Best Emma Grede | Audacy Podcasts (2025)

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The Obsession That Made Her Unstoppable with Charlotte Tilbury 1:23:32

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What does it take to turn obsession into a billion-dollar beauty empire? In this episode of Aspire with Emma Grede, global makeup icon Charlotte Tilbury sits down with Emma to share how she went from a young girl with a dream to building one of the most powerful and influential beauty brands in the world. Charlotte opens up about the mindset behind…

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Is Your Idea Worth Pursuing? Here’s How to Tell 13:04

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Do you have a spark of an idea that feels like it has potential? This mini-episode of Aspire with Emma Grede, brought to you by Shopify, will help you realize if your spark has the potential to turn into a flame. On today’s pod, Emma offers solid steps to begin realizing your idea’s possibility. From identifying what problem your idea is solving to…

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“Don’t Let Anyone Control You With Money” with Reese Witherspoon 56:49

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Reese Witherspoon may be known as America’s sweetheart — but behind the scenes, she’s built a billion-dollar empire that changed Hollywood for women everywhere. In this episode of Aspire, Emma Grede sits down with Reese to talk about the moment she stopped waiting for permission, the lessons she learned about money and ownership, and what it really…

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Find Your Why. Start Your Business. 14:40

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Have you ever wanted to start a business but told yourself, not now, it’s not the right time? This mini-episode of Aspire with Emma Grede, brought to you by Shopify, might help you realize, there’s no perfect time to start a business. On today’s pod, Emma shares why she decided to become an entrepreneur and offers key insights from her journey over…

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The Change Agent: From street corner to the corner office 1:14:43

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If you’ve ever felt like where you come from holds you back — or that success only happens for people with access — this conversation will change how you see yourself. Music mogul, entrepreneur and branding genius Steve Stoute joins Emma to reveal how he turned being underestimated into his advantage, using his roots, instincts, and connection to c…

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You Can Start That Business. Here’s How. 40:12

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Thinking about starting a business but don’t know where to begin? In this solo episode, Emma breaks down the 10-step blueprint every first-time founder needs to turn an idea into a real company. From testing your idea to understanding the completion and market landscape to building a brand, pricing for profit, and leading a team — Emma shares the l…

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Creating Success Word by Word with Tracee Ellis Ross 1:18:39

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Tracee Ellis Ross has built an extraordinary life as an award-winning actor, producer, entrepreneur, and visionary founder of Pattern Beauty. But behind all of that success is a woman who believes deeply in the power of words. In this episode of Aspire, Emma Grede sits down with one of her favorite women — and businesswomen — on the planet to talk …

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Start with Yourself: Change Your Mindset, Change Your Life 40:00

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If you’ve ever felt stuck, like no matter how hard you work, something’s holding you back, it’s probably not your talent or your hustle. It’s your mindset. In this solo episode, Emma Grede reveals how mastering your mind is the ultimate unlock for success, confidence, and peace of mind. She shares the exact mindset tools she’s used to build busines…

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The Power of Personal Branding with Paris Hilton 58:54

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If you’ve ever wondered how to turn your personal brand into a thriving business, Paris Hilton has the answers. In this episode of Aspire with Emma Grede, Paris reveals the strategies that helped her turn her image into an empire — long before “influencer” was even a word. You’ll hear how she: -Built one of the most recognizable personal brands in …

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Love, Family and Business: How To Work With a Partner with Jens Grede 1:35:34

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Unlock Your Brain’s Full Potential 1:19:03

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Aspire with Emma Grede is a finalist for Best New Podcast with Signal’s Listener Choice Awards! Vote here. What if your brain holds the key to unlocking success, resilience, and joy? In this episode, Emma sits down with neuroscientist, executive coach, and MIT lecturer Dr. Tara Swart to explore how to harness the full power of your brain. Dr. Swart…

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Plan Your Life Like a Business 31:24

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On her birthday, Emma Grede reveals the simple system she uses to turn goals into reality. She shares the five questions that shape her yearly plan, the science behind habits that stick, and why tiny, consistent actions create massive change. Whether you want to grow your career, improve your health, or live with more intention, this is your bluepr…

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From Video Store to Netflix Co-CEO, Ted Sarandos 1:24:44

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From a video rental store to a corner office at Netflix. Emma sits down with Netflix Co-CEO Ted Sarandos as he reveals how he built one of the most influential companies in the world — and the leadership lessons he’s learned along the way. You’ll hear Ted’s insights on: Taking bold risks and trusting your gut Making the toughest decisions as a lead…

