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Hey friends, Chase here. Every summer, I revisit conversations from the archive that have stood the test of time. Not because I'm nostalgic, but because the best ideas don't expire. They deepen. This is another installment of Summer School—the set of episodes I personally return to the most when I'm stuck and need something true to lean on. This one with Ryan Holiday is high on that list. I've gone back to it multiple times this year alone. Ryan is a legend—author, media strategist, New York Times bestselling writer, and the person who brought Stoic philosophy into popular culture for a generation of creatives and entrepreneurs. This conversation is from 2017, before he'd fully hit the stride we know him for now. He'd already published something like six books in five years. He was already a force. And yet you can hear, in this episode, exactly where his work was headed. What stands out isn't just marketing tactics. It's framing. Good marketing isn't only writing good copy or taking a nice product photo. It's making work that starts a discussion. It's asking better questions before you begin. And it's using your own mindset—perception, action, will—to keep going when the creative path gets hard. Those tools were spot on then. They're truer now. Nobody cares what you're thinking about doing. Talk about your ideas after you've started them and then show people what you've done. Summer School: Ryan Holiday on Stoicism, Marketing, and Creating Work That Lasts Ryan dropped out of college at 19 to work with Robert Greene, became director of marketing at American Apparel, and later built Brass Check, advising clients like Google, Tim Ferriss, and Tony Robbins. Then he did something that looked, on paper, like career suicide: he wrote Trust Me, I'm Lying—a book about how marketers, companies, and politicians manufacture and manipulate attention online. Instead of burning his marketing career down, it opened writing as a profession. He began identifying as a writer first—keeping a hand in marketing so he wouldn't only comment from the sidelines. That tension runs through the whole episode: how information spreads, what it means to compete for attention, and how to build work that doesn't disappear after the launch week. At the center is Perennial Seller—the art of making and marketing work that lasts. Not the fidget-spinner hit. Not the trend piece. The Original Pantry Cafe that never closes. The book that sells more copies year after year because it solves a real problem. The boot that gets better the longer you wear it. If you're a creator, entrepreneur, or leader trying to make something that matters—and survive the noise long enough for it to land—this episode is still one of the sharpest in the archive. What You'll Hear in This Episode Why Ryan left New York for a cattle ranch outside Austin—and how distance, physical work, and humility made him better at the cerebral work How Trust Me, I'm Lying mapped the attention economy years before "fake news" became a daily phrase Why modern marketing is less about perfect product shots and more about starting conversations A practical crash course in Stoicism: perception, action, and will Ego vs. confidence—and how to market without marketing to yourself Austin Kleon's line: you can't be the noun without doing the verb What makes a perennial seller—and why industries obsess over "new" while most of their money comes from what lasts The "other 50%": craft gets you in the door; packaging, positioning, relationships, and community finish the race Two questions before every project: Who is this for? What does this do for them? Three Stoic Disciplines for Creatives Ryan's version of Stoicism is deliberately practical. Not academic debate—the art of living. Philosophy for the role you're already in: photographer, founder, writer, leader. He walks through three disciplines: 1. Perception How do you look at the situation? Someone is rude. Your company is in trouble. Your work isn't getting seen. Do you decide it's unfair, impossible, purely negative—or do you look for what you can actually use? The Stoics' move: there's no inherent good or bad—there's how we look at things. We don't control most of what happens to us. We do control the last crucial part: what we tell ourselves it means. Marcus Aurelius did that work through writing—Meditations as a private practice of catching your own mind in the act. 2. Action Seeing differently isn't enough. What do you do with the information? Ryan's favorite cut: Casey Neistat telling someone pitching a business idea, essentially—don't tell me the idea. Tell me when you've started it, then show me what you've made. Thinking about running a marathon doesn't count. Starting does. This is the discipline that kills the fantasy. Ideas are cheap. Execution is the only proof. 3. Will How do you handle the moments when life kicks your ass and you can't reverse them? Ryan tells the Edison story: factory on fire, son shell-shocked, Edison telling him to get his mother—she'll never see a fire like this again. Even what you can't control can still transform you. Hardship is often the filter that keeps everyone who doesn't want it as badly as you do from finishing. If it were easy, there'd be more amateurs—and less value. Perennial Seller (and the Other 50%) The face-palm insight behind Perennial Seller: the New York Times bestseller list doesn't track perennial sellers—yet a huge share of publishing income comes from books that came out years or decades ago. Industry attention chases "new." Durable value often lives elsewhere. Ryan's frame for durable work is almost annoyingly clear: This is a blank that does blank for blank. Who is it for—really? Not "everyone" or "smart people." Actual humans. Where they live. What they do. What does it do for them? His editor's line: it's not what a book is—it's what a book does. Then comes Chase's "other 50%," which Ryan amplifies: making the thing is a marathon. Finishing it doesn't mean you've won. There's a second marathon waiting—marketing, packaging, relationships, platform, the bridge from your desk into someone else's life. "If you build it, they will come" has killed a lot of great work. You're not just competing with peers who launched this week. You're competing with time-tested work that already lives on Netflix, in bookstores, in cultural memory. Title, cover, logo, copy, collaborators—these aren't afterthoughts. They're part of the creative expression. Books have covers because people judge them. Your work does too. And if you're already hunting for shortcuts before you've started? That's a signal. Principles over formulas. The shortcuts get exploited the moment they work for everyone. Timecodes So You Can Jump Around 00:00 – Welcome and why this episode is part of Summer School 04:52 – Ryan Holiday joins; life on a ranch outside Austin 09:14 – From renegade marketer to writer: Trust Me, I'm Lying and how attention spreads 15:05 – Why marketing today means starting a discussion 16:58 – Stoicism as a practical art of living 21:54 – Discipline one: perception 25:34 – Discipline two: action (start it, then show it) 28:47 – Discipline three: will (Edison's fire and transforming hardship) 31:36 – Ego vs. confidence; marketing without marketing to yourself 37:01 – Fall in love with the verb, not the noun 40:14 – Perennial Seller: the art of making work that lasts 47:08 – "This is a blank that does blank for blank" 51:07 – Habits of people who make great work (editors, collaborators, objectivity) 54:47 – The other 50%: craft plus packaging, relationships, and community 01:04:35 – Frameworks: Who is this for? What does this do? 01:19:05 – Daily Stoic, memento mori, and closing thoughts Why This Conversation Still Matters In 2017, Ryan was already describing an attention landscape where your best work competes with cats, outrage, porn, fake news, and infinite other options in the feed. That landscape didn't calm down. It accelerated. What still cuts through is the opposite of trend-chasing: work built on timeless problems, principles that survive platform changes, and the humility to keep doing the verb while everyone else celebrates the noun. When I'm stuck—when the world feels noisy and my own next project feels either too precious or too thin—I come back to this episode for the same reminders: Control how you see it. Take action. Let the hard parts transform you. Ask who it's for and what it does. Don't confuse finishing the making with finishing the work. Fall in love with the craft more than the identity. And don't wait until you feel safe to do the honest version of the thing. That's why it's Summer School material. The platforms changed. The books multiplied. The stakes got louder. The questions held. Keep Going Deeper If this conversation resonates: Perennial Seller: The Art of Making and Marketing Work That Lasts The Obstacle Is the Way Ego Is the Enemy Trust Me, I'm Lying Daily Stoic: dailystoic.com Ryan online: ryanholiday.net Follow Ryan: Website | X/Twitter | Facebook Questions to Reflect On Am I still stuck in "thinking about" the project—or have I started something I can show? Where am I treating a hard situation as a verdict, instead of as information I can act on? Am I marketing to an audience—or marketing to myself? Have I fallen in love with the noun (author, founder, photographer) more than the verb? If I had to fill in "This is a ___ that does ___ for ___," could I do it clearly—today? Where have I finished the making and abandoned the second marathon: positioning, packaging, relationships, community? Am I building on timeless problems—or on platforms and tactics that may not survive the next cycle? The Core Idea Work that lasts isn't the work that wins the news cycle. It's the work that keeps solving something real for someone specific—long after the launch adrenaline fades. Ryan's invitation in this conversation is both simple and demanding: sharpen your perception, take action before you announce, let difficulty refine you, kill the ego that wants applause without evidence, and build for durability instead of novelty. If there's one lesson worth carrying forward from this Summer School session, it's this: Make something that starts a conversation—and lasts long enough to deserve one.
