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Founder's Story

IBH Media
Entrepreneurship
Artificial Intelligence
Mental Health
Real Estate
Cybersecurity
Technology
Social Media
Leadership
Covid-19
Content Creation
Mental Health Crisis
Societal Health Issues
Amygdala
Bitcoin
Lead Generation
Venture Capital
Stress Management
Beekman 1802
Supplement Industry
Addiction Recovery

"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 opens the episode by framing Anita’s work through one of the biggest investment themes of the moment: AI infrastructure. While many people focus on AI apps, models, and software companies, Anita is focused on the physical layer underneath all ... more

Daniel opens the episode by asking Rich what it feels like to go from helping his parents in a frozen yogurt shop to working with artists like Beyoncé, Bad Bunny, Billie Eilish, Drake, and IShowSpeed. Rich says it still feels surreal and explains tha... more

Daniel opens the episode by asking Tim one direct question: what really kills a marriage? Tim answers that selfishness and self-centeredness are often at the root, but those patterns usually come from deeper issues formed long before the marriage beg... more

Daniel opens the conversation inside Tony’s skateboarding room by asking which item he would keep if he could only hold on to one. Tony points to one of his first signature skateboards from 1982, a board he rode in competitions, gave away to an amate... more

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Recent Guests

Tony Hawk
Professional skateboarder and founder of Birdhouse; influential brand and video game figure
Birdhouse
Episode: Tony Hawk: "They Offered Me $500K For Everything, I Said No!" | Ep. 449 with Tony Hawk
Greg Mohr
Founder of Franchise Maven
Franchise Maven
Episode: Franchise Expert: "I Got Laid Off, Bought ONE Franchise And Became Financially Free" | Ep. 448 with Gregory Mohr Founder of Franchise Maven
Christopher Zook
Chairman & Chief Investment Officer of CAZ Investments
CAZ Investments
Episode: Financial Expert: "Owning 5 Tech Stocks Isn't A Portfolio" | Ep. 447 with Christopher Zook Chairman & Chief Investment Officer of CAZ Investments
Scott Frohman
Founder and CEO of Odyssey Functional Energy
Odyssey Functional Energy
Episode: The Billion-Dollar Energy Drink No One Saw Coming | Ep. 446 with Scott Frohman Founder and CEO of Odyssey Functional Energy
William Funk
Estate attorney who wrote a book on wills
Attorney, author of How to Write Your Own Will
Episode: Estate Attorney: "I'm Giving Away What My Industry Charges Thousands For" | Ep. 445 with Atty. William Funk
Brent Freeman
Burnout expert, author of The Alchemy of Joy
The Alchemy of Joy / Founder of the related programs
Episode: Burnout Expert: "I Became A Millionaire At 23 And Felt Nothing" | Ep. 444 with Brent Freeman
Charlie Shrem
Bitcoin pioneer and early founder involved in the crypto community
Bitcoin Foundation / early exchanges (contextual)
Episode: Bitcoin Pioneer: I Was Paid 100 Bitcoin An Hour When It Was $10 | Ep. 443 with Charlie Shrem and Courtney Shrem "Prince of Bitcoin"
Courtney Shrem
Partner to Charlie, early participant in Bitcoin ecosystem
EVR (earlier career)
Episode: Bitcoin Pioneer: I Was Paid 100 Bitcoin An Hour When It Was $10 | Ep. 443 with Charlie Shrem and Courtney Shrem "Prince of Bitcoin"
George Dimov
CPA, President of Dimov Tax, built a nationwide CPA firm; expert in tax strategy for ultra high net worth individuals
Dimov Tax
Episode: The Tax Strategy Billionaires Use That Almost Nobody Talks About | Ep. 442 with George Dimov, CPA and President of Dimov Tax

Hosts

Kate
Host who guides the interview and asks follow-up questions
Ben
Host of Founder's Story

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 407 ratings
  • Needs better ad placement

    This content could be valuable but the spacing out of the ads is so distracting I unfortunately can't enjoy it at all. I want to explore the interviews that are here but will likely go elsewhere.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Beechy076
    United States2 months ago
  • Too many ads!

    6 commercials in 15 minutes is enough to keep me from listening again - sad

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    SallyVVV
    United States2 months ago
  • PLEASE Reduce the number of ads per show

    This podcast has interesting content, but the amount of ads interrupting each show is a massive turn off.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    JD Baldwin
    United States2 months ago
  • Good content, I think?

    Really difficult to get into any flow with ad breaks that happen mid sentence. I understand the business case, but as a listener, it makes it difficult to get value out of an episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    RoMed2014
    United States2 months ago
  • too many ADs

    title and sounds are good but contents are week and too many ads. so loose attention and focus but yeah you get it. I remember the ads!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Gil.H
    South Korea2 months ago

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Guests are consistently strong and insightful, with practical takeaways.
The show delivers inspirational, founder-focused stories and actionable strategies.,
Ads are often distracting or too frequent, impacting flow.

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Estate Attorney: "I'm Giving Away What My Industry Charges Thousands For" | Ep. 445 with Atty. William Funk
Q: What's the biggest mistake business owners make in general?
They often fail to plan for distribution of assets and to align ownership structure with long-term plans, which can lead to conflicts and costly legal issues later.
Estate Attorney: "I'm Giving Away What My Industry Charges Thousands For" | Ep. 445 with Atty. William Funk
Q: What are three tips for a will?
Choose an executor who is trustworthy, ensure proper execution with witnesses and signatures, and address state-specific requirements while understanding how the will interacts with possible trusts.
Estate Attorney: "I'm Giving Away What My Industry Charges Thousands For" | Ep. 445 with Atty. William Funk
Q: Why would you give this information for free?
The guest explains it started the book and aligns with his goal of helping people avoid costly and avoidable mistakes in estate planning.
Financial Expert: "Owning 5 Tech Stocks Isn't A Portfolio" | Ep. 447 with Christopher Zook Chairman & Chief Investment Officer of CAZ Investments
Q: What is your approach to private assets and sports investments?
He explains a thematic, long-horizon approach, focusing on owning the firms that manage private capital and leveraging live entertainment rights, with sports as a durable asset class that benefits from streaming and media rights.
Financial Expert: "Owning 5 Tech Stocks Isn't A Portfolio" | Ep. 447 with Christopher Zook Chairman & Chief Investment Officer of CAZ Investments
Q: What made you want to take the leap from the big firms to start CAZ Investments?
He was motivated by a clear plan and a deadline, embracing a long-term vision and strict preparation to build a leading private markets firm.

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

A candid, founder-centric show that pulls back the curtain on entrepreneurship, leadership, and the grittier side of building and scaling businesses. Across episodes, listeners hear founder stories—from bootstrapped startups to high-growth tech ventures—covering early risks, funding challenges, strategic branding, team dynamics, and the mindset needed to persevere through setbacks. Frequent themes include practical lessons on go-to-market strategy, AI and technology adoption in business, the psychology of leadership, coping with rejection, and the long arc of creating value beyond the headline exits. The format tends to mix hard-earned tactical takeaways with personal anecdotes, offering a mix of inspiration and actionable guidance for curr... more

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Recent guests on Founder's Story include:

1. Tony Hawk
2. Greg Mohr
3. Christopher Zook
4. Scott Frohman
5. William Funk
6. Brent Freeman
7. Charlie Shrem
8. Courtney Shrem

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