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Indie Bites

James McKinven

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Short, bite-sized conversations with indie hackers that have started small, profitable and bootstrapped businesses. You'll learn how they come up with ideas, what they do to validate, find those first customers and make a sustainable income. Episodes every Tuesday.
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SaaSy as Fuck Podcast

Jon McGreevy & Alex Radford

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We sit down to chat with experts from all over the SaaS industry to explore their journey to where they are today. Their successes, their failures and everything in between. Produced by the very talented Alex Radford, and hosted by the much less talented Jon McGreevy, SaaSy as F**k aims to help anyone who wants to work in SaaS, or already does. saasyasfuck.substack.com
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Indie Hackers

Courtland Allen and Channing Allen

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Courtland and Channing Allen interview the ambitious indie hackers who are turning their ideas and side projects into profitable online businesses. Explore the latest strategies and tools founders are using to capitalize on new opportunities, escape the 9-to-5 grind, and create their own personal revenue-generating machines. The future is indie!
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In-depth conversations with bootstrapped entrepreneurs building profitable internet businesses. Including both members and friends of the Ramen Club community. Ramen Club is building the community, content and tools supporting founders to ramen profitable, and beyond.
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Expert On Tap is a smart, laid-back tech podcast where founders, developers, and startup minds share real stories over a cold drink. Hosted by Sean Hussey, each episode blends tech insight, startup lessons, and honest conversation—served with craft beer, cocktails, or whatever’s on tap. Whether you’re building your first SaaS, scaling a team, or just love a good product story, this show is your casual corner of the tech world.
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This Indie Life

James McKinven and Dagobert Renouf

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Dagobert spent 5 years and $100K+ to bootstrap a startup and failed with a massive burn out. Every week he invites a new founder to talk about the dark side of entrepreneurship.
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Climbing to freedom – one episode at a time. The Nomad Summit Podcast is for remote workers, freelancers, indie hackers, and founders building lives on their own terms. We unpack what it really means to work without borders, chase freedom, and build something meaningful – whether that’s a business, a lifestyle, or a sense of purpose. Hosted by the team behind Nomad Summit and long-time digital nomad and podcaster Palle Bo, each episode features raw conversations, honest lessons, and practica ...
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A few years ago I caught the "entrepreneurial itch." I've been ferociously reading books, listening to podcasts, reading blogs, and being active in online communities. But the wantrepreneur in me is real. The reality is that it's hard. This is the honest account of myself — in all my struggles and learnings — as I work to become a full-time entrepreneur the indie hacker way. I talk about everything that I learn, all the projects I launch, and everything in between. If you’re obsessed with le ...
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Welcome to the Code and Conquer Podcast, hosted by Tobias Arweiler, indie hacker and founder of Ice Bear Labs. Join us as we dive into the fascinating world of indie hackers, exploring their journeys, challenges, and triumphs. Every episode features a one-on-one conversation with a unique entrepreneur, focusing on their experiences, wisdom, and insights. From $0 MRR to successful startups, learn from these inspiring stories and discover what it takes to turn your dreams into reality. Grab a ...
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Indie Worldwide is where indie hackers come to meet other indie hackers. Every week we interview a successful startup founder, indie maker, or bootstrapper and find out how they did it. Each episode is packed with actionable growth strategies and proven tactics for building your indie startup. Catch our recorded interviews here, or check out one of our multiple monthly live meetups: https://indieworldwide.co/ See you there 🌎🌍🌏 Hosted by Anthony Castrio
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AI Builder Daily Brief is your five-minute shortcut to staying ahead of the world’s fastest-moving frontier: practical, builder-first artificial intelligence. Every weekday, host Ran Chen—Silicon Valley ML engineer turned product-led founder—distills a firehose of research papers, tool launches, and real-world case studies into one crisp audio espresso. No hype, no jargon—just the tactical insights you’d pick up if you worked inside an AI lab (and the mindset to ship faster than the next bre ...
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No More Mondays

