Best Old Nerd Media Podcasts (2025)

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

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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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Mateusz Gamrot, 'The Smashing Machine' Director Benny Safdie, Fighting Nerds Head Coach, Amir Khan, Tom Nolan, Zombie Jr. 3:15:18

1h ago3:15:18

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Ariel Helwani kicks off the show with a brief review of "The Smashing Machine," and reaction to Artem Lobov withdrawing from his return fight (05:37). Mateusz Gamrot is back to talk about his short-notice fight against Charles Oliveira, what it was like to get the call and his emotions after, getting advice from teammate Dustin Poirier, being energ…

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

23h 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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Ben Askren, Demetrious Johnson, Diego Lopes, Dana White's hypocritical 60 Minutes interview, massive weekend recap 3:25:09

1d ago3:25:09

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Ariel Helwani is back and kicks off the show with some news and notes, including his time in Montreal for Most Valuable Promotions’ Prospects 15 card (07:33), Zuffa Boxing’s deal with Paramount (10:09), Dana White’s "60 Minutes" interview (15:56), fallout from UFC Perth and its impact on UFC 320 (33:01), Wanderlei Silva getting knocked out after hi…

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

2d 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

3d 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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SCL Ep. 543 - Toys When We Were Young - Part Two 1:22:18

3d ago1:22:18

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Come join us this week as Tyler guides us through some of his favorite toys as a kid.By Suplex City Limits

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

4d 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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Oleksandr Usyk challenges Jake Paul to MMA fight, Alex Pereira and Magomed Ankalaev get lost in translation | The Craic 1:06:11

5d ago1:06:11

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Petesy Carroll, Chuck Mindenhall, and Ben Fowlkes come together a fresh edition of The Craic. They kick off the show by breaking down the verbal jousting taking place between Magomed Ankalaev and Alex Pereira ahead of their clash at UFC 320 (6:12). From there, attention shifts to Din Thomas, who floated the idea of a UFC–PFL trade: Magomed Ankalaev…

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

5d 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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The Nerd Nebula - BARKINGTON TIME - The Rotten Revolution Ep.2 7:44

4d ago7:44

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The Rotten Revolution marches onward towards freedom or a pitstop at a fowl stream for a fishing Jamboree.By Suplex City Limits

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Conor McGregor calls for $100 million, UFC Perth preview, PFL simplifies their titles | The Boys in the Back 2:32:07

5d ago2:32:07

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The Boys in the Back double up this week and the show begins with a recap of all the stuff they missed since Monday, including Charles Oliveira getting Mateusz Gamrot (01:37), Jake Paul and Gervonta 'Tank' Davis facing off (07:53), PFL simplifying their title structure (19:37), Conor McGregor calling for $100 million to fight at the White House (48…

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

6d 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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Are we all trapped in a transatlantic Truman Show? 54:22

5d ago54:22

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Can we talk about Trump’s culture war, Putin’s war on inclusivity, and just about everyone’s unwillingness to pay teachers fair wages—and giggle throughout? You better believe it. AFP’s Nina Lamparski is back in the hosting chair, and strap in, listeners, because this week’s show is a *ride.* Our guest this week is the delightful and incisive polit…

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Ariel Helwani Reacts to Classic Interviews, Vol 3: Justin Bieber, Chael Sonnen, Nate Diaz, Jorge Masvidal 1:17:30

7d ago1:17:30

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Ariel Helwani reacts to some of his classic interviews, providing additional insights and behind-the-scenes stories for each. This volume includes one of Ariel's first conversations with Chael Sonnen, prior to him becoming 'The Bad Guy' (02:50), Andrei Arlovski and the infamous 'How's Taste' moment (13:23), pop superstar Justin Bieber getting grill…

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Smack It Down Ep.171 - The Robot Uprising 1:07:27

6d ago1:07:27

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This time on Smack It Down Corey & Jay discuss AEW All Out, Gen V, The Boys & the AFL grand final this coming weekend.By Suplex City Limits

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

7d 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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The MMA Beat: Dissecting recent media issues, Dana White’s press conferences, old war stories, more 1:10:56

8d ago1:10:56

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The MMA Beat is back! Ariel Helwani, Petesy Carroll, Chuck Mindenhall, and Ben Fowlkes discuss journalistic topics including the controversy around platforming Andrew Tate (04:35), Dana White's media strategy and approach to recent press conferences (18:31), the current state of MMA media (25:31), building relationships with subjects, in this case …

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

8d 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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Al Iaquinta IN STUDIO! Charles Oliveira needs an opponent, Ronda Rousey comeback, more | The Boys in the Back 2:47:17

8d ago2:47:17

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The Boys in the Back are joined all show by Long Island own's 'Raging' Al Iaquinta, as they react to hot topics, including the hunt for Charles Oliveira's opponent (03:13), the latest news on the UFC's White House card (10:17), Raja Jackson's arrest (17:52) and Ronda Rousey teasing an MMA comeback (19:39). After talking a bit about Iaquinta's teamm…

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Ep. 3187 - First $1,000: Typography Lover Turns Letters Into Revenue 5:19

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In this week’s First $1,000 segment, learn how a font designer earned their first digital payday with a clean, subway-inspired typeface. With just two fonts and a Creative Market listing, they passed $1,000 in less than a month. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money witho…

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Ep. 3186 - Weekend Workshop: Design Disruption in Traditional Markets 5:47

10d ago5:47

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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 astrology calendar for modern times. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who ea…

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SCL Ep. 542 - Toys When We Were Young - Part One 1:18:24

10d ago1:18:24

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Come join us this week as Jim guides us through some of his favorite toys as a kid.By Suplex City Limits

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Ep. 3185 - Q&A: “How can I sell an Amazon-only FBA brand for top dollar?” 5:05

11d ago5:05

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Trying to sell an Amazon-only FBA brand? In this episode we talk valuation, “channel risk,” and a 90-day tune-up that can add tens of thousands to the sale price of a 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 …

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Fall of Fighting Nerds? Raja Jackson’s arrest, remembering Tom Gerbasi | The Craic 1:21:35

12d ago1:21:35

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Petesy Carroll, Chuck Mindenhall and Ben Fowlkes begin this week’s episode by discussing the doomsday thinking surrounding The Fighting Nerds after they hit a poor run of form in UFC main events (05:57). The conversation then moves onto Raja Jackson’s arrest and the realization that he will likely be a huge commodity for fight sports promoters on t…

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Ep. 3184 - Q&A: “How can a coast-to-coast road trip pay for itself?” 4:54

12d ago4:54

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A coast-to-coast road trip sounds expensive—unless you turn the highway into a revenue stream. Today we map out five travel-friendly hustles that can cover gas, motels, and maybe even a little 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 …

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White House card latest, Arman Tsarukyan watching Ilia Topuria's pockets, P4P crossovers, more 2:20:53

12d ago2:20:53

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The Boys in the Back kick off the show with the latest flurry of updates about the UFC's planned White House event (01:50), including Conor McGregor and Dana White hinting at McGregor headlining the card. Next, they touch on Arman Tsarukyan's comments about Ilia Topuria's wealth (35:27), before delivering their P4P crossovers (48:58), inspired by T…

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Ep. 3183 - TBT: Creator Builds Instagram Mastermind Pod 5:02

13d ago5:02

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In this week’s Throwback Thursday segment, hear how a social media strategist launched a private mastermind pod to help creators boost their Instagram engagement—sharing likes, comments, and algorithm tips. 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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Should we be worried about Russian drones in NATO’s skies? 51:04

12d ago51:04

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There’s no denying it’s been a pretty dark week, but we’ve got a couple of bright spots for you. What could be a better job than dreaming up ways that Europe could be improved? That’s what this week’s guest, Johanna Fabrin, does each day at the Copenhagen think tank 21st Europe. Ahead of our miniseries Who Does It Best, Dominic sat down with Johann…

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Ariel responds to Dana White, Julianna Peña, Timeless Toni Storm, Torrie Wilson, On The Nose, more 3:51:31

13d ago3:51:31

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Ariel Helwani opens the show with a tribute to combat sports writer and friend Thomas Gerbasi, who passed away (00:22). The Boys in the Back join Ariel to answer On The Nose questions, touching on Dana White’s recent comments about Ariel on "Impaulsive," Jon Jones vs. Daniel Cormier, Sean O’Malley’s next fight, and more (20:10). WWE Hall of Famer T…

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Ep. 3182 - STORY: Personal Trainer Pumps Up Breakfast 7:36

14d ago7:36

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A full-time personal trainer takes ‘breakfast of champions’ to the next level with pancakes that put the ‘pro’ in protein, earning $25,000/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 listene…

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Shakur Stevenson, Ricochet, Yoel Romero, Alexander Hernandez, remembering Ricky Hatton, more 3:58:40

14d ago3:58:40

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Ariel Helwani opens today’s show by reacting to Anthony Hernandez withdrawing from his Oct. 18 fight against Reinier de Ridder and Brendan Allen stepping in (05:18). British broadcaster Adam Smith is back on the show to reminisce about Ricky Hatton and celebrate his life (12:13). Shakur Stevenson returns to break down Terence Crawford’s dominance a…

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Ep. 3181 - Q&A: “Should my first info product be $30 or $300?” 5:42

15d ago5:42

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Should you launch your first info product at a budget price or aim for a premium market? Today we unpack perceived value, buyer psychology, and the hidden costs of “cheap” customers—so you can price with confidence. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting t…

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Massive weekend recap, Terence Crawford, Eddie Hearn, Gable Steveson, Zuffa Boxing review, Ricky Hatton memories 4:31:55

15d ago4:31:55

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Ariel Helwani begins the show by touching on the death of Ricky Hatton (3:34), before recapping a loaded combat sports weekend, starting with Terence Crawford's win over Canelo Alvarez (09:25), Eddie Hearn's brewing rivalry with Dana White (16:25), White's fingerprints — or lack thereof — on the card itself (29:47), Turki Alalshikh's growing influe…

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Ep. 3180 - First $1,000: Foot Traffic Nerd Turns Public Data Into Paid Service 5:29

16d ago5:29

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In this week’s First $1,000 segment, hear how a data enthusiast built foot traffic reports for small landlords and local businesses, using public tools and smart packaging. 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. 3179 - Weekend Workshop: Building Systems That Sell Themselves 6:52

17d ago6:52

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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 “guest post tracker” that earned recurring revenue. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies …

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Live from Belfast: Lewis Crocker vs. Paddy Donovan post-fight reaction show 45:46

17d ago45:46

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Petesy is live from Belfast with full coverage of Lewis Crocker vs. Paddy Donovan. He gives his verdict on the decision (02:38), shares post-fight reactions from Lewis Crocker and Eddie Hearn (05:22), and sits down with Gavan Casey to break it all down (21:14).By Ariel Helwani

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SCL Ep. 541- 80's & 90's Commercials 1:13:58

17d ago1:13:58

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Come join us as we check out some commercials from the 80's and 90's.By Suplex City Limits

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Ep. 3178 - Q&A: “How do I stop every freelance project from starting in chaos?” 5:24

18d ago5:24

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Do you begin every freelance project in panic-mode? In today’s episode we build a repeatable onboarding sequence that turns new clients into smooth projects—no assistant required. 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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The Smashing Machine review, Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford press conference & weigh-in reaction | The Craic 1:18:12

18d ago1:18:12

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Petesy Carroll, Chuck Mindenhall, and Ben Fowlkes reunite to cover the week’s biggest topics. First up, Ben gives his exclusive review of The Smashing Machine, starring with Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, off the back of his private screening (7:08). The crew then breaks down the Canelo Alvarez vs. Terrence Crawford presser, where Dana White faced poin…

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Ep. 3177 - Q&A: “How can I make money by renting out houseplants?” 4:11

