The Grittiest Conversations of 2025: AI, Business & Beyond

Grit by Kleiner Perkins

Dec 29, 202541:01Business

In this recap episode, we highlight the best moments from our 2025 interviews and reflect on the ideas that defined the year. Featuring: David Rubenstein (co-founder of Carlyle) Yamini Rangan (CEO of HubSpot) Ben Chestnu...

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