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How Steven Spielberg Hacked Hollywood Like a Startup: ‘You Either Feed Off the Fire Or It Feeds Off You’

Paul Fischer’s book, "The Last Kings of Hollywood" unpacks what aspiring entrepreneurs can learn from how Francis Ford Coppola, Steven Spielberg,...

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He Started Sketching Hats When He Was 9 Years Old — Now Fans Literally Buy His Shirts Off the Backs of the People Selling Them

Jason Franklin, co-founder of Sportiqe, details how he stitched together a premium lifestyle apparel brand by embedding in fan culture and seizing on...

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She Sold Her Car and Started a Business With Just $5,000. Now Her Agency Is Celebrating 30 Years of Turning Stories Into Movements.

Heidi Krupp, founder and CEO of Krupp Agency, shares lessons she's learned over 30 years of creating storytelling-driven PR.

09.06.2026 4

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He Bet His Business on Young Athletes and Gen Z Fans. Now Zack Weiner’s Overtime Has 120 Million Followers and Is Rewriting the Sports Media Playbook.

Zack Weiner, co-founder of Overtime, shares how he spotted a gap in fan content and built a vertically integrated sports brand.

08.06.2026 6

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The Director of ‘The Lost Boys’ Musical Reveals the One Rule That Transformed His Career and Business: ‘The Audience Is King’

Michael Arden shares the unconventional business decisions, creative obsessions, and hard-won lessons behind his string of Broadway hits.

04.06.2026 3

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They Started Their Business in College. Now It’s Valued at Nine Figures. Here’s How Breakaway Broke the Mold for Live Events.

Adam Lynn, co-founder of Breakaway, explains how he and his company found the white space in live entertainment.

02.06.2026 4

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From Dorm Room to Double Shark Deal: How Two College Founders Built a $50 Million Company In-Between Classes

The co-founders of BRCE share how they built a booming business — and what it takes to snag a deal on "Shark Tank."

01.06.2026 10

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How This 6-Time Founder Turned HSAs Into a Preventive Health Startup Powerhouse — and the 4-Step Framework He Uses to Solve Any Problem

Justin Mares, CEO and co-founder of Truemed, explains the marketplace that lets consumers use HSAs to pay for preventive health products ranging from...

28.05.2026 10

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Nate Bargatze on Bombing, Betting on Yourself, and His First Flick ‘The Breadwinner’

Comedian, writer, and newly minted movie star Nate Bargatze joins How Success Happens to talk about turning clean jokes into a powerhouse career and...

28.05.2026 9

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Rob Mac Shares the One-Word Reason He Teamed Up With Enterprise for a Truly Wild World Cup Sweepstakes

The 'It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia' creator and co-chairman of Wrexham AFC talks about big risks and bigger rewards.

27.05.2026 5

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The First Hall of Fame for Founders Is Coming — Take a Look Inside the Hall of Giants

John Tillman, founder and CEO of Hall of Giants, details his mission to celebrate entrepreneurs by putting a spotlight on their role in building a...

27.05.2026 7

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Why This Veteran Founder Put Out a Music Video, Not a Discount Code, This Memorial Day

Mat Best opens up about the loss, discipline, and sense of mission behind Black Rifle Coffee’s new “Folded Flag” video—and what entrepreneurs...

22.05.2026 10

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He Lived Out of His Car and Started a Business With Just $700. Now He’s a Billionaire. Here’s His Best Advice About the Power of Grit.

The founder and philanthropist behind brands like Patrón, Paul Mitchell Systems and Bandero Tequila shares his blueprint for success.

20.05.2026 7

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This Company Is Reinventing Your Most Dreaded Meeting

Robert Wolfe, CEO of Zeck, details the launch and growth of a platform designed to make board meetings actually productive.

14.05.2026 10

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Dirty Dill Pickle Vodka Is Scaling Fast — and Inviting Its Community Along for the Ride

Dirty Dill CEO Dan Graves explains how its new crowdfunding campaign will fuel its next phase of growth.

13.05.2026 10

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NFL Superstar George Kittle and His Wife Claire Kittle Reveal Their Playbook for Long-Term Success (And the Power of Having a Secret Reset Button)

George and Claire Kittle sit down to talk about what it takes to keep pushing the ball forward when obstacles big and small get in your way.

