Travis Makes Money
Episodes
CO-HOST | Make Money by Building Your Mount Rushmore of Mentors
17 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Travis and his producer Eric break down the idea of a personal “Mount Rushmore” of high‑value influences and why picking the right people to fol...
INTERVIEW | Make Money by Disrupting Yourself and Embracing Career Reinvention with Whitney Johnson
17 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Whitney Johnson is one of the world’s leading management thinkers, recognized by Thinkers50 and Inc. Magazine. She began her career as a secretary...
SOLO | Make Money by Having the Conversations You’re Avoiding
17 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this solo episode of Travis Makes Money, Travis breaks down why your life is limited by the conversations you refuse to have and issues a challenge...
CO-HOST | Make Money Learning from Kevin Hart’s Heartbeat Media Play
16 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Travis and his producer Eric break down Kevin Hart’s media company, Heartbeat, and what entrepreneurs can learn from its rise, expa...
INTERVIEW | Make Money by Building a Loyal Audience and Starting Before You're Ready with Chris Sain
16 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Sain is an entrepreneur, investor, and content creator who has built a multi-million dollar digital education business helping people achieve fi...
SOLO | Make Money by Getting in the Best Shape of Your Life
16 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, Travis breaks down how getting in the best shape of your life becomes a force multiplier for everything else: your confidence, y...
CO-HOST | Make Money By Reserving Your Seat (And Your Sanity)
15 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Travis and his producer Eric riff on one of the hottest debates in modern city life: are reservations and curated nights out killing ...
INTERVIEW | Make Money by Making Better Decisions in the Age of AI with Cheryl Strauss Einhorn
15 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Cheryl Strauss Einhorn is the creator of the AREA Method, a structured decision-making system used by individuals, companies, and nonprofits to solve ...
SOLO | Make Money By Turning Failure Into Fuel
15 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This solo episode features Travis continuing his deep dive on failure, following up on his “failure resume” from the previous show. He shares a pr...
CO-HOST | Make Money By Understanding “Premium” Experiences (Starbucks, Sugar, and Pricing Power)
14 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This is a conversation between Travis and his producer Eric, who brings a mix of comedy, real-world consumer insight, and behind-the-scenes perspectiv...
INTERVIEW | Make Money by Building Mental Toughness, Not Just Businesses with Mark Divine
14 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Divine is a retired U.S. Navy SEAL commander, entrepreneur, and founder of SEALFIT and Unbeatable Mind. After 20 years leading elite special oper...
SOLO | Make Money By Failing Forward
14 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this solo episode, Travis shares candid stories from his own entrepreneurial journey, walking through more than a dozen ventures that didn’t work...
CO-HOST | Make Money by Betting on Yourself (Lessons from Tony Hawk's $4M Royalty Deal)
13 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Host Travis and producer Eric dive into an in-depth discussion about Tony Hawk's legendary decision to turn down a $500,000 buyout from Activision in ...
INTERVIEW | Make Money by Finding Problems No One Else Will Solve with Owen Barrett
13 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Owen Barrett is the founder of a solar company that has generated over $50 million in revenue in just three years. Before building his solar empire, O...
CO-HOST | Make Money Without Losing Your Financial Freedom
12 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This episode features an in-studio conversation with Travis's producer, who brings a unique perspective on financial decisions and lifestyle choices. ...
INTERVIEW | Make Money with a Comeback, feat. Yasmine Cheyenne
12 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Yasmin Cheyenne is a three-time HarperOne author and Today Show wellness expert who has guided hundreds of thousands of people back to their authentic...
CO-HOST | Make Money with Marriage, Prenups & Building Wealth Together
11 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Travis Chappell and producer Eric dive into a candid conversation sparked by Dave Portnoy discussing his relationship with his ex-wif...
TMF PREVIEW | Make Friends with Scott Harrison
11 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if one of the world’s most solvable problems remains unsolved… simply because most of us never have to think about it? In this preview episo...
CO-HOST | Make Money with the Caitlin Clark Effect
10 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Caitlin Clark has become one of the biggest stars in professional sports, transforming the WNBA’s popularity and sparking major conversations around...
