Everyone Talks To Liz Claman

CEO of eMed Linda Yaccarino sits down for a rare, wide-ranging interview tracing her remarkable career journey—from a major first-day NBC internship mishap to scaling media empires and taking on the "purpose-driven stress test" of running Elon Musk's X. Linda explains why she ran toward the fire at Twitter, what it was really like behind closed doors with Elon Musk, and how she's now partnering with Tom Brady at eMed to revolutionize healthcare and democratize access to GLP-1 medications. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You're invited to enjoy this Everyone Talks To Liz classic with Co-Founder and CEO of Eventbrite, Julia Hartz. From ticketing small tech meetups and indie concerts to powering massive events like the Dalai Lama appearances, Eventbrite’s growth has been fueled by a passion for bringing people together.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

California Pizza Kitchen didn't just bring the iconic BBQ pizza to the Golden State; they brought it to the entire U.S., sparking a nationwide pizza craze and changing what America puts on its crust forever. California Pizza Kitchen co-founder Rick Rosenfield shares the wild story behind starting the business. Despite a rough ride, they prevailed and built a restaurant empire. He shares how two lawyers dove headfirst into the food business with zero experience, just a dream and an empty stomach.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Can squishy green slime cure crippling grief and build an empire? Discover how play turned rock bottom into a multi-million-dollar phenomenon. Liz revisits her conversation with former digital talent powerhouse Karen Rabinovitz. She breaks down how sensory play reignited her spark and led to co-founding the wildly popular Snoo/Slumoo Institute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Founder and CEO of Lunar Outpost, Justin Cyrus, shares his incredible journey from receiving the domain name LunarOutpost.com at age five to securing a massive NASA contract for the Pegasus Lunar Terrain Vehicle. He opens up about bootstrapping his startup after facing hundreds of rejections, learning from crash landings on the moon, and what it takes to build a permanent human presence on the lunar surface.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s an absolute pharmaceutical revolution as eMed CEO Linda Yaccarino and Chief Wellness Officer, seven-time Super Bowl champion, and FOX Sports lead NFL analyst Tom Brady join the Claman Countdown to talk about democratizing affordable, FDA-approved GLP-1 access through employers. Linda highlights how eMed leverages AI and clinical support to double industry standards for patient adherence, and Tom shares how he is translating his legendary NFL discipline straight into the corporate workforce. Later, he discusses his third season in the FOX Sports booth and his expectations for the Las Vegas Raiders' rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Liz revisits her conversation with the iconic Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi who shares how she went from being the pint-sized party queen of MTV’s Jersey Shore to powerhouse mom, author, and entrepreneur. Nicole shares a behind the scenes glimpse at her iconic reality tv moments, the emotional journey to connect with her biological family in Chile and what it was like ringing the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange. She also highlights how she built her successful fashion empire, The Snooki Shop, entirely on her own terms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The American Dream isn't handed to you; you have to fight for it. As America hits its historic 250th milestone, Liz spotlights three individuals who built empires on pure grit. OPI's Suzi Weiss-Fischman shares how she built a $230M nail polish giant. David's Bridal CEO Kelly Cook talks about why she celebrates failure. Plus, NFL Hall of Famer Curtis Martin reveals how he overcame a difficult childhood through sheer resilience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

No more sitting on hold; the future of medicine is here.  CEO and founder of Zocdoc, Oliver Kharraz, MD, shares how the innovative app got its start and is now using AI to reshape medicine. With his own medical background, Oliver explains why he and the other Zocdoc co-founders saw a definite need for this product to eliminate month-long wait times. Oliver describes how his company has revolutionized the way patients find and book doctor appointments and how many patients have found lifesaving, same-day care. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The founders of Lola Blankets, Will and Tommy Higham, share how they built their viral blanket brand from the bottom up following a very special, secret parting gift from their late mom. Despite having zero prior experience in the bedding industry, the brothers highlight everything from the trial-and-error science of creating their signature fabric to becoming the cozy luxury item that A-list celebrities swear by. They touch on staying fiercely loyal to their original mission: keeping things incredibly soft while donating blankets to breast cancer patients. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Liz Claman is in Beaverton, Oregon, at the Nike campus for "Just Do It Day" to meet with CEO Elliot Hill. With investor pressure mounting and the World Cup days away, Elliot describes his strategy to reverse the retail giant's trajectory. Elliot discusses moving past hyper-promotional online sales, reviving growth in the critical China market, and the highly anticipated upcoming signature sneaker lines.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Co-founder of Fazit Beauty Aliett Buttelman shares how she and her business partner started a beauty company that became a viral sensation thanks to their glitter freckle makeup patches. She raves about the product, a waterproof, sweat-proof glitter freckle patch, and how they landed a spot on Taylor Swift's face. Aliett explains how they have expanded their business into other beauty products, collaborating with major brands to leverage their success across beauty, sports, and pop culture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NFL Hall of Famer Curtis Martin has overcome every obstacle placed in his way. As one of the greatest running backs in NFL history, he shares why his story isn’t about his legendary success on the field, but about the incredible journey it took to get there. Curtis opens up about the childhood trauma that shaped his resilience, and the exact moments that transformed a terrified boy from the streets of Pittsburgh into a financial executive and sports legend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fox News Chief National Security Correspondent Jennifer Griffin to discuss her storied career, from dodging gunfire in Mogadishu to wearing a flak jacket while pregnant in Jerusalem.  Jennifer shares gripping stories of the "Bang Bang Club" in South Africa, the harrowing kidnapping of her colleagues, and why she believes the press is currently facing an unprecedented "controlled environment" at the Pentagon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Xtend co-founder and CEO Aviv Shapira shares how his fascination with flight began with breeding parrots as a 10-year-old and evolved into a software empire that now powers the U.S. and Israeli militaries. Aviv reveals how his company specializing in video games pivoted to military defense. He discusses Xtend’s software, which allows anyone to operate a drone in under three minutes, and explains how this technology is expanding into school security and law enforcement to protect American lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What is the secret to making it on Broadway? Ellen Hart says it's practice, grit, and serving milkshakes at Ellen’s Stardust Diner. As the owner of Ellen's Stardust Diner, Ellen Hart shares how she turned a retro diner into a world-famous talent incubator. From her days as Miss Subway 1959 to hosting mayors and future Tony Award winners, Ellen shares the highs and lows of building a New York City institution. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices