Best Carly Zakin Podcasts (2025)

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Top Chef Host Kristen Kish on the Recipe for a Great Mentor 34:29

3d ago34:29

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Kristen Kish didn’t grow up dreaming of becoming the first woman of color to win Top Chef—or of one day hosting the show. She grew up in the Midwest as a Korean adoptee and those wins hadn’t crossed her radar. But with a little luck—and a lot of support—she got there. Listen as Kristen shares how one mentor changed everything by challenging her to …

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337 - Stephanie Cartin on How Hope and Community Created a Miracle 1:30:44

6d ago1:30:44

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“I pushed for additional tests, I changed doctors when I felt unheard, and I insisted on rechecking all of my health conditions before proceeding with treatments. That persistence made all the difference in my journey.” In honor of National Infertility Awareness Week, Stephanie Cartin opens her heart and shares a story that is so much more than per…

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Geri Halliwell-Horner on the Legacy of (Spice) Girl Power 25:03

11d ago25:03

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Geri Halliwell-Horner, aka Ginger Spice, practically invented girl power and forever holds a special place in our millennial hearts. In her twenties, she answered a magazine ad and ended up making pop history with the Spice Girls. In her thirties, she felt the pressures of “time lines” and adult-life creeping in. Welcome to the club. Listen as Geri…

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336 - Loren Castle, Sweet Loren's: Her Secrets to Building a $100 Million CPG Brand 57:12

13d ago57:12

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“I started Sweet Loren’s because of a personal need that made me realize that everyone I met actually also had this need too.” This week on the Entreprenista Podcast, Loren Castle, the founder of Sweet Loren's shares her inspiring journey. You'll hear all about how Loren built her brand, an allergy-friendly baking and snacking company that has chan…

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Tinx on Returning to Her IRL Self, Christina 33:11

18d ago33:11

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Tinx never set out to be known as “TikTok’s older sister.” But five years of real talk on taboo topics – dating in your 30s, botox, and having zero clue what to do in life – makes a name like that stick. Social media and influencing has gotten crowded since Tinx started posting on TikTok during COVID, and she admits she’s been rethinking her relati…

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335 - Kara Goldin, Hint: How Her Curiosity and Resilience Disrupted the Beverage Industry 54:22

20d ago54:22

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“I didn't have that knowledge of the industry, but knowing what I know today, I think it's applicable in every industry. It's about looking at who is actually going to put money on the table to buy this.” In this episode, we dive deep with Kara Goldin, the visionary founder of Hint. Kara's journey is one of unexpected twists and turns. From the ear…

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Frank & Eileen Founder Audrey McLoghlin on Fostering Resilience in Your Career 38:18

25d ago38:18

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Audrey McLoghlin’s peer once compared her to a cockroach that could withstand nuclear warfare. Weird compliment? Maybe. But Audrey says she was touched. She grew up with an alcoholic father and learned early to rely on herself, not a partner, to make ends meet. As a serial entrepreneur in fashion, she’s built her businesses through some of the toug…

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334 - Leanne Lopez Mosley, Rich Queen: Business Secrets for Million Dollar Months 1:00:32

27d ago1:00:32

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“Everything you do in your business is about messaging, including leadership of your teams, and including the way you communicate with your customers.” In this episode of the Entreprenista Podcast, we celebrate a significant milestone: our first in-person recording since 2020! Join Stephanie as she reconnects with her friend and powerhouse entrepre…

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Emily Oster on Turning Rejection into Redirection 39:17

1M ago39:17

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Before Emily Oster became a go-to parenting expert, she was an econ professor waiting on a tenure decision at the University of Chicago. While waiting, she published Expecting Better, a book that moms-to-be consider to be a parenting Bible. She got rejected for tenure, then spent over a decade believing the book was a “professional mistake”. Parent…

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333 - Carly Zakin & Danielle Weisberg, The Skimm: Building and Evolving a Media Empire 40:31

1M ago40:31

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“I think that was probably the biggest thing that we took away...Instead of trying to overcomplicate and create a brand, we were just going to write how people speak.” In this episode, we sit down with Carly Zakin and Danielle Weisberg, the co-founders and co-CEOs of TheSkimm, a digital media company that's changing how millennial women consume new…

