18 Best Escape 9 to 5 Podcasts

1. The Corporate Escapee

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Stuck in corporate? You're not alone. Corporate is broken. Loyalty is dead. Layoffs are coming. And you know it. But here's the truth most won't tell you: Building your own thing is easier than finding your next corporate job. I'm Brett Trainor—corporate escapee after 25+ years—and I've helped 500+ professionals escape and build $10K-$50K/month solopreneur businesses using their corporate experience. No unicorn startups. No venture capital. Just you, your laptop, and the expertise you already have...MORE Host Brett Trainor
Email ****@bretttrainor.com
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2. The Business Ownership Show

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Welcome to The Business Ownership Show. Are you ready to take control of your financial future, escape the 9-to-5 grind, and build a thriving business? Join us for inspiring conversations and actionable insights from experts, franchise owners, and successful entrepreneurs who've walked the path to business ownership...MORE Producer/Network Beau Eckstein
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 10 Avg Length 11 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

3. Lift Off with Aman Manazir

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Lift Off with Aman Manazir helps ambitious people escape the 9-to-5 and build businesses that give them freedom.Through interviews with top founders and straight-to-the-point educational content, Aman shares the exact lessons, systems, and mindset shifts that took him from a six-figure software engineer to a millionaire entrepreneur in his 20s.If you want to think bigger, build faster, and create a life on your own terms, this show will give you the playbook.MORE Email ****@manazir.org
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 11 Avg Length 78 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

4. The Passive Pathway

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The Passive Pathway Podcast is your trusted guide to building sustainable, effortless income streams from the comfort of your home—without the fluff, hype, or unrealistic promises. Whether you're just starting out or already exploring online income options, this show is designed to help you understand, launch, and grow your passive income journey with confidence and clarity...MORE Host Nelson - Aka: Nelly
Email ****@gmail.com
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5. Escape 9 to 5

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Freedom, Agency and Meaning. Ever thought about ditching the regular 9 to 5 to chase what truly lights you up? I'm on this path to. This podcast is all about that leap of faith—no guides, no guarantees, just real stories from those brave enough to pursue a life beyond the ordinary. Join me as we uncover the untold journeys of dreamers and doers who are carving their own paths. Let's figure out this together.MORE Producer/Network Lydia.CLinzi
Email ****@lydiaclinzi.com
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 1 Avg Length 55 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

6. Escapes by Erika Hemphill

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Welcome to 'Escapes,' the podcast where we break free from the ordinary and dive into the extraordinary journey of life.'Escapes' is not your average podcast. It's a platform where we explore the untamed landscapes of our minds and take bold steps toward liberation. We're here to unravel the threads of self-doubt and redefine our roles in a world often limited by traditional norms.Are you yearning to escape the confines of the 9-to-5 grind? We've got you covered. Do you find yourself in a dominated industry, wrestling with self-doubt? We'll help you navigate those uncharted waters...MORE Producer/Network Erika Hemphill
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Apple Reviews 1 Avg Length 49 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

7. Invest and Roam with Dear Ngo

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Join host Dear Ngo, founder of Remray Equity, as she interviews successful investors and entrepreneurs building wealth from anywhere in the world. Invest & Roam is for all of us ready to escape the 9-5 and live on their own terms. Learn how to shift your mindset, create passive income, use creative deal structures, and explore alternative investments — all while juggling real life. From syndications to mobile home parks, discover how smart investing fuels location, time, and financial freedom. Invest smart. Roam free. Build wealth on your terms.MORE Email ****@investroam.com
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 34 Avg Length 42 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

8. Business Buying for Financial Independence

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Are you tired of the 9-5 grind and looking for a path to financial independence? Welcome to Business Buying for Financial Independence, the podcast that helps aspiring entrepreneurs escape the rat race by acquiring a small business. Hosted by Tim Delaney, an experienced business buyer and real estate investor who purchased his first business with just 10% down, this show dives deep into the strategies, challenges, and success stories of real people who built wealth through business acquisition.Each episode features Tim's personal experiences or insightful interviews with business buyers, inv..MORE Email ****@powerofbiz.com
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 24 Avg Length 38 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

9. The Lazy Equity Podcast

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Join Darren Venter and Justin McBride as they bring a fresh, no-nonsense approach to property investing in Australia. Whether you're a first-time investor or looking to scale your portfolio, this podcast delivers insider insights, real experiences, and expert strategies to help you navigate the world of property investing. Each episode is a laid-back but knowledge-packed conversation, featuring key lessons, market trends, and practical tips —all without the fluff...MORE Producer/Network Darren Venter & Justin McBride
Email ****@propodcastproduction.com
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Apple Reviews 8 Avg Length 31 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

