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As part of Joe Biden's massive financial and weapons package for Ukraine, one particular munition stands out for its longer-range capabilities. It's called the ‘Joint Standoff Weapon'. But, what exactly is it, and how does it work?Joining Seán to discuss is Jake Epstein, Senior Defence Reporter for Business Insider…Image: Reuters

As part of Joe Biden's massive financial and weapons package for Ukraine, one particular munition stands out for its longer-range capabilities. It's called the ‘Joint Standoff Weapon'. But, what exactly is it, and how does it work?Joining Seán to discuss is Jake Epstein, Senior Defence Reporter for Business Insider…Image: Reuters

We delve into the journey of Tom First, founder of Nantucket Nectars & Culture Pop. Discover the challenges and triumphs of building a beloved brand, the importance of authenticity in product development, and the lessons learned from navigating the beverage industry. Tom shares his experiences from the early days of creating a juice company that redefined the market to the strategic decisions that led to its success. Learn about the critical moments that shaped Nantucket Nectars, the philosophy behind making a product to be proud of, and the personal and professional dynamics of co-founding a business. Tom also discusses his new venture, Culture Pop, and how it continues his passion for creating innovative and healthy beverages.Sponsors:RampIQBar - AmazonChapters:[00:00:00] Brand Building Challenges  [00:00:34] Meet the Hosts  [00:02:00] Introducing Sponsors  [00:02:45] Welcome Tom First  [00:04:00] Culture Pop Origins  [00:06:30] Early Business Lessons  [00:08:00] Nantucket Nectars Beginnings  [00:10:45] Defining Soda and Seltzer  [00:15:00] Early Business Challenges  [00:17:30] Competing with Big Brands  [00:20:00] Building a National Brand  [00:21:45] Importance of Storytelling  [00:24:00] Key Decisions in Business  [00:27:00] Impact of Selling Business  [00:31:00] Moving Beyond Nectars  [00:34:00] Investor Dynamics  [00:37:30] Post-Nectars Ventures  [00:43:00] Developing Culture Pop  [00:49:00] Market Positioning  [00:52:30] Raising Capital  [00:54:00] Future of Functional Soda  [01:00:00] Advice for Entrepreneurs  [01:02:00] Building a Strong Team  [01:05:00] Personal Impact of Business  [01:07:00] Defining Success TodayABOUT THE HOSTS:Will Nitze is the Founder & CEO at IQBAR - America's leading "brain + body" nutrition startup. With minimal funding, Will has taken IQBAR from zero locations and zero in revenue in 2018 to 10,000+ doors and a projected $50 million in sales in 2024.Joe Lemay founded Rocketbook with business partner Jake Epstein. After being featured on “Shark Tank”, where the sharks passed on a chance to invest – Joe would go on to grow Rocketbook and sell it to BIC for 40 million dollars just three years later.Connect with Tom:Culture Pop: https://drinkculturepop.com/X: https://x.com/drinkculturepopLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-first-532ab55/

Join us as we sit down with Mike Beckham, the co-founder and CEO of Simple Modern, a company that has gone from challenger to incumbent in the drinkware industry with a unique blend of style, quality, and philanthropy. Mike shares his journey from the nonprofit world to building a $250M+ profitable business, emphasizing the importance of mission-driven entrepreneurship. Discover how Simple Modern's commitment to giving away 10% of their profits has not only shaped their company culture but also fueled their remarkable success. This episode is packed with insights on scaling, maintaining a strong organizational ethos, and the real meaning behind business excellence. Don't miss out on this inspiring conversation that goes beyond business to explore deeper questions of purpose and impact.Chapters:00:00:00 - Scaling and Overstimulation  00:00:25 - Welcome to Eating Glass  00:02:45 - Introduction to Mike Beckham  00:03:45 - Nonprofit World Insights  00:05:45 - Business with Dual Purposes  00:07:45 - Impact of Previous Experiences  00:09:00 - Quality of Life Insights  00:11:00 - Money and Contentment  00:12:00 - Responsibility and Trade-offs  00:13:45 - Rapid Company Growth  00:16:00 - Working with Family  00:17:45 - Business Partnerships  00:19:00 - Product Longevity Surprises  00:21:15 - Breaking Growth Barriers  00:22:30 - Sales Channels Expansion  00:23:00 - Drinkware Market Fragmentation  00:24:45 - Fashion and Trends  00:25:45 - Domestic Manufacturing  00:26:15 - Oreo Principle  00:27:45 - Challenges of Growth  00:29:45 - Entrepreneurship Motivations  00:31:00 - Market Opportunities  00:33:45 - Customer Satisfaction  00:34:45 - Amazon Strategy  00:36:15 - Product Excellence  00:38:00 - Digital Tools Advantage  00:40:00 - Brand Evolution  00:42:00 - Pricing Strategy  00:43:00 - Operational Excellence  00:45:15 - Competitive Advantages  00:47:00 - Challenger Brand Strategies  00:49:00 - Value and Quality  00:51:00 - Growth and Inventory  00:53:00 - Product Trends  00:55:00 - Licensing and Customization  00:57:15 - Focus vs. Variety  00:58:45 - Scaling and Distribution  01:00:15 - Strategic Insights  01:02:15 - Direct Response Marketing  01:04:00 - Business Model and Philanthropy  01:07:00 - Motivating the Team  01:10:00 - Building Organizational Values  01:12:45 - Financial Discipline  01:15:00 - Banking Relationships  01:18:00 - Forecasting and Growth  01:20:00 - Collateral and Credit  01:22:45 - Rapid Fire Questions  01:24:15 - Entrepreneurial Truths  01:25:45 - Startup Myths  01:27:15 - Personal Value Proposition  01:28:45 - Biggest Mistakes  01:30:00 - Personal Life Impact  01:32:45 - Long-Term Impact  01:35:00 - External Validation  01:36:15 - Hiring Strategy  01:37:30 - Cultural and Character Moats  01:39:00 - Wrapping UpABOUT THE HOSTS:Will Nitze is the Founder & CEO at IQBAR - America's leading "brain + body" nutrition startup. With minimal funding, Will has taken IQBAR from zero locations and zero in revenue in 2018 to 10,000+ doors and a projected $50 million in sales in 2024.Joe Lemay founded Rocketbook with business partner Jake Epstein. After being featured on “Shark Tank”, where the sharks passed on a chance to invest – Joe would go on to grow Rocketbook and sell it to BIC for 40 million dollars just three years later.Connect with Mike:Website: https://www.mikebeckhamblog.com/X: https://x.com/mikebeckhamsmInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikebeckham/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikebeckhamsm/

Joe and Will sit down with Peter Rahal, co-founder of RXBAR, to delve into his journey from a challenging school experience to creating one of the most iconic protein bars on the market. Peter shares how early adversity shaped his relentless drive, the innovative approach behind RXBAR's success, and the pivotal moments that led to a $600 million exit to Kellogg's. Tune in to hear valuable insights on product development, navigating the nutrition bar market, and the importance of embracing failure.Chapters:[00:00:00] Peter Rahal's early challenges[00:03:00] Harnessing adversity[00:08:00] The origin of RXBAR[00:14:00] The importance of product iteration[00:23:00] Scaling without external funding[00:32:00] The legendary rebranding of RXBAR[00:45:00] The decision to sell[01:00:00] Launching David[01:12:00] Rapid fireABOUT THE HOSTS:Will Nitze is the Founder & CEO at IQBAR - America's leading "brain + body" nutrition startup. With minimal funding, Will has taken IQBAR from zero locations and zero in revenue in 2018 to 10,000+ doors and a projected $50 million in sales in 2024.Joe Lemay founded Rocketbook with business partner Jake Epstein. After being featured on “Shark Tank”, where the sharks passed on a chance to invest – Joe would go on to grow Rocketbook and sell it to BIC for 40 million dollars just three years later.Connect with Peter:Website: https://davidprotein.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peterrahal/?hl=enLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-rahal-037bba43/

