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Behind the Business with Michelle Toh

Michelle Toh
Covid-19
Touchland
Artificial Intelligence
IM8
Coffee Meets Bagel
Sephora
Ulta Beauty
Prenetics
Bitcoin
Business Leadership
Consumer Brands
Entrepreneurship
Jetzero
Kim Kardashian
E-Commerce
Sanrio
David Beckham
Rivian
Airbnb
Canva

Behind the Business is a Webby Award-winning video podcast hosted by CNN and FORTUNE alum Michelle Toh that explores the decisions and philosophies behind some of today's most influential leaders. Its new season features the leaders of Airbnb, Rivian, NYSE, Samsung, Canva, Revolve, Peloton, Poppi and Away. The show is grounded in the belief that business is in fact personal, providing the backstor... more

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Joining us this week is Cameron Adams, co-founder and Chief Product Officer of Canva — the company that has simplified online design and become one of the world’s fastest-growing tech platforms.

What began in 2013 has grown into Australia’s most val... more

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Peter Stern
Peloton CEO
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Episode: Peloton’s push into gyms: CEO Peter Stern’s big bet
Cameron Adams
Co-founder and Chief Product Officer, Canva
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Episode: Canva's 'biggest shift': AI, design and the future of work
Brian Kelly
Founder of The Points Guy, travel-ecosystem entrepreneur
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Episode: How to travel for less: The Points Guy takes 3 Pressing Questions
Allison Ellsworth
Co-founder of Poppi
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Episode: Poppi to PepsiCo: Building a $2B soda brand the industry couldn't ignore
RJ Scaringe
Founder and CEO, Rivian
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Mariana van Zeller
Emmy and Peabody Award-winning correspondent known for Trafficked and The Hidden Third
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Chris Taylor
Chief Development Officer at the New York Stock Exchange
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Adam Park
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Michelle Toh
Host of Behind the Business

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 91 ratings
  • New favorite

    This is my new favorite every Thursday. Loving all the guests and super thoughtful questions

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Definitely maybe 415
    United States7 days ago
  • Best show

    This show is so smart and informative. Love the host’s interview style and how much homework she clearly does for each guest. New go-to

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ShaneGilliam
    United States8 days ago
  • Engaging and Inspiring

    I love listening to this show when taking walks or driving, it’s so engaging and I always learn a lot. The guests are very inspiring and share fun stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Listening, Walking, Talking
    United Statesa month ago
  • Well researched questions and gives guests opportunities to speak their full thought without getting cut off.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    kv2
    2 months ago
  • This is such a generic show

    All aspects of the show are super generic and boring from the name to the branding and to the content itself.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Gotchayeah
    United States5 months ago

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Peloton’s push into gyms: CEO Peter Stern’s big bet
Q: What is something you've deliberately chosen not to do as CEO, and how did you make that call?
I focused on the 25, a prioritized list of the most important cross-functional objectives, and I shut down almost all other initiatives that didn't integrate our four-part magic formula—equipment plus software plus human coaching plus community—to maintain clear focus and ensure we differentiate Peloton.
Canva's 'biggest shift': AI, design and the future of work
Q: What advice would you give product leaders with limited resources and runway?
Leverage AI to scale yourself, maintain human connection, and pursue partnerships strategically; stay disciplined about profitability, and be ready to walk away from deals that don't align with your mission.
Canva's 'biggest shift': AI, design and the future of work
Q: In Canva's early days, were there moments when your intuition overrode user feedback and how did you build conviction in those decisions?
There were moments when investors pushed for a social network angle, which ultimately proved wrong; the team chose to double down on creativity and productivity, using feedback to shape a more focused product while reusing tech from the failed social venture for community engagement.
How to travel for less: The Points Guy takes 3 Pressing Questions
Q: How did you start The Points Guy and what sparked the side project into a major brand?
Kelly explains starting as a side hustle in 2010 while working in HR at Morgan Stanley, driven by years of personal use of points and the decision to blog daily after a friend's suggestion, which organically built an audience and credibility that later attracted investment and acquisitions.
Poppi to PepsiCo: Building a $2B soda brand the industry couldn't ignore
Q: What was the strategic thinking behind Poppi's branding overhaul and the decision to use sleeved cans?
Branding was core to our growth; sleeved cans offered better shelf presence and allowed flexible production at scale, while the bold visuals created a distinct identity that resonated with consumers and helped us stand apart from competitors.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Behind the Business

What is Behind the Business about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtful interview series that centers on how top leaders make big business decisions, with a focus on personal journeys, leadership philosophy, and practical lessons. Episodes spotlight founders, CEOs, and executives across tech, travel, beverage, automotive, finance, and media, exploring growth, crises, strategy, and the human side of leading prominent brands. Noteworthy elements include rigorous questions, rapid-fire close, actionable takeaways, and a pattern of delving beyond headlines to reveal behind-the-scenes decision-making and culture. This show is likely to appeal to aspiring founders, growth-stage leaders, investors, and professionals who enjoy in-depth conversations about strategy, resilience, and the intersection of work a... more

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1. Peter Stern
2. Cameron Adams
3. Brian Kelly
4. Allison Ellsworth
5. RJ Scaringe
6. Mariana van Zeller
7. Chris Taylor
8. Nathan Blecharczyk

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