All-In E60: The 2021 Bestie Awards PLUS Jack Dorsey starts the Web3 Wars

Key Discussion Points:

Web3 Discussion

• Early discussion focused on Jack Dorsey's recent criticism of Web3 and tensions with crypto VCs
• Chamath suggested having Jack on the podcast to discuss his views on blockchain and democratization of finance
• Sacks questioned Jack's stance on censorship resistance given Twitter's past content moderation decisions

Politics Awards

• Biggest Winner: Multiple picks including:
  • Eric Adams (Sacks' pick) for winning NYC mayoral race with anti-woke platform
  • Glenn Youngkin (Chamath's pick) for Virginia governor victory with centrist campaign
  • Joe Manchin (Jason's pick) for wielding power over Build Back Better legislation
• Biggest Loser:
  • Elizabeth Warren (criticized for ineffective policies)
  • Progressive left and alt-right (seen as losing influence)
  • Kamala Harris (struggling with low approval ratings)

Business & Technology

• Best CEO:

  • Satya Nadella (Microsoft)
  • Brian Armstrong (Coinbase)
  • Frank Slootman (Snowflake)

• Most Loathsome Company:

  • PG&E (charged with felonies related to wildfires)
  • Meta/Facebook
  • New York Times

• Best New Technology:

  • DAOs (decentralized autonomous organizations)
  • Human space travel achievements
  • Starlink's global internet coverage

Personal Moments

• The hosts revealed there had been significant behind-the-scenes tensions between some members during the year
• Emotional moment where they expressed gratitude for their friendship and podcast success
• Discussion of upcoming All-In Summit planned for Miami in May 2022

The episode showcased both the hosts' analysis of major 2021 trends and their personal dynamics, with moments of both tension and appreciation throughout the discussion.