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Hacks & Hobbies is where passions turn into profit stories. Host Junaid Ahmed interviews entrepreneurs, creators, and builders who are turning what they love into real momentum—income, confidence, community, and impact. Expect practical takeaways on podcasting, video content, home studios, personal branding, systems, and mindset—so your next idea doesn’t stay “someday.” If you’re building something (a show, a brand, a business, a better version of yourself), you’ll feel at home here.
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- Today49 min
How to Scale a Business Without Losing Your Values
In this episode:Why Sheikh believes businesses can succeed because of their valuesHow “financial gravity” can pull companies away from their original missionWhy founders should clarify what they’re truly convicted aboutHow working norms can translate values into observable behaviorHow “Start with Why” and human-centered design can guide purposeful growthTimestamps02:23 — The experience that sparked Forerunners04:58 — Bringing personal values into professional life11:33 — What values-driven organizations actually do17:56 — The hidden pressure Sheikh calls “financial gravity”27:03 — Three foundations for building a purposeful venture33:50 — Frameworks for finding your organization’s “why”36:51 — Practical steps to align your work with your valuesGuest linksForerunners: forerunners.orgLinkedIn / Instagram: Not mentioned in the transcriptBooks discussed: Start with Why by Simon Sinek; Incorruptible by Eric Ries; The Lean Startup by Eric Ries; Multipliers by Liz Wiseman 🎙 Wanna be a guest? Apply on PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/member/hacksandhobbies📖 Home Studio resources: https://homestudiobook.com🔗 LI: https://linkedin.com/in/superjunaid Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 4 days ago48 min
The “Santa for Nerds” Who Turns Your Business Into a Game You Can Actually Win
5 Key TakeawaysStop hiding behind your product.People don’t remember features; they remember you and the origin story behind why you created what you created.Story beats spreadsheets.Humans are wired to learn and buy through emotionally resonant stories, not data dumps and pitch decks.Design your business as a quest, not a grind.Use 30‑day campaigns, clear milestones, and quest rewards so you don’t burn out chasing a tiny light at the end of a 10‑year tunnel.Track your energy and tasks ruthlessly.Classify what you love/do, love/don’t do, don’t love/do, don’t love/don’t do – then batch, delegate, or delete so you’re not drained by the wrong work at the wrong time.Imposter syndrome dissolves when you turn around.You’re always someone else’s “12 out of 10.” Look back at the people on step 1, help them, and you’ll remember how far you’ve already come.Timestamps0:00:00 Business is not punishment: turning entrepreneurship into a game0:01:47 Quit selling your stuff: why hiding behind products kills your value0:05:53 The Bard’s Guide: how story beats pitch decks and wins real humans0:15:25 Designing a 30‑day quest line that actually creates revenue0:22:13 Quest rewards, dailies, and why most creatives quit too early0:26:23 Gear, “pocket people,” and the armor you wear into the marketplace0:34:14 The internal boss fight: imposter syndrome, perfectionism, and fear of being seen0:38:59 The MacGyver mindset: building with nothing but a paperclip and a problem0:41:33 What glassblowing teaches us about timing, patience, and not forcing growth0:45:45 GamifyBusiness.com, personality classes, and not living life as an NPCGuest Links – Paul Papehttps://www.paulpapedesigns.com https://www.gamifybusiness.com https://www.youtube.com/paulpapedesigns https://www.instagram.com/paulpapedesigns/ https://www.facebook.com/paulpapedesigns https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulericpape https://www.tiktok.com/@paulpapedesigns 🎙 Wanna be a guest? Apply on PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/member/hacksandhobbies📖 Home Studio resources: https://homestudiobook.com🔗 LI: https://linkedin.com/in/superjunaid Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 1 weeks ago39 min
How “Santa For Nerds” Paul Pape Turns Creative Entrepreneurs Into Game Masters (And Destroys the Starving Artist Mindset)
5 Key TakeawaysConstraints supercharge creativityWhy working for Disney, Universal, and Nickelodeon taught Paul that tight budgets, timelines, and approvals don’t kill creativity—they focus it.The real problem isn’t money, it’s translationMost creatives don’t lack talent; they lack a bridge between creative and business language. Gamify Business exists to translate MBA-speak into something artists, makers, and storytellers can use.The starving artist is an identity, not a destinyPaul shares how a “starving artist” mindset quietly forms in school, on Twitch, and in freelance life—and how shifting from selling products to selling your unique point of view breaks that cycle.Turn your business into a game you actually want to playFrom micro-rewards and naming your equipment after your clients (like a computer paid for by The Tonight Show) to thinking in quests, XP, and loot, Paul shows how to rewire your motivation and momentum.Build your party, don’t duplicate your classUsing RPG archetypes (warrior, ranger, bard, artificer, etc.), Paul explains why you should stop hiring “clones” of yourself and instead assemble a party that covers your blind spots—especially around marketing, operations, and sales.Timestamps[00:00] From props to podcasts: Who is “Santa for nerds”?Junaid introduces Paul’s 30-year creative career, from custom props for Disney & Universal to his mission to destroy the starving artist mindset.