How Donna Langley Became the Most Powerful Woman in Entertainment | Aspire with Emma Grede Emma Grede 2025-08-26 | 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 Wight in England with no Hollywood connections to becoming one of the most powerful women in Hollywood. She opens up about the moments of doubt, the gut instincts that overrode the data, and the unpopular decisions that ultimately paid off. She worked on billion-dollar blockbusters like Oppenheimer, Fast & Furious, and Mamma Mia and built her career on resilience, decency as a superpower, and finding your voice in rooms where you’re outnumbered.In her first-ever podcast interview, Donna shares the leadership lessons that helped her champion underdog stories, turn unlikely ideas into global hits, and lead with integrity in an industry famous for chaos. Donna Langley is proof that you can start from anywhere, trust your instincts, and build the career—and the life—you want.#hollywood #nbcuniversal #business #podcast #interview #aspirewithemmagrede #wicked #fastandfurious #oppenheimer #womeninbusiness #leadership #media #businessadvice _____SUBSCRIBEyoutube.com/@EmmaGrede?sub_confirmation=1_____ABOUT ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDEBuild the life of your dreams and learn from the world’s most successful people.Emma Grede, one of America’s richest self-made women - wants you to make the most of your life. On ‘Aspire with Emma Grede', learn through thought-provoking conversations with some of the most successful and smartest minds on the planet, including goop founder Gwyneth Paltrow, investor, philanthropist and former chair of Starbucks, Mellody Hobson, podcast host Jay Shetty, billionaire entrepreneur and Shark Tank star Mark Cuban, and public luminaries like Meghan, Duchess of Sussex and former First Lady Michelle Obama. Each episode will unpack their habits, philosophy, and strategies, covering career advice, well-being, psychology and, of course, how to win in business. The show offers personal stories, data-driven advice, real-world strategies, and the experience you need, to turn your dreams into reality.LISTEN TO ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDElink.pscrb.fm/f0281/Aspire_YTABOUT EMMA GREDEEmma Grede is a founding partner and chief product officer of SKIMS and CEO of Good American. She also made history as the first Black woman to serve as an investor on Shark Tank.00:00:00 Introduction00:01:18 From the Isle of Wight to Queen of Hollywood00:07:03 Moving to Los Angeles00:12:21 New Line Cinema: Donna's big break00:15:54 Backing Austin Powers00:19:55 Does Donna have the "Midas Touch"00:22:19 How being a woman has contributed to Donna's success00:27:49 Ad Break00:30:16 Making unpopular decisions00:33:45 How to build consensus00:37:59 How Donna built her leadership skills00:41:15 Trusting your gut and dealing with failure00:46:19 What makes an effective leader?00:48:56 Ad Break00:51:07 A British Dame living the "American Dream"00:53:50 Did #MeToo actually change Hollywood?00:57:17 Is it intimidating being the minority in a board room?01:00:16 Donna's maternity leave regret and advice01:06:56 Ad Break01:09:12 Advice for aspiring executives01:11:58 Rap music fan & what's next01:17:05 Rapid Fire Questions
The right habits for long-term success aren’t just about sleep, food, and exercise. ✨#podcast Emma Grede 2025-10-05 | They’re also about:🌱 Honing your intuition🌳 Spending time in nature💪 Listening to your body’s signals🤝 Surrounding yourself with the right communitySuccess isn’t only about logic, it’s about connection, balance, and the people you keep close. New episode of Aspire with Emma Grede and Dr. Tara Swart out now. 🎙️✨#aspirewithemmagrede #podcastclips #neuroscience #selfimprovement #intuition #community #happiness #success #successmindset #healthyhabits
Your inner voice can be wisdom… or it can be fear. Do you know the difference? 💭 #intuition Emma Grede 2025-10-03 | ✨ Intuition is your inner wisdom, it guides you positively.⚡ Instinct is often fear-based, it’s there to protect you, but it can also hold you back.💡 The key is learning to tell them apart.When you step outside the self-doubt and negative talk, you’ll find a guiding light within you that’s worth listening to. 🌟 Watch Aspire with Emma Grede and Dr. Tara Swart now or listen on @ApplePodcasts and across platforms! ✨#instinct #aspirewithemmagrede #podcast #podcastclips #business #relationship #selfimprovement #neuroscience _____SUBSCRIBEyoutube.com/@EmmaGrede?sub_confirmation=1_____ABOUT ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDEBuild the life of your dreams and learn from the world’s most successful people.Emma Grede, one of America’s richest self-made women - wants you to make the most of your life. On ‘Aspire with Emma Grede', learn through thought-provoking conversations with some of the most successful and smartest minds on the planet, including goop founder Gwyneth Paltrow, investor, philanthropist and former chair of Starbucks, Mellody Hobson, podcast host Jay Shetty, billionaire entrepreneur and Shark Tank star Mark Cuban, and public luminaries like Meghan, Duchess of Sussex and former First Lady Michelle Obama. Each episode will unpack their habits, philosophy and strategies, covering career advice, well-being, psychology and of course how to win in business. The show offers personal stories, data-driven advice, real-world strategies, and the experience you need, to turn your dreams into reality.LISTEN TO ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDElink.pscrb.fm/f0281/Aspire_YTABOUT EMMA GREDEEmma Grede is a founding partner and chief product officer of SKIMS and CEO of Good American. She also made history as the first Black woman to serve as an investor on Shark Tank.
Sleep isn’t just rest, it’s your brain’s cleaning system. 😴🧠 #lifehacks #sleepbetter Emma Grede 2025-10-02 | Here’s what you’ll take away from this episode:✨ Why side sleeping helps your brain detox overnight💡 How quality sleep protects long-term brain health and lowers dementia risk🌿 The surprising link between sleep, intuition, and creativity🧠 Practical tips you can use tonight to get the most out of your brain + bodyBecause it’s not just about 7 hours of sleep, it’s about protecting your future self. 💫 Watch Emma Grede's full conversation with neuroscientist Dr. Tara Swart, or listen on Apple Podcasts and across platforms! 🎙️#aspirewithemmagrede #podcast #podcastclips #neuroscience #sleep #sleepbetter #health #wellness #stressrelief #stress #selfimprovement _____SUBSCRIBEyoutube.com/@EmmaGrede?sub_confirmation=1_____ABOUT ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDEBuild the life of your dreams and learn from the world’s most successful people.Emma Grede, one of America’s richest self-made women - wants you to make the most of your life. On ‘Aspire with Emma Grede', learn through thought-provoking conversations with some of the most successful and smartest minds on the planet, including goop founder Gwyneth Paltrow, investor, philanthropist and former chair of Starbucks, Mellody Hobson, podcast host Jay Shetty, billionaire entrepreneur and Shark Tank star Mark Cuban, and public luminaries like Meghan, Duchess of Sussex and former First Lady Michelle Obama. Each episode will unpack their habits, philosophy and strategies, covering career advice, well-being, psychology and of course how to win in business. The show offers personal stories, data-driven advice, real-world strategies, and the experience you need, to turn your dreams into reality.LISTEN TO ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDElink.pscrb.fm/f0281/Aspire_YTABOUT EMMA GREDEEmma Grede is a founding partner and chief product officer of SKIMS and CEO of Good American. She also made history as the first Black woman to serve as an investor on Shark Tank.
