

First Time Founders with Ed Elson – Why Caroline Spiegel Built an Audio Erotica App
16 snips Feb 4, 2024
Caroline Spiegel, Founder and CEO of Quinn, shares her journey in creating an audio erotica app aimed at empowering women's intimacy. She contrasts Quinn with traditional adult platforms, highlighting the shift toward safer and more inclusive sexual wellness experiences. Caroline candidly discusses the hurdles of fundraising for first-time founders, especially as a woman in a competitive landscape, and the importance of authenticity in leadership. Her insights into overcoming embarrassment and navigating identity as a founder are both inspiring and relatable.
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Quinn's Origin
- Caroline Spiegel, founder of Quinn, an audio erotica app, was motivated to create the app by her own experience with female sexual dysfunction after recovering from an eating disorder.
- Existing products for women's sexual wellness felt inadequate, leading her to explore alternatives.
The Problem with Existing Platforms
- Existing adult content platforms often have a poor user experience, with intrusive ads and unappealing aesthetics.
- Caroline Spiegel believed there was room for a product that prioritized a better user experience.
Safety and Arousal
- Safety is a prerequisite for arousal, especially for women.
- Existing porn platforms can feel unsafe and exploitative, hindering a positive sexual experience.