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How I Built This with Guy Raz, page 5
by Guy Raz | Wondery · English
Guy Raz interviews the world’s best-known entrepreneurs to learn how they built their iconic brands. In each episode, founders reveal deep, intimate moments of doubt and failure, and share insights on their eventual success. How I Built This is a master-class on innovation, creativity, leadership and how to navigate challenges of all kinds. New episodes release on Mondays and Thursdays.
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Nuts.com: Jeff Braverman. From Corner Store to Snacktime PowerhouseIn this episode of *How I Built This*, host Guy Raz interviews Jeff Braverman, who transformed his family’s modest nut business into the successful online powerhouse, Nuts.com.27 Oct 2025 · 1 h 12 min
Advice Line with John Zimmer of LyftJohn Zimmer, co-founder of Lyft23 Oct 2025 · 51 min
Magnolia: Chip & Joanna Gaines. From House Flipping to Household NameIn this episode of *How I Built This*, Guy Raz interviews Chip and Joanna Gaines, the dynamic duo behind the Magnolia brand, best known for their popular home renovation show, *Fixer Upper*.20 Oct 2025 · 1 h 34 min
Advice Line with Stacy Madison of Stacy’s Pita ChipsGuy Raz interviews renowned entrepreneurs to uncover their journeys of building iconic brands. The podcast delves into moments of doubt, failure, and insights that lead to success.16 Oct 2025 · 55 min
Faherty Brand: Alex and Mike Faherty. How Jersey Shore + Manhattan Chic grew to 80 stores.In this episode of *How I Built This*, Guy Raz interviews identical twins Alex and Mike Faherty, co-founders of the clothing brand Faherty.13 Oct 2025 · 1 h 13 min
Advice Line with Michael Dubin of Dollar Shave ClubIn this episode of *How I Built This*, Guy Raz is joined by Michael Dubin, founder of Dollar Shave Club, to answer questions from early-stage entrepreneurs.9 Oct 2025 · 54 min
Pressbox and Tide Cleaners: Vijen Patel. The $1.99 Gamble That Built a National BrandIn this episode of *How I Built This*, Guy Raz interviews Vijen Patel, co-founder of Pressbox, which transitioned into Tide Cleaners after being acquired by Procter & Gamble.6 Oct 2025 · 1 h 6 min
Advice Line with Tony Xu of DoordashIn this episode of *How I Built This*, host Guy Raz speaks with Tony Xu, co-founder and CEO of DoorDash, as part of a segment called the Advice Line.2 Oct 2025 · 49 min
Craigslist: Craig Newmark — The Forrest Gump of the InternetIn this episode of *How I Built This*, Guy Raz interviews Craig Newmark, the founder of Craigslist, an internet classified ad platform that has transformed how people find jobs, housing, and…29 Sep 2025 · 1 h 5 min
Advice Line with Randy Hetrick of TRXIn this episode of *How I Built This* with Guy Raz, Randy Hetrick, former Navy SEAL and founder of the suspension training company TRX, returns to the show to provide advice to early-stage…25 Sep 2025 · 52 min
Poppi: Allison and Stephen Ellsworth. From Farmers Market Vinegar Drink to $2B Soda SensationIn this episode, Guy Raz interviews Allison and Stephen Ellsworth, the co-founders of Poppi, a prebiotic soda brand that started from a simple home remedy using apple cider vinegar and transformed…22 Sep 2025 · 1 h 7 min
Advice Line with Bobbi Brown of Jones Road BeautyIn this episode of *How I Built This*, Guy Raz hosts Bobbi Brown, the founder of Bobbi Brown Cosmetics and Jones Road Beauty, on the Advice Line segment.18 Sep 2025 · 46 min
Nirav Tolia: Nextdoor. How neighborhood chatter went globalIn this episode of *How I Built This*, Guy Raz interviews Nirav Tolia, co-founder of Nextdoor, a hyperlocal social network aimed at reconnecting neighbors.15 Sep 2025 · 1 h 8 min
Advice Line with Dave Weiner of Priority BicyclesIn this episode, Guy Raz interviews Dave Weiner, the founder and CEO of Priority Bicycles, as part of the Advice Line series.11 Sep 2025 · 56 min
Carlton Calvin: Razor. The wild rise, collapse, and reinvention of a mobile toy empire.In this episode of *How I Built This*, host Guy Raz interviews Carlton Calvin, the co-founder of Razor, discussing the rapid rise, fall, and resurgence of the Razor scooter brand.8 Sep 2025 · 1 h 14 min
Advice Line: Playing to Your StrengthsIn this special mashup episode, Guy Raz hosts an "Advice Line" featuring prominent past guests: Troy Carter (former manager of Lady Gaga), Joe Gebbia (co-founder of Airbnb), and Sadie Lincoln…4 Sep 2025 · 38 min
Don Vultaggio: AriZona Beverage Company - The Snap Decision That Outsmarted SnappleThis podcast features interviews with leading entrepreneurs, exploring their journeys, challenges, and successes in building iconic brands.1 Sep 2025 · 1 h
Advice Line with Tim FerrissIn this episode of *How I Built This*, Guy Raz welcomes Tim Ferriss, renowned entrepreneur, author, and podcaster, to provide advice to early-stage founders.28 Aug 2025 · 46 min
(July 2021) Ben Chestnut: From Side Business to $12 Billion – The Accidental Triumph of MailchimpIn this episode, Guy Raz interviews Ben Chestnut, co-founder of Mailchimp, an email marketing platform that unexpectedly grew into a $12 billion business.25 Aug 2025 · 1 h 19 min
Advice Line with Jamie Siminoff of Ring (August 2024)In this episode, Guy Raz is joined by Jamie Siminoff, the founder of Ring, to answer questions from three entrepreneurs about balancing short- and long-term goals as they navigate their business…21 Aug 2025 · 52 min
Madison Reed: Amy ErrettIn this episode, Guy Raz interviews Amy Errett, the founder and CEO of Madison Reed, a hair color company that has disrupted the traditional hair dye industry.18 Aug 2025 · 1 h 18 min
Exclusive Update: The Chef Who Shocked the Culinary World and Why He’s Changing Course Again—Daniel Humm of Eleven Madison ParkIn this episode, Guy Raz interviews chef Daniel Humm of Eleven Madison Park (EMP), who had previously made headlines by turning his renowned 3-Michelin-star restaurant into a 100% plant-based…13 Aug 2025 · 43 min
Crumbl: Jason McGowanIn this episode of "How I Built This," host Guy Raz interviews Jason McGowan, co-founder of Crumbl Cookies.11 Aug 2025 · 1 h 5 min
Advice Line with Mei Xu of Chesapeake Bay Candle and BluemeIn this episode of *How I Built This*, Guy Raz welcomes Mei Xu, founder of Chesapeake Bay Candle and Blueme, to offer advice to early-stage entrepreneurs.7 Aug 2025 · 42 min