Who says the podcast world has to stick to the status quo? We’re venturing beyond the ordinary with a carefully curated collection of indie business podcasts that inject a breath of fresh inspiration into the entrepreneurial landscape.
These podcasts are not your typical business banter or formulaic success stories. We’re diving headfirst into authentic, unfiltered, and unconventional conversations that unveil the hidden treasures of the business realm.
Imagine this: you, your trusty headphones, and some of the most captivating voices in the entrepreneurial arena.
From daring founders who’ve weathered storms akin to legendary adventurers to visionaries who’ve unraveled the enigma of work-life harmony, these podcasts are your North Star guiding you through the intricate terrain of the business world.
Why opt for indie, you might wonder? Because indie podcasters are the maestros of unscripted storytelling.
They’re the pioneers carving their unique path, delivering content straight from the heart and soul. This level of authenticity is a rare gem in a world saturated with conformity.
So, whether you’re navigating the corporate jungle, embarking on your entrepreneurial journey, or simply fascinated by the intricate tapestry of various industries, these podcasts offer something truly exceptional. Expect to be showered with inspiration, actionable insights, and a treasure trove of eye-opening “aha” moments.
A colossal shoutout goes to the exceptional hosts who pour their passion into these shows. And to our phenomenal listeners, we extend our heartfelt appreciation for being part of this exhilarating voyage.
Crank up the volume, hit that play button, and let’s set sail on an exhilarating expedition through the Top 5 Indie Business Podcasts together!
Stay curious, stay courageous, and, as always, stay indie.
Are you thinking about starting a podcast? Launching a YouTube channel? Repurposing your old blog content into something fresh?
Hi, I’m Krystal – host of “The Proffitt Podcast.” And I’m happy to say you’ve come to the right place!
Business owners and content creators dream of building a platform where they can connect deeply with their audience, and marketing feels easy. But I also know what it’s like to feel confused and overwhelmed.
Join us weekly as we strip down those processes and remove all the overwhelm with new tips, simple strategies, and great conversations with creators like you. Tune in to hear how I help creators start, launch, and market their content confidently. The motto here is, “We all have to start somewhere.”
Stepping away from something you've built for over seven years isn't easy. After 500+ episodes and countless hours behind the microphone, I've made the difficult decision to take my first-ever break from this podcast for the remainder of 2025.
The journey of content creation has been incredibly rewarding, but also challenging in ways I hadn't anticipated when I started this adventure. Week after week, month after month, year after year—this community has grown alongside me, and I'm profoundly grateful for every single one of you who's tuned in, whether you discovered the show last week or have been here since day one. This pause isn't a goodbye; it's a necessary step back to reevaluate, recalibrate, and potentially reimagine what comes next.
While no new episodes will be released during this hiatus, our extensive library remains at your fingertips. With over 500 episodes of the Proffitt Podcast plus three years of daily content from the Poddy Report, there's plenty to explore if you're missing our regular conversations.
Our YouTube channel continues to offer resources for content creators wanting to level up their podcasts, videos, email marketing, and course creation. And of course, I'm still reachable via email and Instagram—this community connection remains important to me even as I step away from the microphone.
Will I return in January with renewed energy or perhaps something entirely different? That remains to be seen. For now, remember what we've always said: keep it up—we all have to start somewhere. And sometimes, that includes knowing when to pause.
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Imagine spinning gold from straw. That’s what “Frugalpreneur: Building a Business on a Bootstrapped Budget” feels akin to hosted by Sarah St John.
This podcast dives into the nitty-gritty of creating a fruitful venture with close to nothing. It’s an alchemy of innovation, resilience, and frugality, bringing forward some amazing guests who’ve transformed their ‘shoestring’ into ‘success’.
In this episode of the Frugalpreneur podcast, host Sarah St. John sits down with Corey Ganim, a self-made entrepreneur who shares his journey of bootstrapping an Amazon-based business from scratch. Corey recalls the pivotal moment that pushed him to pursue entrepreneurship full-time: witnessing a senior manager at IBM frequently missing family time due to work commitments. Determined to avoid that fate, Corey ramped up his Amazon side hustle, which initially involved flipping used books found at thrift stores.
