Best Shiny Object Productions Podcasts (2025)

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#22 - Pawn After Dark with Miesha Tate 52:56

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In this episode of Pawn After Dark, Chumlee takes the reins solo and welcomes UFC legend and fan favorite Miesha Tate. From her early days breaking into the fight game to her evolution as a champion, Miesha opens up about what it really took to make her mark in the octagon. But it’s not all about punches and takedowns—Chum can’t resist diving into …

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235. [Re-Release] Is Your Solo Business Actually Feasbile? Find Out! 9:38

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So, you’ve got a business idea you’re excited about. But here’s the big question: does it actually work on paper, or will it drain your bank account before it takes off? In this episode of The Aspiring Solopreneur, Carly and Joe break down how to test the feasibility of your business idea, spot potential deal-breaking showstoppers, and price your s…

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234. Get Heard, Get Clients: Podcast Guesting for One Person Businesses 35:42

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Have you ever wondered how to get in front of the right audience without constantly chasing leads? In this episode, Christina Lenkowski shares how solopreneurs can use podcast guesting as a powerful tool to build credibility, attract clients, and grow their businesses. From pitching yourself with confidence to turning interviews into lasting opport…

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233. A Smarter Way to Implement Changes in Your Solo Business 9:13

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By Joe Rando, Carly Ries

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nuuds Co-Founder & CEO Daryl-Ann Denner on Selling Out 50K units in Seven Minutes, Turning Anxiety Into Strength, and Building a $100M+ Brand Without Investors 1:16:22

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Daryl-Ann Denner, Co-Founder and CEO of nuuds, turned a personal frustration—why is the perfect T-shirt so hard to find?—into a nine-figure clothing brand that sold 50,000 units in its first seven minutes. What started as a blog and Instagram account turned into a company built on real body fittings, transparency, and loyalty from a super-engaged c…

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232. The Solopreneur’s Shortcut to Smarter Decisions 10:17

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By Joe Rando, Carly Ries

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231. 7 Failure Modes That Can Sink Your Solopreneur Business 10:02

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By Joe Rando, Carly Ries

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230. Moving From Plans to Action in the Solopreneur Success Cycle 10:03

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By Joe Rando, Carly Ries

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229. How To Stop Shiny Object Syndrome From Wrecking Your Workflow 12:33

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By Joe Rando, Carly Ries

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228. Onboarding Strategies for Solopreneurs That Keep Customers Coming Back for More 15:28

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By Joe Rando, Carly Ries

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227. Building a Sales Process You Believe In 13:06

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By Joe Rando, Carly Ries

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226. Why Human Connection Is Your Most Important Marketing Tactic As A Solopreneur 12:48

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By Joe Rando, Carly Ries

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225. [Re-Release] Biggest Takeaways for Solopreneurs from INBOUND 2024 37:58

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By Joe Rando, Carly Ries

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224. [Re-Release] The Solopreneur Blueprint You Didn’t Know You Needed 11:38

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By Joe Rando, Carly Ries

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#21 - Pawn After Dark with Alex Cranmer 1:10:35

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Rick Harrison and Chumlee take Pawn After Dark to a whole new level with weapons expert Alex Cranmer. Rick and Chum get to know Alex like never before, uncovering stories about his acting career and passions beyond being their weapons expert. For the first time ever, the guys leave the pawn shop and hit the shooting range—testing out a rare antique…

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223. How to Build a Brand That Actually Resonates 11:32

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By Joe Rando, Carly Ries

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222. Why Nobody Notices Your Solo Business (and How to Fix It) 12:03

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Most solopreneurs make the mistake of trying to serve everyone and end up standing out to no one. In this short and punchy episode of The Aspiring Solopreneur, Carly and Joe dive into one of the most overlooked steps in building a successful solo business: positioning. They break down why niching down isn’t limiting, but rather the key to charging …

