Throwback Thursday Episodes
- TBT: Voiceover Artist Grows Business With Gusto
Voiceover artist earns $4,500/month from her voice. Started from a Downton Abbey podcast, now full-time in Kansas City. Side Hustle School Ep. 1979.
- TBT: Mixed Media Artist Sews Up Side Earnings
Mixed media artist Roula Rallis builds Sewcialite sewn items as IT manager. Three-year update. Side Hustle School Ep. 1972.
- TBT: Adventurous Kitchen Tool Set Goes Global
QD Foodie kitchen tools reach six figures globally. Marci Heit's charming collection now in stores worldwide. Side Hustle School Ep. 1965.
- TBT: Boise Woodworking Team Upgrades Toolkit
Boise woodworking shop Mahogany House thrives as population grows. Custom furniture business update. Side Hustle School Ep. 1958.
- TBT: “Mozart for Munchkins” Gives Encore Performance
Mozart for Munchkins brings classical concerts to NYC kids. Sara Sherman's music program returns with new updates. Side Hustle School Ep. 1951.
- TBT: Upcycled Journals Provide Renewable Income
Upcycled journal business earns $6,500/month in Missoula, Montana. Donna makes 800 unique journals yearly at nearly 70. Side Hustle School Ep. 1944.
- TBT: Mural Painter Follows Signs to New Career
Mural painter grows accidental side hustle into six-figure business painting signs and murals. Side Hustle School Ep. 1937.
- TBT: Custom Stamp Business Doubles Sales During Pandemic
Custom stamp business owner in Austin doubles sales during pandemic, earning $5,000/month. Side Hustle School Ep. 1930.
- TBT: NYC Pet Sitter Saves $200,000
NYC pet sitter saved $200,000 by never paying rent while building a thriving pet-sitting business. Now based in Colorado. Side Hustle School Ep. 1923.
- TBT: “Auction Sisters” Raise Millions for Charities
Auctioneering sisters raise millions for charities. Katie Cashman Fitzsimmons updates on Auctionisters' growth. Side Hustle School Ep. 1916.
- TBT: “Pizza City USA” Becomes Book, Podcast, and Festival
Pizza City USA founder expands walking tours into book, podcast, and festival in Chicago. Side Hustle School Ep. 1909.
- TBT: British Vintage Store Owner Supplies Clothes for Netflix
Vintage clothing store owner in Birmingham earns $1,000/month supplying Netflix. Rachael Sadler's Ada's Attic Vintage update. Side Hustle School Ep. 1902.
- TBT: Outdoor Hockey Brand Scores Three Assists!
Outdoor hockey gear brand Third Assist expands with gloves, sticks, and custom jerseys. Where is Chris now? Side Hustle School Ep. 1895.
- TBT: Quirky Video Animator Finds Online Fame
How a video animator earns $20,000 selling Adobe After Effects kits and created viral content with Snoop Dogg. Side Hustle School Ep. 1888.
- TBT: Orthodontist Invents Modern Tool for Impacted Teeth
Orthodontist earns $7,000/month with IsoGlide Spring tool for impacted teeth. Side Hustle School Ep. 1881.
- TBT: Soap Opera Star Becomes Professional Organizer
Soap opera actress Regina Leeds built a professional organizing business in LA. Author of "One Year to an Organized Life." Side Hustle School Ep. 1874.
- TBT: Catholic Designer Updates T-Shirts for New Generation
Catholic apparel designer Joe Kim updates his t-shirt line for Gen Z. What's changed since we first featured him. Side Hustle School Ep. 1867.
- TBT: “Walking Dead” Sugar Cookies Provide Sustenance for Apocalypse
TV-themed sugar cookies earn social worker $4,000/weekend at conventions. Bombshell Baking Company update. Side Hustle School Ep. 1860.
- TBT: “Not Your Mother’s Resumé” Service Doubles Business
Chelsey Opare-Addo doubled Not Your Mother's Resumé since 2020. Resume writing service update. Side Hustle School Ep. 1853.
- TBT: Aussie Dental Blog Turns Brushheads
Australian toothbrush importers earn $30,000 in profit, then pivot to dental blogging. Throwback Thursday update. Side Hustle School Ep. 1846.
- TBT: Prize Fighter Leaves Ring for Soulful CBD Sales
Former boxer Mike Lee co-founded Soul CBD after leaving the ring. Earns $2k/month selling anxiety-relief products. Side Hustle School Ep. 1839.
- TBT: Rocket Scientist Tutoring Achieves Liftoff
Aerospace engineer grows 321tutoring to 25 staff tutors in Florida while working full time. Side Hustle School Ep. 1832.
- TBT: “Radical Tea Towels” Promote Historical Progress
Radical Tea Towels hits $1M sales milestone. British family's political tea towel business update. Side Hustle School Ep. 1825.
- TBT: Home Haircut Tool Brushes Into Walmart
Home haircut tool Cut Buddy scaled to Walmart shelves after viral success. Joshua Esnard's grooming invention boomed in 2020. Side Hustle School Ep. 1818.
- TBT: Soap Springs Eternal for Non-Profit Employee
Soap maker Julie Sanchez builds adventure-inspired business on Etsy. Her squeaky-clean update since starting her side hustle. Side Hustle School Ep. 1811.
- TBT: Mystery Trip Biz Doubles Down on Thrills
Mystery Trip event planning pivots to hybrid model with thrills for corporate groups. Side Hustle School Ep. 1804.
- TBT: The Mushroom Kingdom of North Carolina
Phenomenal Fungi earns $20,000/month selling mushroom tinctures from Asheville, NC. Where are they now? Side Hustle School Ep. 1797.
- TBT: “Recovering Attorney” Operates 7-Figure Podcast Service
Former attorney builds 7-figure podcast service for businesses worldwide. From White House aide to podcasting entrepreneur. Side Hustle School Ep. 1790.
- TBT: Pyrographic Drumsticks Blaze Profitable Path
Pyrographic drumsticks and woodburned art from Ella Cordial-Brockelsby. How a side hustle became her safety net. Side Hustle School Ep. 1783.
- TBT: Tap Dance Teacher Offers Worldwide Lessons
Tap dance teacher earns six figures teaching worldwide from Melbourne, Australia via HowtoTapDance.com. Side Hustle School Ep. 1776.
- TBT: Southern Expat Redesigns Mississippi State Flag
Letterpress wall art designer redesigns Mississippi state flag. Micah Whitson earns $1,000/month with TheOldTry.com. Side Hustle School Ep. 1769.
- TBT: Kindle Books Produce Passive Income for Aussie Novelist
Self-published Kindle nonfiction books generate passive income for Melbourne author Kyla Gardner, who's now writing fiction. Side Hustle School Ep. 1762.
- TBT: Fighter Jet Jewelry from New Zealand
Handmade fighter jet jewelry worn by New Zealand's Prime Minister during lockdown. A photographer's creative side hustle. Side Hustle School Ep. 1755.
- TBT: “Mombox” Expands to Popular Subscription Box Service
How Kate Westervelt built Mombox from frustration into a thriving postpartum subscription box. Side Hustle School Ep. 1748.
- TBT: Weightlifting Equipment Sets Pandemic PR
Weightlifting equipment founder Mike Reed's pandemic success with Micro Gainz micro weight plates. Side Hustle School Ep. 1741.
- TBT: Comfy Pillow Provides Seatbelt Support for Cancer Patients
Cancer survivor Rachel Park's ParkPuff seatbelt pillow supports patients post-surgery. Now earning $80,000. Side Hustle School Ep. 1734.
- TBT: “ColorHype” Owner Sells 8,000 Painting Kits
ColorHype painting kits: Texas entrepreneur sells 8,000+ kits nationwide after pandemic pivot. Side Hustle School Ep. 1727.
- TBT: Local Comic Book Store Expands to National Subscription Box
Comic book subscription box expands from Sacramento store to national service. Parent-selected, kid-approved monthly crates. Side Hustle School Ep. 1720.
- TBT: Wine Tour Business Pivots During Pandemic
Wine tour operator pivots to virtual tastings and private label wine sales during pandemic. Heathen Wines' evolution. Side Hustle School Ep. 1713.
- TBT: Extra-Strong Coffee Supports Firefighters Nationwide
Muertos Coffee generates $4,000/month supporting firefighters nationwide. Extra-strong brew from Sacramento. Side Hustle School Ep. 1706.
