Techish

Apr 08 2025 283 ep. 31 mins 326

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A podcast by two founders and investors who talk about all things tech, pop culture, and life.

It's equal parts ChatGPT, equal parts Cardi B.

Starring tech founders and investors Abadesi Osunsade and Michael Berhane.

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Gen Z is Pivoting From Tech to the Military-Industrial Complex, Gary Stevenson

Apr 08 2025 22 mins

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

The Dark Side Of Studio Ghibli AI, 23andMe Goes Bankrupt, Adolescence, And Severance

Apr 01 2025 31 mins

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 S

They're Lying To Us About Success?

Mar 25 2025 26 mins

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

The Stock Market is Cooked, and Everyone is Struggling?

Mar 18 2025 24 mins

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

Google’s 60-Hour Workweek, Kickstarter Fundraising, Distribution Is The Future

Mar 11 2025 25 mins

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 indust

Does Gen Z Secretly Hate Remote Work? Uber for Guns, Replit, and Ethical Investing

Mar 04 2025 25 mins

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

Did Stormzy Sell Out? Meta Layoffs, Cowboy Carter, And DEI Backlash

Feb 25 2025 28 mins

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

DeepSeek Spooks Silicon Valley, Drake is Cooked, a16z Hires Daniel Penny

Feb 11 2025 31 mins

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 see

They Are Ignoring Why DEI Existed In The First Place ft. Alphonso David

Feb 04 2025 19 mins

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. Alp

Trump Meme Coins, Snoop Sold Out, Getting Rich Off Spite, TikTok Ban?

Jan 28 2025 24 mins

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 Ap