Best Crash Course Pods Podcasts (2025)

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

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6m 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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Connecting to Spirit, Spiritual Advisors + the Year of the Horse 52:15

13m ago52:15

52:15

This episode is FULL of actionable insights. In this special solo episode of Slightly Spiritual, Ali and Cindy sit down to discuss how to connect with spirit in simple ways- don't overcomplicate it- how to tap into your intuition, how to discern what is right for YOU, how to find a spiritual advisor that is authentic, how to tell if a spiritual adv…

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

18h 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. 3230 - Q&A: “How do I test Facebook vs. free traffic?” 5:22

2d 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

3d 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

4d ago7:15

7:15

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

5d 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

6d 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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Realistic Mercury Retrograde + Getting Back to "That Girl" Energy 35:10

8d ago35:10

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n this special solo episode of Slightly Spiritual, Ali and Cindy sit down to discuss the Mercury Retrograde shadow period and a realistic Mercury Retrograde guide to get through it. Don't listen to the fear mongering online! We also discuss how to know if you're on the right path and how to decide when to move in with someone- it's all about force …

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

10d ago5:56

5:56

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

11d ago7:19

7:19

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

12d 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

13d 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

14d ago5:50

5:50

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

15d 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

16d ago5:05

5:05

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

17d ago5:54

5:54

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

18d 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

19d 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

20d 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

21d 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

22d 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

23d 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

24d 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 …

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Ep. 3207 - Weekend Workshop: The Global Photography Pivot 6:45

25d ago6:45

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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: a nomadic photography business. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra…

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Ep. 3206 - Q&A: “How do I fight piracy without hurting buyers?” 4:51

26d ago4:51

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You can’t stop every pirate, but you can slow them down—and keep real customers smiling. Today we cover low-cost deterrents, “soft DRM,” and community perks that make stealing less attractive. 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. 3205 - Q&A: “How do I license calming coloring pages to wellness apps?” 4:48

27d ago4:48

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Trade $2 one-time sales for four-figure B2B deals. We build the pitch, pricing, and contract essentials for licensing art to wellness platforms. 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. 3204 - TBT: The Secret Author Behind Your Favorite Romance Novel 5:20

28d ago5:20

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In this week’s Throwback Thursday segment, hear how one fanfiction writer went pro—now earning five figures per project ghostwriting for bestselling romance authors who don’t want their names published. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. Thi…

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Ep. 3203 - STORY: Underwear Side Hustle Turns Into $500,000/Month Business 7:00

27d ago7:00

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By Chris Guillebeau / Onward Project

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Ep. 3202 - Q&A: “Can a ‘tech deals’ newsletter really make money?” 3:49

28d ago3:49

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By Chris Guillebeau / Onward Project

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The Supercharged Spiritual Energy of October 30:51

29d ago30:51

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In this special solo episode of Slightly Spiritual, Ali and Cindy sit down on the full moon in Aries to discuss the supercharged spiritual energy that we felt last week, are feeling today and will continue to feel through the month. We discuss signs and symbols coming in hot at this time, the thin veil, why it's better to keep your energy close to …

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Ep. 3201 - First $1,000: Weekend ASL Crash Courses for Hospitality Staff 4:59

1M ago4:59

4:59

In this week’s First $1,000 segment, hear how a certified interpreter turned empty hotel conference rooms into a training ground for quick, practical American Sign Language (ASL). 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 includ…

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Ep. 3200 - Weekend Workshop: From Utah Piano Teacher to Digital Nomad 5:57

1M ago5:57

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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: a $360,000/year online music school. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn …

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Ep. 3199 - Q&A: “How do I handle a non-compete that hurts my side hustle?” 5:09

1M ago5:09

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A promotion with strings attached can stall a thriving side hustle. Today we’ll walk through reading the fine print, negotiating carve-outs, and keeping both your boss and your business on the road. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This ye…

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Ep. 3198 - Q&A: “I went viral, but now I can’t meet demand!” 5:23

1M ago5:23

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A viral spike is great—until it breaks your capacity. Today we map a four-step triage plan to pause the chaos, satisfy customers, and turn overwhelm into long-term buzz. 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 gu…

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Ep. 3197 - TBT: Turning Property Management Experience Into Digital Products 5:32

1M ago5:32

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In this week’s Throwback Thursday segment, learn how one former apartment manager turned their real estate experience into a template shop for landlords, helping them boost revenue without buying new properties. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their…

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Ep. 3196 - STORY: Google Employee Makes $100,000 Using Fiverr 7:32

1M ago7:32

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In just one year, this Google product manager earned an extra $100,000 by providing marketing services on Fiverr.com. Learn his tips to hack the platform for yourself! 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 guid…

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Love, Divorce + Soul Contract Q + A 45:00

1M ago45:00

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In this special solo episode of Slightly Spiritual, Ali and Cindy discuss neuroscientist Dr. Tara Swart, and then answer YOUR questions. We discuss how to find love, how to heal after divorce, soul contracts and free will vs. destiny. If this episode spoke to you, subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! podcasts.apple.com/us…

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Ep. 3195 - Q&A: “Which passive-income model fits a consultant best?” 6:13

1M ago6:13

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Want to escape the billable-hour treadmill? Today we map out three proven paths—courses, content, and compounding cashflows—that turn one-time effort into long-term 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, the show includes free…

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Ep. 3194 - First $1,000: Marketer Sells Simple Fixes to Dental Clinics 5:11

1M ago5:11

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In this week’s First $1,000 segment, hear how a digital marketer gets paid for cleaning up Google listings for orthodontists—fixing visibility problems most offices didn’t even realize they had. 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. 3193 - Weekend Workshop: The Art of Electronics Arbitrage 8:01

1M ago8:01

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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: buy low, sell high, repeat! Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra mon…

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Ep. 3192 - Q&A: “How can a freelancer pay herself a stable salary?” 5:39

1M ago5:39

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Feast-or-famine income doesn’t have to mean feast-or-famine life. Today we build a simple three-bucket system that turns lumpy freelance revenue into a steady, predictable paycheck. 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 incl…

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Ep. 3191 - Q&A: “What KPIs should I track for my software biz?” 4:23

1M ago4:23

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Fifty customers, fifty metrics—too many for a two-person team. Today we boil micro-SaaS analytics down to the three numbers that actually move the needle. 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 an…

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Ep. 3190 - TBT: Helping Aspiring Film Professionals Get Hired 4:47

1M ago4:47

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In this week’s Throwback Thursday segment, learn how a London-based side hustler launched a service to help aspiring film crew members get their first jobs and union credentials—and how they’re now planning to expand to Los Angeles and Vancouver. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn…

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Ep. 3189 - STORY: College Grad Shares “More than Mac & Cheese” Student Recipes 6:45

1M ago6:45

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When a college student learns to cook, she documents her recipes online, earning more than $1,000/month. 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:…

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Ep. 3188 - Q&A: “Can you run a YouTube channel with only AI voices and scripts?” 4:15

1M ago4:15

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Can a faceless, AI-voiced show win viewers and ad dollars? Today we break down platform rules, audience psychology, and the tiny legal print you can’t ignore when the “host” is synthetic. 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 sho…

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There is No Expiration Date on Your Destiny + Mini Manifestation Crash Course 35:17

1M ago35:17

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In this special solo episode of Slightly Spiritual, Ali and Cindy talk about a concept called the "1% Shift" that you can adapt into your day to day, we discuss Hal Enron's 5 steps to manifesting, we discuss themes from Cindy's retreat as well as what is coming up for the eclipse energy. Cindy and Ali also chat about manifestation- consider this yo…