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Ashlee Vance

Ashlee Vance is a technology journalist and author focused on Silicon Valley, startups, and the commercial space industry. He is best known for the New York Times bestselling biography Elon Musk: Tesla, SpaceX, and the Quest for a Fantastic Future and for When the Heavens Went on Sale.

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Hi. I’m a writer, TV host and producer
-About
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When my wife received a cancer diagnosis recently, I did what any well-connected journalist+husband would do
-The Shape of a Modern Cancer Journey
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Rockets spew fire and produce tons of noise, which makes them cool and sexy, if you’re into fire and noise, which is to say, if you’re human
-Two Men, One Space Gun
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A few weeks ago, we went to visit Impulse Labs, which has produced the world’s most advanced and most ambitious cooktop
-Cooking Perfection with the World's Most Advanced Stove
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Dina Radenkovic has set out to reshape women’s health
-The Start-up Making IVF and Egg Freezing Faster and Less Awful
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Elon Musk called in the evening. Or at least my evening
-How a Dishwasher Engineer Challenged Elon Musk’s Grip on Commercial Space
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The utopian dream of the printers becoming a household appliance as ubiquitous as the personal computer has largely faded
-A 3D Printer Isn’t Cool. You Know What’s Cool? A 3D-Printing Factory
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Over the past few months, OpenAI has vacuumed an incredible amount of data into its artificial intelligence language systems
-Trillions of Words Analyzed, OpenAI Sets Loose AI Language Colossus

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Books Recommended by Elon Musk
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Books Recommended by Elon Musk

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Success Blueprint for Entrepreneurs Inspired by Elon Musk
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Success Blueprint for Entrepreneurs Inspired by Elon Musk

Explore the books that every ambitious entrepreneur needs on their shelf. Learn to think big, decide smart, and build greatness.

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Explore Tech, Memoirs & Innovation

Explore Tech, Memoirs & Innovation

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Explore Tech, Memoirs & Innovation

This plan bridges the gap between technical literacy and the human stories behind world-changing companies. It is ideal for aspiring entrepreneurs and curious professionals who want to master innovation frameworks while understanding the future of AI.

3 h 50 m5 章节
Bio, Memoir, Neuroscience & Tech Explorer

Bio, Memoir, Neuroscience & Tech Explorer

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Bio, Memoir, Neuroscience & Tech Explorer

This plan bridges the gap between human experience and scientific advancement, offering a unique look at how personal stories and neural architecture shape our world. It is ideal for curious minds, tech professionals, and lifelong learners eager to understand the future of the mind and machine.

2 h 29 m4 章节
Musk, Zuckerberg & Coach: Master Delivery

Musk, Zuckerberg & Coach: Master Delivery

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Musk, Zuckerberg & Coach: Master Delivery

This plan distills the high-stakes communication strategies used by world-class tech leaders into actionable leadership skills. It is designed for aspiring executives and managers who need to command authority, influence stakeholders, and coach their teams toward peak performance.

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Jensen Huang's Must-Reads for Disruptors
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Jensen Huang's Must-Reads for Disruptors

NVIDIA CEO's favorite books to master innovation, leadership, and exponential growth.

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Tech, Investing & Economics Insights

Tech, Investing & Economics Insights

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Tech, Investing & Economics Insights

In an era where technology drives the global economy, understanding the synergy between code, capital, and markets is essential. This plan is designed for professionals and curious minds looking to bridge the gap between technical innovation and financial literacy.

2 h 48 m4 章节
Venture capital pro in 90 days

Venture capital pro in 90 days

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Venture capital pro in 90 days

Venture capital is one of the most influential yet opaque industries in business, driving innovation and creating enormous wealth. This learning plan demystifies the VC world for aspiring investors, entrepreneurs seeking funding, or professionals looking to transition into venture capital. Whether you're an angel investor, startup operator, or finance professional, mastering these skills opens doors to high-stakes deal-making and portfolio management.

2 h 53 m4 章节

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"Ashlee Vance's new book is a tremendous look into arguably the world's most important entrepreneur"

The Washington Post

"Through incisive reporting and colorful prose, Ashlee Vance takes us on a thrilling ride to the outer limits of human achievement"

Sheelah Kolhatkar

"Ashlee Vance's portrait of Elon Musk at mid-life is an essential read"

Financial Times

"Ashlee Vance writes about a new kind of space race marked by private companies launching rockets and putting a massive number of satellites into orbit"

Associated Press

"Ashlee Vance's stellar biography captures Musk's remarkable life story and irrepressible spirit"

Richard Branson

"A new biography by journalist Ashlee Vance provides a wealth of insights about how this tech titan operates"

Forbes

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