5 Podcasts About The Mess Behind Success🤕

How I Built This with Guy Raz

Stonyfield Yogurt: Gary Hirshberg

Gary Hirshberg’s story is an example of how holding onto your values can lead you through the toughest moments.

Two hippie farmers turned a simple idea — organic yogurt made to support their farm — into a thriving brand, Stonyfield. This episode reveals the grit, resilience, and heart it took to survive near-collapse and scale a business that not only succeeded financially but stayed true to a bigger mission. It’s a reminder that success isn’t just what you build, but why you build it.

No More Mondays

Start With Your Why to Overcome Fear: Midweek Momentum with Mark Lebrun

Mark Labrun is a digital creator and motivational speaker who went from fearing the moment he pressed record to inspiring thousands online.

This episode is a reminder that when you know your “why,” fear doesn’t stand a chance. Mark’s story encourages us all to show up — imperfect, vulnerable, and brave — even when it feels uncomfortable. If you’ve ever struggled with self-doubt or criticism, this episode will remind you how powerful owning your voice can be.

The Unconventional Career Coach

E66. Sabrina's Career Pivot - Building your resume like a Billboard (when you have a wealth of experience and don't know where to start)

When Sabrina reached out for help updating her resume, Maartje saw an opportunity to do more than just craft a document — she helped Sabrina uncover the story behind her rich and varied career.

For anyone juggling experience across roles and industries, this episode offers a fresh perspective on how to translate that journey into a resume that truly opens doors.

Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus

Julia Gets Wise with Jane Goodall

To honor the remarkable life and legacy of Jane Goodall, who passed away at 91, this episode revisits Julia’s extraordinary conversation with the visionary scientist and conservationist. Recorded one year ago, Jane reflects on her trailblazing work in Gombe and the profound belief that guided her life:

“What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make.” Through her words and example, she reminds us that purpose begins with personal choice.

Julia and Jane explore how curiosity, empathy, and storytelling can change the world — followed by Julia and her mom Judith discussing the comic chaos of a camping trip planned by Julia’s best friend, Paula. It’s an episode full of heart, humor, and timeless wisdom.

Discover Babalu from Uneasy Tiger

Sherry Zhang committed suicide in 1989. When she died, she left behind a baby daughter and unbeknownst to her family, dozens of cassette tapes recording her innermost thoughts. Years later, Luisa, the child Sherry left behind, learns about these tapes and decides to finally get to know the mother she lost through her own words. But the more she listens, the more questions she has.

Listen To The Unfinished Idea

Raising a neurodivergent child can feel isolating—but you don’t have to do it alone. The Unfinished Idea podcast is your honest, heartfelt space to talk about the real joys and struggles of parenting in a neurodiverse world. Hosted by a neurodivergent mom who gets it, each episode blends real stories, practical support, and a dash of bold truth-telling that will make you feel seen, not judged.

Listen now and join a community that truly understands.

If She Can Make It Here

The mission of Amplify Her® Foundation is to support women and girls from underserved communities to become transformative changemakers. If She Can Make It Here celebrates the innovative, bold, and resilient women leading across New York City, like Ai-jen Poo and Reshma Saujani, who build pathways, shift narratives, and transform systems to advance gender equity.

Between feature episodes, we’ll spotlight stories from Amplify Her® Foundation’s grantee partners revealing how innovation - from STEM education to entrepreneurship - fuels long-term impact.