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Honey & Hustle
by Angela Hollowell
Honey & Hustle is a video podcast featuring conversations with underrepresented creative entrepreneurs, small business owners, and non-profit founders in North Carolina. On this show, you can expect vulnerability, motivation, laughs, and candid discussions about what it takes to pursue meaningful work that makes a positive impact. This is where storytelling and entrepreneurship collide to give you a real-world MBA that feels like a movie. Grab some popcorn, a pad, and your favorite pen. Hosted and produced by Angela Hollowell.
Episodes
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10 Years of Creativity, Community, and Hitting Publish. - Lessons From a Decade as a Creative Entrepreneur
If you'd like to read this episode, you can find it here: https://www.pleasehustleresponsibly.com/p/at-best-this-life-will-be-creative-experiments Thanks for listening! Let's keep the convo going: Join the community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://pleasehustleresponsibly.com/ Find all…
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The Patreon Problem: Why the Creator Membership Pioneer Is Falling Behind
You can read the article here: https://www.pleasehustleresponsibly.com/p/the-patreon-problem Thanks for listening! Let's keep the convo going: Join the community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://pleasehustleresponsibly.com/ Find all episodes here…
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Creative Business Lessons From 24 Books: Build a Career You Actually Want
Check out the book club series here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5FB3PloazaLc8hHsYuwezi?si=730ad-eWSPCRCZwZIKTLsA Thanks for listening! Let's keep the convo going: Join the community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://pleasehustleresponsibly.com/ Find all episodes here:...
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I Spend $2,426 a Year to Run My Media Business
You can read this episode here: https://www.pleasehustleresponsibly.com/p/i-spend-2426-a-year-to-run-my-media-business Thanks for listening! Let's keep the convo going: Join the community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://pleasehustleresponsibly.com/ YouTube:...
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How I’m Building a Sustainable Media Business (Mid-Year Review + What I’m Changing)
How did the first 6 months of the year look for you and your business? What are you doubling down on, improving, or changing in the second half of the year? Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:54 6-month snapshot 4:41 Concerns 7:18 Changes and Adjustments 23:13 High Hopes Thanks for listening! Let's keep the...
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Behind the Scenes: 2026 Q1 Reflection (media business story update)
Timestamps: 00:47 Honey & Hustle 2:38 Melanin MVP 6:56 Please Hustle Responsibly 8:51 YouTube 9:05 Overall Thoughts Thanks for listening! Let's keep the convo going: Join the community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://pleasehustleresponsibly.com/ Find all episodes here:...
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Best of 2026 Honey & Hustle Book Club: Top Lessons from 24 Business Books for Creative Minds
Binge-listen to the entire series here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5FB3PloazaLc8hHsYuwezi?si=DcC30MnsRE23TC_NbJ7Xbg Thanks for listening! Let's keep the convo going: Join the community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://pleasehustleresponsibly.com/ Find all episodes here:...
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The Honey & Hustle Eras Tour (But Make It a Podcast)
Thank you for 6 incredible years! Cheers to (at least) 6 more! RSVP to our livestream celebration here, Friday March 13th, 2026 at 6PM: https://open.substack.com/live-stream/123962?utm_source=live-stream-scheduled-upsell Thanks for listening! Let's keep the convo going: Join the community, Please...
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12 Lessons from 120+ Podcast Interviews (How to Make a Better Show)
I'm sharing 12 Lessons from 120+ Interviews here on Honey & Hustle that will help you create a better podcast (I think). Get 5 years of hard-earned podcast production wisdom in 10 minutes or less. If you'd prefer to read this, you can do so here:...
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Creator Expertise: Learn Faster by Teaching What You Know — The Diary of a CEO
In this episode, I'm diving into The Diary of a CEO: The 33 Laws of Business and Life by Steven Bartlett, specifically Law 2: To Master it, you must create an obligation to teach it. Steven is not only the author of this insightful book but also the host of the wildly popular Diary of a CEO...
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Purposeful Business: Say No to Good Opportunities — Rewrite Your Rules
Today, I'm diving into Rewrite Your Rules by Morgan DeBaun, the brilliant CEO and founder of Blavity. If you've been following the show a while, you'll remember that I featured Morgan in last year's February/Black History Month daily podcast challenge (linked below). Since then, I've been…
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Creator Careers: When One Failed Dream Reveals Another — Successful Failure
In this episode, I'm diving into Successful Failure by Kevin Fredericks (KevOnStage), specifically the chapter "Where Hoop Dreams Go to Die." Successful Failure by Kevin Fredericks is a New York Times bestseller that explores how flops, failures, and detours can actually pave the way to real...
