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| Are Online Courses a Scam? DS640 | 26 Oct 2026 | 00:35:02 | |
I talk about online courses, what makes them useful or questionable, and how creators earn money. Then, I get off track and rant about AI and slop. Chapters
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| AI in Action. Real Life in a Marketing Agency | Chris Panteli | DS639 | 19 Oct 2026 | 00:50:40 | |
I chat with Chris Pantelli, the founder of Linkify and Total Authority, about using AI inside a business.
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| Real Passive Income | DS638 | 12 Oct 2026 | 00:41:25 | |
I talk about what real passive income, and a few things that aren't. It's just my opinion, of course, and not financial, legal, or tax advice. Then, I talk about my stand up comedy class. Contact me. Ask Questions! Send me an email here: Leave a voicemail: (406) 813-0613 Chapters
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| Personal Finance for Entrepreneurs | Elliott Zelinskas | DS637 | 05 Oct 2026 | 00:24:43 | |
Elliott and I geek out on personal finance, saving, and early retirement. Not financial or legal advice, talk to professionals. Connect with Elliott Zelinskas Contact me. Ask Questions!
00:00 Personal Finance Kickoff 01:06 Early Money Lessons 03:53 First Investing Wins 07:29 Accounts and Simple Portfolio 10:22 Work Versus Jobbing 17:03 Spending Money Struggles Chapters
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| AI + SaaS Success & Online Business in 2026 | Elliot Zelinskas | DS636 | 28 Sep 2026 | 00:29:35 | |
Elliott joins me for an update on 2026 and why it’s never been a better time to build an online business. He was the guest on episode 610 and things have been going great. Connect with Elliott Zelinskas Contact me. Ask Questions!
00:00 Welcome Back Elliot 00:51 From Teacher to Builder 02:35 Career Products Framework 04:39 Focus and Revenue Milestones 07:48 Churn and Market Demand 12:31 Marketing Channels That Work 20:09 Start Simple With AI 24:17 Own Your Platform and Next Steps | |||
| AI experiments & WP Migration | DS635 | 21 Sep 2026 | 00:34:13 | |
I talk about an AI project I might work on, upcoming episodes, and the silliness of getting rich quickly. Contact me. Ask Questions!
00:00 Show Updates Intro 00:34 AI Curiosity and Burnout 02:08 Elliot Interview Preview 03:28 Chris Linkify and PR 04:51 AI Tools and Data Limits 09:40 Ditching WordPress Plans 21:21 Amazon Influencer Callout 25:12 Anti Spam AI Video Wrap | |||
| Financial Independence Retire Early [FIRE] for Entrepreneurs | DS634 | 14 Sep 2026 | 00:53:40 | |
I talk to Ben, a successful entrepreneur with a SaaS making about $20k+ per month, about how my wife and I retired early. Check out the last episode with Ben if you missed it. Disclaimer: None of the content is advice for Ben or you or anyone. These are just stories. So go to your own professionals for advice if needed. Connect with Ben BozzayDNS Filtering / Device Management company: https://www.techlockdown.com/ iPhone monitoring app for parents: https://livingroomapp.com/
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00:00 Intro: FIRE & Entrepreneurship 02:29 The 4 Percent Rule 05:03 Track Spending Basics 09:07 Accounts Taxes and Exits 29:40 Selling Your Agency 35:44 Valuation and Multiples 41:35 Housing Plans and Mortgages 48:09 Retirement Number and Wrap Up | |||
| $20k MRR Saas - Side Hustle to Full-Time Success | DS633 | 07 Sep 2026 | 01:05:40 | |
I talk to Ben Bozzay, founder of Tech Lockdown, and co-founder of LivingRoom, and his Saas journey. He started dabbling early, and even found his early success with content websites. We get into a ton of details and Ben shares a lot about his journey. Connect with Ben Bozzay DNS Filtering / Device Management company: https://www.techlockdown.com/ iPhone monitoring app for parents: https://livingroomapp.com/
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00:00 Intro 01:13 MRR and Products 06:11 Early Hustles and College 16:59 SEO Freelancing to Cybersecurity 28:24 Corporate Success Unhappy 31:11 COVID Habits Side Project 36:14 Paid Membership Layoff Leap 49:58 AI Copycats Growth Wrap | |||
| What I actually Use AI to do | DS632 | 31 Aug 2026 | 00:33:28 | |
So what do I actually use AI for? Only a couple things. I’m way to skeptical to accept advice based on morons from reddit. However, you can obviously focus on things that AI can do well. Have suggestions about what I can vibe code?We’re talking a personal tool, not a saas or anything like that. If you have an idea, please let me know. Contact me. Ask Questions!
