We're trying something different. We’re testing a new format this week on the The Sachin and Adam Show - a deeper discussion on the forces driving the tech industry right now.

It's been a bit challenging to serve our community best when every episode is only covering 1 person’s story. So we’re trying something new: open conversations on the trends that matter + a bit more personality and BTS.

This week? Unpacking the rise of the "Design-Founder Era".

Why? Because when everyone can build with AI, taste becomes your moat.

With Jony Ive teaming up with OpenAI, and folks like Aaron Epstein (Y Combinator) and Brian Chesky calling for more design-led companies, this movement is heating up.

We also;

- introduce our Head of Media Tom Duffy, who's been working BTS all year to help us create the best tech media in Australia.

- reveal more about our company in beta, which will be launched this year 👀 (we can't wait to share more).

It's a new format for us and we really enjoyed creating it. It's our mission to best serve founders and operators in the tech ecosystem - so let us know what you think! What should we cover next?

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

01:40 Meet Tom: The Man Behind the Scenes

03:00 Tom's Journey to Joining the Team

05:53 The Startup Culture and Young Talent

08:30 Zeller Ad12:04 The Importance of High Taste Designers

13:57 OpenAI and the Future of AI Technology

21:23 What Influences Sachin and Adam?

24:15 Seeking Contextual Business Advice

26:34 Risk Perception and Venture Capital

31:32 KC Ventures Ad

36:33 The Importance of Speed and Ambition

41:29 Balancing Media and Product Development

47:09 Exciting Goals and Future Plans

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Thanks to our sponsors Zeller and KC Ventures.

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KC Ventures helps Australian startups scale by providing strategic financial advice. You can find KC Ventures at http://kcventures.com.au/ or message their founder Luke Rix on Linkedin to get in contact directly.

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