I Have An App Idea with Amanda Spann

Amanda Spann
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Ever had an app idea but no clue where to start? I Have an App Idea is the go-to podcast for everyday innovators—like teachers, nurses, barbers and lawyers—who are ready to turn big ideas into real apps. Based on the book of the same name and hosted by serial app entrepreneur and author Amanda Spann, each episode features a candid fireside chat with a successful innovator who built from the ground up. Rooted in the Innovate Anyway movement, the show is Shark Tank before the pitch—step-by-step insights, real talk, and proof that innovation can happen anywhere, with zero tech experience required. Linktr.ee/Ihaveanappidea

Episodes

  1. 06/09/2025

    4. Jack Petion of CoFit – Building Community Through Movement & Lessons from the Fitness App Frontier

    In This Episode of I Have An App Idea… Amanda Spann chats with Jack Petion, founder of CoFit, a community-focused fitness app helping users discover and attend local fitness events led by freelance organizers. Jack opens up about how his day job prepared him for entrepreneurship, what he’s learned about himself along the way, and how CoFit is creating meaningful connections through movement. Whether you're dreaming of launching your own app or just looking for a little inspiration, this convo is packed with real talk and actionable insight. ✨ Let’s Stay Connected + Build Your App Together 📲 Follow Me:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theamandaspann  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theamandaspann 💡 Interested in building an app? Get support + tools here:  https://bit.ly/Letsbuildanapp 📘 FREE 90-Day App Planner  App Idea to Income: A step-by-step guide to skip the guesswork and start building with confidence.  https://bit.ly/Letsbuildanapp 🧠 App Brainstorm Activity  Get clarity on your idea with this simple, guided framework:  https://bit.ly/appbrainstormactivity 💰 App Development Budget Planner  Plan your build with confidence—know the real costs:  https://bit.ly/appbudgetplan 🔒 App Safeguarding Checklist  Protect your idea before you build:  https://bit.ly/appsafeguard ✅ App Validation Activity Guide  Test your idea before you invest:  https://bit.ly/appvalidationactivity 🤖 AI Tools Supercharge List  Use AI to build faster and smarter:  https://bit.ly/aisuperchargelist 💸 Revenue Models for Apps  Discover how top apps make money:  https://bit.ly/apprevenuemodel 👩‍💻 App Developer Interview Checklist  Ask the right questions before you hire:  https://bit.ly/appinterviewchecklist 📊 App Developer Scoring Guide  Score and compare developer candidates with ease:  https://bit.ly/appdevscoring

    52 min

  2. 05/26/2025

    3. Myron Walker of Link Car Care – Mobile Moves & The Second Shot at App Success

    When Myron kept getting stranded with flat tires, he didn’t set out to build a tech empire, he just wanted a faster way to call roadside assistance. Deonna, a nightlife insider, never planned to code an app, she just wanted to stop watching talented DJs struggle to get booked. This episode is a masterclass in turning everyday frustrations into thriving tech solutions, even when you’re figuring it out as you go.  KEY TAKEAWAYS YOU CAN’T MISS Your “Bad” First App Might Be Your Best Teacher Myron’s first app (Link Roadside, built with an overseas dev team) flopped—but taught him everything about milestones, cultural alignment, and protecting his budget. Spoiler: He now uses escrow accounts for every project. Start With a “Good Enough” MVP (You Don’t Need Perfection) Deonna learned the hard way: Overloading your app with features = wasted time. Her pivot? Testing demand with a simple website prototype before coding a single line. The $6.33/Hour Hustle That Built a Car Care Empire Myron started detailing cars out of his Jeep using clients’ water hoses. His secret? Upselling add-ons (spray wax, interior shampoos) to turn $60 washes into $120+ bookings. Why DJs Are the Hidden Goldmine of the Gig Economy Deonna’s aha moment: DJs are drowning in admin work (bookings, payments, taxes). Her app, Vinyl Control, streamlines it all—and solves a problem even venues didn’t know they had. “Trust ≠ Blind Faith” Myron’s rule for outsourcing devs: “If they’re not asking ‘Have you thought about XYZ?’, keep looking.” 🔗 WHERE TO FIND THEM Myron: https://linkcarcare.com/ | Download the Link Car Car app Download here:  https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.link.carcare Deonna:  | IG:    🔗 Helpful Links 📚 Visit the I Have An App Idea Book & Podcast Site: ihaveanappidea.net 🚀 Ready to build your app? Join the official training program: theappaccelerator.com 📸 Follow us on Instagram: →https://instagram.com/theamandaspann  →https://instagram.com/theappaccelerator  📺 Subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/@IHaveAnAppIdea

    55 min

  3. 04/23/2025

    2. Shante Frazier of WellCapped – The Idea She Almost Ignored & How It Changed Everything

    When Shante Frazier co-founded WellCapped, a platform for renting and reselling wigs and hair extensions, she wasn’t even convinced it was the right idea. But sometimes, the things we resist the most are the ones that change everything. In this episode, we dive into how she went from hesitation to building a thriving business, why you don’t have to have everything figured out from day one, and how betting on the right opportunities can unlock freedom, wealth, and unexpected success.   🔗 Helpful Links 📚 Visit the I Have An App Idea Book & Podcast Site: ihaveanappidea.net 🚀 Ready to build your app? Join the official training program: theappaccelerator.com 📸 Follow us on Instagram: →https://instagram.com/theamandaspann  →https://instagram.com/theappaccelerator  📺 Subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/@IHaveAnAppIdea

    46 min

  4. 04/23/2025

    1. E. Mackey of Blvcker – Building Blvcker & The Cost Of Not Knowing What You Don't Know

    In this episode, we chat with E. Mackey, the founder of Blvck Spades and the Blvcker app, a digital community where people can play, learn, and connect through the game of spades.However Mackey’s journey wasn’t without challenges—like many first-time founders, he faced setbacks from not knowing what he didn’t know about building an app. In this episode we’ll unpack his lessons learned, the costly mistakes he made, and how he found his way forward. If you’ve ever felt lost in the process, this episode is for you. 🔗 Helpful Links 📚 Visit the I Have An App Idea Book & Podcast Site: ihaveanappidea.net 🚀 Ready to build your app? Join the official training program: theappaccelerator.com 📸 Follow us on Instagram: →https://instagram.com/theamandaspann  →https://instagram.com/theappaccelerator  📺 Subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/@IHaveAnAppIdea

    55 min
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Ever had an app idea but no clue where to start? I Have an App Idea is the go-to podcast for everyday innovators—like teachers, nurses, barbers and lawyers—who are ready to turn big ideas into real apps. Based on the book of the same name and hosted by serial app entrepreneur and author Amanda Spann, each episode features a candid fireside chat with a successful innovator who built from the ground up. Rooted in the Innovate Anyway movement, the show is Shark Tank before the pitch—step-by-step insights, real talk, and proof that innovation can happen anywhere, with zero tech experience required. Linktr.ee/Ihaveanappidea

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