Best Stephen Lease Podcasts (2024)

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Stephen Lease, CEO and Co-Founder of Goodr, on How Failure Fuels Success 39:23

3d ago39:23

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Stephen Lease, CEO and Co-Founder of Goodr, shares his journey from early challenges to leading a thriving company known for its stylish and affordable sunglasses. Passionate about running, Stephen saw a problem that needed fixing: affordable, quality glasses for runners. Embracing failure as a stepping stone, he turned setbacks into opportunities,…

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How to Feel Satisfied, When You Always Want More 37:38

20m ago37:38

37:38

Andrew Wilkinson went from barista to billionaire, and often wonders: When does it feel like he's accomplished enough? It's why he wrote his new book, "Never Enough." In this deep and personal conversation, we explore what it means to constantly want more, and how to find satisfaction in your accomplishments.…

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Ep. 24 - Open Hardware Licenses ft. Thea Flowers 1:25:21

2d ago1:25:21

1:25:21

What does it mean to license something in a way that works for you and your project? Does this fall under copyright or a patent? (The answer may surprise you!) The president of the Open Source Hardware Association, Thea Flowers, stopped by to school us on open hardware licensing, and it was much needed. We start by going over the scope of permissiv…

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Scaling Sweet Success: The Tres Lecheria Journey 43:01

2d ago43:01

43:01

Host Emily Washcovick sits down with Vincent Berretta, co-owner of Tres Lecheria, to discuss their journey from a small bakery to a wholesale supplier for grocery chains. Vincent shares valuable lessons on budgeting, funding, and scaling a business, emphasizing the importance of financial strength for stability and growth. Discover how Tres Lecheri…

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Learning as You go When Starting Your Business 32:59

2d ago32:59

32:59

Jill W. Fox is the Founder of Fox Social Media. Jill initially learned social media to keep an eye on her then-teenagers. In 2010, Jill founded the company after working with her children’s sports teams to run their social media pages and falling in love with the process. Now, Jill runs a six-figure company planning and managing social media for he…

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Learning as You go When Starting Your Business 33:00

2d ago33:00

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Jill W. Fox is the Founder of Fox Social Media. Jill initially learned social media to keep an eye on her then-teenagers. In 2010, Jill founded the company after working with her children’s sports teams to run their social media pages and falling in love with the process. Now, Jill runs a six-figure company planning and managing social media for he…

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Liza Amlani (Retail Strategy Group): Latest Retail Developments 19:27

3d ago19:27

19:27

Craig and Liza Amlani, Principal and Founder of Retail Strategy Group, discuss the arrival of La Maison Simons in downtown Toronto and its potential impact on the retail landscape. They explore how the new stores at Yonge and Dundas will influence shopping habits, tourism, and local retail dynamics. Simons’ diverse product assortment, combining pri…

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Investors Told Her No, Then Gave Her $10K. What Just Happened? 28:26

3d ago28:26

28:26

This episode of may be about child-centric products, but no one is kidding around when it comes to cash. Contestants came ready with serious pitches — and serious funding requests. Will anyone score the hundreds of thousands they're seeking to grow their business? There are many factors at play that can sway an investor's decision, including this c…

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Stephen Lease, CEO and Co-Founder of Goodr, on How Failure Fuels Success 39:22

3d ago39:22

39:22

Stephen Lease, CEO and Co-Founder of Goodr, shares his journey from early challenges to leading a thriving company known for its stylish and affordable sunglasses. Passionate about running, Stephen saw a problem that needed fixing: affordable, quality glasses for runners. Embracing failure as a stepping stone, he turned setbacks into opportunities,…

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#295: Priscila Martinez – Public Relations A-Lister, Founder of The Brand Agency 45:51

3d ago45:51

45:51

Priscila Martinez, the Founder and CEO of The Brand Agency, joins the show to share her journey from the world’s most beautiful college campus to starting the award-winning PR agency that works with Fortune 5 clients and celebrities. Hear how to work with bigger clients, how to land big features as a startup, the best way to pitch press, how to kee…

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Teds thoughts with Martin Kuczmarski 50:45

5d ago50:45

50:45

Martin had a passion at an early age for hospitality and was even urged by his father to make a career out of it. His Polish discipline along with his Italian flair stood him in good stead. Working internationally, Martin found his home at Soho House where he helped grow the business from three houses to over 60 as COO. In his own new book part of …

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When Celebrity Chef Joe Flamm Got His First Taste of Food TV, He Knew The Spotlight Was For Him. 29:28

