YC demo day valuation tensions, how VCs can find gems, Substack's performance & more | E1716

In this episode, Jason Calacanis discusses YC's demo day valuations, ways to avoid overpaying for startups, and Garry Tan's response to valuation complaints. He also shares tips for YC startups to approach VCs, reacts to a leaked law firm expectations list, and analyzes Substack's 2021 financials.

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Jason Calacanis

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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
13:56	Embroker - Use code TWIST to get an extra 10% off insurance
15:18	Garry Tan's response to demo day valuation complaints; Harry Stebbings and Garry Tan's back and forth on valuations/expectations
24:07	Linode - Apply to Linode's Rise program for a $500 credit and up to six figures in discounts
25:34	How startups that got accepted into YC can cold email top VCs to raise pre-demo day
29:29	Jason reacts to a law firm's leaked expectations list that went viral
36:13	QuickNode - Get one month free by using code TWIST
37:25	Reactions to the viral expectations list
41:59	Substack publishes 2021 gross revenue, net loss, and cash on hand and Jason breaks down the company's position

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