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The $300 Million Exit That’s Funding Humanity’s Future with Bryan Johnson
Moneywise14 January 2025·46 minutes
Most people think Bryan Johnson just wants to live forever.
They’re wrong.
Bryan’s real goal is to leave a legacy that will last centuries.
In this episode, we uncover the extraordinary vision of Bryan Johnson, an entrepreneur driven by the audacious mission to earn the respect of people living in the year 2500.
Bryan isn’t just the man who sold Braintree (the parent company of Venmo) for $300 million—he’s an innovator investing every resource he has into shaping humanity’s future. From building a brain-interface company to launching Blueprint, a scientific health initiative, Bryan’s focus isn’t on today’s accolades. It’s on creating a legacy that will stand the test of time.
In this episode:
- Discover how Bryan’s financial success stemmed from his quest for eternal relevance.
- Learn how he allocates his wealth, including the risks he’s taken and the investments he regrets.
- Hear about his frugal lifestyle, his thoughts on the true purpose of money, and why his mission shapes every financial decision he makes.
This is Moneywise, a podcast where host Sam Parr is joined by high-net-worth guests to explore exclusive insights into personal finance and lifestyle tailored for other high-net-worth people, or those on their way. They'll get radically transparent about the numbers, revealing things like their burn rates, portfolios, and spending habits.
Who is Sam Parr?
Sam is a serial entrepreneur and the co-founder of The Hustle, which he sold to HubSpot in 2021. He's also the co-host of one of the world's top podcasts for entrepreneurs, My First Million. Known for his insightful business acumen and candid communication style, Sam Parr continues to be a prominent figure in the world of media and entrepreneurship. Sam's newest and biggest venture yet is Hampton, which he co-founded in 2022.
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This podcast was made for the Hampton community, a private, highly-vetted, peer membership community for founders and CEOs of fast-growing, tech-enabled startups.
Chapters:
The Genesis of Braintree and Its Success (02:19)
Brian's Post-Exit Life and Investments (06:48)
The Quest for a Lasting Legacy (13:13)
Reflections on Time, Legacy, and Impact (18:23)
The 'Don't Die' Philosophy (24:28)
Financial Priorities and Frugality (26:02)
Blueprint and Health Achievements (27:20)
Reflections on Investments (29:45)
Historical Inspirations and Philosophies (35:46)
Final Thoughts and Legacy (41:01)
This podcast was produced in partnership with Lower Street and distributed by Morning Brew.