Life In Bold with Ben Hawes

Today's episode is a gift. We chat with multi-dimensional marketing executive, Bryetta Calloway. Bryetta is a friend and a meaningful connection I made at my current job with LifeLabs Learning. She is smart, accomplished, talented, and extremely multi-dimensional. We talk about what it means to embrace multiple sides of who you are, show up as your whole self in all that you do, and understand how...

Today we get the honor of speaking with Shubham Issar, SoaPen Co-Founder and contestant on ABC's Shark Tank (2022). Shubham is a designer and entrepreneur who started SoaPen with her cofounder 6 years ago and has had quite a journey building and growing her business and brand. She even made it on Shark Tank, and spoiler alert-- she got a deal! It was a great conversation as we talk about entrepren...

I am so happy I get to share this moment with you. I get deep and reflect on what I want from the Life in Bold Podcast while re-capping the Ben Platt concert at Madison Square Garden on September 27th, 2022. Ben Platt is a Broadway star and wonderful singer and is currently on tour for his new album, Reverie. It is a great album and I loved being in the crowd with all of those beautiful people.&nb...

Get in your comfy clothes and listen to Ben Hawes and Gina Finio chat about all things queer style, coming out, relationships to dieting and food, and finding clothes that are comfortable for you physically, emotionally, and socially. We get real about our childhood relationships to fashion and clothing, when we started caring about style, ways we've tried to fit into clothes that weren't right, a...

We've got the one and only Michelle Arno back to talk about turning thirty, comparing our lives and accomplishments to our friends, and what it's like dating in the LGBTQIA+ community. We get real and talk about what it's like to be living lives that are different from our friends. Ben also calls for feedback on the episode and the direction of the show, so if you've got ideas, please DM him on In...

Following a life coaching session, I had an epiphany about what it means to authentically live my Life In Bold. Join me for a solo episode as we discuss my realization and how I'm planning to use this podcast on my journey toward authentically living my life in bold. I hope this resinates with you, my friend and listener, because this realization is helping to form the future of Life in Bold. Enjo...

Join us today on "Life In Bold" for a conversation about chasing dreams, facing fears, and being creative with John Franklin AKA Momma Carol from season 4 of Netflix's hit reality show, "The Circle." Host Ben Hawes asks John about his experience getting on the show, his fears going into it, and about his current creative endeavors like his social media tournaments and stand up comedy in New York C...

This is the episode you don't want to miss. Ben interviews Bob's Dance Shop Founder, Vince Coconato (Coco). We chat about his background, purpose, coming out story, and founding of the iconic dance group. We chat about what it takes to create a warm and welcoming environment that leaves folks feeling confident and proud, how we define success in this world, and so much more. I am so excited for yo...

Today we're getting deep with Kerry Hoffman, Director of Project Management (Marketing) at Sendoso. Kerry has spent the last two years bravely sharing her process of grief after losing her Father, Phil, to Covid extremely early in the pandemic. We talk about what she has learned along the way and how she is feeling two years later. We also talk about our shifting perspectives on work, jobs and car...

Today we have Carolyn Lai Moore, the talented career coach and founder of Wildlight. Her coaching company is dedicated to helping women and AAPI / BIPOC folks thrive in their careers by gaining clarity on their purpose and reclaiming their voice to advocate for themselves. I loved this conversation and cannot wait for you to learn more about Carolyn and her career coaching services. Please check h...

Hi Folks! Today on Life in Bold, I had the pleasure of interviewing someone I've admired for some time-- Podcast Host & Personality Gina Finio. I became familiar with her by listening to and watching the amazing podcast "Straight Talk With Ross Mathews."  Gina is unique, funny and talented and this thirty minute interview will show you so much of that.  Be sure to check out Gina's tw...

Welcome to Life in Bold!! The new podcast where I can interview people that I find interesting, and dig deep to find what makes them special and understand how they live their Life in Bold. Today we're talking with Michelle Arno of @StudioMarno. We chat about our lucky underwear, the vibe of the new podcast, improv class, being the DIRECTOR OF PR at Maker's Mess, and the current state of Instagram...

Sammy Bina is a YouTube walker based in NYC (soon to be Seattle) and in today's episode, we chat all things YouTube Growth & Monetization. Sammy takes walks in different cities across the country, uploads the footage to YouTube, and uses YouTube data analytics to learn how to grow her reach and eventually wants to monetize her channel.  You can follow Sammy Bina @WhereTheLocalsRoam on Ins...

Denise Klerx is a full time hair and make up artist serving clients in the New York area. She is an expert at creating a great customer experience and getting new customers through Word of Mouth. In this episode, Denise speaks with host of the Side Hustle Divas, Ben Hawes, about how she gets clients to book her for her services. She gives many valuable tips that will help any side hustle diva grow...

Buckle up because we're laughing today with the Laughing Lovebugs! Ben Hawes interviews Lauren and Alik about how they started their Laughter Yoga business, and share their secrets to successful branding and marketing.  You can find Lauren and Alik @LaughingLovebugs or at www.laughinglovebugs.com You can find Ben (Host) at @hustlewithben or at www.benjaminhawes.com Please follow the show, rat...

In today's show, we've got Aylin Cabrera who is the founder of Tainable, an awesome online boutique where you can find lots of accessories for yourself or loved ones. We cover networking, building community, and making business connections as you find, start and grow your side hustle or small business.  You can find Aylin at @shoptainable or at shop-tainable.com You can find Ben (Host) at @hu...

The Side Hustle Divas Podcast is BACK! Ben brings in his good friend, Michelle Arno, to talk about monetizing creativity, passion, and artistic projects. Michelle (Marno) is a talented artist, podcast host, and entrepreneur, and we get deep and talk about the challenges of actually monetizing something as personal and sacred as your own art.  You can find Marno on Instagram, Tik Tok, and Yout...

Side Hustle Divas is back with Episode #6 and some are saying it's the best episode yet! We're chatting with creative entrepreneur Neal Ludevig, founder of Moon31 (and many other projects-- we'll get to it, don't worry). Ben and Neal discuss tips for getting started in entrepreneurship, how to turn your initial business ideas into more solidified offerings, and why REI is the best brand ever. Sit...

Today we get deep. We talk about putting out new work with confidence, releasing our fear of failure, and the importance of the feedback process in side hustles and creative projects. Michelle Arno is a California based artist, Etsy shop owner, YouTuber and Trixie Mattel fan. Hear her perspectives on her creative process. 

Today we discuss how to find your target client base with Kelly Moran, founder of Little Rebellion. Little Rebellion is a flat rate copywriting copywriting service for women owned brands based in Portland, Oregon. Kelly zeroed in on women entrepreneurs as her dream clients because she felt strongly that the existing structures for employment, business, and marketing agencies didn't serve women as...

Today we talk about how to balance multiple side hustles and how to know when you’ve got too much on your plate. Listen in & enjoy! Follow Aline: @achilles.pottery @linnys_kitties @alinexo09

In this episode, Mona Lipson (Ice Cream Expert) and Ben Hawes (Host) talk about the power of Community & Collaboration when it comes to side-hustles. Listen in to learn how to make Ice Cream and how to build a community around your side hustle.  Find Mona: @MissMonaMakesIceCream Find Ben: @therealbenhawes

In our premiere episode of Side Hustle Divas , we've got Michelle Arno of @MarnoArt talking about all things social media.  Please be sure to leave us a 5-star rating if you're feeling it and let us know your fave thing about the pod!  Subscribe for more episodes.  This episode originally aired on Instagram Live @ therealbenhawes