

TBPN
John Coogan & Jordi Hays
TBPN is a live tech talk show hosted by John Coogan and Jordi Hays, streaming weekdays from 11–2 PT on X and YouTube, with full episodes posted to Spotify immediately after airing.
Described by The New York Times as “Silicon Valley’s newest obsession,” TBPN has interviewed Mark Zuckerberg, Sam Altman, Mark Cuban, and Satya Nadella. Diet TBPN delivers the best moments from each episode in under 30 minutes.
Described by The New York Times as “Silicon Valley’s newest obsession,” TBPN has interviewed Mark Zuckerberg, Sam Altman, Mark Cuban, and Satya Nadella. Diet TBPN delivers the best moments from each episode in under 30 minutes.
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10 snips
Nov 11, 2025 • 4h 7min
Silicon Valley vs The Vatican, Bryan Johnson’s Shroom Trip | Soren Monroe-Anderson, Jeff Miller, Kaz Nejatian, Paul Needham, Jordan Nanos, Isaiah Taylor, Hayden Adams, Grant Lee
Soren Monroe-Anderson, CEO of NEROS Technologies, sheds light on low-cost FPV drones revolutionizing modern warfare, emphasizing a China-free supply chain. Jeff Miller from Anduril Industries discusses innovative marketing strategies, including a campaign to attract driven talent. Kaz Nejatian, newly leading Opendoor Technologies, shares insights on improving the home buying process with AI. Isaiah Taylor of Valor Atomics talks about small modular nuclear reactors for sustainable energy, while Hayden Adams reveals governance shifts at Uniswap.

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Nov 8, 2025 • 24min
Diet TBPN: November 7, 2025
Tyler Cosgrove, an early-stage investor and AI-focused commentator, shares his insights on major players in AI with a unique slide mapping their AGI conviction. He delves into the timeline implications of AGI on the economy and job market. The discussion also touches on the risks of government-backed lending for tech firms, new developments in Tesla's chip supply dynamics, and the impact of Asian companies on semiconductor production. Listeners will also find humor in the hosts' banter about unexpected tech trends and market fluctuations.

77 snips
Nov 7, 2025 • 3h 12min
Elon's Trillion Dollar Pay Package, Breaking Down the State of AI | Katherine Boyle, Mikey Shulman, Immad Akhund, Jordan Castro
Katherine Boyle, a general partner at Andreessen Horowitz, explains the transformative defense acquisition reforms set to modernize military procurement. Mikey Shulman, CEO of Suno, shares insights on how AI is revolutionizing music creation, from democratizing production to professional workflows. Immad Akhund, CEO of Mercury, highlights the fintech company’s profitability and its innovative use of AI in operations following lessons from the SVB crisis. Lastly, Jordan Castro discusses themes from his novel, muscle building, and mental health in contemporary culture.

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Nov 7, 2025 • 28min
Diet TBPN: November 6, 2025
The hosts dive into OpenAI's CFO suggesting federal guarantees for chip financing. They discuss Sam Altman's stance on government roles in AI and debate whether the U.S. should socialize AI infrastructure costs. There's a compelling analysis of risks associated with pre-announced government backstops, reflecting on past interventions like the Tesla loan. Market volatility and public sentiment against AI bailouts are examined, alongside NVIDIA's concerns about China winning the AI race. The episode wraps up with insights on energy priorities for future AI growth.

50 snips
Nov 6, 2025 • 3h 20min
OpenAI's "Backstop," The Benefits of Bubbles, Elon's New Comp Package | Bret Taylor, Dave Baszucki, Vlad Tenev, Uri Marchand, Alex Israel, Paul Erlanger, Nilam Ganenthiran
In this lively discussion, guests include Vlad Tenev, CEO of Robinhood, diving into the company's ambitions as a financial super app, and David Baszucki, CEO of Roblox, revealing plans to capture a larger share of the gaming market through innovation and creator support. Bret Taylor from Sierra shares exciting AI-driven customer agent strategies, while Nilam Ganenthiran discusses using AI to enhance SMB software. Uri Marchand highlights the flourishing creator economy in gaming, and Alex Israel talks about funding trends in tech. A must-listen for tech and finance fans!

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Nov 6, 2025 • 23min
Diet TBPN: November 5, 2025
The hosts dive into the nomination of Jared Isaacman for NASA Administrator and his ties to SpaceX. They passionately debate NASA’s focus: Moon missions versus Mars exploration. Tech leaders are pitching data centers in space, exploring quantum computing challenges. The discussion turns to the controversial topic of the AI bubble potentially popping. Millennial politics rise with socialism support amid economic pressures. They also touch on the recent reconciliation between Substack and X, along with the evolving landscape of crypto and the solar manufacturing geopolitics.

26 snips
Nov 5, 2025 • 3h 47min
Isaacman Back in the Cockpit at NASA, Google Takes AI to Space, 𝕏 Timeline Reactions | Cliff Obrecht, Jerry Murdock, SHL0MS, Shehzan Maredia, Mina Fahmi, Alessandro Chesser, John Maslin, Eugenia Kuyda, Anish Acharya, David Risher & Erin Brewer
In this lively discussion, Jerry Murdock, co-founder of Insight Partners, reveals insights from the firm's journey and the AI boom's potential pitfalls. Cliff Obrecht, co-founder of Canva, shares secrets behind Canva's explosive growth and strategic AI integration. Eugenia Kuyda introduces Wabi, a new platform for remixable mini-apps, while David Risher discusses Lyft's financial turnaround and autonomous driving plans. Plus, Shehzan Maredia announces a $200M raise for his innovative Bitcoin Line of Credit product, showcasing the rise of cryptocurrency solutions.

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Nov 5, 2025 • 15min
Diet TBPN: November 4, 2025
In a lively discussion, hosts delve into Sequoia's leadership shift and Anthropic's bold growth forecasts. They compare OpenAI's hefty spending to Anthropic's more frugal approach. The rise of NVIDIA's market cap sparks intrigue, alongside debates on job impacts from ChatGPT. Notably, they analyze Palantir's surprising stock reactions and explore the tech race dynamics between the US and China. Plus, a glimpse into a fully autonomous fighter jet flight and the increasing integration of AI in music. Finally, they tackle challenges in the restaurant sector and the future of stablecoins.

56 snips
Nov 4, 2025 • 1h 49min
Sequoia's Leadership Shakeup, Anthropic's Road to Profitability, 𝕏 Timeline Reactions
Sequoia's leadership shakeup highlights the new stewards taking charge amidst shifting strategies. Anthropic’s ambitions for profitability are boldly contrasted with OpenAI’s traditional model. A lively discussion ensues about the state of the AI race, particularly between the U.S. and China. Palantir's surprising investment in high schoolers sparks debates on hiring and productivity. Meanwhile, a note on innovative trends reveals AI-generated music reaching Billboard charts, showcasing the evolving landscape of creativity.

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Nov 4, 2025 • 15min
Diet TBPN: November 3, 2025
The hosts dive into the intriguing transition of haunted houses into data centers and the staggering $92 billion flood into AI infrastructure. They dissect a controversial interview with Brad Gerstner featuring industry heavyweights, Satya Nadella and Sam Altman, raising questions about OpenAI's ambitious spending claims. An exploration of governance in AI systems sparks a debate on control and accountability. Plus, they spotlight internal conflicts at OpenAI and the implications for its future, making for a captivating discussion!


