Explore every episode of the podcast The Startup Ideas Podcast
| Title | Pub. Date | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Build profitable iOS Apps Using Just Cursor + Claude (Full Tutorial) | 28 Apr 2025 | ||
Join me as I chat with Chris Raroque, who demonstrates how to use AI tools to build sophisticated mobile apps as a solo developer. Chris walks through adding an AI chat feature to his budgeting app, showing his workflow with Cursor and Claude 3.7. He explains how to implement function calling to create an intelligent agent that can access transaction data and answer questions about spending patterns.
Timestamps:
• 00:00 - Introduction to Chris Raroque and his portfolio of apps
• 02:32 - Overview of Cursor workflow for native iOS development
• 09:54 - Demo of adding AI chat to a budgeting app
• 17:50 - Connecting AI Chat Feature with Open Router
• 25:55 - Improving prompts using Claude for better responses
• 34:19 - Implementing tool/function calling for efficient data access
• 45:13 - Adding token usage and cost tracking to the app
• 48:34 - Techniques for AI-generated app assets and illustrations
Key Points:
• Chris Raroque demonstrates how to use Cursor with Claude 3.7 to build native iOS apps with AI features
• Shows a workflow for adding an AI chat feature to an existing budgeting app using OpenRouter
• Explains tool/function calling implementation to create an AI agent that can access transaction data
• Shares techniques for generating high-quality app assets using ChatGPT 4.0
1) Chris has built FOUR successful productivity apps as a solo developer - including a daily planning app with 2,000+ paid users.
His secret weapon? Using AI to supercharge his workflow.
"The only reason I'm able to do this is because I have AI to supercharge my workflow."
2) SURPRISING TOOL #1: Using Cursor for native iOS development
Most devs use Cursor for React/web apps, but Chris opens Xcode projects directly in Cursor!
His workflow:
• Set up project manually in Xcode
• Open files in Cursor for edits
• Switch to Xcode to build
• Repeat
3) KEY INSIGHT: Don't try to use Cursor to set up iOS projects - it won't work!
You need to:
- Set up the project manually in Xcode
- Configure frameworks and settings in Xcode
- Handle network permissions in Xcode
- THEN use Cursor for coding
4) Chris demonstrated building an AI chat feature for his budgeting app "Luna" in just 4 major prompts:
- Create the UI first (hardcoded)
- Hook it up to OpenRouter API
- Improve the prompt quality
- Add function calling
Each step builds on the previous one!
5) POWER TIP: Feed documentation directly into Cursor!
Type docs and paste in API documentation URLs to give Cursor context.
This DRAMATICALLY reduces hallucinations, especially for:
• iOS/Mac development
• New/changing APIs
• Complex integrations
Game-changer for accuracy!
6) PROMPT ENGINEERING SECRET: Use Claude to generate better prompts for your AI apps!
Chris uses Claude to create XML-formatted prompts that produce better results from LLMs.
This simple technique improves response quality by 30-40%!
7) ADVANCED TECHNIQUE: Function calling to build true AI agents in your apps!
Instead of sending ALL user data with each request (expensive!), Chris implemented tool calling:
• LLM analyzes user question
• Calls specific functions to get ONLY needed data
• Answers based on retrieved info
8) For example, when a user asks "What did I eat last year?" the agent:
- Recognizes it needs transaction data
- Calls getTransactionsForDateRange() with the right dates
- Processes only relevant data
- Provides a concise answer
Saves $$$ on token costs!
9) VISUAL POLISH SECRET: Using ChatGPT 4.0 for app asset generation!
Chris creates mascots and illustrations that give his apps personality and polish.
The workflow:
1. Generate base character
2. Create variations for different states
3. Refine with specific prompts
10) RESULTS: With just a few prompts, Chris added:
• A fully functional AI chat
• Tool-calling capabilities
• Cost tracking
• Model switching
• Custom illustrations
All in a few hours as a solo developer!
11)FINAL ADVICE from Chris:
"A lot of developers are averse to using AI tools, but the ones who embrace them will thrive for the next decade."
For non-devs: Start with more guided tools like Replit or Lovable that have guardrails.
LCA helps Fortune 500s and fast-growing startups build their future - from Warner Music to Fortnite to Dropbox. We turn 'what if' into reality with AI, apps, and next-gen products https://latecheckout.agency/
BoringAds — ads agency that will build you profitable ad campaigns http://boringads.com/
BoringMarketing — SEO agency and tools to get your organic customers http://boringmarketing.com/
Startup Empire - a membership for builders who want to build cash-flowing businesses https://www.startupempire.co
FIND ME ON SOCIAL
X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg
Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/
FIND CHRIS ON SOCIAL
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@raroque
X/Twitter: https://x.com/raroque
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chris.raroque/ | |||
| He shares his 5-Step Framework to build $1M/Month Mobile App | 23 Apr 2025 | 00:43:22 | |
Join me as I chat with Hunter Isaacson, a successful mobile app builder who has created apps with hundreds of millions of downloads. Hunter shares his playbook for building million-dollar mobile apps, emphasizing the importance of simple experiences, strong branding, and creating effective growth loops. He discusses how to identify opportunities by adapting existing ideas to new channels and technologies. Timestamps: Key Points: • Hunter Isaacson shares his framework for building successful mobile apps, including NGL (250M downloads) and Bags 1) Hunter's framework for building viral, profitable apps is SURPRISINGLY simple: • Build a brand people love Let's dive deeper... 2) On building a BRAND PEOPLE LOVE: "Keep it short and find a slang term" - Hunter's secret sauce for naming apps. NGL = "not gonna lie" (obvious to Gen Z) The best names are OBVIOUS, resonate with your audience, and set the right vibe. 3) Creating a SIMPLE EXPERIENCE is crucial! Hunter designs ALL his apps himself (started with PowerPoint, now Figma) His approach: "What's the bare bones MVP that solves the problem?" Don't overcomplicate. ONE user flow is better than branching journeys. 4) The NORTH STAR METRIC changes everything. For each app, Hunter picks ONE metric that matters above all: • Wink: % of users getting a match on day 1 Aim for 90%+ completion! 5) GROWTH HACK: Build sharing into your core experience! "If you drop in 1000 people and 50% share, that's 500 people who've now shared your app" Hunter spent less than $10K marketing NGL to get 250M downloads! The key? Seed it just enough to activate the viral loop. 6) You DON'T need to reinvent the wheel! Hunter on NGL: "Anonymous messaging apps have been around forever" The innovation? Using Instagram's new link feature as a growth channel. Look for EXISTING IDEAS that could work in NEW CHANNELS. 7) On SEEDING your app: • Test content formats before launch 8) TRENDS to watch according to Hunter: • Live Activities on iPhone (underutilized) Massive opportunities in each! 9) For YOUNG FOUNDERS, Hunter recommends: "Take a lot of swings. Have a lot of at-bats." Consumer mobile apps over B2B/SaaS when starting out:
"I think that it's more about looking for frameworks than it is for looking for ideas. The framework, I feel like, is more important because now it's really easy to just framework X with audience Y." - Hunter Isaacson "You don't really need to reinvent the wheel... it's a new channel, right? If anonymous messaging has worked on the internet, it's worked on apps, it's worked on different platforms, why wouldn't it work with Instagram as the growth lever?" - Hunter Isaacson LCA helps Fortune 500s and fast-growing startups build their future - from Warner Music to Fortnite to Dropbox. We turn 'what if' into reality with AI, apps, and next-gen products https://latecheckout.agency/ BoringAds — ads agency that will build you profitable ad campaigns http://boringads.com/ BoringMarketing — SEO agency and tools to get your organic customers http://boringmarketing.com/ Startup Empire - a membership for builders who want to build cash-flowing businesses https://www.startupempire.co FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg FIND HUNTER ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://x.com/hunterjisaacson | |||
| If I wanted to build $1M+ AI startup in 2025, I'd do this | 24 Mar 2025 | 00:52:59 | |
Join me as I chat with Andrew Wilkinson, Co-Founder of Tiny, as we discuss investment and startup ideas in the current AI landscape. We explore how AI is simultaneously lowering barriers to entry while increasing competition, making it easier to build "million-dollar businesses" but harder to create sustainable long-term ventures. We share specific startup ideas leveraging AI, including secure data integration platforms, automated web design services, and AI-powered lending. Timestamps: Key Points • AI is making it easier to build businesses but harder to maintain competitive advantages as tools become widely accessible 1) The AI Paradox: It's never been EASIER to build a $1M business, but never HARDER to build sustainable value. Why? Because anyone can "vibe code" your product in a weekend. Distribution and network effects are the new moats. Tools alone won't cut it anymore. 2) Where are the ACTUAL opportunities? Andrew & Greg agree: Buy or build MEDIA businesses first, then layer AI on top. • Focus on High-value niches not mass audiences 3) AI tools they're actually using RIGHT NOW: • Gumloop - For sales lead intelligence 4) Startup Idea 1: "Secure MCP" Model Context Protocol (MCP) lets LLMs access your data securely. Andrew built a custom system to analyze his company finances across multiple businesses. Opportunity: Build the "1Password of MCP" - where security is the selling point. 5) Startup Idea 2: "Message Maxing" An app that analyzes your text messages to identify: Perfect for viral TikTok marketing. Could be the next CalAI! 6) Startup Idea 3: AI-powered web design agency • Use V0 to auto-redesign ugly local business websites Low-hanging fruit for your first million! 7) Startup Idea 4: "Bank of Vibe Coding" AI-powered lending platform for vibe coders: Sahil Lavingia's $100K offer proves demand! 8) The BIG question: Are these Cal AI businesses (make $1M then die) or sustainable? Andrew's take: "Almost all these businesses will be zeros in 5 years." Greg's counter: "It's so hard to predict even 5 months from now!" What do YOU think? Are you building for the short or long term? The MOST VALUABLE insight: The businesses that are easiest to start are often the worst businesses to be in long-term. But that doesn't mean you shouldn't start one! Making your first million with a "Cal AI business" is still a win. Notable Quotes: "It's never been easier to build a million dollar business and it's never been easier to lose all your equity value." - Andrew "Distribution is the new moat, anyone could create anything." - Greg LCA helps Fortune 500s and fast-growing startups build their future - from Warner Music to Fortnite to Dropbox. We turn 'what if' into reality with AI, apps, and next-gen products https://latecheckout.agency/ BoringAds — ads agency that will build you profitable ad campaigns http://boringads.com/ BoringMarketing — SEO agency and tools to get your organic customers http://boringmarketing.com/ Startup Empire — a membership for builders who want to build cash-flowing businesses https://www.startupempire.co FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg FIND ANDREW ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://x.com/awilkinson | |||
| 5 game-changing startup ideas from a life hacking genius | 15 May 2024 | 01:04:15 | |
Join us for an in-depth conversation with Chris Hutchins, an expert life hacker, financial optimizer, and host of the award-winning podcast, All the Hacks. On this episode, Chris shares his proven strategies on how to launch a million-dollar business in just 48 hours. We also explore the emerging trends of affluent consumers and unveil five transformative startup ideas to inspire your next venture. 🚀 My FREE 5 day email course to learn how to build a business of the future using the ACP funnel: 🎯 To build your own portfolio businesses powered by community you might enjoy my membership. You'll get my full course with all my secrets on building businesses, peer-groups to keep you accountable, business ideas every single month and more! Spots are limited. https://www.communityempire.co/ 📬 Join my free newsletter to get weekly startup insights for free: https://www.gregisenberg.com 70,000+ people are already subscribed. FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg FIND CHRIS ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/hutchins?lang=en To improve your rankings your business on Google and using AI for SEO, sign up to boringmarketing.com Episode Timestamps 00:00 First business idea: Premium Tutoring App | |||
| How this viral AI app is making $190,000/month | 12 May 2024 | 00:36:13 | |
I’m joined by Jonathan Courtney, Co-Founder and CEO of AJ&Smart, a Digital Product Design agency, to give our insights into the strategies and tactics driving a viral AI-powered Dating Advice app to $190,000 in monthly revenue. We also explore the power of anti-trends and how to leverage them to build a startup. Don't miss out on this must-watch episode! 🚀 My FREE 5 day email course to learn how to build a business of the future using the ACP funnel: https://www.communityempire.co/free-course 🎯 To build your own portfolio businesses powered by community you might enjoy my membership. You'll get my full course with all my secrets on building businesses, peer-groups to keep you accountable, business ideas every single month and more! Spots are limited. https://www.communityempire.co/ 📬 Join my free newsletter to get weekly startup insights for free: https://www.gregisenberg.com 70,000+ people are already subscribed. FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/ FIND JONATHAN ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jicecream To improve your rankings your business on Google and using AI for SEO, sign up to boringmarketing.com Episode Timestamps 00:00 The $190K/month AI App #businessideas #startupideas #podcast | |||
| A few $30k+/month startup ideas from the most manic/genius founder you've never heard of | 10 May 2024 | 01:07:40 | |
