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Entrepreneurship
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E-Commerce
Artificial Intelligence
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Real Estate
Restaurant Industry
Cannabis Industry
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Fashion
Inc. 5000
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Wellness Industry
Re-Commerce
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AI In Construction
Veterans Day
Leadership
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This is your ultimate guide to navigating the wild ride of launching a small business - packed real talk, expert strategies, and inspiring success stories.

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Latest Episodes

Serial entrepreneur Adrian Balfour grew up herding sheep in rural Ireland. These days, he's building AI software at Envorso and Empwr.AI, running a wool empire in rural Pennsylvania, and helping to bring the Rugby World Cup to the U.S. for the first ... more

Danny Alexander might have the best job title in the business: Chief of Product and Purpose at Who Gives a Crap. The co-founder and Chief of PP walks host Elizabeth Gore through how his company turned a relatively unsexy product into a global brand w... more

What happens when a guy who's never worked in fashion decides to solve a major problem with menswear? You get Collars & Co, the dress-collar polo brand that went from 300 shirts to a Shark Tank deal, a brick & mortar expansion, and millions in sales.... more

Rebel Girls CEO Jes Wolfe turned a children's book into a global media brand that's reached millions of people worldwide. Wolfe joins host Elizabeth Gore to talk about taking over as CEO during COVID, why hitting singles and doubles can be worth more... more

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Recent Guests

Adrian Balfour
Founder and chairman of Envorso and Empower AI; owner of the Seattle Seawolves rugby team
Envorso; Empower AI; Seattle Seawolves
Episode: The tech founder revolutionizing farming and sports
Danny Alexander
Co-founder and Chief of Product and Purpose at Who Gives a Crap
Who Gives a Crap
Episode: The toilet paper brand that funds clean water worldwide
Justin Baer
Founder and CEO of Collars & Co
Collars & Co
Episode: The dress shirt fix that built a multimillion-dollar brand
Jes Wolfe
CEO and chairwoman of Rebel Girls; investor and former competitive athlete; leads a digital media company for girls
Rebel Girls
Episode: A $40K book idea raised $675K and then turned into an empire
Wende Zomnir
Founder of Urban Decay and Caliray
Urban Decay / Caliray
Episode: How Wende Zomnir is disrupting beauty a second time
Wendy Kunkel
Founder of Kemo Sabe Western Wear
Kemo Sabe
Episode: Small business guide: How to survive year one
Hellion Muhammad-Dian
Founder of Slick Chicks
Slick Chicks
Episode: Small business guide: How to survive year one
Emily Hosea
Founder of REVL
REVL
Episode: Small business guide: How to survive year one
Adam Shapiro
Los Angeles-based actor and founder of Shappi's Pretzels
Shappi's Pretzel
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Host

Elizabeth Gore
Host of The Big Idea from Yahoo Finance

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • Picking Up Where Donny Deutsch left off…and loving it!

    Elizabeth:

    It’s such a pleasure to see you pick up where Donny left off on his CNBC show. It was an hour of business inspiration as well as getting tips and learning tricks from entrepreneurs who have been there already. Can’t wait to hear all episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eclectic Eddie
    United Statesa year ago
  • So great!

    Really enjoying this podcast, so educational and interesting!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BLOKAY
    United Statesa year ago

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Guests consistently deliver actionable growth advice for startups.
A practical show with strong founder stories that translate to real-world tactics.
Candid leadership insights make it stand out among business podcasts.

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Talking Points

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The toilet paper brand that funds clean water worldwide
Q: Why did you choose to donate 50% of profits, and how does that integrate with your investor strategy?
Donating 50% created a strong impact narrative, allowed us to attract like-minded investors, and ensured we could scale while staying true to our mission.
The toilet paper brand that funds clean water worldwide
Q: Danny, how did you start the company and what was the thought process behind the initial stunt that launched your brand?
The founders bootstrapped, used a bold stunt to gain attention, and then pivoted to a model that donates half profits to sanitation, which shaped our mission and growth strategy.
The dress shirt fix that built a multimillion-dollar brand
Q: What is your perspective on chasing 'no' as a sales goal, and how does that mindset affect small business strategy?
The host explains that aiming for 'no' can be a productive learning tool, providing actionable feedback that helps refine the pitch and product, rather than fixating on a single sale.
The dress shirt fix that built a multimillion-dollar brand
Q: Why did you decide to go on Shark Tank, given your strength in marketing and cold outreach?
The guest emphasizes that Shark Tank offered tremendous exposure, credibility, and access to potential partners—beyond mere publicity, it could create doors that would accelerate growth and provide critical feedback.
A $40K book idea raised $675K and then turned into an empire
Q: How did Rebel Girls evolve from a book concept to a multi-channel platform for girls?
It started with a book about 100 women with agency, moved to Kickstarter due to publishing challenges, then expanded to podcasting, an app, and video content to reach girls where they are, driven by the desire to inspire practical role models today rather than historical figures.

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The program showcases practical, founder-focused conversations with leaders across consumer brands, technology, and services. Episodes consistently explore how entrepreneurs turn big ideas into scalable businesses, covering topics like fundraising, product-market fit, go-to-market strategies, and operational pivots under pressure. A recurring strength is blending hands-on lessons with candid leadership stories, from family-owned legacies to AI-enabled consumer experiences, making it valuable for listeners seeking actionable takeaways, realistic growth trajectories, and inspiration for solving real-world business challenges. A notable element is the emphasis on mission-driven brands, customer-centric product development, and resilient entrep... more

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