Best Kristina Loring Podcasts (2025)

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S5 : Ep 15 - ACOTAR: Revisited - Part 3 37:46

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Welcome to Part 3 of our ACOTAR: Revisited journey!! We're back deep diving the series that started it all, A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas ✨ This week we’re unpacking the scene that altered the fandom — Calanmai! We’re also breaking down the steamy kitchen encounter through our reread lens and soaking in the joy and fiddle filled magi…

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566: From Celebrity Deals to Creator Empire - Maggie Sellers on Building 'Hot Smart Rich' 53:54

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In this episode, Maggie Sellers—founder, investor, creator, and force behind Hot Smart Rich—shares how she turned vulnerability, storytelling, and a scrappy content strategy into a multimillion-dollar movement and investing powerhouse. She shares:• The celebrity deal that taught her the power of owning your narrative• How she built Hot Smart Rich f…

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S5 : Ep 14 - ACOTAR: Revisited Part 2 39:42

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We are BACK with Part 2 of our ACOTAR : Revisited journey!! We talk a lot about Tamlin and Feyre's relationship, what she needed from Tamlin and how that changes after Under the Mountain plus our favorite messy bitch, The Suriel + so much more!! We hope you enjoy, see you next week for Part 3!! 🚨 SPOILERS for the entire ACOTAR series 🚨 ✨ If you enj…

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565: From 3rd Grade Teacher to Beauty CEO: How Supergoop! Built a $700M Brand From ZERO! | Holly Thaggard (Best of Foundr) [VIDEO] 45:20

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In this episode, Holly Thaggard, founder of Supergoop!, shares how she redefined the sunscreen category and built a globally recognized $700M brand from the ground up. She shares:• The heartbreaking moment that inspired her SPF obsession• How she created the world’s first chemical sunscreen without oxybenzone• Her failed school program—and why it l…

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S5 : Ep 13 - ACOTAR: Revisited Part 1 40:14

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Eeeekkkkkk HERE WE GO!!!!! Our ACOTAR : Revisited journey has finally begun!! We are SO excited to begin going back through ACOTAR, one of our favorite series of all time! As a reminder, starting this week we will be releasing WEEKLY episodes!!! Yay! So thrilled to hang out with you all every single week!! 🚨 SPOILERS for the entire ACOTAR series 🚨 …

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564: From $0 to $100,000 a Day Selling Neckties | Fameez Haroon 1:06:39

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In this episode, Fameez Haroon, co-founder of OTAA, shares how he and his brother bootstrapped a fashion accessories brand from a Melbourne bedroom to $40M+ in sales—without outside funding. He shares:• How they built OTAA from $2,000 and zero fashion experience• The customer pain point that sparked the brand idea• Their scrappy PR hustle that led …

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563: From $500 to 120 Stores - How She Lost It All | Kristina Karlsson 1:20:29

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In this episode, Kristina Karlsson, founder of Kikki.K and Dream Life, opens up about building a $100M global brand, losing it all, and why she's starting again—this time, on her own terms. She shares:• The wild journey of scaling Kikki.K to 120 stores in 6 countries• How losing her business twice reshaped her view of failure and resilience• Why jo…

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S5 : Ep 12 - Interview : Elizabeth Evans - Narrating the Maasverse / New ACOTAR Recordings 54:46

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In this very special episode, we’re joined by the incredibly talented Elizabeth Evans, the voice behind the Throne of Glass and Crescent City series—and now, the newly re-recorded A Court of Thorns and Roses audiobooks, releasing in celebration of the series' 10-year anniversary! We go behind the scenes with Elizabeth to talk about her acting backg…

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562: The Billion Dollar Woman Behind The Rock & Henry Cavill | Dany Garcia (Best of Foundr) [VIDEO] 46:13

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In this episode, Dany Garcia - founder, producer, chairwoman, and the powerhouse behind brands like ZOA Energy, Teremana Tequila, GSTQ, Seven Bucks Productions, and the XFL—shares how she built a billion-dollar business empire from scratch. She shares:• How she went from finance to managing Dwayne Johnson and producing blockbuster films• Why she “f…

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S5 : Ep 11 - Welcome to ACOTAR : Revisited 14:19

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Eeeeeeek hey book besties! We are SO excited to be kicking off our ACOTAR coverage with a super fun trailer called "Welcome to ACOTAR : Revisited" where we tell you exactly what you can expect going forward as we tackle this series! We go over how we will be breaking down the episodes, how we'll handle spoilers & how we'll touch upon all the Maasve…

