In this episode of Founders + AI, Boon and Michelle break down one of the biggest myths in tech: that every startup needs a CTO from day one. Spoiler alert—it’s more complicated than that.

They dive into what early-stage founders actually need when building a team, especially in the age of AI. Do you need a co-founder, a contractor, a venture studio… or just ChatGPT and a clear vision? Boon shares hard-won insights on when (and when not) to bring in technical partners, why alignment matters more than titles, and how to think strategically about your first hires.

From using AI to build your MVP faster to navigating partnerships with studios and engineers, this epis

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In this episode of Founders + AI, Michelle Akhidenor and Boon Chew explore one of the most overlooked questions in AI product building: Does anyone actually want what you're creating?

Before writing a single line of code, you need proof that your idea solves a real problem. This episode breaks down how to test your concept, validate demand, and use AI as a powerful tool to fast-track insights, feedback, and iteration.

From pitch decks to product loops, you'll hear candid advice on avoiding founder blind spots, pressure-testing your idea, and knowing when it’s time to scale. Real talk on finding product-market fit—before you build anything.

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In the premiere episode of Founders + AI, Michelle Akhidenor and Boon Chew dive into the one question every founder should be asking: What should I build—and why should it be AI?

This episode unpacks how AI can act like an army of workers—helping you move faster, scale smarter, and build with fewer barriers. You’ll get honest insights into what AI can (and can’t) do, how to think practically about using it in your product, and why early movers are best positioned to shape what’s next.

No fluff. No jargon. Just sharp thinking to help you build what matters—with AI. Real talk for founders building big with AI starts here.

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Building with AI but not sure where to start? You're in the right feed.

Founders + AI is the podcast for founders building ambitious things with artificial intelligence.

We’re Centaur Lab, a NY-based AI Venture Studio and your virtual tech-cofounder. We’ve helped launch and scale startups worth billions—and now, we’re sharing the playbook.

Whether you’re pre-MVP or deep in product-market chaos, Founders + AI helps you go from “I’ve got an idea…” to “We’re shipping next week.”

This is the AI podcast that talks with founders.

Let’s build smarter.

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