Embracing AI in Business and Wild Survival Stories with Serial Entrepreneur Josh Sprague

Embracing AI in Business and Wild Survival Stories with Serial Entrepreneur Josh Sprague

In this episode of the Après Business Podcast, host Rebecca Babicz sits down with Josh Sprague, founder of outdoor hydration and gear brand Orange Mud, to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping the daily operations of running a modern business. From automating complex Amazon PPC campaigns to auditing Meta and Google Ads, Josh shares his hands-on experience using AI tools like Claude, Grok, and Gemini as high-level business co-workers. Rebecca Babicz and Josh discuss why clearly defining the problem is the true secret to getting great AI outputs, why human taste and distribution remain irreplaceable, and how entrepreneurs can leverage AI to work smarter instead of harder. Beyond the technology, the conversation shifts to the importance of balancing the intense grind of entrepreneurship and parenting with the vital need to step back and simply "play." Josh also recounts an incredible, near-death survival story involving a runaway boat, a harrowing overnight trek across the Texas wilderness, and a massive search-and-rescue mission. Whether you're looking to integrate AI into your marketing workflows or just love an epic story of resilience and adventure, this episode of the Après Business Podcast is packed with actionable takeaways.

Serial Entrepreneur Josh Sprague on EOS, SOPs, and Entrepreneurial Freedom

In this episode of the Après Business Podcast, host Rebecca Babicz sits down with Josh Sprague, founder of Orange Mud, Seven Clay, and Anvil Maker, to explore how he built multiple businesses that can operate without him being stuck in the day-to-day chaos. From scaling Orange Mud into a respected endurance sports brand to implementing EOS systems, SOPs, delegation frameworks, and AI-driven operations, Josh Sprague shares the real operational strategies that helped him transition from founder bottleneck to business owner freedom. Josh Sprague breaks down how Orange Mud was built from “innovation out of frustration,” the lessons he learned scaling direct-to-consumer brands, and the operational systems that now allow him to manage multiple companies simultaneously. Rebecca Babicz and Josh also dive deep into entrepreneurship, leadership, AI automation, fraud prevention, marketing analytics, organizational clarity, and the realities of running modern businesses in today’s rapidly changing environment. If you’re an entrepreneur, founder, operator, or business owner trying to scale without burning out, this episode of the Après Business Podcast delivers an honest behind-the-scenes look at what it actually takes to build systems that create freedom.

How Title Nine Built an Impact Engine with Lisa Gilliland

In this episode of the Après Business Podcast, Rebecca Babicz sits down with Lisa from Title Nine to unpack how a mission-driven brand can build a powerful ecosystem around women in business, sports, and community.Lisa shares how Title Nine has evolved beyond a traditional retail company into a community engine—supporting women through Pitch Fest, nonprofit grants, partnerships, and hands-on mentorship. From nonprofit grant models to founder support systems and the philosophy of saying “no” to stay aligned, this episode reveals what it really takes to build a brand rooted in purpose—not just profit. Subscribe to the Après Business Podcast for more conversations with founders, operators, and brand leaders building the future of outdoor and performance brands.#Oiselle #WomensRunning #RunningApparel #DirectToConsumer #RebeccaBabicz #RobinVieiraBrower #ApresBusinessPodcast #WomenOwnedBusiness

Inside Title Nine’s Community Strategy and Women-Led Growth Model

In this episode of the Après Business Podcast, host Rebecca Babicz sits down with Lisa Gilliland, Manager of Community at Title Nine, to break down how Title Nine has built a mission-driven outdoor brand centered around women, community, and long-term impact.Lisa Gilliland shares how Title Nine, the women-led outdoor apparel brand founded by Missy Park, has grown into a powerful hybrid of retailer and product company while staying deeply rooted in its mission to get more women outside. Rebecca Babicz and Lisa Gilliland explore how Title Nine approaches community building, influencer marketing, and partnerships in a way that prioritizes authenticity over scale.About Title NineTitle Nine is a women-led outdoor apparel brand founded in 1989 by Missy Park. Built on the belief that women belong in sports and the outdoors, Title Nine creates high-performance gear while also partnering with and promoting other women-owned brands.Connect with Rebecca BabiczHost of the Après Business Podcast, Rebecca Babicz interviews founders, operators, and brand builders shaping the future of outdoor, retail, and consumer brands.

Building a Dual Career as a Pro Athlete and Marketing Leader with Robin Vieira Brower of Oiselle

In this episode of the Après Business Podcast, host Rebecca Babicz sits down with Robin Vieira Brower, professional trail runner and Marketing Director at Oiselle, to discuss the unconventional path of building a dual career as both a professional athlete and a marketing leader inside the same brand. Robin shares how she approached Oiselle leadership about continuing her professional racing career while working in a senior marketing role, and how the company embraced the idea as a way to support women showing up as their full selves. What started as a bold personal conversation has evolved into a potential model for helping athletes develop business careers while they compete. Subscribe to the Après Business Podcast for more conversations with founders, operators, and brand leaders building the future of outdoor and performance brands. #Oiselle #WomensRunning #RunningApparel #DirectToConsumer #RebeccaBabicz #RobinVieiraBrower #ApresBusinessPodcast #WomenOwnedBusiness