The Big Idea with Elizabeth Gore

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This is your ultimate guide to navigating the wild ride of launching a small business - packed real talk, expert strategies, and inspiring success stories. Catch new episodes every Thursday.

  1. 10H AGO

    Meet the CEO whose startup is on a mission to grow plants in space

    This CEO turned an out-of-this-world dream into a reality… This week on The Big Idea with Elizabeth Gore, InterstellarLab founder and CEO Barbara Belvisi joins the show to answer the question: What does it take to turn an impossible idea into a real business? Belvisi and Interstellar Lab are building AI-powered biospheric systems that will ultimately enable multi-planetary farming. Yahoo Finance’s The Big Idea with Elizabeth Gore takes you on a journey with America’s entrepreneurs as they navigate the world of small business. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com Yahoo Finance’s The Big Idea with Elizabeth Gore is hosted by Elizabeth Gore. It is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

    26 min

  2. FEB 12

    How this CEO turned free blog posts into a successful paid business

    What if the key to growth is already in your DMs? This week on The Big Idea with Elizabeth Gore, Outfit Formulas CEO & Founder Alison Lumbatis  joins the show to answer the question: How do I turn followers into paying members? What started as a blog about escaping Lumbatis’ “yoga pants rut,” Outfit Formulas turned into a $19-a-month membership community after she simply asked her audience what they needed. By building trust, listening closely, and delivering real value, Lumbatis transformed loyal readers into a thriving, app-based community. Yahoo Finance’s The Big Idea with Elizabeth Gore takes you on a journey with America’s entrepreneurs as they navigate the world of small business.

    23 min

  3. FEB 5

    Inside the heated rivalry that helped ignite Vita Coco's success

    Turning an unknown product into a household name is rare and this founder made it happen… This week on The Big Idea with Elizabeth Gore, Vita Coco (COCO) Co-Founder and Executive Chairman Mike Kirban joins the show to answer the question: How do you break into a market that’s never heard of your product? Kirban shares stories of launching Vita Coco and tapping into a new market by bringing coconut water to the United States, including getting ahead of a competing rival brand. Yahoo Finance’s The Big Idea with Elizabeth Gore takes you on a journey with America’s entrepreneurs as they navigate the world of small business.

    26 min

  4. JAN 29

    Why speed to market matters more than the perfect business plan

    Want to quickly start a business? This founder did it in six months… This week on The Big Idea with Elizabeth Gore, Explorer Cold Brew founder Cason Crane joins the show to answer the question: How can I quickly create a company? Cason shares stories of launching his cold brew company during the Covid-19 pandemic and offers expert insight on how he turned Explorer from a big idea into a fully running business in under half a year. Yahoo Finance’s The Big Idea with Elizabeth Gore takes you on a journey with America’s entrepreneurs as they navigate the world of small business. Yahoo Finance’s The Big Idea with Elizabeth Gore is hosted by Elizabeth Gore. It is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

    46 min

  5. JAN 22

    Why the hardest part of running a business is staying in business

    Building whiskey takes years. Building a business takes even longer… This week on The Big Idea with Elizabeth Gore, Willie’s Distillery owner Willie Blazer joins the show to answer the question: How do I grow a small business when costs, laws, and regulations keep changing? A veteran entrepreneur, Blazer shares lessons from building a craft whiskey brand, navigating cash flow, funding hurdles, and complex spirits regulations, while explaining how discipline, planning, and adaptability are key to for helping small businesses not only survive, but thrive. Yahoo Finance’s The Big Idea with Elizabeth Gore takes you on a journey with America’s entrepreneurs as they navigate the world of small business. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com Yahoo Finance’s The Big Idea with Elizabeth Gore is hosted by Elizabeth Gore. It is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

    25 min

  6. JAN 15

    Venture Capital isn't for every business - here's how to know

    Not every business should take venture capital. This founder breaks down what you need to know… This week on The Big Idea with Elizabeth Gore, Seven Seven Six founding partner Katelin Holloway joins the show to answer the question: How do you know it is time to take on venture capital? Holloway shares her experiences at Seven Seven Six, a venture capital firm, and what she looks for as she and her team invest in new business opportunities. The former Reddit VP offers insight on what small business owners can do to see if venture capital is the right path for them. Yahoo Finance’s The Big Idea with Elizabeth Gore takes you on a journey with America’s entrepreneurs as they navigate the world of small business. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com Yahoo Finance’s The Big Idea with Elizabeth Gore is hosted by Elizabeth Gore. It is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

    25 min

  7. JAN 8

    Why saving money isn't enough for small business owners

    Having enough capital is critical when running a business - but saving income isn't enough to help grow wealth... This week on The Big Idea with Elizabeth Gore, Howard Enterprise founder and the Wall Street Trapper Leon Howard joins the show to answer the question: How can I use a Wall Street mindset for my business? Howard, a financial educator, shares his expert advice for entrepreneurs on how they can grow their wealth and business, and set themselves up for long term success. Yahoo Finance’s The Big Idea with Elizabeth Gore takes you on a journey with America’s entrepreneurs as they navigate the world of small business. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com Yahoo Finance’s The Big Idea with Elizabeth Gore is hosted by Elizabeth Gore. It is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

    26 min

  8. JAN 1

    Why ‘affordability’ became the defining market word of 2025

    We’re switching things up this week with a podcast swap, bringing a standout episode from Yahoo Finance's Stocks in Translation to our feed... In this episode of Stocks in Translation, Investopedia editor in chief Caleb Silver joins host Jared Blikre and Yahoo Finance Head of News Myles Udland to discuss the word ‘affordability’ and why it became Investopedia’s Term of the Year. Though the market continues to boom, costs still seem high. From housing, to groceries, to insurance, etc, the trio look at investor sentiment and what it all means for the markets heading into 2026. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com.

    26 min
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