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 through his newsletter. It was great to talk about our creative journeys and get really tactical with how we think about newsletter writing and strategy. Check out this crossover episode on his podcast: ht...
Jun 16, 2025•54 min•Season 5Ep. 34
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 an Auntie, how to create a food product that is intentional and inclusive, and her thoughts on trademarking her brand. Find her online or in Durham at: https://www.auntiesafricanicecream.com/ I'd love t...
May 29, 2025•29 min•Season 4Ep. 22
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 transitioning to a brick-and-mortar location. Zebbie compares his restaurant's growth with established names like Hattie B's and talks about the essence of creating a unique menu, including offerings like lo...
May 14, 2025•24 min•Season 4Ep. 21
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: https://open.substack.com/pub/creativitybusiness/p/podcasting-is-asking-the-wrong-question?r=c2wlt&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web Harry Morton post: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/harrymorton_this-episode-of-m...
Apr 10, 2025•14 min•Season 5Ep. 33
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 know what you'd like us to talk about next! I'd love to hear from you! Join our community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phr Support the show: Upgrade to a paid membership, or m...
Apr 07, 2025•1 hr 22 min•Season 5Ep. 32
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 know what you'd like us to talk about next! I'd love to hear from you! Join our community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phr Support the show: Upgrade to a paid membership, or m...
Apr 01, 2025•58 min•Season 5Ep. 31
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: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrplus Buy The Interview Workbook for Storytellers: https://www.blurb.com/b/11662269-interview-workbook-for-storytellers Visit the website: https://www.honeyandhustle.co Connect with Angela: YouTub...
Mar 27, 2025•1 min•Season 5Ep. 30
In this special crossover episode, I talked with Matt Gilhooly, host of the Life Shift Podcast, and we shared our experiences of completing a daily podcast challenge. We discussed the ups and downs, the planning involved, the challenges we faced, and what we learned from this ambitious project. We reflected on the different approaches we took, from batching episodes to spontaneous daily recordings. We touch on the emotional impact, the power of vulnerability, and the journey of engaging listener...
Mar 11, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Season 5Ep. 29
Why should successful business owners invest in developing their personal brand alongside their company? This episode explores how personal branding creates business opportunities, builds audience trust, and provides resilience during market changes. I share my perspectives as both a creator and business owner. Perfect for in-house creators, founders, CEOs, high-performing intrapreneurs, and business leaders looking to maximize their influence and business potential in today's relationship-drive...
Feb 28, 2025•9 min•Season 5Ep. 28
I went live on Substack today with Corey of the Black Podcasters Association and Michelle of Creators Getting Paid. This is my first time co-hosting a livestream for my creative business brand. In this episode, I share my thoughts on livestreaming as a video medium. Learn how creators can measure ROI beyond view counts, build authentic community connections, and transform live content into a sustainable content strategy. Perfect for content creators and small business owners looking to maximize ...
Feb 27, 2025•10 min•Season 5Ep. 27
There is a growing crisis of representation as Black women's voices are systematically erased from mainstream media. This episode examines the concerning pattern of cancellations affecting prominent Black women journalists and content creators, from Joy Reid's MSNBC show to NPR's "Louder than a Riot" podcast. I share why diverse perspectives are crucial for accurate storytelling, analyze the rise of independent media platforms as alternatives, and discuss sustainable models for creating accessib...
Feb 26, 2025•18 min•Season 5Ep. 26
In this episode, I talk about how social media sensation (and North Carolina native) Tabitha Brown navigates Target's changing DEI policies while maintaining her authentic voice and successful partnership. This deep dive explores Brown's journey from North Carolina to TikTok fame, her groundbreaking Target collaborations, and her graceful response to recent corporate policy shifts. Learn about her diverse product lines, multiple revenue streams, and how she continues to spread positivity while b...
