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Startup Stories - Mixergy

Andrew Warner
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Business tips for startups by proven entrepreneurs

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There are loads of apps that post to social media. So how did Nevo David get Postiz to take off? He started selling it to AI agents

Nevo David is the founder of Postiz, an open-source social media scheduling platform designed for automation and AI-... more

In private conversations, I’m hearing a lot of founders describe how they’re starting to sell to AI agents, like OpenClaw’s. Zapier has more traction doing that than anyone else I met. So, in my monthly podcast with Zapier’s founder, Wade Foster, I a... more

Ben Cera used AI coding agents to build a company that generates $689K. The agent creates ads using AI-generated people, handles customer support, and even builds the product. This is the story of how he built Polsia and the future of business.

Ben... more

Elad Gil was an early investor in 40 unicorns, including major AI companies like Perplexity. I asked him what’s next for software companies now that AI can code better than humans, and what he’d invest in after AI.

Elad Gil is the Founder & Investo... more

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Recent Guests

Wade Foster
Founder of Zapier
Zapier
Episode: #2299 Zapier is using AI to sell to AI
Ben Broca
Founder of Polsia AI
Polsia AI
Episode: #2298 This AI generates $689K
Pat Walls
Founder of Starter Story, a platform where founders share how they bootstrap from 0 to 100K per month
Starter Story
Episode: #2294 He Claude Code: Build Me a YouTube Replacement
Helen Hastings
Founder of Quanta, an AI-based accounting software company
Quanta
Episode: #2288 She had people do AI’s work
David Shim
Founder of read.ai
read.ai
Episode: #2280 Read.ai is adding 50k users per day
Rob Howard
Founder of Howard Development & Consulting and teaches about AI consulting
Howard Development & Consulting
Episode: #2279 How are there so many AI agencies?
Pavel Doležal
Founder of Keboola
Keboola
Episode: #2278 How to build a $15M/year AI company.
Chirag Kulkarni
Founder of TACO, a company that helps businesses with AI-driven SEO and content strategies.
TACO
Episode: #2275 He’s doing SEO on ChatGPT
Neil Patel
SEO expert and entrepreneur.
Neil Patel Digital
Episode: #2275 He’s doing SEO on ChatGPT

Host

Andrew Warner
Founder and host, known for conducting deep-dive founder interviews and practical business storytelling.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 891 ratings
  • Build → Learn → Build Again

    Listening to this felt like a real-time reminder that “AI businesses” aren’t the point, feedback loops are. Launching repeatedly isn’t chaos when each run teaches you what customers actually pay for, what they ignore, and what to simplify. You made the process feel doable without dumbing it down: less hype, more reps, more truth.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anum — The Platinum CEO
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • AI Isn’t Replacing You, It’s Expanding You

    What stood out most here is how you and Ben didn’t treat AI as a shortcut, you treated it as a gateway to a new kind of mastery. Turning no-code fluency into real coding ability isn’t accidental, it’s intentional evolution. That reframes AI from a disruptor into an amplifier of human initiative and curiosity. This episode doesn’t just showcase technology, it celebrates the mindset that lets people grow with it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anum — The Platinum CEO
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Crafting AI with Curiosity

    Really enjoyed your chat with Dan Shipper — what stood out was how he treats AI not as a replicator, but as an artisan tool. The mindset you both explore, that subverts mass production and elevates mindful creation, is exactly where the future wants to go. Beautifully framed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anum — The Platinum CEO
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • A Space for Big Ideas

    The Read AI discussion really struck me as it highlighted not just growth, but the mindset and vision required to create something people truly need. That’s why I keep coming back: this is a space where ideas feel alive, where strategy meets soul, and where each episode leaves you seeing possibility in a new light. Thank you Andrew!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anum — The Platinum CEO
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Big-Time Content for Entrepreneurs

    As an entrepreneur, I get it. And Mixergy’s Startup Stories is a must-listen podcast for anyone in the entrepreneurial journey - which is forever. Andrew Warner does an incredible job of diving deep into the experiences of founders, uncovering the real challenges and triumphs behind their success. Stop by and enjoy and prepared to learn and grow!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lavhill
    United States8 months ago

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Listeners praise candid, actionable founder stories and the focus on real-world growth tactics.
Some criticism targets pacing or interruptions during interviews.
Guests are often described as insightful and valuable from a scale perspective.

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#2297 Elad Gil backed 40 unicorns. This is next
Q: What do you think about that?
Elad explains that the concept of 'toys' in tech refers to simple initial projects that can grow into larger companies.
#2297 Elad Gil backed 40 unicorns. This is next
Q: Can you tell people what you said to me?
Elad reveals that he hasn't felt like he has made it yet, citing various factors including impact on the world and personal achievements.
#2296 The $7 Million Vibe Coded App
Q: How are you getting more customers?
I'm using Apple Search Ads and Google Ads for iOS and Android, but I haven't had success with Meta ads in over a year.
#2296 The $7 Million Vibe Coded App
Q: How did you know that you were on the right track?
The lesson I learned at Uber is if someone on the support line is exhibiting extreme emotion, that is actually a good indicator that you're on to something.
#2293 $2 million / year AI engineering firm
Q: How did you get your first customer?
Tarun's first customer came through a previous relationship where they needed project work, and he leveraged that connection to secure his first revenue.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Startup Stories

What is Startup Stories about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Entrepreneurship is the through-line, with a strong emphasis on real-world startup growth, automation, and AI-enabled business strategies. Episodes frequently feature founders and operators sharing candid lessons on funding, product-market fit, and building scalable businesses, often through hands-on case studies and tool-led workflows. A standout thread is experimentation and rapid iteration—turning ideas into repeatable revenue while navigating markets, partnerships, and evolving tech stacks. The show's format tends to blend pragmatic, no-nonsense questions with deep dives into guests' operational playbooks, making it valuable for listeners who want actionable tactics rather than abstract theory. A notable edge is the breadth of founders—... more

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1. Wade Foster
2. Ben Broca
3. Pat Walls
4. Helen Hastings
5. David Shim
6. Rob Howard
7. Pavel Doležal
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