[02:30] The brutal truth about creativity inside big entertainmentPaul explains why working in major studios means constraints, committees, and cutbacks—and how limits actually sharpen creativity.[06:19] Maker to teacher: Why Gamify Business had to existHow years of coaching creatives and streaming on Twitch exposed a translation gap between creatives and business people that Gamify Business now solves.[09:49] Starving artist as identity: The hidden cost of creative educationPaul unpacks why 96% of creative grads never work in their field, and how schools train artists in craft but not in business, pricing, or positioning.[13:47] Turning work into an RPG: Rewards, loot, and the “Jimmy Rig”From grinding World of Warcraft for a motorcycle to earning a real-life gaming PC from a Jimmy Fallon gig, Paul shows how to assign rewards to every project.[20:03] NPCs, factory workers, and why humans aren’t machinesA raw look at corporate life, factory culture, and how many people are “playing life as NPCs” instead of heroes with agency, quests, and autonomy.[25:35] Character creation, party building & selling yourself (not your stuff)Paul breaks down RPG-style character sheets, business “classes,” party synergy, and why creatives must sell their story and identity—not just their products.Guest Links – Paul PapeWebsite / Framework / Work With PaulGamify Business: gamifybusiness.comBooks by Paul Pape (on Amazon)Quit Selling Your Shit – A guide for creatives to stop competing with Amazon/Walmart and start selling their unique point of view.The Game Master’s Guide to Business – How to run your business like an RPG campaign.The Bard’s Guide to Story Craft – A story-driven book that teaches you how to sell yourself through narrative and perspective.Social & Professional ProfilesLinkedIn: Search for “Paul Pape – Gamify Business”Instagram / Social: Search “Paul Pape Gamify Business” or “Santa for Nerds” to see his creative work and updates.https://www.paulpapedesigns.com https://www.gamifybusiness.com https://www.youtube.com/paulpapedesigns https://www.instagram.com/paulpapedesigns/ https://www.facebook.com/paulpapedesigns https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulericpape https://www.tiktok.com/@paulpapedesigns 🎙 Wanna be a guest? Apply on PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/member/hacksandhobbies📖 Home Studio resources: ht
- 1 weeks ago34 min
How to Train Your Intuition Like a Muscle & Stop Living in Fear
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:What intuition really is (and why it’s not a “psychic gift” reserved for a few)How to tell intuition from fear, anxiety, and wishful thinking in real timeWhy crisis, grief, and “shamanic death” often trigger spiritual awakeningHow decision fatigue and delayed choices quietly destroy your energyA 3-step “Confident Pause” practice to regulate your nervous system in 3 breathsHow to reclaim your happiness from others and stop outsourcing your joyThe power of micro-manifestations (like chocolate chip cookies and paid-off houses)Key Timestamps0:00:00 Intuition is a skill, not a giftJunaid introduces Emily Atlantis and her work helping 3,500+ people awaken their intuition and inner compass.0:01:31 What intuition really is (in plain language)Emily defines intuition as your inner compass, the inner answer you can trust—even when it tells you to quit the safe job or leave the predictable life.0:04:31 Intuition vs. fear, anxiety, and wishful thinkingHow to know if a message is from your heart or your fearful mind, and why expansion—not contraction—is the simplest test.0:06:35 Shamanic death & spiritual awakening through lossEmily’s story of holding her mother’s hand as she died, seeing Archangel Gabriel, and how crisis cracks us open to non-physical experiences.0:08:34 35,000 decisions a day & the hidden cost of delayUnderstanding decision fatigue, analysis paralysis, and why avoiding decisions drains your energy and your health.0:13:41 The real signs you’re disconnected from yourselfChronic fatigue, frequent illness, and the inability to name 10 things that make you happy—what they reveal about your inner life.0:17:56 The “Confident Pause”: 3 breaths to reset your nervous systemEmily’s Clear–Connect–Query method to regulate your body, plug into the divine, and ask “How can I take one step forward out of this?”0:21:14 Micro-manifestations, chocolate chip cookies & paid-off housesHow small, playful requests build trust in your intuitive power and open the door to bigger