Replit's CEO on Vibe Coding, Wealth Building, and What Most People Get Wrong About AI
Replit's CEO on Vibe Coding, Wealth Building, and What Most People Get Wrong About AI  
Podcast: The a16z Show
Published On: Wed Apr 15 2026
Description: Jack Neel speaks with Amjad Masad, CEO at Replit, about how AI is making it easier than ever to build and ship software without a technical background. They discuss Replit's rise from a browser-based coding tool to a platform generating $250 million in annual revenue, why Masad turned down a $1 billion acquisition offer, and his case for why AI represents empowerment rather than existential risk. This episode originally aired on The Jack Neel Podcast. Follow Amjad Masad on X: https://twitter.com/amasad  Follow Jack Neel on X: https://twitter.com/jackhneel Listen to Jack Neel: https://www.youtube.com/jackneel   Stay Updated:Find a16z on YouTube: YouTubeFind a16z on XFind a16z on LinkedInListen to the a16z Show on SpotifyListen to the a16z Show on Apple PodcastsFollow our host: https://twitter.com/eriktorenberg Please note that the content here is for informational purposes only; should NOT be taken as legal, business, tax, or investment advice or be used to evaluate any investment or security; and is not directed at any investors or potential investors in any a16z fund. a16z and its affiliates may maintain investments in the companies discussed. For more details please see a16z.com/disclosures. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.