Techish

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

  1. 1D AGO

    Ryan Leslie Interview - Techish Live Show 2026

    Join our Patreon for early realses, extra-long episodes and ad-free content:   / techish   Episode:  Part of our recent Live show: In this engaging interview, Grammy-winning artist and tech innovator Ryan Leslie shares his journey from Harvard to music stardom and tech entrepreneurship. Discover how he foresees the creator economy, leverages direct-to-fan relationships, and innovates in music and finance. 00:00 Introduction to Ryan Leslie 02:35 The Power of Curiosity and Creativity 05:00 Building the Creator Economy 10:20 Intentional Audience Engagement 14:35 Direct Connection with Fans 17:41 Innovation Driven by Necessity 20:51 The Million Dollar Laptop Incident 25:10 Navigating Financial Systems and Innovation 26:57 The Rise of Bitcoin and Personal Finance 28:54 Understanding Asset Ownership and Wealth Building 31:11 Curiosity and Creativity in Financial Growth 33:38 The Necessity of Innovation in the Music Industry 36:24 The Future of Music Labels and Artist Relationships 38:05 Building Customer Relationships in Digital Platforms 40:48 Creating Value and Community in Business Resources Ryan Leslie's Official Website - https://ryanleslie.com Superphone Platform - https://superphone.io The Fresh Patch Podcast - Where Good Pets Get It. Welcome to the Fresh Patch Podcast where we talk about everything, from dog...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   The Path to ExitFounders—thinking of selling or raising capital? Here's what you should know... Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the show Join our Patreon for early content, extra-long episodes and ad-free content: https://www.patreon.com/techish Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@techishpod/ Advertise on Techish: https://goo.gl/forms/MY0F79gkRG6Jp8dJ2 ———————————————————— Stay in touch with the hashtag #Techish https://www.instagram.com/techishpod/ https://www.instagram.com/abadesi/ https://www.instagram.com/michaelberhane_/ Email us at techishpod@gmail.com

    52 min
  2. MAR 3

    If AI Keeps Getting Better Every Month What Happens to Work? - Techish Live 2026

    A part of the Techish Live Show that happened in London, 25TH March 2026. Exploring the future of AI, market disruptions, and strategies for navigating the evolving tech landscape. Insights range from market predictions to practical tips for builders and entrepreneurs. Chapters 00:00 Introduction: Exploring AI's Future Impact 00:25 Fictional Memo from 2028: A Workforce Apocalypse 00:54 Market Cap Losses and AI's Disruptive Power 01:18 Rational Agents and Transactional Shifts in Payment Systems 01:48 Stock Market Predictions and Investor Sentiment 02:03 The Hysteria Around Market Predictions 02:29 The Role of Journalism and Fiction in Market Perceptions 02:51 Long-term Investment Strategies and Index Funds 03:40 Consumer Economy and AI Automation's Limits 03:47 Universal Basic Income and AI's Economic Impact 04:14 Global South Economies and AI Transformation 04:32 The Fantasy of Building Personal Software 05:03 Corporate Software Development and CTO Decisions 05:44 The Reality of Enterprise Software Procurement 06:55 Legacy Languages and AI Compatibility 07:42 AI and Military/Surveillance Use Cases 08:34 The Disruption of Entry-Level Jobs and Education 09:22 Unemployment Trends in Hospitality and Retail 10:30 AI's Role in Workplace Disillusionment and Diversity 11:38 Changing Company Structures and Skill Requirements 12:24 Automation and Talent Demand in Small Businesses 13:32 Global Political Instability and Corporate Risk Management 14:11 The Remote Work Hustler and Ethical Questions 15:21 The Rise of Multi-Job Hustlers and Ethical Concerns 16:07 Full Stack Builder: A New Role for Product Managers 16:47 Security Risks of Agentic AI and OpenClaw 18:00 Practical AI Tools for Builders and Entrepreneurs 19:01 Opportunity in AI: Accelerated Development or Capitalism? 19:45 Human Creativity vs Capitalistic AI Tools 20:37 The Shift in Young Adults' Social and Career Habits 21:35 Tychogenic Lifestyle: Increasing Luck and Opportunities The Fresh Patch Podcast - Where Good Pets Get It. Welcome to the Fresh Patch Podcast where we talk about everything, from dog...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Support the show Join our Patreon for early content, extra-long episodes and ad-free content: https://www.patreon.com/techish Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@techishpod/ Advertise on Techish: https://goo.gl/forms/MY0F79gkRG6Jp8dJ2 ———————————————————— Stay in touch with the hashtag #Techish https://www.instagram.com/techishpod/ https://www.instagram.com/abadesi/ https://www.instagram.com/michaelberhane_/ Email us at techishpod@gmail.com