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221. Is Your Solo Business Actually Feasbile? Find Out! 9:38

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By Joe Rando, Carly Ries

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220. The Biggest Mistake Solopreneurs Make: Selling to “Everyone” 16:34

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By Joe Rando, Carly Ries

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#20 - Pawn After Dark with Mike Yamasaki 51:34

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Samurai swords, reality TV myths, and a master appraiser who can value a blade on the spot — this episode of Pawn After Dark has it all. Rick Harrison and Chumlee sit down with world-renowned sword expert Mike Yamasaki to talk about the fascinating history of Japanese blades, the secrets behind authentic Samurai swords, and why Pawn Stars is the re…

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219. From Vision to Plan: The Next Step in the Solopreneur Success Cycle 10:16

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In this episode, we kick off the Planning phase of the Solopreneur Success Cycle and break down the must-knows before you dive in. From choosing the right title for yourself to simplifying your business model into three core parts, you’ll learn how to set yourself up for efficiency, clarity, and higher earning potential. Whether you’re just startin…

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218. Dream It Before You Build It: The Envision Stage For Solopreneurs Explained 11:39

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By Joe Rando, Carly Ries

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217. Don't Skip This Step: The Secret To Building A Solo Business You'll Love 12:13

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By Joe Rando, Carly Ries

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216. Start Here: The Solopreneur Blueprint You Didn’t Know You Needed 10:37

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By Joe Rando, Carly Ries

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215. Can Prioritizing Rest Grow Your Business? This Solopreneur Says Yes 24:04

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By Joe Rando, Carly Ries

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214. It’s Not Me, It’s You: How to Break Up with Problem Clients 10:22

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By Joe Rando, Carly Ries

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#19 - Pawn After Dark with Sabina Kelley 46:17

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Tattoo icon, pin-up queen, and all-around badass Sabina Kelley joins Rick and Chumlee inside the world-famous Gold & Silver Pawn Shop for a no-holds-barred conversation. From the secrets behind her most famous ink to wild stories from the modeling world, Sabina gives us the skinny on what it takes to stand out, stay bold, and never play by the rule…

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213. PR Isn’t Just for the Big Guys! Here's How Solopreneurs Can Steal the Spotlight. 11:10

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PR might sound like it's just for celebrities and big brands, but guess what? Solopreneurs, this one’s for you. In this episode, we’re breaking down simple, doable PR strategies that can get you media coverage, even if you don’t have a press team, a bestselling product, or a household name (yet). We’re talking about how to pitch like a pro, what jo…

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212. Confused by Instagram? This Episode Will Fix That 21:57

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Think Instagram is just for influencers and avocado toast? Think again. In this episode of The Aspiring Solopreneur, we sit down with Sydney O'Brien, a rockstar Instagram strategist who built her business while juggling three kids under five and a military deployment (yes, really). Sydney shares why most solopreneurs are talking past their dream cl…

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211. The One “Corporate” Habit You Should Bring With You As A Solopreneur 7:52

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When solopreneurs flee the corporate world, “standard operating procedures” are often the first thing left behind—right next to awkward team-building exercises and passive-aggressive reply-all emails. But hold up—this is one “corporate” thing you do want to keep. In this episode of The Aspiring Solopreneur, Carly and Joe dive into the unexpected po…

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BONUS: Fresh Co-Founders on Building From $10,000 to Global Empire, the Soap That Sold Itself, and Resisting Shiny Object Syndrome 34:48

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Alina Roytberg and Lev Glazman, co-founders of Fresh, built one of the first modern skincare brands rooted in natural ingredients, sensorial experience, and emotional connection—long before “clean beauty” became a trend. In this episode, they share how they turned a personal frustration with conventional products into a business that caught the att…

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210. New Clients, Steady Paychecks, and Enjoying the Ride: One Coach’s Daily Formula 25:58

