A conversation with David and Ben from the Acquired podcast

This podcast episode discusses the importance of reading, learning from history, and adapting to change. It emphasizes the value of differentiation, continuous learning, and building relationships in achieving success. The hosts also share their experiences and insights as podcasters and provide valuable takeaways for listeners interested in entrepreneurship, business, and personal growth.

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Founders

Charlie Munger's Dinner Conversation: Insights from a Wise Grandfather

Founders' Fascination with Biographies: Unveiling the Secrets of Success

The Art of Learning from History: Extracting Wisdom from Books and Podcasts

The Power of Differentiation and Learning from the Past

From Anti-Models to Podcast Success: The Founder's Journey of Learning and Growth

Adapting to Change: The Evolution of a Podcast

Founders, David Ogilvy, and the Moving Parade of Advertising

Unlocking Unfair Advantages: Readwise, Descript, and YouTube for Podcasters

Reading Obscure Books for Personal Growth and Knowledge Expansion

Navigating Wealth and Privilege: Challenges and Considerations

Innovating Business Models for Books and Podcasts

Navigating Economic Downturns: Lessons from History and Modern Strategies

Learning from Berkshire Shareholder Letters and Michelin: The Art of Content Marketing

The Power of Content Marketing: Lessons from Charlie Munger and Warren Buffett

Venture Capital's Reputation Decline and Its Impact on Founders

Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger's Approach to Building Relationships

The Secrets of Building a Cheerful Cult Brand

Time, Authenticity, and Storytelling: Keys to Building Enduring Success

Founders, McDonald's, Ray Kroc, and Steve Jobs: Insights from Business Leaders

Private Jets: Underpriced Assets for Business Deals

Interest Rates, Storytelling, and Craft: Insights from Entrepreneurs and Investors

Entrepreneurship: Weighing Risk and Opportunity

From PC on the Side of the Road to College Entrepreneurship: A Journey of Learning

The Value of Experience and Independent Thinking

Video Game Market: Larger than TV and Movies, Yet Less Attention

A conversation with David and Ben from the Acquired podcast

Founders

00:00Charlie Munger's Dinner Conversation: Insights from a Wise Grandfather

Charlie Munger's Dinner Conversation: Insights from a Wise Grandfather

07:42Founders' Fascination with Biographies: Unveiling the Secrets of Success

Founders' Fascination with Biographies: Unveiling the Secrets of Success

13:58The Art of Learning from History: Extracting Wisdom from Books and Podcasts

The Art of Learning from History: Extracting Wisdom from Books and Podcasts

21:07The Power of Differentiation and Learning from the Past

The Power of Differentiation and Learning from the Past

27:50From Anti-Models to Podcast Success: The Founder's Journey of Learning and Growth

From Anti-Models to Podcast Success: The Founder's Journey of Learning and Growth

38:04Adapting to Change: The Evolution of a Podcast

Adapting to Change: The Evolution of a Podcast

44:48Founders, David Ogilvy, and the Moving Parade of Advertising

Founders, David Ogilvy, and the Moving Parade of Advertising

52:05Unlocking Unfair Advantages: Readwise, Descript, and YouTube for Podcasters

Unlocking Unfair Advantages: Readwise, Descript, and YouTube for Podcasters

59:50Reading Obscure Books for Personal Growth and Knowledge Expansion

Reading Obscure Books for Personal Growth and Knowledge Expansion

1:05:53Navigating Wealth and Privilege: Challenges and Considerations

Navigating Wealth and Privilege: Challenges and Considerations

1:15:09Innovating Business Models for Books and Podcasts

Innovating Business Models for Books and Podcasts

1:23:59Navigating Economic Downturns: Lessons from History and Modern Strategies

Navigating Economic Downturns: Lessons from History and Modern Strategies

1:30:51Learning from Berkshire Shareholder Letters and Michelin: The Art of Content Marketing

Learning from Berkshire Shareholder Letters and Michelin: The Art of Content Marketing

1:37:08The Power of Content Marketing: Lessons from Charlie Munger and Warren Buffett

The Power of Content Marketing: Lessons from Charlie Munger and Warren Buffett

1:43:48Venture Capital's Reputation Decline and Its Impact on Founders

Venture Capital's Reputation Decline and Its Impact on Founders

1:50:06Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger's Approach to Building Relationships

Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger's Approach to Building Relationships

1:56:29The Secrets of Building a Cheerful Cult Brand

The Secrets of Building a Cheerful Cult Brand

2:03:19Time, Authenticity, and Storytelling: Keys to Building Enduring Success

Time, Authenticity, and Storytelling: Keys to Building Enduring Success

2:12:25Founders, McDonald's, Ray Kroc, and Steve Jobs: Insights from Business Leaders

Founders, McDonald's, Ray Kroc, and Steve Jobs: Insights from Business Leaders

2:21:44Private Jets: Underpriced Assets for Business Deals

Private Jets: Underpriced Assets for Business Deals

2:30:29Interest Rates, Storytelling, and Craft: Insights from Entrepreneurs and Investors

Interest Rates, Storytelling, and Craft: Insights from Entrepreneurs and Investors

2:41:50Entrepreneurship: Weighing Risk and Opportunity

Entrepreneurship: Weighing Risk and Opportunity

2:51:31From PC on the Side of the Road to College Entrepreneurship: A Journey of Learning

From PC on the Side of the Road to College Entrepreneurship: A Journey of Learning

3:01:34The Value of Experience and Independent Thinking

The Value of Experience and Independent Thinking

3:09:49Video Game Market: Larger than TV and Movies, Yet Less Attention

Video Game Market: Larger than TV and Movies, Yet Less Attention