Publisher's Summary

A daily show for everyone who works a regular job and wants to start an income-earning project on the side. In each episode, listeners will hear a different story of someone who's started a side hustle—along with what went well, how that person overcame challenges, and what happened as a result. The show is written and hosted by Chris Guillebeau, the New York Times bestselling author of The $100 Startup, The Happiness of Pursuit, and other books.

Sales and Distribution by Lemonada Media https://lemonadamedia.com/

2026 Chris Guillebeau / Onward Project
Episodes
  • Ep. 3320 - First $1,000: Michigan Accountant Moonlights as Engagement Photographer

    Ep. 3320 - First $1,000: Michigan Accountant Moonlights as Engagement Photographer
    Feb 2 2026

    In this week’s First $1,000 segment, we hear from Elaine in Wayne County, Michigan. She’s an accountant for her day job and works as an engagement photographer for her side hustle.

    Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week.

    Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com

    Email: team@sidehustleschool.com

    Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions

    Connect on Instagram: @193countries

    Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com

    Read A Year of Mental Health: yearofmentalhealth.com

    If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and has been published every single day since January 1, 2017. We're also very grateful for your five-star ratings—it shows that people are listening and looking forward to new episodes. 😎 🙏🏼

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    6 mins
  • Ep. 3319 - STORY: Physician Designs Plush Toys to Teach Anatomy

    Ep. 3319 - STORY: Physician Designs Plush Toys to Teach Anatomy
    Feb 1 2026

    A physician designs and manufactures plush toys in the shape of human organs. They are used to teach kids about the human body, and as “get well soon” gifts for hospital patients.

    Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week.

    Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com

    Email: team@sidehustleschool.com

    Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions

    Connect on Instagram: @193countries

    Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com

    Read A Year of Mental Health: yearofmentalhealth.com

    If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and has been published every single day since January 1, 2017. We're also very grateful for your five-star ratings—it shows that people are listening and looking forward to new episodes. 😎 🙏🏼



    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    7 mins
  • Ep. 3318 - Q&A: “How can I sell on a platform like NextDoor?”

    Ep. 3318 - Q&A: “How can I sell on a platform like NextDoor?”
    Jan 31 2026

    NextDoor is not primarily designed as a platform for you to go crazy and sell a bunch of stuff. So if you DO want to sell there—what do you need to know?

    Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week.

    Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com

    Email: team@sidehustleschool.com

    Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions

    Connect on Instagram: @193countries

    Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com

    Read A Year of Mental Health: yearofmentalhealth.com

    If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and has been published every single day since January 1, 2017. We're also very grateful for your five-star ratings—it shows that people are listening and looking forward to new episodes. 😎 🙏🏼



    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    4 mins
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