The Creator Passport Podcast

Episode 119: Doing Everything Right But Not Growing? Listen to This

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 1 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re breaking down the phase every content creator goes through but no one talks about. The frustrating phase where it feels like nothing is working. If you’ve been posting consistently, putting in the effort, and still not seeing growth, you’re not doing it wrong. You’re just in the middle of it. And if you quit here, you’re quitting right before things start to click. In this episode, we’re helping you zoom out, normalize the frustration, and give you a clear, actionable plan to push through and build real momentum. We’re covering: • Why this phase is completely normal (and why most creators quit here) • What’s actually happening behind the scenes with your content and the algorithm • The 90-day strategy that builds real growth and momentum • The biggest mistakes keeping creators stuck (and how to fix them) • Why your results are lagging behind your effort and what to do about it • How to stay consistent without burning out • The mindset shift you need to break through to the next level If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything right but nothing is working yet this episode is exactly what you need to hear. Because the truth is, you’re probably a lot closer than you think. 🚨 LINKS & RESOURCES Join TCP VIP Waitlist: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/r0le4nksrr The Creator Passport YouTube: https://linktw.in/zdDLCr Viral Content Vault: https://checkout.theloverspassport.com/viral-content-vault/?ref=podcast --- If you want, I can also give you a slightly *spicier / more viral* version that leans harder into emotion and hook for Spotify clicks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode 118: Instagram Just Changed EVERYTHING (2026 Update You Can’t Ignore)

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re breaking down the latest Instagram updates of 2026, and what they actually mean for your growth as a content creator.

If you’ve been feeling like your reach is inconsistent, your views are down, or nothing is working the way it used to you’re not crazy. Instagram has changed a lot in the past 90 days and if you’re still using strategies from even a year ago, you’re likely leaving views, growth, and money on the table.

In this episode, we simplify all the noise and give you a clear, actionable breakdown of what’s working right now, based on real insights from Instagram’s CEO and what we’re seeing across our own accounts and students.

We’re covering:

The biggest algorithm shifts in 2026 and why Instagram is prioritizing fresh content and new creators
Why hashtags are no longer a growth lever (and what to focus on instead)
How Instagram is categorizing your content and why being more niche and clear matters more than ever
The truth about declining views on Reels and Stories (and what’s actually happening behind the scenes)
New features like 3-minute Reels, trial reel scheduling, and linking posts together
How to use Instagram’s new analytics and Edits app to improve your content strategy
Why sharing posts to Stories may actually hurt your reach (and what to do instead)
The rise of social signals, watch history, and content rediscovery and how it impacts your visibility
Carousel updates that are quietly boosting views (and how to take advantage of them)

If you want to stay ahead of the algorithm instead of constantly playing catch-up, this episode will help you understand exactly where Instagram is headed and how to adapt your strategy to keep growing in 2026.

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Episode 117: How to Host Your First Group Trip (Without Losing Money or Your Mind)

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:30:03 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re diving into one of the most underrated (and profitable) ways to monetize as a content creator: hosting group trips. If you’ve ever thought about bringing your audience together in real life, creating unforgettable experiences, and building a deeper community this episode is your complete roadmap.

We break down everything we’ve learned from hosting multiple group trips around the world from what works, what doesn’t, and the mistakes that can cost you time, money, and your reputation. Whether you’re just starting to consider your first trip or looking to improve your current ones, this episode will give you the clarity and strategy you need.

We’re covering:

- Why group trips can be one of the most powerful (and repeatable) revenue streams for creators

- Who should (and shouldn’t) host group trips based on personality and audience

- The biggest mistakes creators make when planning their first trip

- How to choose the right destination your audience will actually book

- Why you should partner with trip providers instead of planning everything yourself

- How to price your trip so it’s actually worth your time

- The ideal trip length, group size, and itinerary structure

- How to validate demand before launching your trip

- What it’s really like to host (and the behind-the-scenes challenges no one talks about)

- How to create an unforgettable experience that keeps people coming back

If you’ve been thinking about hosting your first group trip or you want to turn your audience into a real-life community and revenue stream this episode will show you exactly how to do it the right way.

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Episode 116: How Much Money Our Creator Business Made in Q1 (Full Breakdown)

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re breaking down exactly how much our creator business made in Q1 of this year and where every dollar actually came from. If you’ve ever wondered how content creators really make money, which income streams matter the most, or what it actually looks like to run a multi-six-figure creator business, this episode pulls back the curtain.

Instead of just sharing one big revenue number, we walk through each income stream from smallest to largest, revealing which ones barely moved the needle and which ones completely carried the quarter. We also compare our numbers to previous years, talk about what surprised us, and share what we’re doubling down on for the rest of 2026.

We’re covering:

How much our creator business made in Q1 and where the revenue came from
The income streams that actually drive the majority of creator revenue
Why brand deals still dominate monetization for larger creators
How YouTube ad revenue is becoming one of the most powerful long-term income streams
The reality of affiliate marketing for travel creators (and where most conversions actually happen)
Why Q1 is typically the slowest quarter for creator income
How we evaluate which revenue streams are worth our time using the 80/20 rule
What creators under 10K followers vs. over 100K followers should focus on to make money
The biggest monetization strategies we’re doubling down on in Q2

If you’ve ever asked yourself “How do creators actually make money?” or you’re trying to turn your content into a real business, this episode gives you a transparent look at what’s working right now in the creator economy.

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Episode 115: The Biggest Mistakes New Creators Are Making in 2026

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re breaking down the biggest mistakes new creators are making in 2026, and why most people aren’t actually failing because of the algorithm.

After auditing over 150 Instagram accounts in the past two months, we started noticing the same patterns over and over again. Creators feeling stuck, not growing, and blaming the platform when in reality, it comes down to a handful of fixable mistakes.

So in this episode, we’re walking you through the 20 most common mistakes we’re seeing right now and exactly how to avoid them so you can grow faster, build a real audience, and actually start making money from your content.

We’re covering:

- Why not knowing your target audience is holding you back more than you think

- The mistake of copying big creators and why it’s hurting your growth

- How to create repeatable formats and a signature series that actually works

- The biggest storytelling mistake killing your watch time

- Why chasing trends alone won’t help you monetize

- The real reason your content feels harder than it should

- How overthinking, perfectionism, and inconsistency are slowing your progress

- What metrics you should actually be paying attention to (hint: not just views)

- Why most creators quit too early and how to push past it

- How to start monetizing even with a small audience

If you’ve been posting consistently but not seeing the growth you expected, this episode will help you identify exactly what’s going wrong and what to fix next.

If you want more support, we also put together a free 5-day Creator Success Training linked below to help you grow faster and start monetizing your content. And if this episode helped you, it would mean the world if you left a 5-star review and shared it

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Episode 114: Why Everyone Is Taking Instagram Way Too Seriously Right Now

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 15:25:59 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re diving into something we’ve been seeing everywhere lately, creators taking Instagram way too seriously. If your content has felt off, your views have been down, or you’ve been questioning everything you’re doing, this episode is going to help you zoom out and reset.

We’re breaking down the recent algorithm shift, why it feels like nothing is working right now, and the pressure so many creators are putting on themselves because of it. Because the truth is, this isn’t new it’s a cycle. And how you respond to these seasons is what actually determines your long-term success.

In this episode, we’re sharing what we’re seeing across our one-on-one coaching calls, inside our community, and even in our own business, plus the mindset shifts and simple action steps that will help you stay consistent without burning out.

We’re covering:

* Why Instagram growth is not linear (and what to expect instead)

* The algorithm shift everyone is feeling right now

* How pressure and overthinking are quietly hurting your content

* Why a few low-performing posts don’t mean anything about your account

* The dangerous spiral creators fall into when views drop

* Why trying new content styles won’t hit right away (and what to do instead)

* How to stop attaching your self-worth to analytics

* The importance of zooming out and thinking long-term

* Simple ways to reset when you feel stuck or discouraged

* How to make content fun again so you can actually sustain growth

If you’ve been feeling frustrated, stuck, or like nothing is landing right now, this episode will remind you that you’re not alone and give you the perspective you need to keep going without spiraling.

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Episode 113: How to Know if You’re Ready to Launch a Digital Product

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 6 Mar 2026 14:00:00 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re diving into one of the biggest questions we hear from creators all the time: how do you know if you’re actually ready to launch a digital product? So many creators believe they need a bigger audience, more expertise, or the “perfect” idea before they can sell something online. But the truth is, most creators wait far longer than they need to, and miss out on building one of the most powerful income streams in the creator economy.

In this episode, we’re breaking down the real signs that you’re ready to launch a digital product, why follower count matters far less than you think, and how creators with small but engaged audiences are generating real revenue by packaging the knowledge they already have.

We’re covering:

- Why most creators wait too long to launch their first digital product

- The biggest myths that keep people stuck in “I’m not ready yet” mode

- How to know if your audience is already validating your product idea

- Why you don’t need a massive following to start selling online

- The difference between influence and real monetization

- How solving one specific problem can turn into a profitable product

- The types of systems, workflows, and templates that can easily become products

- Why digital products create leverage beyond brand deals

- The mindset shift from creator to business owner

If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re “qualified” to launch something of your own, this episode will help you recognize the signals you might already be overlooking. And if this topic resonates with you, we’re hosting a live Digital Product Masterclass on March 20th where we’ll walk you through how to choose the right product idea, validate it before you build it, and map out a simple launch plan so you can get your first digital product live faster.

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Episode 112: The 7-Figure Creator Operating System (The Systems We Run Weekly)

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 14:00:00 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re pulling back the curtain on the hidden systems behind our 7-figure creator business and the operational shifts that helped us go from multiple six figures to building three scalable brands.

If you’ve ever wondered how some creators seem to “figure it out” and grow past the 6-figure ceiling while others stay stuck doing more and more work for the same income, this episode will show you what actually changes behind the scenes.

We’re breaking down the real difference between operating like an influencer and operating like a media company and why the jump to 7 figures has far more to do with systems, structure, and leadership than it does with better content.

We’re covering:

• Why weekly CEO-style meetings completely changed how we run our business

• How KPI scorecards keep us focused on what actually moves revenue

• The project management systems that replaced chaos and guesswork

• Why hiring before you feel “ready” is often the unlock

• The mistake of relying on one platform instead of building long-term assets

• How we think about monetization across YouTube, podcasting, Instagram, affiliates, and digital products

• Why investing in mentors accelerated our growth faster than trial and error

• The mindset shift from “creator” to “founder” and how that changes your decisions

If you’re a creator who’s already making money but feels capped, overwhelmed, or unsure how to scale without burning out, this episode will give you a practical look at what actually happens behind a 7-figure brand.

Because the next level of your business doesn’t require more hustle.

It requires better systems.

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Episode 111: Why Most Creators Plateau at 10K (And How to Break Through)

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 20 Feb 2026 14:00:00 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re diving into what we’re calling the Creator Identity Crisis, the hidden reason so many talented creators stay stuck at 5K, 10K, or even 50K followers even when they “know exactly what to do.”

If you’ve ever felt like you have the strategy, the tools, and the education, but you’re still not executing consistently, this episode will probably hit close to home. We’re breaking down the difference between an employee mindset and an entrepreneurial mindset and why the version of you that got to your current level won’t be the version that scales you to the next one.

We’re pulling back the curtain on the identity shifts required to go from hobby creator to 6- or 7-figure business owner and why scaling has far more to do with emotional regulation, risk tolerance, and self-trust than it does with hooks, trends, or algorithms.

We’re covering:

- Why most creators don’t have a content problem they have an identity problem

- The employee mindset traps that keep creators stuck

- Why perfectionism is silently killing your consistency

- The difference between seeking validation vs. trusting your own decisions

- Why uncertainty and risk are required for growth

- How competition shifts from threatening to motivating

- The real reason “I know what to do, I’m just not doing it” happens

- The backpack metaphor for scaling to 100K, 500K, and beyond

- Why what got you to 10K won’t get you to 100K

- How to audit your own mindset and identify what’s holding you back

If you’re a creator who feels plateaued, frustrated that growth isn’t matching your effort, or ready to stop thinking like an employee and start thinking like a CEO, this episode will help you zoom out, raise your standards, and step into the next version of yourself.

Because the next level of your business doesn’t need a better strategy.

It needs a different identity.

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Episode 110: Why Content Creation Feels So Hard (10 Ways You’re Overcomplicating It)

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 6 Feb 2026 14:00:00 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re breaking down the 10 biggest ways creators overcomplicate content creation, growth, and monetization and how to simplify each one without sacrificing results. If content creation has ever felt heavier than it should, this episode will feel like a deep exhale.

If you’ve found yourself stuck in decision paralysis, constantly second-guessing your niche, formats, hooks, tools, or posting schedule, or feeling like everyone else has some “secret strategy” you’re missing, this conversation is for you. We’re pulling back the curtain on why most creators aren’t struggling because they’re unmotivated or untalented, but because they’re making simple things way harder than they need to be.

