Travis Makes Money

In this episode, host Travis Chappell sits down with Seth Silvers, founder and CEO of Story On, one of the premier podcast production agencies helping businesses build authority through storytelling. Seth and his team work with top-tier creators and brands—including Alex Hormozi, Leila Hormozi, and Patrick Lencioni—and support numerous Top 100 business podcasts. Seth shares his journey from taking...

In this solo episode, Travis Chappell breaks down what he’d do differently if he had to start over in business—and why the biggest wins often come from simply doing more of what already works. He shares real stories from his journey with podcasting, live events, and course sales to show how easy it is to walk away from winning plays too early and leave money and impact on the table. On this episod...

In this casual, live-recorded studio episode, Travis is joined by his producer Eric for an unfiltered conversation sparked by a clip from The Iced Coffee Hour and host Graham Stephan. What starts as light banter quickly turns into a surprisingly thoughtful breakdown of tipping culture, customer experience, and how social pressure has quietly reshaped the way we spend money. On this episode of Trav...

Lacey Newman is a top 1% luxury listing agent, leader of Elevated Living Advisory at Compass, and host of the Emmy-nominated, Telly Award–winning TV show The American Dream. After burning out early in her career and nearly leaving real estate altogether, Lacey rebuilt her business from the ground up—ultimately growing a multi–seven-figure real estate team. Today, Lacey Newman coaches agents on how...

After releasing over 1,500 podcast episodes and interviewing more than 1,000 entrepreneurs, creators, and thinkers, Travis Chappell takes a step back for a solo episode—sharing what he would stop doing immediately if he had to start over. On this episode of Travis Makes Money, Travis gets candid about the habits and decisions that cost him years of progress, hundreds of thousands in missed opportu...

In this episode, Travis sits down with his friend Eric for a candid, behind-the-scenes conversation about preparation, confidence, and showing up at your best—whether you’re hosting a podcast, pitching a deal, or stepping on stage. Eric brings thoughtful insight and humor as they unpack Travis’s journey from scripted interviews to confident conversations, including lessons learned from interviewin...

Ryan D. Lee is the founder of Wealth Outside Wall Street and co-creator of the Passive Income Machine. After watching his 401k get crushed in the 2008 market crash, Ryan walked away from traditional investing and built financial freedom in under 10 years using alternative assets—primarily turnkey single-family real estate. Through Money Mastery, Ryan has helped thousands of everyday investors plac...

In this solo episode, Travis goes deep on one of the most overlooked drivers of success, confidence, and connection: self-respect. Drawing from research on loneliness, relationships, and human behavior—as well as hard-earned personal experience—Travis breaks down why the foundation of wealth, strong relationships, and fulfillment starts with the relationship you have with yourself. If you’ve ever...

In this co-hosted episode, Travis Chappell and producer Eric dive into why treating a small audience like a massive one is the fastest way to long-term success. From Gary Vee’s iconic “1 > 0” philosophy to Markiplier’s creator journey, they unpack what it really means to respect people’s attention, stop chasing vanity metrics, and show up consistently — even when the views feel small. This episode...

Ashley Brock is the founder and CEO of Paid Ads Academy, a leading cross-platform advertising training program that helps entrepreneurs keep ads in-house and scale sustainably. With over a decade of experience managing more than $200M in ad spend for brands like Dollar Tree, Revlon, and Thumbtack, Ashley has built a seven-figure company and recently crossed the eight-figure mark in total sales. In...

In this solo episode, Travis Chappell breaks down why most people aren’t actually lost — they’re just distracted. Drawing from over 1,500 podcast episodes, hundreds of guest appearances, and years of studying high performers, Travis shares hard-earned lessons on focus, responsibility, and building momentum in a noisy world. This episode is a straight-talk deep dive into why focus is the new superp...

Travis Chappell and producer Eric break down YouTuber Markiplier's self-financed horror film Iron Lung, which grossed over $20M (7x its $3M budget) and topped box office charts—without Hollywood backing. Their casual chat celebrates indie success while roasting studio "slop," low actor pay, and why creators with audiences have a massive edge. On this episode we talk about: Iron Lung's unicorn succ...

