Travis Makes Money

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 SEAL turned bestselling thriller author Jack Carr sits down with Travis to unpack where certainty of purpose actually comes from, and why your most honest clues are often buried in what you were obsessed with between ages eight and eighteen. From growing u...

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 helping you win in business and life. He pulls from research, expert debates, and his own experience in podcasting and entrepreneurship to show what actually moves the needle: deliberate practice, critical thinking, and a ruthless bias toward action. On...

In this episode, Travis is joined by his producer Eric for a candid and entertaining conversation about taxes, refunds, and the realities of earning more money. From the benefits of hiring a CPA to debates around flat taxes and government policy, they break down complex financial topics in a relatable way—while sharing personal experiences and insights that highlight how everyday earners can bette...

In this episode, Travis sits down with Mesh Gelman, founder and CEO of Cumulus Coffee Company. With a career spanning entrepreneurship, retail innovation, and leadership at Starbucks—including running retail partnerships and its innovation incubator—Mesh brings decades of experience to the world of coffee. After years of R&D, he launched Cumulus to solve one of the biggest challenges in coffee: de...

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 quietly sabotage your finances, fulfillment, and decision-making. Drawing on research, real-world examples, and his own experience taking big swings in business, Travis separates what’s psychologically useful from what’s pure pseudoscience so you can b...

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 into serious extra tip money for delivery drivers. They dig into a viral Threads post about “Uber Feets,” the psychology of tipping, and what it reveals about how people actually behave (versus how tech optimists want to believe they behave). On thi...

Niyc Pidgeon is an award-winning positive psychologist, TEDx speaker, bestselling author, and eight-figure business mentor. With a mission to help a billion people become more mentally healthy, Niyc has built a career empowering individuals to create joy and success in their lives. She’s the founder of the Positive Psychology Coach Academy Certification Program and the author of Now Is Your Chance...

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 land invitations into high-level rooms he once felt wildly underqualified to be in. He shares real stories, including a private dinner in Las Vegas with a near–billionaire founder and a team interviewing Tom Brady, to illustrate how consistent interviewing bu...

During this special collaboration series, Travis and his producer, Eric, who hosts his own podcast, Preacher Boys, discuss the alleged mismanagement of funds in a case in North Carolina. The overlap of ministry and business is broken down in this heavy but much needed conversation. Check out Eric's show shining light on more issues like this: https://www.youtube.com/@PreacherBoys Connect with Trav...

Zander Fryer is the CEO and founder of High Impact Coaching, one of Inc. 500’s fastest-growing companies. After leaving a successful engineering career at Cisco, Zander built a multi-million dollar coaching business, generating over $20 million in revenue and helping his clients earn more than $350 million worldwide. Known for his no-BS approach to business and coaching, Zander specializes in help...

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 land invitations into high-level rooms he once felt wildly underqualified to be in. He shares real stories, including a private dinner in Las Vegas with a near–billionaire founder and a team interviewing Tom Brady, to illustrate how consistent interviewing bu...

During this special collaboration series, Travis and his producer, Eric, who hosts his own podcast, Preacher Boys, discuss the alleged mismanagement of funds in a case in North Carolina. The overlap of ministry and business is broken down in this heavy but much needed conversation. Check out Eric's show shining light on more issues like this: https://www.youtube.com/@PreacherBoys Connect with Trav...

Liz Tran is an executive coach, entrepreneur, and author dedicated to helping people unlock their highest potential. After building a successful career in venture capital—where her clients collectively raised over $1B and created $10B+ in enterprise value—Liz made the bold decision to leave it all behind in pursuit of more aligned work. Now the founder of Inner Genius and author of AQ: A New Kind...

On this solo episode, host Travis Chappell breaks down five self-help practices that are actually backed by data instead of wishful thinking and prosperity-gospel fluff. He pulls from research in psychology, public health, and longevity science to separate simple, high-ROI habits from trendy hacks that barely move the needle. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by morning routines, supplements, and co...

During this special collaboration series, Travis and his producer, Eric, who hosts his own podcast, Preacher Boys, discuss the alleged mismanagement of funds in a case in North Carolina. The overlap of ministry and business is broken down in this heavy but much needed conversation. Check out Eric's show shining light on more issues like this: https://www.youtube.com/@PreacherBoys Connect with Trav...

In this episode, Travis sits down with Tim Vipond, co-founder and CEO of Corporate Finance Institute (CFI), a global leader in online financial education and certification. With a background spanning investment banking, wealth management, and corporate strategy, Tim has built a platform that has helped millions of professionals level up their finance careers. After over a decade in the corporate w...

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 deep financial expertise working with hundreds of businesses, offering a behind-the-scenes look at revenue, profit margins, and cash flow strategy. Together, they explore what it really takes to build a profitable content-driven business—and the calc...

During this special collaboration series, Travis and his producer, Eric, who hosts his own podcast, Preacher Boys, discuss the alleged mismanagement of funds in a case in North Carolina. The overlap of ministry and business is broken down in this heavy but much needed conversation. Check out Eric's show shining light on more issues like this: https://www.youtube.com/@PreacherBoys Connect with Trav...

Sara D. Morell is a visionary founder, global speaker, and entrepreneur dedicated to redefining wealth, legacy, and community. From overcoming extreme hardship as a single mom on food stamps to speaking in front of massive global audiences, Sara has built multiple ventures including Sanctuary—an eco-luxury, self-sustaining community—and Deal Make Hers, a platform empowering women in business and i...

In this follow-up solo episode, Travis continues his breakdown of the top regrets of the dying—focusing on relationships, happiness, and the hidden cost of inaction. Building on the first three regrets, he dives into why friendships fade, how loneliness impacts both health and fulfillment, and why choosing happiness is more within your control than you think. This episode connects the dots between...

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 wild-west swipe-up deals to long-term brand partnerships and creator-led product companies. They unpack why “buying trust” is the real asset behind celebrity endorsements, how brands and creators both burned themselves in the first big influencer bubble...

Mike Swigunski is an entrepreneur, investor, and bestselling author focused on helping people earn from anywhere in the world. As an early team member at Empire Flippers, he helped facilitate over $120M in online business acquisitions. Now, as the founder of Global Career and Dividends Capital, Mike is building platforms that allow everyday investors to access passive income through established on...

In this solo episode, Travis reflects on powerful lessons from end-of-life regrets and how they connect directly to money, career decisions, and personal fulfillment. Drawing from research by a palliative care nurse and his own life experiences, he challenges listeners to rethink playing it safe, working too much, and letting fear dictate their path—while offering a more intentional approach to bu...

In this episode, Travis sits down to debrief a powerful conversation with bestselling author and former Navy SEAL Jack Carr. Known for his high-intensity thrillers and the hit series adaptation of The Terminal List, Jack’s journey from elite military service to fiction powerhouse is anything but typical. What makes him stand out isn’t just his background—it’s his unwavering certainty, disciplined...

Bill Perkins is a hedge fund manager, film producer, high-stakes poker player, and bestselling author of Die With Zero. Known for his unconventional philosophy on money and life, Bill challenges the traditional approach to saving and wealth-building by emphasizing fulfillment, intentional living, and maximizing life experiences. His perspective blends financial acumen with a deep focus on living a...