ABOUT THIS EPISODEDecent Debt — with Max Levchin of Affirm 43. Affirm redefines consumer lending. We talk with co-founder Max Levchin about bringing much-needed transparency to a space that is usually riddled with predatory lenders. The Loose Threads Podcast features in-depth discussions with leaders across the rapidly changing consumer economy. https://anchor.fm/s/45ce819c/podcast/play/24507945/https:%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2020-11-28%2F141337379-44100-2-21989c5d2482308d.mp3Podcast: Play in new window… Continue reading Loose Threads — Inside the new consumer economy : Decent Debt — with Max Levchin of Affirm
Month: October 2017
Square One: Conversations with the Best in Business : 12: Keith Rabois, General Partner at Khosla Ventures
ABOUT THIS EPISODE12: Keith Rabois, General Partner at Khosla VenturesHiring correctly and operating proficiently are two of the most complex and nuanced management skill sets necessary to lead an organization to success. This week, we dived into these topics much more deeply with Keith Rabois, General Partner at Khosla Ventures. Keith is a member of… Continue reading Square One: Conversations with the Best in Business : 12: Keith Rabois, General Partner at Khosla Ventures
Invest Like the Best with Patrick O’Shaughnessy : Hash Power – Ep. 3 – Funding, Forking, and a Creative Future
ABOUT THIS EPISODEIn episodes one and two of Hash Power, we explored blockchain technology and cryptocurrency investing. In this episode, we discuss the current and potential future states of the crypto world. We cover new forms of cooperation, regulation, security and storage, and why blockchains allow systems to evolve at such a rapid pace. Be… Continue reading Invest Like the Best with Patrick O’Shaughnessy : Hash Power – Ep. 3 – Funding, Forking, and a Creative Future
The Tim Ferriss Show : #270: Investing Wisdom from Marc Andreessen, Peter Thiel, Reid Hoffman, Chris Sacca, and Others
ABOUT THIS EPISODEThis episode contains some of the best lessons I’ve learned about investing, making money, and growing your personal wealth. It was inspired by my recent talk with Ray Dalio, which has been incredibly popular and led to many additional questions about money and investing. There is no doubt we need to create systems… Continue reading The Tim Ferriss Show : #270: Investing Wisdom from Marc Andreessen, Peter Thiel, Reid Hoffman, Chris Sacca, and Others
The Tim Ferriss Show : #270: Investing Wisdom from Marc Andreessen, Peter Thiel, Reid Hoffman, Chris Sacca, and Others
ABOUT THIS EPISODEThis episode contains some of the best lessons I’ve learned about investing, making money, and growing your personal wealth. It was inspired by my recent talk with Ray Dalio, which has been incredibly popular and led to many additional questions about money and investing. There is no doubt we need to create systems… Continue reading The Tim Ferriss Show : #270: Investing Wisdom from Marc Andreessen, Peter Thiel, Reid Hoffman, Chris Sacca, and Others
Invest Like the Best with Patrick O’Shaughnessy : Hash Power – Ep. 2 – Investing in Cryptocurrencies
ABOUT THIS EPISODEIn episode 1 of Hash Power, we explored blockchains as a technology—how they work, why tokens (also known as cryptocurrencies) are an integral part of any blockchain, and how these new networks might change the world. In episode two, we spend time with the leading investors in the field. Like any frenzied asset… Continue reading Invest Like the Best with Patrick O’Shaughnessy : Hash Power – Ep. 2 – Investing in Cryptocurrencies
Marketplace Tech : 10/02/2017: One startup’s alternative to credit card debt
ABOUT THIS EPISODEAlmost 40 percent of American households have some kind of credit card debt. A startup called Affirm wants to provide an alternative. It partners with stores to offer loans for when you make a big purchase, like a mattress or a bike. Affirm was started by PayPal co-founder Max Levchin. Marketplace Tech host… Continue reading Marketplace Tech : 10/02/2017: One startup’s alternative to credit card debt