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Podcast: This Week in Startups
Episode: YC demo day valuation tensions, how VCs can find gems, Substack's performance & more | E1716
Description: Jason breaks down the valuation tension surrounding YC demo days (2:36), how to get better prices on YC-equivalent startups (8:59), Garry Tan's response to complaints (15:18), and more! Then, Jason reacts to a law firm's leaked expectations list that went viral (29:29) before wrapping with some thoughts about Substack (41:59).
(0:00) Jason tees up Friday's topics!
(2:36) Understanding the valuation tension of YC's demo day; why some investors resent YC
(8:59) Jason's three ways to avoid overpaying for YC startups
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