The Kara Goldin Show

Kara Goldin
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Kara Goldin, Founder of Hint and Author of the WSJ Best Seller Undaunted, brings listeners real, unfiltered conversations with today’s boldest entrepreneurs, leaders, disruptors, and change-makers on The Kara Goldin Show. From overcoming setbacks to building iconic brands, Kara dives deep into the stories of those who dared to do things differently. Guests like Tony Robbins (entrepreneur, author), Chip Wilson (Lululemon), Guy Kawasaki (Apple, Canva), Mindy Grossman (WW), and Amy Errett (Madison Reed) share the mindset, lessons, and raw truth behind building what others said was impossible.  Listen and learn from the Masters!

  1. 13h ago

    891 Ann Williams: Founder of Yearly Co.

    On today’s episode, we welcome Ann Williams, Founder and Creative Director of Yearly Co. — a Nashville-based fine jewelry brand built around celebrating life’s milestones with timeless, solid 14k gold jewelry.Yearly Co. started with a family tradition. Inspired by receiving gold bangles to mark meaningful moments, Ann took a metalsmithing class and began making jewelry by hand in her garage during naptime. What started as a second-career experiment in 2016 has grown into an $11.5 million direct-to-consumer business that remains 100% founder-owned and self-funded.In this episode, Ann shares how she turned a difficult-to-size product into a competitive advantage, why Yearly Co. offers bangles in 11 sizes, how she built loyalty around milestones and repeat purchases, and why she has chosen to grow without outside capital. She also opens up about being diagnosed with breast cancer at 37, keeping the business moving during treatment, and how the experience changed the way she thinks about leadership, motherhood, business, and the moments that really matter.Such an inspiring founder story. Listen now.   Are you interested in sponsoring and advertising on The Kara Goldin Show, which is now in the Top 1% of Entrepreneur podcasts in the world? Let me know by contacting me at karagoldin@gmail.com. You can also find me @‌KaraGoldin on all networks.   To learn more about Ann Williams and Yearly Co.:https://yearlyco.com/https://www.instagram.com/yearlycompany/https://www.instagram.com/annbrennanwilliams/https://www.linkedin.com/in/ann-williams-3437a912   Sponsored By: Acorns - Head to Acorns.com/KARA or download the Acorns app to get started. Rippling - Head to Rippling.AI/KaraGoldin and get the only AI to give you full visibility across your business and take complex actions across your entire organization. CashApp - For a limited time, new customers can get $10 added to their balance. Just use code BITCOIN10 when you sign up, and—don’t forget this part—send at least $5 to a friend in the first two weeks. Terms apply. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Bitcoin services provided by Block, Inc. brand. For additional information, see the Bitcoin disclosures at cash.app/legal/podcast. Kalshi - Download the Kalshi app and use code KARAGOLDIN to get $20 when you trade $20. Freshbooks - Go to FreshBooks to get FreshBooks for less than $3 a month for your first four months — that's 90% off. LinkedIn Jobs - Head to LinkedIn.com/KaraGoldin to post your job for free. Seed - Go to Seed.com/KARAGOLDIN and use code KARA to get 25% off. Chime - Join the millions who are already banking fee-free today. Head to Chime.com/KARAGOLDIN.   Check out our website to view this episode’s show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/891

    891 Ann Williams: Founder of Yearly Co.

  2. 3d ago

    890 Ana Rosenstein: Founder & CEO of Amante 1530

    Can a startup really take on Aperol and Campari—and win?Ana Rosenstein is the Founder and CEO of Amante 1530, a modern Italian aperitivo that is less sweet than Aperol, less bitter than Campari, and made with 25% less sugar than Aperol.In this episode, Ana shares how she saw an opening in a category dominated by legacy brands and built Amante as a modern alternative. We talk about challenger-brand strategy, winning distribution, building desire around a premium product, changing drinking habits, and what it takes to compete against companies with much bigger budgets.Ana also shares what she has learned moving from investor to founder, building with authenticity, and writing Drinking Alone, her Substack on ambition, relationships, identity, and modern life.Listen wherever you get your podcasts. 🎧   Are you interested in sponsoring and advertising on The Kara Goldin Show, which is now in the Top 1% of Entrepreneur podcasts in the world? Let me know by contacting me at karagoldin@gmail.com. You can also find me @‌KaraGoldin on all networks.   To learn more about Ana Rosenstein and Amante 1530:https://www.amante1530.com/https://www.instagram.com/amante_1530/https://www.tiktok.com/@amante1530https://www.linkedin.com/in/anarosenstein/https://drinkingalone.substack.com/   Sponsored By: AT&T Business - Switch to AT&T Business at business.att.com Skylight - Go to myskylight.com/KARAGOLDIN for $30 off your 15 inch Calendar. Odoo - Discover how Odoo can take your business to the next level by visiting Odoo.com   Check out our website to view this episode’s show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/890