00:00 AI Skeptic Origins 02:52 Tool Not Crutch 03:55 Writing Aid Workflows 09:49 Debate Partner Pitfalls 17:03 Summaries And Organization 21:33 Learning And Project Planning 26:13 Personal Tools And Amp Update | |||
| Finishing Projects | DS631 | 24 Aug 2026 | 00:32:44 | |
I talk about finishing projects and dealing with distractions.
00:00 Welcome and Productivity Theme 00:23 Guitar Goals and Distractions 02:08 Business Focus Analogy 04:50 Finishing Projects Mindset 09:43 Clarify Goals and Cut Options 15:56 Define Done Exit Criteria 20:54 Amp Mishaps and Wrap Up | |||
| Teaching AI on YouTube | DS630 | 17 Aug 2026 | 00:33:40 | |
I talk to Paul about how he covers AI and teaches on his youtube channel. Follow Paul:
00:00 Welcome and AI Focus 01:18 Skepticism and AI Hype 02:56 Data Poisoning Amp Story 07:35 AI YouTube Saturation Myth 11:41 Tracking News with X Agents 17:25 Titles Formats and Viewing Habits 24:02 Bubble Talk Vibe Coding Wrap | |||
| The Art of Pivoting (to 450K Subscribers on YT) | DS629 | 10 Aug 2026 | 00:38:54 | |
I talk to Paul Lipsky about pivoting his channel on YouTube and growing like crazy! It’s part one of two. Next time we talk about AI specifically. Follow Paul:
00:00 Meet Paul and the Pivot 03:23 From Ecommerce to AI 10:10 AI Aha and Tool Choices 14:15 Monetization and Topic Strategy 20:53 Avoiding AI Hype 24:22 ChatGPT Voice Workflow 26:48 Publishing Rhythm 32:43 Monetization Choices | |||
| Don't Over Optimize | DS628 | 03 Aug 2026 | 00:45:23 | |
I talk about the pitfalls of over optimizing and why “good enough” is good enough. I prefer good enough most of the time. Contact me. Ask Questions!
00:00 Welcome and Topic 02:12 Semi Retired Creator Life 03:11 Camp FI and Monetization 04:55 Productivity Obsession Origins 07:11 Metrics and Fun Balance 09:18 Eight Over Optimizing Traps 11:05 AI Outline Fail and Gear 15:53 Trade Offs Not Perfection 18:52 Tool Switching Overhead 23:23 Keep It Simple 24:00 Analysis Paralysis 24:38 Good Enough and Choice 30:16 Hobbies and Product Research 37:11 Maintenance and Opportunity Cost 42:24 Manual First Then Automate 46:16 Wrap Up and Whats Next | |||
| Push Back Against AI | DS627 | 27 Jul 2026 | 00:32:21 | |
I talk about tokenmaxxing, backlash against AI, how I actually use AI, and echo chambers. Contact me. Ask Questions!
00:00 AI Backlash Update 01:26 New Mic Gear Test 03:31 Walmart Pulls Back 05:35 How Doug Uses AI 07:59 Copywriter Pushback 10:52 Poisoning Search Results 14:54 Echo Chambers and Hype 17:58 Sandbox Escape Scare 20:26 Creativity and Copyright 23:58 Avoiding Negativity Trap 29:23 Wrap Up and Next Steps | |||
| AI Backlash | DS626 | 20 Jul 2026 | 00:33:49 | |
| Touring Musician to YouTube Success | AJ De Vera | DS625 | 13 Jul 2026 | 01:04:24 | |
I got to chat with a Guitar YouTuber that I really enjoy, AJ De Vera. He’s a talented guitarist and song writer, plus he’s a fellow Filipino. We chat about starting on YouTube, planning videos, and of course, guitars! We have a similar taste in music and influences. We talked for another 30 minutes after we finished up with the recording and identified a few other commonalities. Connect with AJ
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| Building a Lifestyle Podcast Agency: SimplePod Studios & Financial Independence - DS624 | 06 Jul 2026 | 01:03:41 | |
I talk with Justin Peters about how his hobby podcast led to co-founding SimplePod Studios with his brother, including their team setup, early clients, pricing and package evolution, and why they focus on high-ROI finance-adjacent creators. We also get into his sabbatical and FI journey, what it takes to produce an episode consistently, keeping the agency as a lifestyle business, and how he sees platforms and video trending. Connect with Justin Peters
00:00 Meet Justin Peters 00:57 SimplePod Origin Story 05:49 Sabbatical to Podcasting 17:56 Agency Growth and Niching 31:40 Anatomy of One Episode 34:30 Consistency Over Perfection 39:46 Co-Founder Communication Rules 49:13 Industry Trends | |||
| Over Expanding & More FB Marketplace Tales | DS623 | 29 Jun 2026 | 00:50:07 | |
I talk about pizza, beer, and FB Marketplace tales and tips. Contact me. Ask Questions!
00:00 Welcome and Topics 00:48 Marketplace Camera Sale 02:32 Georgie Health Update 03:46 Pizza Obsession Returns 07:29 Gear and Grill Experiments 10:04 Pizza Boom Meets Business 24:21 Marketplace Pricing Tactics 43:47 Listings Tips and Wrap Up | |||
| How To Retire FASTER | Cody Berman | DS622 | 22 Jun 2026 | 00:50:47 | |
I chat with my friend, Cody Berman, about retiring as soon as possible. It’s basically talking through the ideas in his book, Retire By 30. Contact me. Ask Questions!
00:00 Meet Cody and the Book 02:33 Quitting Corporate for FI 10:35 Side Hustle Framework and Lessons 19:19 Nest Egg vs Cash Flow FI 23:27 Finding Deals Today 25:10 Designing Your Ideal Life 28:37 Spending Tests and Buying Time 42:44 Side Hustles and Final Wrap | |||
| Upgrading my YouTube Studio | DS621 | 15 Jun 2026 | 00:34:17 | |
I got a new studio camera (Canon R8). I’m planning getting rid of some of the old gear so I’m hopeful I can move it on facebook marketplace. Contact me. Ask Questions!
00:00 Studio Gear Upgrade Dilemma 01:23 New Canon R8 Camera 04:30 Lenses Over Bodies Mindset 09:27 4K Workflow Hits Mac Mini 21:04 Selling Gear on Marketplace 31:00 Wrap Up and Next Interviews | |||
| Turning A European Idea Into U.S. Success | Oakwell Beer Spa | DS620 | 08 Jun 2026 | 01:09:03 | |
I talk to the founders of Oakwell Beer Spa about starting a business from scratch! I visited the Beer Spa with a friend and it was an epic experience. Highly recommended. We talk about the origin story of the business and the early struggles, then growth and expansion.
00:00 Meet Oakwell Founders 01:07 Beer Spa Idea Abroad 06:47 Building the US Concept 33:25 Taproom Vibes and Membership Perks 37:23 Funding the Beer Spa Build 53:41 Scaling Up and Franchising Nationwide | |||
| Decluttering & Facebook Marketplace | DS619 | 01 Jun 2026 | 00:34:57 | |
I talk about selling some stuff on Facebook Marketplace and trying to declutter around the house. Contact me. Ask Questions!
00:00 intro 02:51 Decluttering books for sale 06:34 AI powered Marketplace listings 11:33 Guitars gear and computer upgrades 17:14 Marketplace rules pricing and time 25:24 White label SEO and cash flow wrap | |||
| Finance & Food: Iceland Adventures + Pizza Passion | DS618 | 25 May 2026 | 01:16:51 | |
I talk to my brother-in-law, Sam, about travel budgets, pizza, and coffee. Contact me. Ask Questions!
00:00 intro 03:27 Meet Sam And Trip Plans 07:31 Budgeting With Points 17:01 Iceland Eclipse Trip 34:20 Longmont Pizza Crawl 38:36 Chasing the Perfect Char 39:23 Pizza Steel vs Stone Debate 47:27 Grill Pizza on a Kamado 58:02 Coffee Gear and Espresso Mods 01:14:01 Wrapping Up | |||
| Recent Travel, Tech, Business Ideas | DS617 | 18 May 2026 | 00:42:20 | |
I share a few business ideas at the end. I talk about a trip to Dallas, Road Trip, Credit Card Points, and Hot Springs N.P. Contact me. Ask Questions!
