The virtuous cycle of tech startups, Mr. Beast turns down $1B offer + OK Boomer: Taylor Bell | E1574 This Week in Startups

First up, J+M discuss the virtuous cycle of tech startups (2:15) before breaking down Mr. Beast turning down a $1B acquisition offer for his media business (24:58). Then, Producer Rachel is joined by content creator Taylor Bell to discuss her lessons from growing a brand to 180K+ subscribers while having a full-time job. (39:02)

(0:00) J+M tee up today's segments!

(2:15) Demystifying "Friends and Family" rounds, history of angel investing

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(11:57) The virtuous cycle of tech startups, angel investing

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(24:58) Mr. Beast turned down a $1B acquisition offer for his media company

(33:24) Producer Rachel joins to tee up today's OK Boomer guest!

(37:45) MasterClass - Get 15% off an annual membership at https://masterclass.com/startups 

(39:02) Taylor Bell joins Producer Rachel to discuss starting and growing a YouTube channel to 180K+ subscribers while having a full-time job

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