INTERVIEW | Make Money Building an Audience and Surviving the Attention Economy with Jo Piazza
10 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Bestselling author, journalist, and podcast creator Jo Piazza joins Travis to break down the realities of building a career as a modern writer. From...
CO-HOST | Make Money Like Shannon Elizabeth—$1.2M in 7 Days on OnlyFans
09 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Travis and his producer Eric discuss actress Shannon Elizabeth's remarkable OnlyFans success, where she earned $1.2 million in her first seven days on...
INTERVIEW | Make Money by Solving Real Problems with Brian Keller
09 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Brian Keller is the CEO and co-founder of Rora, a company focused on creating innovative, easy-to-use water filtration systems designed to improve hea...
CO-HOST | Make Money With Fast Food Subscriptions
08 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Travis is joined in studio by his producer Eric for a hilarious and surprisingly insightful conversation about fast food, self-contro...
INTERVIEW | Make Money with Beverage Innovation with Chris Hunter
08 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Hunter is the co-founder of Four Loko and the founder behind Koia, one of the fastest-growing plant-based protein beverage brands in the country...
SOLO | Make Money By Following These 3 Timeless Success Principles
08 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Travis Chappell is the host of the Travis Makes Money podcast and a content creator who transformed from a 24-year-old door-to-door sales guy with zer...
CO-HOST | Make Money with Star Power and Strategic Sacrifice
07 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Travis and his producer dive into the fascinating financial strategy and global influence of MLB superstar Shohei Ohtani. While there...
INTERVIEW | Make Money Without Burning Out, feat. Guy Winch
07 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Travis sits down with Guy Winch—an internationally renowned psychologist, bestselling author, and TED speaker whose talks have ama...
SOLO | Make Money by Mastering Optimism, part 2
07 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, Travis breaks down the double-edged sword of optimism—one of the most powerful drivers of success that can also quietly sabota...
CO-HOST | Make Money with Smart Investing & Unexpected Deals
06 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Travis and his producer Eric break down financial advice circulating online and react to contrasting perspectives from popular financ...
INTERVIEW | Make Money by Betting on Yourself & Building a Purpose-Driven Business with Cynthia Thurlow
06 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Travis sits down with Cynthia Thurlow, a nurse practitioner, TEDx speaker, and expert in women’s metabolic health. Cynthia shares h...
SOLO | Make Money by Mastering Optimism Without Losing Reality, part 1
06 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, Travis dives deep into the concept of optimism—breaking down why it’s one of the most powerful drivers of success and, at th...
CO-HOST | Make Money by Striking While the Iron Is Hot
05 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Travis and his producer Eric break down a surprising case study in modern monetization using reality TV personality “Big Ed” from...
INTERVIEW | Make Money By Thinking Inside the Box with David Epstein
05 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
David Epstein is a number one New York Times bestselling author whose books The Sports Gene and Range have sold millions of copies worldwide. A fo...
SOLO | Make Money by Understanding Context, part 4
05 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
CO-HOST | Make Money by Building Sustainable Habits That Actually Stick
04 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Travis and his producer Eric dive into a candid, behind-the-scenes conversation about discipline, fitness, and personal growth. While...
INTERVIEW | Make Money by Mastering Unit Economics and Scalable Skills with Fred Marshall
04 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Fred Marshall is a pioneer in identifying the behavioral patterns of top performers and scaling them across global organizations. Having worked with c...
SOLO | Make Money by Understanding Context, part 3
04 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, Travis explores how neuroplasticity—the brain’s ability to rewire itself—can either become your greatest advantage or your...
CO-HOST | Make Money by Leveraging Opportunity (Even When the Pay Is Low)
03 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Travis is joined by his producer Eric for a candid and entertaining breakdown of the business behind the Jackass franchise. While the...
REPOST | Make Money with Non-Food Franchises, feat. Jon Ostenson
03 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
FranBridge is led by its Founder, Jon Ostenson, a top 1% Franchise Consultant in the US, and frequent contributor on franchising across a variety of o...
SOLO | Make Money by Understanding Context, part 2
03 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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...
CO-HOST | Make Money by Knowing When to Say Yes (and When to Walk Away)
02 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo-style episode, Travis is joined in-studio by his producer Eric for a candid and practical conversation about one of the most underrated s...
INTERVIEW | Make Money Through Grit, Resilience, and Joy with Amberly Lago
02 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Amberly Lago is a USA Today bestselling author of Joy Through the Journey, an internationally recognized speaker, and host of the top 1% podcast The...
SOLO | Make Money by Understanding Context, part 1
02 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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...
CO-HOST | Make Money with Brand Loyalty, Not Just Convenience
01 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Travis and his producer take a deep dive into a fascinating business debate sparked by In-N-Out Burger’s long-standing refusal to e...
REPOST | Make Money by Writing Books with Eric Jorgenson
01 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Eric Jorgenson is the CEO of Scribe Media, the industry's largest professional publishing service, dedicated to helping entrepreneurs, executives, and...
SOLO | Make Money by Following These 4 Rules of Investing
01 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this solo episode, Travis Chappell breaks down his personal investment philosophy after a decade of wins and painful losses in the market. He share...
CO-HOST | Make Money with Celebrity Brands & Building Your Own
30 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Travis is joined in-studio by his producer for a candid and entertaining conversation about celebrity-backed brands and what actually...
REPOST | Make Money by Rewiring Your Mindset with Keren Eldad
30 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Keren Eldad is a renowned executive coach, thought leader, and founder of The Club-a community for leaders, entrepreneurs, and coaches striving to rea...
SOLO | Make Money Turning Conversations Into Cash Flow
30 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this solo episode, Travis shares hard-earned insights from nearly a decade of content creation and over a thousand interviews, breaking down how to...
CO-HOST | Make Money by Spending on the Right Experiences
29 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Eric, Travis’s producer, joins this episode to break down the real cost of a “simple” family day at Universal Studios and what it reveals about ...
INTERVIEW | Make Money and Overcome Executive Loneliness with Nick Jonsson
29 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Nick Jonsson is the co-founder and Managing Director of Executives Global Network Singapore, Malaysia & Indonesia, Southeast Asia's largest confidenti...
SOLO | Make Money Through Leverage: Understanding the 4 Types, part 2
29 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, Travis continues breaking down the concept of leverage inspired by Naval Ravikant’s teachings from "The Almanac of Naval Ravik...
CO-HOST | Make Money by Taking Control of Your Financial Future
28 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this co-host episode, Travis and his producer, Eric, break down the latest data on financial stress in America and shares his unfiltered perspectiv...
INTERVIEW | Make Money Using 300 Years of Financial Lessons That Actually Worked with Joseph Moore
28 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Joseph Moore is an author, investor, and historian who spent over a decade studying how Americans actually built wealth across 300 years of history. R...
SOLO | Make Money Through Leverage: Understanding the 4 Types, Part 1
28 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, Travis breaks down the concept of leverage inspired by Naval Ravikant's teachings from "The Almanac of Naval Ravikant." He explo...
CO-HOST | Make Money Navigating the AI Wild West: Lawsuits, Ethics, and the Future of Content
27 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Travis is joined by Eric for a deep-dive conversation into one of the most controversial topics in tech today: AI and intellectual pr...
TMF PREVIEW | Make Friends with Jack Carr
27 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if your real calling has been with you since you were a kid—and you’ve just forgotten how to hear it? In this preview episode, former Navy S...
SOLO | Make Money Without Falling for Self-Help Myths, part 2
27 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this solo episode, Travis Chappell breaks down some of the most popular self‑help tropes and explains why they often keep you stuck instead of he...
CO-HOST | Make Money by Understanding Taxes, Refunds, and Smart Financial Decisions
26 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Travis is joined by his producer Eric for a candid and entertaining conversation about taxes, refunds, and the realities of earning m...
INTERVIEW | Make Money by Reinventing Coffee with Mesh Gelman
26 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Travis sits down with Mesh Gelman, founder and CEO of Cumulus Coffee Company. With a career spanning entrepreneurship, retail innovat...
SOLO | Make Money Without Falling for Self-Help Myths, part 1
26 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this solo episode of Travis Makes Money, host Travis Chappell breaks down some of the most overused and under-examined self-help tropes that can qu...
