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Hot Takes Big Stakes

Natalie Holloway and Lana Elie
Entrepreneurship
Floom
Fundraising
Therabody
Haircare
Pain Management
Sephora
Shark Tank
Canopy
Customer Acquisition
Revenue Generation
Who Gives a Crap
Motherhood
Crown Affair
Chiropractic
Covid-19
Nadya Okamoto
Period Products
Bala
Doris Dev

The real-world highs and lows of building a business—from early ideas scribbled on napkins to multimillion-dollar raises and the pivotal moments in between. Hosted by serial founders Natalie Holloway (Bala) and Lana Elie (Floom). We explore the unfiltered truths most founders are too polished (or too cautious) to say out loud. No hype, no jargon—just honest conversations about what actually works,... more

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Founder Cyndi Ramirez breaks down how she turned Chillhouse from a small New York “third space” into a fast-growing nail brand now carried at Target and Walmart. She shares the early PR and partnership strategy, why franchising didn’t fit, and how pr... more

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Nat & Lana compare battle scars from growing to eight and nine figure revenue, then surviving the fallout. They break down fundraising runways, hiring too fast, firing too slow, founder FOMO, short term debt, and why focus wins. You will hear practic... more

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Allison Evans and Kelly Love share the origin story of Branch Basics, the non-toxic cleaning brand built on education first. From a personal health crisis and a mentor’s hard-won wisdom, to shutting down a seven-figure business to reformulate transpa... more

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Natalie and Lana swap their most woo-woo wellness practices and what actually helped. We cover the exact “detox bath” they use when they feel a cold coming on, a vision-board story that led to a real Walmart buyer call, and why co-sleeping won out af... more

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Recent Guests

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Co-founder and CEO of Rael
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Danny Alexander
Co-founder and Chief of Product and Purpose at Who Gives A Crap
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Nadya Okamoto
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Episode: Building a 6M Following (and a Period Empire) with Nadya Okamoto of August | #3
Zach Rosner
Co-founder of Our Place, a kitchenware brand known for the Always Pan.
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Episode: How Our Place Did $5M in 1 Day w/ Co-Founder Zach Rosner | #1

Hosts

Natalie Holloway
Natalie Holloway is a co-host known for her entrepreneurial insights and as a co-founder of Bala. She brings a blend of personal experiences and professional knowledge to the conversation.
Lana Elie
Lana Elie is a co-host recognized for her candid discussions around entrepreneurship and as a co-founder of Floom. She shares insightful personal anecdotes and practical business advice.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 39 ratings
  • Such An Awesome Podcast!

    Absolutely LOVED listening in on the episode talking about Shark Tank! It was so interested and light hearted!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    momcneely13
    United States2 months ago
  • Love!!

    I absolutely love this show!! It is always so entertaining and I love how the topics are always changing

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ccg113
    United States2 months ago
  • Episode #11

    I loved how this episode shared the behind the scenes of selling a company. I cant wait to hear more in the future!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lilah105
    United States2 months ago
  • Love this show!

    Just listened to episode 7 and I am immediately going back to listen to all the previous eps! I love this show so much!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    serena24)8842178
    United States2 months ago
  • Best podcast!!

    I absolutely loved hearing all these tips! I loved the shark tank episode. It’s so cool being able to hear this perspective and how to land a deal on there!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Freefreegirl202167.
    United States2 months ago

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The practical advice shared is often highlighted as a key benefit, making this podcast a go-to for aspiring founders.
Listeners appreciate the candid and humorous discussions about the ups and downs of entrepreneurship.
The dynamic between the hosts is seen as relatable and engaging, with many feeling like they're part of a conversation among friends.

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Building a 6M Following (and a Period Empire) with Nadya Okamoto of August | #3
Q: Do you think that the founder of a Gen Z brand needs to be the face of the brand for it to be successful?
Nadya states that while it can help, it's not necessary and that being public facing has its risks.
Building a 6M Following (and a Period Empire) with Nadya Okamoto of August | #3
Q: How do you differentiate and walk into a market and are able to raise a pre-seed like that?
Nadya attributes her success to the timing and excitement surrounding direct-to-consumer models during the pandemic.
Building a 6M Following (and a Period Empire) with Nadya Okamoto of August | #3
Q: What led to you going into something that was for profit after being in nonprofit for so long?
Nadya described her experience with non-profit fundraising as unsustainable and recognized the need for a model that doesn't require constant fundraising.
How To Come Up with a Business Idea in 24 Hours + 5 Free Ideas | Episode 13
Q: What's your thought on stealing ideas?
There is a fine line between inspiration and stealing; it's essential to make any idea your own and add differentiation.
How To Come Up with a Business Idea in 24 Hours + 5 Free Ideas | Episode 13
Q: How can we help people come up with their business idea?
Look at daily frustrations and brainstorm sessions to identify potential business opportunities.

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Focused on the real-world experiences and challenges of entrepreneurship, this podcast offers an unfiltered look into the journey of building a business. Conversations with founders tackle everything from early concept development and market validation to fundraising and the emotional complexities of selling a business. Listeners can expect a candid, humorous, and insightful exploration of various business topics, including practical tips, personal anecdotes, and the importance of authenticity in the founder journey. Particularly noteworthy are the hosts' willingness to embrace vulnerability, making their discussions relatable and engaging, while also providing valuable lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs.

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1. Yangyi Pike
2. Danny Alexander
3. Nadya Okamoto
4. Zach Rosner

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