Song: Daisy by Stone Temple Pilots 00:00 Intro 01:14 Georgie Update 01:50 Recording Setup 02:30 Livestreaming Gigs 04:24 Dallas Trip Recap 05:46 Purple Stride Win 07:21 Credit Card Points 15:07 Food And Road Trip 17:42 Hot Springs Adventure 24:13 Business Ideas Wrap | |||
| Kyle Roof on the Future of SEO & AI - DS616 | 11 May 2026 | 00:31:56 | |
Kyle Roof joins me to talk about the state of SEO and the impact of AI. In a twist, he tells me the Keyword Golden Ratio and affiliate marketing is still working well. KGR is even better that it was! Get the free course that Kyle mentions on POP. Check it out! I’m an affiliate, so thanks for the support. 00:00 Welcome 00:25 Kyle Updates and Business 01:10 Is SEO Dead Again 03:20 AI Search Adoption Reality 06:46 Echo Chambers and Marketers 09:44 Building AI Kyle in POP 12:12 Hallucinations and Counting 14:41 Why AI Content Fails SEO 22:26 Contextual Terms Explained 25:46 SEO Growth Opportunities Now 27:11 KGR and AI Search Insertion 29:39 Wrap Up and Where to Follow | |||
| The Real Reason Matt Giovanisci QUIT Almost Everything | DS615 | 04 May 2026 | 01:35:07 | |
I talk to Matt Giovanisci about suddenly quitting his podcast, email newsletter, and a few other things. It’s a long one! Buckle up! Contact me. Ask Questions!
00:00 Welcome and Setup 00:58 Money Lab Origins 02:19 Rebrand to Business Casual 04:21 Podcast as Hobby 05:18 Trying to Improve 09:56 Quality vs Growth 15:10 Workload and Rewards 16:53 Chasing Views and Validation 24:53 Why Quit Abruptly 26:01 Focus 10 and Swim University 30:09 Mental Load and Identity 33:34 Culture Shift Hustle vs Lifestyle 34:29 FIRE After 2008 34:57 Finance Content Shift 35:45 Crypto and Day Trading 37:05 Insecure About Advice 39:29 Lifestyle Business Lane 42:04 Monetizing Without Selling 44:25 Refocus on Swim University 44:52 Garage Pacing and AI 46:29 Work Hours and Boredom 48:53 Learning Leisure Hobbies 49:39 External Goals Drive You 55:38 Three Pillars Problem 59:03 Boats Aren’t Leisure 01:01:22 Health as Productivity 01:06:15 One Thing and Freedom 01:07:54 Batching for Pure Time 01:08:43 YouTube Revenue Reality 01:10:37 Selling for Independence 01:12:55 Work Purpose and Volunteering 01:14:00 FIRE Scarcity Mindset 01:18:14 Leisure Without Guilt 01:21:50 Deleting the Podcast 01:23:08 Staying in the Pool Lane 01:26:32 Why Quit Business Content 01:28:32 Guitars and Amp Talk 01:33:02 Headphone Levels Wrap | |||
| Video Content & Balancing Creativity & Consistency | DS614 | 27 Apr 2026 | 00:25:42 | |
I talk about how I lost motivation to work, my obvious advice that video is great, and a little update on my journaling. Contact me. Ask Questions!
00:00 Intro 00:56 Work Optional Mindset 07:17 Audio Gear Tweaks 09:07 Why Video Wins 13:22 Ads and Sponsorships 19:43 Journals and Road Plans | |||
| Building Real Apps with AI: Micro Tools, SEO Utilities | DS613 | 20 Apr 2026 | 00:45:31 | |
I talk with Tony Herman about how he uses AI coding tools to build apps and business utilities, including a service-area coverage map generator that started as a client need and became a free public tool. He tells me about how he works with AI to create the tools, vibe coding, and Lovable. Connect with Tony Herman: Contact me. Ask Questions!
