Liz revisits her conversation with notorious attorney, Ira Lee "Ike" Sorkin, who shares the story of how he ended up representing "The Monster of Wall Street," Bernard "Bernie" Madoff. In 2009, Bernie pleaded guilty to perpetrating the largest investor fraud ever committed by a single person, and Ike shares why he chose to work with him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The latest U.S. deadline to ban the Chinese-owned social media platform TikTok is quickly approaching. The ban will take place on September 17th, 2025. Previously, President Trump has extended the deadline three times. Now, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has confirmed TikTok will go dark on that date for more than 170 million Americans and 7.5 million U.S. Businesses unless China agrees to divest the app to American ownership. Earlier this week, the Chairman of O'Leary Ventures and the star o...
It is summer, and it's hot, so it's time to cool down. Liz takes a look back at her conversation with Neil Hershman, the CEO of the yogurt brand 16 Handles, about his widely popular frozen dessert company. He describes his career journey, which didn't begin in the yogurt business; it started as a student studying to become an astrophysicist. Later, Neil shares the most popular flavor at 16 Handles, which might surprise you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Corn syrup is out; cane sugar is in! Coca-Cola announced in a press release on Tuesday that it will release a new line of its trademark Cola products, sweetened with U.S. cane sugar instead of corn syrup, as a potentially healthier option. In an exclusive interview on The Claman Countdown, Chairman and CEO of Coca-Cola, James Quincey , shares the creative process behind the company's new project and their excitement for the brand's fans to taste it. He describes that they're in the final stage o...
When Founder & CEO of Ithaca Hummus Chris Kirby quit his job to start his own business, he didn’t have a particular product in mind – just a desire to stand out in the competitive restaurant industry. But after enrolling in the Cornell School of Hotel Administration, it didn’t take Chris long to find a gap in the market – hummus. What started as a homegrown, backyard business quickly grew into the most successful hummus business in Ithaca, New York. Chris joins Liz to tell the story of how h...
Americans have faced a frustrating reality: processed “junk” food is often far cheaper than fresh fruits and vegetables. For many families, especially those on a tight budget, shopping for organic or non-GMO options just isn’t feasible. But what if there was a way to access healthy, affordable groceries online — without breaking the bank? Enter Thrive Market. Thrive Market co-founder Nick Green shares how growing up with a health-conscious mother planted his passion for wellness and ultimately i...
Jordan Nathan was fresh out of college when he started leading the kitchen brand Vremi, successfully launching over 200 products. But everything changed one night, when testing one of the company's non-stick pans led him to suffer Teflon poisoning. From that point forward, Jordan began a deep dive into cookware materials, uncovering a dangerous truth that many Americans know but often ignore — poorly made non-stick pans can do major harm. His solution? Caraway: a non-toxic kitchenware brand buil...
History is packed with untold stories, and tragically, most remain that way. For quite some time, the life of Elizabeth Van Lew—a Southern belle turned revolutionary spymaster—was among them, until FOX Business correspondent Gerri Willis discovered her story while searching for something to inspire young women during the COVID lockdown. Today, Gerri reveals how, after five years of painstaking research, she uncovered a fascinating tale full of danger, political intrigue, and courage — one she is...
Before smartphones and computers, kids begged for cash to see a movie or buy some candy. In 2025, they’re asking for more Roblox credits.Roblox, a social gaming platform where users create and play games, has taken the world by storm. Today, co-founder and CEO David Baszucki joins Liz to share how it all started, how it went viral, and what’s next for one of the biggest names in gaming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
In the last couple of months, Starbucks has undergone some noticeable changes — from removing the extra charge for non-dairy options to removing 13 drinks from their menu. The reason? A new CEO is in town. Liz speaks with Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol live from the 'Starbucks Leadership Experience 2025' to discuss the thought process behind Starbucks' recent major adjustments, how they're trying to incorporate protein into their drinks, and why his ultimate goal is to re-establish community through...
It's something we all need, yet rarely get enough of. Sleep can make or break our day, impact our immune system, and affect our bodies and brains in a host of other ways. Yet, many of us are only getting 5 or 6 hours on a good day. Well, a movement is emerging among those who are tired of feeling tired, and a new product is revolutionizing the way it's done. Oura Ring CEO Tom Hale breaks down how the ring tracks your sleep in never-before-seen ways, examining how long it takes you to fall asleep...
If you can transform your passion into a lucrative business, what's stopping you? Certified public accountant and attorney Mark Kohler joins Liz to discuss why turning that side hustle idea that's been brewing in the back of your mind into a reality is always worth it, even if it feels incredibly daunting. Kohler walks through how to realistically start up a small business, what risks to consider, and how it can be a real financial game changer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastcho...
