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NF-Twins

Identical Twins that love building in the AI space and nerd out on everything related to AI and startups! When you go to a restaurant and immediately start counting the tables to see how much money they might make, you came to the right place.Join us on our journey from 0s to AI heroes! 🦸#ai #aitools #aistartups

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  1. 148

    Why You Keep Self-Sabotaging (Even When You Know Better) | Jenifer Merifield

    Episode #157: Why do we self-sabotage even when we know exactly what we should be doing?Jenifer Merifield joins us to unpack the psychology behind self-sabotage, procrastination, identity and behaviour change.We explore how your subconscious and nervous system can influence decisions before your conscious mind gets involved, why stepping outside your comfort zone can feel “wrong,” how childhood experiences and your environment shape your perception of the world, and how to tell the difference between genuine intuition and simple unfamiliarity.Jenifer also explains why information alone rarely changes us, why becoming a different version of yourself may need to come before achieving different results, and why the other side of discomfort is often freedom.We also somehow end up talking about identical twins, raisins, eating frogs, cold calling, “Can we talk?”, AI wombs and a few other places we definitely didn't expect the conversation to go.Jenifer Merifield is an Excellence Mentor and Master Integration Coach and the creator of the Extraordinary Life Process™ and Extraordinary Edge Collective™.#SelfSabotage #Psychology #Mindset #PersonalDevelopment

  2. 147

    Adam Spector: The AI Race, Future of Work & Why We’re Not Ready

    Episode #156: Adam Spector is back six months after our first conversation, so we decided to check which of his AI predictions actually came true.We talk about why AI may make the best workers of the future look more like managers than specialists, with individuals potentially coordinating dozens of digital workers simultaneously.Adam explains why generalists could become increasingly valuable, why AI is making creation dramatically cheaper while verification becomes more important, and why many software businesses could become increasingly difficult to defend.We also explore one of the most interesting second-order effects of the AI boom: what happens if more and more of the world's capital starts flowing toward compute?If companies like Meta, Anthropic and OpenAI can generate enormous returns from additional computing power, they may be willing to pay more for capital than homeowners, businesses and even governments — potentially reshaping the entire economy.Then we get into the AI race itself: systems breaking out of intended constraints, why companies struggle to slow down even when they believe the technology is dangerous, AI regulation, job displacement, robotics, self-driving cars and whether society is actually prepared for what's coming.We also discuss Chore, managing AI agents, Cursor, China, hardware startups, Waymo, Wispr Flow, venture capital, longevity and Adam's predictions for the next six to twelve months.Adam Spector is a four-time founder, founder of Chore and an investor in more than 200 startups.#AI #FutureOfWork #AIAgents #Startups #Technology

  3. 146

    He Helped Fix Twitter. Now He’s Building AI Infrastructure (William Morgan)

    In this episode, we sit down with William Morgan, founder and CEO of Buoyant, to talk about how he turned Linkerd into a successful open source business and what it takes to build infrastructure for the next wave of AI. We cover the Twitter chaos that inspired Linkerd, why Rust was the right choice for a mission-critical system, and how Buoyant figured out the hard way which features companies will actually pay for.We also get into the future of AI infrastructure, including why running models inside company environments matters, how enterprises think about compliance and control, and what changes are coming as GPU costs shift. If you’re interested in open source, Kubernetes, AI infrastructure, or founder lessons from the trenches, this one is packed with insights.#aiinfrastructure #opensource #buoyant #ai

  4. 145

    Cory Blumenfeld On Why AI Alone Won’t Build Your Business

    Episode #154: Cory Blumenfeld has built five companies across industries he did not know going in, from driveway repair to healthtech, fintech, outsourcing, customer success, and LinkedIn personal branding.He exited CoHealth to ACTO, co founded Caribou, raised over $3M, and now runs BlueMoso and Linked Agency remotely from Playa del Carmen.In this episode, we talk about the big mistake many founders are making right now: thinking AI means they do not need a team.Cory explains why AI can make founders faster, but also turns them into the bottleneck even quicker once traction hits. We discuss what founders should delegate first, how to build with virtual assistants, why outsourcing often fails, and why the real challenge is not operational. It is emotional.We also cover founder ego, remote teams, personal brand, LinkedIn ghostwriting, building in unfamiliar industries, and what it actually means to build a company that does not depend on you doing everything yourself.#AI #Startups #Entrepreneurship #Outsourcing #Delegation #FounderLife #RemoteTeams #BusinessPodcast #NFtwins

