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Unsolicited Feedback

Brian Balfour & Fareed Mosavat
Artificial Intelligence
Google
AI Tools
Product Management
AI Marketing Playbook
Linkedin
Product Development
Hubspot
Consumer Software
Cognition Labs
Product Building
Generative AI
Growth Strategies
Reddit
Chess
Knowledge Work
Qualitative Research
Salesforce
Coke Freestyle Machine
Fintech

Tired of interview podcasts? Us too. That's why we created Unsolicited Feedback - the podcast that should have come out 5 years ago, but we're making it anyway. In this podcast, Brian Balfour (Reforge, HubSpot), Fareed Mosavat (Reforge, Slack) and friends provide unfiltered feedback on the products they actually use, along with key product lessons. Essentially, we're taking the conversations that ... more

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In the span of two weeks, OpenAI launched an app platform with 800 million users, released Agent Kit with visual workflows and custom widgets, and dropped Sora—a social video app that instantly became the #1 and #2 app in the App Store. If you've bee... more

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It’s been weeks since GPT-5 launched—which is basically a decade in AI time. The hype fog has finally lifted, and that’s the perfect moment to ask: what really changed, what actually matters, what were the actual product strategy decision?

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AI’s crown jewels, you data, is under siege. Lawsuits, API throttles, and Cloudflare’s “default-off” move have publishers slamming the gate while AI titans keep battering it down. Brian Balfour (Reforge) and Fareed Mosavat break down who’s suing whom... more

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Recent Guests

Aaron White
AI futurist and founder of a new AI company
Former CTO at Vendor
Episode: OpenAI’s Land Grab: Are Moats Dead? How Startups Can Still Differentiate - Unsolicited Feedback S3E7
Ravi Mehta
Former Chief Product Officer at Tinder, advising AI startups on strategy
Various AI startups
Episode: It's Everyone vs. Everyone: Navigating the New Strategic Arena - Unsolicited Feedback S3E5
Andrew Chen
General Partner at Andreessen Horowitz and author of The Cold Start Problem
Andreessen Horowitz
Episode: ref:AI x Unsolicited Feedback Presents Strategies To Beat The AI S-Curve w/ Andrew Chen
Kurt Schrader
CEO and founder of Shortcut
Shortcut
Episode: Microsoft’s Game-Changing Releases: Is Windows Poised to Dominate the AI Era? w/ Kurt Schrader
Ben Kus
CTO of Box, an expert in AI product development
Box
Episode: Box CTO's Approach to Enterprise AI Tools & Insights from Google and OpenAI's Latest Releases w/ Ben Kus
Sachin Rekhi
Multi-time zero to one product builder, former founder at Anywhere.fm and Nojoy, and developed LinkedIn Sales Navigator.
Episode: MVPs are Officially Dead: Here's How to Launch and Find Market Fit in 2024 w/ Sachin Rekhi
Claire Vo
Chief Product Officer at LaunchDarkly and creator of ChatPRD
LaunchDarkly
Episode: Building ChatPRD and 🌶️ Takes on the Future of Product Management in the AI-Era w/ Claire Vo
Mariah Muscato
Director of Product at HubSpot
HubSpot
Episode: Tinder's New Safety Feature Delivers More Than Just Security w/ Mariah Muscato
Kieran Flanagan
Former CMO of Zapier and HubSpot
Zapier / HubSpot
Episode: Feedback on Humane, Limitless, and AirChat: Positioning and Strategy Insights w/ Kieran Flanagan

Hosts

Brian Balfour
Founder and CEO of Reforge and one of the co-hosts, Brian brings extensive experience in product management and growth strategy, providing deep insights into the tech landscape.
Fareed Mosavat
Co-host, Fareed is known for his expertise in product management and contributions to the tech space, often steering discussions towards strategic insights and market implications.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 177 ratings
  • Fareed ruins it

    I think Brian is pretty smart and generally knows what he’s talking about but Fareed is not smart.

    He’s one of those PMs that got lucky and every idea he says is extremely mid. I wish he would talk less and just ask Brian questions

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    JJkollins
    United States5 months ago
  • In-depth

    Podcast is definitely more in-depth than all other PM podcast. And more forward thinking.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jc089762
    United States8 months ago
  • Favorite Podcast

    This is my 1 always listen podcast. Just good, informed discussion. Easy to listen to and give you something to think about but doesn’t feel like a pre-rehearsed spiel.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dyah12345
    United States9 months ago
  • Helpful, insightful, cheerful

    Great compliment to any PMs learnings.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Halfnelson117
    United Statesa year ago
  • Ideas are mid

    Haven’t really learned anything new. Their ideas are pretty mid.

    It’s just a bunch of PM’s who got lucky at a startup with strong product market fit.

    Even if they weren’t there those companies would have succeeded anyway

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    JJkollins
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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The podcast stands out for its authentic and unfiltered approach to technology feedback, appealing to those who prefer substantive content over scripted interviews.
Listeners appreciate the casual yet insightful discussions, finding them engaging and informative for product management.
Several listeners note the relevance of the conversations to their professional lives, indicating a strong connection to the subject matter.

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

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#177
Australia/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#228
Ireland/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#235
India/Technology
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#235
Ukraine/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#240
United Arab Emirates/Technology

Talking Points

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Credit Anxiety: When Nobody Knows What AI Really Costs
Q: What would you do if you were just starting a company from scratch today?
I would document everything, keep recording all meetings, and maintain hygiene for remote and digital interactions.
Credit Anxiety: When Nobody Knows What AI Really Costs
Q: Where do you think it ends up? Do you think things get more stable, the underlying costs get more stable and therefore more predictable?
I think it will be a permanent fixture of the next phase of software.
Aaron White Dives Deep on Navigating AI's Horizon: Future-Proofing Products in the Age of AI
Q: What advice would you give to product builders building in the space or even just in general?
Being a lifelong learner has never been more important than it is now. Focus on solving specific problems using AI in interesting ways.
Adam Nash Applies Clay Christensen’s Innovator's Dilemma to Modern Fintech
Q: Where do you think some of this FinTech innovation is headed?
I think we're within five years of seeing a lot more consolidation in the FinTech space, which means that innovation may push to other markets and edges to find growth opportunities.
Product Lessons from Netflix's "Big Vape: The Rise and Fall of Juul" with Penelope Talbot-Kelly
Q: What do you think could have been done differently regarding Juul's initial market launch?
They probably should have considered the scrutiny and how their product would be perceived, especially regarding youth usage and the potential backlash that followed.

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A unique take on product management and growth, this podcast features deep discussions on the latest trends and announcements in the tech industry, particularly those related to product development and management. The hosts, seasoned professionals, apply unfiltered, candid insights as they analyze software products, strategies, and noteworthy features impacting the market. Listeners can expect an engaging blend of expert opinions and real-world product critiques, making complex topics accessible and relatable. Known for its informal yet informative style, the podcast has garnered a dedicated following among product managers and enthusiasts searching for genuine insights rather than scripted interviews.

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1. Aaron White
2. Ravi Mehta
3. Andrew Chen
4. Kurt Schrader
5. Ben Kus
6. Sachin Rekhi
7. Claire Vo
8. Mariah Muscato

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