Harvard business cases, hot takes, and a little chaos. We breakdown big business decisions—and say what we would’ve done instead. Smart, funny, and a bit unhinged. No MBA needed. <br/><br/><a href="https://monkeybizz.substack.com/s/monkey-business?utm_medium=podcast">monkeybizz.substack.com</a>
Monkey Business
Claim This Podcastby Mirah Xu & Ale Eguren
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Harvard business cases, hot takes, and a little chaos. We breakdown big business decisions—and say what we would’ve done instead. Smart, funny, and a bit unhinged. No MBA needed. <br/><br/><a href="https://monkeybizz.substack.com/s/monkey-business?utm_medium=podcast">monkeybizz.substack.com</a>
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Recent Episodes
September 1, 2025
Ep7. Duolingo: How long can the streak go on?
<p>In this episode, we discuss the evolution of Duolingo, its integration of AI, and the impact of gamification on user engagement. We uncover why Ale LOVES Duolingo and explore why Mirah may not be such a big fan. We look at the balance between learning, user metrics, and the company's revenue model. We ask if Duolingo should develop it’s AI model in house or partner externally? </p><p>We will also cover the competitive landscape, future directions for Duolingo, and take some interesting insights into the financial valuation of Duolingo - it is truly a stand out! But might that spell bad news?</p><p><strong>Sound Bites</strong></p><p>"I am a big, big fan of Duolingo."</p><p>"Duolingo is going to be AI first."</p><p>"Duolingo is in a category of its own!"</p><p><strong>Takeaways</strong></p><p>* Duolingo is evolving with AI integration.</p><p>* Gamification is a key factor in user engagement.</p><p>* User metrics are essential for measuring learning outcomes.</p><p>* AI features enhance user experience but must maintain quality.</p><p>* In-house AI development may be beneficial for Duolingo.</p><p>* Duolingo is unique in its success amongst adult language learning.</p><p>* Expanding beyond language learning could dilute the brand.</p><p>* Valuation insights reveal Duolingo's strong but precarious market position.</p><p><strong>Chapters</strong></p><p>00:00 Introduction to Duolingo and Its Evolution</p><p>01:54 Gamification and User Engagement</p><p>05:41 The Role of AI in Language Learning</p><p>10:21 Future Directions for Duolingo</p><p>16:48 Rethinking Business Dependencies</p><p>20:42 Expanding Beyond Language Learning</p><p>24:35 Evaluating Duolingo's Market Position</p><p>28:35 Duolingo's Unique Value Proposition</p><p><strong>Keywords</strong></p><p>Duolingo, AI, language learning, gamification, user engagement, education technology, market analysis, app development, user metrics, financial insights</p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://monkeybizz.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1">monkeybizz.substack.com</a>
August 14, 2025
Ep.6 Leadership Lessons and AI
<p>In this episode, we share personal updates, including a recent trip to New York and the emotional journey of dealing with the loss of a beloved pet. We discuss the importance of leadership and management styles, emphasizing the need for emotional intelligence and understanding the 'why' behind decisions. We then shift into the role of AI in business, exploring its potential to enhance productivity and decision-making while also addressing concerns about job displacement.</p><p><strong>Sound Bites</strong></p><p>"This is Mochi. Yes, so cute!”</p><p>"The higher up you go, the harder it is to discern what is truly going on."</p><p>"I think effective managers help guide their teams through emotional challenges."</p><p>"We ended up generating Mr. Ick, an AI image of all the icks put together."</p><p><strong>Takeaways</strong></p><p>* Mochi is a new addition to the family.</p><p>* July was a busy month filled with ups and downs.</p><p>* The trip to New York was quick but memorable.</p><p>* Dealing with the loss of a pet is challenging.</p><p>* Feedback is crucial for effective management.</p><p>* AI can enhance productivity, but should be used thoughtfully.</p><p>* Creating a safe environment is essential for team dynamics.</p><p>* Understanding the 'why' behind decisions fosters better leadership.</p><p></p><p><strong>Chapters</strong></p><p>00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates</p><p>05:43 Reflections on Leadership and Management</p><p>15:16 The Role of AI in Business and Society</p><p><strong>Key Words</strong></p><p>personal updates, leadership, AI, management, emotional intelligence, dealing with loss, new beginnings, workplace dynamics, technology, business insights</p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://monkeybizz.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1">monkeybizz.substack.com</a>
