Investing in Outliers | Shaun Maguire, Partner at Sequoia

In this interview, Jack explores Shaun Maguire's perspectives on media, information warfare, and tech industry shifts. Shaun discusses his early internet experiences and how they shaped his understanding of online manipulation, leading to his outspoken stance on social issues post-October 7th. They delve into the current state of media, the influence of nation-states, and the challenges of discerning truth. The conversation shifts to US politics, the changing dynamics within the tech industry, and the increasing involvement of tech with the government. Shaun shares his views on hardware versus software investments, drawing parallels to mathematics and physics to illustrate the cyclical nature of innovation and the importance of "good quests" in venture capital.