Token CEO
567 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 months ago - ★★★★ - 4K ratingsOn Token CEO, Erika Nardini offers a glimpse into her world as CEO of Barstool Sports. Between meetings and conference calls, Token CEO tracks Erika's moves in real time, with episodes every week. From current news to business strategy, Erika breaks down a variety of topics with an inside look on what’s going on in Barstool HQ. Featuring weekly guests from the boardroom, the locker room, and everywhere in between, Token CEO is raw and candid - just like its host.
You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/tokenceo
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Episodes
How A Charity Auctioneer Claims Her Confidence on Stage (ft. Lydia Fenet)
April 27, 2023 17:49On today's episode we're joined by Charity Auctioneer and author Lydia Fenet. Lydia has been named one of New York’s most influential women by Gotham magazine and she has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Vogue, Vanity Fair, and more. She is the leading charity auctioneer in the world and has single handedly has raised over a billion dollars for over 800 organizations. Her book 'CLAIM YOUR CONFIDENCE: Unlock Your Superpower and Create the Life You Want' i...
How Christina Fagan Pardy Turned Her Passion For Knitting Into A Multi-Million Dollar Business
April 20, 2023 10:00On today's episode Erika is joined but the CEO and found of Sh*t That I Knit, Christina Fagan Pardy. Christina created the brand simply because she loved knitting and felt passionate about it. She quit her full-time sales job and now runs multi-million dollar company that has been featured on The Today Show and even has partnerships with NFL, NHL, and Team USA Olympics. Christina and Erika discuss how she created the brand, quitting her full time job, doing things scared, why she loves knitt...
Doing Things Scared
April 18, 2023 19:57On today's episode Erika gives us an inside look at what's going on at Barstool including everything from new hires and change to reviewing the NYPD vs. FDNY hockey game. Plus we're joined by special guest, found and CEO of 'Sh*t I Knit', Christina Pardy Fagan to help us answer your career Q&A's. Erika and Christina get into making connectiona nd reaching out to people, future aspirations and making a big career change. Enjoy! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spoti...
How Captain Sandy Became Reality TV’s Favorite Boat Captain
April 13, 2023 14:30On today's episode Erika is joined by reality star and author, Captain Sandy Yawn. Sandy is currently currently the captain on Bravo TV’s Below Deck Mediterranean and her debut book 'Be The Calm or Be The Storm: Leadership Lessons from a Women at the Helm' shares he leadership skills and critical thinking she displays as a captain, to empower anyone to navigate their way to a successful life. Sandy and Erika discuss Sandy's journey, hitting rock bottom, being a reality star, being a female b...
Is Barstool Becoming Too Corporate?
April 11, 2023 14:03On today's episode Erika is joined by Tyler Mornin and Enrique to discuss Feits vs. the third floor and weighing if Barstool is becoming too corporate. Plus, Tyler answer your career Q&A's including working with family, imposter syndrome and switch jobs too early in your career. Enjoy! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/tokenceo
How Robyn DelMonte Found Her Purpose
April 06, 2023 10:00On today's episode we're joined by Robyn DelMonte, the founder and creative director of Girl Boss Town. Robyn works as a marketing, branding, social strategy for brands and celebrities. Erika and Robyn discuss blowing up on TikTok, leaving a corporate job, marketing and PR, saving & money, finding your purpose and much more. Enjoy! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/to...
Loving Your Job Vs. Job Security
April 04, 2023 13:51On today's episode Erika gives us an inside look at her week at Barstool. She discusses hiring new people, lay-off happening at other companies, WWE being sold, and the NCAA women's championship game. Plus as always we answer your questions including getting a raise, job security in this economy, telling your manager you don't want to be promoted and companies changing. Enjoy! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on ...
How Chris Appleton Became Just As Famous As His Hollywood Clients
March 30, 2023 10:00On today's episode we're joined by celebrity hair stylist, Chris Appleton. Chris is from Leicester, England and got his start in hair styling when he was 16 years old. He has worked with clients including Jennifer Lopez, Kim Kardashian West, Ariana Grande, Katy Perry and many more. He currently has a modeling contract with IMG Models and a new smoothie available at Erewhon. Chris and Erika talk about how he got his start, working in Hollywood, his favorite era of his life, hair styles and m...
How To Catch Red Flags From Your Manager
March 28, 2023 19:11On today's episode Erika gives us a a Barstool/Penn Entertainment update, plus reminisces about the old Barstool days in lieu of the drama happening in the office. As always we answer your questions including setting expectations at work, leaving a job with a great boss, encouraging employees without dampening their spirits and catching red flags. Enjoy! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more,...