In this episode of Eating Glass, we sit down with Anne Mahlum, founder of Back on My Feet and SolidCore. Anne shares her incredible journey from growing up in North Dakota with an addict father, to starting a running club for the homeless, and ultimately building a nationwide fitness empire. Discover how Anne's personal struggles fueled her drive to create impactful businesses, and learn the secrets behind scaling and maintaining a successful company. Tune in to hear about her unique approach to community building, overcoming challenges, and her vision for the future.Chapters:[00:00:00] Anne's Early Life and Challenges[00:00:11] Podcast Introduction[00:01:40] Ramp Sponsorship[00:02:40] Anne's Background[00:04:15] Starting a Running Club[00:06:00] Scaling Back on My Feet[00:07:52] Discovering Pilates and SolidCore[00:09:55] Early Stages of SolidCore[00:11:00] Building Community in Fitness[00:12:15] Nonprofits vs. For-Profits[00:13:30] Marketing and Brand Niches[00:15:15] Retention and Success Metrics[00:16:30] Brick and Mortar Challenges[00:18:45] Scaling and Geographic Expansion[00:21:00] Vertical Integration and Innovation[00:23:00] Community Building Strategies[00:25:30] Trust and Customer Relationships[00:27:15] Fitness Trends and Resilience[00:31:00] Selling a Company[00:35:15] Taking Money Off the Table[00:39:00] Money and Success Philosophy[00:43:00] Future Aspirations and Advising[00:47:45] Selling to Private Equity[00:52:15] Problem Solving and Leadership[00:56:00] Rapid Fire Questions[01:00:15] Episode Wrap-UpABOUT THE HOSTS:Will Nitze is the Founder & CEO at IQBAR - America's leading "brain + body" nutrition startup. With minimal funding, Will has taken IQBAR from zero locations and zero in revenue in 2018 to 10,000+ doors and a projected $50 million in sales in 2024.Joe Lemay founded Rocketbook with business partner Jake Epstein. After being featured on “Shark Tank”, where the sharks passed on a chance to invest – Joe would go on to grow Rocketbook and sell it to BIC for 40 million dollars just three years later.Connect with Anne:Website: https://www.annemahlum.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annemahlum/?hl=enLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anne-mahlum/

We're getting meta as Joe interviews Will! Will Nitze is the founder and CEO of nutrition company IQBar. He shares his unconventional journey of growing his CPG business. Will discusses the importance of focusing on operational excellence and scaling quickly by taking calculated risks. He also dives into his contrarian approach to hiring, fundraising, and going to market, emphasizing the value of trust and taking advantage of opportunities others may deem too early. Throughout the conversation, Will offers candid insights on the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship, the future of IQBar, and his personal aspirations beyond this venture.[00:00:00] Introduction[00:03:04] Will's background and starting IQBar[00:08:45] Early days of product development and manufacturing[00:14:35] Fundraising strategy and dilution[00:17:37] Measuring repeat purchase rate and customer retention[00:18:50] Marketing strategy and growing the business[00:20:21] Using Kickstarter[00:24:19] Expanding product lines[00:29:30] Breaking conventional wisdom[00:34:50] Building a team and thoughts on nepotism[00:38:17] LinkedIn strategy [00:40:39] Thoughts on selling[00:50:28] Rapid fire questionsABOUT THE HOSTS:Will Nitze is the Founder & CEO at IQBAR - America's leading "brain + body" nutrition startup. With minimal funding, Will has taken IQBAR from zero locations and zero in revenue in 2018 to 10,000+ doors and a projected $50 million in sales in 2024.Joe Lemay founded Rocketbook with business partner Jake Epstein. After being featured on “Shark Tank”, where the sharks passed on a chance to invest – Joe would go on to grow Rocketbook and sell it to BIC for 40 million dollars just three years later.Connect with Will:IQBar: https://www.eatiqbar.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/will-nitze/X: https://x.com/willnitze

Chris Hunter, of Four Loko & Koia, shares his wild entrepreneurial journey. From the meteoric rise and regulatory battles of Four Loko to launching the plant-based protein drink Koia, Chris gets personal about the challenges of building businesses in highly regulated industries. He discusses lessons learned from tumultuous business partnerships, the decision to vertically integrate, and how personal growth and reflection have shaped his leadership style. Chris also opens up about his upbringing and how it instilled the grit and resilience needed to overcome entrepreneurial adversity. Tune in for a candid conversation on the realities of building iconic beverage brands.Chapters [00:00:00] - Introduction[00:02:58] - Chris Hunter's Background and Companies (Phusion Projects and Koia)[00:05:04] - How Success Has Changed Chris[00:12:56] - Chris's Early Years and Troubled Past[00:16:39] - Grit and Resilience in Entrepreneurship[00:17:46] - Navigating Identity as the "Four Loko Guy"[00:21:36] - Lessons Learned from Business Partnerships[00:29:26] - Operating in Highly Regulated Markets[00:33:57] - Challenges of the Ready-to-Drink Beverage Industry[00:36:20] - The Decision to Vertically Integrate[00:40:51] - The Koia Journey: Vision and Evolution[00:44:51] - Humility, Ego, and Confidence in Entrepreneurship[00:50:45] - Harnessing Emotions as Entrepreneurial Fuel[00:58:28] - The Role of Coaches, Peer Groups, and Psychedelics in Personal Growth[01:03:11] - Writing a Candid and Personal Book[01:11:17] - Rapid Fire Questions[01:14:16] - ConclusionABOUT THE HOSTS:Will Nitze is the Founder & CEO at IQBAR - America's leading "brain + body" nutrition startup. With minimal funding, Will has taken IQBAR from zero locations and zero in revenue in 2018 to 10,000+ doors and a projected $50 million in sales in 2024.Joe Lemay founded Rocketbook with business partner Jake Epstein. After being featured on “Shark Tank”, where the sharks passed on a chance to invest – Joe would go on to grow Rocketbook and sell it to BIC for 40 million dollars just three years later.Connect with  Chris:Chris' Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1963678028?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_PY8TMGHWK9J8Q4ARPF1WKoia: https://drinkkoia.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-hunter-890a2315/

Not one, not two, but FIVE babies!! Will and Sabrina are watching “Quints” starring Kimberly J. Brown, Daniel Roebuck, Elizabeth Morehead and Jake Epstein. The film premiered in 2000 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Not one, not two, but FIVE babies!! Will and Sabrina are watching “Quints” starring Kimberly J. Brown, Daniel Roebuck, Elizabeth Morehead and Jake Epstein. The film premiered in 2000 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Riley, CEO and co-founder of Dude Wipes, shares the story of how he and his friends started the company from their apartment with the goal of creating a better way to wipe. He discusses the challenges of bootstrapping the business, building the bold and irreverent Dude Wipes brand, and scaling the company to over $150 million in revenue. Sean dives into topics like viral marketing, focus and saying no, hiring, company culture, and his long-term vision for Dude Wipes. An insightful and entertaining look at building an iconic CPG brand.[00:00:00] - Intro and Origin Story[00:04:21] - Starting Dude Wipes[00:08:12] - Bootstrapping Out of Necessity[00:11:10] - Founder Dynamics and Goals[00:13:00] - Developing the Dude Wipes Brand[00:18:25] - Hiring Consultants vs Employees[00:23:15] - Dude Wipes Company Culture[00:25:11] - Word of Mouth Marketing[00:28:46] - Making Butt Wipes Fun[00:31:13] - Brand Positioning and Moats[00:33:00] - Evolving Brand and Gender Dynamics[00:36:56] - Defining the Dude Wipes Enemy[00:39:30] - Personal Branding Benefits[00:42:51] - Building to Sell vs Cash Flow[00:48:00] - Acquisition Interest and Market Trends[00:52:06] - Focusing on the Core Business[00:57:45] - Rapid Fire Questions[01:04:56] - Wrap UpABOUT THE HOSTS:Will Nitze is the Founder & CEO at IQBAR - America's leading "brain + body" nutrition startup. With minimal funding, Will has taken IQBAR from zero locations and zero in revenue in 2018 to 10,000+ doors and a projected $50 million in sales in 2024.Joe Lemay founded Rocketbook with business partner Jake Epstein. After being featured on “Shark Tank”, where the sharks passed on a chance to invest – Joe would go on to grow Rocketbook and sell it to BIC for 40 million dollars just three years later.Connect with Sean Riley:DUDE Wipes: https://dudewipes.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/spriles/

