Best Manual Mode Podcasts (2025)

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434: Choosing Your Word of the Year by Human Design Type 21:21

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2h ago21:21

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What if one word could shape every decision you make this year—and actually help you follow through? In this episode, Nicole explores why traditional New Year's resolutions tend to fall apart and how choosing a word of the year can become a powerful anchor for focus, energy, and aligned action. Rather than setting rigid goals, this practice offers …

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433: 5 Practices to Properly Close Out the Year of the Wood Snake 26:24

2d ago26:24

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What if the way you close this year determines how powerfully you step into the next one? As we approach the end of a deeply transformative cycle, this episode invites you to pause before rushing ahead. The energy of the Wood Snake has been subtle but intense—marked by shedding, introspection, and hard-earned wisdom—and ignoring that process now ca…

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432: Creating Your Unstoppable Plan for 2026 21:55

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Are you stepping into a new year with clarity and intention—or with that familiar sense of uncertainty about how your business will actually generate results? In this episode, Nicole shares the exact yearly and quarterly planning process she uses to create alignment, stability, and predictability in her business. You'll hear why so many entrepreneu…

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431: Can Human Design be Scientifically Verified? With Dr. Eleanor Haspel-Portner 43:24

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What if Human Design is far more complex, scientific, and spiritually sophisticated than most people realize? In this episode, Nicole sits down with Dr. Eleanor Haspel-Portner, a pioneering voice in the Human Design space whose work spans decades of research, spiritual practice, and psychological inquiry. Dr. Eleanor shares her unconventional path—…

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Claude Opus 4.5 is a POWERHOUSE, here's our vibe check... 55:00

13d ago55:00

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The Breakeven Brothers are back after the holiday break, sharing stories from Thanksgiving travels and post-holiday shopping. Bradley kicks things off with a major announcement: the SplitMyExpenses Android app is finally live! He shares the challenging, and often frustrating, journey of navigating the Google Play Store for the first time, contrasti…

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430: The Courage to Disrupt Your Life & Lead Yourself with 5/1 Manifesting Generator & Enneagram Expert Tracy O'Malley 56:58

14d ago56:58

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What happens when you stop trying to perform success and start building a life that actually feels aligned, honest, and sustainable? In this episode, Nicole sits down in person with 5/1 Manifesting Generator and Enneagram expert Tracy O'Malley to talk about what real transformation looks like behind the scenes—not the polished version sold on socia…

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429: December Human Design & Astrology Transits w/ Christina Luna 35:56

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Are you feeling the pull between what's ending and what's waiting for you in the new year? In this episode, Nicole welcomes astrologer and cosmic guide Christina Luna to explore the powerful energetic shift December brings and why so many of us feel like we're shedding an old version of ourselves. Together, they unpack the themes of the nine-year c…

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428: A Holiday Message for Each Human Design Type 23:43

9d ago23:43

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Have you ever wondered why the holidays feel effortless for some people and completely draining for others? In this episode, Nicole breaks down the energetic dynamics of the season through the lens of Human Design, offering a fresh way to understand the stressors, expectations, and emotional patterns that often come with family gatherings. Instead …

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Which lenses do you need 11:32

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Episode 201 - Find out why you need to buy professional glass. The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/201 Kit - Set up a free account with a list of up to 10,000 emails. Please leave a voice message for Andy at SpeakPipe.com. Ask a question and get on the podcast, you know it makes sense. Join the Facebook Group and ask as many que…

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427: Money, Abundance & Getting What You Want 31:01

12d ago31:01

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What if the abundance you've been asking for is already on its way—but you're missing it because it doesn't look the way you expected? In this episode, Nicole explores why so many people feel fear, contraction, and uncertainty around money right now, and how these emotions pull us into old patterns of control instead of trust. She invites you to co…

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Mastering Cursor: plan mode, multi agent, & Composer 1 45:39

27d ago45:39

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Brad is back from the grind and finally has something to show for his 4 AM coding sessions: the official SplitMyExpenses iOS app is live on the App Store! He shares the entire journey, from the initial manual coding attempts to leveraging AI tools like Claude Code that dramatically accelerated his development pace and expanded the app's feature set…

