Podcast · 431 episodes
My First Million, page 3
by Hubspot Media · English
Sam Parr and Shaan Puri brainstorm new business ideas based on trends & opportunities they see in the market. Sometimes they bring on famous guests to brainstorm with them.
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How to find your thingHow to find your “thing” by rejecting generic “follow your passion” advice and instead using Joseph Campbell’s “follow your bliss” (enthusiasm) plus “follow your blisters” (evidence you’ll pay a…27 Apr 2026 · 55 min · 22 chapters
This guy built a $1B+ brand in 3 years. The product? You'd never guessHow Gruen’s founder built a $1B+ e-commerce supplement brand in 32 months by creating a “new format” (comprehensive nutrition in gummies) and scaling with LTV/CAC discipline, fun/angle-based…24 Apr 2026 · 1 h 6 min · 30 chapters
25% Of My Portfolio Is One Overvalued Stock, Here's WhyThe episode is a wide-ranging “future of life” discussion that starts with cryonics and longevity research, then pivots to how AI could drive an exponential shift in medicine and work.22 Apr 2026 · 58 min · 29 chapters
#1 Habit Expert: Here's how you become dramatically betterHow to improve life and performance by redesigning habits (habit loops, keystone habits, systems over willpower) and by using communication habits (asking deep questions, matching conversation type,…16 Apr 2026 · 1 h 1 min · 25 chapters
Steph Smith: “This opportunity is totally overlooked”Steph Smith shares “gold mine” business opportunities found by tracking generational trends and “one-chart businesses,” using her Digits database of surprising stats.14 Apr 2026 · 42 min · 24 chapters
Ex-Tesla President reveals EVERYTHING Elon does to winHow Tesla’s hypergrowth was driven by “order-of-magnitude” goals, deep problem-solving hiring, and empowering frontline teams with a repeatable framework for innovation.9 Apr 2026 · 1 h 5 min · 26 chapters
We asked a $18.9B Investor how to survive the AI bubbleGraham Weaver, a Stanford professor and operator-focused private equity investor, explains how to “survive the AI bubble” and avoid overhyped AI app roll-ups.7 Apr 2026 · 1 h 6 min · 30 chapters
The Side Hustle King: "Make $20K+/month without money, luck, or experience"Side-hustle and small-business ideas aimed at making cash quickly with low upfront cost, “binary outcome” simplicity, and fast customer acquisition.1 Apr 2026 · 56 min · 24 chapters
Oz Pearlman: How To "Read" Minds, Influence Anyone, and Never Fear RejectionOz Pearlman explains “mind reading” as a non-supernatural, learnable performance style, then argues that the real value is transferable social skills: walking into a room and being remembered,…30 Mar 2026 · 55 min · 26 chapters
The Underrated Money Making Skill In 2026How to develop “good taste” (a competitive moat in an AI era) using a four-step process, illustrated through design, fashion, and music examples.27 Mar 2026 · 20 min · 10 chapters
Best of MFM: Listen To This Before You Invest Another DollarHow to compound wealth from $10K to $1M using “infinite game” investing, behavioral discipline, and (in 2025) avoiding an overheated S&P 500; using Berkshire Hathaway as a “default index,” plus…25 Mar 2026 · 36 min · 14 chapters
This guy cured his dog’s cancer with ChatGPT + 4 other crazy AI stories[Twitter](https://x.com/theSamParr)19 Mar 2026 · 54 min · 23 chapters
DHH: $100M+ Advice That'll Piss Off Every Business GuruIn this episode of *My First Million*, hosts Sam Parr and Shaan Puri engage in an enlightening conversation with David Heinemeier Hansson (DHH), the co-founder of Basecamp and creator of Ruby on…17 Mar 2026 · 1 h 18 min · 35 chapters
This guy names billion dollar brands for a living, here’s his exact 3-step formula.This Guy Names Billion Dollar Brands for a Living, Here’s His Exact 3-Step Formula13 Mar 2026 · 1 h · 19 chapters
The Simplest Way To Make $1M In 2026[Podcast Episode](https://x.com/theSamParr)11 Mar 2026 · 1 h 15 min · 32 chapters
Bill Gurley: 6 Out of 10 People Are Making This MistakeIn this episode of "My First Million," hosts Sam Parr and Bill Gurley discuss the common mistake that many individuals make in their lives, especially regarding career choices and job satisfaction.9 Mar 2026 · 53 min · 28 chapters
I built a $50M AI app in high school (and just sold it for...)In this episode of My First Million, hosts Sam Parr and Shaan Puri interview Zach Yadegari, a 19-year-old entrepreneur who recently sold his AI app, Cal AI, for an undisclosed amount to MyFitnessPal.5 Mar 2026 · 1 h 10 min · 37 chapters
I Asked a $450M VC Where to Invest in 2026I Asked a $450M VC Where to Invest in 20263 Mar 2026 · 59 min · 20 chapters
‘Think and Grow Rich’ Is a Lie. (But The Advice Still Works)[Twitter](https://x.com/theSamParr)26 Feb 2026 · 50 min · 22 chapters
Dumb iPhone Apps Are Making People Rich Again (Here’s how)Dumb iPhone Apps Are Making People Rich Again (Here’s how)24 Feb 2026 · 49 min · 27 chapters
From selling ACs to becoming the tourism king of JamaicaIn this episode of *My First Million*, hosts Sam Parr and Shaan Puri narrate the inspiring story of Gordon Stewart, known as Butch, who transitioned from selling air conditioners to creating the…20 Feb 2026 · 48 min · 20 chapters
Elon’s recent podcast was business steroidsElon’s Recent Podcast was Business Steroids18 Feb 2026 · 1 h 7 min · 27 chapters
Asking Scott Galloway 10 Questions We’re Not Allowed To Ask (unfiltered)Asking Scott Galloway 10 Questions We’re Not Allowed To Ask (unfiltered)16 Feb 2026 · 1 h 12 min · 27 chapters
This AI agent completes your To-Do list (plus 4 AI tools that’ll blow you away)This AI agent completes your To-Do list (plus 4 AI tools that’ll blow you away)13 Feb 2026 · 57 min · 23 chapters