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When Founder & CEO of Ithaca Hummus Chris Kirby quit his job to start his own business, he didn’t have a particular product in mind – just a desire to stand out in the competitive restaurant industry. But after enrolling in the Cornell School of Hotel Administration, it didn’t take Chris long to find a gap in the market – hummus. What started as a homegrown, backyard business quickly grew into the most successful hummus business in Ithaca, New York.  Chris joins Liz to tell the story of how he grew his small-town, farmers’ market operation into one of the largest hummus retailers in the country, sold in over 10,000 stores and valued at around $50 million. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

19 Heinä 37min

Americans have faced a frustrating reality: processed “junk” food is often far cheaper than fresh fruits and vegetables. For many families, especially those on a tight budget, shopping for organic or non-GMO options just isn’t feasible. But what if there was a way to access healthy, affordable groceries online — without breaking the bank? Enter Thrive Market. Thrive Market co-founder Nick Green shares how growing up with a health-conscious mother planted his passion for wellness and ultimately inspired him to launch a mission-driven grocery service backed by names like Tony Robbins, Jillian Michaels, and Deepak Chopra. He also discusses the journey of falling in love with entrepreneurship, which all started with him tutoring people for the SATs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

12 Heinä 45min

Jordan Nathan was fresh out of college when he started leading the kitchen brand Vremi, successfully launching over 200 products. But everything changed one night, when testing one of the company's non-stick pans led him to suffer Teflon poisoning. From that point forward, Jordan began a deep dive into cookware materials, uncovering a dangerous truth that many Americans know but often ignore — poorly made non-stick pans can do major harm. His solution? Caraway: a non-toxic kitchenware brand built on quality and health. Jordan joins Liz to share how his medical emergency inspired the creation of a chemical-free home goods company, where clean design meets clean living. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

5 Heinä 37min

History is packed with untold stories, and tragically, most remain that way. For quite some time, the life of Elizabeth Van Lew—a Southern belle turned revolutionary spymaster—was among them, until FOX Business correspondent Gerri Willis discovered her story while searching for something to inspire young women during the COVID lockdown. Today, Gerri reveals how, after five years of painstaking research, she uncovered a fascinating tale full of danger, political intrigue, and courage — one she is proud to present in her book, Lincoln’s Lady Spymaster: The Untold Story of the Abolitionist Southern Belle Who Helped Win the Civil War. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

28 Kesä 23min

Before smartphones and computers, kids begged for cash to see a movie or buy some candy. In 2025, they’re asking for more Roblox credits.Roblox, a social gaming platform where users create and play games, has taken the world by storm. Today, co-founder and CEO David Baszucki joins Liz to share how it all started, how it went viral, and what’s next for one of the biggest names in gaming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

21 Kesä 36min

In the last couple of months, Starbucks has undergone some noticeable changes — from removing the extra charge for non-dairy options to removing 13 drinks from their menu. The reason? A new CEO is in town. Liz speaks with Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol live from the 'Starbucks Leadership Experience 2025' to discuss the thought process behind Starbucks' recent major adjustments, how they're trying to incorporate protein into their drinks, and why his ultimate goal is to re-establish community through coffee.  Originally aired on FOX Business' The Claman Countdown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

14 Kesä 14min

It's something we all need, yet rarely get enough of. Sleep can make or break our day, impact our immune system, and affect our bodies and brains in a host of other ways. Yet, many of us are only getting 5 or 6 hours on a good day. Well, a movement is emerging among those who are tired of feeling tired, and a new product is revolutionizing the way it's done. Oura Ring CEO Tom Hale breaks down how the ring tracks your sleep in never-before-seen ways, examining how long it takes you to fall asleep, how much deep sleep and REM sleep you're getting, and assigning an overall "sleep score" based on sleep quantity and quality. It doesn't stop there — Tom also explains how the ring tracks your stress, heart rate, body temperature, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

7 Kesä 33min

If you can transform your passion into a lucrative business, what's stopping you? Certified public accountant and attorney Mark Kohler joins Liz to discuss why turning that side hustle idea that's been brewing in the back of your mind into a reality is always worth it, even if it feels incredibly daunting. Kohler walks through how to realistically start up a small business, what risks to consider, and how it can be a real financial game changer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

31 Touko 27min