The Joel Erway Show

I'm Joel Erway, and I've spent years discovering what actually works in online marketing by ignoring the 'gurus' and testing everything myself. After generating over $100 million in sales for myself and clients, I've learned that most of what you're told about marketing is overcomplicated nonsense.If you're tired of following the herd and want to learn what really drives sales online, this show is for you. I break down my experiments, successes, and failures into simple, practical strategies you won't hear in the mainstream marketing echo chamber.No regular schedule, no scripts, no recycled advice - just raw insights when I have something worth sharing. Each episode strips away the complexity and shows you the straightforward path to growing your business online. I'm going against the grain, and if you're ready to do the same, join me inside.

The Joel Erway Show is a business podcast hosted by Joel Erway, with 274 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Joel Erway hosts The Joel Erway Show, a business show with 274 episodes published.

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  Episode #32

  How I Automated My Podcast with Claude in 15 Minutes

  Jun 15, 202613 min

  Joel breaks down exactly how he's using AI to streamline his solo business operations, focusing on practical integration rather than tool-hopping. He walks through his actual systems and the philosophy behind building them. [0:32] Why AI overwhelm happens and how to think differently about it [1:03] How SimplePod works: the automated podcast app he built in 15 minutes [2:09] Why automation freed up his assistant for higher-value work [2:45] Working with Claude to build a web app solution [3:54] The iterative process of tweaking and testing AI-built tools [5:03] Why scattered logins and too many tools create confusion [5:36] His custom project management system that reads multiple email accounts [6:37] Managing four businesses as a solopreneur with AI-built systems [7:41] Replacing monthly SaaS subscriptions with AI-built alternatives [8:15] Launching a lead gen agency in 30 days entirely with Claude [8:48] Landing two paying clients in a new niche with zero testimonials [9:19] Project Solo: a new offering built as a live AI case study [10:25] The key insight: learning foundations makes anything possible [10:55] Training Claude to work autonomously as a team member

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  Episode #31

  AI Without the Slop | JES 31

  Jun 10, 202615 minS0

  <p > Welcome to AI without the slop, the dawn of the AI-built business.</p> <p > In this solo episode—recorded from the Bronco—I'm back after a long break to talk about the thing reshaping the entire creator and marketing world: AI. I've been on the AI train, off the AI train, and everywhere in between, and I want to share what I've learned about using it the right way.</p> <p > Here's the core of it: AI should be an enhancement to your efficiency, never a replacement for your voice. The moment you start letting it create content for you...

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  Episode #30

  Why Sending Fewer Emails Is Killing Your Deliverability with Troy Ericson | JES 30

  Jan 28, 202642 minS0

  <p >Ever feel like you're doing everything right with email… but your open rates are stuck and sales feel inconsistent? Like your messages just aren't landing where they should?</p> <p >In this episode, I sit down with email deliverability expert Troy to break down what's actually happening behind the scenes when you hit send—and why most marketers are unknowingly training inbox providers to ignore them.</p> <p >We unpack the biggest mistakes killing email performance: sending too infrequently, neglecting list hygiene, falling into spam traps, and assuming your ESP is handling deliverability for you. Troy explains why inbox plac...

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  Episode #29

  Exploring AI Futures with Jonathan Mast | JES 29

  Jul 18, 202541 minS0

  <p > Think AI is just another trend? Think again. It's not just changing the way we work—it's reshaping how we communicate, create, and connect.</p> <p > In this episode, I sit down with Jonathan Mast of White Beard Strategies to explore how AI is transforming business and marketing right now. From his early experiments with ChatGPT to building custom GPTs that handle social media and support—Jonathan doesn't just talk tech. He uses it, daily.</p> <p > We dig into what's working (and what's not) across platforms like YouTube, Facebook, and Google—and how new tools like Comet AI and Ge...

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  Episode #28

  Resting Smirk Face | JES 28

  May 6, 202510 minS0

  <p > Ever feel like you're doing everything right, but the energy just isn't flowing your way? Like opportunities, people, and momentum are just... out of reach?</p> <p > In this episode, I dive into the unexpected habit that's quietly shaped my life for decades: smiling. Not the fake kind—just a subtle, natural smirk that shifts how people see you and how you see yourself.</p> <p > I share real stories—from childhood kitchens to billionaire dinner tables—where a simple smile became the reason someone leaned in, started a conversation, or opened a door. It's not about charm. It's about...

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