INTERVIEW | Make Money by Building, Scaling, and Successfully Exiting a Business with Amanda Lewis

CO-HOST | Make Money by Building Community in an AI-Driven World

In this episode, Travis and producer Eric dive into one of the biggest conversations happening in media today: the rise of AI-generated content and what it means for creators, podcasters, and audiences. From Spotify's new personalized AI podcast initiative to the future of human creativity, the conversation explores both the opportunities and challenges that come with rapidly advancing technology. Along the way, they discuss authenticity, audience connection, and why human personality may be the most valuable asset creators have moving forward. On this episode we talk about: * Spotify's announcement of AI-generated personalized podcasts * The impact of artificial intelligence on podcasting and content creation * Why audiences connect with hosts, personalities, and communities—not just information * The difference between AI-assisted creation and AI-generated replacement content * How creators can stay relevant in an increasingly automated world Top 3 Takeaways 1. The most valuable podcasts aren't just information delivery systems—they create connection, personality, and community that technology struggles to replicate. 2. AI can be a powerful tool for improving workflows and enhancing creativity, but replacing authentic human perspectives remains a significant challenge. 3. As content becomes easier to generate, originality, authenticity, and audience relationships become even more important differentiators. Notable Quotes * "The whole idea of listening to a podcast is having a friendship with somebody you've never met." * "Focus on community over everything else." * "AI can help perfect the creation process, but it can't replace genuine connection." Connect with Travis Chappell: * Website: https://travischappell.com [https://travischappell.com/] * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travischappell [https://www.instagram.com/travischappell] A Word from Our Sponsors: - Are you ready to start your own creator journey and make it big? Visit www.fanvue.com [http://www.fanvue.com/] today and launch your career! - To learn more about Mode Mobile and its investor community, go to ⁠https://invest.modemobile.com/travismakesmoney⁠ [https://invest.modemobile.com/travismakesmoney] -Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency. Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform. Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis [http://gohighlevel.com/travis] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

INTERVIEW | Make Money by Building, Scaling, and Successfully Exiting a Business with Amanda Lewis

Amanda Lewis is a dental entrepreneur, innovator, and founder of Lewie, an oral wellness company redefining how consumers think about smile care. With more than 15 years of experience growing, acquiring, merging, and selling dental practices, Amanda has built multiple successful businesses while navigating entrepreneurship, leadership, product development, and personal reinvention. In this episode, she shares her journey from aspiring dentist to multi-practice owner and startup founder, along with the lessons she learned about scaling companies, overcoming setbacks, and pursuing opportunities that align with a bigger vision. On this episode we talk about: * Building and scaling successful dental practices from the ground up * The realities of entrepreneurship, delegation, and business ownership * How private equity is changing the dental industry * Transitioning from healthcare provider to consumer product founder * Creating Lewie and bringing innovative oral wellness products to market Top 3 Takeaways 1. Entrepreneurship requires constant learning, and many of the most important business lessons come through mistakes, challenges, and experience. 2. Delegation is essential for long-term growth—trying to do everything yourself eventually becomes a bottleneck. 3. The biggest regrets often come from opportunities not pursued, which is why taking calculated risks and following new ideas can be worth the uncertainty. Notable Quotes * "Sometimes the only way through a problem is to keep on going." * "If I didn't stop and do this, what would I regret?" * "The smile is at the center of a person's confidence." Connect with Amanda Lewis: * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mylewie/ [https://www.instagram.com/mylewie/] * Website: https://mylewie.com/ [https://mylewie.com/] * Instagram (personal): https://www.instagram.com/dramandalewis/ [https://www.instagram.com/dramandalewis/] * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-lewis-mylewie/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-lewis-mylewie/] A Word from Our Sponsors: - Are you ready to start your own creator journey and make it big? Visit www.fanvue.com [http://www.fanvue.com/] today and launch your career! - To learn more about Mode Mobile and its investor community, go to https://invest.modemobile.com/travismakesmoney [https://invest.modemobile.com/travismakesmoney] -Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency. Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform. Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis [http://gohighlevel.com/travis] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

SOLO | Make Money by Turning Pain into Purpose and Building Real Leadership - Lessons from my Garrett White interview

Garrett White is an entrepreneur, speaker, author, and founder of the Warrior movement, a personal development platform that has helped thousands of men improve their businesses, relationships, health, and mindset. After building and losing multiple businesses, Garrett transformed his personal failures into powerful lessons on leadership, certainty, and personal responsibility. In this solo recap episode, Travis breaks down some of the most impactful insights from his conversations with Garrett and explores how adversity, self-awareness, and authenticity can become catalysts for extraordinary growth. On this episode we talk about: * How unresolved childhood experiences continue to influence adult behavior and decision-making * Why running away from poverty can be a stronger motivator than chasing wealth * The difference between being a hustler and building a sustainable business as a true entrepreneur * How transparency and certainty create trust and leadership influence * The relationship between passion, purpose, and building a profitable life Top 3 Takeaways 1. Unresolved experiences and subconscious beliefs can quietly shape your decisions for years unless you intentionally confront and address them. 2. Discomfort and dissatisfaction can be powerful drivers of change when used as motivation rather than excuses. 3. Sustainable success requires moving beyond hustle and building systems, leadership skills, and a business that can withstand changing circumstances. Notable Quotes * "The things you don't remember are often running your life anyway." * "Running from poverty is a more reliable engine than chasing prosperity." * "Certainty is the only leadership currency that actually works." Connect with Garrett White: * Website: https://wakeupwarrior.com/ [https://wakeupwarrior.com/] * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garrettjwhite [https://www.instagram.com/garrettjwhite] * Other: The Warrior Book and Warrior programs available through Wake Up Warrior A Word from Our Sponsors: - Are you ready to start your own creator journey and make it big? Visit www.fanvue.com [http://www.fanvue.com/] today and launch your career! - To learn more about Mode Mobile and its investor community, go to ⁠https://invest.modemobile.com/travismakesmoney⁠ [https://invest.modemobile.com/travismakesmoney] -Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency. Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform. Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis [http://gohighlevel.com/travis] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

