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On Turpentine VC, host and venture capitalist Erik Torenberg delves deep into the art and science of building successful venture firms through conversations with the world’s best investors and operators. Hear about insider strategies on decision-making, investment theses, and building firms for the long term—from the ground-level, VC to VC. Guests in season 1 include Ben Horowitz of a16z, Mamood Hamid and Ilya Fushman of Kleiner Perkins, and Alfred Lin of Sequoia.
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The Festival Rules

ActionPark Media

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If you want to fully experience the world's coolest pop culture events, you have to know The Rules. Entertainment correspondents and insiders Josh Horowitz & Ben Lyons are your eyes and ears at the 2020 Sundance Film festival with exclusive interviews, movie reviews, and all the fun and flavor you can usually only get with a VIP pass.
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a16z Podcast

Andreessen Horowitz

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The a16z Podcast discusses tech and culture trends, news, and the future – especially as ‘software eats the world’. It features industry experts, business leaders, and other interesting thinkers and voices from around the world. This podcast is produced by Andreessen Horowitz (aka “a16z”), a Silicon Valley-based venture capital firm. Multiple episodes are released every week; visit a16z.com for more details and to sign up for our newsletters and other content as well!
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I am Gabe. I am a 12 year old new hardcore/punk enthusiast, and on this podcast, I will be interviewing members of various punk/hardcore/metal bands. Expect around a 10 minute podcast weekly.
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Books We Pretend To Read

Gunnar Berger & Chuck Hirstius

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Those that work in Silicon Valley know that there are some books that everyone is all but required to read: The Lean Startup, The Innovators Dilemma & The 4-hour Work Week are a few. The books change with the seasons, yet somehow CEOs chug through 60 books a year, while you're just trying to get your product shipped on time. That's where we come in! Chuck and Gunnar work in the tech world but in different areas (Engineering vs Product). We read each book & bring our own views/background to t ...
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FAME-ISH

Jukebox the Ghost

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“FAME-ISH” is a colorful and eccentric new podcast hosted by indie rock tour veterans Jukebox the Ghost, featuring interviews with artist friends from the road and personal stories & anecdotes about the paradox of working & touring as a quasi-famous musician.
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On this special live episode of The Ben & Marc Show, a16z co-founders Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz take the stage for a candid, wide-ranging conversation on the evolution—and future—of Andreessen Horowitz. Recorded live at a16z’s LP Summit in Las Vegas, Marc and Ben unpack how the firm grew from a disruptive newcomer into one of the most ambiti…
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On this episode of "The Ben & Marc Show", a16z co-founders Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz sit down with legendary music producer and bestselling author Rick Rubin to explore the origin of his unexpected new creation: "The Way of Code" Blending ancient philosophy and modern AI, The Way of Code reimagines the 3,000-year-old Tao Te Ching for the age…
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In this episode, Ben takes us behind the scenes of scoring the 2023 coming-of-age film Egghead & Twinkie with special guest Sarah Kambe Holland (The writer and director of Egghead & Twinkie). With the film now available on streaming platforms and the original score officially released, Ben and Sarah reflect on what made this project so special.…
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In this episode a16z co-founders Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz sit down with legendary music producer and bestselling author Rick Rubin to explore the origin of his unexpected new creation: "The Way of Code"* Blending ancient philosophy and modern AI, The Way of Code reimagines the 3,000-year-old Tao Te Ching for the age of artificial intelligen…
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AI’s breakout moment is here - but where is the real value accruing, and what’s just hype? Recorded live at a16z’s annual LP Summit, General Partners Erik Torenberg, Martin Casado, and Sarah Wang unpack the current state of play in AI. From the myth of the GPT wrapper to the rapid rise of apps like Cursor, the conversation explores where defensibil…
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In this episode of Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy, host Angie Berrett is joined by somatic practitioner Erica Horowitz for a rich, heart-centered conversation about the power of movement, emotional regulation, and the journey back to self. Together, they explore the deep connection between trauma and the body, sharing personal stories that illumi…
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The economy looks okay – retailers say otherwise. The BIG Beautiful bill is on its way through the sausage factory. Spec Tech (like quantum stocks) still in rally mode. Guest: Tom Nelson, Franklin Templeton Funds NEW! DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE’S AI GENERATED SHOW NOTES (Guest Segment) Tom Nelson is a senior vice president and head of asset allocation p…
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What happens when AI stops being just infrastructure—and becomes a matter of national identity and global power? In this episode, a16z’s Anjney Midha and Guido Appenzeller explore the rise of sovereign AI—the idea that countries must own their own AI models, data centers, and value systems. From Saudi Arabia’s $100B+ AI ambitions to the cultural st…
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What exactly is an AI agent — and does anyone actually agree? In this episode, taken from of AI + a16z, General Partner Guido Appenzeller and partners Matt Bornstein and Yoko Li break down one of the most hyped- and most hotly debated 0 concepts in AI right now: agents. Are agents just clever wrappers around LLMs? Tools that can reason and act? Or …
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In this episode of Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy, host Angie Berrett sits down with Penny Barron for a powerful conversation about the complex and deeply personal journey of healing from trauma. Penny opens up about her experience with childhood abuse and the long road toward reclaiming her well-being. Together, they dive into the role of homeop…
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Recorded live at the 2025 a16z LP Summit, this episode is a candid conversation between a16z cofounders Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz—hosted by general partner Erik Torenberg. They cover the evolution of a16z from startup firm to multi-practice platform, how the media landscape is shaped by meme-speed narratives, why reorgs—not just returns—dete…
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Consistency pays and it should be a basic discipline. Let’s talk about process and the plan. Deals and congressional actions are front and center. And our guest – Ed Easterling of Crestmont Research. NEW! DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE’S AI GENERATED SHOW NOTES (Guest Segment) Ed Easterling is the founder and President of Crestmont Holdings, an Oregon-based…
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Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) is a $300 billion industry powering the back- and front-office operations of the world’s largest companies. In her article, "Unbundling the BPO: How AI Will Disrupt Outsourced Work," Kimberly Tan (Partner, a16z) explores how the rise of AI is challenging the status quo. In this episode, Kimberly unpacks the shift—…
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Today on the a16z Podcast, we’re sharing Marc Andreessen’s recent appearance on TBPN. Marc—cofounder and general partner at a16z—joins hosts John Coogan and Jordi Hays for a wide-ranging conversation, recorded live at the a16z’s 2025 LP Conference in Las Vegas. They cover the rise of AI, the future of open source models, and how tech is transformin…
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American healthcare is in crisis—but what if we could change the system by preventing disease before it starts? In this episode of the a16z Podcast, general partner Vijay Pande sits down with Dr. Eric Topol, founder and director of the Scripps Research Translational Institute and one of the most cited researchers in medicine, to explore the cutting…
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In this conversation, Angie Berrett and Tina C. Hines discuss personal experiences with trauma, mental health, and the journey of healing. They explore the challenges faced during difficult times, the importance of support systems, and the transition from corporate life to a career in coaching. The discussion also touches on the significance of sel…
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The Art of the Steal? Powell holds firm on rates. Big announcement – UK deal – or was it? China meeting set for this weekend – looks like a lit of hot air. This week’s guest: Dan Faggella, Founder and Head of Research at Emerj Artificial Intelligence Research. NEW! DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE’S AI GENERATED SHOW NOTES (Guest Segment) Daniel Faggella is t…
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In this episode of th a16z Podcast, we’re sharing Katherine Boyle’s recent interview on TBPN. Katherine—General Partner at a16z and the architect of the American Dynamism thesis—joins hosts John Coogan and Jordi Hays to discuss the state of the movement today. They cover the Department of Defense’s sweeping reform efforts, the role of startups in n…
