Unstoppable | A Conversation With Change Makers

In this episode, Kate Morton, Founder and CEO of Funk It Wellness, shares the history and evolution of Funk It Wellness. Kate shares how she started her company to address the lack of education, tools and solutions for women's menstrual health. She explains the concept of seed cycling and its benefits for hormonal balance. Kate also discusses the connection between thyroid health and hormonal balance. She shares insights into choosing products, marketing strategies, and the challenges of building a company. Kate offers advice for aspiring founders, emphasizing the importance of staying focused, trusting your instincts, and understanding the numbers. So much to learn from this episode. Now on this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow. To learn more about Kate Morton and Funk It Wellness:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-morton-ms-rdn-359a83117/https://www.linkedin.com/company/funk-it-wellness/https://www.instagram.com/carbsandkate/https://www.instagram.com/funk.it.wellness/https://www.funkitwellness.com/Enjoying this

In this episode, Kara Goldin interviews Loren Castle, the Founder and CEO of Sweet Loren's. Loren shares her personal health journey and how it inspired her to create a natural and healthier cookie dough brand. She discusses the challenges she faced in launching and growing her company, including the importance of profitability and focusing on building a sustainable business. Loren also talks about the development of new products, such as breakfast biscuits, and the decision to create a less sugar line. She offers advice for aspiring founders, emphasizing the need for passion, commitment, and a strong team. So much inspiration and wisdom in this episode. Now on this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow. To learn more about Loren Castle and Sweet Loren’s:https://www.linkedin.com/in/loren-brill-castle-56887121https://www.linkedin.com/company/sweet-loren's-llc/https://www.tiktok.com/@sweetlorenshttps://www.instagram.com/sweetlorenshttps://www.sweetlorens.com/Enjoying this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow? Let me know by r

In this episode, Brandon Mizrahie, Founder and CEO of Renude, shares the story behind the brand and the development of its flagship product, Chagaccino. He explains how Renude aims to create healthy and delicious beverages that appeal to a wide audience. Brandon discusses the sourcing of Chaga mushrooms and the unique benefits they offer. He also addresses the competition in the mushroom coffee space and the different types of mushrooms used. Brandon clarifies that Chaga mushrooms do not have psychoactive effects and explains how to incorporate Chaga into your daily routine. He also talks about the launch of Chagamacha, a Chaga-infused matcha drink. So much inspiration is taken from all the tidbits Brandon shares. Listen now on this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow. To get 20% off your order, please use the code 'KARA20' on https://drinkrenude.com/.To learn more about Brandon Mizrahie and Renude:https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-mizrahie-082994194/https://www.instagram.com/drinkrenudehttps://www.drinkrenude.co

In this episode, Ramon van Meer, Founder and CEO of Genius Litter, shares all about the innovative, new cat litter that he has developed that monitors a cat's health and contains an indicator that responds to deviating values in the urine. Ramon shares his personal story and background as an entrepreneur, including his previous venture in the pet industry. He discusses the challenges and strategies of launching Genius Litter, including their go-to-market strategy and the importance of social media marketing. Ramon also talks about his experience appearing on Shark Tank and the lessons he learned from the show. He shares his vision for the future of Genius Litter and the company's focus on health monitoring for pets. So much inspiration and wisdom in this episode. Now on this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow.To learn more about Ramon van Meer and Genius Litter:https://www.twitter.com/ramonvanmeerhttps://www.instagram.com/geniuslitter/https://www.vanmeer.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ramon-v-a19a01144https://ww

In this episode, Kara Goldin interviews Charles Duhigg, a Pulitzer-prize winning reporter and Author of the book, Supercommunicators: How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection. They discuss the importance of effective communication and how to become a super communicator. Duhigg shares insights from his book, including the matching principle, asking questions, reflecting emotions, storytelling, and reciprocation. He also addresses common mistakes in communication and provides strategies for adapting to different communication styles. Duhigg emphasizes the value of emotional intelligence and deep questions in building connections. The episode concludes with a reminder that anyone can become a super communicator with practice and attention to listening and understanding others.This episode will have you intrigued to learn more about this ever so important topic. On this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow.To learn more about Charles Duhigg and Supercommunicators:https://twitter.com/cduhigghttps://www.facebook.co

