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 the latest round of tech layoffs, questioning why job cuts continue despite record profits. They chat about how AI is changing roles, the value of networking, and staying financially ready in shaky times. Plus, tips on job hunting, social media’s influence on spending, and a reminder to take charge of your career. Chapters 00:24 Microsoft Cuts 9,000 Jo...
Jul 15, 2025•21 min•Season 8Ep. 27
Join our Patreon for extra-long episodes and ad-free content: https://www.patreon.com/techish In this episode of Techish , hosts Michael and Abadesi dive into the wild story of the tech con artist who is fooling Silicon Valley startups, exposing some big cracks in how the industry hires. They also break down the rise of AI addictions, the emotional pull of chatbots, and round off with Grammarly's acquisition of Superhuman. Chapters 00:25 The Tech Swindler: The Greatest Catfish of a Generation? 1...
Jul 08, 2025•27 min•Season 8Ep. 26
Join our Patreon for extra-long episodes and ad-free content: https://www.patreon.com/techish In this episode of Techish, Abadesi chats with Bridget Todd ( There Are No Girls on the Internet and IRL ) about how AI is changing our lives, especially when it comes to companionship and relationships. They dive into the convenience economy, the responsibilities of tech companies and users, and why real community still matters in an increasingly AI-driven world. Follow Bridget Todd on Instagram @bridg...
Jul 03, 2025•29 min•Season 8Ep. 25
This week on Techish, hosts Michael and Abadesi chat about the solo "vibe coder" who sold to Wix for $80M, the Social Network sequel, the Microsoft–OpenAI drama, and why working a "low-status" job might help you be a better person. Chapters 00:28 Six-Month Vibe Coder Gets $80M 09:00 The Social Network Is Getting a Sequel 17:59 Microsoft vs. OpenAI Feud Heats Up 32:14 'Fascism Starts From the Standing Desk' [Patreon-Only] Take TripleTen's career quiz to get a free personalized career consultation...
Jul 01, 2025•33 min•Season 8Ep. 24
This week on Techish, hosts Michael and Abadesi chat about Cluely, a startup with a “cheat at everything” app. They dive into its viral marketing, the ethics of using it in job interviews, and whether traditional knowledge still matters in today’s fast-changing industry. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:14 The Rise of Cluely: The AI App For Cheating at Everything 02:46 Startup Stunts and the Attention Economy 08:47 Tech Interviews are Broken Take TripleTen's career quiz to get a free personalized ...
Jun 24, 2025•13 min•Season 8Ep. 23
In this episode, Techish hosts Michael and Abadesi break down startup hype culture, especially all the smoke and mirrors around AI. They chat about tweaking revenue numbers, investors turning a blind eye, and why tech needs more ethics and less ego. They also chat about Apple’s latest WWDC drops, MAGA influencers in the White House, and why good journalism still matters. Chapters 00:25 Builder.ai Faked Its AI With 700 Indian Engineers? 16:09 Can Liquid Glass Rescue Apple From Its Flop Era? 25:18...
Jun 17, 2025•26 min•Season 8Ep. 22
Join our Patreon for the full ad-free episode: https://www.patreon.com/techish ---- Techish hosts Abadesi and Michael dive into how AI is shaking up applications and why some grads are crushing it while others are stuck, Timbaland swapping out human artists for AI, and the future of adult content. Chapters 00:27 Is It a Graduate Recession? 11:29 Timbaland Debuts AI-Generated Artist TaTa 24:59 OnlyFans on Sale for $8 Billion [Patreon-Only] Extra Reading & Resources No hire, no fire: The worst...
Jun 10, 2025•26 min•Season 8Ep. 21
Join our Patreon for the full ad-free episode: https://www.patreon.com/techish ---- This week, Techish host Abadesi and TechCrunch reporter Dominic-Madori Davis break down: AI blackmail, the violence that’s rocking the crypto world, being frugal, Lauren Sanchez marrying Jeff Bezos, and big racism payouts. Chapters 01:07 Anthropic's AI Chatbot Blackmails Engineer 07:15 The Violence That’s Got the Crypto Elite Shook 16:23Why Keke Palmer Lives Below Her Means 27:35 Lauren Sanchez & Jeff Bezos’s...
Jun 03, 2025•38 min•Season 8Ep. 20
Cozy Earth is offering 40% off with code TECHISH : https://cozyearth.com/ Brand new Techish! This week, Abadesi is answering YOUR questions! She keeps it real about how to level up when there’s no clear path, ask for that raise (and actually get it), how make work fit your life (not the other way around), and staying ahead in an AI world. Chapters 00:00 Career Growth and Community Q&A 1:06 Leveling Up in Your Career When There's No Clear Path 06:27 How to Position Yourself for Raises and Pro...
May 27, 2025•31 min•Season 8Ep. 19
Cozy Earth is offering 40% off with code TECHISH : https://cozyearth.com/ Techish hosts Abadesi and Michael switch things up this week with some juicy AITA scenarios. They unpack turning down a big tech job handed to you through family connections, saying no to bankrolling your brother’s startup, and getting a little petty post-layoff. They dive into privilege, responsibility, and the messy mix of family and money. Chapters 00:17 Turning Down a Big Tech Job Because of Nepotism 08:29 Saying No to...
May 20, 2025•19 min•Season 8Ep. 18
Patreon: Join our Patreon for extra-long episodes and ad-free content: www.patreon.com/techish Episode description: This week, Abadesi is back on the pod with co-host Michael to break down what the rise of AI means for our jobs and why women automation might hit women the hardest. They also get into digital privacy, scams, cybercrime, and the double standards in how we talk about wealth online. To wrap things up, they reflect on Warren Buffett stepping down and ask: what do the rich really owe t...
May 13, 2025•30 min•Season 8Ep. 17
Patreon: Join our Patreon for extra-long episodes and ad-free content: www.patreon.com/techish Episode description: Techish host Michael Berhane and TechCrunch reporter Dominic-Madori Davis dive into Meta’s attempt to tackle loneliness the AI app that lets you cheat at, well... everything, and what Duolingo’s AI-first strategy means for the future of work. They also chat about Ryan Coogler’s big moves with Sinners and why the Kardashians’ latest venture into the food industry is raising eyebrows...
May 06, 2025•35 min•Season 8Ep. 16
Patreon: Join our Patreon for extra-long episodes and ad-free content: www.patreon.com/techish Description: This conversation explores individuals' financial expectations at different life stages, the economic pressures that make these expectations difficult to meet, and the ongoing debate about work-life balance, particularly regarding the four-day work week. It also touches on the complexities of supporting black-owned businesses and the challenges of toxic work cultures in influencer-led bran...
Apr 29, 2025•20 min•Season 8Ep. 15
In this episode of Techish, Michael Berhane and Abadesi discuss various themes including innovative approaches to coding interviews, the role of AI in education, potential dystopian futures in schooling, and the impact of Chinese manufacturing on Western brands. They explore the implications of these topics on society and the future of work, emphasizing the need for critical thinking and adaptability in a rapidly changing technological landscape. Reading Material: https://www.nbcnews.com/tech/te...
Apr 22, 2025•19 min•Season 8Ep. 14
This week on Techish, Michael and Abadesi dive into the economy—tariffs, trade wars, and how it’s all hitting small businesses. They chat about globalization, the mind games behind trade deals, and who really wins or loses. Plus, they touch on corporate accountability, the rise of Black-owned brands, and how culture shapes our views on economic fairness. Chapters 00:34 Trump’s Tariffs: The Winners and Losers 13:16 Why Is Trump Getting Away With Everything? 19:58 Fraudster Founders Are Getting Le...
Apr 15, 2025•33 min•Season 8Ep. 13
This week on Techish, Michael and Abadesi unpack how the changing political landscape is shaping career goals for top university grads. They also dive into Big Tech’s ties to the military-industrial complex, reflect on the 'good old days' of internet journalism, and the debate about tackling wealth inequality. Chapters 00:25 Stanford Grads Are Ditching Big Tech for Defense 07:57 Nostalgia for BuzzFeed-Era Journalism 10:20 The Pressure to Perform Success 13:31 Gary Stevenson and Taxing the Super ...
Apr 08, 2025•22 min•Season 8Ep. 12
This week on Techish, Michael and Abadesi dive into those viral Studio Ghibli-style AI images from ChatGPT and what they mean for creative jobs, copyright, and the climate. They also break down what 23andMe’s bankruptcy, what shows like Netflix’s Adolescence reveal toxic masculinity and gender-based violence, and the hype around Apple TV’s Severance. Chapters 00:00 The Dark Side of ChatGPT’s Studio Ghibli AI Art 11:03 23andMe Goes Bankrupt 16:40 Adolescence and the Rise in Incel Culture* 26:18 S...
Apr 01, 2025•32 min•Season 8Ep. 11
This week on Techish, Michael and Abadesi get real about success. They break down what it takes, what social media gets wrong, and why patience matters. They dive into privilege, tokenism, and the pressures young people face today, breaking down the dangers of comparison and the need for a more balanced view on success. Chapters 00:00 Anthony Mackie Says Success Is Given Not Earned 11:52 Success Is A Double-Edged Sword 15:11 Young Men Don’t Want To Celebrate Their Birthdays 24:57 Social Media Ne...
Mar 25, 2025•27 min•Season 8Ep. 10
This week, hosts Abadesi and Michael discuss the state of the economy—how politics, layoffs, and shifting trends are hitting both new grads and seasoned pros. They chat about smart investing, changing consumer habits, and why building your brand matters more than ever. Plus, they explore hidden opportunities, sustainable growth, and the future of DEI. Chapters 00:00 The Economy A Mess and Everybody’s Struggling? 07:09 Investment Strategies For Uncertain Times 11:07 No-Buy Year: Getting Thrifty i...
