Best Nathan Saunders Podcasts (2025)

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590: (Solo) Why You Need to Do Things That Don’t Scale 7:56

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When you’re just starting out, the fastest way to grow isn’t automation, ads, or scaling systems — it’s doing things that don’t scale. In this episode, I share why the most successful founders — from billion-dollar startups to small ecommerce brands — all begin by leaning into the unscalable. From replying personally to every email, to sending hund…

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589 : The Mad Scientist Behind One of America’s Fastest Growing Supplement Brands | Brian Littlefield (Best of Foundr) 46:31

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Brian Littlefield is the co-founder and Chief Product Officer of Jocko Fuel—one of the fastest-growing supplement brands in America. But his story didn’t start in a boardroom. It started with a life-changing health wake-up call. In this episode, Brian shares how he went from overweight and directionless to building a trusted supplement empire backe…

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588: (Solo) The #1 ROI Move You’re Probably Not Using 7:30

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Most ecommerce founders think the only way to grow is to get more traffic — but often, the fastest way to increase sales is by making more from the traffic you already have. In this episode, I share a proven “second sale” strategy you can use to increase your conversion rate, average order value (AOV), and customer lifetime value (CLV) without spen…

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587: She Built a $1 Billion Brand Selling Other Peoples Clothes | Julie Wainwright 1:00:31

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Julie Wainwright, founder of The RealReal, reveals how she built a billion-dollar resale marketplace that transformed luxury fashion. In this exclusive Foundr Podcast interview, Julie shares how she scaled The RealReal to over $1B in revenue, reached 38 million members, and took the company public on the Nasdaq. From her early lessons at Pets.com t…

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586 : (Solo) How I Solve The Biggest Problems in My Business (and How You Can Too) 8:06

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Every business has one major constraint holding it back from the next stage of growth — and solving it is the fastest way to scale. In this episode, I share the exact formula I use to identify the biggest problem in my business, find the right person who’s already solved it, and get the solution faster than years of trial and error. This is the sam…

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585: The $100K Mistake Most Founders Make with Manufacturers (and How to Avoid It) (Best of Foundr) 38:22

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Kian Golzari is one of the world’s leading experts in sourcing and product manufacturing—developing over 2,500 products and visiting 500+ factories. In this episode, he shares how to go from idea to product without getting burned by bad suppliers or poor-quality manufacturing. Whether you're working with Alibaba or building a custom product from sc…

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584: (Solo) What 90 Days of Daily Posting Taught Me About Personal Branding 8:48

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After 12 years building Foundr, I finally committed to something I should have done a decade ago — posting online every single day for 90 days straight to grow my personal brand. In this episode, I share what that commitment taught me about building trust, deepening connections with my audience, and why your personal brand is one of the most powerf…

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Victor Lodato Reads Denis Johnson 1:30:37

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Victor Lodato joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “The Largesse of the Sea Maiden,” by Denis Johnson, which was published in The New Yorker in 2014. Lodato is a playwright and the author of the novels “Edgar and Lucy,” “Mathilda Savitch,” the winner of the PEN USA Award for fiction, and “Honey,” which came out in 2024. He has been publishing…

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583: The Branding Expert Behind Dior, L'Oréal & Mercedes | Camille Moore 55:28

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In this episode of the Foundr Podcast, Nathan Chan sits down with Camille Moore — widely known as the internet’s favorite creative director and the strategist behind some of today’s most iconic brand transformations. Camille has built a reputation for taking founders from forgettable to unforgettable, crafting brand strategies that don’t just look …

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582: (Solo) 3 Lessons I’ve Learned From Interviewing 100+ Billionaires 10:56

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After interviewing over 100 billionaires and ultra-successful entrepreneurs, I’ve spotted three lessons that come up every single time — no matter the industry, background, or business model. In this episode, I break down exactly what I’ve learned from these conversations so you can model the same habits, mindsets, and strategies that separate the …

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581: How to Build a $100M Brand Without Raising a Dollar | Peach & Lily 1:11:50

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Alicia Yoon is the founder of Peach & Lily—the pioneering brand that brought Korean skincare to the U.S. before “K-Beauty” was a buzzword. In this episode, she shares how her personal skin struggles turned into a lifelong mission, how she went from finance to esthetician school, and why she took the slow, principled path to build a category-definin…

