Podcast · 366 episodes
Masters of Scale, page 3
by WaitWhat · English
On Masters of Scale, iconic business leaders share lessons and strategies that have helped them grow the world's most fascinating companies. Founders, CEOs, and dynamic innovators join candid conversations about their triumphs and challenges with a set of luminary hosts, including founding host Reid Hoffman (LinkedIn co-founder and Greylock partner). From navigating early prototypes to expanding brands globally, Masters of Scale provides priceless insights to help anyone grow their dream enterprise.
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Duolingo’s battle for learning in an AI world, with Luis von AhnLuis von Ahn (Duolingo) on how to get billions learning in an AI world—using fun to sustain motivation, what Duolingo learned from an AI memo controversy, and why Duolingo is shifting in 2026 toward…12 May 2026 · 32 min · 17 chapters
Raising Cane’s secret recipe for scaling, with CEO Todd GravesTodd Graves, founder/co-CEO of Raising Cane’s, explains how he built and scaled the chicken finger chain without franchising, why he avoids private equity, and how he keeps a simple menu resilient…7 May 2026 · 35 min · 21 chapters
Mellody Hobson: When investors head for the exit, run to the fireMelody Hobson discusses how to stay steady during market volatility, why financial literacy reduces anxiety, and her investment thesis for women’s sports.5 May 2026 · 31 min · 12 chapters
The Devil Wears Prada workplace: Toxic or timeless?The business and workplace lessons of The Devil Wears Prada (and what’s changed since), using scenes like “gird your loins,” the cerulean sweater takedown, the Met Gala, and Paris Fashion Week to…2 May 2026 · 40 min · 18 chapters
How Poppi’s founders built a new soda brand worth $2 billionHow Poppy founders Allison and Stephen Ellsworth built a “healthier soda” brand from homemade farmer’s market sales to a near-$2B Pepsi acquisition, using retail partnerships, Shark Tank, TikTok, and…30 Apr 2026 · 34 min · 17 chapters
Maria Sharapova’s centre court tricks for the boardroomMaria Sharapova discusses how tennis training and competition translate to business decision-making, including handling disappointment, pivoting under uncertainty, and learning to say no.28 Apr 2026 · 29 min · 16 chapters
Possible: Netflix co-founder Reed Hastings: stories, schools, superpowersReed Hastings (Netflix co-founder/former CEO) discusses how AI will reshape society, which professions will change least/most, AI safety priorities, and how entertainment and education will evolve.25 Apr 2026 · 59 min · 30 chapters
The art of the steal: Serial founder Eric Ryan on finding inspirationEric Ryan (serial founder behind Method and Ollie) discusses how he finds inspiration and builds category-creating brands by “stealing” ideas from far away, reframing categories, and combining artist…23 Apr 2026 · 34 min · 17 chapters
A first look at Samsung’s blueprint to win the AI era, with Mauro PorciniSamsung’s design blueprint for the AI era, centered on “humanity” and four product directions, plus how Mauro Porcini is transforming a global design org through AI experimentation.21 Apr 2026 · 34 min · 12 chapters
Why CEOs need to think more like athletes, with investor Byron DeeterAdvice for CEOs and investors during AI transformation, framed as “think more like athletes” (peak performance, sleep, mental health) and “act like venture Hippocrates” (don’t interfere; back great…16 Apr 2026 · 37 min · 17 chapters
LIV Golf’s gambit to rewrite global sports, with Scott O’NeilLIV Golf CEO Scott O’Neil explains how LIV aims to “rewrite global sports” by taking golf worldwide with a team-based, shorter-format league, star “captains” as equity partners, and…14 Apr 2026 · 32 min · 13 chapters
Humanize AI before it dehumanizes us, with Dr. Rana el Kaliouby at SXSWHuman-centric AI—how to keep AI emotionally and socially aligned with people, separate myths from reality, and set guardrails for safety, privacy, and bias.9 Apr 2026 · 43 min · 21 chapters
The “most stressed” wellness CEO, with Calm’s David KoDavid Ko, former CEO of Calm (stepped down in 2022), discusses stress/burnout, why “wellness” needs structural change, and how Calm is shifting from app-only self-guided tools toward outcomes with…7 Apr 2026 · 33 min · 15 chapters
How to think faster and talk smarter, with Matt AbrahamsCommunication under pressure—how to think faster, talk smarter, manage speaking anxiety, and run effective pitches, meetings, and interviews (plus advice for large stages and multi-platform…2 Apr 2026 · 37 min · 20 chapters
The internet is breaking. So what’s next? with Cloudflare’s Matthew PrinceHow AI and bots are reshaping the internet’s business model, alongside accelerating cyber conflict and the workplace impact of AI/agents.31 Mar 2026 · 35 min · 14 chapters
Arthur Brooks on how to build a meaningful lifeArthur Brooks explains why many people feel depressed, anxious, and especially “meaningless,” arguing modern life blocks the “meaning” channel of well-being.26 Mar 2026 · 40 min · 22 chapters
Crisis at Hormuz, and your $160b tariff refund clock, with Flexport’s Ryan Petersen*Masters of Scale* features conversations with iconic business leaders who share insights on scaling their companies.24 Mar 2026 · 30 min · 20 chapters
Futurist Amy Webb: Trends are not enoughAmy Webb, Futurist and CEO of the Future Today Strategy Group19 Mar 2026 · 29 min · 11 chapters
The C-suite is messier than you think, with Maryam BanikarimIn this episode, host Bob Safian engages in a candid conversation with Maryam Banikarim, a seasoned marketing executive and former CMO of companies like Univision and Gannett.17 Mar 2026 · 31 min · 12 chapters
How Shantanu Narayen transformed AdobeIn this episode of *Masters of Scale*, Reid Hoffman engages in a conversation with Shantanu Narayen, who recently announced his departure as CEO of Adobe after nearly 20 years.14 Mar 2026 · 31 min · 17 chapters
FanDuel CEO Amy Howe: ‘My whole career has been sliding doors moments’Masters of Scale features candid conversations with iconic business leaders sharing lessons and strategies from their journeys in building successful companies.12 Mar 2026 · 35 min · 20 chapters
Stop waiting for clarity. Unfreeze and act, with Accenture’s Julie SweetIn this episode of *Masters of Scale*, Julie Sweet, CEO of Accenture, discusses the pressing need for business leaders to make swift decisions amidst AI disruption and geopolitical upheaval.10 Mar 2026 · 30 min · 14 chapters
Your Rich BFF dishes on dopamine spending and the new money minefield, with Vivian TuYour Rich BFF dishes on dopamine spending and the new money minefield, with Vivian Tu5 Mar 2026 · 38 min · 16 chapters
Rapid Recap: Iran, Anthropic vs. Pentagon, Paramount’s win, and moreThis episode analyzes pressing geopolitical events and their implications for the business landscape.3 Mar 2026 · 28 min · 15 chapters