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The Startup Ideas Podcast Greg Isenberg
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4.8 • 146 Ratings
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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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Silicon Valley founder shares 3 of her best 150+ ideas
Join us for an engaging conversation with Dani Grant, Co-Founder and CEO of Jam.Dev, as we explore a wide range of startup ideas and business opportunities
1) K-pop style factories for unicorn startup hires• Target: Specialized roles like first growth marketer or dev evangelist• Idea: Train people specifically for these high-demand positions• Monetization: Startups pay premium for ready-to-go talent• Key insight: Flips coding bootcamp model on its head
2) Bounty program for dev evangelism• Pre-hire solution for startups• Deliverables: Docs, tutorials, starter repos, videos• Workers: Junior devs worldwide• Edge over Fiverr: Higher quality bar, specialized reviews
3) Let millennials invest in VC funds• Create a shadow LP for public access to top VC funds• Target: 25-year-olds wanting to invest $100 in A16Z’s fund• Caveat: Likely won't work due to VC resistance• Food for thought: What else do millennials want to invest in?
4) "So Far Sounds" for X• Inspired by SoFar Sounds' successful model• Format: 3 short talks (comedy, science, etc.) in 60 mins• Key: High-quality, curated experiences• Insight: Events industry ripe for innovation
5) Dani’s advice for startup founders• Choose an idea you'll love for 10-20 years• Ensure it's fascinating enough to discuss constantly• Have a rough idea of the "idea maze" ahead• Consider how the business type will shape your lifestyle• Bonus insight: "Moats are dead. Brand is the only moat."
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Dani’s startup ideas: https://www.notion.so/b598df2c46ac4969af1ac28553d82411?pvs=21
Jam.Dev's pitch deck: deck.jam.dev
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Episode Timestamps: 0:00 Intro03:21 Startup Idea 1: K-pop style factories for unicorn startup hires13:15 Startup Idea 2: Bounty program for dev evangelism16:36 Startup Idea 3: Let millennials invest in VC funds19:49 Startup Idea 4: "So Far Sounds" for X25:11 Dani’s advice for startup founders -
3 crypto startup ideas: dating app, luxury watch marketplace, tutoring platform
Join us for an engaging conversation with Ben Rubin, Co-Founder and CEO of Here Not There Labs, as we explore a wide range of startup ideas and business opportunities
1) Dating app with on-chain reputation:• Track user behavior (response time, follow-through on dates)• Use data to predict compatibility• Reward good actors, discourage bad behavior
2) Luxury watch marketplace:• Use RFID & blockchain to verify authenticity• Create NFTs tied to physical watches• Enable trusted P2P transactions• Build exclusive communities for watch enthusiasts
3) Tutoring/coaching platform:• Match students with teachers based on "fit" not just reputation• Track engagement & retention to measure success• Create efficient markets for education
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Episode Timestamps:
0:00 Intro02:32 Crypto and Blockchain’s value proposition
12:53 Startup Idea 1: Dating app with on-chain reputation
27:28 Startup Idea 2: Luxury watch marketplace
46:10 Startup Idea 3: Tutoring/coaching platform -
How to build a profitable Faceless YouTube Channel in 72 Hours
I’m joined by Jonathan Courtney, Co-Founder and CEO of AJ&Smart, to explore the growing trend of Faceless YouTube channels
What are faceless YouTube channels? • No visible creator• Voiceover narration• Can be high-quality content or "absolute dog shit"• Huge opportunity for creators who don't want to be on camera
Tools to get started• ChatGPT/Claude for scripts• Gummy Search for topic research• DALL-E 2 for image generation• Crayo for video creation• Eleven Labs for AI voiceovers• vidIQ/ViewStats for optimization
Choosing your niche is crucial• Target specific lifestyles or communities• Examples: anti-smartphone, keto diet, video game lore• Focus on high-impact, underserved areas• Build products/services for your audience later
Examples of successful faceless channels• Lemmino (history & mysteries)• Internet Historian• The Infographics Show (14.3M subs!)• Daily Dose of Internet
Why start a faceless YouTube channel?•Build an audience without personal exposure• Learn about AI tools and audience building• Potential to quit your job if successful• Create valuable, shareable content
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Links Mentioned: Faceless Channel Notion Board: https://becomeviral.notion.site/6-Figure-Channel-List-c9c95a3a06ff4ec891093c3fb06f11ae
Episode Timestamps:
00:00 Intro02:13 Faceless YouTube Channels Explained14:50 Framework and Tools for Creating Faceless YouTube Channels19:58 Choosing a Niche for Faceless YouTube Channels25:50 Examples of Successful Faceless YouTube Channels34:15 Benefits of Starting a Faceless YouTube Channel -
Niche Startup Ideas: Hedge Fund Data/Info Business, Expert Network, & AI-Generated Kids' Music
Join us for an engaging conversation with Jesse Pujji, Founder and CEO of Gateway X, as we explore a wide range of startup ideas and business opportunities
1) Hedge Fund Information Business
• Sell insights to hedge funds for $100-200k/year• Use reverse auction: only 20 clients get access• Potential $10M+ EBITDA business
2) Verticalized Expert Networks
• Focus on specific industries (e.g., marketing, IT, healthcare)• Connect experts with businesses needing insights• Target both Wall Street and industry professionals• Differentiate through specialization• Example: Marketing-centric expert network• Potential $10M+ EBITDA business
3) Demographic-Specific Supplements
• Create multivitamins for specific ethnic groups• Target $100/month price point• Potential 9-figure business with 100k subscribers
4) AI-Generated Kids' Music on Spotify
• Use AI to create catchy, simple songs for kids• Mimic successful artists like Parry Gripp• Create multiple "ghost" Spotify channels• Potential for passive income stream• Potential $1M+ business
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Episode Timestamps: 0:00 Intro
02:56 Startup Idea 1: Hedge Fund Information Business
06:47 Startup Idea 2: Verticalized Expert Networks
11:54 Jesse’s framework for finding and launching businesses
24:36 Startup Idea 3: Demographic-Specific Supplements
41:36 Startup Idea 4: AI-Generated Kids' Music on Spotify -
I can't believe he gave away these $1M+/year startup ideas
Neer Sharma shared 6 startup ideas and the frameworks he would use to grow them:
1) Baby Fund: a JustGiving for parents to raise money that can only be invested into their kid’s future
• Crowdsource money from family/friends at baby showers• Invest only in index tracker funds• Could help solve the "can't afford kids" problem for millennials.