Why Dr. Tara Swart Believes We Can Talk To The Dead | Aspire with Emma Grede Emma Grede 2025-10-02 | Can you actually communicate with loved ones after they die? Neuroscientist Dr. Tara Swart talks to Emma Grede about her new book, The Signs: The New Science of How to Trust Your Instincts, which explores her own experiences and her research on "terminal lucidity," a phenomenon where patients with severe brain damage suddenly regain full clarity before passing.Dr. Swart opens up about her own story of loss--her husband’s passing from leukemia--and how it set her on a journey that transformed her life, career, and understanding of the spirit. From scientific studies to personal encounters, she explains why she believes our spirit doesn’t vanish after death and how we may still find ways to connect with loved ones we’ve lost.Watch the full interview: youtu.be/w-7K757PODk#neuroscience #aspirewithemmagrede #podcast #afterlife #soul #lifeafterdeath #spirituality #science _____SUBSCRIBEyoutube.com/@EmmaGrede?sub_confirmation=1_____ABOUT ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDEBuild the life of your dreams and learn from the world’s most successful people.Emma Grede, one of America’s richest self-made women - wants you to make the most of your life. On ‘Aspire with Emma Grede', learn through thought-provoking conversations with some of the most successful and smartest minds on the planet, including goop founder Gwyneth Paltrow, investor, philanthropist and former chair of Starbucks, Mellody Hobson, podcast host Jay Shetty, billionaire entrepreneur and Shark Tank star Mark Cuban, and public luminaries like Meghan, Duchess of Sussex and former First Lady Michelle Obama. Each episode will unpack their habits, philosophy and strategies, covering career advice, well-being, psychology and of course how to win in business. The show offers personal stories, data-driven advice, real-world strategies, and the experience you need, to turn your dreams into reality.LISTEN TO ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDElink.pscrb.fm/f0281/Aspire_YTABOUT EMMA GREDEEmma Grede is a founding partner and chief product officer of SKIMS and CEO of Good American. She also made history as the first Black woman to serve as an investor on Shark Tank.
Want to train your brain to take smarter risks and unlock more success? #podcast 🧠🚀 Emma Grede 2025-10-01 | This week, Dr.Tara Swart shares with Emma Grede the neuroscience behind decision-making, and how you can use it to your advantage.⚡ Learn why your brain avoids risks (and how to overcome it)🧩 Spot the hidden mental patterns that shape your choices🚀 Build the confidence to take bold, smart risks in business + life💡 Apply practical neuroscience to achieve your next big goalTools you can use today to think clearer, lead stronger, and thrive. Out now on @YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen. 🎙️✨#aspirewithemmagrede #neuroscience #lifehacks #stressrelief #stress #fearoffailure #podcastclips _____SUBSCRIBEyoutube.com/@EmmaGrede?sub_confirmation=1_____ABOUT ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDEBuild the life of your dreams and learn from the world’s most successful people.Emma Grede, one of America’s richest self-made women - wants you to make the most of your life. On ‘Aspire with Emma Grede', learn through thought-provoking conversations with some of the most successful and smartest minds on the planet, including goop founder Gwyneth Paltrow, investor, philanthropist and former chair of Starbucks, Mellody Hobson, podcast host Jay Shetty, billionaire entrepreneur and Shark Tank star Mark Cuban, and public luminaries like Meghan, Duchess of Sussex and former First Lady Michelle Obama. Each episode will unpack their habits, philosophy and strategies, covering career advice, well-being, psychology and of course how to win in business. The show offers personal stories, data-driven advice, real-world strategies, and the experience you need, to turn your dreams into reality.LISTEN TO ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDElink.pscrb.fm/f0281/Aspire_YTABOUT EMMA GREDEEmma Grede is a founding partner and chief product officer of SKIMS and CEO of Good American. She also made history as the first Black woman to serve as an investor on Shark Tank.
Your brain is your greatest superpower 🧠 #unlockyourpotential Emma Grede 2025-09-30 | This week on #AspireWithEmmaGrede, neuroscientist & MIT lecturer Dr. Tara Swart reveals how to unlock it:🌱 Daily habits to beat stress🧘 Quick resets with breathwork & micro-habits⚡ How to strengthen your intuition🚫 The truth about multitasking🔄 Why you can rewire your brain at any ageA masterclass in making your mind work for you, not against you. The key to success, resilience, and happiness is already inside your head. New episode out now on @YouTube and wherever you listen 🎙💫#motivation #aspirewithemmagrede #stressrelief #stressmanagement #lifehacks #healthylifestyle #multitasking
Unlock Your Brain’s Full Potential | Aspire with Emma Grede Emma Grede 2025-09-30 | Aspire with Emma Grede is a finalist for Best New Podcast with Signal’s Listener Choice Awards! Vote at: vote.signalaward.com/PublicVoting#/2025/shows/genre/best-new-podcast______________What if the key to success, resilience, and happiness is already inside your head? In this episode, neuroscientist, executive coach, and MIT lecturer Dr. Tara Swart joins Emma to reveal how to unlock the full power of your brain. From managing stress and anxiety to strengthening intuition, building resilience, and rewiring your mindset for success, Dr. Swart breaks down the science in a way that’s practical, inspiring, and immediately useful.You’ll learn:The simple daily habits that protect your brain from stress and burnoutHow to reset your nervous system in minutes with breathwork and micro-habitsWhy intuition is a superpower—and how to strengthen itThe truth about multitasking and how it sabotages productivityWhy creativity, nature, and even beauty are essential for brain healthHow neuroplasticity proves you can rewire your brain at any ageThe surprising link between purpose, community, and long-term successThis conversation is a guide to thriving in work, relationships, and life.👉 If you’ve ever wondered how to make your brain work for you instead of against you, this is the episode you don’t want to miss.#aspirewithemmagrede #neuroscience #confidence #potential #habits #success #successmindset #motivation #creativity _____SUBSCRIBEyoutube.com/@EmmaGrede?sub_confirmation=1_____ABOUT ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDEBuild the life of your dreams and learn from the world’s most successful people.Emma Grede, one of America’s richest self-made women - wants you to make the most of your life. On ‘Aspire with Emma Grede', learn through thought-provoking conversations with some of the most successful and smartest minds on the planet, including goop founder Gwyneth Paltrow, investor, philanthropist and former chair of Starbucks, Mellody Hobson, podcast host Jay Shetty, billionaire entrepreneur and Shark Tank star Mark Cuban, and public luminaries like Meghan, Duchess of Sussex and former First Lady Michelle Obama. Each episode will unpack their habits, philosophy and strategies, covering career advice, well-being, psychology and of course how to win in business. The show offers personal stories, data-driven advice, real-world strategies, and the experience you need, to turn your dreams into reality.LISTEN TO ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDElink.pscrb.fm/f0281/Aspire_YTABOUT EMMA GREDEEmma Grede is a founding partner and chief product officer of SKIMS and CEO of Good American. She also made history as the first Black woman to serve as an investor on Shark Tank.00:00:00 Vote for Aspire!00:00:49 Introduction00:02:32 How stress and anxiety are effecting women00:05:22 Are men's and women's brains actually different?00:08:41 Hacks for lowering stress00:15:08 Is multitasking sabotaging your productivity?00:18:53 How to train yourself to override your fears00:23:02 Ad Break00:24:42 Identifying intuition vs. instinct00:27:56 Learning to listen to your intuition00:34:28 Neuroplasticity: how to "rewire" your brain00:39:07 How AI is will change our brains00:44:59 The importance of the arts00:46:24 Ad Break00:48:58 The right habits for long-term success00:55:23 How stress is actually contagious01:00:57 Big takeaways to change your life01:03:30 Ad Break01:05:28 Find "purpose" in your work01:09:41 Tips to get the most out of your brain01:16:13 You are capable of more than you realize01:18:20 Rapid Fire Questions
What are you avoiding? What are you scared of doing? 👀✨ #selfimprovement Emma Grede 2025-09-29 | The truth is, the magic you’re looking for is usually hiding in the work you resist the most. Big changes don’t come from dramatic moves. They come from:🌱 Small, consistent actions⚡ Lowering resistance to starting💡 Building habits that feel almost effortlessIf you can’t say it out loud, write it down, or even admit it to yourself… it’s never going to happen. Aspire with Emma Grede is out now on @YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen. 🎙️#podcast #aspirewithemmagrede #businessadvice #motivation #lifehacks #lifehabits #habits #gameplan #sharktank #podcastclips #shorts _____SUBSCRIBEyoutube.com/@EmmaGrede?sub_confirmation=1_____ABOUT ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDEBuild the life of your dreams and learn from the world’s most successful people.Emma Grede, one of America’s richest self-made women - wants you to make the most of your life. On ‘Aspire with Emma Grede', learn through thought-provoking conversations with some of the most successful and smartest minds on the planet, including goop founder Gwyneth Paltrow, investor, philanthropist and former chair of Starbucks, Mellody Hobson, podcast host Jay Shetty, billionaire entrepreneur and Shark Tank star Mark Cuban, and public luminaries like Meghan, Duchess of Sussex and former First Lady Michelle Obama. Each episode will unpack their habits, philosophy and strategies, covering career advice, well-being, psychology and of course how to win in business. The show offers personal stories, data-driven advice, real-world strategies, and the experience you need, to turn your dreams into reality.LISTEN TO ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDElink.pscrb.fm/f0281/Aspire_YTABOUT EMMA GREDEEmma Grede is a founding partner and chief product officer of SKIMS and CEO of Good American. She also made history as the first Black woman to serve as an investor on Shark Tank.
