Quick Coffee

Hosted by Felix Haas and Patrick Haede

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Nov 2026

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Quick Coffee is the podcast on AI and startups, hosted by Felix Haas and Patrick Haede. It started in 2022 between two friends who had built Mapify and Gorillas together. Today it's about the people building with AI: founders, designers and investors, and what they're learning along the way. One topic, about 25 minutes. Sometimes it's the two of us, sometimes a guest. Grab a coffee and listen in. quickcoffee.vc

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November 6, 2026Episode 9527 min

QC#95: Win the First 30 Seconds

Felix joins from San Francisco, a day after his guest talk at the Stanford Graduate School of Business, close to where he and Pat first met about ten years ago. They start with the Apple Vision Pro and why three-dimensional interfaces that blend into the real world could shape the next era of products. Felix then runs through his unconventional rules for building products people fall in love with: win the first 30 seconds, and solve the blank canvas problem instead of leaving users alone with an empty prompt box. Pat explains why the new onboarding benchmark is a product that does the whole job in under a minute. From there the conversation turns to why products have to be proactive, agents that can run any product on autopilot, the trust journey from the first aha moment to "approve, approve, approve", and the approval interface that keeps people in control. They wrap up with Felix's biggest takeaway from the talk and his last days in the Bay Area. Grab a coffee and listen in! Our episode overview (0:00) Cold open: two hot takes (0:28) Welcome back, live from San Francisco (0:59) Where we met, and Felix's guest talk at Stanford GSB (2:26) The Apple Vision Pro and 3D interfaces (5:13) Pat's take: interfaces that blend into the real world (8:02) Eight unconventional rules for products people fall in love with (10:14) Rule one: win the first 30 seconds (11:51) The blank canvas problem (13:10) When the product does the work: the new onboarding benchmark (16:10) Your product has to be proactive (17:53) Designing the perfect next colleague (19:46) An autopilot button for every product (20:39) The trust journey (23:16) The approval interface and staying in control (24:23) The biggest takeaway from the Stanford talk (25:21) Bay Area wrap: Nico Rosberg's German dinner and surfing in Santa Cruz (26:06) Ten years of Bay Area stories and see you next week Mentioned in this episode: Apple Vision Pro: https://www.apple.com/apple-vision-pro/ Stanford Graduate School of Business: https://www.gsb.stanford.edu Lovable: https://lovable.dev Superscale: https://superscale.ai Claude Code: https://claude.com/product/claude-code Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@quickcoffeevc Want to connect? Find us at https://quickcoffee.vc and on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@quickcoffeevc Felix on LinkedIn and X: https://www.linkedin.com/in/felixhhaas/ https://x.com/felixhhaas Pat on LinkedIn and X: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickhaede/ https://x.com/PatrickHaede

October 29, 2026Episode 9439 min

QC#94: We Are Back - The iPhone Duo and AI That Works for You

Quick Coffee is back! In our first episode in seven months, Felix and Pat catch up on what changed at Lovable and Superscale, then dive into Apple's first foldable, the iPhone Duo, and why interfaces are no longer tied to one screen size. Felix shares his hot take that the iPhone Duo could replace his MacBook Pro, and Pat tells the story of the first time AI made him money. The conversation explores the shift from AI as a tool to AI as a coworker that works for you, why proactivity is the new layer on top of the 30-second test, and why trust and early value will decide who adopts AI and who stays scared of it. Grab a coffee and listen in! Our episode overview (0:00) Cold open: two hot takes (0:37) Welcome back to Quick Coffee and the road to 100 (3:46) Felix's update: a design team of almost 30 at Lovable and a move to London (5:44) Pat's update: an intense year at Superscale (7:39) How Quick Coffee is changing (9:18) The iPhone Duo: hate on X vs. hands-on (12:19) Interfaces that are no longer tied to one screen (14:40) Hot take: could the iPhone Duo replace the MacBook Pro? (19:08) Building with agents, the patient coworker (21:36) The first time AI made Pat money (24:24) Tool or coworker? The bicycle for the mind (27:03) Why proactivity wins (31:27) The 30-second test and the proactivity layer (32:26) The AI trust divide (35:30) Trust comes from early value (37:10) Wrapping up and the road to 100 Mentioned in this episode: Apple iPhone Duo: https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2026/09/apple-unveils-iphone-duo/ Lovable: https://lovable.dev Superscale: https://superscale.ai Claude Code: https://claude.com/product/claude-code Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@quickcoffeevc Want to connect? Find us at https://quickcoffee.vc and on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@quickcoffeevc Felix on LinkedIn and X: https://www.linkedin.com/in/felixhhaas/ https://x.com/felixhhaas Pat on LinkedIn and X: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickhaede/ https://x.com/PatrickHaede

