أفضل بودكاسات Bootstrapped (2025)

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418: Why AI-Generated Code Hurts Your Exit 16:20

4d ago16:20

16:20

We're living through a fascinating moment in software development. AI coding tools can build features faster than ever before. They can scan entire codebases, spot things we might miss, and implement changes across dozens of files in seconds. It's incredible. But there's something we need to talk about. Something that's quietly accumulating in our …

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Observational Storytelling: The Art and Power of Communication 42:58

22h ago42:58

42:58

Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast | Observational Storytelling: The Art and Power of Communication | Episode 66 with Whit Watson Video episode link: https://youtu.be/XlLMkKVSLhE 🎙️ Welcome to the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast! Take a dive into the world of entrepreneurship with host Josh Pies, hippie capitalist and owner of C47 Digital Studios, and joi…

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417: The Best Tech Stack in the Age of AI 15:56

11d ago15:56

15:56

A couple of years ago, I tweeted that “the best tech stack is the one you already know.” To this day, this is one of my most resonating tweets. People keep bringing it back, and founders who've been around for a while seem to particularly agree with it. But AI changes things. Or does it? This episode of The Bootstraped Founder is sponsored by Paddl…

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One Hot Take: Insights on Patent Success 32:10

8d ago32:10

32:10

Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast | One Hot Take: Insights on Patent Success | Episode 65 with Dr. Julie Burke Video podcast link: https://youtu.be/Wq8ui5z6Df8 🎙️ Welcome to the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast! Take a dive into the world of entrepreneurship with host Josh Pies, hippie capitalist and owner of C47 Digital Studios, and join the conversation…

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416: The Ownership Paradox: What Do You Really Control in Your Software Business? 19:12

18d ago19:12

19:12

As I'm building yet another software service business after having built and sold one back in 2019, I keep wrestling with a fundamental question that might sound simple but has profound implications: What do I actually own in this business? This episode of The Bootstraped Founder is sponsored by Paddle.com The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfoun…

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Innovations In Travel and Franchising 49:07

17d ago49:07

49:07

Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast | Innovations In Travel and Franchising| Episode 64 with Dawn von Graff 🎙️ Welcome to the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast! Take a dive into the world of entrepreneurship with host Josh Pies, hippie capitalist and owner of C47 Digital Studios, and join the conversations filled with inspiring stories and actionable tips ai…

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415: Handling Multiple ICPs as a Solo Founder 20:14

25d ago20:14

20:14

This is something I've been wrestling with at Podscan, and I know many of you face the same challenge: you're building a product that could serve two, three, maybe even five different ideal customer profiles. And you're trying to figure out how to keep them all balanced—or whether you should even try. This episode of The Bootstraped Founder is spon…

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The Business of Baseball 44:56

26d ago44:56

44:56

Building Baseball Dreams: Insight with Rochester Red Wings GM Dan Mason | Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast | Episode 63 🎙️ Welcome to the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast! Take a dive into the world of entrepreneurship with host Josh Pies, hippie capitalist and owner of C47 Digital Studios, and join the conversations filled with inspiring stories and act…

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414: The Pure Amateur is Vanishing: Why Everyone's a Performer Now 23:08

1M ago23:08

23:08

I was recently reading an article about The Great British Baking Show - or Bake Off, as we fans of this fun TV competition call it. It was written by someone who had been on the show, one of the competitors, and they were talking about how looking at the show from the inside made them realize something profound: there are no real amateurs anymore. …

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The OrlandoPreneur Entrepreneur Conversation You Wish You Heard 1:40:09

1M ago1:40:09

1:40:09

The OrlandoPreneur Entrepreneur Conversation You Wish You Heard | Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast | Episode 62 🎙️ Welcome to the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast! Take a dive into the world of entrepreneurship with host Josh Pies, hippie capitalist and owner of C47 Digital Studios, and join the conversations filled with inspiring stories and actionable …

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413: We’re Gonna Need a Bigger Moat 25:15

1M ago25:15

25:15

You know that moment when you realize the ground has shifted beneath your feet? I had one of those moments recently. I was watching an AI agent build out a complex feature for Podscan in about twenty minutes – something that would have taken me days to code properly just a year ago. And it hit me: the rules of the game have fundamentally changed. T…

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Building a Packaging Powerhouse From Scratch 1:15:34

1M ago1:15:34

1:15:34

Unboxing Success: Building a Packaging Powerhouse From Scratch | Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast | Episode 61 🎙️ Welcome to the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast! Take a dive into the world of entrepreneurship with host Josh Pies, hippie capitalist and owner of C47 Digital Studios, and join the conversations filled with inspiring stories and actionable t…

