Hustle & Flowchart: Mastering Business & Enjoying the Journey

This week is another awesome episode of The Next Wave podcast.

Matt Wolfe and I go deep on the wild week in AI—with surprising moves from OpenAI and Anthropic, new AI model launches, cutting-edge tools for video creators, and even Hollywood’s growing relationship with artificial intelligence. If you’re interested in where the AI world is heading and how it touches everything from your business to your favorite streaming shows, this ...

Welcome back to another special crossover episode! This week’s episode is actually from The Next Wave podcast.

In this action-packed episode, Matt Wolfe and Joe Fier dive into the explosive showdown between AI company Anthropic and the U.S. government, a story that’s sending shockwaves through both the tech and policy worlds. They break down why Anthropic is drawing a hard line on surveillance and autonomous weapons—and how that’s c...

Welcome to a special crossover edition of Hustle and Flowchart! In this episode, we're bringing you another conversation from The Next Wave podcast. Matt Wolfe is in the host's seat and our very own Joe Fier joins as a featured guest.

This episode dives deep into the rapidly-evolving world of AI, highlighting the explosion of smarter (and cheaper) new models that are shaking up the industry. Matt and Joe break down the latest storie...

This episode is a special crossover from The Next Wave podcast, hosted by Matt Wolfe and featuring a deep-dive conversation with marketing and business expert Joe Fier. The duo breaks down the five most interesting developments in AI from the past week, with a focus on SeedDance 2.0—an advanced video model from ByteDance that’s dominating headlines for its realistic visuals and flawless lip syncing. They discuss how SeedDance is ch...

We're interrupting your regularly scheduled Hustle & Flowchart episode to showcase a recent episode of The Next Wave Podcast. Joe Fier joined Matt Wolfe and co-host Maria Gharib to dive deep into the new world of Delphi AI — the "digital minds" platform that's revolutionizing how creators and entrepreneurs interact with their audiences. The conversation starts with Joe Fier breaking down what Delphi is, how it works, and why it...

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In this episode, host Joe Fier sits down with seasoned musician, producer, and entrepreneur Mark Roberge. Together, they explore the intersection of creativity and business in the modern music industry, sharing actionable insights for artists, creators, and entrepreneurs alike. Mark delves into his journey from breaking ground with bands like Prospect Hill to pionee...

In this episode of Hustle & Flowchart, host Joe Fier sits down with entrepreneur and systems expert Brad Hart. Together, they explore how AI and robotics are transforming business and why now is the most exciting (and urgent) time for entrepreneurs to leverage these tools. Brad Hart shares his journey—what he’d do if starting over, how to build systems for true leverage, and why small businesses must lead the coming wave of tec...

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Podcast guesting gives you a real shot at making new connections, sharing your expertise, and growing your business. When I sat down with Tom Schwab for this episode of Hustle and Flowchart, we got clear about what makes podcast guesting valuable, if you’re doing it right—and what you should avoid. If you’re curious about how podcast interviews have changed over...

Scott Duffy is back for round two on the podcast! Together, they pull back the curtain on the world of AI cloning for entrepreneurs, creators, and founders. You’ll discover how digital twins are transforming business operations by helping leaders scale their time, impact, and sales—freeing them from repetitive tasks while deepening engagement. The hosts break down real-world use cases, compare leading platforms, and share their pro...

This week Joe Fier sits down with renowned coach, entrepreneur, and AI enthusiast Krista Mashore. The conversation dives into how Krista transitioned from a background in education and real estate to building a thriving coaching business, leveraging cutting-edge AI tools and innovative event models. Discover practical insights for business growth, creating interactive lead magnets, and redefining the sales process—all while keeping...

In this inspiring episode, Joe Fier welcomes Dr. J.J. Peterson back for his second appearance on the show. They dive deep into the idea of "owning your traits" as a leader, and how authenticity fuels both personal growth and impact. Drawing from Dr. J.J. Peterson’s colorful journey—from improv comedy to marketing, academia, and launching the Badass Softy podcast—the conversation explores what it means to lead with both drive and co...

In this insightful episode of Hustle & Flowchart, Joe Fier recaps the top episodes of 2025—including Jacob Gooden, Justin Abrams, Scott Duffy, Matt Wolfe, and Joe Stolte—to break down the key mindsets and strategies shaping the future for creators, entrepreneurs, and business owners. From embracing imperfection when starting out, to making luck work in your favor, training your own digital mind with AI, and confronting the futu...

In this solo episode, Joe Fier dives deep into the groundbreaking concept of "cloning yourself" using AI technology. Joe explores how AI clones can transform content creation, lead generation, coaching, team training, and personal productivity. Drawing from his experience building over 300 AI clones for top industry leaders, Joe walks through practical use cases, dispels common misconceptions, and offers listeners a glimp...

In this episode of Hustle & Flowchart, Joe Fier welcomes back the dynamic Joy Houston for a deep-dive into entrepreneur wellbeing, sustainable business models, and building a life that thrives both personally and professionally. Joy Houston shares her innovative “Thrive Week” strategy, an approach to scheduling that balances business growth with intentional rest, family, and personal time. They discuss the transition from launc...

In this week's episode, Joe Fier sits down with Brody Lee, an innovator in the event space who is on a personal mission to re-engineer events into immersive, AI-powered experiences. Forget boring pitch fests, Brody is disrupting how events work by using technology and co-creation with audiences, all while tying business directly to meaningful global impact. Listen as Brody shares his ambitious goal of building a seve...

In this episode, host Joe Fier sits down with health entrepreneur and biohacking expert Joy Houston for an eye-opening conversation about peptides—what they are, how they are used, and why they’ve been a hush-hush topic in the biohacking community. Joy shares her personal playbook, detailing real-world peptide “stacks,” injury recovery stories, and the ways driven entrepreneurs and health practitioners are optim...

This week on the show, Joe Fier sits down for a second round with renowned sales expert Ari Galper, creator of the trust-based selling methodology. Their conversation dives deep into the challenges facing today’s sales environment—where automation and AI have made persuasion techniques ubiquitous, but trust remains rare and invaluable. Ari Galpershares how his “doctor-patient” approach to sales builds authentic ...

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This week, I'm sitting down with YouTube expert and entrepreneur Aleric Heck for a deep dive into the strategies that drive real business results with video. Aleric returns to share his latest YouTube playbook, explain how to actually convert views into clients, and reveal powerful approaches to leveraging content across multiple pla...

Sometimes, you only need one smart idea to change your whole business. On this episode, I talked with Bill McIntosh, an entrepreneur and tech builder, about how fast things are moving with A.I. and business. We broke down how people can build websites, sales funnels, and apps (even full businesses) with just a few prompts thanks to new A.I. technologies. Bill brought in real stories, lessons, and numbers from his hands-on experienc...