#0063 - Apple event, Founder Mode vs Manager Mode, Mosquito Virus Dangers, and More

On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: jgoodtimes83), Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster,) and Simon Kahan (IG: @simonkahan) discuss the following topics:   Apple 'Glowtime' event sees iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Pro, Apple Watch unveilings Apple just wrapped up an event at its headquarters in Cupertino, California, where it unveiled new versions of the iPhone, AirPods and Apple Watch.   Founder Mode vs Manager Mode  Paul Graham distinguishes between "Founder Mode" and "Manager Mode" in running companies. In founder mode, leaders remain deeply involved in day-to-day operations, while manager mode focuses more on delegating tasks and relying on middle management.   The Silent Venture Capital & Startup Recession  The data is clear: startups and venture capital are in a recession that is as bad as the recession of 2008.   Andreessen Horowitz Is Closing Miami Office After Two Years Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) closed its Miami Beach satellite office just two years into a five-year lease due to disuse.   Mosquito Virus Dangers  As climate change progresses, there has been an uptick in diseases spread by mosquitoes, such as West Nile virus, dengue fever, and Zika, posing more significant health threats globally.   We also upload our episodes to YouTube in video format so you can see us now. Check it out on Established YouTube, where you can subscribe to get updates when we drop a new episode. https://soty.link/ESTYouTube    As always, thank you for listening, and feel free to reach out and let us know what you think at: [email protected]