Episodes

In this solo episode, Travis tells the story of his brief 9–5 corporate stint, why it pushed him to rethink everything, and how you can decide what really needs to change in your own life—your environment, your goals, your expectations, or your attitude. On this episode we talk about: Travis’s journey from Bible college and ministry track into door-to-door solar sales. How a short corporate job and one Home Depot incident exposed the frustrations of traditional corporate culture. Why “life d...

In this conversational-style episode, Travis and producer Eric break down the gap between traditional personal-finance advice and the realities of today’s housing market. They react to Rachel Cruz’s homebuying framework, unpack the limitations of rigid debt-free and 15-year-mortgage rules, and discuss how to make a housing decision based on your actual income, cash flow, goals, and risk tolerance. On this episode we talk about: Why paying off every debt before buying a home may be unrealistic ...

Maya Moghadam is an interior designer and entrepreneur with more than 25 years of experience spanning high-end residential, hospitality, commercial, and healthcare projects. After building her first company in Iran at age 24, Maya moved to the United States to earn her second master’s degree at SCAD and later launched Maya’s Design Studio. Her approach centers on educating clients, leading with service, and building relationships that turn into long-term referrals. On this episode we talk about...

In this solo episode, Travis continues the conversation about the growing loneliness epidemic and why meaningful friendships are essential for a successful and fulfilling life. Travis shares personal experiences—from navigating a difficult season in business to recovering from cancer surgery—and explains how those moments reshaped the way he prioritizes relationships. Instead of focusing purely on business or money strategies, Travis dives into the overlooked reality that strong friendships are...

In this episode of the Travis Makes Money Podcast, Travis and producer Eric explore a topic that most creators and entrepreneurs rarely think about: what happens to your digital business when you die? From podcasts and YouTube channels to sponsorship agreements, subscriptions, intellectual property, and online communities, today's creators can build valuable businesses that don't fit neatly into traditional estate-planning frameworks. Travis and Eric discuss the importance of documenting account...

Beth Mazza and Victoria Sivrais are serial entrepreneurs, business partners, and the co-founders of Female Mavericks. Together, they have built and exited two successful professional services firms that advised S&P 500 leaders through high-stakes decisions. Now, as mothers of nine collectively, they're using everything they've learned to help more women build and scale seven-figure businesses. In this episode, they share how their partnership began, how they identified opportunities in underserv...

In this solo episode, Travis Chappell reflects on the importance of friendship and how meaningful relationships impact our health, happiness, and success. Inspired by a conversation between Simon Sinek and Trevor Noah, Travis shares personal lessons about how chasing business success and carrying burdens alone led him to unintentionally distance himself from friends. He explores the idea that friendship may be the ultimate “biohack” for a better life, dives into the famous Rat Park experiment on...

In this episode of the Travis Makes Money Podcast, Travis and producer Eric dive into an unexpected question: can nicotine actually help you perform better in sales, content creation, and other demanding work? After seeing clips from business influencers discussing nicotine pouches, the two explore the potential benefits, risks, addictive nature, and diminishing returns of using nicotine as a productivity aid. Travis also shares his own experience using nicotine during intense sales and podcasti...

Jeffrey Cole is one of the world’s leading voices on media, technology, and the digital future. He founded the World Internet Project, the longest-running global study of online behavior, and has spent more than three decades studying how major technological shifts reshape society and business. He also directs the Center for the Digital Future at the USC Annenberg School and has taught more than 35,000 students. In this episode, Jeffrey shares his perspective on why AI could be the most disrupti...

In this solo episode, Travis Chappell breaks down why most people aren’t actually lost — they’re just distracted. Drawing from over 1,500 podcast episodes, hundreds of guest appearances, and years of studying high performers, Travis shares hard-earned lessons on focus, responsibility, and building momentum in a noisy world. This episode is a straight-talk deep dive into why focus is the new superpower — and how simplifying your path can radically change your results. On this episode we talk abo...

In this episode of the Travis Makes Money Podcast, Travis and producer Eric dive into how traditional media is adapting to changing audience behavior, using Jimmy Fallon and The Tonight Show as a case study. They discuss the rise of microdramas, why audiences increasingly prefer clips and unfiltered long-form content, and what creators and business owners can learn from media companies experimenting with new formats. They also explore the tension between polished production and authenticity—and ...

Justin Donald, known as the “Warren Buffett of Lifestyle Investing,” is the bestselling author of The Lifestyle Investor: The Ten Commandments of Cashflow Investing for Passive Income and Financial Freedom and founder of The Lifestyle Investor. He specializes in low-risk cash flow investing and helping entrepreneurs and executives build wealth without creating another job. In this episode, Justin shares how learning sales as a seventh grader shaped his confidence and approach to risk, how he bui...

