Best The Onward Project Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 3088 - Weekend Workshop: Look for Money Lying Under a Rock 8:16

14h ago8:16

8:16

This new segment is all about helping you learn the key steps to a new side hustle in 2025, one step or concept per week. It includes activities, examples, and more—and of course it’s all free. Today’s topic: how to look for money lying under a rock. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who …

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More Happier: Gretchen on Totally Booked with Zibby Owens 32:22

1d ago32:22

32:22

We bring you a conversation with my friend Zibby Owens on her podcast Totally Booked. Taped in front of a life studio audience, we discuss my new book, Secrets of Adulthood, the beauty of frameworks, and why you should label your next email "confidential." Resources & links related to this episode: Zibby Owens Totally Booked Get in touch: podcast@g…

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Ep. 3087 - Q&A: “Should I create a free course before launching a paid one?” 4:58

1d ago4:58

4:58

Is offering a free course before launching a paid one a smart strategy, or does it just attract freebie seekers? In this episode, we break down when a free course can boost sales—and when it’s just a distraction. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting thei…

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Red Country | Fun - Some Kind of Coward 3:03:48

2d ago3:03:48

3:03:48

Hey there folks, this week's episode wraps up Red Country! We see deep into the Dragons, and waaaaay more. Next week, we'll be reading THE WHOLE of Sharp Ends! Beyond that, please be sure to follow us or subscribe on your podcatcher of choice, and leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever. It goes a long way to helping the podcast grow. You c…

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Ep. 3086 - Q&A: “Should I monetize my free Facebook group?” 5:14

3d ago5:14

5:14

Can you turn a free Facebook group into a revenue stream without upsetting your members? In this episode, we explore ethical ways to monetize an engaged online community. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free g…

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Ep. 3085 - TBT: Print-on-Demand Store Crushes It Without Ads 6:41

4d ago6:41

6:41

In this week’s Throwback Thursday segment, see how a side hustler built a thriving print-on-demand business by tapping into ultra-specific niches—like “retired paramedic” mugs—without ever spending on ads. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. …

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Ep. 422: The Downside Of Deadlines & Grow Something 27:16

4d ago27:16

27:16

Liz and Sarah discuss the downside of being deadline driven. They love a deadline, but sometimes creative projects need more room to breathe than a deadline allows. In Take A Hike, Sarah suggests growing something. She’s taken up gardening, and it’s making her happier, healthier, and more productive! Then Liz gives herself a Hit for being a connect…

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Ep. 538: Set a Tripwire, Decide If You Need the Storage Unit & Do You Use that Gizmo? 31:16

4d ago31:16

31:16

We talk about why it can be helpful to set a tripwire for making a decision or moving forward. We also discuss a Secret of Adulthood that’s very relevant to the practice of keeping a storage unit (even one that’s not really needed), and a know-yourself-better question related to the use of gadgets and gizmos. Resources & links related to this episo…

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Ep. 3084 - STORY: Kiwi Coder Makes Extra $50,000/Year from Digital Paintbrushes 7:29

5d ago7:29

7:29

A New Zealand-based software developer puts her digital skills to artistic use by creating virtual lettering brushes for budding digital calligraphers. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and l…

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Ep. 3083 - Q&A: “Is a high-ticket offer the right move for my business?” 4:49

6d ago4:49

4:49

Would a high-ticket offer boost your business or drive away your customers? In this episode, we break down when (and how) to introduce a premium package without losing your audience. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show inc…

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Little Happier: Four Helpful “Secrets of Adulthood” for Parents 5:46

7d ago5:46

5:46

Becoming a parent can be one of the most transformative, and instructive, experiences of our lives. These four “Secrets of Adulthood” examine some of the most important lessons parenthood can teach us. Resources & links related to this episode: Open-door stage Secrets of Adulthood A version of this piece was originally published on the CNBC site. G…

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Ep. 3082 - First $1,000: Partners Turn Neglected Washers into Solid Profit 6:04

7d ago6:04

6:04

In this week’s First $1,000 segment, meet two friends who took the daring route of buying someone else’s failure—a laundromat on the brink of closing—and revived it with cost-efficient fixes and grassroots marketing. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting …

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Ep. 3081 - Weekend Workshop: Grow What Works, Let Go of What Doesn't 7:07

8d ago7:07

7:07

This new segment is all about helping you learn the key steps to a new side hustle in 2025, one step or concept per week. It includes activities, examples, and more—and of course it’s all free. Today’s topic: grow what works, let go of what doesn't. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who e…

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Ep. 3080 - Q&A: “Should you fight unfair refund requests or just move on?” 4:58

9d ago4:58

4:58

What do you do when a refund request doesn’t follow your policy? In this episode, we talk about how to protect your business while keeping customers happy—and when it’s smarter to just move on. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, t…