In this episode, Jeff Popkin, CEO of Ghost Tequila, shares the story behind the unique brand, the process of infusing ghost pepper into tequila, the target market and pricing, and the role of celebrities in branding. Jeff also shares his experience working on a smaller brand and the challenges of building a tequila company. He provides advice for launching a new brand, emphasizing the importance of having the right people, a solid plan, and a passion for what you are doing. So many lessons. So much inspiration. Listen now on this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow.To learn more about Jeff Popkin and Ghost Tequila:https://www.instagram.com/ghosttequila/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-popkin-97769862/https://www.tiktok.com/@perfectly_spicyhttps://www.facebook.com/ghosttequilahttps://www.ghosttequila.com/Enjoying this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow? Let me know by reaching out to me at karagoldin@gmail.com or @KaraGoldin on all networks.Check out our website to view this episode’s show notes:https://karagoldin.com/po

In this episode, Rosa Li, Founder and CEO of wildwonder, shares her journey of starting a gut-supporting beverage brand rooted in Eastern herbal wisdom. She discusses the inspiration behind wildwonder, her transition from finance to entrepreneurship, and the challenges she faced in the early days. Rosa also highlights the importance of staying relevant to consumers and educating them about gut health. She shares her experience on Shark Tank and the impact it has had on the brand. Finally, Rosa offers advice for aspiring founders, emphasizing the need for a strong mission and a deeper purpose. Listen now on this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow.To learn more about Rosa Li and wildwonder:https://www.instagram.com/rosalisays/https://www.instagram.com/drinkwildwonder/https://www.linkedin.com/in/lirosa/https://www.drinkwildwonder.com/Enjoying this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow? Let me know by reaching out to me at karagoldin@gmail.com or @KaraGoldin on all networks.Check out our website to view this episode’s show no

In this episode, Alec Sammann, President and CEO of Peepers, discusses the history and evolution of Peepers, a fourth-generation family-run brand that started as a screen cloth provider and later transitioned into selling reading glasses. Alec shares the story of how his mother's desire for more fashionable glasses led to the creation of Peepers. He also talks about the importance of culture and staying close to consumers. So much inspiration and wisdom in this episode. Now on this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow.To learn more about Alec Sammann and Peepers:https://www.linkedin.com/in/alecsammann/https://www.instagram.com/alec.sammann/https://www.peepers.com/Enjoying this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow? Let me know by reaching out to me at karagoldin@gmail.com or @KaraGoldin on all networks.Check out our website to view this episode’s show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/498

In this episode, Shawn Nelson, Founder and CEO of Lovesac and Author of the new book, Let Me Save You 25 Years, gets in depth about some of the challenges and lessons he learned throughout his 25-year entrepreneurial journey. Early mistakes, the importance of patience, and the value of work and leadership are just some of the areas that he shares valuable lessons and wisdom in stories from his experiences including being on the reality TV show 'Rebel Billionaire'. Shawn’s advice is powerful and the book is excellent with a lot of great words of wisdom. Listen now to this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow.To learn more about Shawn Nelson and Let Me Save You 25 Years:https://www.instagram.com/shawnoflovesac/https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawndnelson/https://open.spotify.com/show/2pCWnAjfUxO2puc1XiKlWx?si=522f7137b2d842b8https://www.youtube.com/@shawnydlovesachttps://a.co/d/d9qKR6hEnjoying this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow? Let me know by reaching out to me at karagoldin@gmail.com or @KaraGoldin on all networks.Check

In this episode, Carmel Hagen, Founder and CEO of Supernatural, shares her journey of disrupting the baking essentials industry with premium, plant-based and natural products. What started with coconut sugar and gradually expanded her product line to include natural food colors and sprinkles. Carmel emphasizes the importance of validation and iteration in building a successful brand. Carmel emphasizes the importance of validation and iteration in building a successful brand. She discusses the challenges of introducing natural alternatives in a market dominated by artificial ingredients. Carmel also highlights the value of partnerships with major brands and the power of storytelling to build a loyal community. Her advice to founders is powerful with a lot of great words of wisdom. Listen now on this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow.To learn more about Carmel Hagen and Supernatural:https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmelelise/https://www.instagram.com/carmelelise/https://www.instagram.com/gosupernatural/https://www.sup

