55 episodes

The Founder is a show that features world-class entrepreneurs and their early stories of ingenuity, struggle and perseverance to get their companies off the ground. Kallaway goes in-depth with founders in straight talk, uncensored conversations to understand their thoughts, feelings and actions behind the big decisions that influenced the direction of their startup. At the end of each episode, founders share their 1-2 favorite ideas for other businesses they wish existed and we riff on how they'd bring them to market.Think My First Million meets Joe Rogan meets How I Built This.

The Founder Kallaway

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    • 4.9 • 77 Ratings

The Founder is a show that features world-class entrepreneurs and their early stories of ingenuity, struggle and perseverance to get their companies off the ground. Kallaway goes in-depth with founders in straight talk, uncensored conversations to understand their thoughts, feelings and actions behind the big decisions that influenced the direction of their startup. At the end of each episode, founders share their 1-2 favorite ideas for other businesses they wish existed and we riff on how they'd bring them to market.Think My First Million meets Joe Rogan meets How I Built This.

    55. Kendrick Nguyen | Republic (democratizing startup investing)

    55. Kendrick Nguyen | Republic (democratizing startup investing)

    Kendrick Nguyen is the Co-Founder & CEO of Republic.
    During the episode, we break down:
    The origin story for building Republic and what makes it different from other crowdfunding platformsHow the team thinks about building products for the next wave of Millennial and Gen Z investors The Republic platform product mix including access to private companies, crypto projects, real estate deals, video games and moreRepublic’s autopilot project which acts as a pseudo robo-advisor for private deals on their platformThe biggest trends in the investment space and how VCs, solo capitalists and micro-investors will all have a seat at the table in the futureRepublic’s process for analyzing deals and how they decide which companies are allowed to raise on their platformThe power of crypto and how it enables the democratization of investing across the worldThe token economy and how Republic’s note token will drive their business in the futureLessons learned working as an understudy of Naval RavikantAnd much more
    Tune in to hear Kendrick’s incredible story!
    And remember, at the end of the episode, we asked Kendrick to brainstorm other business ideas that he would chase if Republic was gone tomorrow. Our brainstorm covered happiness and building an Equinox type of fitness for improving mental health.
    Watch this episode on YouTube here.
    Republic – republic.co
    Follow Kendrick on TwitterFollow Republic on Twitter / InstagramKendrick’s content and learning recommendations 
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    • 1 hr 10 min
    54. Kevin Lee | Immi (healthy ramen)

    54. Kevin Lee | Immi (healthy ramen)

    Kevin Lee is the Co-Founder of Immi.
    During the episode, we break down:
    Immi’s origin storyLaunching the #1 community for product managers (Product Manager HQ) and top 3 keys to community buildingThe massive market opportunity for healthy ramen and other “better for you” Asian American foodUsing a data driven approach to unlock the core product attributes of Immi (low carb, high protein, plant based)Biggest food & beverage trends for the next 5 years“Sleepy” food categories (other than ramen) that are ripe for disruptionKevin’s angel investing criteria and getting into deals like Sweetgreen, The Hustle and SpaceXThe common trait that gives entrepreneurs their edgeAnd much more
    Tune in to hear Kevins’s incredible story!
    And remember, at the end of the episode, we asked Kevin to brainstorm other business ideas that he would chase if Immi were gone tomorrow. Our brainstorm highlighted creating a “better for you” conglomerate that owns multiple food brands across different categories.
    Watch this episode on YouTube here.
    Immi - immieats.com
    Follow Kevin on Twitter / InstagramFollow Immi on InstagramKevin’s content and learning recommendations 
    The Founder - www.thefounderpod.com 
    Follow The Founder (@founderpodcast) on Twitter // Instagram // Newsletter

    • 1 hr 11 min
    53. Lucie Fink | Lucie Fink Media (lifestyle influencer)

    53. Lucie Fink | Lucie Fink Media (lifestyle influencer)

    Lucie Fink is a lifestyle influencer and Founder of Lucie Fink Media.
    During the episode, we break down:
    Her journey to go from neuroscience major to lifestyle influencerHer experience working as the lead on-camera talent for Refinery29How to think about leaving your corporate job and starting on your ownGoing beneath the hood and breaking down the most important revenue streams for a content creatorThe struggles in life as an influencerHow to build a content team that supports brand deals with companies like Adobe, TikTok and moreThe top 5 most important lessons for a content creatorThe playbook for starting out as a content creator todayAnd more!
    Tune in to hear Lucie’s incredible story!
    And remember, at the end of the episode, we asked Lucie to brainstorm other businesses that she wished existed. Our brainstorm highlighted next-generation products/services that would make life easier for content creators.
    Watch this episode on YouTube here.
    Lucie Fink Media – luciefink.com
    Follow Lucie on Instagram / Youtube Lucie’s content and learning recommendations 
    The Founder - www.thefounderpod.com 
    Follow The Founder (@founderpodcast) on Twitter // Instagram // Newsletter

