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Interview With AI What happens when five leading AI systems are asked the same questions? In this special episode, we bring Gemini, Claude, Grok ChatGPT and Copilot to the same table to confront the issues shaping our future—jobs and automation, AI safety, AGI risk, intimacy, loneliness, and climate impact. We start with introductions and move to jobs - which ones are changing first, which skills matter next, and why creativity alone isn’t AI-proof. Then we discuss AGI—what it is, why it matters, and why even AGI engineers describe it as dangerous.  The conversation ends in the most human territory of all: AI companions, emotional attachment, and loneliness. If this side‑by‑side look at the platforms shaping our world got you thinking, follow the show, share it with a friend, and leave a quick review. Your support helps more curious people find conversations that don’t flinch. Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation

Keynote Speaker  What happens when you lose your voice—and the career you built around it? For Jennifer Brown, that moment became the catalyst for a powerful career reinvention. Today, she’s a globally recognized keynote speaker and one of the leading voices in diversity, equity, and inclusion. In this episode of How Much Can I Make?, Jennifer shares real-world career insights into what it takes to build a successful keynote speaking business. We talk about personal branding, storytelling, reinvention, and how to turn lived experience into meaningful—and profitable—work. Jennifer breaks down: How to pivot careers when your old path disappearsWhat it really takes to thrive as a keynote speakerHow to build a personal brand that attracts paid speaking opportunitiesTurning your unique story into a powerful professional assetWhether you’re considering a career change, exploring public speaking, or wondering how to monetize your experience and expertise, this episode offers practical advice, honest perspective, and inspiration to take the leap. Jennifer Brown website - jenniferbrownspeaks.com Jennifer's books - https://www.amazon.com/stores/Jennifer-Brown/author/B01MSOZWO6?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1752212498&sr=8-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation

Economics Journalist Understanding basic economics can significantly impact your job and earnings.  We sit down with Peter Coy, a veteran economics journalist who has written for Bloomberg Businessweek, The New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal. Peter shares career insights into the economics of journalism, explaining how stories are pitched and shaped, and how innovative platforms like Substack and AI are transforming media careers. He offers practical job advice on navigating income, sustainability, and long-term success factors in journalism and related fields. If you’re interested in journalism careers, media jobs, or how economics shapes work and money, this episode offers clear, practical insight. Connect with Peter: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/petercoy1/ Substack: petercoy.substack.com X:  @petercoy Bluesky: petercoy.bsky.social Instagram & TikTok : peterhcoy Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation

Digital Entrepreneur Discover practical job ideas and career insights in digital entrepreneurship. What if you could learn a practical web skill over a single weekend, build a simple website for a local business, and turn it into steady monthly income? In this episode, we sit down with Matt Raad to break down a realistic path from beginner to profitable digital entrepreneurship. We talk about building websites for local businesses, creating income-producing digital assets, and growing a service-based online business from home—without e-commerce headaches, technical overload, or large upfront investment. You’ll hear real-world case studies, including: • A couple who left burnout careers and earned $160,000 in their first year • A FIFO worker making $5,000+ on off weeks by offering AI automation services • A stay-at-home mom with limited English who turned free starter websites into a family business over time If you’re searching for a side hustle, a work-from-home business, or a practical way to make money online using web skills, this episode is a must-listen. Connect with Matt Raad  website: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-raad/?originalSubdomain=au Podcast: https://www.digitalinvestors.com/ Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation

Digital Real Estate What if your next big investment isn’t a building—it’s a blog? In this episode, digital real estate expert Matt Raad breaks down how he buys simple content websites, renovates them with SEO optimization, and turns them into reliable passive income. He explains why passion niches—like gardening, wellness, crafts, and hobbies—are some of the most profitable online business opportunities. We cover exactly how to buy websites safely, how to find undervalued sites on Flippa, how to turn neglected blogs into real monthly cash flow. Matt shares data-backed examples, including a $400 gardening website earning $4,000 every spring and a $45,000 Thai massage education site that generates revenue through high-margin online courses. If you’re searching for a side hustle, exploring passive-income ideas, or considering a full career pivot into digital real estate, this episode gives you a clear roadmap. Matt explains how buying digital assets instead of brick-and-mortar property can create scalable, flexible income online. Tune in to learn how website investing really works—and how you can start. Connect with Matt Raad: Website: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/media-kit/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-raad/ Podcast: https://www.digitalinvestors.com Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation

Fragrance Evaluator  Jillian Friedman shares career insights from the fragrance industry, including global differences in taste, why synthetic ingredients can actually lead to safer, more sustainable formulas. We explore how a fragrance evaluator influences what you smell—from the first spark of a creative brief to the final bottle on the shelf. If you’re curious about a career in the fragrance industry, this episode is for you. And if you enjoyed it, please leave a quick review and share it with someone who loves scent. Jillian’s website: http://www.jillianfriedman.com/ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillianfriedman/?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation

Cyber Security Expert Cybersecurity is one of today's fastest-growing career opportunities, offering high earnings and strong job security as cybercrime continues to evolve. Most cyberattacks don’t start with elite hackers—they start with your email address and phone number. We sit down with Rivka Tadjer, CEO and co-founder of Zero Hack, to break down how modern cybercrime really works—and how protecting people and companies has turned into a lucrative career path. Rivka breaks down the most common attack paths—email compromise, phone number hijacking, and reused passwords—and walks through practical steps you should take to protect yourself.  We unpack how organized cybercrime operates at scale, why email and phone takeovers are the #1 threat to your finance and identity, and what skills are actually valuable in the cybersecurity job market. Rivka explians VPN and router security basics, travel-related risks, and how to create a “clean” financial identity that stays off public apps and social logins. Whether you’re curious about cybersecurity careers, want to protect your money, or just want to stop feeling exposed online, this episode is your cybersecurity reset. Connect with Rivka: Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rivkatadjer/ Website - https://cybercrimedispatchunit.com/ Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation

Electrician Entrepreneur If you’re searching for high-paying jobs, career change ideas,  can your make good money without college? Or just curious about an electrician career - this episode is for you!   Today we’re talking with Eli, a master electrician whose career spans trade school, apprenticeships, residential wiring, commercial work, factory-scale power systems, and hundreds of generator installs. Eli breaks down how to become an electrician, electrician apprenticeship, the real career path as an electrician, and what you actually learn in trade school, apprenticeships, and master-level training.  Safety is a huge issue. Eli shares essential rules every electrician follows—“Not grounded, not dead”—plus why aluminum ladders and lockout habits matter, as well as the hidden electrical dangers in older homes and the fast-growing world of EV charger installation.  If you're looking for AI proof careers, jobs that pay six figures or on-demand jobs, Eli explains how this profession works from the inside. This episode is packed with insights for anyone researching career paths, job stability, trade skills, electrician salaries, high-demand jobs.  Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation

Cannabis Farm  What’s it really like to work on a cannabis farm — and how much can you make? This episode takes you inside a legal cannabis grow operation to break down jobs, pay, career paths, and the realities of working in the cannabis industry. This week I’m talking with Beck Mooney, Director of Operations at Supernaturals NY, who takes us behind the scenes of running a legal cannabis farm in New York. She shares in-depth job tips and career insights for anyone interested in this growing field. If you’re curious about how the cannabis world actually works (beyond the buzzwords), this episode is a must-listen. Supernaturals NY website - https://www.supernaturalsny.com/ Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation

Restaurant Owner Job Considering a career change or looking for new job ideas? In this episode, we explore the inspiring journey of Nicole Cawley, who transitioned from 20 years in corporate banking to becoming a successful restaurant co-owner and entrepreneur. Nicole shares invaluable career insights about the realities of restaurant ownership, including operating margins, staffing challenges, and real estate decisions. If you're curious about making money through a new career path or entrepreneurship, Nicole's story offers practical advice and a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to run and grow a popular community restaurant brand.  Whether you’re exploring career opportunities or need job tips for a major pivot, this episode is packed with useful information to guide you through your journey. Follow us for more real stories, real people, and real jobs that uncover the success factors behind different careers. Yum Yum Website: https://www.yumyumnoodlebar.com/menu Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation

Lighting Designer Career Go behind the scenes of Broadway with four-time Tony Award–winning Lighting Designer Kevin Adams. He breaks down what a theatre lighting designer actually does, the skills you need to get started, and the unexpected twists of his career path. The jaw-dropper? Adams reveals how Broadway designers really make their big money—including income streams, payment structures, union and more. Perfect for anyone curious about Broadway careers, creative jobs, and how much you can make in the performing arts. Kevin's website - https://www.ambermylar.com/index.html Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation

How to Start Swoop Scoop Business Can $1,200, a bucket, and a rake turn into a multimillion-dollar company? Yes — and Will Milliken is living proof. Find out about jobs in the pet waste removal industry - from entrepreneur William Milliken, Founder of Swoop Scoop®, one of the fastest-growing pet waste removal businesses in the country!  It’s simple, low-cost, and you can start making money from day one. If you thinking about  a career change or wish for an amazing side hustle, this episode is for you. We uncover the secrets behind building a multi-million dollar business from scratch.   Listen and get motivated to start on your own journey! Learn more: ▫️ Swoop Scoop® → https://swoopscoop.com ▫️ Poop Scoop Millionaire → https://www.skool.com/poop-scoop-millionaire/about If you like the show, please leave us a review, it really helps! Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation

Dog Groomer  Are you dreaming about turning your passion for dogs into a rewarding career? Want to know how to become a dog groomer? In this episode, we sit down with Sarah Gildersleeve, a grooming professional with over 20 years of experience in the pet industry. Discover the essential skills, earnings potential, and the hustle required to thrive as a dog groomer.  From her first job bathing dogs to perfecting intricate grooming styles, Sarah shares her insights into what it takes to succeed in this fulfilling career path.  If you’re exploring jobs working with dogs, considering a pet grooming job, or thinking about starting a dog grooming business, this episode gives you the behind-the-scenes realities. Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation

Broadway Actress What does a real Broadway career look like behind the spotlight? In this episode, we talk with actress Lauren Blackman—whose credits include Hello, Dolly!, Anastasia, Lempicka, Ragtime, and The Music Man alongside Hugh Jackman—about the true job behind the dream. Lauren gives rare career insights into the grind of the theater world: the early-morning audition lines, the union rules that shape every paycheck, the constant cycle of rejections and callbacks, and the electric payoff of making someone in the front row feel seen.  We talk money-making without euphemism—what a “production contract” really means, how union minimums and commissions work, and why even established performers still hustle to keep their health insurance and next role. If showbiz is your dream, this episode is a must listen! Lauren's website- https://www.laurenblackman.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/laurblackman/?hl=en&utm_source=chatgpt.com Please write is a review - Thanks! Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation

Dietitian In this episode, registered dietitian Ingrid Anderson shares invaluable career insights on making money in the wellness industry and what sets apart a credentialed dietitian from online nutritionists.  Discover how her Hashimoto’s diagnosis became a turning point, leading her to help others regain energy and debunk nutrition myths. She talks about the importance of niching down in your career, which is what anable Ingrid to built a six-figure dietitian business.  This is a must-listen for those curious about job opportunities in wellness field,  or wishing to transform passion into purpose. Explore practical job tips and valuable career advice from someone who turned challenges into a thriving career.  Join us for insights that could change your career path! Ingrid Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/hashiwarriornutritionist/?igsh=cDRscGc5NWp6MWJz&utm_source=qr Please write us a review and come back for more talk about real job with real people, real industries, and real paging If you like the show, please write a review. Thanks! Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation