Self-Made Billionaires with Michalis Strouthos

Breaking the 20%

In the latest episode, Michalis Strouthos returns to the studio as we dive into the fascinating story behind the rise of personal computing giants Microsoft and Apple, and their founders, Bill Gates and Steve Jobs. Through the lens of the 1999 TV movie "Pirates of Silicon Valley," we explore iconic moments and pivotal deals. Discover how these tech titans really made their mark—not through sheer genius alone, but with a hefty dose of luck, privilege, and some truly funny moments. Don't miss this entertaining deep dive into tech history.

In the episode, we watch and comment on 3 clips. You can watch these clips below

Are you a virgin? https://youtu.be/fwYy8R87JMA

Macworld Expo 1999: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4anY51LF3aw

IBM / Microsoft Negotiation: https://youtu.be/a5eoor0SXSM 

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