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Nov. 10, 2024

959: What Aristotle Taught About Friendship | 30 Days of Friendship: Day 10

Connect with Me: Got more questions or thoughts about today’s episode? Send them my way on Instagram @travischappell! I’d love to hear from you. Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridge Our Sponsors: * Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov. 9, 2024

958: The Key to Happiness | 30 Days of Friendship: Day 9

Connect with Me: Got more questions or thoughts about today’s episode? Send them my way on Instagram @travischappell! I’d love to hear from you. Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridge Our Sponsors: * Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov. 8, 2024

957: The Keys to Self-Improvement | 30 Days of Friendship: Day 8

Connect with Me: Got more questions or thoughts about today’s episode? Send them my way on Instagram @travischappell! I’d love to hear from you. Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridge Our Sponsors: * Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov. 7, 2024

956: The Value of Self-Care | 30 Days of Friendship: Day 7

Connect with Me: Got more questions or thoughts about today’s episode? Send them my way on Instagram @travischappell! I’d love to hear from you. Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridge Our Sponsors: * Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov. 6, 2024

955: How to Build Self-Confidence | 30 Days of Friendship: Day 6

Connect with Me: Got more questions or thoughts about today’s episode? Send them my way on Instagram @travischappell! I’d love to hear from you. Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridge Our Sponsors: * Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov. 5, 2024

954: What To Do When You Feel Unfulfilled | 30 Days of Friendship: Day 5

In this episode of the Travis Makes Friends Podcast, we dive into the importance of making a change when life feels unfulfilling or stagnant. When was the last time you felt truly joyful or at peace? If it’s been too long, this episode is for you. Travis talks about recognizing the signs that something needs to shift—whether in your career, relationships, or mindset—and shares three transformative strategies for bringing about positive change: adjusting your attitude, redefining your expectation...
Nov. 4, 2024

953: Self-Discipline and Finding Your "One Thing" | 30 Days of Friendship: Day 4

Welcome back to Day 4 of the "30 Days of Friendship" on the Travis Makes Friends Podcast! This month, we're focusing on building connections and tackling topics that strengthen our inner lives and relationships. Today, we're diving into self-discipline—a vital skill for personal growth and career success. In this episode, Travis shares insights on self-discipline, discussing how it builds the foundation for a fulfilling, connected life. Reflecting on his past and a powerful story about a dedica...
Nov. 3, 2024

952: A Bit of Self-Awareness Could Change Everything | 30 Days of Friendship: Day 3

Connect with Me: Got more questions or thoughts about today’s episode? Send them my way on Instagram @travischappell! I’d love to hear from you. Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridge Our Sponsors: * Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov. 2, 2024

951: Election Loneliness | 30 Days of Friendship: Day 2

In today's episode, we're diving into "election loneliness" and the impact of the current political landscape on our mental well-being. With the intensity of election season, it’s easy to feel isolated, overwhelmed, and even more disconnected from others. This cycle seems to affect us all, from ads infiltrating our personal spaces to political conversations straining relationships. In our "30 Days of Friendship" series, I discuss ways to ease election loneliness and stay grounded during this pol...
Nov. 1, 2024

950: Thirty Days of Friendship | Day 1

Connect with Me: Got more questions or thoughts about today’s episode? Send them my way on Instagram @travischappell! I’d love to hear from you. Tune in next week as we continue to explore meaningful ways to build friendships and foster connections, both personally and professionally. Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridge Our Sponsors: * Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...
Oct. 28, 2024

949: Jackie Chappell | Making Friends With... My Wife!

Connect with Me: Got more questions or thoughts about today’s episode? Send them my way on Instagram @travischappell! I’d love to hear from you. Tune in next week as we continue to explore meaningful ways to build friendships and foster connections, both personally and professionally. Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridge Our Sponsors: * Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...
Oct. 24, 2024

948: Can the Government Solve the Loneliness Epidemic? (No!!!... But We Can!)

In this episode of Travis Makes Friends, we're diving deep into the 6 Pillars of Human Connection as outlined by the Surgeon General. We’ll explore how to foster connections both within local communities and in the broader world of entrepreneurship. We’ll also tackle an important question: how do you manage client relationships when they turn into friendships? And how do you make genuine connections as an entrepreneur? Let’s break it all down. Key Discussion Points: Pillar 1: Strengthen Social ...
Oct. 21, 2024

947: Drew Dunn | Opening for Dane Cook, Dealing with Trolls, and Waiting for Success

In 2014, Drew began his stand-up career quickly making a name for himself around New England for his quick wit, voices, and unique style. After winning the Boston Comedy Festival in 2017, he began to perform comedy regularly around the country. In 2018, Drew won the Seattle International Comedy Competition followed by being selected to be a “New Face of Comedy” at the prestigious Just for Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal in 2019. Drew has since continued to headline comedy clubs across the US...
Oct. 17, 2024

946: Why It's Hard to Make Friends in Your Thirties (And How to Do It)