We're taking the summer off and rebroadcasting some of our favorite episodes in the archives over the next few months. Today we're rebroadcasting our 2021 episode with Willo Perron, who was named Wallpaper's 2026 Designer of the Year. We'll be back with new episodes in September. — Willo Perron is a designer, creative director, and partner of Perron-Roettinger (now Perron Studios) whose work spans branding, interiors, and live performance. Willo has designed stage sets, packaging, and marketing material for artists like Kanye West, JAY-Z, St. Vincent, and Rihanna as well as branding and retail design for Adidas, Yeezy, and American Apparel. In this episode, Jarrett and Willo talk about the term ‘creative director', his self-education in design, and the overlap between retail spaces and live performance. Links from this episode can be found at: scratchingthesurface.fm/187-willo-perron — We're continuing to publish new content on our Substack. Paid subscribers get bonus interviews every month. Sign up and support the show here: surfacepodcast.substack.com
Some creatives are truly in a league of their own and this guest has always stood out as someone pushing aesthetic boundaries all while being incredibly thoughtful. Artist, singer, designer, muse, creative director, and Tumblr icon KESH has never been too interested in adhering to the typical standards of beauty. She effortlessly rocks red eyeliner and gemstones on her nose, treating her face as a canvas for true self-expression. This level of “divine creativity” as KESH puts it, is what made me - along with so many others - fall in love with her. From spray painting the back of her classmates' uniforms in Croydon, to collaborating with American Apparel, to creative directing a Good American shoot with TLC, tune in as we discuss KESH's creative journey, inspirations, use of beauty as a form of armor and so much more. Enjoy! Links to Products/Resources Mentioned: Simi Haze Eye Gems, Lady Vengeance (2005), TLC for Good American (directed by KESH) Join the Naked Beauty Community on IG: @nakedbeautyplanet Check out nakedbeautypodcast.com for all previous episodes & search episodes by topicRate, Subscribe & Review the Podcast on Apple Thanks for all the love and support. Tag me while you're listening @nakedbeautyplanet & as always love to hear your thoughts :) Stay in touch with me: @brookedevardFollow KESH: @kesh Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This one goes a lil off the rails. Enjoy! Complainers come to Reddit for small complaints and guest Cerise Castle is here for it. Learn about right of repair laws and corporate greed. #generalstrike Should we all have CD players and physical calendars? An incredible story about a brother who saved his sibling's life by pretending to be his dead dad. Beyoncé got Cerise fired from American Apparel. Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
I veckans Kort-kort gör Fanny Ekstrand och Carin Falk en nostalgisk djupdykning i fenomen som en gång kändes självklara men som plötsligt försvunnit ur vardagen. Med utgångspunkt i Carins lista “Vad hände med?” rör sig samtalet mellan svalen i kylskåpet, högstadie-rosor som orsakade både eufori och existentiell ångest, MySpace.com som mötesplats och American Apparel som både stilideal och tveksam kulturplats. Det blir minnen av dammiga rosor upphängda i tonårsrum, irritation över kylskåpskalla tomater, reflektioner kring sociala plattformar som format en generation och en lätt bitter men varm känsla av att vissa små saker faktiskt var bättre förr.
This week, Naomi covers the horrifying public murder of a little girl in Australia. Then Amber covers the story of American Apparel and the abusive founder, Dov Charney. This week, Amber was drinking Maison Perrier Peach SpritzerNaomi's sources:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Darcey_Freeman https://www.theguardian.com/fgirl-thrown-from-bridge-by-father https://murderpedia.org/male.F/f/freeman-arthur.htm https://www.heraldsun.com.au/arthur-freeman-jailed-for-a-32year-minimum https://www.abc.net.au/doctors-knew-freeman-was-violent-before-bridge-murder Amber's Sources:Trainwreck “The Cult of American Apparel”Dov Charney - WikipediaAmerican Apparel founder Dov Charney: ‘Sleeping with people you work with is unavoidable'Support the showGo check out our patreon page athttps://www.patreon.com/crimewineandchaosFor more information about Crime, Wine & Chaos, or to simply reach out and say "hi,"https://www.crimewineandchaos.comCrime, Wine & Chaos is produced by 8th Direction Records. Music by Jeremy Williams. Artwork by Joshua M. DavisAmber is the vocalist in the band, Tin Foil Top Hat. You can find more of her work on all of the music streaming platforms or athttps://www.tinfoiltophat.comNaomi has a twenty year career in tech, and a lifetime interest in all things macabre. She walked away from #startuplife to strike a new path rooted in service. You can find out more about the work she's focused on, support those initiatives, and keep up on her socials here: https://linktr.ee/missgnomers
On this episode of Change Agents, Andy Stumpf sits down with author and host of the podcast The Daily Stoic, Ryan Holiday. He has written several bestselling books, including The Obstacle Is the Way, Ego Is the Enemy, and Stillness Is the Key, which blend Stoic philosophy with modern life to emphasize resilience, discipline, and self-awareness. He's also the former Director of Marketing at American Apparel and later founded the creative agency Brass Check, advising major brands and bestselling authors. His latest release, Wisdom Is the Way, is the fourth book in his Stoic Virtues series, following Courage Is Calling, Discipline Is Destiny, and Right Thing, Right Now. Follow Ryan on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryanholiday The Daily Stoic on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyStoic Change Agents is an IRONCLAD Original Sponsors: Firecracker Farm Use code IRONCLAD to get 15% off your first order at https://firecracker.farm/ Hollow Socks For a limited time Hollow Socks is having a Buy 2 , Get 2 Free Sale. Head to http://Hollowsocks.com today to check it out. #HollowSockspod Mizzen and Main Get 20% off your first purchase at https://www.mizzenandmain.com with promo code IRONCLAD20 Delete MeDeleteMeGo to https://www.joindeleteme.com/IRONCLAD and use coupon code IRONCLAD, or scan the QR code Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Roddy Bottum is a musician most known for the bands Faith No More and Imperial Teen. His detailed new memoir, The Royal We, is out now. We chat about The Dick Dock in Provincetown, getting in early on Apple stock, Manhattan real estate, American Apparel briefs, Kim K's brain scans, the heyday of San Francisco, and early bike messenger culture, heroin, his favorite cruising spots in Los Angeles, why everyone had dreads back then, cantaloupes in the microwave, and we pry some Courtney Love stories out of him. instagram.com/roddybottum twitter.com/donetodeath twitter.com/themjeans howlonggone.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Anna Danylchuk has been creating a war diary since the early days of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine by Russia in 2022. Anna Danylchuk aims to tell the truth about Ukraine and Russia's war and cut through the noise and propaganda. Anna is passionate about the beauty and independence of her country, and communicates this powerfully in her videos, in a clear and honest way.