13.05.2026 10

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Legendary Investor in Uber and Zillow Says This Learning Habit Sets ‘Very Successful’ People Apart

Bill Gurley explains "external learning."

12.05.2026 10

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‘Follow Your Passion’ Is Bad Advice, Says This Best-Selling Author. Here’s What You Should Do Instead.

The wildly successful author talks about breaking into new territory with his latest novel, "Young World," and his best advice for dragging a personal...

06.05.2026 8

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Olympic Gold Meets Startup Grit — Leadership Lessons From Volleyball Legend Kerri Walsh Jennings and Eventbrite CEO Julia Hartz

Three-Time Olympic gold medalist Kerri Walsh Jennings and Eventbrite CEO Julia Hartz on originality, resilience and leading through uncertainty.

05.05.2026 10

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Changing This One Marketing Question Helped Her Build a Business That’s Thrived for Over Three Decades

Julia Huang is the founder and CEO Intertrend Communications, which prides itself on being “the Most Award-Winning Result Driven Asian American...

01.05.2026 20

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Skipping Lattes Won’t Make You Rich, Says Mrs. Dow Jones. Here’s What Will.

Haley Sacks, a.k.a. Mrs. Dow Jones, shares her empowering roadmap for financial happiness in her new book “Future Rich Person.”

30.04.2026 10

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This Startup Took On Big Ticketing and Now Processes $1 Billion Annually: ‘You Just Have to Know Where the Gaps in Service Are’

Robert Davari, CEO and co-founder of Tixr, shares how startups can go up against major players in any industry.

28.04.2026 9

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‘Queer Eye’ Designer Bobby Berk Once Got Fired From Bed, Bath & Beyond — Here’s What It Taught Him About Running a Successful Business

The Emmy-winning star designer shares the real-world lessons that helped him achieve his biggest goals in business and life.

28.04.2026 10

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From Daymond John to Billion‑Dollar Startups — How This Media Strategist Turns Founders Into Headlines

Zach Rosenfield, president and CEO of RMG, shares his playbook for getting maximum results from your PR efforts.

22.04.2026 10

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He Set Out to Give His Dog a Better Life —And Built a Product That Sold Out in 4 Minutes and Made $1M in Its First Year

Bryan Reisberg, founder of Little Chonk, explains how he turned giving rescue dogs rides in a backpack into an internet sensation.

16.04.2026 10

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This College Student Launched His Business When He Was 16. Now It’s Making Mid-Five Figures Every Month and Growing: ‘You Can Not Quit’

Youth 4 Youth FC founder Brando Babini breaks down his mission to provide real-world mentorship to aspiring collegiate and professional soccer...

13.04.2026 10

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From Getting Paid in Chipotle Gift Cards to Making $100 Million Movies: The Wild Ride of the Comedy Writing Team Behind ‘The Naked Gun’

Writers Dan Gregor and Doug Mand share their secrets to staying calm and confident while pitching the craziest ideas you could ever imagine.

09.04.2026 10

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‘You’re So Far from Rock Bottom’: Eva Longoria’s Playbook for Stuck Entrepreneurs

Eva Longoria on finding the support you need and how you can turn rejection into your greatest business asset.

08.04.2026 10

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This AI Agent ‘Lives in Your Texts’ and Just Wants You to Have Fun

The Nudge cofounder and CEO, John Peterson, breaks down how his company is connecting with Gen Z and shares his best advice on how to use AI for good.

08.04.2026 20

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The Customer Survey Question That Led This Company to Scrap a Product Worth Hundreds of Millions

How Prezi CEO Jim Szafranski leaned into AI to turn users' blank-screen panic into a big opportunity for them, and for his company.

06.04.2026 10

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The Secret to Actually Finishing That Passion Project? Treat It Like You Work in a Coal Mine, Says This Best-Selling Author.

Award-winning author and bookstore owner Emma Straub on making creative dreams a reality, and her new book, "American Fantasy."

31.03.2026 20

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Brat Pack Icon Andrew McCarthy: “I Realized How Much Fear Had Dominated My Life”

Andrew McCarthy discusses the power of relationships, finding your “white light” moment and his new book “Who Needs Friends.”

