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. 7h ago

    869 Jenney Korasick: Co-Founder of Leche

    869 Jenney Korasick: Co-Founder of Leche   Jenney’s path to entrepreneurship began with a problem she experienced firsthand. As a mother with an oversupply of breast milk, she wanted to donate — but quickly realized the system wasn’t built for modern families. It was fragmented, confusing, and far harder to navigate than it should be. That frustration became the starting point for Leche. In this episode, Jenney shares how one Instagram post sparked a donor community of more than 25,000 mothers, why she built community before product, and how Leche is working to make real donor breast milk more accessible to everyday families. We talk about trust, education, consumer behavior, and what it takes to build a category that did not really exist before. Jenney also shares what it has been like building in one of the most personal and emotional areas of family health, partnering with co-founder Trish Clifford, and growing a company while raising a family. This conversation is a powerful founder story about seeing an overlooked problem, building a movement, and creating something that families truly need.   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 Jenney Korasick and Leche:https://itsmyleche.com/https://www.instagram.com/itsmyleche/https://www.instagram.com/j_nales/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenneykorasick/   Sponsored By: AT&T Business - Switch to AT&T Business at business.att.com 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. Physician's Choice - Go to Amazon or PhysiciansChoice.com and use code PCPODCAST10 for 10% off your entire order Hostinger - Go to Hostinger.com/KARA and use code KARA for 10% off   Check out our website to view this episode’s show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/869

    869 Jenney Korasick: Co-Founder of Leche

  2. 2d ago

    868 Aimee Dudum: Co-Founder of VICI Collection

    868 Aimee Dudum: Co-Founder of VICI Collection   On today’s episode, we welcome Aimee Dudum Colorado, Co-Founder and Chief Merchandising & Marketing Officer of VICI Collection, one of the leading direct-to-consumer fashion brands to emerge from the Bay Area. Since launching in 2012, VICI has grown from a small startup into a highly loyal fashion destination known for its daily drop model, trend-driven assortments, and deep connection to its customer. In this episode, Aimee shares the story behind VICI’s growth, the early decisions that helped differentiate the brand, and how she recognized the power of social commerce and influencer marketing before many others in fashion retail. We discuss the evolution of consumer behavior, the strategy behind VICI’s daily drop model, and what it takes to build loyalty in one of the most competitive categories in consumer products. Aimee also opens up about balancing creativity with data, how her leadership style has evolved as the company has grown, and the opportunities she sees ahead for fashion, technology, and retail innovation. Whether you're building a consumer brand, leading a growing business, or fascinated by the future of retail, this conversation is packed with insights on staying close to your customer, scaling thoughtfully, and building a brand people genuinely love.   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 Aimee Dudum and VICI Collection:https://www.vicicollection.com/https://www.instagram.com/vicicollection/https://www.instagram.com/aimeedudum/https://www.linkedin.com/in/aimee-dudum-colorado-a0a4a3135/   Sponsored By: Pendulum - get an exclusive 20% off their first order at PendulumLife.com/KARAGOLDIN LinkedIn Jobs - Head to LinkedIn.com/KaraGoldin to post your job for free. Stamps.com - Go to Stamps.com and use code kara to get sixty days risk-free! Chime - Join the millions who are already banking fee-free today. Head to Chime.com/KARAGOLDIN. Hostinger - Go to Hostinger.com/KARA and use code KARA for 10% off   Check out our website to view this episode’s show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/868

    868 Aimee Dudum: Co-Founder of VICI Collection

  3. 4d ago

    867 Brynn MacLennan: Co-Founder & CEO of Slate Flosser

    On today’s episode, we welcome Brynn MacLennan, Co-Founder and CEO of Slate Flosser — a women-led oral care company on a mission to transform flossing from an overlooked chore into one of the most important habits in preventive health. A product designer, entrepreneur, and mother of five, Brynn built Slate after recognizing that flossing wasn’t a motivation problem—it was a design problem. What started as a Kickstarter project evolved into a seven-figure company and the #1 dentist-recommended electric flosser on the market. In this episode, Brynn shares how purchasing a dental practice opened her eyes to the connection between oral health and overall health, and why she believes the mouth is one of the most overlooked gateways to longevity. We discuss the three-year journey of developing Slate’s patented 3-in-1 electric flosser, the challenges of disrupting a stagnant category, and how thoughtful product design can change consumer behavior. Brynn also opens up about scaling from a garage invention to a nationally recognized brand, building a women-led company culture, balancing entrepreneurship with raising five children, and why a simple 60-second daily habit can have a meaningful impact on long-term health outcomes. A must-listen for founders, product innovators, health enthusiasts, and anyone interested in prevention, behavior change, and building a brand that solves a real-world problem.   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 Brynn MacLennan and Slate Flosser:https://www.slateflosser.com/https://www.instagram.com/slateflosser/https://www.linkedin.com/company/slate-flosser/https://www.linkedin.com/in/brynn-maclennan/   Sponsored By: AT&T Business - Switch to AT&T Business at business.att.com 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. Fatty15 - Get an additional 15% off a 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to Fatty15.com/KARA and using code KARA at checkout. LinkedIn Jobs - Head to LinkedIn.com/KaraGoldin to post your job for free. Upwork - Visit Upwork.com right now and post your job for free. Thrive Causemetics - Go to ThriveCausemetics.com/KARAGOLDIN for an exclusive offer of 20% off your first order.   Check out our website to view this episode’s show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/867