How Ally Love Became A Peloton Instructor With No Fitness Experience
March 23, 2023 10:00On today's episode Erika is joined by Peloton instructor and CEO of Love Squad, Ally Love. Ally was born and raised in Miami, Florida and moved to New York when she moved for college to attend Fordham College. She currently works as a Peloton instructor, an in arena reporter for the Brooklyn Nets and she is the CEO of her own brand, Love Squad, Fitness and lifestyle website meant to empower women in business, fitness, and life. Erika and Ally discuss her dance career, how she got her start a...
Overcoming Rejection From a Job Interview
March 21, 2023 18:55On today's episode Erika gives a little of what she's been thinking and reading about and always we answer your Q&A's including, not getting rewarded at work, getting advice about the future of your career and getting rejected for a job. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/tokenceo
Paula Faris Tells Us How To Ditch Your Working Mom Guilt
March 16, 2023 10:00On today’s episode we’re joined by award winning journalist and author, Paula Faris. Faris formally worked on in Television including, World News Now, American This morning, Good Morning America and The View co-hosting and co-anchoring. After leaving the television industry Faris founded a company called CARRY Media, which celebrates, champions and advocates for working moms by giving them a voice. She now has a book out called You Don't Have to Carry It All: Ditch the Mom Guilt and Find a B...
Sydney Carter Doesn't Care What People Think Of Her Sideline Outfits
March 14, 2023 10:00On today’s episode, Erika gives us a look into her first Penn Entertainment board meeting that she attended last week in Colorado. We discuss welcoming new people at work and being open to learning from them and constantly asking questions. Plus, she takes a look at the Barstool offsite meeting happening this week (that Gaz will be in charge of (Happy Birthday Gaz!)) and what will be discussed, including how Barstool is changing, where the company wants to be in 5 to 10 years, the evolution ...
How Barstool's Pirate Water Was Born
March 09, 2023 11:00On today's episode we are joined by Sam Catalina (again!). Sam is currently the Chief Marketing Officer at Phusion Projects. Phusion Projects was created 15 years ago by Jason Freeman and Jeff Wright after they created Four Loko. Sam joins us to discuss creating Pirate Water, partnering with Barstool Sports, her career and how she got to Phusion, what other products Phusion has created and much more. Enjoy! (00:02:21) What is Phusion Projects? (00:06:09) How Sam Got to Phusion (00:08:21) Pa...
How The CMO Of Phusion Projects Successfully Changed Industries
March 07, 2023 11:00On today’s episode, we are joined by the CMO of Phusion Projects, Samantha Catalina. Sam joins us this week in the NYC office for the launch of Barstool’s newest malt beverage, Pirate Water. Sam and Erika answer all your career and business questions including, how to handle being spoken down to, finding a mentor, changing industries and telling your boss about applying to new jobs. Stay tuned for Thursday’s episode where we learn more about Sam, the launch of Pirate Water and Phusion Projec...
Olympic Gold Medalist Brianna Decker Retires From Hockey
March 02, 2023 15:30On today's episode we're joined by women's professional hockey player and Olympic Gold Medalist, Brianna Decker. Brianna joins Erika to announce her retirement from playing hockey. Brianna has played professional hockey since 2015 and has appeared in three Olympics. She discusses why she decided to retire, what she's going to do moving forward, her injury from last years Olympics, what she'll miss the most and much more. Enjoy! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spot...
How To Ask Your Boss For More Money
February 28, 2023 18:47On today's episode Erika gives us a look inside at her week at Barstool. We are a week into the Penn acquisition and Erika tells us about changes that have happened (and haven't happened) plus what will change in the future and the business strategies the company is moving forward with. We also take a look at the launch of Pirate Water and preview the upcoming Rough 'N Rowdy, which features another female headline fight. And as always we answer your business Q&A's including standing out in a...
What Happens Now That Penn Acquired Barstool Sports?
February 23, 2023 11:00On today’s episode we take another look at the Penn Entertainment x Barstool Sports acquisition. Erika, Gaz and other Barstool employees traveled to Atlantic City last week for the yearly Penn Entertainment business conference. Erika gives an inside look at Barstool Sports to the Penn employees and talks about the future of the partnership. Plus, we are also joined by Erika’s friend and executive producer of the Megyn Kelly Show,Steve Krakauer. Steve’s new book, Uncovered: How the Media Got ...
