Best Chris Guillebeau Onward Project Podcasts (2025)

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

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

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

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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

4d 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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Ep. 3228 - Weekend Workshop: When Getting Fired Becomes Your Best Break 7:15

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

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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

7d ago5:03

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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

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

8d ago7:41

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

9d 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. 3222 - First $1,000: “CRM Makeovers” for Real Estate Agents 5:56

11d ago5:56

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In this week’s First $1,000 segment, meet the HubSpot whiz who charges Realtors $500 for a three-hour CRM detox—merging duplicates, tagging leads, and automating follow-ups before lunch. 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…

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Ep. 3221 - Weekend Workshop: The Premium Pricing Paradox 7:19

12d ago7:19

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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: the $100 Alaska coupon book that sells over and over. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of…

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Ep. 3220 - Q&A: “When is business coaching worth the cost?” 5:35

13d ago5:35

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Coaching can fast-track growth—or drain a lot of money from your bank account. In this short episode, you’ll learn a simple metric to decide whether a pricey mentor is a smart bet or a motivational luxury. 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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Ep. 3219 - Q&A: “Can I sell carbon-offset checks to small brands?” 5:54

14d ago5:54

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Green-washing headlines have everyone nervous, and for good reason. Today we design a “quick-check” carbon-audit service small brands will pay for—and keep the workload under two hours per client. 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…

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Ep. 3218 - TBT: I Built a Supplement Guide People Actually Trust 5:50

15d ago5:50

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In this week’s Throwback Thursday segment, learn how a side hustler built a trustworthy supplement guide from one TikTok video, turning it into a $40,000 affiliate 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 fre…

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Ep. 3217 - STORY: Aussie Stretches Out with Online Store for Tall Women 7:02

16d ago7:02

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Tall women everywhere rejoice as an eCommerce side hustle brings new meaning to ‘top shelf.’ 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 several days each week. Show notes: SideHustleS…

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Ep. 3216 - Q&A: “How do I avoid a garage full of unsold kits?” 5:05

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Should you spend months growing followers or risk cash on inventory right away? Today we outline a “test-then-preorder” strategy that proves demand in weeks, pays for production up front, and builds your email list as you go. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without …

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Ep. 3215 - First $1,000: Board-Game Date Nights in a Café Basement 5:54

18d ago5:54

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In this week’s First $1,000 segment, hear how a board-game collector transformed an unused café basement into a candle-lit playground for couples. 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. 3214 - Weekend Workshop: From Spreadsheets to Six Figures 7:04

19d ago7:04

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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: the original spreadsheet king. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra …

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Ep. 3213 - Q&A: “Can I monetize a college scholarship database?” 5:01

20d ago5:01

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Obscure college scholarships are gold, at least if parents trust your data. In this episode we design a subscription, ROI guarantee, and tech stack that can turn a spreadsheet into monthly income. 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…

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Ep. 3212 - Q&A: “Will people pay for AI-optimized resumés?” 5:09

21d ago5:09

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Cheap resumé bots and pricey human writers leave a gap. We’ll show how an AI-plus-expert service can fill it, both profitably and credibly. 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 …

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Ep. 3211 - TBT: Built in a Weekend, Used by Thousands 5:11

22d ago5:11

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In this week’s Throwback Thursday segment, hear how a side project built over a single weekend turned into a surprisingly steady income stream, all thanks to a clunky but useful Chrome extension with 5,000 loyal users. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quittin…

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Ep. 3210 - STORY: Canadian Bidets Modernize Bathroom Life 7:42

23d ago7:42

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In several parts of the world, bidets are used in lieu of toilet paper—but why not in Canada? One man sets out to change that, flushing away discouragement and banking profits. 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. 3209 - Q&A: “How do I use exit pop-ups?” 4:44

24d ago4:44

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A well-timed nudge can rescue sales, but only if it feels like service, not a race to the bottom. Let’s design a polite “please stay” offer that boosts revenue without creating coupon addicts. 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, th…

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Ep. 3208 - First $1,000: Vintage Sewing Machine Rehab Workshops 5:29

25d ago5:29

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In this week’s First $1,000 segment, meet the maker who buys twenty-dollar thrift-store sewing machines, teaches students to revive them, and lets each participant leave with a fully functioning vintage Singer. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their …

Chris Guillebeau Onward Project Podcasts

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

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

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

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

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

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Ep. 3222 - First $1,000: “CRM Makeovers” for Real Estate Agents 5:56

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Ep. 3221 - Weekend Workshop: The Premium Pricing Paradox 7:19

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Ep. 3220 - Q&A: “When is business coaching worth the cost?” 5:35

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Ep. 3219 - Q&A: “Can I sell carbon-offset checks to small brands?” 5:54

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Ep. 3218 - TBT: I Built a Supplement Guide People Actually Trust 5:50

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Ep. 3217 - STORY: Aussie Stretches Out with Online Store for Tall Women 7:02

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Ep. 3216 - Q&A: “How do I avoid a garage full of unsold kits?” 5:05

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Ep. 3215 - First $1,000: Board-Game Date Nights in a Café Basement 5:54

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Ep. 3214 - Weekend Workshop: From Spreadsheets to Six Figures 7:04

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Ep. 3213 - Q&A: “Can I monetize a college scholarship database?” 5:01

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Ep. 3212 - Q&A: “Will people pay for AI-optimized resumés?” 5:09

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Ep. 3211 - TBT: Built in a Weekend, Used by Thousands 5:11

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Ep. 3210 - STORY: Canadian Bidets Modernize Bathroom Life 7:42

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Ep. 3209 - Q&A: “How do I use exit pop-ups?” 4:44

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Ep. 3208 - First $1,000: Vintage Sewing Machine Rehab Workshops 5:29