00:00 Meet Tony Herman 01:50 AI Built Service Area Maps 03:30 From Client Fix to Public Tool 05:25 Origin Story Web and Affiliate Days 13:10 AI Kids Book and New Game App 20:59 Prompting Style and Iteration 22:18 Tweaking Code in VS Code 23:20 Do You Need to Code 26:43 Improving the Game UX 30:15 Micro Apps TapClickTo 35:13 SEO Rank Tracking Tool 36:40 Hosting and Tech Stack 38:30 Advice to Start Building 39:44 Tool Picks for Beginners 40:52 Future Ideas and Wrap Up | |||
| Unfiltered: Passion, Music, and YouTube | Mark Hopkins Music | DS612 | 13 Apr 2026 | 01:02:25 | |
I talk to Baltimore musician, Mark Hopkins, about working on YouTube. We cover how he got started and how he doesn’t really care about analytics. We geek out on guitars and gear at the end. Contact me. Ask Questions!
00:00 Meet Mark Hopkins 01:11 Why Authentic Content Wins 03:06 Interview Kickoff and Channel Stats 05:09 Pandemic Pivot to YouTube 07:02 Launching At Home With Mark 08:42 Seasons and Publishing Rhythm 09:53 No Analytics Just Passion 12:17 Music Career and Big Goals 15:05 Monetization and Honest Demos 17:17 Gear Review Workflow and Filming Setup 21:19 Booking Bigger Guests 30:46 Research and Interview Prep 32:52 Guest Booking Mindset 33:30 Passion Versus Profit 34:42 Pretty War Origin Story 37:49 First Gigs And Momentum 40:17 Writing Duo Workflow 42:35 Jam Versus Record 44:44 Where To Find Mark 45:25 Go To Guitars 50:56 Grandfathers Harmony Restore 57:49 Amp Rigs And Tone Lessons | |||
| Vertical Integration | DS611 | 06 Apr 2026 | 00:32:22 | |
I talk about interviews on the podcast again, in person events, and vertical integration. Contact me. Ask Questions!
00:00 Welcome and Agenda 01:07 Interviews Are Back 02:51 Audio Quality Realities 03:43 Listener Stories and Voicemail 04:37 Podcast Audio Fail 07:22 Travel Recording Scramble 10:43 Econome Conference Recap 14:31 Why In Person Events Matter 16:34 Vertical Integration Explained 30:24 Wrap Up and Reviews
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| Teacher to Tech Builder: How I Replaced My Income in 5 Months | DS610 | 30 Mar 2026 | 00:46:12 | |
I talk to Elliot about not being a tech guy, but now he’s building tools using AI. He used to be a teacher and didn’t even have a computer. It’s a great, inspiring story! Connect with Elliott Zelinskas Contact me. Ask Questions!
00:00 Intro 01:10 From Teacher to Online Income 02:24 Entrepreneur Roots and Early Hustles 05:07 Teachers Boost Tool Overview 11:18 Validation, MVP, and Growth Lessons 22:31 Teachers Boost Vision 22:58 Partnership With TPT 23:36 Rebuilding The Tool 25:04 AI Features Upgrade 26:57 Payments Email Automation 30:20 Agentic AI Shift 31:33 Defensibility And Moats 35:02 YouTube Community Strategy 39:11 Automated Publishing Workflow 44:18 Wrap Up And Where To Find | |||
| SEO Dead for Affiliates? How to Pivot | wecantrack | DS609 | 23 Mar 2026 | 00:46:38 | |
I chat with Jorge Barbosa from wecantrack about how affiliates can improve earnings, get higher ROI, and pivot by using data to make better decisions.
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00:00 Intro 01:38 George’s Affiliate Origin Story 03:54 SEO Updates and AI Shockwaves 09:01 Revenue Recovery With Better Tracking 12:54 What We Can Track Actually Does 22:41 CTR to Conversion Analysis 24:48 Why Benchmarks Fail 30:24 Tracking Enables Pivoting 33:39 Who It’s For and Setup 39:38 Advanced Link Automation Tools | |||
| Touring Musician to YouTube Success: "Kyle Orla" Strategy | DS608 | 16 Mar 2026 | 01:17:10 | |
I talk to Kyle Orla of K.O. String works in Duluth, MN. We geek out on YouTube and being a touring musician. Then, at the end, we geek out for 20 minutes about 90 – 100+ year old guitars. Kyle is a folk musician and educator, specializing in dexterous fingerstyle and hard driving American folk music. Connect with Kyle More with Doug:Also, check out: Contact me. Ask Questions!
