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episode 49: Episode 49: The Stitch Fix IPO


Ben and David dive into the most talked-about tech IPO of 4Q 2017: Stitch Fix. After downsizing the offering and pricing below the range, does this signal a warning that public markets won’t value high-flying silicon valley “disruptors” as high as VCs hope? Or is this a textbook example of a great return for a disciplined management team and well-run company? Most importantly, what happens next? Tune in for our heroes’ take.

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 December 4, 2017  1h16m
 
 

episode 50: Episode 50: Apple - Beats


Acquired crosses the half-century mark with an instant classic: Apple’s 2014 purchase of Beats, its largest acquisition ever. If you knew Beats as just another headphone company, think again—the history on this one will keep your heads ringin’.

Sponsors:
NetSuite: https://bit.ly/acquirednetsuite
Crusoe: https://bit.ly/acquiredcrusoe
Vanta: https://bit.ly/acquiredvanta


Carve Outs: * Ben: HQ * David: Wooden on Leadership


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 December 11, 2017  1h18m
 
 

episode 51: Episode 51: 2017 Holiday Special


Acquired cozies up to the fire and looks back on the year in tech. How wildly off were we on last year’s predictions? What does the next year have in store? Most importantly, what price will Bitcoin be trading at in December 2018??? Pour yourself a glass of your favorite holiday beverage and kick back with us.

Sponsors:
Pilot: https://bit.ly/acquiredpilot24
Statsig: https://bit.ly/acquiredstatsig24
Crusoe: https://bit...


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 December 18, 2017  1h21m