19d ago4:11

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Can your living-room jungle become a revenue stream? In today’s episode, we explore the growing demand for short-term plant rentals and break down the numbers, logistics, and risks of turning leafy assets into cash. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting t…

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Mega Preview: Noche UFC & Canelo x Crawford, GC's 'Phillies Karen' hot take, P4P with a twist | The Boys in the Back 2:50:20

19d ago2:50:20

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The Boys in the Back kick off a loaded show with remembrance for 9/11, before moving on to news and notes including TKO COO Mark Shapiro revealing details of UFC's rights negotiations (04:22) and Ilia Topuria's response to Terence Crawford (09:18). Next, they preview Saturday's stacked lineup, starting with Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford (17:0…

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Ep. 3176 - TBT: Helping High School Dropouts Start Plumbing Careers 5:40

20d ago5:40

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In this week’s Throwback Thursday segment, learn how one side hustler partnered with trade schools to help high school dropouts gain life skills and secure paid apprenticeships in the plumbing trade. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This y…

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Terrible week for ABBA 49:10

19d ago49:10

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The music industry is reeling due to what’s being called the 'largest intellectual property theft in history' — we’ll dig into the fight between Big Tech and the people who make the music. Meanwhile, Sweden’s new cultural canon has people fuming — not least because it leaves out ABBA. We’ll also hear from Der Spiegel’s Gunter Latsch about his chill…

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Charles Oliveira, Joseph Parker, Jaime Munguia, Alexander Hernandez, On The Nose, more 3:49:52

20d ago3:49:52

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Ariel Helwani begins the show by answering your On The Nose questions, with topics including Andrew Tate, Mike Tyson vs. Floyd Mayweather, and more (05:37). Alexander Hernandez joins to preview his Noche UFC fight against Diego Ferreira, discuss his new nickname, the turning point in his career, and more (1:04:03). Charles Oliveira is back to annou…

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Ep. 3175 - STORY: Movie Industry Friends Rewrite the Credits, Earn $20,000/Month 6:40

21d ago6:40

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Those long credit sequences at the ends of movies can include a LOT of names—and they also take a lot of time for producers to coordinate. When two industry friends team up to simplify the process, they crawl their way to a highly profitable side hustle. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people …

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Diego Lopes, Carlos Prates, Paul Craig, Corey Anderson in studio, more 3:11:43

21d ago3:11:43

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Ariel Helwani kicks off the show with a check-in on Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford fight week (03:19). Diego Lopes returns ahead of this weekend’s Noche UFC matchup with Jean Silva to break down the fight, respond to Silva’s proposed bet, talk about accepting fights against Yair Rodriguez and Aaron Pico, and more (13:46). Carlos Prates looks b…

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Ep. 3174 - Q&A: “How can a first-time author stand out in a market of 4,500 books per day?” 5:25

22d ago5:25

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With an estimated 4,500–6,000 English-language titles published each day, how can a first-time author avoid getting buried? Today we look at the real numbers—and a proven game plan for standing out. 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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FREE Whataburger And Podcast Problems | Nerd Life Radio, 9.8.2025 2:39

22d ago2:39

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IN THIS EPISODE OF NERD LIFE RADIO FOR 9.8.2025: Get a FREE Whataburger! Cool coffee holder at Walmart! Why Anchor.fm was better than Spotify For Creators! FOLLOW me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/oldnerdreviews SUBSCRIBE to me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/OldNerdReviews

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Darren Till, Maven Huffman in studio, Benoit Saint Denis, Bryan Battle, Modestas Bukauskas, UFC Paris recap 4:04:27

22d ago4:04:27

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Ariel Helwani is back, starting with his reaction to UFC Paris and specifically Nassourdine Imavov’s big win over Caio Borralho (07:45). Benoit Saint Denis discusses his flawless performance against Mauricio Ruffy in Paris, bouncing back in a big way after the lows of 2024, wanting to fight Mateusz Gamrot, and more (23:10). Darren Till returns with…