In this episode of Eating Glass, we dive into the rollercoaster journey of Chris Savage, co-founder and CEO of Wistia, as he takes us behind the scenes of building a successful video marketing platform from scratch. From failed viral ideas, living on a shoestring budget to discovering product-market fit and growing a loyal customer base, Chris shares the ups and downs of bootstrapping a tech company in the early days of online video. Tune in for valuable insights on pivoting, marketing strategies, and the power of perseverance in the face of entrepreneurial challenges. Don't miss this inspiring story of turning a passion for video into a thriving business.Chapters:00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:56 - Motivations for starting a company00:05:18 - Early failed ideas and pivots00:11:04 - Surviving on a shoestring budget00:16:50 - Building a simple solution for customers 00:20:35 - Raising angel money00:22:29 - Navigating 200800:24:02 - Marketing strategies and content creation00:26:40 - Growing the team and revenue00:33:48 - Personal content creation00:37:12 - Keeping creativity alive00:41:40 - Balancing family and work00:43:00 - Dealing with burnout and stress00:49:43 - Trial and error as the best strategy 00:52:07 - Avoiding boredom00:57:27 - The Next Decade01:02:56 - Rapid-fire questions01:13:13 - Wrap-upABOUT THE HOSTS:Will Nitze is the Founder & CEO at IQBAR - America's leading "brain + body" nutrition startup. With minimal funding, Will has taken IQBAR from zero locations and zero in revenue in 2018 to 10,000+ doors and a projected $50 million in sales in 2024.Joe Lemay founded Rocketbook with business partner Jake Epstein. After being featured on “Shark Tank”, where the sharks passed on a chance to invest – Joe would go on to grow Rocketbook and sell it to BIC for 40 million dollars just three years later.Connect with Chris Savage:Chris' Podcast: https://wistia.com/series/talking-too-loudWistia Website: https://wistia.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cjsavageX: https://twitter.com/csavageInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/csavage

In this episode of Eating Glass, Pete Maldonado, co-founder and co-CEO of CHOMPS, shares his entrepreneurial journey from hitting rock bottom to building a successful meat snack brand. From bootstrapping with just $6,500 to navigating existential crises during COVID-19, Pete offers candid insights on focus, innovation, and the importance of people in scaling a startup. Join hosts Will Nitze and Joe LeMay as they dive deep into Pete's experiences, uncovering valuable lessons on resilience, leadership, and redefining success in the face of adversity.00:00:00 - Intro00:04:05 - CHOMPS: Better-For-You Meat Snacks00:06:00 - Broke to Rich: Pete's Evolution00:09:15 - Bootstrapping vs. Raising Capital00:12:30 - Hand-to-Mouth: Financing Early CHOMPS00:16:46 - Urgency and the Brand Enemy00:18:39 - Throwing Out the Playbook00:22:36 - Product Innovation Through Simplification00:25:02 - Surviving Two Existential Crises00:34:41 - Filtering Advice and Trusting Instincts00:38:30 - Transitioning from Startup to Corporate00:43:08 - Rapid Fire: Hiring and Platitudes00:47:29 - Rapid Fire: Mistakes and SuccessABOUT THE HOSTS:Will Nitze is the Founder & CEO at IQBAR - America's leading "brain + body" nutrition startup. With minimal funding, Will has taken IQBAR from zero locations and zero in revenue in 2018 to 10,000+ doors and a projected $50 million in sales in 2024.Joe Lemay founded Rocketbook with business partner Jake Epstein. After being featured on “Shark Tank”, where the sharks passed on a chance to invest – Joe would go on to grow Rocketbook and sell it to BIC for 40 million dollars just three years later.Connect with Pete Maldonado:Chomps Website: https://chomps.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/petermaldonado/X: https://x.com/petemaldonadoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/petemaldonado/

Ever dream of taking a wild product idea and turning it into a $50 million exit? Your co-host (and today's guest) Joe Lemay did just that with Rocketbook.His initial idea was an app to digitize whiteboards in real-time. When that didn't pan out, Joe pivoted hard - creating the Rocketbook, a reusable notebook you could literally microwave to erase and reuse. This wacky "microwave to erase" gimmick went viral on Kickstarter, raising over $1 million. But actually manufacturing the microwavable notebooks was a nightmare...Hear the full story of constant pivots, huge challenges, and 24/7 hustle behind this wild entrepreneurial journey.00:00:00 - From Engineer to Entrepreneur00:03:50 - The Whiteboard App00:09:15 - Pivoting to Notebooks00:13:25 - Going Viral: Microwave to Erase00:19:20 - $1 Million in Pre-Sales00:22:20 - Manufacturing Nightmares00:26:45 - Surviving by a Thread00:30:10 - Shark Tank Roast00:31:25 - A Wipeable Wonder00:33:20 - Crowdfunding Kings00:38:15 - Word-of-Mouth Magic00:41:30 - Brick & Mortar Struggles00:44:50 - Exploring Exit Options00:53:50 - Selling to Bic: The $50 Million Deal00:56:40 - Post-Exit Life01:00:05 - Rapid Fire01:04:50 - Wrapping UpABOUT THE HOSTS:Will Nitze is the Founder & CEO at IQBAR - America's leading "brain + body" nutrition startup. With minimal funding, Will has taken IQBAR from zero locations and zero in revenue in 2018 to 10,000+ doors and a projected $50 million in sales in 2024.Joe Lemay founded Rocketbook with business partner Jake Epstein. After being featured on “Shark Tank”, where the sharks passed on a chance to invest – Joe would go on to grow Rocketbook and sell it to BIC for 40 million dollars just three years later.Connect with Joe Lemay:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lemayjoe/X: https://twitter.com/lemayjoeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lemayjoe/?hl=en

Mike Fata, founder of Manitoba Harvest, shares his incredible journey from high school dropout to building a $419 million hemp empire. Discover the lessons he learned while navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship, from humble beginnings to scaling a business, managing successful exits, and embracing servant leadership. Mike's insights on passion, persistence, and personal growth will inspire and motivate you on your own entrepreneurial path.Chapter Titles:00:00:00 - Intro00:05:16 - Starting Manitoba Harvest00:07:34 - Early Guerrilla Marketing00:11:56 - Scaling to $1 Million00:15:10 - The Path to $10 Million00:19:05 - Trademark Battles00:21:25 - Challenges of 24/7 Manufacturing00:22:18 - Navigating the First Exit00:27:44 - Life After Partial Exit00:29:54 - The $419 Million Exit00:32:14 - Investing Philosophy00:34:20 - Finding Deals00:36:10 - The Evolution of CPG00:40:00 - Mike's Portfolio Insights00:41:29 - A Tough Lesson Learned00:44:55 - Rapid Fire Questions00:49:14 - Balancing Entrepreneurship and Single Fatherhood00:52:05 - Servant Leadership00:53:06 - ConclusionABOUT THE HOSTS:Will Nitze is the Founder & CEO at IQBAR - America's leading "brain + body" nutrition startup. With minimal funding, Will has taken IQBAR from zero locations and zero in revenue in 2018 to 10,000+ doors and a projected $50 million in sales in 2024.Joe Lemay founded Rocketbook with business partner Jake Epstein. After being featured on “Shark Tank”, where the sharks passed on a chance to invest – Joe would go on to grow Rocketbook and sell it to BIC for 40 million dollars just three years later.Connect with Mike Fata:Website: https://www.mikefata.ca/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/themikefata/X: https://twitter.com/themikefataInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/themikefata/

Welcome to the first episode of Eating Glass!In this inaugural episode, ho sts Will Nitze and Joe Lemay sit down with founder Preston Rutherford to dive into his journey starting his company ‘Chubbies' and how he (and his friends) pioneered some of the raddest, most weekend-built gear ever.From the benefits (and drawbacks) he experienced by having co-founders and being in a niche product category – to how he managed headwinds, tailwinds and ultimately, to how he successfully exited, you'll get access to every stage of Preston's startup journey!Episode Highlights:[00:00:00] Intro[00:09:00] The Early Days of Chubbies[00:12:21] Funding Chubbies[00:16:00] How Co-Founders Drove Chubbies' Success[00:22:10] Polarizing Products and Brand Salience[00:27:36] Expanding Channels, Facing Headwinds[00:33:26] Adapting to Fashion Trends & Seasonality[00:40:40] Maintaining the Spark During Growth[00:50:44] Navigating Multiple Exit Attempts[00:56:00] Earned Secrets & Regrets[01:11:00] Priorities After the Acquisition[01:16:10] Final ThoughtsABOUT THE HOSTS:Will Nitze is the Founder & CEO at IQBAR - America's leading "brain + body" nutrition startup. With minimal funding, Will has taken IQBAR from zero locations and zero in revenue in 2018 to 10,000+ doors and a projected $50 million in sales in 2024.Joe Lemay founded Rocketbook with business partner Jake Epstein. After being featured on “Shark Tank”, where the sharks passed on a chance to invest – Joe would go on to grow Rocketbook and sell it to BIC for 40 million dollars just three years later.Connect with Preston Rutherford:https://www.linkedin.com/in/prestonr/https://bodaciousbrands.beehiiv.com/p/introducing-bodacious-brands

You know actor, singer and writer Jake Epstein from TV shows like Degrassi: The Next Generation, Designated Survivor, Suits and The Umbrella Academy. Jake has had an illustrious career on the stage, most notably on Broadway as Spiderman. Jake is now on tour performing his one man show Boy Falls from The Sky.  He shares his story - from child actor to Broadway star - at the Segal Centre through December 10th. I attended Opening Night and I loved this honest, unique and personal comedy so much, that I had to find out more about the writing process. From hot dogs, to meeting your heroes - to what it feels like to fly on Broadway (in the most expensive show ever with music by U2) - to how funny it is to rise and fall. We talk BTS and find out the hilarious genesis of the show. Tickets: https://tickets.segalcentre.org/TheatreManager/1/login&event=1970&lang=en Jake on IG: https://www.instagram.com/officialjakeepstein/ Flipflops on IG: https://www.instagram.com/flipflops_podcast/

The Out of the Box Boys are back and ready to present the fourth year of Softball Media Days! That's right, Tom Canterbury and Gray Robertson are here to talk with every SEC school (and one bonus school) about softball over the next two weeks, and it's time to get it started! First, Tom and Gray preview Softball Media Days and discuss what went into getting everything together while also revealing the full schedule for the event and previewing Day One (0:00-12:26). Then, Kentucky head coach Rachel Lawson leads off and discusses last year's squad, keeping Kayla Kowalik around the program, Erin Coffel's return, protecting Coffel in the lineup, WHOOOO'S PITCHING, portal additions, incoming freshmen, rule changes, realignment concerns, a neutral site SEC Tournament, and much more (12:33-53:11). Next, South Carolina head coach Bev Smith stops by to talk about takeaways from 2023, what made Donnie Gobourne special, how the Gamecocks snagged Alana Vawter, the rest of the pitching staff, offensive returners, other portal additions,, hiring Jake Epstein, rule adjustments, softball facilities, and more. (53:17-1:24:33). Finally, Tennessee head coach Karen Weekly swings by to discuss last season's success, the legacy of Ashley Rogers, how Kiki Milloy can get even better, keeping all the returners hungry, Chris Malveaux's impact, Payton Gottshall and Karlyn Pickens, portal pieces, rule changes, the shift in the college sports landscape, her Masters Champions Dinner menu, and much more (1:24:44-2:02:09). To close the show, Tom and Gray recap the first episode and tease the second episode of Softball Media Days (2:02:16-2:07:14).

In today's episode, Amanda drinks some margaritas with actor and producer Tamara Almeida to discuss how Jane changed her life, how to nail an audition for a Hallmark movie, and everything Taurus energy. Tamara is a bilingual actor and producer currently based in Toronto. You can catch Tamara's acting in series like Jane and the reboot of Ghostwriter (both on AppleTV+) and in films like Lifetime's Secrets at the Inn, Hallmark's Entertaining Christmas and, most recently, starring in Lifetime's What We Do For Love alongside co-star Jake Epstein. You can hear Tamara's voice acting in numerous acclaimed animated series including PBS's Let's Go Luna and the upcoming reboot of Total Drama Island coming out on HBOMax. In addition to acting, Tamara works behind the camera as a producer, writer, and editor.   Looking for more of The Liquid Courage Podcast? Instagram: @liquidcouragepodcast TikTok: @liquidcouragepodcast YouTube Video Episodes & more! Reach out at www.liquidcouragepodcast.com   Host - Amanda Pereira: insta @hotcoldspicy Guest - Tamara Almeida: insta @tamararubyalmeida

This week's episode of The Lab – Epstein Hitting Podcast, Jim and Jake discuss all things related to the 2023 MLB draft from an offensive player's perspective!   TO WATCH THE SHOW, VISIT AND SUBSCRIBE TO THE LAB –EPSTEIN HITTING PODCAST YOUTUBE PAGE - https://youtu.be/h9WgJe39zwo   SHOW NOTES: 2:00 – MLB Draft being pushed back to July 5:00 – Debate about moving the draft back 10:00 – Paul Skenes or Dylan Crewes? 19:00 – Jake Epstein's 20:00 – Elly De La Cruz's success 23:00 – De La Cruz's swing 26:00 – Jake's evaluation process of amateur hitters 33:00 – Preparing for the draft from a player's perspective   Renowned Hitting Instructor Jake Epstein has been coaching amateur, collegiate, and professional hitters for the past 20 years. Epstein currently serves as a Hitting Consultant for the Milwaukee Brewers and owns his own facility in College Station, TX. Based off the hitting teachings passed down to his father Mike from the legendary Ted Williams, Jake combines old school principals with new-age data to help hitters reach their highest potentials. Join Host Jim Tarabocchia and Jake every Monday at 9am ET discuss a variety of topics on the hardest thing to do in all of sports-hitting a baseball.   Subscribe and like the show- Apple | Google | Spotify | TuneIn | Iheart | Stitcher | Pandora | YouTube Subscribe to the show's YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com Email the Show: jimbopodcast21@gmail.com Twitter/Instagram: @Jimtara, @epsteinhitting   Why the Epstein Hitting System?: The Epstein Hitting system was created by 10-year Major League player, Mike Epstein. In addition to leading the 1972 World Series champion A's in home runs, Mike played for arguably the greatest hitter of all-time, Ted Williams…Using what he learned from his career and from Ted Williams, Mike built a system to identify and fix swing faults. Mike received the only letter of recommendation for hitting instruction Ted Williams ever gave out…After working closely with Mike to learn the craft of teaching hitting, Epstein Hitting is now led by Jake Epstein…Jake has perfected the use of video analysis to create a plan to maximize a player's swing. In addition to slow-motion video analysis, Jake has built a library of drills that he uses to address the unique needs of individual players. For more information, log on to www.epsteinhitting.com.   www.thelabbcs.com... Training with a purpose.    

Hello and welcome to another episode from the Christmas Everyday Club. In this episode, I share Jake Epstein Christmas Movies. Do you have a favourite movie by Jake Epstein? Did I miss any off? Let me know.If you want to watch some free Christmas movies then go to the website and once there, go to the media on the menu bar, scroll down to Christmas movies, let the page load and then pick and play your movie. but most of all, enjoy!Join the forum too, talk about movies and let me know if there are any Christmas movies that you want to see.Who should I make a video about next?Thanks for listening.Support the show

Is doubt stopping you from starting a new project? Are you worried about the possible consequences to your career? Don't ignore it! Doubt is normal; you can invite it as part of your creative process instead of wrestling with it. This week, Actor/Singer/Writer Jake Epstein, share the discoveries has made  along journey in relationship to doubt, fear, and anxiety. He has learned that welcoming fear in life can be helpful and humanizing if we accept it;  instead of pretending to be confident and okay all the time. Confidence is not the absence of doubt; it's loving yourself in the face of doubt. SHARE THIS EPISODE>>> www.thisischelseajohnson.com/220 In this episode: Turn off that part of your brain that thinks your art isn't worthy, just make it and you'll have a lot of time to make it better. The impact of consistently feeding your inner child to sustaining your creative spark. How Jake learned the power of advocating for himself as an actor in his interactions with other artists in the Umbrella Academy. What is the job of an artist.   A little about Jake: Jake Epstein is a well-known Canadian actor with over 40 film and TV credits to his name. He is best known for playing Craig in Degrassi: The Next Generation, a role that won him a Gemini Award. He is also widely recognized for playing Chuck in Designated Survivor, Brian Altman in Suits, and most recently, Alphonso in The Umbrella Academy. After graduating from The National Theatre School of Canada, he spent 5 years in New York starring on Broadway in the Tony-nominated hit Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, as well as Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark. He also starred in the Off-Broadway play Straight, as well as the US National Tours of the Broadway hit shows Spring Awakening and Green Day's American Idiot. Jake recently finished a 6 week run of his acclaimed solo show, Boy Falls From The Sky, at the legendary Royal Alexander Theatre in Toronto. Follow Jake! Instagram: @officialjakeepstein