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426: Energy Won't Pay Your Bills: Why Spiritual Entrepreneurs Stay Broke 27:20

28d ago27:20

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What if the very thing you believe you need to grow your business is actually the thing keeping you stuck? In this episode, Nicole explores the common trap entrepreneurs fall into when they rely solely on healing or solely on strategy—never realizing that sustainable success requires both. She breaks down why spiritual entrepreneurs often master th…

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425: Make Your Shadows Your Superpowers: How Human Design ACTUALLY Helps you Sell 18:03

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Have you ever wondered why you can have all the drive, skills, and strategy in the world… and still feel stuck in your business? In this episode, Nicole breaks down the real reason so many spiritual entrepreneurs struggle to gain traction, even when they're doing "all the right things." She explores the subtle but powerful disconnect between workin…

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Mirrorless or DSLR 10:11

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Episode 200 - Which is best for you, Mirrorless or a DSLR? The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/200 Kit - Set up a free account with a list of up to 10,000 emails. Please leave a voice message for Andy at SpeakPipe.com. Ask a question and get on the podcast, you know it makes sense. Join the Facebook Group and ask as many questio…

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424: My 1-Hour Content Strategy That Drives $200K+/Year 22:24

23d ago22:24

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What if the secret to doubling your sales wasn't about doing more, but about doing less — and doing it intentionally? In this episode, Nicole shares how she transformed her business by breaking free from the content hamster wheel and focusing her energy on what truly moves the needle. She opens up about the fear-driven patterns that keep entreprene…

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423: Money, Human Design & The Energetics of Success 18:03

25d ago18:03

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What if success had less to do with how hard you work and everything to do with the energy you bring? In this episode, Nicole shares a fresh perspective on what it really takes to create results that feel aligned, sustainable, and deeply satisfying. She opens up about her own shift from grinding her way through business to leading with energetic al…

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422: The Authority Matrix: Using Human Design Gates to Stand Out as a Leader 18:23

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Have you ever wondered what really makes someone stand out online? In this episode, Nicole unpacks the truth about what separates memorable, magnetic leaders from everyone else trying to do the same thing. If you've been struggling to define your voice or feel invisible in a crowded market, you'll discover why the key to being seen isn't about doin…

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421: Unmute Your Mission: Turn Your Calling into a Clear Message 18:15

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Have you ever felt the pull toward something bigger, but fear or uncertainty kept you standing still? In this episode, Nicole opens up about a powerful turning point in her journey — why she's closing the door on her long-running Authority Accelerator Masterclass and what it really means to release something successful to make space for the next ev…

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ChatGPT Atlas deep dive: The browser that knows too much? 44:30

2M ago44:30

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The Breakeven Brothers are finally back! After another hiatus filled with cross-continental travel, surprise kitten fostering, and a whole lot of life, Bradley and Bennett jump right back into the deep end. We kick things off with stories from Brad's trip to Korea—navigating rainy weddings and constant hotel hopping—and Bennett's unexpected turn as…

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420: November Human Design & Astrology Transits w/ Christina Luna 53:12

2M ago53:12

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Have you been feeling a restless pull toward change — but can't quite tell what's shifting beneath the surface? In this month's Human Design and astrology conversation, Nicole and Christina explore the energetic transition from Libra's balance to Scorpio's depth, and what it means to navigate the unknown with grace. Together, they unpack the power …

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Time To Say Goodbye. 38:17

2M ago38:17

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View All The Photos From Todays Photo Walk - https://beginnerphotopod.com/finalphotowalk #596 In today’s episode, Raymond Hatfield shares why letting go of the Beginner Photography Podcast is the decision that could recharge your creativity and rekindle your passion for shooting. If you’re feeling burned out, stuck in a creative rut, or like your c…

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419: I Got Thrown Off My Game, Here's How Human Design Brought Me Back 26:25

2M ago26:25

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Have you ever felt like you were doing everything "right," yet somehow lost touch with your own power? In this honest and intimate episode, Nicole shares how a season of confusion and overthinking pulled her off course — and how Human Design became the exact framework that helped her find her way back. She opens up about the subtle ways we give our…

