Hacks & Hobbies is where passions turn into profit stories.
Host Junaid Ahmed interviews entrepreneurs, creators, and builders who are turning what they love into real momentum—income, confidence, community, and impact. Expect practical takeaways on podcasting, video content, home studios, personal branding, systems, and mindset—so your next idea doesn’t stay “someday.”
If you’re building something (a show, a brand, a business, a better version of yourself), you’ll feel at home here.
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How to Think Like a Wealthy Founder (Even If Your Finances Feel Like Chaos)
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