The Raz Patel Show is a bold, unfiltered talk show and podcast where real stories meet real transformation. Hosted by Raz Patel, each episode dives deep into conversations about resilience, wellness, leadership, and self-expression. From powerful interviews to personal reflections, the show uplifts listeners to break barriers, reclaim their voice, and live unapologetically. Itās a space for bold conversations, healing truths, and the kind of growth that turns pain into power. Whether youāre ...
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Guy Raz interviews the worldās best-known entrepreneurs to learn how they built their iconic brands. In each episode, founders reveal deep, intimate moments of doubt and failure, and share insights on their eventual success. How I Built This is a master-class on innovation, creativity, leadership and how to navigate challenges of all kinds. New episodes release on Mondays and Thursdays. Listen to How I Built This on the Wondery App or wherever you listen to your podcasts. You can listen earl ...
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Pressbox and Tide Cleaners: Vijen Patel. The $1.99 Gamble That Built a National Brand
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What if the best startup isnāt sexy at all? In 2013, Vijen Patel left private equity to pursue āthe least-worst ideaā: dry cleaning. No patents. No app wizardry. Just laundry lockers in high-rises, ruthless unit economics, and a $1.99-a-shirt price that was seared into Americaās brain. From bootstrapping routes at 5 a.m. to breaking even in 6 weeksā¦
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Episode 11: Miss Universe Thailand 2025 Praveenar āVeenaā Singh in Washington, DC with Praew Ruangthong & Dale Pimpakdee | The Raz Patel Show
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In this special Washington, DC edition of The Raz Patel Show, we welcome Miss Universe Thailand 2025 ā Praveenar āVeenaā Singh, joined by her inspiring pageant sisters: š Praewwanich āPraewā Ruangthong ā 1st Runner-Up (Bangkok) š Narumon āDaleā Pimpakdee ā 2nd Runner-Up (Phuket) Together, we explore their journey from Thailand to the U.S. Capitol, ā¦
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Tony Xu, founder of DoorDash, joins Guy on the Advice Line to answer questions from three early-stage entrepreneurs. Plus, Tony updates Guy on his latest ventures: expanding into grocery and retail delivery - and taking on international markets. First, we hear from Ron in Portland, whoās wondering about the right time to expand his product line - fā¦
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Craigslist: Craig Newmark ā The Forrest Gump of the Internet
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What if the founder of one of the internetās most enduring brandsā¦ never wanted to run a company? In 1995, Craig Newmark was a 42-year-old computer programmer in San Francisco who simply wanted to share local tech meetups with friends. He started an email list that became Craigslistāa website that reshaped how we find jobs, apartments, and communitā¦
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Episode 10: Matt Dillon (The MD Effect) ā Journey in Fashion, Strength & Human-Centered Storytelling
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In this inspiring crossover episode of The Raz Patel Show, Raz sits down with Matt Dillonābetter known as The MD Effectāa fashion forecaster, cultural architect, and masterclass in resilience. Matt shares his evolution from style guru to emotional storyteller, showing how fashion can be more than trendsāit can be a platform for connection, resilienā¦
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Randy Hetrick, former Navy SEAL and founder of the suspension training company TRX, joins Guy on the Advice Line to answer questions from three early-stage entrepreneurs. Plus, Randy updates Guy on his latest venture, a mobile gym called Outfit that brings the workout to you. First, we hear from Paige in Toronto, whoās wondering how to best capitalā¦
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Poppi: Allison and Stephen Ellsworth. From Farmers Market Vinegar Drink to $2B Soda Sensation
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A decade ago, Allison Ellsworth was drinking apple cider vinegar for health reasons and doctoring it with fruit so she could stand the taste. Her husband Stephen helped her turn it into a business by adding carbonation on a hacked soda line in their Dallas townhouse. They called it āMother Beverage,ā and sold out every week at the farmers marketā¦buā¦
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Episode 9: Lexi Carington on Surviving Illness, Abuse & Finding Light After Darkness
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In this soul-baring episode of The Raz Patel Show, Raz welcomes Lexi Caringtonāformer child actress, fashion visionary, and unshakable survivor. Lexi shares her extraordinary journey through perfectionism, illness, trauma, and emotional silence, revealing how resilience and grace transformed her into the radiant woman she is today. From the stage tā¦
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Advice Line with Bobbi Brown of Jones Road Beauty
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Bobbi Brown, founder of Bobbi Brown Cosmetics and Jones Road Beauty, joins Guy on the Advice Line, where they answer questions from three early-stage entrepreneurs. Plus, Bobbi shares what drove her to found her new company ā Jones Road ā at the age of 62. First we meet Mark in Chicago, an orthopedic surgeon whoās looking to promote his cabbage-basā¦
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Nirav Tolia: Nextdoor. How neighborhood chatter went global
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Many of us donāt know our neighbors anymore ā and Nirav Tolia wanted to change that. He walked away from millions in stock options at Yahoo and eventually co-founded Nextdoor, the hyperlocal social network where neighbors share local news and recommendations. Along the way, he learned that for a digital service, Nextdoor demanded a ton of manual woā¦
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Episode 8: The āIā in Indian ā Bhavna Bhatia Roszel on Resilience, Identity & Self-Acceptance
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In this heartfelt episode of The Raz Patel Show, Raz sits down with Bhavna Bhatia Roszel, author of The āIā in Indianāa novel that shines a light on cultural identity, resilience, and the courage to break generational expectations. Bhavna opens up about her personal journey of growing up between Indian traditions and Western independence, revealingā¦
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Advice Line with Dave Weiner of Priority Bicycles
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Priority Bicycles founder and CEO Dave Weiner joins Guy on the Advice Line to answer questions from three early-stage founders. Plus, Dave shares his strategy for keeping sales steady and positioning Priority Bicycles for continued growth in uncertain or declining markets. First, we meet Dave from Rhode Island whoās trying to figure out how to brinā¦
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Carlton Calvin: Razor. The wild rise, collapse, and reinvention of a mobile toy empire.
