The Domain Academy Podcast

About The Domain Academy Podcast

Interested in an addicting side hustle? On the Domain Academy podcast we talk about people making money with domains. We are joined by special guests who have been successful in domain investing and who have fun giving back to the community by sharing their time and expertise in this enjoyable niche. Check us out at https://domainacademy.com?utm_source=podcast where you can learn about the exciting world of investing in domain names. *These podcasts are provided for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute investment or financial advice. Always do your own research.*

Publisher

GoDaddy Domain Academy - Hosted by Joe Styler

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

12 Nov 2024

Latest episode

15 Jun 2026

Latest episodes

17 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   15 Jun 2026

   S3 E1 Selling Multi-Million Dollar Domains: Inside DomainNames.com, GoDaddy’s Exclusive Marketplace

   Discover what it takes to sell ultra-premium domain names for six, seven, or even eight figures! Join the Domain Academy Podcast as Joe Styler leads a panel of industry veterans from GoDaddy’s DomainNames.com, including expert brokers and high-value sellers Brian Gilbert from Innovation HQ.Get actionable insights on:- What defines an ultra-premium domain- How DomainNames.com leverages GoDaddy’s brand and resources- Real case studies of high-value domain sales- Proven sales tactics, creative marketing stunts, and relationship-driven outreach- How to value, price, and position your best digital assets- The role of the GoDaddy brand for building trust with global brands and investors Explore exclusive domain investing strategies, advanced training, and powerful tools available only at DomainAcademy.com. Looking for better prices and savings on domains? Check out GoDaddy’s Discount Domain Club Pro for unmatched value: https://www.godaddy.com/domains/discount-domain-club?utm_source=Spotify&utm_medium=audio-description&utm_campaign=DDC-Pro Start your journey to domain investing mastery:https://www.DomainAcademy.com?utm_source=Spotify&utm_medium=audio-description&utm_campaign=Spotify

2. 

   24 Apr 2026

   S2 E9 Winners Announced Domain Academy Dream Contest Finale Winning Strategies & Portfolio Breakdown

   Want to learn about domain name investing in depth? Check out Domain Academy - https://www.DomainAcademy.com?utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=video-description&utm_campaign=YouTubeWho really wins in domain investing—and how? In this special finale episode of the Second Season of the Domain Academy podcast, the contest leaders share their sales results, break down what worked (and what didn’t), and offer honest advice for new and experienced investors. You’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at tactics, pitfalls, and key decision points, including why it pays to go slow, know your buyers, and when to pivot your approach.Top investors use top tools - https://www.godaddy.com/domains/discount-domain-club?utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=video-description&utm_campaign=DDC-Pro Follow along with every purchase and sale that was made in the contest here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1-y2hm89miTikAL5s0hVipL_fMfBYfkKnBR44jhOWKl8/edit?usp=sharingWe discuss:-Up-to-date portfolio profitability—including sales, profits, and approaches by the top competitors-Actionable advice for new investors and anyone with a limited budget-The real scoop on outbound vs. inbound sales, flipping strategies, and how to accelerate your learning-How to spot trends (and the traps of FOMO) in fast-changing markets (AI, finance, skills, etc.)-Value of Domain Discount Club Pro for maximizing margins (Learn more: Discount Domain Club Pro ) https://www.godaddy.com/domains/discount-domain-club?utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=video-description&utm_campaign=DDC-Pro -When to keep, let go, or price for an impulse end-user sale Get exclusive resources, tools, club member benefits, and in-depth, expert-led classes at DomainAcademy.com . Subscribe for more real-world domain investing content, contest recaps, and next-level strategies.Remember to always do your own research and that these videos are provided for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute investment or financial advice. Always do your own research.

3. 

   12 Mar 2026

   S2 E8 1. Domain Investing Contest Showdown: Final Moves Before the Winner is Announced!

