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Deep dives with founders, community builders, and strategists who are doing it differently.

13

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...

41 minJun 10, 2026
13

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...

42 minJun 10, 2026
12

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...

55 minMay 17, 2026
11

How Rossy Burgos Built a Thriving Pop up Wellness Community from Scratch | Ep. 11

with megan liken

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...

67 minApr 21, 2026
10

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,...

35 minMar 31, 2026
09

Community building vs fan clubs vs cult brands with Ari McDaniel | Ep. 9

with megan liken

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....

49 minMar 22, 2026
08

Evolution of community strategies in coaching with Johanna Adriaansen | Ep 8

with megan liken

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...

47 minMar 16, 2026
07

Building a Successful Mastermind: Megan Reed’s Community-First Approach | Ep. 7

with megan liken

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...

42 minMar 8, 2026
06

Building Community Through Curated Dinners: Insights from Rae Lambert | Ep. 6

with megan liken

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...

47 minMar 3, 2026
05

How Brands Build Cult-Like Communities Through Co-Creation with Kaylan Sliney | Ep. 5

with megan liken

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,...

45 minFeb 16, 2026
04

Community Engagement Strategies That Actually Drive Retention with Becky Pierson Davidson | Ep. 4

with megan liken

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...

47 minFeb 16, 2026
02

Why the Best Entrepreneurs Focus on Community, Not Networking with Marcel Wijermars | Ep. 2

with megan liken

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...

27 minFeb 3, 2026
01

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...

44 minJan 30, 2026