----------LINKS: @AnnafromUkraine https://www.buymeacoffee.com/annafromukraineMy interview with Anna in Lviv - hosted on her excellent channel- https://youtu.be/daHcnsNQ1S0?si=yHbZ2kJZ3CTVRd8Z----------SILICON CURTAIN FILM FUNDRAISER - A project to make a documentary film in Ukraine, to raise awareness of Ukraine's struggle and in supporting a team running aid convoys to Ukraine's front-line towns.https://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extras----------SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtain----------DESCRIPTION:Ukraine's Fight: On-the-Ground Realities and Global Implications | In Conversation with Anna Danylchuk In this episode, Anna Danylchuk returns to discuss the ongoing situation in Ukraine. The video covers a new partnership with American Apparel to support Ukrainian defenders, the aftermath of a devastating Russian drone strike, and the resilience of the Ukrainian people. They delve into Russia's history, its imperial ambitions, and its propaganda tactics. Their discussion also touches on the psychological and cultural differences between Ukraine and Russia, illustrating why Ukraine's fight is about more than just territory. With a backdrop of recent attacks in Kyiv, Anna shares her experiences and sentiments on Russia's failing strategies and the international support Ukraine continues to receive.----------CHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction and Special Announcement01:42 Welcome Back, Anna!02:11 Life in Kyiv During the War04:29 Russian Attacks and Ukrainian Resilience06:37 Russian Propaganda and Misconceptions08:32 Historical Context and Russian Imperialism13:39 The Role of Russian Literature in Propaganda18:49 Western Perceptions and Misunderstandings37:22 The Importance of Ukrainian Unity and Support39:44 Conclusion and Future Plans----------SILICON CURTAIN LIVE EVENTS - FUNDRAISER CAMPAIGN Events in 2025 - Advocacy for a Ukrainian victory with Silicon Curtainhttps://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extrasOur events of the first half of the year in Lviv, Kyiv and Odesa were a huge success. Now we need to maintain this momentum, and change the tide towards a Ukrainian victory. The Silicon Curtain Roadshow is an ambitious campaign to run a minimum of 12 events in 2025, and potentially many more. Any support you can provide for the fundraising campaign would be gratefully appreciated. https://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extrasWe need to scale up our support for Ukraine, and these events are designed to have a major impact. Your support in making it happen is greatly appreciated. All events will be recorded professionally and published for free on the Silicon Curtain channel. Where possible, we will also live-stream events.https://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extras----------TRUSTED CHARITIES ON THE GROUND:Save Ukrainehttps://www.saveukraineua.org/Superhumans - Hospital for war traumashttps://superhumans.com/en/UNBROKEN - Treatment. Prosthesis. Rehabilitation for Ukrainians in Ukrainehttps://unbroken.org.ua/Come Back Alivehttps://savelife.in.ua/en/Chefs For Ukraine - World Central Kitchenhttps://wck.org/relief/activation-chefs-for-ukraineUNITED24 - An initiative of President Zelenskyyhttps://u24.gov.ua/Serhiy Prytula Charity Foundationhttps://prytulafoundation.orgNGO “Herojam Slava”https://heroiamslava.org/kharpp - Reconstruction project supporting communities in Kharkiv and Przemyślhttps://kharpp.com/NOR DOG Animal Rescuehttps://www.nor-dog.org/home/----------
Billy Hamilton is a Toronto based musician and member of the legendary emo band Silverstein. Their latest album Pink Moon is out now and catch them live this fall on their "25 Years of Noise" tour. Billy sat down with us to discuss happy hour martini's, the death of buck a shuck oysters, growing up in Burlington, the early Parts and Labour days, Josh crashing in Billys bed while he was on tour in 2010, The Jonas Brothers, Grade, Boys Night Out, The Q Bar, The Kathedral, myspace, mp3.com, message boards, the Gen Z emo revival, being the only member of his band to move to the city, throwing the first emo night in Toronto, American Apparel, breaking edge, The Social, craft beer, the best food cities, natural wine, "Billy Sundays" and more!Billy HamiltonSilversteinJosh McIntyreNick Marian----COLD PODJoin us on Patreon to access all episode and weekly one on one pods!!https://www.patreon.com/coldpod
This week on Unscripted, Natalie and Paige dive into the Cult of American Apparel documentary, dissecting the rise and fall of the iconic brand and the controversy surrounding its founder. From provocative marketing to toxic workplace culture, they explore how a company that promised authenticity became a cautionary tale. Tune in for hot takes, thoughtful commentary, and a candid conversation you won't want to miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Our commentary of the Netflix documentary episode from the series Trainwreck. Featuring tell-all interviews with insiders and former staff; tracing American Apparel's journey from fashion phenomenon to financial flop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Our commentary of the Netflix documentary episode from the series Trainwreck. Featuring tell-all interviews with insiders and former staff; tracing American Apparel's journey from fashion phenomenon to financial flop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On today's episode, we kick off Part 1 of an unforgettable fireside chat with bestselling author and modern-day philosopher Ryan Holiday, recorded live at the 2025 Dental Success Summit. Dr. Mark Costes sits down with Ryan to explore his journey from college dropout to Director of Marketing at American Apparel, and eventually to becoming a bestselling author and one of the leading voices in contemporary Stoic philosophy. Ryan shares how mentorship from Robert Greene shaped his writing career, what it was like working inside a chaotic billion-dollar startup, and how his first book on media manipulation laid the groundwork for his later philosophical works. He also discusses the founding of his Bastrop-based bookstore and content studio, the Painted Porch, and explains how the wisdom of ancient Stoics remains powerfully relevant in today's fast-paced, tech-saturated world. Be sure to check out the full episode from the Dentalpreneur Podcast! EPISODE RESOURCES https://www.truedentalsuccess.com Dental Success Network Subscribe to The Dentalpreneur Podcast
Amy hosted a Burning Man in North Vancouver, Ryan booked a role and then just as quickly lost it, we chat American Apparel, Amy watched the documentary ‘Unknown Number', another riveting journal entry from Ryan, Amy lived through an earthquake in Santorini, Ryan's first ever concert was Garth Brooks and Amy's was Amy Grant lol, we listen to a dirty country song made by AI, Ryan tried another joke at trivia, a PLT story about risqué images on a phone, another PLT story about a messy pride day, and we play Heavy Metal Band or Hot Sauce! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On today's 8.4.25 show Graham told us about his financial infidelity, house purses are trending, the Morgan Wallen concerts over the weekend, American Apparel put out a statement on the Sydney Sweeney ad, MGK revealed the movie he almost starred in, Jess gives us an update on her man's trip to croatia, updates on the Diddy case, Graham's kids were away for the weekend, women are complaining about "mankeeping" and more!
