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Travis Makes Money

Travis Chappell

You can"t save your way to your dream life anymore. The truth is, you’re gonna need to learn to make more money. The Travis Makes Money Podcast is not your typical personal finance show. Rather than shaming you for buying a Starbucks coffee or pressuring you to become a billionaire, we focus on empowering you to make more money so you can enjoy life today while preparing for your future. You don’t have to cut back so much that you miss out on the present, and you don’t need to become the next Jeff

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22:46

CO-HOST | Make Money Without Selling Your Values

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2026/10/05

Travis and producer Eric continue their conversation about the allegations surrounding Life Surge and the broader questions raised by celebrity endorsements and high-ticket business opportunities. They discuss how much responsibility public figures should take when lending their names and credibility to products, companies, or events they may not fully understand. Travis also explains why he believes mixing religious authority with aggressive business sales can become especially problematic, while

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29:56

INTERVIEW | Make Money by Building Systems That...

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2026/10/05

Ben Meer is a writer, speaker, coach, and the “Systems Guy.” His weekly newsletter, System Sunday, reaches more than 250,000 subscribers, and his social media following has grown to more than two million people. He also coaches founders and CEOs on productivity, systems thinking, and intentional living. A former management consultant with an MBA from Cornell University, Ben is the author of How to Be Good at Life: Simple Systems to Achieve More and Stress Less, where he explores how simple,

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21:35

CO-HOST | Make Money Without Falling for Predatory...

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2026/10/04

Travis and producer Eric take a closer look at allegations surrounding Life Surge, a Christian wealth-building seminar company that has faced scrutiny over its sales practices and high-ticket financial education programs. Using reporting and testimony discussed on the show, they break down how low-cost events can lead into increasingly expensive offers, including programs allegedly costing tens of thousands of dollars and financed through credit cards, loans, and home equity. Travis also shares his

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35:34

INTERVIEW | Make Money by Caring for Your People Like...

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2026/10/04

Bob Chapman is the CEO of Barry-Wehmiller, a $4 billion global capital equipment company and author ofEverybody Matters: The Extraordinary Power of Caring for Your People Like Family. Over his 50-year leadership journey, Bob transformed a struggling $20 million family business into a multibillion-dollar enterprise using a blend of sound business design, creative acquisitions, and a culture of truly human leadership. His work proves that success and compassion aren’t opposites—they’re partners.On

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25:07

CO-HOST | Make Money by Doing the Work, Not Chasing...

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2026/10/03

Travis and producer Eric break down a powerful message from filmmaker Ava DuVernay about desperation, mentorship, networking, and the importance of focusing on your own work. They discuss why constantly asking people for coffee, mentorship, introductions, or favors can become a distraction from actually building something—and how consistent action and progress can naturally attract the right people into your life. Travis shares his own approach to pitching podcast guests and explains why continuing

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25:46

INTERVIEW | Make Money by Avoiding Speculation with...

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2026/10/03

Mark Matson is the bestselling author ofExperiencing the American Dream: How to Invest Your Time, Energy, and Money to Create an Extraordinary Life, and founder of Matson Money, a firm managing over $12 billion in assets. Known for making Nobel Prize–winning investment science accessible to everyday families, Mark has spent decades teaching people how to invest prudently, avoid speculation, and build wealth that serves a greater purpose. On this episode we talk about: Why most financial advice

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24:17

CO-HOST | Make Money or Look Max? Inside the $5,000...

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2026/10/02

In this episode of the Travis Makes Money Podcast, Travis and producer Eric jump from true crime and bizarre prison stories to the increasingly popular world of “looksmaxxing.” They break down a $5,000, seven-day “Camp LooksMax” program offering mentorship, grooming advice, social and dating coaching, and confidence-building exercises. Along the way, they debate whether appearance can really transform a person's dating life, question the value of paying thousands of dollars for this kind of program,

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28:41

INTERVIEW | Make Money with Toxic Grit, feat. Amanda...

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2026/10/02

Amanda Goetz is a two-time founder, four-time CMO, and single mom of three who’s helping ambitious people redefine what “having it all” actually looks like. She inspires over 150,000 readers each week through her Life’s a Game newsletter and her new book,Toxic Grit: How to Have It All and Actually Love What You Have. In this conversation, Amanda shares a grounded, intentional approach to ambition—one that makes space for work, relationships, and personal growth without burning out. On this episode

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23:59

CO-HOST | Make Money Without Losing It: The Hidden...

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2026/10/01

In this episode, Travis and producer Eric take a deep dive into the growing world of online gambling and the controversy surrounding how gambling platforms use customer data. They discuss reporting on DraftKings' promotional practices, the use of machine learning to identify customers likely to spend more, the challenges of regulating addictive products, and where personal responsibility and corporate responsibility intersect. Travis also shares practical advice for anyone who chooses to gamble,

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26:15

INTERVIEW | Make Money with Pet Products, feat. Elina...

