The Bloggy Friends Show

This might be the most honest, unfiltered conversation about being a content creator you'll ever hear. Robert and Ashley have known each other since they were teenagers working at a movie theater, and now they're both navigating the chaos of making money as content creators in an AI-disrupted world—and they're holding nothing back.From admitting they both hate social media (while being on it constantly) to confessing they still don't know what they want to be when they grow up, this accountability session covers building service pages, cross-promotion strategies, the struggle of having creative minds without business brains, and why "doing what you love" still requires figuring out how to eat. Robert commits to finally monetizing Crooked Table Productions properly, Ashley shares her fitness podcast pivot, and they both agree: you can't just have a blog anymore in 2025. Fair warning—this episode includes tangents about ramen noodles, station prep, and whether Famous Ashley Grant is actually a porn site.

Michelle walked away from her travel blog for years—until a chance conversation convinced her to give it one more shot. Eighteen months later, she's consistently earning $2,000+ per month through ads and affiliate commissions, despite Google's algorithm updates that destroyed many travel sites. She shares how she finally learned SEO properly, which monetization methods work best for travel content, and why posting about the "why" behind travel (not just the "what") completely changed her traffic. Plus, hear about the time she paid $100 to see the Matterhorn and only saw a white blizzard.

Josh Elledge has been featured in media 3,000 times and appeared on nearly 500 podcasts—and he says there's no better way to build relationships with decision-makers than podcasting. Forget cold emails and LinkedIn DMs; Josh reveals his "three-week warm-up" method that converts 30-60% of podcast hosts into interview opportunities. He explains why most podcast guesting agencies are doing it wrong, how to identify which shows are actually worth your time, and why leading with generosity (not desperation) is the only sales strategy you need.

Jeff Rose went from 25,000 followers to over 370,000 in one year—and made six figures doing it. What started as cross-posting Instagram reels to Facebook accidentally turned into a lucrative business when he discovered Facebook was paying creators for content he didn't even know was monetizable. In this episode, Jeff breaks down his exact posting schedule (yes, he posts 20+ times daily), reveals which content formats pay the most, and explains why screenshots of other people's tweets became his secret weapon for consistent five-figure months.

Amanda Bond drove 23,000 visits to a blog using nothing but Facebook posts—and she's revealing exactly how she did it. After stepping away from social media for two years, Amanda discovered Facebook had transformed into a discoverability platform similar to TikTok, and she's been posting 5+ times daily ever since. Learn her strategy for finding what content performs, when to reshare winning posts, and why she believes Facebook is the biggest opportunity for content creators right now—even if you're starting with zero followers.Find Amanda Bond online https://www.facebook.com/theadstrategist

Rhonda Goode watched her entire family suffer from diabetes, high blood pressure, and immobility—and she decided she wouldn't be next. At 35, she joined a gym and started a 14-year transformation that would see her lose 120 pounds, five dress sizes, and completely rewrite her family's health story.This isn't your typical fitness inspiration episode filled with quick fixes and empty promises. Rhonda's philosophy is brutally honest: no pills, no patches, no shakes, no surgery, and sitting equals dying. She shares the harsh reality of watching her mother become a prisoner in her own body, why motivation is overrated (discipline is everything), and what really happens when you prioritize movement over everything else. If you've ever used your desk job as an excuse, Rhonda's coming for you with truth bombs you need to hear.

This might be the most honest, unfiltered conversation about being a content creator you'll ever hear. Robert and Ashley have known each other since they were teenagers working at a movie theater, and now they're both navigating the chaos of making money as content creators in an AI-disrupted world—and they're holding nothing back.From admitting they both hate social media (while being on it constantly) to confessing they still don't know what they want to be when they grow up, this accountability session covers building service pages, cross-promotion strategies, the struggle of having creative minds without business brains, and why "doing what you love" still requires figuring out how to eat. Robert commits to finally monetizing Crooked Table Productions properly, Ashley shares her fitness podcast pivot, and they both agree: you can't just have a blog anymore in 2025. Fair warning—this episode includes tangents about ramen noodles, station prep, and whether Famous Ashley Grant is actually a porn site.

