Best Ron Barker Podcasts (2025)

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Make Money by Mastering the Close | Lessons from Glengarry Glen Ross 23:33

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This episode flips the mic to dissect iconic movie sales scenes—especially the legendary real estate monologue from "Glengarry Glen Ross"—with Travis and producer Eric swapping stories from the trenches of commission sales. They break down the psychology of high-pressure closing, how silence can be an indispensable tool, and why consultative sellin…

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Make Money by Hustling Like King Keto 26:11

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In this episode, Travis and producer Eric react to viral financial influencer Brandon Carter, aka King Keto’s, raw and relentless advice for young people on how to save their first $100K. Brandon’s story of grinding through multiple low-paying jobs and side hustles for 12 hours a day, 7 days a week in New York City is a wake-up call on the power of…

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Make Money by Questioning Financial Gurus | Caleb Hammer Reaction 18:46

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On this episode, Travis and Eric dive into a viral clip from financial podcaster Caleb Hammer, known for brutally honest, entertaining, and accessible advice that puts real-life financial struggles under the microscope. Together, they unpack Hammer’s take on emergency funds—and the problems with generic one-size-fits-all advice in personal finance.…

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Make Money by Avoiding Really Bad Financial Advice 21:36

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In this special episode, Travis is joined by his producer, Eric, for a fun break-down of the worst financial advice out there—reacting to viral clips and sorting the truly terrible from the merely misunderstood. They cover everything from “buy low, sell high” myths to the dangers of credit cards and the unpredictable path of moving to NYC for your …

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Make Money with Protein Bars | James Oliver 26:45

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James Oliver is the founder of Atlas Bar, a clean, high-protein snack company built around real ingredients, adaptogenic superfoods, and a purpose-driven mission to help people unlock their full potential. While still a college student at Tufts University, James started experimenting in his kitchen and turned his early prototypes into a multimillio…

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Make Money with Church Staffing | William Vanderbloemen 27:43

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William Vanderbloemen is the founder and CEO of Vanderbloemen Search Group, one of the leading executive search firms serving churches, nonprofits, schools, and values-based businesses. A former pastor and now a trusted advisor to mission-driven organizations, William has helped over 3,000 clients find leadership talent that aligns both in competen…

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Make Money with Sustainably Run Restaurants | Dan Simons 33:21

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Dan Simons is the co-owner of Farmers Restaurant Group, a mission-driven hospitality company behind the award-winning Founding Farmers brand, in partnership with the North Dakota Farmers Union. The group operates eight sustainably run restaurants, a distillery, and a catering company, all with one goal: to drive profits back to American family farm…

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Make Money by Fixing Broken Review Systems | Shane Barker 30:45

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Shane Barker is the Founder and CEO of TraceFuse, the first Amazon-approved system for removing fraudulent negative reviews. With more than 25 years of marketing experience supporting Fortune 500 brands, Shane is a leading voice in digital influence and e-commerce integrity. His mission now: to protect honest Amazon sellers from fake reviews that d…

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Make Money by Disrupting Everything | Patrick Leddin 29:57

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Patrick Leddin is a leadership expert, bestselling author, decorated Army veteran, and founder of two successful companies. As a former Airborne Ranger and 82nd Airborne officer, senior consultant at KPMG and Franklin Covey, and Vanderbilt professor, Patrick has coached thousands of people to lead through challenge and change. He’s the author of Th…

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Make Money by Mastering Real Estate | Scott Harris 29:45

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Scott Harris is the founder of Magnetic Real Estate and a Wall Street Journal Top 150 agent, with over $2 billion in New York City residential sales. Creator of the Magnetic Method, Scott has guided clients through some of the most complex deals in America’s most competitive market. In this episode, he shares his journey from warehouse shifts and m…

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Make Money by Selling with Purpose | Mitch Matthews 28:48

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Mitch Matthews is a bestselling keynote speaker, podcast host, and business coach who has taught over 1,000 coaches and speakers how to build seven-figure businesses through speaking, training, and corporate sponsorships. From selling bicycles as a kid to running a multimillion-dollar coaching business, Mitch has built a life around helping others …

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Make Money by Building on Purpose | Betsy Fore 28:07

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Betsy Fore is a serial entrepreneur, CEO, and investor with nearly 20 years of leadership experience. She’s the author of Built on Purpose: Discover Your Deep Inner Why and Manifest the Business of Your Dreams, founding partner of Velveteen Ventures, and a trailblazer in consumer products for children and the planet. Notably, Betsy scaled Tiny Orga…

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Make Money with Options Trading | Sun Yong Kim-Manzolini 30:05

