Keynote Speaker 

02/02/26

What happens when you lose your voice—and the career you built around it?

For Jennifer Brown, that moment became the catalyst for a powerful career reinvention. Today, she’s a globally recognized keynote speaker and one of the leading voices in diversity, equity, and inclusion.

In this episode of How Much Can I Make?, Jennifer shares real-world career insights into what it takes to build a successful keynote speaking business. We talk about personal branding, storytelling, reinvention, and how to turn lived experience into meaningful—and profitable—work.

Jennifer breaks down:

• How to pivot careers when your old path disappears

• What it really takes to thrive as a keynote speaker

• How to build a personal brand that attracts paid speaking opportunities

• Turning your unique story into a powerful professional asset

Whether you’re considering a career change, exploring public speaking, or wondering how to monetize your experience and expertise, this episode offers practical advice, honest perspective, and inspiration to take the leap.

Jennifer Brown website - jenniferbrownspeaks.com

Jennifer's books - https://www.amazon.com/stores/Jennifer-Brown/author/B01MSOZWO6?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1752212498&sr=8-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true

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Economics Journalist

1/19/26

Understanding basic economics can significantly impact your job and earnings. 

We sit down with Peter Coy, a veteran economics journalist who has written for Bloomberg Businessweek, The New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal.

Peter shares career insights into the economics of journalism, explaining how stories are pitched and shaped, and how innovative platforms like Substack and AI are transforming media careers. He offers practical job advice on navigating income, sustainability, and long-term success factors in journalism and related fields.

If you’re interested in journalism careers, media jobs, or how economics shapes work and money, this episode offers clear, practical insight.

Connect with Peter:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/petercoy1/

Substack: petercoy.substack.com

X:  @petercoy

Bluesky: petercoy.bsky.social

Instagram & TikTok : peterhcoy

Digital Entrepreneur

1/12/26

Discover practical job ideas and career insights in digital entrepreneurship.

What if you could learn a practical web skill over a single weekend, build a simple website for a local business, and turn it into steady monthly income?

In this episode, we sit down with Matt Raad to break down a realistic path from beginner to profitable digital entrepreneurship. We talk about building websites for local businesses, creating income-producing digital assets, and growing a service-based online business from home—without e-commerce headaches, technical overload, or large upfront investment.

You’ll hear real-world case studies, including:
• A couple who left burnout careers and earned $160,000 in their first year
• A FIFO worker making $5,000+ on off weeks by offering AI automation services
• A stay-at-home mom with limited English who turned free starter websites into a family business over time

If you’re searching for a side hustle, a work-from-home business, or a practical way to make money online using web skills, this episode is a must-listen.

Connect with Matt Raad 

Website: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-raad/?originalSubdomain=au

Podcast: https://www.digitalinvestors.com/

Digital Real Estate

1/5/26

What if your next big investment isn’t a building—it’s a blog? In this episode, digital real estate expert Matt Raad breaks down how he buys simple content websites, renovates them with SEO optimization, and turns them into reliable passive income. He explains why passion niches—like gardening, wellness, crafts, and hobbies—are some of the most profitable online business opportunities.

We cover exactly how to buy websites safely, how to find undervalued sites on Flippa, how to turn neglected blogs into real monthly cash flow. Matt shares data-backed examples, including a $400 gardening website earning $4,000 every spring and a $45,000 Thai massage education site that generates revenue through high-margin online courses.

If you’re searching for a side hustle, exploring passive-income ideas, or considering a full career pivot into digital real estate, this episode gives you a clear roadmap. Matt explains how buying digital assets instead of brick-and-mortar property can create scalable, flexible income online. Tune in to learn how website investing really works—and how you can start.

Connect with Matt Raad:

Website: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/media-kit/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-raad/

Podcast: https://www.digitalinvestors.com

Fragrance Evaluator 

12/29/25

Jillian Friedman shares career insights from the fragrance industry, including global differences in taste, why synthetic ingredients can actually lead to safer, more sustainable formulas. We explore how a fragrance evaluator influences what you smell—from the first spark of a creative brief to the final bottle on the shelf.

If you’re curious about a career in the fragrance industry, this episode is for you. And if you enjoyed it, please leave a quick review and share it with someone who loves scent.

Jillian’s website: http://www.jillianfriedman.com/

Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillianfriedman/?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app

Cyber Security Expert

12/21/26

Cybersecurity is one of today's fastest-growing career opportunities, offering high earnings and strong job security as cybercrime continues to evolve.

Most cyberattacks don’t start with elite hackers—they start with your email address and phone number. We sit down with Rivka Tadjer, CEO and co-founder of Zero Hack, to break down how modern cybercrime really works—and how protecting people and companies has turned into a lucrative career path.

Rivka breaks down the most common attack paths—email compromise, phone number hijacking, and reused passwords—and walks through practical steps you should take to protect yourself.  We unpack how organized cybercrime operates at scale, why email and phone takeovers are the #1 threat to your finance and identity, and what skills are actually valuable in the cybersecurity job market.

Rivka explians VPN and router security basics, travel-related risks, and how to create a “clean” financial identity that stays off public apps and social logins.

Whether you’re curious about cybersecurity careers, want to protect your money, or just want to stop feeling exposed online, this episode is your cybersecurity reset.

Connect with Rivka:

Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rivkatadjer/

Website - https://cybercrimedispatchunit.com/

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Electrician Entrepreneur

12/16/26

If you’re searching for high-paying jobs, career change ideas, or skilled trades, this episode is for you! Today we’re talking with Eli, a master electrician whose career spans trade school, apprenticeships, residential wiring, commercial work, factory-scale power systems, and hundreds of generator installs.

Eli breaks down how to become an electrician, the real career path in the electrical trade, and what you actually learn in trade school, apprenticeships, and master-level training. 

Safety is a huge issue. Eli shares essential rules every electrician follows—“Not grounded, not dead”—plus why aluminum ladders and lockout habits matter, as well as the hidden electrical dangers in older homes and the fast-growing world of EV charger installation. 

If you're looking for AI proof careers, jobs that pay six figures or on-demand jobs, Eli explains how this profession works from the inside.

This episode is packed with insights for anyone researching career paths, job stability, trade skills, electrician salaries, high-demand jobs. 

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Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation

Cannabis Farm 

12/9/25

Ever wondered what REALLY goes into those perfect little pre-rolls? 
This week I’m talking with Beck Mooney, Director of Operations at Supernaturals NY, who takes us behind the scenes of running a legal cannabis farm in New York.
From craft cultivation to canopy strategy to the hard work no one sees—Beck breaks it all down in the most down-to-earth way. She shares in-depth job tips and career insights for anyone interested in this growing field.

If you’re curious about how the cannabis world actually works (beyond the buzzwords), this episode is a must-listen.

Supernaturals NY website - https://www.supernaturalsny.com/

Lighting Designer Career

Go behind the scenes of Broadway with four-time Tony Award–winning Lighting Designer Kevin Adams. He breaks down what a theatre lighting designer actually does, the skills you need to get started, and the unexpected twists of his career path.

The jaw-dropper? Adams reveals how Broadway designers really make their big money—including income streams, payment structures, union and more.

Perfect for anyone curious about Broadway careers, creative jobs, and how much you can make in the performing arts.

Kevin's website - https://www.ambermylar.com/index.html

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How to Start Swoop Scoop Business

11/18/25

Can $1,200, a bucket, and a rake turn into a multimillion-dollar company? Yes — and Will Milliken is living proof.

Find out about jobs in the pet waste removal industry - from entrepreneur William Milliken, Founder of Swoop Scoop®, one of the fastest-growing pet waste removal businesses in the country! 

It’s simple, low-cost, and you can start making money from day one.

If you thinking about  a career change or wish for an amazing side hustle, this episode is for you. We uncover the secrets behind building a multi-million dollar business from scratch.  

Listen and get motivated to start on your own journey!

Learn more:
▫️ Swoop Scoop® → https://swoopscoop.com

▫️ Poop Scoop Millionaire → https://www.skool.com/poop-scoop-millionaire/about

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Dog Groomer 

11/11/25

Are you dreaming about turning your passion for pets into a rewarding career? In this episode, we sit down with Sarah Gildersleeve, a grooming professional with over 20 years of experience in the pet industry. Discover the essential skills, earnings potential, and the hustle required to thrive as a dog groomer. 

From her first job bathing dogs to perfecting intricate grooming styles, Sarah shares her insights into what it takes to succeed in this fulfilling career path. 

If you’ve ever thought about exploring dog grooming as a career or even as a side hustle, this conversation is packed with valuable job tips, career advice, and inspiring stories from behind the grooming table.

Broadway Actress

11/4/25

What does a real Broadway career look like behind the spotlight? In this episode, we talk with actress Lauren Blackman—whose credits include Hello, Dolly!, Anastasia, Lempicka, Ragtime, and The Music Man alongside Hugh Jackman—about the true job behind the dream.

Lauren gives rare career insights into the grind of the theater world: the early-morning audition lines, the union rules that shape every paycheck, the constant cycle of rejections and callbacks, and the electric payoff of making someone in the front row feel seen. 

We talk money-making without euphemism—what a “production contract” really means, how union minimums and commissions work, and why even established performers still hustle to keep their health insurance and next role.

If showbiz is your dream, this episode is a must listen!

Lauren's website- https://www.laurenblackman.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/laurblackman/?hl=en&utm_source=chatgpt.com

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Dietitian

10/28/25

In this episode, registered dietitian Ingrid Anderson shares invaluable career insights on making money in the wellness industry and what sets apart a credentialed dietitian from online nutritionists. 

