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Hacks and Hobbies with Junaid Ahmed

This is more than a podcast — it’s a space for dreamers, builders, and creators who believe that passions aren’t just pastimes… they’re the seeds of purpose and profit. Each episode uncovers real stories, practical strategies, and powerful lessons to help you build confidence, authority, and success. From hobbies to business breakthroughs, discover how your passion can become your purpose — and your legacy. 🎙 Wanna be a guest? Apply on PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/member/hacksandhobbies 📖

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23:07

The Villain Who Hacked Social Media – Dark Growth,...

Hacks and Hobbies with Junaid Ahmed ·

2025/12/22

What if the algorithms you’re trying to “beat” were quietly rewiring who you become as a creator?In this episode, Junaid sits down with Tim O’Hearn, software engineer, growth strategist, and author of Framed: A Villain’s Perspective on Social Media. Tim has lived on both sides of the screen: he’s built persuasive recommendation systems and broken the rules to generate millions of followers for clients. Together they uncover how modern platforms shape culture, push creators toward extremes, and

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28:03

The $500K Instagram Underworld, Growth Hacking, and...

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2025/12/17

What if the people promising you “10k followers in 30 days” are telling the truth – but hiding the real cost?In this episode, former quantitative finance engineer turned growth hacker Tim O’Hearn pulls back the curtain on the hidden Instagram underworld that helped him build a $500k side hustle. From DJs in New York nightlife to spam-at-scale and exploiting weak platform limits, Tim reveals how growth really happens behind the scenes – and why the line between optimization and manipulation is

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38:53

From Heart Attack & Bankruptcy to “Prosperity Flow” –...

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2025/12/15

What if your biggest breakthroughs come from the moments you think your life is falling apart?In this deeply honest and spiritual conversation, Alex Moses – an entrepreneur who’s built empires, lost everything, survived a stroke and a heart attack, and come back stronger – shares the philosophy he calls “Prosperity Flow.” This isn’t about hustling harder, manifesting more, or playing the fake “law of attraction” game. It’s about learning to trust the path in front of you, release the obsession

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15:34

From Immigrant Hustler to Millionaire — The Collapse,...

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2025/12/10

What if losing everything is what it takes to find true happiness?In this gripping episode, host Junaid Ahmed delves into the extraordinary story of Alex Moses—a man who went from broke and alone in a foreign country to working with Steve Jobs and selling companies for hundreds of millions. But when it all crumbled, Alex discovered a deeper truth about success, loss, and meaning. Hear never-before-shared insights about resilience, the illusions of “right timing,” and the real lessons hiding

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00:22:51

Building Authority with Podcasts—The Secrets Lawyers...

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2025/12/09

Could your voice become your most valuable asset?In this episode, Dennis Meador—visionary behind The Legal Podcast Network—reveals how podcasting is no longer a side hobby but an essential tool for professionals seeking authority, growth, and lasting credibility. With signature candor and a strategic eye, Dennis uncovers why execution matters more than ideas, how content breeds influence, and the untapped power of storytelling for business development. Discover why “a million-dollar idea is nothing

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28:10

How Dennis Meador Built Trust & Authority for...

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2025/12/09

What if one strategic move could make you internet-famous in your field and keep delivering clients for years to come? In this episode, Junaid Ahmed dives into the mind of Dennis Meador, founder and CEO of the Legal Podcast Network, master marketer, and the creative force turning podcasts into branding engines for lawyers and white-collar professionals. Relentlessly curious and refreshingly honest, Dennis shares the lessons, scars, and breakthroughs from 30 years in marketing. Discover why he

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24:21

Building Authority with Podcasts—The Secrets Lawyers...

Hacks and Hobbies with Junaid Ahmed ·

2025/12/09

Could your voice become your most valuable asset?In this episode, Dennis Meador—visionary behind The Legal Podcast Network—reveals how podcasting is no longer a side hobby but an essential tool for professionals seeking authority, growth, and lasting credibility. With signature candor and a strategic eye, Dennis uncovers why execution matters more than ideas, how content breeds influence, and the untapped power of storytelling for business development. Discover why “a million-dollar idea is

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00:26:40

How Dennis Meador Built Trust & Authority for...

Hacks and Hobbies with Junaid Ahmed ·

2025/12/04

What if one strategic move could make you internet-famous in your field and keep delivering clients for years to come?In this episode, Junaid Ahmed dives into the mind of Dennis Meador, founder and CEO of the Legal Podcast Network, master marketer, and the creative force turning podcasts into branding engines for lawyers and white-collar professionals. Relentlessly curious and refreshingly honest, Dennis shares the lessons, scars, and breakthroughs from 30 years in marketing. Discover why he walked

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00:13:47

From Venezuelan Survival to Wall Street Disruptor—The...

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2025/12/02

Can you escape the “American Trap”—turning lifelong struggle into lasting wealth?In this episode, Sebastian Uzcategui reveals the transformational journey that led him from hardship in Venezuela to global stages and the creation of a financial learning revolution. Sebastian, founder of Stocks University and United Nations speaker, throws out the old rulebook. We dive deep into why traditional pathways to success keep so many locked out, why financial education is rigged, and how he’s opening the

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15:18

From Venezuelan Survival to Wall Street Disruptor—The...