Are you using AI the right way? Tune into this episode and find out!More Show Notes From This Episode:What’s up my bloggy friends! I'm slowly updating the show notes for this and every episode of The Bloggy Friends Show. My new home base for all things Bloggy Friends can be found here: https://www.famousashleygrant.com/podcast/Be sure to follow me on social: Facebook | Instagram | X | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube-------------------------------------------------------------------This podcast is supported by affiliate partnerships. Please check out a few of our partners below:– Start a podcast today here: https://rss.com?via=famous– Create content from your own voice with Castmagic's Suite of AI Tools: https://get.castmagic.io/dcjy15cirnts– Want to help support our show? Buy a girl a drink perhaps? https://ko-fi.com/famousashleygrant– Need content for your podcast or blog? Check out Tools for Motivation!The links above are affiliate links. This means my podcast will receive a small commission if you order through any of them at no additional cost to you. Affiliate commissions are one of the ways my podcast makes money so that I can create episodes free of charge. If you do purchase anything from my links, I sincerely would like to thank you for your support!

What if you could write a book in a weekend? Psychiatric nurse practitioner Andrew Hewitt did exactly that, creating four comprehensive business books in just 60 hours by using AI as an interview coach instead of a ghostwriter. In this game-changing episode, Andrew reveals his exact process for turning his expertise into published books without spending years writing or letting AI put words in his mouth.Ashley and Andrew dive deep into the ethical way to use AI for content creation, the difference between having AI write for you versus having it guide you, and why this method works brilliantly for experts who are too busy to write but have knowledge worth sharing. Andrew also shares his incredible journey from homelessness to running three successful companies, his philosophy on betting on yourself, and how he helps other healthcare practitioners break free from corporate jobs to build their own practices. Plus, hear the inspiring story of how he refused to let a colleague give up on her dreams, leading to a thriving practice and a lasting friendship built on collaboration over competition.Get Andrew's BooksFrom Clinic to CEO: The Nurse Practitioner’s Blueprint to Building a Thriving Private Practice https://amzn.to/47FpGKcFrom Clinic to CEO – Book 2: Growth Mode https://amzn.to/3WJJvekFrom Clinic to CEO Book 3: Building a Thriving Multi-Provider Practice https://amzn.to/47PJT00From Clinic to CEO Book 4: Prescription for Promotion: Marketing Tactics That Heal Your Bottom Line https://amzn.to/4nIwvjYFollow Andrew on social media https://www.instagram.com/andrewaprn/This podcast is supported by affiliate partnerships. Please check out a few of our partners below:– Start a podcast today here: https://rss.com?via=famous– Create content from your own voice with Castmagic's Suite of AI Tools: https://get.castmagic.io/dcjy15cirnts– Want to help support our show? Buy a girl a drink perhaps? https://ko-fi.com/famousashleygrant– Need content for your podcast or blog? Check out Tools for Motivation!The links above are affiliate links. This means my podcast will receive a small commission if you order through any of them at no additional cost to you. Affiliate commissions are one of the ways my podcast makes money so that I can create episodes free of charge. If you do purchase anything from my links, I sincerely would like to thank you for your support!

