Podcast
Hustling Sideways
Hosted by Allen Halas & Jim Love · EN
Hustling Sideways is a podcast hosted by Allen Halas and Jim Love, taking a look at the side hustles of both ourselves and friends that we know. If you're an entrepreneur with a 9-to-5, share our experience and learn more about how to make your business run smoothly.
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Episode 121: Chris Luecke of Manufacturing Happy Hour and MKEmo
2w ago00:43:46Tap to summarizeMost entrepreneurs and side hustlers overlook the power of building a personal brand until they realize it opens doors you can't access through traditional methods. Chris Luecke, creator of the Manufacturing Happy Hour podcast, shares how a simple idea born over a beer turned into a full-fledged media platform, boosting his sales and industry influence along the way. Whether you're trying to network in niche industries or grow a community around a passion, Chris's story reveals how authentic storytelling and strategic branding can elevate your career faster than you imagined. Chris also has launched the MKEmo brand, sort of on a whim, and has worked his way up to working with the Milwaukee Admirals for Emo Night this past season. Find out more about him here!Follow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalasInstagram: @AllenHalasJim LoveGoAuthenticYou.comTwitter: @jim_m_loveInstagram: @jimm.loveHustling Sideways is a business podcast hosted by Milwaukee-based music writer Allen Halas and keynote and motivational speaker Jim Love. The two both attended Marquette University, and now host the show to discuss the side hustles and passion projects of people that they meet, all while continuing to run their own side businesses. Every Monday, they're either interviewing a guest, or talking about the different aspects of business that side hustlers go through when balancing their 9-to-5 and their entrepreneurship endeavors. You can get the podcast wherever you download podcasts, as well as on our YouTube channel.
Transcribe →Q&A with Tim Pauly from Broken Bat Brewing
May 400:07:02Tap to summarizeToday on Hustling Sideways, we're continuing our conversation with Tim Pauly of Broken Bat Brewing Co., but this time, the students of Marquette University are bringing their questions to the brewery owner. A special thank you to the 707 Hub at Marquette for sponsoring this episode of the show!Follow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalasInstagram: @AllenHalasJim LoveGoAuthenticYou.comTwitter: @jim_m_loveInstagram: @jimm.loveHustling Sideways is a business podcast hosted by Milwaukee-based music writer Allen Halas and keynote and motivational speaker Jim Love. The two both attended Marquette University, and now host the show to discuss the side hustles and passion projects of people that they meet, all while continuing to run their own side businesses. Every Monday, they're either interviewing a guest, or talking about the different aspects of business that side hustlers go through when balancing their 9-to-5 and their entrepreneurship endeavors. You can get the podcast wherever you download podcasts, as well as on our YouTube channel.
Transcribe →Hustling Sideways Live at Marquette University with Tim Pauly of Broken Bat Brewing
Apr 2700:40:02Tap to summarizeThis week on Hustling Sideways, we're back at the 707 Hub on the campus of Marquette University, and we're welcoming on Marquette and Hustling Sideways alum Tim Pauly of Broken Bat Brewing! We talk about the challenges of building a brewery during the craft beer boom in Milwaukee, as well as taking risks and betting on yourself and your ideas, as Tim has done. Be sure to check out Broken Bat Brewing, and check out this episode here!Follow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalasInstagram: @AllenHalasJim LoveGoAuthenticYou.comTwitter: @jim_m_loveInstagram: @jimm.loveHustling Sideways is a business podcast hosted by Milwaukee-based music writer Allen Halas and keynote and motivational speaker Jim Love. The two both attended Marquette University, and now host the show to discuss the side hustles and passion projects of people that they meet, all while continuing to run their own side businesses. Every Monday, they're either interviewing a guest, or talking about the different aspects of business that side hustlers go through when balancing their 9-to-5 and their entrepreneurship endeavors. You can get the podcast wherever you download podcasts, as well as on our YouTube channel.
Transcribe →Episode 120 Check In
Apr 2000:34:44Tap to summarizeEvery ten episodes of Hustling Sideways, Allen and Jim check in and give you an update on what's happening in their respective side hustles, careers, and lives. This week on the show, we're checking in for Episode 120, and we have lots to discuss. From Allen having to look at the next step of his business to Jim looking at the next step in his home life and where that may be, there's a lot packed into a normal chat in the basement bar. Check it out here!Follow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalasInstagram: @AllenHalasJim LoveGoAuthenticYou.comTwitter: @jim_m_loveInstagram: @jimm.loveHustling Sideways is a business podcast hosted by Milwaukee-based music writer Allen Halas and keynote and motivational speaker Jim Love. The two both attended Marquette University, and now host the show to discuss the side hustles and passion projects of people that they meet, all while continuing to run their own side businesses. Every Monday, they're either interviewing a guest, or talking about the different aspects of business that side hustlers go through when balancing their 9-to-5 and their entrepreneurship endeavors. You can get the podcast wherever you download podcasts, as well as on our YouTube channel.
Transcribe →Pivot!
Apr 1300:10:01Tap to summarizeAllen Halas and Jim Love know that no path—especially a side hustle—is ever a straight line.In this episode of Hustling Sideways, the hosts dig into the moments when things didn’t go according to plan, and how they were forced to pivot. From shifting business models to rethinking creative direction, they share real stories about adapting on the fly, making tough calls, and staying resilient when opportunities (or challenges) demanded a change.Whether you’re building something on the side or navigating a full-time career, this conversation is a reminder that pivots aren’t failures—they’re often the moves that lead to something better.Follow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalasInstagram: @AllenHalasJim LoveGoAuthenticYou.comTwitter: @jim_m_loveInstagram: @jimm.loveHustling Sideways is a business podcast hosted by Milwaukee-based music writer Allen Halas and keynote and motivational speaker Jim Love. The two both attended Marquette University, and now host the show to discuss the side hustles and passion projects of people that they meet, all while continuing to run their own side businesses. Every Monday, they're either interviewing a guest, or talking about the different aspects of business that side hustlers go through when balancing their 9-to-5 and their entrepreneurship endeavors. You can get the podcast wherever you download podcasts, as well as on our YouTube channel.
Transcribe →Episode 119: Singer/Songwriter Julia Graves
Apr 600:35:49Tap to summarizeMost musicians stay trapped in a cycle of practice, gigs, and side hustles — but what does it really take to go full time? Julia Graves, a talented Milwaukee-based saxophonist and songwriter, reveals her journey from musical family roots to carving out a sustainable career in music. With honest insights into the discipline, mindset shifts, and business skills needed to thrive as a full-time artist, she talks to Allen and Jim about exactly what it takes to turn passion into profession. You’ll discover the crucial importance of balancing technical mastery with marketing savvy — like how Julia learned to leverage social media, develop her piano and saxophone skills, and build a supportive community through her own open mic events. You can find Julia at JuliaGravesMusic.comFollow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalasInstagram: @AllenHalasJim LoveGoAuthenticYou.comTwitter: @jim_m_loveInstagram: @jimm.loveHustling Sideways is a business podcast hosted by Milwaukee-based music writer Allen Halas and keynote and motivational speaker Jim Love. The two both attended Marquette University, and now host the show to discuss the side hustles and passion projects of people that they meet, all while continuing to run their own side businesses. Every Monday, they're either interviewing a guest, or talking about the different aspects of business that side hustlers go through when balancing their 9-to-5 and their entrepreneurship endeavors. You can get the podcast wherever you download podcasts, as well as on our YouTube channel.
Transcribe →Being In The Right Room
Mar 3000:10:16Tap to summarizeThis week on Hustling Sideways, we're talking about an important aspect of networking. It's not just about networking with other people; sometimes it's about who you're reaching out to in the first place. We highlight the often-overlooked art of being strategic with your time and relationships—whether you're targeting industry insiders, musicians in Allen's case, or content creators. Learn how to spot hidden opportunities, leverage social media intelligently, and maintain connections that could lead to your next big gig or breakthrough. The stakes are high—miss out on mastering these skills, and you risk staying invisible in a crowded scene. Master the game of networking, and you unlock doors that others only dream about.Follow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalasInstagram: @AllenHalasJim LoveGoAuthenticYou.comTwitter: @jim_m_loveInstagram: @jimm.loveHustling Sideways is a business podcast hosted by Milwaukee-based music writer Allen Halas and keynote and motivational speaker Jim Love. The two both attended Marquette University, and now host the show to discuss the side hustles and passion projects of people that they meet, all while continuing to run their own side businesses. Every Monday, they're either interviewing a guest, or talking about the different aspects of business that side hustlers go through when balancing their 9-to-5 and their entrepreneurship endeavors. You can get the podcast wherever you download podcasts, as well as on our YouTube channel.
Transcribe →Episode 118: Katlyn Putney of Wisconsin W Sports
Mar 2300:33:07Tap to summarizeThis week on Hustling Sideways, we explore the evolving landscape of high school sports, the importance of promoting girls' participation, and the innovative efforts of Wisconsin W Sports to increase visibility and support for female athletes. Our guest, Katlyn Putney of Saint Thomas More High School shares her journey, along with insights on sports participation trends, and the vision for empowering young women in athletics. You can find out more at WisconsinWSports.comFollow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalasInstagram: @AllenHalasJim LoveGoAuthenticYou.comTwitter: @jim_m_loveInstagram: @jimm.loveHustling Sideways is a business podcast hosted by Milwaukee-based music writer Allen Halas and keynote and motivational speaker Jim Love. The two both attended Marquette University, and now host the show to discuss the side hustles and passion projects of people that they meet, all while continuing to run their own side businesses. Every Monday, they're either interviewing a guest, or talking about the different aspects of business that side hustlers go through when balancing their 9-to-5 and their entrepreneurship endeavors. You can get the podcast wherever you download podcasts, as well as on our YouTube channel.
Transcribe →Episode 117: Chrisi Goodwin of Ice Mountain Maple
Mar 900:33:22Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Hustling Sideways podcast, hosts Allen Halas and Jim Love welcome Chrisi Goodwin, a sugar maker from New Hampshire. Chrisi shares her journey into the world of maple syrup production, detailing how a family project turned into a thriving local business known as Ice Mountain Maple. The conversation explores the labor-intensive process of sugaring, the significance of Maple Weekend, and the importance of community support in their growth. Chrisi discusses the challenges and joys of balancing her sugar-making passion with her professional career, as well as future aspirations for expanding their product line and online sales.Follow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalasInstagram: @AllenHalasJim LoveGoAuthenticYou.comTwitter: @jim_m_loveInstagram: @jimm.loveHustling Sideways is a business podcast hosted by Milwaukee-based music writer Allen Halas and keynote and motivational speaker Jim Love. The two both attended Marquette University, and now host the show to discuss the side hustles and passion projects of people that they meet, all while continuing to run their own side businesses. Every Monday, they're either interviewing a guest, or talking about the different aspects of business that side hustlers go through when balancing their 9-to-5 and their entrepreneurship endeavors. You can get the podcast wherever you download podcasts, as well as on our YouTube channel.
Transcribe →Owning Your Space
Mar 200:09:38Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Hustling Sideways, hosts Allen Halas and Jim Love discuss the concept of 'owning your space' in the context of side hustles and passion projects. They share personal experiences and insights on how to create an environment that reflects one's identity and expertise, emphasizing the importance of being proactive in shaping experiences, whether in speaking engagements or personal branding. The conversation encourages listeners to engage with their own journeys and share how they own their space.Follow us:Allen HalasAllenHalas.comBreakingAndEntering.netThreads/Bluesky: @AllenHalasInstagram: @AllenHalasJim LoveGoAuthenticYou.comTwitter: @jim_m_loveInstagram: @jimm.loveHustling Sideways is a business podcast hosted by Milwaukee-based music writer Allen Halas and keynote and motivational speaker Jim Love. The two both attended Marquette University, and now host the show to discuss the side hustles and passion projects of people that they meet, all while continuing to run their own side businesses. Every Monday, they're either interviewing a guest, or talking about the different aspects of business that side hustlers go through when balancing their 9-to-5 and their entrepreneurship endeavors. You can get the podcast wherever you download podcasts, as well as on our YouTube channel.
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