In this weeks episode of Degrassified, Elizangi and Emily finish Season 2! WOOOOOOHOOOOOOO!!! But first, they talk about the return of Craig's abusive dad and then his death (yikes) and how Craig copes with that (and how Jake Epstein is an amazing actor). For their recap, Emily predicts Season 3 and we talk about our favorite moments. Make sure you tune in next week for the beginning of Season 3! Follow our socials! Instagram and Tiktok: @degrassified_podcast Twitter: @Degrassified_

This week on Finding Your Bliss, Life Coach and Bliss Expert Judy Librach is joined by acclaimed and award-winning author, Kathy Kacer. It all began when Kathy's elementary school teacher said, "Why don't you write that story down?" Forty years and thirty books later, that's exactly what Kathy is still trying to do - write the story. Her many books focus on the Second World War and the Holocaust, and include The Secret of Gabi

Spencer gets quizzed on Degrassi. We also discuss Jake Epstein’s new stage show, glowing recommendation letters, and practice dramatic monologues. Instagram: @spencerwantstoknow Email: spencerwantstoknowtheshow@gmail.com Brought to you By: The Sonar Network

In this episode of Art of the Kickstart, we spoke with Jake Epstein, serial entrepreneur and Co-founder of several consumer product startups. His latest Kickstarter campaign, Tango, garnered the attention of almost 1,300 backers and has surpassed its funding goal by over 870% in a short period of time. Epstein's background in enterprise engineering helped him create consumer hardware and software. Listen to learn more about Epstein's transition to consumer hardware and its intersection with crowdfunding. Short on time? Here's what we talked about. Epstein's background in engineering gave him a segue into the crowdfunding world. His ideas became consumer startups that he could monetize. Epstein offers a glimpse at a path other entrepreneurs can replicate for success. Epstein's personal experience and frustrations carrying around cheap, plastic, sparkly pop sockets not meant for adults led to the creation of Tango. ​Epstein designs his innovations with simplicity and convenience in mind. He wanted to create something he wouldn't be embarrassed to carry around. Epstein speaks on adding buffers to shipping times, so he's always prepared when communicating with backers. Epstein touches on always fulfilling what the company promises and explains the internal process that allows for this fulfillment. Links Tango Kickstarter Campaign The Lean Startup by Eric Ries Note: As an Amazon Associate, Art of the Kickstart may earn a commission from qualifying purchases. Sponsors Art of the Kickstart is honored to be sponsored by ProductHype, the leading crowdfunding newsletter. Publishing weekly, ProductHype showcases five of the best, most innovative and exciting crowdfunding projects in an absurdly unique way. Their audience of more than 300,000 crowdfunding fans regularly back featured products and eagerly awaits the newsletter to learn about the new ideas that creators are bringing to market. Learn more about having your project featured in ProductHype, or join the HypeSquad today! Transcript View this episode's transcript Roy Morejon: Welcome entrepreneurs and startups to Art of the Kickstart, the podcast that every entrepreneur needs to listen to before you launch. I'm your host Roy Morejon, President and Founder of Enventys Partners. The world's only turnkey product launch company that has helped over 2000 innovations successfully, raise over $400 million in capital since 2010. Each week, I interview a crowdfunding success story, an inspirational entrepreneur or a business expert in order to help you take your startup to the next level. Roy Morejon: This show would not be possible without our main sponsor ProductHype, a 300,000-member crowdfunding media site and newsletter that's generated millions of dollars in sales for over a 1000 top tier projects since 2017. Check out producthype.co to subscribe to the weekly newsletter. Now let's get on with the show. Roy Morejon: All right, welcome to another edition of Art of the Kickstart. Today we are speaking with the one and only Jake Epstein. Jake is the co-founder of Rocketbook, tango and several other consumer startups. This guy is a true D to C expert, holds degrees in electrical and computer engineering from Purdue University, [inaudible 00:01:21] makers and began his career designing large scale computer systems and somehow ended up designing notebooks and phone accessories. Jake's amazing, he and his team and his business partner Joe, they've worked on over a dozen products now that they've crowdfunded. Some made millions, others didn't do so much, but they've had a lot of fun and a lot of failures on the way. Jake's current product tango is this really cool grip stand. It's this as Jake would say, “A geometric marvel of steel and magnets.” So I'm super excited today to have you on the show Jake. Thank you for joining us on Art of the Kickstart today, man. Jake Epstein: Thank you.

This week on Finding Your Bliss, Bliss Expert and Life Coach Judy Librach is joined by the uber-talented Jake Epstein, a Toronto based actor, singer and writer. Along with his many starring roles both on and off Broadway, he has appeared in over 40 TV shows and films. Of these, he is best known for his roles in Degrassi, Designated Survivor, and Suits. Coming soon, he will appear in the new seasons of Umbrella Academy and Hardy Boys. And he is starring in a one-man show "Boy Falls From the Sky," produced by Mirvish Productions, now playing at the Royal Alexandra Theatre in Toronto until May 29, 2022. Jake Epstein originated the role of Gerry Goffin on Broadway in the Tony-nominated hit BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL, and survived a year as Spider-Man in SPIDER-MAN: TURN OFF THE DARK. On tour, he has performed in most major theatres across the U.S., starring in the Tony Award winning hit SPRING AWAKENING (Melchior) as well as Green Day

How Libs of TikTok shapes right-wing politics; Russia's private militia, the Wagner Group, enters the fray in Ukraine; what you can learn from reading 27,000 Marvel comics; why Canadian doctors can't access new antibiotics for treating drug-resistant infections; Degrassi alum Jake Epstein has turned his journey to Broadway and back into new one-man show; how one woman helped turn millions of acres of land into national parks in the Chilean Patagonia; and more.

With the final season of Kim's Convenience heading into the Canadian Screen Awards with 10 nominations, actor Paul Sun-Hyung Lee reflects on more than a decade of playing Appa on stage and screen. Our books columnist Jael Richardson fills us in on her latest recommendation, The Swimmers by Julie Otsuka, and why it caught her attention. Canadian TV industry veteran and BIPOC advocate Nathalie Younglai discusses her new CBC Gem series, Hello (Again), which she created with Shang-Chi star Simu Liu. Jake Epstein talks about pulling the curtain back on his life as an actor in his one-man show, Boy Falls From The Sky, which reveals why achieving your dreams can be a mixed blessing.

For over a decade, Jews have been the number-one most-targeted religious group in federal and municipal hate crime reports. Just a few weeks ago, StatsCan released the latest edition of its annual paper, proving the trend correct yet again. But headlines don't tell the whole story. Is Jewish prominence on these lists the result of zealous Jewish communities over-reporting minor incidents? Or is it more indicative of other groups' hesitance to even bother calling the police in the first place? To navigate these waters, we're joined by Mark Mendelson, a former homicide detective with the Toronto police, current private investigator and crime expert for Bell Media. Plus, David catches up with actor Jake Epstein about his latest theatre show, Boy Falls From the Sky, as well as a career that's taken him from Degrassi to Broadway to Jewish Hallmark hero. What we talked about Read about the latest StatsCan report on thecjn.ca Find tickets for Boy Falls From the Sky at mirvish.com Credits Bonjour Chai is hosted by Avi Finegold, Ilana Zackon and David Sklar. Michael Fraiman is the producer. Andre Goulet is the technical producer. Our theme music is by Socalled. The show is a co-production from The Jewish Learning Lab and The CJN, and is distributed by The CJN Podcast Network. To learn how to support the show by subscribing to this podcast, please watch this video.

