TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn Show

In this episode, we discuss Personal Holding Companies (PHCs) that center on your personal interests, passions, and lifestyle. Yong-Soo shares his experiences and provides practical advice on how anyone can take a similar path. We also cover trends like AI and the development of healthy habits. The main takeaway from this discussion is that aligning your personal and business interests is very pos...

I chat with Henrik Werdelin (co-founder of Barkbox) about pursuing interests rather than goals for starting companies, based on the idea of open-endedness. We also talk about how Henrik using AI to crystalize his ideas, longevity protocols, and his 8+1 framework for life planning. GUEST Henrik Werdelin is an entrepreneur and author best known for co-founding Bark / Barkbox (NYSE Listed $BARK). As...

I was curious about buying software-based businesses so I reached out to Justin Duke who started Third South Capital. We talk about his journey from working at Stripe to starting his own company to acquiring five software companies. GUEST Justin Duke runs Buttondown and invests at Third South Capital . Before that, he spent four years at Stripe building data products. Here's his article on buying...

I chat with Kevin Lee, Founder of immi, discussing everything from healthy ramen to productivity in both business and personal life. We delve deep in Kevin's journey of creating a low carb, high protein ramen, addressing health concerns within Asian communities, and personal productivity processes. GUEST Kevin Lee is a co-founder of immi, which invented the world's first low carb, high protein, an...

Let's talk about startup fundraising. Why are startups so hard? What's the game that you play when you raise from a VC? What I would do if I were to start a company today? CONNECT Watch on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Michael’s newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Michael⁠⁠⁠ CHAPTERS 00:00 - Intro 00:48 - Why Startups are Hard 04:45 - The VC Game 09:55 - The One and Done Round...

I chat with Myles Snider on finding your purpose or ikigai. We also explore his unique approach to cooking instruction that focuses on principles rather than recipes. We also talk about seed oils, ways to detoxify your kitchen, and why you shouldn't use plastic cutting boards. We end the show brainstorming a business idea around creating a healthier American burger joint. GUEST Myles Snider runs a...

I wrote my most viral tweet about the trend of friends moving next door to each other. In the tweet, I explore why I think this idea went viral, why more people aren't doing it, and different models of how you can live near your friends. CHAPTERS 00:00 - Introduction 02:11 - Impact on Happiness 03:24 - Challenges 06:36 - Different Models 10:06 - My Thoughts 12:09 - Why Don't More People Do This? C...

Rather than just setting goals, I’m trying something new this year around building a system. It's called System10: • One keystone habit per month • Each month builds on top of the previous one • Add 10 new habits and routines into my personal OS I discovered this approach when I stopped drinking alcohol. It had such a positive ripple effect in so many others areas of my life. Goal now is to incorp...

I review my year where I took sabbatical, quit drinking alcohol, and share my biggest unexpected surprise. I also share some important lessons that anyone can apply in their own lives, including collecting memory dividends. 00:00 - Introduction 03:37 - The Decade Goal 06:53 - Wisest Decision 08:06 - Lessons Learned 14:26 - 2024

Kane Kallway is a content creator who has reached 1B views in less than a year. We thought it would be fun to do a "dual coaching" episode where we talk through challenges of building a personal holding company. I helped him think through monetization and he helped me think through content strategy. This episode is packed with the nitty gritty of what it's like to build a company. GUEST Instagram:...

Episode #8: In this special edition of the show, we host our very first live episode with Safwaan Kay. We talk about what 20 year olds in SF and what 40 year olds are into right now. CHAPTERS 00:00 - Introduction 01:23 - AI Friends 11:32 - Longevity Clinics 26:12 - Choosing Where to Live CONNECT Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠Michael’s newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ Watch on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Michael⁠⁠

Episode #7: In this episode, we dive into the life and lessons of 'Hector', a software engineer who accumulated a net worth over $125 million after his company went public in the 2010s. By summarizing a series of Hector's Reddit posts, we distill five key life lessons from his experiences. CHAPTERS 00:00 - Introduction 00:33 - Background 01:59 - Lesson 1: Luck 03:37 - Lesson 2: Investment 04:56 -...

Episode #6: In this interview, Erik Myers takes us through his journey from experiencing homelessness to building a multi-million dollar sports card collection. He reveals how his past experiences, resilience, and mindset have shaped his success. He shares valuable life lessons and emphasizes the importance of continuous learning, self-belief, and service to others. CHAPTERS 00:00 - Introduction 0...

Episode #5: Every month, I write a newsletter called Tings. It consists of 20 bulleted points on random ideas. In this episode, I decided to provide some commentary behind each point. Here's the AI-written description: "A new episode of The Karnjanaprakorn Show where the host explores his latest newsletter. He shares thoughts on a variety of topics, and gives some backstory and commentary about wh...

Episode #4: We talk about “protocol daddies” like Andrew Huberman, explore the archetype for the right male role model, and how emotional intelligence fits into that. GUEST Johnny Bowman is the co-lead the Brooklyn Chapter of All Kings, a men's group focused on supporting formerly incarcerated men. CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro 01:53 Physical Health 11:03 Protocol Daddies 25:00 Men’s Groups 41:45 Creating...

Episode #3: I asked AI to write this episode’s description. Here it is! “My journey grappling with societal labels and feeling pigeonholed into certain roles due to these labels. I stress the importance of not allowing societal labels to dictate who you are, embracing your creative side, and carving out your own unique path. I use the analogy of the 'Second Mountain' to explain my shift from focus...

Episode #2: I chat with Ryan Vaughn about midlife transitions, letting go of externally created identities, and the role of psychedelics in self-discovery. GUEST Ryan Vaughn is a founder/executive coach at ⁠Inside Out Leadership CHAPTERS 00:00 - Introduction 01:27 - Motivation 02:52 - Midlife Transition 03:45 - Identity Shifts 11:32 - Phases 15:34 - Transitions 20:39 - Ego 24:09 - Psychedelics 36:...

Episode #1: Over the past 365 days, I've been on a sabbatical. Intentionally doing absolutely nothing. That was really hard for me. But taking time off to do nothing was also one of the best things I ever did. I reflect on the year and talk about reprioritizing my life and going through an identity shift. 00:00 Intro 04:32 Five Regrets of the Dying 05:41 Second Mountain 09:49 The Karnjanaprakorn S...