Episodes

Travis Chappell and producer Eric take a lighthearted look at celebrity sightings, theme-park spending, and the surprising relationship between money and happiness. After sharing stories from a trip to Universal Studios—including celebrity encounters with Josh Duhamel and Star Trek: Starfleet Academy actress Kasey Brooks—they dive into research discussed by Arthur C. Brooks about how increasing income can reduce money-related unhappiness without necessarily creating lasting happiness. The conver...

Vinny Brusco is an insight and perspective coach, community builder, and podcast host who helps men cultivate clarity, connection, and purpose. After 16 years in the car business, he walked away from a lucrative but misaligned career to build a life and business rooted in what matters most to him: authentic brotherhood, mental and spiritual health, and intentional living. As the founder of Agora Social Club and host of The Council of Dudes podcast (with over 500 episodes), Vinny creates spaces w...

Lauren Cobello is the CEO and founder of Leverage with Media PR, a boutique public relations agency that helps authors, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders use media strategically to build authority, credibility, and growth. Before launching her agency, she spent nearly two decades building her own personal brand as a personal finance expert, becoming a three-time author and regular national TV personality on shows like The Today Show, Good Morning America, Dr. Oz, and Rachael Ray. After scaling ...

In this solo episode, Travis wraps up his deep dive into context and clip culture by focusing on practical strategies to retrain your brain and think more clearly. He explains how intentional long-form consumption, better questioning, and curating high-quality information sources can dramatically improve your judgment, relationships, and decision-making. Drawing on real-world examples and personal experiences, Travis shows how developing context awareness can become a powerful competitive advant...

Dr. Cindra Kamphoff is a confidence researcher, award-winning keynote speaker, and performance psychology expert who helps elite athletes, executives, and leaders perform under pressure. With a PhD in sport and performance psychology, she has worked with Minnesota Vikings players and USA Track & Field athletes at the Tokyo Olympics. She also founded the Mentally Strong Institute and is the author of The Confidence Habit, a research-backed toolkit designed to help people train their minds, build ...

In this solo episode, Travis explores how neuroplasticity—the brain’s ability to rewire itself—can either become your greatest advantage or your biggest liability in a world dominated by distraction. He breaks down how constant multitasking, short-form content, and emotional reactivity are reshaping our thinking, relationships, and even reputations. More importantly, he shares practical strategies to help you regain control, think critically, and operate with clarity in a culture that rewards ex...

Keith Wyche is a veteran Fortune 500 executive with four decades of senior leadership experience at companies including AT&T, IBM, Pitney Bowes, and Walmart. He currently serves as an independent director on the boards of Brinks and Internet Sciences and is the bestselling author of Uncommon Leadership, a blueprint for restoring integrity, trust, and people-centered leadership. In this episode, Keith shares lessons from his corporate career, explains what it really takes to climb the corporate l...

In this solo episode, Travis breaks down the hidden cognitive costs of living in a short-form, scroll-heavy world. Building on the idea of context, he explores how constant “context switching” from rapid-fire clips is quietly eroding memory, focus, and decision-making. Backed by emerging research and real-life examples, Travis explains why this isn’t just about distraction—it’s about protecting your brain, your judgment, and ultimately your ability to make money. On this episode we talk about: ...

On this special co-host episode of Travis Makes Money, Travis and Eric are joined by Jackie, Travis's wife. Jackie is the owner-operator of an Everbowl franchise and a first-time business owner navigating the realities of running a brick-and-mortar food business. With a strong background in operations and systems, she shares what entrepreneurship has taught her about hiring, staffing, financial management, margins, and building something that feels truly her own. On this episode we talk about: ...

Kourtney Moore is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, mother of four, advocate, and community builder working at the intersection of technology, healthcare, and human connection. She is the co-founder and CEO of the Missing Piece App, a resource directory and EHR platform helping families with children on the autism spectrum find diagnosis, treatment, and community resources. Kourtney is also a doctoral engineering student specializing in AI and machine learning and hosts the Warrior Her podcast. H...

In this solo episode, Travis dives deep into a topic he’s been reflecting on for years: the importance of context in a world dominated by short-form, out-of-context content. Drawing from personal notes, observations, and research, he breaks down how “clip culture” is shaping the way we think, judge, and remember—and why developing a discipline around context might be one of the most valuable skills you can build today. On this episode we talk about: What “context” really means and why it’s esse...

In this episode of the Travis Makes Money Podcast, Travis Chappell and producer Eric dive into a lesson that applies to entrepreneurship, content creation, and virtually any other craft: master the fundamentals before trying to reinvent the game. Inspired by a discussion about writer David Sedaris, they explore why success often comes from consistency, learning from others, consuming great work, and staying in the game long enough for momentum to compound. They also discuss examples from podcast...