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580: (Solo) The Step-by-Step Method to Reach Anyone — Even Billionaires 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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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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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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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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Celebrating New Music By: Raheem DeVaughn, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Jane Handcock, Keith Mitchell, October London, Robert Glasper and More! Aired July 4, 2025 1:02:08

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Send us a text Morning Light Marla Kether, Naima Adams, Somewhere Soul Love Will - Vibrations Mix Reagan Grey, Sean Jones Summertime Raheem DeVaughn, The Crank Crusader... Already Good (Tasha Slide) Tasha Cobb Leonard Over You / Under You Eric Roberson, Najee, Jayshawn Champion Stare at Me JANE HANDCOCK, Anderson Paak He's Alive - Radio Edit Keith …

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New Music By: Dawn Tallman, Rona Ray, Shaun Escoffery, Shelia E, Omar, Chris Brown, Michon Young, Noel Gourdin, Eric Roberson and More! Aired June 16.2025 1:01:16

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Send us a text Be Mine - Emmaculate Remix DJ Dove, Dawn Tallman, Emmaculate Don't Let Me Down Studio Bros, Rona Ray Some Kinda OjoSound, Shaun Escoffery, Michelle Escoffery Salve dublon, TABLE, Deza The Way That You Do Sheila E., Marcus Miller, Kirk Whalum Latin Salsa Omar Alive Otis Kane, CASASANTI Holy Blindfold Chris Brown Lose Myself edbl, MADE…

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New Music from: The Pocket Queen, Naomi Sharon, Lalah Hathaway, Jagged Edge, J. Brown & more. Aired May 16, 2025 1:00:08

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Send us a text Good Vibes The Pocket Queen, The Royal Flush Don't Mind Them Relyae Tongariro Crossing Chaos In The CBD, Nathan Haines The Only Love We Know Naomi Sharon Mood For You (Complexive Remix) Lalah Hathaway, Complexive Just Might Get It Jagged Edge Be There For You Pieces Of A Dream Too Good 2 Let Go Eric Darius It's A Brand New Day - Radi…

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Smoking Hot New Music By: Melba Moore and Terry Hunter, DJ Spen, Change, Brian Jackson feat MAW and Rahsaan Paterson, Adam Hawley, Cornell CC Carter and much more! Aired June 9th, 2025 1:00:32

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Send us a text No Filter - Radio Edit Melba Moore, Terry Hunter Perfect Timing - Terry Hunter DJ Spen, DJ Chujo, Brandon Yancey, Terry Hunter Bring Us Back to Life Change, Tanya Michelle Smith 80/20 Rule - Original Andriah Arrindell Type Dangerous Mariah Carey Beleza Naliyah Bahia Nights (Candeal mix) Bossa Nova Noites, Curtis King Jr., Najee Is Th…

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Hot New Songs By: Sandra St. Victor, Jordan Lee. The Smoothies, Teri Tobin, Vedo feat. Kenyon Dixon, Eric Benet and more more Aired May 23, 2025 1:00:29

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Send us a text Protection Sabrina Chyld, Atjazz Shake It Sterling Ensemble My Love Brazo Wa Afrika, Dearson DON'T TAKE IT PERSONAL - A Sir Nigel Randolph Paul Randolph Freedom (Extended Version) d'Z, Sandra St. Victor Love Ride (Alternative Version) Jordan Lee It's Fine Tash Tropical Coast Lee Jones, David Margam Coming Up The Smoothies 421 (Saxy B…

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Mixing It Up With New Songs by: Devon Howard, Kelli Sae, Ascendant, Estelle, Melonie Fiona, Ledisi. Nathan East and much more. Aired May 31, 2025 1:01:10

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Send us a text Back to Paradise (House Mix Exten.. Devon Howard, Debonair Samir This Much Is True Dr Packer, Kelli Sae, Templar Love Saved My Life (Mboya Mellow Ascendant Grateful Estelle, Teedra Moses, Russell Taylor I Choose You Melanie Fiona WHAT YOU DO 2 ME Dan Burke, Dan DeCristofaro, ROYAL TREATMENT Press Play Duke&Sol, Solsong, Duke Derrian …

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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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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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Lauren Groff Reads Elizabeth Hardwick 1:12:03

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Lauren Groff joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “The Faithful,” by Elizabeth Hardwick, which was published in The New Yorker in 1979. Groff’s works of fiction include the novels “Fates and Furies” and “Matrix,” both of which were finalists for the National Book Award, and “The Vaster Wilds,” which was published in 2023. A new story collecti…