  5. 144

    Her Invention Was Stolen by a Billion $ Company | Amanda Sima

    In this episode (153), the twins talk to Amanda Sima. Amanda Saima is a serial founder, inventor, and entrepreneur who has built businesses in collegiate apparel, consumer products, and now media.In this episode, Amanda shares how a vintage Ohio State sweater inspired her first company, how she got into the complex world of collegiate licensing, and what she learned from sourcing products internationally.Then the conversation turns into a full founder thriller: Amanda explains how she created a patented disposable kids’ cup lid, why she believed it could be a billion-dollar idea, and how a major corporation allegedly copied it after she shared the concept with a manufacturer.We talk about patents, copycats, lawsuits, founder resilience, and why entrepreneurs have to turn pain into progress.#founderstory #startup #patents

  6. 143

    Why Most FinTech Startups Fail: Rejection, AI & Distribution | Vince Solo

    Most founders love building. Fewer love selling. And according to Vasyl “Vince” Soloshchuk, that’s exactly where many startups go wrong.In this episode, we talk about why rejection is one of the most valuable forms of startup data, why founders need to talk to customers earlier, and why traction beats a smart-sounding idea every time.We also dive into FinTech, AI, distribution, data infrastructure, investor red flags, burn rate mistakes, and why execution matters more than vision.A practical episode for founders, operators, and anyone trying to build something real instead of just building something impressive-looking.

  7. 142

    Why AI Needs Observability And What’s Coming Next | Todd Persen

    In this episode, we talk with Todd Persen, CTO of Hydrolix, about the invisible infrastructure behind modern software, AI systems, and the internet.We break down what observability actually means, why startups should care about it earlier than they think, and how AI agents may soon rely on logs and telemetry to detect bugs, fix systems, and monitor infrastructure in real time.We also get into massive data scale, the future of bot traffic, agentic commerce, software architecture, and why the real challenge in technology is often not just code, but getting people to work well together.This is a fascinating conversation about AI, engineering, startups, and the systems quietly powering the digital world.

  8. 141

    Why Most Entrepreneurs Fail And How To Win | Mike Foster

    Why do most entrepreneurs fail?In this episode, we talk with Mike Foster about what actually drives success in business.We break down why execution matters more than ideas, why chasing revenue is often a mistake, and how most founders misunderstand pricing, margins, and growth.Mike shares lessons from over a decade of coaching entrepreneurs, including how to:build better teamsavoid bad clientsimprove decision makingand define success on your own termsWe also explore mindset, resilience, hiring, AI, and the real psychology behind entrepreneurship.If you want to build a business that actually works, this episode is for you.

  9. 140

    Why Fertility Is Collapsing And Nobody Talks About It | Kirsten Karchmer

    Are we becoming less fertile as a species?In this episode, we talk with Kirsten Karchmer about the growing fertility crisis and what may be driving it. We cover sperm quality, plastics, stress, overtraining, poor sleep, blood sugar, PCOS, birth control, and why many people ignore the warning signs until they want to have kids.Kirsten also shares her own story of being diagnosed with MS at a young age, how that pushed her into holistic medicine, and why she is now building Conceivable to make fertility and women’s health support more accessible through AI and personalized care.This is a fascinating conversation about health, hormones, lifestyle, and the future of fertility.