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Sun Yong Kim-Manzolini is a lifestyle mentor, accomplished options trader, and CEO of Lush Enterprises LLC. Rising from humble roots as an orphan, Sun Yong became a millionaire by combining relentless discipline with smart trading—transforming her husband’s $164,000 account into $604,000 in under a year. She now inspires and teaches everyday people…

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Make Money by Growing Into a Visionary CEO | John Baird and Edward Sullivan 13:13

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John Baird and Edward Sullivan are world-class executive coaches, best known for their work with Apple’s leadership team and top innovators at companies like Nike. Together, they’ve coached founders and Fortune 10 executives, helping leaders grow from “Chief-Everything-Officer” to visionary CEO. In this episode, they break down the mindsets and tac…

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Make Money with YouTube Advertising | Aleric Heck 17:27

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Aleric Heck is one of the world’s top YouTube advertising experts. He’s spent millions driving results for his clients and teaches entrepreneurs how to use YouTube ads to grow brands and generate real leads. As the founder of AdOutreach and YouTube Ads Academy, Aleric combines paid and organic strategies to help creators boost their YouTube presenc…

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Make Money by AVOIDING Traditional Publishing | Dan Martell 10:12

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Dan Martell is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and bestselling author of Buy Back Your Time, a blueprint for entrepreneurs who want to scale their business without losing their life in the process. After building and exiting multiple software companies, Dan shifted into teaching founders how to grow, systemize, and hire effectively—creating more f…

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Make Money by Turning Adversity into Impact | Brenda Snow 25:19

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Brenda Snow is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and author who founded Snow Companies, the first-of-its-kind global patient engagement agency. After being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis nearly 30 years ago, she turned her personal struggles into a mission to give patients a voice, empower them through education, and improve their treatment exper…

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Make Money through Podcasting, Speaking, and Content Creation | Ron Story, Jr. 29:19

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Ron Story Jr. is a serial entrepreneur, speaker, and the new owner of Guestio. He’s also the founder of SpeakerHub, a global booking platform connecting speakers, podcasts, and event organizers. In the past year alone, Ron has done 125 podcast interviews, 31 speaking gigs, 205 daily webcasts, and written 138 articles—all while adding over $1 millio…

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Make Money by Making People Laugh | Joe Gatto from the Impractical Jokers 22:42

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In this clip, Joe Gatto takes us back to the very beginning of Impractical Jokers—long before the show became a worldwide hit. He shares the surprising story of how the idea was first sparked in a basement with a group of lifelong friends, and how those early moments of creativity turned into one of the most popular comedy series on TV. Learn more …

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Make Money by Building Trust and Team Intelligence | Jon Levy 35:22

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Jon Levy is a behavioral scientist specializing in trust, leadership, and human connection. He’s the author of the New York Times bestseller You’re Invited and his latest book Team Intelligence: How Brilliant Leaders Unlock Collective Genius. Over the last fifteen years, Jon has helped thousands of leaders—from Nobel laureates to Olympians—understa…

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Make Money by Caring for Your People Like Family | Bob Chapman 36:19

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Bob Chapman is the CEO of Barry-Wehmiller, a $4 billion global capital equipment company and author of Everybody Matters: The Extraordinary Power of Caring for Your People Like Family. Over his 50-year leadership journey, Bob transformed a struggling $20 million family business into a multibillion-dollar enterprise using a blend of sound business d…

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Make Money by Avoiding Speculation | Mark Matson 26:58

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Mark Matson is the bestselling author of Experiencing the American Dream: How to Invest Your Time, Energy, and Money to Create an Extraordinary Life, and founder of Matson Money, a firm managing over $12 billion in assets. Known for making Nobel Prize–winning investment science accessible to everyday families, Mark has spent decades teaching people…

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Make Money with Toxic Grit | Amanda Goetz 29:10

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Amanda Goetz is a two-time founder, four-time CMO, and single mom of three who’s helping ambitious people redefine what “having it all” actually looks like. She inspires over 150,000 readers each week through her Life’s a Game newsletter and her new book, Toxic Grit: How to Have It All and Actually Love What You Have. In this conversation, Amanda s…

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Make Money Like Patrick Bet-David 8:02

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In this clip, Travis makes friends with Patrick Bet-David, the founder of Valuetainment, as they discuss the DNA of an entrepreneur. Patrick talks about how he can't imagine not building a business, and how it's ingrained in his DNA to see a business grow and individuals succeed as a team. They also explore why this is the case and Patrick shares h…

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Make Money with Pet Products | Elina Panteleyva 26:30

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In this episode of the Travis Makes Money podcast, Travis Chappell sits down with Elina Panteleyva, the founder of DudeWolf, a thriving seven-figure brand for doodle dog breeds. Elina shares her inspiring journey from being laid off to building a successful business in just 15 months, all without a team or prior e-commerce experience. Tune in to di…