Most people rely on willpower. The smarter way? Habit stacking. ✨ #lifehacks Emma Grede 2025-09-28 | This week on Aspire, Emma Grede shares how she links new habits to routines that already exist, so change feels effortless, not forced.👩👧 Bringing her kids along on work trips🎧 Swapping music for podcasts in the car💫 Turning travel into family or relationship timeIt’s not about adding more to your plate, it’s about building better habits right into your life.What’s one habit you could stack onto something you already do? Drop it in the comments ⬇️#aspirewithemmagrede #advice #business #businessadvice #personalgrowth #habitsthatchangeyourlife #workingmom #worklifebalance _____SUBSCRIBEyoutube.com/@EmmaGrede?sub_confirmation=1_____ABOUT ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDEBuild the life of your dreams and learn from the world’s most successful people.Emma Grede, one of America’s richest self-made women - wants you to make the most of your life. On ‘Aspire with Emma Grede', learn through thought-provoking conversations with some of the most successful and smartest minds on the planet, including goop founder Gwyneth Paltrow, investor, philanthropist and former chair of Starbucks, Mellody Hobson, podcast host Jay Shetty, billionaire entrepreneur and Shark Tank star Mark Cuban, and public luminaries like Meghan, Duchess of Sussex and former First Lady Michelle Obama. Each episode will unpack their habits, philosophy and strategies, covering career advice, well-being, psychology and of course how to win in business. The show offers personal stories, data-driven advice, real-world strategies, and the experience you need, to turn your dreams into reality.LISTEN TO ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDElink.pscrb.fm/f0281/Aspire_YTABOUT EMMA GREDEEmma Grede is a founding partner and chief product officer of SKIMS and CEO of Good American. She also made history as the first Black woman to serve as an investor on Shark Tank.
Life will always get in the way. The trick is having a plan for when it does. ✨ Emma Grede 2025-09-27 | In this week’s episode, Emma Grede shares one of her favorite planning hacks: if-then scenarios.✅ If she doesn’t have time to journal in the morning → she takes 5 minutes before bed.✅ If she doesn’t finish her to-do list → she completes the single most important task.✅ If an event keeps her from being home before bedtime → she does the school drop-off the next morning.Simple shifts, massive impact. This is how Emma stays on track when life happens, and how you can too. What’s one if-then scenario you’re putting in place this year? Drop it below ⬇️#business #aspirewithemmagrede #advice #lifehacks #personalgrowth _____SUBSCRIBEyoutube.com/@EmmaGrede?sub_confirmation=1_____ABOUT ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDEBuild the life of your dreams and learn from the world’s most successful people.Emma Grede, one of America’s richest self-made women - wants you to make the most of your life. On ‘Aspire with Emma Grede', learn through thought-provoking conversations with some of the most successful and smartest minds on the planet, including goop founder Gwyneth Paltrow, investor, philanthropist and former chair of Starbucks, Mellody Hobson, podcast host Jay Shetty, billionaire entrepreneur and Shark Tank star Mark Cuban, and public luminaries like Meghan, Duchess of Sussex and former First Lady Michelle Obama. Each episode will unpack their habits, philosophy and strategies, covering career advice, well-being, psychology and of course how to win in business. The show offers personal stories, data-driven advice, real-world strategies, and the experience you need, to turn your dreams into reality.LISTEN TO ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDElink.pscrb.fm/f0281/Aspire_YTABOUT EMMA GREDEEmma Grede is a founding partner and chief product officer of SKIMS and CEO of Good American. She also made history as the first Black woman to serve as an investor on Shark Tank.
Most people fail at their goals because they try to do too much at once. 🧠✨ #lifelessons Emma Grede 2025-09-26 | The science is clear:📌 Limit your goals, increase your repetition📈 66 days is the average to lock in one habit⚡ Focus + consistency strengthen neural pathways🚫 Multitasking + overload weaken themForget the list of 50 things. Four clear categories with small stepping stones? That’s how real progress is made. Watch at the link above or listen to Emma Grede’s solo ep of #aspirewithemmagrede now across platforms! 🎙️#podcastclips #podcast #entrepreneur #entrepreneurship #lifehacks #goalsetting #motivation #startup #femalefounders #habitsthatchangeyourlife #shorts #sharktank #billionairemindset #billionaire _____SUBSCRIBEyoutube.com/@EmmaGrede?sub_confirmation=1_____ABOUT ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDEBuild the life of your dreams and learn from the world’s most successful people.Emma Grede, one of America’s richest self-made women - wants you to make the most of your life. On ‘Aspire with Emma Grede', learn through thought-provoking conversations with some of the most successful and smartest minds on the planet, including goop founder Gwyneth Paltrow, investor, philanthropist and former chair of Starbucks, Mellody Hobson, podcast host Jay Shetty, billionaire entrepreneur and Shark Tank star Mark Cuban, and public luminaries like Meghan, Duchess of Sussex and former First Lady Michelle Obama. Each episode will unpack their habits, philosophy and strategies, covering career advice, well-being, psychology and of course how to win in business. The show offers personal stories, data-driven advice, real-world strategies, and the experience you need, to turn your dreams into reality.LISTEN TO ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDElink.pscrb.fm/f0281/Aspire_YTABOUT EMMA GREDEEmma Grede is a founding partner and chief product officer of SKIMS and CEO of Good American. She also made history as the first Black woman to serve as an investor on Shark Tank.
Trade-offs are real, and no one gets everything without giving something in return. ⚖️✨ Emma Grede 2025-09-25 | In this week’s episode of #aspire, Emma Grede gets honest about what it really takes to move forward:💼 Want the promotion? Expect extra hours.👨👩👧 Want a family? Some social plans may shift.🌟 Want growth? Be ready to sacrifice for it.To get something you’ve never had, you’ll need to do something you’ve never done. That’s not just a quote, it’s fact. Out now on @YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen. 🎙️#podcastclips #roadmap #lifeadvice #business #businessadvice #selfimprovement #startup #motivation #realtalk #podcast #entrepreneur #billionaire #sharktank _____SUBSCRIBEyoutube.com/@EmmaGrede?sub_confirmation=1_____ABOUT ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDEBuild the life of your dreams and learn from the world’s most successful people.Emma Grede, one of America’s richest self-made women - wants you to make the most of your life. On ‘Aspire with Emma Grede', learn through thought-provoking conversations with some of the most successful and smartest minds on the planet, including goop founder Gwyneth Paltrow, investor, philanthropist and former chair of Starbucks, Mellody Hobson, podcast host Jay Shetty, billionaire entrepreneur and Shark Tank star Mark Cuban, and public luminaries like Meghan, Duchess of Sussex and former First Lady Michelle Obama. Each episode will unpack their habits, philosophy and strategies, covering career advice, well-being, psychology and of course how to win in business. The show offers personal stories, data-driven advice, real-world strategies, and the experience you need, to turn your dreams into reality.LISTEN TO ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDElink.pscrb.fm/f0281/Aspire_YTABOUT EMMA GREDEEmma Grede is a founding partner and chief product officer of SKIMS and CEO of Good American. She also made history as the first Black woman to serve as an investor on Shark Tank.
