The Leverage Podcast

Bryce Roberts, founder of the venture capital firm Indie and a former seed investor for companies like Figma and CTRL Labs, shares his insightful journey. After a bold, yet disastrous venture, he speaks candidly about his 'ego death' and the lessons learned. The conversation dives into the evolution of seed investing and how AI is reshaping funding models, prioritizing innovation over traditional practices. Bryce emphasizes the shift from ego to ethos, advocating for a more sustainable and community-focused approach in the entrepreneurial landscape.

Mario Gabriele, a writer and founder of The Generalist, dives into the enigmatic world of Peter Thiel and the Founders Fund. He explores how their anti-mimetic investment philosophy stands out in Silicon Valley's crowded landscape. Mario discusses Thiel's controversial 'macro calls' and the soft power the firm wields through strategic narratives. With a keen eye on the complexities around Thiel, he argues for embracing nuance and challenges the notion of moral absolutes in studying such figures. Get ready for a thought-provoking examination of innovation and influence!