    24 min
  3. FEB 24

    OpenClaw and the Future of AI Agents, Youth Unemployment Soars, More Forbes 30 Under 30 Fraud

    Get tickets to our live show here [Feb 25th London]:  https://luma.com/83fj2zkc ———————————————————— Join our Patreon for extra-long episodes and ad-free content: https://www.patreon.com/techish This week on Techish, Abadesi and Michael break down OpenAI snapping up Peter Steinberger, the mind behind the viral OpenClaw AI assistant, to lead its push into next-gen personal agents, and youth unemployment in the UK hitting a five-year high. And for our Patreon listeners, we’ve got another wild entry in the ever-growing Forbes-to-Fraud pipeline. Chapters 00:22 The Rise of OpenClaw: Is Agentic AI the Future? 12:21 UK Youth Unemployment Hits 5-Year High 23:28 Gökçe Güven Risks 52 Years in Prison Over Fraud Charge [Patreon-Only] This episode is sponsored by DeleteMe. Get 20% of DeleteMe at joindeleteme.com/techish with code TECHISH. Extra Reading & Resources Who is OpenClaw creator Peter Steinberger? The millennial developer caught the attention of Sam Altman and Mark Zuckerberg [Fortune]UK unemployment hits highest rate for nearly five years [BBC]Forbes 30 Under 30 Founder Charged With Defrauding Investors of $7 Million [Inc, $] The Fresh Patch Podcast - Where Good Pets Get It. Welcome to the Fresh Patch Podcast where we talk about everything, from dog...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Support the show Join our Patreon for early content, extra-long episodes and ad-free content: https://www.patreon.com/techish Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@techishpod/ Advertise on Techish: https://goo.gl/forms/MY0F79gkRG6Jp8dJ2 ———————————————————— Stay in touch with the hashtag #Techish https://www.instagram.com/techishpod/ https://www.instagram.com/abadesi/ https://www.instagram.com/michaelberhane_/ Email us at techishpod@gmail.com

    25 min
  4. FEB 20

    You're Invited: Techish Live Show - Feb 25th London!

    Get your tickets here: https://luma.com/83fj2zkc Techish is coming off the timeline and onto the stage. ​Join us for a live recording of Techish, the podcast where tech meets culture, money meets meaning, and nothing is off-limits. Hosted by founders and investors Michael Berhane and Abadesi Osunsade, Techish breaks down the biggest stories in tech, business, and culture with insight, humour, and zero corporate fluff. ​This isn’t a panel. This isn’t a keynote. This is a conversation. Live, honest, and interactive. ​Expect sharp takes on what’s really happening in tech right now, cultural commentary you won’t hear on Bloomberg, and the kind of audience energy that turns a podcast into a moment. ​What to Expect ​A live, unfiltered Techish recording Smart breakdowns of the biggest tech and culture stories right now Laughs, hot takes, and side-eyes Audience Q&A and participation An intimate crowd of people building, investing, and working in tech ​Whether you are a founder, operator, investor, creative, or a tech professional or employee looking to better understand the industry you work in, this is your room. The hosts:  ​Abadesi Osunsade ​CEO of Hustle Crew and an award-winning social entrepreneur and VC scout. A seasoned tech leader, Abadesi previously served as a Global VP and held pivotal roles at Amazon, Product Hunt, and Brandwatch. An author and speaker, she is a leading voice in building inclusive tech ecosystems and mentoring the next generation of founders. ​Michael Berhane ​Award-winning CEO of POCIT. An MSc Computer Science graduate and founding engineer at Urban Massage, Michael is a former software engineer turned entrepreneur. He is a Venture Scout for Zeal Capital and a Bloomsbury-shortlisted writer currently working on his debut novel. Tickets here: https://luma.com/83fj2zkc Support the show Join our Patreon for early content, extra-long episodes and ad-free content: https://www.patreon.com/techish Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@techishpod/ Advertise on Techish: https://goo.gl/forms/MY0F79gkRG6Jp8dJ2 ———————————————————— Stay in touch with the hashtag #Techish https://www.instagram.com/techishpod/ https://www.instagram.com/abadesi/ https://www.instagram.com/michaelberhane_/ Email us at techishpod@gmail.com

    1 min
  5. FEB 10

    Claude Crushes Software Stocks, Sam Altman’s Super Bowl Ad Tantrum, Pinterest Layoffs, Epstein Files, Glorilla & The Black Tax

    Join our Patreon for extra-long episodes and ad-free content: https://www.patreon.com/techish This week on Techish, Michael and Abadesi break down the stock market chaos sparked by Anthropic’s new AI tool, what it could mean for SaaS pricing and why enterprise software is so hard to kill. They also get into Bitcoin, Sam Altman’s meltdown over Claude’s Super Bowl ad, layoff transparency (or the lack thereof), the Epstein file fallout, Glorilla and the pressure that comes with money, family, and expectations when you “make it.” Chapters 00:22 Anthropic’s Claude Wipes Out Software Stocks 07:36 Bitcoin and the Power of VC Hype 12:49 Sam Altman Panics over Claude’s Super Bowl Ad 25:34 Pinterest and Corporate Transparency In Layoffs 30:18 Epstein Files and Public Interest [Patreon-Only] 39:31 Glorilla and the Black Tax  [Patreon-Only] This episode is sponsored by DeleteMe. Get 20% of DeleteMe at joindeleteme.com/techish with code TECHISH. Extra Reading & Resources Why one Anthropic update wiped billions off software stocks [Fast Company]Sam Altman got exceptionally testy over Claude Super Bowl ads [TechCrunch]Empire of AI by Karen Hao [Penguin]Pinterest sacks engineers for tracking staff job cuts [BBC]The Fresh Patch Podcast - Where Good Pets Get It. Welcome to the Fresh Patch Podcast where we talk about everything, from dog...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Support the show Join our Patreon for early content, extra-long episodes and ad-free content: https://www.patreon.com/techish Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@techishpod/ Advertise on Techish: https://goo.gl/forms/MY0F79gkRG6Jp8dJ2 ———————————————————— Stay in touch with the hashtag #Techish https://www.instagram.com/techishpod/ https://www.instagram.com/abadesi/ https://www.instagram.com/michaelberhane_/ Email us at techishpod@gmail.com

    33 min
  6. FEB 3

    Industry Season 4: Hedge Funds vs VC, Irredeemable Characters, High-Achievers Are Messed Up?

    Join our Patreon for extra-long episodes and ad-free content: https://www.patreon.com/techish ⚠️ SPOILER ALERT: This episode contains spoilers for Industry Season 4, up through Episode 3. This week on Techish, Michael and Abadasi break down Industry season four so far. They talk messy character dynamics, shorting stocks, VC returns, redemption arcs are even possible, and what it really costs to “win” in work, money, and life. Chapters 00:22 Industry Season 4 Recap 07:36 Hedge Funds vs. Venture Capital 14:05 Irredeemable Characters 21:39 Are All High-Achievers Psychologically Messed Up? [Patreon-Only] This episode is sponsored by DeleteMe. Get 20% of DeleteMe at joindeleteme.com/techish with code TECHISH. Extra Reading & Resources Watch list: Industry,  Pillion, No Other Choice [IMDb]Alex Hormozi and Tony Robbins interview: It took me 50+ years to realize what I’ll tell you in 69 minutes” [YouTube]Support the show Join our Patreon for early content, extra-long episodes and ad-free content: https://www.patreon.com/techish Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@techishpod/ Advertise on Techish: https://goo.gl/forms/MY0F79gkRG6Jp8dJ2 ———————————————————— Stay in touch with the hashtag #Techish https://www.instagram.com/techishpod/ https://www.instagram.com/abadesi/ https://www.instagram.com/michaelberhane_/ Email us at techishpod@gmail.com