Feb 25, 2025•13 min•Season 5Ep. 25
I'd love to hear from you! Join our community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phr Support the show: Upgrade to a paid membership, or make a one-time donation: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrplus Buy The Interview Workbook for Storytellers: https://www.blurb.com/b/11662269-interview-workbook-for-storytellers Visit the website: https://www.honeyandhustle.co Connect with Angela: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowell LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/an...
Feb 24, 2025•15 min•Season 5Ep. 24
James Clear is best known as the author of the New York Times best-selling book, Atomic Habits. While he hasn't published another book, he does write a weekly newsletter called 3-2-1 Thursday that shares 3 ideas, 2 quotes, and 1 question to consider. In this episode, I share some of the most compelling questions I've come across in his newsletter that have helped me think more critically and intentionally as a creative business owner and may help you as well. I'd love to hear from you! Join our ...
Feb 23, 2025•16 min•Season 5Ep. 23
YouTube and Spotify have been competing for video podcast market share, and now Netflix is reportedly jumping in the ring. This episode analyzes recent developments including YouTube's Premium Lite announcement, Netflix's potential entry into video podcasting, and Spotify's strategic moves. I talk about why YouTube might have the upper hand in indie content, Netflix's strengths in cultural moments, and Spotify's rapid adaptation to video. Hear my two cents on how these streaming platforms are ev...
Feb 22, 2025•16 min•Season 5Ep. 22
Community building costs money. In this episode, I explore how IRL events and social platforms have transformed the way we build relationships, create communities, and derive value from our connections. I’m pulling from my own experience and reflections from a few sources listed below. I’m sharing real world examples of the cost and potential revenue associated with building paid memberships and hosting in-person events as well as variations on the types of online communities that connect in rea...
Feb 21, 2025•18 min•Season 5Ep. 21
I've published tons of free education on this podcast, my YouTube channel, and my newsletter (linked below). I've never tried to monetize any of the information I put out, but I do want to develop a paid digital product sooner rather than later. Specifically, I'd love to create a video course on storytelling for creators and entrepreneurs looking to grow their personal brand. So what's been holding me back? Here's my semi-structured stream of consciousness about what this process will look like ...
Feb 20, 2025•7 min•Season 5Ep. 20
In this episode, I’m exploring the meteoric rise and dramatic fall of Twitter Spaces and the live audio social media trend. From its competition with Clubhouse to its decline under new ownership, discover why this once-promising feature lost its momentum and what it means for the future of social audio platforms. Perfect for social media managers, content creators, and anyone interested in the evolution of digital communication trends. I'd love to hear from you! Join our community, Please Hustle...
Feb 19, 2025•6 min•Season 5Ep. 19
In the past 8 years, I've learned a lot about being a creative entrepreneur, and I still have a lot to learn. In the meantime, I'm sharing 8 things I wish I knew when I started. Perfect for freelancers, content creators, and anyone looking to build a sustainable creative business and take care of themselves in the process. Check out my episode with Kasem below: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0E9J77rWskkIcEJYlQPLHZ?si=Ac2rPbBsSvmPtJPvaP_6AQ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/...
Feb 18, 2025•10 min•Season 5Ep. 18
Discover how Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) are play a key role increasing Black entrepreneurship through innovative programs, mentorship, and community partnerships. So many colleges have implemented successful initiatives that are creating the next generation of Black business leaders through targeting the relationship with current Black-owned businesses and student entrepreneurs. I take a look at the impact HBCUs have on Black economic mobility and why increased investme...
Feb 17, 2025•8 min•Season 5Ep. 17
Stephen Satterfield is the sommelier and restaurant industry veteran behind Whetstone Magazine, Whetstone Radio Collective, and Hone. His food media empire inspires me so much, and I love how he's showing the incredible ways a niche can be a wealth of opportunity. I discovered him on High on the Hog, the Netflix docuseries. If you're hungry, don't listen to this. I'd love to hear from you! Join our community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phr Support the show: Upgrade...