    • 1 hr 19 min
    52. Oliver Zak, Selom Agbitor | Mad Rabbit (tattoo aftercare)

    52. Oliver Zak, Selom Agbitor | Mad Rabbit (tattoo aftercare)

    Oliver Zak and Selom Agbitor are the Co-Founders of Mad Rabbit.
    What started as a side project during their senior year at Miami University, turned into a DTC juggernaut that’s taking over the tattoo industry. Mad Rabbit does $4M/year in sales and recently inked a deal with Mark Cuban on Shark Tank.
    During the episode, we break down the playbook to starting a company in college, the power of building community and go behind the curtain of what it’s really like to film an episode of Shark Tank.
    Tune in to hear Oliver and Selom’s incredible story!
    If you have tattoos and are interested in the best tattoo aftercare products on the planet, get 20% off by using code Kallaway at checkout.
    And remember, at the end of the episode, we ask Oliver and Selom to brainstorm other business ideas that they’d explore if Mad Rabbit was gone tomorrow. Our brainstorm included a better model for virtual customer service and building a platform to crowdsource answers from your community  
    Watch this episode on YouTube here.
    Mad Rabbit – madrabbittattoo.com
    Follow Mad Rabbit on InstagramFollow Oliver and Selom on InstagramOliver’s content and learning recommendations 
    The Founder - www.thefounderpod.com 
    Follow The Founder (@founderpodcast) on Twitter // Instagram // Newsletter

    • 58 min
    51. Robbie Bent | Inward (guided breathwork)

    51. Robbie Bent | Inward (guided breathwork)

    Robbie Bent is the Co-Founder & CEO of Inward.
    Inward is a next generation mental health company, combining physical spaces (ice baths + saunas) and the largest library of breathwork content in the world. Prior to Inward, Robbie spent 4 years working on growth at the Ethereum Foundation, a $300 billion cryptocurrency. He also runs a Clubhouse Show on Psychedelic Medicines and loves resilience challenges. You can learn more about him here and follow him on twitter @robbiebent1.
    Tune in to hear Robbie’s incredible story!
    And remember, at the end of the episode, we ask Robbie to brainstorm other business ideas that he’d explore if Inward was gone tomorrow. Our brainstorm included solving for loneliness through community, commune living and regenerative farming.
    Get 25% off your Inward membership today by using KALLAWAY25 at checkout.
    Watch this episode on YouTube here.
    Inward – inwardbreathwork.com
    Follow Inward on Instagram // TwitterFollow Robbie Bent on TwitterRobbie’s content and learning recommendations 
    The Founder - www.thefounderpod.com 
    Follow The Founder (@founderpodcast) on Twitter // Instagram // NewsletterDon't have time to listen to the full episode? Read the 5-minute version here

    • 1 hr 20 min
    50. Anne Mahlum | solidcore (high intensity pilates)

    50. Anne Mahlum | solidcore (high intensity pilates)

    Anne Mahlum is the Founder & CEO of solidcore.
    solidcore is an intense, full body workout that combines pilates and strength training. With over 70 corporate-owned studios nationwide, it's one of the biggest winners in the boutique fitness industry. And for good reason! Their workouts live up to their name as they generate a core burn unlike any other.
    Tune in to hear Anne’s incredible story!
    And remember, at the end of the episode, we ask Anne to brainstorm other business ideas that she’d explore if  solidcore was gone tomorrow. Our brainstorm included the future of beauty and social justice reform.
    Watch this episode on YouTube here
    solidcore– solidcore.co
    Follow solidcore on Instagram // TwitterFollow Anne Mahlum on InstagramAnne’s content and learning recommendations 
    The Founder - www.thefounderpod.com 
    Follow The Founder (@founderpodcast) on Twitter // Instagram // NewsletterDon't have time to listen to the full episode? Read the 5-minute version here.

    • 1 hr 12 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
77 Ratings

77 Ratings

casey-palmer ,

Wish there were more

I enjoy this podcast above all the other start up/ entrepreneurship podcasts. Kallaway asks stunning questions that dig deep and gets into the details with a compelling sense of respect and enthusiasm. Wish there were more I could listen to!

Billmatic212 ,

Enjoying this show!

Kallaway does an awesome job digging in with guests. Well made show and awesome guests!

Anunciate ,

Such a well crafted show

Genuinely appreciate the attention to detail that Kallaway pays when interviewing, assembling, and publishing these shows. You can tell he cares and this is going to be a great resource for aspiring (and current) founders well into the future

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