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A podcast by two founders and investors who talk about all things tech, pop culture, and life.
It's equal parts ChatGPT, equal parts Cardi B.
Starring tech founders and investors Abadesi Osunsade and Michael Berhane.
@techishpod on socials. and youtube.com/@techishpod
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Join our Patreon for extra-long episodes and ad-free content: https://www.patreon.com/techish Techish host Michael Berhane and TechCrunch reporter Dominic-Madori Davis unpack what’s really going on with funding for Black founders — and why so many are heading back to the 9-to-5. They also get into Elon Musk’s clash with X’s head of product, Nikita Bier, Meta’s smart glasses and the end of privacy, and why academics need to step out of the ivory tower. Follow Dom on Instagram (@dominicmadori) ...
Join our Patreon for extra-long episodes and ad-free content: https://www.patreon.com/techish Techish is back! In this week's episode, hosts Michael and Abadesi break down Gen Z’s job market struggles, from AI shaking up entry-level roles to companies cutting costs and outsourcing instead of hiring fresh talent. They dig into why degrees aren’t translating into jobs, how AI panic is reshaping the workplace, and why some businesses are still dragging their feet on automation. And for our...
Techish is taking a short summer break, but we’ll be back in September! In the meantime, we’ve got a fantastic episode to share from our friends over at the IRL Podcast. You might remember we had IRL host Bridget Todd on Techish recently for our Falling in Love With Your AI episode. So trust us, you’re gonna love this one. ———————————————————— Decoding the Planet: From Whales to Whistleblowers From season eight of the IRL podcast: AI and Us. AI may be able to talk to a...
Join our Patreon for extra-long episodes and ad-free content: https://www.patreon.com/techish This week on Techish, hosts Abadesi and Michael tackle the spicy career questions you've been asking ChatGPT but not your manager. They get into what really matters when it comes to getting promoted: performance or perception, how to choose a mentor, clout versus coin, and whether Black Excellence is pushing us forward or holding us back. And for the Patreon fam: Is it disloyal to job hunt while you'...
Join our Patreon for extra-long episodes and ad-free content: https://www.patreon.com/techish This week on Techish, host Michael Berhane teams up with TechCrunch reporter Dominic-Madori Davis to unpack how AI is shaking up the fashion and film industries. They also cover Vinod Khosla’s take on ditching traditional careers, Figma’s IPO, why former FTC chair Lina Khan feels vindicated, and why Apple is in need of a shake-up. And for our Patreon listeners: could the UK’s new Online Safety...
Join our Patreon for extra-long episodes and ad-free content: https://www.patreon.com/techish This week, Techish host Michael Berhane teams up with TechCrunch reporter Dominic-Madori Davis to break down why Silicon Valley is leaning into the intense 996 work culture. They also dive into Black beauty brands like Ami Colé struggling to stay afloat. Flo’s privacy trial, and Mira Murati’s $2 billion seed round. And for the Patreon subscribers: why the Tea app is in hot water and the dark si...
Join our Patreon for extra-long episodes and ad-free content: https://www.patreon.com/techish This week, Techish hosts Michael and Abadesi dive into the incident that everyone is talking about: two execs spotted getting cozy at a Coldplay concert. They unpack the drama, talk about trust in the workplace, and explore how social media turns everything into a spectacle. They also chat about the blurry lines in work relationships, Hailey Bieber's Rhode, and ask if influencer culture is losing its...
Join our Patreon for extra-long episodes and ad-free content: https://www.patreon.com/techish This week on Techish, Michael and Abadesi dive into the latest round of tech layoffs, questioning why job cuts continue despite record profits. They chat about how AI is changing roles, the value of networking, and staying financially ready in shaky times. Plus, tips on job hunting, social media’s influence on spending, and a reminder to take charge of your career. Chapters 00:24 Microsoft Cuts 9,000...
Join our Patreon for extra-long episodes and ad-free content: https://www.patreon.com/techish In this episode of Techish, hosts Michael and Abadesi dive into the wild story of the tech con artist who is fooling Silicon Valley startups, exposing some big cracks in how the industry hires. They also break down the rise of AI addictions, the emotional pull of chatbots, and round off with Grammarly's acquisition of Superhuman. Chapters 00:25 The Tech Swindler: The Greatest Catfish of a Generation?...
Join our Patreon for extra-long episodes and ad-free content: https://www.patreon.com/techish In this episode of Techish, Abadesi chats with Bridget Todd (There Are No Girls on the Internet and IRL) about how AI is changing our lives, especially when it comes to companionship and relationships. They dive into the convenience economy, the responsibilities of tech companies and users, and why real community still matters in an increasingly AI-driven world. Follow Bridget Todd on Instagram @brid...
