Travis Makes Money

Travis Chappell
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You can't save your way to your dream life anymore. The truth is, you’re gonna need to learn to make more money. The Travis Makes Money Podcast is not your typical personal finance show. Rather than shaming you for buying a Starbucks coffee or pressuring you to become a billionaire, we focus on empowering you to make more money so you can enjoy life today while preparing for your future. You don’t have to cut back so much that you miss out on the present, and you don’t need to become the next Jeff Bezos either. Hosted by veteran podcaster Travis Chappell, each daily episode features interviews with regular people just like you – yes, you – who have learned how to make more money in unique and unconventional ways. From turning side hustles into an extra six figures to building massive business empires, these conversations dive into the mindset shifts, hard-earned lessons, and simple strategies that helped these individuals succeed. With over 1,000 podcast episodes under his belt, Travis has developed a unique ability to pull out inspiring stories and practical advice you can apply to your own financial journey that you just won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you’re looking for strategies on side hustles, skill building, investing, building generational wealth, or just motivation to take your next steps, this podcast is your resource. Tune in daily for insights, actionable tips, and inspiration from some of the most successful and interesting money-makers on the planet.

  1. 14H AGO

    SOLO | Make Money by Asking Yourself Better Questions, part 5

    Since this is a solo episode, Travis dives deep into how self-awareness, intentional choices, and skill-building shape your financial future and overall fulfillment. He wraps up his 25-question series with a powerful set of prompts designed to help you stop living on autopilot, take responsibility for your trajectory, and start building a life you actually want instead of the one others expect from you.​ On this episode we talk about: What you’re pretending not to know about your habits, relationships, and next steps in life​ Whether you’re building a life you actually want or one that other people will applaud​ How your daily choices either reward your highest self or your laziest self​ The difference between social isolation and loneliness—and why loneliness is a hidden health crisis​ Identifying one skill you can master in the next 12 months to disproportionately change your financial life​ Top 3 Takeaways You usually already know what you should do; the real work is stopping the self-delusion and acting on what you’d honestly tell a friend in your same situation.​ Fulfillment comes from building the life you truly want, not the life others scripted for you, and that requires regularly questioning the “mountain” you’re climbing.​ Your future income and opportunities are driven by your skills, so choosing and aggressively leveling up one high-value skill over the next year can radically shift your money situation.​ Notable Quotes "When you're born, you look like your parents; when you die, you look like your choices."​ "Am I building a life I actually want, or the life that somebody else will applaud?"​ "This is going to be like our generation’s smoking—we’ll look back and realize outsourcing our social lives to technology was a really bad idea."​ Connect with Travis Chappell: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/travischappell Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travischappell Other: https://travischappell.com Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency. Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform. Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    22 min

  2. 17H AGO

    CO-HOST | Betting on Yourself: The Entrepreneurial Lessons Behind Johnny Knoxville & Jackass

    In this episode of the Travis Makes Money podcast, Travis and producer Eric break down an unlikely entrepreneurial case study: the origin story of Johnny Knoxville and Jackass. What starts as a conversation about a Conan interview quickly turns into a deeper discussion about risk, creativity, loyalty, and the real-life decisions entrepreneurs face when choosing between security and betting on themselves. They explore how Johnny Knoxville went from waiting tables and struggling to support a family to pitching a crazy idea—testing self-defense equipment on himself for a magazine—that eventually became the foundation for Jackass. Along the way, they discuss the pivotal moment when Knoxville turned down an opportunity with Saturday Night Live to keep creative control and build something with his friends. The conversation highlights how many entrepreneurial journeys involve uncertain choices where success isn’t guaranteed—and why the stories we hear are often the rare winners, not the many people who took the same risk and didn’t break through. On this episode we talk about: The surprising entrepreneurial origin story behind Jackass Why Johnny Knoxville turned down a major opportunity with Saturday Night Live The importance of creative control and ownership The role of loyalty and partnerships in building successful ventures How entrepreneurs decide when to take a risk vs. accept a safe opportunity The “rocking chair test” for making big life decisions Why most success stories we hear are examples of survivorship bias Top 3 Takeaways: 1. Big opportunities often come disguised as weird ideas.Johnny Knoxville’s breakthrough came from pitching a bizarre concept—testing self-defense gear on himself—that eventually evolved into one of the most successful stunt franchises ever. 2. Creative control can matter more than immediate opportunity.Turning down Saturday Night Live was risky, but Knoxville valued building something with his own team and maintaining ownership over the concept. 3. You can’t know the outcome—only the decision.Entrepreneurs rarely have perfect information. The best approach is to make the decision that aligns with your long-term values and avoid regretting the chances you didn’t take. Notable Quotes: “You just have to make the decision with the best information you have at the time—and then be okay with whatever happens.” “Most people don’t know whether it’s going to work out. They just take action and keep moving.” “Which decision will you regret more when you’re sitting in the rocking chair later in life?” Connect with Travis Chappell: LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/travischappell⁠ Youtube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@travischappellclips⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/travischappell⁠ Other: ⁠https://travischappell.com⁠ Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency. Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform. Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    23 min

