Episodes
On today's episode we're joined by Charity Auctioneer and author Lydia Fenet. Lydia has been named one of New York’s most influential women by Gotham magazine and she has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Vogue, Vanity Fair, and more. She is the leading charity auctioneer in the world and has single handedly has raised over a billion dollars for over 800 organizations. Her book 'CLAIM YOUR CONFIDENCE: Unlock Your Superpower and Create the Life You Want' is...
Published 04/27/23
Published 04/27/23
On today's episode Erika is joined but the CEO and found of Sh*t That I Knit, Christina Fagan Pardy. Christina created the brand simply because she loved knitting and felt passionate about it. She quit her full-time sales job and now runs multi-million dollar company that has been featured on The Today Show and even has partnerships with NFL, NHL, and Team USA Olympics. Christina and Erika discuss how she created the brand, quitting her full time job, doing things scared, why she loves...
Published 04/20/23
On today's episode Erika gives us an inside look at what's going on at Barstool including everything from new hires and change to reviewing the NYPD vs. FDNY hockey game. Plus we're joined by special guest, found and CEO of 'Sh*t I Knit', Christina Pardy Fagan to help us answer your career Q&A's. Erika and Christina get into making connectiona nd reaching out to people, future aspirations and making a big career change. Enjoy! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts,...
Published 04/18/23
On today's episode Erika is joined by reality star and author, Captain Sandy Yawn. Sandy is currently currently the captain on Bravo TV’s Below Deck Mediterranean and her debut book 'Be The Calm or Be The Storm: Leadership Lessons from a Women at the Helm' shares he leadership skills and critical thinking she displays as a captain, to empower anyone to navigate their way to a successful life. Sandy and Erika discuss Sandy's journey, hitting rock bottom, being a reality star, being a female...
Published 04/13/23
On today's episode Erika is joined by Tyler Mornin and Enrique to discuss Feits vs. the third floor and weighing if Barstool is becoming too corporate. Plus, Tyler answer your career Q&A's including working with family, imposter syndrome and switch jobs too early in your career. Enjoy! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/tokenceo
Published 04/11/23
On today's episode we're joined by Robyn DelMonte, the founder and creative director of Girl Boss Town. Robyn works as a marketing, branding, social strategy for brands and celebrities. Erika and Robyn discuss blowing up on TikTok, leaving a corporate job, marketing and PR, saving & money, finding your purpose and much more. Enjoy! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit...
Published 04/06/23
On today's episode Erika gives us an inside look at her week at Barstool. She discusses hiring new people, lay-off happening at other companies, WWE being sold, and the NCAA women's championship game. Plus as always we answer your questions including getting a raise, job security in this economy, telling your manager you don't want to be promoted and companies changing. Enjoy! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on...
Published 04/04/23
On today's episode we're joined by celebrity hair stylist, Chris Appleton. Chris is from Leicester, England and got his start in hair styling when he was 16 years old. He has worked with clients including Jennifer Lopez, Kim Kardashian West, Ariana Grande, Katy Perry and many more. He currently has a modeling contract with IMG Models and a new smoothie available at Erewhon. Chris and Erika talk about how he got his start, working in Hollywood, his favorite era of his life, hair styles and...
Published 03/30/23
On today's episode Erika gives us a a Barstool/Penn Entertainment update, plus reminisces about the old Barstool days in lieu of the drama happening in the office. As always we answer your questions including setting expectations at work, leaving a job with a great boss, encouraging employees without dampening their spirits and catching red flags. Enjoy! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more,...
Published 03/28/23
On today's episode Erika is joined by Peloton instructor and CEO of Love Squad, Ally Love. Ally was born and raised in Miami, Florida and moved to New York when she moved for college to attend Fordham College. She currently works as a Peloton instructor, an in arena reporter for the Brooklyn Nets and she is the CEO of her own brand, Love Squad, Fitness and lifestyle website meant to empower women in business, fitness, and life. Erika and Ally discuss her dance career, how she got her start at...
Published 03/23/23
On today's episode Erika gives a little of what she's been thinking and reading about and always we answer your Q&A's including, not getting rewarded at work, getting advice about the future of your career and getting rejected for a job. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/tokenceo
Published 03/21/23
On today’s episode we’re joined by award winning journalist and author, Paula Faris. Faris formally worked on in Television including, World News Now, American This morning, Good Morning America and The View co-hosting and co-anchoring. After leaving the television industry Faris founded a company called CARRY Media, which celebrates, champions and advocates for working moms by giving them a voice. She now has a book out called You Don't Have to Carry It All: Ditch the Mom Guilt and Find a...
Published 03/16/23
On today’s episode, Erika gives us a look into her first Penn Entertainment board meeting that she attended last week in Colorado. We discuss welcoming new people at work and being open to learning from them and constantly asking questions. Plus, she takes a look at the Barstool offsite meeting happening this week (that Gaz will be in charge of (Happy Birthday Gaz!)) and what will be discussed, including how Barstool is changing, where the company wants to be in 5 to 10 years, the evolution...