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Your ideal customer profile (ICP) is the north star for your entire company: it determines who you’re building for and selling to. Though most growth-stage founders think they know who their ICP is, very few know how to update and refine it to keep the company focused as they grow—which can lead to a lot of headaches down the road. In this debut ep…
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In this powerful episode, we follow Lisa’s inspiring journey through childhood trauma, a life-changing cancer diagnosis, and the complex world of medical care. Lisa opens up about the unexpected challenges of navigating the healthcare system and lack of support. She shares how alternative therapies like acupuncture and cannabis became vital tools i…
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BOOM Tech earnings– a few big winners here! GDP goes negative – jobs numbers – pockets of concern. Yields down and the Fed is in play again. Tax Season ended, but it is never really over This week’s guest, Tax Expert – Dan Pilla.NEW! DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE’S AI GENERATED SHOW NOTES (Guest Segment) Daniel Pilla is an expert in IRS procedure and advoc…
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Today’s critical infrastructure—air traffic, logistics, defense—is powered by legacy software. And that’s a problem. In this episode, recorded live at the a16z American Dynamism Summit, a16z partner Leila Hay sits down with Phillip Buckendorf, CEO of Air Space Intelligence, and Lt. Gen. Leonard J. Kosinski (Ret.), ASI’s Chief Strategy Officer and f…
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On this episode of The Ben & Marc Show, a16z co-founders Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz dive deep into the unfiltered story behind the founding of Andreessen Horowitz—and how they set out to reinvent venture capital itself. For the first time, Marc and Ben walk through the origins, strategy, and philosophy behind building a world-class venture ca…
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In this episode, Angie Barrett and Ben Brown explore the journey of healing from trauma, focusing on the importance of self-expression, somatic therapy, and the transformative power of giving. Ben shares his personal story of overcoming a traumatic childhood and finding his voice through comedy, emphasizing the significance of processing anger and …
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What a mess – markets under siege. Powell attacked, then a reversal – one week policy reversals. Market now pushing policy – Team Trump wakes up to reality. This week’s guest, Patrick O’Hare – Chief Market Analyst for Briefing.com. NEW! DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE’S AI GENERATED SHOW NOTES (Guest Segment) Patrick has been with Briefing.com since 1997 and…
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Are we nearing the end of the smartphone era? In this episode, a16z Growth General Partner David George talks with Meta CTO Andrew “Boz” Bosworth about what comes after apps and touchscreens. From smart glasses to AR headsets, Boz shares how AI is powering a new wave of computing—one that’s ambient, agentic, and driven by human intent. They explore…
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In this conversation, Angie and Gina Marie explore the journey of healing from trauma, emphasizing the importance of play, movement, and creative expression in the healing process. They discuss the Colorful Clearing Method, a unique approach to healing that combines journaling, movement, music and energy work, particularly pranic healing. The conve…
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In this episode of Turpentine VC, Erik Torenberg interviews Lauren Farleigh and Zach Perret from Mischief VC, discussing their experiences as founders and how they leveraged those to build their venture firm. — 📰 Be notified early when Turpentine drops new publication: https://www.turpentine.co/exclusiveaccess — SPONSORS: ☁️ Oracle Cloud Infrastruc…
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Tariff Turmoil – not getting much better Stock Market Chaos – Uncertainty reigns Recession Alarm – Is this a ticking time bomb? And our guest – Brian Dress from Left Brain Wealth Management NEW! DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE’S AI GENERATED SHOW NOTES (Guest Segment) Brian Dress is an Investment Advisor for Left Brain and also holds the position of Director…
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In today’s world, the battlefield extends far beyond war zones—it’s embedded in our tech stacks, supply chains, and airspace security systems. So who better to solve these modern challenges than those who’ve served on the front lines? Recorded live at the third annual American Dynamism Summit in Washington D.C., this episode features a16z’s Matt Sh…
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In this episode of the Healing Doesn't Have To Be Heavy podcast, host Angie Barrett and guest Cassandra Love Lambert (C-Love) discuss their personal journeys through trauma and healing. They explore the importance of somatic work, particularly EFT tapping, in releasing emotional pain and trauma. Cassandra shares her experiences as a sexual abuse su…
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In this conversation, the hosts explore the themes of anxious attachment, personal healing journeys, and the importance of self-regulation in overcoming trauma. They discuss the impact of attachment styles on relationships and mental health, sharing personal stories of struggle and transformation. The conversation emphasizes that healing does not h…
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In this episode of Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy, host Angie Barrett sits down with Amanda Ferrat, a trauma-informed coach and counselor, to explore the lighter side of healing. Amanda opens up about her personal journey through grief and loss, shedding light on the societal pressures that often accompany these experiences. She shares how integr…
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In this episode of Healing Doesn't Have to Be Heavy, host Angie Berrett speaks with Leticia Francis, a trauma recovery mentor, about her journey from surviving trauma to thriving in life. Letitia shares her experiences with abuse, the importance of self-awareness, and the steps she took to break free from survival mode. The conversation emphasizes …
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In this episode of the Healing Doesn't Have To Be Heavy podcast, host Angie Barrett, a trauma-informed coach and child abuse survivor, shares her personal journey of healing from trauma. She discusses the various forms of trauma, the impact it has on life choices, and the importance of play and movement in the healing process. Through her experienc…
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This week on Turpentine VC, we are releasing an episode from The Cognitive Revolution, hosted by Nathan Labenz. Nathan sits down with Olivia Moore and Anish Acharya from Andreesen Horowitz to discuss the trends, investment strategies, and future potential of AI voice technology in both B2B and consumer sectors, exploring its implications for variou…
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It only took one week – Tariffs on – Tariffs off again Huge rally – seemed to give institutions to lighten up Damaging policies with long term impacts Some thoughts on emotions and markets And our Guest, Manual Blay – The Dow Theory.com – Newsletter – Home of the Schannep & Blay Timing Indicators. NEW! DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE’S AI GENERATED SHOW NOTE…
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