In this episode, Jing Gao, Founder of Fly By Jing, takes us on her journey founding the first premium Chinese food company that brings thoughtfully-crafted pantry staples to the modern kitchen while challenging misconceptions about Chinese cuisine. We learn about how closing her restaurant led to the idea of starting Fly by Jing, what it takes to launch a product then expand the product line including its popular and versatile Chili Crisp, collaborations and brand partnerships, overcoming obstacles and many of the lessons she has learned as a founder. including its popular and versatile Chili Crisp. So many lessons. So much inspiration. Listen now on this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow.To learn more about Jing Gao and Fly By Jing:https://www.instagram.com/flybyjing/https://www.instagram.com/jingtheory/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jingtheory/https://www.tiktok.com/@flybyjinghttps://www.facebook.com/flybyjing/https://flybyjing.com/shop/Enjoying this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow? Let me know by reaching out to me

In this episode, Sara Schiller, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Sloomoo, shares all about her journey building this sensory entertainment company. A creative and immersive brand known for its innovative and delightful slime experiences, Sara co-founded Sloomoo to provide a unique and tactile way for individuals of all ages to explore their creativity. Now in four cities, offering a range of sensory experiences, workshops, and products that engage and inspire. Sara emphasizes the need for mindfulness and creativity in daily life and shares advice for aspiring founders to take action and be fearless in pursuing their ideas. This is a terrific episode that you won’t want to miss. Now on this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow.To learn more about Sara Schiller and Sloomoo:https://www.instagram.com/saraschiller/https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-beard-schiller-6a61641/https://www.sloomooinstitute.com Enjoying this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow? Let me know by reaching out to me at karagoldin@gmail.com or @KaraGoldin on all netw

In this episode, Nick Bodkins, Founder of Boisson, a non-alcoholic spirits retailer and wholesaler, shares the journey and lessons of building a non-alcoholic spirits retailer and wholesaler. Boisson aims to serve the growing market of non-alcoholic consumers with an omnichannel approach with physical stores in key markets across the U.S. We discuss the different consumer segments including the unique challenges certain categories like non-alcoholic wine have in the winemaking creation process. You are going to love his insights and wisdom that you don’t want to miss. Listen now to this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow.To learn more about Nick Bodkins and Boisson:https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholasbodkins/https://www.instagram.com/boisson.sips/https://www.instagram.com/nickbodkins/https://www.facebook.com/Boisson.sipshttps://boisson.co/https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholasbodkins/Enjoying this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow? Let me know by reaching out to me at karagoldin@gmail.com or @KaraGoldin on all networks.

In this episode, Jen Zeszut, Co-Founder and CEO of GOODLES, shares the story behind GOODLES and its journey to reinvent the mac and cheese category. She discusses the challenges of fundraising and the importance of staying true to the brand's vision. Jen highlights the focus on taste and nutrition in Goodles products and the success of their unique flavors. She also explains the branding strategy and the importance of being authentic and weird. Jen shares the go-to-market strategy, including the initial focus on direct-to-consumer sales and launching with Target in the expansion into retail. Jen’s lessons are gold and you are going to love this episode. Listen now on this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow.To learn more about Jen Zeszut and GOODLES:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenzeszut/https://www.instagram.com/allgoodleshttps://www.facebook.com/people/Goodles-Noodles-Gooder/100073066820717/https://www.linkedin.com/company/goodles/https://www.twitter.com/allgoodleshttps://www.goodles.com/Enjoying this episode of #

Kelley Holderman, Co-Founder and CEO of Pirdie, shares all about the women's golf apparel brand that she co-founded, offering West Coast designs and an empowering community to boot. Clothing that is inspired by the power of female friendship and West Coast aesthetic with durable, lightweight, and moisture-wicking fabrics. We learn all about what it takes to start a golf apparel in today’s market and one that is quickly becoming a fast favorite for many. You are going to love hearing this interview with Kelley! Listen now on this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow. To learn more about Kelley Holderman and Pirdie:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelley-h-6724906/https://www.instagram.com/pirdiegolf/https://www.pirdiegolf.com/Enjoying this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow? Let me know by reaching out to me at karagoldin@gmail.com or @KaraGoldin on all networks.Check out our website to view this episode’s show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/491