Feb 16, 2025•5 min•Season 5Ep. 16
Fawn Weaver is the founder of Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey, named after the Black distiller who taught Jack Daniel, Nearest Green. She was named Ebony's Entrepreneur of the Year for a reason. She's done what many have not – achieved unicorn status without venture capital or a celebrity endorsement. Hear how she did it and is helping others do the same. I'd love to hear from you! Join our community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phr Support the show: Upgrade to a paid...
Feb 15, 2025•6 min•Season 5Ep. 15
Tope Awotona is the founder of one of the few Black-owned startups to reach unicorn status, Calendly. The popular scheduling app is used by millions of people. Check out his story, and incredible example of leadership. I'd love to hear from you! Join our community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phr Support the show: Upgrade to a paid membership, PHR+: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrplus Tools we use to make this show: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/digitaltools Spon...
Feb 14, 2025•5 min•Season 5Ep. 14
Arlan Hamilton is the founder of one of the few Black and woman-owned venture capital firms in existence, Backstage Capital. However, her story started from humble beginnings, right here in Durham, North Carolina. Hear part of her story, and why I think she's one of the best marketers in the venture capital space. I'd love to hear from you! Join our community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phr Support the show: Upgrade to a paid membership, PHR+: https://link.honeyand...
Feb 13, 2025•3 min•Season 5Ep. 13
MatPat is the creator of the Game Theory YouTube channel, and all it's spinoff/sister channels, recently shared some incredible advice on how they approach work-life balance (if there is such a thing). It helped me articulate how I want to build a life I love that fulfills me personally and creatively. I hope it helps you, too. I'd love to hear from you! Join our community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phr Support the show: Upgrade to a paid membership, PHR+: https:/...
Feb 12, 2025•3 min•Season 5Ep. 12
Want to give back to your community without running your business into the ground? Here's a rule shared by a previous guest that I still use to this day. You can find my full conversation with David Meeker below: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-a-positive-social-impact-with-your-business/id1541552623?i=1000606311382 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6HzsJkfaV9yIp4IxmV2Twv?si=O7CdcwTyQRy-SaGsOk_tGQ I'd love to hear from you! Join our community, Please Hustle Responsibly:...
Feb 11, 2025•3 min•Season 5Ep. 11
I create, a lot. Not just for clients, but for myself. Here's how I never run out of ideas, and a system that may help you create more often. I'd love to hear from you! Join our community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phr Support the show: Upgrade to a paid membership, PHR+: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrplus Tools we use to make this show: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/digitaltools Sponsor The Podcast: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/sponsors Buy The Interview Wor...
Feb 10, 2025•4 min•Season 5Ep. 10
I'd love to hear from you! Join our community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phr Support the show: Upgrade to a paid membership, PHR+: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrplus Tools we use to make this show: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/digitaltools Sponsor The Podcast: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/sponsors Buy The Interview Workbook for Storytellers: https://www.blurb.com/b/11662269-interview-workbook-for-storytellers Connect with Angela: YouTube: https://www.youtube...
Feb 10, 2025•7 min•Season 5Ep. 9
Blavity is one the leading Black-led media platforms featuring editorial and branded content specifically aimed at Black millennial and Gen Z audiences. Blavity was founded by Morgan DeBaun in 2014, with the help of 3 coworkers who all lived in Silicon Valley. She bootstrapped the company for $250,000 of her own money, then successfully raised her first round of venture capital. What started as a newsletter is now a digital platform garnering millions of views each month, and home to Shadow and ...
Feb 08, 2025•9 min•Season 5Ep. 8
Notion AI is the only AI I use on a regular basis, so I decided to share with you one of it's most beneficial use cases - a strategic consultant. I asked Notion to analyze my progress on my goals for 2024 and give me a gameplan for the last quarter of the year. Here's how it went and the prompts I used. Here's my annual planner template in Notion: https://angelahollowell.notion.site/Yearly-Digest-Template-16e087c6d52d80709c6cfabfae3c1f13?pvs=4 Try Notion for free: https://affiliate.notion.so/206...
Feb 07, 2025•6 min•Season 5Ep. 7
