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Founder's Story

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"Founder's Story" by IBH Media isn't a business show. It's the conversation founders don't get to have anywhere else. Think 60 Minutes, but for entrepreneurs. We sit down with the most interesting people in business and go past the highlight reel, past the pitch, past the polished version they give every other podcast. We go into the mud with them. The 2 a.m. doubts. The bet that almost ended ever... more

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Daniel and Anastasia Soare start with Romania, identity, and the immigrant experience, then trace her journey from arriving in the US in 1989 to building one of the most globally recognized beauty brands in the world. Anastasia explains how she went ... more

Daniel and Guest Host Nadja interview Craig Hamilton-Parker about how he developed his psychic practice, how he distinguishes intuition from opinion, and why he believes prediction is about probability, not destiny. Craig shares a bold call on the Lo... more

Kate Monroe went from Marine Corps veteran to 8-figure CEO, actress, mother, and one of the most relentless entrepreneurs you'll ever hear from. But the lesson that shaped her life did not come from business school. It came from her dad when she was ... more

Daniel and Eric Ries explore the collision of Lean Startup thinking with the AI era, why “anyone with a credit card” can now access world class tools, and why that democratization also creates brutal competition. Eric argues fatalism about AI is dang... more

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Craig Hamilton-Parker
Psychic medium known for public predictions and media appearances
Episode: Spencer Pratt Wins LA Mayor and Other Shocking Predictions From Famous Psychic | Ep. 403 with Craig Hamilton-Parker
Kate Monroe
Entrepreneur, author, Marine veteran, actor
Self-employed / Studio Mint (ambitions mentioned)
Episode: Built a $34M Company on One Lesson From Her Dad at 7 | Ep. 401 with Kate Monroe
Eric Ries
Author of The Lean Startup and founder of Answer.AI
Answer.AI
Episode: AI Made MVPs Instant. So Why Are Most Startups Still Losing | Ep. 401 with Eric Ries
Charles Knueve
Father of a son with Cushing's disease; author of a memoir about the experience
Episode: Doctors Missed His Son's Disease for 20 Years | Ep. 400 with Chuck Knueve
Shawn Zhang
CTO and Co-Founder of Sanas
Sanas
Episode: He Built a $130M Company That Changes How You Sound | Ep. 399 with Shawn Zhang CTO and Co-Founder of Sanas
Daniel Lubetzky
Founder of KIND Snacks
KIND Snacks
Episode: How Trauma Built KIND to a $5B Exit | Ep. 398 with Daniel Lubetzky Founder of KIND Snacks
Brandon Card
Founder and CEO of Terzo AI
Terzo AI
Episode: "AI Isn't Under Control": The Founder Solving a $20 Trillion Problem | Ep. 397 with Brandon Card CEO of Terzo AI
Sam Tabar
CEO of Bit Digital (BTBT) and White Fiber (WYFI)
Bit Digital, White Fiber
Episode: The CEO Who Predicted Bitcoin, AI, and What's Coming Next | Ep. 396 with Sam Tabar CEO of Bit Digital (BTBT) and White Fiber (WYFI)
Maury Povich
Television host known for Maury
Episode: They Already Wrote My Obituary. I'm 87 and Not Done Yet | Ep. 395 with Maury Povich

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Daniel Rollins
Host of Founder's Story; leads interviews and helps steer in-depth founder conversations

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 242 ratings
  • Useful as a case study of a fall of an empire

    The best thing I can say about this show is it very clearly articulates who creates value in our society and who doesn’t, the latter being the subjects of this podcast.

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    Please I’m Begging You
    United States2 months ago
  • If you are searching for actionable growth strategies rather than just fluff, Founder's Story is currently the top rated business podcast in my rotation. While many shows focus on vague inspiration, this podcast dives deep into the specific marketing tactics and sales frameworks that actually drive revenue.

    I specifically recommend this for B2B founders and product managers who are trying to find product-market fit. The host avoids the usual generic advice and instead provides a clear playbook ... more

    Podchaser
    5
    danrobbins04
    5 months ago
  • Learned a lot about AI tools

    I’ve been listening to gain knowledge on my ai tools I need to implement. Been learning and enjoy the content. Interviews are not boring which I like.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Frank4biz
    United Statesa year ago
  • A Must-Listen for Any Entrepreneur

    The Founder's Story podcast is a treasure trove of inspiration and practical advice for anyone navigating the entrepreneurial journey. Business is hard, but Daniel makes it easier. Each episode dives deep into the challenges, triumphs, and lessons learned by founders from diverse industries. It’s what we all need to know.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lavhill
    United Statesa year ago
  • All day business obsessed

    I have to say since I became an entrepreneur last year I’ve been just hyper focused on reading every book and listening to every show that I can to gain information. I do enjoy this show because I feel like I get some good tangible id bits here and there. Also seems like a pretty diverse industries of people.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Basketball4life28
    United Statesa year ago

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Built a $34M Company on One Lesson From Her Dad at 7 | Ep. 401 with Kate Monroe
Q: You're a Marine, you're an entrepreneur, a singer, film star. Who is the real Kate?
I am all of those things, and I value the version I am with my nine-year-old at home as the most important, because that version is what my son sees and what matters most to me.
AI Made MVPs Instant. So Why Are Most Startups Still Losing | Ep. 401 with Eric Ries
Q: What governance structures does Ries highlight as effective for long-term survivability?
Structures such as Grundfos's charitable foundation-owned model, ESOPs, employee ownership trusts, and perpetual purpose trusts that align ownership with mission and ensure continuity across generations.
AI Made MVPs Instant. So Why Are Most Startups Still Losing | Ep. 401 with Eric Ries
Q: So what can founders do besides exiting or selling?
They should build an architecture of institutional longevity by embedding mission into the charter, rethinking governance, and creating structures like ESOPs, perpetual purpose trusts, and foundations that allow ownership and control to persist without sacrificing mission.
Doctors Missed His Son's Disease for 20 Years | Ep. 400 with Chuck Knueve
Q: What was the turning point that made you decide to finally publish your book?
During COVID-19 lockdowns, a Zoom conversation with family sparked the decision to write, and I committed to documenting the journey so others could learn from it and take action.
Doctors Missed His Son's Disease for 20 Years | Ep. 400 with Chuck Knueve
Q: What should a parent do if they suspect something is wrong but no doctor is validating it yet?
If three hallmark signs appear together—buffalo hump, moon face, and abdominal striae—parents should push for testing and seek an endocrinologist who specializes in Cushing's disease at a university hospital to ensure the right evaluation is done.

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What is Founder's Story about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Founder's Story curates candid, in-depth conversations with founders and leaders across a range of industries, focusing on the realities behind building and scaling ventures. Episodes commonly explore early failures, tough pivots, personal discipline, and the human side of entrepreneurship, often tying in strategic topics like product development, leadership culture, fundraising, and long-term vision. The show tends to mix high-profile guests with builders who are not household names but have compelling, actionable stories, delivering practical lessons alongside memorable anecdotes. A notable strength is the willingness to tackle nuanced topics—from AI governance and startup governance to healthcare innovation and climate-friendly business ... more

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Recent guests on Founder's Story include:

1. Craig Hamilton-Parker
2. Kate Monroe
3. Eric Ries
4. Charles Knueve
5. Shawn Zhang
6. Daniel Lubetzky
7. Brandon Card
8. Sam Tabar

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