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What We Can Learn from Failure with Ami Colé Founder, Diarrha N’Diaye 1:43:03

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What does it really take to build a brand from scratch — and what happens when you have to close the doors? In this candid conversation, Emma sits down with Diarrha N’Diaye, founder of the beloved beauty brand Ami Colé, to talk about the highs of launching a cult-favorite company and the heartbreak of shutting it down. Diarrha shares the behind-the…

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How People-Pleasing, Perfectionism, And Burnout Are Actually Trauma Responses With Dr. Thema 1:43:56

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What’s really holding you back from the life you want? In this powerful conversation, Emma Grede sits down with Dr. Thema Bryant — psychologist, author, and pastor — to unpack the hidden stories, unresolved trauma, and self-sabotaging patterns that keep us from thriving. Together, they dive into: Why so many of us are standing on our own wings — an…

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Lessons from Hollywood’s Most Powerful Woman—And How They Can Help You (with Donna Langley) 1:16:39

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If you’ve ever walked into a room and felt the weight of being the only one like you, questioned whether you could take bold risks without losing yourself, or wondered how to build a career on your own terms, this is your episode. We dive into the mindset shifts that helped Donna Langley rise from a small town childhood on the isolated Isle of Wigh…

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Why Your Biggest Gambles Must Always Be On Yourself (with Kandi Burruss) 1:17:04

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If you’ve ever felt the sting of being underestimated, been told your best ideas were too big, or wondered how to turn the next chapter of your life into a big win, this is your episode. We dive into the emotional highs and lows of being someone who refused to stay behind the scenes, the balance of motherhood and ambition and the gamble of betting …

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Aspire with Jessica Alba: Why It’s Time to Break Up with Perfection 1:30:28

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If you've ever felt underestimated, struggled with mom-guilt, or wondered if it's possible to truly balance ambition and personal peace, this is your episode. We dive into the emotional costs of overachievement, building a business as a mother of three, the moments of doubt when everyone underestimated her, and the heartbreaks that shaped her persp…

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The Aspire Playbook: How Lucy Guo, a Rebel Girl in a Man’s World, Became the World’s Youngest Self-Made Female Billionaire 1:39:39

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Emma sits down with Lucy Guo to uncover the incredible journey of how the daughter of immigrants from Fremont, California, became the world's youngest self-made female billionaire. Unapologetic and refreshingly candid, Lucy offers practical insights into monetizing your passions, securing the equity you deserve, and maintaining authenticity while c…

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Aspire with Bozoma Saint John: Why Playing Small Is Sabotaging Your Success (and How to Stop) 1:40:42

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In this electrifying sit-down, marketing powerhouse Bozoma Saint John tells Emma Grede how trusting her gut—and refusing to shrink—propelled her from a junior assistant’s cubicle to the C-suite, and now to founding the hair-care disruptor, Eve by Boz. She unpacks why “excellence is a baseline” was the mantra drilled into her by her Ghanaian parents…

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The Aspire Playbook: How Allison Ellsworth Turned a Kitchen Experiment into a Billion-Dollar Brand 1:27:06

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Ever wondered what it really takes to turn your small idea into a billion-dollar success? Today, Emma sits down with Allison Ellsworth, the founder behind Poppi, the revolutionary beverage brand that became the second fastest-growing drink company in history. Allison shares the real, raw journey—from brewing her first drink in her kitchen, to putti…

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The Aspire Playbook: Mark Cuban’s Day-1 Blueprint for Startup Success and How AI is Changing Entrepreneurship Forever 1:31:56

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Why do most startups fail, and how can you avoid it? In this episode of the Aspire podcast, Mark Cuban breaks down exactly what new founders get wrong, how to take an idea from nothing to something, and the critical Day 1 steps every entrepreneur must get right. He also explains why mastering AI isn’t optional anymore and how it’s completely changi…

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Aspire with Charlamagne Tha God: From Broke at 30 to Millionaire Mogul— The Steps You Can Steal 1:19:14

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In this raw and deeply honest conversation, Charlamagne tha God joins Emma Grede to reflect on his remarkable journey—from a troubled youth in South Carolina to becoming one of the most influential voices in media. Charlamagne opens up about his early run-ins with the law, the wake-up calls that changed his path, and the mindset that helped him bui…

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Aspire Insights: How to Speak So People Will Listen (with Communication Expert Jefferson Fisher) 1:01:37

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Emma Grede sits down with trial-lawyer-turned–viral communication coach Jefferson Fisher—author of the New York Times bestseller The Next Conversation—to unpack the single skill that drives every success: how you speak. Together they explore why social-media overload is eroding real dialogue, then trade real-world fixes that work from the boardroom…

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Aspire with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson: The Power of Knowing Your "Why" 1:36:13

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Emma sits down for an intimate, inspiring conversation with former First Lady Michelle Obama and her big brother, Craig Robinson. In this special episode, Michelle and Craig open up about family, leadership, and the values that shaped them, from their early years sharing on Chicago’s South Side to the White House. Michelle reflects candidly on bala…

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Aspire with Meghan: Why Ambition Is Her Jam (and How She Bottles It) 1:25:02

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Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, isn’t just launching a brand—she’s rewriting what it means to build one under relentless public scrutiny. In her first wide-ranging interview about her new company As Ever, Meghan joins Emma for a candid conversation about the pressure, the pivots, and the power of betting on yourself when the world is watching.They get i…

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Aspire Insights: How Not Talking About Money Is Stopping You From Making It with Nicole Lapin 1:01:50

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In this episode of Aspire, Emma dives deep into one of her favorite topics: money! She sits down with bestselling author and financial expert Nicole Lapin to break down why we so often avoid money talk—and how that silence holds us back. Nicole reveals how she conquered her own debt using the “avalanche” method (tackling high-interest balances firs…

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Emma’s Blueprint: 10 Principles That Can Change Your Life 43:36

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In this deeply personal solo episode of Aspire, Emma Grede gets real and shares the ten foundational principles that have shaped her journey as an entrepreneur, leader, and mother. Drawing from over two decades of experience, Emma opens up about the power of embracing vulnerability, leveraging your unique strengths, and facing your past head-on. Sh…

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Aspire with Jay Shetty: How to Succeed in Business Without Losing Your Soul 1:14:05

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Emma sits down with Jay Shetty—a global media force, a spiritual leader, bestselling author, entrepreneur, and someone who's building a career with no blueprint — all while staying rooted in purpose and inner peace. In this episode, Jay opens up about what it really takes to create a life no one else has modeled — and how he's maintained his well-b…

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Aspire with Karlie Kloss: How To Turn Principles Into Power Plays 1:17:14

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Model, entrepreneur and media mogul Karlie Kloss sits down with Emma for a rare, wide-ranging conversation about the bold pivots, personal principles, and hard-won lessons that have shaped her journey from the runway to the boardroom. With baby number three on the way, Karlie opens up about the balancing act of motherhood and mogulhood, the trade-o…

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The Founder Playbook: How Michael Rubin Built Fanatics by Betting on Obsession 1:14:27

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Emma is joined by the relentless entrepreneur Michael Rubin, founder and CEO of Fanatics for a deep dive into his extraordinary journey from a self-described "god-awful athlete" to one of the most successful business minds in the sports industry. Michael pulls back the curtain on the mindset and drive that fuels his success, revealing how outworkin…

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Aspire with Mellody Hobson: What I Learned From My Business Hero 1:05:26

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Emma sits down with the number one person she looks up to in business: to Mellody Hobson. As Co-CEO of Ariel Investments—a firm managing over $14 billion in assets—Mellody is a powerhouse whose influence stretches far beyond Wall Street. She opens up about her early life growing up on the South Side of Chicago, the youngest of six kids raised by a …

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Aspire with Gwyneth Paltrow: Why Being Early Is Better Than Being Liked 1:18:21

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Emma sits down with Gwyneth Paltrow for an unfiltered conversation about ambition, evolution, and the emotional toll of leadership. Gwyneth opens up about her radical pivot from Academy Award-winning actress to founder and CEO of Goop, the challenges of scaling a brand born from personal passion, and the intense public scrutiny that’s followed her …

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Introducing “Aspire with Emma Grede” 3:06

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Emma Grede has spent her career building culture-defining brands and breaking barriers in business. Now, she’s bringing that same passion to Aspire with Emma Grede—a new podcast designed to inspire, empower, and fuel your ambition. Every week, Emma shares honest conversations with trailblazing entrepreneurs, leaders, and visionaries, diving into th…