Double Take Podcast

By Lauren Stenger

A Collection of Conversations with Changemakers: Hosting conversations with leaders, entrepreneurs, and experts in various fields (Health & Wellness, Investing, Social Impact, Psychology, and more... more

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The podcast currently has 29 episodes available.

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July 03, 2025 Wellness That Sticks: Cedar Carter on Leading The Good Patch
In this interview, Cedar, the CEO of The Good Patch, discusses the company's journey, the benefits and workings of wellness patches, and her personal career path from the fashion industry to the wellness industry. The Good Patch offers wearable wellness patches that deliver sustained benefits through the skin using premium, tested ingredients. Cedar shares her typical day managing the company, handling investor and partner relations, and balancing a busy life with personal wellness routines. She emphasizes the importance of finding partners with shared values and the evolving challenges of consumer goods marketing. Cedar reflects on how she finds fulfillment in her current role and the impact of the products on customers' lives. She offers advice on career choices, emphasizing passion and long-term fulfillment over initial financial gains.
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27min
March 05, 2025 Profit with Purpose: Mary Jo Cook on Using Business as a Force for Good
Key Topics Covered in This Episode:
Developing of GreenWorks, Clorox’s first eco-friendly product line
How sustainability became a business strategy rather than just a corporate responsibility.
Fair Trade USA & Ethical Supply Chains:
The win-win-win model—helping farmers, businesses, and consumers make ethical choices.
Real stories of partnerships with Whole Foods, West Elm, and others to support fair wages and sustainable sourcing.
Leading Pacific Community Ventures (PCV) as CEO:
The business model of impact investing—lending money to small businesses that can’t access traditional bank loans.
How PCV provides mentorship, financial support, and job creation strategies for underrepresented entrepreneurs.
A shared success story of a small bakery owner who scaled from a home business to seven retail locations with PCV’s support.
Advice for Young Professionals:
The importance of building transferable skills early in your career.
How networking and mentorship can open doors.
Finding a career that aligns with your values, whether in corporate sustainability, impact investing, or entrepreneurship.
How Consumers Can Support Ethical Brands:
The role of Fair Trade, B Corporations, and sustainability certifications in making informed purchasing decisions.
Evaluating a company's commitment to multi-stakeholder capital

Listen to learn how businesses, entrepreneurs, and consumers can drive positive change!
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32min
March 13, 2024Firm Roots: Brian Nicholson on Red Jacket Orchards, Family, and Leadership
Brian Nicholson and Lauren Stenger discuss...
The unique experience growing up as an identical twin and the evolution of that relationship throughout time
Insights on how being a twin impacted his
personality, social interactions, and even his professional life, particularly in their family business, Red Jacket Orchards
The history of Red Jacket Orchards, founded by his grandparents in 1958.
His personal journey, from deciding never to join the family business to ultimately playing a pivotal role in its transformation and growth
The importance of external personal development and the impact of advice from various mentors and coaches on their leadership and business decisions through navigating financial challenges, strategic pivots towards the beverage industry, and maintaining the core values of RJO
Reflections on the future of Red Jacket Orchards, the
potential involvement of the next generation, and the guest's gratitude for the opportunity to contribute to both the family legacy and the broader industry
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43min
February 02, 2024Nature Rx: Dr. Don Rakow on Biophilia, Nature-Deficit Disorder, & Nature's Healing Powers
In this episode, Dr. Rakow and Lauren discuss...
Dr. Rakow's background and his lifelong fascination with nature.
The biophilia hypothesis and the innate connection humans have with the natural world.
The nature-deficit disorder and the consequences arising from young people's disconnection from nature.
Phytoncides and how inhaling these compounds through our noses can reduce stress and boost our immune system.
The benefits of spending time in nature, especially for improving attention span.
The inception of Nature Rx.
The importance of equitable access to nature, especially for underserved communities.
Insights into the benefits of gardening, emphasizing how it teaches patience and resilience.
Dr. Rakow's upcoming certification as a nature guide.
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28min
January 21, 2024Ventures & Visions: Heesun Lho on Empowering Businesswomen, Mentorship, & the Gift of Our Student Years
Episode Summary:
Heesun discusses her discovery of entrepreneurship at Stanford, emphasizing the importance of exploring various areas and being open to unexpected opportunities. She reflects on her role at BASES (Business Association of Stanford Entrepreneurial Students) and the valuable connections she made in Silicon Valley.