miracles.0:28:15 Inside Intuition Academy: from fear to freedom in six monthsWhat happens over six months of layered intuitive training, archetypes, and practice—and what actually changes in people’s lives.0:32:01 Where to start today & how to work with EmilyBreathwork, cacao ceremonies, retreats, and how to connect with Emily if you’re ready to build a real relationship with your intuition.5 Big TakeawaysIntuition is a trainable faculty, not a rare gift.It’s as real as your five physical senses—just operating in the inner, “celestial” realm: knowing, imagination, willpower, and inner guidance.Fear shrinks you; intuition expands you.Fear lives in the mind and clings to safety and single outcomes. Intuition speaks through the heart, feels expansive, and allows many paths to feeling alive.Delayed decisions are draining your life force.With roughly 35,000 decisions a day, postponing important choices stacks mental load and leads to exhaustion, illness, and chronic “I have no energy” states.You can regulate your nervous system in three breaths.Emily’s “Confident Pause” (Clear, Connect, Query) helps you move from overwhelm to grounded clarity—and delivers an honest inner answer every time, if you’re willing to act on it.Stop outsourcing your happiness to other people.When your joy is dependent on a spouse, job, or external condition, you’ve handed away your power. True intuition work starts with reclaiming that joy and asking from a place of love, not fear or comparison.Guest Links – Emily Atlantis (Atlantis Wolf)Web: https://myintuitionacademy.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/emily-atlantis-wolfIG: @DragonMedicineWomanhttps://www.instagram.com/dragonmedicinewoman/ 🎙 Wanna be a guest? Apply on PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/member/hacksandhobbies📖 Home Studio resources: https://homestudiobook.com🔗 LI: https://linkedin.com/in/superjunaid Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 2 weeks ago36 min
Former NASA CIO on Space-Grade Cyber Resilience, Satellite Threats & The Human Side of Security — with Renee Wynn
5 Key TakeawaysCybersecurity is human first, tech secondMost failures start with people, not machines. Training, culture, and clear stories matter more than shiny tools.Mission assurance = belts, suspenders, and duct tapeFrom the International Space Station to hospitals, resilience is built on redundancy, anticipation, and constant “what if” thinking.Resilience starts with one brutal questionAsk: “If I took you out at the knees, what absolutely has to keep running?” That’s where your cyber and operational priorities live.Satellites quietly run your entire lifeWeather, GPS, logistics, streaming, dating apps, the Super Bowl, even the Olympics — all depend on vulnerable space infrastructure most leaders never think about.Stories, data, and never wasting a crisisRenee turned an “F” in cybersecurity and a national security warning into a culture shift by combining vivid stories, hard evidence, and real incidents as teaching moments.Timestamps00:00 – Space-grade resilience for earthbound businessesJunaid introduces Renee and reframes cybersecurity from a checklist to life-or-death mission assurance.02:00 – “Cyber is a human problem, not a tech problem”Renee explains why fame, fun, and fortune drive attackers — and why even AI still inherits human error.04:45 – Inside NASA: life support, astronauts, and failure that’s not allowedHow mission assurance works on the ISS and why redundancy is non-negotiable.11:15 – Cyber resilience for CEOs: what really matters when everything breaksDefining truly critical systems, running scenarios, and planning for generators, paper, and people.16:20 – Turning an ‘F’ in cybersecurity into a leadership movementThe story of NASA being labeled a national security risk — and how Renee used stories and evidence to change the culture.23:20 – Why satellite security should terrify (and empower) every leaderThe hidden dependencies: weather, GPS, logistics, streaming, and how old satellites were never designed for today’s threats.30:00 – How to measure resilience and think like a mission-critical leaderUptime, time-to-react, time-to-remediate, and why multi-factor authentication is the Cinderella story of cybersecurity.Guest Links – Renee WynnWebsite: Renee Wynn – Cybersecurity, AI Risk & Board AdvisoryLinkedIn: Renee Wynn (Former CIO of NASA, Board Director & Advisor)YouTube Playlist (Recommended Cyber + AI Videos): Curated “YouTube University” for leaders and kids (as discussed in the episode)Speaking & Advisory: Mission assurance, cyber resilience, and satellite security consulting 🎙 Wanna be a guest? Apply on PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/member/hacksandhobbies📖 Home Studio resources: https://homestudiobook.com🔗 LI: https://linkedin.com/in/superjunaid Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 2 weeks ago33 min
How to Look Credible on Camera (Even If You Feel Awkward) — With Visual Branding Strategist Ana Gil