We’re sharing real examples from our own journey growing 1.8M+ followers and multiple seven-figure businesses, plus what we see every single day coaching creators who are overwhelmed, burnt out, or spinning their wheels. This episode is about cutting through the noise, ditching perfectionism, and building systems that actually support consistency and growth.

We’re covering:

The 10 most common ways creators overcomplicate their business (and how to fix each one)
Why fewer formats lead to more consistency and better results
How perfectionism in editing slows growth more than it helps
Why originality is overrated and repeatable formats win
How to simplify your posting schedule without hurting growth
The difference between art and running a creator business
Why content planning tools often become procrastination in disguise
How to stop overthinking niches, pillars, and positioning
Simplifying brand deals, UGC, and monetization so pitching feels doable
The metrics that actually matter and which ones to stop obsessing over
Why consistency beats “secret strategies” every time

If you’re a creator who feels overwhelmed, stuck in overthinking, or frustrated that content creation takes way more time and energy than it should, this episode will help you simplify your approach, regain momentum, and build a creator business that’s sustainable, scalable, and actually enjoyable.

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Episode 109: The Fear No One Talks About: Posting, Failing, and Still Showing Up

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 13:00:00 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re diving into the fear no one really talks about as a creator: posting, failing, and still showing up anyway. This is a raw, honest mindset and systems conversation inspired by thousands of creator DMs, recent coaching calls, and the exact struggles we see creators face at every stage from brand new to well-established.

If you’ve ever felt discouraged after a post flopped, caught yourself spiraling over views, or found yourself waiting to feel “confident enough” before putting yourself out there, this episode will feel like a deep exhale. We break down why failure isn’t the problem, how most creators quit too early, and why confidence doesn’t come from numbers it comes from skills, systems, and repetition.

We’re pulling back the curtain on what sustainable creator growth actually looks like when you’re not chasing overnight virality, not strategy-hopping every week, and not tying your self-worth to analytics.

We’re covering:

Why most creators don’t quit because they’re lazy, they quit because they don’t have a system
The real fear behind “I don’t want to post” (and how to identify yours)
How attaching your confidence to views kills consistency
The difference between changing your content vs. refining it
Why strategy hopping slows growth more than “bad content”
How to detach emotionally from performance while still improving strategically
The Run, Review, Refine, Repeat framework for building confidence through reps
What to do after a post flops (without spiraling or deleting everything)
How trial reels remove pressure and accelerate learning
Why plateaus aren’t failure they’re a signal to level up your skills
How investing in yourself compounds faster than any algorithm hack

If you’re a creator who feels stuck, frustrated by slow growth, scared to try new content styles, or exhausted from chasing confidence through numbers, this episode will help you reframe failure, trust your skills, and build systems that make showing up feel easier not heavier.

LINKS & RESOURCES

The Creator Passport Waitlist

In Person Mastermind Event

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Episode 108: The Truth About Instagram Trial Reels (What’s Working, What’s Not, and Who Should Use Them)

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 23 Jan 2026 17:01:19 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re breaking down one of the most talked-about (and most misunderstood) features on Instagram right now: Trial Reels .

If you’ve been confused about what Trial Reels are, whether you should be using them, or how creators are actually leveraging them to grow faster without tanking their engagement, this episode is your deep dive. We’re sharing exactly how we use Trial Reels in our own strategy, what we’re seeing work for our students, and the biggest mistakes creators are making with this feature.

We’re pulling back the curtain on the data, the psychology, and the real-world testing behind Trial Reels, including when they’re a powerful growth tool and when they can quietly hurt your account if you don’t know what you’re doing.

In this episode, we cover:

What Trial Reels actually are and who has access to them
Why Instagram introduced Trial Reels (and how they’ve evolved)
The difference between A/B testing vs. topic testing with Trial Reels
When to use Trial Reels instead of posting to your main feed
How beginners can use Trial Reels to build confidence and skill without pressure
The key metrics that determine whether a Trial Reel is worth sharing publicly
How to decide which Trial Reel to post if multiple versions perform similarly
The biggest mistake larger creators make that can tank engagement rates
How brands and media kits may interpret Trial Reel analytics
Smart strategies creators are using to only publish winning content
Why repurposing and testing content is not “annoying” it’s strategic

We also share our honest take on who Trial Reels are best for, when to archive or delete low-performing tests, and how to use this feature as a fast feedback loop to improve editing, hooks, and content style, without overwhelming your audience.

If you’re a creator who wants to grow smarter (not louder), stop guessing what works, and make data-backed content decisions, this episode will help you use Trial Reels with intention instead of confusion.

LINKS

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Episode 107: From 0 to Paid Tourism Campaigns Without Overnight Virality

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 9 Jan 2026 15:17:14 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re sitting down with Daniel and Louise, an Australia-based travel creator couple who went from posting into the void for six months to building real momentum, landing paid tourism campaigns, and turning content creation into a legitimate income stream all while balancing full-time work, long drives, and life outside of social media.

If you’ve ever felt discouraged by slow growth, stuck wondering why everyone else seems to “figure it out” faster, or overwhelmed by trying to do everything at once, this conversation will feel incredibly validating. Daniel and Louise open up about the early slog, the mindset shifts that helped them push through plateaus, and how simplifying their content, systems, and niche changed everything.

We’re pulling back the curtain on what it actually looks like to grow as a creator without overnight virality, without living in the U.S., and without burning out and why patience, systems, and repeatable formats matter more than luck.

We’re covering:

What the first 6 months of “posting into oblivion” really felt like
Why slow growth is normal (and why most creators quit too early)
How niching down to local travel unlocked consistency and clarity
The importance of systems over outcomes in the early stages
How splitting responsibilities as a couple improved consistency and quality
Overcoming the fear of repurposing content and why it accelerated growth
What it’s like being a travel creator in Australia vs. the U.S.
How their first paid tourism campaign came together
The mindset shift that helped them stop undercharging and negotiate confidently
When inbound brand deals start happening and how momentum builds
Why repeatable formats, series, and value-driven content outperform trends

If you’re a creator who feels stuck in the early stages, frustrated by slow growth, or unsure how to turn content into real opportunities, this episode will help you zoom out, trust the process, and build a creator business that’s sustainable not rushed.

LINKS & RESOURCES

Join The Creator Passport 5.0 👉 https://ourtravelperspective--theloverspassport.thrivecart.com/creator-passport-cohort-5/

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Episode 106: Starting a New Account Was the Best Thing They Ever Did

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Mon, 5 Jan 2026 19:58:45 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re sitting down with Trey and Juliana, the couple behind American Travel Archives, to break down what it really looks like to build a travel creator business from the ground up without full-time travel, without overnight virality, and without having it all figured out at the start

Juliana shares her journey from growing a 220,000-follower fandom account to starting over from zero in travel, why launching a brand-new niche account changed everything, and how systems, repurposing, and consistency helped them scale fast. Trey opens up about supporting the business behind the scenes while working a full-time job, handling filming and logistics, and learning to treat content creation like a real business.

This conversation is an honest look at what happens before the big wins, the slow growth, the pivots, the self-doubt, and the systems that make momentum possible.

We’re covering:

Why starting a new account can outperform pivoting an old one
How they grew rapidly in the first 6 months without full-time travel
Posting volume, repurposing, and building sustainable systems
Splitting roles as a creator couple (editing vs. backend vs. pitching)
How they started monetizing through tourism boards and paid campaigns
Why pitching consistently matters more than waiting for inbound deals
Charging confidently and walking away from bad brand offers
Balancing content creation with full-time work and real life

If you’re a creator stuck in the early stages, overwhelmed by slow growth, or unsure how to turn content into paid opportunities, this episode will help you zoom out, simplify your strategy, and build momentum the right way with patience, systems, and intention.

LINKS & RESOURCES

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Episode 105: She Started “Late,” Had Kids, and Still Built a Thriving Creator Business

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 2 Jan 2026 12:06:11 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re sitting down with Ashley, a full-time travel creator, former nurse, military spouse, and mom who went from posting “just for fun” to growing over 120,000 followers in under a year, all while raising a family, moving internationally, and building a real creator business from scratch.

If you’ve ever felt behind because you’re starting later, overwhelmed by content creation, or unsure how creators actually turn growth into income, this conversation will completely reframe what’s possible. Ashley opens up about the mindset shifts, systems, and strategic decisions that helped her break through plateaus, simplify her content, and finally treat her platform like a business.

We’re pulling back the curtain on what it really looks like to grow sustainably as a creator, without burning out, chasing every platform, or waiting around for brands to magically find you.

We’re covering:

How Ashley grew from 16K to over 120K followers in less than a year
The content mistakes she made early on (and what finally unlocked growth)
Why hooks, packaging, and consistency matter more than perfection
How to push through self-doubt, comparison, and creator burnout
The mindset shift from “posting for fun” to building a real business
How to balance content creation, motherhood, travel, and life responsibilities
When to focus on growth vs. monetization (and how to layer income sustainably)
Why niching down and simplifying platforms accelerates results
What creators at the 0–10K stage should focus on first
How failing forward actually builds long-term confidence and momentum

If you’re a creator who feels stretched thin, stuck in perfectionism, or unsure how to grow and monetize without sacrificing your life or sanity, this episode will help you slow down, refocus, and build something that actually supports the life you want.

LINKS & RESOURCES

Join the FREE $3K in 3 Months Workshop👉 https://checkout.theloverspassport.com/3k-3-months/?ref=ig-story

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Episode 104: Why Generic Travel Content Doesn’t Work (and What Finally Did)

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Tue, 30 Dec 2025 21:37:43 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re sitting down with Nicole, a solo travel creator who went from visiting Iceland “by accident” to moving abroad for love, starting over from scratch, and building a thriving personal brand as an American living in Iceland.

After navigating immigration hurdles, leaving behind a traditional career path, and realizing she couldn’t legally work a normal job, Nicole turned to content creation as her only option and transformed it into a sustainable business. Today, she’s grown to nearly 50,000 followers, landed consistent brand deals, built multiple income streams, and created a deeply loyal community by leaning into what made her story unreplicable.

If you’ve ever wondered whether you can grow as a creator outside the U.S., felt boxed into generic travel content, or struggled to stand out in an oversaturated niche, this conversation will completely shift how you think about personal branding, content strategy, and monetization.

We’re pulling back the curtain on what it really looks like to build a creator business from the ground up without a team, without shortcuts, and without waiting for permission.

We’re covering:

How a trip to Iceland turned into a full international move and a creator career
Why generic travel content stopped working (and what replaced it)
The mindset shift from “posting travel tips” to building a personal brand
How niching into your lived experience creates unreplicable content
What it’s really like being a creator outside the U.S.
Building community by sharing culture shock, humor, and real life
The systems that helped her stay consistent without burning out
How she monetizes through brand deals, affiliates, travel planning, and UGC
Why most creators fail before they ever give themselves a real chance
How messy action and adaptability lead to long-term growth

If you’re a creator who feels stuck copying what everyone else is doing, unsure how to stand out, or questioning whether content creation can actually replace a traditional job this episode will help you rethink your strategy, lean into your story, and build a creator business that’s both profitable and aligned.

LINKS & RESOURCES

Join the FREE $3K in 3 Months Workshop👉 https://checkout.theloverspassport.com/3k-3-months/?ref=ig-story

Join The Creator Passport 5.0 Waitlist👉 https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/r0le4nksrr

Follow Nicole on Instagram👉 https://www.instagram.com/nicoleiniceland/

Download Nicole’s Iceland Hidden Gems Guide👉 https://www.rexby.com/Nicole_in_Iceland/iceland

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Episode 103:How to Build a Sustainable Creator Business Abroad While Traveling Full-Time

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 26 Dec 2025 20:55:56 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re sitting down with full-time travel creators who quit their jobs, hit the road, and set out to build a content business together only to realize how quickly burnout can sneak in when you try to do everything at once.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by content creation, unsure which platform to focus on, or stuck in the cycle of posting without seeing real growth, this conversation will hit home. We’re pulling back the curtain on what it actually looks like to build a sustainable creator business while traveling full-time including the mistakes most creators make early on and the mindset shifts that change everything.

We’re covering:

What really happens after you quit your job to travel and create content full-time
Why trying to grow on every platform at once leads to burnout (and slower growth)
The mindset shift from “hoping brands find you” to treating content like a real business
How niching down and simplifying platforms unlocked clarity and momentum
The importance of systems, boundaries, and realistic expectations as a creator
Navigating content creation, income pressure, and growth as a couple
Why sustainability matters more than viral moments
How to know when it’s time to pivot, refocus, and rebuild your strategy

If you’re dreaming of full-time travel, creator freedom, or turning content into a real income stream, but feel stretched thin, confused, or burned out, this episode will help you slow down, refocus, and build a creator business that actually supports the life you want to live.