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Customer Experience: Create Moments People Never Forget — Unreasonable Hospitality
In this episode, I dive into Chapter 2 of Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara, a book that's been on my radar since I first spotted it in a coworking space in Mobile, Alabama. This chapter explores the foundation of creating exceptional experiences and the philosophy behind going above and...
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I read a chapter of Tiny Experiments by Anne-Laure le Cunff for you (business book)
In this episode, I'm diving into Tiny Experiments by Anne-Laure Le Cunff, specifically exploring the chapter titled "Why Goal Setting is Broken." Anne-Laure Le Cunff is the brilliant mind behind Ness Labs, a newsletter with over 100,000 readers. Her work focuses on mindful productivity, creative...
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Personal Growth: Everything We Got Wrong About Happiness — The New Happy
In this episode, I'm diving into The New Happy by Stephanie Harrison and sharing my thoughts on the chapter "How We Got It All So Wrong." I first discovered Stephanie's work through her brand, The New Happy, which features vibrant and colorful illustrations that beautifully capture emotions like...
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Meaningful Work: When Finding Your Purpose Becomes a Trap — The Pathless Path
In this episode, I dive into The Pathless Path by Paul Millerd, exploring two powerful chapters that challenge conventional thinking about work and purpose: The Trap of Meaningful Work and We Want to be Useful. Can the pursuit of "meaningful work" become a trap that keeps us stuck? Paul Millerd...
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Business Storytelling: Lead With Stories People Remember — Super Skill
In this episode, I'm diving into Super Skill by Joe Lazer, specifically the chapter titled "Lead Through Stories." Stories are one of the most effective tools for leaders to communicate vision, values, and lessons in a way that resonates emotionally with their team. Unlike facts and data alone,...
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Customer Experience: Break the Rules and Build Loyal Fans — Banana Ball
In this episode, I dive into Jesse Cole's "Banana Ball" and explore the chapter titled "Changing the Game." This chapter reveals how Jesse Cole revolutionized baseball by challenging traditional norms and creating an entertainment experience that puts fans first. The Savannah Bananas didn't just...
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Sustainable Productivity: Do Fewer Things Exceptionally Well — Slow Productivity
In this episode, I dive into Cal Newport's Slow Productivity, focusing on the chapter titled "Obsess Over Quality." This chapter explores how a relentless focus on producing high-quality work can be more sustainable and fulfilling than simply working to make more money. In this chapter, Cal…
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Founder Resilience: Rebuilding After Your Business Burns Down — I Hope You Fail
Welcome back to the Book Club! Today I'm diving into I Hope You Fail by Pinky Cole, specifically the chapter titled "I Hope Your Business Burns Down." In this powerful chapter, Pinky Cole shares the story of when her first restaurant literally burned down—and how that devastating loss became the...
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Career Growth: Why Investing in Yourself Pays Off — The Memo
In this episode, I dive into Minda Harts' powerful book The Memo, specifically exploring the chapter "Invest in Yo'self." This chapter is a call to action for women of color to prioritize their own growth, well-being, and career development. Self-investment is non-negotiable and professional...
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Creative Longevity: How to Keep Going When You’re Stuck — Keep Going
In this episode, I'm diving into Keep Going by Austin Kleon, exploring three chapters: Chapter 1: Every day is groundhog day - Embracing the daily practice and routine that keeps creativity alive Chapter 5: The Ordinary + Extra Attention = The Extraordinary: Find magic in mundane, daily life....
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Founder Success: Why Nobody Is Truly Self-Made — It’s About Damn Time
In this episode, I'm diving into It's About Damn Time by Arlan Hamilton—a powerful memoir and guide from the founder of Backstage Capital. Arlan shares her journey from being homeless to becoming one of the most influential venture capitalists, all while championing underrepresented founders. I...
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Creative Practice: Why Side Projects Produce Better Work — Steal Like an Artist
In this episode, I dive into Steal Like an Artist by Austin Kleon—a creative manifesto that encourages us to embrace influence, remix ideas, and find our own artistic voice. Chapter Side projects and hobbies are important: They're where experimentation happens and where your best ideas often...
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Creator Careers: Turning YouTube Into a Dream Job — Binge
In this episode, I'm diving into Binge by Tyler Oakley, the memoir from one of YouTube's most iconic creators. I focused on three chapters with stories and topics that really stood out to me: Learning He Was a Stereotypical Gay: Tyler's candid reflections on discovering and embracing his identity...