00:00 Turning a Guitar Obsession into a YouTube Business 06:06 Scaling a Music School: Why “Saying No” is Essential 16:27 The Secret to Video Storytelling: Tension & Release 24:33 Monetizing a Niche: How Patreon Changed Everything 39:52 Beating Creator Burnout: Analytics vs. Community 56:26 Vintage Guitar Deep Dive: Guitar Geek Out! 01:03:59 Telecasters, Kalamazoos, & When to Sell Your Gear | |||
| 3 Case Studies of AI Coding w/ChatGPT, Claude Code, & Gemini | DS607 | 09 Mar 2026 | 00:28:30 | |
I heard from a few audience members about their experinces with AI Coding using ChatGPT, Claude Code, and Gemini. Also, check out: More with Doug: Contact me. Ask Questions!
00:00 Intro 01:20 Voicemail and YouTube slump 03:45 Case study Annie invoicing app 07:50 Dog interruption and lessons 09:17 Voicemail from William 11:57 Simple problems and stock builds 14:29 Case study Corey AI workflows 16:21 Planning vs rigid process 21:43 Personal projects and next steps 22:41 YouTube ads and algorithm impact 27:25 Wrap up email list and outro | |||
| Requirements for AI Assisted Coding - DS606 | 02 Mar 2026 | 00:32:17 | |
I talk about how to prepare requirements for coding with AI, based on my project management experience. Also, check out: More with Doug: Contact me. Ask Questions!
00:00 Welcome 00:24 Podcast Inspiration Story 02:37 What Requirements Mean 05:21 Field Research and Workflows 07:05 Build in Small Units 10:51 Viral AI Claims Skepticism 15:00 Simple Requirements Framework 17:42 Testing and Debugging Basics 21:51 Regression Testing Matters 24:03 Wrap Up and Next Steps 25:35 Notebook Tangent Field Notes 30:46 Final Call for Feedback | |||
| If I Started Over in 2026 - DS605 | 23 Feb 2026 | 00:32:17 | |
I talk about a few business models I’d consider if I was starting over in 2026.
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00:00 intro 03:43 Idea #1: Print-on-Demand Digital Products 07:59 Idea #2: SEO Skills → AI Search 12:49 Don’t Oversell 17:27 Ideas #3–4: Content Creation + Newsletters 24:13 Last Idea: Building Software with AI Tools 28:24 Reality Check: 31:14 Wrap-Up | |||
| I got Lucky - DS604 | 16 Feb 2026 | 00:32:58 | |
I’m not that good and just got lucky. Also, check out: More with Doug: Contact me. Ask Questions!
00:00 Luck, Survivorship Bias & Why Success Stories Mislead 02:39 Georgie the Needy Dog (Quick Detour) 03:28 Starting in 2013: Early SEO Wins and “Simpler Times” 05:40 AI Changes Everything: Fake Podcasts, Better Content, More Competition 08:39 Others Don’t See Their Luck Either: Interviews & Coaching Wake-Up Call 09:20 When the Game Changed: Google Updates, AI, and Sites Going to Zero 11:49 Types of Luck: Timing, Platforms, and Getting in Early 14:15 You Only Need a Few Wins: Small Shop, Consistency, and Pivoting 18:28 What I’m Actually Good At: Finishing Projects (and Quitting When Needed) 22:43 Ranking Revolution Case Study: When Timing Is Off 24:38 Actionable Takeaway: Create More Chances to Get Lucky 29:57 Final Thoughts: Show Up, Take Action, and a Missed AI Opportunity 32:31 Wrap-Up & Thanks (Georgie Finally Sleeps) | |||
| 10 Things I Learned From 900+ Episodes - DS603 | 09 Feb 2026 | 00:40:01 | |
I published over 900 podcast episodes. I learned a few things along the way. Also, check out: More with Doug: Contact me. Ask Questions!
