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Alex Talks to Sam Esmail
February 15th, 2019
43:16
Gimlet has a new show called Without Fail where Alex talks to all kinds of people — including entrepreneurs and business people — about their successes and their failures and what they’ve learned from both.
We think …
We think …
Introducing Conviction — Part One: The Private Eye
February 5th, 2019
36:10
The first episode of Gimlet’s latest release: Conviction. This investigative series explores the dark truths about the criminal justice system in America and the developing case of Pedro Hernandez. Pedro’s case has …
Success Academy 7: The High School
December 28th, 2018
55:46
Eva Moskowitz calls Success Academy's high school the startup within the startup. And, as at any startup, there’s been a lot of chaos in its first …
Success Academy 6: The Fights
December 21st, 2018
40:35
Over the years, Success Academy has faced many existential threats. Eva has had to battle the most powerful man in New York City to fight for space …
Success Academy 5: Expectations
December 14th, 2018
51:52
It’s no mystery that Success Academy has high expectations — not just for its teachers, but also for its parents and students. Having a high bar is …
Success Academy 4: Growth
December 7th, 2018
53:12
Success Academy has grown quickly — in just 12 years, the network has gone from one school in Harlem to 47 schools across New York City. In order to …
Success Academy 3: The Test
November 30th, 2018
45:31
Success Academy’s state test results are truly remarkable — their students score in the top one percent in New York State, often beating out kids …
Success Academy 2: The Founder
November 17th, 2018
50:13
Eva Moskowitz is the founder and CEO of Success Academy, the highest performing and most controversial charter school network in New York City, and …
Success Academy 1: The Problem
November 9th, 2018
41:06
The Story:
Eva Moskowitz wants to fix a really big problem. There are over a million kids in New York City’s public schools. Most can’t read or do …
Eva Moskowitz wants to fix a really big problem. There are over a million kids in New York City’s public schools. Most can’t read or do …
Making a TV Series 4: The Stars of Homecoming
November 2nd, 2018
23:22
Alex Blumberg sits down with the stars of the Homecoming TV show-- Julia Roberts and Stephan James, and director Sam Esmail-- to talk about how they …
Making a TV Series 3: The Bird That Launched 1000 Ships
November 2nd, 2018
26:04
Being in charge of a big-budget TV production means having to make decisions. It's a new kind of power for Micah and Eli, and one that's sometimes uncomfortable to exercise. The words they write have real-world, …
Making a TV Series 2: Santa's Hollywood Workshop
October 26th, 2018
24:13
Micah and Eli get to work, writing the scripts for the Homecoming TV show. But taking something meant only for the ear, and turning it into something for the eye... proves to be deceptively challenging. Plus, Alex …
Making a TV Series 1: A Complete Moonshot
October 19th, 2018
31:37
Two years ago, Gimlet released its first fiction podcast: Homecoming. Now, this November, a television series based on the hit podcast and starring …
Without Fail - Groupon's Andrew Mason, pt. 1
October 5th, 2018
31:38
The Story:
Alex is back in the host’s chair to introduce a new show from Gimlet - his own! It's an interview show called Without Fail where Alex talks to people who have made a big bet and either won or lost.
When Andrew …
Alex is back in the host’s chair to introduce a new show from Gimlet - his own! It's an interview show called Without Fail where Alex talks to people who have made a big bet and either won or lost.
When Andrew …
Introducing Without Fail - Sophia Amoruso: From Nasty Gal to Girlboss
October 5th, 2018
45:02
The Story:
Alex is back in the host’s chair today to introduce a new show from Gimlet - his own! It's an interview show called Without Fail where he talks to people who have made a big bet and either won.. or lost.
When …
Alex is back in the host’s chair today to introduce a new show from Gimlet - his own! It's an interview show called Without Fail where he talks to people who have made a big bet and either won.. or lost.
