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Let's Make a Unicorn40/ Startups that are just noises, SoothSayrVideo software startup mmhmm's recent round of funding has got us thinking about the next big trend in startups: names that are just noises. Levi has a product that solves all kinds of everyday problems, and it's not scary at all! I mean, why would it be? What a strange thing to ask...
2021-07-1312 minLet's Make a Unicorn39/ Pretending We Heard About StuffWant VCs to think you're cool? That's easy. Just pretend you read something on Techcrunch! This week, we hone our pretending skills by reading some very fake startup headlines and talking about them.
This week, to pretend we know stuff, we used Startup Ipsum (created by Party Round) found at https://startipsum.com/ (and you can too!)
2021-06-2923 minLet's Make a Unicorn38/ Honing Our Improv Skills (Special Guest Jane Decker)When pitching, you have to be willing to throw out your old startup idea and invent an entirely new one on the spot, sometimes in the same investor meeting! Jonathan puts Levi and special guest Jane Decker through their paces with an improv game involving Snails, Circus Peanuts, a Weed Volcano, and -- just in time for father's day -- entirely too many dad-based product ideas.
This week, to make our unicorns, we used the Aesthetic Generator found at https://claireeeep.github.io/generator/ (and you can too!)
2021-06-2220 minLet's Make a Unicorn37/ Growth Hacking Our PodcastJoin Jonathan and Levi a for a little ~bRaInStOrM~ as they growth-hack their podcast to fame and fortune. Or at least one of those. Or neither.
2021-06-0117 minLet's Make a Unicorn36/ The Great Rebundling, Indifference ChildLevi has the cure for your streaming service woes. Jonathan puts the compassion in Compassion International. Our shortest episode ever, so listen twice!
2021-05-2509 minLet's Make a Unicorn35/ Mock Interviews with Alex Cohen (@anothercohen)Levi and Jonathan interview for the big job. It doesn't go well. Levi pitches his vision for the future of the Creator Economy. It doesn't go well (for creators).
Check out @anothercohen on Twitter for A+ tech shitposting.
2021-05-1816 min
Let's Make a Unicorn(Replay)/ MASKrophone, White People (tm), Niches Get RichesHejsan! No new episode this week, so we're spinning up one of our favorites. Levi spends a lot of time in an elevator. Jonathan explores a niche market opportunity with Gnome de Plume. Both of us agree that the White People brand is pretty well fucked.
2021-05-1120 minLet's Make a Unicorn34/ TikTedTok, OverReactionsJonathan is hacking his way to Gen Z thought-leadership. Levi has the solution for effective content moderation: real-world consequences.
Got a pitch for us? Visit unicorn.gripe and click the shiny button!
2021-05-0417 minLet's Make a Unicorn33/ The Laughening: Jonathan vs. LeviFriend of the show Jane Decker joins us this week to settle the great debate: who's the best at not laughing?
2021-04-2713 minLet's Make a Unicorn32/ The MG, TDFW?Happy #dogeday! Levi satisfies the simps so you don't have to. Jonathan was sadly NOT turned down for a job at Coinbase (but he could have been!).
Stop making us do all the work! Go to unicorn.gripe and submit your pitch. We'll probably read it live on the podcast. Probably.
2021-04-2014 minLet's Make a Unicorn31/ LinkedInfluence, TagTeamLevi unlocks the secrets of becoming a LinkedIn Influencer. Jonathan wants to help you win all your internet arguments. We both agree that Las Vegas is, like, weird, man...
Got a pitch for us? Send an email or a voice memo to pitch@unicorncast.com and we'll make you famous*
*note: famous not guaranteed, ymmv tbh lol
2021-04-1319 minLet's Make a Unicorn30/ Traffic JAMZ!, Rent-a-FlexJonathan's domain name search leads to a new original character, further expanding the Let's Make a Unicorn Cinematic Universe. Levi wants to spice up your road trips. We share the secret to acquiring half-assed cis-het asshat assets.
Share Let's a Make a Unicorn with your friends! Visit www.unicorn.gripe
2021-04-0614 minLet's Make a Unicorn(Replay)/ Role Play, Morning Cake, And Now It's MineNo new episode this week, but stay tuned next week for an EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT. In the meantime, enjoy one of our golden oldies. Levi disrupts breakfast. Jonathan revolutionizes the concept of ownership. Together, we despair that our worst ideas are destined to become a reality.
2021-03-3019 minLet's Make a Unicorn29/ Oh hey, have you heard about? (Copy.ai, Koo!, Casted.us)The best thing to do when someone mentions a startup you've never heard of? Confidently pitch their company anyway.
2021-03-2320 minLet's Make a Unicorn28/ Traction Fingers, CushyJonathan takes the hard work out of creating a pitch deck by refusing to create one at all. Inspired by his childhood, Levi invents an unholy butt robot.
2021-03-1614 minLet's Make a Unicorn27/ MoonMe, Clubhorse (Special Guest Jane Decker)Levi has the perfect product for Full Moon Season (tm). Jonathan knows a lot of moms on Instagram. Special guest Jane Decker has recently adopted a dog, and somehow that leads us to a lengthy discussion about porn ads.
2021-03-0917 minLet's Make a Unicorn26/ REAL TALK: "Founder First" (Special Guest Sam from Trala)Friend-of-the-show Sam from Trala is back for another REAL TALK. In this episode, we ask the question, "Is 'Founder First' a good thing?" Then, we answer it, "No."
2021-03-0235 minLet's Make a Unicorn25/ The Lost Episode: AliBOT, The Death FairySo, back on January 1st, 2021, we recorded an episode of Let's Make a Unicorn. Then, the rest of January 2021 happened. So I forgot, okay? I FORGOT. Are you happy now? I forgot we recorded it. Anyway, here it is.
2021-02-2319 minLet's Make a Unicorn24/ The SPAC EpisodeSo this episode ended being mostly about SPACs. It's our SPAC episode. SPACisode.
2021-02-1624 minLet's Make a Unicorn23/ YoloFund, Last Night's Corn, CARNIVORJonathan wants to bring the r/WallStreetBets experience to everyone. Levi has a culinary revelation. Our newest listener-submitted pitch attracts an unexpected guest.
2021-02-0226 minLet's Make a Unicorn(Replay)/ Decelerator, THE GIGERATOR, BloodOAuthHey unicorn fam! (famicorn? unifam?)
No new episode this week, so we're bringing back one of our favorites. Jonathan shoots from the hip. Levi revolutionizes digital identity, but then accidentally summons an infamous Startup Founder / Mosquito Demon. We review our first listener-submitted audio pitch and give some pointers (just kidding she's better than us).
2020-12-2922 minLet's Make a Unicorn22/ Beddy-Bye, Bed Buddy, StealthMODE (Special Guest Sam from Trala)Friend-of-the-show Sam from Trala joins us for an unintentionally sleep-themed episode.
2020-12-2221 minLet's Make a Unicorn21/ ExactReplica, Al-Q-HolTurns out it was all Laurence Fishbourne (and always was). Levi wants you to feel perfectly at home no matter where your travels take you. Jonathan takes the hard work out of functional alcoholism.
2020-12-1520 minLet's Make a Unicorn20/ Look@Me, ShitTokJonathan doesn't have any strong opinions about the Forbes 30 Under 30. None at all! Levi's new startup gives us what we all need most in 2020: the ability to talk shit about other people.
2020-12-0821 minLet's Make a Unicorn19/ Ghost-overs, FeedBagThis episode may be short, but what we lack in length we make up for in mirth. Jonathan has a solution for your Thanksgiving leftovers. Levi wants you to wear your mask and eat cake, too.
Got a pitch for us? Send an email or a voice memo to Pitch@UnicornCast.com or find us on Twitter @LMAUcast.
2020-12-0115 min2020-11-2900 minLet's Make a Unicorn18/ Low-Key Loki, Zapsaicin!, Data GladiatorJonathan wants to introduce a little chaos into your text messages. A listener-submitted pitch leaves us impressed (and highly uncomfortable). Levi crowdsources the grueling process of freeing up space on your iPhone.
2020-11-2424 minLet's Make a Unicorn17/ REAL TALK: Startup Accelerators (Special Guest Justin Boh)Hey Unicorn Fam! Jonathan is on vacation, so this week we're taking a break from our usual shenanigans to bring you a bonus REALK TALK with friend of the show Justin Boh (hey that rhymes!) about our collective experiences going through startup accelerators (real ones). Less yuk yuks, more serious discussion. Hope you like the change of pace! And if not, don't worry, we'll be back with more terrible startup ideas next week!
2020-11-1731 minLet's Make a Unicorn16/ Hoardr, LitReview, Loop-Poll (Special Guest Justin Boh)Levi is bringing the power of data back to the people. Jonathan finds a way to make Amazon reviews more compelling. Special guest Justin Boh is here to introduce the *premium* voting experience we've all been waiting for.
2020-11-1026 minLet's Make a Unicorn15/ Professional Headshots, BeachyJuice, Retail TherapistJonathan is the king of dad jokes. Levi has a perfect monetization strategy. Our podcast goes off the rails.
2020-11-0325 minLet's Make a Unicorn14/ Concept Candy, GodCast, SeussifyJonathan is unprepared. Levi can't think of any more things that rhyme with "pod." We both agree that we've officially run out of ideas.
2020-10-2721 minLet's Make a Unicorn13/ Listener QuestionsTune in to learn about "The Go On Pumpkin Clause" in employee stock options, hear our pitch for a Being John Malkovich sequel starring Peter Thiel, and learn how VC’s signal to other VC’s that they’re open to "raising around a little."
2020-10-2019 minLet's Make a Unicorn12/ Role Play, Morning Cake, And Now It's MineLevi disrupts breakfast. Jonathan revolutionizes the concept of ownership. Together, we despair that our worst ideas are destined to become a reality.
2020-10-1319 min
wondertwins.16_Sneakers Up Top, Bar Baby, Listener Sermon RequestSpecial guest Levi Bethune (www.LeVideo.video) has more startup ideas, including a better, more eco-friendly use for urinals. While talking about a lemonade stand, we stumble upon a concept for the next hit movie from DreamWorks. Jane gives a moving sermon about mac n' cheese (requested by our biggest fan).
2020-10-1128 min
wondertwins.15_Jane's Hot Hallway Dealz, The World WILD Web, #startupsJane's been cookin' up those hot hallway deals. Jonathan only needs one drop of your blood. Don't ask why. Special guest Levi Bethune joins to tell us all about #startups. If you liked this episode, check Jonathan & Levi's startup podcast "Let's Make a Unicorn."
2020-10-1129 minLet's Make a Unicorn11/ OnlyFlans, Thanks! It Has Pockets, Christian ClippyJonathan is prepared this time. Levi takes Coachella to the next level. We both experience a sense memory involving Smash Mouth and Creed.
2020-10-0627 minLet's Make a Unicorn10/ Vocal Butler, Frantify, WTF! (Special Guest Jane Decker)Friend of the show Jane Decker shows up with a whole basket of ideas. Jonathan and Levi have some ideas, too, but they aren't as good. Together, we discover the most likely wake word for a Facebook voice assistant.
2020-09-2234 minLet's Make a Unicorn09/ Decelerator, THE GIGERATOR, BloodOAuthJonathan shoots from the hip. Levi revolutionizes digital identity, but then accidentally summons an infamous Startup Founder / Mosquito Demon. We review our first listener-submitted audio pitch and give some pointers (just kidding she's better than us).
2020-09-1522 minLet's Make a Unicorn08/ VMaaS, Down2Found, PieceMealOur podcast is gaining a lot of traction (according to unsolicited sales emails). Jonathan finds inspiration in a domain name. Levi doubles down on the true purpose of mealkits: pretending you're an influencer.
2020-09-0829 minLet's Make a Unicorn07/ fiigc.com, WalkeeTalkee, The Language of HonkJonathan makes a big life decision. Levi takes it outside. Together, we transform the future of transportation communication information transformation.
2020-09-0119 minLet's Make a Unicorn06/ FauxPods, EchoChambr (Special Guest Sam from Trala)We welcome our first guest, Sam from Trala.com! Levi makes bad reviews a thing of the past. Jonathan has a dumb idea, but Sam makes it better.
2020-08-2522 minLet's Make a Unicorn05/ Jo;LT, BridgeBurner, EarTunnelJonathan peers into the dark future of the Doula industry. Levi makes wearing headphones *more* antisocial. We read our first listener-submitted pitch.
2020-08-1831 minLet's Make a Unicorn04/ Hyperbify, Zeitgeistify, Steve is HereJonathan democratizes bullshit. Levi revolutionizes the cocktail party. We both agree that per diem is wasted on the calm.
2020-08-1121 minLet's Make a Unicorn03/ MASKrophone, White People (tm), Niches Get RichesLevi spends a lot of time in an elevator. Jonathan explores a niche market opportunity. Both of us agree that the White People brand is pretty well fucked.
2020-08-0420 minLet's Make a Unicorn02/ Muskify, Shoplyftr, FraudbaseJonathan can't find a domain name. Levi revolutionizes retail. Together, we develop the ultimate technique for engaging VC Associates: Subliminal Elon Musk.
2020-07-2829 minLet's Make a Unicorn01/ Dumbwatch, The George Foreman Razor, iContactJonathan forgets to hit record. Levi invents the Leechosystem. Both of us agree that a VC's primary job is to interrupt you.
2020-07-2131 min