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. 799 Raj Alva: Co-Founder of Whiskey JYPSI

    1D AGO

    799 Raj Alva: Co-Founder of Whiskey JYPSI

    On today’s episode, we welcome Raj Alva, Co-Founder of Whiskey JYPSI — the award-winning whiskey brand redefining modern American whiskey through craft, culture, and storytelling. Raj is a serial entrepreneur, brand architect, and investor known for building culturally resonant consumer brands that thrive during moments of disruption. With Whiskey JYPSI, he saw white space in a category steeped in tradition and chose to approach it differently — focusing on blending excellence, creative freedom, and emotional connection rather than owning a distillery or following conventional playbooks. In this episode, Raj shares how Whiskey JYPSI was built by leaning into uncertainty, why blending can be a creative advantage, and what it takes to build a brand that resonates beyond the bottle. We dive into brand-building during disruption, the role of culture and storytelling in consumer loyalty, founder responsibility beyond profit, and how values-driven leadership creates durable, meaningful businesses. This conversation offers powerful insight for founders, operators, and anyone building brands with intention and conviction.   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 Raj Alva and Whiskey JYPSI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-alva-a654801/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/whiskeyjypsi/   Sponsored By: Bilt - Join the loyalty program for renters at JoinBilt.com/KARAGOLDIN   Check out our website to view this episode’s show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/799

    28 min
  2. 798 Kayse Gehret: Founder of Microdosing for Healing

    3D AGO

    798 Kayse Gehret: Founder of Microdosing for Healing

    On today’s episode, we welcome Kayse Gehret, Founder and Microdosing Guide behind Microdosing for Healing — a global education platform bringing clarity, intention, and responsibility to the rapidly growing conversation around microdosing. With nearly 30 years of experience in the healing arts, Kayse has supported more than 1,400 individuals across 30+ countries. Her work stands apart for its grounded, nervous-system–informed approach, emphasizing preparation, integration, and discernment over hype or quick fixes. Rather than treating microdosing as a trend, Kayse frames it as a deeply personal practice rooted in safety, self-awareness, and lived experience. In this episode, Kayse breaks down what microdosing actually is (and what it isn’t), who it may or may not be right for, and what responsible guidance looks like in a space often clouded by misinformation. We explore how to begin thoughtfully, what to look for in a guide or program, what to realistically expect, and why integration matters just as much as the protocol itself. This is an honest, educational conversation for anyone curious, cautious, or simply looking for better information.   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 Kayse Gehret and Microdosing for Healing: https://www.microdosingforhealing.com/ https://www.instagram.com/kaysegehret/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaysegehret/   Sponsored By: BetterWild - up to 40% off your order at betterwild.com/KARAGOLDIN Circleback - Go to Circleback.ai and use code KARA for 1 month free.   Check out our website to view this episode’s show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/798

    28 min
  3. 797 Genevieve Dolan: Founder & CEO of Golden Child Beauty

    6D AGO

    797 Genevieve Dolan: Founder & CEO of Golden Child Beauty

    On today’s episode, we welcome Genevieve Dolan, Founder & CEO of Golden Child Beauty — the modern skincare brand built around balance, simplicity, and supporting skin through real life. Genevieve’s path to building Golden Child Beauty was shaped by years of navigating cystic acne, prescription treatments, and extremes that often left her skin — and confidence — worse off. Instead of launching an overwhelming routine, she chose a radically restrained approach: a simple system designed to calm, hydrate, and support the skin barrier, while working alongside stress, seasonal changes, and even dermatologist-prescribed treatments. In this episode, Genevieve shares why doing less can actually create better results, how emotional trust plays a role in skincare, and what it takes to build products people rely on — not just physically, but emotionally. We talk about restraint in a hype-driven industry, transparency, product compatibility, and how to scale a brand without losing its intention. A thoughtful conversation for founders, operators, and anyone rethinking how skincare — and self-care — can feel more supportive and human.   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 Genevieve Dolan and Golden Child Beauty: https://www.goldenchildskin.com https://www.instagram.com/goldenchildskin/ https://www.instagram.com/vievesss/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/gsdolan/   Sponsored By: Upwork - Visit Upwork.com right now and post your job for free and connect with top talent. Quo - Try Quo for free, PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to Quo.com/karagoldin   Check out our website to view this episode’s show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/797

