OnlyFounders
What really happens when two founders hit record?
Welcome to OnlyFounders, the unfiltered podcast where Anne Gillaspie and Matt Lo—two wildly different founders with wildly good chemistry—let you eavesdrop on the conversations that usually happen behind closed doors.
From the brand therapist brain of Anne (Fix & Form) to the tech-obsessed mind of Matt (ChipBot), these are the deep dives, off-the-rails riffs, and philosophical rabbit holes that business owners crave but rarely get. Think of it as your morning coffee with two founders who aren’t afraid to disagree, throw a little shade, and get real about the humanity and science of building things that last.
Business. Branding. Technology. Psychology. Strategy. Swearing. It’s all on the table.
Grab your mug. You’re invited.
OnlyFounders
007: “You Don’t Need AI. You Need Customers”: The Founder Trap of Overengineering
Anne and Matt riff on the wildest ideas they’d build if they started from scratch today. From vibe coding and AI-powered branding sprints to drone-delivered popsicles at playgrounds, this episode is a firehose of innovation meets realism. Anne unveils a mom-fueled startup concept that’s equal parts joy and logistics hell, while Matt plays co-founder and devil’s advocate—breaking down what actually makes a business scale. It’s a masterclass in founder energy, ideation, and ruthless prioritization.
🚨 Stuff You’ll Want to Remember:
- “Vibe coding” might sound dumb—but it’s unlocking serious AI potential.
- Ideas are everywhere. The winners are the ones who ship, test, and break things fast.
- Want to raise $1M? You better be ready for painful questions.
- The future of branding? Human elements embedded inside AI workflows.
- Novelty isn’t a moat. Know what problem you actually solve.
💣 Sh*t Only Founders Say:
- “There’s an investor for everything. But some answers will hurt your feelings.” — Matt
- “Mompreneurs are the original hackers. Give them money.” — Anne
- “Healthy snacks aren’t your differentiator. Automation is.” — Matt
- “I just want to bring joy and popsicles to playgrounds.” — Anne
- “Solve it manually first. Then see if tech makes it better.” — Matt
💬 Lines That Slap:
“Let’s just start businesses as a sport.” — Anne“
What if drones dropped ice cream parachutes at 2 p.m.?” — Matt
“You can franchise it—or you can go all in and own the f*cking fleet.” — Matt
“Surprise and delight is the brand currency of now.” — Anne
📡 Where to Find Us
- Anne → Fix & Form - LinkedIn
- Matt → ChipBot - LinkedIn