Honey & Hustle

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 and join us for the next one (hint: it's Monday, August 11, 2025, at noon EST)!Find Seth Werkheiser online: https://sethw.xyz/Social Media Escape Club: https://socialmediaescape.club/Thanks for listening! Let's keep the convo going: Join the community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://pleasehustleresponsibly.beehiiv.com/Find all episodes here: https://www.honeyandhustle.coYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle

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 episodes here: https://www.honeyandhustle.coYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle

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-conferenceThanks for listening! Let's keep the convo going: Join the community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://pleasehustleresponsibly.beehiiv.com/Find all episodes here: https://www.honeyandhustle.coYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle

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 a loyal community, and converting followers into customers. Find Michelle Thames on Threads: https://www.threads.com/@michellelthamesThanks for listening! Let's keep the convo going: Join the community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://pleasehustleresponsibly.beehiiv.com/Find all episodes here: https://www.honeyandhustle.coYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle

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 value propositions, clarity in messaging, target audiences, and opportunities for improvement. We also delve into topics such as the importance of forecasting, the use of numbers in storytelling, and the significance of pay transparency in entrepreneurship. This episode aims to offer actionable insights to help entrepreneurs refine their pitches and effectively communicate their business value.00:00 Introduction and Welcome02:08 Monique Lewis: Next to Native Language Learning02:55 Feedback on Monique's Pitch05:45 Alexis Williams: Genie Botanica07:02 Feedback on Alexis's Pitch09:23 Gruuvv DJ Service10:26 Feedback on Gruuvv's Pitch13:59 Jen McFarland: Merit Digital16:05 Feedback on Jen's Pitch23:45 Alyssa Smith: Cura Human25:16 Creating Inclusive Workplaces25:39 Challenges and Triumphs26:25 Community Involvement and Recognition27:34 Elevator Pitch Feedback31:38 Danielle Bezalel, MPH: Sex Ed with DB37:44 Insights on Business Growth44:46 The Importance of Transparency54:26 Final Thoughts and EncouragementSubmit your elevator pitch here for a chance to be featured in our next episode: https://forms.gle/HNwmKoR3CaGmtoZi8Thanks for listening! Let's keep the convo going: Join the community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://pleasehustleresponsibly.beehiiv.com/Find all episodes here: https://www.honeyandhustle.coYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle

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/HNwmKoR3CaGmtoZi8Thanks for listening! Let's keep the convo going: Join the community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://pleasehustleresponsibly.beehiiv.com/Find all episodes here: https://www.honeyandhustle.coYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle

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 evolution of content platforms, the challenges of maintaining a community, and the importance of platforms that prioritize creator well-being over virality. They delve into the potential future of community-oriented and ad-supported models for platforms like Substack, beehiiv, and others. As Daniel Hunter's screen name is @codenprose, we had to dive into vibe coding and AI web development. Check out IndieThinkers now at https://www.indiethinkers.com/00:00 The Origin Story of Please Hustle Responsibly03:27 Using Substack as a Healthier Twitter06:17 The Future of Substack and Its Competitors16:08 Managing Community and Personal Challenges19:52 The Creator Scene in Durham, North Carolina24:07 Exploring Vibe Coding and Indie Thinkers26:59 Introduction to Meta Prompting28:00 Iterative Workflow for Efficient Prompting33:03 The Future of AI and Community Collaboration37:44 Substack and the Media Landscape52:01 Personal Projects and Future PlansThanks for listening! Let's keep the convo going: Join the community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://pleasehustleresponsibly.beehiiv.com/Find all episodes here: https://www.honeyandhustle.coYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle

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: https://brianondrako.com/podcast/angela-hollowellI'd love to hear from you!Join our community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://pleasehustleresponsibly.beehiiv.com/Support the show:Buy The Interview Workbook for Storytellers: https://www.blurb.com/b/11662269-interview-workbook-for-storytellersVisit the website: https://www.honeyandhustle.coConnect with Angela:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle

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=webHarry Morton post: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/harrymorton_this-episode-of-moneywise-went-semi-viral-activity-7315350275131609088-kxUE?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAABzEPvEB_doL0tGyl4vS7gTlQkU7HoXKt-oI'd love to hear from you!Join our community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrSupport the show:Upgrade to a paid membership, or make a one-time donation: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrplusBuy The Interview Workbook for Storytellers: https://www.blurb.com/b/11662269-interview-workbook-for-storytellersVisit the website: https://www.honeyandhustle.coConnect with Angela:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle

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/phrSupport the show:Upgrade to a paid membership, or make a one-time donation: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrplusBuy The Interview Workbook for Storytellers: https://www.blurb.com/b/11662269-interview-workbook-for-storytellersVisit the website: https://www.honeyandhustle.coConnect with Angela:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle

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/phrSupport the show:Upgrade to a paid membership, or make a one-time donation: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrplusBuy The Interview Workbook for Storytellers: https://www.blurb.com/b/11662269-interview-workbook-for-storytellersVisit the website: https://www.honeyandhustle.coConnect with Angela:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle

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/phrplusBuy The Interview Workbook for Storytellers: https://www.blurb.com/b/11662269-interview-workbook-for-storytellersVisit the website: https://www.honeyandhustle.coConnect with Angela:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle

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 listeners while balancing personal and professional lives. But wait, there’s more. We went on to explore the broader podcasting ecosystem, including monetization strategies, video vs. audio formats, and the intricacies of creating a sustainable podcast. We also share our thoughts on future podcast ideas and attending industry events. This episode offers a deep dive into the personal and technical facets of podcasting, providing inspiration and insights for aspiring podcasters.Check out The Life Shift Podcast: https://www.thelifeshiftpodcast.com/I'd love to hear from you!Join our community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrSupport the show:Upgrade to a paid membership, or make a one-time donation: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrplusBuy The Interview Workbook for Storytellers: https://www.blurb.com/b/11662269-interview-workbook-for-storytellersVisit the website: https://www.honeyandhustle.coConnect with Angela:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle

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-driven economy.Join our 90-day creative sprint at the link below!I'd love to hear from you!Join our community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrSupport the show:Upgrade to a paid membership, or make a one-time donation: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrplusBuy The Interview Workbook for Storytellers: https://www.blurb.com/b/11662269-interview-workbook-for-storytellersVisit the website: https://www.honeyandhustle.coConnect with Angela:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle

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 engagement and develop deeper audience relationships through live video events. I'd love to hear from you!Join our community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrSupport the show:Upgrade to a paid membership, or make a one-time donation: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrplusBuy The Interview Workbook for Storytellers: https://www.blurb.com/b/11662269-interview-workbook-for-storytellersVisit the website: https://www.honeyandhustle.coConnect with Angela:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle

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 accessible content. Join the conversation about subscription fatigue, community-funded journalism, and the future of Black women's voices in an increasingly fragmented media landscape. #BlackWomenInMedia #MediaDiversity #IndependentJournalismI'd love to hear from you!Join our community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrSupport the show:Upgrade to a paid membership, or make a one-time donation: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrplusBuy The Interview Workbook for Storytellers: https://www.blurb.com/b/11662269-interview-workbook-for-storytellersVisit the website: https://www.honeyandhustle.coConnect with Angela:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle

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 building a multi-million dollar brand. Perfect for entrepreneurs, content creators, and fans interested in the intersection of social media influence and retail partnerships. My article on creators who have started CPG brands: https://pleasehustleresponsibly.beehiiv.com/p/the-influencer-to-cpg-founder-pipeline----I'd love to hear from you!Join our community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrSupport the show:Upgrade to a paid membership, or make a one-time donation: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrplusBuy The Interview Workbook for Storytellers: https://www.blurb.com/b/11662269-interview-workbook-for-storytellersVisit the website: https://www.honeyandhustle.coConnect with Angela:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle

I'd love to hear from you!Join our community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrSupport the show:Upgrade to a paid membership, or make a one-time donation: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrplusBuy The Interview Workbook for Storytellers: https://www.blurb.com/b/11662269-interview-workbook-for-storytellersVisit the website: https://www.honeyandhustle.coConnect with Angela:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle

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 community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrSupport the show:Upgrade to a paid membership, or make a one-time donation: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrplusBuy The Interview Workbook for Storytellers: https://www.blurb.com/b/11662269-interview-workbook-for-storytellersVisit the website: https://www.honeyandhustle.coConnect with Angela:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle

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 evolving to accomodate video podcasting, what this means for their revenue models, and what it means for content creators and consumers. I made this episode for podcast creators, media professionals, content creators, and anyone interested in the future of video podcasting and streaming.Links to what I referenced in this episode:Bloomberg article: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-02-20/youtube-plans-lower-priced-ad-free-version-of-paid-video-tier?srnd=undefinedTrapital episode: https://www.trapital.com/episodes/why-youtube-is-everyones-competitorI'd love to hear from you!Join our community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrSupport the show:Upgrade to a paid membership, or make a one-time donation: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrplusBuy The Interview Workbook for Storytellers: https://www.blurb.com/b/11662269-interview-workbook-for-storytellersVisit the website: https://www.honeyandhustle.coConnect with Angela:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle