Latest Hired Podcast Episodes
The Big Daddy Of GoDaddy: Billionaire Bob Parsons And His Quest For Domains
Hired! - May 18, 2024 17:00 - 41 minutesToday's guest grew up "poor as a church mouse," as he so lightly puts it. After a childhood of selling newspapers, pumping gas and working odd jobs to earn extra cash, he found himself with no college options and decided to enlist in the Marines. Founder of the world's largest and trusted domai...
An ETTL Encore...OPI Co-Founder Suzi Weiss-Fischmann's Journey To The American Dream
Hired! - May 11, 2024 17:00 - 37 minutesLiz revisits her conversation with Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, Co-Founder and Brand Ambassador of OPI Products, Inc. Suzi discusses achieving the American dream, how her company originally made dental products, and the advice she has for young entrepreneurs. Follow Liz on X: @LizClaman Learn more abou...
There's Money In Slime?! Karen Robinovitz Makes Millions By Letting The World Play With Oozing Goo
Hired! - May 04, 2024 17:00 - 42 minutesAfter immense loss, our guest today found herself totally bereft, grappling with grief, and unable to function. Yet, an unexpected beacon of hope changed the course of her narrative—slime. Co-founder and co-CEO of the Sloomoo Institute Karen Robinovitz shares how a squishy, gooey substance became...
From Immigration To Investment: The Mauricio Umansky Blueprint
Hired! - April 27, 2024 17:00 - 42 minutesToday's podcast is a masterclass on what to do when faced with the unexpected. Getting fired is often the best time to pivot and change careers completely. At 26, Mauricio Umanksy was suddenly fired from his job and took a huge leap that ultimately was the reason for all of his success. Founder...
An ETTL Encore...Going Deep Into The Mind of Kevin O’Leary
Hired! - April 20, 2024 17:00 - 45 minutesOn this episode, Liz revisits her conversation with Chairman of O’Leary Ventures and Beanstox, Kevin O’Leary where he shares how he rose to be the mogul and “Shark” he is today. Follow Liz on X: @LizClaman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A River Runs Through Her: Comedy Genius Joan Rivers' Daughter Melissa On Laughter & Life
Hired! - April 13, 2024 17:00 - 34 minutesWhat is the best medicine? On this podcast, it's laughter. Red Carpet Fashion Expert and daughter of comedian and icon Joan Rivers, Melissa Rivers joins Liz to discuss how her mother's signature humor, unique career path, and sense of style have inspired her throughout her own life. Later, Liz ...
An ETTL Encore... Pro Wrestler Ric Flair On His Six Decades Of Life Smackdowns
Hired! - April 06, 2024 17:00 - 43 minutesSixteen-time World Heavyweight Champion and two-time WWE Hall of Famer Ric Flair joins the podcast to share his life story, from being stolen from an orphanage as a baby, to his stint as a WWE superstar, and surviving a life-altering plane crash in 1975. Follow Liz on X: @LizClaman Learn more ab...
An ETTL Encore...How Poppi Founder Allison Ellsworth Went From Food Stamps To #1 Soda On Amazon
Hired! - March 30, 2024 17:00 - 28 minutesOn this encore episode, Allison Ellsworth, Founder & Chief Brand Officer of Poppi joins Liz to share how she managed to rise to the top of the health and wellness food market. Follow Liz on X: @LizClaman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Driven To Laughter: Jimmy Failla's Ride From Taxi Driver To Late-Night Host
Hired! - March 23, 2024 17:00 - 36 minutesEight years ago, this New York City taxi driver received a call from a producer offering him a one-night opportunity to write for a popular television program. Today, that taxi driver hosts the highest-rated weekend comedy, FOX News Saturday Night, wrote a bestselling book, and hosts a hugely suc...
'Sock' It To Me: Sole Search For Success With Bombas Co-Founder Dave Heath
Hired! - March 16, 2024 17:00 - 39 minutesAfter hearing that socks were the number one requested clothing item in homeless shelters, Dave Heath knew he wanted to fill this gap. Co-Founder of the comfort-focused sock and apparel brand Bombas joins Liz to explain how he managed to turn a simple act of kindness into a successful business th...