What if you planned your life with the clarity and structure you’d bring to running a business? ✨📈 Emma Grede 2025-09-24 | In this episode, Emma Grede breaks down the system she’s used for years to turn goals into reality. Here’s what you’ll take away:📝 Five questions to guide your yearly plan⚡ The science of habits that actually stick🌱 How small, consistent actions drive massive change💡 A framework to design your year with intentionThis isn’t about resolutions. It’s about building a life that works, by design. Emma’s solo episode is out now on @YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen. 🎙️✨#aspirewithemmagrede #shorts #podcast #podcastclips #business #businessadvice #startup #lifehacks #lifehacks #organization #goals #goalsetting _____SUBSCRIBEyoutube.com/@EmmaGrede?sub_confirmation=1_____ABOUT ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDEBuild the life of your dreams and learn from the world’s most successful people.Emma Grede, one of America’s richest self-made women - wants you to make the most of your life. On ‘Aspire with Emma Grede', learn through thought-provoking conversations with some of the most successful and smartest minds on the planet, including goop founder Gwyneth Paltrow, investor, philanthropist and former chair of Starbucks, Mellody Hobson, podcast host Jay Shetty, billionaire entrepreneur and Shark Tank star Mark Cuban, and public luminaries like Meghan, Duchess of Sussex and former First Lady Michelle Obama. Each episode will unpack their habits, philosophy and strategies, covering career advice, well-being, psychology and of course how to win in business. The show offers personal stories, data-driven advice, real-world strategies, and the experience you need, to turn your dreams into reality.LISTEN TO ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDElink.pscrb.fm/f0281/Aspire_YTABOUT EMMA GREDEEmma Grede is a founding partner and chief product officer of SKIMS and CEO of Good American. She also made history as the first Black woman to serve as an investor on Shark Tank.
How to create a plan that actually turns your dreams into reality ✨#changeyourlife Emma Grede 2025-09-23 | On my birthday today, I wanted to give you something different, a solo episode on @aspirewithemmagrede where I share the exact framework I use to map out my life and goals step by step.For me, nothing has ever happened by accident. Every breakthrough in business, family, and life has been directly tied to what I knew I wanted and what I was willing to do to make it real. I believe my life deserves that level of intention, and I think yours does too.This isn’t about resolutions that fade. It’s about building a system that makes change stick and designing your life like it matters, because it does.#lifelessons #business #aspirewithemmagrede #advice #accountability #lifehacks #lifehack
Roadmap Your Goals: A Business Plan for Your Life | Aspire with Emma Grede Emma Grede 2025-09-23 | On her birthday, Emma reveals the exact system she uses to turn dreams into reality and how you can use it too. In this solo episode, Emma shares the step-by-step planning tools that have guided her life and career: from building businesses to creating meaningful family moments.You’ll learn:The 5 powerful questions Emma asks herself every yearHow to harness the “fresh start effect” to build lasting habitsWhy small, consistent actions matter more than big leapsHow to plan for setbacks and stay on trackThe secret to designing a life you truly loveIf you’ve ever set a big New Year’s resolution only to forget it by February, this episode will give you the roadmap to finally stick with your goals and make them happen.Subscribe for more inspiring conversations with Emma Grede.Drop your answers to Emma’s 5 questions in the comments — we want to hear from you!_____SUBSCRIBEyoutube.com/@EmmaGrede?sub_confirmation=1_____#aspirewithemmagrede #business #businessadvice #roadmap #lifeplan #selfimprovement ABOUT ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDEBuild the life of your dreams and learn from the world’s most successful people.Emma Grede, one of America’s richest self-made women, wants you to make the most of your life. On ‘Aspire with Emma Grede', learn through thought-provoking conversations with some of the most successful and smartest minds on the planet, including goop founder Gwyneth Paltrow, investor, philanthropist and former chair of Starbucks, Mellody Hobson, podcast host Jay Shetty, billionaire entrepreneur and Shark Tank star Mark Cuban, and public luminaries like Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, Charlamagne Tha God, Jessica Alba, former First Lady Michelle Obama, and Netflix Co-CEO Ted Sarandos. Each episode will unpack their habits, philosophy and strategies, covering career advice, well-being, psychology, and, of course, how to win in business. The show offers personal stories, data-driven advice, real-world strategies, and the experience you need to turn your dreams into reality.LISTEN TO ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDElink.pscrb.fm/f0281/Aspire_YTABOUT EMMA GREDEEmma Grede is a founding partner and chief product officer of SKIMS and CEO of Good American. She also made history as the first Black woman to serve as an investor on Shark Tank.00:00 Emma's system for setting and achieving your goals08:29 Ad Break12:00 5 questions to ask yourself each year16:11 What are you willing to give?17:34 How to prioritize your goals and "habit stack"21:09 Find your accountability partner21:52 Emma's process in action23:58 Learn from Charlamagne Tha God25:54 Be reflective when you fail26:42 Ad Break29:37 How to track your progress31:18 What you should take away from this episode
He didn’t just rise to the top, he rewrote the rules of leadership along the way. ✨#podcast Emma Grede 2025-09-21 | From a video rental store to the C-suite at @Netflix, Ted Sarandos has redefined what entertainment looks like on a global stage, and what it means to lead with vision. 🎬On this week’s episode of #aspirewithemmagrede, Ted shares:⚡ Why trusting your gut matters more than playing it safe💡 How to make the toughest calls as a leader🌱 Why values and vision matter more than algorithms🔥 How to keep innovating even when you’re on topIf you’re building a team, growing a company, or stepping into leadership, this conversation is for you. Full episode out now on @YouTube, @ApplePodcasts, and wherever you listen. 🎙💫#business #leadership #netflix #lifelessons #selfimprovement #aspirewithemmagrede #podcastclips ##businessadvice #shorts #interview
The influence of culture goes far beyond the screen. 🌍✨ #netflix #podcast Emma Grede 2025-09-20 | Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, shows how a single story can move markets, from $20 shoes to $1,500 blankets selling out worldwide.⚡ The ripple effect of cultural relevance💡 How influence shapes commerce globally🌱 Why entertainment is the foundation of consumer brandsA closer look at how storytelling translates into real-world impact. Out now on @YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen. 🎙️✨#business #royalfamily #meghanmarkle #princeharry #branding #marketing
The stories that shape culture don’t happen by accident. 🎬✨#aspirewithemmagrede Emma Grede 2025-09-19 | Ted Sarandos shares how @Netflix takes on the financial risk with creators, making room for bigger, bolder, more ambitious storytelling than platforms like @YouTube.⚡ How risk-sharing fuels creative freedom💡 Why platform models shape the stories we see🌱 The scale of ambition behind your favorite showsA behind-the-scenes look at how the stories you love actually get made. Out now on @YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen. 🎙️✨#podcast #podcastclips #aspirewithemmagrede #interview #business #businessadvice #entertainment #leadership
From video store guy to @Netflix Co-CEO. 🎬✨#podcast Emma Grede 2025-09-18 | This week on Aspire, Emma Grede asks what those early days really looked like, and Ted Sarandos opens up about working from his bedroom, sitting between engineers in Silicon Valley, and learning how tech and entertainment could shape each other.⚡ What 25 years at one company teaches you💡 Why leadership is like casting, putting the right people in the right roles🌱 The curiosity that fueled his rise from the counter to the C-suite🔥 How buying DVDs at Walmart turned into building a global streaming giantA story about growth, grit, and the power of staying curious. Out now on @YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen. 🎙️✨#netflix #entertainment #business #businessadvice #careergrowth #podcastclips _____SUBSCRIBEyoutube.com/@EmmaGrede?sub_confirmation=1_____ABOUT ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDEBuild the life of your dreams and learn from the world’s most successful people.Emma Grede, one of America’s richest self-made women - wants you to make the most of your life. On ‘Aspire with Emma Grede', learn through thought-provoking conversations with some of the most successful and smartest minds on the planet, including goop founder Gwyneth Paltrow, investor, philanthropist and former chair of Starbucks, Mellody Hobson, podcast host Jay Shetty, billionaire entrepreneur and Shark Tank star Mark Cuban, and public luminaries like Meghan, Duchess of Sussex and former First Lady Michelle Obama. Each episode will unpack their habits, philosophy and strategies, covering career advice, well-being, psychology and of course how to win in business. The show offers personal stories, data-driven advice, real-world strategies, and the experience you need, to turn your dreams into reality.LISTEN TO ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDElink.pscrb.fm/f0281/Aspire_YTABOUT EMMA GREDEEmma Grede is a founding partner and chief product officer of SKIMS and CEO of Good American. She also made history as the first Black woman to serve as an investor on Shark Tank.