    27 min
  4. 796 Kristi Lord: Co-Founder of L’AVANT Collective

    FEB 4

    796 Kristi Lord: Co-Founder of L’AVANT Collective

    On today’s episode, we welcome Kristi Lord, Co-Founder of L’AVANT Collective — the plant-based, design-forward home care brand redefining how everyday cleaning looks, feels, and smells. Kristi’s journey to entrepreneurship wasn’t linear. After spending two decades in finance and accounting, she and co-founder Lindsay Droz set out to challenge an overlooked category by creating high-performance, non-toxic home care products that were not only effective, but beautiful enough to live on your countertop. In this episode, Kristi shares how L’AVANT Collective was built at the intersection of efficacy, sustainability, and luxury — from developing formulas that truly work to scaling into more than 1,000 retail locations nationwide. We dive into co-founder dynamics, trust and alignment, category creation, and what it takes to grow a values-driven brand without losing its essence. A thoughtful, inspiring conversation for founders, operators, and anyone reimagining how functional products can also be aspirational.   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 Kristi Lord and L’AVANT Collective: https://www.instagram.com/lavantcollective https://www.linkedin.com/company/lavant-collective https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristi-lord/ https://www.lavantcollective.com   Sponsored By: Square - Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/karagoldin RULA - Go to Rula.com/KARAGOLDIN for convenient therapy that’s covered by insurance. Wix -Try Wix Harmony for free at wix.com/harmony   Check out our website to view this episode’s show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/796

    31 min
  5. 795 Alex Whitmore: Founder & CEO of Taza

    FEB 2

    795 Alex Whitmore: Founder & CEO of Taza

    On today’s episode, we welcome Alex Whitmore, Founder & CEO of Taza Chocolate — the pioneering craft chocolate brand known for its bold, stone-ground texture and radical transparency in sourcing. Alex’s journey began with a single cup of traditional stone-ground chocolate in Oaxaca, Mexico — an experience that completely reshaped how he thought about food, sourcing, and business. When he returned to Boston, he and his wife Kathleen Fulton began making chocolate using the traditional methods he learned there, and Taza was born. In this episode, Alex shares how Taza grew into one of the most values-driven chocolate companies in the U.S., why it became the first to implement third-party-certified Direct Trade cacao, and what it really means to publish exactly what farmers are paid. We also discuss how the chocolate industry has changed over the past 20 years, what’s happening behind the scenes with rising cocoa prices and supply chain pressure, and where Alex sees the future of ethical food heading next. This conversation is packed with insight for founders, operators, and anyone interested in building principled brands that challenge the status quo.   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 Alex Whitmore and Taza: https://www.tazachocolate.com https://www.instagram.com/tazachocolate https://www.linkedin.com/company/taza-chocolate/   Sponsored By: Shopify - Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at Shopify.com/kara Fora - Become a Fora Advisor today at ForaTravel.com/karagoldin Dell - Find out more. Visit dell.com/deals for more information!   Check out our website to view this episode’s show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/795