March 23, 2026Episode 9333 min

QC#93: Websites and Design in a World of Agents

In this week’s Quick Coffee, Pat and Felix are exploring the future of AI, design, and user interfaces. This episode delves into how agents, visualization, and automation are transforming the way we create and interact with technology. Grab a coffee and listen in! Our episode overview (00:00:00) Introduction and Reflections on the Podcast Journey(00:02:56) The Evolution of Design and Flexibility in Roles(00:05:52) Visualizing Ideas and the Power of Technology(00:08:56) The Impact of AI on Daily Life and Design(00:12:03) The Future of Product Interaction and User Experience(00:15:01) The Shift from Websites to Agentic Interactions(00:17:57) Trust and Transparency in Agent-Driven Solutions(00:21:00) The Future of Interfaces and Agentic Design(00:24:09) Predictions for the Future of Digital Interactions Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@quickcoffeevc Want to connect? Find us at https://quickcoffee.vc and on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@quickcoffeevc Felix on LinkedIn and X: https://www.linkedin.com/in/felixhhaas/ https://x.com/felixhhaas Pat on LinkedIn and X: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickhaede/ https://x.com/PatrickHaede

October 8, 2025Episode 9229 min

QC#92: The Design Story behind Lovable - Quick Coffee with Nad Chishtie

In this week’s Quick Coffee, Felix and Patrick chat with Nad about his journey to Lovable, the vision behind the product, and the evolution of its design. They discuss the challenges of early product development, the importance of user experience, and the balance between latency and delivering value. Nad shares insights on branding, the learning process, and the significance of understanding user context in design. Grab a coffee and listen in! Our episode overview (00:00:00) Introduction to Quick Coffee and Guests (00:02:01) Nad's Journey to Lovable (00:04:40) Initial Conversations and Decisions (00:06:57) The Vision Behind Lovable (00:10:12) Key Decisions That Shaped Lovable (00:13:19) The Impact of AI Model Evolution (00:16:23) User Experience and Immediate Value (00:18:02) Early UI Designs and Iterations (00:24:45) Balancing Brand and Product Development (00:26:43) Designing for User Context Want to connect? Find us at https://quickcoffee.vc and on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@quickcoffeevc Felix on LinkedIn and X: https://www.linkedin.com/in/felixhhaas/ https://x.com/felixhhaas Pat on LinkedIn and X: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickhaede/ https://x.com/PatrickHaede Find our Guest Nad on LinkedIn and X: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nad-chishtie/ https://x.com/nadonomy

September 24, 2025Episode 9125 min

QC#91: Brand vs. Product: What matters more?

In this week’s Quick Coffee, Felix and Pat discuss the evolution of branding in the age of AI, emphasizing its growing importance over product development. They reflect on their journey with the podcast, critique the new Stripe logo, and explore how companies can differentiate themselves in a crowded market. The conversation highlights the need for a strong brand identity and the role of community and values in building successful products. Grab a coffee and listen in! Our episode overview (00:00:00) Introduction and Reflection on Quick Coffee (00:08:45) The Importance of Branding in the Age of AI (00:16:01) Building a Brand vs. Building a Product (00:24:35) Connecting with Users on a Human Level Want to connect? Find us at https://quickcoffee.vc and on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@quickcoffeevc Felix on LinkedIn and X: https://www.linkedin.com/in/felixhhaas/ https://x.com/felixhhaas Pat on LinkedIn and X: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickhaede/ https://x.com/PatrickHaede

September 11, 2025Episode 9037 min

QC#90: Building Chat and Voice Interfaces at Lovable & Superscale

In this week’s Quick Coffee, Felix and Pat reconnect after a brief hiatus, discussing personal updates, the challenges of balancing work and family life, before diving into the evolution of voice and chat interfaces in product design. They explore the importance of user experience, the integration of voice technology, and the need for inspiration in using AI tools effectively. The conversation highlights the significance of visual output in enhancing user interaction and the future of conversational interfaces. Grab a coffee and listen in! Timestamps 00:00 Welcome Back and Personal Updates 09:04 Exploring Voice and Chat Interfaces 1 8:39 The Future of Interaction: Voice vs. Visual Output 28:38 Guiding Users in a Voice-Driven World Want to connect? Find us at https://quickcoffee.vc and on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@quickcoffeevc Felix on LinkedIn and X: https://www.linkedin.com/in/felixhhaas/ https://x.com/felixhhaas Pat on LinkedIn and X: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickhaede/ https://x.com/PatrickHaede

