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The Messy Parts

with Maryam Banikarim
Broadway
Comedy
Resilience
Career Challenges
Work-Life Balance
Mental Health
Entrepreneurship
New York City
Parenting
Cultural Identity
Optimism
Media Industry
Vicki Freeman
Prejudice
High Fidelity
Debra Martin Chase
Megababe
Body Positivity
Business Failure
Personal Growth

New career advice and messy stories, every Monday.

Whether you’re at the top, or striving to get there—you may have noticed the one thing people rarely talk about: how hard it is to achieve success. The Messy Parts is the answer—a podcast where you’ll hear about the twists, turns and pivots that shape extraordinary careers. The real messy parts along the way. Host Maryam Banikarim has been throug... more

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This week, we are looking back at some of the most powerful, hilarious, and vulnerable moments from The Messy Parts. We created this episode with Hark Audio, gathering the standout clips that define what this show is all about: embracing the chaos an... more

We're going back to our first episode: Katie Sturino is no stranger to reinvention—from fashion PR hustler to viral dog-momager to founder of Megababe and author of the new romcom Sunny Side Up. In the premiere episode of The Messy Parts, she joins M... more

What does it really take to build a career across Saturday Night Live, Broadway’s Wicked, network TV, and music? In this re-release of one of our favorite episodes of The Messy Parts, Ana Gasteyer joins Maryam Banikarim to reveal the messy, unglamoro... more

Is your path too messy for success? In this episode of The Messy Parts, Maryam talks to Rafat Ali, founder of Skift and one of the most quietly influential figures in digital media. This feels like a personal conversation, Rafat opens up about the pa... more

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Recent Guests

Negin Farsad
Comedian and social justice advocate
Episode: The Best of The Messy Parts: Humor, Resilience & Rewriting the Rules
Katie Sturino
Founder of the beauty brand Megababe
Megababe
Episode: The Best of The Messy Parts: Humor, Resilience & Rewriting the Rules
Vicky Freeman
Restaurateur and owner of Restaurants We Love in New York City
Episode: The Best of The Messy Parts: Humor, Resilience & Rewriting the Rules
Cindi Leive
CEO of The Meteor
The Meteor
Episode: The Best of The Messy Parts: Humor, Resilience & Rewriting the Rules
Sarah Perssonat
CEO of Puck News
Puck News
Episode: The Best of The Messy Parts: Humor, Resilience & Rewriting the Rules
Vanessa Barboni Hallik
Entrepreneur in Finance
Episode: The Best of The Messy Parts: Humor, Resilience & Rewriting the Rules
Fede Garcia
Former Chief Creative Officer at BCW
BCW
Episode: The Best of The Messy Parts: Humor, Resilience & Rewriting the Rules
Rafat Ali
CEO and founder of Skift, a travel media platform.
Skift
Episode: Rafat Ali Plays the Long Game: This Internet Pioneer Says You Should Stop Rushing Your Career
Marcy Blum
Celebrity wedding planner with over 35 years in the event planning industry.
Episode: Celebrity Wedding Planner Marcy Blum Turned Fun Into a Million-Dollar Business

Host

Maryam Banikarim
Host of The Messy Parts, Maryam Banikarim has over 20 years of experience in leadership roles across the media, hospitality, and technology sectors. She's known for her honest and encouraging conversational style. Maryam's background equips her with the ability to guide guests through their personal stories while connecting deeply with her audience.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 47 ratings
  • A Great Show!

    Maryam does an amazing job connecting her audience with fascinating guests and getting these guests to open up about the parts of their journeys that are scary, embarrassing and ultimately necessary. A valuable look behind the curtain for people just starting out as well as those in the thick of it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    J.Stephen14
    United States3 months ago
  • A Must Listen, Put It In The Queue!..

    Not only is Maryam B. a highly accomplished in business, entrepreneurship and community building, but add podcast host extraordinaire to the list of accolades - she’s a natural! ‘Messy Parts’ has quickly become one of my favorite pods (2 of my fave EPS to date - Brian ‘The Points Guy’ Kelly & Huff Post Editor-In-Chief Danielle Belton).

    Maryam, along with her partner/producer Andy, have created a platform that draws the listener in with dynamic guests that share their stories (including the go... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    That guy B…
    United States3 months ago
  • Five stars!!

    Not to be missed

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PGS1200
    United States4 months ago
  • Getting inside the heads & hearts of extraordinary people

    Maryam Banikarim could build rapport with an ice sculpture. She’s built this podcast around people as committed to getting real as she is, and the result is a precious view into the messy parts of how anything great (and sometimes not-so-great) comes to be. Entertaining, instructive & entirely a breath of fresh air.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Niko Canner
    United States5 months ago
  • “Real talk” that inspires!

    “The Messy Parts” is my new favorite podcast as it uniquely acknowledges & focuses on the unexpected challenges, blips and beautiful ‘oops’ that happen along every successful woman’s career. Hearing these real stories from women we admire is validating, inspiring and relatable. Each episode gives me a nugget or two to use and share with fellow female execs to help navigate life and work. Can’t wait for more - Keep them coming!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KBRousseau
    United States7 months ago

Listeners Say

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The podcast is praised for its focus on vulnerability and personal storytelling, resonating particularly with professional women.
Audience members value the realness and relatability of the content, often feeling inspired by the stories shared.
Reviewers find Maryam's interviewing style commendable, fostering a comfortable environment for guests to share their experiences.
Listeners appreciate the deep connections and authentic conversations that reveal the real struggles behind success.
Listeners note that the discussions bridge the gap between personal challenges and professional aspirations, making it a must-listen for many.

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Talking Points

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Katie Sturino on Building Megababe, Owning the Mess, and Dreaming Big (Re-Release)
Q: What is the drive to work for you?
Katie expresses that she has a mysterious drive to work and reflects on whether it could be related to undiagnosed ADHD or requires constant accomplishment.
Rafat Ali Plays the Long Game: This Internet Pioneer Says You Should Stop Rushing Your Career
Q: What career myth do you think is a waste of time?
That if you jump from place to place you would get a higher salary.
Rafat Ali Plays the Long Game: This Internet Pioneer Says You Should Stop Rushing Your Career
Q: What would you tell someone to do before they're 35?
Travel as much as you can if you can afford it.
Celebrity Wedding Planner Marcy Blum Turned Fun Into a Million-Dollar Business
Q: What is your definition of success?
Waking up and going, okay, this is okay.
From Her Parents' Basement to Editor-in-Chief (Twice): Danielle Belton's Comeback Story
Q: What advice would you have for somebody who's starting out or pivoting or going through this messy moment?
Belton advises to stop being so hard on oneself and to focus on personal growth rather than comparing to others.

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What is The Messy Parts about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The podcast offers a unique perspective on the complexities of career journeys, highlighting the often-overlooked challenges that accompany success. Through candid conversations with various guests, listeners are invited to explore real-life stories of perseverance, vulnerability, and the lessons learned from both failures and triumphs. Topics frequently discussed include career development, women's empowerment, entrepreneurship, and the importance of mental health, all presented with a relatable and human touch. The host facilitates deep discussions that illuminate the messy parts of life, making it a reassuring listen for anyone navigating their own professional path.

What sets this show apart is its commitment to authenticity, providing... more

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The Messy Parts launched 10 months ago and published 30 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Messy Parts include:

1. Negin Farsad
2. Katie Sturino
3. Vicky Freeman
4. Cindi Leive
5. Sarah Perssonat
6. Vanessa Barboni Hallik
7. Fede Garcia
8. Rafat Ali

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