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Every book Brendan Eich recommended on podcasts
Brendan Eich appeared on the Acquired podcast, where he offered deep insights into software architecture, the history of technology companies, and his extensive background with Netscape, Mozilla, and other initiatives. During his appearance, Eich utilized the show's carve-out segment to recommend two distinct titles. First, he recommended Michael Shellenberger's book San Fransicko. Eich noted that the book is well worth reading for individuals who, like himself, have lived in the Bay Area for a long time, observing that the current state of the region is far from positive. Second, Eich recommended the older and lesser-known work Dynamic Economics by Burton H. Klein. He praised Klein's exploration of how firms grow and start up, noting the specific focus on skunk-works projects. Through these recommendations, Eich pointed listeners toward sharp critiques of urban policy and underappreciated economic texts regarding corporate growth and innovation.
Books recommended by Brendan Eich
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Dynamic Economics
Dynamic Economics by Burton H.
Recommended“it's called dynamic economics by burton klein and you've never heard of burton klein burton klein looked at how firms grow and how they start sometimes the skunk works projects”
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San Fransicko
San Fransicko by Michael Shellenberger is a socio-political book that examines urban decay, homelessness, and the impact of progressive policies on major American cities like San Francisco.
Recommended“mike schellenberger san francisco is worth reading if you're from the bay area a long time like i've been because it ain't good”
Where to get it
Appearances
| Episode | Podcast | Date | Books |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Browser (with Brendan Eich, Chief Architect of Netscape + Mozilla and CEO of Brave) | Acquired | 2022-02-15 | 2 |
Other mentions (1: passing, ad reads, own books)
“robin the boy hostage frank miller put it in the dark knight returns”