The Lost and Founder: From Zero to One.

Brody Derich
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The Lost and Founder started as a safe place for entrepreneurs to talk about mental health. It grew into something bigger. Because it turns out the things that break you and the things that build you are the same conversation. Hosted by Brody Derich - AI consultant, serial entrepreneur, and the guy who sold companies to EMI and a US security firm before most people figured out what they were building - The Lost and Founder is now the show for founders who want the full picture. AI strategy. Platform architecture. Business execution. Mental health. The messy, uncomfortable, real version of going from zero to one. No decks. No buzzwords. No surface-level inspiration porn. Just Brody and some of the most interesting operators, founders, athletes, and humans alive - having the conversations that actually matter. If you're building something and you want to know what it really takes - this is your show.

  1. 05/12/2025

    Alien Probing, Addictions, Vampire-Zombie Hybrids and WTF Moments – Welcome to Season 2

    In this episode of The Lost and Founder, we sit down with David Shamszad, CEO of SG Real Estate, to discuss his profound journey from addiction and mental illness to entrepreneurial success. David shares how early struggles with depression and trauma led him to substance abuse at a young age. Diagnosed with bipolar disorder in his early twenties, he faced a decade-long battle with mental health challenges and addiction. Through vulnerability and acceptance, David embarked on a path to recovery, transforming his life and career. Today, he leads a thriving real estate enterprise and advocates for mental health awareness, aiming to change the dialogue around mental illness and addiction.  The Lost and Founder is a podcast hosted by Brody "Savage Brody" Derich and Gelsey Laurie, blending candid conversations on mental health with sharp takes on current events, social issues, and a healthy dose of comedy. Savage Brody is an entrepreneur, streamer, and mental health advocate who created the podcast as a safe space for founders and creatives to openly discuss their struggles with anxiety, depression, and burnout. His mission is to build a community that supports one another and normalizes the uncomfortable conversations around mental health. Joining him is Gelsey Laurie, a stuntwoman, dancer, actress, and host of the podcast Before My Time. Known for her love of vintage pop culture and her dynamic presence on platforms like TikTok and Instagram, Gelsey brings humor, insight, and a fresh perspective to the show.  Together, Brody and Gelsey interview high-profile celebrities, entrepreneurs, athletes, influencers, and everyday people about their battles with mental health, aiming to find new ways of conquering personal demons and continuing to build impactful things for the world. These interviews delve into the darkest corners of their guests' experiences, offering raw, hard-hitting discussions that go beyond surface-level conversations.

    Alien Probing, Addictions, Vampire-Zombie Hybrids and WTF Moments – Welcome to Season 2

  2. 07/13/2023

    Playboy Playmate and Actress Deborah Driggs Talks Depression, Life Coaching and You Can In Fact, Pay For Your Acting Classes as a Playmate.

    Deborah Driggs is an internal Playboy Playmate, actress and now an influential life coach. Join us today as we talk about her history with mental health and how she fell into life coaching. The Lost and Founder is a podcast created by Brody "Savage Brody" Derich, an internet personality and entrepreneur. The Lost and Founder was created as a safe place for entrepreneurs to talk about all things mental health with a mission of building a community that supports one another.  The Lost and Founder follows a journey where Brody interviews high-profile celebrities, entrepreneurs, athletes, influencers and every day people about their battle with depression and anxiety so that we can all find new ways of conquering our demons and continuing to build awesome things for the world. These interviews venture into some of the darkest places of their battles with mental health in a raw, hard-hitting fashion. The Lost and Founder is dedicated to going beyond the “surface level” conversations about depression and mental health. We want to have the conversations that make people uncomfortable so we can normalize talking about the uncomfortable. Our mission is to create a supportive community and remove the stigma with depression.

  3. 06/26/2023

    International Superstar Model and One of the Most Popular OnlyFans Influencers Laura Lux Talks Social Anxiety, Eating Disorders and Horse Tranquilizers

    Laura Lux is an internal superstar model, influencer and one of the most popular women on OnlyFans. Join us today as we talk about her history with social anxiety and body image issues The Lost and Founder is a podcast created by Brody "Savage Brody" Derich, an internet personality and entrepreneur. The Lost and Founder was created as a safe place for entrepreneurs to talk about all things mental health with a mission of building a community that supports one another.  The Lost and Founder follows a journey where Brody interviews high-profile celebrities, entrepreneurs, athletes, influencers and every day people about their battle with depression and anxiety so that we can all find new ways of conquering our demons and continuing to build awesome things for the world. These interviews venture into some of the darkest places of their battles with mental health in a raw, hard-hitting fashion. The Lost and Founder is dedicated to going beyond the “surface level” conversations about depression and mental health. We want to have the conversations that make people uncomfortable so we can normalize talking about the uncomfortable. Our mission is to create a supportive community and remove the stigma with depression.

  4. 06/06/2023

    Celebrity Trainer, Influencer and Dance Guru Alexa Giacinto Talks Anxiety, Faith and Her Constant Need For Movement

    Alexa Giacinto is a celebrity trainer, influencer and content creator. Today we delve into her history with depression, spirituality and her relationship with God during her worst moments. The Lost and Founder is a podcast created by Brody "Savage Brody" Derich, an internet personality and entrepreneur. The Lost and Founder was created as a safe place for entrepreneurs to talk about all things mental health with a mission of building a community that supports one another.  The Lost and Founder follows a journey where Brody interviews high-profile celebrities, entrepreneurs, athletes, influencers and every day people about their battle with depression and anxiety so that we can all find new ways of conquering our demons and continuing to build awesome things for the world. These interviews venture into some of the darkest places of their battles with mental health in a raw, hard-hitting fashion. The Lost and Founder is dedicated to going beyond the “surface level” conversations about depression and mental health. We want to have the conversations that make people uncomfortable so we can normalize talking about the uncomfortable. Our mission is to create a supportive community and remove the stigma with depression.