Starting with just a couple hundred dollars—$200 for equipment and $100 for inventory—Corey describes how he reinvested profits to gradually scale his business, reaching over $13 million in sales. He emphasizes the importance of resourcefulness and a frugal mindset, using free or low-cost tools like Craigslist and Facebook Marketplace to acquire inventory and even leveraging 0% APR credit cards to finance growth early on.
Corey opens up about his biggest mistake: underestimating how long true, sustainable scaling takes when bootstrapping, and making some hasty decisions as a result. On the flip side, he highlights the value of being disciplined about every expense, a habit that’s served him well even as the business grew.
To help others interested in the Amazon wholesale model he now follows (buying bulk products from manufacturers and reselling them on Amazon), Corey offers a free step-by-step online course at freewholesaleguide.com.
The episode is packed with practical advice and real-world insights for anyone starting or scaling a business on a tight budget.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction & Episode Purpose
– Host Sarah St. John introduces the Frugalpreneur showcase format: bootstrapped entrepreneurs share their tips, tactics, and tools, plus valuable takeaways for listeners’ own business journeys.
00:35 – Corey’s Entrepreneurial Turning Point
– Corey recalls the pivotal moment in 2019 that motivated him to take his Amazon side business seriously.
– Realized through a corporate anecdote (his manager, John) that he didn’t want to miss out on life and family due to endless corporate travel.
02:31 – Bootstrapping the Amazon Selling Business
– Started immediately after college graduation with a label printer and scanning tool from his mom (approx. $200 investment).
– Began by flipping used books from thrift stores on Amazon with just $100 in startup inventory.
– Highlights the “snowball” potential: reinvest profit for exponential compounding growth.
04:02 – Growth and Scale
– Systematic reinvestment led from a couple hundred dollars to over **$13 million** in product sales.
– Emphasizes disciplined scaling, only investing more capital down the line—with slow, steady growth.
05:46 – Biggest Bootstrapping Failure
– Underestimated the time required to scale; thought he could hit $1M in sales within two years, but realistic bootstrapping took longer.
– Early mistakes from “get-rich-quick” mindset: poor product and partner choices.
– Key lesson: adopt a long-term, patient growth strategy.
06:47 – Bootstrapping Success: The Frugal Mentality
– Lack of excess capital forced careful, intentional spending.
– Avoided unnecessary expenses (e.g., expensive websites, assistants).
– Developed financial discipline and appreciation for responsible scaling—a mindset he still applies today.
07:40 – Corey’s Actionable Bootstrapping Tips
-Leverage free/low-cost industry resources:
– Example: posted on Craigslist and Facebook Marketplace offering free removal of unwanted books—led to profitable inventory at zero cost.
– Smart use of 0% APR credit cards:
– Used cards with promotional rates or delayed payment windows to purchase inventory.
– Cautions to understand personal risk tolerance before adopting this strategy.
09:48 – Transition to Wholesale & Free Resource
– Now operating a wholesale model: buying bulk, brand-name products directly from manufacturers/distributors to sell on Amazon.
10:48 – Episode Wrap & Call for Future Guests
– Sarah thanks listeners and encourages entrepreneurs with relevant stories to apply to be guests on future episodes.
Episode Links
– Corey’s Free Amazon Wholesale Guide: https://freewholesaleguide.com
– SuiteDash (Business Automation Software Mention): https://suitedash.com
Don’t forget to subscribe, review, and connect with us for more insightful stories and actionable frugal business tips!

Our host, Coyal, brings an overflow of insider knowledge, captivating histories, stories from residents, and tips to fully experience Vegas beyond the tourist norm.
Visit Vegas Places with Coyal. Real Vegas, Real Topics, Real Business with Real Owners. Covering topics on economics, entrepreneurship, health, well-being and FOOD!