    22 min
  7. JAN 27

    Khaby Lame’s $900M Deal, Micro-Apps, AI at Davos, Angel Reese & Topicals, Sinners, and Brooklyn Beckham. Ft. Dominic-Madori Davis

    Join our Patreon for extra-long episodes and ad-free content: https://www.patreon.com/techish This week, Techish host Michael Berhane is joined by Dominic-Madori Davis, a senior reporter at TechCrunch. They break down the details of TikTok star Khaby Lame’s $900M deal, why non-developers are making apps instead of buying them,  Topicals and the perks of celebrity angel investments. They also take a look at the AI panic happening among CEOs at Davos and what Apple’s really doing with AI. For the Patreon listeners: Sinners’ 16 Oscar nominations and award predictions and a deep dive into the latest Brooklyn Beckham drama. Chapters 01:16 Khaby Lame Sold His Face for $900M 07:32 Micro Apps: Non-Developers Are Making Apps Instead of Buying Them 12:19 Angel Reese Invests in Topicals 16:28 Davos: CEOs Are Panicking About AI Job Losses 23:41 Apple Will Integrate Google Gemini AI With Siri 31:45 Sinners Gets 16 Oscar Nominations [Patreon-Only] 36:23 Brooklyn Beckham's Explosive Instagram Post [Patreon-Only] This episode is sponsored by DeleteMe. Get 20% of DeleteMe at joindeleteme.com/techish with code TECHISH. Extra Reading & Resources World’s Biggest TikToker Sells Company In $900M Deal That Includes Digital Twin [POCIT]The rise of ‘micro’ apps: non-developers are writing apps instead of buying them [TechCrunch]Cornell Study Reveals Who Drove The 2020 Funding Surge For Black Founders — And Why It Didn’t Last [POCIT]We cut contact with our families — what it’s really like [The Times]Follow Dom on Instagram (@dominicmadori) and subscribe to her Substack, The Black Cat The Fresh Patch Podcast - Where Good Pets Get It. Welcome to the Fresh Patch Podcast where we talk about everything, from dog...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Support the show Join our Patreon for early content, extra-long episodes and ad-free content: https://www.patreon.com/techish Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@techishpod/ Advertise on Techish: https://goo.gl/forms/MY0F79gkRG6Jp8dJ2 ———————————————————— Stay in touch with the hashtag #Techish https://www.instagram.com/techishpod/ https://www.instagram.com/abadesi/ https://www.instagram.com/michaelberhane_/ Email us at techishpod@gmail.com

    32 min
  8. JAN 20

    Industry's Harper Stern, Netflix’s Podcast Push, AI Wipes Out Tailwind CSS

    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 Industry Season 4, breaking down the standout characters, what it means to be an ambitious outsider in a cutthroat world, and what the show reveals about the current political and corporate climate. They also unpack Netflix’s big bet on video podcasts and what it could means for the future of podcasting.  And for Patreon listeners they go deeper on tech, exploring how AI is rattling Tailwind CSS and Stack Overflow, what’s really at stake, and whether these companies deserve any sympathy at all. Chapters 00:20 Industry’s Harper Stern: Ambition, Power, and Being an Outsider 13:59 Why Netflix Is Betting Big on Video Podcasts 20:13 AI Is Disrupting Developer Tools [Patreon-Only] This episode is sponsored by DeleteMe. Get 20% of DeleteMe at joindeleteme.com/techish with code TECHISH. Extra Reading & Resources Is corporate America going Maga? [Financial Times]Netflix Offers Podcasts To Compete With YouTube [Forbes]‘Not second screen enough’: is Netflix deliberately dumbing down TV so people can watch while scrolling? [The Guardian]Tailwind lays off 75% of its 4-person engineering team, citing 'brutal impact AI has had on our business’ [Business Insider, $]Support the show Join our Patreon for early content, extra-long episodes and ad-free content: https://www.patreon.com/techish Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@techishpod/ Advertise on Techish: https://goo.gl/forms/MY0F79gkRG6Jp8dJ2 ———————————————————— Stay in touch with the hashtag #Techish https://www.instagram.com/techishpod/ https://www.instagram.com/abadesi/ https://www.instagram.com/michaelberhane_/ Email us at techishpod@gmail.com

    21 min
4.9
out of 5
185 Ratings

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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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