The conversation delves into Heesun's dedication to supporting female entrepreneurs, a mission she pursues at the Tory Burch Foundation. She shares how her experiences as an investor and founder have influenced her approach to empowering women in business.

The interview touches on the significance of mentors and Heesun's appreciation for the support network around her. She emphasizes the power of community and the value of learning from people around us.

Heesun also discusses her daily routines, highlighting the importance of flexibility and incorporating a balance between routine and adaptability. The conversation concludes with Heesun sharing a significant failure in her career and the lessons she learned from that experience. She encourages embracing failure as a valuable learning opportunity.

The episode closes with Heesun offering advice to current students, urging them to make meaningful connections, seek diverse experiences, and view failures as part of the learning process. She emphasizes the magical nature of being a student and the opportunities for growth and exploration during that time.
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29min
January 06, 2024 Sweet Dreams: Matt Hassett on Loftie, the Wellness Industry, & Entrepreneurship
Tune in to hear an insightful conversation with Matthew Hassett, the founder of Loftie, a revolutionary sleep company recognized in the Times Best Inventions of 2023.
• Matt reveals the company's genesis in addressing the evolving challenges of excessive screen time and disrupted sleep patterns.
• He then discusses the basics of good sleep and the impact of technology on our circadian rhythms. Learn how Loftie helps users establish consistent sleep routines and optimize their overall well-being.
• Matt also opens up about his personal journey with wellness and the ironic difficulty of prioritizing personal health when running a wellness company.
• Gain valuable insights into the science behind Loftie's design philosophy, where customer-centric thinking and human-centered design principles drive the creation of a distinctive aesthetic.
• Matt reflects on his transition from the housing industry to the wellness industry, sharing lessons from his experience working in affordable housing and the motivations behind founding Loftie.
• As the podcast concludes, Matt offers practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, emphasizing the importance of self-belief and perseverance. Lauren and Matt discuss Loftie's future plans, exciting product developments, and the company's vision for the next few years.
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29min
December 19, 2023Dr. Kaylee Kruzan on Digital Mental Health Interventions Among Adolescents
Dr. Kruzan and Lauren Stenger discuss Dr. Kruzan's main research focuses within the mental health space of non-suicidal self-injury among adolescents.
They also discuss...
Maintaining her own mental health and staying inspired when working with vulnerable patients.

The potential benefits and risks of ChatGPT and artificial intelligence with mental health interventions.

One of Dr. Kruzan's most impactful studies.

The developmental process of her upcoming app for young adults engaging in self-injury.

The importance of finding balance on social media and knowing when to take a digital detox.

Where she would like to see the mental health field in 5-10 years in regard to insurance coverage, better incorporation of peer support groups for self-injury, and increasing the "support for those who support".
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27min
November 23, 2023 Feeding the Future: Dr. Mark Manary's Mission to End Childhood Malnutrition
Today I had the honor of speaking with Dr. Mark Manary, a professor at WashU, a pediatrician, and the founder of Project Peanut Butter. In this episode, we discuss Dr. Manary's journey with developing a peanut butter-based therapy for malnourished children in Sub-Saharan Africa, how we can maintain an advocacy mindset, and the future of agriculture & nutrition in developing countries.
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31min
July 13, 2023CEO of Neuro Gum & Mints: Kent Yoshimura
Kent Yoshimura & Lauren Stenger discuss how the intersection of creativity and entrepreneurship have created an uber successful, multifaceted career for Kent.
Topics discussed:
Kent’s creativity as a kid
How Neuro was started, during a time where supplements were the “Wild West”

Initial lessons learned: Finding a healthy ratio between energy and focus

Kent’s journey with children book illustrations

NFTs and AI imaging: how machine learning is affecting creative spaces

The future of Neuro
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26min
June 26, 2021 CEO of Hint Water: Kara Goldin
In today's episode, Lauren Stenger and Kate Stenger sit down with Mrs. Kara Goldin to learn about her journey with Hint Water. They discuss Kara's entrepreneurial mindset as a teenager, the birth of Hint, her favorite "failure", and the episode ends with some amazing advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.
Check out Hint: https://www.drinkhint.com,
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43min

FAQs about Double Take Podcast:

How many episodes does Double Take Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 29 episodes available.