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Craig and Ashley just got back together last episode and things are already intense AF. Liberty and JT write a terrible song. Jake Epstein has a blast trashing a hotel room. Come and hear our review, now! We're available on all of the standard podcasting platforms and can also be streamed on Spotify. Please give us a follow on Twitter @NarbosPodcast or on Instagram and Tiktok @NarbosAndBroomheadsPodcast, and if you want to watch along, please send your comments to Narbosandbroomheads@gmail.com and we'll make sure to share them on future episodes. You can also join our Narbos And Broomheads Facebook group for information on live episodes being broadcast in the future. If you like the show, please shoot us a 5 star rating on iTunes, and tell all of your Degrassi loving friends!

Now that we've come to the end of the holiday movie road for this year, it's time to take a look back at the thousands (or, at least, many dozens) of new holiday movies we watched. Together with my best friend, friend of the show, and partner in all things holiday movie-related, Anna Rendell, I'm here to review the 2021 season of new holiday movies. It was hard but we did it. We picked our top few favorites from Hallmark, Lifetime, and all the other channels. Of course, because this is The Couch, where rabbit trails and side notes are always welcome, we also get into Lifetime's scheduling choices and the mystery of Jake Epstein. And we also tap dance around our true feelings about Corbin Bleu's tap dancing routine, but I think you can read between the lines. We're just…big fans. It's a fun episode, and you're going to love it. So, let's get started! REMEMBER: Hooked on Holiday Movies –This is your hub for all things holiday movies! Sign up for your FREE bundle that includes a printable schedule of all 150+ new movies airing this year, a printable list of all our picks mentioned in this episode, tips for hosting a movie-watching party (and fun party games), festive recipes, and an exclusive holiday playlist. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: The Hallmark Checklist app The Letterboxd app (you can find my lists here) The Teleparty extension for movie night Lifetime website (scroll down to watch holiday movies here) DON'T FORGET: Join The Couch on Facebook! It's so much fun! Find Anna on Instagram at @annaerendell. And you can find me on Instagram at @marycarver on Instagram, in The Couch Facebook group, or at marycarver.com. Welcome to The Couch!

This week, I got to chat with David Kaye, star of FIVE Hallmark movies this year. lol, the latest being Eight Gifts of Hanukkah. We talk about all things Hanukkah, curling, a future as a sports announcer, working with Inbar Levi and Jake Epstein and so much more.

Lifetime Uncorked and Deck the Hallmark collide! Brandon (Bran) Gray & Daniel (Dan) Thompson join Lifetime Expert, Patrick Serrano, for the breakdown of Lifetime's A Christmas Village Romance (Starring: Jake Epstein, Jeni Ross, Olivier Renaud) They also discuss; TV ratings, shirtless hunks, and Jake Epstein. We break down your favorite TV movies one bottle at a time. Read Patrick's Recaps/Reviews: https://lifetimeuncorked.com/ Check out other Bramble Jam Podcasts: https://bramblejampodcast.com/ Donate to the Podcast: https://linktr.ee/patrickserrano Subscribe to our Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYuQwUKBmS2MouRnVhRLyig Business Inquiries | podcast@lifetimeuncorked.com Follow the Podcast @LifetimeUncorked & @hallmarkpodcast Follow the Host @PatrickMiguel Former co-host/producer, Drewbear, is still in recovery from his stroke and has given his blessing for this project to proceed without him for now. He is getting better every day and could still use your support. Please give if you can to help cover rehabilitation and medical care costs. Support Drewbear: https://www.gofundme.com/f/drews-current-situation --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lifetime-uncorked/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lifetime-uncorked/support

This week we are back to releasing 2 episodes a week (Thank god). For this podcast we are reviewing "Eight Gifts of Hanukkah" starring Inbar Levi and Jake Epstein, as well as "A Very Merry Bridesmaid" starring Emily Osment and Casey Diedrick. We both love these movies though both leading men give us women high expectations for our men. Like who wouldn't want personal gifts that are special for ourselves, or a man who will not only remember your birthday make a personal mission to celebrate it. Hallmark giving women expectations for men of our lives. Lol Join our newly minted Facebook group whose purpose is to highlight diversity and inclusion Hallmark Channel has taken. https://www.facebook.com/groups/421837762791433 Support the podcast and buy me a coffee. For $1 a month, you get early access to interviews and podcasts. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/hmarkheartbeats 

With Jake still under the weather, Jim is joined by Mizzou Outfielder and loyal student of Jake's Casidy Chaumont as a guest co-host! As current and former student of Jake Epstein, Jim and Casidy shoot the breeze on a variety of hitting and softball topics across the board! TO WATCH THE FULL VERSION OF THE SHOW, LOG ON TO THE LAB-EPSTEIN HITTING PODCAST YOUTUBE PAGE. Episode Notes: 2:00 – Tips for aspiring Softball players 5:00 – Feeling comfortable at that selected school 6:00 – Navigating through travel softball 14:00 – First meeting Jake 19:00 – How video has helped Casidy 21:00 – Biggest adjustments Jake made in Casidy's swing 26:00 – Blending other coaches' teachings 28:00 - Epsteinisms 40:00 – What prospective Softball players can expect in college 48:00 – Casidy's offensive approach Subscribe and like the show- Apple | Google | Spotify | TuneIn | Soundcloud | YouTube Subscribe to the show's YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com Email the Show: Jimbopodcast21@gmail.com Twitter/Instagram: @Jimtara, @epsteinhitting Why the Epstein Hitting System?: The Epstein Hitting system was created by 10-year Major League player, Mike Epstein. In addition to leading the 1972 World Series champion A's in home runs, Mike played for arguably the greatest hitter of all-time, Ted Williams…Using what he learned from his career and from Ted Williams, Mike built a system to identify and fix swing faults. Mike received the only letter of recommendation for hitting instruction Ted Williams ever gave out…After working closely with Mike to learn the craft of teaching hitting, Epstein Hitting is now led by Jake Epstein…Jake has perfected the use of video analysis to create a plan to maximize a player's swing. In addition to slow-motion video analysis, Jake has built a library of drills that he uses to address the unique needs of individual players. For more information, log on to www.epsteinhitting.com. www.thelabbcs.com... Training with a purpose.

Another Christmas Movie Preview! Lifetime Uncorked and Deck the Hallmark collide! Brandon (Bran) Gray & Daniel (Dan) Thompson join Lifetime Expert, Patrick Serrano, for the FINAL of three preview episodes discussing the 35 NEW It's A Wonderful Lifetime movies. Melissa Joan Hart isn't as popular as you'd think, Lifetime's North Pole isn't the same as Hallamark's North Pole, and Is Jake Epstein the king of Christmas? We break down your favorite TV movies one bottle at a time. Read Patrick's Recaps/Reviews: https://lifetimeuncorked.com/ Check out other Bramble Jam Podcasts: https://bramblejampodcast.com/ Donate to the Podcast: https://linktr.ee/patrickserrano Subscribe to our Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYuQwUKBmS2MouRnVhRLyig Business Inquiries | podcast@lifetimeuncorked.com Follow the Podcast @LifetimeUncorked & @hallmarkpodcast Follow the Host @PatrickMiguel Former co-host/producer, Drewbear, is still in recovery from his stroke and has given his blessing for this project to proceed without him for now. He is getting better every day and could still use your support. Please give if you can to help cover rehabilitation and medical care costs. Support Drewbear: https://www.gofundme.com/f/drews-current-situation --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lifetime-uncorked/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lifetime-uncorked/support