LINKS & RESOURCES

Join $3k in 3 Months Workshop: https://sagarandami--theloverspassport.thrivecart.com/3k-3-months-register/

Follow Sagar & Ami on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sagarandami/

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Episode 102:How to Set Yourself up as a Content Creator for 2026

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 12 Dec 2025 07:06:04 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re breaking down the exact step-by-step system we’re using to set ourselves up for our biggest year yet, and giving you the full behind-the-scenes roadmap so you can walk into 2026 with clarity, confidence, and an actual plan to grow your creator business.

We’re covering:

The big-picture foundation every creator needs
How to clean out your hard drives
Elevating your pitching, packages & brand deals
How to update your media kit
Your full business + income strategy for the year
Building your 2026 content roadmap
How to choose your signature series

If you’re ready to grow, monetize, and create content with intention, instead of vibes and guesswork, this episode will walk you through the exact framework we use to run a multi-seven-figure creator business.

LINKS & RESOURCES

Join the TCP Waitlist:https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/r0le4nksrr

Join 12 Days of Reelsmas (if open): https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/dwnqcp1lqc

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Episode 101: How to Get Paid to Travel: Lessons From Working With 50+ Tourism Boards & Hotels

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 5 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re kicking off episode 101 with a deep dive into Travel Content Creation 101, the biggest lessons we’ve learned from working with 50+ tourism boards, hotels, and cruise lines around the world so you can skip the chaos, the panic attacks, and the costly mistakes. If you’ve ever dreamed of getting paid to travel but felt overwhelmed by logistics, deliverables, and expectations, this episode is your behind-the-scenes playbook.

You’ll walk away knowing how to plan smarter, shoot more intentionally, and protect both your time and your income on every single travel campaign, whether you’re just landing your first hotel collab or scaling to bigger tourism boards and cruises.

We’re covering:

Why showing up without a shot list is one of the fastest ways to miss key deliverables (and how to build a “must-have vs. nice-to-have” shot list that still leaves room for creativity)
How to research a property or destination without copying every other creator’s content
The importance of having a clear vision and hook before you travel so you’re not shooting everything, burning out, and dreading the edit
How we decide which trips get YouTube vlogs, Instagram deliverables, or both, and how to realistically gauge how much you can shoot in 3–5 days
Our honest take on ideal trip lengths (why we almost never recommend one-night shoots and when longer stays start to become a time suck)
How to think about travel days, jet lag, and time zones so you’re not landing at 4pm and somehow expected to deliver a sunset shoot
The logistics checklist we wish we had on day one: itineraries, activity pacing, golden hour vs. dinner reservations, on-the-ground contacts, and more
What to know about passports, frequent flyer numbers, and using travel agents while still maximizing your own points and airline preferences
The unsexy but essential topic of drone permits, insurance, and permissions, plus our backup plan when we can’t fly the drone
Why you should never assume flights, meals, or incidentals are covered, and the contract language you need to clarify so you’re not losing money on a “dream trip”

We’re also chatting about our 12 Days of Reelsmas challenge, why short, focused challenges helped us grow by over 100,000 followers in a month, and announcing the winner of our latest podcast giveaway.

If getting paid to travel is on your vision board for next year, this episode will help you think like a pro, from your very first negotiation to the moment you hand off final deliverables.

LINKS & RESOURCES Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecreatorpassport Join the TCP Waitlist: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/r0le4nksrr Join the 12 Days of Reelsmas Challenge: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/sn3jeawuxp

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Episode 100:Our Biggest Mistakes as Creators (and What We Learned)

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 21 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re celebrating EPISODE 100 by getting brutally honest about the 10 biggest mistakes we’ve made as full-time content creators over the last five years so you don’t have to repeat them.

If you’ve ever wondered, “Am I missing something?” or felt like everyone else got the rulebook to content creation except you, this episode is the rulebook we wish we had on day one. You’ll walk away knowing what to avoid, what to double down on, and how to make smarter moves in your creator business no matter your niche.

We’re covering:

The contract red flags we missed early on (and how much it actually cost us)
How exclusivity, whitelisting, and in-perpetuity rights can quietly drain tens of thousands from your income
The management contract clause that blindsided us (and what to look for before you ever sign with an agency)
Why engaging with trolls wrecked our mental health and the boundaries we set that changed everything
How to spot one-sided relationships and “takers” in the creator space (and protect your energy + reputation)
Why we regret not quitting our 9–5s sooner and the actual metrics to watch when you’re deciding to go full-time
The delegation mistakes we made as a creator couple and how we now divide roles to avoid stepping on each other’s toes
How delaying outsourcing capped our growth and the mindset shift that finally got us to hire help
The scam brand deal we almost fell for (and our checklist to help you avoid the same trap)
Why chasing clout, repost pages, and “exposure” deals almost never pays off and what to focus on instead

We’re also sharing a behind-the-scenes look at hitting our goal of 200+ five-star reviews by episode 100, what that milestone means to us, and a special giveaway to say thank you. 🎉

To celebrate 100 episodes, we’re giving away a brand new DJI Osmo to one listener.

To enter:

Leave a 5-star review on the podcast (if you haven’t already!)
Send us a DM on Instagram with the words “episode 100” to @thecreatorpassport

LINKS & RESOURCES

TCP Waitlist: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/r0le4nksrr

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Episode 99:What we would do if we had to start Instagram over again

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 14 Nov 2025 11:55:27 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re breaking down exactly what we would do if we had to start all over again as travel creators in 2025, knowing everything we know now after growing The Lovers Passport to 1.3M+ followers and building a multi–seven-figure creator business.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by where to start, how to stand out in a crowded niche, or whether you’re “too late,” this episode will give you the blueprint we wish we had on day one. Spoiler: It has never been easier to grow as a travel creator, if you focus on the right things.

We’re sharing the step-by-step strategy we’d use today to grow faster, monetize sooner, and avoid the biggest mistakes that cost creators years of progress.

We’re covering:

The first thing we’d do to identify our unique advantage (and why this matters more than your gear or how often you travel)
How to analyze your niche so you never run out of high-performing content ideas
The creator skills we’d invest in early and the ones we wouldn’t waste time on
What we’d audit on our own account before posting anything
The fastest path to building trust and an engaged audience from zero
When we’d start monetizing if we were beginners again (hint: way sooner than you think)
How to structure your content so you grow on autopilot without burning out
The mindset creators need to thrive in 2025’s algorithm landscape

If you’ve ever thought, “I want to become a travel creator, but I don’t know where to start,” or if you’ve been posting without traction, this episode will give you the clarity, confidence, and roadmap to finally make it happen.

✈️ LINKS & RESOURCES

Join our free Start From Scratch Mini Course: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/start

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Episode 98:How to Prep for Holiday Brand Deals (Your Q4 Strategy)

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 7 Nov 2025 07:04:13 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re diving into the ultimate creator playbook for Q4, the most profitable time of the year.

We’re breaking down exactly how we’ve made over $100,000 in one month during Q4, why 60–70% of our annual income as creators comes in this season, and what you can do right now to lock in your biggest brand deals before the year ends.

You’ll learn:

Why brands are spending billions in November and December and how to get your slice of the pie
How to update your media kit and case studies to impress brands fast
How to pitch strategically (and persistently) without burning out
The types of content that attract the biggest holiday campaigns
Why you should increase your rates and plan content around brand demand
The mindset shift that separates creators who hope for deals from those who close them

If you’ve ever wondered how full-time creators land massive Q4 campaigns this episode gives you the exact systems, examples, and strategies we use every single year.

🚨 LINKS & RESOURCES

Join The Creator Passport Newsletter: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/a8paj3hqyq

Join the TCP 5.0 VIP Waitlist: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/r0le4nksrr

Grab your spot for our Instagram Masterclass: https://checkout.theloverspassport.com/4-years-reels-masterclass/?ref=story

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Episode 97:The Follower Plateau: What To Do When You Stop Growing

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 31 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Have you ever felt like you’re doing everything right, posting consistently, following trends, engaging daily, and yet your follower count hasn’t moved in weeks (or months)? You’re not alone. This is one of the most common frustrations creators face on the journey to growth.

In this episode, we’re unpacking why follower plateaus happen, how to push through them, and what to do to turn a stall into your next breakthrough, both strategically and mentally.

We’re diving into:

Understanding the Plateau: Why growth is cyclical, not linear, and how plateaus are actually signs you’re ready for a new skill level, not proof you’re failing.
Mindset Shifts: How to detach your self-worth from your analytics, reframe slow seasons as evolution, and see consistency as your superpower.
Strategic Audits: How to analyze your last 10 posts to find what’s working, refresh your hooks, and make data-driven pivots that reignite momentum.
Experimenting with Intention: Simple tweaks that make the biggest difference, testing new hooks, collaborating with peers, or leaning into content that sparks conversation.
Engagement Systems: How to build relationships that make the algorithm work for you, plus a daily 20-minute engagement routine to drive real growth.
Depth Over Width: The truth about nurturing the audience you already have, why conversations, saves, and shares matter more than vanity metrics.

Whether you’re stuck at 1,000 followers or 100K, this episode will help you transform frustration into focus and turn your plateau into your next breakthrough.

🚨 Links and ResourcesJoin our Reels Masterclass: https://checkout.theloverspassport.com/4-years-reels-masterclass/?ref=story

Join TCP 5.0 VIP Waitlist: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/jzimjiudac

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Episode 96:How to Stay Creative When You Feel Like You’re Burned Out (What to Do When You’re Burnt Out But Still Need to Post)

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 24 Oct 2025 07:13:16 +0000

In this episode, we’re sharing our exact strategies for staying creative even when your energy is running on empty, without sacrificing quality or burning out even more.

We’re diving into:

How to shift your mindset around burnout, why it’s not failure, it’s feedback, and how to prioritize restorative self-care instead of soothing distractions.
The practical systems that keep your content engine running, from batching 10–20 posts in a single flow to repurposing one podcast into an entire week of content.
How to protect your creative energy like a CEO, with outsourcing, boundaries, and smart automation that keep your business growing even while you rest.
Tactical creativity boosters for low-energy days, like intentional scrolling, B-roll filming, and easy repost strategies.
Energy management > time management, learn how to structure your week with “creator days” vs “CEO days” to protect your flow.
Future-proofing your brand by building scalable assets like evergreen funnels, digital products, and affiliate systems so your income doesn’t depend on constant posting.

Whether you’re just starting out or leading a six-figure brand, this episode will help you keep showing up with creativity, consistency, and strategy, even when burnout hits.

🚨 Links and ResourcesGrab our free 5-Day Instagram Success Training: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/o6z5agw95f Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecreatorpassport/ Join TCP 5.0 VIP Waitlist: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/jzimjiudac Follow Assistynt on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/assistynt/

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Episode 95: How to Use Trends Without Losing Your Brand Identity

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 17 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re tackling one of the trickiest balancing acts for creators: how to use trends without losing your brand identity.

Trends can feel like cheat codes for reach, skyrocketing your views and landing you in front of millions. But if you lean on them the wrong way, they can dilute your message, attract the wrong audience, and leave you feeling like just another face in the crowd.

We’re breaking down:

What actually counts as a “trend” (and the different types you need to know)
Why some creators blow up from trends while others flop using the same exact format
How to decide which trends are worth your time and which ones to skip
The sweet spot of blending original content with trends to build a loyal following
Tactical tips for spotting trends early and putting your own spin on them
What it really takes to become a trendsetter in 2025

Whether you’re just starting out or already pulling in millions of views, this episode will show you how to leverage trends for growth without sacrificing your unique voice or brand identity.

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Episode 94:Creators: Stop Blaming the Algorithm. Here’s the Real Reason You’re Stuck

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 10 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re tackling one of the biggest unspoken challenges creators face: Why am I doing everything right but still not seeing results?

We brought back one of our most popular guests, mindset coach Brad Bizjack, to dig into the hidden forces that make or break success as a creator. Brad has trained over 75,000 people worldwide, and in this conversation he shares how your beliefs, energy, and intent directly impact your growth more than any strategy ever will.

We’re covering:

Why consistency alone isn’t enough if your mindset is holding you back
The 3-number “combination lock” of success every creator needs to unlock
How your beliefs subconsciously shape the results you get (for better or worse)
Why energy and intent can attract, or repel, opportunities and brand deals
The real reason complaining about the algorithm keeps you stuck
A simple mindset shift to overcome imposter syndrome and self-doubt
How to create a clear vision that pulls you toward your goals instead of keeping you stuck in excuses

If you’ve ever felt like you’re posting, pitching, and doing all the “right things” but your growth has stalled, this episode will give you the clarity and tools to finally shift what’s going on beneath the surface.

🚨 LINKS & RESOURCES Join Brad’s free 5-Day Success Accelerator Challenge: http://www.bradbizjack.com/a/2148154906/8jTKLM2q

Success Accelerator VIP: http://www.bradbizjack.com/a/2148158666/8jTKLM2q

What's Your Unique Success Archetype Quiz: http://www.bradbizjack.com/a/2148151333/8jTKLM2q

Rewired Waitlist: http://www.bradbizjack.com/a/2148158243/8jTKLM2q Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecreatorpassport/

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Episode 93:The 80/20 Rule of Content Creation (Focus on What Actually Moves the Needle)

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 3 Oct 2025 08:16:47 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re unpacking one of the most powerful principles for creators who feel stuck on the content treadmill: the 80/20 rule. If you’ve ever found yourself posting on every platform, juggling brand deals, and hustling nonstop, but not seeing the results you want, this conversation will change the way you run your business.

We’re diving into how the Pareto Principle (80% of results come from 20% of actions) applies directly to your growth, income, and daily workflow as a creator. From doubling down on the posts and platforms that actually move the needle, to letting go of busy work disguised as productivity, you’ll walk away with clarity on where to focus your limited time and energy.

We’re covering:

Why 20 reels generated nearly 1 million of our followers (and how to find your top performers)
The hidden busy work keeping creators stuck in the grind
How to identify your “semi-truck” income stream and scale it to six figures and beyond
What tasks to outsource so you can stay in your zone of genius
How to shift your mindset from hustling harder to scaling smarter
A practical 3-step audit to apply the 80/20 rule to your analytics, monetization, and workflow today

If you’re ready to stop hustling in every direction and start making quantum leaps in your business, this episode will show you exactly how to focus on the 20% that actually matters.

🚨 LINKS & RESOURCES 👉 Grab our free 5-Day Instagram Success Training: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/o6z5agw95f 👉 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecreatorpassport/

Follow Assistynt on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/assistynt/

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Episode 92:UGC vs. Influencer Marketing: What Really Makes More Money?

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 26 Sep 2025 07:00:00 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re diving into one of the hottest debates in the creator economy: Should you lean into UGC (user-generated content) or build your career as an influencer? Both paths can lead to six figures and beyond, but the strategies, scalability, and lifestyle are very different.

We share our personal experiences working in both spaces, from our first $500 deodorant UGC gig that ran as an ad for a year, to building a seven-figure business as travel influencers. You’ll get an honest breakdown of the pros and cons of each path, plus insights on how to know which one is right for you depending on your goals.

We’re covering:

What UGC actually is (and why brands are obsessed with it right now)
Why influencer marketing is a long-term play but often more scalable
The ROI difference between one viral UGC ad vs. one sponsored influencer post
How to decide where to start if you’re brand new to content creation
Why storytelling and editing skills give you the biggest advantage
The financial ceiling of UGC compared to influencer partnerships
How to build a strong portfolio before pitching either path

If you’ve ever wondered which direction will get you to consistent $10k months faster, UGC or influencer content, this episode will give you the clarity to pick your lane and start monetizing with confidence.

🚨 LINKS & RESOURCES Download our Paid to Post Blueprint: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/qaf4vkyxgu Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecreatorpassport/ Join TCP 5.0 VIP Waitlist: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/jzimjiudac

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Episode 91:The RIGHT Way to Expand Your Creator Brand As You (and Your Account) Change

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 19 Sep 2025 07:55:20 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re tackling one of the biggest questions creators face: Should I pivot, rebrand, or even start a whole new account? As your life and interests evolve, your content inevitably changes too, but how do you bring your audience along for the ride without losing engagement or momentum?

We break down the shifts we’ve personally navigated (from California road trips to international adventures, from one brand to two), the mindset creators need when making big changes, and the strategies that make rebranding less scary and more successful.

We’re covering:

The difference between a subtle shift vs. a complete rebrand
How to “prime” your audience before introducing new content
The 80/20 rule for balancing old vs. new content pillars
When it makes sense to start an entirely new account
How trial reels can help you safely test new niches
Real creator case studies of pivots done right (and wrong)
Why storytelling is the secret ingredient in making any pivot stick
The professional pitfalls that cause most rebrands to flop

If you’ve ever felt stuck in your niche, nervous about changing direction, or unsure whether your audience will follow you into your next chapter, this episode will give you the clarity and confidence you need to evolve your brand with purpose.

🚨 LINKS & RESOURCES

Download our Paid to Post Blueprint: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/qaf4vkyxgu

Join The Creator Passport Newsletter: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/a8paj3hqyq

Join TCP 5.0 VIP Waitlist: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/jzimjiudac

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Episode 90:The Real Reasons You’re Not Getting Brand Deals in 2025

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 12 Sep 2025 17:03:53 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re diving into the real reasons you’re not getting brand deals in 2025. If you’ve been pitching nonstop, watching your inbox stay quiet, or wondering why this year feels tougher than ever, this conversation will give you the clarity (and action steps) you’ve been missing.

We break down the shifts we’re seeing on the brand side, the mistakes creators keep making, and the exact strategies we’ve used to land more inbound deals than ever, making this our biggest year for partnerships to date.

We’re covering:

The #1 industry shift in 2025 that’s changing how brands choose creators
Why ROI and proof of influence matter more than follower count
Audience alignment mistakes that kill your chances before you even pitch
The balance between growth content vs. brand-friendly content (and how to nail both)
Why generic ChatGPT pitches are backfiring and how to stand out instead
What to do if brands keep saying “we don’t have budget”
Negotiation mindsets that will help you close more paid deals
The professionalism gap most creators overlook—and how it’s costing them money

If you’ve ever thought, “Why am I not getting brand deals when everyone else seems to be?” this episode will help you reframe, reset, and start landing partnerships that actually pay.

🚨 LINKS & RESOURCES

Join The Creator Passport Newsletter: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/a8paj3hqyq

Join TCP 5.0 VIP Waitlist: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/jzimjiudac

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Episode 89:The Financial Game Plan Every Content Creator Needs

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 5 Sep 2025 07:59:44 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re sitting down with Mel Abraham, entrepreneur, author of Building Your Money Machine, and financial educator helping creators and business owners build wealth with intention.

If you’ve ever wondered how to balance the unpredictability of content creation with long-term financial security, this conversation will be a game-changer. Mel breaks down money myths that keep creators stuck, the systems to start building wealth (even if you’re living invoice to invoice), and how to make sure your financial life supports the lifestyle you actually want to live.

We’re covering:

The #1 money myth holding most creators back
Why time is your greatest wealth-building lever (and how to use it wisely)
The simple system to start saving and investing (even with inconsistent income)
How to set up “money dates” with your partner—or yourself—to reduce financial stress
When to know it’s safe to quit your 9–5 and go all in on content creation
The five types of income that make up a true “Money Machine”
Why creators can (and should) have retirement accounts, 401(k)s, and long-term wealth plans
How to avoid “shiny object syndrome” and build your financial life in your own lane

If you’ve ever thought, “I’ll figure out money later,” or felt overwhelmed by the financial side of running your business, this episode will show you how to start small, gain confidence, and build an unshakable foundation for your future.

💸 LINKS & RESOURCES

Join Mel’s free 10-Day Money Momentum Challenge: https://secure.melabraham.com/a/DE6FlxQqrz/5230

Follow Mel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melabraham9/

Grab Mel’s book Building Your Money Machine: https://amzn.to/4lQAM41

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Episode 88: How to Grow a Family Travel Account Without Selling Your Soul or Your Schedule

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 27 Jun 2025 06:48:17 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re sitting down with @thehendrixtribe, a family travel account that’s grown to over 50,000 followers in just one year, all while raising three young kids and living life completely off-script.

What started as a personal diary for family and friends evolved into a powerful platform that now reaches over 50 million people per month. And the best part? They’re doing it without compromising their values, chasing trends, or pretending to be anyone but their bold, unconventional selves.

We’re diving deep into how they built their brand around unschooling, authenticity, and value-driven storytelling—and how embracing their “weird” became their biggest asset.

We’re covering:

The storytelling shifts that helped them reach 50M+ views a month
Why their unschooling lifestyle made them more relatable, not less
How they handle trolls, judgment, and virality without losing sleepTheir slow-burn monetization strategy (and why they say no to 90% of paid deals)
The mindset shift that helped them finally go from “just sharing” to “creating value”
Their honest take on posting every day, balancing travel and parenthood, and staying grounded
How real estate, Disney rentals, and content creation now work together in their income ecosystem
What they’d tell their past selves before ever hitting publish

If you’ve ever felt like you were “too late,” “too different,” or that your life is too chaotic to build something online, this episode is proof that there’s space for you exactly as you are.

🎒 LINKS & RESOURCES Watch their content: https://www.instagram.com/thehendrixtribe/reels/ Join The Creator Passport 4.0:

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Episode 86: How to Grow as a Creator Without Living in the U.S. or Traveling Full-Time Description:

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 6 Jun 2025 07:58:00 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re sitting down with Liz and Leon, winners of our 2024 Breakthrough Creator of the Year award, who grew from just 6,000 to over 82,000 followers while working full-time jobs and living in the UK.

They’re proving that you don’t need to live in the U.S., be in your 20s, or travel full-time to become a successful content creator. In fact, they built a thriving page by leaning into everything they once thought disqualified them, from repurposing old safari footage to owning their UK-based lifestyle and turning it into a pillar of their brand.

In this conversation, we’re diving deep into how they’ve stood out in the saturated travel niche, balanced content creation as a couple, and restructured their lives to avoid burnout while still posting every day.

We’re covering:

How Liz and Leon grew from 6K to 82K followers while working 9-to-5s
What finally gave them the confidence to start after years of excuses
How they landed on a safari niche (without constantly traveling abroad)
Their unique system for repurposing content without annoying their audience
Tips for working together as a couple without burning out your relationship
The mindset shifts that helped them go all-in, even in their 30s
How they manage energy and time when their “vacation” is now work

If you’ve ever thought, “I’m too old for this,” or “I don’t live somewhere exciting enough,” or “My partner’s not on board,” this episode is going to change the way you see what’s possible.

🎒 LINKS & RESOURCES

Free 4-Figure Creator Masterclass: https://mrandmrsdadventures--theloverspassport.thrivecart.com/4-figures-in-4-weeks-webinar/

Follow Liz and Leon on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/mrandmrsd.adventures/

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Episode 85:The Most Common Struggles as a New Creator (and How to Overcome Them)

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 30 May 2025 10:16:52 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we are going through all the BIGGEST problems that see with content creations and why they aren’t growing. We asked our Creator Passport Challenge Facebook page of over 2,000 content creators what their biggest problems were, and this is what they said they were struggling the most with.

We’re covering:

Why so many creators struggle with Account Blindness
How to increase your views on Videos
Does trending Audio actually matter?
How long it takes for you to start to see results from posting
Why you may not be gaining new followers daily
How to increase your conversion data
The difference between posting on Instagram and TikTok
How to post consistently with a 9-5 job
Whether you should post old content or new content

Whether you’re working full-time, feel stuck in your growth, or you’re just looking for a way to start getting more views on Instagram, this episode is for you.

🎒 LINKS & RESOURCES

Join our Free Workshop: https://checkout.theloverspassport.com/4-figures-in-4-weeks-webinar/

Join TCP 4.0 Priority Waitlist: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/khtke8bt9o

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Episode 84: "I Wish I Started in 2016" - What Finally Made Her Take the Leap

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 23 May 2025 09:57:35 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re sitting down with LoriAnne, one of our most inspiring TCP students, who went from 40 to over 12,700 followers in just a few short months, while working a full-time 9-to-5 job.

We’re diving into how LoriAnne used her Type A travel planning skills and creative storytelling to carve out a unique niche in the saturated travel creator space. From being stuck in analysis paralysis for nearly a decade to finally taking the leap into content creation and growing fast, LoriAnne shares what finally pushed her to start, and how she’s built real momentum without quitting her day job or constantly hopping on a plane.

We’re covering:

How Laurieann grew from 40 to 12.7k+ followers in just 70 posts
Her simple system for planning high-converting, helpful travel content
How to stand out in a crowded niche without reinventing the wheel
The mindset shifts that helped her overcome fear and finally hit post
Her tips for balancing a 9-to-5 while building a personal brand
What to do when you feel like you’ve “missed the boat” or are starting too late
How she uses data (without getting overwhelmed) to create viral, authentic content

Whether you’re working full-time, feel stuck in your growth, or you’re just tired of waiting for the “perfect time” to start, this episode is your permission slip to stop overthinking and just start.

🎒 LINKS & RESOURCES

Free Creator Masterclass: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/tcp

Follow Laurieann on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wanderwithpassion/

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Episode 83: How One Reel Earned Her 49,000 Followers (And What She’d Do Again)

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 16 May 2025 13:48:50 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re diving into one of the most heartwarming and viral success stories from our community, how a full-time teacher grew from 900 to over 80,000 followers by sharing her creative classroom adventures.

We’re joined by Trisha, an inspiring educator who combined her love of travel and teaching to build a unique content niche that’s now impacting classrooms around the world. From transforming her classroom into a full-blown flight to China, to building out an educational series that went massively viral (hello, 45 MILLION views!), this episode is packed with tangible lessons for anyone looking to grow while staying true to their purpose.

