Welcome to Eating Glass! It's a podcast where we ask startup founders the questions no one else will. Our goal? Reveal what it's actually like to start, scale, and exit a company. Hosted by Joe Lemay, who bootstrapped his reusable notebook company Rocketbook to a $50M exit and Will Nitze, Founder/CEO at IQBAR, a nutrition company he's taken to $40M+ in annual revenue.
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On this podcast, Chris Savage, Wistia's CEO and loudest talker, turns up the volume on insightful conversations with other SaaS founders, marketers, and media creatives. Join us for discussions with industry experts as they share the hilarious, informative, and challenging aspects of growing businesses, building brands, and creating unforgettable content.
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Product Management Leaders share stories, advice, and thoughts on all things product over a cup of coffee. ☕️ Grab a cup of joe and join us to level up your product career.
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188. Impact-Driven Product Management w/(Matt LeMay)
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This week on Product Coffee, Kevin Gentry talks with Matt LeMay, a product leader, consultant, and author known for his work with Google, Mailchimp, Spotify, and Bitly. Matt shares his journey from musician and music journalist to product management, highlighting how his communication and team-building skills from his music career translated into t…
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Your New Favorite Health App with Anand Sharma, CEO of Gyroscope
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Chris Savage has spent the better part of a decade obsessing over Gyroscope, an app that lets you track and improve everything about your health. He’s sung the app's praises for helping him create healthy habits, and if you’ve been in his vicinity, he’s almost certainly showed you his Gyroscope dashboard. But it wasn’t until recently that Chris fin…
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Kevin Gentry chats with Phil Hornby, a product leader and coach with over 20 years of experience. Phil shares insights on collaboration, context-driven leadership, and the significance of coaching workshops. He discusses his journey from an engineer to a product manager and leader and provides valuable advice on effective decision-making, team empo…
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Go-To-Market Therapy with HubSpot’s CMO, Kipp Bodnar
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Ever wish you could have a go-to-market therapy session with one of the most seasoned marketers in the biz? We have, and lucky for us, the B2B doctor was in! On this week’s episode of Talking Too Loud, Chris gets some sage advice from HubSpot’s Chief Marketing Officer, Kipp Bodnar, on the best ways to market platforms vs. point solutions. The pair …
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Tom First (Nantucket Nectars & Culture Pop) | Juicing a $100M Beverage Brand
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We delve into the journey of Tom First, founder of Nantucket Nectars & Culture Pop. Discover the challenges and triumphs of building a beloved brand, the importance of authenticity in product development, and the lessons learned from navigating the beverage industry. Tom shares his experiences from the early days of creating a juice company that re…
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186. Strategies for AI-Driven Product Management (w/Ian Cairns)
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This week on Product Coffee, Kevin interviews Ian Cairns, CEO & Co-Founder of Freeplay, a company that helps product teams with generative AI. Ian talks about his career journey, challenges of using AI in product development, evolving product management roles, and the importance of hands-on experimentation. He also explains how Freeplay supports te…
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Mike Beckham (Simple Modern) | Missionary turned $225M drink-ware mogul
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Join us as we sit down with Mike Beckham, the co-founder and CEO of Simple Modern, a company that has gone from challenger to incumbent in the drinkware industry with a unique blend of style, quality, and philanthropy. Mike shares his journey from the nonprofit world to building a $250M+ profitable business, emphasizing the importance of mission-dr…
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Consistency is King with Noah Kagan, Author of Million Dollar Weekend
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Lore has it that in 2010, Noah Kagan, entrepreneur, Youtuber, and taco aficionado, founded AppSumo over a single weekend, spending $60 on a developer and a domain name. Today it’s an 8-figure business. On this episode of Talking Too Loud, Chris and Sylvie caught up with Noah to talk about consistency as a practice, finding creative inspiration outs…
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This week, we are welcoming, Hannah Clark! A renowned content strategist and host of The Product Manager Podcast. Hannah shares her unconventional career journey from tech to content, and how she combined both worlds at her current tech-focused media company. They delve into Hannah's experiences with startups, discussing the challenges of scaling t…
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184. Navigating the Startup Journey (w/Elliott Poppel)
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In this episode of Product Coffee, Kevin Gentry sits down with Elliott Poppel, a seasoned entrepreneur with a diverse background in venture capital, ad tech, and product management. Elliott shares his career trajectory, highlighting pivotal moments from his early days at a VC firm, his leadership role in pivoting App.io to a successful acquisition,…
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The Talking Too Loud 100th Episode Extravaganza
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When a podcast that launched during the pandemic reaches its 100 episode, there’s only one thing to do: flip the script and put the host in the hot seat! On this special edition of Talking Too Loud, Wistia’s CEO and loudest talker goes on a zany interview adventure as he answers 100 questions while navigating a surprise tour of Boston during a heat…