Hacks and Hobbies with Junaid Ahmed ·

2025/12/02

Can you escape the “American Trap”—turning lifelong struggle into lasting wealth? In this episode, Sebastian Uzcategui reveals the transformational journey that led him from hardship in Venezuela to global stages and the creation of a financial learning revolution. Sebastian, founder of Stocks University and United Nations speaker, throws out the old rulebook. We dive deep into why traditional pathways to success keep so many locked out, why financial education is rigged, and how he’s opening the

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00:26:43

Creating Unforgettable Events—How Jazz, Failure, and...

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2025/11/27

What if the worst night of your life became the spark behind your greatest impact?In this episode, Junaid Ahmed sits down with Phil Mershon—jazz musician, event designer, and author of “Unforgettable”—to break down the art of building events people remember for a lifetime.Phil reveals his personal story of stepping onstage and falling short—then using years of practice (and a near-disaster) to fuel a revolution in how we think about experiences. Discover the science, emotion, and strategy behind

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00:20:49

Phil Mershon (Social Media Examiner) — The Secrets...

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2025/11/25

What makes an event not just memorable—but transformative? In this episode, Phil Mershon, acclaimed Director of Experience at Social Media Examiner and author of "Unforgettable," pulls back the curtain on the art and science of creating experiences that linger long after the final applause.What if you could orchestrate events that people talk about for years, bond over for a lifetime, and that even change the course of careers? Phil’s journey from jazz saxophonist to global event architect

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00:25:33

Cash Flow Mike Milan: The State Trooper Who Unlocks...

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2025/11/20

Bold, emotional, and brutally honest—this episode rips back the curtain on business advice and coaching. Hosted by Junaid Ahmed, "The Diary of a CEO" welcomes Mike Milan—known as “Cash Flow Mike”—who reveals the untold story behind his journey from state trooper to financial motivator. Why do so many entrepreneurs ignore solid advice? What makes some finally take action? This episode is as much about emotional transformation as it is about balance sheets.Mike shares his revolutionary "Elevation

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00:17:25

Unlocking Hidden Cash: Cash Flow Mike Reveals Secrets...

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2025/11/18

Are you unknowingly bleeding cash from your business? In this episode, Junaid Ahmed sits down with Mike Milan, famously known as “Cash Flow Mike”—the coach who’s helped over 25,000 business owners uncover $150 million in hidden cash. Discover why most entrepreneurs fly blind with their finances, and how a simple, actionable framework can radically transform your business life. Mike opens up about his journey from state trooper to financial educator, the toughest cash flow lessons from the trenches,

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00:16:43

Unlocking Sales Success: Howard Wolpoff on Building...

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2025/11/13

What if mastering sales was less about scripts—and more about psychology, habits, and building lasting systems?In this electrifying, curiosity-driven conversation, Matt Raad sits down with renowned sales coach Howard Wolpoff, who reveals why confidence—not pressure—powers high-performing teams. From escaping the clutches of toxic micromanagement to the overlooked magic of CRMs, discover not just strategies, but the deeply human stories behind sales that stick. Walk away ready to transform your

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00:22:22

The Sales Coach Who Turns Hesitation into High...

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2025/11/11

So many of us are thrown into the deep end of sales, armed with nothing but a phone, a quota, and a sense of dread. But what if everything you knew about selling—and leading—was wrong?In this episode, Junaid Ahmed sits down with veteran sales and leadership coach Howard Wolpoff, who reveals how he transforms struggling teams and uncertain professionals into confident, high-performing closers. From cold calls and door-to-door rejections to masterminding sales breakthroughs across industries, Howard’s

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00:24:26

Aurora Winter on Book-Borne Wealth, Brand Building &...

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2025/11/06

Could your next book be the spark for seven-figure success?Meet Aurora Winter, bestselling author, publisher, and master of turning words into wealth, as she unpacks the secrets behind building authority, attracting premium clients, and multiplying income—all from the written word. In this episode, Aurora reveals actionable strategies—from “show me the money” mindset to leveraging books for brand-building, speaking gigs, and alternative revenue streams that most authors overlook. With stories of

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00:29:37

Silicon Valley to Hollywood – How Storytelling and...

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2025/11/04

What if the path to real influence wasn't about shouting the loudest, but about mastering your story?In this episode, best-selling author, publishing mentor, and entrepreneur Aurora Winter shares the powerful journey from childhood inspiration to helping leaders craft bestselling books and unforgettable brands. With raw honesty and actionable wisdom, Aurora breaks down the costly mistakes most aspiring authors make, reveals the invisible structures behind magnetic stories, and offers a blueprint

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00:37:57

How a Corporate Leader Reinvented Himself—Building a...

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2025/10/30

Have you ever felt the itch to leave it all behind and create a life on your own terms?In today’s episode, Jerry Dugan reveals the honest, often messy truth behind walking away from a secure corporate role to chase a creative dream—becoming a full-time voiceover artist. From risking it all on gig platforms to navigating the loneliness of entrepreneurship and mastering the art of authentic storytelling, Jerry shares every raw milestone, failure, and hidden lesson.Curiosity, hustle, and emotional

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00:30:25

From Corporate Chains to Creative Freedom—The...

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2025/10/28

How far would you go to reclaim your life?In this transformative, heart-on-sleeve interview, Jerry Dugan peels back the curtain on his bold escape from corporate leadership into the uncertain but exhilarating world of creative entrepreneurship. With raw honesty, Jerry shares the moment he realized success was a golden cage, how his family catalyzed his leap, and why reinventing yourself demands both courage and vulnerability. If you’ve ever questioned the path you’re on, this episode is for you.What

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