When …
Twitch 2: Gaming The System
September 28th, 2018
37:44
The Story:
At the end of the last episode, co-founders Justin, Emmett, Michael, and Kyle had a big problem on their hands. Streaming Justin's life 24/7—the very idea their company was founded on—turned out to be kind of …
At the end of the last episode, co-founders Justin, Emmett, Michael, and Kyle had a big problem on their hands. Streaming Justin's life 24/7—the very idea their company was founded on—turned out to be kind of …
Twitch 1: Almost Famous
September 21st, 2018
28:08
The Story:
A group of friends moves across the country to launch an unlikely website that they think could replace television. The media loves them. …
A group of friends moves across the country to launch an unlikely website that they think could replace television. The media loves them. …
Church Planting 6: The Woman At The Pulpit
September 7th, 2018
26:48
The Story:
In the evangelical world, there are very few female church planters. In 2012 only three percent of all conservative churches had women as …
In the evangelical world, there are very few female church planters. In 2012 only three percent of all conservative churches had women as …
Church Planting 5: The Retreat
August 10th, 2018
39:40
This is our fifth and final episode following pastor AJ Smith, who has been trying to grow a new church in Philadelphia. It’s a process that has come …
Church Planting 4: The Conversation
August 3rd, 2018
40:00
Hell, homosexuality, and the role of women in church — these are some of the most sensitive topics in Christian theology today. And the implications …
Church Planting 3: The Paradox
July 20th, 2018
38:14
In the world of church planting, every Sunday counts… but there are a couple Sundays each year that can truly change the fate of a church. One of …
Church Planting 2: The Pastor
July 13th, 2018
36:24
It takes more than just a calling to start a church. You need a following. You need money. And to get that money, pastors often have to pass a kind …
Church Planting 1: The Movement
July 6th, 2018
36:54
Every year, there’s a movement of thousands of pastors starting new churches — they call them church plants. It’s a world remarkably parallel to the tech industry, with incubators, growth metrics and, well, angel …
Introducing Church Planters
June 29th, 2018
2:22
For the last six months at StartUp, we have been following a group of pastors and their families who’ve shown us what it’s really like to start a …
BONUS: Behind The Scenes With Arlan & Amy
June 22nd, 2018
36:35
For seven months, Arlan Hamilton agreed to let StartUp reporter Amy Standen follow her around with a microphone and ask her all kinds of questions — …
Arlan Hamilton 6: Going Rogue
June 8th, 2018
28:29
In our final episode of the series, Arlan is on a roll. She’s making new investments, raising her profile in the VC world, and bringing new people …
Arlan Hamilton 5: Control
June 1st, 2018
37:53
In this week’s episode, Arlan tries to maintain control as investments fall through, she butts heads with a prominent investing platform, and we meet …
Arlan Hamilton 4: Hacks
May 25th, 2018
28:39
Arlan has only a few months left before her cash runs out out when a seemingly perfect opportunity comes along. Is it too good to be true? Also, we take a look at Arlan's past as an entrepreneur, before she became a …
Arlan Hamilton 3: Picking Winners
May 11th, 2018
30:58
Like most venture capitalists, Arlan Hamilton plans to find the next billion dollar company by pattern matching—that's when VCs look to entrepreneurs …
Arlan Hamilton 2: The Hustle
May 4th, 2018
31:08
In this week’s episode we dive into what Silicon Valley considers “hustle” and how it may need to update its definition. We also find out how Arlan first got into venture capital—after months of sleeping on the floor at …
Arlan Hamilton 1: Silicon Valley, By Invite Only
April 27th, 2018
29:33
Silicon Valley is leaving money on the table, and Arlan Hamilton will go to extremes to prove it. She's a venture capitalist like no other — black, female, gay — and she's out to prove that investors in the Valley are …
Alex, Inc. 7: Alex Talks To Zach Braff
April 13th, 2018
37:27
What's it like having Zach Braff play you on TV? Alex gets to ponder that question with the man himself on stage at NYC Podfest. They also talk about Chris Sacca, swearing on podcasts, and crying at work in a …
Introducing Season 7
April 11th, 2018
2:51
Season 7 of StartUp is almost here! On April 27th, we’re taking you into the world of venture capital with Silicon Valley’s most unlikely power broker: Arlan Hamilton.
Here’s a sneak peek of our story.
And are you …
Here’s a sneak peek of our story.