  10. 139

    How To Validate A Startup Idea Before You Build It | Ohad Shaked

    Most founders build first and think later. That is why many startups fail.In this episode the twins talk with Ohad Shaked. He is a founder investor and has been building startups for over 20 years. He now helps founders validate ideas and build real businesses with ThinkUp.If you want to learn how to validate a startup idea this episode is for you.We talk about How to validate a startup idea step by step How to talk to customers and get real feedback How to get your first customers Common startup mistakes founders make What investors look for in early stage startups Why distribution is more important than productOhad also shares lessons from building startups and investing in companies.If you are starting a startup or want to build a business this will help you avoid costly mistakes.

  11. 138

    AI Will Replace Most Jobs (And No One Is Ready) | Adam Spector

    In this episode (#147) we are joined by Adam Spector. He is the  CEO & Founder of CHORE, has invested in over 200 startups, including 14 unicorns. In this episode, he breaks down why AI is about to reshape the workforce faster than most people expect.We cover:Why most employees are replaceable (and AI doesn’t need to be perfect)The shift from SaaS tools to AI workersWhy execution matters more than ideasThe real difference between Silicon Valley and EuropeWhat founders need to do to stay relevantAdam also shares how CHORE is building AI systems that take over the “chores” inside companies, so founders can focus on what actually matters.If you're building a business, this episode will change how you think about work.#hirechore #adamspector #entrepreneurship #tech #ai #startups

  12. 137

    She Lost Everything… Then Built an Extraordinary Life (48 Hour Rule) | Nikki Barua

    What if one decision could completely change your life?In this episode, we sit down with Nikki Barua, serial entrepreneur, CEO of FlipWork, and transformation expert to break down how she went from absolute rock bottom to building multiple companies and becoming a global keynote speaker.After experiencing a devastating personal tragedy and losing everything during the financial crisis, Nikki made one decision that changed everything.👉 And it led to a framework she still uses today: The 48 Hour RuleIn this episode, we break down:The 48 Hour Rule (how to process pain without staying stuck)Why purpose > talentHow to escape the victim mindsetWhy comfort is the real enemyHow to reinvent yourself in the AI ageThe hidden danger of staying in the wrong tribeHow small daily actions compound into massive resultsNikki has spent 25+ years helping companies navigate transformation and has been featured in major outlets like CNBC, Forbes, and Bloomberg.This is not motivation, this is a playbook for reinvention.🔥 If you feel stuck, this episode will reset your mindset.#nikkibarua #mindset #startups #entrepreneurship #selfdevelopment

  13. 136

    LLMs Won’t Create Superintelligence… Here’s Why

    In this episode (#145), the twins talk with Ganesh Krishnan founder of AIhello and Halzero.ai  on whether LLMs actually are the path to AGI… or are we hitting a ceiling?We break down one of the biggest debates in AI right now: whether today’s models can ever reach true intelligence. Or whether a completely different approach is needed?We dive into why hallucinations happen, why scaling LLMs might not be enough, and why the future of AI could lie in systems that question their own data, learn through observation, and build a model of the world instead of just predicting text.This episode also explores the difference between hype and reality in AI, how intelligence might actually work, and what it takes to build real products in a space moving this fast.Why LLMs may hit a ceilingThe real reason AI hallucinatesWhy current models blindly trust training dataWhat “world models” are and why they matterCan AI ever question what it learns?The limits of self-driving AI systemsBootstrapping vs hype-driven AI startupsWhy distribution is now more important than productIf you're building, investing, or just curious about the future of AI, this one will challenge how you think about it.👉 Let us know in the comments: Are LLMs enough for AGI,or do we need something completely new?#AI #AGI #LLM #ArtificialIntelligence #Startups #TechPodcast #NFtwins #WorldModelsIn this episode:

  14. 135

    AI Agents Will Run Companies… But Who Controls Them? | Logan Kelly

    In this episode of the NF-Twins Podcast (#144), we sit down with Logan Kelly, founder of Waxell AI, to explore the rapidly evolving world of AI agents, governance, and the future of work.Logan shares his entrepreneurial journey from selling cars to building AI startups and explains why the next massive industry could be AI governance.We dive deep into how AI agents are transforming business operations, why most companies are not ready for agent-based automation yet, and how governance frameworks will become essential as AI systems start making decisions inside organizations.We also discuss:• Why AI won’t replace humans  but will massively increase human productivity• The rise of AI agents and why most are still experimental• Why governance could become the cybersecurity of the AI era• How companies can prevent hallucinations and AI errors in production• The future of junior employees and AI-assisted teams• Why generalists might outperform specialists in the AI age• The reality behind AI startups and venture funding• How AI tools like Claude, Groq and open-source models are changing development• What it takes to build a startup in the AI eraLogan also explains the mission behind Waxell, a platform focused on observability and governance for AI agents, helping companies safely deploy AI systems in real business environments.If you're building with AI, running a startup, or trying to understand where the future of work is heading, this episode is packed with insights.⏱ Timestamps00:00 The Journey into Entrepreneurship02:41 Innovating with AI in Sales05:40 Funding, Bootstrapping & AI Startups08:20 AI as a Human Amplifier11:15 Who Is Responsible When AI Makes Mistakes?13:53 AI Governance Explained21:11 The Reality of AI Agents Today23:38 Evaluating AI Systems Safely25:16 Launching Waxell AI27:50 The Future of AI Governance30:57 Small vs Frontier AI Models33:44 Will AI Replace Junior Employees?39:50 Generalists vs Specialists in the AI Era43:40 Advice for Entrepreneurs Building in AI#AI #ArtificialIntelligence #AIAgents #AIStartups #Entrepreneurship #FutureOfWork #TechPodcast

  15. 134

    The Death of Expertise? How AI Is Rewriting Status, Startups & Success

    Has expertise died?For decades, status came from experience.20 years in the industry. VP title. Degrees on the wall.But now?A 22-year-old with AI might outperform a 20-year veteran who doesn’t use it.In this episode of NF-Twins, we break down:Whether AI has democratized expertiseWhy “average” is getting destroyedWhy judgment and taste matter more than everWhy AI doesn’t replace you — someone using it better doesWhether this is the greatest time ever to start a startupWhy distribution is the new moatAnd why the real elite might just be the fastest learnersWe also talk about:📌 AI natives vs traditional experts📌 Why long AI-written messages kill conversions📌 Why common sense > blind trust in ChatGPT📌 Whether extroverts win in the AI era📌 How VCs are becoming media companiesThe conclusion?AI gives options.Humans choose consequences.If you have real expertise AND use AI well, you’re unstoppable.But if you’re average?AI might just expose you.Welcome to the new game.

  16. 133

    The AI Compute Market Nobody Understands | Carmen Li

    In this episode (#142), we sat down with Carmen Li, founder & CEO of Silicon Data and Compute Exchange, to break down the layer of AI nobody really talks about: compute.Carmen explains why GPUs are becoming the new oil, how wildly mispriced the compute market still is, and why two identical chips can perform very differently depending on where they run. We talk hyperscalers vs neo-clouds, NVIDIA’s real competition, token pricing, latency, GPU arbitrage, and why many AI startups underestimate how fast compute costs can kill margins.We also dive into her founder journey—from Bloomberg to running two companies at once—her no-nonsense leadership style, and why transparency will define the next phase of AI infrastructure.If you’re building in AI, scaling a startup, or trying not to get crushed by compute costs, this episode is for you.#ai #GPUs #nvidia #AMD #techpodcast #venturecapital #cloudcomputing #hyperscalers #

  17. 132

    Startups Are Harder Than Ever – Even with AI

    AI gave us the best tools to build fast—so why do startups feel harder than ever?In this episode (#141), the twins break down:The startup paradox: tech got better, but stress got worseWhy AI didn't simplify startups—it exposed underperformanceInference costs vs. SaaS costs and why it mattersWhy workflows beat wrappers in 2026The power of storytelling and creator-led distributionWhy being calm might be the new founder flexAnd how to survive running a marathon at Kenyan speed 🏃‍♂️💨Chapters:00:00 The Startup Paradox: Tools vs. Distribution01:49 The Role of Small Teams in Startups03:57 AI's Impact on Job Dynamics06:28 The Importance of Distribution in Today's Market09:18 Workflows and Efficiency in Startups11:47 The Changing Landscape of Founders14:49 The Marathon of Startup Life🎙️ This one’s for founders, creators, and operators navigating the new AI-powered startup battlefield.