In this solo episode of Travis Makes Friends, we dive deep into a listener question that touches on something so many of us have experienced: Why is it so hard to make friends in your mid-30s, especially in a new city? ✖️✖️✖️ Instagram: @travischappell Book a 15-minute call with me: travischappell.com/chat Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridge Our Sponsors: * Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad ...
Oct. 14, 2024

945: Jimmy Rex | Masculinity, Loneliness, and Life Lessons from the "Mormon Wives"

Jimmy Rex is a top real estate expert, record-breaking realtor, and founder of We Are The They, a men’s community focused on vulnerability, authenticity, and integrity. Despite his success, Jimmy’s journey was shaped by a desire to prove he was good enough, a mantra instilled in him at a young age. His achievements—like selling the most expensive home in Utah—were impressive, but left him feeling disconnected from his true self. Through years of personal growth, mentorship from leaders like Tony...
Oct. 11, 2024

944: How to Be a Better Friend

In this episode, we dive deep into the concept of friendship and how it relates to the loneliness epidemic. We start by discussing the famous "Rat Park" experiment and what it reveals about loneliness and addiction. Then, we explore a conversation between Trevor Noah and Simon Sinek on the healing power of friendship. Finally, we break down practical ways we can all be better friends. Catch you in the next episode, and remember—leave every relationship better than you found it! Connect with Me...
Oct. 7, 2024

943: Alua Arthur | Death Doula Reveals What Your Final Moments Can Actually Be Like

Alua Arthur is the most visible and active death doula working in America today. She is a recovering attorney and the founder of Going With Grace, a death doula training and end-of-life planning organization. A frequent guest on TV and radio, Arthur has been featured on CBS’s The Doctors and in Disney’s Limitless docu-series with Chris Hemsworth, as well as in national print media outlets, such as Vogue, InStyle, the Los Angeles Times, The Cut, The New Yorker, and the New York Times. Internation...
Oct. 4, 2024

942: The Loneliness Epidemic: Is Social Media to Blame?

In this episode, we dive deep into the concept of social connection and explore its critical role in our lives. We’ll unpack the three components that make up social connection and how they influence our health, wealth, and general well-being. We then tackle a hotly debated question: Is social media to blame for the loneliness epidemic? Or is it simply a tool that, when misused, amplifies existing issues? Using examples from history and modern technology, we’ll explore both the benefits and draw...
Sept. 30, 2024

941: Logan Forsyth | Is This The Most Irresistible Content Offer in the Game?

Logan Forsyth is a media scaling expert known for managing massive amounts of content and delivering impressive organic growth for clients. His company, Media Scaling, specializes in repurposing long-form content into high-quality short clips that can flood social media platforms, helping clients achieve significant visibility. Forsyth's team posts more than 26,000 pieces of content monthly, backed by a robust system of custom-built tools, including an API scraper to manage data from multiple pl...
Sept. 27, 2024

940: The Epidemic of Loneliness

Welcome back to Travis Makes Friends! In today’s episode, Travis dives into the pressing issue of loneliness—a core reason for the show's existence. Despite being more connected than ever, studies reveal that loneliness is at an all-time high. Join Travis as he breaks down the findings from a recent Surgeon General’s report and discusses the profound impact loneliness has on mental, physical, and economic well-being. Connect with Travis: Want to chat? Schedule a 15-minute call with Travis at t...
Sept. 23, 2024

939: Kat Timpf | The Fox News Host That Triggers Libs AND MAGA

Kat Timpf is a writer, comedian, and television personality. She’s currently the co-host of “Gutfeld!” on Fox News weeknights at 10 p.m. and a Fox News analyst. She’s also the author of the New York Times bestsellers "You Can’t Joke About That: Why Everything is Funny, Nothing is Sacred, and We’re All in This Together," and "I Used To Like You Until... (How Binary Thinking Divides Us)." Kat is a prolific writer, having worked as a columnist for National Review for nearly six years. She’s also w...
Sept. 16, 2024

938: VegasStarfish | The Top Las Vegas Restaurants and More Sin City Secrets

In this video, we’re diving deep into the hidden gems of Sin City with the ultimate insider, VegasStarfish! From secret restaurants tucked away from the Strip to lesser-known spots that locals love, VegasStarfish shares her top recommendations for discovering a side of Vegas you never knew existed. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned local, this guide will give you a fresh perspective on Sin City! Follow Travis on: – IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell – FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/travis...
Sept. 9, 2024

937: MASHUP | Breaking into the Comedy Scene ft. Brent Pella, Dane Cook, Michael Yo

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Sept. 2, 2024

936: Joe Gatto | The Rise of Impractical Jokers, Writing a Kids Book, and His Big 2025 Goal

Joe Gatto is a comedian best known from the hit TV shows Impractical Jokers and The Misery Index. Recently, he toured for two years with his stand-up solo show Joe Gatto’s Night of Comedy, performing in sold-out theaters across the United States, Canada, and Australia. Before that, he toured with the Jokers’ live comedy show, performing to packed crowds worldwide, including at iconic venues such as Madison Square Garden in New York and the O2 Arena in London. Joe is passionate about supporting ...