Company case study

geoblackout.com

geoblackout.com is a website that maps power outages live worldwide. It came up on Koerner Office, hosted by Chris Koerner, in the episode "The Most Hands-Off $150K Side Hustle Nobody Talks About - Ep. #346" (aired October 23, 2026).

At a glance

geoblackout.com at a glance
PodcastKoerner Office
Hosted byChris Koerner
EpisodeThe Most Hands-Off $150K Side Hustle Nobody Talks About - Ep. #346
AiredOctober 23, 2026
CategoryMedia

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What the episode said

The Most Hands-Off $150K Side Hustle Nobody Talks About - Ep. #346 · aired October 23, 2026 · hosted by Chris Koerner

Why it works

Addresses a common issue with a straightforward solution, tapping into a need for real-time information.

Founding story

Launched around June 2022.

The playbook

Utilizes SEO tactics to gain visibility and attract users seeking information on outages.

Also mentioned

Currently has 134,000 organic monthly visitors.

Why this works now (our analysis)

Google Maps API integration allows geoblackout.com to provide real-time mapping of power outages globally. The founder could generate initial revenue by partnering with energy companies to offer premium outage alerts via their platforms. A significant constraint is the potential high customer acquisition cost due to the need for targeted marketing to reach users in diverse regions where outages frequently occur.

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