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418: The Role of Your Incarnation Cross in Business 26:35

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What if your purpose wasn't something you had to find, but something you were meant to live—every single day? In this episode, Nicole unpacks how your incarnation cross shapes the way you lead, build, and grow your business. She explains why understanding your Human Design isn't about memorizing your chart, but embodying your unique energy so your …

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Recipe for Perfect Photos: Mastering Manual Mode Made 27:33

2M ago27:33

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#595 In today’s episode of the podcast I share a simple, recipe-inspired approach to mastering manual camera settings. You’ll understand ISO, aperture, and shutter speed from a fresh, food-themed perspective, so you can finally create photos with confidence, not confusion. Ultimate Photography Education Bundle: Step-by-step online photography cours…

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417: Why Your Attachment Style is Sabotaging Your Business (and How to Heal It) with Jessica Baum 2/4 Pure Generator 52:38

2M ago52:38

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Have you ever wondered why you keep attracting the same kinds of relationships—or why certain dynamics show up in both your personal life and your business? In this episode, Nicole sits down with Jessica Baum, a 2/4 Pure Generator, licensed psychotherapist, and bestselling author of Anxiously Attached, to unpack the hidden patterns that shape how w…

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416: How to Survive Survival: Rebuilding Identity and Finding Flow with 1/3 Emotional Projector Jessica Buchanan 28:25

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What happens after you survive the unimaginable — and life expects you to simply move on? In this episode, 1/3 Emotional Projector Jessica Buchanan shares how being kidnapped and held hostage in Somalia became only the beginning of her true story. She opens up about the long and often unseen process of "surviving survival" — rebuilding identity, tr…

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Light Made Simple: 4 Secrets to Instantly Improve Your Photos 50:55

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#594 In this episode of The Beginner Photography Podcast, we explore the fundamental role that light plays in photography. Enroll in the Ultimate Photography Education Bundle Today - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle The learning objectives are clear: listeners should be able to identify and observe how light intensity, direction, color temperatu…

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415: Your Purpose & Answering "The Call" 17:48

2M ago17:48

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What if the calling you've been waiting to understand is actually waiting for you to answer it? In this episode, Nicole unpacks what it really means to live your purpose — not as a destination to find, but as a choice you make every day. Through honest stories and grounded wisdom, she shows how Human Design can help you reconnect to the part of you…

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Unpacking OpenAI's DevDay: changes you need to know 51:06

2M ago51:06

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For our dirty 30, we're unpacking some of the biggest AI news of the year, coming at you fresh on the same day it dropped. OpenAI just held their DevDay, and to say they dropped a bombshell would be an understatement. We’re giving our live, unfiltered reactions to a tidal wave of new releases that genuinely knocked it out of the park. From an App S…

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414: 3 Energetic Shifts Every Entrepreneur Must Make 23:13

2M ago23:13

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Have you ever wondered why, no matter how much effort you put in, things still don't seem to click the way you want them to? In this episode, Nicole explores the subtle but powerful shifts in mindset and energy that can change everything about how you experience business and life. These aren't just fluffy affirmations—these are practical perspectiv…

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Photo Q&A: How to Avoid Wasting Money on Camera Gear 54:14

2M ago54:14

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#593 In this month’s Q&A episode of the Beginner Photography Podcast, we answer questions that span both technical and philosophical aspects of photography. The conversation centers around real-world challenges for beginners – such as gear selection, repair decisions, getting comfortable with taking photos of strangers, and figuring out what to do …

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413: PR, Pleasure & the Power of Being Seen with 5/1 Emotional Manifesting Generator Amy Bartko 58:13

2M ago58:13

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What does it really mean to be visible—in your business, your relationships, and even in the bedroom? In this episode, Nicole sits down with Amy Bartko, founder of Chatterbox PR & Marketing, to explore how visibility shows up in every area of life and why it matters more than we think. Amy shares her story of running a successful PR agency while cr…

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Claude Code fell off... did GPT-5 codex take the throne? 55:39

3M ago55:39

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The Brothers are back! After a much-needed month-long break filled with wedding anniversaries, unfortunate illnesses, and a trip to Hawaii, Bradley and Bennett return to find the AI world has moved at lightning speed. They waste no time diving headfirst into a tool that has defined white-collar work for decades: Excel. With Anthropic's Claude now a…

