Podcast Facing Giants terbaik (2024)

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30 CBC News Interview 9:17

2M ago9:17

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Send us a text This episode shares a brief interview I did with CBC news that aired on August 7, 2024. I wanted to share this with you all as you might find it intersting and you all have been apart of the jounrey to this point. Thank you all for your support and for spending time listening to these incredible stories. I will continue to check emai…

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29 Mandie - Years in Court Against Child Welfare Agency 1:49:36

5M ago1:49:36

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Send us a text Mandie, a woman whose journey is marked by resilience and unwavering strength. Born with a birth defect, Mandie's life was fraught with challenges from the very beginning. She faced the horrors of a physically abusive father and endured the trauma of sexual abuse, yet somehow found the courage to keep pushing forward. As she navigate…

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28 Raili-Ann - Addiction, Grief, Domestic Abuse 1:16:04

6M ago1:16:04

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Send us a text Raili-Ann, a young mother caught in the relentless grip of an abusive relationship with the father of her child. As if the daily abuse isn't enough, she is plagued by severe jaw pain, for which she desperately awaits surgery. Prescribed painkillers offer a fleeting glimpse of relief, but her partner's selfish consumption of the medic…

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27 Wiley - Facing Years Of Alcoholism 1:09:15

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Send us a text Born into a loving home with all the prospects of success, Wiley's life seemed to be following a trajectory of promise. However, a tumultuous turn of events led her down a path of dependency and despair. Following the end of a significant relationship, Wiley found solace in the numbing embrace of alcohol. Despite the growing concerns…

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26 Dr Berger - Facing Climate Change 1:10:00

7M ago1:10:00

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Send us a text In this episode, we discuss climate change with Dr. Paul Berger, a climate change professor and activist. With misinformation rampant and skepticism lingering, Dr. Berger lays bare the facts, debunking myths and shedding light on the undeniable reality of our changing climate. Join us as we tackle the tough questions head-on: Is clim…

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25 Vanessa pt2 - Addiction, Sex Work, Recovery 1:03:05

7M ago1:03:05

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Send us a text ** WARNING** Mature subject matter discussed in detail. Listener's discretion is advised. Vanessa's battle with addiction continues. It is even amplified with the introduction to fentanyl leading her down a dark path into the world of online sex work. Constantly in and out of tumultuous relationships, Vanessa found herself caught in …

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24 Vanessa pt1 - Motherhood, Addiction, Sex Work 1:02:01

7M ago1:02:01

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Send us a text ** WARNING ** - Mature subject matters discussed in detail. Listeners discretion is advised. Vanessa, a young woman whose journey from well-intentioned high school student to substance abuse and sex work sheds light on the complexities of life's challenges. Despite becoming pregnant in her final year of high school, she and her partn…

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23 Rob - Stand Off With A Predatory Bear 1:07:16

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Send us a text Rob finds himself face-to-face with a formidable black bear during a routine survey in the woods. What begins as just another day in the field quickly transforms into a harrowing ordeal that will forever linger in Rob's memory. As Rob goes about his work, meticulously surveying the natural habitat, little does he know that he's about…

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21 Marcia - Battling Kidney Disease and Life After Transplantation 1:08:50

9M ago1:08:50

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Send us a text Marcia, a young woman whose life took an unexpected turn when she was diagnosed with kidney disease. For Marcia, the diagnosis was not just a medical challenge but a profound emotional and existential upheaval, as she grappled with the prospect of her dreams for motherhood being threatened. Fortunately, Marcia discovered that her kid…

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22 Richard - Kidney Donation and Post-Op Complications 54:18

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Send us a text Richard's journey began when his sister-in-law faced the daunting challenge of needing a kidney transplant. Without hesitation, he stepped forward, offering the gift of life by volunteering to be her donor. The transplant surgery was a success, but Richard's own road to recovery proved to be filled with unexpected obstacles. Followin…

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20 Danielle - Stillbirth: A Story of Love and Loss 1:20:23

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Send us a text Danielle, a young woman whose long-awaited dream of motherhood finally became a reality. However, the joy and excitement of pregnancy soon turned into a heart-wrenching journey as she received devastating news about her unborn child's diagnosis of triploidy, a syndrome incompatible with life. Danielle had overcome medical challenges …

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19 Kenny/Sarah - Pregnant After 10 Years of Infertility 1:01:59

10M ago1:01:59

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Send us a text In this episode, we explore the heart-wrenching and ultimately triumphant story of a couple who, despite their deepest desires, found themselves unable to conceive a child. As they navigated the turbulent waters of infertility, their journey led them through a maze of medical interventions, dashed hopes, and a rollercoaster of emotio…

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18 Shayn - Largest Fentanyl Bust in Thunder Bay History 1:05:41

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Send us a text Shayn, a kind-hearted young man who, through a series of unfortunate events, found himself entangled with the wrong crowd. As the allure of quick money and a sense of belonging grew stronger, Shayn became involved in the dangerous world of drug dealing, ultimately leading him down a treacherous path of addiction and despair. As Shayn…

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17 Alicia pt2 - Relapse, Criminality, Imprisionment 55:44

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Send us a text Upon her reintroduction to her drug of choice, all rationallity went out the window. Leaving her children with her parents went from one night to weeks, all for the sake of finding her next fix. As her addiction spiraled out of control, she found herself resorting to desperate measures to fuel her habit. Refusing to return to sex wor…

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16 Alicia pt1 - Exotic Dancer, Addiction, Sex Work 58:20

11M ago58:20

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Send us a text Alicia, a young woman who faced immense challenges while growing up. Raised by a mother struggling with her mental health, Alicia's journey took her through the foster care system before finding a new home with her father and stepmother. Although things initially seemed to improve, tensions between Alicia and her stepmother grew over…

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14 Lynetta - Surrogacy 101, Multiple Miscarriages 45:28

11M ago45:28

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Send us a text Join us as we sit down with Lynetta, who not only educates us on the basics of surrogacy but also generously shares her personal experience of deciding to become a surrogate. Our guest takes us through the emotional and thoughtful process of deciding to embark on the incredible journey of surrogacy. Through her candid storytelling, w…

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15 Yessenia - Surrogacy, Motherhood, Miscarriage 51:24

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Send us a text Yessenia shares her deeply personal experience of navigating the heartbreak of a miscarried pregnancy, a pivotal moment that sparked an unwavering desire to help couples facing the challenges of infertility. Determined to turn her own pain into purpose, she embarked on a remarkable journey of compassion, choosing surrogacy as a means…

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13 Allison pt3- Mom's Big Secret, Relapse, Recovery 57:43

11M ago57:43

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Send us a text Part 3 - Allison has navigated a path of addiction, working in the sex trade, and deep-seated resentment towards her mother. She would often blame her hardships on her mother's instability and promiscuity. Allison's journey takes an unexpected turn when her mother's last days reveal a solemn warning and an earth-shattering secret tha…

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12 Allison pt2 - Sex Trafficking, Addiction, Motherhood 59:15

12M ago59:15

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Send us a text Pt 2 of 3 In this episode, Allison grapples with the profound impact of her decision to work in the sex trade. Through a series of unexpected twists and turns, her life becomes a rollercoaster ride featuring the complexities of addiction, physical abuse, motherhood, addiction, Initially, Allison attempted to maintain a double life, b…

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11 Allison pt1 - Sex Trafficking, Growing up White/Black 1:00:14

12M ago1:00:14

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Send us a text This episode is part 1 of a three part series, exploring the story of Allison: a woman who grew up in the challenging socio-economic landscape of the 70's and 80's. Being half black and poor, she faced a unique set of struggles that shaped her journey of self-discovery. Too black for the white kids and too white for the black kids, A…

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10 Ian - Surviving a Lightning Strike 53:25