We’re covering:

How Trisha turned one classroom activity into a signature video series
The behind-the-scenes strategy that led to explosive growth (without burning out)
How to grow as a creator with a full-time job
Her best tips for storytelling, batching, and building community
How she handled the viral hate comments, and what kept her grounded
The mindset shift that changed everything for her content
Why consistency > perfection, and how it paid off

If you’re a creator juggling a 9-to-5, looking for inspiration to find your voice, or dreaming of launching a series that sticks, this episode is for you.

🎒 LINKS & RESOURCES

TCP Masterclass: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/tcp

Follow Trisha on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrsdepasquale/

Check out her educational travel guides: www.mrsdepasquale.com

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Episode 82: Why Your Niche Isn’t Working (and How to Fix It)

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 9 May 2025 08:43:08 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re breaking down one of the most important (and most confusing) parts of growing as a content creator: nailing your niche.

Whether you’re a beginner who loves everything and doesn’t want to choose, an intermediate creator ready to pivot, or an advanced creator looking to expand your audience, we’re covering exactly how to figure out what niche makes sense for you and how to grow within (and beyond) it without confusing your audience or the algorithm.

We’re sharing:

Our own niche evolution from California road trips to international bucket list adventures
How to choose a niche you’ll actually enjoy long-term (without getting stuck or bored)
Why a niche matters for building a loyal following and landing brand deals
The difference between a pivot and a U-turn, and when it’s time to start a new account
The biggest mistakes we see creators make when picking or changing niches
How to shift your content without losing your audience
Actionable exercises to help you narrow down (or refine) your niche today

If you’ve ever felt stuck posting the same thing, worried about changing directions, or overwhelmed by “niching down” advice, this episode is your roadmap to clarity.

✨ LINKS & RESOURCES

LINKS: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/tcp

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Episode:81: How Much It Really Costs to Become a Full-Time Content Creator in 2025

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 2 May 2025 07:24:05 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re breaking down the real cost of becoming a full-time content creator, no fluff, no BS, just the actual numbers, tools, and sacrifices it takes to build a travel creator business from the ground up.

Whether you’re just starting out and bootstrapping your journey with $30 or scaling to a six- or seven-figure brand with employees, software, and taxes galore, we’re walking you through everything we’ve spent (and what we’d do differently) so you can budget smarter and grow faster.

We're diving into:

The true startup cost of becoming a travel content creator (spoiler: it can be under $50!)
The must-have gear to start creating high-quality content, with just your phone
Our go-to editing apps, photo tools, and where to save vs. splurge
A full breakdown of the software stack we use (and which are actually worth it)
How we reinvested early income to scale our business sustainably
Hidden costs most creators don’t talk about: taxes, insurance, employee benefits & more
The mental + physical toll of full-time travel and how to set healthy expectations
Our top advice for making travel content when you can’t afford to travel yet
How we turned a $20K honeymoon into thousands in blog & YouTube revenue

Plus, we’re sharing the time commitment it really takes to build a successful creator brand, and how to know when it’s time to invest in help or go full-time.

LINKSJoin the Creator Passport Priority Waitlist to get exclusive access: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/tcp

$30 Amazon Tripod: https://amzn.to/4iH8ibp

ManyChat (free month): manychat.com/creators?utm_source=influencer&utm_medium=cold&utm_campaign=TLP&utm_content=IG

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Episode: 80: What no one teaches you about going viral on TikTok and Instagram

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 25 Apr 2025 15:20:06 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re sharing everything no one tells you about what actually happens when your content goes viral on social media, whether it’s your first time or your tenth. From hitting millions of views overnight to navigating hate comments, crashing your inbox, and even landing in the Washington Post and Fox News, we’re breaking down the real-life aftermath of virality. More importantly, we’re giving you the exact strategies to prepare, capitalize, and protect your brand when your post takes off.

We’re diving into:

What “going viral” really means (and the 3 types of virality no one talks about)
How our first viral video gained us 30k+ followers in 24 hours
The biggest mistakes we made after going viral and how to avoid them
The power of timely CTA's, pinned posts, and optimizing your link in bio
Why having something to promote is essential BEFORE you go viral
How one viral Coachella video led to news interviews and thousands in sales
What to do when the wrong audience (or haters) starts showing up in droves
Why Manychat can both supercharge AND temporarily crash your account
The viral video that nearly tanked someone’s niche and how to prevent that from happening to you
What to do when your analytics go haywire and brand deal demographics shift
How to mentally protect your peace as a creator when hate starts pouring in

Plus, we’re sharing a checklist of the 5 things you should set up TODAY to be ready for your next viral moment.

👉 BONUS: Want our viral-ready checklist and tools?

Grab our FREE Paid to Post Blueprint to start monetizing your content, even if you’re just starting out:

https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/tcp

🛠️ Tools & Resources Mentioned:

ManyChat (Get your first month free): manychat.com/creators?utm_source=influencer&utm_medium=cold&utm_campaign=TLP&utm_content=IG

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Episode 79: I posted every day for 3 years then THIS happened

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 11 Apr 2025 18:24:15 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re pulling back the curtain on what really happens when you post on Instagram every. single. day. for three years straight. Spoiler alert: it completely changed our lives—and our business. From launching The Lovers Passport to scaling to a million followers and building a 7-figure brand, we’re sharing the full journey—raw, unfiltered, and jam-packed with takeaways you can apply right now.

We’re diving into: How a 30-day posting challenge sparked three years of daily content
The growth trajectory from 30k to 1M+ followers
How daily content helped us quit our full-time jobs and go all-in
What actually went viral (and why)
The top systems that made posting daily possible
How we batch content in under 1 hour per day
Why consistency always beats talent (yes, always)
What separates the top 1% of our students from the rest
How to improve every post by just 1% and why it matters
What not to do if you want long-term growth and momentum
The truth about burnout, creative block, and taking intentional breaks

Plus, we’re giving you a step-by-step breakdown of the exact system we used to stay consistent—even while working full-time, traveling the world, and building multiple brands at once.

👉 BONUS: Grab our free Paid to Post Blueprint to learn how to land your first (or next) brand deal—no matter your following: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/tcp

Show Notes:

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Episode 78: Time Saving Tips Every Creator Should Know

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 4 Apr 2025 07:30:12 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re sharing the exact systems we use to save time, avoid burnout, and post daily, even while running three businesses, traveling 5+ months out of the year, and still making time for real life (yes, even pickleball). Over the past four years, we’ve grown from full-time jobs and side hustles to full-time creators managing The Lovers Passport, Creator Passport, and now our newest brand, Assistynt. These time-saving hacks have helped us build a 7-figure creator business, and today, we’re giving you the inside scoop so you can do the same.

We’re diving into:

Our exact batching schedule (how we post daily with just 1 hour/day)
The pyramid system for content pillars that makes idea generation so much faster
How we trend forecast every Monday & stay ahead without losing flexibility
Why you should stop editing Reels on your phone (and what to do instead)
The productivity tools we swear by (Asana, Otter.ai, ChatGPT & more)
How to use AI to write captions, scripts, and blog outlines in your voice
The truth about burnout, hustle culture, and why taking breaks matters
When (and what) to outsource as a creator to scale your business faster
Why realistic expectations = sustainable success

Plus, we’re sharing our favorite hacks for deep work, task switching, time tracking, and Monday Hour, the tool that’s helped us take control of our schedule and finally get our time back.

👉 BONUS: Want our exact trend forecasting system? Join the waitlist for TCP 4.0 and get a free lesson: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/tcp

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Episode 77: The Reality of Working with Hotels

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 28 Mar 2025 16:33:03 +0000

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we're pulling back the curtain on what it’s really like to work with hotels as a full-time content creator. From dreamy 5-star resorts to boutique properties around the world, we’ve collaborated with over 30 hotels, and not every experience is as glamorous as Instagram makes it look.

We’re diving into:

The real reason hotels don’t want to pay creators
Why views doesn’t always convert — and what hotels care about most
How to position your unique value as a creator (and actually prove ROI)
The difference between working with boutique hotels vs. international chains
What a typical “work” day on property actually looks like (spoiler: it's not a vacation)
How to prep for unpredictable weather, tight timelines, and packed schedules
The importance of being a five-star creator, not just a five-star guest

Plus, we’re sharing our favorite tips to make hotel collaborations smoother, more professional, and more profitable — from pitching to drone flying.

👉 BONUS: Want to start working with hotels as a creator? Grab our free 5-Day Training: Grab The Creator Passport Freebies: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/tcp

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Episode 76: How he grew over 775k followers as a Travel Creator with @travelwithdalt

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 21 Mar 2025 18:39:35 +0000

In this episode of Unfiltered Adventures, we have Dalton from @travelwithdalt on the podcast to discuss his rise from 0 to over 775k followers on Instagram. We talk about how he developed an amazing community of creators from all around the world, how his story created the strong person he is today, and so much more. This episode is for you if you love to travel and want to become a content creator in the future

Show Notes:

Follow Dalton on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travelwithdalt/

Grab The Creator Passport Freebies: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/tcp

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Episode 75:Behind the Scenes with Nomadic Matt

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 14 Mar 2025 17:21:49 +0000

In this episode of Unfiltered Adventures, we have Matthew Kepnes, the owner of one of the biggest travel blogs in the world! He has budget travelled all over the world, and just finished writing his newest book “How to Travel the World on $75 a Day” which is now available! We dove into how he got started traveling, his passion for budget travel, how to backpack around the world, and so much more! This episode is for you if you want to start traveling more on a budget!

Show Notes:

Follow Matt on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/nomadicmatt/

Check out his newest book How to Travel the World on $75 a Day: https://www.nomadicmatt.com/how-to-travel-the-world/

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Episode 74: How they grew over 100k followers in 1 year as Family Travel Creators with @gooutsideandexplore

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 7 Mar 2025 07:09:38 +0000

In this episode of Unfiltered Adventures, we have Kyle and Heather from @gooutsideandexplore to talk about how they grew over 100k followers as Family Travel Creators! They have grown from 11k to over 100k in under 9 months since joining The Creator Passport, and have been able to do this while traveling with their kids and having a home base in Hawaii. We dive into how they work together as a couple, the realities of Family Travel, their strategies for growth, and so much more! This episode is for you if you are looking to become a Family Travel Creator or start traveling more with your family.

Show Notes:

Follow Heather and Kyle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gooutsideandexplore/

Grab The Creator Passport Freebies: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/tcp

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Episode 73:How to Get Started as a Travel Content Creator and Successful Systems with @funsizewanderer

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 28 Feb 2025 10:33:55 +0000

In this episode of Unfiltered Adventures, we have Sam from @funsizewanderer on to talk about how she went from 0 to over 30k followers on Instagram as a New Creator with a Full Time Job! She has done an incredible job putting systems in place and finding a content style that helped her grow rapidly! She was the winner of our Creator Passport 30 Day Challenge, and we are so excited to talk about the systems she has in place to help her succeed! This episode is for you if you are looking to get into Travel Content Creation and focus on outdoor adventures with a full-time job.

Show Notes:

Follow Sam on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funsizewanderer/

Grab The Creator Passport Freebies: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/tcp

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Episode 72:How She Became a Luxury Travel Content Creator while Working a Full Time Job with @probablyoutofoffice

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 21 Feb 2025 07:16:56 +0000

In this episode of Unfiltered Adventures, we have Madison from @probablyoutofoffice on to talk about how she became a Luxury Travel Content Creator! She has done an amazing job standing out in a crowded market, and we are so proud of her unique content style. She has seen success as a new content creator, and has generated millions of views with her travel content! This episode is for you if you are looking to get into Travel Content Creation and focus on luxury accommodations with a full-time job.

Show Notes:

Follow Madison on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/probablyoutofoffice/

Grab The Creator Passport Freebies: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/tcp

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Episode: 71:How to become a Local Travel Creator with @real_diari_adventures

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 14 Feb 2025 07:18:38 +0000

In this episode of Unfiltered Adventures, we bring Diego & Arielle from @real_diari_adventures to talk about how they become Local Travel Influencers in Manitoba, Canada. They have been able to grow over 33k followers, and make multiple 5 figures from being content creators in the local area. We dive into Content Creation, Manitoba, How they Grew, How to Monetize, and SO MUCH MORE! This episode is for you if you want to become a Travel Content Creator, but feel like you can’t travel all the time.

Show Notes:

Follow Diego and Arielle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_diari_adventures/

Download their free Manitoba Guide: https://stan.store/realdiariadventures

Grab The Creator Passport Freebies: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/tcp

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Episode:70:Mindset as a Solo Female Travel Creator with Alex from @thepicturesquepassport

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 7 Feb 2025 07:00:00 +0000

In this episode of Unfiltered Adventures, we bring on Alex from @thepicturesquepassport to talk about her story and how she has grown so much on Social Media, while working a full-time job. She has done an incredible job standing out in a crowded marketplace, and pushing past limiting beliefs to help her get to where she is today. This episode is for you if you love to travel and are looking to become a travel content creator either on your own, or as a couple.