10. The DealMachine Real Estate Investing Podcast

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It is a tragedy that 95% of the country is brainwashed into believing that you have to work 50 hours per week for 50 years just to retire. By that point, you might not even enjoy your time off!This podcast helps you escape the traditional 9-5 and embark on a fulfilling, financially rewarding journey.We will show you how it is possible to make your annual salary, monthly through a proven business model called wholesaling real estate.Why wholesaling real estate? This perfect strategy doesn't require significant capital to actually purchase the property yourself, it allows you time freedom with..MORE Hosts David Lecko, Ryan Haywood
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 399 Avg Length 31 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

11. The Goal Digger Podcast | Top Business and Marketing Podcast for Creatives, Entrepreneurs, and Women

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You didn't start your business to be a full-time content creator. You started it to help people, earn consistent income, and finally have the freedom you dreamed of. The Goal Digger Podcast is your go-to show for clear marketing strategies, proven systems, and honest conversations that help you grow your business in a way that feels good and actually works. Hosted by Jenna Kutcher, New York Times bestselling author of How Are You, Really? and the self-made entrepreneur behind a seven-figure brand, this podcast is where you come to stop winging it and start making real progress...MORE Host Jenna Kutcher
Producer/Network YAP Media
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 14.2K Avg Length 52 min Format Long form Since Nov 2016 Get Email Contact

12. The HoLT's Survival Guide For Small Businesses

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Not everyone starts a business to become the next Steven Bartlett or Gary Vee. Millions of us start our businesses to escape the 9-5 ties to the office, toxic bosses, threat of redundancy, and chasing pay rises. We want freedom, control of our own time, and to be able to choose who we work with, where we work from, and how much we work...MORE Host Lea Turner
Producer/Network Lea🌈 Turner
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 42 Avg Length 49 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

13. Must Be Nice

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Welcome to 'Must Be Nice,' the podcast designed to help you break free from the ordinary and create a life that excites you. Whether you're aiming to start a business, escape the 9-to-5 grind, or just need some motivation, this is your ultimate guide.Tired of the same old routine and ready to make a big change? 'Must Be Nice' is perfect for high schoolers dreaming big, college students navigating their path, or professionals stuck in unfulfilling jobs...MORE Producer/Network Josh Hernandez
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 10 Avg Length 43 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

14. Retirement Plan Secured

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Retirement Plan Secured is the podcast where Allison and Jenn laugh, cry, learn, and strategize their way to early retirement—because why wait until 65 to live your dream life? Join them as they navigate their 40s with humor, honesty, and hard-earned wisdom, tackling hormones, fertility, career shifts, and everything in between...MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 5 Avg Length 33 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

15. You're The Boss Podcast Show

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Welcome to You're the Boss Podcast Show empowers you to escape the 9 to 5 and build your dream business from anywhere. I'm your host, Ange Dove — business coach, messaging strategist, and your guide to turning big ideas into bold actions. Each week, we bring you bite-sized tips, practical strategies, and inspiring guest interviews to help you find your voice, position your value, demystify marketing tech and run a business you love, on your terms, around your lifestyle. We help you take charge — not just of your business but of your whole life...MORE Producer/Network Ange Dove
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16. Zero To Millionaire Podcast

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Welcome to Zero To Millionaire! Hosted by former Royal Marine, cage fighter, and best-selling author Alexander Rhodes Evans, this podcast is your guide to mastering the mindset, skills, and strategies needed to go from broke to millionaire. Through raw solo episodes and inspiring interviews with self-made millionaires and rising entrepreneurs, Alex delivers actionable insights to help you escape the 9-to-5 grind, build financial freedom, and create the life you deserve...MORE Email ****@zerotomillionaire.co.uk
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17. The Bed and Breakfast Academy Podcast

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Running a B&B is that job that many people dream of. You get to be your own boss, work from home and escape from the stress of the 9-5. Karen Thorne, founder and owner of B&B Academy and award winning B&B owner, shares all the secrets of starting up, running and marketing a successful B&B, getting 5 stars reviews whilst creating a lifestyle you'll loveMORE Producer/Network Karen Thorne
Email ****@bandbacademy.co.uk
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 7 Avg Length 26 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

18. Escape the nine to five: how to design your career

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So you're looking to leave your nine to five job right? You want to do something else, but you're probably afraid what if it doesn't work out? What if I quit my job, and the thing I fall into fails. Or worse. I'm even more unhappy there. What happens?My name is Steve Oehley. I'm somebody on my own journey to escape the nine to five...MORE Producer/Network DEHLS MEDIA
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 9 Avg Length 21 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact