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Brendan Kane didn't break into Hollywood through connections. He started out making coffee on film sets. Spotting the untapped power of MySpace and YouTube, he launched one of the first influencer campaigns, catching the attention of studio executives and A-list actors like Jason Statham. That bold move launched his journey from Hollywood to advising global icons such as Taylor Swift and Rihanna on social media strategy. In this episode, Brendan joins Ilana to reveal how he built one million followers in just 30 days, the formula for going viral, and the psychology behind grabbing and holding attention. Brendan Kane is a digital marketing expert who has helped top celebrities, Fortune 500 companies, and entrepreneurs dominate social media and generate millions in revenue. He specializes in data-driven strategies that drive massive social media engagement. In this episode, Ilana and Brendan will discuss: (00:00) Introduction (02:07) His Childhood Love for Movies and Storytelling (03:17) Breaking into Hollywood Without Connections (08:16) The Bold Move That Led to Working With A-List Actors (10:37) Diving into Tech and Working with Taylor Swift, Rihanna, etc (17:51) Lessons from Managing $100M in YouTube Ad Spend (22:06) Uncovering the Secrets to Social Media Success (27:40) How Brendan Hit a Million Followers in 30 Days (34:51) Strategies for Marketing Bestselling Books (39:10) How to Adapt to Ever-Changing Platforms (44:01) Low-Cost Strategies to Stand Out on Social Media (45:35) Navigating the Challenges of Entrepreneurship Brendan Kane is a digital marketing expert who has helped top celebrities, Fortune 500 companies, and entrepreneurs dominate social media and generate millions in revenue. Known for building a following of over 1 million in just 30 days, Brendan specializes in data-driven strategies that drive massive social media engagement. He is the bestselling author of One Million Followers, Hook Point, and The Guide to Going Viral, where he reveals proven methods for scaling influence in today's noisy digital world. Connect with Brendan: Brendan's Website: brendanjkane.com Brendan's Instagram: instagram.com/brendankane Resources Mentioned: Get Brendan's Book, The Guide to Going Viral, for FREE: hookpoint.com/leap Download Brendan's Book, Hook Point for Free: hookpoint.com Brendan's Book, One Million Followers: How I Built a Massive Social Following in 30 Days: https://www.amazon.com/One-Million-Followers-Updated-Following/dp/195066547X The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Rich by Timothy Ferriss: https://www.amazon.com/4-Hour-Workweek-Escape-Live-Anywhere/dp/0307465357 Leap Academy: Ready to make the LEAP in your career? There is a NEW WAY for professionals to fast-track their careers and leap to bigger opportunities. Check out our free training today at https://bit.ly/leap--free-training
George Kurian's journey from a modest upbringing in Kerala, India, to becoming CEO of NetApp is an extraordinary story. George worked cafeteria shifts and construction jobs to pay his way through Princeton before climbing the ranks at Oracle, McKinsey, and Cisco. In this episode, George opens up about the weight of being a “rookie CEO” responsible for 12,000 people, the discipline of saying no to 97% of ideas, and the humility it takes to lead through uncertainty. He and Ilana explore resilience, focus, and the future of AI, while revealing how diverse experiences and family values shaped his leadership philosophy. George Kurian is CEO of NetApp, a Fortune 500 data infrastructure and cloud services company. Under his leadership, NetApp has strengthened its cloud-first and data services strategy, growing into a $20 billion company. In this episode, Ilana and George will discuss: (00:00) Introduction (02:20) Family Role Models and Upbringing (06:00) Landing a Princeton Scholarship and Learning to Survive (09:20) Lessons from Oracle and McKinsey (13:50) Why George Left Cisco to Join NetApp (16:45) How Cafeteria Work Inspired NetApp's Engineering Process (19:40) The ‘30-30-30' Rule for Driving Organizational Change (22:40) George's Journey to Becoming CEO Overnight (26:30) First-Time CEO Challenges and Leadership Struggles (30:40) Why a CEO Should Say “No” to 97% of Ideas (33:10) Betting on Cloud Partnerships Instead of Competing (37:15) The Power of Choosing Your Path and Tackling Hard Problems George Kurian is CEO of NetApp, a Fortune 500 data infrastructure and cloud services company. Before joining NetApp in 2011, he had built a diverse tech career that included leadership roles at Oracle, McKinsey, Cisco, and Akamai. Under his leadership, NetApp has strengthened its cloud-first and data services strategy, growing into a $20 billion company. Connect with George: George's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/georgekuriannetapp Leap Academy: Ready to make the LEAP in your career? There is a NEW WAY for professionals to fast-track their careers and leap to bigger opportunities. Watch the free training at https://bit.ly/leap--free-training
Klaus Kleinfeld's journey from a difficult childhood in Germany to leading two Fortune 500 companies, Siemens and Alcoa, was anything but easy. He experienced the true cost of leadership: the loneliness of making impossible decisions and the grit to push forward when every alternative seems bleak. In this episode, Klaus joins Ilana to share how resilience and freedom shaped his leadership philosophy. They dive into his shift from time management to energy management, exploring lessons from sports, breathing techniques, and mindset practices that helped him lead various multi-billion dollar businesses without burnout. Dr. Klaus Kleinfeld is a German entrepreneur, investor, and former CEO of Siemens AG, Alcoa Inc., and ARconic. He is also the founder and CEO of the investment firm K2Elevation and was named director of Saudi Arabia's Neom initiative, later becoming an advisor to the Crown Prince. In this episode, Ilana and Klaus will discuss: (00:00) Introduction (02:01) Early Life and Family Tragedy (07:31) East vs. West Germany and Freedom (12:01) His Love for Problem-Solving (18:01) Creating a Strong Feedback Culture (23:31) Becoming the CEO of Siemens (30:01) The Loneliness of Leadership (35:31) Letting People Go with Respect (40:01) Facing Fear and Regret (45:31) Energy Over Time Management (50:01) Building a Passionate and High-Performance Team Dr. Klaus Kleinfeld is a German entrepreneur, investor, and former CEO of Siemens AG, Alcoa Inc., and ARconic. He is also the founder and CEO of the investment firm K2Elevation and was named director of Saudi Arabia's Neom initiative, later becoming an advisor to the Crown Prince. As the author of Leading to Thrive, Klaus offers a framework for blending personal well-being with strategic leadership. Connect with Klaus: Klaus's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/klauskleinfeld Resources Mentioned: Klaus's Book, Leading to Thrive: Mastering Strategies for Sustainable Success in Business and Life: https://www.amazon.com/Leading-Thrive-Mastering-Strategies-Sustainable/dp/1544546718 The Power of Regret: How Looking Backward Moves Us Forward by Daniel Pink: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Regret-Looking-Backward-Forward/dp/0735210659 Open: An Autobiography by Andre Agassi: https://www.amazon.com/Open-Autobiography-Andre-Agassi/dp/0307388409 Leap Academy: Ready to make the LEAP in your career? There is a NEW WAY for professionals to fast-track their careers and leap to bigger opportunities.Reserve your 24-HOUR PASS today at https://webinar.leapacademy.com/24hr-pass1
Send us a textWhat does it look like running your own design studio that works with names like Rosie Huntington-Whiteley? In this episode, we sit down with Amber Asay of Nice People to discuss the winding path that led her from scrapbooking experiments and show choirs to launching a successful design agency and a creative podcast.Amber shares the reality of landing big-name projects (and why you sometimes have to view them as long-term investments), the pros and cons of building a flexible studio model, and how she has learned to adapt her business during challenging times in the industry. (yes, everyone is feeling it, you are not alone!) We also dig into creative experiments, from launching a podcast to Airbnb hosting and the importance of slowing down, setting boundaries, and choosing sustainability over hustle.If you've ever wondered how to navigate client pricing, keep your creative spark alive, or find balance between parenting and running a studio, this episode is for you.All that and more when you listen to this episode:The inside story of working with high-profile clients Pricing challenges: balancing opportunity with sustainability Building a flexible “expand and contract” design studio modelWhy overhead isn't always the dream (and how flexibility keeps you resilient)The slowest freelance year: adapting to industry shifts and diversifying income as an artistStarting a podcast as a creative side quest and what it really gives backHow planting “seeds” years ago is still paying off todayRethinking social media and marketing when you can't post every dayWhy slowing down, setting boundaries, and working shorter hours can actually help creativity thriveConnect with Amber AsayWebsite: https://nicepeople.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amberasayNice People's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicepeople/ Women Designers You Should Know Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/women-designers-you-should-know/id1741408177 Mentioned in this episode:The Kernference https://thekernference.com (use code TYPECAST!)Ralph Tyndall Designs https://www.ralphtyndall.com/ Poosh Project https://nicepeople.com/Poosh Prisma Markers Connect with Katie & Ilana from Goodtype Goodtype Website Goodtype on Instagram Goodtype on Youtube Love The Typecast and free stuff? Leave a review, and send a screenshot of it to us on Slack. Each month we pick a random reviewer to win a Goodtype Goodie! Goodies include merch, courses and Kernference tickets! Leave us a review on Apple PodcastsSubscribe to the showTag us on Instagram @GoodtypeFollow us on Tiktok @lovegoodtypeLearn from Katie and IlanaGrab your tea, coffee, or drink of choice, kick back, and let's get down to business!
Katie and Ilana (GoodType), share their unconventional journey from strangers who connected over art licensing to business partners running a multi-faceted creative education company. Originally founded by Bodhi Robinson as an Instagram account celebrating typography, GoodType evolved into a comprehensive platform when Katie and Ilana took over the reins.The conversation explores their complementary partnership dynamic, working remotely across the country, and their philosophy of "community over competition." Both founders came from different creative backgrounds - Katie from jazz music and Ilana from interior design - before discovering graphic design and eventually typography. ~Their business encompasses multiple streams: creative education, art licensing consultation, their own studio work, and community building through their virtual conference. They emphasize the importance of relationships over technical skills, following authentic passion rather than just profit, and approaching business decisions as experiments rather than make-or-break commitments.Join their 3-day virtual conference - The Kernference - info here Key TakeawaysCommunity beats competition - When Ilana reached out about the same business idea, Katie chose collaboration over territorial behavior, transforming a potential threat into a life-changing partnershipYin and yang partnerships work better than sameness - Successful collaborations thrive on complementary strengths and differences rather than identical approaches and constant agreementRelationship skills trump technical abilities - Building genuine connections and listening to people proves more valuable for business success than having the best design portfolioFollowing heart over money reduces stress - While privileged, choosing creative fulfillment over maximum profit leads to better mental health and sustainable business practicesPermission slips come from community - Seeing peers at similar skill levels sharing their work on social media provided the confidence to start creating and sharing publiclyTypography intimidation is real but conquerable - The field's intense gatekeepers create barriers for beginners, but finding supportive communities helps overcome the fear of judgmentExperiments reduce emotional investment - Approaching new initiatives as data-gathering experiments rather than do-or-die ventures allows for healthier risk-taking and learningVirtual conferences can fill accessibility gaps - Online events serve people who cannot afford travel costs while creating valuable connections across global communitiesPassive income requires active maintenance - Educational products need ongoing marketing and refinement work, just different from course creation itselfArt licensing knowledge gaps create opportunities - When information is scarce in profitable Daring Creativity. Daring Forever. Podcast with Radim Malinic Show questions or suggestions to desk@daringcreativity.com Latest books by Radim MalinicMindful Creative: How to understand and deal with the highs and lows of creative life, career and business Paperback and Kindle > https://amzn.to/4biTwFcFree audiobook (with Audible trial) > https://geni.us/free-audiobookSigned books https://novemberuniverse.co.ukLux Coffee Co. https://luxcoffee.co.uk/ (Use: PODCAST for 15% off)November Universe https://novemberuniverse.co.uk (Use: PODCAST for 10% off)
Join host Nancy Griffin as she interviews Ilana Alberco,founder and CEO of SpaSpace, about her journey in the spa and wellness industry. Discover how Ilana is transforming SpaSpace in Chicago into a hub for intergenerational connection, and innovation and learn about her experiences as a female entrepreneur in the tech space.About IlanaIlana Alberico is a multi-exit entrepreneur and strategist with over two decades of experience at the intersection of wellness, hospitality, and technology. She has founded, scaled, and sold multiple companies across spa management, consumer products, and SaaS, earning a reputation for translating visionary ideas into enduring businesses.Ilana's career highlights include:Drove mergers and acquisitions that scaled into North America's leading luxury spa management company.Founding and selling a SaaS platform that pioneered AI-powered personalization and scaled into a multimillion-dollar ARR business.Launching Privai, a natural skincare line, acquired in 2022 and now distributed across luxury resorts and retail channels.Serving as President of Spa Space at Arch Amenities Group, where she drove innovation and culture for a global wellness enterprise spanning hundreds of locations.Awards include 2017 Innovate Award from the International Spa Association, 2019 T.I.E. Atlanta Entrepreneurship Award, Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Companies X2Known for her ability to bridge creative vision with commercial discipline, Ilana has advised Fortune 500 hospitality brands, private equity groups, and family offices alike. Her approach blends strategic foresight, design intelligence, and operational excellence, ensuring every project delivers both meaningful experiences and measurable returns.Beyond her ventures, Ilana is an owner and advisor partner to SpaSpace and currently enrolled in the School of Continuing Studies at Georgetown, advancing her knowledge of Cyberspace Analytics and Technology focused on the intersection of AI, ethics, and human-centered design. She also serves on the board of the Tampa Bay International School, advancing education in bilingualism, leadership, andsocial responsibility.Key TakeawaysSpaSpace day spa in Chicago has been reinvented to become a social wellness club, providing a third space for intergenerational relationships to flourish.SpaSpace is a digital community platform where members and providers are able to continue their connection digitally in their private groups, sharephotos with each other, and ask an expert.Female-only founding teams globallygarnered 2.3% of all VC dollars. In 2025, startups founded exclusively by women received just 0.7% of all U.S. VC funding, a sharp drop from about 2% the year before, and the lowest share since tracking began.Resilience is essential for entrepreneurs: being comfortable with failure is a prerequisite for building, scaling, and eventually selling a successful business.
Ilana's special guest is Jenna Cohen, Director of Honeycomb Access & Design.
Ilana from Life Well Cruised joins Matt this week to discuss her cruise line private island rankings and why she picked CocoCay as number one.Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via...Twitter: @therclblogFacebook: /royalcaribbeanblogYouTube: royalcaribbeanblogEmail: matt@royalcaribbeanblog.comLeave a voicemail: (408) 6ROYAL6You can subscribe to the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast via iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher or RSS.
Is your grocery cart filled with “healthy” foods that might actually be hurting your family's health and nutrition? In this jam-packed episode of Between Us Moms, we sit down with renowned Registered Dietitian and nutrition expert Ilana Muhlstein to set the record straight on everything from school lunches and kids who loves to snack to sustainable weight loss for moms.✨ In this episode, we cover:The “health food” Ilana would NEVER add to her grocery cart — and why!What to pack in your kid's lunch box that's fast, filling, and nutritious.How to get kids to like vegetables (yes, even picky eaters!).The #1 eating habit to build for kids to have lifelong healthy eating.Why “clean plate club” parenting can backfire — and what to do instead.Ilana's take on raw milk for kids — and why she avoids it.Why she hates Gatorade as a form of hydration for kids and what to give them instead.Why women struggle to lose the last 5–7 pounds and what really works for sustainable weight loss.The truth about heart disease in women — and the silent warning signs every mom should know.Perimenopause nutrition tips and the #1 supplement women should be taking right now.Coffee before breakfast — is it really that bad? Ilana weighs in.Her honest take on seed oils and the viral TikTok trends you should stop following today.