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In this episode, holistic skin coach Sururat Coulibaly shares insights on how internal wellness, lifestyle, and skin health are interconnected. She debunks skincare myths, emphasizes the importance of listening to your body, and offers practical tips for achieving vibrant skin from the inside out.
key topics
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- The importance of listening to your body's signals
- The connection between gut health and skin conditions
- Stress and nervous system's impact on skin health
- Practical tips for reading labels and avoiding toxins
- The role of sleep, hydration, and diet in skin health
- The limitations of conventional dermatology and the benefits of functional medicine
- Personal journey from traditional medicine to holistic health
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Get creative insights and business outcomes that make impact and generate income from Emmy Award-winning Brand Advisor, Vinnie Potestivo, as he explores the successes and stumbles behind today’s Creator Economy – with guests like Mandy Moore, SuChin Pak, Christina Milian, Jamie-Lynn Sigler, as well as Top Business Strategist for LinkedIn Creators and co-host, Judi Fox.
Listen to I Have A Podcast® and learn: How to take your brand to the next level, Ways to get discovered and stay visible, Content systems that deliver results, Original development and distribution strategies, Building a creative content team, and Monetizing your personal brand.
A ”must-listen” for any brand or business owner looking to leverage the creator economy to make an impact. ihaveapodcast.com for more exclusive content.
We pull back the curtain into the high-stakes world of entertainment networking with our guest Mathew Knowles, a well-known global speaker, music and business executive who reveals the secrets to building relationships in the industry for Destiny’s Child, Beyoncé, Solange, Kelly Rowland & Michelle Williams.
A round of applause for Mr. Knowles!
Get ready to be inspired as Mathew Knowles, a renowned figure in the entertainment industry, sits down with Vinnie Potestivo on “I Have A Podcast” to discuss the art of building relationships and networking effectively.
With a journey that spans from a successful corporate career to launching Destiny’s Child and founding Music World Entertainment, Mr. Knowles brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the table. His commitment to personal growth is evident, as he holds a PhD and MBA, and continuously seeks to expand his knowledge.
As a sought-after speaker and author, Mr. Knowles is dedicated to empowering others and sharing the keys to success in the entertainment world. Don’t miss the opportunity to learn from this industry titan and take your networking game to new heights.
“The drive to refine what you’ve done, to continue growing on it and building on it, that is extremely inspiring.” – Mathew Knowles
In this episode, you will:
- Discover the secret to continuous learning and personal development that will set you apart in the entertainment industry.
- Unlock the power and value of collaboration in the music industry to take your career to new heights.
- Build genuine relationships and master the art of networking to create valuable connections in the entertainment industry.
- Learn how to harness the significance of visuals and content to captivate your audience and tell a compelling story through music.
- Find the right manager who understands the inner workings of the music industry and can help you navigate your way to success.
Follow along using these time-coded notes:
[00:01:08] Mita Mallick and her #1 book Reimagine Inclusion review (available at vpe.tv/inclusion)
[00:03:08] Mathew Knowles on being a LinkedIn Top Voice
[00:09:35] Importance of parts said and unsaid; managing monetization; creators’ content control; commonality with Beyoncé.
[00:13:01] Joe Jackson’s character in Janet Jackson’s documentary
[00:16:14] Beyoncé learned and can do it herself
[00:12:53] Taking on nay-sayers and winning the role of a lifetime
[00:23:00] Creating solo and group strategy for Beyoncé, Kelly and Michelle
[00:24:59] Leading a collaboration and standing for a cause
[00:29:36] Collaboration and failure drills that lead to success
[00:38:16] How to build a brand with authority
[00:38:01] How to leverage being a LinkedIn Top Voice
[00:40:01] Practice hours determine success of aspiring artists.
[00:42:43] Thank you for shaping pop culture and creating new genres in music. Your contribution is powerful and additive to the conversation. Impressive public speaking.
Let Mr. Knowles’ wisdom and experiences continue to inspire you as you navigate your own path in the entertainment industry. Remember, your journey is a unique one, and the keys to success often lie in the connections you make and the knowledge you acquire.
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A Podcast of brand new entrepreneurs and start-ups that are less then a year in their adventure just waiting to be discovered by you!
Learn from regular business owners that are in the same starting line as you.