Point blank: Is @Netflix saving Hollywood or ruining it? 🎬👀 #podcast Emma Grede 2025-09-17 | On this week’s episode, @emmagrede asks the question head-on, and Netflix Co-CEO Ted Sarandos gets candid about nostalgia, shifting habits, and why the art form will always matter more than the business model.⚡ Meeting audiences where they are💡 Why behavior changed, not just Hollywood🌱 The future of film beyond theaters🔥 Protecting the art form above everythingA conversation for anyone who loves movies, and the people making them. Out now on @YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen. 🎙️✨#netflix #aspirewithemmagrede #podcastclips #business #leadership #leadershipskills #movies #entertainment #tech #hollywood #emmyawards #television #streamer #streaming _____SUBSCRIBEyoutube.com/@EmmaGrede?sub_confirmation=1_____ABOUT ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDEBuild the life of your dreams and learn from the world’s most successful people.Emma Grede, one of America’s richest self-made women - wants you to make the most of your life. On ‘Aspire with Emma Grede', learn through thought-provoking conversations with some of the most successful and smartest minds on the planet, including goop founder Gwyneth Paltrow, investor, philanthropist and former chair of Starbucks, Mellody Hobson, podcast host Jay Shetty, billionaire entrepreneur and Shark Tank star Mark Cuban, and public luminaries like Meghan, Duchess of Sussex and former First Lady Michelle Obama. Each episode will unpack their habits, philosophy and strategies, covering career advice, well-being, psychology and of course how to win in business. The show offers personal stories, data-driven advice, real-world strategies, and the experience you need, to turn your dreams into reality.LISTEN TO ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDElink.pscrb.fm/f0281/Aspire_YTABOUT EMMA GREDEEmma Grede is a founding partner and chief product officer of SKIMS and CEO of Good American. She also made history as the first Black woman to serve as an investor on Shark Tank.
Ted Sarandos gives a masterclass in leadership. #podcast #aspirewithemmagrede Emma Grede 2025-09-16 | This episode is a masterclass in leadership and an opportunity to learn from the best of the best. It’s a must-watch for anyone running a team, building a company, or climbing the corporate ladder.From a video rental store to the C-suite at @Netflix this week’s Aspire guest has climbed the corporate ladder to lead one of the most influential companies in the world. 🎬✨As Co-CEO of Netflix, Ted Sarandos has redefined what entertainment looks like on a global stage. But his story isn’t just about Netflix.On @AspireWithEmmaGrede, Ted joins me for an honest conversation about what great leadership really looks like and the lessons he’s learned along the way:⚡ Taking bold risks and trusting your gut💡 Making the toughest calls as a leader🌱 Why values and vision matter more than algorithms🔥 How to keep innovating even when you’re on topA reminder that great leadership isn’t just about power, it’s about ambition coupled with purpose. Out now on @YouTube, @ApplePodcasts, and wherever you listen. 🎙💫#entertainment #netflix #leadership #podcastclips #business #businessadvice #houseofcards #innovation #technology #streamer #streaming
Safe Is the Surest Way to Lose: Lessons from Netflix Co-CEO Ted Sarandos | Aspire with Emma Grede Emma Grede 2025-09-16 | What does it really take to reinvent an industry…And yourself? Emma sits down with @Netflix Co-CEO Ted Sarandos as he shares his extraordinary journey from working in a video rental store to leading one of the most powerful companies in global entertainment. Ted opens up about the risks that defined his career, the tough decisions that shaped Netflix, and why he believes great storytelling isn’t built by algorithms, but by passion and risk. You’ll learn:How to know when to take a big risk (and when to walk away)Why leadership at the top is really about values and visionThe surprising lessons from Netflix’s rise that apply to any career Whether you’re a leader, an entrepreneur, or just someone chasing big dreams, Ted’s story is packed with lessons on ambition, resilience, and redefining what’s possible. Don’t miss this conversation with the man behind Netflix’s global success.#aspirewithemmagrede #podcast #business #netflix #entertainment #television #streaming #streamer #video #leadership #lessons _____SUBSCRIBEyoutube.com/@EmmaGrede?sub_confirmation=1_____ABOUT ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDEBuild the life of your dreams and learn from the world’s most successful people.Emma Grede, one of America’s richest self-made women, wants you to make the most of your life. On ‘Aspire with Emma Grede', learn through thought-provoking conversations with some of the most successful and smartest minds on the planet, including goop founder Gwyneth Paltrow, investor, philanthropist and former chair of Starbucks, Mellody Hobson, podcast host Jay Shetty, billionaire entrepreneur and Shark Tank star Mark Cuban, and public luminaries like Meghan, Duchess of Sussex and former First Lady Michelle Obama. Each episode will unpack their habits, philosophy, and strategies, covering career advice, well-being, psychology, and of course, how to win in business. The show offers personal stories, data-driven advice, real-world strategies, and the experience you need, to turn your dreams into reality.LISTEN TO ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDElink.pscrb.fm/f0281/Aspire_YTABOUT EMMA GREDEEmma Grede is a founding partner and chief product officer of SKIMS and CEO of Good American. She also made history as the first Black woman to serve as an investor on Shark Tank.00:00:00 Introduction00:02:30 How Ted's "chaotic" childhood led him to entertainment00:06:47 Ted Sarandos' life-changing video store job00:10:16 The importance of understanding your customer00:13:20 How Ted Sarandos got his start at Netflix00:15:53 Seeing the vision early at Netflix00:20:04 How Ted "scaled himself" as a leader00:23:36 Ad Break00:25:25 Bridging the gap between Entertainment and Tech00:31:03 How Ted makes his biggest decisions00:35:25 How Netflix landed 'House of Cards'00:40:35 Running a "talent-friendly" company00:43:57 Balancing intuition and data00:46:42 Ad Break00:48:54 Celebrate risks even when they don't pay off00:51:26 Netflix's biggest miscalculation00:53:10 How Netflix balances business model and art form00:55:00 Are AI and YouTube the next big disruptors?00:59:50 How Ted Sarandos thinks about "legacy"01:05:35 Ad Break01:06:55 Why does Netflix have Co-CEOs?01:10:24 The importance of Ted's mentors01:15:12 How Ted met his wife, Nicole Avant01:20:36 What Ted is teaching his children01:23:11 Rapid Fire Questions
The books that change lives, and shape leaders. 📚 #neverstoplearning Emma Grede 2025-09-15 | Our Aspire guests remind us that behind every powerhouse is a story, and often, a book that lit the way. From unlocking creativity to redefining success, these reads reveal how they think, dream, and lead.🎨 The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron🔥 The Fountainhead by Ayn Rand💞 Love in the Time of Cholera by Gabriel García Márquez💰 The Millionaire Next Door by Thomas J. Stanley & William D. DankoWhat’s the one book that changed your life? Drop it in the comments. We’re building a bookshelf together that’s bold, brilliant, and unforgettable. 💫#aspirewithemmagrede #bookclub #businessadvice #lessons #bookrecommendations #homelibrary #lifelessons
Shutting down a company is rarely talked about, but it’s just as real as building one. ✨ #business Emma Grede 2025-09-14 | Diarrha N'Diaye-Mbaye, founder of Ami Cole, breaks down the hard truths every founder needs to know about winding down a business:⚡ Why closing a company can take just as much time (and money) as being acquired💡 The reality of answering customer questions and tying every loose end🌱 How to bring retail partners along so you’re not left holding the weight aloneFull episode out now on @YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and everywhere you listen. 🎙️✨#startup #shorts #podcast #businessadvice #growthmindset #beautyindustry #retail #aspirewithemmagrede #femaleentrepreneur #femalefounders
She doesn’t just share her success, she shares lessons in her failure, and turns them into wisdom ✨ Emma Grede 2025-09-13 | On this week’s episode, Diarrha N'Diaye-Mbaye sits down with Emma Grede to unpack:💡 Why failure is not the opposite of success⚡ The difference between capital and true partnership with investors🌱 How community carries you even when the business ends🔥 The importance of protecting your capacity and avoiding burnout🪞 Why you are not your company, your worth is bigger than the outcomeIf you’ve ever built something, faced setbacks, or questioned what’s next, this conversation is for you. Full episode out now on @YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen. 🎙️#failuretosuccess #aspirewithemmagrede #podcast #lifelessons #business #businessadvice #femalefounders #femaleentrepreneur #beautyindustry #beautyinfluencer