Another workweek, another outrage, another Casual Friday. Lileks, Hayward, and Cooke remain (reasonably) laid back in the face of madman theory in action, tariff tranches, deadly predators, and pun-heavy advertisements.- Sound from this week's open: Sydney Sweeny promoting American Apparel jeans and Donald Trump explains how to escape from alligators.
Another workweek, another outrage, another Casual Friday. Lileks, Hayward, and Cooke remain (reasonably) laid back in the face of madman theory in action, tariff tranches, deadly predators, and pun-heavy advertisements. – Sound from this week's open: Sydney Sweeny promoting American Apparel jeans and Donald Trump explains how to escape from alligators.
In this episode, Amy Merrick joins us to unpack the rise and fall of American Apparel—a brand that once defined hipster cool and sexual provocation. We explore its bold aesthetics, and controversial founder Dov Charney, who had an ignominious fall. Read Vanessa's book, Blurred Lines: Sex, Power and Consent on Campus, and check out Natalie on Instagram at @natrobe To connect with Infamous's creative team, join the community at Campsidemedia.com/join Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In the 2000s, American Apparel wasn't just a clothing brand, it was a cultural moment. With its provocative ads, made-in-LA ethos, and promise of effortless cool, it captured the hearts (and wardrobes) of a generation. But behind the glossy sheen of disco panties and deep-V tees was a much darker story. In this episode, we dive into the rise and fall of American Apparel and the disturbing behavior of its founder, Dov Charney. From workplace allegations and hypersexual marketing to the brand's implosion, we explore how a so-called progressive fashion empire masked a toxic power structure, and why we were all so quick to buy into it. Hey Alexa, play "Passion Pit" by sleepy head. Our full episode is on our premium channel for $7.99 here for THREE bonus eps a month. Please support podcasts without influencer or celebrity status and help us get paid for our work! Go here to see our socials and updates Created and produced by Tess Bellomo & Claire Donald Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
V 16. díle videopodcastu týdeníku Respekt Dělníci kultury spolu Jindřiška Bláhová, Pavel Turek a Jan H. Vitvar debatují o tom, co je v uplynulém týdnu v kultuře zaujalo či zklamalo a o své aktuální práci. Tentokrát došlo na: úmrtí Ozzyho Osbourna dokument Sally Rose Griffiths Totální provar: American Apparel seriály Willa Smitha Slow Horses, Leny Dunham Trochu moc a Leny Dunham Girls katalog výstavy National Portrait Gallery v Londýně The Face: Culture Shift audio výběr ČRo z knihy Carla Gustava Junga Vzpomínky, sny, myšlenky výstavy Update (Bold Gallery), Kateřina Ondrušková: Fialová voní nejvíc (Trafo Gallery) a Kashinath Chawan: Živé vize z prachu ulice (Galerie Art Brut Praha) knihu Umberta Eca Baudolino (Argo) Když už člověk jednou je, tak má sledovat kulturu v Respektu.
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This week, Theresa Cantley had the joy of chatting with her mentor, Chelsea Grayson. Chelsea is a lawyer turned seasoned CEO & board member. She's been the CEO of several highly successful companies, including American Apparel, True Religion, and Spark Networks. This episode originally aired as a casual chat on LinkedIn Live, but quickly turned into an insightful conversation on leadership, building teams, repairing cultures after toxic leadership leaves, and the importance of having a mentor. For those who don't yet know Chelsea Grayson, you're in for a treat. Her career spans three dynamic chapters (with more likely on the horizon). Tune in for a very real, humor-filled conversation on being a CEO and entrepreneur today! Things to listen for: How Chelsea went from lawyer to successful CEO of multiple companies [4:23] What lessons Chelsea has learned on teamwork in her career [25:28] Why active listening is a key ingredient of good leadership [27:33] What makes a truly great leader [44:26] BOOK A COFFEE CHAT: Book a free virtual coffee chat with me and let's talk through where you're stuck, your business needs, and how we can start building a stronger foundation for you and your team. GET ACCESS TO THE SECRET PODCAST: Looking to improve employee engagement, build connections with your customers and get the freedom to finally take a vacation? Get access to my special, secret podcast Lead with Soul where I dive deep into what you can do to avoid the most common pitfalls in leadership while building a high performing team and a business that thrives no matter what the economy is doing. Head on over to https://theresacantley.com/lead-with-soul/ to join the movement!
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Lily Allen and Miquita Oliver discuss Justin Bieber & Swag, Lena Dunham's new Netflix show and the cult of American Apparel.This episode contains very strong language and adult themes. Credits: Producer: Flossie Barratt Technical Producer: Will Gibson Smith Assistant Producer: Caillin McDaid Production Coordinator: Rose Wilcox Executive Producer: Dino Sofos Assistant Commissioner for BBC: Lorraine Okuefuna Commissioning Editor for BBC: Dylan Haskins Miss Me? is a Persephonica production for BBC Sounds
This week, things are just Too Much. Hunter and Peyton discuss Lena Dunham's new Netflix show, chat with Recho Omondi of the Cutting Room Floor about her viral interview with Steve Madden, and get into the new Netflix documentary about American Apparel — and their own memories of the brand. Follow @lemmesaythispod on Instagram, Tik Tok and Youtube for more from Lemme Say This. Be the first to know about Wondery's newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now at https://wondery.fm/wonderynewsletter Listen to Lemme Say This on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Watch new episodes on YouTube and listen to weekly exclusive bonus content by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/lemme-say-this/ now. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This week, if the Paramount sale ever closes, its new leadership will have some challenges. And Disney seeks to get rid of some of its cable assets. Nielsen Ratings Show Notes Roger Goodell: NFL "will look at" its options after change in control over CBS - NBC Sports Disney and Hearst Exploring Deals for A+E Global Media as Cable Channel Market Ramps Up MLB, ESPN renew talks to keep baseball on network: Sources - The Athletic NASA+ is Coming to Netflix This Summer - NASA Netflix's Trainwreck Documentaries, Helped By Poop Cruises and American Apparel, Show Why Streamer Is Scheduling More Carnage 'Duster' Canceled By HBO Max After One Season Netflix's ‘Queer Eye' To End With Season 10 (Exclusive) ‘Squid Game: The Challenge' Renewed for Season 3 at Netflix as Season 2 Gets New Teaser and Release Date ‘Virgin River' Gets Early Season 8 Renewal, Becomes Netflix's Longest-Running Scripted Series 'Slow Horses' Renewed For Season 7 At Apple TV+ ‘Murderbot' Lands Season 2 Renewal at Apple TV+ What We've Been Doing Fantasticland by Mike Bockoven Sandman, season 2, part 1 Critical Role Daggerheart Age of Umbra
SummaryIn this episode, the hosts discuss various topics ranging from personal updates and work-life balance to the recent legal troubles of Diddy and the dynamics of jury trials. They also delve into the American Apparel documentary, sharing insights and reflections on the brand's impact and controversies. In this engaging conversation, the hosts delve into various themes including the consequences of words and actions, cultural commentary on celebrity behavior, the complexities of modern dating dynamics, the importance of mindfulness in communication, and reflections on recent weather events and community support. They also share literary recommendations and discuss the significance of genuine interactions in relationships.Follow us @FriendSinceCollege @Tres_Ninos_Brown @Ambishus_Delux @CJ_Quartlbaum
Llegó a pantallas de cine la nueva entrega de Superman, un superheroe que ha tenido diversas versiones tanto en tele como en cine, para rescatar a un personaje que hace casi 5 décadas tuvo un éxito inmenso, pero que no ha podido penetrar de nuevo en el gusto de la gente. Esta vez dirige James Gunn, un director que conoce bien el género y que imprime una visión única. Back to the basics; es Superman quizá el woke anti fascista de toda la vida.Llegó a Netflix la nueva serie de Lena Dunham, se llama "Too Much" y hay bastante que analizar.Estamos en la cuenta regresiva rumbo al Emmy; quedan dos meses y echamos algunas predicciones, incluyendo "The Pitt", la serie de HBO Max que estamos seguros que entra por su inmensa calidad. Aquí hablamos un poco de ella.Netflix tiene un serial de documentales llamados "Fiasco Total", aqui repasamos el de "El Crucero de la Caca" y el de "American Apparel".Rodrigo Santos, director de la serie "Sin Querer Queriendo" y productor del documental de Netflix "El Caso Cassez-Vallarta" nos da sus recomendaciones. Esto y mucho más, en este su bonito capitulo semanal de Brujas.
Brad Pitt's carefully crafted F1: The Movie promo run has us thinking about how celebrities script their own stories and how easily we buy into them. From Brad's quiet erasure of abuse allegations by Angelina Jolie to Chris Brown packing stadiums despite a long history of violence, we're diving into the messy, age-old question: can you really separate the art from the artist? Also this week: a gorgeously candid Charlize Theron interview, Tim Key's rom-com of the summer The Ballad of Wallis Island and Netflix's jaw-dropping exposé on the cult of American Apparel and the toxic founder Dov Charney. We love hearing from you, DM us @straightuppod, email at hello@straightuppodcast.co.uk and follow us on TikTok @straightuupod too!Huge thanks to our sponsor Yonder, the incredible lifestyle rewards credit card packed with rewards you'll actually *want* to use. Find out more at yonder.com/straightupBorrow responsibly. £15 a month. 18+ and UK only. Rep 66.0% APR var. T&Cs apply.Try BookBeat for free for 60 days (w 40 hrs of listening) and stream millions of audiobooks using our code straightup at bookbeat.comRecs/ reviews:Birnam Wood, Eleanor CattonCharlize Theron, Call Her Daddy Brad Pitt is Fooling You, Vulture A Complete Timeline of Chris Brown's Controversies, PeopleScooter Braun, Diary of a CEOBrad Pitt, GQ interview by Otessa Mosfegh, 2022I think I'm done with being interviewed by women. Jameela Jamil Substack Millie Bobby Brown, ageing and Lucy Boynton on domestic violence, our March 6 episode Trainwreck:The Cult of American Apparel, NetflixThe Ballad of Wallis Island, in cinemas now . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Craig Patterson and Tony Flanz, founder and CEO of Montreal-based brokerage Think Retail, discuss the 20-year journey of Think Retail, the Montreal-based brokerage firm founded by Flanz in 2005. Flanz shares the inspiration behind launching his business—a desire to provide a more personalized, white-glove service to clients—and reflects on his first client, Bizou, a relationship that blossomed into a deeply personal, multi-generational collaboration. His unwavering passion and client-first approach remain at the heart of Think Retail's success, which continues to grow through long-term partnerships and strategic leasing across Canada. They explore milestone moments, including the pivotal Fossil mandate, early deals like American Apparel at Yorkdale, and the emotional story of Flanz's philanthropic work with Autism Speaks. While building his firm, Flanz faced immense personal challenges—supporting a son diagnosed with autism and caring for a terminally ill wife—yet he continued to grow the business with resilience and optimism. He credits the brokerage as both a professional outlet and emotional anchor during these years. They also discuss how Think Retail is shaping the future of Canadian retail, from introducing international brands like Adopt, Kmart 24, and Morgan de Toi, to helping Crocs expand across Canada. Flanz emphasizes the enduring value of integrity, relationships, and local market insight in an industry increasingly shaped by online retail, entertainment-focused malls, and digital tools. Looking ahead, he sees vast opportunity for global brands in Canada, thanks to low market saturation, high-performing malls, and a strong national identity. Interviewed this episode:Tony Flanz, President at Think RetailThink RetailThis podcast is the audio version of the The Interview Series video podcasts by Retail Insider Canada are available through our Retail Insider YouTube Channel where you can subscribe and be notified when new video episodes are available. Subscribe, Rate, and Review our Retail Insider Podcast! Follow Craig:LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/CraigPattersonTorontoInstagram: @craig_patterson_torontoTwitter: @RI_EIC Follow Retail Insider:LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/Retail-InsiderFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RetailInsider/Twitter: @RetailInsider_Instagram: @Retail_Insider_Canada Share your thoughts!Drop us a line at Craig@Retail-Insider.com. You can also rate us in Apple Podcasts or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show!Background Music Credit: Hard Boiled Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License. http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Sarah and Mary share their thoughts on Netflix's America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders and Trainwreck: The Cult of American Apparel.Join us on Patreon for more of the Inner Sanctum with Sarah and Mary: teacher accused of boozing and calling her students little sh*ts, Jennifer Aniston scams, vow of silence summer - and more. Subscribe, Follow, Like, and Review, Wherever you get your podcasts.Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, & Facebook. Get RUMP Merch here:https://areyoumypodcast.bigcartel.com/ Visit HelloFresh.com/mypodcast10fm for ten free meals with a free item for life.Visit viia.co/mypodcast and use code MYPODCAST for 15% off and get a free gift.Visit mintmobile.com/mypodcast to get your summer savings and and shop premium wireless plans.Visit functionhealth.com/mypodcast between July 7th and July 11th for 160+ lab tests for $365. sarahcolonna.commaryradzinski.com Sarah's merchMary's merch © 2020-2022 Are You My Podcast?