00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 01:47 The Importance of Quantity Over Quality 08:05 Value of Personal Perspective 10:14 Audio Quality Matters 13:55 Guest Appearances and Inflection Points 16:54 The Power of Editing 18:42 Batching Content for Efficiency 22:11 Handling Audience Feedback 27:25 The Role of Intro and Outro Music 29:35 Niche Down but Stay Flexible 32:29 One-Take Approach and Final Thoughts | |||
| Dry January, Coffee, Caffeine, YouTube - DS602 | 02 Feb 2026 | 00:26:41 | |
This is an old fashioned catch up. I talk about cutting back on alcohol, caffeine, and some YouTube advertising updates. Also, check out: More with Doug: Contact me. Ask Questions!
00:00 Intro 02:33 Doug’s Coffee Journey 06:46 Moist January 11:10 Podcast Sponsorship & Listener Support 19:05 YouTube Ads & Subscriber Growth 26:06 Conclusion & Teaser for Next Episode | |||
| Sustainable Solopreneur 7 Rules for Online Success - DS600 | 19 Jan 2026 | 00:40:55 | |
I give you 7 ideas for being successful online. Brought to you by Semrush Affiliate Program Promote the Semrush Affiliate Program, which offers high commissions (up to $300 per sale) and a long 120-day cookie window, by highlighting their new AI Visibility Toolkit that solves the current business pain point of tracking brand presence on AI platforms like ChatGPT and Google AI Mode. Also, check out: More with Doug: Contact me. Ask Questions!
00:00 Introduction and Overview 02:29 Think Long Term 08:32 Incremental Stair Step Approach 15:23 SEMrush Affiliate Program 17:56 Avoid Burnout 24:12 Focus on Revenue Drivers 28:56 Take Action Over Research 34:08 Learn from Others’ Mistakes 36:28 Don’t Copy End Stage Giants 39:33 Conclusion and Call to Action | |||
| 17 things I wish I knew before working online | DS599 | 12 Jan 2026 | 00:48:45 | |
I’ve been working online, self employed for over 10 years. Here are some things I’ve learned. | |||
| New Years Goals with Project Management - DS598 | 05 Jan 2026 | 00:39:17 | |
Set goals for the year and use project management to get it done! (Okay, think of it like a New Years Resolution…) Brought to you by Semrush Affiliate Program Promote the Semrush Affiliate Program, which offers high commissions (up to $300 per sale) and a long 120-day cookie window, by highlighting their new AI Visibility Toolkit that solves the current business pain point of tracking brand presence on AI platforms like ChatGPT and Google AI Mode. Get the download! It’s a checklist of some of the ideas in the episode. It is basically a one-pager of show notes. Also, check out: More with Doug: Contact me. Ask Questions!
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| Etsy Giftable Print on Demand - DS597 [rebroadcast] | 29 Dec 2025 | 00:59:59 | |
I give a short update on upcoming episodes. Then, I talk to Emily Odio-Sutton to discuss running a successful print on demand business on Etsy. Emily shares her journey of transitioning to full-time self-employment and the adjustments she made to manage her time effectively.
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00:00 Introduction 12:48 Adjusting to Full-Time Self-Employment 17:32 Business Performance and Strategies 19:29 The Giftable Concept on Etsy 35:23 Balancing Variety and Cohesion in Your Etsy Shop 39:54 Focusing on Niche Markets and Product Expertise 42:53 Exploring New Products and Creative Opportunities 53:18 Adapting to Market Changes and Future Plans | |||
| Calculate Your Net Worth - DS596 | 22 Dec 2025 | 00:23:28 | |
I tell you how to calculate your Net Worth, and why tracking this one number is a great idea. Check out my podcasting and youtube gear *I’m an affiliate so I get a commission if you buy something. Also, check out: More with Doug: Contact me. Ask Questions!
00:00 Introduction 00:29 The Importance of Calculating Net Worth 05:04 Steps to Calculate Your Net Worth 09:19 Tracking Your Financial Progress 11:19 Working with a Financial Advisor 15:21 Guitar Talk: 1933 Kalamazoo KG 11 | |||
| I Failed To Reach My Goals - DS595 | 15 Dec 2025 | 00:33:00 | |
I failed, but was I really trying? Here’s what to do instead… Giftlab (by Emily Odio-Sutton) The Print-On-Demand Etsy Course. Check out my podcasting and youtube gear *I’m an affiliate so I get a commission if you buy something. Also, check out: More with Doug: Contact me. Ask Questions!