Steven is joined by Jake Epstein to give their predictions for the 2021-22 NBA season. They rank each conference from team 1 to team 15, give all star and All NBA predictions, as well as All Rookie, All Defense, and NBA Finals predictions. They also discuss award predictions such as MVP, Most Improved Player, Defensive Player, 6th Man of the Year, and Rookie of the Year. Tune in! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Jake Epstein joins Kristen Maldonado on the Pop Culture Planet season 2 finale to look back at 20 years of Degrassi: The Next Generation. He opens up about playing Craig Manning, his audition with Pat Mastroianni, how much he hated Craig's cheating storyline, Jay and Silent Bob, his musical theatre career, his upcoming role in The Umbrella Academy, and so much more. ► LISTEN TO POP CULTURE PLANET Shop: https://www.teespring.com/stores/kaymaldo Anchor: https://anchor.fm/kristen-maldonado Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AtF9ZNmui1cUeOQU0VZ2j Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pop-culture-planet/id1525827008 RadioPublic: https://radiopublic.com/pop-culture-planet-GEVrng Breaker: https://www.breaker.audio/pop-culture-planet-1 PocketCasts: https://pca.st/qr5fmsu2 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/popcultplanet Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/popcultplanet ► MEET OUR GUEST Jake Epstein Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/officialjakeepstein ► LET'S BE FRIENDS Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/kaymaldo1 Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/kaymaldo Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/kaymaldo TikTok: https://m.tiktok.com/h5/share/usr/224009218184642560.html Pop Culture Planet Podcast: https://anchor.fm/kristen-maldonado Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/critic/kristen-maldonado/movies Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/kaymaldo My Website: http://www.kristenmaldonado.com ► FOR BUSINESS INQUIRIES: kmalvado@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kristen-maldonado/support

Mena Suvari talks about the abusive environment she was raised in as a young model and actor in her bracing memoir The Great Peace. Pop star Billie Eilish on her relationship to fans, fame and social media. Degrassi alum Lauren Collins and Jake Epstein look back on the show's most powerful storylines and legacy in Canadian television.

For the first time in years we've got ourselves a Degrassi reunion! Cast and crew met up at ATXFestival to reflect on 20 years of The Next Generation's history. Degrassians present on the panel were: Linda Schuyler, Stephen Stohn, Stefan Brogren, Aaron Martin, Aislinn Paul, Shane Kippel, Jake Epstein, Munro Chambers, Andrea Lewis, Christina Schmidt, Lauren Collins and Daniel Clark. Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/karydegrassi

Singer-songwriter Liz Phair talks about her first album of new material in a decade, Soberish, which sees her reunite with producer Brad Wood, who worked with her on her breakthrough album, Exile in Guyville. Bestselling author Taylor Jenkins Reid discusses her latest novel, Malibu Rising, about a group of famous siblings who throw an epic party that goes up in literal flames. Canadian musician Alan Doyle introduces the title track off his new EP, Back to the Harbour — a collection of songs to celebrate his love of folk music. In light of the 20th anniversary of Degrassi: The Next Generation, stars Lauren Collins and Jake Epstein (a.k.a. Paige and Craig) look back on the show's impactful storylines, and tell us what it was like shooting Drake's Degrassi reunion music video, I'm Upset.

Steven is joined by Matzo Ball Hoop host Jake Epstein. Jake and Steven each ranked every coach in the NBA from 1-30. Where does your favorite team's coach land? Tune in to find out! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Steven is joined by the host of Matzo Ball Hoops, Jake Epstein. Steven and Jake make their all star picks before all-stars are revealed on Tuesday. Who do they have? Where do they differ? Tune in to find out! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In the pilot episode of Matzo Ball Hoop, host Jake Epstein parodies the infamous 2015 Bleacher Report article which predicted the top 20 NBA players in 2020. Listen to hear who will be the top 20 players in 2025, complete with some boiling hot takes.

Steven is joined by special guest, Jake Epstein, to talk about their predictions for the 2020-21 NBA season. They talk team seedings, finals, MVP, coach of the year 6th man, defensive player of the year, All NBA 1st Team, 2nd Team, 3rd Team, All Defensive 1st and 2nd Team, All Rookie First and Second Team and so much more. Listen to their analysis and rate and review on Apple Podcast and Spotify. Be on the lookout for The NBAgell Merch which should be released soon. Thanks for listening! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

As a special holiday bonus episode, Lisa and Jen discuss the classic Jake Epstein lifetime movie Mistletoe and Menorahs. Happy Chrismukkah to you all (or happy holiday season)!

Chag Sameach! This week, we review MISTLETOE & MENORAHS (2019), starring Kelley Jakle and Jake Epstein. A young woman obsessed with Christmas must learn all Hanukkah to land that big promotion, so she enlists the help of a Jewish gentleman who also must learn about Christmas to impress his girlfriend’s family. As they learn about each other’s mysterious and oh so random traditions, they also learn a little bit about themselves. Rachel also describes one of her more salacious childhood science projects, Stephanie expresses her intense affinity for Jewish men, and Zach keeps us from slipping into the multiverse. Don’t Judea mistletoe this one, yule love it a latke! This movie is available to view on the Lifetime Movie Club and Tubi. Support the show (https://patreon.com/lifewinepodcast)

Special guest, Philadelphia 76ers superfan, Jake Epstein is with us today to talk about whether the Sixers should hire Ty Lue or Mike D'Antoni as their next head coach and what each coach would bring to Philly. We also each talk about two trades we want to see the Sixers make in the offseason and discuss potential free agent targets they can sign with the tax-payer mid-level exception. We conclude the episode by talking about potential draft targets for the Sixers to use on draft day with the 21st, 34th, 36th, 49th, and 58th pick in the NBA draft. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Did you know that Julia Jones is a murderer? Well that ruined the entire true crime arc of this podcast… and it’s also a bald faced lie. This week on Ya Gotta Laugh! We brought our pal Julia Jones on to get her advice about the best way to not ruin your wife’s Lululemons in the wash, how to cut your hair in the middle of a pandemic at home (you know, for the second wave), where your missing socks actually go, and why her mom likes to make big salads. We also learn a lot about Julia’s cereal habits. They’re not exciting. And we wish they were but she just switches between Cheerios and Honey Nut Cheerios. SHE DOESN’T EVEN ATTEMPT THE MULTI-GRAIN CHEERIOS. At least she’s funny. She’s got that going for her. And finally, if you’ve ever wondered whether teen girls can be just as creepy as any other gender, Emily takes us on a trip down memory lane where she describes a rather stalker-ish situation on MSN involving one teen heart-throb from Degrassi: The Next Generation, Jake Epstein. Julia Jones is a writer, director, performer, comedian, producer and FRIEND! And ya know what? She’s great at ALL of those things! Emily met her at the Toronto Second City Training Centre (where we meet all our improv friends apparently) in the writing program. The pair quickly made it their mission to disrobe as frequently as possible on stage at the John Candy Box Theatre to reveal their incredibly tight body contour undergarments (SPANX) - and then they made a music video out of it. Because why not?Soon after, Big Chick Energy Sketch was formed and the rest is history! You can check out Julia’s work on the Big Chick Energy Sketch website or YouTube channel! Huge thanks to Julia for being on the show!Make sure you’re following us on Instagram at @yglpodcast and subscribe to the podcast wherever you get your shows! Leave us a 5-star rating and a written review on Apple Podcasts to help more people find the show, let’s beat that algorithm together babeee! https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/ya-gotta-laugh-an-improv-podcast/id1527362039 Thanks for listening!Links mentioned in this episode:Big Chick Energy https://bigchickenergysketch.comSPANX https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P2BbPtR2qWUBig Chick Energy YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoNSydpM5TPXJqrTkuaZScwConvo Loop Sketch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s-6j2H_yUjAOne More Round Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/one-more-round-with-tricia-black/id1522176263