  18. 131

    AI Startups Are Firing People – But Scaling Faster Than Ever

    In today’s episode (#140), the twins break down why AI is pushing startups to run leaner, faster, and smarter. We dive into:The rise of elite micro-teams scaling to unicorn statusWhy AI didn’t replace jobs—it revealed which ones weren’t neededThe collapse of coordination costs and middle managementRevenue-first mindset over vanity hiring metricsWhy modern VCs are becoming media brandsThe creator advantage in distribution and investingWhy generalists + AI are becoming the new superpowerChapters:00:00 The Rise of AI Startups and Layoffs04:10 The Shift from Hiring to Revenue07:04 The Evolution of Venture Capital11:54 The Role of Creators in Distribution14:24 The Power of Small, Agile Teams🚀 For founders, investors, and anyone navigating the AI revolution—don’t miss this.

  19. 130

    EU Inc Explained: Europe’s Startup Problem Was Never Talent. It Was Paperwork

    Episode #139: In this episode, the twins talk about why Europe doesn’t lose startups because founders are bad. It loses them because paperwork is. We break down EU Inc,  the new European company framework that aims to do what the US has done for decades: make building a startup fast, simple, and scalable across borders.We cover:Why Europe is still painful for foundersHow bureaucracy kills speedWhy so many startups flee to the USThe Series A gap nobody talks aboutAnd whether EU Inc can finally change the gameChapters00:00 Europe’s Startup Problem (EU Inc Explained)00:32 Why Starting a Company in Europe Is a Nightmare03:45 Why the EU Was Forced to Create EU Inc06:29 How EU Inc Changes the Game for Founders09:49 Hiring Across Europe Without Bureaucracy13:22 The Hidden Series A Gap in Europe16:11 Is EU Inc Too Late — Or Europe’s Comeback?If EU Inc works, European founders might finally stop playing the startup game on hard mode.👇 Drop a comment with your take: Is this Europe’s turning point, or just more bureaucracy?

  20. 129

    He Built a $4.7B AI Company, Had to Walk Away And Now Starting Over

    Episode #138: In this episode, the twins talk with Robert LoCascio. He invented online customer-care chat in 1997,  then turned that idea into LivePerson, a conversational AI giant that hit $500M+ in revenue ($4.7B valuation at its peak) and 3000+ employees.Then the part nobody prepares founders for: activist shareholders, board politics, and a fight that became an existential threat to the company, until Rob was pushed out and watched the business collapse afterward.In this episode, Rob breaks down the real lessons: how to spot “bad actors,” why weak board members stick around, how to build a ring of protection around your company, and why he now believes 20–50 elite people can build a multi-billion-dollar business in the AI era.We also dive into the origin of Kidco, a kid-safe AI device built after Rob saw firsthand how addictive algorithms were affecting his own children,  and what “safe AI for kids” actually looks like with strong guardrails.Follow Rob: Kidco (kidco.ai) & UARE.ai (uare.ai)

  21. 128

    Busy, Broke, and Stuck - The Real Cost of Working Without Leverage

    Episode #137: In this episode the twins break down why working harder isn’t the flex people think it is, why leverage is the real game. We talk about founders optimizing tools instead of distribution, creators confusing consistency with clarity, employees being efficient at the wrong things, and why productivity often hides fear. Using mental models inspired by Naval Ravikant and Alex Hormozi, we explore leverage, bottlenecks, second-order effects, and the uncomfortable decisions that actually move the needle.If you feel busy but stuck, this one will probably hurt  in a good way.#Business #EntrepreneurMindset #StartupsLife #LeverageThinking #Creators #FoundersJourney #SelfImprovement #DecisionMaking #NFtwins

  22. 127

    AI Is the New Oil: Why NVIDIA, Groq, and Inference Decide Who Wins

    Episode #136: In this episode the twins talk about NVIDIA’s latest 20Billion licensing of agreement Groq. What is actually Groq and why Groq and their LPUs is so important for modern AI startups.#groq #nvidia #nftwins #aistartups #startups

  23. 126

    2025 Review - What Worked, What Failed, What Changed Us

    Episode #135: In this episode the twins talk about their year, their wins, their losses. Key learning & takeaways from a personal and business perspective. #yearreview #nftwins #businesspodcast #startup #founders

  24. 125

    AI Is Making Everyone a Founder (That’s a Problem)

    Episode #134: In this episode, the twins talk about how AI enables everyone to become a founder and why this might be a bad thing (for some people). #nftwins #ai #aistartups #podcast

  25. 124

    We wanted Freedom, we just got subscriptions

    Episode #133: In this episode, the twins talk about the subscription business, why it’s so popular, what happens when there is subscription fatigue and how companies battle it. #subscription #nftwins #podcast

  26. 123

    The Defense Industry, The VCs new favourite child

    Episode #132: In this episode the twins talk about the defense industry and AI in it. #business #defenseindustry #ai #palantir #AndurilIndustries

  27. 122

    The Future of Online Shopping / E-commerce

    Episode #131: In this episode the twins talk about how OpenAI started the integration with shopify, enabling users to buy directly through OpenAI. The impact on SEO and bigger shift towards AEO and optimizing once E-com store for these bots to be early on that boat and getting a lot of sales via this channel.#openai #shopify #nftwins #business

  28. 121

    DAY 1 > Oneday - There’s Never a Perfect Time, Start Anyway

    Episode #130: In this episode, the twins talk about why there is never the perfect timing to start something. How procrastination is just not acting because of fear and how perfectionism is just a fancy excuse that people tell themselves to procrastinate aka don’t start. #procrastination #nftwins #selfimprovement #podcast

  29. 120

    The new AI browser War, Perplexity, OpenAI & Google fighting it out

    Episode #129: In this episode, the twins talk about the new AI browser war that is unfolding right now. The currency is context, making AI models so much more effective. #perplexity #openaiatlas #comet #googlegemini 

  30. 119

    The World’s Strongest Super Glue, Thanks to AI 🤯

    Episode #128: In this episode, the twins talk about how a Japanese University used AI to create a super glue that is 10x stronger than any current existing one. It can even be used underwater. It shows how AI impacts not only the software world but accelerates product/element discovery in the physical world. #ai #aiinscience #aipodcast #nftwins

  31. 118

    US vs Europe’s AI Startup Ecosystem - both have the talent but only one the money 💸

    Episode #127: In this episode, the twins about the problem that Europe is currently facing with having a ton of AI talent but somehow still 80% of the overall AI funding goes to US companies. Their personal take on where they will start their new AI company and much more. #ai #vc #aistartup #aieurope #YC #aistartups #startups

  32. 117

    Yoti, 18+ verification software the next big opportunity?

    Episode #126: In this episode, the twins talk about Yoti the go to player for age verification for adult websites. They have been around forever, but regulatory changes over the past years around the globe forcing adults sites to mass adopt, giving these verifications companies a massive boost. #adultindustry #ageverification #yoti #nftwins

  33. 116

    Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Regulations Break European Airlines’ Necks?! ✈️

    Episode #125: In this episode, the twins talk about Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) as well as the impact on the aviation industry. This is a great example on how regulations create opportunities for new products. #aviation #sustainableaviationfuel #podcast #nftwins #startup 

  34. 115

    Ideas are cheap, execution is king 👑

    Episode #124: In this episode, the twins talk about why first -time founders are way too protective about their ideas. Potential wasting precious time creating the "perfect plan" instead of starting and getting as much user feedback in as possible. #startup #firsttimefounders #yc #podcast #business

  35. 114

    Airline Industry - shitty margins but the miles programs are killing it!