CO-HOST | Make Money by Building Better Relationships Through Cigars, Conversation, and Community

In this special in-studio episode, Travis is joined by producer Eric for a lighthearted but surprisingly insightful conversation about cigar lounges, networking, friendship, and the value of intentional conversations. What starts as a debate about the best cigar lounges in Las Vegas turns into a broader discussion about building meaningful relationships, creating space for great conversations, and why some of life's best business and personal connections happen outside of formal settings. On this episode we talk about: * The best cigar lounges in Las Vegas and what makes each one unique * Why cigars can create an environment for deeper conversations and networking * The importance of atmosphere, community, and shared experiences * Balancing business, friendship, and personal growth through intentional downtime * The surprising role that hobbies and rituals play in building relationships Top 3 Takeaways 1. Some of the most valuable business opportunities and personal connections happen in relaxed environments where meaningful conversations can develop naturally. 2. The best communities are built around shared experiences, not just transactions or networking goals. 3. Creating intentional space to slow down, connect with people, and have real conversations can be just as valuable as grinding through another hour of work. Notable Quotes * "Some of my best conversations have been with friends over cigars." * "It's less about smoking and more about being in an environment that promotes conversation." * "Money only solves your money problems, not your cigar problems." Connect with Travis Chappell: * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/travischappell/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/travischappell/] * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travischappell/ [https://www.instagram.com/travischappell/] * Other: https://travischappell.com/ [https://travischappell.com/] A Word from Our Sponsors: - Are you ready to start your own creator journey and make it big? Visit www.fanvue.com [http://www.fanvue.com/] today and launch your career! - To learn more about Mode Mobile and its investor community, go to https://invest.modemobile.com/travismakesmoney [https://invest.modemobile.com/travismakesmoney] -Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency. Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform. Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis [http://gohighlevel.com/travis] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

INTERVIEW | Make Money by Turning Restaurant Chaos Into Profit With Roger Beaudoin

Roger Beaudoin is a restaurant entrepreneur, speaker, author, and founder of Restaurant Rockstars. After building, scaling, and selling multiple successful restaurants, Roger now helps hospitality operators increase profits, improve operations, and build stronger teams. In this episode, Roger shares the lessons he learned from launching a restaurant with no prior experience, overcoming major setbacks, and applying business systems to an industry where many owners struggle to work on the business instead of in it. On this episode we talk about: * Roger’s first entrepreneurial ventures, from beachside lemonade sales to campus businesses * How he launched a restaurant despite having no restaurant ownership experience * The costly $40,000 lesson that nearly derailed his first restaurant before it opened * The systems and marketing strategies that helped build a highly profitable restaurant business * Why most restaurant owners are running restaurants instead of running businesses * Building Restaurant Rockstars and helping operators uncover hidden profits * How podcasting has become a platform for teaching and connecting with industry leaders * Roger’s passion for classic cars and the story behind his Classic Car Guy Podcast Top 3 Takeaways 1. Business systems matter more than industry experience. Roger’s MBA background and focus on operations, marketing, and profitability helped him succeed despite never owning a restaurant before. 2. Unique customer experiences create competitive advantages. Memorable branding, exceptional hospitality, and creative marketing can turn customers into loyal advocates. 3. Entrepreneurs must learn to trust their instincts while staying resilient. Roger overcame a devastating $40,000 scam early in his journey and still built a thriving business. Notable Quotes * “The main reason many operators struggle is they’re trying to run a restaurant, not a business.” * “Food is expected. Service has to be extraordinary.” * “Anything you can do that’s unique, different, or special gives you an advantage over the competition.” Connect with Roger Beaudoin: * Website: https://rogerbeaudoin.com/ [https://rogerbeaudoin.com/] * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/restaurantrockstars/ [https://www.instagram.com/restaurantrockstars/] * Email: roger@restaurantrockstars.com [roger@restaurantrockstars.com] A Word from Our Sponsors: - Are you ready to start your own creator journey and make it big? Visit www.fanvue.com [http://www.fanvue.com/] today and launch your career! - To learn more about Mode Mobile and its investor community, go to https://invest.modemobile.com/travismakesmoney [https://invest.modemobile.com/travismakesmoney] -Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency. Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform. Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis [http://gohighlevel.com/travis] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]