   In this episode of the Domain Academy Podcast DREAM Contest, we edge closer to the grand finale of our year-long, $500 domain investing challenge! Host Joe Styler is joined by top participants Mike Cyger, Andrew Alleman, and Piyush Patel for an honest roundtable on the critical strategies, lessons, and surprises that have defined this unique experiment in domain flipping and digital asset investing.Find out who's in the lead, how strategies have shifted, and what worked (and didn’t) as each investor shares real-world results and actionable tips—perfect for both newcomers and seasoned domain pros.• Track our leaderboard: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1-y2hm89miTikAL5s0hVipL_fMfBYfkKnBR44jhOWKl8/edit?pli=1&gid=410596151• Watch all episodes: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4Fk98QgRw5iRGKCFpW9JSSGTm1yFmY8P• Listen to the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-domain-academy-podcast/id1779312301• Follow us on X: https://x.com/dnacademySpecial thanks to our regulars for their willingness to share wins, misses, and creative approaches to research, pricing, and outreach—plus thoughts on volume vs. selectivity, common new investor mistakes, and why networking often beats waiting for inbound offers. Want to level up your own domaining game? Explore exclusive Domain Academy classes, proprietary tools, and membership options at https://domainacademy.com?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=desc&utm_campaign=DAMentioned in this episode:• GoDaddy Auctions - Auctions.GoDaddy.com• Domain Discount Club Pro: https://www.godaddy.com/domains/discount-domain-club?utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=video-description&utm_campaign=DDC-Pro• NamePros.com, Discord, Atom.com, ExpiredDomains.net, and moreInterested in joining our next season or getting live help from mentors? Leave a comment, or email jstyler@godaddy.com.Remember to always do your own research and that these videos are provided for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute investment or financial advice. Always do your own research.

4. 

   16 Dec 2025

   S2 E8 $500 Domain DREAM Contest: Contest Turns & Marketplace Tactics – Domain Name Investing

   Host Joe Styler and industry experts Mike Cyger, Andrew Alleman, Deepak Daftari, James Iles, and Piyush Patel discuss the $500 domain investing challenge, reviewing turning points, pricing, and strategies in this interview episode.

5. 

   26 Aug 2025

   S2 E7 $500 Domain Dream Contest: Strategies from the Top 3 Contestants Domain Name Investing

   Host [Host Name] interviews top contestants Mike, Andrew, and Deepak as they reveal domain investing strategies and the hustle behind their $500 domain dream contest success.

6. 

   15 Jul 2025

   S2 E6 $500 Domain Investing DREAM Contest: Strategies from Deepak Daftari & Joe Styler Domain Academy

   Mike Cyger and Piyush Patel discuss their domain investing strategies in a $500 contest, sharing insights on purchases, sales, and data analysis, aiming to educate listeners on domain investment; this is an interview.

7. 

   25 Jun 2025

   S2 E5 $500 Domain Investing DREAM Contest: Strategies from Mike Cyger & Piyush Patel Domain Academy

   Mike Cyger and Piyush Patel discuss their domain investing strategies in a $500 contest, sharing insights on purchases, sales, and data analysis in this interview episode.

8. 

   12 Jun 2025

   S2 E4 Domain Academy DREAM contest - From $500 to Domain Success: Insider Tips from Andrew and James

   Domain investors James Iles and Andrew Alleman discuss their domain investing strategies, including geo-targeting and AI tools, as part of a contest to grow a $500 budget, in this interview.

9. 

   20 May 2025

   Domain Academy Podcast DREAM contest kickoff Season 2 Episode 1

   Season 2 Episode 1On today's domain academy podcast, from DomainAcademy.com, introduce the DREAM (Domains Rule Everything Around Me) contest. James and I do a deep dive into the contest and rules before getting to the heart of the content. Thanks for watching and don't forget to like and subscribe. Check out Domain Academy for more learning content on domain name investing. DomainAcademy.comFollow along all year and root for your favorite investor. See where everyone is at in realtime via our running spreadsheet of domain purchases and sales https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1-y2hm89miTikAL5s0hVipL_fMfBYfkKnBR44jhOWKl8/edit?usp=sharing**Remember to always do your own research and that these podcasts are provided for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute investment or financial advice. Always do your own research.**

10. 

    20 May 2025

    Domain Academy DREAM contest opening take and intro to our six amazing guests Season 2 Episode 2