Listen as they talk about their experiences, Failures, And what goals they have set for themselves for the next 6 months.
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A frontline worker broke into tears on a call with David Dean. She was afraid she wouldn't have a job in a year. That moment became the spark for a book — and for one of the most grounded, compassionate conversations about AI and human value in the workplace you'll ever hear.
In this episode of Undiscovered Entrepreneur: Get Across the Start Line, David Dean — author of An Inbox Between Us and self-described Business AI Realist — joins Skoob for a deep, thoughtful conversation about what AI actually means for real people at every level of an organization. Not the hype. Not the doomsaying. The real relationship between humans and AI — and why getting that relationship right is the defining challenge of this era.
What You'll Learn:
- Why David left large enterprise to write a book nobody else was writing — for the people nobody else was talking to
- The written contract vs. the unwritten contract: how organizations actually run vs. how they say they run
- Why lived experience and lived consequence are the real reasons we hire humans — and why AI can't replace that
- How AI is like the movie Multiplicity — and why your copies aren't all the same
- Why 79% of the workforce are ”AI survivalists” just trying to do their jobs
- What organizational self-awareness means and why it's the competitive advantage of the AI era
- How to use AI as a behavioral mirror — analyzing patterns across client meetings, team dynamics, and organizational challenges
- Why the human touch is more valuable right now, not less, precisely because of AI
- The Star Trek/Scotty analogy for how AI accelerates human decision-making without replacing it
- Why David calls himself a Business AI Realist — and what that means for your team or company
- David's six-month goal: speaking engagements and becoming a go-to ground-level AI voice for enterprise
Timestamps:
- [00:00:00] – Introduction & Welcome
- [00:01:00] – David's Background: From Enterprise Tech to the AI Era
- [00:02:00] – The Digital Journaling That Became a Book
- [00:03:00] – What the Hype Gets Wrong: Talking About AI From Too High Up
- [00:04:30] – Why David Felt Like ”a Little Guy” — and Why That Didn't Stop Him
- [00:06:00] – You Are an Entrepreneur If You're Helping People
- [00:07:00] – AI as Tool, Not Replacement: The Entrepreneur's Perspective
- [00:08:00] – Why Companies Hire People: Lived Experience & Lived Consequence
- [00:09:00] – The Written Contract vs. the Unwritten Contract
- [00:10:00] – The Final Human Decision: Where Accountability Must Stay
- [00:11:00] – AI as a Relationship: Slow Down, Figure It Out, Cultivate It
- [00:12:00] – The Multiplicity Model: Using AI to Duplicate and Offload Yourself
- [00:13:30] – Debating Yourself With AI: Devil's Advocate, Customer Perspective & Idea Extraction
- [00:14:30] – Friendly Candor With AI: Using It to Challenge Your Own Thinking
- [00:15:00] – The Behavioral Record: What Patterns in Your Data Reveal About You and Your Business
- [00:17:00] – When AI Tells You to Go Have a Conversation Instead
- [00:18:00] – Humans Are Craving Human Touch — More Now Than Ever
- [00:19:00] – Star Trek's Scotty Analogy: AI Accelerates Decisions Without Making Them
- [00:20:30] – AI Is Flawed Because It Mimics Us — and That's Okay
- [00:23:00] – The Pitfall He's Proud Of: Getting Kicked Around Enough to Know Who He Is
- [00:24:30] – Authenticity and Quiet Trust: Why People Respect How You Operate Even If They Don't Like You
- [00:27:00] – The Moment That Sparked the Book: A Frontline Worker in Tears
- [00:29:00] – The 79% AI Survivalists and Why Someone Needs to Fight for Them
- [00:30:30] – What the Book Covers — and Why It's Written to Resonate 10 Years From Now
- [00:31:30] – The Book: An Inbox Between Us — Available Now
- [00:34:00] – David's Six-Month Goal: Speaking Engagements & the Business AI Realist Platform
- [00:37:00] – How to Find David, the Book & Connect on LinkedIn
Book:
📚 An Inbox Between Us — David Christopher Dean
Available at: Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Porchlight (print & e-book). Audiobook coming July.
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