Best Alex and Ariana Podcasts (2025)

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From No Dates to Feeling Truly Seen and Accepted: Kirk's Story 1:00:43

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💔 How can you find someone to date when dating apps aren't working for you, and all you do is work, stay at home, and meet with the same D&D group or spend full days with one single person at a time playing Warhammer? 🧌 In this episode, Kirk shared his challenges to date as a single nerd 😰 Like many people, he was promised that "if you focus on you…

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580: (Solo) How I Landed Richard Branson in My First 4 Months of Business (You Can Too) 7:53

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Four months into starting Foundr, I landed an interview with billionaire entrepreneur Richard Branson — without connections, without experience, and while building my very first business from scratch. In this episode, I break down the exact networking and outreach strategy I used to connect with one of the world’s most famous founders, plus how you…

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Breaking Down Billionaires Club: Olamide, Wizkid & Darkoo 29:27

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In this episode of Neon Music Vibes, we dive into Billionaires Club by Olamide featuring Wizkid and Darkoo, a track that blends star power with cultural resonance. We explore how the collaboration captures ambition, lifestyle, and rhythm in ways only these artists can deliver. From Wizkid’s smooth vocal presence to Darkoo’s edge and Olamide’s lyric…

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579: The Strategy That Made NYX a Household Name | Toni Ko (Best of Foundr) 46:08

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In this episode, Toni Ko, founder of NYX Cosmetics, shares how she built one of the fastest-growing cosmetics brands in the world—scaling from a $250,000 investment to a $500M exit to L’Oréal. She reveals: • How she turned 18 SKUs into millions of units sold in year one • The simple packaging strategy that disrupted the beauty industry • Why she av…

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Training with Chronic Disease(s) - With Ariana and Mike 1:30:12

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Ariana Scalfo and Mike Thompson sit down to discuss their personal experiences training with, around, and sometimes despite, their chronic conditions. How do they handle being disabled sometimes, and only in specific ways? How do they (try) to avoid flares, and what do those flares look like? How do these conditions affect their mental health and i…

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578: (Solo) The Wake-Up Call That Changed How I Work 10:56

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I almost walked away from Foundr. Not because the business wasn’t working—but because I wasn’t. In this episode, I’m sharing the truth about burnout. After seven years of building nonstop, I hit a wall—mentally, emotionally, and physically. What followed was one of the hardest seasons of my entrepreneurial journey. But it also forced me to change e…

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Can Your Home Regulate Your Nervous System? Beyond Decluttering with Britt Gaudio 45:14

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Clutter isn’t just physical, it’s emotional. In today’s episode of Your Cup of Joy, I’m joined by Britt Gaudio, professional organizer, decluttering coach, and the heart behind Well Nested Living, to explore what it really means to create a home that supports your nervous system, not just your to-do list. Get ready for a chat that goes far beyond t…

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John Fogerty on Creedence's Origins and Much More 55:25

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John Fogerty goes deep on Creedence Clearwater Revival's roots, mortality, A.I., Springsteen vs. Trump, and much more in an interview with host Brian Hiatt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Rolling Stone

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577: The Genius Referral Model Behind Burst’s Multi-Million Dollar Brand (Best of Foundr) 42:49

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Brittany Stewart turned toothbrushes into a breakout DTC success story—co-founding one of America’s fastest-growing eCommerce brands: Burst Oral Care. In this episode, she shares how Burst launched at dental conventions, scaled through hygienist word-of-mouth, and partnered with A-list influencers like Khloé & Kim Kardashian—all while keeping produ…

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NASHVILLE NOW: Lukas Nelson Finds His Zen 36:13

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Welcome back to Nashville Now. This week our Host & Senior Editor, Joseph Hudak, fills us in on the latest trends in Country music, from artists going sober and focusing on their spirituality, to others opening up new Honky Tonks and bars in a city near you. We’re also joined by Lukas Nelson, the legendary musician and son of Willie Nelson, to talk…

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Dating In The Tolkien Association, with Jose 21:55

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👯 What does dating within a nerd community look like? Finding a group you're comfortable with can help you "just be yourself" and find your Player 2. 🙌 It also means you'll be enjoying yourself until that happens, which makes you more attractive! 🧙‍♂️ In this episode, Jose and I discuss what it was like to date within the Argentine Tolkien Associat…

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576: (Solo) This One Trademark Mistake Nearly Killed My Business - Here's What I Learnt 9:07

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I got sued just a few months into starting Foundr—and it nearly crushed everything I was building. In this short episode, I’m sharing the full story behind how I was forced to change the name of my business, the legal mistakes I made, and the surprising reasons it turned out to be the best thing that ever happened to me. If you’re launching a brand…

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The Life and Music of Ozzy Osbourne, from Black Sabbath to Ozzfest 55:44

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We look back at Ozzy Osbourne's wild journey, with Kory Grow joining host Brian Hiatt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Rolling Stone