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Send us a text Ian, an experienced outdoorsman, his family and close friends went on a weekend canoe trip. What starts as a routine adventure quickly turns into a terrifying reminder of mother nature's power. As a seasoned outdoorsman, Ian is no stranger to inclement weather. However, this storm proves to be unlike anything he has encountered befor…

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Alexandros Papadopoulos, President of Éteo Goods 30:58

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Scott Kerr is joined by Alexandros Papadopoulos, president of Athens, Greece-based Éteo Goods, which manufactures ultra-premium extra virgin olive oil products. Alexandros discusses his journey from working in tech to building a luxury olive oil business, the olive oil craze in the U.S., positioning Éteo as a luxury brand that's meant to be integra…

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9 Trevor - Addiction, Rock Bottom, Recovery 1:13:25

1y ago1:13:25

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Send us a text Through powerful storytelling, we witness the depths of Trevor's struggle as he battles to break free from the chains of addiction. As his addiction tightens its grip, his life spirals out of control, hitting rock bottom time and time again. Despite the birth of his children, he finds himself unable to muster the strength to overcome…

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8 Sammie - Intergenerational Trauma, Addiction, Sexual Abuse 1:09:46

1y ago1:09:46

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Send us a text In this heartfelt episode, Sammie details her courageous journey as young mother, determined to break free from the cycle of intergenerational trauma. We explore her struggles with drug addiction, bullying, and racism, and witness the unwavering love for her daughter that guides her towards a brighter future. Sammie refuses to let he…

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7 Laura pt2- Recovering from a Bear Attack 1:05:26

1y ago1:05:26

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Send us a text After surviving a harrowing bear attack, Laura finds herself wrestling to physically and psychologically recover. Laura confronts her darkest moments, while also battling depression and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). This raw and emotionally-charged narrative explores the depths of her struggle, revealing the profound impact …

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6 Laura pt1 - Surviving a Bear Attack 57:36

1y ago57:36

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Send us a text In this episode we dive deep into the heart-pounding story of Laura, a passionate nature enthusiast whose peaceful exploration of the woods took an unexpected turn. Join us as we recount her terrifying encounter with a bear, her fight for survival, and the extraordinary courage that helped her overcome the odds. What seemed like a us…

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5 Linda - Search for Belonging, Addiction, Transitioning 1:04:50

1y ago1:04:50

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Send us a text Linda has been on a journey of self-discovery and belonging. After being kicked out of the house at 16 for choosing a life-style their parent's weren't happy with, the strength of Linda's community made itself manifest. With a loving and relentless grandmother and a few friends along the way, Linda's path forward became increasingly …

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David Barton, Founder of Gym U 34:35

1y ago34:35

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Scott Kerr sits down with legendary New York City gym pioneer David Barton to talk about the launch is his new luxury gym, GYM U. Barton, who pioneered the gym-as-nightclub aesthetic, discusses how the industry has changed since he first opened his popular namesake gym in the early 1990s, why state-of-the-art technology is key to the member experie…

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3 Keisha - Homelessness, Obesity and Domestic Abuse 54:53

1y ago54:53

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Send us a text In this episode, we delve into the life of our remarkable guest, whose early years were marked by the experiences of being raised by an alcoholic father and a mother battling a gambling addiction. These tumultuous circumstances forced her to confront adversity from an early age, testing her endurance and courage. Throughout her early…

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4 Tina - Addiction, Recovery and Self Discovery 57:17

1y ago57:17

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Send us a text Tina, a young mother and recovering addict, is trying to rediscover herself after being raised in a culture of partying. She shares stories of struggles with addiction, and how it impacted her life and relationships. She also talks about the challenges she faces in sobriety, and how she is working to rebuild her life and create a bet…

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2 Aydin - Recurring Miscarriages and Navigating the IVF Process 50:55

1y ago50:55

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Send us a text This episode focuses on one couple's extraordinary path to parenthood. In this story, we invite you to step into the experience of a devoted husband and wife as he recounts their remarkable story of conception. Their journey was marked by the heartbreak of not one, but five miscarriages, each a painful reminder of their unfulfilled d…