And are you …
Alex, Inc. 6: Alex and Matt Pop Quiz
April 6th, 2018
35:01
Gimlet co-founders Alex Blumberg and Matt Lieber are pretty much on the same page… right?
This week, we put their relationship to the test. Producer Luke Malone got Matt and Alex into separate studios and asked them the …
This week, we put their relationship to the test. Producer Luke Malone got Matt and Alex into separate studios and asked them the …
Alex, Inc. 5: Alex And Matt, Inc.
March 23rd, 2018
56:57
In honor of the release of the TV show Alex, Inc., we’re binge dropping episodes of StartUp—the podcast that started it all—along with brand-new after shows. These are the best episodes about Gimlet, as chosen by our …
Alex, Inc. 4: Training Day
March 23rd, 2018
35:53
In honor of the release of the TV show Alex, Inc., we’re binge dropping episodes of StartUp—the podcast that started it all—along with brand-new after shows. These are the best episodes about Gimlet, as chosen by our …
Alex, Inc. 3: The Name Game
March 23rd, 2018
32:56
In honor of the release of the TV show Alex, Inc., we’re binge dropping episodes of StartUp—the podcast that started it all—along with brand-new after shows. These are the best episodes about Gimlet, as chosen by our …
Alex, Inc. 2: Alex Talks Equity
March 23rd, 2018
37:37
In honor of the release of the TV show Alex, Inc., we’re binge dropping episodes of StartUp—the podcast that started it all—along with brand-new after shows. These are the best episodes about Gimlet, as chosen by our …
Alex, Inc. 1: Sacca Plays Sacca
March 23rd, 2018
38:53
In honor of the release of the TV show Alex, Inc., we’re binge dropping episodes of StartUp—the podcast that started it all—along with brand-new after shows. These are the best episodes about Gimlet, as chosen by our …
StartupBus 5: Friday
December 15th, 2017
39:33
All this week we’ve been following StartupBus, a hackathon on wheels, where a bunch of strangers come together to launch companies in one week, all …
StartupBus 4: Thursday
December 14th, 2017
39:20
Every day this week we’re following StartupBus, a hackathon on wheels, where a bunch of strangers come together to launch companies in one week, all …
StartupBus 3: Wednesday
December 13th, 2017
35:01
Every day this week we’re following StartupBus, a hackathon on wheels, where a bunch of strangers come together to launch companies in one week, all …
StartupBus 2: Tuesday
December 12th, 2017
35:03
Every day this week we’re following StartupBus, a hackathon on wheels, where a bunch of strangers come together to launch companies in one week, all …
StartupBus 1: Monday
December 11th, 2017
38:05
This summer, 20 strangers got on a bus headed from New York to New Orleans. For five days, they had one goal: to build and launch companies while on …
Introducing StartupBus
December 7th, 2017
3:18
This past summer, 20 strangers got on a charter bus headed from New York to New Orleans. For three days they had one goal: Build and launch companies from inside the bus. And then? Compete against each other.
Reporter …
Reporter …
BONUS: Introducing Story Pirates
December 5th, 2017
23:56
Alex is back in the host’s chair today to introduce Gimlet’s first kid’s show—Story Pirates. It’s a podcast where actors, musicians, and comedians turn stories written by kids into hilarious plays and songs.
Alex talked …
Alex talked …
Dear Music Fans… (REBROADCAST)
November 10th, 2017
54:51
When a group of college kids in Florida set out to change the music industry, they did not anticipate how disruptive they would be. Their mission was …
Driverless Cars 2: The Race for a Self-Driving Future
November 3rd, 2017
27:33
On the last episode of StartUp, we followed the government-sponsored desert race that launched the self-driving car industry. This week, we see what …
Driverless Cars 1: The Grand Challenge
October 27th, 2017
46:10
In 2004, the U.S. government held a race unlike anything that had come before it. It was called the DARPA Grand Challenge, and it followed a 150-mile …
New Money
October 13th, 2017
29:48
Kik, a chat app popular with teenagers, launched in 2010. Users flocked to it, and within a few years it was valued at a billion dollars. Then a new …
Just Hit Record
October 6th, 2017
57:12
Earlier this year, we asked listeners to call us with questions for Gimlet Founder Alex Blumberg. Alex answered a bunch of them in an episode last season. But one caller’s question was so big, it needed its own episode. …
Make China Cool Again
September 29th, 2017
29:21
China is on a mission to upgrade its international reputation. The government doesn’t want people to see the country as just the world’s factory for socks and toys and cell phones. It wants people around the globe to …
BONUS: An Announcement From StartUp and Introducing The Nod
September 22nd, 2017
42:48
Lisa Chow and Alex Blumberg sit down together to talk about the future of StartUp.
