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Crucible Moments

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A podcast about the inflection points that shaped some of the most significant companies of our time. Crucible moments are pivotal decisions that determine your trajectory. In Season 2, hear from founders and leaders like Steve Chen of YouTube, Drew Houston of Dropbox, Frank Slootman of ServiceNow and Tony Xu of DoorDash, Steve Huffman of Reddit and more about how they navigated the challenges and... more

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In 2014, Keller Cliffton made an audacious pivot: shut down his robotic toy company and rebuild it as an autonomous drone delivery system for life-saving medical supplies. Investors were skeptical: The team knew nothing about drones, healthcare, or l... more

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Previously on Crucible Moments, we explored the inflection points that shaped some of the most significant names in technology. Now, we're returning for a brand new season. Join us as leaders from Stripe, Zipline, Palo Alto Networks, Klarna, Supercel... more

When Nubank started 10 years ago, a few big banks in Brazil had a stranglehold on the largest economy in Latin America: they controlled nearly all the market share, and imposed some of the highest fees and worst banking terms in the world. David Véle... more

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A scrappy upstart taking on hyperscalers in a category with lots of hand-wavers, Dropbox became the canonical example of Silicon Valley viral growth, adding 50 million users in the first years following their 2008 launch and quickly dominating their ... more

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Keller Cliffton
CEO and co-founder of Zipline
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Episode: Zipline ft Keller Cliffton - Reinventing Delivery with Instant Drone Transport
Ryan Oxenhorn
Co-founder responsible for software at Zipline
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Keenan Wyrobek
Co-founder and CTO at Zipline
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Maggie Jim
Chief of Staff to the Executive Office at Zipline
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Alfred Lin
Partner at Sequoia Capital
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Episode: Zipline ft Keller Cliffton - Reinventing Delivery with Instant Drone Transport
Dev Ittycheria
President and CEO of MongoDB, previously a partner at Greylock Partners and had significant experience in venture investing
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Episode: MongoDB ft. Dev Ittycheria - How an Early Pivot Catalyzed an Open Source Movement

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Roelof Botha
Host and managing partner of Sequoia Capital, he shares insights from prominent entrepreneurs and technology leaders about their journeys and pivotal business decisions.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 331 ratings
  • GIVE US MORE!

    This is honestly one of my favorites Podcast series of all time, the quality, the voices, the pacing, it’s all perfect! *chefs kiss*

    Need more Episodes ASAP so start investing in some more startups

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Burtbrit
    United States4 months ago
  • Great Podcast

    Very interesting and enjoyable listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ccjono
    Australia2 years ago
  • Founders Basics

    Informative podcast is outlining the building blocks that led to the establishment of companies that have influenced humanity.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    THABANG TLOU
    South Africa2 years ago
  • Outstanding!

    Truly remarkable stories from every standpoint with their own nooks and crannies. Looking forward to listening to the next episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jauhsic
    Colombia2 years ago
  • I love this podcast!

    These are great stories about fascinating moments in tech history. Please keep telling them!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dan Warter
    United States2 years ago

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LIVE: ServiceNow CEO Bill McDermott on Unlocking Elite Level Execution
Q: What does it mean to be a great CEO and what advice would you have for them?
A great CEO must have a clear and articulate vision, a solid strategy, and the capacity for elite-level execution.
LIVE: ServiceNow CEO Bill McDermott on Unlocking Elite Level Execution
Q: When did you get religion on how important AI was going to be for your business and for your customers?
Bill McDermott shares that his realization came while working in a cancer hospital in Germany, understanding the key role big data and AI would play in helping people.
Introducing "Training Data," a new podcast from Sequoia about the future of A.I.
Q: Do you think that having control over your cognitive architecture really makes your beer taste better?
It depends on whether you're building a generic or custom cognitive architecture.
Introducing "Training Data," a new podcast from Sequoia about the future of A.I.
Q: What role do you see Langchain playing in the agent ecosystem?
Chase believes they are focused on making it easy for people to create something in the middle of the spectrum of agents.

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What is Crucible Moments about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The focus is on pivotal moments and critical decisions that shaped major tech companies and their founders. Episodes feature detailed accounts from industry leaders like Steve Chen, Drew Houston, and Tony Xu, who share their personal journeys through challenges and successes in the fast-paced tech landscape. The storytelling is rich with insights into innovation, entrepreneurship, and the dynamics of leadership, making it appealing to those interested in the tech industry, business growth, and the overarching narratives of company histories. The unique angle lies in emphasizing the personal inflection points that define not just the companies, but the leaders behind them, providing listeners with a deeper understanding of what it takes to s... more

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1. Keller Cliffton
2. Ryan Oxenhorn
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5. Alfred Lin
6. Dev Ittycheria

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