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Ep 049. *Apologies for the audio quality, it's been a while! New audio set-up. The audio will be significantly better from the next episode. In this transitionary episode we discuss our pivot, after 49 episodes our podcast is continuing, albeit in a much different direction, and rebranding. From the next episode (ep. 50 it will be in the new format and all changes will be reflected then). We discuss all the changes (and our view on the podcasting space) in this episode. "the rational letter" - For free you can join 3,000+ seasoned investors, founders, scientists, engineers, and erudites read the same email summary of our learnings from a Lindy book and use the ideas in their work and life. Curated and emailed once a month. Nothing else. Sign up for it here: https://rationalvc.com Our investment fund: https://rational.fund Cyrus' Twitter: https://twitter.com/CyrusYari Iman's Twitter: https://twitter.com/iman_olya 00:00 Intro Banter 04:16 Explaining the Pivot / Rebrand, Plus Views on Podcasting Space 26:05 Outro - Disclaimer: The materials provided are solely for informational or entertainment purposes and do not constitute investment or legal advice. All opinions expressed by hosts and guests are solely their own opinions and do not reflect the opinion of their employer(s). #podcast #knowledge #books

Ep 048. Jim O'Shaughnessy is one of the greatest thinkers of our time. A curious mind, Wall Street legend, Venture Capitalist (OSV.llc), best-selling author, previously founder of OSAM (sold to Franklin Templeton), podcaster (@infinitel88ps ), father, grandfather, and the list goes on. We discussed numerous topics. Check the timestamps below for topics and enjoy. You can also find the audio version of this on all podcast platforms. Jim's Twitter: https://twitter.com/jposhaughnessy O'Shaughnessy Ventures: https://www.osv.llc Jim's Podcast: @infinitel88ps Our website (all essays and podcasts): https://rationalvc.com Our investment fund: https://rational.fund Cyrus' Twitter: https://twitter.com/CyrusYari Iman's Twitter: https://twitter.com/iman_olya 00:00 Teaser 01:05 Intro 03:30 The Great Reshuffle / investment in Odin 11:01 O'Shaughnessy Ventures 19:53 What Jim looks for in startups 26:21 Autonomy and accountability in portfolio companies 33:37 Psychological biases & improving decision-making 40:20 Meme culture and human nature 53:07 Wealth creation 1:04:25 What's driving Jim? 1:08:47 Message from Jim - Disclaimer: The materials provided are solely for informational or entertainment purposes and do not constitute investment or legal advice. All opinions expressed by hosts and guests are solely their own opinions and do not reflect the opinion of their employer(s). #venturecapital #investing #startup