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Erik Torenberg
Professional based in San Francisco
Erik Torenberg is a prominent figure in the tech industry and the founder of Turpentine, a network of podcasts, newsletters, and other media covering technology, business, and culture.1 Here are some key details about Erik Torenberg:
Professional Background
Erik Torenberg has a diverse background in the tech industry:
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Founder of Turpentine: He recently launched Turpentine, a media company focused on providing expert-driven content in various niches within the tech and business world.2
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Venture Capital: He is a partner at Village Global, a venture capital firm.3
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On Deck: Torenberg was the founder and chairman of On Deck, a platform for startup founders and professionals.3
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Product Hunt: He was the first employee at Product Hunt, a popular platform for discovering new products and startups.3
Turpentine
Turpentine is Torenberg's latest venture, described as:
- A network of podcasts, newsletters, and other media content1
- Focused on technology, business, and culture from the perspective of industry insiders and experts2
- Aiming to be "The Ringer or Barstool, for tech"2
The company's mission is to be the best place for experts to share their knowledge and help audiences gain an edge in their industries.1
Media Presence
Erik Torenberg is active in various media channels:
- Podcasting: He hosts several podcasts under the Turpentine network, including "Media Empires" where he interviews modern media founders and creators.2
- Social Media: He is active on Twitter (@eriktorenberg) and LinkedIn, where he shares insights and updates about his ventures.45
Current Focus
As of February 2024, Torenberg has decided to focus fully on Turpentine:
- He initially thought Turpentine would be one of several projects he would start and find CEOs for.
- However, due to the momentum Turpentine has gained, he has decided to go "all in" on this venture.56
Erik Torenberg's background in tech startups, venture capital, and media has positioned him well to lead Turpentine in its mission to create valuable, niche content for the tech and business world.
Highlights
@micsolana clear case of political retribution
It's striking how hypocritical democrat media messaging was this election: the party warning about prosecuting enemies was also the party engaged in lawfare, the party warning about misinformation was also the party of propaganda and censorship, the party warning of fascism was also the (emergent) fusion of media-tech-government.