    867 Brynn MacLennan: Co-Founder & CEO of Slate Flosser

  4. Jul 17

    866 Rick Rosenfield: Co-Founder of California Pizza Kitchen and Author of The California Pizza Kitchen Story

    On today’s episode, we welcome Rick Rosenfield, Co-Founder of California Pizza Kitchen and author of The California Pizza Kitchen Story: How Two Federal Prosecutors Changed the Way America Eats Pizza. Before helping create one of the most recognizable restaurant brands in the world, Rick built a successful career as a federal prosecutor, handling major criminal cases and organized crime matters. But in 1985, he and his longtime friend and fellow attorney, Larry Flax, made an unexpected decision: leave the legal profession behind and open a pizza restaurant in Beverly Hills. What followed was one of the most remarkable brand-building stories in modern restaurant history. California Pizza Kitchen didn’t just create a successful restaurant—it helped redefine what pizza could be, pioneered California-style pizza, and reshaped the casual dining experience. From barbecue chicken pizza to open kitchens and elevated dining, CPK became a category-defining brand that grew from a single location into a global phenomenon. In this episode, Rick shares the lessons behind that journey, including the risks they took, the challenges of rapid growth, and the importance of building both a brand and a business. We discuss the culture-first philosophy that became the foundation of CPK, the ROCK values—Respect, Opportunity, Communication, and Kindness—and why culture ultimately matters more than product. Rick also reflects on entrepreneurship, leadership under pressure, partnerships, private equity, loss of control, and what happens when the company you built evolves beyond your hands. This conversation is packed with insights for entrepreneurs, operators, restaurant leaders, and anyone interested in building an enduring brand. Rick’s story is a reminder that some of the biggest opportunities come from taking an unconventional path—and having the courage to follow it.   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 Rick Rosenfield and The California Pizza Kitchen Story:https://www.rickrosenfield.com/https://www.instagram.com/rickrosenfield/https://www.linkedin.com/in/rick-rosenfield/   Sponsored By: Whatnot - Download Whatnot today and get $20 Off and free shipping on your first purchase. Decagon - Ready to transform your customer support? Go to Decagon.ai/KARAGOLDIN to get a personalized demo and see what Decagon can do for your team. 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/866

    866 Rick Rosenfield: Co-Founder of California Pizza Kitchen and Author of The California Pizza Kitchen Story

  5. Jul 15

    865 Katina Mountanos: Founder and CEO of Kosterina

    On today’s episode, we welcome Katina Mountanos, Founder and CEO of Kosterina — a modern Mediterranean wellness brand built around high-antioxidant, early-harvest extra virgin olive oil. Kosterina is what happens when someone is searching for something better, so they decide to create it. Katina grew up with olive oil as part of everyday life, but later realized that much of what was sold in the U.S. lacked the quality, freshness, and health benefits consumers expected. That discovery became her why: to make truly great olive oil more accessible and help people live longer, healthier, and more delicious lives. In this episode, Katina shares what most consumers still don’t understand about olive oil, why she built Kosterina as a wellness brand, how she scaled into retailers like Whole Foods and Target, and what it takes to turn a timeless ingredient into a modern lifestyle company. So, so good! 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 Katina Mountanos and Kosterina:https://www.kosterina.comhttps://www.instagram.com/kosterinahttps://www.instagram.com/katinamountanoshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/katerinamountanos   Sponsored By: AT&T Business - Switch to AT&T Business at business.att.com Stamps.com - Go to Stamps.com and use code kara to get sixty days risk-free! 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/865