Ukrainas militāri politiskās situācijas novitātes ir Ukrainas bruņoto spēku pieaugusī gaisa triecienu kapacitāte un tās ietekme uz Krievijas degvielas piegādi iekšējā un ārējā tirgū, parādījušās ziņas par Pentagona aizliegumiem amerikāņu tāldarbības raķešu lietošanai, kā arī Polijas prezidents uzlicis veto Ukrainas atbalsta likumprojektam. Pēc mēneša gaidāmās vēlēšanas Moldovā, kur nākas pievērsties Krievijas un Eiropas Savienības iesaistei, attiecīgi, pro- un antieiropeisko spēku atbalstam. Ārvalstu aktualitātes pārrunājam studijā kopā ar Latvijas Transatlantiskās organizācijas (LATO) vadītāju Sigita Strubergu un Latvijas Ārpolitikas institūta pētnieks un LATO valdes locekli Sandi Šrāderu. Maijas Sandu „pēdējā kauja” Šodien Moldovā paredzēta trīs Eiropas politikas smagsvaru vizīte – Kišiņevā sagaida Francijas prezidentu Emanuelu Makronu, Polijas premjerministru Donaldu Tusku un Vācijas kancleru Olafu Šolcu. Tas ir nepārprotams atbalsta žests Moldovas proeiropeiskajiem spēkiem – pie varas esošajai partijai „Rīcība un Solidaritāte” un prezidentei Maijai Sandu. Nākamās Moldovas parlamenta vēlēšanas, kurām jānotiek 28. septembrī, mediji jau nodēvējuši par prezidentes „pēdējo kauju” viņas valsts ceļā uz Eiropas Savienību. Iepriekšējās vēlēšanās 2021. gadā „Rīcība un Solidaritāte” pārliecinoši uzvarēja, iegūstot 63 no 101 deputāta vietas. Parlamentā iekļuva vēl tikai divi politiskie spēki: toreizējais Komunistu un sociālistu bloks ar 32 mandātiem un oligarha Ilana Šora dibinātā un sava dibinātāja vārdā nodēvētā partija ar sešiem mandātiem. Nākamais gads nesa Krievijas plaša mēroga iebrukumu Moldovas kaimiņvalstī Ukrainā, ukraiņu bēgļu plūsmu uz un caur Moldovu, destabilizētu ekonomisko un enerģētisko situāciju. Zīmīgi, ka dienās, kad krievu tanku kolonnas virzījās uz Kijivu, „Rīcības un Solidaritātes” reitingi būtiski kritās, pēc tam gan atkal atgūstoties līdz ar pozitīvākām ziņām no frontes. Izšķirošs moments bija Moldovas prezidenta vēlēšanas pagājušā gada oktobrī, vienlaicīgi ar konstitucionālo referendumu, kas ļāva valstij virzīties uz Eiropas Savienību. Maija Sandu tika ievēlēta uz otru termiņu ar apmēram 55 % balsu, savukārt referendumā proeiropeiskajiem spēkiem pozitīvā atbilde iegūta par mata tiesu – ar 50 un trīsdesmit piecām simtdaļām procenta. Kopš pēdējām vēlēšanām aizvadītajos gados „Rīcība un Solidaritāte” lielākoties palikusi sabiedrības aptauju līderos, tomēr pēdējos mēnešos tās pozīcijas nav spožas. Valdošajai partijai min uz pēdām jūlijā saformētais „Patriotiskais bloks”, kurā sociālistiem un komunistiem pievienojušās divas mazākas partijas – „Moldovas sirds” un „Moldovas nākotnes partija”. Oficiāli bloka lozungs ir starptautiski neitrāla un nepievienojusies Moldova, kas praksē, protams, nozīmē pavērt durvis Kremļa ietekmei. Daudz atklātāk prokremlisks ir Ilana Šora jaunais veidojums – bloks „Uzvara”, kura dibināšanas kongress jūlija sākumā notika Maskavā. Taču pēc tam, kad bloka saraksta „lokomotīve”, autonomā Gagauzijas reģiona gubernatore Jevgenija Gucula tika notiesāta uz septiņiem gadiem cietumā par nelegālu Krievijas finansējuma saņemšanu, Moldovas Centrālā vēlēšanu komisija atsauca bloka un arī to veidojošo atsevišķo partiju reģistrāciju vēlēšanām. Līdz ar to palielinājušās izredzes vēl diviem politiskajiem spēkiem: blokam „Alternatīva”, kura redzamākās figūras ir Maijas Sandu galvenais konkurents pērngada prezidenta vēlēšanās Aleksandrs Stojanoglo un agrākais premjerministrs Jons Kiku, kā arī partijai „Mūsu partija”. „Alternatīva” sevi vismaz oficiāli pozicionē kā proeiropeisku spēku, savukārt „Mūsu partijai” ir populistu un mērenu eiroskeptiķu reputācija. Ja vēlēšanu rezultāti aptuveni atbildīs pašreizējiem aptauju rādītājiem, tad „Rīcībai un Solidaritātei” var nākties meklēt sev kādu koalīcijas partneri. Ukraina rāda, ko spēj Strauji kāpušas degvielas cenas, milzu rindas pie benzīntankiem un degvielas iegādes normas dažos Krievijas reģionos – tāds ir Ukrainas gaisa uzbrukumu redzamais rezultāts. Kā ziņo laikraksts "The New York Times", Ukrainai jau izdevies izsist no ierindas apmēram sesto daļu no Krievijas naftas pārstrādes jaudām. Tai skaitā uz laiku tikusi apturēta piegāde pa naftas vadu „Draudzība”, pa kuru krievu naftas produktus saņem Ungārija un Slovākija. Ungārijas ārlietu ministrs Peters Sijarto jau paziņojis, ka viņa valsts atslēgšana no degvielas piegādēm esot uzbrukums tās suverenitātei. Tiek ziņots, ka Krievija savukārt turpina triecienus pa Ukrainas enerģētika infrastruktūru, draudot ar apkures problēmām nākamajā ziemā. Tomēr tendence ir nepārprotami iezīmējusies – Ukraina šai gaisa karā vairs nav „peramais zēns”, tās prettriecieni kļūst agresoram arvien sāpīgāki un līdz ar to Krievijas sabiedrībai pamanāmāki. Un tos nevar nepamanīt arī starptautiskajā arēnā, kur joprojām biezē migla ap Donalda Trampa un viņa administrācijas izredzēm apsēdināt Kremļa diktatoru un viņa Kijivas pretni pie viena sarunu galda, un šajā kontekstā joprojām aktuāls priekšstats, ka „Zelenskim nav kāršu”. Vēl viens potenciāls „trumpis” Kijivas rokās ir ziņa par sekmīgu Ukrainas spārnotās raķetes „Flamingo” izmēģinājumu noslēgumu. Raķetes darbības rādiuss ir līdz trīs tūkstošiem kilometru, kaujas lādiņa masa – līdz vienai tonnai. Tie ir rādītāji, kas pārspēj jebkuru līdzīgu ieroču veidu, kādu Ukrainai līdz šim nodevuši Rietumus sabiedrotie, pie tam liedzot tos lietot triecieniem Krievijas pamatteritorijā. Tikām neiepriecinošas ziņas pirmdien pienākušas no Varšavas, kur Polijas prezidents Karols Navrockis ar savu veto apturējis likumprojektu, kuram bija jāturpina poļu finansiālais atbalsts Ukrainai, tai skaitā pieejai globālajam saziņas tīklam Starlink no 1. oktobra. Tas, savukārt, draud iedragāt ukraiņu spēku taktiskās iespējas frontē un apdraud citas Ukrainas valdībai svarīgas informācijas drošu apriti un glabāšanu. Prezidenta Navrocka rīcībai ir iekšpolitiski motīvi. Nesen ievēlētais poļu politikas konservatīvās līnijas pārstāvis, kura platformā nozīmīgi ir „Polija pirmajā vietā” motīvi, vēlas apcirpt sociālās garantijas, kādas saņem Polijā patvērumu radušie Ukrainas bēgļi. Viņš grib, lai bērnu un veselības pabalstus turpmāk saņemtu tikai strādājoši bēgļi. Tas dotu Polijas budžetam nepilnu divu miljonu eiro ietaupījumu, tiesa, budžets būtu jāpārplāno. Sagatavoja Eduards Liniņš.
Zibby interviews award-winning author Ilana Kurshan about her luminous, heartfelt new book, CHILDREN OF THE BOOK: A Memoir of Reading Together. Ilana shares how reading aloud to her five children—from GOODNIGHT MOON to CHARLOTTE'S WEB—became deeply intertwined with her lifelong practice of reading from the Torah. She reflects on how books create a common family language, forge intimacy, and shift in meaning as we revisit them through different stages of life. She also opens up about raising her children in Jerusalem, the role of literature in calming fears, and how parenthood itself can feel like a sacred journey mirrored in biblical stories.Purchase on Bookshop: https://bit.ly/4oS9KfxShare, rate, & review the podcast, and follow Zibby on Instagram @zibbyowens!JOIN ME! I'm hosting four events on September 19, 25th and 30th in NYC and on October 4th in Greenwich, CT. Get your tickets here! (Music by Morning Moon Music. Sound editing by TexturesSound. To inquire about advertising, please contact allie.gallo@acast.com.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nathan Blecharczyk, co-founder of Airbnb, built his first software business as a teenager, earning nearly a million dollars before shutting it down to attend Harvard. Years later, Nathan and his roommates turned an air mattress idea into Airbnb, facing investor rejection, financial hardship, and moments when quitting seemed inevitable. From creating satirical cereal boxes to joining Y Combinator after a near-failed interview, Nathan's story is one of perseverance and resilience. He shares how Airbnb overcame early struggles, scaled globally, and survived COVID-19 to go public successfully. Nathan Blecharczyk is the co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Airbnb, where he helped grow the platform from a spare air mattress idea to a $75 billion global travel company. According to Forbes, he is one of the richest people in the world, with a net worth of $9 billion. In this episode, Ilana and Nathan will discuss: (00:00) Introduction (01:36) Building a Software Business as a Teen (05:28) Harvard, First Job, and the Decision to Move West (11:58) The Birth of AirBed & Breakfast (15:07) Landing Their First Guests and Gaining Early Validation (18:03) Investor Rejection and the Obama O's Cereal Stunt (30:45) Applying to Y Combinator and Getting In (36:29) Finding Evangelists and Meeting Hosts in New York (42:34) From $200 a Week to $4,200: Airbnb's First Growth Curve (44:59) Global Expansion, Competitors, and Building Teams Abroad (52:22) The 2020 Crisis: COVID, Collapse, and Reinvention (59:21) The Future of Travel Nathan Blecharczyk is the co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Airbnb, where he helped grow the platform from a spare air mattress idea to a $75 billion global travel company. A Harvard graduate and self-taught programmer, Nathan has been instrumental in Airbnb's international expansion and strategy, navigating challenges from investor rejection to the COVID-19 crisis. According to Forbes, he is one of the richest people in the world, with a net worth of $9 billion. Connect with Nathan: Nathan's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blecharczyk Airbnb's Website: https://www.airbnb.com Resources Mentioned: Y Combinator: https://www.ycombinator.com Only the Paranoid Survive by Andy Grove: https://www.amazon.com/Only-Paranoid-Survive-Exploit-Challenge/dp/0385483821 Leap Academy: Ready to make the LEAP in your career? There is a NEW WAY for professionals to fast-track their careers and leap to bigger opportunities. Reserve your 24-HOUR PASS today at https://webinar.leapacademy.com/24hr-pass1