Dan Rowden and James McKinven

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No More Mondays peels back the curtain to see what it takes to build an indie business. Following the journey of indie hackers Dan Rowden and James McKinven as they navigate building a micro-SaaS studio and a podcast respectively.
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Learn from your favorite indie hackers as they share hard-earned lessons and tall tales from their data model journeys! Brought to you by Xata — the only serverless data platform for PostgreSQL.
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Tools for Scale

Causeartist

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Grant Trahant interviews early stage founders and product creators for insight on features and strategies they use to scale. Topics include no-code, sass, bootstrapping, content creation, solo entrepreneurship, freelancing, and tons more.
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Startup to Something

Marc and Matt

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A weekly podcast by two indie hackers, Marc and Matt. They share their ups and downs of building their bootstrapped online businesses. They prefer to show instead of teach, so you get to see the real story about what it's like to “startup to something” - raw and unpolished.
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I am interviewing the change makers moving our world forward so we can all learn from them. Main themes include: Entrepreneurship Remote Work Digital nomadism Talent attraction Indie Hacking Expat life Visas And so much more. My boundless curiosity at your service.
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"Welcome to Nickmoses05 Gaming Podcast, the ultimate digital destination for gaming enthusiasts! Dive into the vibrant world of video games with Nick, your enthusiastic and knowledgeable host. Every episode of Nickmoses05 Gaming Podcast is a journey through the latest in gaming news, insightful reviews, and in-depth discussions about the hottest titles and timeless classics. Join us as we explore the ever-evolving gaming landscape, featuring exclusive interviews with industry insiders, exper ...
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Welcome to Expert On Tap—the podcast where tech founders, developers, and startup minds share real stories over a cold drink. This teaser gives you a taste of what’s coming: smart, laid-back conversations about startups, software, product building, and the chaos behind the code. Hosted by Sean Hussey, Expert On Tap is your new go-to for tech podcas…
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Today I’m talking with Flo Schirmer about "sweaty startups", a term for old-fashioned, low-risk businesses that are often service based and unsexy. I’m talking window cleaning, car washing, self-storage, house moving and more. We’re going to discuss if you can do this as a side hustle, if you should do this over a regular software business, and wha…
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Episode Summary: In this episode of 'SaaSy as F**k', hosts Jon McGreevy and Alex Radford welcome Kamil Rextin, founder of 42 Agency. The conversation explores Kamil's humorous approach to agency culture, his journey from a writer in Pakistan to a successful agency founder in Canada, and the evolution of his agency's focus from SaaS to exploring new…
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Ever heard of model collapse? It occurs when AI models are trained on the outputs of previous AI models. And it's not pretty. The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/building-ai-businesses-without-breaking-the-internet/ The podcast episode: https://tbf.fm/episodes/building-ai-businesses-without-breaking-the-internet Check out Podscan, the…
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What happens when a seasoned translator and digital nomad turns a quiet frustration into a startup idea? In this episode, we sit down with Barny Mulcahy, the winner of the Nomad Summit Buildathon 2025 in Chiang Mai, to explore how he's helping authors and creators localize their content for underserved language markets. Barny shares his journey fro…
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RJ Macalanda once sold insurance 80 hours a week – until nodding off at the wheel convinced him to design a life around fishing. In this kickoff episode, he tells Christoph Huebner and Palle Bo how a single Nomad Summit ticket became his launchpad, why TikTok turned him into the go-to consultant for global fishing brands, and the framework he uses …
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Episode Summary In this episode of Sassy as F**k, Jon McGreevy speaks with Federico Jorge, founder of Stack Against, about his journey in copywriting, the evolution of comparison pages, and their significance in the SaaS industry. Federico shares insights on the benefits of comparison pages for SEO and lead generation, as well as the challenges of …
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This is the very first episode of the Nomad Summit Podcast – a short teaser to give you a taste of what’s coming. Hosts Palle Bo, Christoph Huebner, and Alexandra Mosnitska introduce themselves and share why they’re launching this podcast: to keep the global nomad community connected all year round. You'll get insights into what Nomad Summit stands…
