Paid To Travel: The UGC Podcast

This episode is a powerful reminder that it’s never too late to start over — and make it wildly successful.

Today, I’m chatting with Goldie — a former nurse who swapped her scrubs for a camera and turned her creativity into a full-time UGC business. She’s now working with over 50 brands, getting paid to travel, and recently had a $7,000 month (yes, from content creation).

Goldie shares how she went from scared to pitch anything… to l...

Starting something new like becoming UGC content creator  is exciting—but it also stirs up a lot of fear, self-doubt, and straight-up discomfort. 

In today’s episode, I sat down with Erin Valenti, a trauma-informed therapist, to break down why that happens and what you can actually do about it.

We dig deep into how the nervous system and unprocessed trauma can quietly shape your decisions, your fears around visibility, and even your ...

Today I want to talk about how I made $5.7K in UGC Deals this month (without personally pitching.)

In this episode, I’m giving you the full behind-the-scenes look at exactly how that happened—what kind of brands I worked with, how I landed the deals, how much they paid, and what kind of UGC content they wanted from me.

If you're a content creator who dreams of getting paid to travel, or you're just getti...

You do not need a million followers to get free stays, dreamy adventures, or actual money just for showing up somewhere with your phone. Yes, this is real. And in this episode, I’m breaking down exactly how to get paid to travel using UGC (user-generated content), even if you're just getting started.

This is the step-by-step, no-fluff breakdown of how I (and my students!) have landed free hotels, Airbnb stays, and PAID brand de...

What if you could start a side hustle that gives you the freedom to travel, reduce your hours at work, and still make bank—all without being an influencer? 

Today we hear from my UGC student, Jess,  a professional massage therapist turned successful UGC creator who proves it’s 100% possible.

✨ What We Talk About:

• How Jess went from full-time massage therapist to building a profitable side hustle as a UGC creator
• Why you don’t need ...

Ever dreamt of getting paid to stay in dreamy Airbnbs around the world?

Today we sit down with Emma—Airbnb content creator and social media manager—who went from free stays to fully booked and fully paid… all without a massive following or photography degree. 

If you're ready to land paid stays, build your travel creator portfolio, and break into the UGC (user-generated content) world—this one’s PACKED with actionable tips.

 In T...

What if ONE brand could pay you nearly $10k... and some of it was passive income?

This week, I’m pulling back the curtain on one of my longest-running UGC partnerships—the kind of deal that feels like a paycheck from the universe. Yep, passive income with UGC is real, and I’m showing you how to make it yours too. 

I’m sharing the real story behind a UGC deal that brought in $9,865+—and it's still paying me to this day with zero ...

Today, I’m chatting with Ashleigh — one of my UGC Accelerator students who went from thinking about UGC for months… to actually doing it and getting results. We’re talking about exactly how she made her first $16,000 as a total beginner UGC creator, what’s working for her now, and how she built a flexible part-time income that fits around her life (not the other way around).

🌟 What You’ll Learn:

• How Ashleigh made $13K in just fi...

If you’ve ever been ghosted by a brand, stressed about late payments, or totally overwhelmed by contracts—this episode is for you. Because let’s be real: this stuff will happen. And today, we’re diving into how to protect your income and your energy as a UGC creator.

Whether you're new to UGC or knee-deep in brand deals, this convo with Grace from DuPay breaks down everything you wish someone told you when you started: how to s...

Today I’m breaking down the must-know UGC lingo that’ll make you sound like a pro in your brand deals — and help you get paid like one too.

Whether you're just starting your UGC journey or looking to level up your conversations with brands, understanding the language of the industry is a total game changer.

From “organic UGC” vs. “ad-style videos” to conversion metrics and what the heck a content brief is — I’m walking you throu...

Meet Ruchel – a college student, working mom, and UGC creator who’s building her dream portfolio between diaper changes and homework deadlines. If you’ve ever thought “I’m too busy for this,” this episode is going to change your mind.

Ruchel, who has only been in the UGC world for just two months and is already landing paid brand deals — all while juggling mom life, school, and a full schedule. Today we get real about what it actual...

Are you wondering how creators actually land brand deals? If so, this episode is your cheat code. 

I’m breaking down the 3 best (and shockingly simple) ways to find UGC jobs—even if you’re just getting started. Whether you're pitching UGC for the first time or looking to get off the content-creation hamster wheel, this one's for you.

What You’ll Learn:
📌 The top UGC job platforms that are beginner-friendly and easy to...

So many beginner UGC creators are messing this up... and frankly it’s costing them paid deals. 

In today's episode, we're tackling the #1 reason your content isn’t converting: your HOOK. If you want your videos to grab attention, build trust, and drive sales, this episode is your new playbook.

🎧 What You’ll Learn Today:

• 🔥 What exactly a hook is and why it’s the most important part of your UGC video.
• 🧠 How to speak to y...

If you’ve got a phone and a favorite product, you're already halfway to your first $500. In this episode, I'm breaking down how anyone (yes, even you) can start creating UGC content and land paying gigs this month.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The real, no-BS definition of UGC (User Generated Content) and why brands love it
• Why you don’t need fancy gear or a huge following to make money online
• How to film your first...

Ever feel like the UGC industry is too saturated and there’s no room for you to succeed? Like every other content creator has already figured it out, and you're just late to the game? You're not alone—and you're not too late. In this episode, I’m sharing the exact mindset shift that took me from self-doubt to six-figure UGC creator. This simple but powerful belief changed my career—and it can change yours too. 

🔑 In ...

Imagine waking up on a beach in Mexico, filming content for a $1,700 brand deal — and realizing that your travel expenses are covered. Sounds like a dream? It's not — it's the power of UGC (User Generated Content). 

In this episode, I’m spilling everything about how I built a six-figure UGC business that lets me get paid to travel the world — and how you can start today, even if you have zero followers. I'm taking you...

Have you ever dreamed of getting paid to travel while creating simple content with just your phone? ( and you don't have to be a influencer with thousands of followers!) 

The world of UGC (User-Generated Content) creation is exploding, and everyday people—not just influencers—are cashing in. If you love traveling and want a flexible, location-independent income, this episode is for you. Learn how brands are paying UGC creators ...

COMING MAY 12th. Welcome to the side of the internet where we get paid to travel. In this podcast, I will teach you how to create UGC content so you can work part-time creating fun content and spend the majority of your days exploring the world, rather than sitting at a desk. All while making MORE money than we did at our soul-sucking 9-5. Does that sound like a dream? Well, it’s my reality and it can be yours too. 

I’m your host Ma...