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More Happier: James Taylor, Unrealistic Expectations & Do You Love to Provision? 26:07

9d ago26:07

26:07

James Taylor and a new puppy are making us happier. We also explore the question of whether it’s common these days to have perhaps unrealistically high expectations from the people and organizations in our lives, from marriage to work to friendship. Plus we discuss an intriguing question: Do you love to "provision,” to stock up on essential items? …

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Red Country | Wrath of God - The Sleeping Partner 1:28:55

9d ago1:28:55

1:28:55

Hey there folks, this week's episode is a shorter one, covering the oddities that we missed last week due to a mic error! We hope you enjoy this little romp through some fun sections. Next week, we'll be finishing the book, starting with the chapter "Fun"! Beyond that, please be sure to follow us or subscribe on your podcatcher of choice, and leave…

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Ep. 3079 - Q&A: “How do I get featured in holiday gift guides?” 5:16

10d ago5:16

5:16

Holiday gift guides can bring a flood of new customers—but only if you get featured. In this episode, we’ll break down how to pitch your products to media outlets and when to start preparing. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the…

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Ep. 421: Priority Lists & Slow Starts 26:32

11d ago26:32

26:32

Liz and Sarah talk about why it’s useful to make a list of priorities. They made a project priority list during their recent Hive ‘25, and it’s helped them make important decisions. In Take A Hike, they discuss embracing a slow start to the morning. Sarah’s slow start includes a daily tour of her garden, and Liz can’t get going until she’s done all…

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Ep. 3078 - TBT: How ‘Pinspiration’ Became a Full-Time Hustle 7:31

11d ago7:31

7:31

In this week’s Throwback Thursday segment, find out how a lifestyle blogger ditched her old site and scaled up her Pinterest affiliate marketing into a full-time income. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free gu…

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Ep. 537: Create a Family “Familect,” Organize Your Apps & Listeners’ Great Secrets of Adulthood 30:36

12d ago30:36

30:36

We discuss the idea of the “familect” and why it might be fun to create a dictionary for our own familect. We also talk about a hack that makes it easier to use a smartphone, and we share dozens of listeners’ thought-provoking “Secrets of Adulthood.” Resources & links related to this episode: Order your copy of Secrets of Adulthood Join Secrets of …

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Ep. 3077 - STORY: Four Friends Create Conversations, Earn $400,000 in 8 Months 7:23

12d ago7:23

7:23

Dark winter days were no match for four Dutch friends looking to spark meaningful conversations. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: SideHus…

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Ep. 3076 - Q&A: “Should I add a live chat feature to my website?” 4:45

13d ago4:45

4:45

Does adding live chat to your website actually help sales, or does it just create more work? In this episode, we explore the pros and cons of live chat and whether it’s right for your business. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, t…

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Little Happier: Some Words from Winston Churchill—Among Other Things, He Was a Terrific Writer 8:36

14d ago8:36

8:36

Winston Churchill was an extraordinary presence on the world stage, and among his strengths, he had a tremendous gift with words. Here are just a few of the powerful, insightful, or hilarious observations he made. Resources & links related to this episode: Secrets of Adulthood Forty Ways to Look at Winston Churchill Episode of “A Little Happier on …

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Ep. 3075 - First $1,000: Marketing Pro Builds GPT Bots—No Code Needed 5:52

14d ago5:52

5:52

In this week’s First $1,000 segment, discover how one resourceful marketer built a thriving custom GPT chatbot service—despite having zero programming experience. Tune in to learn how they landed their earliest clients, structured their pricing, and scaled up without writing a single line of code. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY…

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Ep. 3074 - Weekend Workshop: Measure What Matters 8:17

15d ago8:17

8:17

This new segment is all about helping you learn the key steps to a new side hustle in 2025, one step or concept per week. It includes activities, examples, and more—and of course it’s all free. Today’s topic: measuring what matters. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money w…

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Ep. 3073 - Q&A: “What’s the purpose of more than one business bank account?” 5:35

16d ago5:35

5:35

Should you have more than one business bank account, or is that just extra complexity? In this episode, we break down why multiple accounts can help you manage cash flow, pay yourself better, and build long-term financial stability. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money w…

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More Happier: Parenting Roundtable with Dr. Becky and Samantha Bee 42:16

16d ago42:16

42:16

The Roundtable Series tackles the subject of parenthood. With parenting expert Dr. Becky Kennedy and comedian Samantha Bee, we discuss the most helpful lessons we’ve learned, big challenges we’ve faced, the anxieties that we sometimes feel as parents, and more. Resources & links related to this episode: Dr. Becky Kennedy Samantha Bee Get in touch: …

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