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The never before released, original and uncut conversations between host Reid Hoffman and Masters of Scale guests. The stuff our community has been asking for, for years — now available exclusively to paid channel subscribers on Apple Podcasts and Masters of Scale members.
Hear candid conversations with iconic entrepreneurs including President Barack Obama, founder of Bankable Productions Tyra Banks, Virgin’s Sir Richard Branson, Nike’s Phil Knight, The Black List’s Franklin Leonard, Peloton’s John Foley, Canva’s Melanie Perkins, Apple's Angela Ahrendts, Airbnb’s Brian Chesky, Virgin's Sir Richard Branson, MetricStream's Shellye Archambeau and more.

The Complete Interviews Masters of Scale

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The never before released, original and uncut conversations between host Reid Hoffman and Masters of Scale guests. The stuff our community has been asking for, for years — now available exclusively to paid channel subscribers on Apple Podcasts and Masters of Scale members.
Hear candid conversations with iconic entrepreneurs including President Barack Obama, founder of Bankable Productions Tyra Banks, Virgin’s Sir Richard Branson, Nike’s Phil Knight, The Black List’s Franklin Leonard, Peloton’s John Foley, Canva’s Melanie Perkins, Apple's Angela Ahrendts, Airbnb’s Brian Chesky, Virgin's Sir Richard Branson, MetricStream's Shellye Archambeau and more.

Listen on Apple Podcasts
Requires subscription and macOS 11.4 or higher

    Pilobolus (Co Art Director's Matt Kent & Renee Jaworski)

    Pilobolus (Co Art Director's Matt Kent & Renee Jaworski)

    In November of 2022, senior writer for Masters of Scale Katie Clark Gray spoke with Matt Kent and Renee Jaworski. They’re the co-Artistic Directors of Pilobolus, a “rebellious” dance group known for their complex movements and physic-defying collaborative efforts between multiple dancers. Their well-known shows use shadows, but they’re known across the dance world for their innovative work that has exposed dancers and work behind screens. No matter what they do onstage, they collaborate and work together to bring their beautiful creations to life.

    This interview became part of the Masters of Scale episode,  “The co-founder effect” featuring Stephen Hawthornthwaite and Roth Martin, co-founders of the sustainable shoe and handbag brand Rothys. In that episode, Reid explores the theory that two co-founders are better than one, and a few voices are better than fewer voices at any stage of business. 

    Our recommendation: Listen to the episode first. Then enjoy Matt Kent and Renee Jaworski’s complete interview with previously unheard material.

    Access the full transcript in the Masters of Scale Courses App. Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: http://eepurl.com/dlirtX

    David Droga, founder of Droga5 and CEO of Accenture Song

    David Droga, founder of Droga5 and CEO of Accenture Song

    In January of 2023, Reid Hoffman spoke with advertising icon David Droga of Droga5 and Accenture Song. The two discussed why many professionals climb the ladder, but creative-minded leaders take unilateral leaps through a jungle gym. Listen to how David created one of the most influential advertising agencies, Droga5, and how he prioritizes creativity as CEO of the massive marketing firm, Accenture Song. Because we still had questions for David, you will later hear David have a follow up interview with Masters of Scale: Rapid Response host, Bob Safian.

    This interview became part of the Masters of Scale episode, “Swing on the jungle gym with Droga5 and Accenture Song’s David Droga."" Our recommendation: Listen to the episode first. Then enjoy David Droga’s complete interviews with previously unheard material.

    Access the full transcript in the Masters of Scale Courses App.

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    Jen Pahlka, founder of Code for America [The Obama episode]

    Jen Pahlka, founder of Code for America [The Obama episode]

    In April of 2021, editor-at-large Bob Safian sat down with founder and former US Deputy CTO Jen Pahlka to discuss the complex rescue of the ill-fated healthcare.gov site during the Obama presidency. The two of them dive into the government's relationship with the tech industry and how the United States Digital Service was created out of healthcare.gov's woes. They also talk about the difference between policy creation and implementation and how the US government is trailing behind the globe in its embrace of skilled tech workers and designers.

    This interview became part of the Masters of Scale episode, "How to Adapt to Changing Rules, part 2" with President Barack Obama. Our recommendation: Listen to the episode first. Then enjoy both President Obama's and Jen's complete original interviews, with previously unheard material.

    Access the full transcript in the Masters of Scale Courses App.

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    Eddy Lu, co-founder of GOAT

    Eddy Lu, co-founder of GOAT

    In September of 2020, Masters of Scale: Rapid Response host, Bob Safian talked with sneaker enthusiast and co-founder of GOAT, Eddy Lu. In this conversation, Eddy shares why he created GOAT, an online marketplace to sell over a 100,000 different styles of premium sneakers, including Nike’s from the past and present. GOAT, which stands for Greatest of All Time, arose out of Eddy’s lifetime affinity for Nike’s brand that began with seeing Air Jordan’s in the 80s and watching one of the greatest athletes of all time: Michael Jordan. You’ll hear how that affinity hasn’t wavered. Bob and Eddy chat about the longevity of Nike’s brand and the nostalgia watching the documentary “The Last Dance” that relives Michael Jordan’s last year as a Chicago Bull.

    This interview became part of the Masters of Scale episode, “How to sell without selling,” with Nike’s co-founder Phil Knight. Listen to the episode first. Then enjoy both Eddy and Phil’s complete original interviews, with previously unheard material.

    Access the full transcript in the Masters of Scale Courses App. Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: http://eepurl.com/dlirtX

    Herm Edwards, former NFL Player and Head Coach

    Herm Edwards, former NFL Player and Head Coach

    In November of 2022, staff writer Alex Morris sat down with the legendary former NFL player and head coach, Herm Edwards. The two discussed the importance of sprawling playbooks for leading any team to success. They also talk about 'hope' as the core of motivation, the difference between practice and performance, and why Coach Herm has bragging rights over Peyton Manning to this day.

    This interview became part of the Masters of Scale episode, "The essential playbooks --- and when to use them" with Cisco's John Chambers. Our recommendation: Listen to the episode first. Then enjoy both Chambers' and Coach Herm's complete interviews, with previously unheard material.

    Access the full transcript in the Masters of Scale Courses App.

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    Alexa Von Tobel, CEO of LearnVest

    Alexa Von Tobel, CEO of LearnVest

    In December of 2022, Alexa Von Tobel spoke with host Reid Hoffman about her lifelong pursuit of teaching financial literacy to the masses. The two discuss the impact of her father's sudden passing on her career, the benefits of recession entrepreneurship, and why Alexa decided to stay at LearnVest following its acquisition. Alexa also shares stories about an early embarrassment at TechCrunch, pivoting from a promising career to pioneer fintech, and why happiness is the most important measurement for success.

    This interview became the Masters of Scale episode, “When to seek advice and when to ignore it”. Our recommendation: Listen to the episode first. Then enjoy the complete original interview, with its previously unheard material – including our signature Lightning Round. Access the full transcript in the Masters of Scale Courses App.

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