- TBT: Matchsticks Made in Heaven (and Georgia)
Former H.R. manager now sells matchsticks full-time, earning $2,000/month. Strike a Match on Etsy and Amazon. Side Hustle School Ep. 1699.
- TBT: App Helps 60,000 Women Get Paid More
App helps 60,000 women negotiate pay raises and fight the gender pay gap. An update from PepTalkHer founder Meggie Palmer. Side Hustle School Ep. 1692.
- TBT: Small 3D Printing Site Competes With Etsy
3D printing templates business expands after job loss. Cosplay fabricator Nikko Mendoza competes with Etsy. Side Hustle School Ep. 1685.
- TBT: Dating App for Dog Lovers Fetches New Users
Dating app for dog lovers Dig Dates expands with cat companion app Tabby. Co-founder Leigh Isaacson shares updates. Side Hustle School Ep. 1678.
- TBT: Temporary Tattoos Cover Up Surgical Scars
Temporary tattoo brand covers surgical scars, earning $3,500/month. TuckTats lasts 5-7 days through workouts and swimming. Side Hustle School Ep. 1671.
- TBT: Adjunct Professor Grows Interview Prep Site to 20,000 Users
Adjunct professor grows Stratascratch interview prep site to 20,000 users earning $20,000/month. Where are they now? Side Hustle School Ep. 1664.
- TBT: Romance Novel Editor Goes All-In
Romance novel editor Jessica Snyder went full-time after 800+ days building her freelance editing business. Side Hustle School Ep. 1657.
- TBT: Hydroponic Indoor Plant System Branches Out
Indoor hydroponic gardening kit earns $3,000/month growing 30+ plants in small spaces. IG Works' iHarvest system update. Side Hustle School Ep. 1650.
- TBT: Sexual Wellness Site Revs Up Reviews
Sexual wellness site reviews earns six figures. How a sex-positive blogger built a profitable platform helping readers. Side Hustle School Ep. 1643.
- TBT: When the Pandemic Hit, This Product Went Up 70x
Foot-operated restroom door opener Step n' Pull grew 70x during the pandemic. Co-founder Mike shares what happened next. Side Hustle School Ep. 1636.
- TBT: Rosemary Beads Count Off Extra Income
Chicago jewelry maker sells faith-based rosary beads and expanded her Etsy business into full e-commerce. Side Hustle School Ep. 1629.
- TBT: Tea-riffic Business Holds Up Under Pressure
Tea brand owner navigates COVID challenges with two successful blends. Side Hustle School Ep. 1622.
- TBT: Premium Cocktail Pins Offer “Negronis for Your Homies”
Premium cocktail pins earns $800/month for co-founder in Spain. Tipsy Per Tutti sells "Negronis for Your Homies" designs. Side Hustle School Ep. 1615.
- TBT: Diabetic Travel Blogger Embraces #VanLife
Irish travel blogger with type 1 diabetes launches YouTube channel and moves into van for European adventure. Side Hustle School Ep. 1608.
- TBT: Handbags for Active Women Goes Direct to Consumers
Functional handbags for active women hit six figures in revenue. Go Dash Dot founder Hannah Fastov shares her update. Side Hustle School Ep. 1601.
- TBT: The 7-Figure Dachshund Apparel Business
Bean Goods dachshund apparel hits seven figures. Claire Wolfson's doxie-themed clothing brand update. Side Hustle School Ep. 1594.
- TBT: Luxury Buttercream Cakes Make Life Batter
Luxury buttercream cakes earn $600/month for Toronto baker Karen Nguyen. Sweet Afternoon Bakeshop thrives on custom designs. Side Hustle School Ep. 1587.
- TBT: Bumblebee Linens Builds a New Hive
Bumblebee Linens earns $20,000/month with linens. The handkerchief brand pivoted after weddings stopped—then soared again. Side Hustle School Ep. 1580.
- TBT: “Chewable Energy” Gum Sticks With Customers
Chewable energy gum creator earns $25,000/month with NeuroGum. From 5 million pieces sold to CVS shelves—hear Kent's update. Side Hustle School Ep. 1573.
- TBT: This Family Candle Business Is On Fire!
Family-run eco-friendly candle business returns with a smoldering profits update. Side Hustle School Ep. 1566.
