Crickets to Cha-Chings

Julie has listed 167 digital products on Etsy in the past few weeks, and she isn't glued to her computer to do it. In this episode of Crickets to Cha-Chings, Cody and Julie share how they're using ChatGPT and Claude to keep their Etsy listing systems running in the background (even from their phones), what's actually selling, and the results from the first cohort of the 50 Listings with AI Challen...

Discover how to use AI tools to create Etsy digital products, find profitable ideas, and save time without falling for misleading data. Julie Berninger and Sasha Hutchison share practical Etsy seller strategies, from keyword research and market analysis to holiday product ideas that can help your shop stand out. Learn how to create eye-catching mock-up templates and product listings, navigate plat...

Check out Anywhere Digital: https://go.goldcityventures.com/anywhere-digital What if you could automate your Etsy digital product listings instead of creating every one manually? Chris Meats from Anywhere POD and Anywhere Digital reveals how AI is transforming Etsy workflows—helping sellers create product listings, mockups, personalization, and digital downloads faster. See how Canva designs can b...

What if you could list 125 Etsy products in a week without sacrificing quality? Seven-figure Etsy seller Emily shares how she uses AI tools like Claude and ChatGPT to streamline her print-on-demand business and scale her shop more efficiently. Discover how AI automation speeds up product research, Canva design edits, Etsy SEO, and product listing workflows. Learn how templates help you create more...

For the Fall 2026 Launch of E-Printables, Cody & Julie recorded a live workshop called " We've Sold 152,500+ Digital Products — Here's What Actually Works ", and they're sharing it in its entirety in today's episode! If you're listening on the day this drops, you still have a chance to get in and claim some bonuses. 👉 Join the E-Printables Course: https://goldcityventures.com/e-printables-course/...

Cody went to FinCon in Palm Springs to connect with other creators and came home with a fresh perspective on growing an online business. Between sharing the main stage and talking shop over lunch, he heard how successful creators turn their ideas into digital products and build businesses around the right customers. 👉 Join the E-Printables Course: https://goldcityventures.com/e-printables-course/...

Julie was invited to Miami to meet with some of Teachable's top course creators at the Teachable Collective event, and she came home with notes worth sharing. What are people building successful online businesses doing differently, and what did they have in common despite selling completely different things? 👉 Join the E-Printables Course: https://goldcityventures.com/e-printables-course/?utm_sou...

Want to know what a $3M print on demand seller says is working right now? In this episode, Julie Berninger sits down with Christina to uncover the latest Etsy and Shopify trends driving sales in 2026. Learn how to spot trending designs, improve your listings with better mock-ups, and capitalize on growing demand for vintage graphics, personalized gifts, and popular color palettes. Christina also s...

Print on demand seller Ryan Hogue breaks down exactly how he scales designs, automates listings, and spots winning trends before they peak.  👉 Check out MyDesigns (the Ai tool Ryan uses): https://go.goldcityventures.com/my-designs 👉 Subscribe for weekly tips on Etsy, AI tools, and print-on-demand success. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Trends in Apparel 02:50 Leveraging AI for Design Creation 05...

Etsy trends change fast — and the sellers who spot them early are the ones getting the clicks and sales. In this episode, Lizzie Smiley breaks down how to use vintage aesthetics, nostalgia, boho styles, and trendy fonts to make your print-on-demand and digital products stand out in crowded Etsy search results. 👉 Subscribe for weekly tips on Etsy, print-on-demand, and digital product success.   Ch...

Want financial independence faster? Learn how digital products and smart investing can turn side hustles into long-term wealth with Cody Berman, author of Retire By 30. https://retireby30book.com In this episode, Cody Berman shares how he reached retirement by 30 using scalable digital products, resourceful strategies like house hacking, and consistent investing. Discover how small wins from passi...

Want to win Q2 with Etsy print on demand ? Discover how personalized seasonal gifts can drive real sales for Mother's Day and Father's Day. 👉 Join Emily LIVE on April 29 for an exclusive Print-on-Demand training where you'll learn how to turn ideas into income. https://event.webinarjam.com/kn3pk/register/8m43zunm?webinar_id=45&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=partypod&utm_co...

Want to sell candles on Etsy using print on demand—even with zero design skills? In this episode, Emily Odio-Sutton reveals how simple candle labels and smart niche marketing helped her turn ideas into thousands of sales. 👉 Join Emily LIVE on April 29 for an exclusive Print-on-Demand training where you'll learn how to turn ideas into income.  https://event.webinarjam.com/kn3pk/register/8m43zunm?w...

