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The Beat: Austin's tech and startup podcast
Stay on top of Austin’s booming startup and tech scene with The Beat podcast.
Host Brent Wistrom, editor of Austin Inno and The Beat, leverages his deep local roots and connections in the Austin startup and tech scene to bring you the top stories and conversations around who’s innovating, funding and launching new ventures. Each month, we’ll bring you insightful and fun conversations with local founders and investors, as well as a download on the city’s top tech news and what we’re hearing on the street.
Listen to new episodes every Thursday and subscribe to the Beat podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.
The Beat: Austin's tech and startup podcast
Xebec's Alex Levine on navigating huge tariff bills
Xebec co-founder Alex Levine tells the detailed story of how his company navigated an ever-changing set of tariffs on products being shipped from China. The startup, which makes laptop monitors and other computer hardware, was able to beat the clock on the steepest trade bills. But the unexpected expenses are having a ripple effect.
Get the full story, as well as an update on the top Austin tech news of the month in our latest episode!