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Down Round

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The number one podcast about tech business and culture, from James "JR" Hennessy and Raph Dixon.

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Meta bought this company called Manus AI which is like some sort of computer thing? It's from China but they moved to Singapore? Anyway the deal was basically done but then the Chinese government was like "actually, nah". Kinda nuts.

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ALERT, ALERT: Timmy Cook is officially stepping down from his CEO position, but it's more like a step to one side as he shifts into chairman mode. His replacement has been announced as John Ternus, Apple's current senior vice president of hardware en... more

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Remember when Zuck chucked a hissy fit and started headhunting a bunch of AI weapons and offered them 9 figure salaries to work at Meta AI? Well, this crack team of computer geeks have gone and announced their first AI model. James and Raph pick thro... more

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So, OpenAI bought a podcast? For possibly hundreds of millions? Most importantly, it wasn't us?

Our spurned hosts come together to question the decision with the jealous contempt of an ex-lover.

Moving through the stages of grief, we also interrog... more

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Recent Guests

Tim Doyle
Co-founder of Eucalyptus and previous guest on Down Round
Eucalyptus
Episode: The Far-Flung Future of 2028
Humyara Mahbub
Co-host of Baby Shoes podcast
Baby Shoes
Episode: Investigating The Mumgorithm (feat. Humyara Mahbub)
Tim Stewart
Long-time Down Round listener and rugby league fan
Episode: Knock On (ft. Tim Stewart)
Mike Isaac
Tech correspondent at The New York Times and Meta Whisperer
The New York Times
Episode: Based Mark Zuckerberg (ft. Mike Isaac)
Becky Lucas
Comedian and Angel Investor
Episode: Xmas Spectacular Pt 3: Shark Tank (ft. Becky Lucas & Joyride)
Cam Wilson
Associate Editor at Crikey
Crikey
Episode: Unpacking The Social Media Ban (ft. Cam Wilson)
Mark Di Stefano
Marker of technology and media trends, returning guest on the podcast
Media Journalist
Episode: Is Technology Good? (ft. Mark Di Stefano)
James Chin Moody
CEO of Sendle
Sendle
Episode: BONUS: Arming The Rebels (feat. James Chin Moody)
Kyle Harrison
General Partner at Contrary and writer of the newsletter Investing 101 2.0
Contrary
Episode: Capital Inferno Heaven (feat. Kyle Harrison)

Hosts

James Hennessy
Host of Down Round; co-host and commentator with a long-running presence across episodes.
Raph Dixon
Co-host of Down Round with frequent contribution as co-host and commentator across episodes.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 262 ratings
  • 5 Stars!

    What’s a better rags to riches tale? The wrapper - Cursor, or the rapper - Kerser?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Danyelare
    Australia13 days ago
  • Australia’s best fitness podcast

    Thanks guys for keeping me company when training for my first marathon - I’m not sure how I’d have got through the long runs otherwise.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KarmicVoice
    Australia2 months ago
  • No Ads in Japan!

    Weekly must listen here in Kyoto, on my commute home - great content and no disruptive ads so no reason to pay for it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Roland Longlegs
    Australia2 months ago
  • Five stars, and good!

    Just heard the one where Raph was drunk. It was great, he performed perfectly, except for a slight indicative tone in his voice - guys a professional. I heard he has an Apple house. This is a great podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    leem1996
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Decent but

    They *are* a bit greedy with the ads. I’d be more than happy to pay for their premium version but tbh it’s just priced too high. It’s not worth that price, which is a shame. I’m subbed to several other paid pods which imo are higher value and at a lower price.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    dhsisbfusiabdudbsowbgdbsjsbd
    Australia2 months ago

Listeners Say

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Hosts offer practical insights into AI, markets, and startup dynamics without pretentiousness.
Covers hard topics with humor—good balance for sponsors seeking serious but approachable content.
Thoughtful, irreverent tech/business take that's easy to listen to on the go.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#89
Australia/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#173
Hong Kong/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#240
Ireland/Technology

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Down Round Q&A Pt.1
Q: What's happening with sports streaming? How realistic is it to see a big dog like Netflix getting into local content like the NRL?
Netflix is more interested in big event moments rather than ongoing sports contracts, making ongoing local content unlikely, while Amazon is more open to such investments.
Down Round Q&A Pt.1
Q: Does generative AI have genuine disruptive potential in film, TV, and visual arts?
Yes, it does have potential, especially as a tool that can transform certain aspects but may not completely replace traditional Hollywood blockbuster productions.
Down Round Q&A Pt.1
Q: If one of the big AI companies does fail, what does that look like?
Realistically, it might involve companies like OpenAI failing to meet debt repayments, leading to a financial bubble burst that could cascade through the economy.
Xmas Spectacular 2025: The Year That Was
Q: What are your predictions for 2026 based on this year's performance?
The hosts did not reveal specific predictions for 2026 in this episode but emphasized the importance of their accuracy from previous predictions and encouraged subscriptions for insights in their premium episode.
Xmas Spectacular 2025: The Year That Was
Q: What was your general feeling of how the year 2025 played out in the tech side?
Overall, 2025 felt more incremental and less exciting compared to the previous year, with significant developments in AI build out but without dramatic changes visible to ordinary users.

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A sharp, observational tech business show that blends candid banter with analysis of startups, AI, and the broader tech economy. Episodes cover market dynamics, corporate strategy, regulatory and cultural trends, and the future of AI in business, often spiked with humor and irreverent takes. A standout aspect is the hosts' willingness to critique industry moves while staying accessible, making it useful for listeners who want both smart commentary and entertainment about technology and its commercial implications.

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Down Round launched 4 years ago and published 287 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Down Round include:

1. Tim Doyle
2. Humyara Mahbub
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4. Mike Isaac
5. Becky Lucas
6. Cam Wilson
7. Mark Di Stefano
8. James Chin Moody

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