Confessions of a Female Founder with Meghan

On today’s episode, Meghan sits down with Cassandra Morales Thurswell, founder of the viral beauty brand Kitsch. They have an authentic conversation about turning a passion into a business—from Cassie’s early days handcrafting hair ties to building one of the largest self-funded, woman-owned beauty brands in the country. The two discuss how grit, intentional design, and a scrappy mindset were essential in transforming a humble start into a thriving global business. Follow Meghan @Meghan and Cassandra @CassandraThurswell on Instagram. Stay up to date with us @LemonadaMedia on X, Facebook, and Instagram. For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our shows and get bonus content. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Main Theme: “Crabbuckit” words and music by Kevin Deron Brereton (c) Universal Songs of Polygram Int., Inc. on behalf of Universal Music Publishing Canada (BMI) / 100% interest for the Territory.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Meghan sits down with Heather Hasson, the founder of FIGS, a company that has completely revolutionized the medical apparel industry. What began with Heather selling scrubs outside hospitals for cash has since grown into a billion-dollar brand that’s reshaping how healthcare professionals think and feel about their workwear. In this conversation, the pair share the challenges and triumphs of building a company from the ground up, the steep learning curve of entrepreneurship, and why staying close to the day-to-day details still matters. Follow Meghan @Meghan and Heather @heatherhasson on Instagram. Stay up to date with us @LemonadaMedia on X, Facebook, and Instagram. For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our shows and get bonus content. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Main Theme: “Crabbuckit” words and music by Kevin Deron Brereton (c) Universal Songs of Polygram Int., Inc. on behalf of Universal Music Publishing Canada (BMI) / 100% interest for the Territory.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Meghan dives in deep with Hannah Mendoza, founder of Clevr Blends, and discovers how she turned a daily ritual into a multimillion-dollar business. In this inspiring conversation, the pair share insights into what it means to go from startup to scale, and divulge their most important learns along the way. Follow Meghan @Meghan and Hannah @hannah__mendoza on Instagram. Stay up to date with us @LemonadaMedia on X, Facebook, and Instagram. For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our shows and get bonus content. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Main Theme: “Crabbuckit” words and music by Kevin Deron Brereton (c) Universal Songs of Polygram Int., Inc. on behalf of Universal Music Publishing Canada (BMI) / 100% interest for the Territory.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meghan sits down with close friend Jamie Kern Lima to share the incredible story of how she went from waiting tables at Denny’s to becoming the groundbreaking co-founder of IT Cosmetics. In 2016, Jamie sold the brand to L’Oréal for $1.2 Billion in cash, a deal that made her the first female CEO of a brand in the company’s history. The two discuss the power of authenticity, overcoming setbacks, and the critical importance of trusting your instincts.   Follow Meghan @Meghan and Jamie @jamiekernlima on Instagram. Stay up to date with us @LemonadaMedia on X, Facebook, and Instagram. For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our shows and get bonus content. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Main Theme: “Crabbuckit” words and music by Kevin Deron Brereton (c) Universal Songs of Polygram Int., Inc. on behalf of Universal Music Publishing Canada (BMI) / 100% interest for the Territory.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Meghan sits down with Kadi Lee, co-founder of Highbrow Hippie and the go-to colorist for some of Hollywood’s biggest names. What began as a blog has since grown into a brick-and-mortar salon and a thoughtfully crafted product line, all built with heart and the utmost attention to detail. The pair discuss what it means to grow something from the ground up, how to lead with your values, and why staying connected to your community is the ultimate marker of success. Follow Meghan @Meghan and Kadi @highbrowhippie on Instagram. Stay up to date with us @LemonadaMedia on X, Facebook, and Instagram. For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our shows and get bonus content. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Main Theme: “Crabbuckit” words and music by Kevin Deron Brereton (c) Universal Songs of Polygram Int., Inc. on behalf of Universal Music Publishing Canada (BMI) / 100% interest for the Territory.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this dynamic episode, Meghan sits down with Reshma Saujani, a tenacious founder who’s built two successful nonprofits that close the gender gap for women: first, Girls Who Code and now, Moms First. Meghan met Reshma years ago when Girls Who Code was expanding into the UK. Here, they reunite to talk about redesigning workplaces for women and how to make the hard choice to put your health (and yourself) before your work. Follow Meghan @Meghan and Reshma @reshmasaujani on Instagram. Stay up to date with us @LemonadaMedia on X, Facebook, and Instagram. For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our shows and get bonus content. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Main Theme: “Crabbuckit” words and music by Kevin Deron Brereton (c) Universal Songs of Polygram Int., Inc. on behalf of Universal Music Publishing Canada (BMI) / 100% interest for the Territory.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whitney Wolfe Herd is best known for creating the dating app, Bumble. She also happens to be Meghan’s close friend. They chat about the pressures of launching a business and what it’s like doing it in the public eye. Plus, Whitney explains her decision to return as CEO of Bumble – and what she plans to change now that she’s back. Follow Meghan @Meghan and Whitney Wolfe Herd @Whitney on Instagram. Stay up to date with us @LemonadaMedia on X, Facebook, and Instagram. For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our shows and get bonus content. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Main Theme: “Crabbuckit” words and music by Kevin Deron Brereton (c) Universal Songs of Polygram Int., Inc. on behalf of Universal Music Publishing Canada (BMI) / 100% interest for the Territory.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, to hear the unfiltered stories behind the successes of notable female founders. The show launches April 8th, wherever you get your podcasts. Hit subscribe now so you never miss an episode!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.