Running Down a Dream
Type: Book
As of November 2026, Running Down a Dream has been mentioned in 2 episodes across 2 podcasts, first heard Feb 2026 on Young and Profiting. The podcast episodes mention "Running Down a Dream" as a careers-focused book by Bill Gurley. In the Young and Profiting episode, the host discusses key lessons from the book, emphasizing concepts like curiosity-driven work and mentorship. In another episode, the host describes it as a must-read, highlighting its relevance in the context of Gurley's experiences in Silicon Valley.
"Runnin' Down a Dream" is a song co-written and recorded by Tom Petty. It was released in July 1989 as the second single from his first solo album Full Moon Fever. "Runnin' Down a Dream" achieved reasonable chart success, reaching number 23 both in Canada and on the US Billboard Hot 100 and the top of the Billboard Album Rock Tracks chart. It has since garnered significant airplay on classic rock stations, and lent its name to the 2007 documentary on Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers.
| Mentioned in | 2 episodes on 2 podcasts (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | Feb 2026 on Young and Profiting |
| Author | Kim E. Fritz |
| Published | 2016 |
| Publisher | CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform |
| ISBN | 9781539027287 |
What do podcasts say about Running Down a Dream?
2 quotes, recorded on Young and Profiting and Tommy Mello.
A careers book called Running Down a Dream.
Young and Profiting · · Hear itHe's coming out with a book that's a must read, Running Down a Dream.
Tommy Mello · · Hear it
How do different shows talk about Running Down a Dream?
2 shows discussed Running Down a Dream in these episodes.
- Tommy Mello — 1 episode
He's coming out with a book that's a must read, Running Down a Dream.
Silicon Valley Legend Bill Gurley on Backing Uber and Betting Big - Young and Profiting — 1 episode
A careers book called Running Down a Dream.
Bill Gurley: Why Your "Safe" Career Will Completely Destroy Your Future
Who talks about Running Down a Dream on podcasts?
Running Down a Dream came up; the most recent mention was Feb 2026 on Tommy Mello.
What is Running Down a Dream mentioned alongside?
Running Down a Dream is most often mentioned alongside Silicon Valley, Bert Beverage and Zillow.
Mentioned together: Silicon Valley, Bert Beverage, Zillow, Benchmark, Todd Gurley, Northwest Registered Agent, Career Conveyor Belt, Daniel Pink, Disney, curiosity