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Deep dives with founders, community builders, and strategists who are doing it differently.
The Art of Circling with Benzi Holler
with megan liken
In this episode I sit down with Benzi Holler and discuss the practice of circling and authentic relating. We explore the art of circling as a group verbal mindfulness meditation, its impact on...
Picnic Pals: Building Community in Tucson with Emiliya Dale | Ep.13
with megan liken
In this episode Megan sits down with Emiliya Dale a Tucson local, comedian, and founder of Picnic Pals. What began as a sweet little idea to help young adults make friends and has since become a...
How NARU Reinvents Community Building for Impact and Connection | Ep. 12
with megan liken
In this insightful episode Michelle, CEO and founder of NARU, shares her innovative approach to community building focused on impact, accountability, and genuine connection. Discover how her platform...
How Rossy Burgos Built a Thriving Pop up Wellness Community from Scratch | Ep. 11
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In this episode, I sit down with Rossy Burgos, a community builder and wellness entrepreneur, to explore her journey of creating impactful wellness events, building community, and navigating the...
How CEO Besties Empowers Women Entrepreneurs Through Community| Ep. 10
with megan liken
In this episode, I sit down with Natalie Bernacchi and Emily Collins of CEO Besties to dive into how intentional community and focused execution can elevate ambitious women entrepreneurs. Together,...
Community building vs fan clubs vs cult brands with Ari McDaniel | Ep. 9
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In this week's episode I sat down with Ari McDaniel an award-winning leader in startup and tech PR, known for turning under-the-radar founders into cultural movements people can’t help but join....
Evolution of community strategies in coaching with Johanna Adriaansen | Ep 8
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In this episode I sit down with Johanna, a somatic therapist and coach with over seven years of experience in trauma healing, nervous system regulation, attachment theory, and inner child...
Building a Successful Mastermind: Megan Reed’s Community-First Approach | Ep. 7
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In this episode, I sit down with Megan Reed who is a Quantum Life + Business Coach, Best-Selling Author, Speaker, and Energy Healer here to help you own your weird and unleash your Main Character...
Building Community Through Curated Dinners: Insights from Rae Lambert | Ep. 6
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In this episode, I sit down with Rae Lambert, CEO and co-founder of DNNR—a platform bringing people together through curated, in-person dinners for brands, creators, and communities. We break down...
How Brands Build Cult-Like Communities Through Co-Creation with Kaylan Sliney | Ep. 5
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In this episode I sat down with Kaylan Sliney the CEO and co-founder of MAGNETIQ — the experience layer for cult brands. She builds at the intersection of culture, consumer behavior, and technology,...
Community Engagement Strategies That Actually Drive Retention with Becky Pierson Davidson | Ep. 4
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In this episode, I sat down with Becky Pierson Davidson, founder of Affinity Collective and former Head of Product at BossBabe, where she helped scale one of the fastest-growing memberships for women...
Why the Best Entrepreneurs Focus on Community, Not Networking with Marcel Wijermars | Ep. 2
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In this conversation, Marcel Wijermars shares his journey of building the Amsterdam Founders Club, a community for entrepreneurs that began with intimate dinners in Bali. He discusses the evolution...
From Kickstarter to Cult Brand: The Heroes Journal Story with Kyle Cole | Ep. 1
with megan liken
Empowering Your Inner Hero: The Story Behind the Heroes JournalDiscover how The Hero's Journal transformed a simple idea into a thriving community-driven brand. Learn the secrets behind community...