    31 min
  6. 794 Heather Andersen: Co-Founder of New York Pilates

    JAN 30

    794 Heather Andersen: Co-Founder of New York Pilates

    On today’s episode, we welcome Heather Andersen, Co-Founder of New York Pilates — the cult-favorite reformer studio that helped define modern Pilates culture in New York and beyond. Heather’s journey began as a professionally trained ballerina, where Pilates was first introduced as part of her classical training. After an injury shifted her path away from dance, she spent years teaching privately and deepening her expertise under industry leaders before identifying a major gap in the fitness landscape: the need for high-energy, results-driven group reformer classes that still honored the integrity of the Pilates method. That insight led to the launch of New York Pilates in 2013. In this episode, Heather shares how she built a culture-driven wellness brand rooted in anatomy, precision, and thoughtful design, why the current Pilates boom has created confusion around the method, and what it takes to scale a cult-favorite fitness concept without compromising quality. We also discuss instructor training, leadership evolution, brand consistency, and where modern movement is headed next. This conversation is packed with insight for founders, operators, and anyone building enduring brands in wellness and beyond.   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 Heather Andersen and New York Pilates: https://www.instagram.com/newyorkpilates/ https://www.instagram.com/heatherandersen_/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-york-pilates/ https://www.newyorkpilates.com   Sponsored By: 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/794

    34 min
  7. 793 Will Nitze: Founder & CEO of IQBAR

    JAN 28

    793 Will Nitze: Founder & CEO of IQBAR

    On today’s episode, we welcome Will Nitze, Founder & CEO of IQBAR — the functional nutrition brand built to support focus, energy, and performance with clean, science-backed ingredients. Will’s journey started with a personal challenge: persistent mental fatigue in a demanding 9-to-5 and frustration with carb-heavy, ineffective food options. That experience led him to launch IQBAR in 2018, creating plant-based protein bars, hydration mixes, and instant coffees formulated with meaningful doses of brain-boosting ingredients. Today, IQBAR is a fast-growing, nine-figure brand with national distribution, including Costco. In this episode, Will shares how he turned a performance problem into a category-defining business, what it takes to stay relevant in a crowded functional food space, and why efficacy, simplicity, and focus have guided every product decision. We also talk about crowdfunding, scaling with a lean team, and what’s next for functional nutrition heading into 2026.   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 Will Nitze and IQBAR: https://www.instagram.com/willnitze/ https://www.instagram.com/iqbar/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/will-nitze/ https://www.eatiqbar.com/   Sponsored By: 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/793

    37 min
  8. 792 Jen Fisher: Author of Hope Is the Strategy

    JAN 26

    792 Jen Fisher: Author of Hope Is the Strategy

    On today’s episode, Kara welcomes Jen Fisher, global workplace wellbeing expert and bestselling author of Hope Is the Strategy — the bold new book that reframes hope as one of the most powerful leadership tools of our time. Jen is no stranger to redefining how we work. As Deloitte’s first-ever Chief Wellbeing Officer, she helped transform the way global organizations think about human sustainability, burnout, and what it truly means to thrive. Her own experience with chronic burnout and cancer pushed her to ask deeper questions — not just about how we work, but why. Today, as the founder of The Wellbeing Team, Jen is helping companies build cultures rooted in empathy, wellbeing intelligence, and what she calls “strategic hope.” Through her book, her podcast WorkWell, and her work with leaders around the world, Jen is showing that hope isn’t just an emotion — it’s a business imperative. In this episode, Jen shares the story behind her burnout recovery, why wellbeing programs alone won’t fix broken systems, and how leaders at every level can start being “hope dealers” inside their companies. We dive into the difference between toxic resilience and true sustainability, why vulnerability in leadership is a superpower, and how we can all bring more humanity into how we work and lead. A must-listen for anyone who’s ever felt like they’re running on empty — and knows there’s a better way forward.   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 Jen Fisher and Hope Is the Strategy: https://www.jen-fisher.com/ https://www.instagram.com/jenfish23/?hl=en https://www.linkedin.com/in/jen-fisher-cwbo/ https://www.amazon.com/Hope-Strategy-Underrated-Transforms-Leadership/dp/1394362978   Sponsored By: LinkedIn Jobs - Head to LinkedIn.com/KaraGoldin to post your job for free. Collective - Get fifty percent off of your first two months when you go to Collective.com/KARAGOLDIN Shopify - Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at Shopify.com/kara   Check out our website to view this episode’s show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/792

    29 min
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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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