Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian opens up about his deepest concern: the state of young men online – and why it worries him more than AI. In this conversation, he shares powerful insights about building resilience while leading Reddit, finding love with Serena Williams, and his mission to redefine success for the next generation through conscious parenting and meaningful entrepreneurship.
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In this interview, we discuss:
00:00 Intro
00:40 The Human Mind’s Deep Need for Community
02:59 The Challenges of Moderating Online Communities
05:26 Raising Kids to Navigate the Internet Safely
10:13 Why AI Can’t Replace Human Empathy
17:28 The Power of Optimism in Uncertain Times
21:42 Drawing Ethical Lines in Content Moderation
29:52 Saying No to Risky and Irresponsible Startups
33:05 The Key Milestones Behind Reddit’s Success
35:05 A Family’s Journey of Resilience and Survival
41:46 Coping with Family Tragedy While Moving Forward
52:27 The Joy of Seeing Hard Work Pay Off
01:00:15 Lessons Learned Through Loss and Reflection
01:12:45 Building Greatness with a Strong Partnership
01:19:19 Choosing the Right Partner for Life and Growth
01:27:23 Teaching Kids to Embrace Failure and Grow
01:35:27 Alexis on Final Five
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