Best Sidehustlepro Podcasts (2025)

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459: Her Plant-Based Soaps Landed Her On Shark Tank And On The Path To $1.2M In Sales 51:39

5d ago51:39

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This week in the guest chair we have Kristen Dunning, founder and CEO of Gently Soap - a bathing brand built on her self-developed herbal infusions. An MBA grad, Kristen hails from a rare five generations of Black Alabama farmers, and she’s continuing the legacy by bringing joy back to bathing experiences for people with sensitive skin, using the m…

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458: Why Your Podcast Isn't Making Money (and How to Fix It) 31:29

12d ago31:29

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This week I’m back with a solo episode where I’m giving you the tools to make money with your podcast. When I became a full-time podcaster in 2017, I focused on my revenue streams like brand partnerships, sponsorships, courses, and VIP programs, leading to having over 10 million episode downloads to date. I’m here to help you get your podcast to th…

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457: How Julia Coney Pivoted Careers to Pioneer a New Era in the Food & Wine Industry 1:02:05

19d ago1:02:05

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This week in the guest chair we have Julia Coney, award winning wine writer, speaker, & consultant. Julia wears many hats, including being the Wine Consultant for American Airlines and Founder of Black Wine Professionals; a resource for Black professionals in the world of wine. In this episode she shares about: Being multi-passionate: how exploring…

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456: How To Build a LinkedIn Profile That Helps You Side Hustle 53:48

25d ago53:48

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This week we’re taking it back to my convo with Portia Obeng, social media strategist, LinkedIn coach, and former Side Hustle Pro social media manager! With over 10 years of experience, Portia guides people through the ever-changing social media landscape to amplify their personal brands and make money. In this episode she shares about: The steps s…

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455: How One Podcast Became a Six-Figure Consulting Firm w/ Zach Nunn 1:10:17

1M ago1:10:17

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This week in the guest chair, we have former Podcast Moguls student Zach Nunn, Founder and CEO of Living Corporate. Zach unpacks how he turned his podcast into a thriving consulting business, landing brand partnerships with major corporations like Pfizer and more. He talks about the strategies behind creating authentic, high-quality content, levera…

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454: Demetria Lucas on Taking Career Risks and Embracing Pivots 42:52

1M ago42:52

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This week we’re airing my first ever live podcast! I had the opportunity to sit down with author, journalist, and media powerhouse Demetria Lucas at the On Air Fest in Brooklyn, NY. From launching A Belle in BK to building an empire that spans books, film, podcasting, and more, Demetria has mastered the art of evolving and thriving as a multi-hyphe…

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453: 9 Side Hustles You Can Start Today That Could Replace Your 9-5 36:15

1M ago36:15

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Are you ready to finally take the leap and start your side hustle, but don’t know where to start? This week we are outlining nine high-potential side hustles that can realistically scale to replace—or significantly supplement—your full-time income. Now these are not quick-fix ideas, these are long-term businesses that can bring you recurring revenu…

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452: Feeling Stuck? My Favorite Techniques to Get Back on Track 40:59

2M ago40:59

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Today I am back with a solo episode where I share my favorite techniques to get back on track when you're feeling stuck. It's time to take a step back, reflect on what has worked, what hasn't, and what we're going to do about it. Whether you're dealing with mid-year slumps or just need a boost, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help …

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451: What It Takes to Launch a Chick-fil-A Franchise w/ Kareem Edwards 58:38

2M ago58:38

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This week in the guest chair we have Kareem Edwards, one of the very first men to grace the Side Hustle Pro guest chair! Hailing from Far Rockaway, Queens, Kareem got his start in major corporate roles at Lehman Brothers, Kraft Heinz, and Google—all while dreaming of owning a business. Kareem decided to pursue franchising and balanced a 9-to-5 at G…

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450: How to Side Hustle With a Full-Time Job 25:46

2M ago25:46

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Welcome back to the Side Hustle Pro podcast, your headquarters for turning passion projects into profitable businesses! I’m Nicaila, and today we’re talking about how to find (and protect) the time you need to build your side hustle. I get it: Working a full-time job, juggling family commitments, and trying to live your life can make your side hust…

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449: How to Turn Your Skills Into a Side Hustle 22:13

2M ago22:13

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Always wanted to start a side hustle but didn’t know what industry to try? This week I’m breaking down the exact process of identifying the skills you do effortlessly and turning them into a profitable side hustle. In this episode I share: How to pinpoint the skills hiding in your “blind spot” The importance of surveying your network to confirm you…

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448: Breaking My Own Glass Ceiling 53:07

3M ago53:07

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This week we’re changing it up and I’m sitting in the guest chair. In this special “podcast swap” episode of Side Hustle Pro, I’m sharing an interview from the podcast To Tell You The Truth with host—and Podcast Moguls student—Brittany Sharpton. We dive into the concept of self-imposed barriers and how they can prevent entrepreneurs, especially Bla…

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447: Harlem’s Fashion Row CEO Shares Her Secret To Sponsorship w/ Brandice Daniel 55:00

3M ago55:00

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This week in the guest chair we have a returning guest Brandice Daniel, founder and CEO of Harlem’s Fashion Row. Brandice launched Harlem’s Fashion Row to bridge the gap between multicultural fashion designers and major fashion brands. From producing top-tier runway events to groundbreaking collaborations—such as her famous partnership with Nike an…

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446: Mindset Hacks For Every Business Owner 27:59

3M ago27:59

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This week we’re diving into how to shift your mindset to set yourself up for success. Here’s the thing—I’ve learned over the years that your mindset isn’t just a nice-to-have; it’s the foundation for everything you’re trying to build. Whether it’s pushing past fear to finally launch your business, staying consistent when sales are slow, or silencin…

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445: Done Is Better Than Perfect 32:25

3M ago32:25

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This week we’re diving into one of my favorite mantras: Done is better than perfect. I was inspired by my decision to relaunch my Master the Gram Challenge. It’s been years since I last did it, and I had to remind myself to push forward without overthinking. I’m breaking down how I got it off the ground and the lessons I’ve learned along the way. I…

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444: Five Steps to Finally Launch Your Side Hustle 36:06

4M ago36:06

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We’re kicking off this new year by welcoming new and returning listeners to Side Hustle Pro with a reminder that it’s never too late—or too early—to pursue a side hustle. Inspired by an email from a listener, I was reminded that my focus on Black women entrepreneurs still resonates with a wide audience, proving that clarity in your target listener …

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[BONUS] Master The Gram Challenge To Kick Off 2025! 2:25

4M ago2:25

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Are you tired of feeling stuck when it comes to Instagram? Not sure how to use it to promote your business effectively? If creating content feels overwhelming or you’re spinning your wheels trying to figure out what works, this is for you. The Master the Gram Challenge is designed to help you take control of Instagram and finally make it work for y…

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443: She Side Hustled Her Way To a Multi-Million Dollar Wine Business (Feat. Whitney Gates) 45:30

4M ago45:30

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This week in the guest chair we have Whitney Gates, an experienced marketing leader turned entrepreneur as co-founder and CEO of Wondry Wine. Her diversified skill set is driven by over 13 years of experience in brand management, shopper marketing and sales across Fortune 200 companies. Rejecting exclusivity, Wondry presents customers with a more a…

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442: Melyssa Ford on Health, Hustle, and Healing 1:09:09

5M ago1:09:09

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This week in the guest chair we have Melyssa Ford, media personality, actress, and advocate known for her dynamic presence in entertainment. With a career spanning television, film, and radio, she has captivated audiences as a host on the Joe Budden podcast and various TV appearances. As a seasoned veteran in media and entertainment, Melyssa master…

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441: How Alexis Barber Balances Being A Wharton MBA, Influencer, and Founder 56:28

5M ago56:28

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This week in the guest chair we have Alexis Barber, a lifestyle influencer and founder of Too Collective, a modern wellness and loungewear brand. At just 25 years old, Alexis is the host of the top-rated Too Smart For This Podcast and has worked with brands like Lululemon, Rare Beauty, Microsoft, and Miss Dior as a content creator. In this episode …

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440: She Went From NICU Nurse To Full-Time Content Creator and Published Author 58:33

