3 chapters across the catalog
Media reports fluctuate between calling the current COVID-19 spike a "second surge" or a "third surge," with New Mexico officials declaring the most serious emergency in the state's history. Experts warn of a "dark winter" ahead as daily infections reach a benchmark of 70,000, despite studies showing improved treatment outcomes in the US and UK.
Venture capitalist Bill Gurley of Benchmark Capital discusses Bitcoin on CNBC, describing it as an "incredible store of value" for people in countries with unstable currencies. The hosts mock Gurley's description of Bitcoin as "just another bet" similar to his investment in Snapchat. They debate whether Bitcoin can truly replace "shiny" assets like diamonds in social and romantic contexts.
Stitcher Funding, Venture Capital and Ron Conway Twitter Campaign
Stitcher's business model and funding history are scrutinized, revealing approximately $18.7 million in venture capital from firms like Benchmark and New Atlantic Ventures. Investors such as Ron Conway are identified as potential targets for a listener "tweet bomb" campaign to address the app's failure to update podcast feeds. The practice of inserting pre-roll ads into content without creator permission is highlighted as a major grievance against the platform.
