This is the Founders-Meeting podcast—your Monday morning "snack" to kickstart the week with positivity, innovative thinking, and entrepreneurial drive. Every week, we dive into the minds of founders from around the globe, uncovering the strategies and stories behind their biggest wins and toughest challenges. Whether you're just starting out or scaling to new heights, this podcast is your weekly dose of motivation and insight. Hosted by Helga Osk Hlynsdottir, Spiritual Leader and co-founder ...
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20 | Anna Morgado / AM Ceramics: How Vulnerability Transforms Artistry and Business From Fear to Freedom
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1:39:46🎙️ From Clay to Connection: The Artistic Entrepreneurship of Anna Morgado How do you build a soulful business rooted in creativity, community, and intuition? In this episode, we sit down with Anna Morgado—a Brazilian ceramic artist and entrepreneur now based in Hamburg—whose journey from graphic designer to successful creative founder offers a fres…
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19 | David Cerami / Rest: Unveiling the Future of Coffee: A Deep Dive into REST's Revolutionary Approach
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42:18Reinventing Coffee with David Cerami | Founder of Rest What if your morning coffee didn’t come from beans at all — and was better for the planet and your wallet? In this episode, Helga sits down with David Cerami, founder of Rest, a bold startup reinventing coffee as we know it. David takes us on a journey from his creative roots and athletic minds…
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18 | Othmar Handl / Forward Festival: Keeping up with possibilities in creativity and communication
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53:21Turning ideas into action. Building Creative Communities with Othmar Handl the Founder of Forward Festival. How do you turn a passion project into a 10-year movement that connects thousands of creatives across the globe? In this episode, we sit down with Othmar Handl, the founder of Forward Festival—Europe’s leading creative conference bridging des…
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17 | Pat Chirico / Insight Breathwork: Unleashing from corporate culture to following your hearts path
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57:59From Numbers to Nurturing: Pat’s Journey from Corporate Accountant to Breathwork Facilitator In this episode of Founders-Meeting, we delve into the transformative journey of Pat, who transitioned from a conventional corporate career as an accountant to embracing a vocation centred on breathwork and somatic healing practices. Pat shares his experien…
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16 | Ida Tin / Clue: The Femtech trailblazer Empowering Women through Innovation
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1:11:26Ida Tin: Pioneering Femtech and Redefining Women's Health In this enlightening episode, Helga sits down with the one and only mother of Femtech Ida Tin, the visionary founder of Clue, a groundbreaking app that has transformed the landscape of menstrual and reproductive health tracking. Ida shares her journey from the inception of Clue to its impact…
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15 | Halli Ueno / Ueno: Exiting brings challenges that nobody talks about — until now!
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1:20:35🎙️ Founders-Meeting with Haraldur Thorleifsson aka... Halli Ueno Come for the branding wisdom, stay for the existential honesty. In this soulful, funny, and deeply human conversation, Halli (founder of Ueno, builder of things, Icelandic legend) joins Helga for this extended podcasts episode inspired by Hallis own "walking podcast" even though it wa…
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14 | Sigurrós Eiðsdóttir / Wild Horses: Two people, many passions. One roof.
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59:23“Wild Horses, Wiser Roads” — with Sigurrós Eiðsdóttir In this soulful and sharply honest conversation, we sit down with Sigurrós Eiðsdóttir, the creative mind and co-founder behind Copenhagen’s beloved Wild Horses Café & Gallery. With a name that's often mistaken for the legendary Icelandic band (yes, that Sigur Rós), Sigurrós shares how identity, …
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13 | Davíð Örn / Smitten: From Swiping Serial Startup Struggles to Fun-Focused Dating Success!