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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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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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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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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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Souvankham Thammavongsa Reads Samanta Schweblin 48:30

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Souvankham Thammavongsa joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “The Size of Things,” by Samanta Schweblin (translated, from the Spanish, by Megan McDowell), which was published in The New Yorker in 2017. Thammavongsa is a Laotian Canadian writer. Her publications include the poetry collections “Light” and “Cluster” and the story collection “How…

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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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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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New Music by: Nathan & Noah East, Kenyon Dixon, Ascendant, Estelle and more Aired May 30th 2025 1:01:10

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Send us a text Back to Paradise (House Mix Exten... Devon Howard, Debonair Samir This Much Is True Dr Packer, Kelli Sae, Templar Love Saved My Life (Mboya Mellow... Ascendant Grateful Estelle, Teedra Moses, Russell Taylor I Choose You Melanie Fiona WHAT YOU DO 2 ME Dan Burke, Dan DeCristofaro, ROYAL TREATMENT Press Play Duke&Sol, Solsong, Duke Derr…

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Featuring New Music by: Melba Moore, Change, Mariah Carey, Adam Hawley, Eric Benet feat Goapele - Aired May 9, 2025 1:00:32

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Send us a text No Filter - Radio Edit Melba Moore, Terry Hunter Perfect Timing Terry Hunter Chi Town Beat Down. Mix by DJ Spen, DJ Chujo, Brandon Yancey, Terry Hunter Bring Us Back to Life Change, Tanya Michelle Smith 80/20 Rule - Original Andriah Arrindell Type Dangerous Mariah Carey Beleza Naliyah Bahia Nights (Candeal mix) Bossa Nova Noites, Cur…

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568: No Experience, No Investors, 5 x Million Dollar Businesses - How Brittney Saunders Did it 1:19:17

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In this episode, Brittney Saunders, founder of FAYT, Staple Swim, Form Active, and OUTDŌ, shares how she went from YouTuber to multi-brand empire builder—running multiple 7-figure businesses with a hands-on, no-agency approach. She shares: • How she transitioned from influencer to real founder with 40+ staff • The power of brick-and-mortar stores i…

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567: The Tiny Challenge Model - The Easiest Way to Get Your First 5 Clients | Richmond Dinh 45:44

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What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeIn this episode, Richmond Dinh, founder of the Tiny Challenge model, reveals how he went from nearly going bankrupt to building a 7-figure coaching empire—without a big audience, paid ads, or complex funnels. He shares:• How he rebuilt his life after losing it all in property investing• The one framework that helped…

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Edwidge Danticat Reads Zadie Smith 44:06

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Edwidge Danticat joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “Two Men Arrive in a Village,” by Zadie Smith, which was published in The New Yorker in 2016. Danticat, a MacArthur Fellow and a winner of the Vilcek Prize in Literature, has published six books of fiction, including “Breath, Eyes, Memory,” “The Farming of Bones,” “Claire of the Sea Light,…

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Sabrina Chyld and AtJazz, Sandra St. Victor, The Smoothies, Teri Tobin, Kenyon Dixon - Aired May 23, 2025 1:00:29

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Send us a text This episode features new music by Sabrina Chyld and AtJazz, Sandra St. Victor, The Smoothies, Teri Tobin, Kenyon Dixon, and so much more. Originally aired May 23, 2025.By Troy Saunders

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Lalah Hathaway, Jagged Edge, Relyae, Pieces Of A Dream, J. Brown, Frank McComb - Aired May 16, 2025 1:00:08

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Send us a text This episode features new music by Lalah Hathaway, Jagged Edge, Relyae, Pieces Of A Dream, J. Brown, Frank McComb and more. Originally aired May 16, 2025.By Troy Saunders

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566: From Celebrity Deals to Creator Empire - Maggie Sellers on Building 'Hot Smart Rich' 55:54

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In this episode, Maggie Sellers—founder, investor, creator, and force behind Hot Smart Rich—shares how she turned vulnerability, storytelling, and a scrappy content strategy into a multimillion-dollar movement and investing powerhouse. She shares:• The celebrity deal that taught her the power of owning your narrative• How she built Hot Smart Rich f…

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565: From 3rd Grade Teacher to Beauty CEO: How Supergoop! Built a $700M Brand From ZERO! | Holly Thaggard (Best of Foundr) [VIDEO] 46:20

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In this episode, Holly Thaggard, founder of Supergoop!, shares how she redefined the sunscreen category and built a globally recognized $700M brand from the ground up. She shares:• The heartbreaking moment that inspired her SPF obsession• How she created the world’s first chemical sunscreen without oxybenzone• Her failed school program—and why it l…

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MVP117: Randy King on his upcoming tour of Australia 35:03

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In this episode I'm joined by good friend and Candian self-defence expert extraordinaire, Randy King, to discuss his upcoming book and Australian tour.

