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Techish

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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21:31

Issa Rae Doesn’t Feel Successful, Donald Glover,...

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2025/11/25

Join our Patreon for extra-long episodes and ad-free content: https://www.patreon.com/techish This week on Techish, Michael and Abadesi unpack why Issa Rae doesn’t feel successful despite, well, all her success; Donald Glover’s revelation that he suffered a stroke and had a hole in his heart; and why Pharrell Williams can’t simply opt out of politics. And for the Patreon fam: the uproar on Chinese social media after a man who froze his wife was spotted with a new partner. This episode is spon...

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24:58

The Rise of Gen Z Founders, TikToker Exposes...

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2025/11/18

Join our Patreon for extra-long episodes and ad-free content: https://www.patreon.com/techish This week on Techish, Abadesi and Michael talk about why Y Combinator founders are suddenly getting way younger, the TikToker who called churches pretending to be a mom needing baby formula, the CEO who fired two employees over an affair, and the Cryptoqueen who got jailed over her £5bn Bitcoin stash. This episode is sponsored by DeleteMe. Get 20% of DeleteMe at joindeleteme.com/techish with code TEC...

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28:48

Plantmade’s Struggles, ‘Cheat at Everything’ App...

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2025/11/11

Join our Patreon for extra-long episodes and ad-free content: https://www.patreon.com/techish This week on Techish, hosts Michael and Abadesi break down the rise and fall of beauty brand Plantmade — and what it says about the uphill battle Black founders face keeping control of their businesses. They also chat about viral ‘cheat at everything’ app pivoting to AI notetaking, the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic, and, for the Patreon folk, Zohran Mamdani’s historic NYC mayoral win. This episode ...

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24:58

Amazon Lays Off 30K, Referrals Are GOATed, Exit...

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2025/11/04

This episode is sponsored by DeleteMe. Get 20% of DeleteMe at joindeleteme.com/techish with code TECHISH. This week on Techish, hosts Michael and Abadesi breakdown Amazon’s cutting 10% of its corporate workforce, the future of HR in tech, why networking and referrals matter more than ever, and leaving a toxic workplace. And for the Patreon folk, did Mango founder Isak Andic fall to his death or was he pushed? Chapters 00:30 Amazon Lays Off 30,000 Employees 14:22 Why Referrals Are Key to Beati...

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24:29

Sexy Silicon Valley Spies, Sequoia Capital, Is...

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2025/10/28

Join our Patreon for extra-long episodes and ad-free content: https://www.patreon.com/techish This week on Techish, Michael and Abadesi chat about Abadesi's new play, spies in Silicon Valley, and what “neutral” really means when it comes to racism and Islamophobia. They also dig into today’s growing wealth gap and the future of Rihanna's Fenty Beauty. Chapters 00:00 Introductions and the First Woke War Play 02:18 Seductive Espionage in Silicon Valley 11:10 Sequoia Capital COO Resigns Over I...

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25:54

Black Founder Struggles, Sperm Racing Startups,...

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2025/10/21

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) ...

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12:21

Gen Z’s Job-Pocalypse: Accenture Lays Off 11K Due to...

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2025/10/14

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...

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30:40

Techish Presents IRL: Decoding the Planet with...

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2025/08/19

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...

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22:46

Spicy Career Questions: Promotions, Clout vs. Coin,...

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2025/08/12

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'...

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27:57

Vogue's AI Backlash, Figma's IPO, Fixed Careers Are...

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2025/08/05

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...

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23:32

AI Startups Push 72 Hour Workweek, Black Beauty Brand...

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2025/07/29

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...

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22:15

Coldplay Kiss Cam, Is Dating Your Coworker Worth the...

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2025/07/22

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...

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21:20

Are Tech Careers Over? Microsoft Fires 9K People,...

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2025/07/15

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...

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27:31

The Tech Swindler, Addicted To My AI Chatbot,...

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2025/07/08

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?...

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28:55

Falling In Love With Your AI, The Future of AI...

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2025/07/03

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...

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33:34

Solo Founder Sells 6-Month AI Startup For $80M, The...

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2025/07/01

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...

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12:45

"Cheat at Everything" AI App Raises $15M, Startup...

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2025/06/24

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...

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26:36

AI Startup Faked Its Way to Unicorn Status, Apple's...

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2025/06/17

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...

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26:25

Are We in a Graduate Recession? Timbaland’s AI...

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2025/06/10

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 fire: The worst job market for grads in years [CNN]TIMBALAND’S NEW ARTIST IS YOUNG, PHOTOG...

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38:38

AI Can Blackmail Us Now?I Crypto Violence IRL, Keke...

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2025/06/03

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 &...

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