    Season 2 Episode 2On today's domain academy podcast, from DomainAcademy.com, introduce the DREAM (Domains Rule Everything Around Me) contest and meet the 6 domain investors participating. In this season we have a domain investing contest where 6 domain investors are given a $500 budget and compete against each other to see who can wind up with the most total dollars in sales at the end of a year. We introduce each other and discuss the rules and early strategy and some initial purchases. Who do you think made the best ones so far?How much money can we make in one year? Can you do better?We've assembled an all star cast of domain investors who were kind enough to dedicate their time and expertise to help other investors, new and old, to grow in their domain investing journey and to make the most money possible. Bragging rights are on the line where we put our money (well GoDaddy's money) where our mouth is and make some sales. Joining us for this experience are:-Andrew Alleman - Founder of DNW.com an award winning domain investment blog, podcast host, accomplished investor and all around great guy. Deepak Daftari - An extremely successful domain name investor featured International conference speaker and start up investor. Deepak is well known in the domain name space and we are lucky to have him share his expertise with us on the show.James Iles - James has been involved in the domain investing space for well over a decade and in that time has made a name for himself as a blogger, investor, and community advocate. He is also co-host of the podcast as well as the community manager for GoDaddy.com.Joe Styler - Who let this guy in? Current teacher of DomainAcademy.com and former head of GoDaddy domain auctions, and current co-host of the domain academy podcast. Joe has been in the domain industry for 2 decades. He hasn't learned enough to make his fortune and is probably just in this because everyone loves an underdog.Mike Cyger - If you are involved in any way in the domain investing space you know Mike. Founder of Domain Academy and Domain Sherpa he has come into the space and compiled systematic analysis of the successful investors and then created avenues to share that learning with people who are new to investing or want to continue to grow in the space. Successful in his own right on domain name investing he is sure to be a tough competitor.Piyush Patel - Is a relatively new investor who has been in the space as side hustle for some years. He is getting more serious and is ready to try and become the contest winner and take the crown from the well known domain investors to show us what some new energy can do in the space. Follow along all year and root for your favorite investor. See where everyone is at in realtime via our running spreadsheet of domain purchases and sales https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1-y2hm89miTikAL5s0hVipL_fMfBYfkKnBR44jhOWKl8/edit?usp=sharing**Remember to always do your own research and that these podcasts are provided for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute investment or financial advice. Always do your own research.**

11. 

    20 May 2025

    Domain Academy DREAM contest initial buys and strategies from our six guests Season 2 Episode 3

    Season 2 Episode 3On today's domain academy podcast, from DomainAcademy.com, we delve further into the domain investing contest where 6 domain investors are given a $500 budget and compete against each other to see who can wind up with the most total dollars in sales at the end of a year. We go over some initial purchases and a high level overview of the current strategies and challenges we all face in an effort to help everyone listening learn from our successes and failures. How much money can we make in one year? Can you do better?We've assembled an all star cast of domain investors who were kind enough to dedicate their time and expertise to help other investors, new and old, to grow in their domain investing journey and to make the most money possible. Bragging rights are on the line where we put our money (well GoDaddy's money) where our mouth is and make some sales. Joining us for this experience are:-Andrew Alleman - Founder of DNW.com an award winning domain investment blog, podcast host, accomplished investor and all around great guy. Deepak Daftari - An extremely successful domain name investor featured International conference speaker and start up investor. Deepak is well known in the domain name space and we are lucky to have him share his expertise with us on the show.James Iles - James has been involved in the domain investing space for well over a decade and in that time has made a name for himself as a blogger, investor, and community advocate. He is also co-host of the podcast as well as the community manager for GoDaddy.com.Joe Styler - Who let this guy in? Current teacher of DomainAcademy.com and former head of GoDaddy domain auctions, and current co-host of the domain academy podcast. Joe has been in the domain industry for 2 decades. He hasn't learned enough to make his fortune and is probably just in this because everyone loves an underdog.Mike Cyger - If you are involved in any way in the domain investing space you know Mike. Founder of Domain Academy and Domain Sherpa he has come into the space and compiled systematic analysis of the successful investors and then created avenues to share that learning with people who are new to investing or want to continue to grow in the space. Successful in his own right on domain name investing he is sure to be a tough competitor.Piyush Patel - Is a relatively new investor who has been in the space as side hustle for some years. He is getting more serious and is ready to try and become the contest winner and take the crown from the well known domain investors to show us what some new energy can do in the space. Follow along all year and root for your favorite investor. See where everyone is at in realtime via our running spreadsheet of domain purchases and sales https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1-y2hm89miTikAL5s0hVipL_fMfBYfkKnBR44jhOWKl8/edit?usp=sharing**Remember to always do your own research and that these podcasts are provided for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute investment or financial advice. Always do your own research.**

12. 