4d ago29:28

29:28

Chef Joe Flamm is the culinary director of Day Off Group, which runs popular Chicago restaurants Rose Mary and BLVD Steakhouse. He is also the winner of Top Chef. Early on, he learned the importance of telling stories whether on TV or social media. Listen now to learn about becoming a celebrity chef, perfecting Balkan cuisine, and keeping it real o…

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#191 Rebuilding value after an administration with Oliver Lee, CFO at Flash Pack 36:05

4d ago36:05

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#191 Rebuilding value after an administration with Oliver Lee Oliver Lee, the CFO at Flash Pack, sits down with Kevin Appleby to discuss his career journey and the challenges of leading a travel start-up through the COVID-19 pandemic. The discussion begins with Oliver’s background in public accounting and a previous start-up role that did not unfol…

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Find Out What People Are Really Thinking 49:18

5d ago49:18

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Why are we often unaware of problems? It's because we're not asking the right questions. Jeff Wetzler is a master of asking better questions, and teaches us how to extract the information we need from others. His new book is called "Ask: Tap Into the Hidden Wisdom of People Around You for Unexpected Breakthroughs In Leadership and Life".…

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#94: Understanding the 4 Types of Work 27:44

10d ago27:44

27:44

What are the 4 main types of work your team does? In episode #94 of CULTURE goodr, Shaun and Stephen break down the 4 types of work at goodr, the value of understanding each one, and how it influences decision-making.

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#294: Hilah Stahl – Interior Design Producer, Co-Founder of Spoak 44:59

11d ago44:59

44:59

Hilah Stahl, the Co-Founder and CEO of Spoak, joins the show to share her journey from working on bizarre reality TV shows to creating the easy online platform for interior design. Hear how to build software in a new category, identify the personas of your customers, recognize when to stop, load the dishwasher like Tetris, and the secret to making …

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#190 Developing the next generation of leaders with Dan Silberberg, CEO and Founder at ENTELECHY.Al 34:13

11d ago34:13

34:13

#190 Developing the next generation of leaders with Dan Silberberg https://open.spotify.com/episode/7ja9iPmnDeQpkhwe4YHNXD?si=GfH_5NNjRSmJFa3cBzQ_4Q Leadership development is crucial in today’s rapidly changing business landscape. Guest speaker Dan Silberberg, CEO and Founder of ENTELECHY.Al, a premier provider of customized leadership development …

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Concussion, Recovery, and the Athlete Mind with Dr. Anthony Alessi 1:45:19

11d ago1:45:19

1:45:19

Amber speaks about concussion in athletes with Anthony Alessi, MD and board-certified neurologist who specializes in neurology, neuromuscular diseases, EMG, and sports neurology. Dr. Alessi is a Clinical Professor of Neurology and Orthopedic Surgery and the Director of the NeuroSport program at the University of Connecticut, and neurologist for the…

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Ep. 23 - Making Money with Open Source Hardware 1:00:20

16d ago1:00:20

1:00:20

It is challenging to succeed with open hardware while keeping it sustainable and still making enough money to pay the bills. But there are ways to do it! In this episode, we dive into how you can succeed in doing open hardware. Plus, we talk about how vastly different open hardware is compared to open software. Do you have any questions, comments, …

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Philip Krim, Co-Founder of Casper, on How Jumping Over Hurdles and Running Through Walls Shape Great Entrepreneurs 40:26

18d ago40:26

40:26

Philip Krim, Co-Founder of Casper, shares his journey from starting his first company while still enrolled at the University of Texas to becoming a prominent entrepreneur with many success stories. Philip doesn't sugarcoat the challenges of starting and running a successful business, emphasizing that it takes a unique individual to persevere throug…

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Our Board Invested Over $250K on Crazy New Food Biz Pitches 27:38

18d ago27:38

27:38

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch is back for season 11! Our investors are ready to sink their teeth into the next big thing, so we identified three food entrepreneurs to tempt investors with tasty deals. Will they bite? Hear the episode to find out. Contestants step into the elevator and have just 60 seconds to pitch their company. If our investors like…

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Philip Krim, Co-Founder of Casper, on How Jumping Over Hurdles and Running Through Walls Shape Great Entrepreneurs 40:25

17d ago40:25

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#293: Bill Shufelt – Athletic Brewing, Non-Alcoholic Beer Guy 39:52

20d ago39:52

39:52

Bill Shufelt, the Co-Founder and CEO of Athletic Brewing Co., joins the show to share his journey from working at a top hedge fund to starting the biggest non-alcoholic craft brewery in the US. Hear how he discovered the opportunity for non-alcoholic craft beer, how to reinvent a product category, what’s driven the success of Athletic Brewing, the …

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Casdin Parr (JLL): Canada's Retail Leasing Market Trends 15:48

18d ago15:48

15:48

Craig and Casdin Parr, Vice President Retail Advisory Services at JLL Canada, discuss the current state of Canada’s retail leasing market, delving into the challenges and opportunities facing various retail sectors. They explore how high street retail in cities like Toronto and Vancouver is experiencing a resurgence, with significant openings. Parr…

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Rosanna Scotto and Jenna Ruggiero Talk How to Succeed in a Family Business 44:13

19d ago44:13

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, known for her Emmy- winning presence on Good Day New York and her daughter, are co-owners of . Marion Scotto (affectionately known as “Mama Scotto”) sparked the duo’s ambition to carve out a culinary haven. Listen now to learn about their very first food review, leveraging social media, and philanthropic efforts. Sponsored by: • TOAST - All-In-1 …

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#189 CFO and CHRO Working Together with Rachel Anevski, CEO at Matters of Management LLC 30:19

18d ago30:19

30:19

Kevin Appleby and Rachel Anevski discuss the importance of collaboration between the CFO and HR departments for organizational development and infrastructure. Rachel emphasizes the crucial role of HR in providing fractional human resource executives to support business growth. They also cover the roles of CFOs and CHROs in managing people and payro…

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Become the Leader Your Team Needs, with Jon Taffer 34:21

20d ago34:21

34:21

Jon Taffer is celebrating 250 episodes of his hit TV show Bar Rescue. In this episode, he shares how he evolved into the screaming, food-throwing guy you see on TV — and the lessons that any aspiring leader can learn from it. (It won't be what you think!) This episode is sponsored by Okta. The world’s Identity company. To learn more, visit…

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The Power of the Miracle Mentality: Tim Storey's Journey to Success 59:21

20d ago59:21

59:21

Tim Storey's Journey to Success In a world where success stories often seem distant and unattainable, Tim Storey's remarkable journey from humble beginnings in Compton, California, to becoming a renowned life coach impacting lives globally is nothing short of inspiring. In a recent podcast hosted by Jeff Fenster, Tim shared his insights on the role…

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#93: Tuesdays With Carl 18:06

25d ago18:06

18:06

In Episode #93 of CULTURE goodr, Stephen and Shaun dive into Tuesdays With Carl, our standing all-hands meeting where we connect, download important information, and celebrate all the cool sh*t we do at goodr.

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#292: Dal LaMagna – Tweezerman, Raising Eyebrows 32:29

27d ago32:29

32:29

Dal LaMagna, the Founder of Tweezerman, joins the show to share his journey from starting Tweezerman with $500 to selling the iconic tweezer business for $57 million. Hear the first person you should hire, the Equilateral Triangle of Focus for your business, why you should fear success more than failure, the best lasagna Dal LaMagna’s ever had, and…

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How this Pizza Pioneer is Building his Empire like an Athlete 47:52

26d ago47:52

47:52

is founder of legendary NYC pizzeria . Now with a frozen pizza line () he’s bringing big ideas to the industry with relentless hard work, authenticity, and strategic growth. Listen now to learn about an unorthodox approach to building a business, remaining true to goals, and building a scalable CPG brand. Sponsored by: • TOAST - All-In-1 Restaurant…

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#188 Transforming the Order to Cash Process with Lee Allen, Senior Vice President Global Sales – O2C at Corcentric 39:49

26d ago39:49

39:49

Kevin Appleby and Lee share their insights on navigating the sales world, emphasizing the importance of listening, enthusiasm, and adaptability. They discuss their career paths and the value of relating to customers and understanding their needs. The conversation also covers the evolution of invoicing from traditional methods to digitalization, the…

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Advocacy, Awareness, and Amplifying Others with Kathryn Bertine 1:42:54

27d ago1:42:54

1:42:54

Content Warning: This episode contains references to suicide and depression, with specific discussions of depression and suicidal thoughts from 12:46 to 50:15. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out for help. Text or call 988 in the U.S. or check https://findahelpline.com to find help where you are. Amber speaks with Kathryn Ber…

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How to Stand Out From Your Competitors 53:02

27d ago53:02

53:02

You're unique, so why can't customers see it? In this episode, you'll get an answer — by dropping in on a real consulting session! is an executive mentor who struggles to stand out among a sea of coaches. Brand expert helps him, and also gives you the tools to stand out from your competitors.By Entrepreneur Network Podcast

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Inspiring Journey of Marco Contreras: From Humble Beginnings to Entrepreneurial Success 37:42

