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Every long episode from Greg Isenberg, read in minutes: the key takeaways, the chapters, and a digest of the whole conversation. Subscribe for startup ideas & tutorials on on how to use AI to build & grow your startup. Hey, I’m Greg - CEO of Late Checkout and ex-advisor to Reddit, TikTok, and more. I post videos here from my podcast top 0.1% tech podcast called The Startup Ideas Podcast. You can also liste…

How Will People Make Money in the AI Age?

In the age of AI agents, the landscape of business is undergoing a rapid transformation. This article explores 13 types of businesses poised for success, offering insights into how entrepreneurs can thrive by focusing on scarce inputs, unique experiences, and specialized services.

October 6, 2026

The Right Way To Write With AI

Nicolas Cole, who has made over $30 million writing online, shares his insights on creating valuable content in the AI era. He explains why generic writing is becoming worthless and how to build a "digital brain" to generate trust and customers.

September 21, 2026

Jev is HERE. How to use it

Jev, a new AI model, is introduced as a fundamentally different approach to artificial intelligence, offering speed, quality, and affordability that could unlock numerous startup opportunities. This article explores what Jev is, its unique capabilities, and potential use cases for entrepreneurs.

September 18, 2026

Instinct AI: The AI Assistant for normal people

A deep dive into Instinct AI, the invite-only personal agent app, exploring its features, use cases, and market potential, including a comparison with other AI agents and a look at its unique approach to personal assistance.

September 15, 2026

Building a Software Factory that actually works (Full Course)

Michael Shimele's YouTube channel explains the concept of a software factory, detailing how AI agents can be leveraged to build software efficiently and reliably.

September 14, 2026

You're using GPT-6 Astra WRONG

This episode of The Startup Ideas Podcast features Ras Mic and Greg Isenberg discussing the potential of GPT-6 Astra, focusing on practical applications for making money, boosting productivity, and even building hardware businesses, rather than just showcasing flashy demos.

September 10, 2026

Local AI Clearly Explained

This episode of The Startup Ideas Podcast explores the vast opportunities in local AI and open models, offering a comprehensive guide for entrepreneurs to leverage these technologies for new business ventures.

September 8, 2026

Making $$$ as a Marketing Engineer

The Marketing Engineer is the most valuable person in tech over the next 18-24 months. This new role, powered by AI, will revolutionize how companies generate leads, conduct experiments, and refine their market positioning.

August 31, 2026

WebMCP clearly explained (and how to make $$)

AI agents are about to become a new kind of visitor on the internet, and billions of dollars of wealth will change hands in the process. This article explores WebMCP, a new Google and Microsoft experimental feature that allows websites to expose cleaner actions for AI agents.

August 26, 2026

Grok Bot: make a 1 person company with agents

GrokBot is a new AI agent team tool that allows non-technical users to spin up agent teams and run businesses end-to-end. This episode of The Startup Ideas Podcast features Billy Howell, who shares how he runs his local newsletter business using GrokBot agents.

August 21, 2026

You need to be skillsmaxxing (10x your Claude/Codex)

Remy explains how to use skills and plugins with Codex and Claude Code, and how he runs his entire company with a bunch of skills that get him the best output out of Claude Code.

August 19, 2026

Claude Code New Features, Explained

This video explains how to use Claude Code to create AI employees that can work 24/7, build products, and establish AI-native companies. It details a seven-day setup process to master Claude Code and leverage AI agents effectively.

August 17, 2026

WTF Is an "AI Agent Loop"? Genius or Hype?

In this video, Greg Isenberg invites Professor Ross Mike to clarify the concept of Agent Loops, discussing their potential and pitfalls, particularly emphasizing that while they may be trendy, they can lead to significant costs and inefficiencies for those without unlimited resources. Ultimately, they argue that a human-in-the-loop approach remains essential for successful app development and creativity.

June 9, 2026

Become AI Native in less than 60 mins

In this master class, Greg Isenberg and co-founder Theo Taba explain how to become AI native in under 60 minutes, emphasizing the importance of understanding workflows, skill chains, and the integration of AI into organizational structures to outperform competitors and create significant business opportunities. They provide practical insights and examples that demonstrate how leveraging AI can streamline processes and enhance efficiency.

June 8, 2026

Hermes Agent Desktop: Full Setup + Real Use Cases

In this comprehensive tutorial, Greg Isenberg and Alex Finn explore the newly launched Hermes Desktop app, detailing its features, use cases, and how to maximize productivity while saving costs by effectively managing sessions and profiles. They emphasize the app's advantages over previous platforms, particularly in organizing tasks and enhancing user experience.

June 6, 2026

OpenAI Codex: Build Apps That Work For You 24/7

In this tutorial, Greg Isenberg explores the capabilities of OpenAI Codex and its Codex Sites, demonstrating how to build autonomous applications that can update themselves and utilize features like memory and safe actions. He emphasizes the potential of Codex Sites for creating innovative, self-sustaining products in the tech landscape.

June 4, 2026

9 biggest startup ideas right now (AI, B2C, mobile etc)

In this video, Greg Isenberg discusses the top startup opportunities currently available, focusing on trends like AI, community-building to combat loneliness, and innovative mobile applications that automate tasks. He emphasizes the importance of creating authentic, unscripted content and the potential for businesses that address underserved markets, particularly among older adults.

May 18, 2026

The $1M+ Solo AI Agent Business (Full Course)

In this video, Greg Isenberg and Nick from Orgo explore how to build a $1M+ solo AI agent business by offering clients seamless digital employees that enhance their operations without needing technical knowledge. They provide a comprehensive guide on tools, customer onboarding, and effective marketing strategies to target industries like law firms and marketing agencies.

May 12, 2026

Screensharing How to Start an AI Agent Business Today

In this video, Greg Isenberg shares practical strategies for starting an AI agent business with seven actionable ideas, emphasizing the use of the GenSpark Claw tool to automate processes and build cash-flowing ventures. He encourages viewers to implement these concepts and leverage AI for entrepreneurship.

May 11, 2026

Hermes Agent clearly explained (and how to use it)

Hermes Agent is a powerful personal AI with built-in memory and pre-installed skills, offering a more stable and customizable alternative to tools like OpenClaw.

April 20, 2026

Seedance 2.0: Make 100 AI Ads in 33 mins

In this video, Greg Isenberg explores the groundbreaking features of Seedance 2.0, showcasing its ability to create high-quality AI-generated videos using multi-input capabilities, which allow users to generate complex content quickly and efficiently. The discussion emphasizes practical applications for businesses, including creating ads, AI influencers, and enhancing creative workflows.

April 17, 2026

How AI agents & Claude skills work (Clearly Explained)

Unlock AI agent potential by focusing on context and skills, not complex setups. Learn to build custom, effective workflows for maximum productivity.

April 8, 2026

How I use iMessage and AI to run my life

Lindy AI Assistant leverages iMessage and your connected tools to act as a proactive executive assistant, handling tasks like email triage, scheduling, and meeting prep.

April 6, 2026

23 AI Trends keeping me up at night

AI is revolutionizing business creation, shifting from slow, manual processes to rapid, agent-driven operations and creating new opportunities in vertical AI and outcome-based pricing.

April 1, 2026