Trainwreck The Cult Of American Apparel - Documentary CommentaryReality is Optional with Kris Rubio is your offbeat escape from the everyday grind — where reality takes a backseat and comedy rides shotgun. Hosted by stand-up comic and creative madman Kris Rubio, this podcast breaks down documentaries with irreverent, thoughtful, and hilarious commentary that turns deep dives into wild rides.Every weekday, Kris serves up fresh takes on a documentary of his choosing — dissecting, paraphrasing, and clowning on everything from science to society, politics to pop culture. On Saturdays, the format flips into full-blown musical chaos with freestyle raps and beat-making sessions. Sundays cap off the week with an hour-long house music DJ set to vibe, reflect, and reset.Whether you're here to learn, laugh, nod in agreement, or raise an eyebrow — just remember: Reality is Optional.Watch live every day! SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS & TICKETS⤵️https://linktr.ee/KrisrubioartistSUPPORT KRIS'S WORK
Get ready for music, mayhem, and poop, because it's the What's New to Netflix: Trainwreck Special, where we review three new Trainwreck docs streaming on Netflix! And we also talk about the titles coming to Netflix in July 2025. First up, Travis Scott's 2021 Astroworld concert goes from dangerous to deadly in Trainwreck: The Astroworld Tragedy, directed by Yemi Bamiro & Hannah Poulter, from 2025. Next, the mayor of Toronto, Rob Ford, gets caught smoking crack on video in Trainwreck: Mayor of Mayhem, directed by Shianne Brown, also from 2025. And finally, the Carnival Triumph is stranded at sea, and the passengers' excrement has nowhere else to go in Trainwreck: Poop Cruise, directed by James Ross, from 2025, as well. All of this plus a bonus mini-review of Trainwreck: The Cult of American Apparel, trying to understand the Karate Kid franchise, The Old Guard 2, sharks, building a band, secrets in the wilderness, and even more Trainwreck chat. got a suggestion for the show?: whatsnewtonetflix@gmail.com
It's the last day of Summer School for Jason, Alexis and Kendall: "Squid Game 3" breaking the internet, "Trainwreck: The Cult of American Apparel" and "Jaws at 50" reviews!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
We've got scandals, feuds, and chaos across the Bravo-verse (and beyond) today:
The Netflix series Trainwreck looks at the scandals, disasters, and plain ol' screw-ups that captivated the world. This season covers the rise and fall of a fashion empire in The Cult of American Apparel. And it explores the mistakes that led to a fatal concert performance in The Astroworld Tragedy. We hear from experts, journalists, and those who lived through it to explore not only what happened…but why. In this episode of You Can't Make This Up, host Rebecca Lavoie interviews Georgia Jasper, Kari Lia, and Hannah Poulter. SPOILER ALERT! If you haven't watched Trainwreck yet, make sure to add it to your watch-list before listening on. Dig deeper into all of your favorite Netflix documentaries and films at Tudum.com. There you can read much more on each of the catastrophes covered in this season of Trainwreck. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.
RIP Jimmy Swaggart, Diddy decisions, Lily Philips bests Bonnie Blue, Andy Green's spiral, The Cult of American Apparel, and the Best Movies of the 21st century. PLUS! WATP Karl takes down a Radio Hall of Famer, poor Opie, and Woke Dad's simp storytelling. RIP Jimmy Swaggart. We remember when he “sinned against” his lord. Things are heating up in the Diddy case. the jury has made decisions on charges 2-5, but must keep deliberating the RICO charge. University of Idaho murderer Bryan Kohberger gets to live. The families of the victims are divided. Some brat jumped off a Disney cruise. Dad is declared a ‘hero', but how did a 5-year-old end up overboard. Firefighter killer Wess Roley was a turd and an incel. Authorities were concerned he'd steal a fire truck. It turns out, fire trucks are often stolen. Glastonbury seems like a good time. Olivia Rodrigo and Robert Smith join forces. Former Dave & Chuck “the Freak” show member Andy Green continues to put out odd videos on YouTube and Twitter. Amy Poehler has a successful terrible podcast. Whores: Bonnie Blue kicked off OnlyFans. Lily Phillips has broken Bonnie's world record for most dudes banged in 12 hours. Ryan Seacrest looks gaunt, frail and 3/8th of his former self. Karl from WATP drops by to destroy Radio Hall of Famer Martha Quinn, take some shots at Gregg ‘Opie' Hughes, drop some Woke Dad on us and more. Karl has ANOTHER live gig coming up, check it out. Caitlin Clark's peers are not a fan of her. Dick Vitale pops off. The Cult of American Apparel is the latest from the Trainwreck series on Netflix. Jonny Makeup stole the show. Rolling Stone dropped a list of the 21st Century. NYT did a list as well and it's better. A WNBA trade has broken up a relationship. Mexico is run amok of cartels. If you'd like to help support the show… consider subscribing to our YouTube Channel, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (Drew Lane, Marc Fellhauer, Trudi Daniels, Jim Bentley and BranDon).
Live experience & interior designer Willo Perron grew up in Montreal surrounded by creativity. An industrious kid, he dropped out of high school at 14 to follow his own entrepreneurial and creative path. He got his start around the nightclub scene in Montreal doing everything from designing flyers, to lighting, to scouting DJs, and designing streetwear. Since then he's gone on to design the now-famous aesthetic for American Apparel retail stores, as well as collaborate with many of pop music's biggest stars, including Kanye, Drake, Lady Gaga, and St. Vincent. With partner Brian Roettinger, he's built a multidisciplinary design firm, Perron-Roettinger, that works across Interior design, live experience, print, and identity. A firm believer in life having a way of working out, Willo continues to embrace entrepreneurship, creativity, and collaboration in an intuitive and exhilarating way. Images, links and more from Willo Perron!Special thanks to our sponsor: Wix Studio:Web designers, Wix Studio lets you deliver your vision with less friction. Built for agencies and enterprises, you get total creative control over every last pixel, with no-code animations, tons of AI tools, reusable design assets, and advanced layout tools. Check out Wix Studio for your next project: https://www.wix.com/studio.Clever is hosted & produced by Amy Devers, with editing by Mark Zurawinski, production assistance from Ilana Nevins and Anouchka Stephan, and music by El Ten Eleven.If you enjoy Clever we could use your support! Please consider leaving a review, making a donation, becoming a sponsor, or introducing us to your friends! We love and appreciate you!Subscribe - listen to Clever on any podcast app!Sign up for our Substack for news, bonus content, new episode alertsVisit cleverpodcast.com for transcripts, images, and 200+ more episodesSay Hi! on Instagram & LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Derrick Emsley is the co-founder and CEO of Tentree, a purpose-driven lifestyle apparel brand that plants ten trees for every product sold. With a background in environmental stewardship, carbon markets, and sustainable business strategy, Derrick leads Tentree's mission to make regeneration scalable through consumer action.Since launching Tentree in 2012, Derrick has grown the brand into a category leader in sustainable apparel, helping plant nearly 100 million trees worldwide. Without relying heavily on paid media, his scaled impact through values-aligned partnerships, product storytelling, and community-powered growth. In 2021, he co-founded Veritree, a technology platform built to verify, monitor, and audit global reforestation with end-to-end transparency.Grounded in climate impact and systems thinking, Derrick focuses on building businesses that convert everyday consumption into measurable environmental good. Whether guiding Tentree's brand vision or driving tech innovation with Veritree, he offers a blueprint for founders' scaling mission with integrity, traceability, and long-term environmental ROI.In This Conversation We Discuss:[00:48] Intro[00:58] Naming the brand after the mission itself[01:55] Pivoting purpose into a consumer brand[03:54] Partnering with retailers to gain early traction[05:49] Running mission ops while scaling the brand[06:22] Building tech to verify real-world impact[08:22] Responding to unexpected product demand[10:10] Connecting funders to verified outcomes[11:35] Embedding impact to boost DTC performance[12:53] Electric Eye, Social Snowball, Portless, Reach & Zamp[20:15] Building a global supply chain from scratch[23:21] Balancing co-founder strengths from day one[24:10] Creating decision fatigue with too much choice[27:33] Leveraging impact as a growth advantageResources:Subscribe to Honest Ecommerce on YoutubeEarth-First, sustainably made apparel that plant trees tentree.com/Verified reforestation projects for your business veritree.com/tree-plantingFollow Derrick Emsley linkedin.com/in/derrickemsleySchedule an intro call with one of our experts electriceye.io/connectDrive revenue through affiliates & referrals socialsnowball.io/honestRevolutionize your inventory and fulfillment process portless.com/Level up your global sales withreach.com/honest Fully managed sales tax solution for Ecommerce brands zamp.com/honestIf you're enjoying the show, we'd love it if you left Honest Ecommerce a review on Apple Podcasts. It makes a huge impact on the success of the podcast, and we love reading every one of your reviews!
