logo
episode-header-image
Mar 2024
15m 12s

Rapid Fire with Jason & David

37signals
About this episode
Kimberly is switching things up this week and taking a more casual approach with the co-founders of 37signals, Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson, asking them a series of rapid fire questions. Jason, for example, reveals the book that granted them permission to forge their unique path, while David shares the profound advice from Jeff Bezos about invest ... Show More
Up next
Jul 1
AI Challenges in Software Development
AI didn't just speed up the development of Basecamp 5, it changed how it was built. This week, Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson break down how much of a role AI played in building their latest product, where it shines, and how 37signals had to adjust its process to keep t ... Show More
32m 3s
Jun 24
Launch Details and Decisions
Basecamp 5 is out in the world! In this episode, Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson sit down with host Kimberly Rhodes to talk about some of the details of the launch and the big decisions that went into it. They discuss what went smoothly, what only a live rollout could re ... Show More
31m 22s
May 13
Clearing the decks for launch
With the launch of Basecamp 5 approaching, 37signals co-founders Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson discuss what happens inside their company when it enters “launch mode.” They talk about temporarily shifting priorities, the difference between routine operations and launch ... Show More
28m 43s
Recommended Episodes
Mar 2022
Rethinking Repair: Jason Fried
How do you get through a trust crisis? In this episode of Rethink Moments, Rachel is joined by Basecamp CEO Jason Fried one year on from his explosive memo that almost destroyed his business. In a rare public conversation about this highly controversial moment, Jason reveals what ... Show More
35m 52s
Feb 2024
The Mindset Behind Successful Entrepreneurs
<p>Today&#39;s episode of the GaryVee Audio Experience is an awesome interview I had with the editor-in-chief of Entrepreneur Magazine, podcast host, and author of “Build for Tomorrow” Jason Feifer! We discuss the early days of Jason’s career, the inside scoop on his new book, ho ... Show More
26m 45s
Apr 2022
184 - Taking Risks — with Jason Fried
Jason Fried is the founder and CEO of Basecamp. Once a web design firm (and operating under the name 37Signals), Basecamp unintentionally pivoted into building software with their namesake product. They also created the email app HEY, a fresh take on an old idea. As you can imagi ... Show More
1h 20m
May 2022
Turning a Problem into an Opportunity
As a business leader, how do you think about a recession, and what’s your approach? Hint: It’s not the strongest that will survive, but the ones who respond best to change. Kipp and Kieran give tangible advice on what will make or break your business in the next 24 months, compan ... Show More
20m 53s
Sep 2022
Ask Jason + LAUNCH founder interviews + OK Boomer with Andrew Yeung | E1551
<p>Friday Variety Show! First up, Jason answers a bunch of listener questions. (1:16) Then, Molly interview two amazing LAUNCH portfolio founders building marketplace businesses! (21:09) To wrap the show, Producer Rachel is back with another edition of OK Boomer (42:04)</p> <p>(0 ... Show More
1h 1m
Jan 2023
The Best Way To Prepare Your Business For 2023
<p>Jason Feifer is the editor-in-chief of <i>Entrepreneur</i> magazine and host of two popular podcasts, <i>Build for Tomorrow</i> and <i>Problem Solvers</i>. He stops by to talk about some of the big business trends founders need to be aware of in 2023, and how companies can wor ... Show More
33m 15s
Jul 2025
3 More Questions (Mike Cessario) with David Novak and Koula Callahan
On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: What do you think about edginess in branding and reframing edginess as entertainment? What advice do you have for leaders trying to build momentum for a brand just starting out? What can leaders of larger ... Show More
12m 37s
Jan 2020
E1017: Open Office Hours LIVE! Jason helps founders with their biggest challenges: scaling as a solo founder, reducing churn, raising capital in a heavily regulated field, pivoting from one-time payments to SaaS & more @ WSGR
0:46 Mehak from OnDelta (ISA School for Growth Hacking/Marketing) asks Jason best practices on scaling her business as a solo founder<br /> 10:18 Ketan from HireClub (Career coaching SaaS) asks Jason about transitioning his business to help with natural churn<br /> 20:59 Benjam ... Show More
1h 3m
Jun 2021
Why It's Important To Break Out of Your Comfort Zone and Listen To The Market | Prizeout Founder David Metz
<p>Today's episode is an interview is part of a new blitz podcast series where I do 15 minute rapid fire interviews with awesome entrepreneurs. In this episode we interview David Metz, who is the Co-Founder and CEO of his company "Prizeout". We discuss the best business advice Da ... Show More
17m 45s