Straight to It

In this episode, I interview Esther Wojcicki, a teacher at Palo Alto High School for 36 years, a California Teacher of the Year award winner and the founder of Tract and Moonshots in Education. We discuss Esther’s legendary journalism program at PALY, her work in changing schools for the better and her recent book, How to Raise Successful People. I really enjoyed talking to Esther and learning so much more about journalism, education and parenting.  

In this episode, I interview Mary Lemmer, the founder of Improve and Iorio Gelato. Improve teaches employees from companies such as Google, CBS and Lyft in the art of Improv. Iorio sells artisanal gelato in 3 stores in Michigan. Mary founded Iorio when she was only 14 with her brother Nick. During the interview we discussed improv, Mary's goals for Improve and her story of starting her gelato business. I really enjoyed talking to Mary and hope you enjoy this episode! 

In this episode, I interview Shizu Okusa, the CEO and Founder of Apothékary, a new type of medicine that uses herbs and mushrooms to substitute for caffeine, alcohol and even CBD. Shizu founded the company in 2019 after working at Goldman Sachs and building a juice business. We discuss her story, the culture of medicine in the U.S., and her vision for the future of the pharmacy! And use code Explain10 at checkout, or use this link to get 10% off you order. Enjoy!

In this episode, I interview Andrew Remlinger, Co-Founder of Sourse, a chocolate vitamin company that sells products to improve energy, skin and even mood. Andrew founded his company in 2020 with his wife, Jenne Moore, and Modern Family actor, Sarah Hyland. In the interview we discuss the supplement industry, the story of Sourse and how the chocolates are made. I really enjoyed speaking with Andrew and learning more about Sourse. Enjoy!

In this episode, I am very lucky to have Jordan DeCicco with me, the co-founder of Super Coffee. Jordan, as a student athlete, founded Super Coffee in his dorm room to find a healthy and delicious energy drink. Now he runs Super Coffee with his two brothers Jim and Jake. So far, they have energized over 400,000 people and were featured on Shark Tank. He talks to us about the story behind Super Coffee and his views on the beverage industry. I really enjoyed learning about Super Coffee and I hope you do too!

In this episode, I interview Shane Battier, a two time NBA champion. As a college player at Duke, he won the NCAA championship and won the National College Player of the year award in 2001. He then went on to be selected 6th overall in the NBA draft and has played for the Grizzlies, Rockets, and Heat. After making the playoffs in 10/13 seasons in the NBA he retired. He now runs his foundation, the Battier Take Charge Foundation and he worked for the Heat. He talks to us about his career, the art of the intangible, and defending Kobe Bryant. I really enjoyed talking to Shane, and I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did! 

In this episode, I interview David Karr, Founder of Guayakí Yerba Mate. They sell powerful teas that can boost your energy, mood, and health. The Yerba mate is a plant native to the South American Rainforest and has been enjoyed as tea for centuries by its inhabitants. He was introduced to Mate by his friend Alex. David loved it so much he decided to start a business selling mate and the rest is history. Guayakí is sold in 10,000 stores and is enjoyed around the world. In this interview, he shares with us the story behind discovering mate and starting Guayakí, Guayakí's unique Market Driven Regeneration strategies, and Guayakí's purpose as a business! I hope you enjoy this interview as much as I did!

In this episode, I interview Ryan Black, the CEO and Founder of Sambazon, a company that sells sustainable açaí products including bowls, bites and smoothies. He explains the meaning of Triple Bottom Line, Sambazon's strategy to help make the world a better place by helping communities in the Amazon rainforest and protecting land by harvesting sustainably. He also shares with us the story behind starting Sambazon and going from store to store giving out thousands of samples of pitching Açaí. I learned so much from Ryan and hope you do too!

In this episode, I interview Vernon Davis, a Former NFL Tight End and Super Bowl Champion. He played for 14 years with the 49ers, Broncos and Washington. Vernon talks about his journey to the NFL, the highlights of his football career and his current work as an actor. He also shares with us his advice on how to become excellent. I had an awesome time speaking with Vernon and hope you enjoy the episode as much as I did! 

In this episode, I interview Benjamin Smith, the CEO and Founder of Disco. Disco is a Men's skincare brand with natural and effective products like eye sticks, facial masks and body wash for men. Ben shares with us how he started Disco and developed his product, as well as his mission and goals for the business! I really enjoyed doing this episode and I hope you enjoy listening!