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From $200 to $13 Million: Flipping Used Books to Amazon Empire (with Corey Ganim) 14:30

2M ago14:30

14:30

In this episode of the Frugalpreneur podcast, host Sarah St. John sits down with Corey Ganim, a self-made entrepreneur who shares his journey of bootstrapping an Amazon-based business from scratch. Corey recalls the pivotal moment that pushed him to pursue entrepreneurship full-time: witnessing a senior manager at IBM frequently missing family time…

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412: The $0.20/Day AI System That Converts Trial Users Into Paying Customers 25:11

2M ago25:11

25:11

It took me a long while to realize this: AI isn't just something like a chatbot for my customers. AI can work behind the scenes to facilitate getting the right stuff in front of the right people for me, even just to figure out who people are and how I should talk to them. And today, I want to share exactly what I'm doing, how expensive this is to r…

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One Hot Take: Marketing Mastery 26:29

2M ago26:29

26:29

Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast | One Hot Take: Marketing Mastery | Episode 60 with Doug Zarkin 🎙️ Welcome to the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast! Take a dive into the world of entrepreneurship with host Josh Pies, hippie capitalist and owner of C47 Digital Studios, and join the conversations filled with inspiring stories and actionable tips aimed at m…

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Unlocking Global Opportunities: Beyond Borders in Entrepreneurship (with Sally Pederson) 12:12

2M ago12:12

12:12

This episode presents a compelling showcase of a bootstrapped entrepreneur (Sally Pederson) who elucidates the transformative journey of establishing a business amidst unprecedented societal challenges. Sally recounts how the pandemic catalyzed a pivotal realization regarding the necessity for individuals to explore their options beyond the confine…

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Unlocking LinkedIn: Transform Your Networking with AI (with Al Kushner) 13:45

2M ago13:45

13:45

This episode presents a compelling exploration of the transformative potential of LinkedIn, particularly through the lens of artificial intelligence. Al Kushner, a distinguished author and LinkedIn growth strategist, elucidates his journey of bootstrapping a business that empowers professionals to harness the power of this platform. He shares inval…

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411: The Currents of a Founder 19:05

2M ago19:05

19:05

I was reading Brandon Sanderson's latest novel, Wind and Truth, when I came across a sentence that stopped me cold: "A stronger current makes for stronger fish." That's it. That's what entrepreneurship is. We're constantly encountering currents that either facilitate what we want to accomplish—the businesses we want to build, the lives we want to c…

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One Hot Take: Leading Yourself to Success 23:37

2M ago23:37

23:37

Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast | One Hot Take: Leading Yourself to Success With Visionary Leadership Tips | Episode 59 with Dr. Kevin Mays Link to video podcast episode: https://youtu.be/5TQWq6S95GQ 🎙️ Welcome to the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast! Take a dive into the world of entrepreneurship with host Josh Pies, hippie capitalist and owner of C47 …

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2025 Mid-Year Update 1:09:53

2M ago1:09:53

1:09:53

We're back for a mid-year update! The last time we were on the mics together it was January 2025. So what's the outlook 8 months into the year? What we're working on: Jordan's in rocket ship mode on Rosie. Brian's building Builder Methods and YouTubing. Don't be a stranger! Jordan on X: @jordangal Brian on X: @casjam We're still podcasting here: Jo…

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Establishing Effective Standard Operating Procedures & Processes (with Lindsey Huettner) 11:52

2M ago11:52

11:52

This podcast episode serves as a compelling showcase of the entrepreneurial journey, wherein a seasoned bootstrapped entrepreneur (Lindsey Huettner) shares invaluable insights and strategies pertinent to the art of launching a business with minimal financial resources. The discourse elucidates the importance of maintaining a lean operational model,…

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Understanding Client Psychographics > Demographics (with Connor Tyson) 11:12

2M ago11:12

11:12

This episode serves as a profound exploration of the journey of a bootstrapped entrepreneur, Connor Tyson, who elucidates pivotal strategies that have facilitated his ascent in the realm of personal financial coaching. At the crux of his narrative lies the assertion that the cultivation of genuine client relationships is paramount, as it fosters tr…

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410: Building for the Age of AI Consumers 23:34

2M ago23:34

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I think we're at the precipice of a pretty significant change in how we build software products. Obviously, the recent ascent of vibe coding and all the agentic coding tools that we find very useful and highly effective shows a difference in how we approach building products. But there's another change - not just in how we build, but in who these p…

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Direction Over Destination: Finding the Right Business Coach 39:50

