#18 Todd Bishop and John Cook

Todd Bishop and John Cook both found their careers as journalists very early on. They originally met at the Seattle PI and went on to start the PSBJ TechFlash website together before starting GeekWire in 2011. Today, GeekWire receives millions of monthly page views and hosts several signature events that bring the community together each year. Their platform is the go-to source for technology news, with strong roots in the Seattle region. During this episode, Shauna has a free-flowing, fun conversation with Todd and John. She digs into their upbringings, struggles, and thoughts on the evolution of reporting. These two share how their differences complement each other and have been what’s allowed them to build this successful news empire. You’ll get the inside scoop on the GeekWire name, their favorite events of the ones they host, hopes for the future of their company, and much more. The dynamic of these co-founders will have you laughing while inspiring you at the same time.