5 Key TakeawaysConfidence is a process, not a personality traitConfidence comes from preparation, repetition, and trust — in your content, your photographer/coach, and yourself — not from being “born confident” or “naturally photogenic.”Fear of judgment is why you freeze on cameraMost on-camera tension comes from worrying how others will perceive you. The antidote is clarity: clear content, clear audience, and a supportive environment where you feel seen, not judged.Your visual brand is how you show up everywhereFrom your headshots and thumbnails to your studio backdrop and wardrobe, your visuals should authentically reflect who you are — not just what’s trending.Simple preparation beats expensive gearPlanning your content, choosing and testing outfits and hair two days before, and dialing in good lighting will instantly make you look more credible, even with a basic webcam.Reps create readiness — not the other way aroundShort, consistent on-camera reps (like a 7–10 day challenge) will transform how you sound, look, and feel on video far faster than waiting to “feel ready.”Timestamps0:00:00 The real reason people freeze on cameraJunaid introduces Ana Gil and sets up the core promise: showing up confidently on video without feeling scripted, stiff, or fake.0:02:50 Fear, judgment, and the truth about confidenceAna explains why judgment — not the camera — is the real enemy, and why confidence comes from preparation and trust, not personality.0:08:40 Myths that are killing your camera confidenceAna debunks the myths that only “good-looking” or “naturally confident” people belong on camera, and Junaid shares how the right photographer changed his opportunities.0:14:30 Looking good vs. looking credible on cameraWhat “visual branding” actually means, how your studio and appearance communicate who you are, and why authenticity is part of your brand strategy.0:18:20 Building a visual brand without overthinking itHow to decide what photos and visuals you really need: from podcast art and speaker pages to newsletters, landing pages, and banners.0:25:55 The simplest instant upgrade: lightingWhy lighting beats camera quality every time, and how to use natural light and basic setups to look dramatically more professional.0:29:10 A one-week exercise to find your on-camera voiceAna’s practical exercise for practicing your story and elevator pitch on camera so you can look, sound, and feel more confident in just a week.Guest Links – Ana Gilanagilstudios.comanagilstudios instaanagilstudios youtube 🎙 Wanna be a guest? Apply on PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/member/hacksandhobbies📖 Home Studio resources: https://homestudiobook.com🔗 LI: https://linkedin.com/in/superjunaid Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 3 weeks ago25 min
How Dr. Kerry Oberbrunner Turns One Idea into 18 Revenue Streams (and Protects It in the AI Era)
How Dr. Kerry Oberbrunner Turns One Idea into 18 Revenue Streams (and Protects It in the AI Era)Episode DescriptionYou’re sitting on assets you don’t even know you own.In this powerful conversation, Dr. Kerry Oberbrunner — Wall Street Journal best-selling author, creator of Instant IP, and TEDx speaker — pulls back the curtain on how to turn your hidden intellectual property into 18 streams of income… and why if you don’t protect your ideas in the age of AI, someone else will.We go deep into the mindset shift from “I just do this thing” to “I own a proprietary framework,” how naming your process instantly increases your authority, and how blockchain is quietly becoming the truth machine for creators, coaches, founders, and thought leaders. If you’ve ever dismissed your way of doing things as “not that special,” this episode will completely reframe how you see your work — and your worth.Top 5 TakeawaysYou’re already an IP company – your frameworks, checklists, operating systems, and even color choices can be intellectual property if you name and protect them.Naming equals ownership – from Simon Sinek’s “Golden Circle” to Kerry’s “Igniting Souls Proven Process,” naming your process is the first step to building authority and defending your ideas.Blockchain as the “truth machine” – how Instant IP turns your phone into an IP engine, moving ideas from smartphone to smart contract in 60 seconds.Confidence comes from frameworks – clients trust you more (and pay more) when you show them a clear process instead of “I think I can help.”AI is accelerating IP theft – with AI tools scraping content 24/7, creators who don’t protect their ideas risk not just being copied, but being outpaced by their own stolen work.Timestamps00:00 – The question that changes everythingWhy some entrepreneurs scale effortlessly while others burn out protecting one income stream.02:07 – French Alps, flow state, and the birth of an ideaHow cycling off the grid became the catalyst for a new way to think about IP and creativity.03:06 – “Abracadabra” and the curse of self-awarenessWhy kids create fearlessly, adults don’t, and how Instant IP was born from “I create as I speak.”05:10 – Are you accidentally giving away your IP?Taylor Swift’s 300+ trademarks, the “Hacks and Hobbies” example, and why your systems are more valuable than you think.07:36 – The power of naming