How does a business go from idea to launch over 7 years? 💡➡️🚀 #startup Emma Grede 2025-09-11 | Diarrha N'Diaye-Mbaye shares the real timeline behind building Ami Cole, the stops, the starts, the hustle, and the patience it takes to finally bring a vision to life.A reminder that big dreams aren’t overnight. They’re built in the in-between. Full episode with @EmmaGrede out now on @YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen. 🎙✨#shorts #shortvideo #podcast #podcastclips #aspirewithemmagrede #femalefounders #femaleentrepreneur #failuretosuccess #business #businessadvice
Firing too late or trusting too much? Both can cost you everything in business. 💭 #startup Emma Grede 2025-09-10 | Ami Cole founder Diarrha N'Diaye-Mbaye shares:⚡ The danger of not knowing what you don’t know💡 Why financial literacy matters more than you think🌱 How love for your team can cloud tough decisions📝 The hardest lesson she learned as founder of @byamicoléA reminder that leadership means courage, mistakes are teachers, and failure doesn’t erase your impact. Full episode of #aspirewithemmagrede out now on @YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen. 🎙✨#business #businessadvice #femalefounders #femaleentrepreneur #shorts #podcast #podcastclips #failuretosuccess #hiring #management #beauty
From the thrill of launching a cult-favorite beauty brand to the heartbreak of shutting it down. Emma Grede 2025-09-09 | From the thrill of launching a cult-favorite beauty brand to the heartbreak of shutting it down, Diarrha N’Diaye has lived the full spectrum of entrepreneurship. 💄✨As the founder of Ami Colé, and one of the few Black women to raise over $1M in venture funding, @diarrhaxo knows firsthand what it takes to build something from scratch, scale into major retailers, and carry the weight of representation in an unforgiving industry.This week on @AspireWithEmmaGrede, she joins me for a raw, unfiltered conversation about resilience, community, and why failure may be the most powerful teacher of all. If you’re an entrepreneur, a dreamer, or someone redefining what success really means, this one’s for you. Out now on @YouTube, @ApplePodcasts, and wherever you listen. 🎙💫 Diarrha, thank you for your honesty, your courage, and for reminding us that even in endings, there’s wisdom and new beginnings. 💛#aspirewithemmagrede #entrepreneur #entrepreneurship #femalefounders #femaleentrepreneur #beauty #failuretosuccess #resilience #businessadvice #lifelessons
“Losing” Taught Me Everything: What You Can Learn From This Founder’s Failure | Aspire Emma Grede 2025-09-09 | What really happens when you follow your dream — and it doesn’t work out the way you planned? In this powerful conversation, Emma sits down with Diarrha N’Diaye, founder of the beloved beauty brand Ami Colé, to talk about the courage it takes to build, the heartbreak of closing your company, and the lessons every entrepreneur needs to hear.Diarrha opens up about:-Why she decided to close Ami Colé, even after major success-The emotional toll of letting go of a dream-Hard truths about investors, retail, and the beauty industry-The power of community, resilience, and redefining successIf you’ve ever thought about starting a business, struggled with failure, or wondered how to keep going when things fall apart — this episode is for you.#aspirewithemmagrede #femalefounders #amicole #womeninbusiness #failuretosuccess #lifelessons #business #businessadvice #startup #dreambig _____SUBSCRIBEyoutube.com/@EmmaGrede?sub_confirmation=1_____ABOUT ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDEBuild the life of your dreams and learn from the world’s most successful people.Emma Grede, one of America’s richest self-made women - wants you to make the most of your life. On ‘Aspire with Emma Grede', learn through thought-provoking conversations with some of the most successful and smartest minds on the planet, including goop founder Gwyneth Paltrow, investor, philanthropist and former chair of Starbucks, Mellody Hobson, podcast host Jay Shetty, billionaire entrepreneur and Shark Tank star Mark Cuban, and public luminaries like Meghan, Duchess of Sussex and former First Lady Michelle Obama. Each episode will unpack their habits, philosophy and strategies, covering career advice, well-being, psychology and of course how to win in business. The show offers personal stories, data-driven advice, real-world strategies, and the experience you need, to turn your dreams into reality.LISTEN TO ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDElink.pscrb.fm/f0281/Aspire_YTABOUT EMMA GREDEEmma Grede is a founding partner and chief product officer of SKIMS and CEO of Good American. She also made history as the first Black woman to serve as an investor on Shark Tank.00:00:00 Introduction00:01:20 Emma's mentorship00:03:12 What is the legacy of Ami Cole?00:08:57 How Diarrha's mother inspired Ami Cole00:12:39 Journey from a dream to a business00:16:06 Black-owned business00:20:48 "Rocket ship" growth with no guardrails00:29:36 Ad Break00:31:39 Hindsight: the importance of "testing and learning"00:35:51 Is Sephora still a "game changer" for beauty brands?00:38:42 Why Emma didn't invest in Ami Cole00:40:22 Dealing with investors and the importance of track record00:46:09 When Diarrha knew Ami Cole wasn't working00:50:45 What would Diarrha do differently? 00:56:04 Ad Break00:58:20 The importance of time and money01:03:47 Diarrha's biggest mistakes01:07:49 The challenges of being a mom and an entrepreneur01:17:03 Ad Break01:18:45 Being comfortable with (and not afraid of) success01:23:20 Was Ami Cole a success or a failure? 01:27:52 Diarrha's "hardest day" at Ami Cole01:33:00 Diarrha's next chapter01:41:39 Rapid Fire Questions
Dr. Thema doesn’t just talk about healing, she shows us how to live it. 🦋➡️✨ #selflove Emma Grede 2025-09-07 | On this week’s episode, Dr. Thema sits down with @EmmaGrede to share lessons on:💡 Why people-pleasing, perfectionism, and burnout are really trauma responses⚡ How fear of failure (and even success) can keep us stuck🌱 The tools to set boundaries without guilt and protect your peace🪞 Why joy is a form of resistance, not denial🔥 Moving from survival mode into thrivingIf you’ve ever felt exhausted, unworthy, or stuck in cycles you can’t explain, this conversation is for you. Full episode out now on @YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen. 🎙#traumahealing #podcast #joy #survival #aspirewithemmagrede #selfimprovement #selfcare #selfhelp
Dr. Thema reminds us that negative self-talk isn’t harmless, it has a cost. #selfcare #selflove Emma Grede 2025-09-05 | What stories are you telling yourself every day? ⚡ If you believe you won’t be chosen, you show up anxious, defensive, or hold back.💡 That’s self-sabotage, what she calls “standing on your wings.”🌱 Playing small might feel comfortable, but it keeps you from greatness.A powerful reminder: comfort zones can become cages. The only way to grow is to bring your full self into the room.Full episode with @EmmaGrede out now on @YouTube, Apple Podcasts and wherever you listen! ✨#podcast #aspirewithemmagrede #entrepreneur #businessadvice #selfgrowth #interview #psychology
Surviving is an accomplishment. Thriving is a choice. 🌱✨ #selfcare #shorts Emma Grede 2025-09-04 | Dr. Thema breaks down why therapy isn’t just about “getting through life”, it’s about asking yourself: do you want to survive, or do you want to thrive?💡 Survival mode is real — and for many, it’s already a victory🌸 But thriving means investing in your growth: emotionally, spiritually, financially⚡ Therapy isn’t weakness, it’s a tool to help you flourishA powerful reminder that blooming requires work, but the reward is living at your maximum. Full episode out now on @YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen. 🎙️#podcast #podcastclips #selfimprovement #aspirewithemmagrede #business #relationship #trauma #therapy
How do you know if unhealed trauma is holding you back? 💭 #selfcare Emma Grede 2025-09-03 | Dr. Thema shares 3 questions to ask yourself:1️⃣ How does my care for myself reflect how I really feel about myself? (boundaries, rest, nutrition)2️⃣ Are there emotions I refuse to feel, sadness, anger, loneliness, that make me treat myself like a robot?3️⃣ Do I have mutual, reciprocal relationships, or am I always the strong one who never shows vulnerability?If your answers uncover patterns of self-neglect, emotional suppression, or one-sided connections, it may be unhealed trauma speaking. Full episode of Aspire with @EmmaGrede is out now on @YouTube, Apple Podcasts and across platforms. 🎙️✨#aspirewithemmagrede #podcast #podcastclips #trauma #healing #business #relationship #psychology #selfimprovement #shorts