00:00 Intro 02:16 Reflecting on 2025 Goals 03:45 Apple Watch Story and Fitness Insights 06:23 Reading and Journaling Habits 16:50 Guitar Adventures and Musical Growth 23:39 Thoughts on AI and Conclusion | |||
| Balancing SEO, KDP Books, & AI Tools | Shawna Newman | DS594 | 08 Dec 2025 | 00:47:28 | |
I catch up with Shawna Newman to discuss her latest adventures including agency work, YouTube growth, and KDP books for Q4, AI in SEO, the complexities of Reddit marketing, vibe coding and building her own tools. Giftlab (by Emily Odio-Sutton) The Print-On-Demand Etsy Course. Check out my podcasting and youtube gear *I’m an affiliate so I get a commission if you buy something. Also, check out: More with Doug: Contact me. Ask Questions!
00:00 Intro 00:53 Shauna’s Busy Schedule and Agency Work 02:21 Pivoting to Active Selling 04:08 Challenges and Learning in SEO 06:33 AI SEO: The New Frontier 09:26 The Downsides of AI Overviews 20:16 Reddit Marketing Strategies 24:08 Managing Multiple Reddit Accounts 25:17 Reputation Management on Reddit 25:46 Effective Reddit Marketing Strategies 27:42 Challenges and Maintenance of Reddit Accounts 29:45 Introduction to Vibe Coding 30:08 Developing Custom Tools with AI 33:19 Challenges in AI Tool Development 34:25 Issues with Lifetime Deals and SaaS Products 41:07 KDP Book Strategies for Q4 45:17 Upcoming YouTube Content and Conclusion | |||
| Goal: Publish 100 Videos | Jesse Lakes | DS593 | 01 Dec 2025 | 00:22:54 | |
I chat with Jesse Lakes about his deep dive into video content creation. We discuss his 100 video challenge inspired by his new book, the importance of process and feedback loops, and the unique characteristics of different social media platforms. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:20 Discussing Jesse’s New Book 00:30 Diving into Video Production 02:06 Jesse’s Background in Media Arts 05:45 Challenges and Learnings in Video Creation 09:57 Platform-Specific Insights 18:57 Future Plans and Final Thoughts | |||
| Don't Use AI Too Much - DS592 | 24 Nov 2025 | 00:31:28 | |
I talk about why I’m using AI less. Ma Get the FREE eBook here *Use Code DOUG Giftlab (by Emily Odio-Sutton) The Print-On-Demand Etsy Course. *I’m an affiliate so I get a commission if you buy something. Check out my podcasting and youtube gear Also, check out: More with Doug: Contact me. Ask Questions!
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| Evolution of WordPress, AI Trends, YouTube | Alex Cooper-WPEagle - DS591 | 17 Nov 2025 | 00:52:11 | |
We discuss Alex’s recent projects, including his YouTube channel’s direction, his new local project in Spain, how he integrates AI tools into his work, the impacts of AI in various fields, the current state of affiliate marketing, and the benefits and challenges of creating both short and long-form content. Also, check out: More with Doug: Contact me. Ask Questions!
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| Make $1000/month ASAP | DS590 | 10 Nov 2025 | 00:55:46 | |
Cody tells me how he earned $1000 per month in about 115 days in 2024. This business model still works today! Get the FREE eBook here *Use Code DOUG *I’m an affiliate for Cody’s so I get a commission if you buy something. Also, check out: More with Doug:00:00 Intro 01:20 Travel Adventures and Digital Product Success 02:39 The Shift from Amazon Affiliates to Digital Products 03:43 Fitness and Travel Routine 05:33 Starting the $1,000 Per Month Challenge 05:51 Understanding Digital Products on Etsy 07:16 Creating and Listing Digital Products 09:10 The Journey to $1,000 Per Month 11:46 Scaling Up and Student Success Stories 14:46 Niche and Keyword Research Strategies 18:40 Product Variations and Seasonal Trends 27:13 Challenges and Mistakes 27:53 Sticking to What Works 28:42 Finding the Right Competition 31:36 Niche Down for Success 35:26 Time Investment and Effort 36:46 Tools and Resources 40:52 Realistic Expectations 48:07 Who Should Avoid This Side Hustle 50:33 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts | |||