Business idea · Media
Common Sense Political Party
Common Sense Political Party is a political party that positions itself as the 'Common Sense Party', promoting moderate and rational policies that appeal to a broad audience while challenging the extremes of the current political landscape. It was pitched on My First Million in the episode "What I’d build if I wanted to get rich with AI" (aired November 9, 2026).
At a glance
| Podcast | My First Million |
|---|---|
| Hosted by | Sam Parr and Shaan Puri |
| Episode | What I’d build if I wanted to get rich with AI |
| Aired | November 9, 2026 |
| Category | Media |
| Real companies on the episode | Anthropic, Nitro Duck, Zuru Tech, Eli Lilly |
The problem it solves
This party addresses the disillusionment with existing political options by offering a platform that prioritizes common sense and practical solutions over divisive rhetoric.
How it makes money
Membership and donation-based funding, along with potential sponsorships for events and campaigns.
Skills you need
Political strategy, public speaking, grassroots organizing, communication skills, and understanding of policy development.
The market, and why this works now
Most voters are tired of extreme partisanship and are looking for alternatives. The Common Sense Political Party can utilize platforms like Discord to organize local chapters and engage members directly. A viable first-revenue move is to launch a membership drive through local town hall meetings, where interested citizens can sign up on-site. Within the first year, the party will face challenges in converting casual supporters into committed members, especially given the upfront costs associated with event logistics and outreach.
Our analysis, written after the episode. Not a quote from the show.
Real companies discussed on this episode
- Anthropic
Anthropic is an AI research and safety company that focuses on developing advanced AI technologies.
- Nitro Duck
Nitro Duck is a startup that utilizes genetically modified food technologies, including CRISPR, to enhance agricultural products.
- Zuru Tech
Zuru Tech is a company that builds homes using innovative manufacturing techniques, including advanced concrete pouring methods.
- Eli Lilly
Eli Lilly is a pharmaceutical company that is actively applying AI to drug development.
Where this idea came from
Podcast: My First Million, hosted by Sam Parr and Shaan Puri
Episode: What I’d build if I wanted to get rich with AI
Aired:
Summarized from the episode transcript. The show does not say which speaker raised each idea, so we credit the show, not a person.