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CNN’s Erin Burnett on Actually Using Your Transferable Skills 30:38

1M ago30:38

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Erin Burnett flirted with the idea of becoming a CIA agent one day, drawn to the undercover thrills. Instead, she crunched numbers at Goldman Sachs as a financial analyst, then pivoted to be a broadcast journalist. While she never became a secret spy or ran a Wall Street empire, she didn’t let her interests or skills collect dust. Listen as Erin sh…

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332 - Leslie Tessler, Hanni: Creating Eco-Friendly Body Care for Busy Lifestyles 48:49

1M ago48:49

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“I had moved to South America and I had totally changed my perspective on where I wanted to be spending my time and where I didn't. I had increased expectations for things that worked better in half the time, and that's what I was trying to do with Hanni.” This week, join us as we dive into the inspiring entrepreneurial journey of Leslie Tessler, t…

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331 - Sarah Acton, BILL: Helping Founders Gain Control and Confidence Over Their Finances 43:43

2M ago43:43

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“A suite of tools and products and services that really enable SMBs to get access to the types of financial automation that used to only be in the hands of big companies, but bringing those tools to SMBs in a way that's purpose built for them.” In this episode of Entreprenista we dive deep into the world of small and mid-sized business (SMBs) suppo…

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330 - Addie Gundry, Pluie: Sharing Her Secrets for Winning Awards 21:00

2M ago21:00

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“Winning an [E100] award for an innovation that was very needed… it really just helped drive awareness.” In this episode of the Entreprenista Podcast, we dive into the inspiring journey of Addie Gundry, the founder of Pluie, and last year’s Entreprenista 100 Innovator of the Year. Join us as we explore Addie's experiences before and after winning, …

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329 - Mei Lin Ng, Hearth Display: Innovating Family Management and Connection 47:35

2M ago47:35

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“Being creative and solving problems every single day has been the most gratifying thing, and the thing that I have loved to do for my entire career.” In this episode of the Entreprenista Podcast, we sit down with Mei Lin Ng, co-founder and CEO of Hearth Display. She shares her incredible journey from studying photography to revolutionizing family …

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328 - Julie Solomon: Elevating Your Personal Brand and Messaging 53:04

2M ago53:04

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“It's not about being the best, it's about being the only." In this episode Julie Solomon returns to the podcast to challenge conventional wisdom and empower entrepreneurs to build businesses that align with their personal values and goals. This episode covers everything from personal branding basics, to advanced messaging strategies, to exciting n…

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Julia Stiles on Manifesting a New Career Chapter 30:25

2M ago30:25

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For millennial women, Julia Stiles needs no introduction. She portrayed some of our favorite characters growing up – like Kat in 10 Things I Hate About You and Sara in Save the Last Dance – and challenged one-dimensional portrayals of female characters. After two decades as an actor, Julia has taken her talents behind the camera to direct her first…

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327 - Become an Award-Winning Founder This Year 10:49

3M ago10:49

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“We wanted to create a program to celebrate founders at all stages of business.” In this episode of Entreprenista, Stephanie shares the exciting announcement of the third annual Entreprenista 100 Awards and why applying could be a game-changer for your business. From securing press and partnerships to gaining funding opportunities and confidence, t…

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Pam Weekes and Connie McDonald on Levain Bakery’s 30-Year Climb to Success 30:37

3M ago30:37

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Unlike MBA grads focused on scaling and selling companies, Pam Weekes and Connie McDonald built Levain Bakery with no intention of selling. Baking was the life plan, the thing they’d do til their hands couldn’t anymore. They embraced slow, sustainable growth for years with no regrets. Then came a compelling offer and a gut feeling that led them to …

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326 - Ali Mejia and Mariela Rovito, Eberjey: From Self-Funding to Sleepwear Success 59:06

3M ago59:06

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"Being an Entreprenista means also showing up for other women entrepreneurs, lifting them up and sharing our wisdom, our knowledge...that is so important to us." In this episode, we sit down with Ali Mejia and Mariela Rovito, co-founders of Eberjey, the luxury sleepwear brand that has redefined comfort and style. From their humble beginnings with j…

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CNN’s Laura Coates on Sacrificing Financial Independence for a Career Move 33:55

3M ago33:55

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In 2015, Laura Coates traded courtroom drama for newsroom deadlines, leaving her job as a Justice Department prosecutor to dive into a journalism career. She was a new mom with no media experience or contacts, but knew she’d regret it if she never tried. Fast forward to today. Laura is CNN’s Chief Legal Analyst, a Sirius XM host, and a trusted voic…

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325 - Carrie Pacini and Laura Mayes, Mom 2.0: Creating a Community for Mamaprenistas 48:38

3M ago48:38

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"Feedback is a gift, and it's always wrapped in truth." Join us as we sit down with Laura Mayes and Carrie Pacini, the dynamic duo behind Mom 2.0, a groundbreaking conference and community that connects moms in the realms of marketing, media, and business. In this episode, they reveal the early inspirations behind Mom 2.0, the secrets to their succ…

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Bobbie CEO Laura Modi on Making the Unpopular Move 35:21

3M ago35:21

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Laura Modi’s organic baby formula company, Bobbie, thrived during a formula shortage that saw nearly 50% of the nation’s formula supply vanish. As desperate moms searched for alternatives, many turned to Bobbie, leading to massive growth—until the demand threatened the supply. Laura faced a critical decision: continue accepting new customers or pau…

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324 - Catherine Gray, She Angel Investors: Funding the Future of Women Founders 45:18

3M ago45:18

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"We together can move that needle and help change the world for the better." Catherine Gray is an entrepreneur, producer, and advocate for women's empowerment known for her impactful work supporting entrepreneurs through media and funding platforms. As the founder of She Angel Investors and the co-founder of the She Angels Foundation, Catherine bri…

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L’Oréal CMO Han Wen on The Power of Listening First 31:38

3M ago31:38

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When Han Wen got a job at L’Oréal as an entry-level marketing associate, she didn’t even know what marketing was. The interviewers didn’t care. They spent the bulk of the interview talking about her bold outfit, which she got off the sales rack at J.Crew just an hour before. Fast forward to 2022, and Han became the CMO of L’Oréal USA at just 39-yea…

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323 - Richelle Pena, Health Biz Mastery: Lessons Learned Building a Healthcare Empire 50:21

3M ago50:21

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“Say yes and figure it out after. It's okay to be a learner and new at something again. How you build confidence is through knowledge. And if you shy away from learning new things and doing new things, then you won't ever be confident in something. I think that's something that everybody should listen and lean into. If something scares you but you …

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Mother Untitled’s Neha Ruch on Rebranding Stay-At-Home Motherhood 34:57

4M ago34:57

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Neha Ruch chose to take an indefinite pause from work after having her second child. She immediately faced raised eyebrows and unsolicited advice. She didn’t bat an eye at her choice. But the reactions got her thinking: why are we riding on outdated stereotypes about moms choosing to exit the workforce to take care of their family for a chapter of …

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322 - We Let AI Plan 2025 + a HUGE Surprise 12:42

4M ago12:42

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Hi Entreprenistas! We’re here with a quick minisode that you definitely don't want to miss. We let AI select our words of the year for 2025, and what we found out was super shocking! We're ready to go, and one of my favorite ways to prepare for a new year is to choose a word or theme to set the stage. We also share a HUGE surprise with all of you a…

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321 - Jasmine Star: The Power of Personal Branding in Business 48:44

4M ago48:44

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“All we have to say is, ‘Today is the day I do not quit. I'm not gonna focus on tomorrow. Today is the day I do not quit.’" In this episode of Entreprenista, we sat down with Jasmine Star, a world-class speaker, thought leader, podcast host, CEO, and entrepreneur dedicated to helping you achieve your highest goals. Jasmine began her career as an in…

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320 - Gwen Whiting, The Fill: Turning Pain into Purposeful Entrepreneurship 1:03:21

4M ago1:03:21

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“An acquisition is not the end all, be all. And I really want to emphasize that because I think there's so many misnomers or ideas out there that people think the norm is raising money. I did not. There's another way to do it. It's just less talked about and gets less attention. The end all is not always an exit.” Gwen Whiting is a serial entrepren…

