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. 782 Adam Bedford: Co-Founder & CEO of Sans

    2D AGO

    782 Adam Bedford: Co-Founder & CEO of Sans

    On today’s episode, Kara welcomes Adam Bedford, Co-Founder and CEO of Sans — the fast-growing home-wellness brand reimagining clean air and water through thoughtful design and advanced purification technology. Adam’s journey began far from the typical startup playbook — in his mother’s kitchen in Spain, where clean water wasn’t a given and wellness was simply a way of life. Decades before it was mainstream, his mom installed reverse osmosis at home, sparking Adam’s early fascination with how our environment shapes our health. That personal foundation eventually led Adam to co-found Sans in the earliest days of COVID — bootstrapping the brand from day one alongside his co-founder, John Fanelly. Their belief was simple but bold: wellness products shouldn’t force people to choose between function and design. Today, that vision has propelled Sans into a leading DTC home-wellness brand on track to hit nine figures in 2026 — all without a single dollar of outside investment. In this episode, Adam shares the origin story behind Sans, how he transitioned from EdTech to hardware, what he learned bootstrapping a category-defining wellness brand, and why design, simplicity, and accessibility are at the core of everything Sans builds. We also dive into the future of air and water purification, whole-home wellness, and what it really takes to scale a consumer hardware company without VC backing. Adam’s story is a powerful example of intuition, focus, and building something meaningful — and beautiful — for the modern home.   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 Adam Bedford and Sans: https://www.livesans.com https://www.instagram.com/live.sans/ https://www.tiktok.com/@live.sans https://www.linkedin.com/in/bedfordadam/   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/783

    35 min
  2. Interview Replay: Kara on Founder’s Journal

    4D AGO · BONUS

    Interview Replay: Kara on Founder’s Journal

    Always be asking, “What else can we do?” On today’s show, Kara joins Alex Lieberman on Founder’s Journal to share why this is critical for every founder. She shares how important asking this question is as well as other key drivers that helped her open doors for success. What else can we learn? 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 Founder’s Journal: https://foundersjournal.morningbrew.com/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/founders-journal/id1509276485?i=1000517991966   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/ireplay-founders-journal-2

    11 min
  3. 781 Pete Olander: Founder & CEO of Happie

    6D AGO

    781 Pete Olander: Founder & CEO of Happie

    On today’s episode, Kara welcomes Pete Olander, Founder and CEO of Happie — the wellness-focused cannabis brand redefining how we experience plant-based health and vitality. Pete’s journey is anything but typical. After launching his career as a private banker at JP Morgan, he made the bold leap into cannabis—building Happie from the ground up into a vertically integrated wellness brand with CBD-infused beverages, premium flower, and kief-infused prerolls. Designed to support relaxation, clarity, and joy, Happie’s products are crafted with intention, rooted in organic farming, and built to meet the modern consumer’s demand for clean, trustworthy alternatives. In this episode, Pete shares how he went from finance to full-on founder, what it takes to run a compliant cannabis business across multiple states, and why transparency, sustainability, and customer experience sit at the center of Happie’s mission. From market expansion to his Vitalism 3.0 philosophy, Pete’s story is a masterclass in conviction, credibility, and building something that truly works—from seed to shelf.   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 Pete Olander and Happie: https://www.drinkhappie.com https://www.instagram.com/live_happie/ https://www.instagram.com/polander78/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-olander-580a657/   Sponsored By: BetterWild - up to 40% off your order at betterwild.com/KARAGOLDIN 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/781

    27 min
  4. Interview Replay: Kara on Marketing For The Now

    12/26/2025 · BONUS

    Interview Replay: Kara on Marketing For The Now

    On today’s show, Kara joins Gary Vaynerchuk for his video series “Marketing For The Now” to discuss trends for 2021 and beyond. Kara zeroes in on four key areas of focus: supply chain, health and wellness, brand trust, and direct-to-consumer businesses. Kara also discusses formulating the best strategies going forward, with those vital business areas in mind. Were her predictions correct? Listen in to find out!   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 Marketing For The Now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9FesfoXnXRw https://www.garyvaynerchuk.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/ireplay-mftn

    11 min
  5. Interview Replay: Kara on Follow Your Different

    12/24/2025 · BONUS

    Interview Replay: Kara on Follow Your Different

    Tune in this week to hear Kara on the Christopher Lochhead Follow Your Different Podcast! In this episode, we do have a world changer. She's both an entrepreneur, author, and podcaster. She's the category queen of a new, flavored, healthy-water category. Her name is Kara Goldin, and she's the founder of a product you probably have tried and most likely love called Hint water. Fortune named Kara one of the most powerful women entrepreneurs, and Forbes says she's one of the 40 Women To Watch Over 40. Today, she reveals how Hint Water could have just been another idea that never went anywhere if she had let her own doubts or others' doubts be the end of the story. Undaunted: Overcoming Doubts and Doubters. Kara has recently launched a new book called Undaunted: Overcoming Doubts and Doubters. It is currently number one on the Amazon charts. In fact, Sheryl Sandberg, Chief Operating Officer at Facebook, says it's a great read for entrepreneurs looking for proof that her dream can come true. Even if you're not an entrepreneur, you're going to love this conversation with Kara and the story behind her book.   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 Christopher Lochhead: https://lochhead.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/ireplay-fyd-2

