LaunchDay Podcast

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By: Dagobert Renouf

Interviewing indie founders about their journey and their products. itslaunchday.com

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Tadas Gedgaudas – topYappers
#41
Yesterday at 2:00 PM

https://www.topyappers.com/?utm_source=launchday&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=launchday_3

Lydia Stepanek – Too Phishy
#40
Yesterday at 11:00 AM

https://www.toophishy.com?utm_source=launchday&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=launchday_3

Sergey Nazarov – Screen Charm
#39
Last Saturday at 2:00 PM

https://screencharm.com/?utm_source=launchday&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=launchday_3

Yahia Bakour – brand.dev
#38
Last Saturday at 11:00 AM

https://brand.dev?utm_source=launchday&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=launchday_3

Daniel Zuleta – Hexpandify
#37
Last Friday at 6:00 PM

https://www.hexpandify.com/?utm_source=launchday&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=launchday_3

Dominik Sumer – Vemetric
#36
Last Friday at 3:41 PM

https://vemetric.com?utm_source=launchday&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=launchday_3

Chad Sakonchick – BetterLegal
#35
Last Thursday at 1:00 PM

BetterLegal is sponsoring LaunchDay #3

https://betterlegal.com?utm_source=launchday&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=launchday_3

Vlad Stan – SprintDojo
#34
Last Wednesday at 1:00 PM

https://sprintdojo.com?utm_source=launchday&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=launchday_3

Samuel Vrablik – Chatisto
#33
07/15/2025

https://chatisto.com?utm_source=launchday&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcast

Nicolas Beauvais – Phare
#32
07/11/2025

"It's a labor of love."


https://phare.io/

Ahmet Özışık – GitLoom
#31
07/10/2025

"I never gave up somehow."

GitLoom.ai

Takeaways

Estonia is a prime location for startups in Europe.Freelancing can hinder the launch of personal projects.Git Loom aims to simplify reporting for agency owners

LaunchDay #2 – Nikhil Agrawal – FormNX
#30
07/07/2025

https://formnx.com/

Takeaways

Nikhil transitioned from a stressful job to freelancing.Customer support is a key focus for Nikhil's business.Nikhil emphasizes the importance of putting in 100% effort.Nikhil's journey highlights the importance of taking risks.

LaunchDay #2 – Maxime Dupré – ChampSignal
#29
07/07/2025

https://champsignal.com/

Sound Bites
"I had a lot to lose."
"You need a quest."
"Success is inevitable."

LaunchDay #2 – Manuele Capacci - Harker
#28
07/06/2025

https://www.getharker.com/

Takeaways

Manuele is a product designer who builds tools to optimize his workflow.He created a transcription tool called Harker that works locally.Harker focuses on speed and privacy, avoiding cloud processing.The tool allows users to transcribe audio quickly with minimal delay.Manuele emphasizes the importance of user feedback for improvements.He has developed several plugins and tools for design software.Manuele's approach is to create simple, effective solutions for common problems.He is also working on a prompt manager to streamline prompt usage.

LaunchDay #2 – David Norman – Hyperfeed
#27
07/06/2025

https://www.hyperfeed.ai/

Takeaways

David transitioned from a fintech startup to developing AI agents.The original idea was a podcasting app, which pivoted to AI workflows.Hyperfeed is designed to generate content based on real data sources.

LaunchDay #2 – Daniel Legut – HumanQR
#26
07/05/2025

https://www.humanqr.com/

Takeaways

Daniel Legut has been indie hacking for years, focusing on software and hardware projects.Daniel's QR code project aims to make QR codes visually appealing.Daniel's work includes creating QR codes that can be printed on various surfaces.The conversation highlights the importance of aesthetics in technology and user experience.

LaunchDay #2 – Alexander Isora – Paracast
#25
07/05/2025

https://www.paracast.io/

Takeaways

Authenticity is key in product promotion.Building a simple product can be more effective than a complex one.Creating a promo video should be accessible to all founders.Exploring new projects can reignite passion for entrepreneurship.

LaunchDay #2 – Andrii Romasiun – Swetrix
#24
07/04/2025

https://swetrix.com/

Takeaways

The analytics market is highly competitive, requiring unique features to stand out.Marketing efforts are now a priority for Andrii's growth strategy.Programmatic SEO has proven effective in driving targeted traffic.Finding a niche can simplify marketing and user acquisition.He aims to focus on high-intent traffic for better conversion rates

LaunchDay #2 – Andrew (andrewc0des) – Chatimus
#23
07/04/2025

https://www.chatimus.com/

Takeaways

Andrew has been coding for 15 yearsHe shifted from photography to cybersecurityAndrew is developing a real-life social network app called BroTap.Chattamus is designed to be an AI companion that listens and provides real-time insights.Andrew envisions a marketplace for customizable versions of Chattamus.

