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ContenderCast with Justin Honaman

ContenderCast
Amazon
Artificial Intelligence
E-Commerce
Atlanta
Breakwater Supply
High Level Science
Calvin Harris
Snackkids
Lawn Care
Nan's Original Recipes
Kültee Kaviar
Beverage Industry
Distillery Of Modern Art
Oolie Foods
Passport Global
American Vinegar Works
Waiakea Hawaiian Volcanic Beverages
Peesport
Cooktop Safety
Dr. Nozebest

Welcome to the ContenderCast with Justin Honaman, a leadership and Consumer Industries entrepreneurship conversation centered on shining a light on bright ideas. The ContenderCast is the top global Consumer Industries entrepreneurship podcast. Justin is a digital commerce leader, author, communicator, and Consumer Products / Retail industry thought-leader based in Atlanta, Georgia. For additional ... more

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Welcome to NULASTIN. They are a transformational beauty brand built on routine, results and longevity science. Their clinically proven, elastin replenishing formulas support healthier looking hair, visibly fuller lashes and brows and resilient skin. ... more

You deserve the best care for your child's health. At Dr. Noze Best they bring hospital-grade efficiency and safety right to your home with innovative healthcare products developed by a pediatric ENT that support a healthier, happier respiratory syst... more

Waiakea® was founded in Hilo, Hawai'i in 2012 as the first Hawaiian volcanic water and triple bottom line premium water of its kind, adapting an unparalleled platform of healthy, sustainable, and ethical attributes and initiatives. Their mission is t... more

Ron Friedman, PhD, is an award-winning psychologist who helps leaders build high-performing teams. He is the bestselling author of The Best Place to Work and Decoding Greatness. His new book, Superteams: The Science and Secrets of High-Performing Tea... more

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Recent Guests

Leah Garcia
Founder and CEO of Nulastin
Nulastin
Episode: NULASTIN
Christy Brown
CEO of Dr. NozeBest, leader in baby tech and pediatric respiratory products
Dr. NozeBest
Episode: DR. NOZE BEST
Ryan Emmons
Co-founder and CEO of Waiakea Hawaiian Volcanic Beverages
Waiakea Hawaiian Volcanic Beverages
Episode: WAIĀKEA HAWAIIAN VOLCANIC BEVERAGES
Ron Friedman
award-winning social psychologist and author
Superteams (author)
Episode: SUPERTEAMS: THE SCIENCE AND SECRETS OF HIGH-PERFORMING TEAMS
Jim Reynolds
Owner of Coco5
Coco5
Episode: COCO5 :: WHAT COCONUT WATER WISHES IT TASTED LIKE
Steve Weiss
CEO, co-founder of SnackKids
SnackKids
Episode: SNAKKIDZ
Ryan Alovis
CEO of LensDirect and Pulse Health
LensDirect
Episode: LENSDIRECT :: YOUR VISION YOUR WAY
Mark Rampolla
Founder of ZICO Coconut Water; author of An Entrepreneur's Guide to Freedom
GroundForce Capital (via GroundForce Capital); former CEO of ZICO
Episode: ZICO COCONUT WATER, GROUNDFORCE CAPITAL & AN ENTREPRENEUR'S GUIDE TO FREEDOM
Jeff Fenster
Founder of Everbowl
Everbowl
Episode: EVERBOWL

Host

Justin Honaman
Host of ContenderCast, digital commerce leader, author, and consumer products/retail industry thought-leader.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 112 ratings
  • Informative, high-energy and entertaining

    Justin is a generous host and genuinely cares for his guests. You can hear this in every episode. His combination of conversational ability coupled with providing a platform for guests to share their journey is real skill. Plus, Justin is full of spunk. How refreshing is that?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Missleahg
    United States12 days ago
  • Such interesting companies

    Justin is a voice and energy is above no other - it’s so interesting hearing these short commentaries on real people growing real companies

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DNBCEO
    United States25 days ago
  • Great podcast!

    I always learn so much from ContenderCast. I love hearing about guests stories and success points. It’s so inspiring!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BeingTheWriter (Nicole)
    United States2 months ago
  • Educational and Inspirational

    Love the guests on this podcasts and learning about their stores. Lots of practical info. Justin asks great questions that allow each story to unfold in unexpected ways.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    foodie4evvva
    United States5 months ago
  • Fun, Insightful, and Perfect for Cocktail Lovers

    The episode with Cheeky Cocktails was a great listen. The conversation with founder April Wachtel was engaging and informative, offering a behind-the-scenes look at how Cheeky Cocktails was built with both creativity and quality in mind.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bre Walt
    United States6 months ago

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Guests are described as inspiring and informative, with a broad mix of brands and industries.
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DR. NOZE BEST
Q: What are two to three leadership principles you'd offer to founders growing a brand?
Her core advice centers on knowing the numbers and cash flow, building the right team, and fostering a culture where everyone's input matters and leaders emerge within the organization.
DR. NOZE BEST
Q: How did you transition from consulting and startups to leading Dr. NozeBest as CEO?
Christy explains a brokered introduction through Atlanta networks, the founder's vision, and her own drive to build a culture and product roadmap that could scale from early-stage e-commerce to omnichannel retail while maintaining a strict focus on respiratory care for children.
ZICO COCONUT WATER, GROUNDFORCE CAPITAL & AN ENTREPRENEUR'S GUIDE TO FREEDOM
Q: What is your approach to leadership and getting honest feedback from teams and investors?
I advocate for transparency, encouraging feedback from all stakeholders, and separating one's identity from feedback to stay effective under pressure and continue growing.
ZICO COCONUT WATER, GROUNDFORCE CAPITAL & AN ENTREPRENEUR'S GUIDE TO FREEDOM
Q: How did you decide to launch ZICO and what was your initial strategy for market entry?
I built the brand by doing deep research, focusing on a tight target audience in New York, and learning quickly what worked through trial and error, which helped me shape a new category around coconut water.
COOKTOP SAFETY
Q: Where can potential customers or partners find and learn more about your product?
The primary portal is cooktopsafety.com where you can request demos, learn about multi-family deployments, and connect with sales and engineering teams for onboarding and setup.

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A high-energy show spotlighting founders and leaders in consumer products and retail, with a strong emphasis on brand storytelling, growth tactics, and operational playbooks. Episodes frequently explore pivots, scaling strategies, product development, and direct-to-consumer innovations across categories like food, beverage, beauty, and lifestyle brands. Listeners are likely drawn to practical lessons, real-world challenges, and founder-centric narratives that translate into actionable insights for building and growing consumer brands. A notable strength is the host's knack for pulling out concrete takeaways fast, making each half-hour episode a compact primer on entrepreneurship and product-market fit.

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Recent guests on ContenderCast include:

1. Leah Garcia
2. Christy Brown
3. Ryan Emmons
4. Ron Friedman
5. Jim Reynolds
6. Steve Weiss
7. Ryan Alovis
8. Mark Rampolla

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