Best How To Design A Toy Podcasts (2025)

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How to Create a Home You Love Even with Toddler & Baby Toys Everywhere with Caroline Klein Designs | Ep. 118 35:12

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Wanting to create a home you love, but drowning in baby and toddler toys? This episode is for you! Home Designer Caroline Klein shares simple, realistic ways to create a beautiful, functional home you actually love, even in the little years! We dive into: - Design tips for moms - How to create a beautiful home with baby and toddler toys – How to ma…

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Miracles in the Marketplace (w/ Matt Flegler) 35:16

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Visit donate.accessmore.com and give today to help fund more episodes and shows like this. On this episode, Darren sits down with Matt Flegler to hear Matt’s astonishing accounts of God’s miraculous power at work in business.By Darren Shearer: Christian Business | Entrepreneurship | Faith and Work | Leadership

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How Mommy Wine Culture Hurts Moms (Even If You Think It Doesn’t) with Set Free Sisterhood | Ep. 121 33:23

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If you’ve ever joked about “surviving motherhood" with wine or alcohol or if you feel like that evening glass is the only thing getting you through motherhood, this episode is one you’ll want in your ears... Today, we’re breaking down mommy wine culture with Set Free Sisterhood and talking about why it’s become so normalized… and why it’s quietly h…

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🎁Custard: Salted egg yolk buns and bottoms up, it’s brandy season!🍹 26:09

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Ho, ho.. oh shit the custard aisle is stacked it must be brandy custard season! Christmas and custard go hand in hand (as in… try and pry the custard carton out of our hands… we dare you)! We’re going all in on limited edition flavours, all the kinds of custard tarts and molten salted egg yolk buns. This episode is best listened to with a litre of …

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What Brands Can Learn from Disengaged Teens with Rebecca Winthrop, Senior Fellow at The Brookings Institution 1:08:38

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This episode is a little different. Instead of talking with a Chief Creative Officer or a Chief Strategy Officer about a recent ad campaign, I sit down with Rebecca Winthrop, senior fellow at The Brookings Institution and co-author of The Disengaged Teen. Together, we dive into the insights that emerged from her research with over 60,000 students, …

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#298: Why The Nee Doh Cube Nice Cube Is A Finalist For This Major Toy Award with Paul Weingard 38:07

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Can a $5 squishy toy really outsell the competition and take home a Toy of the Year award? Schylling’s CEO Paul Weingard is betting on it and honestly, the numbers are on his side. The NeeDoh Nice Cube Swirl isn’t just another sensory stress ball. It’s a Specialty Toy of the Year finalist that’s been an Amazon best seller, is selling out in stores,…

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Gunboat: Engineering Luxury Catamarans That Sail Faster Than the Wind 19:16

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What if you could build a yacht that combined the speed and efficiency of a racing craft with the grandeur of a floating villa? That was the vision founder Peter Johnstone brought to life when he launched Gunboat in 2002, creating an entirely new category of high-performance cruising catamaran. Gunboat's twin-hull design provides remarkable stabili…

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Sex, Pleasure, and Intimacy Without Extremes with Louis Brantmeyer 48:52

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In this episode of Pleasure Principles, host Pragya sits down with Louis Brantmeyer for a grounded conversation on sexual wellness, pleasure, intimacy, and nervous system regulation. They challenge two extremes. Treating pleasure like an optional “vitamin” for high-achievers, or treating orgasm and spiritualized sexuality like a cure-all for trauma…

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How to Fix Your Circadian Rhythm for Better Sleep and More Energy with Flo, the Catholic Nutritionist | Ep. 120 41:44

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Struggling with low energy, needing to survive off coffee, and seems like you never got enough sleep, even after a full night's sleep? In this episode, I’m joined by Flo, the Catholic Nutritionist, to break down circadian rhythm health in a way that’s actually doable for real moms, especially those navigating pregnancy, postpartum, and the early ye…

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🎅🏻Naughty or nice? A very snacky Christmas road test🍫 [Christmas Sugar Rush] 8:06

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Seasonal snacks are such a gamble. We take the hit for you and tell you whether they're worth snapping up at the supermarket this Christmas. We've got sweet and savoury covered. Follow us on Instagram (@ingredipedia) and TikTok (@ingredipedia) to see visuals of our weird and snacky food pursuits. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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#297: How South Beach Bubbles Became a 2-Time TOTY Finalist with Ron Weizman 29:43

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They sold out before summer, got emails from retailers and industry outsiders, and scored a back-to-back TOTY nomination… so how did they do it? In this episode of Making It in the Toy Industry, I talk with Ron Weizman of South Beach Bubbles about the strategy behind their hit product, the Galactic Color Bubble Machine. We cover what it takes to st…

