The Startup Ideas Podcast

Join me as chat I with The Boring Marketer as we demonstrate a complete n8n workflow automation that can save content creators 10-15 hours weekly by scraping top-performing content, generating new content ideas, and publishing to social. The system uses N8N to orchestrate multiple AI tools that research, write, and even create images for posts, with an optional human review step before publishing. Build an AI Content Automation in n8n: https://www.gregisenberg.com/ai-content-automation Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:58 - Why use this Content AI Agent 03:05 - Demoing the n8n workflow 03:33 - Explanation workflow stages 04:52 - Appify for content scraping 05:57 - Researching Viral Content 06:59 - Content curation and Idea generation 11:47 - Overview of OpenRouter for accessing multiple LLMs 13:23 - Claude 3.7 Sonnet for content creation 14:23 - Prompting Tips 18:05 - Demo of the human review/posting process 22:33 - Get free workflow template Key Points: • The workflow uses N8N to automate content creation by scraping top-performing content from YouTube and X (Twitter) • The system processes this data through various LLMs (including Claude and OpenAI) to generate original content ideas • The workflow can automatically create and publish LinkedIn posts with minimal human intervention • Tools mentioned include Appify (for scraping), OpenRouter (for accessing multiple LLMs), and Claude 3.7 Sonnet (for writing) LCA helps Fortune 500s and fast-growing startups build their future - from Warner Music to Fortnite to Dropbox. We turn 'what if' into reality with AI, apps, and next-gen products https://latecheckout.agency/ BoringMarketing — Vibe Marketing for Sale: https://www.thevibemarketer.com Startup Empire - a membership for builders who want to build cash-flowing businesses https://www.startupempire.co FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/ FIND THE BORING MARKETER ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://x.com/boringmarketer LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jadickerson/

Join me as I chat with Ben Tossell to discuss how non-technical users can leverage OpenAI's Codex to build and modify websites without writing code. The video showcases a practical example of adding a new tab to a personal website through simple text commands, with Codex handling all the coding work. Ben explains GitHub basics, pull requests, and how to manage code changes while emphasizing that this approach makes coding more accessible to beginners. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:28 - What is Codex 02:38 - Explanation of GitHub and repositories 05:54 - Demonstration of adding a new tab to a website 10:53 - Why use Codex if you are non-technical 15:26 - Explanation of merging and closing pull requests 18:18 - Best practices for non-technical people using Codex 21:54 - Tips for Debugging using ChatGPT 23:47 - More advanced use cases beyond personal websites 25:30 - Cloning a Repo and using Codex 30:08 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts on Codex Key Points: • Codex is an OpenAI terminal product that allows users to type in tasks, generate code, and push it to GitHub without writing code themselves • The workflow involves creating tasks, reviewing generated code, creating pull requests, and merging changes • For non-technical people, Codex offers a more accessible entry point to coding than traditional development • Best practice is to start with simple personal website projects before attempting more complex applications: LCA helps Fortune 500s and fast-growing startups build their future - from Warner Music to Fortnite to Dropbox. We turn 'what if' into reality with AI, apps, and next-gen products https://latecheckout.agency/ BoringMarketing — Vibe Marketing for Sale: http://boringmarketing.com/ Startup Empire - a membership for builders who want to build cash-flowing businesses https://www.startupempire.co FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/ FIND BEN ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://x.com/bentossell Ben’s Bites: https://www.bensbites.com