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1 Herbie - Losing a Son to a Drug Overdose 1:01:01

1y ago1:01:01

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Send us a text As a single father, Herbie does his best to raise his son to be kind and respectful. As good natured as Conor was, he unfortunately started hanging with the wrong crowd. Missed phone calls, and flaking on his birthday party leaves Herbie suspicious. The news hits like a ton of bricks and his whole world was flipped up-side-down. Herb…

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Facing Giants: Season 1 (Trailer) 2:08

1y ago2:08

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Send us a text Weekly personal stories of struggle, strength and resilience, to help motivate others to find the will to face whatever giants they may be up against. These interview-styled conversations are designed to help listeners connect in a way that they too vicariously take on the burden of the giant with-in the stories, so they may also lea…

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Barnabas Carrega, Co-Founder and CEO of GR8 Experiences 31:58

1y ago31:58

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Scott Kerr is joined by Barnabas Carrega, co-founder and CEO of GR8 Experiences, a company that specializes in creating once-in-a-lifetime ultra-luxury experiences for the ultra wealthy. Barnabas discusses how an observation he made at Wimbledon inspired him to start the company, GR8's recent highly exclusive event at Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix hos…

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David Trewern, Founder and CEO of Fliteboard 32:47

1y ago32:47

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Scott Kerr is joined by David Trewern, founder and CEO of Fliteboard, a luxury personal watercraft company that makes the world's first electric hydrofoil surfboard. One of TIME’s Best Inventions of 2022, Fliteboard provides the sensation of flying over water. A serial entrepreneur, David talks about his journey from running a digital ad agency to …

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Matt Abramcyk, Restaurateur and Owner of Neighborhood Projects Restaurant Group 36:50

1y ago36:50

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Scott Kerr speaks to one of New York City's prominent restaurateurs, Matt Abramcyk, owner of Neighborhood Projects Restaurant Group, about building a restaurant empire and his critically acclaimed new venture The Golden Swan. Matt discusses moving from the finance realm to the hospitality business in the mid-2000s with the opening Beatrice Inn, one…

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Emilia Fazzalari, Co-Founder and CEO of Cincoro Tequila and Cincoro Spirits Group 24:54

1+ y ago24:54

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Scott Kerr speaks to Emilia Fazzalari, co-founder and CEO of Cincoro Tequila, a super-premium tequila brand that she along with four NBA team owners (including Michael Jordan) launched in 2019. Emilia discusses how a serendipitous dinner with the four team owners led to the creation of Cincoro and starting a business as a complete outsider in the c…

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Jean Dousset, Founder & CEO of Jean Dousset 52:40

1+ y ago52:40

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Scott Kerr speaks to Jean Dousset, a descendant of Louis Cartier and founder of namesake designer jewelry brand Jean Dousset, about his journey from selling only natural diamonds to fully embracing lab-grown. Jean also discusses training at the most esteemed high jewelers before venturing solo, how his diamond engagement ring creations for Eva Long…

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James Gardner, Founder & CEO of Grupo Gitano 35:42

1+ y ago35:42

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Scott Kerr speaks to James Gardner, founder & CEO of Grupo Gitano, a growing celebrity-fueled hospitality group whose restaurant and beach club concepts are built through a fashion lens. James discusses his journey from technology to fashion to launching a ritzy seen-and-be-seen bar & kitchen concept on the beaches of Tulum, Mexico. He also talks a…

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Julie Macklowe, Founder and CEO of The Macklowe 34:51

1+ y ago34:51

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Scott Kerr is joined by serial entrepreneur Julie Macklowe, founder and CEO of The Macklowe, described as the first luxury American single malt whisky brand. Julie discusses how she turned her lifelong love of single malt whisky into an ultra-premium product that she calls "the Birkin bag of single malts." She also talks about her journey from hedg…

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Christopher Hunsberger, Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of Appellation 45:10