Make money blogging by changing your mindset? Yep! That's what we're jammin on!In this episode, I'm having a complete and total fan girl moment. 😍😍😍I've been a fan of the amazing Sandy Forster for YEARS! I have 2 print copies and one digital copy of her bestselling book How to Be Wildly Wealthy Fast, and I was so stoked to get the chance to interview her for an article on money mindset for entrepreneurs for Godaddy earlier this year. You can check out that article here. This episode features the full recording of that awesome interview, and I wanted to share it with all of my bloggy friends to show you what is possible when you step into the belief that with inspired action, thoughts truly can become things and change your life! Grab Sandy's book here: https://amzn.to/40YY2DnGet Sandy's resources for free at wildlywealthyfree.comMore Show Notes From This Episode:What’s up my bloggy friends! I'm slowly updating the show notes for this and every episode of The Bloggy Friends Show. My new home base for all things Bloggy Friends can be found here: https://www.famousashleygrant.com/podcast/Be sure to follow me on social: Facebook | Instagram | X | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube-------------------------------------------------------------------This podcast is supported by affiliate partnerships. Please check out a few of our partners below:– Start a podcast today here: https://rss.com?via=famous– Create content from your own voice with Castmagic's Suite of AI Tools: https://get.castmagic.io/dcjy15cirnts– Want to help support our show? Buy a girl a drink perhaps? https://ko-fi.com/famousashleygrant– Need content for your podcast or blog? Check out Tools for Motivation!The links above are affiliate links. This means my podcast will receive a small commission if you order through any of them at no additional cost to you. Affiliate commissions are one of the ways my podcast makes money so that I can create episodes free of charge. If you do purchase anything from my links, I sincerely would like to thank you for your support!

Have you ever wondered what it takes to transform a story swimming in your head into a published cozy mystery novel? What if keeping a two-year writing secret from your family could lead to seeing your book on Barnes & Noble's website?Join Ashley Grant as she chats with Robin Stephanie (aka Masshole Mommy) about her journey from blogger to published author of "The Deadly Garden," the first book in the Driftwood Cove mystery series. Robin reveals her meticulous outlining process, from creating detailed character profiles to building a "series bible" that keeps her fictional Massachusetts town consistent across books.Discover how a podcast about Charles Manson's use of belladonna sparked an entire murder mystery plot, why Robin chose to write family-friendly cozy mysteries instead of gritty crime fiction, and the surprising upfront costs of self-publishing that most new authors don't expect.Robin shares her promotional strategies, from local book signings to AI-generated social media images, plus why her Google search history ("how quickly can you die from belladonna poisoning?") would probably land her on an FBI watchlist. She also discusses her paranormal podcast "The Gen X Couple" and teases details about book two in her series.Whether you're an aspiring mystery writer, cozy fiction fan, or curious about the self-publishing journey, this episode offers practical insights into turning creative ideas into published reality.Get book links and episode resources at famousashleygrant.com/deadlygardenThis podcast is supported by affiliate partnerships. Please check out a few of our partners below:– Start a podcast today here: https://rss.com?via=famous– Create content from your own voice with Castmagic's Suite of AI Tools: https://get.castmagic.io/dcjy15cirnts – Want to help support our show? Buy a girl a drink perhaps? https://ko-fi.com/famousashleygrant– Need content for your podcast or blog? Check out Tools for Motivation!The links above are affiliate links. This means my podcast will receive a small commission if you order through any of them at no additional cost to you. Affiliate commissions are one of the ways my podcast makes money so that I can create episodes free of charge. If you do purchase anything from my links, I sincerely would like to thank you for your support!

Let's chat about Getting Media Attention for a Blog. It's easier than you might think!Josh's Links:https://upmyinfluence.com/about/https://twitter.com/joshelledgehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/joshelledge/https://www.instagram.com/josh.elledge/https://www.youtube.com/@UpMyInfluence/videosMore Show Notes From This Episode:What’s up my bloggy friends! I'm slowly updating the show notes for this and every episode of The Bloggy Friends Show. My new home base for all things Bloggy Friends can be found here: https://www.famousashleygrant.com/podcast/Be sure to follow me on social: Facebook | Instagram | X | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube-------------------------------------------------------------------This podcast is supported by affiliate partnerships. Please check out a few of our partners below:– Start a podcast today here: https://rss.com?via=famous– Create content from your own voice with Castmagic's Suite of AI Tools: https://get.castmagic.io/dcjy15cirnts– Want to help support our show? Buy a girl a drink perhaps? https://ko-fi.com/famousashleygrant– Need content for your podcast or blog? Check out Tools for Motivation!The links above are affiliate links. This means my podcast will receive a small commission if you order through any of them at no additional cost to you. Affiliate commissions are one of the ways my podcast makes money so that I can create episodes free of charge. If you do purchase anything from my links, I sincerely would like to thank you for your support!