Stephen Somers is the founder of Marketplace Superheroes, an online education company that has helped more than 10,000 people build side incomes by selling on Amazon and Whatnot. After starting his career as a data processor in Dublin, Ireland, Stephen built a multi-seven-figure Amazon business alongside his sister and CEO, Lisa Summers. Today, he has sold more than $40 million worth of products, coaching, software, and services and has recently helped his team generate nearly $500,000 in tradin...

Travis Chappell and producer Eric go behind the scenes of Eric’s increasingly unexpected podcasting journey, from initially hoping to attract just 1,000 listeners and three guests to landing documentary and television opportunities, a book deal, and interviews with people he never expected to meet. The two break down why podcasting can be valuable even when it doesn’t generate direct revenue—and why consistency, relationships, credibility, and simply staying in the game can create opportunities ...

Dr. Ricardo Valerdi is an engineer, social entrepreneur, sports scientist, and engineering professor at the University of Arizona who specializes in helping teams think clearly and make better decisions. His work has helped organizations including SpaceX, the U.S. Army, Major League Baseball, and the NCAA, while his nonprofit, Science of Sport, has used sports to teach STEM concepts to more than 700,000 students. He’s also the author of The Five Tool Team, a practical framework for building team...

Travis Chappell and producer Eric break down YouTube’s reported push to offer millions of dollars to top creators in exchange for exclusive content, as the platform responds to Netflix and other companies increasingly competing for creator talent. They discuss what this escalating competition means for creators, whether platforms should invest more money in emerging channels instead of only the biggest names, and how changing monetization models could shape the future of the creator economy. On...

Howie Chan is an influence strategist, branding expert, and marketing consultant who specializes in the psychology behind human decision-making. After losing a $10 million pitch early in his career, Howie became obsessed with understanding the invisible forces that shape behavior, communication, leadership, storytelling, and negotiation. Today, he helps MedTech companies and professionals build stronger brands and attract better opportunities by applying behavioral science and influence psycholo...

As major entertainment companies like Disney, Hulu, Netflix, and Spotify increasingly invest in video podcasts, the podcast industry is becoming an even bigger part of the streaming wars. In this episode, Travis and Eric discuss what these acquisitions mean for independent podcasters, why major companies may be willing to overpay for established shows, and how podcasters can build businesses and content that are attractive to potential buyers. They also explore the role of production quality, au...

Anthony O’Neal is a personal finance expert, bestselling author, and host of The Table podcast and YouTube show. Since 2014, he has helped millions of people break free from debt, build wealth, and change their financial futures. In this episode, Anthony shares the experiences that shaped his approach to money—from earning his first paycheck at Taco Bell to making an $8,000 mistake after receiving a big check—and explains why taking personal responsibility, serving others, and building the right...

Travis and Eric break down the federal lawsuit involving Selena Gomez, her mother, and Wondermind, a mental health and wellness startup they co-founded. The investors allege that they were misled about the company's leadership, resources, partnerships, valuation, and operations after investing nearly $1.2 million. The conversation explores the risks of investing in early-stage startups, the importance of contractual obligations and accurate fundraising representations, and why celebrity involvem...

Danielle Canty is a serial entrepreneur, mentor, and co-founder of Boss Babe, one of the world's largest self-development brands for women. In less than four years, Danielle went from being a small-town chiropractor to helping build a global brand that has inspired more than four million women to create more impactful lives and successful businesses. She shares how she transitioned from trading time for money to building an online business, why she believes time and energy can be more valuable t...

In this solo episode, Travis Chappell breaks down a simple, actionable framework for making your first $10,000 online. Drawing from his own journey through masterminds, courses, software, and even brick-and-mortar businesses, Travis shares hard-earned lessons on why online business is not only “real,” but one of the fastest paths to income and freedom. This episode is a practical guide for anyone looking to start from scratch and build momentum quickly in the digital economy. On this episode we ...

Travis and Eric break down Tom Brady’s growing post-football business empire, focusing on his investment in Card Vault, a sports trading card and authenticated memorabilia retailer. The company has expanded rapidly since Brady acquired a 50% stake in 2025 and now counts major names including Jay-Z, Aaron Judge, Dana White, and other investors among its backers. Travis and Eric discuss the economics of physical retail, the resurgence of collectibles, the role of social media and live card breakin...

Marc Nathan is an experienced leader in the startup community, super connector, and founder of T Squared Agency, where he helps companies with business development, fundraising strategy, investor introductions, and strategic advisory. With decades of experience connecting founders, investors, executives, and service providers, Marc has built a career around creating meaningful relationships—and turning those relationships into real business opportunities. He shares how he discovered his talent f...