Best Onward Project Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 560: Very Special Episode: What Secrets Does Your Therapist Wish They Could Tell You? 38:50

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10h ago38:50

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We talk to Lori Gottlieb—psychotherapist, bestselling author, and co-host of the “Since You Asked” advice podcast—about what she wishes she could tell her patients. We discuss questions like why patients lie to their therapists, how to know if you’re the toxic friend, how to handle a challenging holiday gathering, and how to end rumination. Resourc…

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Ep. 3238 - STORY: Agricultural Teacher Earns $200,000 Selling Lesson Plans 7:25

5h ago7:25

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After creating course materials for a forgotten group of educators, this agricultural teacher now earns a significant income from a growing business. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and lis…

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Ep. 3237 - Q&A: “Will professionals trade hours instead of cash?” 4:41

1d ago4:41

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Can busy side hustlers trade skills instead of dollars? Today we outline a lean time-bank model—simple rules, low overhead, and real incentives to keep everyone honest. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free gui…

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A Little Happier: A Teaching Story So Good That It Should Be True 3:00

2d ago3:00

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Sometimes a teaching story has such a great lesson that it doesn’t even matter if it’s not true. While the famous story of the sardines and the catfish turns out to be apocryphal, it illustrates a useful truth: Being in an environment where we need to show hustle can be better for us than quiet, stagnant surroundings. Get in touch: podcast@gretchen…

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Ep. 3236 - First $1,000: Turning Cable Chaos into Magnetic Profit 5:58

2d ago5:58

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Tired of cables dangling each time your standing desk rises? A quick TikTok clip of magnetic rails snapping cords into place sparked a rush of orders for this savvy side hustler. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show include…

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Ep. 3235 - Weekend Workshop: The Wandering Teacher's Global Classroom 8:15

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This new segment is all about helping you learn the key steps to a new side hustle in 2025, one step or concept per week. It includes activities, examples, and more—and of course it’s all free. Today’s topic: an early language hacker starts “Fluent in 3 Months.” Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of…

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Episode 957: Our Q & A for White/Blue Collar Business Owners With Products and Services Costing $1,000 and Higher 4:34

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strategic consultingservices.com

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More Happier: Deck the Halls! 24 Quick Tasks to Get Holiday-Ready [Revisited] 21:29

4d ago21:29

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A twist on our “Clear the Decks” strategy—this episode guides you through a series of quick, one-minute tasks to help you get organized for the holidays. Resources & links related to this episode: Sign up to be an organ donor! We mention the Five-Senses Journal, which includes spaces to do five-senses portraits. To make it easier to identify good g…

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Ep. 3234 - Q&A: “What’s a fair founder-investor deal between friends?” 5:35

4d ago5:35

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Cash can launch the product; labor will keep it alive. Today we map out founder-friendly splits, vesting schedules, and a simple “dynamic equity” formula that grows with effort. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes…

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Ep. 3233 - Q&A: “Where do I find my first paying customer?” 4:56

5d ago4:56

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One sale beats a hundred compliments. Let’s walk through a low-risk, weekend-ready plan that puts money in this side hustler’s hands within two weeks. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and li…

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Ep. 3232 - TBT: The Garage Gym Hustle That Went Digital 6:00

6d ago6:00

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In this week’s Throwback Thursday segment, learn how one fitness fan turned flipping gym equipment into a small media business. He now sells setup guides and curates weekly home gym deals for thousands of subscribers. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting…

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Ep. 443: How To Be Pitch Perfect 26:43

6d ago26:43

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Liz and Sarah have SO MANY pitches coming up! They decided to hire Pitch Coach, Jordana Oberman, to help them up their game. And they’re so glad they did. In Take A Hike, Sarah shares why a recent L.A. Zoo outing with Violet reminded her to talk to strangers. Then Sarah gives Violet a Hit for getting Sarah to go to concerts, and Liz gives herself a…

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Ep. 3231 - STORY: The Coffee Grinder That Made $300,000 8:25

7d ago8:25

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Rise and shine! A petroleum engineer finds the perfect item to resell on Amazon. He goes on to sell $300,000 worth of the humble coffee grinder. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener…

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Ep. 559: Feel Lonely? Out of Touch? Try This. Plus the Beautiful Pressure to “Use It Up” 30:07

7d ago30:07

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We talk about the value of having a party (a party that’s not family- or child-centric). We share an easy hack for assembling furniture. Plus listeners give their examples of how they feel the pressure to “use up”—the beautiful offerings of the world. Resources & links related to this episode: Here's a guide to help you generate thoughtful gift ide…

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Ep. 3230 - Q&A: “How do I test Facebook vs. free traffic?” 5:22

8d ago5:22

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Free traffic feels safe, but paid ads might unlock a faster lane—IF the math checks out. Let’s design a two-week, $200 ad test with clear “go / no-go” numbers so this side hustler can see truth, not guesswork. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their j…

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Ep. 3229 - First $1,000: Shopify Library Becomes Paid Subscription 6:45

9d ago6:45

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Shopify merchants kept begging forums for the same quick theme fixes. One developer bundled all his proven snippets behind a $15 monthly paywall—and 170 store owners are happily copying, pasting, and paying. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job…

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A Little Happier: Surprise: Gossip Can Be Good for You 2:57

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Despite its bad reputation, gossip is actually a ubiquitous and important feature of human communication. Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and the Happier app. Find the transcript for this episode on the episode details…

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Ep. 3228 - Weekend Workshop: When Getting Fired Becomes Your Best Break 7:15

11d ago7:15

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This new segment is all about helping you learn the key steps to a new side hustle in 2025, one step or concept per week. It includes activities, examples, and more—and of course it’s all free. Today’s topic: if he hadn’t been pushed, he wouldn’t have made the leap. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studie…

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More Happier: Embrace the Immersive, Reflect on Your Algorithm & Clear Clutter to Boost Energy 25:25

11d ago25:25

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We talk about why immersive experiences are so energizing and interesting. We also explore how we can know ourselves better by considering what the algorithm reflects back to us about our interests, and we talk about the satisfaction of clearing clutter. Resources & links related to this episode: Masquerade Viola's Room Life in Five Senses Titanic …

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Ep. 3227 - Q&A: “Why won’t TikTok followers join my newsletter?” 5:19

12d ago5:19

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TikTok, Snap, and Instagram fame is fun, but e-mail tends to pay the bills. Today we lay out the follower-to-inbox conversion math, including the moment a list becomes non-negotiable. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show in…

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Ep. 3226 - Q&A: “Can I legally profit from salvaging barn wood?” 5:03

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Old barns can be gold mines—or legal landmines. Today we cover permits, insurance, and realistic margins for turning reclaimed boards into profit. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listen…

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Ep. 3225 - TBT: A Guided Journal, a Friend in Need, and 1,000+ Sales 5:59

14d ago5:59

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In this week’s Throwback Thursday segment, learn how a creative project for a friend in recovery became a business, eventually leading to a partnership with a Washington, DC nonprofit. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show i…

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Ep. 442: Sucking It Up 28:10

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After a recent rude encounter related to one of their projects, Liz and Sarah talk about how sometimes you just have to suck it up. (Being able to see your own facial expression on Zoom helps!) In honor of Halloween, they share their personal horror stories and discuss why it’s good to laugh at yourself. Then, in The Craft (& Fain), they explore wh…

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Ep. 558: Have “One Big Thing” Holding You Back? Listeners Weigh In. Plus the Value of Making Space 35:04

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We discuss why making space to put things away can free up your time, energy, and space—also, buying duplicates of necessary items can make life easier. Plus listeners give their answers about the “one big thing” they had to tackle, and how finally confronting that challenge made their lives happier. Resources & links related to this episode: Check…

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Ep. 3224 - STORY: Line Chef Makes Millions Cooking Up Apron Empire 7:41

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A chef sets out to reinvent the humble apron, growing it to a multi-million-dollar company while still working in restaurants at night. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A seve…

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Episode 956: In Business or Your Personal Life, You Must Take a Swing 5:13

10d ago5:13

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Ep. 3223 - Q&A: “When does a logo actually matter?” 4:37

15d ago4:37

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Today’s caller wonders whether to polish the package or finish the product. We’ll set a two-checkpoint rule that keeps creativity flowing, without turning branding into busywork. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show include…

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Ep. 560: Very Special Episode: What Secrets Does Your Therapist Wish They Could Tell You? 38:50

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Ep. 3238 - STORY: Agricultural Teacher Earns $200,000 Selling Lesson Plans 7:25

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Ep. 3237 - Q&A: “Will professionals trade hours instead of cash?” 4:41

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A Little Happier: A Teaching Story So Good That It Should Be True 3:00

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Ep. 3236 - First $1,000: Turning Cable Chaos into Magnetic Profit 5:58

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Ep. 3235 - Weekend Workshop: The Wandering Teacher's Global Classroom 8:15

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Episode 957: Our Q & A for White/Blue Collar Business Owners With Products and Services Costing $1,000 and Higher 4:34

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More Happier: Deck the Halls! 24 Quick Tasks to Get Holiday-Ready [Revisited] 21:29

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Ep. 3234 - Q&A: “What’s a fair founder-investor deal between friends?” 5:35

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Ep. 3233 - Q&A: “Where do I find my first paying customer?” 4:56

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Ep. 3232 - TBT: The Garage Gym Hustle That Went Digital 6:00

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Ep. 443: How To Be Pitch Perfect 26:43

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Ep. 3231 - STORY: The Coffee Grinder That Made $300,000 8:25

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Ep. 559: Feel Lonely? Out of Touch? Try This. Plus the Beautiful Pressure to “Use It Up” 30:07

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Ep. 3230 - Q&A: “How do I test Facebook vs. free traffic?” 5:22

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Ep. 3229 - First $1,000: Shopify Library Becomes Paid Subscription 6:45

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A Little Happier: Surprise: Gossip Can Be Good for You 2:57

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Ep. 3228 - Weekend Workshop: When Getting Fired Becomes Your Best Break 7:15

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More Happier: Embrace the Immersive, Reflect on Your Algorithm & Clear Clutter to Boost Energy 25:25

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Ep. 3227 - Q&A: “Why won’t TikTok followers join my newsletter?” 5:19

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Ep. 3226 - Q&A: “Can I legally profit from salvaging barn wood?” 5:03

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Ep. 3225 - TBT: A Guided Journal, a Friend in Need, and 1,000+ Sales 5:59

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Ep. 442: Sucking It Up 28:10

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Ep. 558: Have “One Big Thing” Holding You Back? Listeners Weigh In. Plus the Value of Making Space 35:04

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Ep. 3224 - STORY: Line Chef Makes Millions Cooking Up Apron Empire 7:41

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Episode 956: In Business or Your Personal Life, You Must Take a Swing 5:13

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Ep. 3223 - Q&A: “When does a logo actually matter?” 4:37