Confessions of a Female Founder with Meghan

On today’s episode, Meghan sits down with Sara Blakely, the founder of SPANX, who turned $5,000 in savings into a billion-dollar brand that redefined shapewear. In this conversation, the pair get real about betting on yourself, and building bold business strategies. Sara also opens up about starting from scratch again—this time with her latest venture: a shoe line called Sneex. Follow Meghan @Meghan [https://www.instagram.com/meghan/?hl=en] and Sara @SaraBlakely [https://www.instagram.com/sarablakely/?hl=en] on Instagram. Stay up to date with us @LemonadaMedia on X [https://twitter.com/LemonadaMedia], Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/lemonadamedia], and Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/lemonadamedia/]. For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors [http://lemonadamedia.com/sponsors]. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our shows and get bonus content. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/channel/lemonada/id6442462434], Spotify [https://lemonada.supportingcast.fm/], or wherever you get your podcasts. Main Theme: “Crabbuckit” words and music by Kevin Deron Brereton (c) Universal Songs of Polygram Int., Inc. on behalf of Universal Music Publishing Canada (BMI) / 100% interest for the Territory. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Meghan sits down with Cassandra Morales Thurswell, founder of the viral beauty brand Kitsch. They have an authentic conversation about turning a passion into a business—from Cassie’s early days handcrafting hair ties to building one of the largest self-funded, woman-owned beauty brands in the country. The two discuss how grit, intentional design, and a scrappy mindset were essential in transforming a humble start into a thriving global business. Follow Meghan @Meghan [https://www.instagram.com/meghan/?hl=en] and Cassandra @CassandraThurswell [https://www.instagram.com/cassandrathurswell/?hl=en]on Instagram. Stay up to date with us @LemonadaMedia on X [https://twitter.com/LemonadaMedia], Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/lemonadamedia], and Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/lemonadamedia/]. For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors [http://lemonadamedia.com/sponsors]. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our shows and get bonus content. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/channel/lemonada/id6442462434], Spotify [https://lemonada.supportingcast.fm/], or wherever you get your podcasts. Main Theme: “Crabbuckit” words and music by Kevin Deron Brereton (c) Universal Songs of Polygram Int., Inc. on behalf of Universal Music Publishing Canada (BMI) / 100% interest for the Territory. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Meghan sits down with Heather Hasson, the founder of FIGS, a company that has completely revolutionized the medical apparel industry. What began with Heather selling scrubs outside hospitals for cash has since grown into a billion-dollar brand that’s reshaping how healthcare professionals think and feel about their workwear. In this conversation, the pair share the challenges and triumphs of building a company from the ground up, the steep learning curve of entrepreneurship, and why staying close to the day-to-day details still matters. Follow Meghan @Meghan [https://www.instagram.com/meghan/?hl=en] and Heather @heatherhasson [https://www.instagram.com/heatherhasson/?hl=en] on Instagram. Stay up to date with us @LemonadaMedia on X [https://twitter.com/LemonadaMedia], Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/lemonadamedia], and Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/lemonadamedia/]. For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors [http://lemonadamedia.com/sponsors]. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our shows and get bonus content. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/channel/lemonada/id6442462434], Spotify [https://lemonada.supportingcast.fm/], or wherever you get your podcasts. Main Theme: “Crabbuckit” words and music by Kevin Deron Brereton (c) Universal Songs of Polygram Int., Inc. on behalf of Universal Music Publishing Canada (BMI) / 100% interest for the Territory. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Meghan dives in deep with Hannah Mendoza, founder of Clevr Blends, and discovers how she turned a daily ritual into a multimillion-dollar business. In this inspiring conversation, the pair share insights into what it means to go from startup to scale, and divulge their most important learns along the way. Follow Meghan @Meghan [https://www.instagram.com/meghan/?hl=en] and Hannah @hannah__mendoza [https://www.instagram.com/hannah__mendoza/] on Instagram. Stay up to date with us @LemonadaMedia on X [https://twitter.com/LemonadaMedia], Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/lemonadamedia], and Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/lemonadamedia/]. For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors [http://lemonadamedia.com/sponsors]. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our shows and get bonus content. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/channel/lemonada/id6442462434], Spotify [https://lemonada.supportingcast.fm/], or wherever you get your podcasts. Main Theme: “Crabbuckit” words and music by Kevin Deron Brereton (c) Universal Songs of Polygram Int., Inc. on behalf of Universal Music Publishing Canada (BMI) / 100% interest for the Territory. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Meghan sits down with close friend Jamie Kern Lima to share the incredible story of how she went from waiting tables at Denny’s to becoming the groundbreaking co-founder of IT Cosmetics. In 2016, Jamie sold the brand to L’Oréal for $1.2 Billion in cash, a deal that made her the first female CEO of a brand in the company’s history. The two discuss the power of authenticity, overcoming setbacks, and the critical importance of trusting your instincts.   Follow Meghan @Meghan [https://www.instagram.com/meghan/?hl=en] and Jamie @jamiekernlima [https://www.instagram.com/jamiekernlima/?hl=en] on Instagram. Stay up to date with us @LemonadaMedia on X [https://twitter.com/LemonadaMedia], Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/lemonadamedia], and Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/lemonadamedia/]. For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors [http://lemonadamedia.com/sponsors]. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our shows and get bonus content. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/channel/lemonada/id6442462434], Spotify [https://lemonada.supportingcast.fm/], or wherever you get your podcasts. Main Theme: “Crabbuckit” words and music by Kevin Deron Brereton (c) Universal Songs of Polygram Int., Inc. on behalf of Universal Music Publishing Canada (BMI) / 100% interest for the Territory. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.