In this episode, Kat Cole, President and COO of Athletic Greens, shares her journey in helping to build this successful global health brand. Kat discusses the strategy for direct-to-consumer, emphasizing the importance of a single product approach. She also highlights the power of customer recommendations and engagement in building a strong brand while maintaining a strong brand's voice. Plus we hear all of Kat’s wisdom from all of her leadership experiences. So much to gain on this podcast. Listen now on this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow.To learn more about Kat Cole and Athletic Greens:https://www.instagram.com/drinkag1https://www.instagram.com/katcoleatlhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/katcole/https://www.drinkag1.com/Enjoying this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow? Let me know by reaching out to me at karagoldin@gmail.com or @KaraGoldin on all networks.Check out our website to view this episode’s show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/490

In this episode, Carol Han Pyle, Founder and CEO of the exquisite candle and fragrance brand Nette, shares her journey and insights into building a successful brand in the luxury candle and fragrance industry. We learn how Nette is setting a new industry standard for clean, sustainable, chic candles and fragrances that help you take good care of yourself and the world around you and why the brand is quickly gaining a cult following with consumers. Listen now on this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow. To learn more about Carol Han Pyle and Nette:https://www.instagram.com/nette.nyc/https://www.facebook.com/nette.nyc/https://www.instagram.com/carolhan/https://nettenyc.comEnjoying this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow? Let me know by reaching out to me at karagoldin@gmail.com or @KaraGoldin on all networks.Check out our website to view this episode’s show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/489

In this episode, Taylor Dilk, Co-Founder and CEO of Vitality, shares her incredible journey and insights into building a successful brand in the athletic apparel industry. Vitality is a premium athletic apparel and loungewear brand designed for everyBODY with a focus on inclusivity and known for their wide array of men’s and women’s apparel available in sizes from 2XS-4XL. We discuss all kinds of things including how they think about their go to market strategy as well as their sustainable and ethical production practices. Plus what makes their clothing and company just awesome! Listen now on this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow. To learn more about Taylor Dilk and Vitality: https://www.instagram.com/taychayy/ https://www.taylordilk.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxHBO6bYxH0eAJ1Hi6850lQ https://www.instagram.com/shopvitality/ https://www.tiktok.com/@vitality https://www.shopvitality.com/ Enjoying this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow? Let me know by reaching out to me at karagoldin@gmail.com or @KaraGoldin

In this episode, Kara Goldin interviews Peter Thomas Roth, Founder, Formulator and CEO of Peter Thomas Roth. Peter shares his personal journey including how the brand continues to corner the clinical market as a groundbreaking, results-focused company sourcing ingredients from all over the world then formulating at the highest percentage possible to provide maximum results for flawless, healthier-looking skin. Peter takes us through his journey and we learn about his lessons, as well as the role of community and influencers in building the brand. This episode is super informative and inspiring and you don’t want to miss it! On this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow.To learn more about Peter Thomas Roth and Peter Thomas Roth:https://www.instagram.com/peterthomasrothofficial/https://www.peterthomasroth.comEnjoying this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow? Let me know by reaching out to me at karagoldin@gmail.com or @KaraGoldin on all networks.Check out our website to view this episode’s show notes: https://karagoldin.com

In this episode, Jacob Zuppke, CEO of Whisker, shares his journey and insights into building a successful brand in the cat industry. Whisker is the international leader in pet tech, known for its innovative products like the Litter-Robot and Feeder Robot. Jacob discusses the strategy for direct-to-consumer, emphasizing the importance of a blended approach and reaching customers through various channels. He also highlights the power of customer testimonials and engagement in building a strong brand. He encourages taking chances in advertising and staying true to the brand's voice and values while providing automated solutions for cat parents and creating a connected pet care experience. Listen now on this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow. To learn more about Jacob Zuppke and Whisker: https://www.instagram.com/jzuppke/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacobzuppke/ https://www.facebook.com/LitterRobot/ https://www.instagram.com/thelitterrobot/ https://www.youtube.com/user/TheLitterRobot https://twitter.com/litter_robot