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AI, Robotics, and the Labor Crisis (w/ Matthew Chang, PE) 41:44

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Visit donate.accessmore.com and give today to help fund more episodes and shows like this. On this episode, Darren sits down with Matthew Chang (Founder of Chang Robotics) to discuss AI, robotics, and the impending labor crisis from a Christian perspective.By Darren Shearer: Christian Business | Entrepreneurship | Faith and Work | Leadership

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How to Teach Your Child Independent Play (Without Feeling Guilty) with JillybeansNYC | Ep. 119 45:41

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Struggling to get your toddler to play independently? JillybeansNYC shares practical tips to encourage independent play, support toddler development, and give you a little sanity (and free time!) We dive into how to encourage independent play without stress or guilt, and I share realistic strategies for creating an environment where your toddler ca…

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🍫The Great Supermarket Chocolate Gift-Off🎁 [Christmas Sugar Rush] 20:10

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It’s last-minute gift season, and we’re entering the most fraught aisle of them all: supermarket chocolate boxes. From Ferrero Rocher to Favourites, Lindt balls to Seashells, we analyse what each box says about you. Which ones pass the test and which ones will be regifted for eternity? Don't even think about buying half-price chocolate boxes before…

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How Can Mindfulness And Nervous System Healing Rewrite Your Identity And Leadership As A Woman? With Gabriela Popescu 19:01

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In this episode of Pleasure Principles, host Avik sits down with transformational coach and spiritual mentor Gabriela Popescu to unpack how mindfulness and nervous system healing can literally rewrite your identity, health, and self leadership. Gabriela breaks down burnout, people pleasing and self betrayal as nervous system responses, not personal…

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Can Age-Gap Marriages Really Last Long Term and Stay Passionate in Real Life? with Judy Gaman 29:19

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In this episode of Pleasure Principles, host Sana sits down with CEO, author and podcaster Judy Gaman to talk about what really keeps love alive in an age-gap marriage over decades. They get specific about navigating different life stages, shifting energy levels, hormones, careers, blended families and grandkids, without pretending that love alone …

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How to transform data into compelling narratives with James Addlestone, Head of Data Arts at Saatchi and Saatchi 57:37

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Most brands use surface level data to market to superficial stereotypes. James Addlestone, on the other hand, uses data like a detective, reading between the lines of people’s survey responses and finding innovative ways to get to the truth behind their behaviors. With a background in behavioral economics and a deep appreciation for detective ficti…

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#296: ESPN Virtual Reality Experience Nominated For A Major Toy Award with Steve Rad 41:35

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What does it really take to make an ESPN-licensed toy? Imagine teaching kids about sports from inside SportsCenter. That’s exactly what Abacus Brands pulled off after 27...yes, twenty-seven licensing deals, seven TOTY nominations, and one incredibly ambitious idea. For 2025, Abacus Brands teamed up with ESPN and a roster of elite athletes to create…

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Can User Generated Sex Toy Reviews Make Pleasure Safer and More Honest with Cam Jennings of ToyChats.com? 20:51

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In this episode of Pleasure Principles, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Cam Jennings, Director of Business Development at ToyChats.com, a user generated sex toy review platform built for safety, transparency and real talk about adult pleasure products. They unpack why most people still buy toys based on packaging and guesswork, how censorship …

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🎄Pavlova trauma and Christmas pudding plot twist 🤯[Christmas Sugar Rush] 17:32

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This is part one of our three part Christmas Sugar Rush miniseries! Are you team pudding or pav? (It’s ok to be both.) We’re pulling apart two of the most divisive Christmas desserts: pavlova and Christmas pudding. There are childhood scars, strong opinions, and some seriously shocking revelations. Follow us on Instagram (@ingredipedia) and TikTok …

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Reviving Real Love in a Swipe-Left World with Jeremy Nelson 24:03

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In this powerful episode of Pleasure Principles, host Avik sits down with Jeremy Nelson, founder of MarryingAmerica.com — a revolutionary dating platform designed for people who are serious about marriage and long-term partnership. Jeremy exposes why modern dating apps are failing us, how abundance of choice has killed intention, and why the rise o…

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#295: How Sticki Rolls Went From 1 Billion Views To Toy of the Year Finalist with Lev Nelson 46:10

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What started as an inventor's pitch, evolved into a collectible phenomenon. Sky Castle Toys is showing us what happens when you combine viral content with collectibility… and it’s Sticki Rolls. Sticki Rolls is nominated for Collectible Toy Of The Year, and if you ask me, they should be the ones taking home the TOTY. (sorry Lego!) Sky Castle built a…

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The 1 Parenting Hill I’d Die On | Ep. 117 30:56

