Are you a high achiever, people pleaser, or perfectionist? Ever thought that hitting that next big goal or completing that next big project would finally bring the peace and fulfillment you’ve longed for? Welcome to the club brothers and sisters. Somewhere along the way we were taught that the outside world holds the keys to our inner happiness. Whoever is responsible for that narrative is full of shit. So if fulfillment isn’t in the next promotion, or pat on the back, where is it? Conscious ...
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Hear the stories, learn the proven methods, and accelerate your growth and future through entrepreneurship. Welcome to The Foundr Podcast with Nathan Chan. About the show: For over a decade, The Foundr Podcast with Nathan Chan has been a leading entrepreneurship podcast for open-book conversations with, by, and for founders. Whether you're starting, building, or dreaming about your business, The Foundr Podcast is where you can access experienced founders who've been in your shoes to learn th ...
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Based inside the beltline in Raleigh, North Carolina, Lauren Van Hemert is an award-winning podcaster who has been covering regional theater for over three years. She has been called a "pioneer" for her community-based approach to cultural arts reporting and candid conversations about diversity and inclusion in the theater industry. Her guests have included Tony Award-winners, Broadway veterans, international recording artists, and television icons, including Eric Woodall, Lauren Kennedy, Ro ...
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The Brassy Broadcast with Jen Edds
Hosted by Jen Edds, musician, student of the creative universe, and a curio
The Brassy Broadcast is an exploration of the practices, processes, and intentional actions that bridge the gap from launch to legendary in our podcasts and beyond.
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Healing from Within: Conscious Health with Andrea Nakayama
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Prominent in the field of functional nutrition, Andrea Nakayama joins Amy Woodall in this enlightening episode of the Conscious Habit podcast. Andrea, a leader in addressing chronic illness through systems biology and root cause methodology, shares pivotal insights on achieving health consciousness by slowing down and tuning in to one's body. In th…
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516: Why You Shouldn’t Pay Influencers in 2024 | Gretta van Riel
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Listener favorite Gretta van Riel returns to the podcast to share the influencer strategies that helped her scale three million-dollar ecommerce brands. Van Riel chats with Nathan Chan about her early days with SkinnyMeTea and ecommerce milestones, including being featured on Oprah’s “Favorite Things” and winning Shopify’s “Build a Business” contes…
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In this heartwarming episode of the "Conscious Habit" podcast, hosts Deseri Garcia, President of Vida Aventura and Amy Woodall share essential strategies for navigating life's tough times. Amy Woodall, a meditation expert, executive coach, speaker, and business owner, candidly shares her personal grief journey after the loss of her beloved dogs, Pa…
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515: Building Yeezy with Kanye and Why He Left Adidas | Eric Liedtke
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When Kanye calls you on a Sunday night, you pick up. That was Eric Liedtke’s life for years as the head of global brands at Adidas, where he was instrumental in building the Yeezy brand and scaling the Adidas ecommerce platform to a multi-billion dollar business. After a 26-year corporate career, Liedtke gave it up and started from scratch as the C…
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In this episode, host Amy Woodall shares her epic tale about diving headfirst into big risks and bold investments to make her dream of hosting life-changing women's retreats a reality. From navigating financial fears to basking in the glow of a sold-out success story, Amy shares the journey is all about embracing the scary stuff and reaping the rew…
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514: He Made $2.8M Getting People High | Nick Shackelford
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Nick Shackelford wants to get soccer moms buzzed. His brand, BRĒZ, targets consumers who want to relax without a hangover in the morning. The challenge is getting BRĒZ sold online to soccer moms when selling the product isn’t fully legal. Shackelford is a managing partner at Structured Social and is Foundr’s How to Run Facebook Ads course instructo…
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513: Why Twitter Rejected His AI Tool | Alex Elias
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When Alex Elias started Qloo, “artificial intelligence” was a dirty word. A decade later, Qloo is a pioneer in AI. Qloo is an AI decision-making platform that helps corporate clients predict audience tastes and preferences. Elias says that we’re still in “the Napster era of AI” and that the hype will eventually become a subtle integration into our …
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Cultivating Compassion and Creativity at Work with Amy Lynn Durham
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From a successful corporate career to the innovative founder of Create Magic at Work, Amy Lynn Durham has carved a unique path in bringing spiritual intelligence into the heart of workplace culture. In this episode, Amy shares the transformative power of incorporating whimsy, childlike playfulness, and deep spiritual insights in professional settin…
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512: How Shay Mitchell Is Disrupting a $17B Industry
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Shay Mitchell loves it when people approach her in public and ask about her luggage instead of a selfie. The multi-hyphenate founder never wanted her brand to be BÉIS by Shay Mitchell; she wanted her business to stand alone as a solution for customers. Mitchell is an actress, producer, entrepreneur, activist, mother, and author. She’s best known fo…
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The Power of Self-Awareness with Jolie Rhinehart
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Jolie Rhinehart believes self-awareness and conscious leadership can transform challenges into opportunities for growth and unity. Drawing from over a decade of experience at Phillips 66, she explores the nuances of leading in a male-dominated industry, stressing the importance of conscious leadership, self-awareness, and authentic team dynamics. D…
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511: How One Product Made Him $40M | Ezra Firestone
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Ezra Firestone’s businesses generated $70M in revenue last year, but he says he’s just “some guy.” He started his first ecommerce store in 2006, selling Marge Simpson wigs. Despite being a high school dropout with no experience or education, he was determined to make his business work. Two decades later, he’s invested and co-founded five successful…
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From overcoming childhood fears to harnessing daily anxieties, Amy Woodall explores the intersection of irrational fears and personal growth. In this episode of Conscious Habit, Amy recounts a humorous yet insightful story of mistaking a harmless cat for a fearsome snake. She delves into the human tendency to perceive threats where there are none, …
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510: How to Create Pain Killer Products | Guy Kawasaki
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At 67, Guy Kawasaki is still evangelizing about products. After building a tech career at Apple under Steve Jobs, Kawasaki set out on a winding career path, including founding startups, giving viral Ted Talks, investing in unicorns like Canva, and writing 16 books. Eight years after his last podcast appearance, Nathan Chan catches up with Kawasaki …
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509: Shark Tank Winner Reveals How to Create a Million-Dollar Beauty Brand | Alicia Scott
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A year after filming, Alicia Scott anxiously watched her appearance on Shark Tank surrounded by friends and family. Her pitch was first on the episode, and she nailed it by securing a deal from Emma Grede, the business mind behind Kardashian brands like SKIMS and Good American. Scott then pulled up her Shopify store. The numbers were shocking. In o…
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Rerelease: No Ego, a Conversation with Cy Wakeman, Part Two
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In this episode, Cy Wakeman delves into the detrimental effects of the "BMW" mindset—bitching, moaning, and whining—on personal growth and workplace dynamics. The New York Times bestselling author and leadership consultant practical strategies to ditch the ego-driven narrative for a more accountable, present, and fulfilling life. In celebration of …
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508: How Hexclad Hooked Gordon Ramsay as a Partner | Daniel Winer
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When Gordon Ramsay follows your Instagram account, you take notice. That’s how Daniel Winer, co-founder of Hexclad, started his business relationship with the superstar TV chef, which has become a full-fledged partnership. Winer launched Hexclad in 2016 by maxing out credit cards and emptying his savings. Today, the $400 million business is a DTC d…
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Rerelease: Life’s Messy, Live Happy, a Conversation with Cy Wakeman, Part One
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Traversing through both personal heartaches and professional milestones, Cy Wakeman, the New York Times bestselling author and leadership consultant, shares how happiness can coexist with pain. In celebration of the Conscious Habit Podcast launching two years ago, Amy Woodall rereleased this listener’s favorite. In part one of this stellar two-part…
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507: Wix Co-Founder Shares Website Tips from 250M+ Users | Avishai Abrahami
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If you want to build a website for your business that stands out, Avishai Abrahami believes that you need to care about what your customers are trying to do. Avishai is the CEO and co-founder of the website platform Wix. Founded in 2006, under Abrahami's leadership, Wix has grown to 254M users in 191 countries and 22 languages and went public in 20…
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Hear what Bekah Brunstetter has to say about THE NOTEBOOK and the world premiere of her new play, THE GAME. Connect with Us Facebook @beltlinetobroadway Instagram @beltlinetobroadway TikTok @beltlinetobroadwayBy Lauren Van Hemert
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Embracing Daily Gratitude with Amy Woodall and Deseri Garcia
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Taking cues from "Thank and Grow Rich" by Pam Grout, Amy Woodall and Deseri Garcia unravel the profound effects being thankful has on personal and professional well-being. Amy, once a skeptic, now embraces gratitude's transformative power, while Deseri advocates its importance as a core value. The discussion also sheds light on the science behind g…
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506: I Ignored Investors and Built a $975M Company | Joe Thomas
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An investor told Joe Thomas and his co-founders that they could exit to Salesforce for millions if they made their video recording software for sales teams. Thomas and his co-founder said no. Instead, they built Loom into a globally used tool with five million users in 230+ countries. In November of 2023, Atlassian acquired Loom for $975 million. L…
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In this episode of Conscious Habit, host Amy Woodall shares a powerful concept about "the bitch in the attic." She delves into the topic of ego, inner criticism, and the stories we tell ourselves that can lead to chaos and internal suffering. She explores the various ways ego manifests, from the achiever and people-pleaser to the perfectionist and …
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505: “The Bear” Inspired Restaurant Owner on Anger as Fuel | Will Guidara
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How do you go from dead last to the No. 1 restaurant in the world? By channeling your anger. Listen to Nathan Chan and restaurateur-founder Will Guidara discuss the strategy behind making Eleven Madison Park into an icon and the stories that inspired the hit television show The Bear. In this episode, you’ll learn: How Guidara went from restaurateur…
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504: The State of Email Marketing in 2024 | Email Expert Chase Dimond
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Email is still the highest converting and cheapest marketing channel for ecommerce. But how can you scale your program, protect against unsubs, and stay engaged with your audience? Ecommerce email marketer Chase Dimond returns to the podcast for a state of email marketing in 2024, including what AI tools are helping brands reach their audience effi…
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Becoming a Loving Leader with Jasmine Bellamy
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Jasmine Bellamy, founder of Love 101 Ministries, has evolved into a loving leader dedicated to nurturing the growth of those around her. With a notable 31-year career in retail behind her, Jasmine found herself craving a deeper sense of purpose, propelling her towards becoming a student and practitioner of love both personally and professionally. A…
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503: The Billion Views YouTuber You’ve Never Heard Of | Justin Flom
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From the age of two, Justin Flom has performed magic tricks. But the trick he never expected to do was turn a performance career into a social entertainment empire. In 2020, the pandemic forced Flom to go all-in on the internet, and within three months, he hit six figures in revenue. In this episode, Flom reveals how he approaches his content creat…
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Pursuing Your Passion with Flexibility with “The Rideshare Queen” Deanna Dixon
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Deanna Dixon knew deep within her soul what her life's path was meant to be. But she knows too well what happens when this knowing of your purpose becomes a burden. On this episode of Conscious Habit, Deanna divulges to Amy her pivotal moment of understanding that embracing authenticity doesn't require sacrificing relationships or ambitions, but ra…
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502: Stop Sending Thank You Cards with Products | Anaita Sarkar
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Including thank you cards in your packaging could hurt your business. Find out why from Hero Packaging’s Anaita Sarkar as she discusses the myths around sustainable and eco-friendly packaging with Nathan Chan. Plus, she’ll share advice from starting two companies from scratch, covering TikTok marketing, packaging, demand generation, and more. Sarka…
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In this episode, host Amy Woodall shares her thoughts on finding appreciation in the mundane aspects of life. She reflects on the burdens and demands that often feel like inconveniences, such as driving kids around, sitting in traffic, and doing daily chores. Amy challenges herself and her listeners to look for the blessings within these burdens, e…
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501: Neil Patel Thinks Free Products Are the Best Marketing Tactic
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Marketing is expensive. But you can get your brand in front of people much cheaper–by giving something away for free. In Neil Patel’s return to the podcast, he’ll share lessons from years of marketing consulting and explain why free products are cheaper for your business in the long run. If you haven’t seen Patel on social media, he’s the co-founde…
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500: Horror Stories and Surprises from 500 Interviews | Nathan Chan AMA
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Forgetting to hit record, the power going out, meeting heroes, and gaining friends. 500 episodes in, and Nathan Chan is still hungry for the next open-book conversation. In a special 500th episode of the Foundr Podcast, Chan lays everything on the table for a special AMA (ask me anything) from his favorite founders–YOU! In this episode, you’ll lear…
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Consciousness in the Age of AI with Robin Rice
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Navigating the nuanced realms of human experience and the ever-evolving field of artificial intelligence, Robin Rice dives deep into the essence of consciousness in this episode of Conscious Habit. With a storied background that spans shamanism, storytelling, and strategic consulting within the AI industry, Robin offers a multidimensional perspecti…
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498: He Lost Millions in Facebook Stock Then Built a $300M Tech Company | Noah Kagan
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If Noah Kagan hadn’t gotten fired at Facebook, his stock would be worth millions. But he wouldn’t have it any other way. In his return to the podcast, Kagan and Nathan Chan commiserate over shared founder struggles, hot takes on entrepreneurship, and how to get out of the way of your own success. Noah Kagan founded AppSumo, a digital marketplace wh…
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