Erika Ayers Badan on Redefining Success and Embracing Change
Jul 03, 2025•31 min•Ep. 4
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Episode description
This week on Changing the Game, Jordan Duren sits down with Erika Ayers Badan, former CEO of Barstool Sports, current CEO of Food52, and author of Nobody Cares About Your Career.
Erika opens up about her non-linear path from receptionist to CEO, how she’s embraced failure as fuel, and why tuning out the noise and trusting your gut matters more than any resume or job title.
She also shares candid advice on showing up authentically, hiring in today’s world, and finding growth in discomfort.
Whether you’re starting out, starting over, or simply ready for something different, Erika’s story is a masterclass in bold moves, real leadership, and redefining success on your own terms.
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