CO-HOST | Make Money Delivering: How Viral “Uber Feets” Hacks Are Boosting Tips
25 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Travis is joined in studio by his producer for a hilarious and surprisingly insightful breakdown of how a simple, oddball idea turned...
REPOST | Make Money with Positive Psychology, feat. Niyc Pidgeon
25 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Niyc Pidgeon is an award-winning positive psychologist, TEDx speaker, bestselling author, and eight-figure business mentor. With a mission to help a b...
SOLO | Make Money by Using Interviews to Get Into Any Room, part 2
25 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this solo episode, host Travis Chappell breaks down how he’s used his podcast—and now broader interview content—as an “access machine” to...
CO-HOST | Make Money Exposing Financial Mismanagement, part 4
24 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
During this special collaboration series, Travis and his producer, Eric, who hosts his own podcast, Preacher Boys, discuss the alleged mismanagement o...
INTERVIEW | Make Money by Building a High-Ticket Coaching Business with Zander Fryer
24 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Zander Fryer is the CEO and founder of High Impact Coaching, one of Inc. 500’s fastest-growing companies. After leaving a successful engineering car...
SOLO | Make Money By Using Interviews To Get In Any Room, part 1
24 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this solo episode, host Travis Chappell breaks down how he’s used his podcast—and now broader interview content—as an “access machine” to...
CO-HOST | Make Money Exposing Financial Mismanagement, part 3
23 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
During this special collaboration series, Travis and his producer, Eric, who hosts his own podcast, Preacher Boys, discuss the alleged mismanagement o...
INTERVIEW | Make Money by Mastering Adaptability (AQ) with Liz Tran
23 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Liz Tran is an executive coach, entrepreneur, and author dedicated to helping people unlock their highest potential. After building a successful caree...
SOLO | Make Money By Doing The Simple, Science-Backed Stuff
23 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this solo episode, host Travis Chappell breaks down five self-help practices that are actually backed by data instead of wishful thinking and prosp...
CO-HOST | Make Money by Exposing Financial Mismanagement , part 2
22 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
During this special collaboration series, Travis and his producer, Eric, who hosts his own podcast, Preacher Boys, discuss the alleged mismanagement o...
INTERVIEW | Make Money by Mastering Finance Skills with Tim Vipond
22 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Travis sits down with Tim Vipond, co-founder and CEO of Corporate Finance Institute (CFI), a global leader in online financial educat...
SOLO | Make Money with Podcasting: Q1 2026 Income Report & Risk Strategy
22 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Travis sits down with his CFO, Pam Jordan, to break down the financial performance of the podcast business in Q1 of 2026. Pam brings ...
CO-HOST | Make Money by Exposing Financial Mismanagement, part 1
21 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
During this special collaboration series, Travis and his producer, Eric, who hosts his own podcast, Preacher Boys, discuss the alleged mismanagement o...
INTERVIEW | Make Money Building Wealth, Legacy & Impact with Sara Morell
21 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Sara D. Morell is a visionary founder, global speaker, and entrepreneur dedicated to redefining wealth, legacy, and community. From overcoming extreme...
SOLO | Make Money by Avoiding Life’s Biggest Regrets, part 2
21 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this follow-up solo episode, Travis continues his breakdown of the top regrets of the dying—focusing on relationships, happiness, and the hidden ...
CO-HOST | Make Money By Becoming the Brand (Not Just the Ad Space)
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, host Travis Chappell is joined in-studio by his producer Eric for a candid breakdown of how influencer marketing has evolved from wil...
INTERVIEW | Make Money Buying & Scaling Online Businesses with Mike Swigunski
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Mike Swigunski is an entrepreneur, investor, and bestselling author focused on helping people earn from anywhere in the world. As an early team member...
SOLO | Make Money by Avoiding Life’s Biggest Regrets, part 1
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, Travis reflects on powerful lessons from end-of-life regrets and how they connect directly to money, career decisions, and perso...
CO-HOST | Make Money with Unshakable Focus and Creative Conviction
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Travis sits down to debrief a powerful conversation with bestselling author and former Navy SEAL Jack Carr. Known for his high-intens...
INTERVIEW | Make Money by Living Fully with Bill Perkins
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Bill Perkins is a hedge fund manager, film producer, high-stakes poker player, and bestselling author of Die With Zero. Known for his unconventional ...