Penn Entertainment Officially Acquires Barstool Sports
February 21, 2023 11:00On today's episode we take an inside look at the Barstool Sports and Penn Entertainment acquisition. Erika give us an inside look at all the ins and outs of the deal and we also get to hear from Jay Snowden and other Penn employees on why they chose Barstool, what changes will be made, how the deal happened and much more. Enjoy! (00:02:24) Penn x Barstool Company Meeting (00:19:28) Q&A You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen a...
Joey’s Mid-Quarter Review
February 16, 2023 11:00On today's episode Erika checks in with us for the mid-quarter review. She takes a look at her own personal and life goals and gives advice on how you need to approach the mid-year coming up. Plus we're joined by Out & About host, Joey Camasta and the two discuss Joey's mid-qaurter review, his content coming up and his life and work goals. Enjoy! (00:02:11) Mid-Quarter Check-in (00:12:08) Joey Camasta You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Memb...
How Rihanna Became The Advertising MVP Of The Big Game (ft. Kelly Keegs)
February 14, 2023 11:00On today’s episode Erika is joined by Barstool Sports content creator, Kelly Keegs. Erika and Kelly discuss all things from The Big Game including the advertisements, Rihanna’s halftime performance and how she marketed herself and her business. Plus Kelly tells us about all things happening in the entertainment world. As always Erika answers your career and business questions including getting a job from an internship, giving constructive feedback, moving to a start-up and respect in the wor...
How Jamie Erdahl Landed An NFL Hosting Gig
February 09, 2023 11:00On today’s episode Erika is joined by Jamie Erdahl. Jamie is currently the host of Good Morning Football on NFL Network and a former sideline reporter for the SEC on CBS. Jamie and Erika discuss the NFC and AFC Championship games, how Jamie got her job at NFL Network, her previous jobs, who’s going to win the “Big Game”, loving your job, being the new person at work and much more. Enjoy! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ...
How Donna Kelce Raised Two NFL Players
February 07, 2023 18:37On today's episode Erika is joined by Donna Kelce, the mother of Jason and Travis Kelce and the first mother to have 2 sons play in the Super Bowl. Donna gives us the secret to raising 2 NFL players and tells us her plans for after the game, no matter what the results. Erika also answers your questions on performance reviews with a new boss, being too direct and transitioning to becoming a manager. Enjoy! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime M...
Saving $18 A Day Could Make You A Millionaire
February 02, 2023 10:00On today’s episode Erika is joined by her friend and CEO, Michelle Smith. Michelle has spent her career in financial services and is currently the CEO of Source Financial Advisors. She has dedicated her career to advocating for women’s financial literacy and has also founded Wife2CFO, for women who want to take control of their financial future. Erika and Michelle discuss creating and maintaining a budget, how much money you need to save and invest to have a million dollars, financing your l...
Erika Reveals Who Would Be Her Successor At Barstool
January 31, 2023 10:00On today’s episode we are joined by Francis Ellis again but this time he has questions for Erika. He asks her everything from the upcoming Penn acquisition to spending money to Erika’s name change and much more. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/tokenceo
How A Fired Barstool Employee Made His Comeback (ft. Francis Ellis)
January 26, 2023 10:00On today’s episode Erika is joined by Barstool Sports content creator and comedian, Francis Ellis. Francis was the winner of the first season of Barstool Idol in 2016 and continued to work for Barstool for 3 years. In 2019 he was fired for a blog that he wrote. Francis continued to do comedy, host a podcast and any work on any job he could find after he lost his job at Barstool. Last year Dave brought him back to the company and he currently hosts Oops The Podcast with Giulio Gallarotti. Fra...
What's Going On In The Media Industry? (ft Steve Krakauer)
January 24, 2023 10:00On today’s episode Erika is joined by Steve Krakauer. Steve is the the executive producer of the Megyn Kelly Show and hosts & edits a podcast called The Fourth Watch. He has also worked at CNN, TheBlaze, Mediaite, TVNewser and NBC. Steve and Erika discuss what is going on in the current media world and at companies including CNN, Substack, Twitter, Fox News, ESPN, Disney, etc. Plus, as always Erika answers your work Q&A and touches on getting a promotion, leaving a toxic work environment and...
Are You Depressed Or Do You Have Gut Issues? (ft. Lo Bosworth)
January 19, 2023 10:00On today’s episode, Erika sits down with the founder and CEO of Love Wellness, Lo Bosworth. The former reality TV Star Lo Bosworth created the female-first wellness company focused on total body care because she wanted to create a more open and honest self-care culture for women. The 2 discuss pivoting from the entertainment industry, gut, brain and vagina health, why Lo wanted to create Love Wellness, starting a business and much more. You can find Love Wellness in your local, Target, Walma...