An ETTL Encore...w/ YouTube Star Logan Paul
Hired! - March 09, 2024 18:00 - 38 minutesOn an encore episode, Liz revisits a conversation with YouTube star Logan Paul. Logan shares how he rose to fame on YouTube and other social media platforms, making mistakes and managing his money Follow Liz on Twitter: @LizClaman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Slam Dunk! NBA Champ Kendrick Perkins’ Triumph Over Childhood Poverty & Tragedy
Hired! - March 02, 2024 18:00 - 44 minutesHow does a (not-so) little boy from Beaumont, TX get drafted to the NBA and then become an ESPN sports analyst? Former Boston Celtics' Center Kendrick Perkins joins Liz to tell the tale of how he pushed through the grief of his childhood to excel in his basketball career and now launch a new ...
Carrot Top Unpeeled: The Redheaded Triumph Of Comic Scott Thompson
Hired! - February 24, 2024 18:00 - 37 minutesScott “Carrot Top” Thompson is red hot! The iconic Las Vegas comedian joins Liz to reveal the origin story of his stage name and how unexpected encounters led him to a lifetime career in comedy. Carrot Top also shares how discovering his trademark early in his career and embracing his unique styl...
Reggae Royalty: Bob Marley Biopic Co-Star Aston Barrett Jr. On Echoing His Father's Bass Notes
Hired! - February 17, 2024 18:00 - 41 minutesThe brand-new biopic Bob Marley: One Love tells the tale of how Jamaican singer-songwriter Bob Marley overcomes adversity to become the most famous reggae musician in the world. On his journey to international success, Bob wasn’t alone, his bandleader and bassist, Aston 'Family Man' Barrett was a...
Pawnography: How "Pawn Stars!" Rick Harrison Haggled His Way To Multi-Millionaire Status
Hired! - February 10, 2024 18:00 - 23 minutesLive from Las Vegas, Liz and The Claman Countdown team visit the Gold & Silver Pawn Shop while in town for the Consumer Electronic Show. Owner of the notorious shop as seen on "Pawn Stars!" and pawn star himself Rick Harrison tells the tale of a high school dropout who became a multi-millionaire...
Ali's Legacy Unveiled: The Champ's Daughter, Laila Ali in Life's Ring
Hired! - February 03, 2024 18:00 - 38 minutesWould you put on a pair of gloves in exchange for money and fame? One catch: they're boxing gloves. Liz's guest today pursued an incredibly successful boxing career despite the danger of injury... and the disapproval of her father, Muhammad Ali. Retired Professional Boxer Laila Ali competed fro...
OJ Simpson Attorney Robert Shapiro Lays Out His Climb To The Criminal Law Mountaintop
Hired! - January 27, 2024 18:00 - 48 minutesWhat do actors like Robert Downey Jr. and Eva Longoria have in common with sports legends like Lamar Odom and OJ Simpson? They all turned to one man when they needed a lawyer. Internationally renowned Attorney Robert Shapiro joins Liz to share his incredible life journey of grit, surprises,...
From Mom's Attic To "Mean Girls" Music Studio: Ben Hyman's Amazing Journey
Hired! - January 20, 2024 18:00 - 28 minutesHow did a New Jersey guitar teacher without a college degree or formal music training become the co-owner of the recording studio used to record all the songs for the new "Mean Girls" film? Ben Hyman of Ben Hyman Music and DAXXIT Recording Studio joins Liz to share his incredible story of persev...
An ETTL Encore: How Immigrant Sabrina Kay Struck Gold
Hired! - January 09, 2024 18:00 - 36 minutesWe're revisiting one of our favorite episodes from 2023! Liz revisits her conversation with Entrepreneur, Philanthropist, and Investor, Sabrina Kay to discuss how she started a business teaching revolutionary computer software to fashion designers in an abandoned Los Angeles garage. Follow Liz C...
'Knot' Your Average Kid: Philly Pretzel Factory Founder Dan DiZio's Success Story
Hired! - January 02, 2024 18:00 - 40 minutesWhat drives people to start their dream business? For today's guest, it was sheer will, sweat equity, and sleeping on flour sacks on the floor. Founder of Philly Pretzel Factory Dan DiZio joins Liz to share how he tossed his career as a stockbroker and decided to be his own boss by making the bes...
