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Friedberg's Hilarious Masa Story šŸ˜‚šŸ¤£

February 04, 202500:21
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I mentioned the meeting I had with him
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last summer where he basically kicked me
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out of the room cuz my company's not
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generative
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AI someone said you should go meet with
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Masa so I'm like sure I'll sit down with
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him and start talking and he just like
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looked at me and he's like this is not
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generative AI I uh only do generative AI
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I think your company will be very
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successful you will be very successful
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goodbye and he always walked out and
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that was like the end of everything
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that's so great yeah

Podspun Insights

In this episode, listeners are taken on a whirlwind journey through a pivotal meeting that unfolds like a dramatic short film. The narrator recounts an encounter with a powerful figure in the tech world, where the stark reality of generative AI is laid bare. With a mix of humor and disbelief, the story reveals how a single conversation can shift the trajectory of a budding entrepreneur's ambitions. The abrupt dismissal serves as a catalyst for reflection on the industry's relentless pace and the challenges of staying relevant. It's a tale that resonates with anyone who's faced rejection, offering both insight and a chuckle at the absurdity of the tech landscape.

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This episode stands out for the following:

  • 90
    Funniest
  • 85
    Most dramatic
  • 85
    Most unserious (in a good way)
  • 80
    Most intense

Episode Highlights

  • A Meeting with Masa
    A conversation that shifted perspectives on generative AI.
    ā€œThis is not generative AI.ā€
    @ 00m 09s
    February 04, 2025
  • A Dismissive Goodbye
    An abrupt end to a hopeful discussion about success.
    ā€œGoodbye and he always walked out.ā€
    @ 00m 16s
    February 04, 2025

Episode Quotes

Key Moments

  • Generative AI Focus00:11
  • Unexpected End00:18