25.03.2026 10

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She Started With $25 Donations on Kickstarter — Now Her Chinese Noodles and Sauces Are Sold in Over 12,000 Stores

Fly By Jing's founder, Jing Gao, reveals the secret ingredient for turning cultural pride into a thriving business.

19.03.2026 20

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She ‘Accidentally’ Learned How to Run a Business at 19. Now She’s the CEO of a Company Set to Hit $600 Million This Year.

Discover how saying yes to new opportunities led Kat Cole from restaurant hostess to becoming the CEO of AG1.

12.03.2026 20

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How to Know If Your Idea Is Good: Advice From Shaq, Tom Brady, Ken Burns, Susan Orlean and Other Icons

A round-table of widsom and strategies from business titans, sports legends and TV favorites.

10.03.2026 20

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He Tried a ‘Weird’ Idea in His Junior College Chemistry Lab. Now It’s a Billion-Dollar Beer Company.

From college experiments to a creating a whole new beer category, Ken Grossman shares his wild ride launching Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.

09.03.2026 20

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They Started a Newsletter in College and 5 Years Later Sold It for $75 Million. Here’s How Alex Lieberman Builds Big Things.

Alex Lieberman, co-founder of Morning Brew, Tenex and storyarb, on bringing your vision to life.

05.03.2026 20

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He Ruined His Career for $46,000 — Then Became an FBI Informant for the Biggest Insider Trading Sting in History

Tom Hardin details his days wearing a wire for the feds.

02.03.2026 20

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From Andean Villages to Antarctica — What Living a Life Built on Adventure Can Teach You About Leadership

Jaclyn Leibl-Cote, President and CEO of Collette, shares insights from leading a 100 year-old, family-owned travel company.

02.03.2026 20

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He’s the Only Black Lead Producer on Broadway — and His Shows Have Grossed Over $100 Million. Here’s His Secret to Success.

With shows starring Denzel Washington and Taraji P. Henson, Brian Anthony Moreland shares how he makes big things happen on the stage.

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6 in 10 People Regret Their Careers — and This Legendary Investor Spent a Decade Finding the Fix

Venture capital icon Bill Gurley on finding your dream job and avoiding a career you’ll regret.

19.02.2026 10

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'We Don't Control the Weather': How This Airport CEO Keeps Calm in Chaos

Christina Cassotis, CEO of Pittsburgh International Airport, says the first step in dealing with pandemonium is embracing it.

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He Has One of the Most Dangerous Hobbies on the Planet. Here's What It Can Teach You About Business.

Underwater cave diver Jeremiah Gardner shares his unique insights on transforming uncertainty into opportunity.

18.12.2025 20

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How 800 Pound Gorilla Solved a Serious Problem in Comedy

The leaders of comedy media company 800 Pound Gorilla break down what it takes to thrive in the business of being funny.

17.12.2025 20

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2025 Ultimate "Elevator Pitch" Holiday Gift Guide for Entrepreneurs

Find the perfect gift and support the entrepreneurs you've seen on our show.

16.12.2025 20

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Author Susan Orlean Says to Trust Your Instincts (and Your Weirdest Ideas)

Award-winning non-fiction writer, "The New Yorker" staffer, and dog owner Susan Orlean talks about her creation process, her new memoir "Joy Ride,"...

10.12.2025 10

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The Secret Sauce That Keeps Great American Brand Jack Daniel's Thriving After 158 Years

Chris Fletcher, Vice President and Master Distiller at Jack Daniel's, gives us a peek inside oak barrel paradise.

05.12.2025 20

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How 5,127 Failures Resulted in Sir James Dyson Becoming a Billionaire Inventor

The man behind the iconic vacuum and appliance brand got his start for one simple reason: he was annoyed.

27.11.2025 20

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The Shocking Way This Electrical Engineer Built an 8.5 Million Subscriber Base on YouTube

Mehdi Sadaghdar, the mad scientist behind ElectroBOOM, shares his tips for sparking creativity and a loyal following.

13.11.2025 20

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He Went From Pro Athlete to Power Broker. Here's Donnie McGrath's Playbook for Winning in Business.

Donnie McGrath talks about his transition from player to co-founder of LIFT Sports Management.

10.11.2025 20

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