your processFrom Simon Sinek’s “Golden Circle” to Kerry’s “Igniting Souls Proven Process” and Junaid’s studio framework.11:29 – Smartphone to smart contract in 60 secondsHow blockchain, provenance, and certification marks turn your everyday ideas into protected assets.19:03 – Colors, scents, and a $4.7 trillion fake economyPlay-Doh’s smell, John Deere green, Tiffany blue, red soles — and what they teach creators about brand protection.21:01 – When AI stole his TEDx talkKerry’s real-life story of discovering his words copied online and the simple move that gave him leverage.23:20 – The real risk: creators who stop creatingWhy unprotected ideas lead to burnout, resentment, and lost momentum — and how Instant IP aims to fix that.Guest Links – Dr. Kerry Oberbrunner(Note: Exact URLs may vary; search the titles/names below to find the most current links.)Instant IP (App/Platform): Search for “Instant IP Kerry Oberbrunner” to access the tool and learn how to protect your ideas on blockchain.Book – “You Are an IP Company” by Dr. Kerry Oberbrunner: Available via major book retailers (Amazon, etc.) – teaches the full framework for turning ideas into IP-backed revenue streams.Podcast – Igniting Souls (and related content): Look up “Kerry Oberbrunner podcast” to find episodes, teachings, and IP-focused content.LinkedIn: Search “Kerry Oberbrunner” on LinkedIn to connect professionally and follow his latest work on IP, AI, and entrepreneurship.Website / Hub: Look for “Kerry Oberbrunner official site” or “Igniting Souls Kerry Oberbrunner” for his speaking, books, trainings, and resources. 🎙 Wanna be a guest? Apply on PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/member/hacksandhobbies📖 Home Studio
- 3 weeks ago30 min
How Soul-Level Patterns, Worthiness & Visibility Shape Your Success (And How To Rewrite Them)
Key Takeaways Soul-level patterns explained – Why your coping strategies from childhood silently become your adult identity (and how to see them clearly). Human doing vs. human being – How tying your worth to checklists, performance and productivity keeps you in pressure, burnout, and imposter syndrome. Entrepreneur vs. employee vs. caregiver – The different ways striving, control, and invisible labor show up depending on your role. The “Life is…” diagnostic – A simple sentence that reveals your core belief about life — and a process to rewrite it so you’re no longer addicted to struggle. A 60-second reset for strivers – A short, repeatable practice to release pressure, choose peace, and return to joy in the middle of a busy day. Timestamps 00:00 – Why most people don’t have a clarity problem, they have a truth problem The soul-level question behind striving, shrinking, and staying stuck. 01:27 – What are “soul-level patterns” really? Donna explains how childhood coping strategies become your adult identity. 05:11 – The high achiever trap: proving your worth through performance From “human being” to “human doing” — and why your checklist is not your value. 08:23 – Growth mindset vs. perfection: softball, skinned knees, and riding a bike How one early failure can make you hide from entire arenas of your life. 10:53 – Entrepreneurs, employees, and caregivers: same patterns, different costumes Why entrepreneurs feel everything is “up to me” and how zones of genius change everything. 14:26 – The ‘Life is…’ diagnostic: what your nervous system really believes How one unfinished sentence reveals your hidden operating system. 21:29 – Releasing the past & choosing a new foundation “My past doesn’t determine my future… unless I let it” — and what to do when old stories return. 27:01 – A 60-second reset when you’re striving instead of living Guided micro-practice to choose joy, peace, and safety in real time. 28:40 – Surrender, visibility, and living aligned on purpose Why surrender isn’t weakness, and how to make visibility feel safe, not dangerous. Guest Links – Dr. Donna Tashjian Website https://www.ivibrantliving.com/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnatashjian/ Facebook Personal: https://www.facebook.com/drtashjian/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/drtashjian/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXMFNossw9VN2QwDtVitzKg 🎙 Wanna be a guest? Apply on PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/member/hacksandhobbies📖 Home Studio resources: https://homestudiobook.com🔗 LI: https://linkedin.com/in/superjunaid Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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About Hacks and Hobbies with Junaid Ahmed
Hacks & Hobbies is where passions turn into profit stories. Host Junaid Ahmed interviews entrepreneurs, creators, and builders who are turning what they love into real momentum—income, confidence, community, and impact. Expect practical takeaways on podcasting, video content, home studios, personal branding, systems, and mindset—so your next idea doesn’t stay “someday.” If you’re building something (a show, a brand, a business, a better version of yourself), you’ll feel at home here.
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