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The Foundation of Healthy Aging and Cellular Health
Feb. 7, 2024

The Foundation of Healthy Aging and Cellular Health

Today, host Ramon Vela interviews Rob Fried, CEO of ChromaDex and maker of TRU NIAGEN. ChromaDex is the global authority on nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+), focusing on the science of healthy aging.

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Revolutionizing Food and Beverage with Sweet Proteins
Feb. 1, 2024

Revolutionizing Food and Beverage with Sweet Proteins

Today, host Ramon Vela interviews the co-founder and Chief Technology Officer at Oobli. Oobli makes seriously sweet proteins that are changing the world, one bite at a time.

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Reconnect Through the Healing Benefits of Massage
Jan. 27, 2024

Reconnect Through the Healing Benefits of Massage

Today, Ramon Vela interviews Gara Post, Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer of The NOW. The NOW, a new concept massage boutique, has quickly become LA's hottest new wellness destination for locals and globe-trotting influencers alike.

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What Founders Should Know About Financials
Jan. 25, 2024

What Founders Should Know About Financials

Today, host Ramon Vela interviewed Alice Zhang, founder of myPocketCFO. myPocketCFO is the new intelligent finance management platform for growing eCommerce and omnichannel consumer brands.

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Understand the Customer and The Technology Will Follow
Jan. 22, 2024

Understand the Customer and The Technology Will Follow

Join our host, Rose Hamilton, Founder of Compass Rose Ventures, as she sits down with Andrew Laudato, Chief Operating Officer of The Vitamin Shoppe, to discuss the fascinating evolution from a technologist to a retail leader.

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Dream Like a Giant. Fight Like an Underdog
Jan. 16, 2024

Dream Like a Giant. Fight Like an Underdog

Today, Ramon Vela interviews Nigel Thomas, Founder of David to Goliath. A newsletter that documents his comeback from near suicide to building a 100,000 community in public and interviewing the best underdogs of this generation.

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Alvies - Welcome to the Boot Party!
Jan. 13, 2024

Alvies - Welcome to the Boot Party!

Today, host Rose Hamilton, founder and principal advisor of Compass Rose Ventures, interviews Alvie Faulkenbery IV, founder and president of Alvies.

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Exciting Plans and Changes in 2024 for The Story of a Brand!
Jan. 10, 2024

Exciting Plans and Changes in 2024 for The Story of a Brand!

Today, we have a special episode. We announce and discuss our “New Strategic Alliance” with ! I’m joined by , Founder and Principal Advisor of Compass Rose. We discuss the challenges facing brands in 2024, how this strategic alliance addresses...

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Retention is the Heart of Your Brand’s Growth
Jan. 4, 2024

Retention is the Heart of Your Brand’s Growth

Today, in our partner series feature, our host, Ramon Vela, interviews Andrew Christison, Co-Founder of Retencity. Retencity works closely with eCommerce, retail, and mobile app brands to build purposeful lifecycle programs that stand out.

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Partner Series: Finaloop - The Financially Intelligent Founder
Dec. 11, 2023

Partner Series: Finaloop - The Financially Intelligent Founder

Today, in our partner series feature, our guest host, Rose Hamilton, Founder and Principal Advisor for Compass Rose Ventures, interviews Lio Pinchevski, Founder and CEO of Finaloop. Finaloop reconciles all financials in real-time, providing e-commerce and DTC brands flawless books, optimized tax re…

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Mother Science - From Melody to Molecules: The Mother Science Skincare Breakthrough
Dec. 5, 2023

Mother Science - From Melody to Molecules: The Mother Science Skincar…

This episode is brought to you by and . In this episode, we interview and , Co-Founders of .  is a biotech beauty brand creating next-generation skincare solutions. They believe in pushing the boundaries of skincare with cutting-edge...

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Pinsy - The Shape of Success: Pinsy’s Pioneering Vision for Shapewear
Nov. 30, 2023

Pinsy - The Shape of Success: Pinsy’s Pioneering Vision for Shapewear

This episode is brought to you by and . In this episode, we interview , Founder and CEO of .  Pinsy Shapewear is redefining and pioneering the Shapewear Made to be Seen category. In a world saturated with Shapewear companies aiming to hide a...