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This one’s been sitting heavy on my heart for a while. It just KEPT coming up and I finally realized, I can’t stay quiet anymore!! That’s where I’m at today. This episode isn’t a light one, but it’s one I felt called to record. I’m opening up about the one parenting hill I’d die on, and why it’s changed the way I see motherhood, social media, and t…

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Christians Who Founded First Certified Regenerative Farm in U.S. (w/ Blake and Stephanie Alexandre) 36:35

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Visit donate.accessmore.com and give today to help fund more episodes and shows like this. On this episode, Darren sits down with Blake and Stephanie Alexandre (founders of the first certified regenerative farm in the U.S.) to discuss their entrepreneurial journey and Christian business leaders’ God-given responsibility to care for the environment.…

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🍫Are Dream Balls the new Lindt Balls… and are Cheezels allowed to be flat?🧀 9:48

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Is white chocolate back from the brink of extinction? And what makes the new Cheezels-flavoured CCs different to the standard CCs? And what do these two very different snacks taste like together? These very important snack questions will be answered in this salty-sweet roadtest episode of Australia's most unhinged food podcast, Ingredipedia. Follow…

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Can Dark Romance And Kink Positive Storytelling Heal Our Shame Around Sex With Bria Rose 21:12

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Sex is one of the most natural things on the planet. Yet most of us were taught to fear it, hide it, or feel guilty for wanting it. In this episode of Pleasure Principles, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with dark romance author Bria Rose to unpack purity culture, shame, and the double standards that shape our desire. Bria shares how writing dark r…

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#294: Why the TOTY Awards Are the Oscars of the Toy Industry 10:14

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You’ve heard of the Emmys, the Oscars, and the Grammys... but what about the TOTYs? In this episode, we’re going to dive into the TOTY (Toy of the Year) Awards and why they’re a huge deal if you're in the toy industry. I’m breaking down exactly how to get nominated, how to time your launch for max award potential, and how a TOTY nod can boost your …

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Rewriting the Rules of Sport and Motherhood with Katie Dreke, Global Brand Strategy Consultant 1:08:26

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Katie Dreke has always been a rough and tumble explorer, ever since she was a kid. From early childhood days, she wanted to do all the things the boys in her neighborhood were doing - jumping bikes off of ramps, playing in treehouses, reading science fiction - but she quickly realized that the world was always trying to steer her in another directi…

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ARCA Dynamics: Mapping the Cosmos to Prevent Catastrophic Space Collisions 25:51

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Space is becoming dangerously crowded. With Goldman Sachs predicting 70,000 low Earth orbit satellites could launch in just the next five years, the risk of catastrophic collisions is escalating rapidly. Unlike cars or planes, satellites have no drivers on board to react in real-time, making precise orbital tracking absolutely essential. Enter ARCA…

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Vaccines & Kids: How to Make Informed Decisions Without the Fear with Dr. Joel Warsh | Ep. 116 40:33

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What if there was a way to make INFORMED, CONFIDENT decisions without fear or judgment? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Joel “Gator” Warsh, a board certified integrative pediatrician, to talk about vaccines, open communication with your doctor, and how to approach these conversations from a place of curiosity rather than fear. We talk through …

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🍫Violet Crumble: Peanut butter to protein powder… why is it suddenly everywhere?👀 15:07

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Is Violet Crumble the most prolific brand in the supermarket? It just may be. This week we investigate how a once-niche Australian chocolate bar quietly took over every supermarket aisle – from ice-cream toppings to muesli bars to protein powder (wtf). We taste-test the elusive peanut-butter Violet Crumble, question its cultural status, and ask the…

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Is Loneliness a Public Health Crisis—and How Do We Design Tech that Forces Real Connection? | Gabor Kadas 22:11

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On Pleasure Principles (a Healthy Mind By Avik™ show), Avik gets tactical about the loneliness epidemic with Gabor Kadas, CEO of Friending, Inc. We unpack why “always online” still feels empty, the health toll of isolation, and what it takes to engineer an app that pushes people off their phones and into real life—10-message caps, 30-day “meet IRL”…

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Faith-First Entrepreneurship (w/ Stefanie Gass) 37:11

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Visit donate.accessmore.com and give today to help fund more episodes and shows like this. On this episode, Darren sits down with Stefanie Gass to discuss her faith-first entrepreneurial journey as podcast coach, boy mom, and seven-figure CEO.By Darren Shearer: Christian Business | Entrepreneurship | Faith and Work | Leadership

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Screen Time for Kids: How Much Is Too Much (and What to Do Instead) with The Screen Time Consultant | Ep. 115 1:04:53

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If you’ve ever wondered how much screen time is too much, or felt mom guilt about letting your toddler watch TV so you could get a moment of peace, this episode is for you!! In this episode, I chat with Emily Cherkin, The Screen Time Consultant, about how much screen time is too much, what it does to your child’s brain, and how to create healthy te…