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In this episode of The Aspiring Solopreneur, we sit down with Stan Ward, coach, author, and spreadsheet whisperer, who shares how it took him five years to develop a system he now teaches in just 60 days, how he turned his finances from chaos into calm, and why paying yourself twice a month might be the smartest move you haven’t made yet. Stan’s ap…

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#18 - Pawn After Dark with Steve Grad 45:53

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Pawn Stars autograph expert and Star Wars superfan! In this episode of Pawn After Dark, Rick Harrison and Chumlee sit down with Steve Grad, the man trusted to authenticate some of the world’s rarest signatures. But behind the expert title, Steve admits he’s a huge Harrison Ford fan — and yes, Rick & Chum never let him forget it! From rare autograph…

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209. How LinkedIn Sales Navigator Became Our Secret Weapon for Solopreneur Lead Gen 9:10

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Think LinkedIn is just for job hunting? Think again. In this episode, Carly flips the script and interviews Joe about one of the most underrated lead gen tools for solopreneurs: LinkedIn Sales Navigator. They pull back the curtain on exactly how they use it to fill their events, build real relationships, and grow their network—without ever sounding…

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#405-The 4 Q's to Be a Profitable Reseller On Amazon - Plus Bonus Supplier Analyzer 36:31

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Oleg Kuzmenkov is the founder of Seller Assistant, a tool trusted by Amazon wholesale and arbitrage sellers to analyze price lists, check restrictions, and make faster sourcing decisions. His goal is to help sellers avoid bad buys and scale with confidence. In This Episode: [00:20] Introducing Oleg Kuzmenkov of Seller Assistant. [00:30] The topic &…

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208. Your Expertise Is Cute, But Can You Sell It? 26:27

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What do branding yourself, redefining freedom, and learning how to actually sell have in common? Solopreneur coach Moe Choice breaks it all down in this wildly refreshing episode. From bouncing back after burnout and bankruptcy to building 15K+ months, Moe shares the mindset shifts and practical skills that truly move the needle. If you're tired of…

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207. Your Rates Are Too Low—Let’s Fix That 11:57

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Are you charging what you're actually worth, or just what you think people will pay? In this episode, Carly and Joe finally tackle the pricing conversation solopreneurs can’t afford to avoid. From ditching the hourly mindset to channeling your inner Alex Hormozi, they explore how to set prices that reflect your value, not your self-doubt. Tune in f…

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Othership Co-Founder & CEO Robbie Bent on a $20M Startup Failure, Addiction Recovery, and Creating a "Trojan Horse" for Emotional Healing 1:39:47

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Robbie Bent is the co-founder of Othership—a multi-million dollar wellness movement centered around sauna, breathwork, cold plunge, and emotional connection. After a devastating startup failure left him broke and struggling with addiction, what began as backyard ice bath experiments during COVID evolved into one of the most innovative wellness conc…

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#404 - Stability In Times of Uncertainty - 5 Ways To fail Shipping From China 40:55

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In this episode, I'm honoured to have as guest Lior Ohayon of Unicargo and he shares five tips of basic things sellers should know before shipping from China. Lior provides valuable tips and essential info to help sellers stabilize their shipping process and ensure successful deliveries. Tune in to learn how to improve your shipping strategy and av…

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206. The Solopreneur’s Guide to Product Management Without a Team 23:21

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What happens when three product experts walk into a solopreneur podcast? You get an episode packed with game-changing insights from the co-authors of Next Gen Product Management. In this rare group interview, Carly and Joe are joined by returning guest Teresa Cain and her co-authors Diana Stepner and Dr. Bart to explore how solopreneurs can build s…

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205. How to Prioritize When Everything Feels Urgent as a Solopreneur - Sound Bite Episode 12:18

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Ever feel like you're drowning in tasks, yet still not moving the needle in your business? You’re not alone. In this episode, Carly and Joe unpack that all-too-familiar solopreneur overwhelm—when everything feels urgent and there’s zero breathing room. They break down how to prioritize when your to-do list is screaming at you from every direction, …

