The Startup Ideas Podcast

In this conversation, Riley Brown, the creator of the Vibe Code App, shares insights on enhancing AI capabilities using MCP (Model Context Protocol) with Claude. He demonstrates practical applications like integrating Notion databases for content creation and automating thumbnail generation through Glyph. Riley emphasizes the productivity benefits of these tools despite the technical setup involved. He also discusses the future of streamlined workflows and how AI can fuel startup innovation, making it accessible for founders.

Jonathan Courtney, the founder of AJ&Smart, dives into the fascinating world of sales funnels. He reveals how to convert cold leads into loyal customers through strategic offers. Discover the secrets behind a self-liquidating funnel that earned $180,000 upfront and more on the backend. Jonathan details webinar funnels as a key strategy for software sales and emphasizes the importance of clear messaging and customer goals in funnel design. Tune in for practical tips that can boost your revenue!

Dive into the world of Perplexity Labs and discover how its AI agents revolutionize business tasks. Experience the creation of captivating film storyboards and comprehensive sales lead lists. See remarkable content strategies and financial analyses brought to life with impressive detail. Explore innovative tools that automate outreach for startup founders, merging AI with investment insights. It's a fascinating journey into how AI can enhance marketing and strategic decision-making in today's fast-paced landscape.

Discover 17 innovative strategies for generating startup ideas in the AI era! Learn how to use ChatGPT to identify tedious workflows and mine your own usage history for potential products. Explore online platforms like Reddit to unearth unaddressed needs and analyze friction points between tools for opportunities. Delve into service marketplaces to spot manual tasks that could benefit from automation. This discussion is packed with practical insights for both aspiring and seasoned entrepreneurs looking to innovate!

Jack Friks, who built a remarkable $20K/month SaaS from his bedroom, discusses his unique journey utilizing organic social media marketing. He reveals how starting a fresh account and studying viral content can pave the way to success. Jack emphasizes the importance of patience, often needing 30-100 posts to hit the right formula. He shares valuable insights on warming up accounts and converting views into app downloads with strategic calls-to-action, showcasing the power of innovative engagement techniques and even AI in content creation.

Meng To, Founder of Aura and educator at Design Code, discusses the nuances of elevating AI-generated designs beyond the generic. He explains how tailored prompts can significantly enhance the uniqueness of designs by focusing on typography, layout, and color. Contemplating on the common pitfalls of bland designs, he emphasizes that thoughtful design fosters user trust and can boost pricing power for startups. Meng shares practical tips on using AI tools effectively, advocating for a distinctive and emotionally resonant design approach.

In this insightful conversation, Sherry Jiang, founder of the AI-native personal finance app Peek, shares her innovative journey. She discusses how 'vibe coding' enabled rapid prototyping, combined with user testing to refine the app. Sherry highlights the power of building in public on social media for user growth, achieving thousands of users within a month. The use of AI tools for both app development and marketing is a focal point, showcasing how technology can enhance user engagement and content creation, making finance more accessible and enjoyable.

Dive into a 35-step playbook for launching profitable startups in the AI era! Discover how to identify underserved niches and build engaged audiences as you leverage AI tools for product development. Find out why creating a cohesive business ecosystem beats isolated products. The discussion highlights effective marketing strategies, the importance of retention, and building a portfolio of complementary businesses. Plus, the hosts stress the value of having fun while innovating and ensuring your startup remains aligned with market trends.

Join me as I chat with filmmaker PJ Accetturo breaks down his process for creating viral AI commercials using Google's Veo 3 technology. He walks through his step-by-step approach for a pharmaceutical ad parody that went viral, explaining how to craft engaging scripts with ChatGPT, generate video with Veo 3, and edit the final product. PJ also shares strategies for monetizing these skills through various business models, emphasizing the importance of finding your niche and creating content that stands out in an increasingly saturated market.Timestamps:• 00:00 - Intro• 01:24 - What you’ll learn• 02:48 - PJ's viral pharmaceutical commercial• 05:27 - Ideation• 12:46 - Script writing process with ChatGPT• 16:29 - Creating prompts from the script for Veo3• 21:15 - Prompting Veo3• 21:55 - Cost of producing the video on Veo3• 23:06 - Stitching together the videos • 25:20 - Viral Template for Social Media• 30:15 - Startup ideas for AI video creationKey Points:• PJ demonstrates how to create viral AI commercials using Google's Veo 3, breaking down his process for a pharmaceutical ad that received millions of views• The formula combines technical execution with viral storytelling techniques, focusing on setting up norms and then subverting them unexpectedly• The workflow involves using ChatGPT to generate scripts and prompts, then feeding those into Veo 3 to create video clips• PJ outlines 10 different ways to monetize AI video creation skills, from direct client work to building a personal brandThe #1 tool to find startup ideas/trends - https://www.ideabrowser.comLCA helps Fortune 500s and fast-growing startups build their future - from Warner Music to Fortnite to Dropbox. We turn 'what if' into reality with AI, apps, and next-gen products https://latecheckout.agency/BoringMarketing — Vibe Marketing for Sale: http://boringmarketing.com/Startup Empire - a membership for builders who want to build cash-flowing businesses https://www.startupempire.coFIND ME ON SOCIALX/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/FIND PJ ON SOCIALX/Twitter: https://x.com/PJaccetturo PJ’s newsletter: https://pjace.beehiiv.com

**Sign up for free thttps://www.ideabrowser.com for startup ideas AND to participate in the giveaway** (full rules below)Join me as I chat with Brett from Designjoy as he walks through his process for creating high-quality AI-generated designs and videos using a combination of tools. He demonstrates how non-designers can create professional-looking content by using ChatGPT to generate sophisticated prompts, Midjourney to create styled images, and Runway to add motion. Brett emphasizes that while these tools aren't perfect, they make design accessible to everyone and can produce consistent, cohesive branding assets quickly.**$5,000 GREG’S GIVEAWAY (sponsored by Bolt.new)**- No purchase necessary- Open worldwide 18+ (void FL, NY, Quebec, Italy, Spain, Brazil & where prohibited)- How to enter:1️⃣ sign up for free at https://www.ideabrowser.com/ 2️⃣ **Like the YouTube video and comment what you’d do with the $5k**- Entry window: 26 May 2025 → June 10th 2025 (ET)- Winner chosen at random and emailed on 03 June 2025; must claim within 48 h- Prize: $5,000 USD via PayPal or wire or what the sponsor chooses- Odds depend on entries. Taxes = winner’s responsibility.- Not sponsored by YouTube or any social platform.**Full Official Rules:** https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KSkNYH3lryT9GEXTaFkRYAQaYyla0C-YcXP0IDkNw2Y/edit?usp=sharingTimestamps:00:00 - Intro00:42 - Giveaway02:47 - Why anyone can use these tools04:08 - Higgs Field for easy video creation07:13 - MidJourney and other Image Gen Tools09:35 - Explanation of prompts, image references, and style references10:57 - ChatGPT for prompt creation15:16 - The process of generating AI assets 18:34 - Creating a motion video with Runway21:55 - Startup Idea: AI Creative Agency 25:12 - Runway Video Result26:16 - Making these assets into Ads28:04 - Final ThoughtsKey Points:• Brett demonstrates how AI tools like Higgs Field, Midjourney, and ChatGPT can be used together to create professional-quality designs and videos• The process involves using ChatGPT to generate prompts, Midjourney for image creation, and Runway for adding motion to static images• Brett emphasizes that these tools are accessible to non-designers and don't require special skills beyond basic prompting• Creating cohesive branding assets is highlighted as one of the biggest current opportunities in AI designThe #1 tool to find startup ideas/trends - https://www.ideabrowser.comLCA helps Fortune 500s and fast-growing startups build their future - from Warner Music to Fortnite to Dropbox. We turn 'what if' into reality with AI, apps, and next-gen products https://latecheckout.agency/Thanks to Bolt.new for sponsoring the $5k!BoringMarketing — Vibe Marketing for Sale: https://www.thevibemarketer.comStartup Empire - a membership for builders who want to build cash-flowing businesses https://www.startupempire.coFIND ME ON SOCIALX/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/FIND THE BRETT ON SOCIALX/Twitter: https://x.com/BrettFromDJ Design Joy: https://www.designjoy.co