- TBT: Budget Savvy Bridal Blog Gets Serious
Budget Savvy Bride bridal blog now generates six figures. Jessica shares her growth strategy since we first featured her. Side Hustle School Ep. 1559.
- TBT: Multilingual Insurance Agent Creates Translation Course
Multilingual insurance agent earns $40,000/year with online translation course. Jennifer updates her side hustle story. Side Hustle School Ep. 1552.
- TBT: Pittsburgh Houseplant Merchant Blossoms During Pandemic
Pittsburgh houseplant retailer opens shop before pandemic, pivots to thrive. Perrico Plant Co's Abi shares her update. Side Hustle School Ep. 1545.
- TBT: Classy Throw Blankets Provide Deep Cover
Travel-inspired throw blankets from a Pacific Northwest entrepreneur. An update on Seek & Swoon's evolution. Side Hustle School Ep. 1538.
- TBT: Plant Influencer Grows to Greatness
Plant influencer in Toronto earns $10,000 with corporate Zoom workshops. TeenyTinyTerra grows beyond Instagram. Side Hustle School Ep. 1531.
- TBT: “Hero’s Journal” Completes Epic Quest
Hero's Journal hits $6,500/month: A quest-inspired journal helping entrepreneurs track goals. Where are they now? Side Hustle School Ep. 1524.
- TBT: Pastry Chef Grows Retail Shop During Pandemic
Pastry chef expands wedding cake business into retail shop during pandemic. Celestial Cakery's growth story. Side Hustle School Ep. 1517.
- TBT: Wisconsin Beer Lovers Sell Coasters & More
Wisconsin beer coasters and glasses side hustle. How Zach combines his love of beer and home state into a product business. Side Hustle School Ep. 1510.
- TBT: P.E. Teacher Becomes Full-Time Sports Gear Reseller
P.E. teacher earns $8,000/month buying and reselling sports gear full-time. From classroom to eBay entrepreneur. Side Hustle School Ep. 1503.
- TBT: “Dog Threads” Designer Chases Coordinated Outfits
Dog Threads founders earn $3,000/month selling matching outfits for dogs and owners. A thriving pet fashion business. Side Hustle School Ep. 1496.
- TBT: Staying Productive During the Work-at-Home Era
Accountability app Focusmate helps remote workers stay productive—founder now earns $30,000. Side Hustle School Ep. 1489.
- TBT: 26,000 Handmade Hair Scrunchies
Handmade hair scrunchie seller in Iowa reaches 26,000 units sold, earning $4,000/month. A 90s comeback story. Side Hustle School Ep. 1482.
- TBT: iPhone App Tracks Weight-Loss Progress
UK developer's weight-loss tracking app generates full-time income while traveling. Updates from Lewis. Side Hustle School Ep. 1475.
- TBT: Texas Marimba Rentals Hit Noteworthy Demand!
Marimba rental business in Texas earns $100,000/year. How a simple niche hit noteworthy demand. Side Hustle School Ep. 1468.
- TBT: Crafty Headbands Fly Off the Shelves
Handmade headbands generating $3,000/month for Long Island crafter Brittany Shillingford. She won't stop while ahead. Side Hustle School Ep. 1454.
- TBT: 3D Printing Enables Distance Learning Materials
Pediatrician pivots 3D printing educational kits from schools to parents during remote learning. Side Hustle School Ep. 1447.
- TBT: Natural Deodorant Becomes Beauty Line
CPA turns apple cider vinegar deodorant into $10,000/month beauty line. SWAY skincare grew from natural formula. Side Hustle School Ep. 1440.
- TBT: Family Affirmation Cards Go Global
Family affirmation cards make $70,000 for Canadian co-founders. From kids' self-worth products to Jessica Alba mention. Side Hustle School Ep. 1433.
- TBT: Crunchy Snacks Made from “Upcycled” Grain
Upcycled grain snacks made from brewery ingredients. A college adventure turned into a thriving 10-year business. Side Hustle School Ep. 1426.
- TBT: Personal Trainer Pumps Up Protein Pancakes
Personal trainer earns $25,000/month selling protein pancake mix through ABS Pancakes. Where is she now? Side Hustle School Ep. 1419.