From the iconic Vanderpump Rules rewatch pod, I'm The Devil, Sophia Wilson Pelton and Hannah Wakefield join Evan Lazarus and Amelia Ritthaler for a chaotic deep dive into the world of Broad City. The four of them unpack the magic of Abbi and Ilana, share some deeply embarrassing personal shenanigans, reflect on how much the show meant to them as teens, and mourn the fall of the Wework-era girlboss once and for all. It's messy, it's nostalgic, and it's very on brand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ilana Trachtman is an Emmy award-winning documentary director and producer whose latest film is Ain't No Back to a Merry-Go-Round. Co-hosts: Jonathan Friedmann & Joey Angel-Field Producer-engineer: Mike Tomren Ain't No Back to a Merry-Go-Roundhttps://www.aintnoback.com/ Ilana's IMDbhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm1196719/ Amusing Jews Merch Storehttps://www.amusingjews.com/merch#!/ Subscribe to the Amusing Jews podcasthttps://www.spreaker.com/show/amusing-jews Adat Chaverim – Congregation for Humanistic Judaism, Los Angeleshttps://www.humanisticjudaismla.org/ Jewish Museum of the American Westhttps://www.jmaw.org/ Atheists United Studioshttps://www.atheistsunited.org/au-studios
In this intimate interview, Mel Rosenberg speaks with Prof. Eugene Rosenberg and his partner in life and in science, Dr. Ilana Zilber-Rosenberg on their new book for the general public on how life started and developed on earth, titled Where Did We Come From? The Origin and Evolution of Life (Austin Macauley, 2025). We talk about their scientific backgrounds individually and together, and how they became involved in evolution and made significant contributions to the field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network
In this intimate interview, Mel Rosenberg speaks with Prof. Eugene Rosenberg and his partner in life and in science, Dr. Ilana Zilber-Rosenberg on their new book for the general public on how life started and developed on earth, titled Where Did We Come From? The Origin and Evolution of Life (Austin Macauley, 2025). We talk about their scientific backgrounds individually and together, and how they became involved in evolution and made significant contributions to the field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/science
In this intimate interview, Mel Rosenberg speaks with Prof. Eugene Rosenberg and his partner in life and in science, Dr. Ilana Zilber-Rosenberg on their new book for the general public on how life started and developed on earth, titled Where Did We Come From? The Origin and Evolution of Life (Austin Macauley, 2025). We talk about their scientific backgrounds individually and together, and how they became involved in evolution and made significant contributions to the field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ally and I sit down with Ilana Gelfand, Senior Manager, Global Social Strategy at Disney Consumer Products. With 12+ years of experience in marketing and social media, Ilana has led creative content and brand strategy for some of the world's most popular brands, including Disney and Loungefly. We discuss Ilana's illustrious career in selling a lifestyle over a product and how the organic positioning of that lifestyle is the unlock to greater audience connection. We walk through how to drive authenticity within your brand's consumers through nostalgia, self-expression and niche fandoms.Key Takeaways:// To sell a lifestyle instead of a product - identify your target audience, learn how they want to be seen and align your messaging to how they want to be spoken to.// Build nostalgia for your brand by referencing the past and finding fresh ways to incorporate it in the present.// When choosing influencers for a campaign, consider lookalike influencers that may have various crossover interests that align with the campaign look and feel.// Brands are currently underutilizing Pinterest - Gen Z is using Pinterest as a creative outlet and opportunity to build an individual user world.Connect with Ilana: LinkedIn | Instagram____Say hi! DM me on Instagram and let us know what content you want to hear on the show - I can't wait to hear from you! Please also consider rating the show and leaving a review, as that helps us tremendously as we move forward in this Marketing Happy Hour journey and create more content for all of you. Join our FREE Open Jobs group on LinkedIn: Join nowGet the latest from MHH, straight to your inbox: Join our email list!Follow MHH on Social: Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | Facebook
After 12 years of working in corporate advertising, Case Kenny launched a podcast, New Mindset, Who Dis? as a personal experiment. In its first month, the show drew 57,000 downloads, yet Case kept it hidden, afraid it didn't fit his professional image. Over time, he embraced his vulnerability, created bestselling guided journals, and built a brand helping millions live more optimistic and mindful lives. In this episode, Case joins Ilana to share how a side project turned into a multi-million-dollar portfolio career, why regret is his decision-making compass, and how choosing the right words can change the way you live. Case Kenny is an author, entrepreneur, and host of the globally recognized podcast, New Mindset, Who Dis?. Known for his work in mindfulness and personal growth, he has built a multi-million-dollar brand through writing, guided journals, and speaking engagements. In this episode, Ilana and Case will discuss: (00:00) Introduction (01:42) From Language Studies to Corporate Advertising (05:07) Starting the Podcast Without Clarity (07:43) Overcoming the Fear of Vulnerability (09:04) Stepping Fully into a New Identity (14:14) When Passion Becomes a Business (16:53) COVID, Journals, and a Turning Point in Sales (18:10) Why Journaling Works and How to Start (25:01) Building a Connected Portfolio Career (27:40) Business Challenges and Six-Figure Losses (33:09) Battling Expectations, Regret, and Trust as a Default (42:10) Defining Mindfulness and Advice to Case's Younger Self Case Kenny is an author, entrepreneur, and host of the globally recognized podcast, New Mindset, Who Dis?, a podcast with tens of millions of downloads. Known for his work in mindfulness and personal growth, he has built a multi-million-dollar brand through writing, guided journals, and speaking engagements. His work has been featured on The Today Show, Good Morning America, Forbes, and NBC. Connect with Case: Case's Website: casekenny.com Case's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/casekenny/ Case's Instagram: instagram.com/case.kenny Case's YouTube: youtube.com/c/CaseKenny Resources Mentioned: Case's Podcast, New Mindset, Who Dis?: pod.link/1383599078 The Opposite of Settling by Case Kenny: https://www.amazon.com/Opposite-Settling-Everything-Without-Losing/dp/1401995918 The Soul's Code by James Hillman: https://www.amazon.com/Souls-Code-James-Hillman/dp/0517271036 That's Bold of You by Case Kenny: https://www.amazon.com/Thats-Bold-You-Thrive-Vibrant/dp/B0BRDFLJNZ Leap Academy: Ready to make the LEAP in your career? There is a NEW WAY for professionals to fast-track their careers and leap to bigger opportunities. Reserve your 24-HOUR PASS today at https://webinar.leapacademy.com/24hr-pass1
Send us a textWhat happens when two dynamic duos get together to talk about creative business, collaboration, and the messy beauty of figuring it out as you go? In this episode, we sit down with Arabela and Elle of Weekend Creative to explore their journey from meeting in college lighting class to running a thriving commercial photography and education business.We dive into how they naturally found their roles as photographer/retoucher and art director/producer, why balancing personal projects with client work matters, and the ways they've navigated creative overlap in their partnership. They share insights about their evolving relationship with social media–from posting daily to outsourcing content creation, and why they're now leaning into a more authentic, less-is-more approach. This conversation goes deep into mental health, redefining productivity, and resisting the pressure to perform for an algorithm constantly. We talk about the slow seasons, the changing online education landscape, and the importance of setting success metrics that prioritize freedom, creativity, and well-being. Plus, you'll hear practical takeaways for protecting your creative energy and showing up as your truest self.All that and more when you listen to this episode:How two creatives found their perfect balance of roles without a formal planWhy personal projects can fuel your client workStrategies for setting boundaries with brand vs. personal presence online The shifting landscape of online education for creativesHow to approach slow seasons without losing momentum (or your mind)The trap of productivity-based self-worth, and how to reframe itRedefining success to align with lifestyle, not just revenue goalsPractical tips for protecting mental health while running a creative business Connect with Weekend CreativeWebsite: weekend-creative.comSaturday School: saturdayschool.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/weekendcreative/ Mentioned in this episode:The Kernference https://thekernference.com (use code TYPECAST)Adam Vicarel https://www.instagram.com/adamvicarel/Dr. Becky https://www.instagram.com/drbeckyatgoodinside/Connect with Katie & Ilana from Goodtype Goodtype Website Goodtype on Instagram Goodtype on Youtube Love The Typecast and free stuff? Leave a review, and send a screenshot of it to us on Slack. Each month we pick a random reviewer to win a Goodtype Goodie! Goodies include merch, courses and Kernference tickets! Leave us a review on Apple PodcastsSubscribe to the showTag us on Instagram @GoodtypeFollow us on Tiktok @lovegoodtypeLearn from Katie and IlanaGrab your tea, coffee, or drink of choice, kick back, and let's get down to business!