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MVP116. Ultimate Self Defence with Jeff Phillips 46:58

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In this episode I'm joined by the mastermind of the Ultimate Self-Defense Championship on YouTube, and the founder of Western Combatives, Mr Jeff Phillips.

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Brian Jackson, Chantay Savage, Keke Palmer, Fantasia, Xavier Omar 1:00:00

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Send us a text This episode features new music by Brian Jackson, Chantay Savage, Keke Palmer, Fantasia, Xavier Omar, and more!By Troy Saunders

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564: From $0 to $100,000 a Day Selling Neckties | Fameez Haroon 1:08:39

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In this episode, Fameez Haroon, co-founder of OTAA, shares how he and his brother bootstrapped a fashion accessories brand from a Melbourne bedroom to $40M+ in sales—without outside funding. He shares:• How they built OTAA from $2,000 and zero fashion experience• The customer pain point that sparked the brand idea• Their scrappy PR hustle that led …

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563: From $500 to 120 Stores - How She Lost It All | Kristina Karlsson 1:20:29

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In this episode, Kristina Karlsson, founder of Kikki.K and Dream Life, opens up about building a $100M global brand, losing it all, and why she's starting again—this time, on her own terms. She shares:• The wild journey of scaling Kikki.K to 120 stores in 6 countries• How losing her business twice reshaped her view of failure and resilience• Why jo…

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Special Feature on Ledisi's New Album "The Crown" plus Zo!, Tall Black Guy featuring Deborah Bond, Matthew Shell 1:00:32

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Send us a text A special feature on Ledisi's new album "The Crown," plus new music by Zo!, Tall Black Guy featuring Deborah Bond, Matthew Shell, James "PJ" Spraggins, bassist Byron Miller, Noel Gourdin feat. Kevin Ross, W!LL, Alex Isley, and more!By Troy Saunders

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562: The Billion Dollar Woman Behind The Rock & Henry Cavill | Dany Garcia (Best of Foundr) [VIDEO] 46:13

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In this episode, Dany Garcia - founder, producer, chairwoman, and the powerhouse behind brands like ZOA Energy, Teremana Tequila, GSTQ, Seven Bucks Productions, and the XFL—shares how she built a billion-dollar business empire from scratch. She shares:• How she went from finance to managing Dwayne Johnson and producing blockbuster films• Why she “f…

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Yiyun Li Reads William Trevor 1:11:01

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Yiyun Li joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “The Piano Tuner’s Wives,” by William Trevor, which was published in The New Yorker in 1995. Li has published eight books of fiction, including the novels “Must I Go” and “Book of Goose,” a winner of the PEN/Faulkner Award for Fiction, and the story collection “Wednesday’s Child,” which was a fina…

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561: $300M Worth of Facebook Ads Advice in 45 Minutes | Jordan Menard 45:22

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In this episode, Jordan Menard breaks down what it really takes to scale Facebook ads in 2025. He shares why creative is now the targeting, why brands need to focus more on offers than tactics, and how to fix your conversion economics to unlock serious scale. Jordan also walks through his exact ad creative process—including scripting, ad types, and…

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New Music by DJ Spen feat. Coko, David Morales feat. Joi Cardwell, Madison McFerrin, Alex Isley, Kindred The Family Soul, Ann Nesby - Aired April 14, 2025 1:00:19

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Send us a text New music by DJ Spen feat. Coko, David Morales feat. Joi Cardwell, Madison McFerrin, Alex Isley, Kindred The Family Soul, Ann Nesby and more! This episode is packed with 60 minutes of the best in indie soul, house, jazz, R&B, and inspirational music. Originally aired April 14, 2025. Bigger U (Bigger Me) - DJ Spen, Brian Alexander Mor…