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In the summer of 2000, Razor scooters were everywhereāon sidewalks, in schools, even in Silicon Valley offices. At the center of it all was Carlton Calvin, an ex-lawyer turned toy mogul who had already riddenāand crashedāmultiple crazes, from Pogs to yo-yos. Carlton knew how to spot what kids wanted before the world caught on. But when Razor went fā¦
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Episode 7: Dr. Matthew Rosario: Navy Veteran & Mental Health Advocate Transforming Youth in Crisis
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In this powerful episode of The Raz Patel Show, I sit down with Dr. Matthew Rosarioālicensed clinical professional, forensic psychologist, Navy veteran, and teen mental health advocate. From surviving the foster care system to becoming the Founder & CEO of ClearHorizon Forensic and Counseling Group, Dr. Rosario shares his inspiring journey through ā¦
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This week, Guy is joined by Lady Gagaās former manager Troy Carter, Joe Gebbia of Airbnb, and Sadie Lincoln of barre3 in a special mashup episode of the Advice Line about playing to your businessās strengths. First, Honor from Australia wants to partner with a celebrity in a way that actually boosts her pill organizer brand. Then, Arvy from Johanneā¦
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Don Vultaggio: AriZona Beverage Company - The Snap Decision That Outsmarted Snapple
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What does it take to turn a Brooklyn beer salesman into the king of iced tea? In the early 1990s, the iced tea market was dominated by Lipton, Nestea, and Snapple. But Don Vultaggio saw an opening. A single momentāwatching Snapple cases fly off a truck in winterāsparked an idea that would change his life: why not sell tea in a tallboy can? AriZona ā¦
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Episode 6: Actor to Auteur: Vigiel Bose on Storytelling, Identity, and Powering Purpose Through Film
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šļø The Raz Patel Show Presents: Vigiel Bose ā From Actor to Auteur What happens when an actor stops waiting for rolesāand starts creating the story? In this powerful episode, The Raz Patel Show shines a spotlight on Vigiel Boseāa visionary actor, filmmaker, and producer reshaping the entertainment world from both in front of and behind the lens. š ā¦
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Entrepreneur, author, and podcaster Tim Ferriss joins Guy on the Advice Line to answer questions from three early-stage founders. Plus, Tim shares the inspiration behind his latest venture, Coyoteā a 10-minute card game that encourages time spent with friends and family. First, Lauryn from San Francisco asks about the best way to scale her biodegraā¦
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(July 2021) Ben Chestnut: From Side Business to $12 Billion ā The Accidental Triumph of Mailchimp
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In 2001, three web designers built a quirky email tool called Mailchimp. It wasnāt their main business. It wasnāt even meant to make real money. For years, Ben Chestnut and his partners survived on web-design gigs, while Mailchimp earned just enough to cover lunch. Thenā¦one surprising spreadsheet changed everything. In this episode, Ben reveals: Thā¦
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Advice Line with Jamie Siminoff of Ring (August 2024)
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Ring founder Jamie Siminoff joins Guy on the Advice Line, where they answer questions from three founders about balancing short- and long-term goals. Today, we meet Vico, an industrial designer in southern California who's launching a crowdfunding campaign for his patented ergonomic desk. Then Iyin, a Baltimore-based product specialist seeking to bā¦
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Episode 5: Dr. Minnie Cruz - My Wellness Physicians
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In Episode 5 of The Raz Patel Show, weāre joined by Dr. Minnie Cruz-Tolentino, double board-certified in Family Medicine and Obesity Medicine, and founder of My Wellness Physicians. Discover her holistic, physician-led approach to weight loss and wellness, where hormone optimization, metabolism, and individualized care take center stage. Through coā¦
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Amy Errett had a successful career in finance and venture capital before taking a leap into an entirely new business: hair color. When her wife complained about the indignities of coloring her hair at home, Amy realized the sector was ripe for a makeover. At age 56, she dove into the minutiae of dyes and developers, launching her own formula in 201ā¦
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