This episode celebrates 200 episodes of Always Looking Up, an incredible milestone that I am so incredibly proud of and grateful for. I wanted to take the time to reflect on what it means having gotten this far and the journey to get here, highlighting some milestone moments, look ahead towards where I want to be, where I want the podcast to be, and to say thank you to my brother, the audience, and guests past, present and future.As always, height is just a number, not a limit.Read the transcript: HEREFollow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornalerosRelief For Disabled People Impacted By The Los Angeles Fires:Richard Devylder Disaster Relief Fund: https://disabilitydisasteraccess.org/rd-relief-fund/United Spinal Disaster Relief Grant: https://unitedspinal.org/disaster-relief-grant/Inevitable Foundation Emergency Relief Fund: https://www.inevitable.foundation/erf
In today's episode, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Ilana Muhlstein shares her story of growing up in a home where fast food was the norm. As her dependence on food grew, her parents sent her to what she calls “fat camp.” That's where she had the life-changing realization: “You only get one body.” From that moment, Ilana began making small, consistent changes that led to losing over 100 pounds, and keeping it off. Now she leads a community of over 300,000 people who are learning to have a healthier, more joyful relationship with food. In our conversation, we talk about the impact of giving kids a sugar-loaded diet on physical and mental health - how it affects their mood, focus, and energy for the rest of the day. Ilana shares the two parenting patterns she sees most often when it comes to food—letting kids eat whatever they want or reacting out of frustration instead of planning ahead—and how to instead learn how to . She offers practical, realistic tips for raising balanced eaters, teaching kids about carbs, protein, and energy in ways that make sense to them. We also explore how nutrition affects not just physical health, but mental health, confidence, and the parent-child relationship. If you've ever wondered how to help your kids make better food choices without turning every meal into a battle, this episode is full of encouragement and easy, actionable ideas. Get Ilana's book, Love The Food That Loves You Back. Find Ilana on IG: @raisingbalancedeaters and Ilanamuhlstein.com Follow along with me on Instagram: @livingeasywithlindsey
What do you do when the dream you've chased no longer fits? For Julia Hartz, it meant walking away from a promising career in Hollywood to dive into the unknown world of startups. As an intern on the set of Friends, she learned the value of kindness, clarity, and high standards. But the real test came in tech, where she bootstrapped through a downturn, faced 27 VC rejections, and ultimately co-founded Eventbrite, one of the world's leading event ticketing platforms. In this episode, Julia joins Ilana to discuss her leap from TV to tech, how she led Eventbrite through a crisis, and how she continues to reinvent herself and her business. Julia Hartz is the co-founder and CEO of Eventbrite, a global ticketing and event technology platform that empowers creators to bring people together through live experiences. In 2018, she took the company public on the New York Stock Exchange, making her one of the few female founders to lead a tech IPO. In this episode, Ilana and Julia will discuss: (00:00) Introduction (01:02) Julia's Leap from Performance to Broadcasting (04:28) Her Internship on the Set of Friends (07:15) Discovering Her Path in TV Development at MTV (10:59) The Original Jackass Pilot and Startup-Like Creativity (14:55) Transitioning from MTV to FX and Facing Uncertainty (18:47) Leaving Hollywood to Build a Startup (26:43) The Product Strategy That Transformed Their Business (32:29) Getting 27 Rejections from VCs and Refusing to Quit (35:50) How the Financial Crisis Created Their Breakthrough (40:03) Reinventing Herself to Become CEO (46:05) How COVID Nearly Took Down Eventbrite (51:09) The One Rule She Always Comes Back To Julia Hartz is the co-founder and CEO of Eventbrite, a global ticketing and event technology platform that empowers creators to bring people together through live experiences. In 2018, she took the company public on the New York Stock Exchange, making her one of the few female founders to lead a tech IPO. Today, Eventbrite has powered millions of events and facilitated billions in ticket sales in 180 countries. Connect with Julia:Julia's Website: eventbrite.comJulia's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/juliahartzJulia's Instagram: instagram.com/juliahartz Leap Academy:Ready to make the LEAP in your career? There is a NEW way for professionals to Advance Their Careers & Make 5-6 figures of EXTRA INCOME in Record Time. Check out our free training today at leapacademy.com/training
Why This Episode Is a Must-Listen Are you looking to build a business that goes beyond ideas and actually creates impact? This episode of Inspired Money explores the realities of entrepreneurship, demystifying the process of turning inspiration into innovation, and then into profit. Our all-star panel peels back the layers on what it really takes to validate concepts, build recognizable brands, secure funding, and achieve sustainable growth. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned business leader, you'll come away with actionable insights and fresh motivation. Meet the Expert Panelists Ilana Golan is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and international keynote speaker who founded Leap Academy, one of the fastest-growing private companies in America. A former Israeli Air Force commander and the first woman to train all F‑16 pilots, she has scaled startups to $15M in annual revenue, contributed to a $300M exit, and inspires audiences worldwide with her insights on entrepreneurship, career reinvention and the future of portfolio careers. James Orsini is the President of Startup Operations at VaynerX, working alongside Gary Vaynerchuk to help grow and scale the company's portfolio of ventures. With decades of executive experience in finance, operations, and agency leadership, he specializes in building systems that transform entrepreneurial ideas into thriving businesses. Nikki Estes is a serial entrepreneur, co-founder of iCG Pay (acquired by CSG Forte), and CEO of Market Me More, where she helps B2B and tech companies scale through strategic marketing, sales optimization, and technology-driven solutions. As the founder of Top Voices Unite and a recognized LinkedIn Top Voice, Nikki has built a collaborative platform that amplifies thought leaders, fosters high-impact partnerships, and inspires professionals to grow and lead with purpose. Key Highlights Early Validation Is Everything Ilana Golan reveals why quickly testing ideas and embracing direct customer feedback is essential for success. Sharing a personal story, she emphasizes, “You want to create an MVP, but don't get attached—write it in pencil because you might need to erase it and pivot based on what your customers actually want.” Personal and Business Brands Belong Together Nikki Estes and Ilana both highlight the increasing importance of building a strong, authentic personal brand alongside your business brand, especially in today's digital-first world. Nikki explains her approach: “It's almost necessary for the brand leader to stand up and talk about what they do. People want the voice behind the company.” Funding Wisely: Bootstrap First, Raise Later James Orsini and Nikki both offer practical advice for entrepreneurial finance. “Don't squeeze the baby too tight,” James warns, underscoring the value of securing a credit line before giving away equity. Nikki describes how bootstrapping taught her the discipline that later fueled growth. Sometimes self-funding is the best teacher. Resilience and Purpose Drive Growth Ilana and Nikki discuss how setbacks can plant the seeds for future triumphs, and why purpose is the ultimate secret weapon against burnout. In Ilana's words, “Sometimes your biggest challenges are exactly the fuel that you need… your strongest ‘why' will keep you moving forward.” Call-to-Action Here's my challenge for you this week: take one concrete step toward your idea. It could be writing out your business model on one page, reaching out to someone in your network for feedback, or even setting aside time to research your market. Commit to taking just one step. Because the difference between a dream and a business is the action you take today. Find the Inspired Money channel on YouTube or listen to Inspired Money in your favorite podcast player. Andy Wang, Host/Producer of Inspired Money
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After getting laid off from his corporate job, Dan Shapiro launched his first startup, Photobucket Inc. (formerly Ontela), but faced nine months of rejection from investors and no funding. Despite these setbacks, his persistence led to a successful partnership, which later turned sour due to a managerial dispute. He took these lessons and went on to build multiple successful startups, including Glowforge, a $100M company revolutionizing 3D laser printing. In this episode, Dan joins Ilana to share the secrets to startup success, how to navigate entrepreneurial challenges, and what it takes to build a company that not only thrives but also transforms industries. Dan Shapiro is a serial entrepreneur, innovator, and CEO of Glowforge, a company that pioneered desktop laser technology, enabling creators to produce millions of custom products. He previously created Robot Turtles, the most successful board game in Kickstarter history, and founded Photobucket Inc. In this episode, Ilana and Dan will discuss: (00:00) Introduction (01:56) Early Upbringing and Entrepreneurial Drive (04:47) Corporate Experience at Microsoft (08:14) The "Poop Umbrella" Leadership Principle (11:42) The Darkest Nine Months of Dan's Career (16:39) Securing Funding Against All Odds (20:35) The Brutal Truth About Entrepreneurship (24:32) The PhotoBucket Merger: What Went Wrong? (27:56) From 67 Rejections to a Google Acquisition (31:38) CEO Strategy: Delegate vs. Lead (36:24) The Bold Strategy Behind Robot Turtles' Success (45:16) Building Glowforge: From Idea to $100M Business (51:47) Leadership Challenges and Ethical Dilemmas Dan Shapiro is a serial entrepreneur, innovator, and CEO of Glowforge, a company that pioneered desktop laser technology, enabling creators to produce millions of custom products. He previously created Robot Turtles, the most successful board game in Kickstarter history, and founded Photobucket Inc. Dan also served as CEO of Google Comparison Inc. after Google acquired his startup, Sparkbuy. He is the author of Hot Seat and a prolific innovator with over 60 patents to his name. Connect with Dan: Dan's Website: danshapiro.com Dan's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/danshapiro Resources Mentioned: Dan's Book, Hot Seat: The Startup CEO Guidebook: https://www.amazon.com/Hot-Seat-Startup-CEO-Guidebook/dp/1449360734 Glowforge: https://glowforge.com From $500 Startup to Open Source Pioneer: How Tim O'Reilly Built a Media and Tech Legacy | E109: bit.ly/tim-oreilly-leap-academy Bad Blood: Secrets and Lies in a Silicon Valley Startup by John Carreyrou: https://www.amazon.com/Bad-Blood-Secrets-Silicon-Startup/dp/152473165X Leap Academy: Ready to make the LEAP in your career? There is a NEW way for professionals to Advance Their Careers & Make 5-6 figures of EXTRA INCOME in Record Time. Check out our free training today at leapacademy.com/training
Send us a textIf LinkedIn isn't the first place you think of when it comes to growing your creative business... you're not alone. But in this episode, we're sharing the surprising results of our 30-day experiment, where we posted on LinkedIn every weekday, and what we learned that blew us away.From analytics and reach to connection requests and actual leads, we're breaking down what worked (and what didn't), how we set up our profiles to attract the right people, and the ripple effects of showing up consistently.We also talk through the creative strategies behind our best-performing LinkedIn posts, the emotional rollercoaster of watching metrics spike, and how to use tools to make content creation more efficient, without losing your voice. Whether you're curious about leveraging new platforms or feeling stuck with Instagram, this one's for you.All that and more when you listen to this episode:Why we chose LinkedIn for a 30-day content experimentWhat we optimized on our profiles (and why it mattered)Full analytics breakdown: impressions, comments, reposts, and reachWhat made one post go semi-viralWhy bold visuals and strong hooks are everythingOur top post strategies: relatability, value, and toneUsing ChatGPT without losing your voiceWhat actually came from the experiment: leads, clients, and next stepsHow social platforms can still feel authentic if you lead with intentionMentioned in this episode:Katie's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-johnson-659a9b67/ Ilana's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ilanagriffo/ Goodtype Studio: https://goodtype.us/studioPrice with Purpose: https://goodtype.us/price-with-purposeThe Kernference: https://thekernference.comConnect with Katie & Ilana from Goodtype Goodtype Website Goodtype on Instagram Goodtype on Youtube Love The Typecast and free stuff? Leave a review, and send a screenshot of it to us on Slack. Each month we pick a random reviewer to win a Goodtype Goodie! Goodies include merch, courses and Kernference tickets! Leave us a review on Apple PodcastsSubscribe to the showTag us on Instagram @GoodtypeFollow us on Tiktok @lovegoodtypeLearn from Katie and IlanaGrab your tea, coffee, or drink of choice, kick back, and let's get down to business!
Did you know that July is Disability Pride Month? One of our amazing Reach Beyond Celiac Ambassadors Ilana C. reached out to host a disability pride roundtable episode with myself and other Reach Beyond Celiac ambassadors Ella S. and Tara P. We had an amazing conversation about what it means to have celiac disease in a world designed for people who can eat gluten, and a bit of history and our thoughts on disability pride. Ilana also shares some stories of legal cases regarding celiac disease and the gluten-free diet. Listen to hear more! You can find all episodes of Celiac Straight Talk anywhere you listen to podcasts and on our website at BeyondCeliac.org. If you want to get involved with the Reach Beyond Celiac Ambassador program, email Valerie Kraft at vkraft@beyondceliac.org. Thanks so much for listening!
Dr. Josh Axe's passion for health and wellness began when his mother's breast cancer diagnosis led to chronic health issues after chemotherapy. Inspired by this, Josh pursued natural medicine, which helped her make a remarkable recovery when cancer returned. Years later, Josh faced a spinal infection that left him unable to walk. Doctors predicted permanent disability, but using the same healing mindset and natural methods that saved his mom, he defied the odds. In this episode, Josh joins Ilana to discuss the transformative power of belief, the keys to true health and success, and the secrets behind building a powerful personal brand. Dr. Josh Axe is a physician, entrepreneur, and leadership expert passionate about helping individuals use food and natural remedies to achieve optimal health and wellness. He is the founder of DrAxe.com and The Health Institute and the co-founder of Ancient Nutrition. In this episode, Ilana and Josh will discuss: (00:00) Introduction (02:06) The Cancer Battle That Sparked His Health Mission (05:29) The Role of Belief in Healing, Growth, and Success (14:34) Building DrAxe.com into a Digital Health Powerhouse (20:55) The Scary Moment He Almost Lost Everything (24:05) Overcoming the Fear of Charging What You're Worth (26:06) Josh's Strategies for Building a Scalable Brand (31:12) Simple Habits for Total Health Transformation (34:37) From Bedridden to Healed: The Power of Belief (42:38) Why Character Beats Accomplishments Dr. Josh Axe is a physician, entrepreneur, and leadership expert passionate about helping individuals use food and natural remedies to achieve optimal health and wellness. He is the founder of DrAxe.com and The Health Institute and the co-founder of Ancient Nutrition. His businesses have ranked among the Inc. 500's fastest-growing companies. Josh is the host of The Dr. Josh Axe Show and the bestselling author of Eat Dirt, The Keto Diet, and Think This, Not That. Connect with Josh: Josh's Website: draxe.com Josh's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/joshaxe Resources Mentioned: Josh's Book, Think This, Not That: 12 Mindshifts to Breakthrough Limiting Beliefs and Become Who You Were Born to Be: https://www.amazon.com/Think-This-Not-That-Breakthrough/dp/1400337844 Josh's Podcast, The Dr. Josh Axe Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dr-josh-axe-show/id1700689487 The Health Institute: thehealthinstitute.com Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap...And Others Don't by Jim Collins: https://www.amazon.com/Good-Great-Some-Companies-Others/dp/0066620996 Leap Academy: Ready to make the LEAP in your career? There is a NEW way for professionals to Advance Their Careers & Make 5-6 figures of EXTRA INCOME in Record Time. Check out our free training today at leapacademy.com/training
#112: On today's episode, Ilana Dunn, host of the Seeing Other People podcast, jumps on the podcast to share unapologetic dating advice. She gets into her own dating history, healing toxic dating patterns, and how she got behind the mic. The girls get into:the difference between oversharing and authenticity on datesfinding value and happiness within ourselvesredefining partnership and our expectations for our life partnerfinding wholeness within ourselves, instead of another personfinding a partner that is an asset to your life the problem with over romanticizing relationships the beauty in being singlethe problem with putting pressure on our partner to fulfill us/create our happinessthe problem with attaching our value to our relationship statusCONNECT BELOW:follow Ilana herefollow Seeing Other People hereListen to Han's episode on Seeing Other People hereCONNECT with HAN:follow Han herefollow HOW I SEE IT hereshop the podcast merch herework with Han: howhanseesit@gmail.com
Israeli Documentary Poetry: Coming of Age with the State introduces and explores documentary poetry written by Israeli poets who came of age during the first two decades of the state and who, since the 1970s and 1980s, have recorded their experiences of that period. This study offers a literary-cultural analysis of forty-two poems by thirty Israeli poets of various backgrounds, divided into themes such as: memories of the Holocaust and portraits of survivors and their offspring; transit locations and situations both en route to and within Israel; displacement as a shared fate of Jews and Arabs; school and classroom experiences; Mizraḥi women between Levantine patriarchy and Western liberalism; and languages of the diaspora versus Hebrew. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network
Israeli Documentary Poetry: Coming of Age with the State introduces and explores documentary poetry written by Israeli poets who came of age during the first two decades of the state and who, since the 1970s and 1980s, have recorded their experiences of that period. This study offers a literary-cultural analysis of forty-two poems by thirty Israeli poets of various backgrounds, divided into themes such as: memories of the Holocaust and portraits of survivors and their offspring; transit locations and situations both en route to and within Israel; displacement as a shared fate of Jews and Arabs; school and classroom experiences; Mizraḥi women between Levantine patriarchy and Western liberalism; and languages of the diaspora versus Hebrew. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/literary-studies
Israeli Documentary Poetry: Coming of Age with the State introduces and explores documentary poetry written by Israeli poets who came of age during the first two decades of the state and who, since the 1970s and 1980s, have recorded their experiences of that period. This study offers a literary-cultural analysis of forty-two poems by thirty Israeli poets of various backgrounds, divided into themes such as: memories of the Holocaust and portraits of survivors and their offspring; transit locations and situations both en route to and within Israel; displacement as a shared fate of Jews and Arabs; school and classroom experiences; Mizraḥi women between Levantine patriarchy and Western liberalism; and languages of the diaspora versus Hebrew. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/jewish-studies
Israeli Documentary Poetry: Coming of Age with the State introduces and explores documentary poetry written by Israeli poets who came of age during the first two decades of the state and who, since the 1970s and 1980s, have recorded their experiences of that period. This study offers a literary-cultural analysis of forty-two poems by thirty Israeli poets of various backgrounds, divided into themes such as: memories of the Holocaust and portraits of survivors and their offspring; transit locations and situations both en route to and within Israel; displacement as a shared fate of Jews and Arabs; school and classroom experiences; Mizraḥi women between Levantine patriarchy and Western liberalism; and languages of the diaspora versus Hebrew. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/middle-eastern-studies
Israeli Documentary Poetry: Coming of Age with the State introduces and explores documentary poetry written by Israeli poets who came of age during the first two decades of the state and who, since the 1970s and 1980s, have recorded their experiences of that period. This study offers a literary-cultural analysis of forty-two poems by thirty Israeli poets of various backgrounds, divided into themes such as: memories of the Holocaust and portraits of survivors and their offspring; transit locations and situations both en route to and within Israel; displacement as a shared fate of Jews and Arabs; school and classroom experiences; Mizraḥi women between Levantine patriarchy and Western liberalism; and languages of the diaspora versus Hebrew. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/israel-studies
Israeli Documentary Poetry: Coming of Age with the State introduces and explores documentary poetry written by Israeli poets who came of age during the first two decades of the state and who, since the 1970s and 1980s, have recorded their experiences of that period. This study offers a literary-cultural analysis of forty-two poems by thirty Israeli poets of various backgrounds, divided into themes such as: memories of the Holocaust and portraits of survivors and their offspring; transit locations and situations both en route to and within Israel; displacement as a shared fate of Jews and Arabs; school and classroom experiences; Mizraḥi women between Levantine patriarchy and Western liberalism; and languages of the diaspora versus Hebrew. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/poetry
In this episode, GaryVee delivers a direct message to entrepreneurs, side-hustlers, and anyone chasing their "big idea." Most people don't fail because of a bad plan, they fail because they don't follow through. This is a raw reminder that business is hard, and the sooner you embrace that, the faster you move forward.Listen to this episode of Leap Academy with Ilana Golan here: https://link.chtbl.com/leapacademyConnect with Ilana:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ilanagolanleap/LinedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ilanagolan/
Where are all the queer people in history?Today we meet Ilana Masad and we're talking about the queer book that saved her life: Confessions of the Fox by Jordy Rosenberg. And Jordy joins us!Ilana Masad is a writer of fiction, nonfiction, and criticism. Their work has appeared in The New Yorker, New York Times, LA Times, Washington Post, NPR, The Atlantic, StoryQuartlerly, Catapult, Buzzfeed, Joyland, The Account, and many more. She is the author of the novel All My Mother's Lovers and the forthcoming Beings.Jordy Rosenberg is the author of the novels Confessions of the Fox and Night Night Fawn, as well as a scholarly monograph about 18th-century religious enthusiasts. Confessions was shortlisted for the Center for Fiction First Novel Prize, a Lambda Literary Award, among many other awards. Jordy is a professor in the Department of English and Associated MFA Faculty in the Program for Poets and Writers at The University of Massachusetts-Amherst.In Confessions of the Fox, Jack Sheppard and Edgeworth Bess were the most notorious thieves, jailbreakers, and lovers of eighteenth-century London. Yet no one knows the true story. Their confessions have never been found. Until now. Reeling from heartbreak, a scholar named Dr. Voth discovers a long-lost manuscript—a gender-defying exposé of Jack and Bess's adventures. But is it autobiography or a hoax? As Dr. Voth is drawn deeper into Jack and Bess's tale of underworld resistance and gender transformation, it becomes clear that their fates are intertwined—and only a miracle will save them all.Connect with Ilana and Jordywebsite: ilanamasad.cominstagram: @ilanaslightlyignorantbluesky: @ilanaslightlynewsletter: buttondown.com/imasadcriticwebsite: jordy-rosenberg.cominstagram: @jordyrosenbergOur BookshopVisit our Bookshop for new releases, current bestsellers, banned books, critically acclaimed LGBTQ books, or peruse the books featured on our podcasts: bookshop.org/shop/thisqueerbookBuy Confessions of the Fox: https://bookshop.org/a/82376/9780399592287Pre-order Beings: https://bookshop.org/a/82376/9781639737000Become an Associate Producer!Become an Associate Producer of our podcast through a $20/month sponsorship on Patreon! A professionally recognized credit, you can gain access to Associate Producer meetings to help guide our podcast into the future! Get started today: patreon.com/thisqueerbookCreditsHost/Founder: John ParkerExecutive Producer: Jim PoundsAssociate Producers: Archie Arnold, K Jason Bryan and David Rephan, Bob Bush, Natalie Cruz, Jonathan Fried, Paul Kaefer, Joe Perazzo, Bill Shay, and Sean SmithPatreon Subscribers: Stephen D., Terry D., Stephen Flamm, Ida Göteburg, Thomas Michna, Sofia Nerman, and Gary Nygaard.Creative and Accounting support provided by: Gordy EricksonQuatrefoil LibraryQuatrefoil has created a curated lending library made up of the books featured on our podcast! If you can't buy these books, then borrow them! Link: https://libbyapp.com/library/quatrefoil/curated-1404336/page-1Support the show
Sahil Bloom was living the "dream" life, climbing the corporate ladder, earning well, and hitting all the career milestones. Yet, he felt unfulfilled. During a conversation with an old friend, he mentioned how he only saw his parents once a year. His friend's blunt remark, "You're going to see your parents 15 more times before they die," hit him hard, forcing him to reevaluate his priorities and reassess his idea of success. In this episode, Sahil joins Ilana to share how to overcome the fear of career transitions, build a life that aligns with your values, and find fulfillment beyond a paycheck. Sahil Bloom is an entrepreneur, investor, and writer focused on redefining wealth beyond money. Through his newsletter, The Curiosity Chronicle, Sahil offers actionable ideas for building a high-performing, healthy, and wealthy life. In this episode, Ilana and Sahil will discuss: (00:00) Introduction (01:46) The Cost of Chasing Traditional Success (04:33) Family Background and the Pressure to Succeed (08:41) What Baseball Taught Him About Life and Business (13:17) Unfulfillment Despite Corporate Success (18:50) Overcoming the Fear of Career Transition (23:35) Why Personal Growth and Change Can Feel Lonely (26:51) Turning Criticism into Fuel for Growth (29:34) Embracing Life's Different Seasons (31:55) Writing The Five Types of Wealth (36:55) The Real Challenges in Entrepreneurship (41:24) How to Break Free When You're Feeling Stuck Sahil Bloom is an entrepreneur, investor, and writer focused on redefining wealth beyond money. He is the author of the New York Times bestselling book The 5 Types of Wealth and the founder of SRB Ventures, an early-stage investment firm. Through his newsletter, The Curiosity Chronicle, Sahil offers actionable ideas for building a high-performing, healthy, and wealthy life. Connect with Sahil: Website: https://www.sahilbloom.com/#Hero LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sahilbloom Resources Mentioned: Sahil's Book, The 5 Types of Wealth: A Transformative Guide to Design Your Dream Life: https://www.amazon.com/Types-Wealth-Transformative-Guide-Design/dp/059372318X Leap Academy: Ready to make the LEAP in your career? There is a NEW way for professionals to Advance Their Careers & Make 5-6 figures of EXTRA INCOME in Record Time. Check out our free training today at leapacademy.com/training
Send us a textWe're joined by the wonderfully optimistic and multi-talented hand lettering artist & muralist, Lisa Quine, someone who has done everything from lettering murals for pro sports teams to designing custom hairbrushes for celebrities (Fergie included). We talk about her unique creative journey, how optimism fuels her freelance career, and how her Cleveland roots helped shape a dream path she never could've planned.We cover the wins, the weird gigs, the tough pricing decisions, and why saying “yes” to unexpected projects early on in our creative career has opened big doors in surprising ways. From creative conferences to lettering projects for celebrities, Lisa's journey shows how embracing new challenges can shape a fulfilling creative career.If you've ever felt overwhelmed trying to price your work, balance your values with your income, or explain what it is you actually do, this one's for you.All that and more when you listen to this episode:The creative career that started with late-night lettering lyrics + commission projectsHow saying yes (even to random guest room walls) can lead to celebrity gigsHow she intentionally stayed local and community-focused Murals, monsters, and making art for kidsCreating art for clients vs. creating art for yourselfReframing success as growth, not just followers or fameWhy mindset and optimism matter in freelance lifeInternships, teamwork, and scaling up without losing your soulThe emotional rollercoaster of creative pricingTeaching, workshops, and why not every gig needs to be “precious”Fergie, field hockey, roller skating, and our design-sport alter egosConnect with our guest: Lisa QuineInstagram: @lisa_quineWebsiteMentioned in this episode:Aveda brush project Guardians & Cavaliers mural workHoodzpahElizabeth GoodspeedMonique AimeeThe Monster ProjectIlana's Book, Mind Your BusinessLetterWestThe KernferenceAnd a few… suConnect with Katie & Ilana from Goodtype Goodtype Website Goodtype on Instagram Goodtype on Youtube Love The Typecast and free stuff? Leave a review, and send a screenshot of it to us on Slack. Each month we pick a random reviewer to win a Goodtype Goodie! Goodies include merch, courses and Kernference tickets! Leave us a review on Apple PodcastsSubscribe to the showTag us on Instagram @GoodtypeFollow us on Tiktok @lovegoodtypeLearn from Katie and IlanaGrab your tea, coffee, or drink of choice, kick back, and let's get down to business!
In this Mission Matters episode, Adam Torres interviews Ilana Golant, Founder and CEO of Food Allergy Fund, on her mission to tackle food allergies as a critical health crisis. Ilana shares her personal story, why prevention and gut health are key, and how she's uniting science, funding, and patient voices to find a cure. This interview is part of the Milken Global Conference coverage by Mission Matters. Big thanks to the Milken Institute for inviting us to cover the conference. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Watch us on YouTube: https://youtu.be/cx9UiI7PmaQDon't forget to follow/subscribe to your favourite podcasting platform!Join our Patreon community to get access to bonus episodes, discounts on merch and more: https://bit.ly/UnholyPatreon As the war in Gaza passes its 650th day, Yonit and Jonathan delve into the political and personal forces keeping the conflict going—from ceasefire talks that lead nowhere, to new revelations about Benjamin Netanyahu's refusal to heed warnings ahead of October 7. Plus: new cracks in Israel's ruling coalition, how criticism of the country is now coming from the American MAGA right, what's behind the latest IDF strikes on Syria—and the return of one of Unholy's favourite guests, the legendary Israeli journalist Ilana Dayan.
When Christiana Figueres was a young mother, she longed to share her love of nature with her daughters, a love sparked by watching golden toads shimmer like coins under the moonlight in a Costa Rican forest. Hoping to show them this rare beauty, she returned to the same park, only to learn that the species had gone extinct due to rising temperatures. That moment ignited her mission to leave a better planet for her children. In this episode, Christiana joins Ilana to share her journey to becoming a United Nations Climate Change Executive Secretary and leading global climate efforts, including the historic 2015 Paris Agreement. Christiana Figueres is a Costa Rican diplomat and former Executive Secretary of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). She is best known for her role in securing the Paris Agreement, a landmark international climate treaty. In this episode, Ilana and Christiana will discuss: (00:00) Introduction (01:53) Growing Up as Costa Rica's President's Daughter (06:24) The Life-Changing Experience in Rural Costa Rica (15:28) The Journey to Climate Change Advocacy (24:40) Key Lessons from the COP15 Climate Failure (30:45) Becoming UNFCCC Executive Secretary (35:50) Leading the Paris Agreement Negotiations (41:06) Building Trust in Global Climate Negotiations (47:39) Taking the Climate Mission Beyond the UN (51:03) Advice for Aspiring Change-Makers (54:05) Upcoming Projects and Digital Initiatives Christiana Figueres is a Costa Rican diplomat and former Executive Secretary of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). She is best known for her role in securing the Paris Agreement, a landmark international climate treaty. With decades of experience in climate diplomacy, Christiana is a passionate global advocate for climate action and sustainable development. She is also the co-founder of Global Optimism, co-host of the Outrage + Optimism podcast, and co-author of The Future We Choose. Connect with Christiana: Christiana's Website: christianafigueres.com Christiana's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christianafigueres Resources Mentioned: Christiana's Book, The Future We Choose: Surviving the Climate Crisis: https://www.amazon.com/Future-We-Choose-Surviving-Climate/dp/0525658351 Christiana's Podcast, Outrage + Optimism: outrageandoptimism.org Global Optimism: globaloptimism.com Leap Academy: Ready to make the LEAP in your career? There is a NEW way for professionals to Advance Their Careers & Make 5-6 figures of EXTRA INCOME in Record Time. Check out our free training today at leapacademy.com/training