    890 Ana Rosenstein: Founder & CEO of Amante 1530

  3. 5d ago

    889 Bree McKeen: Founder & CEO of Evelyn & Bobbie

    Tolerate discomfort? Not today. ✨On The Kara Goldin Show, I sit down with Bree McKeen, Founder and CEO of Evelyn & Bobbie — the intimates brand reimagining what women should expect from their bras.Bree’s own experience as a 34G woman dealing with tension headaches, shoulder pain, and posture issues led her to question one of the most worn — and least questioned — items in a woman’s wardrobe.We talk about how she left a finance career to reinvent the bra from the inside out, developed Evelyn & Bobbie’s patented EB Core® wire-free support technology, and built a brand focused on comfort, confidence, inclusivity, and real product innovation.If you’re interested in founders solving real customer pain points and challenging industries that accepted “good enough” for too long, check out the interview on my podcast. You can find it here or anywhere you listen to podcasts 🎧   Are you interested in sponsoring and advertising on The Kara Goldin Show, which is now in the Top 1% of Entrepreneur podcasts in the world? Let me know by contacting me at karagoldin@gmail.com. You can also find me @‌KaraGoldin on all networks.   To learn more about Bree McKeen and Evelyn & Bobbie:https://evelynbobbie.com/https://www.instagram.com/evelynbobbie/https://www.linkedin.com/company/evelyn-&-bobbie/https://www.instagram.com/breemckeen/https://www.linkedin.com/in/bmckeen/   Sponsored By: Square - Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/karagoldin Rippling - Head to Rippling.AI/KaraGoldin and get the only AI to give you full visibility across your business and take complex actions across your entire organization. CashApp - For a limited time, new customers can get $10 added to their balance. Just use code BITCOIN10 when you sign up, and—don’t forget this part—send at least $5 to a friend in the first two weeks. Terms apply. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Bitcoin services provided by Block, Inc. brand. For additional information, see the Bitcoin disclosures at cash.app/legal/podcast. Ritual - Save 25% on your first month at Ritual.com/GOLDIN LinkedIn Jobs - Head to LinkedIn.com/KaraGoldin to post your job for free.   Check out our website to view this episode’s show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/889

    889 Bree McKeen: Founder & CEO of Evelyn & Bobbie

  4. Sep 7

    888 Kevin Gianni: Co-founder & CEO of Annmarie Skin Care & Salt + Blue

    What does it really take to build a brand that lasts—not just through growth, but through every stage that follows?On The Kara Goldin Show, I sit down with Kevin Gianni, Co-Founder and CEO of Annmarie Skin Care—a clean beauty brand built on ingredient transparency, thoughtful growth, and a commitment to doing things differently.We talk about how Kevin built Annmarie Skin Care long before "clean beauty" became a buzzword, why he believes in making fewer, better bets instead of chasing growth at all costs, and what inspired him to launch his second company, Salt + Blue, after more than 16 years of entrepreneurship.We also dive into what consumers should really look for in skincare, how to build trust in a crowded category, why saying "no" is one of the most important skills a founder can develop, and the lessons Kevin has learned through every season of building a business.If you're interested in building an enduring brand, leading through change, or learning what it really takes to grow a company without losing your values, you'll want to hear this conversation. You can find it here or anywhere you listen to podcasts. 🎧   Are you interested in sponsoring and advertising on The Kara Goldin Show, which is now in the Top 1% of Entrepreneur podcasts in the world? Let me know by contacting me at karagoldin@gmail.com. You can also find me @‌KaraGoldin on all networks.   To learn more about Kevin Gianni, Annmarie Skin Care, and Salt + Blue:https://www.annmarieskincare.com/https://www.instagram.com/annmarieskincare/https://www.instagram.com/saltandblue/https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-gianni-357b5420/   Sponsored By: Chime - Join the millions who are already banking fee-free today. Head to Chime.com/KARAGOLDIN. LinkedIn Jobs - Head to LinkedIn.com/KaraGoldin to post your job for free. RULA - Go to Rula.com/KARAGOLDIN for convenient therapy that’s covered by insurance. Zazzle - Right now, save 25% on your first order at Zazzle.com Hero Bread - Hero Bread is offering 10% off your order. Just go to HERO.co and use code KARAGOLDIN at checkout. AT&T Business - Switch to AT&T Business at business.att.com   Check out our website to view this episode’s show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/888

    888 Kevin Gianni: Co-founder & CEO of Annmarie Skin Care & Salt + Blue

  5. Sep 4

    887 Daniel Kiyoi: Co-Founder of Nocturnal Skincare

    What happens when you've spent years helping build some of the world's biggest beauty brands—and decide it's time to create one that's completely different? On this episode of The Kara Goldin Show, I'm joined by Daniel Kiyoi, Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Nocturnal Skincare. Before launching Nocturnal, Daniel built his career at iconic companies including Estée Lauder, Smashbox Cosmetics, Tarte Cosmetics, TULA, and L'Oréal. After years of helping shape global beauty brands, he set out to build one rooted in something much deeper: intentional design, cultural authenticity, and products that truly perform. Daniel shares the story behind Nocturnal, a luxury skincare brand inspired by Japandi—the fusion of Japanese minimalism and Scandinavian functionality. We discuss why he and his co-founder spent four years developing the brand before launching, why they chose to begin with a single hero product, and why they believe the future of skincare is about creating fewer, smarter products that work with the skin rather than against it. We also dive into the unexpected success of the brand's now cult-favorite Japandi Knot Bag, how Daniel's Japanese heritage influences everything from product design to storytelling, and what he's learned about entrepreneurship after years working inside some of the biggest companies in beauty. Whether you're a founder, marketer, product builder, or simply fascinated by how meaningful brands are created, this conversation is packed with practical insights on patience, creativity, authenticity, and building a company with a clear point of view. Now on The Kara Goldin Show.   Are you interested in sponsoring and advertising on The Kara Goldin Show, which is now in the Top 1% of Entrepreneur podcasts in the world? Let me know by contacting me at karagoldin@gmail.com. You can also find me @‌KaraGoldin on all networks.   To learn more about Daniel Kiyoi and Nocturnal Skincare, visit:https://www.nocturnalskin.comhttps://www.instagram.com/nocturnalskincare/https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-kiyoi-7020a724/https://www.instagram.com/copaceticwanderer/   Sponsored By: Pendulum - get an exclusive 20% off their first order at PendulumLife.com/KARAGOLDIN Thrive Causemetics - Go to ThriveCausemetics.com/KARAGOLDIN for an exclusive offer of 20% off your first order. LinkedIn Jobs - Head to LinkedIn.com/KaraGoldin to post your job for free. CashApp - For a limited time, new customers can get $10 added to their balance. Just use code BITCOIN10 when you sign up, and—don’t forget this part—send at least $5 to a friend in the first two weeks. Terms apply. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Bitcoin services provided by Block, Inc. brand. For additional information, see the Bitcoin disclosures at cash.app/legal/podcast. IM8 - Get a free Welcome Kit and 5 free Travel sachets plus 10% off with code KARAGOLDIN at IM8HEALTH.com/karagoldin   Check out our website to view this episode’s show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/887

