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How I Built This with Guy Raz

How I Built This with Guy Raz

Guy Raz · Business · EN

This podcast features Guy Raz interviewing successful entrepreneurs about the origins of their iconic brands. Each episode delves into the founders' personal journeys, highlighting moments of struggle and eventual triumph. It offers insights into innovation, leadership, and overcoming challenges...

850
Episodes
590
Guests

Notable Guests

TC
Troy Carter 6x
MK
Marcia Kilgore 6x
GE
Gary Erickson 5x
JH
Jenn Hyman 5x
SL
Sadie Lincoln 5x
JZ
John Zimmer 5x
JK
Jim Koch 5x
MM
Miguel McKelvey 4x
Julia Hartz
Julia Hartz 4x
Neil Blumenthal
Neil Blumenthal 4x
Joe Gebbia
Joe Gebbia 4x
JW
Jane Wurwand 4x
AD
Andy Dunn 4x
AP
Alberto Perlman 4x
DN
David Neeleman 4x

Recent Episodes

01:15:34
Jul 9, 2026 · 00:48:52
Jeni Britton advises on marketing frozen fries and seeking outside capital for pierogi brand.
Jeni Britton
00:48:52
Jul 6, 2026 · 01:03:57
Krishna Kaliannan created Catalina Crunch from keto diet necessity due to diabetes.
Krishna Kaliannan
01:03:57
Jul 2, 2026 · 00:43:26
Ann adapts jewelry business to gold prices; Felix grows legacy honey/skincare company.
00:43:26
Jun 29, 2026 · 01:14:49
Joey Shamah launched e.l.f. Cosmetics with high-quality makeup priced at just $1.
Joey Shamah
01:14:49
Jun 25, 2026 · 00:43:38
Ruchi, Peter, and Dominic seek advice on distribution, wine marketing, and international coffee expansion.
00:43:38
Jun 22, 2026 · 01:14:00
Stephen Starr, a non-foodie, built a restaurant empire on gut instinct after early careers in radio and music promotion.
01:14:00
Jun 18, 2026 · 00:45:03
Daisy seeks to expand her barefoot shoe brand internationally.
00:45:03
Jun 15, 2026 · 01:04:04
Maxine Clark defied skepticism to build a stuffed animal empire.
01:04:04
Jun 11, 2026 · 00:45:17
Whitney seeks funding for a fitness/retail startup, Chloe targets markets for crafting kits.
00:45:17
Jun 8, 2026 · 00:58:48
Tobias Lütke built Shopify after struggling with existing e-commerce software for his snowboard business.
Tobias Lutke
00:58:48
Jun 4, 2026 · 00:47:25
Tim Ferriss answers founder questions on scaling biodegradable ear plugs and accessory brand strategy.
Tim Ferriss
00:47:25
Jun 1, 2026 · 01:28:23
Brian Smith's epiphany led him to create UGG boots from sheepskin.
01:28:23
May 28, 2026 · 00:46:05
Kristina seeks marketing beyond organic social for toddler furniture.
00:46:05
May 25, 2026 · 01:27:22
Justin Gold transformed peanut butter by experimenting with flavors like honey, cinnamon, and banana.
Justin Gold
01:27:22
May 21, 2026 · 00:48:29
David's self-doubt with his soap brand and Marnie's premium sock pricing challenges.
00:48:29
May 18, 2026 · 01:07:18
Jensen Huang details NVIDIA's near-collapse and eventual rise to become the world's most valuable company.
Jensen Huang
01:07:18
May 14, 2026 · 00:41:47
Kristina aims to expand her pottery workshops nationally.
00:41:47
May 11, 2026 · 01:01:49
John Gabbert defied his family to build a furniture empire.
01:01:49
May 7, 2026 · 00:43:00
Anthony seeks growth strategies for his outdoor movie theater business.
00:43:00

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