This week on Techish, hosts Michael and Abadesi chat about the solo "vibe coder" who sold to Wix for $80M, the Social Network sequel, the Microsoft–OpenAI drama, and why working a "low-status" job might help you be a better person. Chapters 00:28 Six-Month Vibe Coder Gets $80M 09:00 The Social Network Is Getting a Sequel 17:59 Microsoft vs. OpenAI Feud Heats Up 32:14 'Fascism Starts From the Standing Desk' [Patreon-Only] Take TripleTen's career quiz to get a free personalized career consulta...
This week on Techish, hosts Michael and Abadesi chat about Cluely, a startup with a “cheat at everything” app. They dive into its viral marketing, the ethics of using it in job interviews, and whether traditional knowledge still matters in today’s fast-changing industry. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:14 The Rise of Cluely: The AI App For Cheating at Everything 02:46 Startup Stunts and the Attention Economy 08:47 Tech Interviews are Broken Take TripleTen's career quiz to get a free personaliz...
In this episode, Techish hosts Michael and Abadesi break down startup hype culture, especially all the smoke and mirrors around AI. They chat about tweaking revenue numbers, investors turning a blind eye, and why tech needs more ethics and less ego. They also chat about Apple’s latest WWDC drops, MAGA influencers in the White House, and why good journalism still matters. Chapters 00:25 Builder.ai Faked Its AI With 700 Indian Engineers? 16:09 Can Liquid Glass Rescue Apple From Its Flop E...
Join our Patreon for the full ad-free episode: https://www.patreon.com/techish ---- Techish hosts Abadesi and Michael dive into how AI is shaking up applications and why some grads are crushing it while others are stuck, Timbaland swapping out human artists for AI, and the future of adult content. Chapters 00:27 Is It a Graduate Recession? 11:29 Timbaland Debuts AI-Generated Artist TaTa 24:59 OnlyFans on Sale for $8 Billion [Patreon-Only] Extra Reading & Resources No hire, no ...
Join our Patreon for the full ad-free episode: https://www.patreon.com/techish ---- This week, Techish host Abadesi and TechCrunch reporter Dominic-Madori Davis break down: AI blackmail, the violence that’s rocking the crypto world, being frugal, Lauren Sanchez marrying Jeff Bezos, and big racism payouts. Chapters 01:07 Anthropic's AI Chatbot Blackmails Engineer 07:15 The Violence That’s Got the Crypto Elite Shook 16:23Why Keke Palmer Lives Below Her Means 27:35 Lauren Sanchez &...
Cozy Earth is offering 40% off with code TECHISH: https://cozyearth.com/ Brand new Techish! This week, Abadesi is answering YOUR questions! She keeps it real about how to level up when there’s no clear path, ask for that raise (and actually get it), how make work fit your life (not the other way around), and staying ahead in an AI world. Chapters 00:00 Career Growth and Community Q&A 1:06 Leveling Up in Your Career When There's No Clear Path 06:27 How to Position Yourself for Raises and P...
Cozy Earth is offering 40% off with code TECHISH: https://cozyearth.com/ Techish hosts Abadesi and Michael switch things up this week with some juicy AITA scenarios. They unpack turning down a big tech job handed to you through family connections, saying no to bankrolling your brother’s startup, and getting a little petty post-layoff. They dive into privilege, responsibility, and the messy mix of family and money. Chapters 00:17 Turning Down a Big Tech Job Because of Nepotism 08:29 Saying No ...
Patreon: Join our Patreon for extra-long episodes and ad-free content: www.patreon.com/techish Episode description: This week, Abadesi is back on the pod with co-host Michael to break down what the rise of AI means for our jobs and why women automation might hit women the hardest. They also get into digital privacy, scams, cybercrime, and the double standards in how we talk about wealth online. To wrap things up, they reflect on Warren Buffett stepping down and ask: what do the rich really o...
Patreon: Join our Patreon for extra-long episodes and ad-free content: www.patreon.com/techish Episode description: Techish host Michael Berhane and TechCrunch reporter Dominic-Madori Davis dive into Meta’s attempt to tackle loneliness the AI app that lets you cheat at, well... everything, and what Duolingo’s AI-first strategy means for the future of work. They also chat about Ryan Coogler’s big moves with Sinners and why the Kardashians’ latest venture into the food industry is raising eyeb...
Patreon: Join our Patreon for extra-long episodes and ad-free content: www.patreon.com/techish Description: This conversation explores individuals' financial expectations at different life stages, the economic pressures that make these expectations difficult to meet, and the ongoing debate about work-life balance, particularly regarding the four-day work week. It also touches on the complexities of supporting black-owned businesses and the challenges of toxic work cultures in influencer-le...
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Love your breakdown of the good and not so good of VC funding vs going public!
sadly I don't use iTunes but I think the #techish podcast deliveries a really personal connection to technology and black culture. It feels like the kind of conversation I want to have when I am at the barber or sitting at the hair salon.
the inequities between black americans and white Americans is why I am so excited about purpose driven opportunity zones. I am glad you are speaking to these issues.
thoroughly enjoying your podcast.i am looking forward to hearing more