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412: October Human Design & Astrology Transits w/ Christina Luna 43:50

2M ago43:50

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What if October is less about fear and more about courage? In this episode, Nicole is joined by Christina Luna to unpack the energies shaping this month and what they mean for your relationships, creativity, and personal transformation. Together, they explore the aftermath of eclipse season, why so many people felt tested in September, and how Libr…

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Better Photos Start With This One Thing: Fun 43:42

3M ago43:42

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#592 In today’s episode, we’re exploring how to rediscover the fun in photography at any skill level, with creative tips and hands-on strategies to keep your passion alive! Photography can sometimes feel overwhelming—too many buttons, confusing settings, and the pressure to get everything perfect can zap the fun right out of it. If you’ve ever felt…

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411: Make Fear Your Homeboy & Become Fully Expressed with 4/6 Emotional Projector Judi Holler 1:07:22

3M ago1:07:22

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What does it really mean to live fully expressed — even when fear shows up at every turn? In this conversation, Judi Holler shares her journey of embracing self-expression, stepping into her power, and transforming fear into fuel. From her roots in improv and professional speaking to the moment she boldly claimed the title of "self-expressionist," …

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410: Shifting to a Higher Timeline with Human Design 28:46

3M ago28:46

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What would it take for you to finally step into the version of yourself who creates extraordinary results? In this episode, Nicole explores what it really means to shift into your highest timeline and build the business and life you've been dreaming about. She shares her own journey of breaking through income ceilings and reveals the surprising "si…

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409: From Scattered to Sovereign CEO with Human Design 20:53

3M ago20:53

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Are you doing everything you're "supposed to" in your business but still not seeing the results you want? You're showing up, taking action, investing time and energy—but somehow, it's just not landing. In this episode, Nicole uncovers why so many driven entrepreneurs end up stuck in this frustrating loop. She breaks down the real difference between…

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408: The Sales Every Day Formula 19:10

3M ago19:10

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What if you could make sales every single day without being chained to social media? In this episode, Nicole shares the exact shifts that allowed her to break free from the daily posting grind and still see consistent Stripe notifications roll in—even during months when she barely showed up online. Have you ever felt like your sales are tied to whe…

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407: Cultivate Energetic Authority with Human Design 22:53

3M ago22:53

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Have you ever felt like the world's best-kept secret—even though you know you're good at what you do? In this episode, Nicole unpacks the concept of energetic authority and why it's often the missing piece for entrepreneurs who have the credentials, testimonials, and expertise but still struggle to be seen. You'll discover how Human Design provides…

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Did AI Just Kill Product Photography? 8:50

3M ago8:50

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Episode 199 - AI is starting to make certain genres obsolete. The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/199 F-Stoppers Video Google Nano Banana The Photoshop for Photographers course Kit - Set up a free account with a list of up to 10,000 emails. Please leave a voice message for Andy at SpeakPipe.com Ask a question and get on the podc…

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406: Creating a Business Around Your Purpose 24:53

3M ago24:53

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What would it look like to build a business that fuels you instead of drains you? In this episode, Nicole explores how to create a business centered around purpose, alignment, and authenticity, rather than logic and hustle. Nicole shares how purpose acts as the true driver of sustainable success, and why embodying your message matters far more than…

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The Value of Hands on Learning In Person with Cris Duncan 44:54

3M ago44:54

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#591 Cris Duncan is an experienced studio owner from Lubbock, Texas, well-known for his expertise in lighting and in-person photography education. The conversation dives into the transformative value of hands-on, in-person learning experiences for photographers at all stages, shining a spotlight on Cris’ role with the Texas School of Professional P…

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405: The Secret Framework Every 6-Figure Entrepreneur Has (But Won't Tell You About) 19:05

3M ago19:05

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What's the one thing every successful entrepreneur has that makes their content flow and their offers sell with ease — and why isn't anyone talking about it? In this episode, Nicole pulls back the curtain on a powerful yet often-overlooked element that could be the key to shifting your business out of confusion and into clarity. She explains how th…