Published 03/14/23
On today's episode we are joined by Sam Catalina (again!). Sam is currently the Chief Marketing Officer at Phusion Projects. Phusion Projects was created 15 years ago by Jason Freeman and Jeff Wright after they created Four Loko. Sam joins us to discuss creating Pirate Water, partnering with Barstool Sports, her career and how she got to Phusion, what other products Phusion has created and much more. Enjoy! (00:02:21) What is Phusion Projects? (00:06:09) How Sam Got to Phusion (00:08:21)...
Published 03/09/23
On today’s episode, we are joined by the CMO of Phusion Projects, Samantha Catalina. Sam joins us this week in the NYC office for the launch of Barstool’s newest malt beverage, Pirate Water. Sam and Erika answer all your career and business questions including, how to handle being spoken down to, finding a mentor, changing industries and telling your boss about applying to new jobs. Stay tuned for Thursday’s episode where we learn more about Sam, the launch of Pirate Water and Phusion...
Published 03/07/23
On today's episode we're joined by women's professional hockey player and Olympic Gold Medalist, Brianna Decker. Brianna joins Erika to announce her retirement from playing hockey. Brianna has played professional hockey since 2015 and has appeared in three Olympics. She discusses why she decided to retire, what she's going to do moving forward, her injury from last years Olympics, what she'll miss the most and much more. Enjoy! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts,...
Published 03/02/23
On today's episode Erika gives us a look inside at her week at Barstool. We are a week into the Penn acquisition and Erika tells us about changes that have happened (and haven't happened) plus what will change in the future and the business strategies the company is moving forward with. We also take a look at the launch of Pirate Water and preview the upcoming Rough 'N Rowdy, which features another female headline fight. And as always we answer your business Q&A's including standing out...
Published 02/28/23
On today’s episode we take another look at the Penn Entertainment x Barstool Sports acquisition. Erika, Gaz and other Barstool employees traveled to Atlantic City last week for the yearly Penn Entertainment business conference. Erika gives an inside look at Barstool Sports to the Penn employees and talks about the future of the partnership. Plus, we are also joined by Erika’s friend and executive producer of the Megyn Kelly Show,Steve Krakauer. Steve’s new book, Uncovered: How the Media Got...
Published 02/23/23
On today's episode we take an inside look at the Barstool Sports and Penn Entertainment acquisition. Erika give us an inside look at all the ins and outs of the deal and we also get to hear from Jay Snowden and other Penn employees on why they chose Barstool, what changes will be made, how the deal happened and much more. Enjoy! (00:02:24) Penn x Barstool Company Meeting (00:19:28) Q&A You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can...
Published 02/21/23
On today's episode Erika checks in with us for the mid-quarter review. She takes a look at her own personal and life goals and gives advice on how you need to approach the mid-year coming up. Plus we're joined by Out & About host, Joey Camasta and the two discuss Joey's mid-qaurter review, his content coming up and his life and work goals. Enjoy! (00:02:11) Mid-Quarter Check-in (00:12:08) Joey Camasta You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime...
Published 02/16/23
On today’s episode Erika is joined by Barstool Sports content creator, Kelly Keegs. Erika and Kelly discuss all things from The Big Game including the advertisements, Rihanna’s halftime performance and how she marketed herself and her business. Plus Kelly tells us about all things happening in the entertainment world. As always Erika answers your career and business questions including getting a job from an internship, giving constructive feedback, moving to a start-up and respect in the...
Published 02/14/23
On today’s episode Erika is joined by Jamie Erdahl. Jamie is currently the host of Good Morning Football on NFL Network and a former sideline reporter for the SEC on CBS. Jamie and Erika discuss the NFC and AFC Championship games, how Jamie got her job at NFL Network, her previous jobs, who’s going to win the “Big Game”, loving your job, being the new person at work and much more. Enjoy! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen...
Published 02/09/23
On today's episode Erika is joined by Donna Kelce, the mother of Jason and Travis Kelce and the first mother to have 2 sons play in the Super Bowl. Donna gives us the secret to raising 2 NFL players and tells us her plans for after the game, no matter what the results. Erika also answers your questions on performance reviews with a new boss, being too direct and transitioning to becoming a manager. Enjoy! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime...
Published 02/07/23
On today’s episode Erika is joined by her friend and CEO, Michelle Smith. Michelle has spent her career in financial services and is currently the CEO of Source Financial Advisors. She has dedicated her career to advocating for women’s financial literacy and has also founded Wife2CFO, for women who want to take control of their financial future. Erika and Michelle discuss creating and maintaining a budget, how much money you need to save and invest to have a million dollars, financing your...
Published 02/02/23