Courtney Toll: Co-Founder & CEO of Nori

On today’s episode, Kara welcomes Courtney Toll, Co-Founder and CEO of Nori — the fast-growing brand reinventing how we care for our clothes and one of the most exciting consumer innovation stories unfolding right now. What started as a clever workaround between two college roommates ironing their clothes with a hair straightener has grown into a next-generation steam iron brand used by millions, proving that even the most overlooked categories are ripe for reinvention. Courtney has helped lead Nori to eight-figure revenue in under three years, raised nearly $8M, and built a design-forward hardware company in a space many founders shy away from.
In this episode, Courtney shares what it really takes to build a modern hardware brand from scratch — from early prototyping hurdles to navigating the intense realities of supply chain, cash flow, and rapid consumer adoption. She opens up about the near-catastrophic 145% tariff announcement that threatened to derail Nori’s nationwide Target launch and wipe out more than $5M in forecasted revenue, and how she and her team stayed scrappy, decisive, and resilient through a moment that could have broken most companies. Packed with insights on leadership, innovation, problem-solving under pressure, and scaling in unpredictable markets, Courtney’s story is a masterclass in grit, adaptability, and creating momentum where others see obstacles.

Melinda Maria Spigel: Founder & Chief Creative Officer of Melinda Maria

On today’s episode, Kara welcomes Melinda Maria Spigel, Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Melinda Maria Jewelry — the celeb-adored brand redefining accessible luxury for the modern woman.
Melinda’s journey is anything but ordinary. She started out selling jewelry at Starbucks and even entered game shows to fund her first production runs. What began as pure hustle has evolved into a $30M+ brand worn by icons including Michelle Obama, Julia Roberts, and Taylor Swift. Through creativity, resilience, and a deep connection with her audience, Melinda turned her handmade beginnings into one of the most recognizable digitally native jewelry brands in the world.
In this episode, she shares how she built her business from scratch, what it really takes to stay relevant in a fast-changing digital landscape, and how storytelling and authenticity built a loyal following that still fuels the brand today. From her first sale to her first celebrity moment, Melinda’s story is a masterclass in grit, creativity, and finding your sparkle — on your own terms.

Interview Replay: Kara on Win Monday with Paul Epstein

The power of momentum on the path to purpose

OPENING QUOTE:
“So often people sort of get stuck, I guess it’s the goal. Go find your purpose, go find your mission. But sometimes in order to find that purpose and mission, you just have to start with not staying complacent.”

Kara Goldin is the founder of Hint, best known for its award-winning and industry-leading Hint Water. She’s also the bestselling author of Undaunted: Overcoming Doubts and Doubters. She’s been named to InStyle’s Badass 50, Fast Company’s Most Creative People in Business, Fortune’s Most Powerful Women Entrepreneurs, Ernst Young Entrepreneur of the Year in Northern California, and one of the Huffington Post’s six disruptors in business alongside the likes of Steve Jobs and Mark Zuckerberg.

Interview Replay: Kara on Everybody Pulls The Tarp with Andrew Moses

This week, Andrew Moses talks with Kara Goldin. Kara is the founder of Hint, the leading unsweetened flavored water brand loved by millions. In 2004, Kara was addicted to diet soda—sometimes drinking 10 cans a day. One day, she decided to quit diet soda and started drinking water. She began slicing fruit to add to her water and turned that idea into one of the most successful beverage companies in history. Kara has been named to Fortune’s Most Powerful Women Entrepreneurs list, and her book ‘Undaunted’ is a Wall Street Journal bestseller. This conversation focuses on the power of persistence, staying authentic, and how to create your own opportunities.

Andrea Faulkner Williams: Co-Founder & Head Mama of Tubby Todd

On today’s episode, Kara welcomes Andrea Faulkner Williams, Co-Founder and “Head Mama” of Tubby Todd Bath Co. — the clean, joyful, and fast-growing skincare brand that’s reshaping the baby-care industry.

Andrea’s journey began with a simple but pressing challenge: finding gentle, effective products for sensitive skin when nothing on the shelf truly worked. That personal need sparked a mission that would evolve into Tubby Todd — now the #1 baby skincare brand on Amazon, fueling the majority of growth in a $50B category and outpacing legacy players through community, clarity, and clean ingredients. With a digital audience of more than 600K and a fiercely loyal customer base, Tubby Todd has become a modern case study in consumer trust, storytelling, and bootstrapped innovation.
In this episode, Andrea shares how she went from testing early formulas at home to building a nationally recognized brand, what it takes to scale without celebrity investors or massive ad budgets, and why authenticity still beats everything when it comes to connecting with consumers. From early obstacles to breakout moments, her story is packed with lessons about category disruption, brand voice, product excellence, and building a mission-driven business in a crowded space.

