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The Startup Ideas Podcast

Get your creative juices flowing with The Startup Ideas Podcast. Published twice a week, we bring you free startup ideas to inspire your next venture. Hosted by Greg Isenberg, CEO of Late Checkout and former advisor to Reddit and TikTok. Subscribe so you don"t miss out. For more startup ideas, we created a database of 30+ startup ideas you can take at https://gregisenberg.com/30startupideas

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Meet the AI Agent Turning Simple Prompts into Viral...

The Startup Ideas Podcast ·

2025/11/10

On this episode we dive deep into Glif. This beginner tutorial shows how AI agents on Glif automatically optimize prompts and workflows to create scroll-stopping content. We demo four agents live: Mr. Beast-style thumbnails, miniature documentaries, AI influencer videos, and automated Reddit story content. Total cost: $2. Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 03:35 – Nano Banana Ultimate 08:53 – Diorama Shorts Creator 15:49 – AI Influencer Generator 23:27 – TikTok Reddit Story Creator 32:28 –

I Ranked Every Vibe Coding App (Cursor vs Claude Code...

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2025/11/03

Micky and I rank the top vibe coding apps in 2025, from Cursor and Claude Code to Lovable, V0, Bolt, Windsurf, and emerging mobile-focused platforms. They break down which tools work best for technical developers versus non-technical builders, discuss the trust and ecosystem factors that matter when choosing a platform, and share hard-won lessons about the mindset shift required to build software with AI assistance.Timestamps 00:00 – Intro 01:11 – Windsurf 03:46 – Cursor 06:33 – Lovable, v0,

Vercel CEO Shows His v0 Workflow to Build 10X Faster...

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2025/10/29

Guillermo Rauch, CEO of Vercel and creator of Next.js, reveals exactly how he uses V0 to build products, pitch ideas, and ship features at startup speed. In this episode, he opens his personal V0 workflow, walks through the creation of his viral AI camera app (built in one afternoon), and shares a vault of free startup ideas you can build today, including conversational forms, AI opinion tracking, and multi-model research tools. This is a rare look inside how one of the most successful founders

Claude Skills: The NEW Way to Build AI Agents (Live...

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2025/10/27

In this episode, Amir takes us through how to use Claude Skills to build digital employees. We cover practical demos including an A/B testing idea agent, marketing insight analyzer, and a live build of a tweet-to-newsletter converter. You'll learn what Claude Skills actually are, why they represent the biggest leap since sub-agents, and how to build them yourself—even if you've never written a custom AI workflow before.Timestamps 00:00 – Intro 01:05 – What are Claude Projects 02:40 –

I Watched Roberto Nickson Create Viral Content (1B+...

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2025/10/22

Join me as I chat with Roberto Nickson about his entire content creation process for short-form videos that generate hundreds of millions of views. He goes through his workflow in real-time, from writing scripts with conflict elements to recording with a teleprompter, and editing with strategic pattern interrupts to maintain viewer attention. Roberto emphasizes speed and efficiency through template usage, organized file structures, and specialized tools that help him complete videos in under 45

The 2026 Anti-Trend That Will Make Millions

The Startup Ideas Podcast ·

2025/10/20

Join me as I chat with Jonathan Courtney about how businesses can thrive by going against current digital trends, particularly by offering premium in-person experiences while others focus on AI and virtual offerings. He shares how his company has successfully transitioned from digital-only to in-person events, charging higher prices for physical experiences that consistently sell out. The conversation explores how physical products and experiences create perceived value, authenticity, and scarcity

I Built an Entire App in Only 52 Min with Codex &...

The Startup Ideas Podcast ·

2025/10/17

Go to https://startup-ideas-pod.link/idea-browser to get validated startup ideas every single day and prompts to build your big ideaJoin me as I chat with Alex Finn about going from no idea to building a functional app using AI tools. We use Idea Browser to find trending business opportunities, develop a wellness habit tracking app concept with ChatGPT, and build it using Codex's AI agents. The episode showcases how one person can leverage AI to find and build an idea into a product. Get the

Genspark's Super AI Agent is INSANE

The Startup Ideas Podcast ·

2025/10/15

On this episode, I review Genspark's Super AI Agent platform, testing its capabilities across multiple business applications. I go through various features including multi-agent workflows that query multiple AI models simultaneously, AI image and video generation, presentation creation, spreadsheet analysis, and a mobile photo editing app. GenSpark positions itself as a comprehensive AI platform at a lower price point ($20/month) than competitors like Manus.Try Genspark for yourself:

How I use Veo3 + Sora 2 to create Viral AI Videos...

