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Oliver Anthony

05/19/25

@ Lex Fridman

By establishing nonprofit venues, we can create spaces for music and community that are not influenced by corporate interests.

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Oliver Anthony: Country Music, Blue-Collar America, Fame, Money, and Pain | Lex Fridman Podcast #469

@ Lex Fridman

Oliver Anthony: Country Music, Blue-Collar America, Fame, Money, and Pain | Lex Fridman Podcast #469

05/19/25

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Oliver Anthony

05/19/25

@ Lex Fridman

I want to create new venues for musicians in small towns, allowing them to perform without corporate constraints and fostering community.

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Kate Courteau

02/24/15

@ Y Combinator

YC's nonprofit program has evolved, and we have learned that being surrounded by energetic for-profit startups is a significant advantage for nonprofit founders.

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Oliver Anthony

05/19/25

@ Lex Fridman

I want to perform in places that haven't had music in years because those communities represent America to me, showcasing diverse cultures and experiences.

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Troy Carter

03/23/23

@ Joe Lonsdale

I believe in empowering artists and giving them the tools to succeed independently, which is why I started Venice Music.

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Brian Chesky

12/01/15

@ Greylock

We realized that as a company promoting community living, we needed to foster positive relationships with cities rather than adopt a confrontational stance.

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Chris Williamson Cast

04/01/25

@ Chris Williamson

Many nonprofits lack effective feedback loops and often don't use funds wisely, so I prefer to invest in projects that create tangible value.

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Nate Blecharczyk

10/26/13

@ Y Combinator

This experience led us to decide to manage payments ourselves, not for profit, but to enhance the overall hospitality experience.

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Troy Carter

03/23/23

@ Joe Lonsdale

I started Venice Music to empower independent artists by allowing them to self-serve, release their own music, own their masters, and manage their royalties without needing a label.

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Juan Benet

07/01/17

@ Y Combinator

We can propagate rewards through open source, allowing people to invest their time in valuable projects instead of just money, leading to a new economic model.