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A look into how large companies might be taking advantage of loopholes with Chatbot Arena to skew their AI model rankings. • Is Chatbot Arena a reliable measure of AI model performance?• How does the Bradley-Terry model work in Chatbot Arena?• What advantages do companies with resources have in Chatbot Arena?• How do private testing policies impact…
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Marie Martens is the co-founder of Tally, a form builder she started with her partner Filip, now used by half a million people and are over $150k MRR. Marie was on the pod 3 years ago when they’d scaled to 16,000 users and $8k MRR in 1 year. In that episode we discussed the origin story, getting their first 100 users and how they’d grown so quickly…
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Second brains were all the rage a year ago. Now, it feels like we're not just externalizing our thoughts; we're training a much bigger, much less personal brain. A first brain. THE brain. Is this a good thing? Are we truly the beneficiaries here? The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/ai-is-flipping-our-relationship-with-technology/ The …
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Explore AIModels.fyi's insights into using AI agents for realistic 3D scene generation, focusing on the Scenethesis framework.• How can AI overcome the limitations of traditional 3D scene generation methods?• What role do Large Language Models play in creating diverse 3D scenes?• Why is visual perception crucial for realistic object placement in vi…
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This episode explores an innovative solution for improving long-term memory in Large Language Models (LLMs), based on an insightful article from AIModels.fyi.• How can we make AI conversations more consistent and human-like?• What are the limitations of current LLMs in remembering past interactions?• What is recursive summarization and how does it …
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Exploring the collaborative role of AI in content creation, this episode dives into a cautionary tale about the pitfalls of relying solely on AI-generated content without critical human oversight and how that plays into the creative process. From a blog post about a researcher that collaborated with an AI, we dissect how to avoid producing 'castles…
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Discover how Step1X-Edit is revolutionizing open-source image editing, closing the gap with proprietary models like GPT-4o and Gemini2 Flash using innovative multimodal approaches.• Can open-source image editing truly rival closed-source solutions?• What role do Multimodal Large Language Models play in advanced image manipulation?• How does Step1X-…
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Episode Title: The Strategic Power of a Fractional CMO Episode Summary: In this engaging conversation, Jon, Alex, and Marc delve into the critical role of a fractional CMO in today's marketing landscape. Marc Bitanga clarifies the distinct position of a fractional CMO compared to traditional consultants and agencies, emphasizing its strategic, exec…
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This episode unpacks a recent article from AIModels.fyi focusing on the potential for "scheming" in frontier AI models. We delve into Google DeepMind's framework for evaluating AI stealth and situational awareness, vital capabilities related to AI safety. • Can current AI models exhibit "scheming" behavior?• What are the key elements of "stealth" i…
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This episode explores how AI is reshaping the creative process, shifting from a linear, deliberate approach to a dynamic, feedback-driven system. It examines the implications of AI's ability to generate and test ideas at scale, and the evolving role of humans in this new creative landscape.• Can AI truly be creative, or is it simply mimicking exist…
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This episode explores how AI is reshaping the creative process, moving away from a linear, human-driven approach towards a dynamic, feedback-driven system. It discusses the shift from deep deliberation to rapid experimentation, and the implications for human roles in a world where AI handles generation, testing, and optimization. • Can AI truly be …
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When I started Podscan, I wanted to go full local AI. Self-hosted, self-managed, self-serving. But that tune has changed. Here's what to think about when contemplating a local AI strategy. The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/when-to-choose-local-llms-vs-apis-a-founders-real-world-guide/ The podcast episode: https://tbf.fm/episodes/390…
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This episode unpacks a paradigm shift in how we interact with AI, emphasizing the importance of creating rich, contextual environments instead of just focusing on crafting the perfect prompt. We explore the concept of 'context architecture' and how it can unlock new levels of AI understanding and collaboration.• Is prompt engineering as we know it …
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This episode explores a paradigm shift in how we interact with AI, moving from prompt engineering to context architecture. Inspired by a blog post, we delve into the concept of creating immersive environments for AI to inhabit, learn, and evolve. It’s no longer about telling AI what to do, but about providing the world it needs to thrive as a colla…