2M ago39:50

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Unlocking Entrepreneurial Success with Business Coaching! | Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast | Episode 58 with Business Coach and Trainer Tayler Foutz Welcome to the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast!🎙️Take a dive into the world of entrepreneurship with host Josh Pies, hippie capitalist and owner of C47 Digital Studios, and join the conversations filled w…

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Use Free Trials and Tools to Help Build an MVP (with Jeremy Smith) 13:30

2M ago13:30

13:30

This podcast episode features an enlightening discussion with Jeremy Smith, the founder and CEO of Neural Voice, who elucidates the pivotal role of voice AI in enhancing the sales process within the B2B sector. Smith articulates how his innovative platform facilitates immediate engagement with potential customers, thereby significantly augmenting c…

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409: James Phoenix — Claude Code Masterclass 59:26

2M ago59:26

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James Phoenix is an expert in agentic coding, particularly Claude code, a tool that I have been using to great effect over the last couple months. I chatted with James just a couple days ago and have implemented several of the tips that he gave me during a conversation, and I'm already almost twice as effective at using this already magically effec…

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Work ON Your Business Not IN Your Business (with Benjamin Nevares) 10:39

2M ago10:39

10:39

This episode features a compelling showcase of a bootstrapped entrepreneur, Ben, the proprietor of IE Health. He shares his journey from a passionate fitness enthusiast to a successful business owner, emphasizing the significance of strategic decision-making in entrepreneurship. Ben elucidates the challenges he faced while bootstrapping his busines…

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408: The Podscan Ideas Vault: Engineering as Marketing 21:29

2M ago21:29

21:29

Today I'll be talking about a successful marketing project within my software business that turned out to be so successful that it spawned a business built on top of that business. This episode of The Bootstraped Founder is sponsored by Paddle.com The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/the-podscan-ideas-vault-engineering-as-marketing/ Th…

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The AI Episode: A Chat With Ada Grace 42:52

2M ago42:52

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The AI Episode: A Chat With Ada Grace | Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast | Episode 57 Link to video podcast episode: https://youtu.be/LvBq8Bp7OjY Welcome to the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast!🎙️Take a dive into the world of entrepreneurship with host Josh Pies, hippie capitalist and owner of C47 Digital Studios, and join the conversations filled with i…

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The Art of Decision Making in Business (with Jack Allweil) 12:24

2M ago12:24

12:24

This podcast episode presents a compelling showcase of Jack Allweil, a bootstrapped entrepreneur who divulges the intricacies of his journey toward financial independence through real estate investment. Central to his narrative is the significance of leveraging creative financing methods, which enabled him to acquire properties with minimal initial…

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407: Nick Groeneveld — Exploring AI's Impact on Modern Design 49:39

2M ago49:39

49:39

Nick Groeneveld is a designer and User Experience expert who has been a valued collaborator on Podscan, my own software product. Nick works as a freelancer for a lot of companies that have no in-house design knowledge, and he's been navigating the rapid changes that AI tools like Lovable and vZero are bringing to the design world. With 10 years of …

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The Power of Recurring Revenue (with Andy Ide) 11:14

2M ago11:14

11:14

In this engaging episode, listeners are introduced to Andy, a software engineer who has successfully navigated the complexities of entrepreneurship through his venture, Horse Records. The genesis of his business is deeply rooted in a personal narrative—his wife’s struggle to keep accurate records of her horses catalyzed his journey into the world o…

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406: Making Your Business Sellable (Even If You Never Plan to Sell) 22:22

2M ago22:22

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Today, I’ll share how I’ve been preparing Podscan (and long before that, another SaaS business) to be ready to be acquired at a moment’s notice. This episode of The Bootstraped Founder is sponsored by Paddle.com The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/making-your-business-sellable-even-if-you-never-plan-to-sell/ The podcast episode: https…

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Film Financing Secrets: From No-Budget Films to Indie Success 1:13:55

2M ago1:13:55

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Film Financing Secrets: From No-Budget Films to Indie Success | Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast | Episode 56 with Neal Dhand Welcome to the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast!🎙️Take a dive into the world of entrepreneurship with host Josh Pies, hippie capitalist and owner of C47 Digital Studios, and join the conversations filled with inspiring stories and…

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Avoid Analysis Paralysis by Releasing Your MVP (Minimum Viable Product) and Going From There (with Marian Saint) 13:18

3M ago13:18

13:18

Marian Saint, a seasoned marketing consultant, expounds upon her trajectory from the corporate realm to entrepreneurship, highlighting the nuances of bootstrapping a business. Her narrative commences with her foundational experiences in the insurance industry, where she observed the challenges faced by seasoned professionals transitioning into new …

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Do Not Put All Your Eggs in One Basket with One Client (with Wes Towers) 9:59