    1h 14m
  6. Interview Replay: Kara on Breaking Precedent

    12/22/2025 · BONUS

    Interview Replay: Kara on Breaking Precedent

    In this episode of Breaking Precedent, host Leah Solivan talks with Kara Goldin, founder and CEO of Hint Water, to talk about her journey from AOL exec to beverage industry disruptor. Kara shares how her father’s influence, a knack for asking the right questions, and a fearless approach to problem-solving led her to create an entirely new category in drinks. She also opens up about learning from visionaries like Jeff Bezos, balancing entrepreneurship with family, and refusing to compromise on product integrity—despite having no industry experience.   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 Breaking Precedent: https://nzpod.co.nz/podcast/breaking-precedent/   Sponsored By: MicroPerfumes - Find your scent soulmate today and get up to 60% off at MicroPerfumes.com/KARAGOLDIN 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/ireplay-breaking-precedent

    1h 16m
  7. 780 Dr. Amy Wechsler and Zoe Wechsler: Co-Founders of Spotless

    12/19/2025

    780 Dr. Amy Wechsler and Zoe Wechsler: Co-Founders of Spotless

    On today’s episode, Kara welcomes Dr. Amy Wechsler and Zoe Wechsler, the powerhouse mother–daughter duo behind Spotless — the groundbreaking walk-in clinic transforming acne care for a new generation. Spotless is rethinking everything we know about how acne is treated. With Dr. Amy’s rare dual board certification in both dermatology and psychiatry, and Zoe’s fresh perspective on accessibility and culture, the two have built a clinic model that’s fast, judgment-free, and actually effective. Whether you’re a teen, adult, or somewhere in between, Spotless is built for real skin, real life, and real people. In this episode, Amy and Zoe share how they came up with the idea for Spotless, why fast, expert-led acne care was long overdue, and how they’re creating a stigma-free, emotionally supportive experience in a space that’s often clinical and cold. We also get into the future of the Spotless brand — from clinical expansion to product innovation — and what it's like to blend decades of medical experience with a new wave of cultural insight. A must-listen for anyone passionate about skincare, mental health, or building something that truly meets people where they are.   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. Amy Wechsler, Zoe Wechsler, and Spotless: https://www.spotlessclinics.com https://www.instagram.com/spotlessclinics https://www.instagram.com/dramywechsler https://www.instagram.com/zoewechsler https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-wechsler-613819b https://www.linkedin.com/in/zoe-wechsler   Sponsored By: AuraFrames - Visit AuraFrames.com and get $35 off Aura’s best-selling Carver Mat frames by using promo code KARA at checkout. 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/780

    27 min
  8. 779 Julie Bornstein: Founder & CEO of Daydream

    12/17/2025

    779 Julie Bornstein: Founder & CEO of Daydream

    On today’s episode, Kara welcomes Julie Bornstein, Founder and CEO of Daydream — the AI-powered, chat-based fashion shopping agent that’s reimagining how we discover and shop for clothes online. Daydream is reinventing the way people shop for fashion by replacing endless scrolling and outdated search bars with something radically better — personalized, conversational discovery. Backed by $50M in funding and featuring over 8,000 brands, Daydream lets users simply ask for what they want — by style, mood, occasion, or photo — and receive tailored results instantly. It’s fast, intuitive, and built for the way people actually shop today. Julie, of course, knows this space well. A seasoned leader in commerce and tech, she’s held executive roles at Sephora, Nordstrom, and Stitch Fix — and founded THE YES, which was acquired by Pinterest in 2022. In this episode, she shares what sparked the idea for Daydream, why AI is the future of retail discovery, and what she’s learned from building (and scaling) multiple consumer companies. A must-listen for anyone curious about the future of fashion, AI, entrepreneurship, and what it takes to build something truly transformative.   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 Julie Bornstein and Daydream: https://www.daydream.ing https://www.instagram.com/daydream.ing https://www.instagram.com/juliebornstein https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliebornstein   Sponsored By: Shopify - Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at Shopify.com/kara Square - Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/karagoldin AuraFrames - Visit AuraFrames.com and get $35 off Aura’s best-selling Carver Mat frames by using promo code KARA at checkout. LinkedIn Jobs - Head to LinkedIn.com/KaraGoldin to post your job for free. Odoo - Discover how Odoo can take your business to the next level, by visiting Odoo.com Robinhood - Get started today at robinhood.com/yourmoney   Check out our website to view this episode’s show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/779

    30 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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