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575: Ty Haney on Being Ousted From Her Own Company: The Lesson's Learnt & How to Bounce Back 51:28

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In this episode, Ty Haney, founder of Outdoor Voices, shares how she turned her public downfall into the blueprint for an even bigger comeback—building multiple new brands and redefining how community drives growth. She reveals: • How she built Outdoor Voices into a $100M cult brand by age 30 • Why the DTC playbook failed—and what she’s doing diffe…

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NASHVILLE NOW: Dusty Slay Declares What Is and Isn’t Country 35:14

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Join Rolling Stone Senior Editor Joseph Hudak on NASHVILLE NOW as he dives deep into all things Gavin Adcock, as well as the legacy and influence of Ozzy Osbourne and heavy metal on country music. This week, comedian Dusty Slay joins us to talk about his new Netflix special Wet Heat, tell us why George Strait music is the perfect antidote for when …

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Breastfeeding Isn’t Just About Milk: Breaking Down Nursing Myths & Postpartum Support with Abby McKenzie 44:14

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In this episode of Your Cup of Joy, I’m joined by the incredible Abby McKenzie: lactation consultant, doula, childbirth educator, and sleep specialist. Abby was one of my own supporters during my postpartum journey, and I couldn’t be more thrilled to bring her wisdom to this space. Together, we dive into the messy, beautiful, and often misunderstoo…

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2025's Best Indie Rock, From Alex G to Horsegirl to Geese 38:13

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We go deep on the best indie rock of 2025 so far, touching on acts from Lifeguard to Wet Leg to Japanese Breakfast. Simon Vozick-Levinson joins host Brian Hiatt for the discussion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Rolling Stone

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574: He's Building a $250M+ Business That Measures Success in Lives Saved | Andrew Lacy 51:55

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In this episode, Andrew Lacy, founder of Prenuvo, shares how he went from two startup exits to building one of the fastest-growing health tech companies in the world—revolutionizing preventative healthcare with full-body MRI scans. He reveals: • Why most healthcare systems are reactive and backwards—and how Prenuvo flips it • How Prenuvo scaled fro…

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NASHVILLE NOW: Margo Price Won't Stop! 34:36

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Listen to the debut episode of Nashville Now, Rolling Stone's newest podcast about all things country music hosted by Senior Editor Joseph Hudak. Our first episode looks at Willie Nelson’s subtle but ⁠clear message ⁠of support for immigrants this summer, and also features an interview with ⁠Margo Price⁠, who releases her new album, Hard Headed Woma…

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IRL Lessons from Video Games, with Dr. Daniel Kaufmann 24:48

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🦾 What you consider success and achievements in real life could be similar to how you play video games. Dr. Daniel Kaufmann is back to share how learning what we value in video games reflects what we may also value IRL 🌎 Understanding your player type can help you make choices that align with your personality 🤓 Knowing how you play video games can …

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How to Train with Limited Time: Establishing Priorities 56:44

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"Life is a Thanksgiving meal. Some things are on boil, some things are simmering on the back burner, and this changes all night long." - Anthony D'Orazio or Gandalf, depending on who you ask Join Anthony D'Orazio, Justin Jones, and Mike Thompson as they discuss what it's like to encounter a busy period in your life. How to quantify "busy," how to s…

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Justin Bieber Grows Up on 'Swag' 39:01

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We discuss Justin Bieber's strong new album Swag, with Jeff Ihaza and Brittany Spanos joining host Brian Hiatt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Rolling Stone

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573: Building a $74M a Year Beauty & Community Empire | Trinny Woodall 51:07

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In this episode, Trinny Woodall, founder of Trinny London, shares how she turned her mission to help women feel confident into a multi-million dollar global beauty brand. She reveals: • Why she focused on the overlooked 35+ market and won their loyalty • How she started with just £150,000 and her own wardrobe to fund the dream • The retention-first…

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Welcome to Nashville Now - Series Premiering on 7/23 0:45

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Welcome to Nashville Now, Rolling Stone's newest podcast where Senior Editor Joseph Hudak dives deep into the hottest genre in music: Country.Each week we’ll break down the biggest stories in country, spotlight risingartists and legends alike, and deliver the must-hear songs. Tune in 7/23 and every Wednesday to follow. Country is here, Nashville is…

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What 640 Oxford Founding Partner Adam Gartenberg Learned on 400 Factory Tours| Ep. 97 19:06

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Send us a text In this episode, host Paige Doherty sits down with Adam Gartenberg, co-founder at 640 Oxford and former Head of Product & Ops at Uber Rider Innovation. They discuss Adam's 400 factory tours to build unique investment insights, how to build with urgency, the psychology of early-stage execution, and Adam’s unique lens on product strate…

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You Don’t Have to Love Every Moment To Be a Good Mom with Dr. Margo Lowy 57:26