LaunchDay #2 – Simon Høiberg – FounderStack
#22
07/01/2025

https://www.founderstack.pro/

Takeaways

Simon Høiberg has built a portfolio of SaaS products tailored for founders and small businesses.The acquisition of Twitter by Elon Musk significantly impacted many social media tools, including FeedHive.Simon lost a substantial portion of his user base due to changes in Twitter's API pricing.Building a product based on user demand can lead to successful launches, as seen with LinkDripAI tools like 8Base can streamline customer support and improve efficiency.Lifetime deals can be a viable strategy if priced correctly and managed well.

LaunchDay #2 – Dan (d4m1n) – Page AI
#21
06/30/2025

https://pageai.pro/

LaunchDay #2 – Nick Freiling – StampFans
#20
06/29/2025

https://www.stampfans.com/

Takeaways:

Nick Freiling's journey began with a passion for building websites.He transitioned from academia to entrepreneurship after dropping out of grad school.Freiling built a market research agency called Peoplefish before moving to indie hacking.His father, an entrepreneur, encouraged him to pursue business over traditional jobs.Nick Freiling's new project, Stamp Fans, is a subscription service for physical mail.The service allows creators to send personalized mail to their subscribers.Stamp Fans has a low unsubscribe rate of less than 5%.Physical mail creates a deeper connection between creators and their...

LaunchDay #2 – Elie Steinbock – InboxZero
#19
06/28/2025

https://www.getinboxzero.com/

Takeaways

Elie has never had a traditional job, starting his career later in life.His first project, a fantasy football game, gained significant traction with over 250,000 signups.Freelancing led to the creation of an agency model, providing passive income.Inbox Zero is an AI assistant designed to manage emails efficiently.The product categorizes emails and drafts responses to streamline communication.Elie has 14,000 signups for Inbox Zero, with a growing number of paying customers.Tiny Seed provides funding without the pressure of VC expectations.The focus of Tiny Seed is on building sustainable...

LaunchDay #2 – StarStories by Harold
#18
06/27/2025

https://www.starstories.ai/

Takeaways

Harold's upbringing with deaf parents shaped his adaptability and communication skills.The importance of physical books in a digital world is emphasized.Star Stories allows families to create personalized children's books.Technology can lead to societal addiction, especially among children.Parenting is one of the most rewarding yet challenging experiences.Balancing work and family life requires effective time management.The legacy of parenting extends beyond individual achievements.Marketing strategies should focus on the unique aspects of a product.Engaging storytelling is crucial for children's development.The conversation highlights the need for...

Launch Day #1 – BlackTwist by Mattia
#13
06/27/2025

Takeaways

Mattia transitioned from freelance marketing to indie making.He launched two SaaS products, including Black Twist.Black Twist is designed for the Threads platform.Customer feedback is crucial in product development.The tool allows users to manage social media engagement efficiently.A 100-day posting challenge helps users build consistency.The product focuses on solving real user problems.Pricing includes a discount for early adopters.Team collaboration features enhance productivity.The indie making journey involves continuous learning and adaptation.


Launch Day #1 – Mailkiwi by Jack
#17
06/27/2025

https://www.mailkiwi.com/

LaunchDay #1 - Captioneer Plugin by Nic Dean
#16
06/27/2025

Captioneer is the fastest & easiest animated captions for Premiere Pro video editors. Download it at: https://captioneer.com

Launch Day #1 – LoyaltySurf by Kevin
#15
06/27/2025

https://loyaltysurf.io/

Launch Day #1 – Focus101 by Cristian
#14
06/27/2025

https://focus101.com/

Launch Day #1 – BlackTwist by Mattia
#13
06/27/2025

https://blacktwist.app/

Launch Day #1 – Melies by Romain
#12
06/27/2025

https://melies.co/

Launch Day #1 – Deployfast by Anis
#11
06/27/2025

https://deployfast.cloud/

Launch Day #1 – Horse Browser by Pascal
#10
06/27/2025

https://gethorse.com/

Launch Day #1 – GITDigest by Raul
#9
06/27/2025

https://gitdigest.ai/

Launch Day #1 – redreach by Dominik
#8
06/27/2025

https://redreach.ai/

Launch Day #1 – ScreenshotOne by Dmytro
#7
06/27/2025

https://screenshotone.com/

Launch Day #1 – Gobble by Gustavo
#6
06/27/2025

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/gobble-cold-turkey-detox/id6514320492

Launch Day #1 – FAQWidget by Dave
#5
06/27/2025

https://www.faqwidget.ai/

Launch Day #1 – LINITO by Loïc
#4
06/27/2025

https://www.linito.io/

Launch Day #1 – CompAI by Lewis (sponsor)
#3
06/27/2025

https://trycomp.ai/