Thrilled to have @lloydblankfein join me on the @a16z podcast. Lloyd is arguably one of the most effective and resilient leaders Wall Street has ever produced. Having joined @GoldmanSachs in 1981 and rising to Chairman & CEO from 2006–2018, he skillfully guided the firm through the 2008 financial crisis—transforming it into a bank holding company and positioning it as a dominant global powerhouse while many competitors faltered. This was a particularly fun and wide ranging conversation as Lloyd shares his story of growing up in the projects in Brooklyn, getting into Harvard, joining Goldman via acquisition of J.Aron and rising through the organization as a creative trader and risk manager. We touch on the opportunities and risks he sees in AI and what young people should do to build a successful career. Hope you enjoy this conversation with Lloyd!