Jerry McGuire 2.0: NY Giants Quarterback Tommy DeVito's Agent
Hired! - December 25, 2023 14:00 - 26 minutesTommy "Cutlets" DeVito might be the starting quarterback of the New York Giants, but the man behind him is truly the Italian Stallion running the show. DeVito's Agent Sean Stellato describes how he learned the art of the deal in one of the hardest businesses in the world. He later comments on th...
Victory Dance: 'Dancing with the Stars' Pro Cheryl Burke On Tangoing Through Life's Trauma
Hired! - December 19, 2023 18:00 - 30 minutesFormer "Dancing With The Stars" Professional Dancer Cheryl Burke is a study in resilience. Cheryl joins Liz to reveal how she was able to tango and samba her way into the hearts of millions of viewers for over two decades, all while dancing with a broken heart...and a broken spirit. Follow Liz ...
From Broken To Boston Strong: Marathon Bomb Survivor Marc Fucarile's Unbreakable Spirit
Hired! - December 12, 2023 18:00 - 42 minutesThe Boston Marathon bombing was a domestic terrorist attack that took place during the annual Boston Marathon on April 15, 2013, killing three and injuring hundreds. How does someone recover physically and emotionally from trauma like that? Motivational Speaker, Life Coach, and Boston Marathon B...
The Fizz Maker: How Poppi Founder Allison Ellsworth Went From Food Stamps To #1 Soda On Amazon
Hired! - December 05, 2023 18:00 - 28 minutesAllison Ellsworth constantly suffered from bloating, gut discomfort, and cramping. After multiple trips to the doctor and countless medications failed, Allison decided to create a solution for her pain and began crafting her own healing elixir right in her kitchen. Now, Allison is the Founder & C...
From Bikinis To Boardrooms: Kathy Ireland's Model-To-Mogul Metamorphosis
Hired! - November 28, 2023 18:00 - 37 minutesKathy Ireland’s a double threat! The Supermodel and businesswoman joins Liz to detail how she went from gracing the cover of "Sports Illustrated" to "Forbes," and the immense success of her furniture and home goods empire. Follow on Twitter: @LizClaman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega...
The Style Maestro: Gap And J.Crew King Mickey Drexler’s Blueprint For Retail Brilliance
Hired! - November 21, 2023 18:00 - 44 minutesWhat do the GAP, Anne Taylor, Old Navy, and J.Crew have in common? Well, aside from having a wide selection of stylish clothing, they were all run by the same guy, Millard "Mickey" S. Drexler. In the 1980s when it appeared as though Anne Taylor would have to close its doors, Mickey was named ...
Courage Under Fire: FOX News’ Benjamin Hall's Near-Death Comeback
Hired! - November 14, 2023 18:00 - 28 minutesJournalists and their crews put their lives at risk every day to share stories from war zones to crises right here at home, with the goal of educating viewers on what is truly happening. No one understands that risk quite like New York Times best-selling author, FOX News’ Benjamin Hall. On Mar...
The Real Rudy Reuttiger: How He Conquered His Impossible Notre Dame Football Dream
Hired! - November 07, 2023 18:00 - 34 minutesAgainst all odds, Rudy Ruettiger changed the game at Notre Dame. The 1993 film Rudy is a true story of a small-town kid from Illinois who harbored dreams of playing football at the University of Notre Dame despite significant obstacles such as his height, cognitive skills, and economic status. ...
Fall From Grace, Rise Back Up To Fame: Craig Carton On Prison & Second Chances
Hired! - October 31, 2023 17:00 - 46 minutesIf you are graced with a second chance, you'd better take it and run! Craig Carton was a sports radio superstar. His show, Boomer and Carton, co-hosted with former NFL Quarterback Boomer Esiason on WFAN became the most listened to show in the station’s history. However, this dynamic duo’s belo...
Crayons To Curtain Calls: How Jordan E. Cooper Climbed From School Plays To Broadway
Hired! - October 24, 2023 17:00 - 33 minutesOn Everyone Talks To Liz, we believe that if you can dream it, you can do it. Jordan Cooper was unable to afford a ticket to a Broadway show growing up, let alone star in one. While studying theater in New York City, he completed his play "Ain't No Mo," and even wrote a role for himself in the ...