  3. 18H AGO

    INTERVIEW | Make Money Through Authentic Leadership and Local Impact, feat. Amanda Litman

    Amanda Litman is the co-founder and president of Run for Something, an organization dedicated to recruiting and supporting young, diverse leaders running for local office across the United States. Since launching in 2017, Run for Something has helped thousands of millennials and Gen Z candidates step into leadership roles and reshape what local leadership looks like in America. Amanda is also the author of When We’re In Charge: The Next Generation’s Guide to Leadership and Run for Something: A Real-Talk Guide to Fixing the System Yourself. With experience working on major campaigns including Barack Obama’s re-election and Hillary Clinton’s presidential campaign, Amanda brings a unique perspective on leadership, community building, and the power of local politics. On this episode we talk about: Why local government has the biggest impact on everyday life and small business How political campaign marketing strategies translate directly to business The story behind Run for Something and how it grew from 1,000 signups in a week to over 250,000 aspiring candidates Why relationships and community are the most important resources for leaders Authenticity, digital presence, and leadership in the modern remote and AI-driven world Top 3 Takeaways Local leadership drives real change. Issues like housing, schools, infrastructure, and small business regulations are largely decided at the local and state levels. Relationships outperform everything else. Whether in politics or business, trust and community connections are the most powerful drivers of long-term success. Authenticity is the competitive advantage of the next decade. In a world filled with automation and AI-generated content, genuine human connection and leadership stand out. Notable Quotes "You don’t get what you don’t ask for." "Authenticity is the building block of trust, and trust is the building block of community." "The campaign exists to give people the chance to get to know you." Connect with Amanda Litman: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandalitman Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/amandalitman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amandalitm Other: https://www.amandalitman.com Run for Something: https://runforsomething.net  Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency.  Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform.  Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    31 min

  4. 1D AGO

    CO-HOST | Make Money by Creating Value and Redefining Wealth

    In this episode, Travis Chappell sits down in-studio with producer Eric for a fun but insightful conversation breaking down famous quotes about money from well-known actors and public figures. As they react to perspectives from people like Will Smith, Jim Carrey, Denzel Washington, and Arnold Schwarzenegger, the discussion dives into deeper truths about wealth, fulfillment, and the role money really plays in building a meaningful life. From consumerism and lifestyle creep to investing in yourself and building valuable relationships, Travis unpacks the mindset shifts that can help you earn more while also living better. On this episode we talk about: Why many people spend money to impress people they don’t even like The real definition of wealth and why free time might be the ultimate status symbol Why fame, money, and success don’t automatically create happiness The core principle that money is a reflection of the value you create Why relationships and investing in people often outperform traditional investments Top 3 Takeaways Money follows value. The more value you create for others—through skills, knowledge, or relationships—the more money you’ll naturally earn. Wealth isn’t just about dollars. True wealth is having the freedom to spend your time how you want, with the people you care about. Money won’t fix internal problems. Financial success can amplify your life, but fulfillment and happiness require intentional personal work along the way. Notable Quotes “Money is a measure of the value you create for others.” “There’s no amount of accomplishment that will fill whatever void you’re trying to fill inside.” “Money only solves your money problems—but it’s easier to solve the rest of your problems with money in the bank.” Connect with Travis Chappell: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/travischappell Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@travischappellclips Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travischappell Other: https://travischappell.com Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency. Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform. Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    30 min