    10 Dec 2024

    A Chat with the Boss - Episode 6

    We end this mini-series with a chat with the person we call the boss. Paul Nicks is the Vice President of Domain Investors at GoDaddy, and oversees a division dedicated to serving domain name investors. Paul joins us to talk about his experience in the industry, how GoDaddy can help domain investors thrive, plus a look at the future of domain investing. GoDaddy’s Domain Academy miniseries dives into the lucrative world of domain investing with lead instructor Joe Styler and community manager James Iles. In this 6-episode series, unlock pro tips on valuing, buying, and selling domain names. Featuring 5 special guests, we’ll guide you through the essentials to set yourself up for success, whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned investor. For more information, tools, and training check us out at domainacademy.com. **These podcasts are provided for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute investment or financial advice. Always do your own research.**

13. 

    3 Dec 2024

    The whole story, with Mark Levine - Episode 5

    The whole story, with Mark Levine from DomainTheory.com Pro domain investor Mark Levine brings valuations, buying, and selling together in this broad-ranging chat. Learn from one of the most consistent domain name investors in the business on how to start, grow, and succeed in the industry. GoDaddy’s Domain Academy miniseries dives into the lucrative world of domain investing with lead instructor Joe Styler and community manager James Iles. In this 6-episode series, unlock pro tips on valuing, buying, and selling domain names. Featuring 5 special guests, we’ll guide you through the essentials to set yourself up for success, whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned investor.For more information, tools, and training check us out at domainacademy.com. **These podcasts are provided for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute investment or financial advice. Always do your own research.**

14. 

    26 Nov 2024

    How to sell domain names at Afternic - Episode 4

    GoDaddy’s Senior Director of Product Management, Alan Shiflett, is our expert in this episode. Alan, who previously headed up GoDaddy’s aftermarket domain sales division, has unrivaled insight into Afternic, GoDaddy’s aftermarket domain sales platform. Alan provides his thoughts on best practices for anyone looking to maximize their chances of selling a domain name. GoDaddy’s Domain Academy miniseries dives into the lucrative world of domain investing with lead instructor Joe Styler and community manager James Iles. In this 6-episode series, unlock pro tips on valuing, buying, and selling domain names. Featuring 5 special guests, we’ll guide you through the essentials to set yourself up for success, whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned investor. **These podcasts are provided for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute investment or financial advice. Always do your own research.**

15. 

    19 Nov 2024

    The art of buying domain names to sell with guest Dennis Tinerino - Episode 3

    Episode 3: The art of buying domain names to sell Dennis Tinerino, domain investor and founder of DomainSmoke.com, is a Domain Academy graduate who joins us to talk about how, and where, to buy domain names to sell. Dennis, who has built a portfolio of thousands of domains, talks us through his strategy and his mindset behind choosing his purchases. GoDaddy’s Domain Academy miniseries dives into the lucrative world of domain investing with lead instructor Joe Styler and community manager James Iles. In this 6-episode series, unlock pro tips on valuing, buying, and selling domain names. Featuring 5 special guests, we’ll guide you through the essentials to set yourself up for success, whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned investor. **These podcasts are provided for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute investment or financial advice. Always do your own research.**

16. 

    12 Nov 2024

    How to value domain names with guest Leanne McMahon- Episode 2

    Leanne McMahon, publisher of Crunch.id is our special guest as we look at the importance of domain valuation and how to use data to your advantage. Leanne, a graduate of Domain Academy, is a full-time domain investor. GoDaddy’s Domain Academy miniseries dives into the lucrative world of domain investing with lead instructor Joe Styler and community manager James Iles. In this 6-episode series, unlock pro tips on valuing, buying, and selling domain names. Featuring 5 special guests, we’ll guide you through the essentials to set yourself up for success, whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned investor. **These podcasts are provided for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute investment or financial advice. Always do your own research.**

17. 

    12 Nov 2024

    An Introduction to Domain Name Investing - Episode 1

    Join Joe Styler and James Iles for an introductory episode, talking about the basics of domain name investing, and what we’ll learn in this mini series podcast. For more information, tools, and training check us out at domainacademy.com. GoDaddy’s Domain Academy miniseries dives into the lucrative world of domain investing with lead instructor Joe Styler and community manager James Iles. In this 6-episode series, unlock pro tips on valuing, buying, and selling domain names. Featuring 5 special guests, we’ll guide you through the essentials to set yourself up for success, whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned investor. **These podcasts are provided for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute investment or financial advice. Always do your own research.**

Who has been a guest on The Domain Academy Podcast

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• Mike Cyger
• Andrew Alleman
• Deepak Daftari
• James Iles
• Piyush Patel

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

4 ratings

Spotify

3.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 28 / 100

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Quality

43

Social presence

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YouTube

0

Engagement

32

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