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Make Money by Learning from the 2008 Crash | Garrett White 13:24

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Garrett White is a multi–eight-figure entrepreneur best known for founding the Wake Up Warrior movement. Before that, he rode the highs of the mortgage boom, only to lose everything when the 2008 financial crisis hit. His businesses collapsed, his finances imploded, and his personal life spiraled into addiction and rock-bottom moments. But out of t…

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Make Money by Selling Leather Bags 21:29

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Dave Munson is the founder of Saddleback Leather Company, a brand known for building rugged, overbuilt leather bags designed to last 100 years. What started in a small Mexican leather shop grew into a globally recognized business with collaborations alongside Toyota and Martin Guitar. Beyond business, Dave and his wife Suzette also lead Love 41, a …

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Make Money like Dean Graziosi and Tony Robbins 21:48

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Dean Graziosi is one of the world’s leading entrepreneurs, multiple New York Times bestselling author, and business partner to Tony Robbins at mastermind.com. In this special replay, Dean shares the powerful story of how discovering Tony Robbins’ teachings during his early twenties didn’t just make him a millionaire—but gave him the mindset to buil…

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Make Friends with Michelle 'Mace' Curran | TMF Preview 21:41

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Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/QIgtWupkhh8 Join us on the Travis Makes Friends podcast as we dive into an incredible conversation with Michelle 'Mace' Curran, a decorated U.S. Air Force veteran and former Thunderbird lead solo pilot. From her small-town roots in Wisconsin to flying F-16s in combat and inspiring audiences as a motivational…

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Make Money by Starting a Business | Should You Bootstrap or Raise Capital? 19:15

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Travis and producer Eric break down one of the most polarizing topics in entrepreneurship: is it better to bootstrap a business, or raise outside capital? Drawing on personal experience and lessons from startup culture, Travis reveals the biggest mistakes founders make when chasing VC funding, why Silicon Valley’s obsession with investment misleads…

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Make Money by Hacking the Human Mind | MichaelAaron Flicker 26:29

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MichaelAaron Flicker is founder and CEO of XenoPsi Ventures, a brand incubator that generates millions in annual revenue and celebrates four-time Inc. 5000 honors. Launching his business at 14, MichaelAaron has expanded XenoPsi into nine thriving companies—including DTC success story Wellow ($20 million in revenue, self-funded)—while also consultin…

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Make Money by Mastering the Right Skills: Sales, Marketing, or Operations? 18:49

28d ago18:49

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In this skills-focused episode, Travis and co-host Eric Kruczynski debate which core competency—sales, marketing, or operations—would make the biggest difference for young professionals and future entrepreneurs. With humorous banter and personal anecdotes, they lay out the case for each skill, reflect on their own career pivots, and highlight why b…

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Make Money by Overcoming Financial Trauma | Shannah Game 27:43

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Shannah Game is not your typical money person—she's a certified financial planner, financial trauma specialist, podcast host, and author of Unraveling Your Relationship With Money. With a unique blend of creative and financial expertise, Shannah has built a career helping women (and men!) reframe their beliefs about money, midlife, and reinvention.…

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Make Money by Learning How to Set Your Prices 33:10

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In this episode, Travis and producer Eric dive into the uncomfortable but crucial world of pricing your services and mastering sales. They discuss real strategies, share personal struggles, and break down Alex Hormozi’s now-famous “closed rate pricing gauge cheat sheet.” Whether you’re a freelancer, agency owner, or business leader, you’ll learn ho…

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Make Money with the Anti-MBA Program | David Guttman 51:45

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David Guttman is a serial entrepreneur, three-time Inc. 500 executive, and business strategist with more than 30 years’ experience building, scaling, and exiting multiple eight- and nine-figure companies. He’s bought and sold 15 businesses, raised over $25 million, and holds degrees from Brown and Wharton—but as he reveals in this episode, Guttman'…

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Make Money by Investing in Events and Masterminds 28:34

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On this Q&A episode, Travis and producer Eric break down the true value—and actual dollar ROI—of spending big on conferences, masterminds, and in-person networking events. Travis pulls back the curtain on years of personal investment, revealing why choosing the right room can shortcut years of growth for entrepreneurs and creators. The episode answ…

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Make Money by Navigating a Volatile Economic Landscape | Srividya Jandhyala 24:27

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Srividya Jandhyala is a renowned professor of management at ESSEC Business School specializing in global strategy, international business, and geopolitics. The author of "The Great Disruption: How Geopolitics is Changing Companies, Managers, and Work" (Cambridge University Press, 2025), Srividya’s research has garnered multiple awards and appears i…

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Make Money and Build Real Wealth 20:30