27d ago37:42

37:42

Welcome to another episode of Jeff Fenster's podcast, where we dive deep into the stories of remarkable individuals who have overcome adversity and achieved great success. In today's episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Marco Contreras, a true inspiration whose journey from humble beginnings in Mexico to becoming a successful entrepreneur in th…

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Opinion: Simons Expands including Former Toronto Nordstrom 13:42

30d ago13:42

13:42

Craig and Lee discuss La Maison Simons’ ambitious expansion into Toronto, focusing on the retailer’s move into spaces vacated by Nordstrom at CF Toronto Eaton Centre and the Yorkdale Shopping Centre. With a $75 million investment, Simons plans to open two new stores which could become the top-sellers in the chain. The expansion reflects Simons’ str…

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Ep. 22 - Pricing Your Product 1:00:10

1M ago1:00:10

1:00:10

Pricing your product can be a daunting task. Set the price too high, and you risk alienating potential customers. Set it too low, and you may find yourself struggling to sustain your business. While there's no "one-size-fits-all" formula, our experience in this field has given us some perspective on how to approach it! Adafruit Blog Post: https://l…

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Building a Strong Online Presence: Tips from Previous Guests 20:05

1M ago20:05

20:05

Host Emily Washcovick kicks off Season 3 with a recap of her favorite themes and takeaways from the last 50 episodes. Discover insights from business owners and customers on creating exceptional experiences, the importance of engaging with Yelp, and how to leverage reviews for growth. Tune in for practical advice and inspiring stories from diverse …

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The Game-Changing Grant That Has Tech Startups Flocking to Wisconsin 32:13

1M ago32:13

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Need funding to launch or grow your business? Meet two founders who successfully took an often-overlooked approach to fundraising: grants. Jessica Martin Eckerly, CEO and co-founder of Forward BIOLABS, and Alex Tyink, co-founder of Fork Farms, each received transformative awards from WEDC, the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation. And on this…

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The Game-Changing Grant That Has Tech Startups Flocking to Wisconsin 32:14

1M ago32:14

32:14

Need funding to launch or grow your business? Meet two founders who successfully took an often-overlooked approach to fundraising: grants. Jessica Martin Eckerly, CEO and co-founder of Forward BIOLABS, and Alex Tyink, co-founder of Fork Farms, each received transformative awards from WEDC, the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation. And on this…

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Kwamane Liddell, Founder of Thrive Link, on Innovating Healthcare Access For a Better Future 40:29

1M ago40:29

40:29

Kwamane Liddell, Founder of Thrive Link, 2024 American Nurses Association Innovation Award Winner, shares his journey from trauma nurse to accomplished business leader and healthcare lawyer. Witnessing the impact of barriers to social determinants of health, he created ThriveLink, which empowers families to enroll in health insurance, food stamps, …

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Kwamane Liddell, Founder of Thrive Link, on Innovating Healthcare Access For a Better Future 40:27

1M ago40:27

40:27

Kwamane Liddell, Founder of Thrive Link, 2024 American Nurses Association Innovation Award Winner, shares his journey from trauma nurse to accomplished business leader and healthcare lawyer. Witnessing the impact of barriers to social determinants of health, he created ThriveLink, which empowers families to enroll in health insurance, food stamps, …

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#291: Stephen Lease – Sunglasses Spirit Animal, Co-Founder of goodr 44:45

1M ago44:45

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Stephen Lease, the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Octopus of goodr, joins the show to share his journey from ultradistance marathons to creating the best running sunglasses ever invented. Hear how a 100-miler works, how he comes up with goodr’s iconic designs and names, how to grow your flock of flamingos aka your team, how to create a fun place to…

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How the New Creator Economy is Transforming Wine and Food Festivals 33:51

1M ago33:51

33:51

is Chief Communications Officer for and founder of the South Beach and New York Wine & Food Festivals powered by the Food Network. Listen now to learn about the origins of SOBEWFF and the new FoodieCon, running large events, and adapting to social media trends. Sponsored by: • TOAST - All-In-1 Restaurant POS: • OVATION - Guest Feedback Platform:…

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#187 The Relationship Between CMO and CFO with Alan Gonsenhauser, Founder and CEO at Demand Revenue 34:37

1M ago34:37

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Kevin Appleby and Alan Gonsenhauser discuss the importance of collaboration between CMOs and CFOs in aligning metrics and growth strategies. They emphasize the need for a common understanding of modern marketing and its value to the organization, as well as establishing a customer culture within the business. They also discuss the importance of usi…

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