Is Zanzibar Really a Scam? Inside the Truth with Daniel Meiller

In this episode, we sit down with Daniel to explore a rare blend of technology, maritime business, and entrepreneurship in Zanzibar and beyond. From his early beginnings in tech to building ventures in the maritime space, Daniel shares what really happens behind the scenes of business—the wins, the failures, and the lessons that shape an entrepreneur.

We dive into bold questions like “Is Zanzibar a scam?”, unpack the real economics of owning yachts and jet skis, and explore how tech is transforming traditional industries. Daniel also opens up about partnerships, content creation, and the mindset required to survive in fast-changing markets.

We close with a powerful conversation on the rise of AI and what it means for entrepreneurs who want to stay ahead in the next decade.

If you’re interested in business, tech, investing, and building a future-ready mindset, this episode is for you.

Time stamps
00:00 Intro
00:32 Start
01:02 – Who is Daniel?
06:17 – Early beginnings in tech
08:26 – Zanzibar
12:30 – Maritime & Tech
15:20 – Is Zanzibar a scam?
17:41 – Websites
23:34 – Business Challenges
29:08 – Economics of a yacht
32:14 – Investing in maritime business
37:00 – Partnerships
44:21 – Being a content creator
45:58 – Failures
47:58 – Jet Skis
52:27 – Tech Industry
55:24 – Rise of AI
1:00:10 – Entrepreneurial Mindset