Summary Join Julie Berninger and Etsy expert Courtney Buteau as they explore her journey from handmade ornaments to top 1% Etsy seller of digital printables. Discover strategies for niche selection, product creation, shop organization, and balancing business with family life. Signup for the POD Webinar with Courtney & Emily on 4/29: https://event.webinarjam.com/kn3pk/register/8m43zunm?webinar_id=4...

Summary Hannah Gardner from Profit Tree shares high-ticket digital product ideas for over $20 each. Discover how to identify trending products and use Profit Tree's features to boost your online business. Takeaways 3 High-ticket digital products on Etsy Profit Tree tool for market validation Trend analysis and product research Leveraging TikTok and social media for sales Chapters 00:00 Introductio...

The April 30-day Printables Challenge will help you list 4 new competitive products on Etsy. Join Gold City Ventures co-founder Julie Berninger and VIP E-Printables Coach, Sasha Hutchison, as they take you through the templates, ideas, and process of the super popular challenge. Watch the "From $0 to $4,000 Per Month Selling Digital Products" webinar with Cody of Gold City Ventures here to learn m...

Summary 👉 Join The Gift Lab for the lowest price ever: https://goldcityventures.com/gift-lab-podcast Want to turn your Etsy shop into a thriving gift-product business? In this episode, Emily shares how she launched The Gift Lab from her own Etsy experience and reveals the secrets behind creating products buyers can't resist. Learn how SEO, photography, and market research can transform your listi...

Summary Struggling to stand out on Etsy? Discover how Nancy Badillo, a digital marketing expert with over 15 years of experience, turned her setbacks into a thriving Etsy business. In this episode, Nancy breaks down the exact market research and keyword strategies that help sellers find profitable niches, boost visibility, and increase their average order value. Learn how to create irresistible di...

Summary Discover how Passive Income Angel hit a $10K month on Etsy by mastering trends, timing, and creative strategy. In this episode, Cody Berman dives into Angel's journey from early struggles to thriving in the print-on-demand world. She reveals how to spot seasonal product trends, time listings 8–12 weeks before holidays, and use micro niches to boost visibility and sales. Learn how AI tools,...

Summary Want to create digital products faster and sell smarter on Etsy? In this episode of Crickets to Cha-Chings , Cody Berman sits down with Canva expert Jen Michele to reveal the exact tools and strategies that save time and boost sales. Jen shares how market research prevents wasted effort, why niching down improves visibility, and the Canva features every seller should know—like the brand ki...

In this episode, Julie Berninger chats with Bailey Vann, who went from handmade crafts to thriving in sublimation and digital products. Bailey reveals why bundling designs boosts sales, how unexpected themes like ghosts, chickens, and raccoons are trending, and why collage aesthetics are taking over Etsy. She also shares customer insights that help small businesses stand out, plus the design tools...

Summary Host Julie Berninger interviews Chelsea Shelton, a successful Etsy seller and coach, about the concept of evergreen printables. Sign up for the September 23rd Live Training with Chelsea here:  https://event.webinarjam.com/register/25/w26nwaoo?utm_source=podcast Chelsea shares her journey from being an elementary school teacher to excelling in the printable space on Etsy. The conversation e...

Julie sits down with Dori, an Etsy business veteran who's been selling since 2007, to uncover the strategies behind long-term success. Dori reveals how persistence, smart SEO, and quality print-on-demand designs can turn simple ideas into consistent revenue. You'll also hear surprising trends—like leopard print and puff embossed apparel—that are shaping Etsy right now.  👉 Register for the LIVE ev...

Summary In this episode of the Crickets to Cha-ching's podcast, Julie Berninger and Hannah Gardner of ProfitTree discuss five emerging trends in the Etsy marketplace. They explore the new features of ProfitTree, a tool designed to help Etsy sellers track profits and optimize their listings.   Takeaways ProfitTree helps sellers track profits and optimize ads. Personalized baby books are a growing n...

Summary In this episode, Julie Berninger interviews Jay De Souza, who shares his journey from a stressful corporate job to becoming a successful print-on-demand entrepreneur. Jay discusses the importance of understanding customer needs, the significance of niche marketing, and the emotional aspect of selling products. He emphasizes the use of technology and tools to enhance business efficiency and...