    865 Katina Mountanos: Founder and CEO of Kosterina

  6. Jul 13

    864 Adeela Hussain Johnson: CEO of BÉIS

    What does it take to build a travel brand for the way people actually live, move, pack, and go today? On today’s episode, we welcome Adeela Hussain Johnson, CEO of BÉIS — the travel and lifestyle brand reimagining luggage, bags, and accessories for life on the go. Adeela has helped scale BÉIS into a $250M+ global business by staying focused on thoughtful design, functionality, accessibility, and disciplined growth. As the company has expanded across categories, channels, and markets, she has helped navigate the shift from startup momentum to building a business designed to last. In this episode, we talk about growth, leadership, and the hard decisions that come when a company gets big enough that saying "no" becomes more important than saying "yes." Adeela shares a candid look at what it really takes to scale a modern consumer brand—and why the challenges only get more interesting as the business gets bigger. If you're building a company, leading a team, or navigating growth at any stage, you'll want to hear this conversation. Don't miss this conversation!   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 Adeela Hussain Johnson and BÉIS:https://BÉIStravel.comhttps://www.instagram.com/BÉIS/https://www.instagram.com/adeelajohnson/https://www.linkedin.com/in/adeelahjohnson/https://www.tiktok.com/@BÉIS   Sponsored By: Acorns - Head to Acorns.com/KARA or download the Acorns app to get started. Warby Parker - Get 15% off + Free Shipping when they buy 2 or more pairs of prescription glasses at WarbyParker.com/KARAGOLDIN Chime - Join the millions who are already banking fee-free today. Head to Chime.com/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.   Check out our website to view this episode’s show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/864

    864 Adeela Hussain Johnson: CEO of BÉIS

  7. Jul 10

    863 Lauren Kleban: Founder & CEO of LEKFIT

    On today’s episode, we welcome Lauren Kleban, Founder and CEO of LEKFIT — the luxury fitness brand known for its signature rebounder-based workouts, devoted community, and intentional approach to movement and wellness. Lauren started teaching her method out of her garage in 2014. Within a year, classes were selling out, celebrities like Busy Philipps were showing up, and LEKFIT was becoming more than a workout — it was becoming a movement built on consistency, trust, and results. In this episode, Lauren shares how she grew LEKFIT into a global digital platform and flagship Los Angeles studio, what separates a lasting fitness method from a trend, and how she has scaled without losing the integrity, safety, and community that made the brand special. So good! This is a must listen.   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 Lauren Kleban and LEKFIT:https://www.lekfit.com/https://www.instagram.com/lekfit/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/lekfit/https://www.instagram.com/laurenkleban/   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. Zazzle - Right now, save 25% on your first order at Zazzle.com CashApp Decagon - Ready to transform your customer support? Go to Decagon.ai/KARAGOLDIN to get a personalized demo and see what Decagon can do for your team. 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/863

    863 Lauren Kleban: Founder & CEO of LEKFIT

  8. Jul 8

    862 Erica Small: Co-Founder of Yes Way Rosé

    On today’s episode, we welcome Erica Small, Co-Founder of Yes Way Rosé — a brand that proves some of the best consumer companies don’t start with a product. They start with a point of view. What began as a social media movement between two lifelong friends became one of the leading rosé brands in the U.S., with more than 13 million bottles sold and nationwide distribution. Not bad for two founders who didn’t come from the wine industry and decided to challenge a category that often takes itself far too seriously. In this episode, Erica shares how she and her co-founder built a community before they ever sold a bottle of wine, why being outsiders became their biggest advantage, and what it took to break through in a crowded category filled with legacy brands and celebrity labels. We also discuss the evolution of Yes Way Rosé from their “party era” to their “mom era,” the launch of their new non-alcoholic rosé, and why consumer behavior around drinking is changing faster than many people realize. This is a conversation about brand-building, storytelling, community, and knowing when to evolve without losing what made people fall in love with your brand in the first place. This is a must listen. You can find the interview 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 Erica Small and Yes Way Rosé:https://www.yeswayrose.com/https://www.instagram.com/yeswayrose/https://www.instagram.com/ericablumenthal/https://www.linkedin.com/in/erica-blumenthal/   Sponsored By: Square - Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/karagoldin Naturium - Give your skin the affordable, luxurious glow up it deserves. Go to Naturium.com/KARAGOLDIN for 10% off your first purchase today. LinkedIn Jobs - Head to LinkedIn.com/KaraGoldin to post your job for free. Superhuman Go - Helps the whole team move faster. Find out more at Superhuman.com RULA - Go to Rula.com/KARAGOLDIN for convenient therapy that’s covered by insurance. Pebl - Manage your global workforce in one place. Go to Hipebl.ai for a limited-time offer.   Check out our website to view this episode’s show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/862

    862 Erica Small: Co-Founder of Yes Way Rosé
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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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