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183. The Two-Hour Design Sprint (w/Teresa Cain)
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In this episode of Product Coffee, Kevin Gentry interviews Teresa Cain, an award-winning FinTech product director renowned for pioneering the two-hour design sprint. Teresa discusses her method for condensing the traditional five-day design sprint into a two-hour session, detailing its efficiency and effectiveness. She reflects on her journey, the …
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Peter Rahal (RXBAR & David Protein) | The $600M Man Gets Back Into Bars
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Joe and Will sit down with Peter Rahal, co-founder of RXBAR, to delve into his journey from a challenging school experience to creating one of the most iconic protein bars on the market. Peter shares how early adversity shaped his relentless drive, the innovative approach behind RXBAR's success, and the pivotal moments that led to a $600 million ex…
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Talking Too Loud Mini - 100th Episode Coming Soon
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In this mini-episode of Talking Too Loud, Chris and Sylvie share their excitement about an upcoming milestone: their 100th show! They reminisce about their podcast journey so far, and offer a sneak peek at what's in store for the centennial celebration. Follow Talking Too Loud on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingtooloudpod/ Subscribe: wi…
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182. Lessons on Product Leadership & Transformation (w/Nick Jemetta)
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This week on Product Coffee ☕️... Join host Kevin Gentry as he interviews Nick Jemetta, a distinguished product coach and mental health advocate, renowned for his outcome-focused approach in product management. With over a decade in the field, Nick shares his journey from telco to retail, through transformative experiences at companies like BT, Arg…
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Anne Mahlum (SolidCore) | Non-Profit to $100M+ Fitness Phenom
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In this episode of Eating Glass, we sit down with Anne Mahlum, founder of Back on My Feet and SolidCore. Anne shares her incredible journey from growing up in North Dakota with an addict father, to starting a running club for the homeless, and ultimately building a nationwide fitness empire. Discover how Anne’s personal struggles fueled her drive t…
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Show Me The Money Words with Copywriting Expert Joanna Wiebe
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In marketing, words matter. They inspire and explain, but according to conversion copywriting expert Joanna Wiebe, their main goal is to persuade. On the latest episode of Talking Too Loud, Savage and Sylvie sit down with the brilliant mind behind Copyhackers and the Copy Chief at CH Agency to learn about the art and science of crafting copy that d…
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181. Effective Design & Empowered Teams (w/Scot Przybylski)
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In this episode of Product Coffee, Kevin Gentry interviews Scot Przybylski, a seasoned designer and product manager with extensive experience in UX and product design. Scot discusses his journey from graphic design to UX design, his work with notable companies like Dish Network and Pivotal Labs, and the challenges and strategies involved in transfo…
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Will Nitze (IQBAR) | Blitzscaling Brain Food to $50M+/year
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We're getting meta as Joe interviews Will! Will Nitze is the founder and CEO of nutrition company IQBar. He shares his unconventional journey of growing his CPG business. Will discusses the importance of focusing on operational excellence and scaling quickly by taking calculated risks. He also dives into his contrarian approach to hiring, fundraisi…
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Chris Hunter (Four Loko & Koia) | An Alcohol Icon Hard-Pivots to Health
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Chris Hunter, of Four Loko & Koia, shares his wild entrepreneurial journey. From the meteoric rise and regulatory battles of Four Loko to launching the plant-based protein drink Koia, Chris gets personal about the challenges of building businesses in highly regulated industries. He discusses lessons learned from tumultuous business partnerships, th…
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Growing Wistia Live with Senior Product Manager, Yooni Choi and Product Marketing Manager, Jean Merlain
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Product launches are full of fanfare, but what happens after the big unveiling? How do you retain customers? How do you incorporate feedback? And how do you make sure you’re communicating the latest features the product offers? These are just some of the questions that Chris and Sylvie get into on the latest episode of Talking Too Loud. Alongside W…
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Sean Riley (DUDE Wipes) | The $150M+ Man Wiping America’s Asses
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Sean Riley, CEO and co-founder of Dude Wipes, shares the story of how he and his friends started the company from their apartment with the goal of creating a better way to wipe. He discusses the challenges of bootstrapping the business, building the bold and irreverent Dude Wipes brand, and scaling the company to over $150 million in revenue. Sean …
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Chris Savage (Wistia) | Building a $100M Software Startup from Scratch
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In this episode of Eating Glass, we dive into the rollercoaster journey of Chris Savage, co-founder and CEO of Wistia, as he takes us behind the scenes of building a successful video marketing platform from scratch. From failed viral ideas, living on a shoestring budget to discovering product-market fit and growing a loyal customer base, Chris shar…
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The AI Video Revolution with Wistia’s Head of Production, Chris Lavigne
