The Story of a Brand

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July 11, 2025

Bare Kind - How Socks Became a Force for Good

In this episode, I sit down with Andrew Kemp, the passionate owner of Bare Kind, a brand of bamboo socks that’s on a mission to save endangered animals one step at a time. What began with a desire to create a feel-good product has grown into a purpose-driven business...

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July 10, 2025

Flower Shop Perfumes Co. - Blending Art, Emotion, and Disruption

In this episode, I sit down with Isaac LeKach and Lillian Shalom, the creative and entrepreneurial duo behind Flower Shop Perfumes Co., a brand that’s blurring the lines between scent, art, and emotion.  What struck me most about our conversation is how personal their approach to fragrance is. For …

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July 10, 2025

Fresh - This Brand’s Soul Is in Every Jar

In this episode, I sit down with Lev Glazman and Alina Roytberg, the visionary duo behind Fresh, one of the most iconic beauty brands of the last three decades. What began as a small apothecary shop in Boston evolved into a global brand renowned for blending modern skincare with timeless rituals. L…

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July 9, 2025

Delavie Sciences - Why This Brand Says No to the Skincare Status Quo

In this episode, I sit down with Kyle Landry, PhD, a scientist-turned-entrepreneur who’s bringing literal space-age technology to the skincare world.  As the President and Co-founder of Delavie Sciences, Kyle shares how a partnership with NASA led to the discovery of...

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July 3, 2025

Hiya Health - No Sugar, No Dyes, No Compromises

In this episode, I sit down with Darren Litt, the founder of Hiya Health, a mission-driven kids' wellness brand that’s reimagining what it means to raise healthy children.  Darren shares how a single disappointing Amazon order led him down a path of obsession with...

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July 1, 2025

SET ACTIVE - Bootstrapped and Bold

In this episode, I sit down with Lindsey Carter, the Founder and CEO of SET ACTIVE, a brand that has reshaped how women experience athleisure—not just in terms of function, but also in terms of feeling. Lindsey shares her raw and powerful journey, from bootstrapping...

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June 27, 2025

The Froot Thief - The Untold Story Behind That Viral Fruit Spaghetti

In this episode, I sit down with Jonathan Cornish, the spirited co-founder and “Head Bandit” behind The Froot Thief—a fruit snack brand that’s turning heads and winning lunchboxes.  Jonathan’s story is one of grit, gratitude, and big flavor. We discuss how a...

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June 26, 2025

1 Commerce - How to Win at Omnichannel Without Losing Your Mind

In this episode, I had a powerful and insightful conversation with Eric Kasper, the founder of 1 Commerce. Eric isn’t just building another ecommerce platform—he’s building from the ground up based on hard-won experience, past failures, and deep empathy for the challenges founders face.  We discuss…

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June 25, 2025

BloomNation - Empowering Local Florist and Their Customers

What happens when you mix a deep love for small business with the drive to shake up an outdated industry? You get BloomNation.  In this episode, I sat down with Farbod Shoraka, Co-founder & CEO of BloomNation, to talk about how a few powerful insights—and one unforgettable lunch—led to the creation…

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June 25, 2025

Little Spoon - How to Build a Brand Parents' Trust

As someone who has worked with numerous consumer brands, I can confidently say that Little Spoon is one of those companies that truly understands today’s modern parent. I had the joy of sitting down with Angela Vranich and Ben Lewis, co-founders of Little Spoon, and discussing how ...

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June 24, 2025

Halfday Ice Tea (Part 2) - From Gut Issues to Grocery Shelves

When it comes to building a better-for-you beverage brand, it’s easy to think it’s all about the product. But as Kayvon Jahanbakhsh, co-founder of Halfday Iced Tea, shares in this episode, building a brand people actually love is just as much about emotional connection, persistence, and timing. Thi…

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June 24, 2025

Halfday Ice Tea (Part 1) - How a Dorm Room Idea Disrupted Iced Tea

Every now and then, you come across a founder story that’s both heartfelt and hustle-packed—this is one of those.  In this episode, I sit down with Mike Lombardo, co-founder of Halfday Iced Tea, a brand that’s redefining what iced tea can be. We talk about everything from starting the company out o…

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June 20, 2025

Baumer Foods - They Make Good Food Taste Great

I’ve interviewed a lot of founders, but few with stories as rich and enduring as today’s guest. In this episode, I sit down with Pepper Baumer, President & CEO of Crystal Hot Sauce, a product of Baumer Foods. We explore how this iconic, family-owned brand has been flavoring kitchens for over...

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June 18, 2025

Flytographer - The Power of Saying Yes to Your Idea

I always say some of the most innovative ideas come from personal experiences, and Nicole Smith’s story is proof. What started as a meaningful moment in Paris with her best friend evolved into Flytographer, a global platform that helps people capture unforgettable travel...

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June 17, 2025

ByHeart - Rebuilding Infant Formula from the Ground Up

Every once in a while, you come across a story so driven by purpose and heart that you can feel it in every word, and that’s exactly how I felt talking to the co-founders of ByHeart.  In this episode, Ron Belldegrun and Mia Funt, Co-founders of ByHeart, guide us through their remarkable journey to …

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June 16, 2025

EssenZen - Rewriting the Rules of Clean Beauty

I always love speaking with founders who are guided by purpose, and Reham Essa’s story is a perfect example. After years as a pharmacist, Founder and CEO Reham set out to create a skincare brand that prioritizes health, simplicity, and integrity over hype. EssenZen is about more than beauty; it’s a…

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