Josh Bersin: Co-Founder & CEO of The Josh Bersin Company

On today’s episode, Kara welcomes Josh Bersin, CEO and Co-Founder of The Josh Bersin Company — and one of the world’s most influential voices shaping the future of work, leadership, and HR.
For more than two decades, Josh has advised hundreds of global organizations on how to build stronger, more human-centered workplaces. Known for coining concepts like “learning in the flow of work,” he’s helped redefine how leaders think about talent, culture, and organizational growth.
Now, Josh is leading the next transformation with Galileo, an AI co-pilot for HR that’s helping professionals work smarter, faster, and with more confidence. In this episode, he shares what inspired his pivot from advisory to technology, how AI is reshaping HR and leadership, and what the future of work really looks like.
It’s a fascinating conversation about innovation, adaptation, and the human side of technology — one that every leader, founder, and builder will take something from.

Blake Niemann: Founder & CEO of Levels

On today’s episode, Kara welcomes Blake Niemann, Founder and CEO of Levels — the leading natural whey protein brand redefining what clean nutrition looks like in the U.S.
Blake started Levels from his apartment in 2016 and bootstrapped it into a nationally recognized brand now sold across major retailers. His mission from day one has been simple: create high-quality protein made with clean, honest ingredients — no fillers, no artificial sweeteners, no gimmicks. Built on integrity, transparency, and long-term thinking, Levels has become a trusted name for consumers who care about what they put in their bodies.
In this episode, we talk about how Blake turned a simple idea into a nationwide brand, what it takes to scale a self-funded company in a crowded industry, and the lessons he’s learned about staying true to his values while building for the long game. It’s an inspiring conversation for founders, operators, and anyone passionate about creating meaningful products that last.

Lindsay Holden: Co-Founder of Odele

On today’s episode, Kara welcomes Lindsay Holden, Co-Founder of Odele Beauty — the clean, inclusive, and high-performing haircare brand redefining prestige beauty for all.
After more than a decade in retail — including eight years as a merchant at Target — Lindsay and her two co-founders set out to build something different: a gender-neutral, salon-grade haircare brand that was affordable, transparent, and designed for real people. They launched Odele in 2020, reaching profitability within six months, and have since grown into more than 12,000 retail doors nationwide, including Target, Ulta, and CVS.
In this episode, Lindsay shares how she turned her corporate experience into founder grit, the challenges of breaking into a crowded beauty aisle, and why progress over perfection has become her personal and professional mantra. We also dive into the brand’s Odele For Good platform and how purpose, inclusion, and community are at the heart of everything they do. This episode is packed with lessons on leadership, building with intention, and creating products that make people feel seen. Don’t miss it!

Danuta Mieloch: Founder of Danucera & Rescue Spa

On today’s episode, Kara welcomes Danuta Mieloch, Founder of Rescue Spa and Danucera — two pioneering names redefining modern skincare through simplicity, science, and results.
A renowned esthetician and skincare expert, Danuta built Rescue Spa into a luxury destination known for its transformative treatments and personalized care, introducing European skincare philosophies to the U.S. long before they became mainstream. Her commitment to holistic, results-driven beauty made her a trusted name among clients, celebrities, and beauty insiders alike.
Building on decades of hands-on experience, Danuta launched Danucera, a clean, high-performance skincare line rooted in her “less is more” philosophy. Instead of overwhelming routines and endless products, Danuta distilled her knowledge into a handful of essentials that deliver visible, lasting results. Her mission: to make radiant, healthy skin achievable for everyone — at any age.
We talk about the early days of Rescue Spa, the inspiration behind Danucera, and how Danuta is changing the beauty conversation from excess to effectiveness. She also shares what she’s learned from decades of touching skin, listening to clients, and creating products that truly make a difference. This episode is filled with timeless insight for founders, beauty enthusiasts, and anyone who believes that confidence starts with care. Don’t miss it!

Sarah Moret: Founder & CEO of Curie

On today’s episode, Kara welcomes Sarah Moret, Founder and CEO of Curie — the clean personal care brand on a mission to prove that “clean” can be powerful.
Sarah’s journey began with a personal frustration: she couldn’t find a natural deodorant that actually worked. A marathon runner and wellness enthusiast, she set out to change that — investing $12,000 of her savings and spending more than a year perfecting a formula that delivered on both performance and purity. The result? Curie, a high-performance, aluminum-free deodorant that quickly grew from a small side hustle into an 8-figure business sold in over 4,500 stores nationwide, including Walmart and Anthropologie, and featured in locker rooms at Equinox and SoulCycle.
Before founding Curie, Sarah worked in venture capital, where she invested in early-stage wellness startups — experience that gave her the insight and drive to build her own brand from the ground up. We talk about her journey from investor to entrepreneur, the lessons she’s learned about formulating clean products that truly work, and how she’s scaling Curie while staying true to her mission and values. From her Shark Tank deal with Barbara Corcoran and Mark Cuban to building a brand that’s redefining the meaning of clean, this episode is full of lessons and inspiration for founders and consumers alike. Don’t miss it!