Show Notes:

Follow Alex on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepicturesquepassport/

Grab The Creator Passport Freebies: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/tcp

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Episode: 69: What it is REALLY like to be a Travel Content Creator in your 50’s

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 31 Jan 2025 06:57:15 +0000

In this episode of Unfiltered Adventures, we bring on Kishia from @myfloridaguide to discuss how she grew from 0 to over 300k in under a year as a woman in her 50s with a full-time job! She is one of the most inspirational people we have seen, and we think her story will show you that anything is possible if you put the right strategy and mindset to it. She went from knowing nothing about Content Creation, to now having the opportunity to do it for her full-time job. This episode is for you if you have been thinking about becoming a content creator and question if you can do it if you aren’t in your 20’s.

Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myfloridaguide/

Beach Day Packing List: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGTmIaA70Q/zC7kb_1edCV1cNEr0VSArg/view?utm_content=DAGTmIaA70Q&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=editor

Grab The Creator Passport Freebies: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/tcp

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Episode: 68: How they grew over 400k followers as Travel Creators with @georgeandcris

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 24 Jan 2025 13:01:05 +0000

In this episode of Unfiltered Adventures, we bring on George and Crissa from @georgeandcris on Instagram, and talk about their journey as Content Creators. They have grown over 200k followers since joining our program, The Creator Passport, and have now made over 6 figures from being Travel Creators. We dive into everything around pivoting niches, working together as a couple, their strategy, what they learned from TCP, and so much more.

Follow them on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/georgeandcris/

Grab The Creator Passport Freebies: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/tcp

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Episode 67:Finding hidden gems in the Midwest with @hikingwithhykes

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 07:13:23 +0000

In this episode of Unfiltered Adventures, we have Trevor and Riley from @hikingwithhykes on to talk about their experience traveling in Ohio and beyond. They have grown their Instagram account from 11k to over 82k followers by creating unique and beautiful travel content from Ohio and the surrounding areas. We dive into the must-visit area, what it is like working as a couple, how they grew so fast on Instagram, and so much more. This episode is for you if you are interested in traveling with a full-time job.

Follow Trevor and Riley on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hikingwithhykes/ 24 Hours in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park Guide :https://hikingwithhykes.myflodesk.com/

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Episode 66:What is it REALLY like Traveling in Australia and being a Travel Influencer

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 13 Dec 2024 07:13:30 +0000

In this episode of Unfiltered Adventures, we have Harry and Lauren, @haz_and_loz, on the podcast to talk about their experience traveling and working in Australia! They have over 250k followers across platforms, lived on the road for 2 years in Australia, and now are working as full time content creators in Australia! This episode is for you if you want to travel to Australia, are looking to become a Travel Influencer, or want just love travel!

Follow @haz_and_loz on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/haz_and_loz/

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Episode 65:How they went from 6 Figure Travel Content Creator to 8 Figure Business Entrepreneur

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 6 Dec 2024 10:57:23 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we have Trent from @riotravelers on the podcast to tell their story of going from Full-Time workers, to 6 figure Content Creators, to 8-figure business entrepreneurs. We dive into what their tips for working with a spouse are, what they had to learn when scaling their business, things they look for when working with UGC Creators, and so much more! This episode is for you if you are interested in learning how to use content creation to grow other areas of your business.

Follow Trent and Sarah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/riotravelers/

Follow Reach International Outfitters: https://www.instagram.com/reach_internationaloutfitters/

Follow Trent and Sarah on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@riotravelers?lang=en

Check out Trent and Sarah’s Scratch off Adventure Bucketlist: https://reachinternationaloutfitters.com/collections/state-bucket-lists

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Episode 64:How to Maximize Your Points and Miles with @katieosheaaway

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 29 Nov 2024 07:13:56 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we are diving into how Katie and Cody are able to go on a $61,000 vacation for free with Points and Miles. They are Points and Miles experts, and we dive into how to get the best redemptions, how to travel while working a full-time job, the best cards today, and so much more. This episode is for you if you are looking to start to travel on Points and Miles and sign up for your first Credit Card.

Points and Miles Quick Start Guide https://katieoshea.kit.com/quickstart

Follow Katie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katieosheaaway/

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Episode 63:How much we made as Travel Content Creators in 2023?

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 22 Nov 2024 08:15:51 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we are diving into how much we made as Travel Content Creators in 2023! This was a HIGHLY requested episode from you, and we dive into how much we made, where all the income comes from, things we wish knew, and what our goal is for 2024! This episode is for you if you are thinking about becoming a Content Creator, but are unsure if it will be enough to pursue as a Full-Time job! Our hope is to be as transparent as possible!

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Episode 62 : What it is REALLY like working on a Cruise Ship

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 15 Nov 2024 09:00:24 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we have Alley from @wanderlustalley on the podcast to talk about her experience working as a Disney Princess in Tokyo to becoming a Lakers Cheerleader to working as a professional dancer on a cruise ship and now becoming a Full Time Content Creator. She has travelled all over the world with her background in dance and said yes to some incredible opportunities. This episode is for you if you love traveling and want to use your talent to work in various jobs around the world!

Follow Alley on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wanderlustalley/

Follow Alley on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wanderlustalley

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Episode 61:What it is like to Travel to Every Country in the World

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 8 Nov 2024 07:20:45 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we have Lexie from @lexielimitless on the podcast to talk about her experience traveling to every country in the world. She has 2 World Records including being the youngest person to travel to every country in the world, and being the first person to circumnavigate the globe in an EV. We dive intro struggles that she has had in the past, difficulties of trying to visit every country in the world, her favorite places she has visited, and so much more. This episode is for you if you love traveling and want to feel inspired to visit some of the hidden gems in the world.

Follow Lexie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lexielimitless/reels/

Follow Lexie on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/lexielimitless

Get the first 3 chapters of Lexie’s Book: https://www.lexielimitless.com/newsletter/

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Episode 60- How to Rewire Your Mindset for Success as a Content Creator

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Sat, 19 Oct 2024 21:03:30 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we have our personal mindset coach Brad Bizjack on to talk through how to overcome failure, beat imposter syndrome, and how to set goals that inspire yourself. We met Brad earlier this year, and he has already changed the way we think about everything in life. He came to talk to our students in The Creator Passport, and helped one of our students go from $1,000 a month to $30,000 a month after listening to him. This episode is for you if you are interested in growing your personal mindset and learning how to rewire your mind for success.

Join his 5-Day Training here: https://www.bradbizjack.com/a/2147528243/8jTKLM2q

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Episode 59:10 Ways to Add Value to Your Audience

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 27 Sep 2024 07:46:39 +0000

This week, on Unfiltered Adventures, we are releasing our third episode from our Secret Podcast Series! This series has been focusing on how to become a Travel Content Creator and things that we wish we knew before starting! We dive into all the things that might be preventing you from growing on Instagram from our experience after coaching hundreds of other Content Creators. This episode is for you if you are interested in growing an Instagram page and have been struggling on how!

https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/kit1h5j9jj

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Episode 58:Why Operating Social Media Like a Business will TRANSFORM your life

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 20 Sep 2024 06:46:21 +0000

This week, on Unfiltered Adventures, we are releasing our second episode from our Secret Podcast Series! The next episode will be relating to how to become a Travel Content Creator and things that we wish we knew before starting! We dive into all the things that might be preventing you from growing on Instagram from our experience after coaching hundreds of other Content Creators. This episode is for you if you are interested in growing an Instagram page and have been struggling on how!

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Episode 57:What’s REALLY Preventing you from growing on Instagram

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 13 Sep 2024 06:58:54 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we are releasing our first episode from our Secret Podcast Series! The next 3 episodes will all be relating to how to become a Travel Content Creator and things that we wish we knew before starting! We dive into all the things that might be preventing you from growing on Instagram from our experience after coaching hundreds of other Content Creators. This episode is for you if you are interested in growing an Instagram page and have been struggling on how!

https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/kit1h5j9jj

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Episode 56:Getting Paid to Fly Around the World with @erinandpaulfly

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 6 Sep 2024 07:25:37 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we have Erin and Paul, from @erinandpaulfly, on the Podcast to talk about how they are able to get paid to become Travel Pilots in the US! They have grown their audience to over 50k across platforms, are Aviation Pilots, plus app creators, plus wedding photographers and just incredible entrepreneurs and people! If you are interested in becoming a Content Creator, Flying around the world, or becoming an entrepreneur in the travel space, this episode is for you!

https://www.instagram.com/erinandpaulfly/

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Episode 55:How they grew over 2 Million Followers while working Full-Time Jobs with @micahandsarahhh

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 23 Aug 2024 07:25:54 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we have Micah and Sarah, from @micahandsarahhh, on the podcast to talk about how they have grown their TikTok to over 2 Million, Instagram to over 1 Million, started the Fortitude Podcast, and now starting a family, all while working Full-Time Jobs most of their journey! They have been able to create multiple streams of revenue in the Couples Comedy and Theater niche, by posting fun and engaging short form videos. They have know grown there short relatable videos, into a multi-platform empire! This episode is for you if you are interested in becoming a Creator while working a full-time job.

Follow Micah and Sarah: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/micahandsarahhh/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@micahandsarah?lang=en

Blog: https://www.thefortitudeproject.com/

Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/51QLZDHRsgTnmDFTQRcEVa?si=ac2de425bd4a4091

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Episode 54:Travel Blogging with a 9-5 job with @adventuresbylana

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 16 Aug 2024 06:00:00 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we have Lana, @adventuresbylana, on the podcast to talk about how she became a Travel Blogger while still working a 9-5 job. She has been able to create this very successful job by just traveling on the weekends and utilizing her time to stay consistent and grow her blog. We dive into her favorite places that she has ever travelled, Florida exploring, how to become a travel blogger, and so much more. This episode is for you if you are interested in Florida Travel and how to become a blogger while working a Full Time job.

Follow Lana: https://www.instagram.com/adventuresbylana/

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Bootstrap Blogging Course: https://course.bootstrapblogging.com/checkout?a=AQfpLrje

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Episode 53:Having the Freedom to work from anywhere with @acrosseveryborder

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 9 Aug 2024 07:12:00 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we have Sara and Ryan, @acrosseveryborder, on Unfiltered Adventures to talk about how they become Digital Nomads. If you are new to it, a Digital Nomad is someone that can work from anywhere in the world and typically works for other people on Social Media. Ryan is a Professional Video Editor, and Sara is a Social Media Manager, and together they are able to work remotely and travel full time. We dive into their story, how they were able to become Digital Nomads, best places to work as a Digital Nomad, and so much more. This episode is for you if you are interested in becoming a Digital Nomad and learning how to get paid to travel full-time.

Follow Ryan and Sara: https://www.instagram.com/acrosseveryborder/

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Episode 52:Free Dive Training and Content Creation with @bonnyandgava

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 2 Aug 2024 07:04:01 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we have @bonnyandgava, two of the best underwater free divers and creators on Instagram, on the podcast to talk about free diving, how to hold your breath for longer, content creation, underwater filming tips, and so much more! They have grown their Instagram to over 224k followers and create beautiful and education content all underwater! Their skills both as creators and free divers continue to develop and grow day by day, and we dive into all their tips and tricks! This episode is for you if you want to learn how to free time, travel, and create beautiful underwater content!

Free Diving Mini Course: https://bonnyandgava.com/3-minutes-program/ use “LOVERSPASSPORT” for 30% off at checkout!

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Episode 51: How to Travel on a Budget when you are young with @themobilehomie

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 26 Jul 2024 07:49:00 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we have Jordyn from @themobilehomie on the podcast to talk about how she has travelled to over 37 countries by the age of 23, gone on over 45 flights in 2024 for under $1,500, and how she is the queen of Budget Travel. In this episode we talk about how she travelled the US in a built out bus, how she has grown to over 35k followers on Instagram, how to take advantage of Points and Miles, and so much more! This episode is for you if you want to learn how to travel on a budget when you are in your 20s and utilize Points and Miles.

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Episode 50: Boujee Backpacking, Minimalist Packing Experts, and Travel Content Creation with @thetravelmentors

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 19 Jul 2024 20:14:13 +0000

This week on Unfilitered Adventures, we Maddie + Patrick, a.k.a. The Travel Mentors! They're college sweethearts turned travel fanatics and are currently based in Phoenix, Arizona. As travel content creators, they're on a mission to help people travel further & travel deeper than they ever thought possible. In this episode we go into how be a packing minimalist, how they have grown so much in the past few months as Travel Creators, and their favorite travel moments. This episode is for you if you love to travel and are looking to become a travel creator!