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Hardworking Gentlemen - The Power of Authentic Branding: Hardworking Gentlemen's Storytelling Approach
Nov. 27, 2023

Hardworking Gentlemen - The Power of Authentic Branding: Hardworking …

This episode is brought to you by and . In this episode, we interview , Founder and CEO, and , COO of .   Hardworking Gentlemen (HWG)  is built on authenticity. They make natural and sustainable essentials that men can feel good about...

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Gardenuity - The Power of Gardening and Wellness with Donna Letier
Nov. 27, 2023

Gardenuity - The Power of Gardening and Wellness with Donna Letier

In this episode, we interview Donna Spafford Letier, CEO and Co-Founder of Gardenuity, a company dedicated to making gardening accessible to everyone and promoting well-being. Gardenuity offers various garden kits on its website and provides wellness...

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Sunday - Transforming Lawns and Lives Through Empowerment and Sustainability
Nov. 21, 2023

Sunday - Transforming Lawns and Lives Through Empowerment and Sustain…

This episode is brought to you by and . In this episode, we interview , CEO and Founder of , a brand that helps you grow, mow, and care for your yard in ways that are better for people, pets, and the planet. Highlights: - Coulter shares his...

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MitoQ - Unlock the Power of Cellular Health and a Healthier You
Nov. 21, 2023

MitoQ - Unlock the Power of Cellular Health and a Healthier You

This episode is brought to you by and . In this episode, we interview  , the CEO of , a New Zealand-based company at the forefront of the cellular health movement.  MitoQ is uniquely designed to target cell stress, helping you unlock more...

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Grio - Building Strong Parent-Child Bonds with Grio Baby Bottles
Nov. 18, 2023

Grio - Building Strong Parent-Child Bonds with Grio Baby Bottles

This episode is brought to you by , , and . In this podcast episode, we interview , President and Co-Founder of , a brand that seeks to revolutionize early childhood experiences and support parents through innovative products. Highlights *...

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NeuroGum and Mints - Fueling Your Focus: The Story of Neuro
Nov. 17, 2023

NeuroGum and Mints - Fueling Your Focus: The Story of Neuro

In this episode, we delve into personal relationships, shared values, and the fascinating concept of biohacking with Kent Yoshimura, the Co-founder and CEO of NeuroGum and Mints.  We’ll also discover how these elements are vital to the Neuro’s business growth and...

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Saint Art - Clothes that Maximize Expression, Minimize Impact
Nov. 7, 2023

Saint Art - Clothes that Maximize Expression, Minimize Impact

This episode is brought to you by and . Today, we interviewed , Founder and CEO of . Saint Art is New Your Street Style for everyone.  This new form of American sportswear is easy, effortless, and luxe by addressing the cadence of our...

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Willa’s Oat Milk - Innovative, Nutritious, and Delicious!
Nov. 1, 2023

Willa’s Oat Milk - Innovative, Nutritious, and Delicious!

This episode is brought to you by and . Today, we interview , Co-Founder and CEO of . Willa's Organic Oat Milk is on a mission to change the plant-based milk category for good and forever. Willa's uses real, organic ingredients to create...

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Vdriven - Cash is the Lifeblood of a CPG Brand
Oct. 19, 2023

Vdriven - Cash is the Lifeblood of a CPG Brand

This episode is brought to you by , , and . Today, we interview , Founder and CEO of . Vdriven is a CPG agency dedicated to helping forward-thinking leaders in the natural food space realize their potential and accelerate their growth. Their mission...

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Quiet Punch - Boxing is the Gateway Drug to Training
Oct. 8, 2023

Quiet Punch - Boxing is the Gateway Drug to Training

This episode is brought to you by , , and . Today, we interview , CEO of . Quiet Punch is the most affordable and all-inclusive home boxing solution available. Their platform tracks performance, connects users, and dramatically increases...

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First Light Whiskey - Smooth Coffee-flavored Whiskey for Everyone
Sept. 26, 2023

First Light Whiskey - Smooth Coffee-flavored Whiskey for Everyone

This episode is brought to you by and . In today’s episode, we interview , Co-Founder & CEO of . First Light Whiskey is a smooth, coffee-flavored whiskey that can be enjoyed neat, on ice, or mixed into your favorite cocktail. It’s made with...

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Tidio - The Democratization of AI Customer Service for SMBs
Sept. 23, 2023

Tidio - The Democratization of AI Customer Service for SMBs

This episode is brought to you by & . In today’s episode, we interview , Chief Marketing Officer at . Their suite of live chat, chatbots, helpdesk tools, and AI solutions enables brands of all sizes to offer quick and qualitative support and...

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