In this episode, we sit down with Waris Ahluwalia, founder of House of Waris, to explore the intersection of creativity, identity, and purpose-driven design. Waris shares the journey behind building House of Waris—from its roots in fine jewelry to its evolution into a broader cultural and lifestyle brand.

We dive into how heritage, storytelling, and craftsmanship shape his work, and how he’s used design as a platform for connection and cultural dialogue. Waris opens up about the realities of entrepreneurship in the luxury space, staying authentic in a fast-moving industry, and building a brand that stands for more than just product.

This conversation is a thoughtful look at artistry, resilience, and what it means to create with intention in today’s world.

In this episode, we sit down with Zeke, founder of Absorption Company, to unpack the story behind building a solution to a problem most people didn’t even know existed. We talk about the moment Zeke and Nate identified a major gap in how the body absorbs supplements and nutrients—and how that insight led to the creation of The Absorption Company’s innovative products. From early experimentation to bringing a science-backed solution to market, Zeke shares the challenges, breakthroughs, and lessons learned while building a brand focused on better absorption, better results, and better health outcomes. It’s a conversation about innovation, education, and what it really takes to turn a personal frustration into a purpose-driven company.

Michael sits down with Anabel and Johnny Drain to explore the unpolished journey behind Good Bacteria — from early breakthroughs to hard lessons learned the long way. Together they unpack the highs and lows of building a brand rooted in biology, belief, and patience, and why nurturing a healthy gut isn’t so different from growing a resilient garden. This episode is a candid conversation about failure, regeneration, and what happens when you commit to growing things the right way, even when it’s messy.

Our guest this week is Frances Shoemack, founder of Abel Fragrance, a pioneer in the world of natural, non-toxic perfumes. With more than 12 years in the business, Frances shares how her journey began in the world of wine—and how her curiosity about sustainability and scent led her to create a fragrance brand that’s as conscious as it is beautiful. She talks about working with a master perfumer in New Zealand to craft Abel’s signature scents and what it means to build a modern fragrance house rooted in transparency, nature, and creativity.

In this episode, Carolyn Yachanin, founder of Copina Co, shares how she built a brand that makes it easy to add superfoods into your everyday routine. Copina Co creates delicious, herbalist-formulated blends that support hair, skin, and nail health—all through plant-based ingredients. Carolyn talks about what inspired her to start the brand, how she developed products that are both effective and great-tasting, and what she’s learned along the way as a wellness founder.

In this episode, we sit down with Ben and Jayme, the co-founders of And Repeat, a beautifully designed supplement brand built with intention — and a personal story. Jayme opens up about her journey navigating ADHD and the frustration of trying to find a natural alternative to traditional medication. That search led to the creation of a focus-support supplement that not only works — but looks good doing it. Together, Ben and Jayme share how And Repeat was born from a real need and driven by a shared mission: to offer natural, effective focus support for anyone struggling with attention — whether it's ADHD or everyday distractions. We talk product formulation, brand design, the balance of wellness and aesthetics, and why seamlessly fitting into your daily routine was just as important as the science behind the supplement.

In this episode, Sophia Chen, founder of Oddball, shares how she turned a simple idea—making better-for-you jello—into a mission-driven brand. Made with organic fruit juice and whole ingredients, Oddball brings fun and flavor back to healthy eating. Sophia talks about what inspired her to create a snack that’s both kid-safe and genuinely enjoyable, the unexpected lessons she’s learned as a founder, and how she’s redefining what “healthy” can taste like.

In this episode, we meet Mei Kwok and Emily Doyle and dive into the story behind Dune Suncare, a brand that set out to redefine what sun protection looks and feels like. From identifying a gap in the beauty and skincare market to building a brand rooted in inclusivity, performance, and clean ingredients, we explore the personal journey that sparked Dune’s creation. Our conversation covers the challenges of launching a modern suncare brand, the lessons learned along the way, and the vision driving Dune forward. Whether you’re a beauty enthusiast, an aspiring founder, or simply curious about the people behind the products you love, this episode offers an inspiring look at turning purpose into a brand.

In this episode, Katie Diasti, founder of Viv, shares how a shocking discovery in college about the environmental impact of traditional period products inspired her to take action. Learning that each pad can take up to 800 years to break down, Katie set out to create Viv—a brand offering earth-friendly, toxin-free period care designed to make a real difference. She talks about what motivated her to start the company, how Viv is changing the conversation around sustainability and menstruation, and what being a founder truly means to her.

In this episode, Serena Rathi, co-founder of Droosh, shares how her brand was inspired by family, culture, and the flavors of her Indian heritage. Growing up watching her Maa—her grandmother—cook beautiful, spice-filled meals for the family, Serena set out to capture that same warmth and authenticity through Droosh’s organic spice mixes and hot sauces. She talks about what it means to be a founder, how Droosh is bringing a modern touch to traditional Indian flavors, and the ongoing mission and growth behind the brand.