worldie unboxed
A podcast that chronicles the journey of two entrepreneurs as they build a kids’ footwear brand.
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Welcome back to worldie unboxed: The Founders Edition! This week, we’re bringing you another two-part episode featuring Zoya Lehrer, founder of Orgo—a company revolutionizing how active families navigate life’s chaos. After 20 years in corporate America, Zoya decided to take a leap of faith, leaving behind a stable career to pursue her entrepreneurial dream.
In part one, we dive into Zoya’s inspiring journey, what drove her to step away from corporate life, and the spark that led to the creation of Orgo. We’ll explore how she built the business and the lessons she’s learned along the way.
Stay tuned for part two, where Aaron and I will reflect on the conversation with Zoya and discuss how her experience mirrors our journey at worldie.
Don’t forget to join the worldie community at worldiebrand.com and subscribe to our YouTube channel for more insights and episode highlights.
Wednesday Nov 13, 2024
The Founders Edition: Chiara Munzi - ChiChi (Part 2)
Wednesday Nov 13, 2024
Wednesday Nov 13, 2024
Welcome back to part two of our episode with Chiara Munzi, cofounder of ChiChi! In this segment, Aaron and I break down the key takeaways from Chiara’s journey, from founding a unique brand in college to pioneering a new category in the health food industry. We’ll discuss how her passion and innovative approach to using chickpeas have inspired our own product development at worldie, as well as the challenges and opportunities of building something truly differentiated.
For more highlights, don’t forget to check out our YouTube channel and visit worldiebrand.com to stay connected.
Thursday Nov 07, 2024
The Founders Edition: Chiara Munzi - ChiChi (Part 1)
Thursday Nov 07, 2024
Thursday Nov 07, 2024
Welcome back to worldie unboxed, The Founders Edition! We’re thrilled to bring you a two-part episode featuring Chiara Munzi, cofounder of ChiChi, the deliciously unique brand transforming oats with the power of chickpeas. Chiara co-founded ChiChi while still in college, and her journey as a young entrepreneur is nothing short of inspiring. In part one, we sit down with Chiara to hear about her path from student to founder, the inspiration behind ChiChi, and the process of building a food brand from the ground up.
Stay tuned for part two, where Aaron and I discuss our takeaways from Chiara's story and the parallels with our own journey at worldie. For more insights and to be part of the worldie community, check out worldiebrand.com and subscribe to our YouTube channel.
Thursday Oct 31, 2024
The Founders Edition: David Gonzalez - Fizzy THC (Part 2)
Thursday Oct 31, 2024
Thursday Oct 31, 2024
Welcome back to part two of the worldie unboxed episode featuring David Gonzalez, the founder of Fizzy THC! In this segment, Aaron and I break down the insights from our conversation with David, exploring the surprising similarities between his brand and ours. We’ll also dive into what it takes to build a unique, disruptive product and how those lessons resonate with our own journey at worldie.
Thanks for being part of the worldie community! Don’t forget to visit worldiebrand.com and subscribe to our YouTube channel for more highlights.
Wednesday Oct 23, 2024
The Founders Edition: David Gonzalez - Fizzy THC (Part 1)
Wednesday Oct 23, 2024
Wednesday Oct 23, 2024
Welcome back to worldie unboxed The Founders Edition! This episode is a two-parter featuring David Gonzalez, founder of Fizzy THC, a dissolvable beverage enhancing tablet. In part one, we dive into David’s journey into cannabis, how he built Fizzy THC, and the legal hurdles he’s faced along the way.
In part two, Aaron and I will unpack the key lessons from our conversation with David and relate them to our own experiences at worldie.
Join the worldie community at worldiebrand.com and check out episode highlights on our YouTube channel!
