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Y Combinator Startup Podcast, page 5
by Y Combinator · English
We help founders make something people want. The Y Combinator Podcast is where builders talk about building. From the earliest days of an idea to scaling a company that changes the world, YC partners and founders share real stories, lessons, and tactics from the frontlines.
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How AI Coding Agents Will Change Your JobIn this episode, Y Combinator's Tom Blomfield and David Lieb discuss the transformative impact of AI coding tools on software development and the broader implications for knowledge work.9 May 2025 · 19 min
How To Get The Most Out Of Vibe Coding | Startup SchoolIn this episode, Tom Blomfield discusses the emerging practice of "vibe coding," leveraging advanced AI tools such as Claude Code, Windsurf, and Aqua for software development.25 Apr 2025 · 17 min
How Zepto Became India’s Fastest Growing StartupAadit Palicha, Co-founder and CEO of Zepto18 Apr 2025 · 38 min
Why America Stopped Innovating - And How We Can Start AgainDerek Thompson, Staff Writer at The Atlantic, Co-author of "Abundance" with Ezra Klein4 Apr 2025 · 34 min
What Founders Can Do To Improve Their Design GameIn this episode, Aaron interviews Raphael Schaad, the Head of Calendar at Notion and founder of Kron, a next-gen calendar application that was acquired by Notion.28 Mar 2025 · 21 min
How to Build the Future: Tony XuTony Xu, Co-founder & CEO of DoorDash26 Mar 2025 · 32 min
Customer Obsession Made Gusto A $9.6 Billion CompanyIn this episode of the Y Combinator Startup Podcast, co-founder and CEO Josh Reeves discusses how Gusto transitioned from an initial startup idea to a leading payroll and HR company valued at $9.6…18 Mar 2025 · 25 min
The Future Of Design With Figma's Dylan FieldIn this episode, co-founder and CEO of Figma, Dylan Field, speaks with Garry Tan of Y Combinator about the transformation of design in the age of AI, the journey of Figma, and the evolving…13 Mar 2025 · 38 min
How To Build The Future: Aravind SrinivasIn this episode, David Lieb, a General Partner at Y Combinator, interviews Aravind Srinivas, co-founder and CEO of Perplexity.21 Feb 2025 · 35 min
Building A Supersonic Plane Company From The Ground UpBlake Scholl, Founder and CEO of Boom Supersonic14 Feb 2025 · 14 min
The Right (And Wrong) Way To Spend Money At Your StartupIn this episode, Y Combinator General Partners Brad Flora, Pete Koomen, Nicolas Dessaigne, and Gustaf Alströmer discuss effective money management in startups, emphasizing the importance of spending…12 Feb 2025 · 29 min
How To Build The AGI Future: Bob McGrewIn this episode, Garry Tan interviews Bob McGrew, the former Chief Research Officer at OpenAI.31 Jan 2025 · 31 min
How To Use AI In Your StartupThe Y Combinator Startup Podcast aims to assist founders in creating products that resonate with people.15 Jan 2025 · 14 min
How To Build The Future: Parker ConradIn this episode, host Garry sits down with Parker Conrad, Co-founder and CEO of Rippling, a comprehensive HR, Finance, and IT software platform valued at $13.5 billion.10 Jan 2025 · 43 min
Building A $2 Billion SaaS Company: Lessons From A Two Time FounderBuilding A $2 Billion SaaS Company: Lessons From A Two Time Founder8 Jan 2025 · 25 min
How David Lieb Turned A Failed Startup Into Google Photos | BackstoryIn this episode, David Lieb, a General Partner at Y Combinator, shares his journey from co-founding the startup Bump to leading the development of Google Photos.18 Dec 2024 · 20 min
How To Start A Dev Tools Company with Nicolas Dessaigne | Startup SchoolHow To Start A Dev Tools Company with Nicolas Dessaigne | Startup School26 Nov 2024 · 33 min
Twitter vs. X: Product Lessons For Startup Founders | The BreakdownThis episode discusses the rebranding of Twitter to X, exploring the changes in user experience (UX) and algorithm (algo) that have occurred since the transition.21 Nov 2024 · 23 min
How To Build The Future: Sam AltmanHow To Build The Future: Sam Altman18 Nov 2024 · 47 min
How Do Billion Dollar Startups Start? | Office HoursHow Do Billion Dollar Startups Start? | Office Hours17 Nov 2024 · 19 min
Why Design Matters: Lessons from Stripe, Lyft and Airbnb | Design ReviewIn this episode, Katie Dill, the Head of Design at Stripe, shares insights on the importance of design in the success of companies like Stripe, Airbnb, and Lyft.16 Nov 2024 · 34 min
How To Find A Co-Founder with Harj Taggar | Startup SchoolIn this episode of the Y Combinator Startup Podcast, Harj Taggar, a Group Partner at Y Combinator, discusses the critical importance of finding a co-founder when building a startup.16 Nov 2024 · 21 min
How To Convert Customers With Cold Emails with Aaron Epstein | Startup SchoolIn this episode, Aaron Epstein, a Group Partner at Y Combinator, discusses effective strategies for writing cold emails that convert potential customers.16 Nov 2024 · 33 min
How To Improve Cohort Retention with David Lieb | Startup SchoolHow To Improve Cohort Retention with David Lieb | Startup School16 Nov 2024 · 29 min