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When Apple released the iPhone X in 2017, Chris Lavigne, video aficionado and Wistia’s Head of Production, knew that its combination of advanced camera technology, powerful processing capabilities, and innovative features would fundamentally transform mobile video filming. Today, Lavigne, like many content creators out there, has found himself smac…
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180. Building A Product-Led Lifestyle Business (w/Gleb Gordeev)
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In this episode of Product Coffee, Gleb Gordeev is on the show to share his journey in product management, from working in Germany to founding his product agency, CodeBusters, in Bali. Gleb discusses the challenges and rewards of building a remote lifestyle business, his approach to product management, leveraging no-code tools for rapid product dev…
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Pete Maldonado (CHOMPS) | From Bankruptcy to Meat Stick Mania
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In this episode of Eating Glass, Pete Maldonado, co-founder and co-CEO of CHOMPS, shares his entrepreneurial journey from hitting rock bottom to building a successful meat snack brand. From bootstrapping with just $6,500 to navigating existential crises during COVID-19, Pete offers candid insights on focus, innovation, and the importance of people …
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179. The Curly Paths to Product Success (w/Kenan Akbas)
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In this episode of Product Coffee, Kenan, a seasoned entrepreneur with a rich background spanning from traditional Chinese medicine to technology, shares his unconventional journey into the world of startups and product management. Initially starting in the health and wellness space, Kenan co-founded Unified Practice, an EHR tailored for Chinese me…
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Building a Reusable Notebook Empire with Entrepreneur Joe Lemay
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Do startup founders have to be a little bit nutty? That’s just one of the questions Savage and Sylvie kicked around with Talking Too Loud guest Joe Lemay, the jiu-jitsu-loving entrepreneur and co-founder of Rocketbook. On this week’s episode, learn how an airplane epiphany, coupled with a deep belief in the product viability of reusable notebooks, …
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Joe Lemay (Rocketbook) | Microwaving Notebooks to $50M
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Ever dream of taking a wild product idea and turning it into a $50 million exit? Your co-host (and today's guest) Joe Lemay did just that with Rocketbook. His initial idea was an app to digitize whiteboards in real-time. When that didn't pan out, Joe pivoted hard - creating the Rocketbook, a reusable notebook you could literally microwave to erase …
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178. Transform Your Product Craft (w/Marty Cagan)
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In this episode of Product Coffee, we have the privilege of hosting Marty Cagan, a renowned expert in product management. Marty dives into the key ideas from his latest book 'Transformed' and shares invaluable insights with our listeners. Throughout the conversation, Marty explores the significance of case studies, addresses common objections, and …
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Mike Fata (Manitoba Harvest) | Building a $419M “Hempire”
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Mike Fata, founder of Manitoba Harvest, shares his incredible journey from high school dropout to building a $419 million hemp empire. Discover the lessons he learned while navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship, from humble beginnings to scaling a business, managing successful exits, and embracing servant leadership. Mike's insights on pass…
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Preston Rutherford (Chubbies Shorts) | Small Shorts, BIG Exit
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Welcome to the first episode of Eating Glass! In this inaugural episode, ho sts Will Nitze and Joe Lemay sit down with founder Preston Rutherford to dive into his journey starting his company ‘Chubbies’ and how he (and his friends) pioneered some of the raddest, most weekend-built gear ever. From the benefits (and drawbacks) he experienced by havin…
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The Art of Advertising with Creative Director Lia Khayami Quiñones
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As the title of the podcast suggests, Savage and Sylvie can get pretty loud about a lot of things: starting and scaling companies, building amazing products, cold plunges. The content on the show really runs the gamut. But this week, the thing they’re talking way too loud about is great ads. The ones that make us laugh, cry, and yes, even buy. So t…
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177. Mastering Your Career Path (w/Noah Schutte)
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This week, we're thrilled to share an awesome chat with Noah Schutte, not just an entrepreneur, but also a software engineer, and technical recruiter. Noah takes us through his vibrant career journey, sharing a wealth of insights into product management, software engineering, and recruitment. He warmly recounts his first steps into entrepreneurship…
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The Marketing and Sales Alignment with New Breed’s SVP of Revenue, Jonathan Burg
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As the SVP of Revenue at New Breed, the premier marketing, sales, and service agency focused on holistic growth, Jonathan Burg does, well, a little bit of everything. We’re talking marketing, sales, partnerships, and RevOps! While some may treat these efforts as distinct and separate, others have gravitated towards a different approach. On the late…
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On this week’s episode of Product Coffee, Kevin and Lou talk about the future impact of generative AI on product management. They delve into how emerging technologies, particularly generative AI, are simplifying coding and potentially strategy formulation, altering the landscape for product managers. The conversation covers the ability of AI to gen…
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