July 9, 2025Episode 8926 min

QC#89: The rise of founder-led distribution

In this week’s Quick Coffee, Felix and Pat explore one of the most critical shifts happening in the startup ecosystem: founders must now become creators. They discuss how AI has made product building radically easier, but also why that’s no longer enough. With attention harder to earn than ever, the conversation dives into why distribution, personal branding, and authentic content are the new core skills for founders. Learn how teams are using Lovable and Superscale to build and distribute fast, and why your audience may matter more than your product. Grab a coffee and listen in! Our episode overview (00:00:00) Back from Vacation (00:02:45) Starting a Blog and Collecting Design Ideas (00:05:25) Launching Prompt Guides for SuperScale (00:06:20) Bypassing Figma → Building Without Traditional Design (00:08:50) Distribution Is the New Bottleneck (00:14:55) Founders as Content Creators (00:18:20) Why Brand and Community Drive Growth (00:24:55) Building Products with Distribution in Mind Want to connect? Find us at https://quickcoffee.vc and on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@quickcoffeevc Felix on LinkedIn and X: https://www.linkedin.com/in/felixhhaas/ https://x.com/felixhhaas Pat on LinkedIn and X: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickhaede/ https://x.com/PatrickHaede

June 25, 2025Episode 8827 min

QC#88: Superscale raises $5M and launches

In this week’s Quick Coffee, Felix and Patrick unpack the story behind SuperScale —why it was built, how AI is reshaping marketing, and what it means for founders creating digital products. They touch on product inspiration, the shift to AI-powered creative workflows, and how authenticity still matters in a content-saturated world. Grab a coffee and listen in! Our episode overview (00:00:00) Quick Coffee Reunites in Stockholm (06:25:00) SuperScale Launch & Funding (08:16:00) Why SuperScale Exists (10:40:00) The Apple Ad Test (12:35:00) What SuperScale Does (15:33:00) Authenticity in AI Content (23:54:00) Launching SuperScale Guides Want to connect? Find us at https://quickcoffee.vc and on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@quickcoffeevc Felix on LinkedIn and X: https://www.linkedin.com/in/felixhhaas/ https://x.com/felixhhaas Pat on LinkedIn and X: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickhaede/ https://x.com/PatrickHaede

June 11, 2025Episode 8727 min

QC#87: Evolution of Interface Design

In this week's Quick Coffee, Felix and Patrick dive into Apple's controversial new "liquid glass" design system that has everyone talking. They discuss why the real innovation isn't the glass effects everyone's complaining about, but the shift toward interfaces that actually adapt to how you use them. The conversation covers Apple's bigger vision for the future, why Siri still feels broken, and how we're moving toward a world where your Spotify looks completely different from everyone else's based on your listening habits. They also explore why Apple might be setting the foundation for truly AI-driven experiences, even if they're not quite there yet. Grab a coffee and listen in! Our episode overview (00:00:00) Welcome and Life Updates (05:40:00) Apple's New Liquid Glass Design System (06:20:00) The Evolution from Static to Dynamic Interfaces (09:57:00) Critiquing Apple's Design Communication (13:38:00) Multi-Dimensional Interface Design (16:55:00) The Future of AI-Driven Single-Screen Experiences (20:23:00) Apple's Missed Opportunities with Siri (24:12:00) Adaptive Components and Personalized UIs (26:43:00) Design Innovation and Future Predictions Want to connect? Find us at https://quickcoffee.vc and on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@quickcoffeevc Felix on LinkedIn and X: https://www.linkedin.com/in/felixhhaas/ https://x.com/felixhhaas Pat on LinkedIn and X: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickhaede/ https://x.com/PatrickHaede

June 4, 2025Episode 8629 min

QC#86: Top 3 learnings in building AI products

In this week’s Quick Coffee, Felix and Patrick reflect on their personal and professional journeys over the past few years, discussing the impact of AI on their lives and the future of technology. They explore how parenting has changed their perspectives, the rapid evolution of user interfaces, and the importance of adapting to new technologies. The conversation emphasizes the need for software developers to rethink their approaches in an AI-driven world, focusing on seamless user experiences and the diminishing relevance of traditional interfaces. Grab a coffee and listen in! Our episode overview (00:00:00) Welcome Back and Life Updates (03:05:00) Reflections on Parenting and Life Changes (05:57:00) The Impact of AI on Everyday Life (09:05:00) The Future of Human-Computer Interaction (12:05:00) The Evolution of User Interfaces (15:09:00) The Shift in Software Development Paradigms (17:58:00) The Role of AI in Problem Solving (20:57:00) The Future of Application Design (23:57:00) Conclusion and Key Takeaways Want to connect? Find us at https://quickcoffee.vc and on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@quickcoffeevc Felix on LinkedIn and X: https://www.linkedin.com/in/felixhhaas/ https://x.com/felixhhaas Pat on LinkedIn and X: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickhaede/ https://x.com/PatrickHaede