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Startup Strategy: How Airbnb Bootstrapped a Global Brand — How I Built This
In this episode, I'm diving into How I Built This by Guy Raz, exploring the incredible story of how Airbnb's cofounders bootstrapped their way to building one of the most recognizable brands in the world. I focused on the chapter detailing Airbnb's early days—when Brian Chesky, Joe Gebbia, and...
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Content Marketing: Earn Attention Before Asking for It — Earn It
What do Nardwaur, Shopify, Red Hat, and Slack have in common? They're all featured in Earn It by Steve Pratt. Steve is the previous co-founder of Pacific Content, and he wrote this book as an homage to his career in podcasting and marketing. I read some excerpts from Chapter 3, Opposite Strategy,...
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Founder Productivity: Manage Your Energy, Not Your Time — Energize
In this episode, I dive into Simon Alexander Ong's Energize, specifically exploring the chapter titled "Manage Your Energy, Not Your Time." This chapter really encapsulate the ethos of the book by giving your practical stories and frameworks for identifying your peak energy time, protecting your...
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Creative Growth: Why Imperfect Work Can Be Better — Hidden Potential
In this episode, I dive into Adam Grant's Hidden Potential, specifically exploring the chapter titled "The Imperfectionists." This chapter challenges our conventional understanding of excellence and reveals why embracing the right imperfections might be the key to unlocking our greatest…
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Creator Ethics: When Your Values Conflict With Your Platform — Opinions
In this episode, I'm diving into Opinions by Roxanne Gay—a collection of essays that challenges us to think critically about the world around us. Opinions doesn't shy away from complexity—it embraces it, giving us permission to hold nuanced views in a world that often demands binary thinking.…
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Business Communication: Write Less and Say More — Smart Brevity
In this episode, I dive into Smart Brevity by Jim VandeHei, Mike Allen, and Roy Schwartz—the brilliant minds behind Axios and Politico. This book is a masterclass in cutting through the noise and communicating with clarity and impact. Chapters I Covered The Art of the Newsletter: How to craft...
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Creator Sponsorships: Charge More and Avoid Contract Traps — Sponsor Magnet
Today, I read a few sections from Sponsor Magnet by Justin Moore. This book covers everything from pitch to publishing, and more. Sections Covered Don't Outsource the Business Stuff Engineering Win-Win-Win Sponsorships Common Mistakes and Contract Pitfalls When to Charge More vs. When to Work for...
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Creator Business: Make Money Without Selling Out — Show Your Work
In this episode, I dive into Chapter 9 of Show Your Work by Austin Kleon, titled "Sell Out." Key Takeaways from Chapter 9: "Sell Out" Keep your day job: Kleon emphasizes that having a stable income allows you to create freely without the pressure of monetizing everything immediately. Don't be...
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2 Years of Please Hustle Responsibly. Celebrating growth, community, and what's next.
If you prefer to read this episode, you can find the original article here: https://www.pleasehustleresponsibly.com/p/2-years-of-please-hustle-responsibly Thanks for listening! Let's keep the convo going: Join the community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://pleasehustleresponsibly.com/ Find all...
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Music Business in North Carolina: Hip Hop Industry Insights with 9th Wonder (Grammy Winner)
I sat down with the legendary 9th Wonder and had a conversation I didn't even know I needed. We talked about the start of Jamla Records, the relationship between basketball and hip-hop, what it's like being a music artist outside major music hubs, and so much more. Thanks for listening! Let's…
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I Talked to the Podcaster Telling You How Creators Getting Paid
In this episode, I spoke with Michelle Jackson of Creators Getting Paid to discuss the intricacies of growing our online businesses this year. We focused on building community, monetizing original media and products, and the importance of rest and balance. We share our personal experiences and...
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Leave social media and grow your creative business. | Seth Werkheiser
This is a slightly edited version of my conversation with Seth Werkheiser, founder of the Social Media Escape Club newsletter. We spoke on Substack live about leaving LinkedIn (and social media in general), and what it truly looks like to build your own newsletter and website. I hope you enjoy…
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My Mid-Year Creative Business Report Card
This is a 3-part episode where I share my reflections, progress toward my yearly goals, and creative experiments for the first half of the year. Thanks for listening! Let's keep the convo going: Join the community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://pleasehustleresponsibly.beehiiv.com/ Find all...