Can You Start an Online Business for Five Bucks? Tune in and Find Out!More Show Notes From This Episode:What’s up my bloggy friends! I'm slowly updating the show notes for this and every episode of The Bloggy Friends Show. My new home base for all things Bloggy Friends can be found here: https://www.famousashleygrant.com/podcast/Be sure to follow me on social: Facebook | Instagram | X | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube-------------------------------------------------------------------This podcast is supported by affiliate partnerships. Please check out a few of our partners below:– Start a podcast today here: https://rss.com?via=famous– Create content from your own voice with Castmagic's Suite of AI Tools: https://get.castmagic.io/dcjy15cirnts– Want to help support our show? Buy a girl a drink perhaps? https://ko-fi.com/famousashleygrant– Need content for your podcast or blog? Check out Tools for Motivation!The links above are affiliate links. This means my podcast will receive a small commission if you order through any of them at no additional cost to you. Affiliate commissions are one of the ways my podcast makes money so that I can create episodes free of charge. If you do purchase anything from my links, I sincerely would like to thank you for your support!

Wanna know the real secrets to making money by selling blogs and online businesses? Get insider tips from Andy at Empire Flippers. If you’ve ever wondered how bloggers cash in big or how a single referral earned someone $80,000, you won’t want to miss this episode!Sell or buy a blog here: https://famousashleygrant.com/empireflippersFind Andy here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/andyallaway/https://www.youtube.com/@theleadersipMore Show Notes From This Episode:What’s up my bloggy friends! I'm slowly updating the show notes for this and every episode of The Bloggy Friends Show. My new home base for all things Bloggy Friends can be found here: https://www.famousashleygrant.com/podcast/Be sure to follow me on social: Facebook | Instagram | X | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube-------------------------------------------------------------------This podcast is supported by affiliate partnerships. Please check out a few of our partners below:– Start a podcast today here: https://rss.com?via=famous– Create content from your own voice with Castmagic's Suite of AI Tools: https://get.castmagic.io/dcjy15cirnts – Want to help support our show? Buy a girl a drink perhaps? https://ko-fi.com/famousashleygrant– Need content for your podcast or blog? Check out Tools for Motivation!The links above are affiliate links. This means my podcast will receive a small commission if you order through any of them at no additional cost to you. Affiliate commissions are one of the ways my podcast makes money so that I can create episodes free of charge. If you do purchase anything from my links, I sincerely would like to thank you for your support!

Ever wondered how a love for cute things and creative snacks can turn into a Facebook following of over 250,000 fans? Join us as Dawn of Cutefetti spills her secrets to building a viral brand, staying true to herself, and making social media success look downright adorable—even without a playbook!Where to Find Dawn of Cutefetti:https://cutefetti.com/https://www.facebook.com/Cutefetti/https://x.com/dawnchatshttps://www.pinterest.com/cutefetti/https://www.instagram.com/cutefettiMore Show Notes From This Episode:What’s up my bloggy friends! I'm slowly updating the show notes for this and every episode of The Bloggy Friends Show. My new home base for all things Bloggy Friends can be found here: https://www.famousashleygrant.com/podcast/Be sure to follow me on social: Facebook | Instagram | X | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube-------------------------------------------------------------------This podcast is supported by affiliate partnerships. Please check out a few of our partners below:– Start a podcast today here: https://rss.com?via=famous– Create content from your own voice with Castmagic's Suite of AI Tools: https://get.castmagic.io/dcjy15cirnts – Want to help support our show? Buy a girl a drink perhaps? https://ko-fi.com/famousashleygrant– Need content for your podcast or blog? Check out Tools for Motivation!The links above are affiliate links. This means my podcast will receive a small commission if you order through any of them at no additional cost to you. Affiliate commissions are one of the ways my podcast makes money so that I can create episodes free of charge. If you do purchase anything from my links, I sincerely would like to thank you for your support!

