Brian Chesky
2 statements across 2 episodes · 1 bullish · 1 bearish · 2 people on the record · first statement Oct 27, 2025 by Alfred Lin · said 31 times in 8 episodes since 2024 · across every show →
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2026 3 mentions in 3 episodes 1 per episode
2025 27 mentions in 4 episodes 7 per episode
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Oct 27, 2025 positive
Brian Chesky was a great storyteller but needed early operational help
“Brian Chesky doesn't need to be told how to tell a story. He's such a great storyteller. But, you know, international expansion, sort of setting up operations. He may need more help on recruiting, what to look for, et cetera, in the early days.”
Jun 23, 2026 negative
Pincus: Advised Brian Chesky against celebrity chef Airbnb Experiences
“At one point, Airbnb, when they were launching experiences had, their original idea was that you'd have, like, Michael Minna come cook in your home, and all these amazing experiences, and I said to Brian Chesky, you know, I don't want Michael Minna, with all d…”