Why are girls given dolls and kitchens while boys are given trucks and tools? #podcastclips Emma Grede 2025-09-02 | From the classroom to the boardroom, the conditioning starts early. 📚✨Research shows girls are more likely to begin with “I think” while boys state things as fact. Girls are handed dolls and kitchens, boys get trucks and tools. The message? Care for others. Erase yourself. Be “better” by needing less.Dr.Thema Bryant breaks down how cultural conditioning shapes our confidence, our choices, and the way we show up in the world, and how to unlearn it.Full episode out now on @YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen. 💫 🎙#aspirewithemmagrede #podcast #womeninbusiness #womenempowerment #relationship #interview #genderequality #shorts
Your people-pleasing, perfectionism, burnout, or self-sabotage may all be a trauma response #shorts Emma Grede 2025-09-02 | From people-pleasing and perfectionism to burnout and self-sabotage, Dr. Thema Bryant has spent her career helping us see these patterns for what they really are: trauma responses. 🦋✨As a psychologist, author, and pastor, she’s dedicated to guiding people from surviving to thriving, and showing us that healing isn’t weakness, it’s power.This week on #AspireWithEmmaGrede, I sat down with Dr. Thema for a powerful conversation about the hidden stories we carry, how fear of failure and success can shape our choices, and why setting boundaries is one of the bravest things you can do.If you’ve ever felt exhausted, unworthy, or stuck, this one’s for you. Out now on @YouTube, @ApplePodcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts. 🎙💫Dr. Thema, thank you for sharing your wisdom and reminding us that wholeness is possible, and that sometimes the bravest step is finally meeting your full self. 💛#trauma #psychology #selfimprovement #mentalhealth #podcast #interview #business #relationship #parenting
How to Stop Letting Fear Run Your Life with Dr. Thema | Aspire with Emma Grede Emma Grede 2025-09-02 | 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 — and how to stop.The surprising ways fear of failure (and even fear of success) shapes our choices.Why women are conditioned to shrink their power — and how to reclaim it.The lingering scars of the pandemic we still haven’t healed.Practical tools for setting boundaries, rewriting old narratives, and living whole.Dr. Thema doesn’t just explain the psychology — she offers real steps for anyone ready to stop running, face the pain, and move from surviving to thriving. If you’ve ever felt exhausted, unworthy, or stuck, this episode will give you the clarity and courage to finally break free.#aspirewithemmagrede #trauma #healing #podcast #business #relationships #failuretosuccess #boundaries #psycology #toolsforsuccess #interview #fearoffailure _____SUBSCRIBEyoutube.com/@EmmaGrede?sub_confirmation=1_____ABOUT ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDEBuild the life of your dreams and learn from the world’s most successful people.Emma Grede, one of America’s richest self-made women - wants you to make the most of your life. On ‘Aspire with Emma Grede', learn through thought-provoking conversations with some of the most successful and smartest minds on the planet, including goop founder Gwyneth Paltrow, investor, philanthropist and former chair of Starbucks, Mellody Hobson, podcast host Jay Shetty, billionaire entrepreneur and Shark Tank star Mark Cuban, and public luminaries like Meghan, Duchess of Sussex and former First Lady Michelle Obama. Each episode will unpack their habits, philosophy and strategies, covering career advice, well-being, psychology and of course how to win in business. The show offers personal stories, data-driven advice, real-world strategies, and the experience you need, to turn your dreams into reality.LISTEN TO ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDElink.pscrb.fm/f0281/Aspire_YTABOUT EMMA GREDEEmma Grede is a founding partner and chief product officer of SKIMS and CEO of Good American. She also made history as the first Black woman to serve as an investor on Shark Tank.00:00:00 Introduction00:01:33 What is holding me back?00:05:26 How to unpack your emotional baggage00:10:44 Succeeding as a woman in the workplace00:13:55 Become the main character in your own life00:17:20 Ad Break00:19:27 The difference between "stress" and "trauma"00:23:41 How can you identify traumatic responses?00:30:01 How to check in with yourself00:32:32 Therapy and the importance of "help"00:35:31 Overcoming your fear of failure (and success)00:39:44 Ad Break00:40:52 How does fear manifest in our lives?00:44:36 Trauma at work vs. personal life00:48:49 Redefining "forgiveness"00:53:02 Reducing trauma for your children01:00:44 Make use of your "tribe"01:04:07 Lessons from the pandemic01:10:25 Identifying your triggers01:17:55 Does healing lead to happiness 01:19:47 The difference between "blame" and "responsibility" 01:21:13 Ad Break01:22:12 The importance of spiritual practice01:27:27 Stop running from your pain01:40:02 Rapid Fire Questions
Exhaustion. Self-doubt. Burnout. We’ve all been there. 💭 #podcast #selfimprovement Emma Grede 2025-09-01 | This week’s Aspire guest breaks down why so many of the patterns that hold us back, people-pleasing, perfectionism, fear of failure, are actually trauma responses. And more importantly, how to break free.💡 Learn why shrinking your power isn’t serving you🌱 Discover the tools to set boundaries and live whole⚡ Reclaim the clarity and courage to thrive, not just surviveCandid. Insightful. Liberating. This conversation will change how you see yourself. Tomorrow (Tuesday!) @YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen. 🎙💫#aspirewithemmagrede #trauma #fearoffailure #emmagrede #selfcare #burnout #perfectionism #interview
Every career has a first big break. For Donna Langley, it was Austin Powers. ✨#shorts #yeahbaby Emma Grede 2025-08-31 | NBCUniversal Chairwoman Donna Langley shares how trusting her instincts, leaning into what she uniquely understood, and backing a project others dismissed helped turn a risky comedy into a cultural phenomenon.If you’ve ever doubted your perspective, passed on an idea too soon, or wondered whether to take a risk when everyone else says no, this conversation will show you why betting on your gut (and your voice) can be the difference between a pass and a breakthrough.Aspire with @EmmaGrede and Donna Langley is live now on @YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen. 🎙#podcast #austinpowers #nbcuniversal #newlinecinema #movies #hollywood #entertainment
She didn’t just greenlight films, she rewrote the playbook. 🎬➡️🚀 #podcastclips Emma Grede 2025-08-31 | On this week’s episode, Donna Langley sits down with @EmmaGrede to share lessons on:💡 Trusting your instincts when every other studio says no🎭 Turning risk into cultural impact (Austin Powers anyone?)⚡ Rising from junior exec to running billion-dollar franchises📑 Why backing the best people beats doing it all yourself🏗️ Building a career on resilience, adaptability, and visionIf you’ve ever wondered how to bet on your voice, lead through change, and transform doubt into breakthroughs, this conversation is for you. Full episode out now on @YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen. 🎙#entertainment #hollywoodmovies #business #hollywood #aspirewithemmagrede #shorts #podcastclips #interview #workingmom #austinpowers #oppenheimer
Why you shouldnt be afraid to set boundaries and take your maternity leave #workingmom #podcast Emma Grede 2025-08-29 | Sometimes the hardest part isn’t the work, it’s holding the boundary. ⚖️In this conversation, #nbcuniversal Chairwoman Donna Langley reflects on rushing back from maternity leave not because her career demanded it, but because she didn’t yet feel strong enough to say “not yet.”The lesson? Vulnerability is real, but so is the power of protecting your time. Aspire with @EmmaGrede is out now on @YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen. 🎙️✨#aspirewithemmagrede #entertainment #entrepreneur #business #businessadvice #womeninbusiness #femaleentrepreneur #hollywood #oppenheimer #mammamia
Decency isn’t weakness, it’s a superpower. ✨ #leadership Emma Grede 2025-08-28 | In this conversation with Emma Grede, NBCU Entertainment chairwoman Donna Langley reflects on the tenets of leadership:🌱 Why kindness and integrity are harder (and more powerful) than cutting corners🧭 How standing in your truth builds lasting credibility💡 The courage it takes to make the right decision when it isn’t the easy oneLeadership isn’t about being the loudest in the room, it’s about leading with character. Aspire with @EmmaGrede is out now on YouTube and wherever you listen! 🎙️✨#aspirewithemmagrede #podcast #podcastclips #business #entertainment #hollywood #nbcuniversal #oppenheimer