CO-HOST | Make Money Flying Without Losing Your Mind (or Your Tripod)
18 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Producer Eric joins Travis in the newly rearranged studio to vent about a brutal budget-airline trip that destroyed camera gear, froze passengers on t...
INTERVIEW | Make Money by Unlocking Creativity Through Play with Piera Gelardi
18 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Piera Gelardi is a creative entrepreneur, speaker, and artist best known as the co-founder of Refinery29 and the visionary behind 29Rooms. Now the fou...
SOLO | Make Money by Finally Starting Your First Business
18 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this solo episode, Travis breaks down the real first steps of starting a business without getting lost in legal paperwork, logos, and websites th...
CO-HOST | Make Money by Breaking Free from Ticketmaster, Monopolies, and Broken Review Platforms
17 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Travis and his producer Eric dive into the Live Nation/Ticketmaster antitrust verdict and what it really means for fans, artists, and...
INTERVIEW | Make Money Using Leverage, Velocity, and Smart Wealth Strategies with George Antone
17 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
George Antone is the founder and CEO of Fynanc, a guided wealth technology company focused on helping individuals grow their money faster and more eff...
SOLO | Make Money With Scalable Side Hustles
17 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this solo episode, Travis dives into the current state of side hustles and how to choose ones that can actually change your financial life, not j...
THROWBACK MASHUP | Make Money in Showbiz
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We're throwing it back to an old style episode we used to do where we took a theme and combined parts of different interviews that spoke to that theme...
INTERVIEW | Make Money By Communicating Better: Charles Duhigg on Supercommunicators, Influence, and High‑Stakes Conversations
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Charles Duhigg is a Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist and New York Times bestselling author of The Power of Habit, Smarter Faster Better, and Sup...
THROWBACK SOLO | Make Money by Expanding Your Capacity
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this throwback solo episode, Travis shares powerful insights inspired by conversations with high performers like Ed Mylett, along with personal sto...
THROWBACK MASHUP | Make Money by Building a Memorable and Influential Brand
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This special mashup episode of Travis Makes Money is jam-packed with insights from branding experts on how to build a memorable and influential brand....
INTERVIEW | Make Money By Getting Outside: How Nature Supercharges Your Health, Focus, and Performance with Dr. John La Puma
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. John La Puma is a board-certified physician, two-time New York Times bestselling author, and pioneer of culinary medicine—a field that integra...
SOLO | Make Money Mastering Sales, Negotiation & Personal Brand Power
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode,Travis dives into the fundamentals of sales, negotiation, and personal branding, pulling insights from top experts like Chris Vos...
CO-HOST | Make Money by Taking Control of Your Finances and Avoiding Costly Mistakes
14 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Travis and his producer break down a viral financial conversation sparked by a high-earning creator who didn’t know her own net wor...
INTERVIEW | Make Money Through Strategic Relationships and Mentorship, feat. Gil Petersil
14 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Gil Petersil is a global speaker, serial entrepreneur, and expert in strategic partnerships with over 25 years of experience building high-trust busin...
SOLO | Make Money by Mastering the Traits of High Achievers
14 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, Travis Chappell breaks down the most powerful lessons he’s learned from interviewing over 1,000 high performers—from billion...
CO-HOST | Make Money Beyond the Spotlight: Turning Brand and IP Into Assets
13 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, host Travis Chappell and producer Eric dive into the surprising world of the highest-paid dead celebrities, using a recent Forbes rep...
INTERVIEW | Make Money Turning Your Mess Into a Mission with Wendy Valentine
13 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Wendy Valentine is the author of Women Waking Up: The Midlife Manifesto for Passion, Purpose, and Play, a #1 Amazon new release, creator of the Freed...
SOLO | Make Money With a Simple, Effective Morning Routine
13 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this solo episode, Travis breaks down how to design a realistic, sustainable morning routine that actually supports your energy, focus, and product...
CO-HOST | Make Money by Treating Your Budget Like Your Diet
12 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This co-hosted episode features Travis Chappell and producer Eric breaking down a powerful fitness clip from wellness coach and content creator Mich...