Quick Coffee
Patrick Haede und Felix Haas
Welcome to Quick Coffee, the 25 minute podcast by Patrick Haede and Felix Haas. Every week on Thursday Pat and Felix speak about one insightful topic from the startup world, their personal company-building experiences or they invite one unique guest to the show!
At the age of 28, Patrick has been in the startup world for 10 years, co-founded Mapify which got acquired by HomeToGo and afterwards built the Product organisation at Gorillas. Today, he advises early stage companies and is building a new software-as-a-service company.
Felix led design at Mapify, created the early product designs for Gorillas, Arive, Yababa and is the Designer in Residence at Creandum, one of Europe’s most impactful venture capital funds. He is also currently building Blossom, a Berlin and London-based product design studio.
Together, Pat and Felix invest in product and design focused early stage companies and invite the founders as special guests to the show.
We are excited to welcome you to Quick Coffee and look forward to hearing from you at https://quickcoffee.vc or on Twitter at @QuickCoffeeVC.
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Find Pat on LinkedIn and Twitter
https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickhaede/
https://twitter.com/patrickhaede
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Find Felix on LinkedIn and Twitter:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/haasfelix/
https://twitter.com/fhaasj
At the age of 28, Patrick has been in the startup world for 10 years, co-founded Mapify which got acquired by HomeToGo and afterwards built the Product organisation at Gorillas. Today, he advises early stage companies and is building a new software-as-a-service company.
Felix led design at Mapify, created the early product designs for Gorillas, Arive, Yababa and is the Designer in Residence at Creandum, one of Europe’s most impactful venture capital funds. He is also currently building Blossom, a Berlin and London-based product design studio.
Together, Pat and Felix invest in product and design focused early stage companies and invite the founders as special guests to the show.
We are excited to welcome you to Quick Coffee and look forward to hearing from you at https://quickcoffee.vc or on Twitter at @QuickCoffeeVC.
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Find Pat on LinkedIn and Twitter
https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickhaede/
https://twitter.com/patrickhaede
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Find Felix on LinkedIn and Twitter:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/haasfelix/
https://twitter.com/fhaasj
Episodes
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Oct 8, 2025 • 30min
QC#92 VIDEO: The Design Story behind Lovable - Quick Coffee with Nad Chishtie
In this week’s Quick Coffee, Felix and Patrick chat with Nad about his journey to Lovable, the vision behind the product, and the evolution of its design. They discuss the challenges of early product development, the importance of user experience, and the balance between latency and delivering value. Nad shares insights on branding, the learning process, and the significance of understanding user context in design. Grab a coffee and listen in!Our episode overview(00:00:00) Introduction to Quick Coffee and Guests (00:02:01) Nad's Journey to Lovable (00:04:40) Initial Conversations and Decisions (00:06:57) The Vision Behind Lovable (00:10:12) Key Decisions That Shaped Lovable (00:13:19) The Impact of AI Model Evolution (00:16:23) User Experience and Immediate Value (00:18:02) Early UI Designs and Iterations (00:24:45) Balancing Brand and Product Development (00:26:43) Designing for User ContextWant to connect with us? We look forward to hearing from you on Twitter at @QuickCoffeeVC or at https://quickcoffee.vc.Find Pat on LinkedIn and X:https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickhaede/https://x.com/PatrickHaedeFind Felix on LinkedIn and X:https://www.linkedin.com/in/felixhhaas/https://x.com/felixhhaasFind our Guest Nad on LinkedIn and X:https://www.linkedin.com/in/nad-chishtie/https://x.com/nadonomy
Oct 8, 2025 • 34min
QC#92: The Design Story behind Lovable - Quick Coffee with Nad Chishtie.
In this week’s Quick Coffee, Felix and Patrick chat with Nad about his journey to Lovable, the vision behind the product, and the evolution of its design. They discuss the challenges of early product development, the importance of user experience, and the balance between latency and delivering value. Nad shares insights on branding, the learning process, and the significance of understanding user context in design. Grab a coffee and listen in!Our episode overview(00:00:00) Introduction to Quick Coffee and Guests (00:02:01) Nad's Journey to Lovable (00:04:40) Initial Conversations and Decisions (00:06:57) The Vision Behind Lovable (00:10:12) Key Decisions That Shaped Lovable (00:13:19) The Impact of AI Model Evolution (00:16:23) User Experience and Immediate Value (00:18:02) Early UI Designs and Iterations (00:24:45) Balancing Brand and Product Development (00:26:43) Designing for User ContextWant to connect with us? We look forward to hearing from you on Twitter at @QuickCoffeeVC or at https://quickcoffee.vc.Find Pat on LinkedIn and X:https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickhaede/https://x.com/PatrickHaedeFind Felix on LinkedIn and X:https://www.linkedin.com/in/felixhhaas/https://x.com/felixhhaasFind our Guest Nad on LinkedIn and X:https://www.linkedin.com/in/nad-chishtie/https://x.com/nadonomy
Sep 24, 2025 • 26min
QC#91: Brand vs. Product: What matters more?
Felix and Pat dive into the shifting landscape of branding, emphasizing its crucial role in the AI era. They debate the simplicity of Stripe's new logo and its marketing genius versus its recognizability. The hosts explore how a strong brand can be a competitive moat, using Anthropic’s storytelling as a case study. With branding outpacing product development, they underscore the importance of connecting with users on a human level. Founders are encouraged to cultivate personal brands early to ensure their products stand out in a crowded market.
Sep 24, 2025 • 25min
QC#91 VIDEO: Brand vs. Product: What matters more?