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Morgan Stanley CMO Alice Milligan on Why Your Career is a Marathon, Not a Sprint 42:08

4M ago42:08

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Alice Milligan left home at 19 to escape a dysfunctional family life. Her peers went to college right out of high school. Meanwhile, Alice spent ten years getting her college degree while working full-time to support herself. She had no choice but to be resilient, independent, and patient. Decades later, and faced with choosing between a dream job …

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319 - 2024 End of Year Note with Steph + Court 56:16

4M ago56:16

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“You have to listen to your customers. You have to listen to your community to find out what their needs are, what they like. Your business is going to evolve over the years based on customer needs and preferences.” We know we say this every year… but once again, 2024 has absolutely flown by. Though the year has been a rollercoaster of ups and down…

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Connie Chung on Outwitting the Boys Club 34:07

5M ago34:07

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She’s an icon, she’s a legend, and she is the moment. Connie Chung is the trailblazing veteran broadcaster who worked her way up from being a copy-girl at a local news station to anchoring one of the most popular nightly newscasts, CBS Evening News. To get there, she had to make it through the “boys club” of the 70s newsroom. Think: Mad Men, but ne…

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318 - Allison Ellsworth, Poppi: Secrets to Building the Best-Selling Soda Brand 39:46

5M ago39:46

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“Understanding through growth, how to have that balance, and to be yourself has been a really big learning for me as an entrepreneur.” Allison Ellsworth is the co-founder and chief brand officer of Poppi, a revolutionary soda brand that you've probably seen in every store. Allison created Poppi in her kitchen by combining apple cider vinegar with r…

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Jessica Alba and Lizzy Mathis on Prioritizing Your Mental Health as a Mom 31:37

5M ago31:37

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Welcome back to a new season of 9 to 5ish. We’re kicking things off with Jessica Alba and Lizzy Mathis, two best friends and co-hosts of the show “Honest Renovations” on The Roku Channel. There are plenty of home renovation shows out there. But theirs highlights the importance of mom having their own space to recharge. As moms of three kids each, t…

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317 - Danielle Canty, MemberUp: Helping Women Build and Scale Their Online Businesses 44:00

5M ago44:00

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“A lot of people are worried if AI is going to take over. Don't be worried about AI taking over. You should be worried you're in competition with people using AI better than you.” Danielle Canty is a former brick and mortar business owner turned successful online entrepreneur. Danielle has now transitioned into the digital space to pursue her passi…

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316 - My 10 Marketing Secrets to Growing Two 7-Figure Businesses 20:10

5M ago20:10

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Hi Entreprenistas! It’s Steph here with a quick minisode about all things brand building. It’s our goal at Entreprenista to help you have all of the best business information and access to the resources that we’ve used to grow both of our seven figure businesses. Today, I’m walking through our marketing strategies and the tactics that we've used to…

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315 - Ambika Singh, Armoire: Building a Thriving Wardrobe Rental Business 54:26

5M ago54:26

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“I grew up sharing clothes and thought it was lovely and fun. And so rental to me is like that expression helped by the internet.” - Ambika Singh Ambika always had exuberant ideas for what she wanted to do for work. It wasn’t until she decided to quit corporate America to go to business school that she was able to combine her passion for helping …

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314 - Kathryn Shah, Spring & Mulberry: Making the World a Sweeter and Healthier Place 40:03

6M ago40:03

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“I don't know that we've cracked the right mix yet, but gifting has gone a long way, and I think the more you gift, the more people see your product, and the more you can collaborate on content, the more views you'll see on your content. And ultimately, what you're wanting is just this feeling that you're everywhere.” Kathryn Shah is the co-founder…

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313 - Ramy Brook Sharp, Ramy Brook: Her Journey Building and Scaling a Fashion Empire 45:55

6M ago45:55

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“As the leader, it all starts at the top. If you want a culture where people are kind to each other and people are understanding, you have to be that person." Ramy Brook Sharp is the founder and CEO of Ramy Brook, a contemporary women's fashion brand known for its chic and versatile designs. Launched in 2010 from her apartment, the brand quickly ga…