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204. Marketing Overwhelm? Here’s Where to Start (And What to Skip) 30:55

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In this episode, we asked marketing matchmaker Behdad Jamshidi one simple icebreaker: What do you wish you knew before becoming a solopreneur? And wow, did he deliver. From climbing the unexpected business ladder to spotting red flags when hiring marketing help, Behdad shares the lessons no one tells you—but every solopreneur needs to hear. Feeling…

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203. Flip-Flops and Focus Blocks: Beating Summer Distractions as a Solopreneur - Sound Bite Episode 12:01

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Sun’s out, distractions outta control? Whether it’s rescheduled meetings, kids at home, or that pool calling your name, summer can wreak havoc on a solopreneur’s schedule. In this episode, Carly and Joe get real about how to stay focused when everything around you screams “vacation mode.” From early morning work sessions to strategic procrastinatio…

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ILIA Beauty Founder Sasha Plavsic on Turning $25K Into $100M, Defining Clean Beauty, and Why Her Kidneys Shutting Down Saved Her Life 56:41

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Sasha Plavsic, Founder of ILIA Beauty, the clean cosmetics brand known for redefining performance makeup, opens up about what it took to build a $100M business from a garage and a $25,000 line of credit. In this raw and vulnerable conversation, Sasha shares how a deeply personal quest to heal her skin led to the creation of ILIA, a brand that went …

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202. High Quality, Low Overhead: The Secret Sauce Behind Solopreneur Success 36:02

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The solopreneur economy is booming, but what’s really driving it, and how do you stand out when your competition spans the globe? In this episode, digital media expert Naresh Vissa joins us to break down the rise of solopreneurship, why getting fired might be the best thing that ever happens to your career, and how he built a high-quality, low-cost…

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201. The Anti-Sleaze Sales Guide For Solopreneurs: How to Actually Win People Over 12:14

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Tired of sleazy sales pitches? So are we. In this episode, Carly and Joe unload on the cringiest sales tactics cluttering inboxes today: think cold DMs that insult your business, spammy bots pretending to be human, and desperate pitches that reek of commission breath. But don’t worry, it’s not just a rant. They also break down how solopreneurs can …

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200. Stop Wearing Every Hat: Smarter Systems for Solopreneurs 26:58

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If you've ever felt like your to-do list is running you instead of the other way around, this episode is your reset button. Business coach Diane Helbig joins us to share real-world strategies for managing time, setting boundaries, and replacing pushy sales tactics with genuine relationship-building. From why smaller calendar blocks are a secret wea…

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#17 - Pawn After Dark with Ian Carroll 58:55

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On this episode of Pawn After Dark, Rick Harrison and Chumlee are joined by Ian Carroll, creator and host of The Ian Carroll Show on YouTube — a platform known for tackling conspiracy theories, hidden histories, and the stories mainstream narratives often overlook. Together, they dive into a wide-ranging conversation exploring the line between fact…

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199. How Solopreneurs Can Scale Their Businesses Without Burning Out 12:55

4M ago12:55

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What if scaling your solopreneur business didn’t mean hiring a team or working 80-hour weeks? In this episode, we’re diving into creative, cost-effective ways to grow, without giving up the freedom that made you go solo in the first place. From automating tasks and outsourcing smartly to using AI to customize your messaging and repurposing content …

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The Clear Cut Co-Founder & CEO Olivia Landau on Growing an "Accidental Side Hustle" to Nearly $100M, Myths of Diamond Industry, and Proving Investors Wrong 1:06:07

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Olivia Landau, Co-Founder and CEO of The Clear Cut—the largest digitally native natural diamond jewelry company in the United States—shares how a side hustle selling engagement rings through Instagram DMs transformed into a company that's hitting $100M in revenue. Despite being dismissed by venture capitalists and warned by her family not to become…