TBPN Weekly Recap: Taylor Swift Gets Engaged, SpaceX Launches Falcon 9, Dr. Drew, The Labubu Craze
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Aug 30, 2025 
Dr. Drew Pinsky, a board-certified internist and addictionologist, shares his insights on the dot-com bubble era and its parallels to today's tech landscape. He delves into how government interventions shape corporate strategies, using Intel as a key example. The conversation also covers the recent excitement around Taylor Swift's engagement, reactions to SpaceX's Falcon 9 launch, and the intriguing rise of the Labubu toy craze, exploring how pop culture influences consumer behavior in today's market.
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Dr. Drew’s Dot‑Com Startup Story
- Drew Pinsky recounted being recruited into a dot-com backed media startup funded by SoftBank.
- He described the chaotic 'get big fast' boardroom culture and early streaming experiments.
Near‑Miss With Dot‑Com Bubble Funding
- Dr. Drew recalled being pitched a $30M investment at a $110M valuation on a company with no revenue.
- He recognized the dot‑com bubble and likened it to tulips before exiting.
Pivot To Streaming After Cancellation
- Dr. Drew described pivoting to streaming after being canceled and building a lean, home-based production setup.
- He emphasized streaming's efficiency compared with legacy TV satellite booths.