  5. 1D AGO

    INTERVIEW | Make Money by Acquiring and Scaling E-Commerce Brands, feat. Josh Marsden

    Josh Marsden is a two-time Inc. 5000 entrepreneur and the founder and CEO of Arm5 Formula Company, an e-commerce aggregator and AI-driven growth company focused on acquiring, scaling, and operating profitable direct-to-consumer brands. Since entering the e-commerce world in 2013, Josh has generated more than $100 million in online sales and built multiple successful brands across health, wellness, beauty, and consumer products. In this conversation, he shares how a corporate sales job introduced him to the world of online business—and how that eventually led him to build a portfolio of brands with the goal of taking the company public. On this episode we talk about: How a corporate sales job exposed Josh to the world of online entrepreneurship The evolution from running a marketing agency to acquiring e-commerce brands Why focusing on the health and beauty niche creates better growth opportunities The massive impact AI is having on marketing, operations, and e-commerce Josh’s strategy for acquiring profitable brands and scaling them toward a public company Top 3 Takeaways Exposure to entrepreneurial environments can completely shift your career trajectory—even if you start in a traditional corporate job. Specialization is powerful: focusing on one niche (like health and beauty) allows for stronger brand synergies and faster growth. The future of e-commerce operations will combine AI automation with lean teams, dramatically increasing efficiency and scalability. Notable Quotes “Hearing how other business owners were making money completely opened my eyes to what was possible.” “Instead of being broad, we decided to specialize in health and beauty so we could create real synergy across brands.” “Resiliency is the number one trait you need as a business owner.” Connect with Josh Marsden: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshmarsden Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshscale Other: https://arm5formula.com Website: https://joshscale.com Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency. Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform. Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    26 min

  6. 1D AGO

    SOLO | Make Money Asking Yourself Better Questions, part 4

    This solo episode with host Travis Chappell dives into his “25 questions to ask yourself to live a better life,” focusing on five powerful prompts that can reshape your habits, relationships, and financial trajectory. Travis shares personal examples from health, marriage, and money to illustrate how better questions lead to better decisions and, ultimately, a more intentional and prosperous life.​ On this episode we talk about: What your 90-year-old self would tell you to cut out of your life immediately​ How the five people you spend the most time with shape your future success and income​ The power of hard conversations in marriages, friendships, and business​ Using a “repeat this day 365 times” audit to evaluate your habits and goals​ Updating old stories you tell yourself about money, career, and what’s possible​ Top 3 Takeaways Your future self is a powerful filter: many habits you justify today (like skipping workouts or certain vices) have no place in the life you actually want, so cut them sooner rather than later.​ You really are the average of the five people you’re around most; you don’t need to “dump” good friends, but you do need to intentionally add higher-level people into your life to grow.​ Avoided hard conversations compound into years of low-level pain, while one uncomfortable but honest conversation can unlock healthier relationships, better culture, and more aligned results.​ Notable Quotes "The quality of your life is determined by the quality of the questions you ask."​ "You can't hang out with high-level people and stay the same person—either you level up or you get pushed out of that group."​ "Most of us are living a life limited by stories we never even thought to question."​ Connect with Travis Shapell: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/travischappell  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@travischappellclips Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travischappell​ Other: https://travischappell.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    25 min

