Kleiner Perkins Grit Podcast

Codeium CEO Varun Mohan discusses how Codeium is giving developers a productivity multiplier with AI-powered coding tools on the latest Grit podcast episode. Learn how their innovative solutions are transforming the way developers work, making coding faster and more efficient. #GritPodcast #Codeium #AI #DeveloperTools" Tune in now! https://lnkd.in/gFqHyAZM

6 million unique students every month, 750 million problems solved, and reaching 190 countries—Khan Academy has defied the odds. But for Sal Khan, it’s still just the beginning. His drive? To prove that a nonprofit can be as nimble, innovative, and competitive as any startup. And while growth is key, Sal won’t budge on what matters most: equity, accessibility, and meaningful learning. In Episode #216 of Grit, he dives deep into the tough choices and challenges that come with balancing growth and purpose. Tune in to the full chat with the link in the comments.

Gonna drop some vulnerability for this #VeteransDay. This clip from Kleiner Perkins Grit Podcast dives into: ?? Feeling deeply inadequate growing up ?? Living broke under the care of a single mom ?? Finding purpose & opportunity in the military Enlisting into the United States Air Force was the single most impactful decision I've made—I couldn't be more thankful for my service time instilling: ?? Integrity First ?? Service Before Self ?? Excellence in all we do The unwavering support of my leaders and commanding officers was truly second to none. Genuinely appreciate it Ryan Biggs, Aaron Gufford, Nate Blanquie, Brian Niemi, Rusty Clark, Loring Harkey, David Stookey, Joseph Calarrudo, Andrew Wonpat, Vic Macias, Jori Robinson, William Hutchison, and April Vogel ?? Happy Veteran's Day to all those who've served and supported, past and present. ??

Sal Khan left a stable job to start Khan Academy, now they have 6 million unique students every month, 750 million problems solved, and reaching 190 countries—Khan Academy has defied the odds. But for Sal Khan, it’s still just the beginning. His drive? To prove that a nonprofit can be as nimble, innovative, and competitive as any startup. In Episode #216 of Grit, he dives deep into the tough choices and challenges that come with balancing growth and purpose. Watch here: https://lnkd.in/g9Chzih5

The last thing a company needs when it’s thriving is the spotlight. Matt MacInnis, who joined Rippling as employee 50, now witnesses its growth to 3,500. He emphasizes the importance of attracting early interest to fuel momentum but cautions against overexposure. Matt breaks down why it’s essential to focus on building a solid foundation rather than chasing headlines. The right strategy can mean the difference between soaring and being targeted, he notes. Tune in to the full episode with the link in the comments.

Matt MacInnis, COO of Rippling, shares his take on why the company’s DNA thrives on adapting to its own unique “hardware.” In this episode, Matt also dives into the grit that fuels innovation, minus the ego. Listen to the full episode in the links below: ?? https://lnkd.in/gp2hZUX6 ?? https://lnkd.in/g6ZDHi3i

Jason Kilar's leadership at Amazon, Hulu, and WarnerMedia transformed the media landscape as we know it. But when your work has the power to shape the world’s narrative, how do you keep ego from taking center stage? All this and more in Episode #214 of Grit. Link to the full episode in the comments ??

? Jason Kilar’s career has been an incredible journey. From his early days at Amazon, where he witnessed Jeff Bezos’s bold bets firsthand, to launching Hulu and leading WarnerMedia. Streaming wars, the future of content, the impact of AI on Hollywood—Jason covers it all in this episode! Listen to full episode in links below: ?? https://lnkd.in/gAe6PGjv ?? https://lnkd.in/grAB448b

In the early hours of a Tuesday morning, Joe Thomas and Ilya Fushman discussed Loom’s $975 million acquisition with Atlassian. Excitement and disbelief filled the air as Joe recalled, “I was shaking the whole time.” With Loom’s customers creating over 5 million videos a month, the acquisition marked a shift for the async video messaging platform. In this episode, they uncover the behind-the-scenes of Loom’s acquisition, the impact of AI defaults, and insights on strategic fundraising. Tune in to the full episode: https://lnkd.in/dnJzd4D6

In the early hours of a Tuesday morning, Joe Thomas and Ilya Fushman discussed Loom’s $975 million acquisition with Atlassian. Excitement and disbelief filled the air as Joe recalled, “I was shaking the whole time.” With Loom’s customers creating over 5 million videos a month, the acquisition marked a shift for the async video messaging platform. In this episode, they uncover the behind-the-scenes of Loom’s acquisition, the impact of AI defaults, and insights on strategic fundraising. Tune in to the full episode: https://lnkd.in/dnJzd4D6