Welcome back friends to our podcast, your World of Creativity. We're continuing our around the world journeys to talk to creative practitioners everywhere about how they get inspired, about how they organize ideas, and of course how they gain the confidence and connections to get our work out into the world.And today our creative passport is being stamped in Sydney, Australia. And we're talking to designer, creative director and founder of his own design firm, Ben Rennie. He is the author of a new book, Lessons in Creativity.Ben's Website @benrennie on Instagram Ben's book: https://www.wiley.com/LessonsinCreativity1. Your Creative & Entrepreneurial JourneyBen, you've worked with some of the world's biggest brands—Patagonia, Google, K-Mart, Canon, Nike, Adidas, American Apparel, Dolce & Gabbana, Ray-Ban, Chanel, Prada, and more. What sparked your journey into design and creativity, and how did it evolve into leading a global brand and UX agency?2. The Power of Creativity in Everyday LifeYour book, Lessons in Creativity, emphasizes that creativity isn't just for artists—it's essential to work, relationships, and personal fulfillment. Can you share a moment when embracing creativity transformed your approach to life or business?3. Unlocking New Horizons Through Creative ThinkingYou talk about creativity as a tool for forming new habits, crafting fresh narratives, and unlocking unseen potential. What strategies or mindset shifts help people break out of creative ruts and reimagine possibilities?4. Overcoming Creative Blocks and Taking the First StepFor those feeling stuck or disconnected, your book serves as a guide to reigniting creativity. What's one actionable step someone can take today to overcome fear and start engaging with their creative potential?5. The Intersection of Design, Technology, and PurposeAs Chair of Design Declares Australia and an advocate for sustainability, how do you see design and technology shaping a more meaningful and purpose-driven future?Special thanks to our sponsor, White Cloud Coffee Roasters—listeners can enjoy 10% off with the code "CREATIVITY" at checkout. Visit www.whitecloudcoffee.com.Listeners, don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe on your favorite podcast platform!
In the early 2000s, American Apparel was the coolest kid on the block, slinging ethically-made tees and scandalous billboards. But founder Dov Charney's penchant for office orgies and nude photoshoots proved too spicy for Wall Street, turning his sweatshop-free dream into a nightmare of lawsuits, bankruptcy, and one very public walk of shame.Sasheer Zamata and Jared Goldstein join Misha to uncover the almost naked truth behind American Apparel. Be the first to know about Wondery's newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now at https://wondery.fm/wonderynewsletterListen to The Big Flop on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen early and ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/the-big-flop/ now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On this episode of the Trade Guys, we welcome Stephen Lamar, President and CEO of the American Apparel & Footwear Association, for his perspectives on the impacts of tariffs on supply chains and domestic production.
Chelsea Grayson is the former CEO of American Apparel and True Religion, and now a restructuring expert and board member. This episode blends corporate war stories, powerful insights on leadership, and real talk about the realities women face in high-powered roles.This conversation goes from corporate implosions to MeToo fallout, from rebuilding billion-dollar brands to firing half a team in a single week. Chelsea is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to leadership and shares what it really takes to lead under fire, how to win respect in a room others don't expect you to be in, and to know when a company needs to burn down to rebuild.Chelsea's InstagramCheck out my Online Men's Coaching Community We Are The They and see how it's changing men's lives across the globe!Get my FREE guide with 45 Days of Simple Tips to Become a Better ManPick up my USA Today bestselling book Be One: How to Be a Healthy Man in Toxic TimesJoin the Real Men, Real Conversations Facebook Group
A sleeve, a collar, soles, or laces — these elements of your wardrobe vary and define your style. But it takes many steps to get them from a factory into your closet.How does something like a t-shirt become a finished product?About 97 percent of clothing and footwear in the U.S. is imported, according to the American Apparel and Footwear Association. Those imports are mostly from Asian countries including China, Vietnam, Bangladesh, and India.We unpack it in this installment of our series, "How Did This Get Here," where we follow the supply chains and costs associated with some of your favorite products.Want to support 1A? Give to your local public radio station and subscribe to this podcast. Have questions? Connect with us. Listen to 1A sponsor-free by signing up for 1A+ at plus.npr.org/the1a.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
Ryan Holiday dropped out of college to apprentice under Robert Greene, gaining invaluable insights on writing, entrepreneurship, leadership, and human nature. This mentorship laid the foundation for his bold marketing campaigns at American Apparel and his rise as a bestselling author and entrepreneur. In this episode, Ryan reveals how stoic principles can sharpen leadership skills, improve decision-making, enhance problem-solving, and empower entrepreneurs to overcome challenges for sustainable growth. In this episode, Hala and Ryan will discuss: (00:00) Introduction (01:44) Robert Greene's Influence on His Career (09:04) Leveraging Controversy for Marketing Success (14:18) Media Manipulation and Its Impact (18:30) The Stoic Approach to Life and Business (26:39) The Four Stoic Virtues for Personal Development (28:01) Embracing the Realities of Entrepreneurship (30:29) Mastering Clear Decision-Making (36:07) The Dangers of Ego in Leadership (38:31) How Stoicism Drives Productivity (42:59) Building Ethical Habits and Leadership Skills (47:50) The Power of Effective Time Management Ryan Holiday is a bestselling author, entrepreneur, and media strategist known for popularizing Stoic philosophy in modern culture. He served as Director of Marketing at American Apparel before founding his creative agency, Brass Check. Ryan's books, including The Obstacle Is the Way and The Daily Stoic, have sold over 2 million copies in 30 languages. His work helps leaders and creatives apply Stoic principles to overcome challenges. Sponsored By: Resources Mentioned: Ryan's Book, Trust Me, I'm Lying: bit.ly/TrustMeLying Ryan's Book, Right Thing, Right Now: bit.ly/RightThingNow Ryan's Podcast, The Daily Stoic: bit.ly/DailyStoicPod Active Deals - youngandprofiting.com/deals Key YAP Links Reviews - ratethispodcast.com/yap Youtube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/ Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/ Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.com Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship Podcast, Business, Business Podcast, Self Improvement, Self-Improvement, Personal Development, Starting a Business, Strategy, Investing, Sales, Selling, Psychology, Productivity, Entrepreneurs, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Marketing, Negotiation, Money, Finance, Side Hustle, Mental Health, Career, Leadership, Mindset, Health, Growth Mindset, Networking, Goal Setting, Strategic Planning, Mindset, Team Building.
Dan Jablons heads up Retail Smart Guys, a premier consulting company for independent retail. Dan studied at the Ohio State University, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Marketing and Production. Throughout his career, he's worked with big-name retailers like Walmart, Target, JC Penney, American Apparel, Betsey Johnson, Donna Karan, Jimmy Choo, and many others.Dan also worked for a clothing manufacturer where he piloted vendor-managed inventory programs, a leading point-of-sale provider (where he installed systems and provided merchandising help to retailers large and small) and internet marketing (where he helped retailers establish a presence on the web.)In addition to his vast retail background, Dan also has a background in improvisational theater. He recently appeared on Curb Your Enthusiasm (he played Larry David's lawyer) and is often seen in national commercials. Dan combines his extensive knowledge of retail with his comedy skills to become one of the industry's most popular speakers. He has spoken at Magic, Surf Expo, at local municipal and trade show events, and many other venues.In this conversation, Dan provides insights into the concept of open to buy (OTB) and how his company helps stores become more profitable. He shares the strategies he uses to get inventory moving and how to tell a story with your merchandise. Dan also shares his two cents on what's going on with tariffs, why email marketing is so important, and what it's like to work with the Retail Smart Guys.MC Design Academy is designed to be a space where I get to share my expertise with you, where you'll get to learn all about visual merchandising, design, display, retail, and everything in between. Come along as I practice my craft and be sure to like, subscribe, and follow our socials to keep updated. See you in the merchandising land of MC Design Academy!What's Inside: How Retail Smart Guys helps stores become more profitableDan's thoughts on how tariffs will impact retailersWhy you need an email marketing strategy Mentioned In This Episode:Retail Smart Guys on InstagramRetail Smart Guys on FacebookDan Jablons on LinkedIn
Chelsea Grayson, a distinguished business leader with vast experience in both law and high-profile executive roles, joins the podcast to discuss her impressive career trajectory. Having held CEO positions at major brands like True Religion, American Apparel, and Spark Networks, Chelsea now serves on several high-profile boards, including Beyond Meat. Throughout the conversation, she offers valuable insights into leadership and scaling companies, drawing from her experience running large organizations with thousands of employees.In addition to her corporate expertise, Chelsea emphasizes the importance of transparent communication, particularly in large companies. She also explores the nuances of leadership, such as the critical role of strategic delegation, the necessity of a strong CFO, and how to maintain a healthy company culture. Reflecting on her journey, she shares how navigating change and balancing innovation with stability have shaped her approach to leading big brands and guiding entrepreneurs through their own growth challenges.CHAPTER TITLES02:00 - Introduction to Chelsea Grayson04:11 - Career Evolution from Lawyer to CEO06:13 - The Importance of Regular Communication08:12 - Delegation and the Art of Scaling10:08 - The Role of a Strategic CFO12:05 - Addressing Company Culture14:06 - Understanding the Role of a Board of Directors16:01 - Speed vs. Stability in Big Companies18:09 - Maintaining Entrepreneurial Innovation20:00 - Managing Change in Large OrganizationsConnect with Chelsea Grayson:SOCIALS - Chelsea GraysonConnect with Rudy Mawer:LinkedInInstagramFacebookTwitter
In the 2010s, Ryan Holiday was the head of marketing for the controversial clothing brand American Apparel, and the sought-after media strategist for people like the womanizing blogger Tucker Max. Then he wrote an exposé called Trust Me, I'm Lying, which lifted the veil on his world of media manipulation. Now, he is an advocate of the ancient philosophy of stoicism, which he roughly defines as the idea that we do not control what happens but we do control how we respond, and that it's best to respond with four key virtues: courage, wisdom, temperance, and justice. His series of books on stoic virtues have sold over three million copies worldwide. His latest book, Right Thing, Right Now, is about the necessity of living justly—even when it is hard. Today: why power corrupts, how ego can destroy you, whether we should remain loyal to people even when they do abhorrent things, the limits of free speech, and how to treat people in our everyday lives. If you liked what you heard from Honestly, the best way to support us is to go to TheFP.com and become a Free Press subscriber today. The Free Press earns a commission from any purchases made through all book links in this article. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover the Adobe Express mobile app, including Adobe Firefly generative AI technology, now available on iOS and Android. Head to adobe.com/express or your app store to download today. This is the last episode of the season, but we'll be back very soon after a short summer hiatus. We couldn't think of a more perfect guest to end things off with than multi-hyphenate Kamie Crawford. She has quite the CV. She's a producer and creator, the host of MTV's Catfish: The TV Show, Are You The One? *and* Ex on the Beach, a Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model, and the former Miss Teen USA 2010. She also has her very own relationship advice podcast, Relationshi*t. Kamie originally wanted to be a dermatologist, but quickly pivoted to communications after taking biology in college and hating it. she did local red carpet interviews and sent her reel to different news stations. She even moved to New York and modeled while trying to land TV hosting work that never came. Things changed in 2018 when someone in casting for Catfish reached out to see if she'd be interested in guest hosting with star Nev Schulman. She was a natural and landed a spot as a full-time host. In today's episode of Girlboss Radio, Kamie talks about lying on her job application to land her first job at American Apparel, when to know which career opportunities to say "yes" to, and how being delusional is the reason she got to where she is today. New episodes of Girlboss Radio drop every Tuesday. Never miss an episode by subscribing here: girlboss.com/pages/girlboss-radio-subscribe. Check out our brand-new Girlboss Courses! In Spark Your Career Renaissance, career coach Tori Lazar will help you figure out what lights you up at work and in your life, and teach you how to go from stuck to success. Learn more and enroll at course.girlboss.com/courses/spark-your-career-renaissance. In The Life Planner Class, Jésabel DC, a digital organization expert, will show you how to win back up to 40 hours of free time every month through techniques like time-blocking. Learn more and enroll at: course.girlboss.com/courses/the-life-planner-class. Sign up for Girlboss Daily, our must-read morning newsletter, at girlboss.com/newsletter. You'll get A+ career advice, dream job postings, free coffee every Friday and a few emojis (because we're fun like that), delivered right to your inbox. Looking for your next dream employee? Post your open role on our Girlboss Job Board at jobs.girlboss.com.
Ryan is the one answering questions today as his research assistant, Billy Oppenheimer, joins him for part 2 on what the Stoic virtue of justice is actually about. In this episode, Ryan and Billy talk about the downfall of American Apparel, accepting personal responsibility, the cycle of success and self-destruction, and the powerful stories of justice in Right Thing, Right Now. Don't forget to tune into part 1 of Billy and Ryan's conversation if you missed it!Billy Oppenheimer is Ryan Holiday's research assistant and the writer behind the newsletter, Six at 6 on Sunday. To read more of his work, check out his website billyoppenheimer.com.