In this heart-open, mind-stretching class, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath dives headfirst into one of the most profound questions ever asked: Who wrote the Torah and what do we mean by G-d? Sparked by a challenge from Ilana, a thoughtful soul who just "won the raffle" and then handed Rabbi Bernath some of the hardest theological questions he's faced, this class isn't a debate, it's a bridge. Drawing from Torah, Talmud, Rambam, Tanya, Harari, Einstein, Spinoza, and Chassidic mystics, we explore traditional belief, academic scholarship, and the honest soul-searching that sits between them.Is the Torah a divine blueprint or a human masterpiece? Or… could it be both?Together, we walk a path between Sinai and the seminar room, from ancient revelation to modern doubt and discover that sometimes, the questions themselves are the invitation to a deeper relationship with truth.Key Takeaways:Traditional Belief Holds Depth: Torah mi-Sinai means Moses recorded divine revelation over 40 years. It's not simplistic, it's layered and deeply rooted in Jewish collective memory.Modern Scholarship Brings Honest Challenges: Thinkers like Harari argue that the Torah was assembled over centuries, reflecting political and social needs. These critiques must be addressed, not ignored.Kabbalah and Chassidus Provide a Bridge: Divine revelation doesn't exclude human expression. The Torah flowed through Moses' voice and personality, G-d worked with human vessels.Assumptions Shape Interpretation: Believers and skeptics alike interpret the same data through different axioms. Acknowledging this fosters respectful dialogue rather than defensiveness.The Torah's Endurance Is Itself a Testament: Its moral vision, power to unite, and enduring relevance across time and culture hint at something more than human genius, it points toward the Divine.This Is Not About “Winning” an Argument: It's about honesty, humility, and the courage to explore big questions together.The Torah Is a Living Document: Beyond history or philosophy, Torah continues to speak—not just inform, but transform. That may be its greatest proof of all.#Torah #God #Judaism #sinai #Moses #Divinerevelation #Documentaryhypothesis #YuvalNoahHarari #Kabbalah #Jewishtradition #BiblicalCrticism #Tanya #Spinoza #chassidus #Faith #theology Support the showGot your own question for Rabbi Bernath? He can be reached at rabbi@jewishndg.com or http://www.theloverabbi.comSingle? You can make a profile on www.JMontreal.com and Rabbi Bernath will help you find that special someone.Donate and support Rabbi Bernath's work http://www.jewishndg.com/donateFollow Rabbi Bernath's YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/user/ybernathAccess Rabbi Bernath's Articles on Relationships https://medium.com/@loverabbi
Being scrappy wasn't just a choice for Gary ‘Vee' Vaynerchuk; it was his only way forward. After years of growing his family's wine business, he was left with nothing of his own. With no money to rent an office or hire employees, Gary leveraged his grit, relationships, and opportunities to launch VaynerMedia. Overcoming the financial, mental, and emotional hurdles of entrepreneurship, he built his company into a multi-million-dollar media empire. In this episode, Gary joins Ilana to reveal the mindset and strategies you need to overcome obstacles and build your own multi-million-dollar business. Gary Vaynerchuk, famously known as GaryVee, is a serial entrepreneur, chairman of VaynerX, CEO of VaynerMedia and VeeFriends, and a six-time New York Times bestselling author. Recognized as one of the most forward-thinking minds in business, culture, and the internet, Gary helps brands stay ahead by spotting trends early. In this episode, Ilana and Gary will discuss: (00:00) Introduction (01:40) VaynerMedia's Scrappy Beginnings (06:56) Why Businesses Fail Financially (10:01) Navigating Tough Business Days (17:21) The Risk of Over-Transparency in Leadership (19:44) Dealing with Failure and Public Ridicule (22:10) GaryVee's Dream of Owning the New York Jets (26:06) The Role of DNA and Accountability in Success (28:35) Finding Joy in Entrepreneurship (31:02) How to Build a Personal Brand as an Employee (32:30) Empowering Employees with Honest Feedback (34:27) Embracing Change and Executing Relentlessly Gary Vaynerchuk, famously known as GaryVee, is a serial entrepreneur, chairman of VaynerX, CEO of VaynerMedia and VeeFriends, and a six-time New York Times bestselling author. He is a prolific angel investor with early investments in companies like Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Venmo, Snapchat, Coinbase, and Uber. Recognized as one of the most forward-thinking minds in business, culture, and the internet, Gary helps brands stay ahead by spotting trends early. Connect with Gary: Gary's Website: garyvaynerchuk.com Gary's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/garyvaynerchuk Resources Mentioned: Gary's Book, Day Trading Attention: How to Actually Build Brand and Sales in the New Social Media World: https://www.amazon.com/Day-Trading-Attention-Actually-Social/dp/0063317591 GaryVee: From Earning $2 an Hour to Running a $350M Digital Empire: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/garyvee-from-earning-%242-an-hour-to-running-a/id1701718200?i=1000689595539 Leap Academy: Ready to make the LEAP in your career? There is a NEW way for professionals to Advance Their Careers & Make 5-6 figures of EXTRA INCOME in Record Time. Check out our free training today at leapacademy.com/training
Ilana Golan is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and founder of Leap Academy—one of the fastest-growing professional education companies in America. With a track record that includes helping lead a $300 million exit, scaling a startup to $15 million in annual revenue, and raising nearly $1 million from top Silicon Valley investors, Ilana brings deep experience in both corporate and startup worlds. Her journey is defined by bold leaps, learning from failure, and empowering others to build careers with multiple streams of income and real fulfillment. On this episode we talk about: – Ilana's first entrepreneurial hustle at age four—and her early lessons in value (and parental panic) – The story behind raising $800,000 in weeks, only to be ousted by her co-founder and left with nothing – How hitting rock bottom led to a period of personal and professional crisis—and the steps she took to rebuild her momentum – The power of action over analysis: why doing—even when you don't know what to do—creates clarity and new opportunities – Redefining career success: the shift from a single-track “scripted” career to a dynamic, experimental “portfolio career” – How Ilana built Leap Academy from a small experiment into a multi-million dollar business and top-charting podcast – The importance of failure, resilience, and hunger in founders—and why she bets on entrepreneurs who've been through adversity – Frameworks for evaluating new ventures, both as a founder and investor – How Leap Academy helps mid-to-late career professionals reinvent themselves, build multiple income streams, and thrive in an ever-changing world – The future of professional education, corporate partnerships, and the rise of coaching and community-driven learning Top 3 Takeaways 1. Action Creates Clarity: When you don't know what to do, start doing something—momentum and results follow action, not the other way around. 2. Portfolio Careers Are the Future: Building multiple streams of income and diverse professional experiences is the new path to wealth, fulfillment, and resilience. 3. Failure Fuels Growth: The best founders and leaders are those who've faced—and learned from—major setbacks, not just those with a string of successes. Notable Quotes – “The clarity came from the momentum, not just thinking about it or dreaming about it—the doing created the result.” – “Look at your career as a series of experiments, not a single direction for the next 20 or 30 years. That takes all the fear away.” – “The biggest cost is always the money we're not making—the cost of inaction is higher than the cost of failure.” Connect with Ilana Golan: – Website: leapacademy.com – Portfolio Careers: portfoliocareer.com Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency. Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform. Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Um levantamento recente de uma revista de Harvard mostra que está em alta a busca para aconselhamento terapêutico ou mesmo para simular sessões de terapia em chatbots. Esse tipo de interação está na primeira posição do ranking de como as pessoas estão usando a IA, segundo o estudo da revista. Para entender como o uso da inteligência artificial para fins terapêuticos avança em um campo que parecia fora do seu alcance, Natuza Nery conversa com Paulo Beer, doutor em psicologia social, professor convidado da USP e do Instituto Gerar de Psicanálise. Paulo explica como “uma tempestade perfeita” estimula o uso de inteligência artificial por pessoas com questões relacionadas à saúde mental. Ele avalia que as terapias tradicionais, feitas com profissionais humanos, são as únicas capazes de fazer o paciente refletir, de fato, sobre suas dores e angústias. Depois, a conversa é com Ilana Pinsky, autora do livro "Saúde Emocional: como não pirar em tempos instáveis" e colunista da revista Veja. Ilana, que foi professora da Unifesp e da Universidade de Columbia (EUA), fala sobre os resultados de um estudo feito com aproximadamente 200 pessoas que foram expostas a chatbots treinados para uso terapêutico.
Freelance journalist Ilana Kaplan joins us to talk about the experience of writing her first book “Nora Ephron At the Movies,” as well as one of her favorite movies as an angsty teen: John Hughes's directorial debut “Sixteen Candles.”Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/one-heat-minute-productions/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Episode 176: Ilana Peña (Diary of a Future President) and Anne Sundell (writer and comedian) InterviewIn this month's after-show interview, Andrew chats with Ilana Peña (Diary of a Future President) and Anne Sundell (writer and comedian) about their pilot How to Get Over Bryan Byers. The pair share the real-life inspiration behind the show — yes, the actual Bryan Byers who unknowingly brought them together as friends and collaborators.Ilana and Anne reveal the incredible, improbable career breaks that launched them into TV writing, and offer candid, insightful advice about what makes a great writing partnership. This episode is a refreshing reminder that in the midst of all the negativity surrounding the industry, good things still happen — sometimes to good people.
When Taffy Brodesser-Akner became a writer, Mr. Lindenblatt, the father of one of her oldest friends, began asking to tell his story of survival during the Holocaust in one of the magazines or newspapers she wrote for. He took pride in telling his story, in making sure he fulfilled what he felt was the obligation of all Holocaust survivors, which was to remind the world what had happened to the Jews.His daughter Ilana knew it was a long shot but felt obligated to pass on the request — it was her father, after all. Taffy declined because after a life hearing about the Holocaust, she said, she was “all Holocausted out.”But, years later, when she learned of Mr. Lindenblatt's imminent passing, Taffy asked herself what would become of stories like his if the generation of hers that was supposed to inherit them had taken the privilege that came with another generation's survival and decided not to listen?So here it is, an old Jewish story about the Holocaust and a man who somehow survived the pernicious, organized and intentional genocide of the Jews. But right behind it, just two generations later, is another story, one about the children and grandchildren who have been so malformed by the stories that are their lineage that some of them made just as eager work of running from it, only to find themselves, same as anything you run from, having to deal with it anyway. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.