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This episode features Travis and producer Eric tackling one of the biggest, most uncomfortable truths about financial success: most people will never build real wealth—and the core reason isn’t luck or the White House, but mindset. Drawing on decades of interviews with self-made success stories, Travis explains why belief in possibility—coupled wit…

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Make Money with Creative Invincibility | Josh Pais 25:37

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Josh Pais, actor and founder of Committed Impulse, has starred in 150+ movies and shows (Ray Donovan, Joker, TMNT) but is just as known for his game-changing work teaching creativity, presence, and resilience. Drawing from the worlds of acting, science, and entrepreneurship, Josh helps professionals harness anxiety and fear—not fight it—unlocking d…

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Make Money by Avoiding Payment Plans on Burritos 27:05

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In this episode, Travis and producer Eric dissect the troubling rise of “buy now, pay later” schemes—from renting Jordans for 53 payments to financing Chipotle burritos with Klarna. Together, they break down the dangers of weekly payment plans, the psychological tricks behind small recurring payments, and the growing $82B debt problem fueled by the…

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Make Money with Hybrid Debt | David Kotter 28:59

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David Kotter is CEO and President of both the Hybrid Debt Fund and Integrity Capital, LLC, managing over $2 billion in funding in the commercial finance space. With a background spanning the secondary debt markets and commercial origination, Kotter is known for his innovative “hybrid debt” structure—blending lender security with investor upside—whi…

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Make Money by AVOIDING This Travel Hack 25:18

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On this episode, Travis Chappell and producer Eric break down a viral “travel hack” spotted on Threads, where someone claims you can rack up $26K in credit card charges and just pay the minimum monthly payment. The crew uses this as a springboard to talk about financial literacy, the psychology of spending, and what happens when you only pay the mi…

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Make Money with Golf Education | Brixton Albert 33:43

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Brixton Albert, a former Division I golfer and serial entrepreneur, turned his love of golf and digital business skills into Performance Golf, an education and product platform on track to surpass $125 million in revenue in 2025—all without outside funding. His journey combines relentless action, digital marketing expertise, and a deep commitment t…

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Make Money with Gary Vee's Marketing Strategy for Realtors 10:25

1M ago10:25

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Neel Dhingra shares how he leveraged social media to connect with industry leaders like Gary Vee—and the game-changing advice that helped him build his brand. He breaks down the key to creating engaging financial content, proving competence, and attracting the right audience while repelling the wrong one. ✖️ ✖️ ✖️ ✖️ 🚀 This podcast is made possible…

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Make Money by Learning the Art of Pricing | Chris Do 14:24

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Chris Do is an Emmy-winning designer, author, and education mogul best known as founder of The Futur, a global business education platform for creatives, and founder of the renowned agency Blind. He built an eight-figure agency in the brutally competitive design world, not just by his creative work, but through strategic pricing and a relentless fo…

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Make Money with the Profit Tool Belt | Dominic Rubino 23:50

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Dominic Rubino is a serial entrepreneur, business coach, podcast host, and self-proclaimed terrible fly fisherman. From starting a Christmas light installation company in high school to building and selling CanadaPharmacy for $120M, Dominic has seen—and done—it all. Through his popular podcasts, Cabinet Maker Profit System and Profit Tool Belt, he …

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Make Money by Overcoming Price Objections (ft. Chris Voss) 13:55

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On this solo episode, Travis breaks down the right (and wrong) way to handle the dreaded “your price is too expensive” objection—featuring FBI negotiator Chris Voss’s real-world advice alongside Travis’s own experience selling high-ticket podcasting services. If skipping straight to discounts has ever cost you a deal or margin, this episode gives y…

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Make Money by Busting Financial Myths | Barry James Dyke 20:18

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Barry James Dyke is a bestselling author, advisor, and iconoclast who’s spent decades exposing the financial myths that keep everyday people uninformed while Wall Street and big banks profit. As founder of Castle Asset Management, he’s helped clients demystify how banks, asset managers, and retirement systems truly work—using innovative, risk-manag…

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Make Money with Digital Marketing | Perry Belcher Shares Billion Dollar Secrets 29:38

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Perry Belcher is a digital marketing icon, co-founder of DigitalMarketer and the Traffic & Conversion Summit, and behind over $1 billion in sales across companies and clients. With four successful exits, multiple industry-changing brands, and world-renowned copywriting and growth systems, Perry has built, lost, and rebuilt empires—always focused on…

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Make Money by Hustling (the Right Way) 24:23

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Travis and his producer, Eric, get honest about what “hustle” actually means and how its value changes depending on season, personality, and your real goals. Drawing on their own business journeys—as well as lessons from voices like Gary Vee, Dave Ramsey, and Alex Hormozi—they dig into the difference between productive sprints, burnout, and buildin…