  5. 05/16/2023

    Former Wrestling Superstar Roxy Astor Gets Real About Homelessness, Woodland Hills Pill Popping and Glowgirl Reunions

    Roxy Astor is a former wrestling superstar with the Glow Girls who lost everything to addiction and depression. Now she dedicates her life to helping others. Share her story with her. The Lost and Founder is a podcast created by Brody "Savage Brody" Derich, an internet personality and entrepreneur. The Lost and Founder was created as a safe place for entrepreneurs to talk about all things mental health with a mission of building a community that supports one another.  The Lost and Founder follows a journey where Brody interviews high-profile celebrities, entrepreneurs, athletes, influencers and every day people about their battle with depression and anxiety so that we can all find new ways of conquering our demons and continuing to build awesome things for the world. These interviews venture into some of the darkest places of their battles with mental health in a raw, hard-hitting fashion. The Lost and Founder is dedicated to going beyond the “surface level” conversations about depression and mental health. We want to have the conversations that make people uncomfortable so we can normalize talking about the uncomfortable. Our mission is to create a supportive community and remove the stigma with depression.

  6. 04/30/2023

    7x TED Talker, 4x Best Selling Author and 1x Frozen Aunt, We Chat All Things Depression with the Mental Health Comedian Frank King

    Frank King is a 7x Ted Talker, 4x best selling author and known as the "Mental Health Comedian". Today we talk about how he left a lucrative career writing for Jay Leno, funny stories of being on tour and how he found his aunt in a freezer. The Lost and Founder is a podcast created by Brody "Savage Brody" Derich, an internet personality and entrepreneur. The Lost and Founder was created as a safe place for entrepreneurs to talk about all things mental health with a mission of building a community that supports one another.  The Lost and Founder follows a journey where Brody interviews high-profile celebrities, entrepreneurs, athletes, influencers and every day people about their battle with depression and anxiety so that we can all find new ways of conquering our demons and continuing to build awesome things for the world. These interviews venture into some of the darkest places of their battles with mental health in a raw, hard-hitting fashion. The Lost and Founder is dedicated to going beyond the “surface level” conversations about depression and mental health. We want to have the conversations that make people uncomfortable so we can normalize talking about the uncomfortable. Our mission is to create a supportive community and remove the stigma with depression.

  7. 04/04/2023

    Pizza, Performing and Anxiety, Rockstar JD McGibney from Angels on the Battlefield Gets Real About His Battle with Anxiety

    JD McGibney is a rockstar guitarist from the band "Angels on the Battlefield" and an outspoken advocate for positive mental health. Today we delve into his lifelong battle with chronic anxiety and how an introvert manages to use this anxiety to power his on-stage performances. The Lost and Founder is a podcast created by Brody "Savage Brody" Derich, an internet personality and entrepreneur. The Lost and Founder was created as a safe place for entrepreneurs to talk about all things mental health with a mission of building a community that supports one another.  The Lost and Founder follows a journey where Brody interviews high-profile celebrities, entrepreneurs, athletes, influencers and every day people about their battle with depression and anxiety so that we can all find new ways of conquering our demons and continuing to build awesome things for the world. These interviews venture into some of the darkest places of their battles with mental health in a raw, hard-hitting fashion. The Lost and Founder is dedicated to going beyond the “surface level” conversations about depression and mental health. We want to have the conversations that make people uncomfortable so we can normalize talking about the uncomfortable. Our mission is to create a supportive community and remove the stigma with depression.

  8. 03/15/2023

    Twitch Star Devin Mercier talks depression, suicide and child abuse.

    In this episode of The Lost and Founder, Savage Brody  chats with Twitch star Devin "Standard Mercenary" Mercier about depression, suic*de and being an introvert. The Lost and Founder is a podcast created by Brody "Savage Brody" Derich, an internet personality and entrepreneur. The Lost and Founder was created as a safe place for entrepreneurs to talk about all things mental health with a mission of building a community that supports one another.  The Lost and Founder follows a journey where Brody interviews high-profile celebrities, entrepreneurs, athletes, influencers and every day people about their battle with depression and anxiety so that we can all find new ways of conquering our demons and continuing to build awesome things for the world. These interviews venture into some of the darkest places of their battles with mental health in a raw, hard-hitting fashion. The Lost and Founder is dedicated to going beyond the “surface level” conversations about depression and mental health. We want to have the conversations that make people uncomfortable so we can normalize talking about the uncomfortable. Our mission is to create a supportive community and remove the stigma with depression.

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The Lost and Founder started as a safe place for entrepreneurs to talk about mental health. It grew into something bigger. Because it turns out the things that break you and the things that build you are the same conversation. Hosted by Brody Derich - AI consultant, serial entrepreneur, and the guy who sold companies to EMI and a US security firm before most people figured out what they were building - The Lost and Founder is now the show for founders who want the full picture. AI strategy. Platform architecture. Business execution. Mental health. The messy, uncomfortable, real version of going from zero to one. No decks. No buzzwords. No surface-level inspiration porn. Just Brody and some of the most interesting operators, founders, athletes, and humans alive - having the conversations that actually matter. If you're building something and you want to know what it really takes - this is your show.

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