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A reflective exploration into the intertwining roles of effort versus inherent predispositions in achieving success. This episode illuminates how understanding your personal 'operating system' is key to crafting effective strategies. • Does hard work always pay off, or are other factors at play?• How much of our success is due to luck, and how much…
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This episode explores the vulnerabilities of AI-powered recommendation systems to attacks leveraging large language models (LLMs), based on a recent post from AIModels.fyi. We discuss how LLMs can be weaponized to undermine these systems and introduce the 'CheatAgent' framework. • Are LLM-powered recommendation systems as secure as we think?• How c…
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Episode 5 part 2 Show Notes Episode Title : LinkedIn Sagas, SaaS Pricing & The AI Revolution (Alternative Titles): * From Small Talk to Big Issues: The Podcast Evolution * Navigating LinkedIn: Personal Stories and Insights * SaaS Deep Dive: Pricing, Targeting, and AI * AI, Creativity, and the Future of Expertise Hosts: Alex Radford & Jon McGreevey …
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Discover how AI can function as a 'reflection mirror,' enhancing self-awareness and introspection. Learn from one man's experiment as he used AI to analyze his daily life and interactions, unlocking deeper insights and promoting personal growth. • Can AI transcribe your thoughts and actions, providing a distanced perspective on your behavior?• How …
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Discover how AI can transform your daily life by becoming more than just a tool, morphing into a cognitive partner for profound self-reflection and awareness. This episode explores a unique real-world experiment using AI to capture and analyze daily activities, revealing the surprising benefits of AI when applied to introspection.• Can AI revolutio…
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Explore how AI can revolutionize self-reflection and personal growth. We delve into an experiment where AI transforms from a mere tool into a cognitive companion. Discover how AI-powered journaling and analysis are unlocking new possibilities for self-awareness and personal development. Is AI the key to unlocking deeper self-understanding? This epi…
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It's time. Solopreneurship works for a while, but it can't last forever. Not for me, not for Podscan. We need help. The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/the-founders-first-hire-when-to-let-go-of-your-weaknesses/ The podcast episode: https://tbf.fm/episodes/389-the-founders-first-hire-when-to-let-go-of-your-weaknesses Check out Podscan,…
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Exploring how continuously listening AI can evolve from a memory aid to a cognitive enhancer and action partner. Discover the Intent-Latency Matrix, a framework for designing AI applications that move beyond simple recall, transforming interactions into seamless, intelligent assistance. This episode delves into the shift from tool-based AI to an in…
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This episode explores the shift from viewing AI as a job replacer to a collaborative partner. We examine how AI is enhancing productivity and transforming daily decision-making, based on a blog post and real-world examples.• Has AI unexpectedly become a co-pilot in your work?• How is AI proactively anticipating your needs and keeping pace with your…
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This episode explores the concept of reusability in AI Builder, showcasing how to break down complex processes into smaller, manageable components that can be reused across different workflows. It features a real-world example of a company automating invoice processing by creating reusable AI models and leveraging Power Automate for orchestration.•…
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Episode Summary: In the first part of this episode, hosts Alex Radford and Jon McGreevey reflect on their three-year journey with the "SaaSy as F**k" podcast. They delve into the emotional impact of discovering another podcast imitating their name and logo, discussing the challenges of plagiarism in creative fields and how it fuels their motivation…
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After a hiatus, The Ramen Club podcast (formerly Ramen FM) is back! For episode 10, I spoke to my good friend friend and long-time Ramen Club member, Elston Baretto (founder of Tiiny Host). Tiiny Host is the simplest way to host and share your work online - uploading HTML, PHP, PDFs & Zip files (plus more soon) in seconds. Started 4 years ago, Elst…
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This episode delves into the paradigm shift in AI, moving from a reactive answering machine to a proactive agent capable of understanding user intent and suggesting actions. We explore the nuances of Agentic AI and how it transforms the task completion process.• Can AI truly understand nuanced user intent without explicit instructions?• How does Ag…
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This episode explores the unexpected capabilities of Agentic AI through two real-world examples. We'll examine how these AI agents move beyond simply fulfilling commands to actively optimize goals and provide insightful, value-driven solutions. Learn how Agentic AI can surprise you with its comprehensive understanding and proactive problem-solving.…
