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#131November 6, 202050:46

#126 - A Nonexistant Influencer Pulling in Over $10m and The Big…

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Sam and Shaan explore the future of human connection and media, discussing how AI companions and virtual influencers are generating millions in revenue. They also brainstorm verticalized labor marketplaces and a modern, hyper-local version of GeekSquad tailored for the work-from-home era.

Episode Description

Shaan Puri (@ShaanVP) and Sam Parr (@TheSamParr) discuss: - How do you make podcast ads better? - Shaan and Sam discuss the election and the myths around it. - Ideas around improving live consumption of events. - Sam shares his excitement around Replika (https://replika.ai/) and its implications for the future of relationships. - Shaan brings up Lil Miquela, a non-existing influencer pulling in over $11m. - Can other industries piggyback off the success of RigUp? - The guys discuss the creation of local service franchises that require little upfront capital: Nana and the new Geeksquad. Thank you to our partners this episode: Podium! Podium is an all-in-one SaaS tool that helps your business get reviews. Go to podium.com/mfm for 20% off and a $150 Amazon gift card. Have you joined our private FB group yet? It's a page where people share each others million dollar ideas or what they're already working on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ourfirstmillion.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Key Takeaways

1

Charisma and tribalism are more powerful drivers of human behavior and voting patterns than policy or individual logic.

2

The 'Grandkids as a Service' model demonstrates a massive opportunity in providing tech support and companionship to the aging population.

3

Virtual influencers like Lil Miquela prove that digital-only talent can out-earn human stars while offering brands total control and zero PR risk.

Business Ideas Mentioned

RigUp for Nurse Practitioners

Marketplace

Hyper-Local Home Tech Franchise

Boring Business

AI Mental Health Companion

AI & Automation

Virtual Influencer Production Studio

Content & Media

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Duration50:46
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