Let's talk about the importance of mental health awareness for bloggers and content creators. In this episode, I share my personal journey with anxiety, depression, and the unique mental health challenges that come with being a creative professional who works from home. Join me for this heartfelt conversation about breaking the stigma around mental health in the creator community.More Show Notes From This Episode:What’s up my bloggy friends! I'm slowly updating the show notes for this and every episode of The Bloggy Friends Show. My new home base for all things Bloggy Friends can be found here: https://www.famousashleygrant.com/podcast/Be sure to follow me on social: Facebook | Instagram | X | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube-------------------------------------------------------------------This podcast is supported by affiliate partnerships. Please check out a few of our partners below:– Start a podcast today here: https://rss.com?via=famous– Create content from your own voice with Castmagic's Suite of AI Tools: https://get.castmagic.io/dcjy15cirnts – Want to help support our show? Buy a girl a drink perhaps? https://ko-fi.com/famousashleygrant– Need content for your podcast or blog? Check out Tools for Motivation!The links above are affiliate links. This means my podcast will receive a small commission if you order through any of them at no additional cost to you. Affiliate commissions are one of the ways my podcast makes money so that I can create episodes free of charge. If you do purchase anything from my links, I sincerely would like to thank you for your support!

Want content for your blog, but don't have time to write it? This episode might help! Pulled from the archives, in this episode, I'm chatting with the king of motivation – Justin Popovic – all about using PLR in blogging.PLR stands for private label rights, and it can help you take your blogging game to the next level. We jam on using it for creating courses, generating newsletter content, how to level up your current blog posts, and so much more.I also included a clip from my personal bank of PLR content I have purchased or received for free from Tools for Motivation. If you're struggling to come up with content, this episode could inspire you! Tune in now!More Show Notes From This Episode:What’s up my bloggy friends! I'm slowly updating the show notes for this and every episode of The Bloggy Friends Show. My new home base for all things Bloggy Friends can be found here: https://www.famousashleygrant.com/podcast/Be sure to follow me on social: Facebook | Instagram | X | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube-------------------------------------------------------------------This podcast is supported by affiliate partnerships. Please check out a few of our partners below:– Start a podcast today here: https://rss.com?via=famous– Create content from your own voice with Castmagic's Suite of AI Tools: https://get.castmagic.io/dcjy15cirnts – Want to help support our show? Buy a girl a drink perhaps? https://ko-fi.com/famousashleygrant– Need content for your podcast or blog? Check out Tools for Motivation!The links above are affiliate links. This means my podcast will receive a small commission if you order through any of them at no additional cost to you. Affiliate commissions are one of the ways my podcast makes money so that I can create episodes free of charge. If you do purchase anything from my links, I sincerely would like to thank you for your support!