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How do couples redefine intimacy when chronic illness changes everything? — Lisa Gray 19:55

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On Pleasure Principles, host Avik gets tactical about intimacy beyond sex when chronic illness enters the chat. Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Lisa Gray, who lives with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, lays out an actionable playbook: separate sex from intimacy, center attunement over performance, and rebuild connection through presence, curiosity, an…

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🫢Asparagus: What it means if your wee smells & vintage appetizers🥂 22:38

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Ever wondered why asparagus makes your wee smell weird? Or what women were serving at fancy bridge parties in the 1920s? This episode covers both. We revisit the golden age of tinned asparagus (in two forms) and uncover why this diva of the vegetable world demands your respect. [00:52] Vintage dinner party recipe [6:05] The mysteries of asparagus w…

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Transforming Olipop into a $2B Brand using The Happiness Advantage with Mark Lester from Squint 49:52

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What do David Bowie lyrics, childhood memories of soda, and gut health all have in common? For Mark Lester, co-founder of the brand consultancy Squint, they’re part of a deeper exploration into how happiness shapes behavior and how brands can use that insight to grow. Prior to starting squint, Mark spent 15 years in the advertising industry, sharin…

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#293: How I Landed On Brand with Jimmy Fallon and Pitched National Campaigns 26:51

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In spring 2025 I was invited to join On Brand with Jimmy Fallon as 1 of 10 creatives selected to pitch national campaigns to major brands on national TV. Since the episodes aired, my DMs have been full of the same questions: how did I get on the show, what was it really like, and what do I think of Jimmy Fallon? This week on Making It In The Toy In…

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Toddler Constipation: How to Prevent It, What’s Normal & When to See a Doctor with Dr. Caitlin O'Connor | Ep. 114 45:26

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Is your toddler struggling with constipation, withholding poop, or afraid to go? You’re not alone!! and it’s so common in the toddler years, so let's figure out WHAT TO DO ABOUT IT! In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Caitlin O’Connor (a holistic family doctor and mom) to unpack what’s really going on with your child’s digestion and how to natural…

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❄️Nat Thaipun hosts freezer dinner parties and thinks bananas are overrated🍌 23:30

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Ever wanted to make a Thai style Bunnings sausage? Or pimp your tinned sardines Thai-style? Since winning Masterchef, Nat Thaipun has worked with Jamie Oliver and some of the world’s best restaurants and now she has a (seriously beautiful) cook book Thai: Anywhere and Everywhere. In this interview, Emily and Ben find out the stories behind the dish…

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How Couples Can Stop Fighting About Money: Financial Intimacy, Nervous System Triggers & Real-World Tools with Jennifer Edwards, CFP® 25:19

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On Pleasure Principles, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Certified Financial Planner Jennifer Edwards to cut through myths about “money fights.” Jennifer explains why arguments are rarely about dollars and almost always about childhood narratives, nervous system activation, and mismatched values. You’ll learn a step-by-step way to start money c…

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#292: Toy Creators Academy Accelerator Coaching Call with Durratussharaf 33:29

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You’ve got a product idea that means the world to you… maybe it’s cultural, personal, or rooted in your own childhood traditions. But making it retail-ready without losing your mission? That’s the challenge. In this episode of Making It in the Toy Industry, I’m coaching Durrat, Toy Creators Academy alum, Accelerator grad, and founder of Dcraftsourc…

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Reigniting Desire with the Four Intimacies: Practical Rituals for Real Connection with Dr. Amy & Roy Clark 31:49

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On this episode of Pleasure Principles, host Avik Chakraborty speaks with Dr. Amy and Roy Clark about building durable relationships through the Four Intimacies—verbal, emotional, physical, and spiritual. We unpack what authentic verbal intimacy sounds like beyond logistics, how to read and match emotions without oversharing, and why security fuels…

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How to Build a $1B Software Business Start to Finish (He did it) | Cameron Zoub - Whop 1:22:37

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Cameron Zoub is the Co-founder and CGO of Whop. Whop is a social commerce platform designed for creators, entrepreneurs, and small businesses to build, market, and sell products online. Whop is backed by Peter Thiel, Kevin O'leary and Cory Levy. Build apps with Whop - https://docs.whop.com/apps/introduction/?a=thebrettway Launch your business on Wh…

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$30 Million Company w/ Half Ex-Convicts (w/ Scott Gates) 45:05

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Visit donate.accessmore.com and give today to help fund more episodes and shows like this. On this episode, Darren sits down with Scott Gates (President of Awake Window & Door Co.) to discuss his company’s bold hiring model: more than half its workforce is made up of formerly incarcerated individuals.…