I’m joined by Cody Schneider, Co-founder of Swell AI, to jam on several business ideas and opportunities: a Cricut subscription service, Chrome extensions that can generate $30k/month, Uber trivia games, and so much more. 🚀 My FREE 5 day email course to learn how to build a business of the future using the ACP funnel: https://www.communityempire.co/free-course 🎯 To build your own portfolio businesses powered by community you might enjoy my membership. You'll get my full course with all my secrets on building businesses, peer-groups to keep you accountable, business ideas every single month and more! Spots are limited. https://www.communityempire.co/ 📬 Join my free newsletter to get weekly startup insights for free: https://www.gregisenberg.com 70,000+ people are already subscribed. FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg FIND CODY ON SOCIAL Cody’s startup: https://www.swellai.com/ Episode Timestamps 00:00 First business idea: Cricut Subscriptions & Materials | |||
| This $20M/year Founder shares his 3 top business ideas with me | 08 May 2024 | 00:46:04 | |
I’m joined by Jason Yanowitz, Co-Founder of Blockworks, to discuss some of the most profitable business ideas on his mind: building an AI Chief Operating Office for companies, starting a business in the men's health industry, building a B2B niche media brand, and so much more. 🚀 My FREE 5 day email course to learn how to build a business of the future using the ACP funnel: https://www.communityempire.co/free-course 🎯 To build your own portfolio businesses powered by community you might enjoy my membership. You'll get my full course with all my secrets on building businesses, peer-groups to keep you accountable, business ideas every single month and more! Spots are limited. https://www.communityempire.co/ 📬 Join my free newsletter to get weekly startup insights for free: https://www.gregisenberg.com 70,000+ people are already subscribed. FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ FIND JASON ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/JasonYanowitz Episode Timestamps 00:00 First business idea: AI COO for companies To scale your revenue faster with conversion-focused creative sign up to https://designscientist.com | |||
| Jonathan Courtney Gave Away 3 Crazy Cash-Flowing Business Ideas | 01 May 2024 | 01:03:04 | |
I’m joined by Jonathan Courtney, Co-Founder and CEO of AJ&Smart, a Digital Product Design agency. We discuss various $1M-$10M business ideas, including an AI-powered brown noise device, a more sophisticated brand of male sex toys, an infoproduct to break phone addiction, and so much more. 🚀 My FREE 5 day email course to learn how to build a business of the future using the ACP funnel: https://www.communityempire.co/free-course 🎯 To build your own portfolio businesses powered by community you might enjoy my membership. You'll get my full course with all my secrets on building businesses, peer-groups to keep you accountable, business ideas every single month and more! Spots are limited. https://www.communityempire.co/ 📬 Join my free newsletter to get weekly startup insights for free: https://www.gregisenberg.com 70,000+ people are already subscribed. FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/ FIND JONATHAN ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jicecream Episode Timestamps 00:00 First business idea: AI-powered sleep device | |||
| $100M+/year founder Jason Cohen reveals a brilliant startup idea built on top of Twitter | 24 Apr 2024 | 00:46:13 | |
I’m joined by Jason Cohen, a four-time entrepreneur and current Chief Innovation Officer of WP Engine, to discuss his three best startup ideas: a tool for optimizing social media replies, a simpler, lower price segment, and helping people make practical, simple strategies. 🚀 My FREE 5 day email course to learn how to build a business of the future using the ACP funnel: https://www.communityempire.co/ 🎯 To build your own portfolio businesses powered by community you might enjoy my membership. You'll get my full course with all my secrets on building businesses, peer-groups to keep you accountable, business ideas every single month and more! Spots are limited. https://www.skool.com/community-empire-6150/about 📬 Join my free newsletter to get weekly startup insights for free: https://www.gregisenberg.com 70,000+ people are already subscribed. FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/ FIND JASON ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://x.com/asmartbear Blog: https://longform.asmartbear.com/ | |||
| 3 Easy to Start Big Startup Ideas with Jordan Mix | 18 Apr 2024 | 00:32:53 | |
I’m joined by Jordan Mix, Operating Partner at Late Checkout, to discuss some of the best business ideas on his mind: a productivity app that will kill Notion, the “upside down” desktop app, a brand-in-a-box service for internet-native companies, and so much more. 🚀 My FREE 5 day email course to learn how to build a business of the future using the ACP funnel: https://www.communityempire.co/
You'll get my full course with all my secrets on building businesses, peer-groups to keep you accountable, business ideas every single month and more!
FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/
X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrdnmix | |||
| Brainstorming AI startup ideas with Kevin Rose | 12 Apr 2024 | 01:02:27 | |
I’m joined by Kevin Rose, serial entrepreneur and technology investor. We discuss some of his best startup ideas: creating interactive podcasts with the help of AI, a nostalgic TV experience with old shows and commercials, using AI to talk to the dead, and so much more. 🚀 My FREE 5 day email course to learn how to build a business of the future using the ACP funnel: https://www.communityempire.co/free-course 🎯 To build your own portfolio businesses powered by community you might enjoy my membership. You'll get my full course with all my secrets on building businesses, peer-groups to keep you accountable, business ideas every single month and more! Spots are limited. https://www.communityempire.co/ 📬 Join my free newsletter to get weekly startup insights for free: https://www.gregisenberg.com 70,000+ people are already subscribed. FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/ FIND KEVIN ROSE ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/kevinrose Episode Timestamps 00:00 How to come up with million-dollar ideas | |||
| He has 1M+ followers and $1M startup ideas for you | 28 Mar 2024 | 00:53:06 | |
I’m joined by Brian Feroldi, a world-class creator and author in the financial space. We discuss the success stories of Jimmy Buffett and The Motley Fool, how to build a profitable business in the creator economy, the untapped potential of platforms like LinkedIn, and so much more. 🚀 My FREE 5 day email course to learn how to build a business of the future using the ACP funnel: https://www.communityempire.co/free-course 🎯 To build your own portfolio businesses powered by community you might enjoy my membership. You'll get my full course with all my secrets on building businesses, peer-groups to keep you accountable, business ideas every single month and more! Spots are limited. https://www.communityempire.co/ 📬 Join my free newsletter to get weekly startup insights for free: https://www.gregisenberg.com 70,000+ people are already subscribed. FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg FIND BRIAN ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrianFeroldi Episode Timestamps 00:00 Jimmy Buffett's success story | |||
| I asked a $2B investment genius for his best startup ideas | 25 Mar 2024 | 00:56:29 | |
I’m joined by Ali Hamed, Founder of the investment firm CoVenture. We discuss some of the best (and worst) investment opportunities for entrepreneurs in 2024, how to navigate debt collection as a digital entrepreneur, and Ali’s top tips for funding a startup. 🚀 My FREE 5 day email course to learn how to build a business of the future using the ACP funnel: https://www.communityempire.co/free-course 🎯 To build your own portfolio businesses powered by community you might enjoy my membership. You'll get my full course with all my secrets on building businesses, peer-groups to keep you accountable, business ideas every single month and more! Spots are limited. https://www.communityempire.co/ 📬 Join my free newsletter to get weekly startup insights for free: https://www.gregisenberg.com 70,000+ people are already subscribed. FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/ FIND ALI ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliBHamed Episode Timestamps 00:00 Are prefab homes the future? | |||
| How he finds $1M+ CPG startup ideas before anyone else using Ahrefs and Manus AI | 19 Mar 2025 | 00:42:32 | |
I’m joined by Ashwinn Krishnaswamy, an expert in launching and growing consumer brands, where we discuss how he evaluates market opportunities and creates unfair advantages. We discuss various tools for market research including Ahrefs for keyword analysis, Particl for competitor sales data, and AI tools for product design. Ashwinn emphasizes that entrepreneurs should work backward from distribution channels rather than focusing solely on product development. Timestamps: Key Points: • Ashwinn shares tools and strategies for evaluating market opportunities for physical products and brands 1) First, understand that DISTRIBUTION is everything. "First-time founders focus on product, second-time founders focus on distribution." The hard truth? Many subpar products CRUSH IT because they nail distribution and operational excellence. Always work BACKWARDS from how you'll acquire customers! 2) Use Ahrefs to evaluate category demand and competition Type any keyword to see: This helps you VALIDATE demand before building anything! 3) Look for geographic OPPORTUNITIES in the data When Ashwinn checked "electrolytes" he found: This reveals potential to build "Element for Germany" or other untapped markets where trends haven't diffused yet! 4) For physical products, use Particle to spy on competitors This tool shows: Crucial insight: Often 90% of revenue comes from just 4 SKUs! 5) The REAL opportunity in physical products? They force you to become EXCEPTIONAL at marketing. "The bleeding edge of marketing happens in consumer products because it's SO HARD to get attention and convince someone to part with their dollars." It's a marketing masterclass in real-time. 6) How to stand out in crowded categories: Study the competition obsessively! Ashwinn showed how most magnesium supplements look generic and medical. But brands like Moon Juice and Lemme differentiate through: 7) The BIGGEST opportunity right now? Find UNDERSERVED demographics! Most brands target coastal millennials or Gen Z because that's who creates them. But what about products for older adults with: 8) AI is your UNFAIR ADVANTAGE for research • Competitor analysis "It's putting together a report Nielsen would charge $20K for!" 99% of people aren't using AI this way yet. 9) Before building ANYTHING, become a "relentless researcher": • Study every competitor's positioning Notable Quotes: "First time founders focus on product, second time founders focus on distribution." - Ashwinn "Building a physical product business is very hard and by most people probably just shouldn't be done on a whim. But if you can do it in a somewhat low stakes way or low risk way... I think it is a phenomenal way to get really good at marketing." - Ashwinn LCA helps Fortune 500s and fast-growing startups build their future - from Warner Music to Fortnite to Dropbox. We turn 'what if' into reality with AI, apps, and next-gen products https://latecheckout.agency/ BoringAds — ads agency that will build you profitable ad campaigns http://boringads.com/ BoringMarketing — SEO agency and tools to get your organic customers http://boringmarketing.com/ Startup Empire — a membership for builders who want to build cash-flowing businesses https://www.startupempire.co FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg FIND ASHWINN ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://x.com/Shwinnabego | |||
| Brainstorming The Most Profitable AI Business Ideas | 08 Mar 2024 | 00:26:58 | |
I’m joined by Eric Siu, Founder of the digital marketing agency Single Grain. We discuss million-dollar trends and opportunities entrepreneurs should have on their radar right now, including pay-per-performance agencies, AI customer service, AI transformation agencies, and so much more. 🚀 My FREE 5 day email course to learn how to build a business of the future using the ACP funnel: https://www.communityempire.co/ 🎯 To build your own portfolio businesses powered by community you might enjoy my membership. You'll get my full course with all my secrets on building businesses, peer-groups to keep you accountable, business ideas every single month and more! Spots are limited. https://www.skool.com/community-empire-6150/about 📬 Join my free newsletter to get weekly startup insights for free: 70,000+ people are already subscribed. FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/ FIND ERIC SIU ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ericosiu Episode Timestamps 00:00 First business idea: Pay per performance agencies If you enjoy the podcast, consider leaving a review to help others discover the show :) | |||
| He earns $500k/month filming Rolex trading | 01 Mar 2024 | 00:15:46 | |
A special solo episode recorded from Mexico City, where I go through 3 million-dollar startup ideas I can’t stop thinking about: creators going into software, new ways to monetize underserved niches, Coffeezilla for startups, and so much more. If you enjoy the podcast, let me know by leaving a review so I know to keep making them :) 🚀 My FREE 5 day email course to learn how to build a business of the future using the ACP funnel: https://www.communityempire.co/
You'll get my full course with all my secrets on building businesses, peer-groups to keep you accountable, business ideas every single month and more! Spots are limited. https://www.skool.com/community-empire-6150
70,000+ people are already subscribed. FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/ 00:00 First business idea: Leveraging an audience to create software products 07:00 Second business idea: Tyler Mikorski (AKA vookum) makes $500k/ month from a paid community 14:15 Third business idea: Coffeezilla for tech | |||
| I Met The Most Obsessed Man On The Internet | 21 Feb 2024 | 00:55:18 | |
I'm joined by Zach Pogrob, entrepreneur and content creator with over 1.5M followers. We discuss how to build a loyal audience in 2024, the importance of associating your brand with a word, three business ideas you can steal, and so much more. 🚀 My FREE 5 day email course to learn how to build a business of the future using the ACP funnel: https://www.communityempire.co/ 🎯 To build your own portfolio businesses powered by community you might enjoy my membership. You'll get my full course with all my secrets on building businesses, peer-groups to keep you accountable, business ideas every single month and more! Spots are limited. https://www.skool.com/community-empire-6150/about 📬 Join my free newsletter to get weekly startup insights for free: https://www.gregisenberg.com 70,000+ people are already subscribed. FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/
X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/zachpogrob Episode Timestamps 00:00 How to build an unforgettable brand If you enjoy the podcast, consider leaving a review to help others discover the show :) | |||
| The Co-Founder Of A $75M+ Company Gave Me His BEST Business Ideas | 14 Feb 2024 | 00:53:03 | |
I'm joined by Alex Lieberman, Co-founder & Executive Chairman of Morning Brew. We discuss some of the hottest trends and opportunities for entrepreneurs in 2024, how creators can successfully monetize their newsletter and the best ways to innovate an existing business. 🚀 My FREE 5 day email course to learn how to build a business of the future using the ACP funnel: https://www.communityempire.co/ 🎯 To build your own portfolio businesses powered by community you might enjoy my membership. You'll get my full course with all my secrets on building businesses, peer-groups to keep you accountable, business ideas every single month and more! Spots are limited. https://www.skool.com/community-empire-6150/about 📬 Join my free newsletter to get weekly startup insights for free: https://www.gregisenberg.com/ 70,000+ people are already subscribed. FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/ FIND ALEX ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/businessbarista If you enjoy the podcast, consider leaving a review to help others discover the show :) Episode Timestamps 00:00 Why content curation is a superpower | |||
| The Science Behind VIRAL Products feat. Soren Iverson | 07 Feb 2024 | 00:55:35 | |
I'm joined by Soren Iverson, Designer at Cash App and the indisputable idea machine of the internet. We talk about building products that spread like wildfire, how to test business ideas before launch, how to build a memorable brand, and more. 🚀 My FREE 5 day email course to learn how to build a business of the future using the ACP funnel: https://www.communityempire.co/ 🎯 To build your own portfolio businesses powered by community you might enjoy my membership. You'll get my full course with all my secrets on building businesses, peer-groups to keep you accountable, business ideas every single month and more! Spots are limited. https://www.skool.com/community-empire-6150/about 📬 Join my free newsletter to get weekly startup insights for free: https://www.gregisenberg.com 70,000+ people are already subscribed. FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg FIND SOREN ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/soren_iverson If you enjoy the podcast, consider leaving a review to help others discover the show :) Episode Timestamps 0:00 How to build better products | |||
| Brainstorming $1M Business Ideas with Tiago Forte | 31 Jan 2024 | 00:54:02 | |
I'm joined by Tiago Forte, Founder at Forte Labs and bestselling author of ‘Building a Second Brain’ and The ‘PARA Method’. We talk about the necessity of building credibility online, the role of gatekeepers in information sharing, and why the B2B market could be a goldmine for online course creators. We cover the benefits (and drawbacks) of being an independent creator, how to leverage the media platforms of the world to your advantage, and why you need lead magnets. 00:00 Why Creators NEED to diversify. | |||
| How To Find MILLION DOLLAR Business Ideas That WORK | Noah Kagan | 25 Jan 2024 | 00:54:12 | |
I'm joined by Noah Kagan, CEO of AppSumo. We talk about how to build products people love, how he lost $1M for not listening to customers, how to find the best business ideas in 2024, and more. 📬 Join my free newsletter to get weekly startup insights for free: https://www.gregisenberg.com/ 70,000+ people are already subscribed. 🪄 The CastMagic team reached out to me and wanted to give you a free month of Castmagic with the code Greg100. You can check out https://get.castmagic.io/l953mvcu8yiv to learn more about how to automate your content with AI using CastMagic. FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/ FIND NOAH KAGAN ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/noahkagan LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noahkagan/ Episode timestamps: 00:00 Why you should test your business ideas first 00:43 The importance of differentiating your brand 02:07 Best opportunities for entrepreneurs in 2024 06:41 Using content creators to grow your business 08:28 The impact of AI in the workplace 10:15 Platforms to streamline the hiring process 12:40 Why you don’t need to innovate everything 18:43 Tips for hiring A-players 22:55 How Noah lost $1M 27:08 How Greg built the largest real-time stock market 29:43 How to build million-dollar businesses in 2024 33:50 Dealing with rejection in business 37:55 How to decide if a project is worth pursuing 45:58 How to find the best business ideas | |||
| How To Make $10 MILLION in 2024 | Dickie Bush & Nicolas Cole | 18 Jan 2024 | 00:57:26 | |
I'm joined by Dickie Bush, Co-Founder of Premium Ghostwriting Academy and Nicolas Cole, Co-Founder of Ship 30 for 30. We talk about the best ways to make $10M in 2024 if you were starting from scratch: hyper-niche paid newsletters, AI-powered book publishing, and so much more. | |||
| $1M Startup Trends in 2024, With Michael Karnjanaprakorn | 11 Jan 2024 | 00:46:42 | |
I'm joined by Michael Karnjanaprakorn, former CEO of Skillshare. We talk about the biggest startup trends that will shape 2024: IRL community spaces, AI educational agents, and more. 📬 Join my free newsletter to get weekly startup insights for free: https://www.gregisenberg.com/ 70,000+ people are already subscribed.
X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/
X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/mikekarnj | |||
| Erik Torenberg's Playbook: How to Bootstrap a Multi-Million Dollar Media Empire | 05 Jan 2024 | 00:58:55 | |
I'm joined by Erik Torenberg, Co-Founder of Turpentine, a network of podcasts, newsletters, and more. We talk about why B2B creators are the next big thing, how to spot profitable niches and opportunities to monetize media businesses. 📬 Join my free newsletter to get weekly startup insights for free: https://www.gregisenberg.com/ 70,000+ people are already subscribed. FIND ME ON SOCIAL Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/ | |||
| The best way to build an audience in 2025 (My 4-Step System) | 17 Mar 2025 | 00:51:54 | |
How to build an audience in 2025: https://www.startupempire.co/build-an-audience I’m joined by Jonathan Courtney to jam on how to build an audience in 2025. We explore various tactics including finding your unique format, implementing consistent systems, and measuring progress against clear goals. Timestamps: Key Points: • ACP framework for building an audience in 2025: Audience (people passionate about your niche), Community (hardcore followers), and Product (what you sell) 1) The ACP Framework: Your Foundation A = Audience (people passionate about your topic) The KEY insight: Start with audience FIRST, then community, then product. Why? Because audience-first gives you OPTIONS and CONFIDENCE when you launch. 2) Step 1: Identify Who You're Creating For Don't just create random content. Be strategic! • Focus on people interested in YOUR specific niche Example: Jonathan's company wanted to be known for design sprints, but started with broader UX content to build audience first. 3) Step 2: Find Your Format Your format is HOW you deliver your content. This is CRUCIAL but often overlooked! • Test one format each business day Remember: Formats have lifecycles! What works today might not work in 6 months. 4) Step 3: Build Systems That Stick The difference between creators who quit and those who succeed? SYSTEMS. System breakdown: 5) Step 4: Pick ONE Primary Goal Don't try to do everything at once! • Choose ONE metric (100K followers? 25K email list? $1M in sales?) The BEST advice: Just start! Don't get stuck in analysis paralysis. 6) Where to Begin? The Reply Guy Strategy Feeling overwhelmed? Start as a "reply guy" on X: • Less pressure than posting on your own profile 7) WHY Building an Audience Matters An audience is your INSURANCE POLICY: • Gives you clarity into your niche Notable Quotes: "The audience first approach gives you so many options, also gives you so much confidence when you release something and people actually use it." - JC "I think the number one reason why anyone should create an audience is to have something to fall back on, period. It's like an insurance policy." - Greg Want more free ideas? I collect the best ideas from the pod and give them to you for free in a database. Most of them cost $0 to start (my fav) Get access: https://www.gregisenberg.com/30startupideas LCA helps Fortune 500s and fast-growing startups build their future - from Warner Music to Fortnite to Dropbox. We turn 'what if' into reality with AI, apps, and next-gen products https://latecheckout.agency/ BoringAds — ads agency that will build you profitable ad campaigns http://boringads.com/ BoringMarketing — SEO agency and tools to get your organic customers http://boringmarketing.com/ Startup Empire - a membership for builders who want to build cash-flowing businesses https://www.startupempire.co FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg FIND JONATHAN ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jicecream | |||
| My Year In Review: Lessons To Make 2024 Your Best Year Yet | 28 Dec 2023 | 00:36:00 | |
In this special end-of-year episode, Greg looks back at his biggest wins, biggest losses, business epiphanies, productivity unlocks, and so much more. 📬 Join my free newsletter to get weekly startup insights for free: https://www.gregisenberg.com/ 70,000+ people are already subscribed. FIND ME ON SOCIAL Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Intro 0:47 Big wins 07:11 Big losses 11:16 Business epiphanies 18:56 Productivity unlocks 22:11 Audience growth 28:20 Game-changing products 36:22 Net worth & investment breakdown 39:26 Business updates | |||
| 6 JUICY Startup Ideas For 2024, with legends Theo Tabah and Jordan Mix | 21 Dec 2023 | 01:05:56 | |
Today I'm joined by Late Checkout’s Chief Operating Officer Theo Tabah and Operating Partner Jordan Mix. We talk about the importance of trust in business, our main takeaways from 2023, and six juicy startup ideas you can steal for 2024. 📬 Join my free newsletter to get weekly startup insights for free: https://www.gregisenberg.com/ 70,000+ people are already subscribed. FIND ME ON SOCIAL Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/ LINKS FOR THIS EPISODE Theo’s socials: X: https://twitter.com/TheoTabah LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/theotabah/ Jordan’s socials: X: https://twitter.com/jrdnmix TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Intro 01:28 Why trust is the key to business success 08:44 Productized partnerships 11:40 How Greg and Jordan met on X 17:40 Finding out what fuels you 21:51 Scalable consulting 25:31 Greg’s biggest regret of 2023 30:16 First business idea: Locket for creators 37:42 Second business idea: Apple Vision Pro bars 45:10 Third business idea: A multi-industry fitness product 49:47 Fourth business ideas: Neighborhood work clubs 58:02 Fifth business idea: Cup of sugar, an app to meet your neighbors 01:02:44 Sixth business idea: Right hand, assistance for solopreneurs | |||
| THE BIGGEST STARTUP OPPORTUNITIES IN 2024 BY LEAN STARTUP GUY ERIC RIES | 14 Dec 2023 | 00:46:41 | |
Greg interviews Eric Ries, author of "The Lean Startup" and founder of The Long Term Stock Exchange. They talk about how to test business ideas, why businesses with a social mission will outperform, and opportunities in AI. ►►Subscribe to Greg's weekly newsletter for insights on community, creators, and commerce. You'll also find out when new and exclusive episodes come out from Where it Happens. And it's totally free. https://latecheckoutstudio.ck.page/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gregisenberga
https://PodFlow.com ERIC RIES: Long-Term Stock Exchange (LTSE): https://ltse.com Lean Startup Corporate Training and Events: https://leanstartup.co X: https://twitter.com/ericries LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eries/
02:06 Longevity of wrapper AI startups and platform wars 07:16 Benefits of creating viral startups 11:07 Idea of buying non-AI startups and adding AI capabilities 14:08 Approaches to quickly understand customer needs in a new space 21:41 Eric's point about companies doing the right thing and the importance of trust 36:23 First Business Idea: Religion startup - HQ trivia meets a church 37:08 Second Business Idea: Social network for gig workers 38:31 Third Business Idea: AI accountability bots | |||
| Faceless YouTubers, Millions of Views | 30 Nov 2023 | 00:36:20 | |
Greg interviews Dru Riley, founder of Trends.vc, a newsletter and community for founders interested in new business ideas and markets. They talk about growing newsletter subscribers, opportunities for "faceless" YouTube channels built using AI, systemizing companies, and more.
Dru Riley: 00:45 - Dru introduces Trends.vc 02:00 - Newsletter co-registration
| |||
| A Billion Views, but Where's the Profit? | 23 Nov 2023 | 00:39:33 | |
Greg interviews Dylan Jardon and Henry Belcaster, founders of Clipt.co, an explainer video and animation studio. They talk about starting a "hot girl agency," the challenges of monetizing YouTube content, and wanting fame versus staying anonymous, and more. ►►Subscribe to Greg's weekly newsletter for insights on community, creators and commerce. You'll also find out when new and exclusive episodes come out from Where it Happens. And it's totally free. https://latecheckoutstudio.ck.page/ FIND GREG ON SOCIAL: Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg LINKS FOR THIS EPISODE: Production Team: https://PodFlow.com
1:15 - Hot girl idea
28:15 - Juggling ideas
| |||
| Do This to Be Interesting Online | 16 Nov 2023 | 00:37:30 | |
Greg interviews Nathan Barry, founder of ConvertKit, which makes email, automation, and monetization tools for creators. They talk about how to be interesting online, and different ways to monetize online content. 02:30 Combining education and entertainment 04:00 Storytelling for mundane stories 06:00 Improving comedy/storytelling skills 15:00 Video content spreads well 17:15 Studying comedy 19:30 Blending journeys and storytelling 21:45 Hiring out comedians 24:15 Learning monetization skills 27:00 Considering scalable business models 29:15 Running companies long-term 31:15 Building "skyscraper" products 34:00 Blending agencies and software | |||
| Pomp's Newsletter Business Building Strategies | 09 Nov 2023 | 00:36:47 | |
I'm joined by investor and entrepreneur Anthony "Pomp" Pompliano. Pomp hosts The Pomp Podcast, with over 50 million downloads, and writes a daily letter read by 250,000+ investors. We talk about Pomp's approach to building resilient media properties, thinking long-term, and his best book recommendations for internet business success.
https://latecheckout.substack.com FIND ME ON SOCIAL
The Successor by Lachlan Murdoch The 50th Law by Robert Greene and 50 Cent Zero to One by Peter Thiel Suleiman Ollian by Anonymous How to Get Rich by Felix Dennis Losing My Virginity by Richard Branson The Rise and Fall of American Growth by Robert J. Gordon Hidden Genius by Polina Marinova The Outsiders by Will Thorndike Elon Musk by Walter Isaacson Urgency by John P. Kotter The War of Art by Steven Pressfield Good Profit by Charles Koch LINKS FOR THIS EPISODE
| |||
| Yung Pueblo’s Self-Love Empire | 05 Oct 2023 | 00:42:04 | |
Today Greg is joined by New York Times Best-Selling Author, and Instagram Celebrity Yung Pueblo, whose real name is Diego Perez. In this episode, Greg and Diego talk about building an audience through meaningful writing, turning it into books, and using that influence to build companies that expand the vision expressed in writing that got it all started. ►►Subscribe to Greg's weekly newsletter for insights on community, https://latecheckout.substack.com FIND ME ON SOCIAL LINKS FOR THIS EPISODE
| |||
| How Jay Clouse Built a $500,000 ARR Community (in Less than 2 Years) | 21 Sep 2023 | 00:47:41 | |
Today Greg is joined by Jay Clouse of Creator Science. In this episode, Greg and Jay talk about the upsides of cohort-based courses and what strategies Jay uses to achieve his 95% retention rate. ►►Subscribe to Greg's weekly newsletter for insights on community, https://latecheckout.substack.com FIND ME ON SOCIAL: LINKS FOR THIS EPISODE: SHOW NOTES | |||
| Info Diets, OG Content Creators, and 7-year Lifespans | 14 Sep 2023 | 00:39:39 | |
Today Greg is joined by Julien Smith, the CEO of Practice, bestselling author of The Flinch, and executive coach. In this episode, Greg and Julien talk about the podcasts, books, and x/twitter feeds that entrepreneurs should be reading and following. They also explore why you should think of your life in seven-year increments. ►►Subscribe to Greg's weekly newsletter for insights on community, https://latecheckout.substack.com FIND ME ON SOCIAL: LINKS FOR THIS EPISODE: SHOW NOTES: | |||
| Model Context Protocol (MCP), clearly explained | 14 Mar 2025 | 00:20:31 | |
I’m joined by Ras Mic to explain MCPs. Mic breaks down how MCPs essentially standardize how LLMs connect with external tools and services. While LLMs alone can only predict text, connecting them to tools makes them more capable, but this integration has been cumbersome. MCPs create a unified layer that translates between LLMs and services, making it easier to build more powerful AI assistants. Timestamps: Key Points: • MCP (Model Context Protocol) is a standard that creates a unified layer between LLMs and external services/tools 1) What are MCPs and why should you care? MCPs are NOT some complex physics theory - they're simply STANDARDS that help LLMs connect to external tools and services. Think of them as universal translators between AI models and the tools they need to be truly useful. This is HUGE for making AI assistants actually capable! 2) The Evolution of LLMs: From Text Prediction to Tool Use Stage 1: Basic LLMs can only predict text 3) The Current State: LLMs + Tools Stage 2: LLMs connected to tools This is why we don't have Jarvis-level assistants yet! 4) Enter MCPs: The Game-Changer MCPs create a UNIFIED LAYER between LLMs and external services. Instead of your AI speaking 10 different "languages" to use 10 different tools, MCPs translate everything into ONE language. Result? LLMs can easily access databases, APIs, and services without massive engineering headaches. 5) The MCP Ecosystem Explained The MCP system has 4 key components: • MCP Client: User-facing apps like @tempoai, Windsurf, Cursor Brilliant move by Anthropic: SERVICES must build MCP servers! 6) Why This Matters For Builders For technical folks: For non-technical folks: Notable Quotes: "LLMs by themselves are incapable of doing anything meaningful... The only thing an LLM in its current state is good at is predicting the next text." - Ross Mike "Think of every tool that I have to connect to make my LLM valuable as a different language... MCP, you can consider it to be a layer between your LLM and the services and the tools." - Ross Mike LCA helps Fortune 500s and fast-growing startups build their future - from Warner Music to Fortnite to Dropbox. We turn 'what if' into reality with AI, apps, and next-gen products https://latecheckout.agency/ BoringAds — ads agency that will build you profitable ad campaigns http://boringads.com/ BoringMarketing — SEO agency and tools to get your organic customers http://boringmarketing.com/ Startup Empire — a membership for builders who want to build cash-flowing businesses https://www.startupempire.co FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg FIND MIC ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://x.com/rasmickyy | |||
| How Holdco Legend Michael Girdley is Playing Multi-Decade Games (and Winning) | 07 Sep 2023 | 00:54:18 | |
Today Greg is joined by Michael Girdley--who's spent the last 30 years building a $100M+ holding company. In this episode, Greg and Michael talk about whether holding companies should take sexy VC money and how to be a decades-long player in a world of base hitters. ►►Subscribe to Greg's weekly newsletter for insights on community, https://latecheckout.substack.com FIND ME ON SOCIAL: LINKS FOR THIS EPISODE: SHOW NOTES: | |||
| 3 Non-Obvious Networking Strategies That Work | 31 Aug 2023 | 00:40:06 | |
Today Greg is joined by Phil Toronto, a Partner at Vayner/RSE. In this episode, Greg and Phil share their biggest cheat codes for saying 'yes' to the right kind of events and why being the person who brings others together is the biggest value add of all. ►►Subscribe to Greg's weekly newsletter for insights on community, https://latecheckout.substack.com FIND ME ON SOCIAL: LINKS FOR THIS EPISODE: SHOW NOTES: | |||
| Personal Holding Companies: Build vs. Buy? | 17 Aug 2023 | 00:39:21 | |
Today Greg is joined by Nick Huber. In the last 9 months, Nick has co-founded 6 companies in addition to Bolt Storage. In this episode, Nick and Greg break down the inner workings of a personal holding company and how to grow it at max speed with minimal risk. ►►Subscribe to Greg's weekly newsletter for insights on community, https://latecheckout.substack.com FIND ME ON SOCIAL: LINKS FOR THIS EPISODE: SHOW NOTES: | |||
| How to Turn a Podcast into an Empire | 10 Aug 2023 | 00:43:58 | |
Today Greg is joined by Chris Hutchins, the host of All the Hacks, a podcast to upgrade your life, money, and travel. In this episode, Greg and Chris talk about the best reason to start a podcast and how to grow it way beyond sponsorship revenue.
https://latecheckout.substack.com FIND ME ON SOCIAL: LINKS FOR THIS EPISODE: SHOW NOTES: | |||
| Status Games, Fame, and the Truth about FIRE | 03 Aug 2023 | 00:50:11 | |
Today Greg is joined by Nicolas Cole, the co-founder of Ship 30 for 30, a daily writing challenge. In this episode, Greg and Nicolas talk about how much money it really takes to be free and why it's better to be anonymously rich than it is to be internet famous with no customers.
