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Dialectic

Jackson Dahl
Creativity
Entrepreneurship
Community
Technology
Venture Capital
Daylight
Computing
Humanity
Attention Span
Writing
Mental Health
Human Flourishing
Individualism
Curiosity
Artificial Intelligence
Social Media
Maslow's Hierarchy
Design
Agency
Personal Growth

Conversational portraits of original people, across technology, media, business, and creativity. By Jackson Dahl.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes48Founded2 years ago
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Paul Scherer (X, LinkedIn) is the founder of Eigen (check out their beautiful website), where he’s building a mutual friend: an AI that brings people closer together and helps us belong.

Paul grew up in a small town outside of Frankfurt, Germany, an... more

Nicole Seah (X, Substack, LinkedIn), aka Nix, is a writer at Starting From Nix and investor at Costanoa Ventures. She recently launched New Ontologies, where she profiles founders and companies thinking ambitiously about the future. Her first piece i... more

Nicholas Thompson (Website, X, LinkedIn, Wikipedia) is the CEO of The Atlantic, an elite distance runner, and the author of The Running Ground—a memoir about his father, his life, and the sport of running. Full transcript and all links at dialectic.... more

Jared Weinstein (LinkedIn, X) is an investor, advisor, civic leader, and founder of Overton. This is his first interview. Full transcript and all links at dialectic.fm/jared-weinstein.

Jared spent his twenties in the George W. Bush White House, star... more

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Recent Guests

Nicole Seah
Writer, investor, and designer of New Ontologies; profiling founders and early-stage teams
New Ontologies; Starting From Nix
Episode: 46: Nicole Seah (Nix) - Loving What is Real
Nicholas Thompson
CEO of The Atlantic; former editor at Wired and The New Yorker
The Atlantic
Episode: 45: Nicholas Thompson - A Life of Long Form
Jared Weinstein
Entrepreneur, investor, former White House aide
Overton; Thrive Capital; Palantir (early)
Episode: 44: Jared Weinstein - Within Earshot, Out of Camera Shot
Mario Gabriele
Writer and investor; founder of The Generalist; partner at Hummingbird Ventures
The Generalist; Hummingbird Ventures
Episode: 43: Mario Gabriele - Reality is Story-Shaped
Celine Nguyen
Product designer at Watershed; writer and critic focusing on literature and culture
Watershed
Episode: 42: Celine Nguyen - Nurturing Your Mind in Public
Andrew Reed
Growth investor at Sequoia Capital
Sequoia Capital
Episode: 39: Andrew Reed - Don't Flinch
Molly Mielke McCarthy
Early stage investor at Moth Fund focusing on mission-driven individuals
Moth Fund
Episode: 38: Molly Mielke McCarthy - The Art of Peopling
C. Thi Nguyen
Professor of Philosophy at the University of Utah, author of 'The Score: How to Stop Playing Someone Else's Game'
University of Utah
Episode: 36: C. Thi Nguyen - Measurement, Meaning, and Play
Brie Wolfson
Chief Marketing Officer at Positive Sum, former employee at Stripe and Figma, and a consultant
Positive Sum
Episode: 35: Brie Wolfson - Loving Attention & Ease in Craft

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Jackson Dahl
Host of Dialectic

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#130
Canada/Business
Apple Podcasts
#32
Ireland/Business
Apple Podcasts
#64
New Zealand/Business
Apple Podcasts
#149
Spain/Business
Apple Podcasts
#172
South Africa/Business

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45: Nicholas Thompson - A Life of Long Form
Q: What role do editors play in shaping a story and a writer's career?
He emphasizes editors as mentors who tailor support to a writer's strengths, push for first principles, and help navigate deadlines, structure, and narrative risk to unlock the best version of a story.
45: Nicholas Thompson - A Life of Long Form
Q: How do you define a journalist in an era of evolving media?
He suggests that commitment to audience, accuracy, and the integrity of reporting define journalism, while recognizing that what constitutes journalism is expanding with new formats and platforms.
45: Nicholas Thompson - A Life of Long Form
Q: What is the thing you can do to increase good stories in the world?
Thompson describes a guiding principle of steering the organization toward producing more high-quality journalism, balancing editorial rigor with a sustainable business model to enable ongoing, impactful reporting.
38: Molly Mielke McCarthy - The Art of Peopling
Q: How have you gotten better at asking?
I force myself off the ledge and push myself to ask for what I need.
38: Molly Mielke McCarthy - The Art of Peopling
Q: How do you practice maintenance in your friendships?
I've become less avoidant; I've realized that I should actually reach out to my friends without letting shame or guilt get in the way.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dialectic

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

A thoughtful, idea-rich conversation show that centers on individuality, creativity, and the human side of technology, business, and culture. Episodes frequently explore how personal values, authentic work, and meaningful craft intersect with modern markets, design, and innovation. Notable throughlines include the tension between metrics and meaning, the role of agency in technology, and the craft of building with integrity in fast-moving industries. Guests span investors, designers, artists, researchers, and founders, offering diverse perspectives on how to turn creative work into durable impact. The show often pairs deep philosophical or cultural inquiries with practical paths for practitioners, making it appealing to listeners who want b... more

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2. Nicholas Thompson
3. Jared Weinstein
4. Mario Gabriele
5. Celine Nguyen
6. Andrew Reed
7. Molly Mielke McCarthy
8. C. Thi Nguyen

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