No shortcuts. No spotlight chasing. Just the discipline to trust your instincts. 🎬 #leadership Emma Grede 2025-08-27 | In this episode of #aspirewithemmagrede Donna Langley shares:⚡ Why listening can be a leader’s greatest skill🎥 How she championed hits like Mamma Mia and Girls Trip by seeing white space in the market💡 The power of knowing when not to speak🚪 Finding your voice in rooms where you’re outnumberedProof that leadership isn’t about being the loudest, it’s about being the clearest. 🎙️ Aspire with @EmmaGrede is out now on @YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen. ✨🎙️#hollywood #nbcuniversal #media #podcast #shorts #business #businessadvice #skills #personalgrowth
How Donna Langley became the most powerful woman in Hollywood #podcast Emma Grede 2025-08-26 | From a childhood on the Isle of Wight with no Hollywood connections to greenlighting billion-dollar blockbusters like Oppenheimer, Fast & Furious, Mamma Mia, and Wicked, @donnaflangley has built her career on instinct, resilience, and leading with integrity. 🎬✨ As Chairman of NBCUniversal Entertainment & Studios, and the most powerful women in Hollywood, her impact on the industry is undeniable.This week on @AspireWithEmmaGrede, I sat down with Donna for her first-ever podcast interview (!!). We got into what it means to bet on yourself when you’re the only one in the room, the mindset shifts that helped her navigate doubt and risk, and the power of decency as a true superpower in leadership.If you’ve ever felt underestimated, questioned if you could take bold risks without losing yourself, or wondered how to turn unconventional ideas into wins, this one’s for you. Out now on @YouTube, @ApplePodcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts. 🎙💫Donna, thank you for sharing your wisdom and proving that you can start anywhere and still build the career, and the life, you want. 💛#nbcuniversal #podcast #aspirewithemmagrede #business #businessadvice #leadership #executive
She didn’t just perform, she multiplied. 🎤➡️🚀 #shorts #entrepreneur Emma Grede 2025-08-23 | On this week’s episode of #aspirewithemmagrede, @kandionline shares lessons with Emma on:💡 Making every move build on the last one🏗️ Turning ownership into the ultimate power move⚡ Betting on yourself instead of waiting to be chosen📑 Why contracts + strategy matter as much as talent🎭 Evolving across music, TV, and Broadway without losing your rootsIf you’re ready to play bigger, own your impact, and build what lasts, this episode is your blueprint. Full episode out now on @YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen.🎙 Let me know what stood out to you! ⬇️#podcast #talent #entertainment #entrepreneur #kandiburruss #realhousewivesofatlanta #rhoa #womeninbusiness #workingmom #billionaire #noscrubs
Reading every contract. Signing every check. 👊🏾✨#success Emma Grede 2025-08-22 | In this episode, @KandiOnline shares with Emma Grede why:📑 She never signs without double-checking the details💡 Being hands-on is the ultimate power move💪🏾 Financial independence means knowing exactly where your money’s goingIt’s not just business, it’s ownership. Watch on @YouTube, listen on @ApplePodcasts and across platforms! 🎙️#business #podcast #podcastclips #shorts #aspirewithemmagrede #kandiburruss #entrepreneur #grammys #grammywinner #rhoa #realhousewivesofatlanta #workingmom #financialfreedom #financialliteracy #finance
That “in-between” season? It’s where the real growth happens. ✨#success Emma Grede 2025-08-21 | That “in-between” season? It’s where the real growth happens. ✨In this week’s episode, @Kandi opens up about:💬 The anxiety of not knowing what’s coming next📉 What it feels like when the radio stops playing your records🧠 Staying humble (even when everyone else is popping)📈 Why losing it once made her value every win even moreIt’s not always about how big the moment is, it’s about never taking the moment for granted. Full episode now on @YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen! 🎙️#podcast #podcastclips #aspirewithemmagrede #kandiburruss #resilience #entrepreneur #startup #musicbusiness #billionaire #rhoa #realhousewivesofatlanta #successmindset
She wasn’t chasing the first car… she was chasing the first $100,000. 💰 #kandiburruss Emma Grede 2025-08-20 | She wasn’t chasing the first car… she was chasing the first $100,000. 💰In this week’s episode, @KandiOnline and @EmmaGrede talk about:💬 The real feeling of seeing “real money” for the first time📉 Living below your means (even with hits on the radio)🧠 Reading financial books as a teenager📈 Why discipline in your 20s sets you up for long-term wealthIt’s not always about how fast you spend it, sometimes the smartest move is learning how to keep it. Full episode now on @YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen! 🎙️#shorts #kandiburruss #aspirewithemmagrede #entrepreneurship #businessadvice #wealth #wealthbuilding #rhoa #realhousewivesofatlanta #grammywinner
From writing No Scrubs (yes, THAT anthem) Real Housewives, Kandi Burruss has done it all #shorts Emma Grede 2025-08-19 | From writing No Scrubs (yes, THAT anthem) to building multiple businesses, all while holding her own on Housewives every week. 🎶💼🎥This week on #AspireWithEmmaGrede, I sat down with my friend and powerhouse, @KandiOnline, who’s never waited for permission, she’s bet on herself and built every chapter from the ground up. We got into the heartbreak of deals that fell through, the vulnerability it takes to write songs that become anthems, navigating the spotlight of reality TV, and why the biggest gamble always has to be on you.If you’ve ever felt underestimated, had ideas people called “too big,” or wondered how to turn the next season of your life into a win, this one’s for you. Out now on @YouTube, @ApplePodcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts. 🎙✨ Kandi, thank you for keeping it real and sharing this blueprint 💛#kandiburruss #business #entrepreneur #noscrubs #musician #aspirewithemmagrede
Why Your Biggest Gambles Must Always Be On Yourself (with Kandi Burruss) | Aspire with Emma Grede Emma Grede 2025-08-19 | 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 on yourself when the stakes feel impossibly high.You'll hear how @KandiOnline navigated the heartbreak of deals that fell through, leaned into vulnerability to write songs that became cultural anthems, and faced the drama of "Real Housewives" cameras while protecting her sense of self. Kandi gets real about being a Grammy-winning hit maker, crafting culture-defining hits like “No Scrubs,” launching businesses out of tough seasons, and the humility hack that keeps her grounded no matter how high she climbs. In this conversation, she shares the blueprint she’s built for making bold moves, trusting your gut, and using every platform—housewives drama, hit records, even home kitchens—to power a life that truly aspires.#rhoa #kandiburruss #grammys #noscrubs #tlc #business #businessadvice #entrepreneur #entrepreneurship #aspirewithemmagrede #workingmom #realhousewivesofatlanta _____SUBSCRIBEyoutube.com/@EmmaGrede?sub_confirmation=1_____ABOUT ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDEBuild the life of your dreams and learn from the world’s most successful people.Emma Grede, one of America’s richest self-made women, wants you to make the most of your life. On ‘Aspire with Emma Grede', learn through thought-provoking conversations with some of the most successful and smartest minds on the planet, including goop founder Gwyneth Paltrow, investor, philanthropist and former chair of Starbucks, Mellody Hobson, podcast host Jay Shetty, billionaire entrepreneur and Shark Tank star Mark Cuban, and public luminaries like Meghan, Duchess of Sussex and former First Lady Michelle Obama. Each episode will unpack their habits, philosophy and strategies, covering career advice, well-being, psychology and of course how to win in business. The show offers personal stories, data-driven advice, real-world strategies, and the experience you need, to turn your dreams into reality.LISTEN TO ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDElink.pscrb.fm/f0281/Aspire_YTABOUT EMMA GREDEEmma Grede is a founding partner and chief product officer of SKIMS and CEO of Good American. She also made history as the first Black woman to serve as an investor on Shark Tank.00:00:00 Introduction00:01:21 Record-breaking Othello on Broadway00:07:10 Becoming famous in high school00:11:02 Writing "No Scrubs"00:21:01 Ad Break00:23:39 The importance of attention to detail00:28:50 Getting comfortable with having money00:31:52 Joining the Real Housewives of Atlanta00:37:51 Was Real Housewives a positive experience?00:40:27 Ad Break00:42:49 Focusing on new accomplishments after Housewives00:47:40 Self-funding and gambling on yourself00:58:40 Ad Break00:59:40 How Kandi sets goals for herself01:12:20 Rapid Fire Questions