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Artifacts of Deception (Deceptive Minds - issue #2) 11:24

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This is the 2nd of 2 sample episodes/issues of Perry's new audio newsletter, Deceptive Minds. If you enjoyed these and want to receive future editions, please subscribe here. ---- Hey friends! Here's issue 2 of Deceptive Minds: a newsletter about how we are fooled, how we fool ourselves, and what we can do about it. 🔥 Since starting this newsletter…

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Introducing: Deceptive Minds (the audio experience) 5:34

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Hey listeners, Perry Carpenter here. I've got something exciting that I think you'll be interested in. It's the audio version of a newsletter that I recently started. The newsletter is called Deceptive Minds, and it's all about how we are fooled, how we fool ourselves, and what we can do about it. I'm dropping the first two episodes/issues in this …

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561: $300M Worth of Facebook Ads Advice in 45 Minutes | Jordan Menard 45:22

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In this episode, Jordan Menard breaks down what it really takes to scale Facebook ads in 2025. He shares why creative is now the targeting, why brands need to focus more on offers than tactics, and how to fix your conversion economics to unlock serious scale. Jordan also walks through his exact ad creative process—including scripting, ad types, and…

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560: The College Dropout Who Built an $11 billion Toy Empire | Nick Mowbray (Best of Foundr) [VIDEO] 43:48

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What You’ll Learn in This Episode In this episode, Nick Mowbray, co-founder of ZURU, shares how a backyard hot air balloon project turned into a global toy and consumer goods empire with over $3 billion in projected revenue. He shares:• Why he and his brother lived off cents for 7 years in China to make ZURU work• The brutal lessons learned from ge…

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S5 : Ep 10 - Current Romance Reads 51:44

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In this spoiler-free episode, Kim and Kristina are here with all of their recent Romance recommendations!! Whether you’re looking for a swoony slow burn, a heartwarming second-chance, or your new favorite Enemies to Lovers, we’ve got you covered!! Books We Discussed: Until It Was Love by Pippa Grant Wild About You by Rebecca Jenshak Skate The Line …

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559: How a $100M Exit Left This 30 Year Old Lost | Jake Kassan 48:26

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What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeIn this episode, Jake Kassan, co-founder of MVMT Watches, reveals the emotional rollercoaster of building and selling a business for $100M—and what came after. He shares:• How he scaled Movement from a $5,000 credit card to a $100M exit• The loneliness and identity crisis he faced after selling• Why chasing money al…

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558: She Made $100K in 90 Days Selling Sunscreen | Tori Gill 45:50

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In this episode, Tori Gill shares how she transitioned from being a barber to launching a six-figure sunscreen brand in just three months. She dives into how she identified a gap in the market, built a brand that resonated with parents, and leveraged Instagram and organic marketing to drive rapid sales. Tori also reveals how she balanced starting t…

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S5 : Ep 9 - Reckless by Lauren Roberts 59:54

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Hey book lovers! 📚 Join Kim and Kristina as they dive headfirst into Reckless, the thrilling second installment of Lauren Robert’s Powerless trilogy! 💥 They chat about all the jaw-dropping twists, heart-pounding moments, and, of course, their favorite characters that stole the show! From swoon-worthy scenes to gut-wrenching decisions, nothing is of…

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557: She Went From $0 to $100M Selling Coffee Scrubs | Jessica Hatzis (Best of Foundr) [VIDEO] 42:44

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In this episode, Jess Hatzis shares the journey of how she and her co-founders built Frank Body into a $100M skincare brand with just $10,000. Jess dives deep into the power of brand voice, why traditional beauty marketing was broken, and how Frank Body pioneered influencer-driven marketing before it became mainstream. She also reveals how the bran…

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556: From Broke to $100M+ in SaaS – Dan Martell (Best of Foundr) [VIDEO] 41:03

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In this episode, Dan Martell shares his journey from troubled youth to building and exiting multiple SaaS businesses. Dan reveals the strategies behind his Buy Back Your Time framework, showing entrepreneurs how to scale efficiently without burning out. He also discusses his early business failures, the lessons he learned from selling companies, an…

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S5 : Ep 8 - Onyx Storm : Favorite Moments 29:32

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We’re back with even MORE Onyx Storm! In this special episode, we’re diving into some of our favorite moments that we didn’t have time to cover in our deep-dive episodes—but simply could not leave behind! Spoiler Warning : Fourth Wing, Iron Flame and Onyx Storm - by Rebecca Yarros ✨ If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate and revi…