In this week’s Quick Coffee, Felix and Pat discuss the evolution of branding in the age of AI, emphasizing its growing importance over product development. They reflect on their journey with the podcast, critique the new Stripe logo, and explore how companies can differentiate themselves in a crowded market. The conversation highlights the need for a strong brand identity and the role of community and values in building successful products. Grab a coffee and listen in!Our episode overview(00:00:00) Introduction and Reflection on Quick Coffee (00:08:45) The Importance of Branding in the Age of AI (00:16:01) Building a Brand vs. Building a Product (00:24:35) Connecting with Users on a Human LevelWant to connect with us? We look forward to hearing from you on X at @QuickCoffeeVC or at https://quickcoffee.vc.Find Pat on LinkedIn and X:https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickhaede/https://x.com/PatrickHaedeFind Felix on LinkedIn and X:https://www.linkedin.com/in/felixhhaas/https://x.com/felixhhaas
Sep 11, 2025 • 37min
QC#90 VIDEO: Building Chat and Voice Interfaces at Lovable & Superscale
In this week’s Quick Coffee, Felix and Pat reconnect after a brief hiatus, discussing personal updates, the challenges of balancing work and family life, before diving into the evolution of voice and chat interfaces in product design. They explore the importance of user experience, the integration of voice technology, and the need for inspiration in using AI tools effectively. The conversation highlights the significance of visual output in enhancing user interaction and the future of conversational interfaces. Grab a coffee and listen in!Timestamps00:00 Welcome Back and Personal Updates 09:04 Exploring Voice and Chat Interfaces 18:39 The Future of Interaction: Voice vs. Visual Output 28:38 Guiding Users in a Voice-Driven WorldWant to connect with us? We look forward to hearing from you on X at https://x.com/QuickCoffeeVCFind Pat on LinkedIn and X: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickhaede/https://x.com/PatrickHaedeFind Felix on LinkedIn and X: https://www.linkedin.com/in/felixhhaas/https://x.com/felixhhaas
Sep 10, 2025 • 38min
QC#90: Building Chat and Voice Interfaces at Lovable & Superscale
In this week’s Quick Coffee, Felix and Pat reconnect after a brief hiatus, discussing personal updates, the challenges of balancing work and family life, before diving into the evolution of voice and chat interfaces in product design. They explore the importance of user experience, the integration of voice technology, and the need for inspiration in using AI tools effectively. The conversation highlights the significance of visual output in enhancing user interaction and the future of conversational interfaces. Grab a coffee and listen in!Our episode overview(00:00:00) Welcome Back and Personal Updates (00:09:04) Exploring Voice and Chat Interfaces (00:18:39) The Future of Interaction: Voice vs. Visual Output(00:28:38) Guiding Users in a Voice-Driven WorldWant to connect with us? We look forward to hearing from you on Twitter at @QuickCoffeeVC or at https://quickcoffee.vc.Find Pat on LinkedIn and X:https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickhaede/https://x.com/PatrickHaedeFind Felix on LinkedIn and X:https://www.linkedin.com/in/felixhhaas/https://x.com/felixhhaas
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Jul 9, 2025 • 27min
QC#89: The rise of founder-led distribution
Founders must now embrace their roles as creators in the startup ecosystem. With AI simplifying product development, it's not enough anymore; personal branding and authentic content take center stage. The discussion highlights the shift in focus from solely building products to mastering distribution and community engagement. Founders are encouraged to forge genuine connections with their audience, utilizing innovative strategies like TikTok for greater impact. It’s a new era where your audience might matter more than your product!
Jun 25, 2025 • 28min
QC#88 Superscale raises $5M and launches
In this week’s Quick Coffee, Felix and Patrick unpack the story behind SuperScale—why it was built, how AI is reshaping marketing, and what it means for founders creating digital products. They touch on product inspiration, the shift to AI-powered creative workflows, and how authenticity still matters in a content-saturated world. Grab a coffee and listen in!Our episode overview(00:00:00) Quick Coffee Reunites in Stockholm(06:25:00) SuperScale Launch & Funding(08:16:00) Why SuperScale Exists(10:40:00) The Apple Ad Test(12:35:00) What SuperScale Does(15:33:00) Authenticity in AI Content(23:54:00) Launching SuperScale GuidesWant to connect with us? We look forward to hearing from you on Twitter at @QuickCoffeeVC or at https://quickcoffee.vc.Find Pat on LinkedIn and X:https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickhaede/https://x.com/PatrickHaedeFind Felix on LinkedIn and X:https://www.linkedin.com/in/haasfelix/https://x.com/felixhhaas
Jun 11, 2025 • 28min
QC#87: Evolution of Interface Design
Dive into the buzz around Apple's new 'liquid glass' design system, sparking both excitement and controversy. The hosts dissect how dynamic, adaptable interfaces represent the future of user experience, moving beyond static designs. They also tackle Apple's vision for personalized UIs that transform based on individual usage patterns. The conversation touches on Siri's shortcomings and Apple's missed chances for a more intelligent, integrated design. Get a glimpse into how AI might shape our interactions with technology.
Jun 4, 2025 • 30min
QC#86: Top 3 learnings in building AI products
Join a thought-provoking conversation as the hosts explore their journeys through AI's impact on everyday life. They discuss how parenting sharpened their insights into technology and creativity. With user interfaces rapidly evolving, they emphasize the need for software developers to embrace intuitive, voice-driven designs. The shift towards unified, context-driven interactions signals the end of traditional apps. This insightful dialogue offers practical advice on navigating the AI landscape and reimagining the future of application design.