July 10, 2025
Ep.5 Adobe: To Gen AI or Not
<p>Adobe, as a company with a large portion of its customer base being creatives, has a unique position and questions facing it - how can it integrate AI without alienating its customers? In this episode, we explore the evolution of Adobe, from conception to March 2022, and reflect on the importance of research and development.</p><p>Sound Bites</p><p>"How do we use GenAI?"</p><p>"General AI is nothing new."</p><p>"Adobe started in 1982."</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><p>* Adobe's journey reflects the evolution of technology and creativity.</p><p>* The shift to a subscription model was crucial for Adobe's financial stability.</p><p>* GenAI presents both opportunities and ethical challenges for artists.</p><p>* Adobe's acquisition strategy has historically strengthened its market position.</p><p>* AI integration in Adobe tools enhances user experience and creativity.</p><p>* The importance of internal research and development in tech companies.</p><p>* Gavin Miller's vision for AI at Adobe was pivotal for its strategy.</p><p>* The competitive landscape for Adobe includes emerging AI tools and platforms.</p><p>* Ethical considerations in AI art generation are increasingly relevant.</p><p>* Adobe's future success hinges on its ability to innovate and adapt.</p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00<strong> </strong>Introduction and Technical Challenges</p><p>09:08<strong> </strong>AI Development and Adobe's Innovations</p><p>12:38<strong> </strong>The Role of Ethics in AI</p><p>16:22<strong> </strong>The Future of AI and Adobe's Strategy</p><p>23:52 AI in Image Generation</p><p>25:32 Adobe's Struggles and Market Positioning</p><p>27:22 Ethical Concerns in AI Art Creation</p><p>29:04<strong> </strong>Adobe's Strategic Choices: Partner, Acquire, or Develop?</p><p>35:57<strong> </strong>Adobe's Unique Position and Future Prospects</p><p>42:01 The Impact of Generative AI on Creativity</p><p></p><p>Keywords</p><p>Adobe, AI, Generative AI, Subscription Model, Ethics, Digital Media, Technology, Innovation, Creative Tools, Business Strategy</p><p></p><p>Facts</p><p>* Gupta, Sunil, Rajiv Lal, and Allison Ciechanover. <a target="_blank" href="http://hbr.org/product/Adobe--GenAI-Opportunity-/an/525052-PDF-ENG">"Adobe: GenAI Opportunity or Threat?"</a> Harvard Business School Case 525-052, April 2025.</p><p>* <a target="_blank" href="https://www.technologyreview.com/2021/01/05/1015754/avocado-armchair-future-ai-openai-deep-learning-nlp-gpt3-computer-vision-common-sense/">This Avocado Armchair Could be the Future of AI - Will Douglas Heaven</a></p><p>* <a target="_blank" href="https://arxiv.org/abs/1406.2661">Goodfellow, I. et al., 2014. Generative adversarial nets. In </a><a target="_blank" href="https://arxiv.org/abs/1406.2661">Advances in neural information processing systems</a><a target="_blank" href="https://arxiv.org/abs/1406.2661">. pp. 2672–2680. </a></p><p>* <a target="_blank" href="https://www.katevassgalerie.com/blog/harold-cohen-aaron-computer-art">Harold Cohen: ‘Once upon a time there was an entity named Aaron’</a></p><p>* <a target="_blank" href="https://www.nytimes.com/2022/09/02/technology/ai-artificial-intelligence-artists.html">AI-Generated Art Won a Prize. Artists Aren't Happy.</a></p><p>* Vaswani, Ashish, et al. "Attention Is All You Need." ArXiv, 2017, <a target="_blank" href="https://arxiv.org/abs/1706.03762">https://arxiv.org/abs/1706.03762</a>. Accessed 10 Jul. 2025.</p><p>* <a target="_blank" href="https://www.britannica.com/biography/John-McCarthy">John McCarthy - American mathematician and computer scientist</a></p><p>* <a target="_blank" href="https://spectrum.ieee.org/xerox-parc">Xerox Parc’s Engineers on How They Invented the Future</a></p><p></p><p></p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://monkeybizz.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1">monkeybizz.substack.com</a>
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