In this episode of the Founders in LA podcast, we dive deep into the world of startups and startup building with Jason Sharp, the CEO, and co-founder of Umi. Umi is not your typical language learning app—it uses TV and movie clips to teach you languages in a fun and immersive way. Jason shares his journey of falling in love with language learning during his time in China and how he decided to create a unique language learning platform. Umi's approach is to connect learners to the culture, not just the language, through popular film and TV clips. Jason discusses the importance of feedback from users and how he swiftly responds to their needs and suggestions. He provides an depth behind-the-scenes look at how he's building Umi, reached profitability in less than a year, and challenges the idea of long term roadmaps for early stage startups. Discover how Umi is changing the way people learn languages and connect with different cultures in this engaging episode. If you've ever been frustrated with traditional language learning methods, this podcast is a must-listen. Join us as we explore the world of language, culture, and entrepreneurship with Jason Sharp and Umi.