Making The Most Of The Moment
January 17, 2023 10:00On today’s episode Erika talks about figuring your s**t out as you enter the new year. She gives us the tqo questions that everyone should be thinking about whether it’s at work or in other aspects of your life plus how she is answering those questions in her own life and at Barstool. As always we answer you career questions and look at managing employees that have checked out, meetings that go over their allotted time and accepting a job offer. Stay tuned for Thursday's episode with Lo Bosw...
Cynthia Rowley's Fashion Designs Were Mocked Before She Built An Empire
January 12, 2023 10:00On today’s episode Erika sits down with American Fashion Designer, Cynthia Rowley. Cynthia’s brand, Cynthia Rowely, is a leading global lifestyle brand built on the philosophy that fashion should be an adventure. Cynthia started her career at the Art Institute of Chicago with the intention of being a painter but later switched her focus to fashion. She launched her first capsule collection in 1988 and since then has grown to include women's wear, handbags, glasses, color cosmetics, fragrance...
The 4 Ways To Start Fresh At Work This Year
January 10, 2023 10:00On today’s episode Erika discusses the 4 possible work scenarios that you could be in when entering the new year. These include starting a new job, deciding you want to leave your job, not having a job and going for it at your current job. Plus, as always Erika answers your career questions and talks about performance at work, having a sh*tty manager and end of year bonuses. Stay tuned for Thursday’s episode with fashion designer Cynthia Rowley! (00:02:20) Starting Fresh At Work (00:15:12) ...
How Millionaire Entrepreneur Pinky Cole Created Slutty Vegan
January 05, 2023 10:00On today’s episode Erika sits down with American restaurateur, Pinky Cole. Pinky is the owner and operator of Slutty Vegan, a plant-based burger restaurant chain. Cole describes Slutty Vegan as "someone who eats vegan but enjoys junk food” and she wanted to give the name a hook to help people to reimagine food. Erika and Pinky discuss how Pinky got to where she is, being confident, having the right people around you, taking no bullshit and much more. Enjoy! (00:03:36) Pinky Cole You can fi...
Behind The Scenes Of The Barstool Arizona Bowl (ft. All Business Pete & Live Event Lisa)
January 03, 2023 10:00On today's episode Erika is joined by Pete Overmyer, SVP of Technology and Lisa Litvack, VP of Live Events, live from the Barstool Arizona Bowl to discuss all things behind the scenes of the bowl. Pete and Lisa describe how they got to Barstool, how the company has changed since they started, their roles in the creation of The Arizona Bowl and much more. We finish out the episode with a Q&A featuring soon to be mom, Kayce Smith. Erika and Kayce discuss navigating work as a new mom. Stay tune...
Why Advertisers Like Partnering With Barstool Sports
December 22, 2022 10:00On today’s episode Erika is joined by Jay Woods, the CEO of Omega Accounting Solutions. Omega Accounting Solutions is a partner of Barstool Sports as an advertiser and in correlation with the Barstool Fund to help small businesses through the pandemic. The two discuss what it takes to be a good accountant, Omega’s partnership with Barstool, managing your finances and much more. In addition, Erika talks to Enrique, the Barstool office operations manager about the security incident that occurr...
Year End Performance Review Feedback | Work Like a Girl
December 20, 2022 10:00On today's episode Erika gives us advice on getting constructive feedback in your year end performance review and what your first job salary should look like. Enjoy! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/tokenceo
How Miriam Haart Is Breaking Barriers On My Unorthodox Life
December 15, 2022 10:00On today’s episode Erika sits down with Miriam Haart. Miriam is an engineering graduate of Stanford University and stars in Netflix's My Unorthodox Life along with her family. The two discuss how Miriam broke out of her Orthodox Jewish community, becoming your true self, entering a new life and much more. Plus we take a look at Barstool’s 2023 end of the year meeting and Erika breaks down how we run our company and things that need to be changed. As always we answer your career and job quest...
Setting Goals For Your Future Self | Work Like A Girl
December 13, 2022 10:00On today's calls Erika gives advice on how to work for yourself and create on your own. Plus, we help a caller market a product she made, enjoy! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/tokenceo
How to Become a ‘Rich Bitch’ With Nicole Lapin
December 08, 2022 10:00On today’s episode we talk to New York Times best selling author and money expert, Nicole Lapin. She has worked as a journalist at CNN and CNBC and her list of books includes Rich Bitch, Boss Bitch and Becoming Super Woman. Nicole gives all her advice on money and finances including investing, getting someone to pay you back, the stock market, getting out of debt and much more. Plus, leading up to her Rough ‘N Rowdy fight we have Grace O’Malley to talk about why she decided to fight, her tra...