2y ago45:10

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On this episode of Facing the Giants podcast, Scott Kerr speaks with Christopher Hunsberger, co-founder and chief operating officer of Appellation, a new food-centric luxury hotel brand. Hunsberger, a veteran luxury hotelier who was an executive at Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts, discusses joining forces with celebrity chef Charlie Palmer to create …

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Vanessa Barboni Hallik, Founder and CEO of Another Tomorrow 29:36

2y ago29:36

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On this episode of Facing the Giants podcast, Scott Kerr speaks with Vanessa Barboni Hallik, founder and CEO of B Corp certified woman's luxury fashion brand Another Tomorrow. Vanessa discusses pivoting from finance to fashion, launching the brand during the pandemic, its three pillar value system that guides business decisions, meticulous sourcing…

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Charlie Clifford, Co-Founder and Director of ROAM 29:45

2y ago29:45

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On this episode of Facing the Giants podcast, Scott Kerr with down with entrepreneur Charlie Clifford, co-founder and director at ROAM, a direct-to-consumer premium luggage brand that allows people to completely customize the look of their suitcase. Clifford, who founded world-renowned Tumi in the 1970s, talks about finding a gap in the upper end o…

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Kate Swanson, Founder and CEO of ENSEMBL 40:14

2y ago40:14

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On this episode of Facing the Giants podcast, Scott Kerr talks to Kate Swanson, founder and CEO of ENSEMBL, a direct-to-consumer super-premium cookware brand with products that feature detachable handles to optimize space. Kate discusses her journey from attorney to entrepreneur and how Ensembl's radically redesigned cookware competes with both the…

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Veronique Gabai, Founder and CEO of Veronique Gabai 42:50

2y ago42:50

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On this episode of Facing the Giants podcast, Scott Kerr speaks with beauty industry veteran Veronique Gabai, founder and CEO of her eponymous fragrance line. Veronique discusses why she left her role as Global President of Estée Lauder Company to start her own fragrance brand and the strategies she took to successfully launch during the pandemic. …

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Stephanie Sarka, Co-Founder and CEO of 1 Atelier 33:54

2y ago33:54

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On this episode of Facing the Giants, Scott Kerr speaks with Stephanie Sarka, co-founder and CEO of 1 Atelier, a direct-to-consumer luxury accessories brand that combines old-fashioned craftsmanship and modern technology to allow customers to design their own luxury handbags from scratch. Stephanie discusses how hearing from women's dissatisfaction…

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Luis Torres, Co-Founder of Freud Cigar Co. 24:33

2+ y ago24:33

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On this episode of Facing the Giants, Scott Kerr speaks with Luis Torres, co-Founder of Freud Cigar Co. about the recent launch of the luxury cigar brand inspired by one of the most famous cigar smokers - Dr. Sigmund Freud. Luis talks about how they secured the Freud name and introducing a "SuperEgo" line to keep with the theme, why it's positioned…

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Gamze Ates, Founder and CEO of My Beachy Side 28:24

2+ y ago28:24

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On this episode of Facing the Giants, Scott Kerr speaks with Gamze Ates, founder and CEO of My Beachy Side, a mission-driven luxury resortwear brand handcrafted by underprivileged women from Turkey and Syria. Gamze discusses how she creates economic and growth opportunities for these disadvantaged women, the brand's sustainability practices, scalin…

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Paula Crown, Artist and Entrepreneur, AspenX 32:55

2+ y ago32:55

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On this episode of Facing the Giants, Scott Kerr speaks with artist and entrepreneur Paula Crown about the recent launch of AspenX, a new retail and experiential luxury lifestyle brand that captures the spirit of wealthy hotspot Aspen, Colorado. Crown, whose family owns the Aspen Skiing Company and iconic uber-luxe resort The Little Nell, discusses…

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Jean Lin, Founder and Creative Director at Colony 34:09

3y ago34:09

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On this episode of Facing the Giants, Scott Kerr sits down with Jean Lin, founder and creative director of Colony, a new kind of co-op platform for New York City’s thriving community of independent furniture, lighting, textile, and object designers. Jean discusses how she laid the ground-work for Colony in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy and the h…

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