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Explore the transformative potential of AI Builder for everyday tasks and complex challenges. This episode delves into real-world examples of AI-powered task delegation, from calculating international import taxes to analyzing the financial implications of policy changes affecting Harvard University.• Can AI Builder truly handle complex tasks witho…
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This episode delves into a real-world scenario where an AI Builder solution for invoice processing stumbled when dealing with Washington state sales tax, highlighting the importance of understanding jurisdictional tax rules and integrating with tax calculation services. The story emphasizes that AI is only one aspect and the significance of having …
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PMF is MIA without JTBD. Make sense? :D The "job to be done" sits at the core of my customer's use of my product. I need to understand it to understand them. To fathom their needs. This week, I'll share how I approach that — and why it's taken me years to get here. The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/the-job-to-be-done-understanding-c…
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This episode explores the often-overlooked costs associated with importing data into AI Builder and how to automate cost tracking. Learn from Anna's experience implementing an AI-powered invoice processing system and uncovering the surprising impact of customs duties and clearance fees on project ROI.• What hidden costs can drastically impact your …
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Tom Fishburne is the founder of Marketoonist, a bootstrapped marketing cartoon business he started in 2010. He started drawing and sharing cartoons in 2002, and it took him 8 years to make the leap, despite having a successful career in marketing. 15 years later, Tom is still going strong, with the business making money from cartoon licensing, spea…
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This episode shares a story about how AI Builder automated currency conversion (HKD to USD) for a company, saving time and reducing errors, freeing up employees for strategic tasks.• Can AI Builder truly automate complex tasks like currency conversion?• How can AI Builder integrate with existing finance and accounting systems?• What are the key ben…
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A user's experience highlights how the capabilities of a newer AI iteration, o3, transcended traditional chatbot interactions, becoming a proactive assistant capable of complex reasoning and task execution.• How has AI evolved beyond simple question-answering?• Can AI proactively reason and offer solutions beyond user prompts?• What are the implica…
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Discover how a team of amateur astronomers is using AI Builder to revolutionize their search for supernovae and other cosmic events. See how this no-code platform is pushing past traditional business uses. • Can AI Builder’s object detection be used beyond typical business applications?• How can citizen scientists leverage AI to accelerate scientif…
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An exploration into the potential of AI to augment hearing capabilities, based on a real-world experiment that transformed noisy recordings into clear, structured data. This episode examines the implications of AI as a real-world API and the ethical questions that arise with such advanced sensory abilities. • Can AI truly possess "superhearing" and…
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API docs used to be by and for developers. Now, non-technical people use AI tools to build integrations into our SaaS products. We need to rethink how we communicate with them (and the AI agents that write their code). The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/your-api-documentation-is-not-for-developers-anymore/ The podcast episode: https:…
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This week, I'm sharing behind-the-scenes choices that allowed Podscan's growth from a small experiment to a thriving business. I'll delve into the choices I've made and how some have worked better than others. I'll explore the key decisions that have driven our success, such as selecting the right tools and technology, and utilizing AI to enhance t…
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Jack Ellis is the co-founder of Fathom Analytics, a simple, privacy focused analytics tool launched in 2019. I last spoke to Jack on the podcast in 2021, where he talked about the inception and growth of Fathom, taking on a massive incumbent and why Jack loves working with a co-founder. In December 2024, Jack acquired his co-founder’s share in the …
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Join us as we chat with with Jen Igartua. We kick things off by exploring Jen's unique and humorous approach to content on LinkedIn, challenging the platform's typically serious tone and discussing the importance of authenticity in professional settings. Jen shares insights from her journey as CEO of GoNimbly, delving into the critical role of Reve…
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Just how much of your service should a trial user be allowed to "try"? When it costs you real money to supply your product, when and how do you apply limits so that people have to upgrade? That's my challenge this week, and I'll share a concrete example from my journey with Podscan. The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/the-balancing-ac…
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