Follow @thetravelmentors on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmentors/

TCP Webinar: https://0155--theloverspassport.thrivecart.com/creator-passport-webinar-aug24/

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Episode 49 - How they went from 0 to over 17k followers as a Travel Content Creator with @theinfrequentflyers

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 12 Jul 2024 06:08:00 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we have Ben and Ty on from @theinfrequentflyers on the podcast to talk about travel, Content Creation, starting an Instagram in 2024, How to Grow on Instagram, and any tips they have for people looking to travel more! They were the winners of our 30-day Instagram Challenge inside The Creator Passport, and we are excited to chat through everything they have learned so far! This episode is for you if you are looking to get paid to travel and want to learn how to grow on Instagram.

The Creator Passport Link: https://theinfrequentflyers--theloverspassport.thrivecart.com/creator-passport-webinar-aug24/

Follow @theinfrequentflyers on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theinfrequentflyers/

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Episode 48 - Slomad Travel with @bucketlistbri

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 5 Jul 2024 06:00:00 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we have Bri from @bucketlistbri on the podcast to talk about nomadic travel, blogging, her story, and so much more! She had lived all around the world, and has learned how to make a 6-figure income through her blog! Bri is the person that inspired us and helped us grow our blog, and she continues to inspire with her beautiful story on how she moved abroad to Nepal, road tripping across North America while living out of a van, experienced what living in Mexico was like with her cat and partner, and so much more. This episode is for you if you love slow travel and are interested in becoming a digital nomad.

Bri’s Blog: https://bucketlistbri.com/

Follow Bri on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bucketlistbri/

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Episode 47 - Balancing a 9-5 and Outdoor Content Creation with @juliatakesahike

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 28 Jun 2024 14:16:02 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we have Julia from @juliatakesahike and creator of the Colorado Hiking Girls group on to discuss what it is like balancing a 9-5 while working as an Outdoor Content Creator. She grew up in California, and moved to Colorado when she started exploring more of the beautiful state. While trying to meet people in Colorado, she posted a viral video that turned into her establishing the Colorado Hiking Girls and leading group trips for women in the outdoor space! We go into tips on how to grow on Social Media, what is Threads, how to stand out, why she loves group trips so much, and so much more. This episode is for you if you love the outdoor community and want to learn how to grow your account while working a full-time job.

Show note links to include:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliatakesahike

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@juliatakesahike

Colorado Hiking Girls: https://links.geneva.com/invite/e4fe772d-f92f-4095-bc36-909cd667d94e

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Episode 46 - 20 Ways to Save Money and Travel on a Budget

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 07:34:00 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we are giving you 20 tips on how to save money and travel on a budget. The biggest misconception that people have when it comes to travel is that it is very expensive, but we think that travel can actually be very affordable! In this episode, we work through 20 different ways that we have saved money, how we were able to travel while we were broke college kids, different budget hacks that we have found, and so much more. This episode is for you if you are interested in learning how to travel more, but are on a strict budget.

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Episode 45 - From $1,000 in their pocket to Seven Figure Travel Couple

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 14 Jun 2024 07:04:00 +0000

This week, on Unfiltered Adventures, we have Corey (@coreybrooks) and Sammy (@shmami) on to talk about their journey moving to Los Angeles and growing their business together. They have over 3 Million followers across platforms, and have developed an authority when it comes to travel couples comedy and lifestyle niche. We go into their experiences, favorite travels, advice they wish they would have known in their early 20s, advice on how to run individual accounts as a couple, and so much more. This episode is for you if you are looking to start to travel more and are interested in becoming a lifestyle creator.

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Episode 44: What we would do if we had to start Instagram over again

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 31 May 2024 17:12:26 +0000

This week, on Unfiltered Adventures, we are discussing what we would do again if we were to start all over again and become a Travel Creator again. We have been a travel content creator for over 4 years now, and have grown our audience to over 1.3 million followers, but if we were to start again today, we think it would be just as easy, if not easier to grow! It has never been easier and more accessible to grow on Instagram, and we are going to go through the steps that we would take in order to reach the same level of success that we have today. In this episode, we go into how to find your unique advantage, how to analyze your niche, how to improve your skills as a creator, things we would do to analyze our own account, when to start monetizing, and so much more. This episode is for you if you love to travel and are interested in becoming a content creator or influencer.

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Episode 43 - Airport Uncommon Sense

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 24 May 2024 05:27:00 +0000

This week, on Unfiltered Adventures, we are discussing Airport Uncommon Sense that we have experienced after traveling for the past 5 years together. We have been on hundreds of flights around the globe, and there are a few things that we see as we go through security, on the plane, getting off the plane, and throughout the airport that make us wonder what people are thinking. In this episode, we go through 10 of our Travel Icks that we experience and go through stories in the airport that leave us questioning if common sense is really common anymore. This episode is for you if you are an avid traveler in the USA or internationally!

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Episode 42 - When is the right time to hire a Manager?

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 17 May 2024 09:05:22 +0000

This week, on Unfiltered Adventures, we have Erin and Kaylie from Neon Rose Agency on to discuss behind the scenes of Influencer Marketing and Management in the Social Media Industry. Kaylie Ferkich is a Senior Talent Manager at Neon Rose, and throughout her college career she served as the Co-Director of Social Media at the student-run news organization, and worked her way from a Talent Coordinator to a Senior Talent Manager at Neon Rose, where she currently manages a roster of 12 creators. Erin Passov, the Founder and CEO of Neon Rose Agency, began her career as an Attorney, but in 2012 she became captivated by the creative potential of a new platform called Instagram and left her job to explore opportunities in this new influencer space. Over the last 7 years, Neon Rose, a boutique influencer talent management agency, continues to represent top talent in the health, wellness, travel, and lifestyle spaces. Neon Rose is now a team of 20 driven women who are passionate about their clients and staying ahead of the trends. Erin is recognized as a true leader in the industry and has curated a roster of over 50+ digital creators, fostering collaborative partnerships with brands and agencies that drive meaningful engagement and strive to deliver results. We dive into what management looks for when finding influencers, what a manager does in the industry, what brands are looking for, the future of content creators and influencers, and so much more. This episode is for you if you are an aspiring content creator, or have thought about outsourcing pieces of your social media business.

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Episode 42 - What the behind the scenes of Influencer Marketing is REALLY like w/ @_asipoftee_

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 10 May 2024 05:41:00 +0000

This week, on Unfiltered Adventures, we have Tee from @_asipoftee_ on to discuss behind the scenes of Influencer Marketing. She worked for an influencer agency in the past, and now has an audience of her own where she creates amazing southeast travel content. We dive into what brands look for when finding influencers, the most important analytics, how she became a content creator, what it is like working with your significant other, and so much more. This episode is for you if you are an aspiring content creator, or are looking to start working as a travel influencer.

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Episode 41 - What it is REALLY like to travel with complete strangers you met on the internet w/ Lil Niki and Nikki Tomlin

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Sun, 5 May 2024 17:40:36 +0000

This week, on Unfiltered Adventures, we are having Niki from @lil_Niki and Nikki from @nikiitomlin on the podcast to talk about what it is like traveling as a solo female and how to meet friends to travel with through Social Media and online. Both of them have travelled all around the world with people from all walks of life, and they are both full-time content creators. We break down crazy travel stories from getting their phone stolen in other countries, breaking their ankle while in Iceland, driving across the country to meet strangers, and so much more. This episode is for you if you are interested in traveling with other content creators or meeting new friends on social media to travel with around the world.

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Episode 40: Overcoming Judgment, Perfectionism, and Limiting Beliefs

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Mon, 29 Apr 2024 14:38:03 +0000

This week, on Unfiltered Adventures, we are discussing how we overcome judgement, perfectionism, and limiting beliefs. Since we have navigated travel, content creation, and owning our own business, we have grown a lot not just in the photography/professional realm, but also in our mindset and outlook on life. Now that we are coaches, we are hearing the same exact conversation over and over, as we try to help people grow their own social media channels and travel more. This week, we will be giving you strategies and tips that we have learned to both help our own mental blocks, and help coach our friends and family through them as well. This episode is for you if you are struggling to overcome your own limiting beliefs, or are surrounded with friends that struggle with their own perfectionism and judgement.

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Episode 39 - What it is REALLY like to work with Hotels, Airbnb’s, and Tourism Boards while living in a van full-time w/ Suzi on the move

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Tue, 9 Apr 2024 17:12:42 +0000

This week, on Unfiltered Adventures, we are having Suzi from @suzionthemove on the podcast to talk about what it is like working with Hotels, Airbnbs, and Tourism boards while living in a van full-time. She started off with a 2-month-long trip through Southeast Asia, which led to her love for travel and eventually living in a van full-time. We break down the start to end process of working with hotels and Airbnbs, the reality of being an outdoorsy creator, working as a social media manager, and so much more. This episode is for you if you are interested in working with hotels or Airbnbs, and are looking to start your content creator journey!

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Episode 38 - Ranking the Best Places to Visit in the Caribbean

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 29 Mar 2024 06:20:00 +0000

This week, on Unfiltered Adventures, we are discussing the best places to visit in the Caribbean. We have visited seven different countries in the Caribbean including The Bahamas, Dominican Republic, British Virgin Islands, Aruba, Jamaica, and the Mexican Riviera and will be ranking these from our least favorite to top destination. We break down the different areas by culture, cost, food, accommodations, safety, and beauty when ranking them. This episode is for you if you are interested in visiting the Caribbean this year and potentially visiting one for a special occasion!

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Episode 37 - How to manage work, social life, and travel as a Full-Time Content Creator

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 22 Mar 2024 08:02:39 +0000

This week, on Unfiltered Adventures, we are discussing how we are able to post 67+ times across platforms weekly. We are able to post on 6 different platforms, run 3 different businesses, and still have a social life, and in the end it comes down to workflow. The three things we are breaking down in this episode are outsourcing, batching, and being intentional. This episode is for you if you are interested in the Content Creator world and potentially doing it as a side hustle or full-time in the future!

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Episode 36 - Is French Polynesia Worth the Hype?

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 15 Mar 2024 07:48:21 +0000

This week, on Unfiltered Adventures, we are kicking off season 3 with one of the most expensive places we have ever visited in French Polynesia! We visited 5 different islands for our honeymoon in 2023, and we will be breaking down which islands to visit, what to do on each island, and deciding if we would go back again. This episode is for you if you are interested in visiting French Polynesia in the future!

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Episode 35- What it is REALLY like visiting Japan

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 24 Mar 2023 08:06:14 +0000

This week, on Unfiltered Adventures, we are bringing you along with us to Japan! We visited 3 main hotspots in Japan including Tokyo, Mt. Fuji, and Kyoto, and discuss what it is like getting around Japan, food tasting, culture, and more.

This episode is our last podcast for Season 2 of Unfiltered Adventures, and is for you if you are interested in visiting Japan!

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Episode 34- What Cruising is REALLY like

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 10 Mar 2023 08:38:48 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we are talking about our experience cruising for 12 days from New Zealand to Australia. We have been on four cruises the past 2 years, and they have become one of the most fun ways to travel! This episode is for you if you have been thinking about going on a cruise, are looking for the pros and cons of traveling on a cruise, or interested in visiting Australia and New Zealand.

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Episode 33- What it is REALLY like visiting the Great Barrier Reef in Australia

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Thu, 9 Mar 2023 07:18:54 +0000

This week, on Unfiltered Adventures, we are bringing you along with us to the Great Barrier Reef in Australia! We had the opportunity to get scuba certified, fly over the most famous reef in the world, explore one of the wonders of the world, and chat with some of the most incredible Australians we have ever met.

This episode is for you if you are looking to visit Australia, interested in Scuba Diving, or love beautiful beaches!

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Episode 32- What it is REALLY like traveling with kids w/ Macs_explore

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 24 Feb 2023 11:01:27 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we are talking with Christina from @macs_explore to discuss what it is like slow traveling around the world with kids! Her family traveled full time for 2.5 years while her kids were 10 and 13 years old. This episode is for you if you have a family, are looking to start slow traveling through countries, interested in remote working, or are looking to travel full time.

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Episode 31 - Going from Travel Creator to Creator Coach w/ Dani the Explorer

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Thu, 16 Feb 2023 15:39:10 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we invited our mentor Dani to talk about her experience going from full time content creator to now being a full time coach. Dani was one of the top Travel Creators we looked up to when we started, and we attribute her Sponsored Bootcamp course to our early success in the travel industry, so we are really excited to break down her experience in the creator space.

This episode is for you if you have experienced burn out, are looking to pivot your niche, or are thinking about being a travel creator.

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Episode 30 - What it is REALLY like Chasing the Northern Lights in Finland

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 10 Feb 2023 09:45:02 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we are talking about our experience chasing the Northern Lights in Finland. Our goal this year was to do one bucket list item every month for the whole year, and for January we wanted to visit the Arctic Circle in hopes of seeing the aurora.

Our trip to Finland was a once in a lifetime experience, but with every trip we go on, there were a few bumps on the way. This episode is for you if you are going to chase the Northern Lights, looking to visit Finland, or are interested in the Arctic Circle.