Neil Patel is the co-founder of NP Digital, a New York Times bestselling author, and one of the most influential marketers in the world. Recognized by The Wall Street Journal as a top web influencer and named a Top 100 Entrepreneur by President Obama and the United Nations, Neil has spent decades building software companies, agencies, and media brands. In this episode, Neil shares how he made his...

Travis Chappell breaks down why time is the most valuable asset you have and how treating it that way can radically change your income and lifestyle. In this solo episode, he shares the mindset shifts and investments that helped him go from door-to-door sales to full-time online entrepreneur and podcaster.​ On this episode we talk about: Why time is more important than money (and how your actions...

Eric, producer of the Travis Makes Money podcast, joins Travis in studio to break down how creator-led films are disrupting Hollywood’s old guard. He shares firsthand impressions from seeing YouTuber Markiplier’s horror film Iron Lung, highlighting why this low-budget, creator-driven project is such a big win for filmmakers, investors, and content creators looking to turn attention into real reven...

Anne Cocquyt is a Silicon Valley operator, educator, and bestselling startup author who helps founders turn ideas into real businesses—fast. She’s the Founder & CEO of The Guild and The Guild Studio, an award-winning instructor at UC Berkeley, and a trusted advisor to accelerators around the world. In this episode, Anne breaks down how “vibe coding” and AI-powered tools are radically changing entr...

This episode is a solo deep dive with Travis, host of Travis Makes Money, breaking down how motivational interviewing—a communication method created by psychologists William R. Miller and Stephen Rollnick—can become a powerful tool for persuasion in business, sales, leadership, and personal growth. He shares personal stories, research-backed examples, and practical scripts that show how shifting f...

On this episode, Travis and his producer Eric riff through classic quotes from figures like Ben Franklin, Thomas Edison, Jim Rohn, Epictetus, and even the Joker’s mom, using each line as a launchpad to talk about money, time, self-education, and what opportunity really looks like in real life. They blend humor, movie references, and personal stories to challenge conventional wisdom and show why re...

Ian Stanley is a veteran online entrepreneur and one of the most respected email copywriters in the game. He built his reputation writing copy that has generated millions in sales, then used that skill to create a lifestyle business that funds his love for travel and stand-up comedy. In this episode, Ian breaks down how he went from broke college kid clicking on sketchy “make money online” offers...

In this solo episode, Travis shares hard-won lessons from Paulo Coelho’s classic book The Alchemist and connects them to entrepreneurship, parenting, and the journey of building a meaningful life and business. He distills years of publishing over 1,500 podcast episodes, reading 200+ books, and countless hours of listening into a focused breakdown of why the adventure—not the outcome—is what truly...

Travis Chappell and producer Eric dive into whether "being good with money" can actually trap you in poverty by over-prioritizing frugality over life enjoyment. They debate Dave Ramsey-style saving vs. smart risks, using real stories like driving cars into the ground and delaying dream purchases until it's too late. On this episode we talk about: Trading mental health for frugality—driving 260k-mi...

Ashley Herd is the founder of Manager Method, former Head of HR North America at McKinsey & Company, national keynote speaker, top 10 business podcast host, and a LinkedIn Top Voice who has trained over 250,000 managers. With a background that spans law, HR, and corporate leadership across global companies like McKinsey and Yum! Brands, Ashley brings a rare blend of practical wisdom and real-world...

Travis Chappell delivers a solo masterclass on gaining influence—the essential skill for entrepreneurs, networkers, and anyone looking to close more deals or build authority. Drawing from Robert Cialdini's Influence, his podcast booking agency that hit $1M in 8 months, and years of relationship-building, Travis shares three proven paths to become undeniably influential without gimmicks or scams. O...

Travis Chappell teams up with his longtime friend and collaborator Eric for a fun, unfiltered episode of the Travis Makes Money podcast. Eric reads provocative quotes from thinkers like Naval Ravikant and Benjamin Franklin, challenging Travis to agree or disagree with context from his own life and business journey. Packed with laughs, banter, and real talk on fame, education, saving vs. earning, a...

Mikey Margolin is the founder of Etho Wellness Club, a social platform that's thrown 33 wellness events in Las Vegas in just eight months, drawing thousands with cold plunges, saunas, movement, music, and brand partners like Ever Bowl. Growing up in Vegas' party culture, he left a sports betting job to build healthier social spaces after battling drugs, alcohol, and gambling personally. Now he's c...