Never met 90% of your clients? Making money in your yoga pants? Welcome to the surprisingly lucrative world of ghostblogging, where your words get famous while you stay behind the scenes.Join me as I pull back the curtain on my writing career path. From landing your first client without a fancy website to pitching PR agencies when work dries up, discover the insider tips that helped me build a sustainable ghostblogging business working from anywhere in the world.Learn how to showcase your writing skills, set clear expectations with clients, establish your pricing, and the crucial workflow steps that will keep those assignments coming. Plus, find out why meeting deadlines is non-negotiable if you want to survive in this industry.Please forgive the old audio, as it was recorded before I had a podcasting mic and better editing software 🤣 This episode from the archives is perfect for writers looking to monetize their skills or anyone seeking location-independent work opportunities.More Show Notes From This Episode:What’s up my bloggy friends! I'm slowly updating the show notes for this and every episode of The Bloggy Friends Show. My new home base for all things Bloggy Friends can be found here: https://www.famousashleygrant.com/podcast/Be sure to follow me on social: Facebook | Instagram | X | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube-------------------------------------------------------------------This podcast is supported by affiliate partnerships. Please check out a few of our partners below:– Start a podcast today here: https://rss.com?via=famous– Create content from your own voice with Castmagic's Suite of AI Tools: https://get.castmagic.io/dcjy15cirnts – Want to help support our show? Buy a girl a drink perhaps? https://ko-fi.com/famousashleygrant– Need content for your podcast or blog? Check out Tools for Motivation!The links above are affiliate links. This means my podcast will receive a small commission if you order through any of them at no additional cost to you. Affiliate commissions are one of the ways my podcast makes money so that I can create episodes free of charge. If you do purchase anything from my links, I sincerely would like to thank you for your support!

Pulled from the archives and reposting for anyone looking to promote their blog for free. Forgive the old audio, as it was recorded before I had a podcasting mic and better editing software lol.Does organic traffic feel elusive? If so, you need new tactics. That's why in this episode I'm sharing 10 ways to promote your blog for free!More Show Notes From This Episode:What’s up my bloggy friends! I'm slowly updating the show notes for this and every episode of The Bloggy Friends Show. My new home base for all things Bloggy Friends can be found here: https://www.famousashleygrant.com/podcast/Be sure to follow me on social: Facebook | Instagram | X | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube-------------------------------------------------------------------This podcast is supported by affiliate partnerships. Please check out a few of our partners below:– Start a podcast today here: https://rss.com?via=famous– Create content from your own voice with Castmagic's Suite of AI Tools: https://get.castmagic.io/dcjy15cirnts – Want to help support our show? Buy a girl a drink perhaps? https://ko-fi.com/famousashleygrant– Need content for your podcast or blog? Check out Tools for Motivation!The links above are affiliate links. This means my podcast will receive a small commission if you order through any of them at no additional cost to you. Affiliate commissions are one of the ways my podcast makes money so that I can create episodes free of charge. If you do purchase anything from my links, I sincerely would like to thank you for your support!

Welcome to part 2 of 101 ideas to make money from home! In this episode, we dove deep into personal care products, selling craft patterns, becoming a blogger, earning through affiliate marketing, and even making money on platforms like TikTok, YouTube, and Patreon. Here's 101 Ideas to Make Money From Home Part 1 in case you missed it!Helpful links:101 Ideas to Make Money From Home30 Days of Bite-Sized Blog Set-Up Tasks30 Day Marketing Monetization Plan30 Day Launch Jacking Profit PlanMore Show Notes From This Episode:What’s up my bloggy friends! I'm slowly updating the show notes for this and every episode of The Bloggy Friends Show. My new home base for all things Bloggy Friends can be found here: https://www.famousashleygrant.com/podcast/Be sure to follow me on social: Facebook | Instagram | X | LinkedIn | TikTok | YouTube-------------------------------------------------------------------This podcast is supported by affiliate partnerships. Please check out a few of our partners below:– Start a podcast today here: https://rss.com?via=famous– Create content from your own voice with Castmagic's Suite of AI Tools: https://get.castmagic.io/dcjy15cirnts – Want to help support our show? Buy a girl a drink perhaps? https://ko-fi.com/famousashleygrant– Need content for your podcast or blog? Check out Tools for Motivation!The links above are affiliate links. This means my podcast will receive a small commission if you order through any of them at no additional cost to you. Affiliate commissions are one of the ways my podcast makes money so that I can create episodes free of charge. If you do purchase anything from my links, I sincerely would like to thank you for your support!