Wednesday Oct 16, 2024
The Founders Edition: Adam King - 1587 Sneakers (Part 2)
Wednesday Oct 16, 2024
Wednesday Oct 16, 2024
Welcome back to part two of our worldie unboxed episode featuring Adam King, the founder of 1587 Sneakers. In part one, we explored Adam's inspiring journey as an entrepreneur, his decision to use footwear to celebrate Asian American culture, and his strategic approach to competition in the sneaker industry.
In this episode, Aaron and I will dive into the key takeaways from our conversation with Adam. We’ll break down how his bold approach to building a brand rooted in culture and identity resonates with our own mission at worldie.
As always, stay connected with us at worldiebrand.com and subscribe to the worldie YouTube channel for more behind-the-scenes content and highlights from our conversations.
Friday Oct 11, 2024
The Founders Edition: Adam King - 1587 Sneakers (Part 1)
Friday Oct 11, 2024
Friday Oct 11, 2024
Welcome back to worldie unboxed the Founders Edition! We’re excited to bring you another two-part episode featuring Adam King, the founder of 1587 Sneakers, an Asian American footwear brand that unapologetically embraces and celebrates Asian American culture.
In part one, we dive into Adam's journey as an entrepreneur, including how he discovered his passion for business, why he chose sneakers as a way to honor his heritage, and how he navigates the competitive footwear landscape. Adam also shares the story behind 1587 and how it’s more than just a brand—it’s a movement to uplift and celebrate Asian American identity.
In part two, Aaron and I will break down the major highlights from our conversation with Adam, exploring how his approach to culture and community relates to our journey at worldie, and the lessons we can take from his bold vision for the future of 1587.
Stay connected with us at worldiebrand.com and subscribe to the worldie YouTube channel for more behind-the-scenes content and highlights from our conversations.
Wednesday Oct 02, 2024
The Founders Edition: Reid Edgar - Spot Detergent Sheets (Part 2)
Wednesday Oct 02, 2024
Wednesday Oct 02, 2024
Welcome back to part two of our worldie unboxed episode featuring Reid Edgar, the pragmatic environmentalist behind Spot Detergent Sheets and Tru-Nut Powdered Peanut Butter. In part one, Reid shared his journey of building accessible, affordable eco-friendly products and challenging the conventional "eco-friendly" approach.
Now, Aaron and I will dive into the key takeaways from our conversation with Reid. We'll explore how his focus on affordability and accessibility can inspire our own efforts at worldie as we work to innovate in the footwear space while keeping sustainability a central part of our approach.
Stay connected with us at worldiebrand.com and subscribe to our worldie YouTube channel for more highlights.
Wednesday Sep 25, 2024
The Founders Edition: Reid Edgar - Spot Detergent Sheets (Part 1)
Wednesday Sep 25, 2024
Wednesday Sep 25, 2024
Welcome back to worldie unboxed the Founders Edition! In this two-part episode, we sit down with Reid Edgar, the pragmatic environmentalist behind brands like Spot Detergent Sheets and Tru-Nut Powdered Peanut Butter. Reid is challenging the "eco-friendly" market by making sustainable products affordable and approachable.
In part one, we’ll explore Reid’s journey and how he’s built successful, accessible green brands. In part two, Aaron and I will dive into the key takeaways from our conversation and discuss how Reid’s insights into sustainability and innovation apply to worldie.
Stay connected with us at worldiebrand.com and subscribe to our YouTube channel for more highlights.
Wednesday Sep 18, 2024
The Founders Edition: Spring Hickman - Punkies Playhouse (Part 2)
Wednesday Sep 18, 2024
Wednesday Sep 18, 2024
Welcome back to part two of our worldie unboxed episode with Spring Hickman, founder of Punkies Playhouse. In part one, we explored how Spring revives brands like Fluppy Dogs and Hugga Bunch, builds community before launches, and taps into nostalgia for success.
Now, Aaron and I will break down key insights from our chat with Spring, discussing how her approach to community building and brand strategy connects with our own journey at worldie.
Remember to stay connected with us at worldiebrand.com and on YouTube for more highlights.