Failure is a Part of the Testing Process, Keep TryingJoe Lemay is an entrepreneur who was enamored with the idea of developing an idea and finding a way to get it fully funded by potential consumers who believe he can follow through and provide that new product. Initially, he started out trying to develop and promote an app on this consumer-driven platform. However, he quickly learned that when it comes to Kickstarter and Indiegogo, they are better suited for physical products and gadgets. Even though his initial project was not successful long-term, he continued to try to create something. Eventually, he partnered with his friend Jake Epstein to create something called Rocketbook Wave. Rocketbook Wave is a reusable notebook that allows you to update your content into a cloud-based system within their app. Basically overnight, it had 99,000 pre-sales on crowdfunding. They created a clever way to make it reusable- the ink is erased when microwaved. Eventually with lots of mishaps along they way, the Wave became successful and led them to develop the Rocketbook Everlast. Today, they have multiple options of notebooks to choose from, so you can find which best suits your needs.Building Company Culture Around The Testing ProcessWhen it comes to a running a business, you need more than just a successful product to not only survive, but to thrive as well. A successful company requires investing time and resources into feedback, customer service, and a shared culture. One thing that Joe has always valued is testing, and he has used this as a cornerstone when building his company culture. They constantly test out all aspects of their company from products to emails. In today’s social systems, you can truly engage with customers in a way never done before. Joe utilizes customer insights and seeks them out to continuously improve their business and brand.One way that they are improving their brand is through a new product called Rocketbook Whiteboard Beacons. With this product, you can do everything you can with one of their notebooks, but with the formatting of white boards. In the days of hybrid businesses and schooling, this product is something that could cut costs and revolutionize virtual meetings. In this episode, we do more than just discuss products. We discuss overcoming failure in business, taking steps towards new ventures, cultivating a shared experience, and so much more! We think that Joe and Jake’s business has a lot to offer.Timeline02:27 How can you take the lessons that Joe shares and use them to overcome any friction you may be experiencing with a product?06:47 The concept of crowdfunding and how it influenced Joe.10:55 The transition from just a few pre-sales to thousands, and how it impacted Joe and Jeff.13:38 Dane’s discovery of Rocketbook.14:36 Dane learning how to make the product work for him.17:04 What does it take to go again as a business owner when it feels daunting and out of your depth for the moment you’re in?18:34 Learning to accept when something isn’t working.19:20 The benefits of taking a break.20:33 When it comes to a successful company, a good founding team and management team is very important. 21:49 Overcoming difficulties when initially creating Rocketbook Wave. 22:14 The influences of customer services in the initial stages of a business. 25:13 Not only is it the product but also the experience people have.25:31 What kind of leadership and culture is needed to leap from a viable product to a viable company?28:33 The purpose of customer service is keeping the customer happy and learning from them. 29:32 "Turn customer connections into customer insights.”31:13 As a leader, when you don’t always get great news, what do you do?32:42 What do we do with negative feedback?33:39 When it comes to a product, not everyone will ever understand. You need to find your segment of customers that do get it in order to be successful.36:05 The principle that Joe accents in his company. 39:56 Rocketbook Whiteboard Beacons and their uses.  

This week, we reached out to our Canadian friendly neighbourhood Spiderman - Jake Epstein! Jake talks to us about his diverse career in Canadian and American theatre, as well as his solo show, Boy Falls from the Sky, scheduled to hit the off-Mirvish stage next year. Tara and Stefania deep dive into his experiences, both on stage and on screen, including the nuances of the audition process, developing unique character choreography, and the magic behind translating iconic roles to the stage. We can't wait to share this interview with you - hop in! . . . "Apparently I'm Too Tall" - Famous in NY Video (Youtube)  "Don't Do Sadness/Blue Wind" - Spring Awakening (Original Broadway Cast Recording/2006) "Take Good Care of My Baby" - Beautiful - The Carole King Musical (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "Opening Number - Boy Falls From The Sky" - Living Rooms" Episode 22: Jake Epstein  - TOLive (Youtube) "Go Now" - Sing Street (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "I'm Still Here" (FOLLIES) from TAKE ME TO THE WORLD: A SONDHEIM 90TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION" Brodwaycom (Youtube)  "YOU'VE GOT A FRIEND performed by the worldwide cast of BEAUTIFUL (in quarantine) for The Actors Fund" HMS Media (Youtube)  All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only.  

Happy Holidays, Broomheads! If you need to get away for a half hour, your pals, Rach and Pat, are here for you! As a special holiday gift, they sat through a really bad Lifetime movie starring Jake Epstein and they're here to tell you all about it. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts, to all the Dope Monkeys out there for an amazing year of #DEEEMP, and we can't wait to keep it going in 2020!

Get the inside scoop on Ken Ludwig's Dear Jack, Dear Louise from actors Amelia Pedlow and Jake Epstein who play the title characters.  Learn more about this world-premiere love story, the characters and the actors' own experiences. 

Welcome to Episode 16 of All I Want For Christmas Is This Podcast from TV Guide. Today, TV Guide Senior Editor Sadie Gennis joins us to discuss Lifetime's Mistletoe & Menorahs, starring Kelley Jakle and Jake Epstein. Is this the greatest interfaith coupling we've seen on television this year? Is Jonathan #BoyfriendGoals? Would children actually play with any of the toys in this movie? Can you survive on a diet of latkes and nothing else? Listen to find out. If you like what you hear, please subscribe and review us on your favorite podcasting app. You can also see which movies we are watching next by following the podcast on Instagram and Twitter - @AllIWantPod. This is our final episode of the 2019 holiday season. Thank you for your support, and until next time... Happy Holidays! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the last #DEEEMP before the Holidays and, boy, was this Degrassi episode divisive. Liberty takes center stage and delights one of our hosts while angering the other. Which is which? You can probably guess. Also, as an Xmas gift, Pat and Rachel sat through a Jake Epstein-featuring Hallmark movie and it was... bad. All in all, a pretty fun way to spend the holiday weekend. We'll be taking a break for Christmas, but we'll be back in the New Year for more of this. So, Happy Holidays and see you in 2019!

What makes a songwriter's music compelling for a musical? Beautiful: The Carole King Musical stars Jake Epstein and Chilina Kennedy visit. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Qué es Everlast Notebook. Te cuento más cosas de la campaña. ¿Cuanto cuesta un cuaderno Everlast Notebook? El bolígrafo, las páginas, y el borrado. La información a Evernote y otras nubes. Prototipo de libreta que se ha lanzado en plataformas de crowfunding, que pretende que conviva el papel y la nube. Interesante propuesta, que igual surge para románticos, pero siendo ya propuesta ya de por si anacrónica. Lo que es cierto que los padres de la criatura, ya se han embolsado más de un 7000% de lo que solicitaban para la financiación. ¿éxito o fracaso?. Veremos a ver que resulta. Enlaces comentados en el audio: Creadores del invento: Joseph Lemay y Jake Epstein, de Estados Unidos (Boston). Enlaces mencionados: Texto del podcast: https://www.jesusbedmar.es/13-conserva-placer-escribir-mano-llevarlo-tus-notas-evernote-pueden-convivir-papel-los-bits/ https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/642311833/everlast?lang=es https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/the-everlast-notebook-cloud#/ Visita mi Canal de Youtube sin suscribirte, solo para curiosear: https://www.youtube.com/user/jesuso222

Qué es Everlast Notebook. Te cuento más cosas de la campaña. ¿Cuanto cuesta un cuaderno Everlast Notebook? El bolígrafo, las páginas, y el borrado. La información a Evernote y otras nubes. Prototipo de libreta que se ha lanzado en plataformas de crowfunding, que pretende que conviva el papel y la nube. Interesante propuesta, que igual surge para románticos, pero siendo ya propuesta ya de por si anacrónica. Lo que es cierto que los padres de la criatura, ya se han embolsado más de un 7000% de lo que solicitaban para la financiación. ¿éxito o fracaso?. Veremos a ver que resulta. Enlaces comentados en el audio: Creadores del invento: Joseph Lemay y Jake Epstein, de Estados Unidos (Boston). Enlaces mencionados: Texto del podcast: https://www.jesusbedmar.es/13-conserva-placer-escribir-mano-llevarlo-tus-notas-evernote-pueden-convivir-papel-los-bits/ https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/642311833/everlast?lang=es https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/the-everlast-notebook-cloud#/ Visita mi Canal de Youtube sin suscribirte, solo para curiosear: https://www.youtube.com/user/jesuso222

The Spooky Private Jet. On today's Spooked! Chris is Trevor who hate Russians, Damien is a Captain, Jake Epstein(Degrassi, Charlie Bartlett) converted to Judaism, Cody is Bane or something, Colin is confused. We go back in time a bunch today so get out your markers and cardboard. We're expecting a static display and for you to get Spooked!

From the new play, STRAIGHT, actors Jake Epstein, Jenna Gavigan, and Thomas Sullivan, stop by for a fun and thoughtful chat about their hit play, their lives, and even some thoughts on relationships. All About STRAIGHT: http://www.straighttheplay.com/ Follow @kpcurtaincall @comedydaddy on Twitter

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