Join me as I chat with Steph Smith to discusses startup opportunities in the AI era, focusing on both AI-enabled ideas and tech-agnostic concepts that remain valuable despite technological disruption. She presents detailed concepts for personal data dashboards, health data integration platforms, and AI-enhanced dating apps, explaining how these ideas address existing market gaps and could be monetized **$5,000 GREG’S LETTER GIVEAWAY (sponsored by Beehiiv)** - No purchase necessary - Open worldwide 18+ (void FL, NY, Quebec, Italy, Spain, Brazil & where prohibited) - How to enter: 1️⃣ Subscribe at http://gregisenberg.com/ 2️⃣ Reply to the welcome email with “Entering the $5K giveaway” (one per person) 3️⃣ **Like the YouTube video and comment what you’d do with the $5k** - Entry window: 19 May 2025 → 26 May 2025 (ET) - Winner chosen at random and emailed on 28 May 2025; must claim within 48 h - Prize: $5,000 USD via PayPal or wire or what the sponsor chooses - Odds depend on entries. Taxes = winner’s responsibility. - Not sponsored by YouTube or any social platform. **Full Official Rules:** https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KSkNYH3lryT9GEXTaFkRYAQaYyla0C-YcXP0IDkNw2Y/edit?usp=sharing Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 03:01 - Startup Idea 1: Open Pages Creator 11:16 - Startup Idea 2: Lead Magnet Creator 14:26 - Startup Idea 3: Integrated Health Dashboard 21:59 - Startup Idea 4: Directory GPTs 24:54 - Startup Idea 5: AI-Powered Dating App Key Points: • Open Pages: Creating customizable personal data dashboards that display lifestyle metrics (fitness, habits, hobbies) • Health Data Integration: A platform that centralizes health information from various sources (CGMs, wearables, medical records) with AI analysis • Directory GPTs: Converting existing web directories into custom GPTs for personalized recommendations • AI-Powered Dating: Dating apps that match based on compatibility metrics beyond appearance using AI analysis LCA helps Fortune 500s and fast-growing startups build their future - from Warner Music to Fortnite to Dropbox. We turn 'what if' into reality with AI, apps, and next-gen products https://latecheckout.agency/ BoringMarketing — Vibe Marketing for Sale: thevibemarketer.com Startup Empire - a membership for builders who want to build cash-flowing businesses https://www.startupempire.co FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/ FIND STEPH ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://x.com/stephsmithio Internet Pipes:https://internetpipes.com/ Surfer Diary: http://surferdiary.com/stats .

Join me as I chat with the Boring Marketer about building efficient marketing workflows using N8N and AI tools. Boring Marketer demonstrates how to use Claude AI with custom MCP integrations to automate keyword research, identify content gaps, and generate comprehensive marketing assets across multiple platforms. The approach focuses on simplifying complex marketing tasks through automation to free up time for more strategic work. Get ideas, tools, and tactics to 10x your marketing: https://www.skool.com/the-vibe-marketers Episode Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:09 - Explanation of Vibe Marketing 04:12 - Automating keyword research 10:06 - MCP integration with keyword tools 15:41 - Analysis of search results and content gaps 20:33 - Creating automated content briefs 22:13 - Generating complete blog posts with proper brand voice 26:49 - MCP Explained 28:38 - Creating social media content from the same workflow 30:39 - Discussion of human review in the automation process 35:02 - Conclusion and the future of marketing Key Points: • Simple workflows in N8N can be more powerful than complex ones for marketing automation • Using Claude AI with MCP integrations to automate keyword research and content creation • Creating comprehensive content strategies based on keyword gaps in the market • Automating multi-format content creation (blog posts, social media threads, images) from a single workflow LCA helps Fortune 500s and fast-growing startups build their future - from Warner Music to Fortnite to Dropbox. We turn 'what if' into reality with AI, apps, and next-gen products https://latecheckout.agency/ BoringMarketing — Vibe Marketing for Sale: http://boringmarketing.com/ Startup Empire - a membership for builders who want to build cash-flowing businesses [https://www.startupempire.co](https://www.startupempire.co/) FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/ FIND THE BORING MARKETER ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://x.com/boringmarketer LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jadickerson/

Join me as I chat with Jonathan Courtney to discuss how AI tools are transforming business operations, allowing small companies to achieve the output of much larger teams. We explore practical applications like content research, ad creation, and workflow automation, while emphasizing that founders should personally master these tools rather than immediately delegating. Episode Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 04:17 - AI Tools Inflection Point 09:44 - Building an Audience with AI 15:06 - The Role of the Human Editor 16:26 - Taste and Intuition in AI 18:36 - Execution with AI Tools 22:06 - Vibe Marketing 24:12 - Best Way to Learn how to use AI Tools 29:12 - The Future of AI Costs 30:14 - Mastering AI Tools 34:31 - Startup Idea: AI Automation Agency 40:14- AI is a Tool, use it Key Points: • AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and specialized platforms can dramatically increase productivity, giving small businesses the output capacity of much larger teams • Business leaders should personally learn AI tools before delegating to their team, mapping repetitive tasks that can be automated • There's currently an "arbitrage opportunity" with AI tools being relatively inexpensive while delivering significant value • Content creation, research, and ad generation are key areas where AI can replace manual processes LCA helps Fortune 500s and fast-growing startups build their future - from Warner Music to Fortnite to Dropbox. We turn 'what if' into reality with AI, apps, and next-gen products https://latecheckout.agency/ BoringMarketing — Vibe Marketing for Sale: http://boringmarketing.com/ Startup Empire - a membership for builders who want to build cash-flowing businesses https://www.startupempire.co FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/ FIND JONATHAN ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jicecream LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-courtney-4510644b/ AJ&Smart: https://ajsmart.com