3M ago9:59

9:59

The focal point of this podcast episode resides in an enlightening discussion with a bootstrapped entrepreneur (Wes Towers) who delineates the intricate journey of establishing a business with minimal financial investment. Wes articulates the evolution of their career, initially rooted in graphic design, which serendipitously transitioned into web …

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Leveraging Military Leadership In Business 57:48

3M ago57:48

57:48

Leveraging Military Leadership In Business | Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast | Episode 55 with Sean Richards Link to video podcast episode: https://youtu.be/8evgz9-dudM Welcome to the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast!🎙️Take a dive into the world of entrepreneurship with host Josh Pies, hippie capitalist and owner of C47 Digital Studios, and join the con…

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Cashflow and Maintaining Positive ROI (with Nick Jain) 9:31

3M ago9:31

9:31

This podcast episode features a showcase of insights from Nick Jain, the CEO of IdeaScale, who articulates the critical necessity of innovation within organizations. He underscores that without a commitment to innovative practices, businesses risk stagnation, particularly in a competitive landscape where rivals continuously strive for advancement. …

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405: The Friction Paradox: Why AI Might Be Making Us Worse at What We Do 13:44

3M ago13:44

13:44

Today we’ll talk about how AI systems, particularly the ones that do all the work for us, can both massively amplify and hinder our effectiveness. The good get better, and the bad get worse. It's a problem. This episode of The Bootstraped Founder is sponsored by Paddle.com The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/the-friction-paradox-why-a…

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Find Your Core Strengths But Don't Sit Only in That Comfort Zone (with Andre Savoie) 11:25

3M ago11:25

11:25

The primary focus of this episode revolves around the essential strategies for bootstrapping a business, as articulated by our guest, Andre Savoie, a seasoned entrepreneur in the realm of digital marketing. Throughout his extensive experience, spanning nearly two decades, he has discerned that the efficacy of marketing campaigns can vary significan…

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Leveraging LinkedIn for Client Engagement and Growth (with Salvatore Tirabassi) 10:58

3M ago10:58

10:58

This podcast episode presents a comprehensive exploration of the methodologies employed by Salvatore Tirabassi, a professional CFO and entrepreneur, in the realm of bootstrapped business development. Sal elucidates the challenges and strategies inherent in providing CFO services to emerging companies, particularly those that do not require a full-t…

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The Importance of Aligning Hiring Team Members with Business's Core Mission (with John Watson) 9:35

3M ago9:35

9:35

This podcast episode serves as a showcase for a bootstrapped entrepreneur (John Watson) who shares invaluable insights into the realm of business initiation and growth. The primary focus is on the importance of having a clear understanding of one's target audience, which he identifies as vital for success. Throughout the conversation, we explore th…

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404: The Transcription Challenge: Building Infrastructure That Scales With The World 27:47

3M ago27:47

27:47

Today we’ll talk about keeping up with an avalanche of audio data and how I built Podscan’s transcription infrastructure. This episode of The Bootstraped Founder is sponsored by Paddle.com The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/the-transcription-challenge-building-infrastructure-that-scales-with-the-world/ The podcast episode: https://tb…

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Unlocking Tax Savings: The Power of the Spendthrift Trust (with Sally Gimon) 9:04

3M ago9:04

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This podcast episode presents a profound exploration of tax-saving strategies, particularly through the utilization of the Spendthrift Trust, a legitimate mechanism within the IRS tax code. Our guest, Sally Gimon, elucidates her journey as a bootstrapped entrepreneur who has successfully leveraged this trust to effectuate substantial tax savings fo…

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#242: Boredeom 11:57

3M ago11:57

11:57

When you run your own little software company, be it a SaaS or old school downloadable software, and you've been doing it for several years, and you've got through the major initial challenges that were interesting and fun and rewarding to conquer in the first few years, and you've now got to that point where your product revenue is stable, and you…

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403: Amar Ghose — From Non-Technical Founder to SaaS Innovator 44:29

3M ago44:29

44:29

Amar Ghose has been growing Zenmaid from idea to market leader as a non-technical founder. Zenmaid is a SaaS platform that's been helping maid service owners grow their businesses since 2013. Amar is one of those amazing founders who truly embodies the bootstrapping spirit—when his co-founder left early on at just $15k in monthly revenue, he could …

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Project Management Tools are an Entrepreneur Must-Have (with Melissa Chiou) 8:14

3M ago8:14

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This podcast episode presents a showcase of insights from Melissa Chiou, a marketing and media consultant, who elucidates the strategies she employed to bootstrap her business. Central to her narrative is the significance of cultivating a robust mindset, which she posits as foundational for entrepreneurial success. Melissa recounts her journey from…

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