Navigating Impending Lay-Offs | Work Like A Girl
December 06, 2022 10:00On today's call Erika gives a caller advice on how to navigate an office environment when there are impending lay-offs. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/tokenceo
How Milk Bar Founder Christina Tosi Built A Dessert Empire
December 01, 2022 10:00On today’s episode Erika sits down with the founder and chef of Milk Bar, Christina Tosi. Christina created Milk Bar because she didn’t like the perfectionism in fine dining restaurants and wanted to build what she believed should have existed, which was dessert in a unique way. They discuss Christina’s path to Milk Bar, the lessons she teaches her staff, their dirty dessert secrets and much more. In addition, Erika gives us an inside look at Barstool’s Black Friday sale and the Cyber Monday...
Jealous Co-Workers | Work Like A Girl
November 29, 2022 10:00On today's call Erika gives advice on dealing with jealous co-workers and calling people out when they criticize you. Plus a very special caller asks for advice on keeping his office space clean and organized. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/tokenceo
Navigating Licensing Deals | Work Like a Girl
November 22, 2022 10:00On today's Work Like a Girl Erika gives a small business owner advice on how to navigate licensing deals and returning to work after having maternity leave. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/tokenceo
Melissa Ben-Ishay Found Her Million-Dollar Passion Post Layoff
November 17, 2022 10:00On today’s episode Erika sits down with the founder and CEO of Baked By Melissa, Melissa Ben-Ishay. Melissa created Baked By Melissa at 24 years old after getting laid off at Deutsch Inc. The company now has 14 locations, ships nationwide and has sold more than 100 million cupcakes. Melissa talks about how getting fired helped push her to create her business, becoming a CEO, overcoming obstacles during COVID, loving work and much more. Plus Erika dives into this week's boardroom and recaps t...
11,000 Job Applications? | Work Like A Girl
November 15, 2022 18:46On today's episode Erika give her advice to a caller that has applied to 11,000 job applications via LinkedIn with no positive response. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/tokenceo
What's Going On With Twitter?
November 10, 2022 10:00On today’s episode Erika talks with the founder of Business Class and Girlboss Media, Sophia Amoruso. Sophia is also the founder and former CEO of Nasty Gal and wrote the NYT Bestselling Book book #Girlboss that sold over 500,000 copies. The two discuss Sophia’s newest business venture, the term “Girlboss”, starting a business and much more. Erika also sits down with Barstool’s first employee and Head of Distribution, Paul Gulczynski, and they discuss the world of Twitter and Elon Musk’s tak...
Taking A Job You’re Underqualified For | Work Like A Girl
November 08, 2022 11:00On today's call Erika gives her advice on taking a promotion when you're not exactly qualified for it. Plus, the best way to advocate for resources for your team at work. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/tokenceo
Taking Control Of Sex & Business (ft. Liz Goldwyn)
November 03, 2022 09:00On todays episode, Erika's sits down with author and founder of The Sex Ed, Liz Goldwyn. Liz's podcast, The Sex Ed, focuses on sex, health, and consciousness education. Liz and Erika discuss communication and boundaries, how sex and business are not that different, porn and the internet and much more. Plus, Erika answers your questions about how to handle getting laid off and what you should do moving forward. Enjoy! Sex, Health & Consciousness: How to Reclaim Your Pleasure Potential: https...
Pivoting Your Career To A Different Industry | Work Like A Girl
November 01, 2022 09:00On today’s episode Erika gives young women advice on how to pivot their career and change industries. Plus she give advice on how that can effect you salary. Enjoy! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/tokenceo
How Sports Broadcaster Charissa Thompson Is Dominating The NFL
October 27, 2022 09:00On today’s episode Erika chats with sports broadcaster Charissa Thompson. Charissa is currently a host with Fox Sports and Amazon's Thursday Night Football. Charissa has worked for ESPN, Versus, as well as for GSN and the Big Ten Network and currently hosts a podcast called Calm Down with Erin Andrews. The 2 discuss Thursday Night Football, how Charissa became a sports broadcaster, working with Fox and Amazon, always staying authentic, creating a support system at work and much more! Plus, E...
Encouraging Employees In The Era Of Quiet Quitting | Work Like a Girl
October 25, 2022 09:00Erika is back on the quiet quitting train and answers a career coach's question about building teams in the era of quiet quitting. Plus, a woman looks for advice on creating change in the maternity leave policy at her company. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/tokenceo