  7. 2D AGO

    CO-HOST | Make Money by Increasing Your Value in the Marketplace

    In this episode, Travis is joined in the studio by his producer, Eric, for a candid conversation about minimum wage, economic realities, and the mindset needed to earn more in today’s world. Rather than offering easy political answers, Travis and Eric explore the complexity of wage policy, small business economics, and personal responsibility. The discussion blends practical entrepreneurship insights with honest reflections on the challenges many people face when trying to make a living—and why building valuable skills may be the most reliable path to higher income. On this episode we talk about: The economic ripple effects of raising minimum wage on small businesses Why increased wages can lead to higher prices and reduced buying power The tension between entrepreneurial thinking and systemic economic challenges How innovation and entrepreneurship can create value where others see none Why developing skills, knowledge, and relationships is the best long-term income strategy Top 3 Takeaways Increasing minimum wage can unintentionally squeeze small business margins, often forcing companies to raise prices—ultimately reducing the purchasing power of higher wages. The most reliable way to earn more isn’t demanding higher pay—it’s increasing the value you bring to the marketplace through skills, knowledge, and innovation. While economic systems are complex and imperfect, individuals can still improve their financial future by focusing on what they can control: learning, building relationships, and creating value. Notable Quotes "You deserve to get paid based on the value you bring to the marketplace." "Life doesn’t owe you your dream life—you have to go build it." "There are a few things the economy can’t take from you: your knowledge, your skill set, and your relationships." Connect with Travis Chappell: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/travischappell Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@travischappellclips Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travischappell Other: https://travischappell.com  Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency.  Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform.  Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    25 min

  8. 2D AGO

    INTERVIEW | Make Money by Communicating Your Value at Work, feat. Erin McGoff

    Erin McGoff is an award-winning filmmaker, content creator, and career advice expert known online as the internet’s “big sister.” Through her Advice With Erin platform, she has built a massive audience of Gen Z and millennial professionals by sharing practical, no-nonsense guidance on careers, communication, and navigating the workplace. A Pulitzer Fellowship recipient and Forbes 30 Under 30 (2025) honoree, Erin’s work has been featured in major publications including the New York Times, Washington Post, and Business Insider. In this episode, Erin shares how she turned filmmaking skills into a thriving creator career, what professionals misunderstand about salary negotiations, and how mastering communication can dramatically increase your earning potential. On this episode we talk about: How Erin transitioned from filmmaking into becoming a viral career advice creator Why authenticity and simplicity helped her build millions of followers online The mindset shift that turns your salary into a “floor” instead of a ceiling Practical strategies for negotiating raises and increasing compensation Why written communication is one of the most valuable workplace skills today Top 3 Takeaways Your salary is the floor, not the ceiling. In today’s economy, professionals should think beyond their paycheck and look for ways to build additional income streams or leverage their skills in new ways. Value drives compensation. Raises don’t come from personal circumstances—they come from demonstrating measurable value to your organization and clearly communicating it. Visibility matters in your career. Many talented professionals go unnoticed because they don’t communicate their impact. Making your contributions visible to leadership can significantly improve career growth. Notable Quotes “Your salary is not the ceiling of what you can earn in a year—it’s the floor.” “Close mouths don’t get fed. If you want something in your career, you have to ask for it.” “The biggest mistake people make when asking for a raise is talking about themselves instead of the value they bring.” Connect with Erin McGoff: Book: The Secret Language of Work  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/advicewitherin Other: https://advicewitherin.com  Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency.  Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform.  Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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You can't save your way to your dream life anymore. The truth is, you’re gonna need to learn to make more money. The Travis Makes Money Podcast is not your typical personal finance show. Rather than shaming you for buying a Starbucks coffee or pressuring you to become a billionaire, we focus on empowering you to make more money so you can enjoy life today while preparing for your future. You don’t have to cut back so much that you miss out on the present, and you don’t need to become the next Jeff Bezos either. Hosted by veteran podcaster Travis Chappell, each daily episode features interviews with regular people just like you – yes, you – who have learned how to make more money in unique and unconventional ways. From turning side hustles into an extra six figures to building massive business empires, these conversations dive into the mindset shifts, hard-earned lessons, and simple strategies that helped these individuals succeed. With over 1,000 podcast episodes under his belt, Travis has developed a unique ability to pull out inspiring stories and practical advice you can apply to your own financial journey that you just won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you’re looking for strategies on side hustles, skill building, investing, building generational wealth, or just motivation to take your next steps, this podcast is your resource. Tune in daily for insights, actionable tips, and inspiration from some of the most successful and interesting money-makers on the planet.

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  • Creator
    Travis Chappell
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    1.6K
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2020 Travis Chappell
  • Show Website
    Travis Makes Money

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