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Build-A-Bear CEO Sharon Price-John on Why Defining Values is Key to Achieving Goals 31:58

6M ago31:58

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Early in her career, Sharon Price-John literally put pen to paper and wrote what she dubbed her “price values.” AKA: the qualities that guided her in work and life. She reasoned that if she had time to write a grocery list, she could take a second to define what was important to her. Although her price values have inevitably evolved as she got olde…

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312 - Mary Seats, The Bakery CoWork: Fostering Community With Her Co-Working Space for Women 56:37

6M ago56:37

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“I needed support, community, someone to reach their hand down and pull me up. And now I'm always reaching my hand down to pull someone else up.” Mary Seats is the founder of The Icing Agency and The Bakery CoWork, a co-working space designed for women entrepreneurs. From a young age, Mary showcased her entrepreneurial spirit by selling handmade Ba…

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Jenny Slate on Finding Peace with Herself through Motherhood 35:16

6M ago35:16

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Through her twenties and thirties, comedian Jenny Slate couldn’t find peace. By all accounts, she was succeeding. She earned a spot on Saturday Night Live, and became recognizable through her on-screen appearances next to actors like Amy Poehler and Nick Kroll. But she still felt stuck in a cycle of self-criticism and a pressure to always be on. Th…

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311 - Sherry Saeedi, Verswire: Transforming Music With Her VC Startup 50:10

6M ago50:10

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“Anything is possible. It's just about believing in yourself, because that will lead everything.” Sherry Saeedi is the founder and CEO of Verswire, a venture capital music startup. Growing up on welfare, Sherry's entrepreneurial spirit emerged early. At just six years old, she was selling coupon booklets to her neighbors and it was that determinati…

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NFL Reporter Erin Andrews on Addressing the “Shelf Life” of Her Career 37:05

6M ago37:05

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Erin Andrews has become one of the most recognizable sideline reporters in the sports industry. She started out at ESPN in her early twenties, and eventually moved to Fox NFL where she continues to give fans updates on their favorite players and coaches. While Erin’s worked in the biz for nearly two decades, she says she knows there’s a “shelf life…

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Vivian Olodun’s Marketing Agency Helps Women Achieve Financial Freedom 39:45

7M ago39:45

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“It's not about me having a bunch of locations or having a lot of clients. It's about sharing my SOPs, my systems, with other people so that they can also have that same freedom of life and an elevated lifestyle, should they choose to.” Vivian Olodun is the founder of Flourish Media, a Miami-based marketing training and development franchise, where…

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Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego on Why Paid Family Leave is Good for Everyone 26:15

7M ago26:15

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Before she decided to run for mayor, Kate Gallego was newly divorced with a young child. Her support system drastically changed after her mom was diagnosed with cancer. Her only income was through her job on the city council, and she questioned whether Phoenix could stomach a young, unmarried woman as mayor. She won the race and has led the city fo…

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How Rachel Liverman Revolutionized the Skincare Industry With 30-Minute Facials 34:53

7M ago34:53

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"I believe in simple business models. The best things in life are simple." Rachel Liverman is the founder and CEO of Glowbar, a revolutionary skin care company offering facials in just 30 minutes. As a third generation esthetician, she struggled to find an effective, accessible and trustworthy source for consistent facial treatments administered by…

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Eventbrite CEO Julia Hartz on Staying Innovative in Your Industry 37:50

7M ago37:50

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Eventbrite CEO Julia Hartz said “I do” to Kevin Hartz twice: once when they got married, and again when she decided to become a co-founder with him. Julia says she doesn’t even remember the latter moment. All she knows is she trusted Kevin’s entrepreneurial instincts and it paid off. But when Kevin needed to step down as CEO and have Julia step in,…

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Kristen Dunning Transformed a Personal Struggle into Shark Tank Success With Gently Soap 57:16

7M ago57:16

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"Being an entrepreneur means being a role model, the person I wish I saw when I was younger." Kristen Dunning is the founder of Gently Soap, a brand that crafts pure and sustainable herbal remedies that every body can use. Inspired by a battle with eczema, Kristen pioneered herbal research in college and Gently is a testament to her resilience, inn…

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