https://latecheckout.substack.com FIND ME ON SOCIAL: LINKS FOR THIS EPISODE: SHOW NOTES: | |||
| Billion-dollar Acquisitions, Private Jets, and the Art + Science of Persuasion | 27 Jul 2023 | 00:44:52 | |
Today Greg is joined by Andy Ellwood, a startup operator, sales genius, and all-around curious human. In this episode, Greg and Andy talk about how curiosity increases your surface area for luck, why journaling is an underrated life skill, and why you should be growing your business, not your burn rate. ►►Subscribe to Greg's weekly newsletter for insights on community, https://latecheckout.substack.com FIND ME ON SOCIAL: LINKS FOR THIS EPISODE: SHOW NOTES: | |||
| Multipreneurship 101 and Why It Matters | 20 Jul 2023 | 00:48:18 | |
Today Greg is joined by Jesse Pujji, the founder of Gateway X, a venture studio and holding company that builds and launches companies from scratch. In this episode, Greg asks Jesse how unfair advantages are gained and leveraged. ►►Subscribe to Greg's weekly newsletter for insights on community, https://latecheckout.substack.com FIND ME ON SOCIAL: LINKS FOR THIS EPISODE: SHOW NOTES: | |||
| How to Sell Picks and Shovels in an AI World | 29 Jun 2023 | 00:39:53 | |
Today Greg is joined by Emma Lawler, the founder of Velvet, an infrastructure provider for cross-platform app authentication and monetization. In this episode, Greg and Emma talk about what trends are worth attention in an post-web3 world and why the Pick-and-Shovel Play could be the most exciting opportunity right now. ►►Subscribe to Greg's weekly newsletter for insights on community, https://latecheckout.substack.com FIND ME ON SOCIAL: LINKS FOR THIS EPISODE: SHOW NOTES: | |||
| I met this guy who is the million dollar content flywheel king | 22 Jun 2023 | 00:44:44 | |
Today Greg is joined by Case Kenny, the host of New Mindset, Who Dis? and author of "That's Bold of You". In this episode, Greg asks Case how he was able to build a one-man content creator flywheel that involves a newsletter, SMS community, podcast, books and merch. ►►Subscribe to Greg's weekly newsletter for insights on community, https://latecheckout.substack.com FIND ME ON SOCIAL: LINKS FOR THIS EPISODE: SHOW NOTES: | |||
| Mental Models from a Shrink for Entrepreneurs | 15 Jun 2023 | 00:37:12 | |
Today Greg is joined by Peter Shallard, The Shrink for Entrepreneurs. In this episode, they'll talk about conscious blind spots and cognitive biases particular to bootstrapped and venture-backed founders. ►►Subscribe to Greg's weekly newsletter for insights on community, https://latecheckout.substack.com FIND ME ON SOCIAL: LINKS FOR THIS EPISODE: SHOW NOTES: | |||
| Manus AI replaces your AI tech stack? (Full Demo) | 12 Mar 2025 | 01:03:44 | |
I’m joined by Min Choi to test if Manus AI can replace your AI tech stack. Throughout the episode, we test Manus AI's capabilities by asking it to create a DocuSign clone, research startup ideas, and analyze website SEO. • 00:00 - Intro Key Points: • Testing Manus AI by asking it to autonomously research, plan, and execute complex tasks 1) What makes Manus AI different? Unlike ChatGPT or Claude, Manus is a TRUE AGENT system that: "It's the closest thing to AGI yet" - Min Choi 2) The DocuSign Clone Experiment With just a 4-WORD PROMPT ("create a DocuSign clone"), Manus: All without templates or boilerplate code! 3) Human-in-the-loop capabilities One of the MOST IMPRESSIVE features: When they narrowed focus to "just e-signature features," Manus immediately adjusted its plan without starting over. 4) Multi-agent workflow Manus feels like having MULTIPLE EMPLOYEES working simultaneously: It's like an entire team in one tool! 5) Beyond coding: Marketing & Growth Manus can also: It's not just about building - it's about GROWING your business too. 6) Current limitations Manus isn't perfect (yet): It's still beta, but even with limitations, it's REVOLUTIONARY. 7) Security considerations Since Manus is a Chinese company, there are valid concerns: Min's advice: "Always be careful with the data you share online." The BIG TAKEAWAY: We're witnessing a fundamental shift in how businesses will be built. What used to take weeks now takes MINUTES. This is just the beginning of the agent AI revolution. Notable Quotes: "I think that we're getting closer and closer to sort of the glimpse into what the AGI is gonna look like." - Min Choi "It feels like we have like four employees working at the same time... We've got this marketing person. We've got this researcher. We've got this cracked PM slash developer." - Greg Isenberg Want more free ideas? I collect the best ideas from the pod and give them to you for free in a database. Most of them cost $0 to start (my fav) Get access: https://www.gregisenberg.com/30startupideas LCA helps Fortune 500s and fast-growing startups build their future - from Warner Music to Fortnite to Dropbox. We turn 'what if' into reality with AI, apps, and next-gen products https://latecheckout.agency/ BoringAds — ads agency that will build you profitable ad campaigns http://boringads.com/ BoringMarketing — SEO agency and tools to get your organic customers http://boringmarketing.com/ Startup Empire - a membership for builders who want to build cash-flowing businesses https://www.startupempire.co FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg FIND MIN ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://x.com/minchoi | |||
| The IRL Tribes That Could Change Your Life | 01 Jun 2023 | 00:51:20 | |
Today Greg is joined by Antonio Neves, the creator of the Man Morning Newsletter and community. In this episode, you'll hear how to build an IRL mastermind from nothing and the grittiness it takes to get into the most selective tribes in startupland. ►►Subscribe to Greg's weekly newsletter for insights on community, https://latecheckout.substack.com FIND ME ON SOCIAL: LINKS FOR THIS EPISODE: SHOW NOTES: | |||
| How The Rideshare Guy Turned Uber, Lyft Drivers into a Media Empire | 25 May 2023 | 00:30:36 | |
Today Greg is joined by Harry Campbell, the founder of The Rideshare Guy. In this episode, Greg finds out how Harry turned a blog into a media company that was built to sell. ►►Subscribe to Greg's weekly newsletter for insights on community, https://latecheckout.substack.com FIND ME ON SOCIAL: LINKS FOR THIS EPISODE: SHOW NOTES: | |||
| 400k Followers in 100 Days in an AI World | 18 May 2023 | 00:44:00 | |
Today Greg is joined by Roberto Nickson, the entrepreneur and designer building Eluna AI, Metav3rse & MV3. In this episode, Greg and Roberto talk about how to win the game of social media using AI. ►►Subscribe to Greg's weekly newsletter for insights on community, https://latecheckout.substack.com FIND ME ON SOCIAL: LINKS FOR THIS EPISODE: SHOW NOTES: | |||