rational founder
(formerly rational vc)
Think Freely. Build Independently.
Podcast exploring Timeless books you can apply to business and life — and a support network for those building on their own terms.
For solo founders, independents, and curious autodidacts — beyond VC hype, corporate life, and mimetic thinking. Building and living towards sovereignty.
Regularly ranked in the Top 50 podcasts across Business, Technology, and Investing.
'Rational Founder' is the new format: Lindy book learnings with Cyrus
(Previously 'Rational VC' under the old format)
We dealt with VC investors for years. There is a better way. Realistic. Independent.
Podcast: Rational Founder makes the most Timeless business content on the internet with a unique “conversational audiobook” format for free, pulling Big Ideas from books across disciplines — for the curious-minded seeking Worldly Wisdom.
The Support Network - Rational Founder Organisation (RFO):ONE-TIME PAYMENT, LIFETIME ACCESS.Pay once, member forever. No recurring fees.
Rational Notes - access repository of notes from each book.
Get feedback on your projects in our private chat.
Access to recorded classes (incl. "Everyone Can Get a Tech Job" to barbell your biz).
Member-only calls & meetups with other rational founders and curious autodidacts.
Accountability and connection with people who think like you.
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By Cyrus Yari© 2025 Rational Founder