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In this episode of Behind the Story, Gerard Barnes takes us through the journey of his brand's evolution, starting from humble beginnings in his garage with candles to a transformative rebranding of his product line to "I Am Motherless." The idea was born out of a deep personal experience with grief, which sparked clarity and a realization about his identity. Gerard shares his entrepreneurial struggles, his moment of clarity that led to sobriety, and the challenges of building a brand while battling personal demons. From making noise on TikTok to dealing with setbacks, Gerard’s story highlights the importance of authenticity and resilience. Tune in to hear how he turned adversity into opportunity and what’s next for his growing brand.
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Welcome to Behind The Story Show, a long-form interview podcast hosted by Jelani Gonzalez that goes beyond the headlines to uncover the real journeys behind extraordinary people and powerful…
Each week, Jelani sits down with entrepreneurs, athletes, artists, creators, leaders, and change-makers to explore the defining moments, hard-earned lessons, personal challenges, and bold decisions that shaped their path. From business and creativity to leadership, culture, innovation, and reinvention, Behind The Story brings you candid conversations that reveal not just what people achieved, but what it took to get there.
If you are building something, chasing a vision, navigating change, or looking for stories that educate, inspire, and challenge the way you think, this show is for you.
Join us as we go behind the success, behind the struggle, and Behind The Story.