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37:53In this episode of Founders-Meeting, we sit down with Davíð Örn, co-founder of Smitten, the dating app that’s flipping the script on how people meet online. As the youngest of five brothers and a serial entrepreneur, Davíð walks us through the highs, lows, and wild pivots of his journey — from failed ventures to launching one of the most fun and en…
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12 | Kane Power / Precision Podcasting: From Punk to The Power of Premium Podcasting
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55:51🎙️ What really goes into building a podcast that stands out? Spoiler: It’s more than a mic and a dream. (You need a punk!) In this episode of Founders-Meeting, Helga sits down with the brilliant (and refreshingly honest) Kane, founder of Precision Podcasting, to chat about the real journey behind the mic — the wins, the fails, and all the magic in …
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11 | Stefano Sacchi / Epic Lama: The Epic Way of Connecting Humans
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39:00In this conversation, Helga interviews Stefano Sacchi, the founder of Epic Llama, a company dedicated to creating unique and meaningful social experiences. Stefano shares his journey as a third culture kid, his entrepreneurial spirit, and the evolution of Epic Llama over the past decade. He discusses the importance of fostering genuine connections,…
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10 | Matt Watkins / Special Studio: On complex supply chains, sustainability and 3d printed future
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48:24In this conversation, Matt Watkins, founder of Special Studio, shares his journey as a sustainability-driven entrepreneur. He discusses the importance of rethinking manufacturing processes, the role of 3D printing, and the significance of using recycled materials. Matt reflects on his childhood interests in making things, his experiences in the tec…
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09 | Barthélémy de Mazenod / Sorbey: Building Communities Around Healthy Food Culture and a Culinary Revolution in Recipe Management
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40:36In this episode, we chat with Bart, a Paris-based entrepreneur and founder of Sorbey, a digital platform transforming the way we connect with food and community. Born out of frustration with cluttered, ad-heavy food platforms, Sorbey is on a mission to create a seamless, ad-free, and educational experience for home cooks and food lovers. Bart’s jou…
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08 | Claire Siegert / Businettes: Building a Network and the Importance of Sisterhood in Business
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59:45This podcast episode features an enlightening discussion with the lovely Claire Siegert, co-founder of Businettes, where she elucidates the intricacies of building a supportive community for female entrepreneurs. Claire elaborates on her professional journey, illustrating how her past experiences shaped her understanding of the challenges that wome…
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07 | Antonio Gomez / Tryp: Cannabis Industry Transitioning from Illegal to Legal and Navigating a Controversial Market
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51:24In this episode, we dive into the entrepreneurial journey of Antonio Gomez, co-founder of Tryp, Mexico’s pioneering cannabis marketplace. Antonio shares insights from his experiences at Uber and Revolut, revealing the challenges and opportunities of launching a business in a newly legalized, highly regulated market. We explore the evolving legal la…
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06 | Martin Rieger / VRtonung: Specialising, and how to network when starting alone
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48:05Revolutionizing Sound with Martin: The Transformative Power of 3D Audio Martin’s journey into the world of spatial audio is as inspiring as it is innovative. With a bold vision and a passion for immersive sound, Martin has become a pioneer in the field, exploring how 3D audio can transform industries and elevate human experiences. In this episode, …
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05 | Alma Dóra / HEIMA: Revolutionising Household Dynamics: A Chat with The Valkyrie of Family Tech
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31:19Reimagining Family Life with Alma Dóra: Heima’s Mission to Balance the Household In this episode, we welcome Alma Dóra, the innovative mind behind Heima, a groundbreaking app designed to revolutionize how families manage household tasks. Alma delves into the core vision of Heima, a platform that gamifies and automates household responsibilities to …
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04 | Devin Gilmartin / The Canvas: From T-Shirts to a Slow Fashion Revolution: How The Canvas is Changing Retail
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25:46Revolutionising Retail with Devin Gilmartin: The Canvas's Vision for Sustainable Fashion In this episode, we sit down with Devin Gilmartin, the visionary founder behind The Canvas, a platform that's redefining the fashion industry by championing sustainability and empowering independent brands. Devin's journey from launching a small T-shirt brand t…
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03 | Alison Dunlop / ARD Bakery: The Fashion Designer that turned Baker
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38:42Sculpting Sweet Success with Alison Dunlop: From Art to ARD Bakery Alison Dunlop’s journey is a testament to the magic of blending creativity and entrepreneurship. A Scottish mother of two, Alison didn’t plan to start a business during her maternity leave—but her artistic background and passion for baking took her in an unexpected and delightful di…
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02 | Mikko Koskinen / Kyrö: From the Rye Fields of Finland to Cloud Nine with Finnair
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36:42Going against the grain with Mikko Koskinen: From Sauna Brainstorms to Award-Winning Spirits Mikko Koskinen’s entrepreneurial journey involves boldness, creativity, and resilience. When most people would have followed the safe path, Mikko did the opposite—launching a distillery in Finland at a time when rye whisky didn’t even exist in the country. …
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01 | Anna Lee / Lioness: From Engineering to Smart Vibrator Revolution
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35:25Breaking Taboos with Anna Lee: Innovating Sexual Wellness and Building Lioness Anna Lee’s entrepreneurial journey is nothing short of inspiring. Her upbringing didn’t dictate where she would go—her bold vision and engineering mindset empowered her to create something entirely revolutionary. As the founder and CEO of Lioness, she made history by dev…
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Welcome to the Founders-Meeting podcast! In this trailer, you’ll get a sneak peek at what’s in store: weekly conversations with inspiring founders from around the globe, exploring their biggest wins, toughest challenges, and the strategies they used to succeed. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned business leader, this podcast is h…
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