2) Anti-Spend: The app that gamifies saving money
• Track money you DON'T spend• Show future value of savings• Create dopamine hit from NOT buying• Growth hack: Tap into FIRE and minimalism movements on TikTok
3) Cold Turkey: Gamified app to help people quit vaping
• Real-time counter shows how long you've been "cold turkey"• Mini-games to distract during cravings• Social sharing for accountability• Potential to expand to other addictions.
4) Gold Stars: Gamification app for parents to motivate kids
• Think: "Starbucks app, but for kids"• Parents set tasks, kids earn stars• Unlock rewards at milestones (e.g. 100 stars = $10 Amazon item)
5) Long Live Research Inc: Personalized longevity research summaries
• Input your health concerns/family history• Receive summaries of relevant academic papers• Target the "don't die" community (e.g. Bryan Johnson fans)• Easiest to start, potentially most profitable.
6) Ayurvedic Products for the West: Rebrand Indian health products• Create algorithm-breaking packaging and content• Leverage TikTok Shop and influencer marketing• Key: Make it VISUALLY scroll-stopping for maximum algo impact!
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Episode Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
02:07 Startup Idea 1: Baby Fund: JustGiving for Parents
09:54 Startup Idea 2: Anti-Spend: app that gamifies saving money
22:26 Startup Idea 3: Cold Turkey: app to help people quit vaping
32:21 Startup Idea 4: Gold Stars: app for parents to motivate kids
40:22 Startup Idea 5: Personalized longevity research summaries
45:35 Startup Idea 6: Rebrand Indian health products -
8 startup ideas backed by data/trends to get you paid (steal these $1M+/year ideas)
Cody Schneider the Manic Startup Idea Machine is back. He's full of 7 figure ideas:
1) Blue Collar Startups (Window Cleaning, Power Washing, Lawn Mowing)
Low start up costsOptimize Google My Business listingUse AI to write keyword-rich descriptionsScale into an agency, then buy portions of other companiesPotential for $1M-$5M/year business2) Costco-style Membership Club
Target growing "Buy It For Life" subreddit (2.3M members)Curate high-quality, long-lasting productsOffer subscription model (like Costco)Potential for $5M-$20M/year business3) Dumb Appliances Brand
Create simple, long-lasting appliances (no smart features)Target people frustrated with over-complicated productsFocus on reliability and ease of usePotential for $1M-$10M/year business4) AI-Powered Print-on-Demand Mockup Generator
Use AI to create product mockups for print-on-demandTarget $6.8B market growing at 18% YoYPotential for $1M-$10M/year business5) AI Grant Finder and Writer
Tap into $2.5B grant management software marketCreate all-in-one solution for finding and applying for grantsAutomate grant writing proces6) Programmatic SEO for E-commerce
Build massive websites with AI-generated contentTarget businesses with large product catalogsCreate millions of landing pages for long-tail keywords7) Curated Book Subscription Service
Use AI to recommend books based on influencers/expertsTarget specific niches or industriesInclude key insights from recommended booksMonetize through subscriptions and Amazon affiliates8) Renewable Energy Land Acquisition
Leverage public data on best locations for wind/solar farmsConsider starting a fund to buy strategic locationsTake advantage of government subsidies and tax benefitsPotential for massive returns over 20-30 year periodWant 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)
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Links Mentioned: Cody's Recommendation for Google Indexing Service: https://t.me/SpeedyIndexBot?start=5190421326
Episode Timestamps:0:00 Intro
02:04 Startup Idea 1: Sweaty Startup
14:41 Startup Idea 2: Sweaty Startup HoldCo
27:17 Startup Idea 3: Buy-it-for-life brands Deal Club
33:00 Startup Idea 4: Curated Book Subscription Box
39:10 Startup Idea 5: Dumb Appliances
47:21 Startup Idea 6: AI-Powered Print on Demand Mock up Business
51:43 Startup Idea 7: Dynamic Landing Page Generator Agency
55:31 Startup Idea 7: AI Grant Writer
1:01:15 Startup Idea 8: Solar/Wind Farm
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