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The Southeasts Hottest Tech Conference (literally) | Inside Sloss Tech 2025
I attended Sloss Tech 2025 in Birmingham, AL to connect with folks building local ecosystems, media, and marketing companies. Here are my thoughts and reflections. Original article can be found here: https://pleasehustleresponsibly.beehiiv.com/p/the-south-s-hottest-tech-conference Thanks for...
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Why Businesses Are Crushing it on Threads (And How You Can Too!)
Our latest guest is Michelle Thames, the founder of Thames Media Solutions and the host of the Social Media Decoded podcast. She shared her tips for leveraging the newest social media platform from Instagram, Threads, for business. Here's a short masterclass on creating engaging content, building…
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Elevator Pitch - Reviewing 6 Women Business Owner Pitches with Dionne McGee (Business Coach)
In this segment of Honey and Hustle, I am joined by Dionne McGee, founder of Dionne McGee Enterprises, to critique and provide feedback on elevator pitches submitted by six incredible women entrepreneurs. These women, from diverse industries, present their pitches, and Dionne and I discuss their...
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Elevator Pitch trailer - a new series on Honey & Hustle
We're starting a new series and a new season on Honey & Hustle. Submit your elevator pitch to be considered in the next episode! Submit here: https://forms.gle/HNwmKoR3CaGmtoZi8 Thanks for listening! Let's keep the convo going: Join the community, Please Hustle Responsibly:...
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Substack Live Replay: Featuring Daniel Hunter, the founder of IndieThinkers
In this Substack Live conversation, I spoke with Daniel Hunter, the founder of IndieThinkers. I share the origin story of my newsletter community, Please Hustle Responsibly, which started from my early 2023 posts on Medium before transitioning to Substack and later beehiiv. We also discussed the...
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Write, Publish, Repeat. How we started our newsletters on beehiiv
I sit down with fellow podcaster, small business owner, and newsletter writer Brian Ondrako to talk about our journey to writing newsletters in beehiiv. He started his podcast, Just Get Started, in 2017 and has published over 450 episodes. He's now leveraging his sales expertise to help others...
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An African Ice Cream Maker’s Recipe for Standing Out | North Carolina Black Woman-Owned Business
I sat down with Samantha Kotey, founder of Auntie's Ice Cream, and a lawyer by day. We talked about her journey into making ice cream and then into making a business. Her flavors paint the picture of the African diaspora, inviting your taste buds along for the ride. We explore what it means to be...
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Birmingham’s Best-Kept Business Secret (Founder Story) | Alabama Restaurant Business
In this episode, Zebbie Carney shares their journey of establishing Eugene's Hot Chicken in Birmingham. Starting from humble beginnings with a food truck at local breweries and companies to opening a restaurant in Uptown near the BJCC, our conversation discusses the challenges and rewards of...
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The Good, The Bad & The Audio: An Honest Review of Podcast Movement 2025
I went to Podcast Movement Evolutions for the first time last week. Chicago was a beautiful backdrop, even though a little rainy. This is the audio version of my written recap. Let me know what you think and subscribe to the newsletter if you haven't already! Steve Pratt article:...
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Substack Live Replay: Monetizing a Newsletter
I joined Corey (Black Podcasters Association, BlkPodNews) and Michelle (Creators Getting Paid) live on Susbtack to talk about building a newsletter community. If you missed us live, I hope you can join us for the next one! Subscribe to my newsletter below to be notified when we go live. Let me…
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Substack Live Replay: Building a Newsletter Community
I joined Corey (Black Podcasters Association, BlkPodNews) and Michelle (Creators Getting Paid) live on Susbtack to talk about building a newsletter community. If you missed us live, I hope you can join us for the next one! Subscribe to my newsletter below to be notified when we go live. Let me…
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I’ll see you at Podcast Movement Evolutions 2025 in Chicago!
I'm headed to Podcast Movement Evolutions! Say hello if you're in Chicago! I'd love to hear from you! Join our community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://pleasehustleresponsibly.beehiiv.com/ Support the show: Upgrade to a paid membership, or make a one-time donation:...
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Honey & Hustle is a video podcast featuring conversations with underrepresented creative entrepreneurs, small business owners, and non-profit founders in North Carolina. On this show, you can expect vulnerability, motivation, laughs, and candid discussions about what it takes to pursue meaningful work that makes a positive impact. This is where storytelling and entrepreneurship collide to give you a real-world MBA that feels like a movie. Grab some popcorn, a pad, and your favorite pen. Hosted and produced by Angela Hollowell.
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