The Best Consumer Startup Ideas Were "Impossible" Until Now

Michael Mignano, VC partner at Lightspeed and founder of podcast platform Anchor, discusses the transformative moments in consumer tech. He emphasizes how AI is democratizing music and media creation, comparing it to Anchor's impact on podcasting. Mignano dives into the importance of timing for startups, effective growth tactics, and leveraging smaller creators for distribution. He also highlights how AI can shape personalized experiences and reimagine neglected product categories, stressing the need for relentless iteration toward a meaningful goal.