Published Aug 21, 2020

E1099: Basecamp's Jason Fried on building Hey, making email exciting again, Hey vs. Apple & more

Basecamp's Jason Fried delves into the creation of Hey.com, a revolutionary email service that prioritizes innovation and privacy, shares expert insights on remote work dynamics, and critiques Apple's App Store policies, highlighting the challenges faced by developers in navigating its restrictive environment.

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E1099: Basecamp's Jason Fried on building Hey, making email exciting again, Hey vs. Apple & more

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Privacy and Innovation

Taking Control of Email

Embracing Remote Work

Modern Furniture Obsession

Apple's App Store Challenges

The Email Tracking Debate

Reviving Email

Apple's Impact on Independent Businesses

Apple's App Store Control

Building Relationships Remotely

Google's Bad Behavior

Marketing Strategy Insights

Apple's Control

The Future of Base Camp

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Email Innovation

Remote Work

Apple's App Store

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Email InnovationJason Fried, co-founder of Basecamp, discusses the creation of Hey.com, an innovative email service designed to revitalize email communication. He highlights unique features and privacy-focused approaches that set Hey.com apart from traditional email providers.

Email Innovation

Remote WorkJason Fried shares insights on effectively managing remote-first companies and building team culture. He discusses the importance of treating remote work as a unique platform and fostering connections among team members.

Remote Work

Apple's App StoreThe discussion shifts to Apple's control over its App Store and the implications for developers and businesses. Jason Fried and Jason Calacanis explore the challenges posed by Apple's policies, including anti-competitive behavior and its impact on small businesses.

Apple's App Store

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