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2026/10/01

In this episode of the Travis Makes Money podcast, Travis Chappell sits down with Elina Panteleyeva, the founder of Dood Woof, a thriving seven-figure brand for doodle dog breeds. Elina shares her inspiring journey from being laid off to building a successful business in just 15 months, all without a team or prior e-commerce experience. Tune in to discover how Elina's entrepreneurial spirit and innovative approach have helped her create products that doodle owners love. Connect with Elina: -

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22:46

CO-HOST | Make Money by Ignoring the Outrage Machine

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2026/09/30

In the second part of this discussion, Travis and Eric unpack the strange intersection of celebrity brands, influencer marketing, social-media outrage, and sports betting. They discuss why some celebrity campaigns succeed while others create backlash, how outrage has become a business model for creators, and why consumers have more power than they realize simply by choosing what they engage with. They also explore the rapid growth of sports betting advertising and the potential consequences of

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21:11

INTERVIEW | Make Money by Selling Leather Bags with...

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2026/09/30

Dave Munson is the founder of Saddleback Leather Company, a brand known for building rugged, overbuilt leather bags designed to last 100 years. What started in a small Mexican leather shop grew into a globally recognized business with collaborations alongside Toyota and Martin Guitar. Beyond business, Dave and his wife Suzette also leadLove 41, a nonprofit supporting communities in Rwanda, Mexico, and Texas. His adventurous life has included escaping an assassin, surviving danger in Mexico, and

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19:49

CO-HOST | Make Money by Marketing to the Right Audience

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2026/09/29

Travis and producer Eric are back in the studio for a conversation about celebrity brands, marketing strategy, and what happens when a product’s positioning doesn’t match the audience it’s trying to reach. Using Sydney Sweeney’s lingerie brand, Siren, as a case study, they discuss the importance of understanding your customer, creating marketing that speaks directly to the people who will actually buy, and why one failed product doesn’t necessarily mean a brand has lost its ability to succeed.On

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25:00

INTERVIEW | Make Money by Making Better Decisions...

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2026/09/29

Dr. Ricardo Valerdi is an engineer, social entrepreneur, sports scientist, and engineering professor at the University of Arizona who specializes in helping teams think clearly and make confident decisions. His work has helped organizations including SpaceX, the U.S. Army, Major League Baseball, and the NCAA, while his nonprofit Science of Sport has used sports to make STEM education more engaging for more than 700,000 students. Ricardo joins Travis to explore the intersection of data, intuition,

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27:53

CO-HOST | Make Money by Changing Your Identity

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2026/09/19

In this clip from Travis Chappell’s appearance on the Truth About Addiction Podcast, Travis explores how changing your identity can create lasting changes in your habits, health, and life. He shares his own journey from identifying as someone who hated reading to becoming a consistent reader, and from thinking of himself as an athlete to adopting the broader identity of someone who prioritizes a healthy lifestyle. The conversation also dives into nutrition, sustainable weight loss, calorie tracking,

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24:10

INTERVIEW | Make Money by Turning Everyday Problems...

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2026/09/19

David Frankel is an inventor, entrepreneur, business owner, networking host, and podcaster who has built a career around sales, innovation, and solving problems. From starting as a teenage dishwasher to becoming a top-performing sales leader, opening his own offices, and eventually inventing the Perky Collar, David has continually reinvented himself throughout his career. His Perky Collar product has sold more than 35,000 units, reached over 366 stores, and generated $1.8 million in lifetime sales

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22:11

CO-HOST | Make Money, Find Purpose, and Let People In

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2026/09/18

In this episode ofTravis Makes Money, we’re sharing a powerful clip from Travis Chappell’s appearance on theModern Warriorpodcast with Gavin Minin. Travis opens up about how facing a cancer diagnosis forced him to step back and reconsider his perspective on struggle, purpose, work, family, and relationships. He explains why a problem-free life isn’t necessarily the goal, how hardship can create a fresh perspective, and why finding meaning in your work can be just as important as finding meaning in

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23:29

INTERVIEW | Make Money by Making Better Decisions in...

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2026/09/18

Cornelia Choe is an international leadership expert, global keynote speaker, and Thinkers50 Radar honoree who has advised hundreds of CEOs and senior leaders across five continents. A Georgetown University and Harvard Kennedy School graduate, Cornelia has worked in private equity at Morgan Stanley and other institutions, supporting leadership teams across Asia, Europe, and North America. Fluent in three languages and having lived in 11 different places, she brings a uniquely global perspective to

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19:19

CO-HOST | Make Money by Meeting Your Heroes

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2026/09/17

In this episode of Travis Makes Money, we’re sharing a clip from Travis Chappell’s appearance on the Vegas Voices podcast, where he breaks down how he has landed interviews with high-profile guests like Shaquille O’Neal, John Maxwell, Michael Hyatt, Grant Cardone, and Rob Dyrdek—even before his podcast had a massive audience. Travis explains why consistent outreach, starting with attainable guests, and building credibility within a specific industry can open doors to people you never thought would

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23:22

INTERVIEW | Make Money by Turning Your Expertise Into...

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2026/09/17

Bradley Jacobs is the founder and CEO of MyLance, an AI-powered LinkedIn content platform helping B2B founders, fractional executives, and independent consultants win customers through authentic content. Before founding MyLance, Bradley spent four years as an early operator at Uber, working across Rides, Eats, and Freight and helping launch Uber Eats in Miami and Milan. After Uber, he built a $25K-per-month part-time fractional COO practice while experimenting with multiple business ideas. Along the

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