5M ago58:33

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Helena Faustin is a Registered Nurse and content creator from New York City who has garnered an audience of millions by sharing her love and passion for cooking. As a mother of three, Helena inspires people with her massively popular food blog, That Nurse Can Cook, to get comfortable in the kitchen and cook delicious meals for their families. In th…

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439: How Podcasting Changed Her Career Trajectory w/ Hiwote Getaneh 59:25

5M ago59:25

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This week we have a special student spotlight featuring Hiwote Getaneh, an audio producer curious about human-centered, emotion-driven storytelling. We first met when she joined my Podcast Moguls accelerator program, and it’s been so awesome to follow her journey from working in social policy research, to growing her own podcast, to actually changi…

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438: How Arsha Jones Took Capital City’s Mambo Sauce To The Next Level 1:03:31

6M ago1:03:31

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This week in the guest chair we are back for an update episode with Arsha Jones, founder of Capital City- the DC-based company behind the wildly popular Mambo Sauce. Stemming from Arsha's desire to create a product that she could sell multiples of, Arsha describes her journey from starting as a web designer, shifting into e-commerce, and finally ve…

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437: Balanced Black Girl Les Alfred on When to Bet on Yourself 55:15

6M ago55:15

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This week in the guest chair we have fellow podcaster Les Alfred, content creator and host of the Balanced Black Girl podcast. Les shares her journey from blogging to launching her podcast, driven by the realization that there were few Black women discussing wellness on her social feeds. Les highlights the importance of relatability and audience co…

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436: Mastering Financial Freedom W/ Author & Podcast Host Jamila Souffrant 54:31

6M ago54:31

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Jamila Souffrant is the author of the book Your Journey To Financial Freedom, and the host of the Journey To Launch podcast. As a go-to thought leader in the personal finance field, her podcast has amassed over 4+ million total downloads. Starting her journey by saving over $100K in two years, she is now financially free. In this episode she shares…

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459: Her Plant-Based Soaps Landed Her On Shark Tank And On The Path To $1.2M In Sales 51:39

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458: Why Your Podcast Isn't Making Money (and How to Fix It) 31:29

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457: How Julia Coney Pivoted Careers to Pioneer a New Era in the Food & Wine Industry 1:02:05

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456: How To Build a LinkedIn Profile That Helps You Side Hustle 53:48

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455: How One Podcast Became a Six-Figure Consulting Firm w/ Zach Nunn 1:10:17

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454: Demetria Lucas on Taking Career Risks and Embracing Pivots 42:52

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453: 9 Side Hustles You Can Start Today That Could Replace Your 9-5 36:15

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452: Feeling Stuck? My Favorite Techniques to Get Back on Track 40:59

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451: What It Takes to Launch a Chick-fil-A Franchise w/ Kareem Edwards 58:38

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450: How to Side Hustle With a Full-Time Job 25:46

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449: How to Turn Your Skills Into a Side Hustle 22:13

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448: Breaking My Own Glass Ceiling 53:07

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447: Harlem’s Fashion Row CEO Shares Her Secret To Sponsorship w/ Brandice Daniel 55:00

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446: Mindset Hacks For Every Business Owner 27:59

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445: Done Is Better Than Perfect 32:25

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444: Five Steps to Finally Launch Your Side Hustle 36:06

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[BONUS] Master The Gram Challenge To Kick Off 2025! 2:25

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443: She Side Hustled Her Way To a Multi-Million Dollar Wine Business (Feat. Whitney Gates) 45:30

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442: Melyssa Ford on Health, Hustle, and Healing 1:09:09

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441: How Alexis Barber Balances Being A Wharton MBA, Influencer, and Founder 56:28

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440: She Went From NICU Nurse To Full-Time Content Creator and Published Author 58:33

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439: How Podcasting Changed Her Career Trajectory w/ Hiwote Getaneh 59:25

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438: How Arsha Jones Took Capital City’s Mambo Sauce To The Next Level 1:03:31

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437: Balanced Black Girl Les Alfred on When to Bet on Yourself 55:15

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436: Mastering Financial Freedom W/ Author & Podcast Host Jamila Souffrant 54:31