TBPN
John Coogan & Jordi Hays
If you want to understand the forces shaping the future of technology, business, and global geopolitics, TBPN is your essential daily briefing. Hosted by John Coogan and Jordi Hays, this show bypasses the fluff to dissect the most critical stories unfolding in Silicon Valley and beyond. Whether they are investigating the sustainability of billion-dollar solo ventures, unpacking the ripple effects of industrial crises in China, or analyzing how modern military strategy is being redefined by reverse-engineered drone technology, the hosts provide a sharp, skeptical lens on the world of innovation. What sets TBPN apart is its relentless focus on the intersection of high-growth business models and real-world impact. You will not find surface-level tech commentary here; instead, you get deep dives into the risks of aggressive marketing, the shifting landscape of the app economy, and the complex trade-offs of modern entrepreneurship. Beyond the long-form daily conversations, the show offers a streamlined companion version that distills the most vital insights into bite-sized segments. It is a fast-paced, intellectually curious look at the mechanisms powering our modern economy, perfect for listeners who crave clarity on how technology is rewriting the rules of the world. Join the conversation as Coogan and Hays interrogate the icons, startups, and global trends that define the current era.
Updated Apr 7, 2026
Episodes
The $1B One-Person Company, China’s Pork Crisis, America’s New Weapon | Diet TBPN
Scrutinizing the billion-dollar one-person startup, China's pork surplus, and the US military's reverse-engineered drone.
$1B GLP-1 Lessons, New AI Careers, China's 2030 Master Plan | Sam Broner, Jonathan Slotkin, Liz Hoffman, Bret Taylor, Ariyan Kabir, Atif Siddiqi
The team analyzes the rise of solo-founder unicorns, risky telehealth marketing, and China’s industrial pork crisis.
Open AI Acquires TBPN, Artemis II, The AI-Built $1.8B Company | Diet TBPN
OpenAI acquires TBPN to redefine media, while the Artemis II mission and AI-driven startups reshape our future.
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