The Startup Ideas Podcast ·

2025/10/13

Join me as I chat with PJ Ace from Genre AI as he breaks down his comprehensive process for creating viral AI videos that have garnered millions of views for clients like David Beckham and Origin Financial. He demonstrates how to use a combination of AI tools to script, generate images, animate characters, and edit professional-looking commercials. The conversation also explores how emerging technologies like Sora will transform the industry while emphasizing that great creative ideas will remain

Making an Entire Year's Revenue on Black Friday WEEK

The Startup Ideas Podcast ·

2025/10/10

Join me as I chat with Jonathan Courtney, as we dive deep into Black Friday Campaign strategy. Jonathan shares his strategies and frameworks for leveraging Black Friday regardless of what type of business you run.Episode Timestamps 00:00 - Intro 01:01 - The Importance of Black Friday for Businesses 02:51 - Types of Black Friday Sales 09:40 - Comparing Strategies: MagicMind and AG1 13:40 - Premium brand approaches to Black Friday sales 18:25 - Bundling Products for Black Friday 24:40 -

I got a private lesson on OpenAI's NEW Agent Builder

The Startup Ideas Podcast ·

2025/10/08

Join me as I chat with Amir about how to use OpenAI's new Agent Builder to create a multi-agent chatbot workflow that can classify user inquiries, provide customer support, and capture lead information. The video showcases how to build a complete solution using vector stores for context, logic nodes for decision-making, and ChatKit for website integration, all without requiring extensive coding knowledge. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:57 - Overview of Agent Builder 02:13 - Overview of

Inside Dan Koe's AI Content Engine

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2025/10/06

Get the exact blueprint to Build A Content Engine Like Dan Koe (Prompts Included): https://startup-ideas-pod.link/content-engine Join me as I chat with Dan Koe where he shares his content creation system that allows him to efficiently produce high-quality content across multiple platforms. He explains how he uses Twitter as a testing ground for ideas, then repurposes successful content for newsletters, YouTube videos, and other social platforms. Dan demonstrates how he uses AI tools to research

How I'd use Sora 2, Claude, and Perplexity to...

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2025/10/04

On this episode I share a comprehensive framework for creating viral videos using Sora 2, Perplexity, and Claude. The process involves researching viral formats with Perplexity, using Claude to generate and evaluate video concepts based on audience psychology, and finally implementing those concepts with Sora 2.Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:32 -Why Sora 2 gives you an unfair advantage 03:02 - Using Perplexity as a research agent 06:07 - Generating concepts with Claude 09:15 - Evaluating

Making $$$ with Mobile Apps ($100K MRR Formula)

The Startup Ideas Podcast ·

2025/09/22

On this episode I breakdown the frameworks for building a $100K MRR mobile app. We dive deep into how to find a niche daily habit to serve, validating demand before building, and creating a strong first-win experience for users. We discuss proper pricing strategies (typically $7-40/month), retention mechanics like streaks, and a multi-channel growth approach combining organic content, referrals, and eventually paid acquisition.Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 02:06 - Overview of $100k Mobile App

My n8n AI agent scrapes Google Maps and makes $$$

The Startup Ideas Podcast ·

2025/09/19

Find $30k/mo local businesses you can start. Get the guide: https://startup-ideas-pod.link/AI-Boring-BusinessJoin me as I chat with James, the Boring Marketer, as he shares how to use AI to identify profitable "boring" local business opportunities that are overlooked by most entrepreneurs. He demonstrates a workflow that scrapes Google Maps data to validate market demand and customer pain points, then uses that information to create targeted content. James emphasizes focusing on underserved niches

This App Hit 2M Users with Creators Who Had 0...

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2025/09/17

Join me as I chat with Cody Schneider where we dive deep into how brands can leverage short-form content creators instead of traditional influencers to achieve better marketing ROI. He breaks down the economics of creator partnerships ($900/month for daily content across platforms vs. $2,000 for a single influencer post) and demonstrates how the for-you-page algorithm allows creators with zero followers to potentially reach massive audiences. The strategy works particularly well for mobile apps,

The YouTube Loophole Printing $1M+ for SaaS Startups...

The Startup Ideas Podcast ·

2025/09/15

Join me as I chat with Cody Schneider about the power of using YouTube Creators for influencer marketing. Cody explains a step-by-step playbook for acquiring customers through YouTube creator partnerships. The strategy involves reaching out to 100+ creators in your niche, offering a three-video package plus affiliate commission, identifying which creators drive the most conversions, then putting top performers on monthly retainers. This creates a scalable system where you eventually have dozens of

what the heck is GEO (AI search, rankings, $$$)

The Startup Ideas Podcast ·

2025/09/12

Join me as I chat with Cody Schneider about AI Search. Cody explains that while AI search (GEO) is generating buzz, it currently represents a small portion of overall search volume compared to traditional search engines. The value lies in highly qualified leads, with conversion rates of 10-40% from AI search traffic. To optimize for AI search, businesses need to identify which URLs are being referenced by AI for relevant queries and work to get their brand mentioned on those

How I Run a $1M+ Startup with AI (7 Workflows You Can...

The Startup Ideas Podcast ·

2025/09/08

Join me as I chat with Rowan Cheung about how he uses practical AI workflows that help his small team at The Rundown operate like a much larger organization. He demonstrates how they use AI for content creation (including AI avatars and writing assistance), business operations (meeting scheduling and email management), and team efficiency (onboarding and research). Each workflow includes specific tools, prompts, and implementation strategies that listeners can adopt for their own

Meet the AI Meme Millionaire

The Startup Ideas Podcast ·

2025/09/03

Join me as I chat with Ben Benkhin, Creator of WOMBO, about how he built mobile apps that achieved over 250 million downloads by identifying emerging AI technologies and making them accessible through simple, user-friendly interfaces. His first app, Wombo, allowed users to animate selfies to sing popular songs, while Dream was an early art generator that predated tools like Midjourney. Ben emphasizes the importance of studying viral content formats and creating apps that help users easily produce

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