On this solo episode, Travis breaks down how to design a realistic, sustainable morning routine that actually supports your energy, focus, and productivity instead of becoming a four-hour checklist you feel guilty about skipping. Drawing from years of experimenting with different habits, he shares what truly moves the needle—especially if you’re a self-described night person who wakes up feeling behind. On this episode we talk about: Why over-engineered, four-hour morning routines can hurt you...

In this episode of the Travis Makes Money Podcast, Travis and producer Eric explore the relationship between luck, competence, humility, and success through lessons from Conan O’Brien, Danny McBride, and Patton Oswalt. They discuss why successful people can be tempted to take too much credit for their wins, how ego can prevent people from reinventing themselves, and why staying grounded while continuing to develop your skills is one of the best ways to build a lasting career. On this episode we...

Andy Henriquez, known as the Master Storyteller, is a business storytelling coach, keynote speaker, and founder of the Master Storyteller Academy. He helps entrepreneurs, executives, and organizations use strategic storytelling to build stronger connections, elevate their brands, and drive revenue growth. The author of Show Up for Your Life, Andy has worked with organizations including NASA, Accenture, Pratt & Whitney, Bacardi, and Google. In this episode, he shares how a chance conversation at ...

Travis flies solo in this episode to break down his personal blueprint for getting dramatically better at sales in a short amount of time. Drawing from years of experience in door-to-door sales, closing, and outside sales, he shares a practical, no-fluff approach to mastering the fundamentals, building confidence, and converting more conversations into customers. On this episode we talk about: Why finding the top performer and copying their process is the fastest way to improve. How volume, r...

In this episode of the Travis Makes Money Podcast, Travis Chappell and producer Eric take a skeptical—and surprisingly nuanced—look at NFTs, Gary Vaynerchuk’s continued belief in digital assets, and the difference between a failed trend and an emerging technology that may still have lasting value. They break down why most NFTs were always likely to become worthless, why a small number could potentially become valuable digital collectibles, and how entrepreneurs can recognize opportunities in ove...

Chris Hill is the host of Money Unplugged and a veteran of the podcasting world, having started at The Motley Fool in 2009 and gone on to host and executive produce more than 3,500 episodes. He has interviewed some of the biggest names in business and media, including Michael Lewis, Mark Cuban, and Malcolm Gladwell, and he also narrates Morgan Housel’s bestselling books The Psychology of Money and The Art of Spending Money. In this conversation, Chris shares what more than a decade in podcasting...

This solo episode features Travis Chappell, a veteran podcaster and founder who has helped thousands of people learn the mindset and habits required to earn more. Drawing from his own journey of lifestyle creep, debt awareness, and building multiple income streams, Travis breaks down simple, practical habits anyone can adopt—no degree, big savings, or special skills required—to start moving their bank account in the right direction over the next 3–6 months. On this episode we talk about: Why c...

Eric, Travis’s producer and a fellow long-term podcaster, joins him in studio for a candid conversation about the advantage most people overlook: consistency. Drawing on years of podcasting and firsthand experience building content, Travis and Eric unpack why creators abandon opportunities too early, why buying a course does not create results, and how simply following through can make you stand out. On this episode we talk about: Why tougher YouTube monetization hurdles can create opportunity...

Olivia Fox Cabane is the best-selling author of The Charisma Myth and a former director of innovative leadership at Stanford. She has coached leaders at companies including Apple, Google, JPMorgan, and Airbnb, and has spent years studying the science behind charisma. In this episode, Olivia explains why charisma isn't an innate personality trait but a learnable skill, how presence, power, and warmth work together, and why mastering charisma may become even more valuable as AI makes knowledge and...

In this solo episode, Travis digs into old notes from his phone to unpack why humans are wired for fear—evolutionary survival that now fuels anxiety and stalled dreams. He shares his "rocking chair test" for big risks (like a six-figure filming project with legends) and how fearing regret beats fearing failure every time. On this episode we talk about: Human evolution: 99% of our 100,000-year history as hunter-gatherers made fear our survival edge—now it creates worry over non-threats like emb...

YouTube is raising the bar for creators who want to monetize—and Travis and producer Eric break down what that means for podcasters, long-form creators, animators, and anyone building a channel from scratch. They examine why the coming shift could reward creators who focus on retention and quality, why it may also fuel AI-generated content, and how to approach the current window before the requirements change. The conversation also covers deceptive clip channels, copyright, reaction content, and...

Jarred Pierce is the founder and CEO of Unity Preferred Network and a healthcare executive with more than 20 years of experience building provider networks, negotiating contracts, and creating strategic relationships across the healthcare industry. He started working in PPO networks at just 17 years old and has since built multiple healthcare businesses. In this episode, Jarred shares how he built Unity without outside investment, why he believes transparency can disrupt a broken healthcare syst...