Business idea · Marketplace
Lunch Bounty
Lunch Bounty is a marketplace where individuals can bid on lunch experiences with successful personalities, with proceeds going to charity. It was pitched on My First Million, hosted by Sam Parr and Shaan Puri, in the episode "I talk to Ben about creating luck, his barbell method, plus 6 half-baked business ideas" (aired June 23, 2025).
At a glance
| Podcast | My First Million |
|---|---|
| Hosted by | Sam Parr and Shaan Puri |
| Episode | I talk to Ben about creating luck, his barbell method, plus 6 half-baked business ideas |
| Aired | June 23, 2025 |
| Category | Marketplace |
| Real companies on the episode | ClubLTV, Moku, Hoop Group, K Academy, My First Million (MFM), Whatnot |
The problem it solves
There is currently no centralized platform for fans to connect with influential figures over lunch, which can be life-changing for the bidders while also supporting charitable causes.
How it makes money
The platform would take a percentage of the bidding amount as a service fee while the majority goes to the charity of the personality's choice.
Skills you need
Web development, marketing, negotiation skills, and an understanding of charity fundraising.
The market, and why this works now
The rise of platforms like Zoom has shifted consumer behavior toward valuing virtual connections, making it feasible for Lunch Bounty to facilitate lunch experiences with influential figures. A concrete first-revenue move could involve partnering with local chambers of commerce to promote events featuring prominent community leaders, leveraging their networks to attract bidders. However, a potential constraint is the capital required for marketing and technology development, particularly in creating a user-friendly bidding platform that can handle transactions efficiently while ensuring a secure experience for all users.
Our analysis, written after the episode. Not a quote from the show.
Real companies discussed on this episode
- ClubLTV
A group created to connect e-commerce business owners for sharing insights and strategies.
- Moku
Moku is an AI-powered tool that automates the transfer of data from documents into PDFs, streamlining the process of creating professional documents.
- Hoop Group
A basketball camp that gathers ambitious founders to play basketball and network.
- K Academy
A basketball fantasy camp hosted by Coach K for individuals aged 35 and older, combining sports with networking opportunities.
- My First Million (MFM)
A podcast focused on entrepreneurship and business ideas, sharing insights and strategies from successful entrepreneurs.
- Whatnot
Whatnot is a live shopping platform where users can buy collectibles through live video streams, allowing sellers to showcase items in real-time.
Where this idea came from
Podcast: My First Million, hosted by Sam Parr and Shaan Puri
Episode: I talk to Ben about creating luck, his barbell method, plus 6 half-baked business ideas
Aired:
Summarized from the episode transcript. The show does not say which speaker raised each idea, so we credit the show, not a person.