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Episode 29 - What it is REALLY like being Van life Creators w/ A+K Adventures

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 3 Feb 2023 08:57:39 +0000

This week, on Unfiltered Adventures, we invited Adam and Kathryn, A+K Adventures, who are full-time travelers on their way to visiting every single National Park and State in the US! Their goal is to help other people plan trips, so they can spend more time adventuring and less time researching places to go.

They focus on budget travel and have turned their passion into their career. This episode is for you if you are looking to start doing van life, learning to make passive income while traveling, love tacos and dogs, and want to learn more about living on the road!

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Episode 28- What Traveling to Every Country in the World is REALLY like w/ Hudson and Emily

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 27 Jan 2023 10:51:57 +0000

This week, on Unfiltered Adventures, we invited Hudson and Emily, who are on their way to becoming the youngest couple to travel to every country in the world! Did you know that there are more people that travel into space than have traveled to every country in the world?

Their story about going from having a master’s degree in marketing, to living in an RV as they road trip around the US, to now living out of a suitcase is inspiring and exhilarating!

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Episode 27 - The Best Form of Passive Income While Traveling w/ Michelle Stelly

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 20 Jan 2023 14:34:46 +0000

This week, on Unfiltered Adventures, we invited the Wandering Queen, Michelle Stelly, to the podcast to talk about how she has made blogging her full time job! Michelle was born in Panama, then lived in Texas for over 30 years before moving to Seattle, Washington, where she created the brand called The Wandering Queen.

This is episode is for you if you are looking to start blogging about your travels and learn how to make passive income on your travels. Michelle’s story is incredibly inspiring, and we are so excited to have her on the show!

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Episode 26 - What it is REALLY like living in Iceland w/ Kyana Powers

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 13 Jan 2023 12:36:31 +0000

This week, on Unfiltered Adventures, we invited the Iceland Queen, Kyana Powers, to the podcast to talk about what it is really like living in Iceland! She quit her job, sold everything she had, and moved to Iceland after the beautiful country stole her heart. This episode is for you if you want to move abroad, travel to Iceland, and know the behind-the-scenes of getting a working Visa!

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Episode 25-Full Time Creator with less than 3,000 followers!

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 6 Jan 2023 11:58:31 +0000

This week, on Unfiltered Adventures, we invited our good friend Chris Meugniot on to talk about how he makes a full time living on photography/videography with less than 3,000 followers. He has been in the industry for over 8 years, and has worked with hundreds of different brands from high-end car brands like Lamborghini and Aston Martin, to huge companies like Adidas.

This episode is for you if you are looking to pursue photography and videography as a career in 2023!

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Episode 24 - How Much Did We Make as Travel Content Creators in 2022?

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Thu, 22 Dec 2022 11:59:51 +0000

This week, on Unfiltered Adventures, we are talking about how much we made from being a Content Creator in 2022! We created 12 streams of income this year, all from our Social Media Accounts and marketing ourselves! One of our biggest questions we get is how much we make and how we make money, so we hope this helps answer questions as we finish 2022.

Have a great Holiday Season and cheers to another year of adventures in 2023!

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Episode 23- Our Icks as a Travel Couple

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 16 Dec 2022 06:19:58 +0000

This week, on Unfiltered Adventures, we are talking about our “icks” with each other! We travel together, work together, and basically are together 24/7, which comes with fun moments as well as moments where we get frustrated with each other! The past week we saw the “ick” trend going around, so we thought it would be the perfect podcast episode!

This episode is for you if you travel with a family member, friend, or significant other and want to learn more about the behind the scenes of The Lovers Passport!

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Episode 22- Is Miami Art Basel Worth It?

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 9 Dec 2022 10:10:08 +0000

This week, on Unfiltered Adventures, we are bringing you with us to our first “influencer” event and exploring Art Basel! Visiting Miami Art Week was not at the top of our bucket list, but it was so interesting to see where modern art is going, and what the hype behind the huge worldwide event is.

This episode is for you if you are interested in Virtual Reality, Art, Travel, and want to hear more about our experience at such a big event!

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Episode 21- Ranking the “Middle of Nowhere States”

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 2 Dec 2022 12:28:13 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we are ranking the states that we visited the past 2 years that most people do not visit! These places are not your usual vacation to a coastal city or tropical destination, but are the hidden gems in the US. We go through our list of states and rank either Underrated, Justified, or Overrated.

This episode is for you if you are looking to start road tripping through the US or looking for some hidden gems off the beaten path!

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Episode 20 - From Corporate Zombie to Full Time Travel Creator

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 11 Nov 2022 14:24:42 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we have Mahna, aka @mahnatravel, as our special guest! She used to work the 9-5 as a corporate employee, and now travels the world as a Solo Female to over 30 different countries!

In this episode, we talk about her favorite and least favorite country, travel hacks, fear of being judged, and more! This episode is for you if you are looking to start solo traveling, but nervous about not meeting anyone along the way.

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Episode 19- How I proposed to my girlfriend in Switzerland

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 4 Nov 2022 09:00:42 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we are talking about our trip to Switzerland and how I proposed to Giselle! We talk about the planning process, the travel mishaps, how nothing about the proposal went according to plan, and how magical everything turned out. This episode is one that is very special to us, and we hope you enjoy some of the behind the scenes moments from our favorite trip of all time.

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Episode 18- What it is REALLY like being a Travel Blogger

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 28 Oct 2022 11:50:11 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we have Helene, aka @heleneinbetween as our special guest! She gets over 250,000 hits on her travel blog monthly, and has over 200 followers on Instagram and TikTok!

In this episode, we talk about what it is like being a travel blogger, traveling with dogs, moving abroad, and behind the scenes moments with Helene! This episode is for you if you enjoy traveling as much as you love your dog, if you love fall as much as you love European castles, and if you want to start a side hustle in content creation!

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Episode 17- Is Fall worth the hype?

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 21 Oct 2022 13:48:25 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we are discussing everything about fall! From Halloween, to leaf peeping, to Pumpkin Spice Lattes, fall is our favorite time of the year! We are so excited to deep dive into our favorite places to go in the Fall, as well as how it is the best time to really grow your social media accounts. ITS FALL YALL

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Episode 16 - How did we get here?

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 14 Oct 2022 17:26:28 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we are discussing how we got to the point we are today! Both of us went from working the 9-5 office job to now owning a multi six-figure business, traveling the world, and working with huge clients!

Giselle and Stephen talk about their backgrounds in school, photography, how they came up with the idea, and what steps they took to reach their dream of becoming Professional Travel Content Creators. This episode is perfect for you if you are looking to start your own side hustle and turn traveling into a career!

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Episode 15 - Making Travel a Priority

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Sun, 19 Jun 2022 06:24:42 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we are discussing how we travel so much on the weekends! We started weekend road trips 3 years ago and has now turned into our full time job! In this episode we discuss budgeting hacks, how we plan our trips, energy tips to not get burned out, and how we make travelling a priority in our life! This is our last episode of Season 1 before we take our break for summer!

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Episode 14 - Ranking our Favorite and Least Favorite National Parks

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 10 Jun 2022 16:29:21 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we are discussing our top 5 and bottom 5 National Parks that we have been to! Together we have been to 20 different National Parks throughout the US and visited during multiple seasons, so we are saying what we like about our favorites and the things that we did not like. This episode is perfect for you if you are looking to visit a few new National Parks this summer.

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Episode 13- What it is REALLY like being a Travel Content Creator

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 3 Jun 2022 11:14:57 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we are talking about the behind the scenes realities of being a Content Creator or “Influencer” in 2022. We started our account in 2020 when COVID happened, and now have an audience of over 500k across platforms, but with that comes the crazy part of running a freelance business.

From online hate comments, to negotiation tactics, to being known as an influencer or a content creator, and so much more, this episode is one of our favorites so far!

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Episode 12-Airport Stereotypes

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 27 May 2022 11:55:53 +0000

This week on Unfilitered Adventures, we bring on @colinringas and @karlieplace to talk about airport stereotypes! Together we have gone on over 200 flights and experienced some crazy moments at the airport from missing flights, flight attendants spilling food on us, kids throwing soda on us, laptops breaking, and more!

Every time we go to an airport we see a lot of different type of people and broke them down into 10 different categories!

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Episode 11-How to Travel Hack with Credit Cards

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 13 May 2022 12:53:32 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we are interviewing Janelle from @Janelleonajet about Travel Hacking! She has traveled all over the world by finding cheap flights, visiting the best airport lounges, and finding ways to “travel hack” while working a full time job. In this episode, we will be helping you save thousands on travel through her tips and tricks!

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Episode 10 - What is the Middle East REALLY like?

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 29 Apr 2022 07:39:23 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we are bringing you to the Middle East! We have visited Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Jordan and have experienced a wide spectrum of people and places. From staying in a $10,000 hotel room, waiting for 3 hours for our luggage, meeting the prince of Saudi Arabia, and more, the Middle East opened up our eyes to so much.

After listening, we want to know, is the Middle East on now your bucket list?

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Episode 9- Is Guatemala Underrated, Overrated, or Justified?

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 22 Apr 2022 11:30:08 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we are bringing you along on a week-long adventure in Guatemala! From standing on top of a volcano, being attacked by insects, getting lost in the jungle, getting less than 1 hour of sleep, and traveling 9 hours just for 1 picture, this episode takes you behind the scenes on our crazy trip. After listening we want to know, is Guatemala on your bucket list now?

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Episode 8 - Our Worst Travel Mishaps

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 15 Apr 2022 15:22:09 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we are talking about our worst backpacking trip, road trip, and travel mishaps on our adventures! This ranges from losing thousands of dollars in gear, ending up 9 hours away from the location we are looking for, things falling off the back of our car, and hitchhiking across an island!

We have had so many great experiences while traveling, but here are a few of those BTS moments when things go wrong!

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Episode 7 - The Creativity Crisis

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 8 Apr 2022 13:52:19 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we are breaking down what we are calling “The Creativity Crisis.” With TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts pushing “trending” music and videos, it is forcing creators to copy each other in order to be successful. We will be discussing what it is really like being a creator in 2022 with copy culture being encouraged and the switch from photography to short form video.

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Episode 6 - Behind the Scenes with Renee Roaming

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 1 Apr 2022 13:06:45 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we are interviewing one of the creators that inspired us to start our account! Renne Hahnel has visited every National Park in the US and has grown her social following to over 1 million across platforms! We are going to be diving into behind the scenes moments and what it is like being one of the OG Outdoor Content Creators.

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Episode 5-Is Sedona Underrated, Overrated, or Justified?

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 25 Mar 2022 11:09:31 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we are taking you to Sedona, Arizona and discussing the popular tourist destination! We break down our favorite trails, the best time to go, our experience with our past visits, and rating each location. Between the vortexes, history, crowds, and beauty in Sedona, this is one place that has stolen our heart every time we visited.

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Episode 4 - What it is REALLY like being a Travel YouTuber - Interview with The Other Side Vlog

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 18 Mar 2022 15:54:52 +0000

This week on Unfiltered Adventures, we bring on Ian and Ana from a successful YouTube Channel The Other Side Vlog, They are full time travel YouTubers that explore the world in search of the next bucket list item! Today we chat about the BTS of being a YouTuber, van life struggles, meeting people on the road, crazy travel experiences, and so much more!

From being robbed on a Volcano to meeting a potential Serial Killer, this is one episode you are not going to want to skip through!

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Episode 3 - What it is REALLY like being a Content Creator Full Time

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Mon, 14 Mar 2022 14:08:45 +0000

This is our first guest on Unfiltered Adventures! We invited Chasity Hobbs to come on and talk about her experience as a full-time content creator. Chas was a huge inspiration to us when we first started our account and helps hundreds of people grow their content creator business.

In this episode, we learn the story behind through.the.llyns, Work/Life Boundaries, Knowing Your Worth when it comes to brand deals, Working with your significant other, and how she became a full time content creator with under 3000 followers!

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Episode 2 - What our trip to Iceland REALLY was like

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 4 Mar 2022 15:01:28 +0000

This is our experience on our first trip to Iceland! It is our favorite place we have ever travelled to, but there was so much that went wrong from the moment we left the house to when we finally returned home. From crazy flight delays, lost luggage, all night drives, sheep attacks, and climbing a volcano, this trip was one we will never forget.

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Episode 1 - Instagram Stereotypes

Booking@podgo.io (Giselle and Stephen Jiroch) — Fri, 25 Feb 2022 16:37:33 +0000

This is our first episode of Unfiltered Adventures! Today we are going to talk about why we are starting this podcast and what we hope to achieve. Instagram gets a bad rap sometimes, but we really love the community aspect of the platform. It is honestly like online dating because you can meet someone and know so much about them just from following them and their life on an app.

In this episode, we talk about Instagram Stereotypes and how cool it is meeting someone that you have looked up to for so long on the platform and being able to become peers and friends with them.

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