And, we introduce you to Gimlet Media's newest podcast The Nod. Co-hosted by Brittany Luse and Eric Eddings, The Nod celebrates and …
And, we introduce you to Gimlet Media's newest podcast The Nod. Co-hosted by Brittany Luse and Eric Eddings, The Nod celebrates and …
Sell the Apartment, Keep the Startup
September 15th, 2017
32:33
Jasen Yang gave up the security of a high-paying Wall Street job to launch his company, Polly Portfolio. It’s been three years since then, and Jasen …
Domains 2: Sex Dot Con
September 8th, 2017
33:29
Gary Kremen owned one of the most valuable domain names in the history of the internet. And then one day, he lost it in the most unusual way. For years, Gary fought to win back his domain “sex dot com." The legal battle …
Domains 1: The .com King
September 1st, 2017
30:18
StartUp is back for a brand new season, and we're kicking things off with a story about the competitive world of domains.
Reporter Amy Standen brings us the story of Rick Schwartz, who earned the title “Domain King” by …
Reporter Amy Standen brings us the story of Rick Schwartz, who earned the title “Domain King” by …
Introducing Season 6
August 28th, 2017
3:05
StartUp returns September 1st with a brand new season. Here's a preview of what's coming up in Season 6.
And are you looking for more Gimlet in your life? Then click here to view our guide to other Gimlet shows returning …
And are you looking for more Gimlet in your life? Then click here to view our guide to other Gimlet shows returning …
BONUS: Check Out Mogul
July 25th, 2017
38:27
On this episode of StartUp, we're introducing you to a new show from Gimlet Media. It's called Mogul: The Life and Death of Chris Lighty. The show …
BONUS: Check Out The Pitch
July 20th, 2017
37:41
Concussions have cast a major shadow over contact sports, from youth leagues to the pros. But entrepreneur Anthony Gonzales thinks he can fix it by putting a gadget in the mouths of athletes. Now he just has to convince …
Building The Perfect Cup of Coffee
July 7th, 2017
34:58
Mokhtar Alkhanshali is trying to produce the perfect cup of coffee. And he’s trying to do it with beans grown in the midst of an active war zone in Yemen. Despite those challenges, his company’s first batch earned rave …
Gimlet 24: Ask Alex
June 30th, 2017
35:14
You called with your questions. Alex Blumberg has your answers—about growth, diversity at Gimlet and, oh yeah, that ABC sitcom that’s currently being made about the first season of StartUp.
How To Invent A New Sport
June 23rd, 2017
37:05
Mason Gordon’s dream is to create a new global team sport, something that hasn’t happened since basketball came on the scene in the 1890s. But Mason is determined. He invented Slamball—an amped up combination of …
Life After Startup
June 16th, 2017
41:39
Jason from Bento started a business that prepared and delivered pan-Asian meals on demand. Lauren and Emma from Dating Ring wanted to reinvent online …
BONUS: Introducing The Pitch
June 14th, 2017
39:03
Alex and Matt talk to Josh Muccio, the host of Gimlet's newest show, about his path to podcasting. Then we sample the first half of the latest episode of Josh's show, The Pitch.
Dating Ring 3: Another Side Of The Story (REBROADCAST)
June 9th, 2017
32:58
Hello, there! This week we’re rebroadcasting an episode from way back in Season 2 when we were following Dating Ring, a company that was different …
Bug Business
May 26th, 2017
29:25
Researchers who think about the thorny problem of feeding our growing global population have started to point at one possible solution: bugs. They’re …
Bootstrapping a Better Vaccine
May 19th, 2017
31:31
Jake Glanville and his small biotech startup are trying to beat big pharmaceutical companies and major research institutions to a potentially game-changing medical breakthrough: the universal flu vaccine.
Running a Family and a Business
May 12th, 2017
35:43
This week on StartUp we’re listening in as executive coach Jerry Colonna sits down with Diana Lovett, the founder of a socially responsible chocolate …
BONUS: Introducing Every Little Thing
May 5th, 2017
24:42
Gimlet launched a new podcast this month. It's called "Every Little Thing"and it searches for the extraordinary lurking in the ordinary. It's hosted by science journalist Flora Lichtman, who on this recent episode of …
Friendster 2: The Fall
April 28th, 2017
34:14
After a turbulent start and the firing of its founder, Friendster looked like it was back on track. It was still the biggest social network around …
Friendster 1: The Rise
April 21st, 2017
36:53
In 2003, Jonathan Abrams was sitting atop one of the hottest new companies in Silicon Valley. He and his website were at the forefront of an industry …
You Have to Invent Something
April 14th, 2017
39:39
In 1983 a guy named Stuart Anders invented a toy that would become a huge hit -- one of the biggest fad toys of a generation. But the toy world can …
BONUS: Introducing Twice Removed
January 13th, 2017
35:00
In episode 2 of this season of StartUp, producer Molly Messick followed producers Eric Mennel and Ngofeen Mputubwele, who were working on creating a …
Dov Charney 7: MAGIC
December 22nd, 2016
40:15
Following his ousting from American Apparel, Dov Charney has been eager to restart and launch his new venture—Los Angeles Apparel. He has assembled …
Dov Charney 6: Anger
December 16th, 2016
1:02:15
In the spring of 2014, the American Apparel board offered Dov Charney two options: forfeit your position as CEO and stay on as a creative consultant …
Dov Charney 5: Suits
December 9th, 2016
1:03:59
In 2007, Dov Charney took American Apparel public, placing the company under heightened scrutiny. This meant Charney lost the privacy and autonomy he’d grown accustomed to. And, as more stories emerged from inside the …
Dov Charney 4: Boundaries
December 2nd, 2016
45:39
While Dov Charney was running American Apparel, he didn’t shy away from unconventionality. And for many entrepreneurs, breaking convention is an essential part of growing an innovative company. But pushing boundaries is …
BONUS: Introducing Gimlet’s Fall Slate
November 23rd, 2016
28:27
Alex Blumberg interviews Pat Walters, Eli Horowitz, Marc Smerling, and Zac Stuart-Pontier — the creators of Gimlet’s three newest shows. Hear how Gimlet developed these projects and what they are all about. And enjoy …
Dov Charney 3: Photos
November 18th, 2016
34:38
In this episode, we trace American Apparel’s rise from the early wholesale days in South Carolina to the booming retail behemoth that the company …
Dov Charney 2: Workers
November 11th, 2016
28:44
Dov Charney is trying to rebuild a multi-million dollar apparel company from the ground up. But he can’t do it alone. In this episode, we’ll hear …
Dov Charney 1: Labels
November 4th, 2016
37:36
Season 4 of StartUp continues with the story of a well-known entrepreneur who built a widely recognized business, lost it all, and is now starting over—from scratch.
Over the next several episodes, we’ll hear as this …
Over the next several episodes, we’ll hear as this …
Gimlet 23: Shadowed Qualities
October 21st, 2016
40:47
This week, Alex receives feedback about his job performance from his co-workers, friends, and family. Some of it is good, some less so. But there is something else that comes up during the review process that shocks him.
Gimlet 22: You Can't Wear a Suit Here
October 14th, 2016
36:12
Growth. It can be exciting, it can be motivating, and it can be really stressful. In this week’s episode, we take a look at the tensions that …
Gimlet 21: Diversification of Worry
October 7th, 2016
36:40
StartUp is back! And we’re kicking Season 4 off with an update on what’s happening here at Gimlet Media.
Since the start of the year, Gimlet has more than doubled in size. And while growth is often the goal for a …
Since the start of the year, Gimlet has more than doubled in size. And while growth is often the goal for a …
Introducing Season 4
October 4th, 2016
2:16
Season 4 of StartUp is almost here. Here's a sneak peek of the fourth season, which kicks off with some episodes about the company that makes this podcast: Gimlet Media.
Since we last checked in on Gimlet HQ, the company …
Since we last checked in on Gimlet HQ, the company …
BONUS: Introducing Heavyweight
September 27th, 2016
30:40
Alex Blumberg sits down with Jonathan Goldstein, host of Gimlet Media's newest show, Heavyweight. They talk about working at This American Life, …
BONUS: Introducing Science Vs
July 28th, 2016
28:39
Alex Blumberg interviews Wendy Zukerman, host of Gimlet Media's newest show, Science Vs. Hear how Wendy found her way to Gimlet and enjoy the first half of the latest episode: Science Vs Attachment Parenting.
2680 Madison Road
July 1st, 2016
45:33
Something is amiss at 2680 Madison Road. In the thriving Cincinnati neighborhood of Hyde Park, the property is sandwiched between several decades-old …
Up in Flames
June 24th, 2016
43:51
Edgar Diaz has dedicated his life to dairy. He sees an incredible beauty in milk and the things that can come from it: soft cheese, rich dulce de …
ConBody 2: From the Cell to the Sell
June 17th, 2016
47:54
Coss Marte went from running a multi-million dollar drug operation to sitting in solitary confinement. And it’s here, alone in his cell, where he …
ConBody 1: Happy Ending
June 10th, 2016
39:06
Coss Marte is getting ready to pitch his company to a panel of prominent entrepreneurs and an audience of hundreds. He’s competing against five other startups for a chance at $100,000. With this money, Coss hopes to …
Kitchen Confidential
May 27th, 2016
47:00
Two men decide to start a company. Everything is going well... until it’s not. That’s the moment they decide to start recording their …
The Runway
May 20th, 2016
37:52
It’s not uncommon for shoppers to walk out of Mary Going’s store feeling on top of the world. Mary runs Saint Harridan, a company that makes custom suits for the gender non-conforming. With her store, Mary has created a …
Dear Music Fans...
May 13th, 2016
54:35
When a group of college kids in Florida set out to change the music industry, they did not anticipate quite how disruptive they would be. Their …
Pirate Needs Pirate
April 29th, 2016
37:55
Mike is on a mission to bring his customers something they desperately want. Every week, he embarks on a long and unpredictable journey across international borders and smuggles back some highly sought-after goods. And …
Twitch 2: Gaming the System
April 22nd, 2016
36:55
We pick up where we left off in the last episode, and hear how Justin, Emmett, Michael, and Kyle try to extend the life of their video-streaming company by making some risky but important decisions. In the process, …
Twitch 1: Almost Famous
April 15th, 2016
30:05
Welcome to the first episode of Season 3!
This season, we’re doing something new. Instead of following one company over many episodes, we’ll be …
This season, we’re doing something new. Instead of following one company over many episodes, we’ll be …
Introducing Season 3
April 8th, 2016
3:18
Season 3 launches Thursday, April 14th
BONUS: Introducing Sampler
January 28th, 2016
33:53
This week, we bring you a special bonus episode. In episode #20.5, Alex shares Gimlet’s latest podcast, Sampler, hosted by Brittany Luse.
**Warning, this episode contains content and language not suitable for children.
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**Warning, this episode contains content and language not suitable for children.
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Gimlet 20: Disorg Chart
January 8th, 2016
34:45
As we wrap up this mini-season, Lisa Chow comes back from maternity leave and notices some big changes at Gimlet. And these changes... they aren't all for the better. Lisa talks to Gimlet employees about concerns over …
Gimlet 19: Diversity Report
December 18th, 2015
45:23
If you were to walk into Gimlet HQ, there are a few things you’d probably notice right off the bat. First, it’s crowded - like a grungy dorm room. Second, the lighting… it’s not great. Not many windows. Third, it’s …
Gimlet 18: Pitch Perfect 2
December 3rd, 2015
36:57
Gimlet is growing fast. We have four shows on the air, and several others in pre-production. If we want to grow faster, though, we could use some …
Gimlet 17: Words About Words From Our Sponsors
November 20th, 2015
42:04
Gimlet is starting a new line of business, and it’s a complicated one: Branded content. Branded content is a piece of media (a video, a story, a …
Gimlet 16: The Secret Formula
November 4th, 2015
47:19
Gimlet is making a big, expensive bet. The kind of bet that could make or break the company. And it’s a bet that comes down to one factor: What is …
Gimlet 15: Married To Your Business
October 22nd, 2015
35:33
We return to the offices of Gimlet for the start of a new mini-season. It's been a year since the company launched and things are changing... fast. In this episode, Alex and his wife, Nazanin, wrestle with a huge …
BONUS: But Wait, There's More!