- TBT: Nomadic Family Cooks Up Profit With Italian Housewares
How a nomadic family sells Italian ceramic cookware via Amazon FBA. DaTerra Cucina update. Side Hustle School Ep. 1412.
- TBT: “Life’s Not Fair”: Children’s Books About Real-Life
Children's books about real life—an update from Other Life Lessons co-founder on building an unconventional publisher. Side Hustle School Ep. 1405.
- TBT: Minimalist Backpacks With a Cause
Minimalist backpacks earning $2,500/month fighting food insecurity. Colorado couple's update. Side Hustle School Ep. 1398.
- TBT: Physician Designs Plush Toys to Teach Anatomy
Physician designs plush organ toys generating $100,000 in sales. Nerdbugs teaches anatomy to kids and hospital patients. Side Hustle School Ep. 1391.
- TBT: Florist Offers Nationwide, DIY Wedding Flowers
Wedding florist Amy McCord Jones quadrupled her DIY flower business across the US. Shipping challenges didn't stop her growth. Side Hustle School Ep. 1384.
- TBT: Mobile Coffee Roasting Blends Work and Family
Mobile coffee roaster earns $4,000/month blending beans with family life. A neighborhood coffee lover's side hustle update. Side Hustle School Ep. 1377.
- TBT: The Accountant Who Sold Spreadsheets to Etsy Sellers
Accountant Janet LeBlanc sells spreadsheet templates to Etsy sellers, earning $3,500/month. Side Hustle School Ep. 1370.
- TBT: Popular Board Game Raises $1 Million on Kickstarter
Board game creator raises $1 million on Kickstarter with Bristol 1350. Multiple six-figure crowdfunding campaigns. Side Hustle School Ep. 1363.
- TBT: Teaching the World to Play Saxophone
Australian musician earns $40,000/year teaching saxophone online to global students from Melbourne. Side Hustle School Ep. 1356.
- TBT: Coronavirus Triples Sales of Cold Brew Coffee
Cold brew coffee brand Bizzy Coffee saw sales triple during coronavirus after pivoting to 48-ounce bottles. Side Hustle School Ep. 1349.
- TBT: Offline Conversation Game Goes Online
Board game for meaningful conversations earned $400,000 in 8 months—now expanding online. Willem's Vertellis update. Side Hustle School Ep. 1342.
- TBT: “Graphic Designer for Dogs” Retrieves New Clients
Graphic designer earning $2,000/month pivots from pet businesses to broader clientele. Where is she now? Side Hustle School Ep. 1335.
- TBT: Cybersecurity Training Becomes 7-Figure Business
Adjunct professor turned 7-figure entrepreneur with cybersecurity courses on YouTube. Reached $100k profit in 16 months. Side Hustle School Ep. 1328.
- TBT: “Near and Deer” Taxidermy Service Mounts Up
Faux taxidermy service Near & Deer mounts animal heads and dinosaur busts. Lindsay Baublitz updates her thriving business. Side Hustle School Ep. 1321.
- TBT: These iPad Paintbrushes Never Run Dry
iPad lettering brushes earn $50,000/year for New Zealand artist. 300,000 followers and counting. Side Hustle School Ep. 1314.
- TBT: English Language Game Throws Down Amazon Gauntlet
English teacher earns $500/month from Phrase It, an Amazon game teaching phrasal verbs. Two-year update on his ESL business. Side Hustle School Ep. 1307.
- TBT: Blogger Explores Affiliate Marketing in India
Affiliate marketing blogger in India earns $4,000/month through Cash Overflow, helping readers with financial products. Side Hustle School Ep. 1300.
- TBT: Organization Expert Declutters 150+ Homes
Yoga instructor turned home organizer declutters 150+ Seattle homes, donating items to refugee families. Side Hustle School Ep. 1293.
- TBT: Man Makes $100,000, Five Dollars at a Time
Man makes $50,000/month naming businesses after selling $5 jokes on Fiverr. From gig work to six figures. Side Hustle School Ep. 1286.
- TBT: These “Sweatpant Overalls” Produce Joy and Extra Pockets
Sweatpant overalls for men called "Swoveralls" become a six-figure business. Kyle Bergman's quirky comfort craze. Side Hustle School Ep. 1279.