    887 Daniel Kiyoi: Co-Founder of Nocturnal Skincare

  6. Sep 2

    886 Caroline Dell: Co-Founder of Goodword

    What if your greatest competitive advantage isn't your product, your funding, or even your experience—but the relationships you've built over time?On this episode of The Kara Goldin Show, I'm joined by Caroline Dell, Co-Founder and CEO of Goodword, an AI-powered relationship management platform helping founders and operators turn their networks into one of their most valuable business assets.Before launching Goodword, Caroline was a founding executive at Chief, where she helped scale the company from 200 members to 20,000 and more than $120 million in ARR, recruiting 80% of its top-tier talent and helping build one of the fastest-growing female-founded companies to reach unicorn status. Before Chief, she was one of the earliest employees at LOLA and began her career at Bain & Company.In this episode, Caroline shares what she learned from helping build high-growth companies before becoming a founder herself, why relationships—not transactions—have shaped every stage of her career, and how those experiences inspired her to create Goodword.We also discuss why AI should strengthen human connection rather than replace it, what founders often misunderstand about networking, how to identify the relationships that matter most, and why investing in your network may be one of the highest-return activities of your career.Whether you're building a company, growing your career, raising capital, or simply looking to become a better leader, this conversation is full of practical insights on leadership, relationships, scaling teams, and creating opportunities that last.In This Episode, You'll Learn:Why Caroline left Chief to co-found GoodwordThe lessons she learned helping scale Chief from 200 members to over $120 million in ARRWhy relationships are a founder's greatest competitive advantageThe difference between networking and building meaningful relationshipsHow AI can strengthen—not replace—human connectionWhy great operators often become exceptional foundersWhat it takes to recruit and build high-performing teamsCaroline's advice for founders looking to build lasting careers and companiesIf you enjoyed this episode, I'd love for you to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who's passionate about entrepreneurship, leadership, AI, and building meaningful relationships.Now on The Kara Goldin Show.   Are you interested in sponsoring and advertising on The Kara Goldin Show, which is now in the Top 1% of Entrepreneur podcasts in the world? Let me know by contacting me at karagoldin@gmail.com. You can also find me @‌KaraGoldin on all networks.   To learn more about Caroline Dell and Goodword:https://www.goodword.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/caroline-dell/https://www.linkedin.com/company/trygoodword/https://www.instagram.com/foundercaroline/https://www.instagram.com/trygoodword/   Sponsored By: AT&T Business - Switch to AT&T Business at business.att.com LinkedIn Jobs - Head to LinkedIn.com/KaraGoldin to post your job for free. Perplexity Computer - For a limited time, you can try Perplexity Computer for FREE at PPLX.ai/karagoldin. Wayfair - Head to Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less.   Check out our website to view this episode’s show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/886

    886 Caroline Dell: Co-Founder of Goodword

  7. Aug 31

    885 Dr. Whitney Hovenic: Co-Founder of SPOOGE

    On The Kara Goldin Show, I sit down with Dr. Whitney Hovenic, double board-certified dermatologist, Mohs surgeon, and Co-Founder of SPOOGE — a mineral SPF brand with serious dermatology expertise, a playful attitude, and a mission to change how people think about daily sun protection. We talk about why sunscreen has always had a branding problem, what Whitney is seeing in her practice as she treats skin cancer patients — including people in their 20s and 30s — and why Gen Z and Gen Alpha tanning trends have made this conversation more urgent than ever. Whitney shares how SPOOGE came to be, including the story behind the name, and why she and her co-founder Hillary Schieve wanted to build a brand that makes SPF feel as routine as brushing your teeth. We also get into Hillary’s personal connection to the mission as a kidney transplant recipient on lifelong immunosuppressants, and why daily protection is not optional for so many people. We also talk about what traditional SPF messaging gets wrong, how humor can help people engage with skin health, and what it takes to create mineral, reef-safe formulas that people actually want to use every day. Plus, Whitney shares what she has learned from SPOOGE’s first year — from editor love and awards to retail traction, medspa reorder rates, TikTok buzz, and strong Amazon performance. If you’re interested in learning what it takes to build a beauty brand with a serious mission, change behavior around daily SPF, or make skin health feel modern, fun, and approachable — check out the interview on my podcast. You can find it here or anywhere you listen to podcasts 🎧   Are you interested in sponsoring and advertising on The Kara Goldin Show, which is now in the Top 1% of Entrepreneur podcasts in the world? Let me know by contacting me at karagoldin@gmail.com. You can also find me @‌KaraGoldin on all networks.   To learn more about Dr. Whitney Hovenic and SPOOGE:https://spooge.cohttps://www.instagram.com/spooge.co/https://www.instagram.com/drwhitneyhovenic/https://www.linkedin.com/in/whitney-hovenic-a5739389/   Sponsored By: Monarch Money - Use code KARAGOLDIN at Monarch.com to get your first year half off at just $50. Rippling - Head to Rippling.AI/KaraGoldin and get the only AI to give you full visibility across your business and take complex actions across your entire organization. Kalshi - Download the Kalshi app and use code KARAGOLDIN to get $20 when you trade $20. Vinted - Download the Vinted app for free and start listing today. With no seller fees, you keep everything you earn. Upwork - Visit Upwork.com right now and post your job for free. CashApp - For a limited time, new customers can get $10 added to their balance. Just use code BITCOIN10 when you sign up, and—don’t forget this part—send at least $5 to a friend in the first two weeks. Terms apply. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Bitcoin services provided by Block, Inc. brand. For additional information, see the Bitcoin disclosures at cash.app/legal/podcast.   Check out our website to view this episode’s show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/885