Discover how her Hashimoto’s diagnosis became a turning point, leading her to help others regain energy and debunk nutrition myths. She talks about the importance of niching down in your career, which is what anable Ingrid to built a six-figure dietitian business. 

This is a must-listen for those curious about job opportunities in wellness field,  or wishing to transform passion into purpose. Explore practical job tips and valuable career advice from someone who turned challenges into a thriving career.  Join us for insights that could change your career path!

Ingrid Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/hashiwarriornutritionist/?igsh=cDRscGc5NWp6MWJz&utm_source=qr
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HVAC Career

10/21/25

The attic feels like a furnace, the thermostat is clueless, and the AC just quit on the hottest day of the year. Enter Carl Fagerstrom—part electrician, part plumber, part detective. 

Carl pulls back the curtain on the HVAC world with insider tips on keeping your home safe, cool, and filled with clean air. But beyond the tools and filters, Carl shares real career insight: why HVAC is “the king of the trades,” how clean coils and proper filtration can make an 18-year-old system run like new, and why carbon monoxide monitoring isn’t optional.

In an era of AI and automation, this hands-on career is still in huge demand—and Carl’s story offers career advice you won’t want to miss.

A-Team website: https://www.ateamcomfort.com/

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Side Hustle - eBay Store

10/14/25

Zac Shaw is back—and this time, we’re talking all about his eBay side hustle, Over and Out Vintage. 

From vintage board games to throwback clothing, Zac’s turned thrifting into a side career, blending online sales with a brick-and-mortar twist.

What started as casual weekend treasure hunting, turned into a serious job with its own highs and lows. Zac spills on the thrill of scoring hidden gems, the hustle of building a solid reputation online, and how AI is shaking up the reselling game.

Join us for a journey through the challenges and rewards of this unique career path. 

Zac's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/overandoutvintage/

Local News Jobs

10/7/25

What happens when local journalism collides with the digital revolution? Zach Shaw takes us behind the curtain of his 30-year career at Hudson Valley One, revealing triumphs and struggles of community reporting in an age of dwindling print subscribers and shrinking advertising revenues.

But the real jaw-dropper? His take on the future of journalism: AI helping one reporter do the job of ten, and everyday people stepping up as citizen journalists. It’s a wild, fascinating look at where news might be headed next and is there still a career path for new journalist.

https://hudsonvalleyone.com/

Being A Medium

9/30/25

Pam Meredith has a remarkable job: she’s a professional medium who helps people connect with loved ones who have passed away.

In this episode, she shares her career journey, offering unique insights into what it’s really like to work between the worlds of the living and the spirit.

What makes her perspective so compelling is her belief that mediumship isn’t rare, it’s a natural human ability that can be developed by anyone. She even shares practical techniques, for anyone who wants to try reaching out to their own loved ones and provides valuable guidance for anyone intrigued by the spiritual realm. 

Whether you seek career change ideas or simply curios about the unseen dimensions around us, Pam’s grounded insights will transform your thinking about life, death, and the possibilities within your own career path

Pam's website: https://www.pamelameredith.com/

Boutique Hotel Entrepreneurs 

9/23/25

Quit your job, move to the mountains, and become a hotel entrepreneur—easy, right? Martin Torres and Joe DiThomas actually did it, leaving NYC careers behind to run Graham & Co. a 20-room boutique hotel in the Catskills. 

This episode delves into the nuances of the hospitality industry, offering valuable career insights and showcasing the real success factors that come with being a hotel entrepreneur. From creating unforgettable guest experiences to navigating financial challenges like $30K flood insurance bills, they share essential job advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Whether you’re plotting your own career pivot, or need job insights from the hospitality industry—this episode gives you in and out of building a hotel that’s so much more than a place to crash.

Graham & Co. website:  https://www.thegrahamandco.com/

Pharmacist Career Insights

9/16/2025

If you’re wondering how much a pharmacist makes and whether pharmacy is still a good career today, this episode breaks down the real pay, pressure, and options.

Dr. Neal Smoller - an entrepreneur, a holistic pharmacist and owner of Village Apothecary in Woodstock, NY, pulls back the curtain on the job of a pharmacist and the pharmacy industry’s hidden economics. 

Whether you're exploring new career opportunities in healthcare or simply looking for a job advice, this episode delivers essential career insights and tips that you won’t hear anywhere else.

Pharmacy website https://villageapothecaryrx.com/

Dr. Neal Smoller website: https://drnealsmoller.com/

Woodstock vitamins: https://woodstockvitamins.com/?srsltid=AfmBOop5OAuCTUjTNgfibxtPi9s1Sj5buMlKac_gD8laTp8l_hT-dBps

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