Techish
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.
@techishpod on socials. and youtube.com/@techishpod
Episodes
293 episodes
AI Startup Faked Its Way to Unicorn Status, Apple's Liquid Glass, MAGA Influencers
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...
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26:36
Are We in a Graduate Recession? Timbaland’s AI Artist, OnlyFans in $8Bn Sale Talks
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...
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Season 8
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Episode 21
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26:25
AI Can Blackmail Us Now?I Crypto Violence IRL, Keke Palmer’s A Frugal Queen, Google’s $50M Racism Lawsuit
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...
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Season 8
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Episode 20
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38:38
How to Secure a Raise, Awkward Conversations, and Working On Your Terms
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...
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Season 8
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Episode 19
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30:44
AITA? Turning Down Nepo Jobs, Family Loans, And Petty Revenge
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 thro...
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Season 8
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Episode 18
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18:58
AI Is Coming for Our Jobs? $330M Bitcoin Theft, Warren Buffett Retires, Meta Gala
Patreon: Join our Patreon for extra-long episodes and ad-free content: www.patreon.com/techishEpisode description:This week, Abadesi is back on the pod with co-host Michael to break do...
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Season 8
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Episode 17
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29:42
Zuck’s AI Cure For Loneliness, An App For Cheating Life, Sinners, $12M For Khloe K’s Popcorn
Patreon: Join our Patreon for extra-long episodes and ad-free content: www.patreon.com/techishEpisode description:Techish host Michael Berhane and TechCrunch reporter Dominic-Madori Da...
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Season 8
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Episode 16
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34:43
How Much Should You Have By 30, Supporting Black Business, Four Day Work Week or $$?
Patreon: Join our Patreon for extra-long episodes and ad-free content:www.patreon.com/techishDescription:This conversation explores individuals' financial expectations at different life stages, the economic pressures tha...
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Season 8
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Episode 15
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20:09
Is AI Already Making Us Less Smart & Chinese Manufacturers on Tiktok
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 ...
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Season 8
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Episode 14
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18:48
Tariffs, Trade Wars, and Topicals Founder Olamide Olowe Killing It
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 ...
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Season 8
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Episode 13
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33:01
Gen Z is Pivoting From Tech to the Military-Industrial Complex, Gary Stevenson
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 in...
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Season 8
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Episode 12
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22:25
The Dark Side Of Studio Ghibli AI, 23andMe Goes Bankrupt, Adolescence, And Severance
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...
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Season 8
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Episode 11
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32:10
They're Lying To Us About Success?
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 dow...
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Season 8
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Episode 10
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27:29
The Stock Market is Cooked, and Everyone is Struggling?
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 bran...
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Season 8
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Episode 9
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25:26
Google’s 60-Hour Workweek, Kickstarter Fundraising, Distribution Is The Future
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 Arti...
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Season 8
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Episode 8
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26:36
Does Gen Z Secretly Hate Remote Work? Uber for Guns, Replit, and Ethical Investing
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 i...
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Season 8
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Episode 7
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26:32
Did Stormzy Sell Out? Meta Layoffs, Cowboy Carter, And DEI Backlash
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 lo...
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Season 8
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Episode 6
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29:18
DeepSeek Spooks Silicon Valley, Drake is Cooked, a16z Hires Daniel Penny
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...
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Season 8
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Episode 5
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31:52
They Are Ignoring Why DEI Existed In The First Place ft. Alphonso David
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 marginal...
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Season 8
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Episode 4
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19:25
Trump Meme Coins, Snoop Sold Out, Getting Rich Off Spite, TikTok Ban?
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,...
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Season 8
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Episode 3
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25:05
How to Survive Layoffs - The Guide
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 menta...
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Season 8
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Episode 2
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22:20
Election Results, Zuck goes Maga, H1B Visa, Android Gives the Ick.
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 do...
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Season 8
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Episode 1
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28:51
Surviving the Tech Job Market in 2025
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, investm...
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Season 7
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Episode 17
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26:33
Why Have Gen Z Men Swung To The Right?
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 masc...
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Season 7
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Episode 16
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26:21