    885 Dr. Whitney Hovenic: Co-Founder of SPOOGE

  8. Aug 28

    884 Ayla Barmmer: Founder & CEO of FullWell

    What if the biggest opportunity to improve reproductive health—and even the health of future generations—starts long before pregnancy? On this episode of The Kara Goldin Show, I sit down with Ayla Barmmer, Founder and CEO of FullWell, a reproductive wellness company setting a new standard for evidence-based nutrition before, during, and after pregnancy. Ayla is a registered dietitian with more than 20 years of experience specializing in fertility nutrition. After years of working with patients, she recognized a major gap between what science supported and what consumers were being told about reproductive health and supplements. That realization led her to build FullWell, a company dedicated to creating clinically backed nutrition designed to support fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause, and beyond. In this episode, Ayla shares why reproductive health deserves a much bigger place in the wellness conversation, how nutrition impacts fertility for both women and men, and why the choices we make today may influence health for generations to come. We also discuss the supplement industry, how consumers can separate science from marketing, what it takes to build trust in a crowded wellness category, and Ayla's journey from clinician to entrepreneur. Whether you're thinking about starting a family, interested in longevity and preventive health, or building a mission-driven company, this conversation is packed with practical insights on nutrition, leadership, entrepreneurship, and creating meaningful impact.   Are you interested in sponsoring and advertising on The Kara Goldin Show, which is now in the Top 1% of Entrepreneur podcasts in the world? Let me know by contacting me at karagoldin@gmail.com. You can also find me @‌KaraGoldin on all networks.   To learn more about Ayla Barmmer and FullWell:https://www.fullwellfertility.comhttps://www.instagram.com/fullwellfertilityhttps://www.instagram.com/aylabarmmer/https://www.linkedin.com/in/aylabarmmer/   Sponsored By: AT&T Business - Switch to AT&T Business at business.att.com LinkedIn Jobs - Head to LinkedIn.com/KaraGoldin to post your job for free. Thirdlove - Head to Thirdlove.com and use code KARA15 for $15 off your first purchase. Zazzle - Right now, save 25% on your first order at Zazzle.com   Check out our website to view this episode’s show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/884

    884 Ayla Barmmer: Founder & CEO of FullWell
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Kara Goldin, Founder of Hint and Author of the WSJ Best Seller Undaunted, brings listeners real, unfiltered conversations with today’s boldest entrepreneurs, leaders, disruptors, and change-makers on The Kara Goldin Show. From overcoming setbacks to building iconic brands, Kara dives deep into the stories of those who dared to do things differently. Guests like Tony Robbins (entrepreneur, author), Chip Wilson (Lululemon), Guy Kawasaki (Apple, Canva), Mindy Grossman (WW), and Amy Errett (Madison Reed) share the mindset, lessons, and raw truth behind building what others said was impossible.  Listen and learn from the Masters!

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  • Creator
    Kara Goldin
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    800
  • Rating
    Clean
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    Copyright © 2021 Kara Goldin and The Kara Goldin Show. All rights reserved.
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