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The Aboard Podcast

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Talking about AI doesn’t have to feel like the end of the world. Join Rich Ziade, Paul Ford, and their guests as they discuss how AI is changing software development, business strategy—and everything else. New episodes every Tuesday.

Episodes

2023-09-14. Office 365

In this episode Rich and Paul discuss the importance of having a physical space for startups. As it enhances your representation in front of big companies and also helps foster stronger relationships and collaborative learning. This podcast episode is sponsored by Aboard .

Sep 14, 202321 minSeason 1Ep. 74

2023-09-12. Antitrust

In this episode Rich and Paul explore how dominant platforms maintain their edge. Uncovering the ecosystem strategies and the ongoing battles to stay competitive in a fast-paced world. This podcast episode is sponsored by Aboard .

Sep 12, 202328 minSeason 1Ep. 73

2023-09-07. Triple Play

In this episode Rich and Paul delve into the different aspects of a software company- and yes it is more than a code! They discuss how a lot of sales and marketing has gone into growing well established softwares that we see today. This podcast episode is sponsored by Aboard .

Sep 07, 202324 minSeason 1Ep. 72

2023-09-05. Personal Brands Are Dead

Rich and Paul discuss how everyone wants to build their own thing, but then the time comes where they have to let their personal brand die. Building a personal brand is a one lane business, making it hard to scale without creating a business entity. This podcast is sponsored by Aboard .

Sep 05, 202329 minSeason 1Ep. 71

2023-08-31. Postlaunch

Once you launch you lose control. So, you spent your days trying to get everything right, and then when you launch you figure out that no one cares - which is why launch is very anticlimactic. Our advice? Lean into the ambiguity, lean into growth, listen to the feedback and be flexible-- only then would you figure out what business you're truly in. This podcast is sponsored by Aboard .

Aug 31, 202315 minSeason 1Ep. 70

2023-08-29. A Very Soft Launch

Rich and Paul have launched their product! - quietly though... In this episode Rich and Paul discuss, the meaning of launch and the fact that it's just the beginning-- that there is no finality to it. Check out the launch of Aboard .

Aug 29, 202316 minSeason 1Ep. 69

2023-08-24. Against Solutions

Rich and Paul discuss how softwares usually promise to be a solution, some sort of pain relief. However, that isn't realistic the promise of being a solution is too good to be true. Which is why we built Aboard, and it is not a solution, however it is malleable enough to be a solution. This podcast is sponsored by Aboard .

Aug 24, 202319 minSeason 1Ep. 68

2023-08-22. Culture as a Feature

Rich and Paul discuss how new tech like Threads offers humans a fresh start. However, human beings fundamentally don't want to change, and we run into issues because we don't move as fast as our technology does - however we know of a fast growing yet intuitive technology - our sponsor Aboard .

Aug 22, 202327 minSeason 1Ep. 67

2023-08-17. Vaudeville Gang Gang

Rich and Paul discuss whether the internet is actually elevating people's lives. They discuss the good and the bad, but all in all the internet is making us more informed it's just what we choose to do with that information that counts. This podcast is sponsored by Aboard (where you can save all your mug collections too).

Aug 17, 202316 minSeason 1Ep. 66

2023-08-15. Little firings everywhere

In this episode, Rich and Paul delve into the topic of firing people from the perspective of the employer. And offer advice on how to ensure that relationships within the organization remain profitable to the organization. This podcast is sponsored by Aboard .

Aug 15, 202319 minSeason 1Ep. 65

2023-08-10. Cardsorters

The simplest form of communication is sending links. Rich and Paul delve into the two kinds of people: Link Droppers and Card-Sorters, and the dynamic between the two. That's why they created a simple tool called Aboard that allows the co-existence of both - it is more organized for the Card-Sorters and it is easier for the Link Droppers. So whichever one you are, check out Aboard - it's for you. This podcast is sponsored by Aboard .

Aug 10, 202321 minSeason 1Ep. 64

2023-08-07. Shameless

Rich and Paul delve into the topic of success, and how the path to success includes a lot of failures along the way. To the extent that an important characteristic of the really successful people is being -- shameless. This podcast is sponsored by Aboard .

Aug 08, 202319 minSeason 1Ep. 63

2023-08-03. Superconducting

Rich and Paul discuss superconductors! This groundbreaking technology is finally becoming a reality, with the potential to benefit both the common good and economic prosperity. This podcast is sponsored by Aboard .

Aug 03, 202325 minSeason 1Ep. 62

2023-08-01. World News Tonight

In this episode, Rich and Paul discuss global warming and the chaos that it would cause. As the world grapples with the impacts of climate change, building resilience becomes essential to cope with the challenges ahead. We created a board that aims to bring order to this chaos, fostering collaboration and solutions for a sustainable future. This podcast is sponsored by Aboard ....

Aug 01, 202330 minSeason 1Ep. 61

2023-07-27. Hard Product Decisions

In this episode Rich and Paul discuss the empowering feature of softwares that help you get things done. They argue that complexity in software is unnecessary and that negating friction in the tools fosters productivity. This podcast is sponsored by Aboard .

Jul 27, 202321 minSeason 1Ep. 60

2023-06-25. Resilience

Rich and Paul discuss the classic startup dream of world-changing impact. But in today's unpredictable landscape, the real key is resilience. To develop a software that fosters collaborative communities that revolve around trust. This podcast is sponsored by Aboard.

Jul 25, 202326 minSeason 1Ep. 59

2026-07-18. Everyone's An Expert

Vaccines, submarines ... everyone seems to be an expert. In this episode Rich and Paul discuss how everyone seems to become an expert on various subjects in today's world. They discuss how the truth ultimately surfaces, but humanity often lags behind. Reflecting on the impact of social media and the democratization of knowledge, they examine the challenges we face in staying informed and the consequences of misinformation. This podcast is sponsored by Aboard ....

Jul 18, 202323 minSeason 1Ep. 58

2023-07-07. Ready for a Rainy Day

Humans are bad at future investments. Our mentality of not fixing things unless they're broken has led us too far off when it comes to the impending doom of climate change. In this episode Rich and Paul delve into the human psyche and our biggest obstacle to change? Our adaptability skills. This podcast is sponsored by Aboard .

Jul 11, 202322 minSeason 1Ep. 57

2023-07-06. YouTube Goes Dogme 95

In this episode, Rich and Paul discuss how working in the media shapes our perspective on human nature. They delve into artists' take on media and compare true artists who express themselves authentically, regardless of audience preferences, to those who create content solely to cater to the constraints of the platform or audience. This podcast is sponsored by Aboard .

Jul 06, 202328 minSeason 1Ep. 56

2023-06-29. Getting Ready for AI in 2036

In this captivating episode Rich and Paul venture into the year 2036, a world where advanced AI has seemingly replaced humans, leading to a thought-provoking exploration of the endless possibilities. This podcast is sponsored by Aboard .

Jun 29, 202325 minSeason 1Ep. 55

2023-06-26. Zuckermuskagon

Rich and Paul discuss the Musks and the Zucherburgs of the world. People have shifted their focus from the thing to themselves. This podcast is sponsored by Aboard .

Jun 27, 202325 minSeason 1Ep. 54

2023-06-22. Vaccines vs. Boredom

Free speech is very important. The drawback? Those who are best at manipulation end up winning in the battle of ideas. This is what happened during the pandemic, where the misinformation about vaccines turned lethal. This podcast is sponsored by Aboard .

Jun 22, 202323 minSeason 1Ep. 53

2023-06-20. The Beast of Our Problems

Rich and Paul dive into Mr. Beast's YouTube philosophy, that focuses more on growth rather than content. And the importance of one translating their funds into acts of kindness. This podcast is sponsored by Aboard .

Jun 20, 202320 minSeason 1Ep. 52

2023-06-15. Mod Drama

In this episode Rich and Paul discuss the unhealthy communities that form on big scale platforms. This necessitates the presence of moderators, leading to "Mod Drama". This podcast is sponsored by Aboard .

Jun 15, 202322 minSeason 1Ep. 51

2023-06-13. Goggles Pro!

In this episode Rich and Paul discuss Apple's new release of Vision Pro. They share their in-depth take on this new technology when it comes to productivity, accessibility, and even human connections. They also envision how it might mix with our sponsor - Aboard .

Jun 13, 202322 minSeason 1Ep. 50

2023-06-06. AI Mailbag

In this episode Rich and Paul assess AI risk. They discuss them in the 2 chapters - that where the anxiety should be versus where it is overblown. This episode is sponsored by Aboard , a place where you can take a breath from your AI anxiety.

Jun 06, 202322 minSeason 1Ep. 49

2023-06-01. Why We're Building Aboard

In this episode, Rich and Paul delve into the issues of the web, as it has become toxic. Their advice? Search for those healthy, cleansed spaces on the web. Spaces where you can be productive, keep your information safe, and share your knowledge. All of which is possible by our sponsor, Aboard .

Jun 01, 202317 minSeason 1Ep. 48

2023-05-30. Succession Finale

In this episode Rich and Paul discuss how Succession has shows up in real life, in people that they've met and how it portrays our world in the media. They offer advice of how you could chase success and avoid Succession. This podcast is sponsored by Aboard - it's live, it's free and it's a healthy corner on the web, Sign Up at aboard.com.

May 30, 202329 minSeason 1Ep. 47

2023-05-25. Best of Brooklyn

In this episode Rich and Paul take you on a wonderful tour across Brooklyn's diversity, through the multiple "little" diverse communities there. For this episode specifically Rich and Paul created a board for Brooklyn, on Aboard - the sponsor of this podcast. Tune in and join the board to add your take on Brooklyn!

May 25, 202319 minSeason 1Ep. 46

2023-05-24. What Business Are You In?

Rich and Paul discuss the risks with having a generic product. How it affects both the users and the founders. However, they highlight the importance of keeping your options open and communicating with the users. Tune in to know what the path to salvation is... on this episode that's sponsored by Aboard .

May 23, 202320 minSeason 1Ep. 45
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