Mar 18, 2025•25 min•Season 8Ep. 9
Michael and Abadesi are back for this week's Techish! Abadesi shares the highs and lows of writing and producing her first play, including crowdfunding on Kickstarter. They also chat about Google's push for 60-hour workweeks in the race to Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), why entrepreneurship is now all about distribution, and how social media is shaping the publishing industry. Chapters 00:00 Fundraising on Kickstarter 03:48 Google Pushes 60-Hour Workweeks In AI Race 09:51 Corporate Bosse...
Mar 11, 2025•26 min•Season 8Ep. 8
In this episode, Michael and Abadesi dive into why Gen Z want to be in the office, tools like Replit that make app-building a breeze for entrepreneurs. They also look into the rise of on-demands security services aka “Uber for Guns,” and what it means about the state of the world. Finally, they tackle the ethics of investing—should you back a company that doesn’t align with your values? Chapters 00:00 Gen Z and Remote Work 04:32 Why Replit Is a Game-Changing App Builder 08:29 New Protector App W...
Mar 04, 2025•26 min•Season 8Ep. 7
Techish is back! This week, Abadesi and Michael kick off the episode with the backlash over Stormzy’s McDonald’s collaboration. They also break down Meta’s latest layoffs and how performance reviews play into the mix. Then, they take a look at the rising cost of concert tickets—why are prices for artists like Beyoncé skyrocketing? Finally, they discuss the future of DEI in corporate America and what these shifts mean for the people driving the work forward. Chapters 00:25 Stormzy's McDonald's Co...
Feb 25, 2025•29 min•Season 8Ep. 6
This week on Techish, Michael and Abadesi break down DeepSeek, China's open-source AI rival, what the rise in AI agents means for jobs, and Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) hiring Daniel Perry, the man who placed Jordan Neely in a lethal chokehold on a NYC subway. They also discuss Kendrick Lamar's Grammy sweep for his Drake diss track and why Bianca Censori, Kanye West's wife, never seems to be wearing any clothes. Chapters 00:30 The Rise of Deepseek: A Game Changer in AI 07:33 Job Ads for AI Agents ...
Feb 11, 2025•32 min•Season 8Ep. 5
This week on Techish, Abadesi sits down with Alphonso David, a Human Rights and civil rights lawyer and advocate, to talk about his work as President and CEO of the Global Black Economic Forum. They dive into breaking down barriers for marginalized communities, why diversity, equity, and inclusion actually matters, and the need for real investment in Black and Brown businesses. Alphonso also shares the secret to his perseverance and what we can learn from the past to drive change today. Chapters...
Feb 04, 2025•19 min•Season 8Ep. 4
In this Techish episode, hosts Abadesi and Michael chat about tech's latest spite-fueled innovation, the buzz around the inauguration and crypto ball, and what Trump’s second presidency could mean for the intersection of tech and politics. And, of course, they tackle the big question on everyone’s mind: why is dating such a mess these days? Chapters 00:40 Gas Founder Creates App To Spite Snapchat 04:00 Tech Giants at the Inauguration 08:52 Rappers Perform at the Trump Crypto Party 12:50 Meme Coi...
Jan 28, 2025•25 min•Season 8Ep. 3
In this episode, Abadesi and Michael discuss the realities of layoffs, sharing personal experiences and insights on how to identify signs of potential layoffs, prepare for them, and navigate the aftermath. They emphasize the importance of mental health, financial planning, and the value of side hustles as a means of diversifying income. The conversation provides practical advice for anyone facing job insecurity or recovering from a layoff. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Layoffs and Personal Expe...
Jan 21, 2025•22 min•Season 8Ep. 2
Techish is back with a fresh new season to kick off 2025! Michael and Abadesi dive into US politics—talking elections, inflations, and the role of 'liberal elites'. They break down the debate about H-1B visas (no, Trump and Musk don't actually care about immigrants), Zuckerberg's MAGA pivot, and what censorship on social media actually means. They wrap things off by asking what owning an Android means for your dating life. Chapters 00:00 Why Trump Won The Election 08:05 Trump and Musk Back H-1B ...
Jan 14, 2025•29 min•Season 8Ep. 1
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Dec 09, 2024•56 sec
Brand new Techish! In this episode, hosts Michael and Abadesi look back at a tough year in tech, from job market shake-ups to the rise of content creation. They chat about AI’s impact on work, pivoting business models, job-hunting tips, investment trends, and the remote vs. office work debate. Chapters Reflections on a Challenging Year (00:00) Everyone’s a Content Creator (02:25) Navigating Industry Changes - Adapt and Survive (09:36) We Love Scrappy Founders (12:58) The Future of Remote Work (1...
Nov 19, 2024•26 min•Season 7Ep. 17
This week, Techish hosts Michael and Abadesi dig into Gen Z politics, focusing on why some young men are shifting conservative. They chat about how social media and creators fuel toxic views on women and masculinity, the need for healthier masculinity, and the struggles young men face today. Plus, they tackle ageism in startups, questioning stereotypes about younger and older workers. • Gen Z men are more conservative (00:17) • Are online creators grooming boys to hate women?(06:55) • The need f...
Nov 12, 2024•26 min•Season 7Ep. 16