July 17th, 2015
28:58
A Gimlet update and a special announcement
Dating Ring 10: 116 Men and a Baby
July 2nd, 2015
37:07
Lessons learned in business and love
Dating Ring 9: Dating Ring Of Fire
June 25th, 2015
29:43
Under pressure, the Dating Ring founders make a big decision
Dating Ring 8: Til Debt Do Us Part
June 18th, 2015
29:02
Lauren and Emma visit the CEO Whisperer
Dating Ring 7: Survival's a Pitch
June 10th, 2015
31:05
A golden opportunity sows seeds of doubt
Dating Ring 6: Profiled
June 2nd, 2015
31:28
In online dating, love is not blind
BONUS: Gimlet's Newest Podcast
May 29th, 2015
26:53
This week, we take a break from our usual programming on Dating Ring to bring you this very special bonus episode, featuring Gimlet's newest show.
Dating Ring 5: Playing With Matches
May 20th, 2015
32:31
Inside Dating Ring's Matchmaking System
Dating Ring 4: Save The Date
May 13th, 2015
30:47
Save The Date (S2 Ep4) by Gimlet
Dating Ring 3: Another Side Of The Story
May 6th, 2015
33:17
Welcome to fundraising
Dating Ring 2: Grow Big Or Go Home
April 30th, 2015
34:01
Inside the Startup School Y Combinator
Dating Ring 1: Origin Story
April 23rd, 2015
34:15
First comes love...then comes equity
StartUp is a podcast series about what it’s really like to get a business off the ground. In Season 1, Alex …
StartUp is a podcast series about what it’s really like to get a business off the ground. In Season 1, Alex …
Gimlet 14: Where We Are
February 15th, 2015
40:12
An end and a beginning
Gimlet 13: Fake It Til You Make It
February 1st, 2015
30:56
Episode 13 addresses a question that has been dogging us since the company’s beginnings: Are we a technology company or a content company?
This …
This …
Gimlet 12: Burnout
January 19th, 2015
27:43
Recovering from a breaking point
Thanks to everyone who took our listener survey last week. To see the results, visit: …
Thanks to everyone who took our listener survey last week. To see the results, visit: …
Gimlet 11: Know Your Customer
January 5th, 2015
26:23
Lessons on building an audience
While working on this episode, we realized we want to know more about our audience. So, we created a survey. It takes about two minutes to complete, and you can find it at …
While working on this episode, we realized we want to know more about our audience. So, we created a survey. It takes about two minutes to complete, and you can find it at …
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Lessons on outgrowing your business plan
Gimlet 9: We Made A Mistake
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Gimlet Media addresses a company mistake.
Gimlet 8: Our New Show
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Welcome, Reply All
Gimlet 7: How Listeners Become Owners
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Are you ready to invest in Gimlet Media?
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It's all about your story.
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Choosing a favorite is only the beginning.
Gimlet 4: Startups are a Risky Business
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StartUps are a risky business, but there's lots of reasons to write a check.
Gimlet 3: How To Divide An Imaginary Pie
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How much of your company should you give up when you bring on a partner?
Gimlet 2: Is Podcasting the Future or the Past?
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26:12
Dreaming big is harder than you'd think.
Gimlet 1: How Not to Pitch a Billionaire
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29:11
This is a series about what happens when someone who knows nothing about business starts one. It's called StartUp. In episode one, Alex Blumberg botches his pitch to Silicon Valley billionaire Chris Sacca.
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