Podcast Episode Details

The Side Hustle Surge: From Passion Projects to Survival Tactics

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Episode 1275

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In this episode, we deep dive into the evolving landscape of the "side job"—informally known as the "side hustle," "side gig," or "moonlighting". We explore why these secondary roles, ranging from driving for Uber to freelance copywriting and Amazon sales, have become a staple of the modern economy,.

Join us as we analyze the driving forces behind this trend, including wage stagnation and the rising cost of living that leave many workers relying on extra income for basic household expenses.

Key topics covered in this episode:

• The Hustle Economy by the Numbers: Why 39% of Americans reported having a side job in 2023, and why over half of New Yorkers need one just to make ends meet.
• Generational Shifts: How Gen Z has surpassed Millennials—previously dubbed the "side hustle generation"—as the demographic most likely to work multiple jobs to build a financial safety net.
• Extreme Moonlighting: The 2025 case study of Soham Parekh, a "serial non-sleeper" software engineer who illustrated the grueling reality of juggling multiple startup jobs simultaneously.

Whether you are looking for disposable income or paying off student loans, tune in to understand the risks and rewards of the double-job life.

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