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My name is Tiago and I am a full time Indie Maker.
I build startups without any external investment and my goal is to perfect my entrepreneurial craft and reach $100K ARR (Annual Recurrent Revenue)
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- #375 - AI First Company & How One Small Tweak Turned Podsqueeze's Growth Around · 26 minAfter a long absence, I'm back with a packed episode. I reflect on why I've been away and what's changed—both in my life and in how I think about entrepreneurship. I challenge…
- #374 - Managing a Business While In Parental Leave · 32 minIn this episode, I catch you up on the latest life and business updates. I reflect on the privilege and challenges of being an indie entrepreneur, especially as my co-founder…
- #373 - Saying No, Even to Yourself: Avoiding Founder Burnout · 14 minIn this episode, I speak about the importance of saying no—not just to others, but also to myself and my own ideas. I reflect on feeling overwhelmed by work and the many projects…
- #372 - Growing a Bootstrapped Empire Without Social Media · 17 minI speak about our strategy for 2026 and why distribution is key for our bootstrapped products. I share how SEO is working better for us than social media, and how we’re building…
- #371 - Twitter Fights and Product Launches · 29 minI answer a listener question on product validation and the best way to launch new projects. I share why I prefer building a simple MVP over just creating landing pages, and why I…
- #370 - My 2026 Predictions: AI Disruption, Jobs Lost & The Future of SaaS · 35 minI predict what will happen in 2026 with AI, politics, and the economy, comparing my answers with ChatGPT. I answer Tony’s question on reconciling living off unemployment benefits…
- Indie Founder Podcast Trailer · 1 minWelcome to the Indie Founder Podcast—a show where I (Tiago) share my journey from software engineer to full-time indie maker. In this podcast, I talk about building bootstrap…
- #369 - Selling Podsqueeze? What Happened in 2025 Changes Everything! · 54 minIn a conversation with my co-founder we speak about why we’re not selling Podsqueeze in 2026, our MRR numbers, tackling churn, and the challenges of B2B vs. B2C. I explain our…
- #368 - Why I Spent $1,500 on a Domain for My SaaS · 19 minI share why I bought my most expensive domain ever for $1,500 and break down the strategy behind it. I talk about the shift from product development to mastering distribution…
- #367 - We Just Moved In To Our Own Office · 25 minI share the story behind getting our first dedicated Podsqueeze office in Portugal. I talk about the challenges of moving from a co-working space, hunting for a budget-friendly…
- #366 - I Took My First Step In Politics And You Should Do It Too! · 38 minI share my journey stepping into local politics. I discuss my experience exploring a political party, why direct impact is difficult, and my thoughts on democracy, transparency…
- #365 - Why Did I Wear a Suit to Web Summit? Spoiler: It Worked! · 31 minI share updates on negotiating for a new office, including the challenges with the landlord and contract terms. I reflect on changing my dress code at Web Summit, how it affected…
- #364 - How a Loud Neighbor Pushed Us to Get Our Own Office · 31 minI share my journey from working at home to trying co-working spaces, and then renting my own office. I talk about challenges like noise and limited hours that made me and my…
- #363 - How I Automated My Indie Business with AI and n8n · 20 minI speak about how I’m automating my indie founder workflow using N8N. I share my favorite automations: press release creation and translations, social media scheduling, and…
- #362 - The Best Strategies for Bootstrapped Founders at Business Conferences · 23 minMy experience attending a business conference in Madrid as a bootstrapped founder. I talk about the challenges I faced pitching in Spanish, the costs involved in attending the…
- #361 - Mastering the Art of Pricing: Balancing B2C Sensitivity with B2B Value · 22 minI speak about the challenges of setting prices for B2C and B2B customers. I share why B2C is more price-sensitive and talk about Podsqueeze’s shift to bigger B2B clients. I give…
- #360 - Bootstrapping vs Raising Funds: How AI Is Changing the Game for Indie Founders · 27 minI reflect on my recent interview with Craig Hewitt, founder of Castos. I dive into the trade-offs between bootstrapping and raising venture capital. I share my thoughts on how AI…
- #359 - Interviewing Craig Hewitt on International Expansion, AI and Raising Funds While Building Castos · 1 h 15 minI chat with Craig Hewitt , founder of Castos. We talk about his journey from running a podcast editing agency to building a SaaS hosting platform. We cover the challenges of…
- #358 - How Does Mindset Shape Your Business Success Across Cultures? · 24 minI speak about how mindset is shaped by culture and how it impacts business and self-confidence, comparing Portugal, Germany, and the US. I share lessons learned from interacting…
- #357 - Is Indie Hacking Dead Or Will It Be Killed By AI? · 36 minI reflect on changes in the indie hacking community, especially how Twitter’s algorithm elevated a few “stars” and reduced sharing of useful lessons. I discuss how AI is…
