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A podcast mostly about tech.

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This week on Great Chat, we talk about the biggest IPO in history, the wealth to follow, and what people from prior liquidity events in our industry have learned about money, identity, and happiness. We also cover venture-backed M&A activity, revisit... more

Over the past week, our Twitter feeds were filled with stories that rarely get told: VCs behaving poorly in pitch meetings. Some founders even named names. What does it say about this moment that founders are publicly sharing these tales? And where a... more

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You can’t turn around in San Francisco without seeing a startup billboard…or five. We share some of our favorite marketing stunts of all time, and talk about why startup-branded shuttles and cafes are all the rage in our current era. Plus: more Space... more

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The AI labs’ ARR charts only go up and to the right, but actual diffusion through the Fortune 500? Way messier. This week, Jaclyn Rice Nelson, co-founder and CEO of Tribe AI (and Ashley's partner at Coalition), joins the chat to explain why OpenAI an... more

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Recent Guests

Jacqui Nelson
Co-founder and CEO of Tribe AI
Tribe AI
Episode: AI services, so hot right now
Matt Palmer
Developer Relations and Developer Marketing Expert, formerly of Replit
Replit
Episode: Developer marketing when everyone is a developer
Alexia Bonatsos
Founder of Dream Machine and Early Stage Venture Fund; former editor of TechCrunch
Dream Machine; Early Stage Venture Fund; TechCrunch (former)
Episode: OpenAI's new media M&A and old media exposé
Emily Herron
HR Evangelist at Rippling
Rippling
Episode: Are startup HR teams okay?
Ceci Stallsmith
Head of Marketing at Lovable
Lovable
Episode: The best career decisions come from the gut
Dan Stroud
Managing partner of Squero, former in-house design and creative lead, Turn Studio
Squero
Episode: No one won the AI Bowl
Aubrie Pagano
General Partner at Alpaca VC, author of 'The Aquarius Economy'
Alpaca VC
Episode: So what happens after AGI?
Casey Newton
Co-host of Hardfork and founder of Platformer, an expert in tech journalism.
Platformer
Episode: The state of tech media (fact check not included)
Rachel Profitt
CEO of Cooley
Cooley
Episode: Founders need prenups, too

Hosts

Helen
Host of Great Chat, co-host during episodes; facilitation and veteran tech-media perspective
Ashley Mayer
Host of Great Chat, co-host introducing topics and guiding discussion; central to episode flow and topic framing
Angela
Host of Great Chat, co-host contributing to discussion and audience engagement

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 39 ratings
  • Smart and Funny

    Incredible backgrounds, funny and smart nuggets from the startup and venture spheres

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rbplm
    United Statesa year ago
  • Insipid, dull, unsurprising

    If you has to crystallize why everyone hates Silicon Valley, this show encapsulates it. Painfully shallow.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    white women shut uppp
    United Statesa year ago
  • Women in Tech!

    I love it so much to have finally an excited podcast with women in tech!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DaniqueBrabant
    Netherlandsa year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some episodes feel shallow and overly SV-centric, may not land for all listeners.
Smart and funny take on startup and venture topics, with expert guests and sharp host banter.
Appreciation for female voices in tech and strong discussion on industry trends.

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#153
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Apple Podcasts
#133
Spain/News/Tech News
Apple Podcasts
#247
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Talking Points

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Are startup HR teams okay?
Q: What should companies do to avoid overloading employees with information while still supporting them through external events and world news?
They emphasize balancing mission-focused communication with respect for employees' need to process external events, avoiding overexposure, and recognizing that leadership should not be the sole voice on global issues but should provide space and structure for employees to cope.
Are startup HR teams okay?
Q: How do you see the role of PeopleOps evolving as AI becomes more integrated into the workplace?
The guests discuss shifting from transactional HR tasks to higher-level decision making, the need for long-term, human-centered policy and culture work, and the challenge of maintaining authentic DEI and wellness programs amid rapid tech change.
Are startup HR teams okay?
Q: Emily, what is your official role at Rippling and how does it help HR leaders today?
Emily explains her HR Evangelist role at Rippling, focusing on bridging internal HR needs with GoToMarket teams and building a community for HR leaders to discuss the future of HR, while staying grounded in practical challenges faced by teams.
Turns out, there’s still a line (don’t mock the pope)
Q: Is being a good picker of funds going to help in building an angel track record?
It won't count towards your track record, focus on direct investments to build a reputation in VC.
So what happens after AGI?
Q: Is it just me that no one's really talking about what happens after AGI and why do we think that is?
It's hard to be prescient about a future so transformative. A lot of discussions serve specific interests, often either presenting an overly optimistic or a doom-and-gloom scenario.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Great Chat

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

This show covers rapid-fire tech culture, startup marketing, and AI-driven business shifts, often blending sharp analysis with personal anecdotes. Episodes frequently examine how leaders tell stories, how brands connect with builders, and where media, advertising, and product strategy intersect in an increasingly AI-enabled landscape. A notable edge is the candid, personality-driven banter among seasoned tech-media hosts and occasional guests, which can yield practical takeaways on messaging, growth experiments, and career moves for builders and operators alike. The format tends to mix strategic discussion with real-world examples (from brand campaigns to developer marketing) and a willingness to challenge conventional wisdom in tech market... more

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1. Jacqui Nelson
2. Matt Palmer
3. Alexia Bonatsos
4. Emily Herron
5. Ceci Stallsmith
6. Dan Stroud
7. Aubrie Pagano
8. Casey Newton

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