    Episode #123: In this episode, the twins talk about the airline industry its' bad margins as well as how it gave birth to highly profitable business for these airlines. Listen and find out how airline companies make billions with their reward programs.#miles #airlines #podcast #business

  36. 113

    Pivot or Persevere? The Startup Crossroads

    Episode #122: In this episode the twins talk about their own experience on when to pivot or when is it worth to persevere in the startup. Take a listen and maybe learn from their mistake a thing or two. #nftwins #bootstrapping #ycombinator #pivoting #aistartup #ai

  37. 112

    Hidden Costs of Bootstrapping

    Episode #121: In this episode the twins talk about the good, the bad and the ugly of bootstrapping. They talk about all the ups and downs that they went through bootstrapping 2 startups.#nftwins #bootstrapping #ycombinator #aistartup #startup #founderjourney #founder

  38. 111

    5 Mind-Bending Phenomena That Shape Our Lives Without Us Noticing

    Episode #120: In this episode the twins talk about how you can take advantage of these 5 mind-bending social & behavioral phenomena that shape our lives. Learn how the Streisand effect, Baader-Meinhof phenomena, Mathew effect, Pygmalion effect & Goodhart’s law came to their name and how you can take advantage of them.#nftwins #psychology

  39. 110

    Social Proof in Life, Love, and Business

    Episode #119: In this episode, the twins talk about the concept of social proof and how it impacts our daily life.#social proof

  40. 109

    The Lindy Effect & it's Impact on the Longivity of Companies

    Episode #118: In this episode the twins talk about the lindy effect and the impact on the Longivity of Companies.#longivity #lindyeffect #startups #buisness #nftwins

  41. 108

    From Blankets to Alpacas 🦙, Exiting One Brand and Spinning Up Two More

    Episode #117: In this episode the twins talk with Felix an ecommerce entrepreneur. He quit his comfy corporate post at 30, started a Kickstarter, and built Levia – the weighted-blanket brand that topped €2 million in annual sales and sold it. Now he’s back with Apex Sleep (premium men’s pillows) and Pachapaca (luxury alpaca hot-water-bottle covers).In this convo we dig into:the gut check that pushes you to leave corporate safetyhow to choose a co-founder (beer + joint brainstorming included)hard lessons in Chinese manufacturing and quality controlusing PayPal Working Capital to keep cash flowingtiming your exit when valuations swingbuilding seasonal brands on purposewhy Felix says entrepreneurship “isn’t for everyone” – and what to know before you jumpWhether you’re e-commerce-curious or already knee-deep in SKUs, Felix’s story is a masterclass in scrappy scaling, surviving black-swan shocks, and turning one win into the fuel for the next big play.

  42. 107

    Companies That Print $$$ During Heat Waves

    Episode #116: Sweating through July? Good. Today, the twins turn the summer scorch into a playbook for profit 🔥What you’ll hear • HVAC at $310 B and climbing: who’s pocketing the spikes in demand • Cooling products that jump 90 % for every extra Fahrenheit 📈 • Slushy machines up 163 % week-over-week (Ninja, we see you) 🥤 • Climate-adaptation market defined and already $30 B strong • Why heat waves could slash US productivity by $500 B by 2050—and how to sell the fix • Our “Heat Shield” stack: misting rigs, portable AC rentals, subscription coolingWhether you’re e-com, SaaS, or boots-on-the-ground construction, tune in and turn rising temps into rising revenue.

  43. 106

    Being Different ≠ Wrong.. It equals greatness! 🚀😎

    Episode #115: In this episode, Marc and Lucas break down why Standing Out, Staying Consistent, and Finding Your Tribe Pays Off.🔥 What you’ll hear:• The “price of admission” quote and why discomfort = growth • How social pressure kills dreams and what to do instead 💭 • Our 15-year fitness journey, creatine myths and disco-pumpers 🏋️‍♂️ • Friends, family and the zombie-business trap — choosing your circle 🧩 • The Michelangelo method: chisel away everything that isn’t you ✨ • Consistency as the ultimate talent multiplier 📈Whether you’re grinding on a side hustle or carving out a new identity, this conversation hands you the mindset tools to stay weird, stay patient, and win.

  44. 105

    Vibe Coded 6-Month-Old Startup Sells for $80 Million, Meta’s $100 M Talent War & Distribution Wins

    Episode #114: Today on NFTWINS we unpack how Base44 rocketed from zero to an $80 million Wix buy-out in just six months 🤯🔥 What you’ll hear • How a simple wrapper on Anthropic’s Claude turned into rocket fuel 🛠️ • What Wix is really buying (hint: distribution insurance) 📈 • Meta waving $100 M signing bonuses in the AI talent arms race 🚀 • Why “never let the truth get in the way of a great story” is peak founder energy 🧠 • The one thing every AI builder still can’t ignore: distribution is king 👑#base44 #wix #yc #nftwins #podcast #ai #aistartup

  45. 104

    We Went to a Conference and F*cked It Up. Here's How We'd Win It Now

    Episode #113: In this episode the twins talk about going to conference as a startup founder in 2025. Is it worth it? Or as most people say a complete waste of time? Back in 2018, we flew to Web Summit thinking we’d raise millions. What did we do instead? Stood behind a tiny booth with a GameCube emulator and got ignored for 3 days straight. Zero investors. Zero deals. 100% cringe. But guess what? We learned.In this episode, we break down:How NOT to do a conference (aka what we did)Why being a speaker instantly makes you look important (even if you're not)The twin playbook: how we’d dress, move, smell, and snack our way to leads 🧃🍫The sunscreen scent trick (yes, seriously)Pre-conference DMs, post-conference follow-ups, and how to not be a weird booth goblinPlus: 👬 Why being twins gives us a cheat code 🧠 How to pitch AI therapy in a room full of suits 🍭 And why candy bars might close you more deals than your pitch deckThis one’s chaotic, semi-strategic, and painfully honest. So yeah, if you’re thinking of going to a conference, listen to this first.

  46. 103

    Solo-AI Agencies, Hot Honey & Protein-Cookie Empires

    Episode #112: In this episode the twins jam with Victor Torac on different business ideas ranging from 1-man AI consultancies to Protein Cookie brands and the importance to work with people you trust that have similar work ethics. This episode is a bit different because it is more a recording of a normal conversation that we have on weekly basis with him and decided to record this one. #nftwins #ai #protein #podcast #business  

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    VEO-3 AI video generation & the fast quality leap over the past 2 years

    Episode #111: In this episode the twins run the same prompt with the latest VEO-3 model (Video gen) and compare it with their video gen test 2 years ago. The difference is huge. Especially considering in now generates sounds that fits more or less the video generation.#veo3 #googleai #nftwins #podcast

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    Water Jetpack 🦸 and World of Warcrafts 🤯

    Episode #110: In this episode the twins talk about the first ever water jetpack (cudajet) that honestly looks super sick. It costs fortune but daaaamn we want to try it. Additionally we talk about how following some users feedback may lead to a total imbalance in the overall experience explained in the case of WoW.#worldofwarcraft #nftwins #waterjetpack #podcast #business #wow #cudajet

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    Google's New AI TRY-ON & shopping feature might cause chaos in the ecommerce space

    Google’s new AI “Try-On & Shopping” feature promises hyper-realistic virtual fittings—and a seismic shake-up in online retail.In this episode:How the AI try-on works3 biggest challenges retailers will face2 strategic pivots to stay aheadWhat this means for shoppers and privacy #AI #Ecommerce #GoogleAI #RetailInnovation #TechTrends #FutureOfShopping #DigitalMarketing #nftwins

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    AI in the UGC space, ads that camouflage

    Episode #108: AI-generated UGC is here—and it's getting scary good. In this episode, the NF Twins explore:🎭 UGC-style ads that feel so real, you can't tell they're made by AI⚙️ The best AI UGC tools right now to create fast, authentic-looking content🚫 The current limitations and pitfalls of AI-generated user content🔮 The future of influencer-free marketing powered by synthetic creators📢 How brands are blending UGC, AI, and storytelling to build trust at scale#AI #aiugc #ugc #aitools

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