How has Airbnb changed since its inception 10 years ago? And how does the site impact cities like NYC? Hostfully’s Glenn Carter joins Jasper to discuss the new Wachsmuth study and other headlines, including the VC fund that is backing former employees, an inclusive new hire at Airbnb, and GM’s expanded car sharing platform.
EP207: This Week in the World of Airbnb
Melbourne is joining the growing list of cities introducing regulations around short-term rentals, but the...
EP205: This Week in the World of Airbnb
If you’ve ever used Smart Pricing, you know that the tool tends toward the lowest prices—favoring guests over hosts in...
EP178: This Week in the World of Airbnb
Friends, foes and IPOs dominated Airbnb news this week. The company’s agreement with the city of Barcelona made...
EP176: This Week in the World of Airbnb
The hotel lobby has crossed a line this week with an ominous ad linking Airbnb to terrorism. Airbnb spokesperson Peter...
EP164: This Week in the World of Airbnb
Can Airbnb have its cake and eat it too? With the company’s efforts to professionalize and provide guests with...
EP152: This Week in the World of Airbnb
As Airbnb hosts, we know that a well-written, conversational profile goes a long way in landing guests. But now there...
EP148: This Week in the World of Airbnb
Conventional wisdom tells us to ‘expect the unexpected,’ and Airbnb news certainly delivered this week, most notably...
EP146: This Week in the World of Airbnb
You’ve got to keep ‘em regulated.This seems to be the hotel industry’s sentiment toward Airbnb, as revealed in...
EP118: The World of Airbnb – Week 2
With the astonishing growth of Airbnb there is almost a constant supply of news and updates to discuss. That’s why...