Brooklyn Founders

Brooklyn Founders

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Brooklyn Founders episodes

  • 6. Co-Founder of Crossing Party Lines, Kareem Abdelsadek

    The 2020 Presidential Election is one week away and with that in mind, today we're speaking to Kareem Abdelsadek on the founding of Crossing Party Lines, a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing people with opposing beliefs togethers to connect and share their values in a safe space. Our country needs this now more than ever to heal the division that has seeped through the last 4 years of the Trump presidency. 

    Kareem's story and drive is so inspiring and I hope our conversation inspires you to get out of your comfort zones, your echo chambers and connect with different people in a human way. 

    Check out Crossing Party Lines at crossingpartylines.com to sign up for a conversation or volunteer! 

    53 min
  • 5. Founder of Sputnik Yoga, Dasha Alekseyeva

    On today's episode we chat with Dasha Alekseyeva, the founder of Sputnik Yoga, a pop up yoga studio that brings together a community of yogis in Brooklyn and Manhattan. Sputnik Yoga aims to make yoga affordably accessible everywhere and to anyone. We chat about everything from bridging the diversity gap in the self-care industry to the importance of mental health and managing expectations in this pandemic. Dasha’s honest, go-getter approach to entrepreneurship sure did light a fire under my ass and I hope she inspires you in the same way!

    Check her out at sputnikyoga.com and book a class for just $10 and on Instagram @sputnikyoga

    33 min
  • 4. Paperboy Love Prince, Rapper, Activist, Congressional Candidate

    On today’s episode, we talk to Paperboy Love Prince AKA Paperboy Prince of the Suburbs (they/them) a non/binary rapper, activist, artist, and community organizer who is rallying the community to advocate for change and inspiring many others along the way. We chat about what it takes to run for Congress, how they're using music to spread awareness on important topics, and discussing issues impacting all Americans. Paperboy is one of the most inspiring people in New York and does everything with love and humor. Have a listen and learn how to lead with love! 

    Check out Paperboy on Instagram @paperboytheprince and www.paperboyprince.com

    1 hr
  • 3. Founder of rembucha, a Functional Kombucha Beverage, Rebecca Flam
    On today's episode, we get to know founder Rebecca Flam and her CBD kombucha company, rembucha, how the business is involved with the local community and how she's building her business through the pandemic challenges of 2020.
    rembucha is a tasty functional beverage combining probiotics and full-spectrum hemp extract, which are believed to provide a euphoric feeling and long-term healing that attracts the conscious consumer.
    Being conscious of how everything is connected is the first step to a better life. rembucha is founded on a philosophy of healing and consciousness of mind-body connection. Whole plants, fruits, and probiotics have the capacity to change our digestive systems and overall well-being. By combining functional probiotics and full-spectrum CBD, rembucha is dedicated to supporting each individual’s personal pursuit to nurture their mind and body.
    rembucha brings together conscious consumerism and community in one bottle, by providing functional beverages and education on the benefits of whole, natural foods and additives. Whether it’s part of your daily wellness ritual, or just a quick pick me up, rembucha encourages you to #GrabAChillOne.
    Check her out @rembucha on Instagram and on rembucha.com! Don't forget to use FOUNDERS10 at checkout for 10% off your order as a Brooklyn Founders listener!
    45 min
  • 2. Founder of Fiesta The Label, Cristina Michelle & Making the Most of Life FUNemployed
    Today's guest is my friend and fellow Latina Cristina Michelle. She started her small business Fiesta, The Label on Etsy and Instagram. We'll be talking about tips on how to start and run a small business, micro-influencing and content creation, community involvement, and life after losing your job in 2020. Enjoy! 
    Check Cristina out on Instagram @cristinamichelle_
    On YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/CristinaMichelle/
    http://www.bycristinamichelle.com/
    28 min
  • 1. Founders of Echoed Voices, Christina Emilie and Cristhian Chaparro

    Hello! Thanks for tuning in to Brooklyn Founders.  This podcast explores the amazing initiatives, people, communities and companies in Brooklyn, New York that are making a difference, spreading love, and connecting people in a turbulent world. Today we're talking to the Founders of Echoed Voices, a community based sustainability initiative in Greenpoint, BK centered around trash pick ups, beautification of the local streets and parks, and creating community of like-minded people to meet and connect. Give it a listen to find ways you can do the same in your own community or if you're in Brooklyn how you can get involved with Echoed Voices!

    Get in touch with Echoed Voices on IG @echoed_voices

    57 min
  • Episode 1 - My Story
    Hello! Thanks for tuning in to Emotional State of Mind. This podcast explores the highs and lows of young professionals trying to navigate their lives and careers in the fashion industry. I’m Sophia, your host and creator, and this is my story. Hope you get something out of it!
    36 min

About Brooklyn Founders

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The stories most often told showcase inspiring people and how they've "made it" in their corporate careers or their big VC funded startups. But what about at the local level where impact is being made every day in the community and in peoples’ everyday lives. Brooklyn Founders is a podcast dedicated to giving the Brooklyn community an amplified voice and inspiring others to begin creating change at the local level whether in their personal lives, their businesses or their communities.