Work Friends

Argent

Secrets to success? No, thank you. Welcome to Work Friends, a podcast for sharing upfront and unfiltered career stories—the good, the bad, and the unapologetically ambitious. Because what’s better than a bit of real talk among friends?Each episode, Sali Christeson, Founder and CEO of women’s workwear brand, Argent, hosts one of her Work Friends for a conversation about climbing the corporate ladder, building a brand from scratch, raising money, and finding success on their own terms. Meet industry-shifting women in media, entertainment, business, and more, as they share the ups and downs of their careers, without glossing over the difficult parts.This podcast is for everyone who takes their work (but not always themselves) seriously and believes in radical equality in, and out of, the workplace. Ambition suits you.

  1. Jennifer Fisher on Why Failure is Essential to Success

    4 mag

    Jennifer Fisher on Why Failure is Essential to Success

    Jennifer Fisher, the Founder and Chief Brand Officer of jewelry label Jennifer Fisher, and the NYTimes-anointed “queen of hoops,” sits down with Sali today. She’s sharing a glimpse at the 20+ year success story that started unintentionally—with a piece of personalized jewelry to celebrate the birth of her child. It's grown into a lifestyle brand with her personal story at the forefront. From designing to developing her own seasoning salts, to the release of her cookbook, Trust Your Gut, and a new wellness platform, Maedyn, Jennifer is a founder who truly breaks the mold. 0:00 - Introduction2:15 - Biggest "Oh No" Moment5:04 - Growing up in California10:01 - Becoming a Stylist13:08 - The Age of AI14:50 - Health Challenges into Motherhood16:40 - Jennifer Fisher Jewelry19:50 - "Failure is what makes you successful."24:50 - Fashion Icons in Jennifer Fisher27:42 - "Queen of Hoops"30:19 - The Salts32:42 - High-Touch Founders35:20 - Building Community37:40 - Advice for Founders on Social Media42:16 - Trust Your Gut and Maedyn46:17 - What's Next?47:10 - Advice for Emerging Fashion Founders 47:36 - Would You Rather? On Sali: Argent Chelsea Blazer, Fine Knit Sleeveless, and Pleated Tapered Trouser  On Jennifer: Argent Sculpted Blazer and Tuxedo Trouser Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff @c__biz Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio

    50 min
  2. Melissa Murray on Why We All Need a Refresher on The Constitution

    20 apr

    Melissa Murray on Why We All Need a Refresher on The Constitution

    Melissa Murray is an NYU Law professor, New York Times bestselling author, and cohost of @strictscrutinypodcast, where she breaks down the biggest legal battles and political messes in our country. She’s also the author of The U.S. Constitution: A Comprehensive and Annotated Guide for the Modern Reader, set to release on May 5. Today, she sits down with Sali to share how she established herself as a prominent voice in law, to remind us of the power of “we the people,” and to explain why she refuses to discuss the law from a place of neutrality. Listen or watch the full episode at the link in bio. 0:00 - Introduction 2:45 - Biggest "Oh No" Moment 4:35 - Child of Jamaican Immigrants 11:18 - “Maybe I could be a lawyer.” 13:45 - Navigating Grief Before College  15:25 - A Full Scholarship to UVA  18:03 - Deferring Yale Law 21:08 - Clerking for Justice Sonia Sotomayor 23:45 - A Mentorship Misconception 27:09 - Working in Education 43:18- Being a Professor in 2026 39:30- Coaching Middle School Debate Club 41:30 - "Strict Scrutiny" & Ditching Neutrality 44:20 - Why Write a Book On The U.S. Constitution? 53:55 - Dress Code for Lawyers 58:51 - “You have to know what your season is.” 1:00:49 - Would You Rather?  Clarifications: At 47:​35, the Constitution was ratified in state legislatures, not in Philadelphia. At 4​9:​00, Dred Scott was decided in 1857 not 1858. On Sali: Argent Double-Breasted Crewneck Blazer and Single Pleat Trouser On Melissa: Argent Double-Breasted Blazer and Wide Leg Trouser Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff @c__biz Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio

    1h 3m
  3. Kerry Docherty on Reclaiming "Selfish"

    6 apr

    Kerry Docherty on Reclaiming "Selfish"

    Today, Sali sits down with Kerry Docherty. With a background in law and as a mindfulness coach, Kerry is a cofounder of Faherty Brand, where she works alongside her husband and her brother-in-law, pushing for progress in the fashion industry. Kerry is also the author of the upcoming memoir, Selfish, debuting April 21. In it, she shares an intimate look at her relationship to her career, her marriage, and herself—an account that’s honest, vulnerable, messy at times, and reclaims what it means to be called “selfish.” Selfish: Unlearning, Reclaiming, and Telling the Truth, by Kerry Docherty, releases April 21 and is available for preorder now! 0:00 - Introduction 3:35 - Biggest "Oh No" Moment 4:50 - Growing Up in Buffalo, NY 7:50 - Obsession with Morbidity to Becoming a Lawyer 10:22 - Building a Mindfulness Practice 13:30 - Leaving Law, Becoming a Mindfulness Coach 14:26 - Being a Faherty Co-Founder 16:09 - Psychic Advice 21:06 - Working With a Spouse 26:35 - Changing Fashion Through Faherty 30:50 - Being selfish 39:50 - Sugarcoated Founder Stories 44:50 - Advice for Mindfulness at Work 46:50 - Would You Rather? On Sali: Argent Copain Blazer and Pleated Trouser On Kerry: Argent Single Button Blazer and Straight Leg Trouser Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff @c__biz Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio

    49 min
  4. Chelsea Leyland on Why Doctors Should Prescribe Community

    23 mar

    Chelsea Leyland on Why Doctors Should Prescribe Community

    Starting in her late teens, Chelsea Leyland built a global DJ career, collaborating with some of the world's biggest fashion brands. However, it was her personal health struggles that led to her work now in advocacy and as the cofounder of Looni, a menstrual health and wellness company.  Chelsea was diagnosed with epilepsy in childhood and, after suffering with painful periods for years, she was also diagnosed with endometriosis in her 20s. Today, she sits down with Sali to share her incredible journey, from searching for treatments and becoming a vocal advocate for plant-based medicine, to finding the right cofounder and understanding the essential role community plays in the healing journey. 0:53 - Introduction  2:56 - Biggest "Oh No" Moment  3:58 - Growing Up In London vs. N.Y.C.  13:06 - Epilepsy Diagnosis 16:02 - DJing Career  18:55 - Epilepsy Stigma 21:30 - Endometriosis & Medical Cannabis 24:40 - Women Left Behind in Medical Research 30:25 - "Sisters Interrupted" Documentary  34:14 - Is Chelsea Still DJing?  34:48 - Founding Looni 44:18 - Choosing a Cofounder 52:40 - Prescribing Community 55:48 - Advice for Advocacy  56:57 - Would You Rather? On Sali: Argent Belted Double Breasted Blazer and Prince Trouser On Chelsea: Argent Lenox Blazer and Pleated Taper Trouser Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff @c__biz Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio

    1 h
  5. Emily Tisch Sussman on Career Upends & Redefining Success

    9 mar

    Emily Tisch Sussman on Career Upends & Redefining Success

    Emily Tisch Sussman, host of She Pivots and co-owner of Gotham FC and the New York Giants, doesn't just talk about making career changes—she’s lived it. BIG time. This week, she sits down with Sali to get candid about struggling to make a name for herself, placing her value in her work, and what happened when it all fell apart. Spoiler alert: Right around the time she became a mother. A lawyer by trade, Emily has previously worked as a lobbyist, strategist, and TV political commentator. After giving birth to her third child, however, she recognized the need for change. Today, we’ll talk about: navigating a career path when you’re not sure what you’re good at.what it means to step away from the roles you’ve committed your life to when they no longer fit.working on the Obama campaign and being a political commentator for Fox News,the honest experience of early parenthood and not feeling an instant connection to your children.launching the She Pivots podcast and why it’s drawing huge guests, including Vice President Kamala Harris, Vanessa Hudgens, and Bobbi Brown.Want to hear more from Emily? She Pivots Season 5 premieres March 25. 0:40  Introduction  2:24  Biggest "Oh No" Moment  4:13  Growing Up In N.Y.C.  6:55  Struggling to Find A Career Path  15:46  Law School 22:11  Working on the Obama Campaign  30:06  Appearing on Fox News  33:28  She Pivots  51:32 Co-Owner of Gotham FC  1:04:57 Career Changes: Plan or Leap? 1:06:05 Would You Rather? On Sali: Argent Chelsea Blazer, Ribbed Collar Sweater, and Wide Leg Trouser On Emily: Argent Double-Breasted Crewneck Blazer and Single Pleat Trouser Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff @c__biz Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio

    1h 10m
  6. Reshma Saujani on the Tradwife v. Girlboss Debate, a Feature of American Motherhood

    23 feb

    Reshma Saujani on the Tradwife v. Girlboss Debate, a Feature of American Motherhood

    Trailblazer and self-professed rulebreaker Reshma Saujani joins us on Work Friends this week. Reshma is the founder and former CEO of Girls Who Code, a New York Times bestselling author, and the host of the podcast “My So-Called Midlife.” Today, she’s also the founder and CEO of Moms First, where she continues to be an awe-inspiring culture-shifter and staunch advocate for women—from girlhood to motherhood and beyond.  Her latest venture at Moms First is Reshma’s debut documentary project this June, spotlighting the lies dividing American moms and chronicling a nationwide movement to bring them back together and win historic support. There’s so much amazing ground to cover in this discussion, as we walk through: Reshma’s background as a first-generation American who set her sights on law school.her decision to run for U.S. Congress—the first Indian American woman to do so—and how she dealt with feelings of failure after her loss.why she pivoted to launching a coding organization for young girls, eventually turning it into the largest pipeline for women and nonbinary individuals to careers in STEM.the historic struggle of mothers in America, and a real solution to the affordability issue (hint: it’s not eggs.)and, why Moms First debut documentary is lifting the voices of all mothers…and how you can get involved, too.For more information about Moms First: The History of American Motherhood, or to submit your own story to the film, become an associate producer, or sign up to host a screening in your hometown, check out momsfirst.us/doc. On Sali: Argent Double-Breasted Crewneck Blazer and Tailored Cargo Pant On Reshma: Argent Colorblocked Sculpted Blazer Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff @c__biz Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio Work Friends is produced by ARGENT (www.argentwork.com), a women’s clothing label on a mission to redefine workwear and drive forward women’s progress. For more, follow ARGENT on Instagram, @ARGENT, and subscribe to the ARGENT YouTube channel, @ARGENTWork, for clips and bonus content. To be featured on a future episode, email your work questions and dilemmas to WorkFriends@ARGENTWork.com for a chance to have one of our amazing guests weigh in with advice.

    1h 5m

Descrizione

Secrets to success? No, thank you. Welcome to Work Friends, a podcast for sharing upfront and unfiltered career stories—the good, the bad, and the unapologetically ambitious. Because what’s better than a bit of real talk among friends?Each episode, Sali Christeson, Founder and CEO of women’s workwear brand, Argent, hosts one of her Work Friends for a conversation about climbing the corporate ladder, building a brand from scratch, raising money, and finding success on their own terms. Meet industry-shifting women in media, entertainment, business, and more, as they share the ups and downs of their careers, without glossing over the difficult parts.This podcast is for everyone who takes their work (but not always themselves) seriously and believes in radical equality in, and out of, the workplace. Ambition suits you.

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