From Startup to Marketing Giant – Inside Erik Huberman’s Growth Playbook | Spear Podcast

From Startup to Marketing Giant – Inside Erik Huberman’s Growth Playbook | Spear Podcast

As founder and CEO of Hawke Media, Erik Huberman has helped generate over $2.9B in revenue for brands like Red Bull, Verizon, TRX, and many many more, all while making world-class marketing accessible to businesses of any size. In this episode, we unpack Erik’s proven framework for brand growth (awareness, nurturing, and trust) and how he’s turned a small team into a $150M powerhouse. We talk about why cutting marketing in a downturn is a rookie mistake, how to turn client relationships into lasting partnerships, and why the smartest founders build ecosystems, not one-off ventures. But this conversation goes way beyond business. Erik shares the “flywheel” that keeps his investments, AI projects, book, and speaking engagements all feeding the core company, why his Hawaiian-shirt marketing stunt caused a stir, and how he juggles being a present dad with running a high-growth agency. From piloting planes to marathons, Erik is all about creating momentum that lasts. If you want real, battle-tested advice on scaling, networking, and keeping life fun while you do it, this episode is your blueprint. Follow for more: @spearpodcast @seanspear #spearpodcast #entrepreneurship #businessgrowth #founder #brandbuilding

Reimagining Vitamins: Sara Cullen’s Real Food Revolution with GEM

When Sara Cullen couldn’t find a clean, functional vitamin that supported her health, she made one herself, literally, in her kitchen. In this episode, we sit down with the founder of GEM, the first real food vitamin bite, to unpack how her own health struggles with Hashimoto’s sparked a movement to reimagine supplements as food not pharmaceuticals.Sara shares how a DIY concoction turned into a science-backed wellness brand with over $22M in funding, why algae is the unsung hero of nutrition, and what she learned launching a category-defining product. We talk about building community before product, the power of in-person persistence, and why sometimes knowing less is an entrepreneurial superpower. Plus: CBD drinks, vitamin myths, negotiating with integrity, and how showing up, literally, can change everything. Whether you’re a wellness junkie, a founder in the trenches, or just want to hear what it takes to build something that actually helps people, this episode is packed with grit, growth, and game-changing insight. Follow for more: @spearpodcast @seanspear #saracullen #GEM #entrepreneurship #founderstory #spearpodcast

From Backyard Pool to Global Platform – Bunim Laskin’s Swimply Story | Spear Podcast

At just 20 years old, Bunim Laskin noticed his neighbor’s pool wasn’t getting used and in that moment, an unique business idea was born. In this episode, we sit down with the founder of Swimply, often called “Airbnb for pools,” to unpack how a simple arrangement to help cover pool maintenance costs turned into a venture-backed company spanning the U.S., Canada, and more. Bunim shares his journey from a tight-knit Orthodox Jewish family in Lakewood, NJ (eldest of 12 kids!) to Shark Tank, and the rollercoaster of raising millions, scaling a startup, and weathering the chaos of COVID. We talk about black-market video games in middle school, unconventional beginnings, and what it’s like breaking away from the expected path to create something no one saw coming. From bootstrapping and bold pitches to battling regulatory challenges and redefining trust in a peer-to-peer marketplace, this is a story of hustle, grit, timing and a little bit of divine poolside intervention. Whether you're an aspiring founder or just love a good origin story, this one’s for you. Follow for more: @spearpodcast @seanspear #bunimlaskin #swimply #entrepreneurship #founderstory #spearpodcast

Unsexy Industries, Real Success – Scott Dickey’s No-Fluff Business Playbook | Spear Podcast

You can chase the hype or you can build a real business. In this episode, we sit down with veteran CEO and operator Scott Dickey, whose 25+ year track record spans everything from marathons and media to fitness empires and live events. Scott keeps it real about what it actually takes to lead companies, scale passion-driven brands, and navigate everything from broken culture to game-changing pivots. We talk about why "unsexy" industries are often the most lucrative and how authenticity beats posturing every time. Scott also shares what it was like learning from heavyweights like David Stern, his philosophy on leadership (spoiler: no ego, no fluff), and how staying open to change is the real flex. If you’re building a team, launching a business, or just trying to figure out the next chapter, this one’s packed with perspective, mindset shifts, and solid business game. Follow for more: @spearpodcast @seanspear #scottdickey #leadership #business #community #spearpodcast

Persistence, Pivots, and Building DoggieLawn – Natalie Youn’s Entrepreneurial Journey | Spear Podcast

Natalie Youn didn’t just start a business, she spotted a problem, solved it, and turned it into a nationwide brand. From grinding through long corporate days to shipping fresh grass straight to pets' doorsteps, Natalie’s journey with DoggieLawn shows what it actually takes to build a niche business that sticks. In this episode, we dive into the power of persistence (and why timing is everything), how a well-placed follow-up can change your life, and why entrepreneurship is basically just pivoting over and over again. We also talk about the unexpected drama of tariffs, why hiring feels suspiciously like dating, and why it is always better to show up as yourself instead of sending a "representative." Plus, Natalie shares the life lessons animals teach better than humans and why resilience in business and life is the ultimate secret weapon. If you are building something, dreaming about it, or just need a reminder that everyone is winging it a little, this conversation is for you. Follow for more: @spearpodcast @seanspear #natalieyoun #doggielawn #entrepreneurship #leadership #persistence #spearpodcast