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555: From Losing $5M to Making $50M with just ONE Product | Matthew Orlic 53:04

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In this episode, Matthew Orlic shares how he built Qure Skincare into a $50M+ brand in just three years. After losing $5M when Dick Smith collapsed overnight, Matthew had to reinvent himself, shifting from wholesale to digital marketing and mastering a multichannel e-commerce approach. He dives into how he applied four key leverage points—product, …

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554: How She Made 10M at 27 Years Old Selling Skincare | Rachael Wilde 1:08:16

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In this episode, Rachael Wilde, founder of TBH Skincare, shares how she went from a marketing career in the medical devices industry to creating a leading skincare brand. She talks about discovering patented acne-fighting technology, securing licensing rights, and launching TBH Skincare with her mother as a co-founder. Rachael dives deep into how s…

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S5 : Ep 7 Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros - Part 3 55:45

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Hey there, book besties!! The final part of our Onyx Storm series has finally arrived! In this episode, we're breaking down the ending of Onyx Storm- from those multiple POV's, Dain Eyes Here Aetos, some unhinged spiral theories & so much more!! If you're sad it's over, we are dropping an Onyx Storm Favorite Moments episode next week because we jus…

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553: His Multi-Million Dollar DTC Playbook That Launched MrBeasts Feastables | Nick Sharma 54:27

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In this episode, Nick Sharma, founder of Sharma Brands, shares his incredible journey from managing celebrity social media accounts as a teenager to becoming one of the most sought-after names in direct-to-consumer (DTC) marketing. Nick dives into the strategies that helped him scale brands like Hint Water and Feastables, including the importance o…

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S5 : Ep 6 Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros - Part 2 57:29

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Welcome to Part 2 (of 3) covering Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros! 🤗 Join Anna, Kim, and Kristina as they dive back into the Empyrean universe for another round of swoon-worthy scenes and unexpected twists on their journey through the Isle Kingdoms! ✨🔥 Bonus Content : Craving more Onyx Storm? We’ve got over 3.5 HOURS of exclusive bonus videos on Patre…

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552: She Went From $0 to $15M Selling Eyeliner | Iris Smit [VIDEO] 52:46

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In this episode, Iris Smit, founder of The Quick Flick, shares her inspiring journey of creating a multi-million dollar beauty empire from her dorm room. Iris opens up about her struggles with self-doubt, turning down a Shark Tank deal, and hitting rock bottom before rebuilding her business from the ground up. Learn how Iris leveraged influencer ma…

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S5 : Ep 5 - Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros - Part 1 1:18:29

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Hey everyone! We’re back and so excited to jump into Part 1 of Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros! Anna, Kim and Kristina are ready to gush about all things Empyrean, from the sizzling connection between Xaden and Violet to their amazing crew of friends. We’ll be diving into our wild venin theories, sharing our thoughts on that broken door, and, of cours…

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551: From $0 to $30M in 3 Years Selling Fashion | Aimee Smale [VIDEO] 1:04:25

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✅ Want all-access to step-by-step training from 7, 8 & 9-figure founders? Start your Foundr+ $1 trial today → http://www.foundr.com/startdollartrial ✅ Prefer 1-on-1 mentorship to launch or scale your brand faster? Apply for eCommerce coaching: → Starting your ecom biz? https://foundr.com/pages/coaching-start-application → Already selling and want t…

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550: He Went From $0 to $50M Selling THIS Product | Mike Smith [VIDEO] 1:06:27

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In this episode, Mike Smith, founder of Zero Co, shares how a backpacking trip around the world turned into a mission to solve the plastic waste crisis. Mike walks us through the early days of bootstrapping the business with his last $100K, moving back in with his parents, and how he raised over $750K through Australia's most successful Kickstarter…

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S5 : Ep 4 - Onyx Storm : Initial Reactions 25:58

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The time has come—Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros is finally here! As the highly anticipated third installment in the Empyrean series, this book is the one we’ve all been waiting for, and now that we’ve devoured it, we have so much to say!! We’re diving into the vibes, reveals, romance, and chaos that had us all screaming. No deep analysis yet—just pu…

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549: How Popflex Became Taylor Swift's Favourite Clothing Brand | Cassey Ho [VIDEO] 57:24

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In this episode, Cassey Ho, founder of POPFLEX and Blogilates, shares her journey from rock bottom to building two eight-figure brands. Discover how Cassey combined her passion for fitness and design to create unique products that solve real problems. She opens up about overcoming toxic environments, handling copycats, and the challenges of scaling…