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E73 Kemo Sabe | Joe Wagner
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In this episode, we saddle up with the powerhouse trio behind luxury western brand Kemo Sabe—Wendy Kunkle (President & Owner), Jennifer Demers (GM), and Arna Einarsdottir (VP)—to dive into their ride-or-die entrepreneurial journey. From its roots in Aspen to becoming a high-fashion staple rocked by the likes of Bella Hadid and Jeff Bezos, Kemo Sabe has transformed cowboy culture into a bold, modern movement.
We get into how Wendy went from salesfloor grit to ownership, what it takes to craft a one-of-a-kind hat, and how this fearless crew keeps the brand authentic while growing fast. It’s a deep dive into craftsmanship, culture, and running a retail business that feels more like a lifestyle than a job.
Of course, in true Go With Your Palate fashion, we veer into werewolf protection strategies, Icelandic wisdom, and a very experimental red-and-white wine blend known only as… Slop Bucket.
If you love stories about building something iconic from the ground up—and doing it with a little dust, a little glitter, and a whole lot of grit—this one’s for you.
Chapters
1. E73 Kemo Sabe | Joe Wagner (00:00:00)
2. Welcome Kemo Sabe! (00:09:45)
3. Iceland Tips (00:10:40)
4. Kemo Sabe: High-End Western Wear (beginnings) (00:14:22)
5. Kemo Sabe Evolution (00:18:54)
6. Kemo Sabe Locations (00:21:55)
7. Hats & Boots & more! (00:28:00)
8. Original Grit Tequila (00:31:45)
9. Chisme & Wine (00:37:10)
10. VIP Treatment (00:45:16)
11. Wild Requests (00:48:00)
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