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This week, I’m joined by Dr. Margo Lowy: psychotherapist, maternal mental health expert, and author of Maternal Ambivalence: The Loving Moments and Bitter Truths of Motherhood. Our conversation dives deep into the emotional duality of motherhood, the fierce love and joy, alongside resentment, guilt, rage, and the quiet grief we often feel but rarel…

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572: (Solo) How to Build a Brand That’s Uncopyable: Even If Your Idea Gets Stolen 10:41

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Worried someone’s going to steal your business idea? You’re not alone — and you’re not powerless. In this short episode, I’m sharing exactly what to do when copycats come for your product — because they will. I’ll break down why fear of being copied holds so many founders back, how I learned this lesson the hard way, and the real strategies that pr…

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The High School Reunion: the Nerd Love Story of Pete and Ariana 23:02

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📆 High school crushes don't have to end with the academic year. Sometimes, relationships may benefit from a respawn much later. After gaining more XP, both players gain new ways to play together. What used to be two solo players may turn into a Co-Op game 💍 In this episode, Pete "Belmont" shares how he lost contact with his high school crush, only …

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The Rise and Rise of Sabrina Carpenter 44:41

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We take a deep dive into the career of Sabrina Carpenter, who releases her latest album, Man's Best Friend, Aug. 29. Angie Martoccio, who spent time with Carpenter for her recent Rolling Stone cover story, joins host Brian Hiatt for the conversation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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571: No Funding, 104 Rejections & $411 Left in the Bank - How She made $65M+ on Flowers 42:23

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In this episode, Christina Stembel, founder of Farmgirl Flowers, reveals how she built a $65M+ floral business from her dining room—with no funding, no degree, and no industry experience. She reveals: • Why she chose a perishable, logistics-heavy product in a recession • How she scaled with no marketing budget and $411 left in the bank • The scrapp…

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Getting Real on Growing Your Family and Growing Apart with Alex Cunningham 46:05

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On this episode of Your Cup of Joy, I’m joined by my friend Alex Cunningham, content creator and the voice behind This Family Tree. Today, we’re sitting down to have the kind of conversation that usually stays between close friends, but we’re bringing it here, raw and unfiltered! Alex opens up about one of the most emotionally layered decisions a m…

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Inside Bruce Springsteen's Seven Lost Albums: Your Guide to 'Tracks II' 1:02:46

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Bruce Springsteen just released a mammoth amount of unheard music on Tracks II: The Lost Albums — we go deep on all seven albums, with Andy Greene joining host Brian Hiatt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Rolling Stone

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570: Your Toothbrush is GROSS - They Fixed it and Made MILLIONS | SURI 59:42

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In this episode, Mark Rushmore and Gyve Safavi, co-founders of SURI (Sustainable Rituals), share how they turned a simple personal care item into a sustainable, design-led movement—challenging legacy players like Oral-B and Philips. They share: • Why the electric toothbrush was overdue for disruption • The intentional product and packaging design t…

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Hobbit Hike: Where to Meet Nerds, with Sompi Harmetz 28:53

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🧝‍♀️ Wish you could find your Fellowship without having to roll a Nat 20 on charisma? Many shy, introverted nerds want to touch grass and be more sociable... without having to join extrovert quests! If that's you, Hobbit Hike could be the perfect solution! 🙌 In this episode, Sompi invites us to join “Hobbit Hike”, a magical, costume-friendly advent…

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569: The Email Expert - How to Get Your Customers Attention 48:08

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In this episode, Rytis Lauris, co-founder of Omnisend, shares how he bootstrapped a leading email and SMS marketing platform used by over 125,000 eCommerce brands worldwide. He shares:• Why most ecommerce founders start email marketing too late• How to convert more website traffic into high-intent subscribers• The 2% of automations that drive 40% o…

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How Sly Stone and Brian Wilson Changed Music 1:12:09

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We look back at the lives and music of Sly Stone and Brian Wilson, with Rob Sheffield joining host Brian Hiatt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Rolling Stone

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Alex Bean on Selling Divvy for $2.5B, Early Hustles, & Building Factory for Good | Ep 96 43:58

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Send us a text Alex Bean, co-founder of Divvy (acquired by BILL.com for $2.5B), joins us to share his founder journey - from teaching ski lessons at 16 to starting multiple scrappy businesses, to scaling Divvy into a fintech giant. In this episode, we talk about the lessons learned from both early failures and billion-dollar success, what not to do…

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The Default Parent Dilemma: Navigating Parenthood, Partnership, and Mom Guilt with Renee Reina 50:30

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In this week’s episode of Your Cup of Joy, I’m joined by Renee Reina: content creator, host of The Mom Room podcast, fellow co-host of Friend Of, and most importantly, one of my closest friends. Together, we dive into one of the most transformative and validating conversations I’ve had about motherhood. If you’ve ever felt like you were holding you…

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