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Books they recommend that someone else wrote.
“And the book's titled Breakneck and it's really talking about some of the acceleration that we've seen in building you know inside of China.”
Why: It is a fascinating, personal, and very current read that is balanced and explores the pros and cons of what has happened in China.
Breakneck by Dan Wang
Host on Bg2 PodChina, China, China. Breaking Down China’s Tech Surge | BG2 w/ Bill Gurley and Brad Gerstner
“And then read Dan Wang's book. I think it's fabulous. Like Tyler Cowen said, it might be the best book of the year.”
Why: It is very well written, a joy to read, and considered by Tyler Cowen to potentially be the best book of the year.
Breakneck by Dan Wang
Host on Bg2 PodChina, China, China. Breaking Down China’s Tech Surge | BG2 w/ Bill Gurley and Brad Gerstner
Their own books, or books they discussed with the author. Not counted as recommendations.
“I love the title, Running Down a Dream. What's the thrust of the book? I remember, you know, kind of that lecture, but what really compelled you to write it?”
Why: I hope people love it. I hope it changes their lives for the better and what I really want to encourage is people to take a chance and do what they really love.
Runnin' Down a Dream by Bill Gurley
Guest on Bg2 PodAI Bubble, Stablecoin Boom, and Runnin' Down a Dream | BG2 w/ Bill Gurley and Brad Gerstner
Named without an opinion attached.
“As an aside, I just consumed Jonathan Haidt's book, Anxious Generation, where he talks about what he believes is some social harms caused by some of the apps on the internet ecosystem.”
The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt
Guest on Bg2 PodAI Bubble, Stablecoin Boom, and Runnin' Down a Dream | BG2 w/ Bill Gurley and Brad Gerstner