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#739March 14, 202554:54

2 Trends Hidden in Plain Sight (+ $1M ideas)

About This Episode

Sam Parr and Shaan Puri explore the massive business potential in modernizing the flea market industry and the nine-figure economic success of true crime media empires. They brainstorm several niche media opportunities within the podcast space and discuss how 're-commerce' is becoming a dominant consumer trend for younger generations.

Episode Description

Episode 686: Sam Parr ( https://x.com/theSamParr ) and Shaan Puri ( https://x.com/ShaanVP ) talk about the two trends that could make you rich in the next 12 months.

Show Notes

  • 0:00Trend: Fleamarkets
  • 20:03Trend: True Crime
  • 26:05Business ideas brainstorm
  • 43:52Fyre Festival update
  • 48:27Shaan's dad's travel hacks

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Key Takeaways

1

Flea markets represent a highly fragmented real estate and acquisitions opportunity that can be modernized with premium branding and curated experiences for Gen Z.

2

The true crime genre remains an economic powerhouse where simple storytelling, combined with original journalism and community involvement, can drive eight-figure annual profits.

3

Implementing low-friction payment systems, such as tap-to-pay wristbands used in international food courts, can significantly increase consumer spending in live marketplace environments.

Business Ideas Mentioned

High-End Vintage Flea Market Roll-up

Acquisitions

Indonesian Style Wristband Food Court

Boring Business

Niche Demographic True Crime Networks

Content & Media

Cooperative True Crime Board Games

Content & Media

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Duration54:54
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Ideas Discussed4
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