We all make excuses. Eventually we need to see them for what they truly are: delay tactics. On today's ETTL encore, CEO of Food52 Erika Ayers Badan shares how she shepherded the sale of Barstool Sports to Penn Entertainment for more than half $1 billion, made no excuses, and wrote her new book, Nobody Cares About Your Career: Why Failure Is Good, the Great Ones Play Hurt, and Other Hard Truths . She breaks down the importance of taking risks, owning up to your mistakes, and emphasizes the va...
Imagine driving over 1,000 miles each week for work, surviving on nothing but gas station snacks and fast food from whatever drive-thru happened to be nearby . For traveling salesman Luke Saunders , that was often his reality. But rather than accept it as his new normal, he saw an opportunity: What if healthy food could be just as quick, affordable, and accessible as grabbing a bag of M&Ms from a vending machine? After months of planning and plenty of trial and error, that idea became Farmer...
It's a universal experience: running late for work and getting dressed in a hurry only to realize the button-up you threw on is wrinkled beyond repair. When there isn't enough time to pull out the ironing board or the steamer, the solution is oftentimes just accepting defeat. However, the founders of Nori are changing that with their new, handheld steam iron — that requires no board, fits in a suitcase, and cuts ironing time in half. Liz sits down with Annabel Love and Courtney Toll to hear the ...
The global technology company IBM recently announced plans to invest $150 billion in the U.S. over the next five years -- with more than $30 billion being dedicated to the research and development of quantum computers and mainframe systems. To discuss the 'why' behind this major decision, IBM CEO Arvind Krishna joins Liz to explain why this investment was crucial to leverage "American ingenuity and innovation," how artificial intelligence factors into the decision, and the ways this investment c...
"If at first you don't succeed, try, try again" is far easier said than done, yet if anyone's story exemplifies why we shouldn't let failure stand in our way, it's Girls Who Code founder Reshma Saujani . From applying to Yale Law School three times before being accepted, to becoming the first Indian American woman to run for Congress, Reshma refused to let "no" stop her from succeeding. Saujani joins Liz to discuss how this tenacity ultimately led her to create the nonprofit Girls Who Code, whic...
Ahead of Logan Paul's WrestleMania 41 appearance, listen to his 2019 conversation with Liz on this special encore episode. Logan discusses his family, his social media stardom, the value of making mistakes, and how he acts responsibly with the money he's earned. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Brady Bunch was a sitcom beloved by millions—America enjoyed the hilarious and heartwarming stories of a blended family. Actor Barry Williams tells Liz about the moment he landed the role of Greg Brady, the eldest son. " Greg Brady" himself, Barry Williams joins Liz to talk about ‘growing up Brady’ and how he first persuaded his parents to let him pursue a career in acting. He shares his memories of bonding with the cast and how the show blossomed into a cultural touchstone. Learn more about...
After playing Tetris at a 1988 video game conference, video game designer Henk Rogers knew he’d encountered something special. The only problem? The game was designed and owned by a coder in the Soviet Union. So in 1989, Henk set off for Soviet Russia on an adventure game of his own to bring the beloved game to the masses. Founder of Blue Planet Software and The Tetris Company, Henk Rogers talks to Liz Claman about his dangerous journey he braved to bring Tetris to the rest of the world. Learn m...
With Mother’s Day approaching, folks are sure to be on the hunt for their flowers to gift, but tariffs may just impact which blooms end up in your bouquet. UrbanStems CEO Meenakshi Lala joins Liz Claman to scent the room with the sweet smell of tariff education so you can better understand how an international flower business works and how her company is wisely navigating the tariff landscape. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
In this special encore episode, we’re revisiting a listener favorite: Liz’s interview with Heather Dubrow, the dynamic actress and reality TV personality from The Real Housewives of Orange County. Back in December, Liz had the chance to sit down with Heather and learn about the woman behind the TV stardom. Heather Dubrow shares how she fought tooth-and-nail in her pursuit of a media career and later cultivated a thriving path in entrepreneurship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastch...
Super Micro Computers has become a go to supplier for the hyperscaling tech companies, who are all rushing to build the next generation of infrastructure: AI data centers. On this Claman Countdown Encore, we revisit Liz’s conversation with Super Micro Computer CEO and founder Charles Liang. Charles talks to Liz about how Super Micro’s past troubles are behind them and his confidence that the AI boom will only continue from here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoice...
Many Americans think that they have to spend a fortune to look fabulous, but one woman made it her mission to show that you can dress for success, for less. Caroline Baudino was a stay at home mom when she came to a revelation searching for clothes on Amazon, that there was a plethora of 'dupes' that were just as high quality as the expensive designer items. Social media influencer & founder of Being Caroline LLC, Caroline Baudino joins Everyone Talks To Liz Claman to share how she became a ...
Which came first, the friendship or the business idea? First meeting in a business class at Tulane University, Adam Millman and Danny Neeson became fast friends. With their passion for entrepreneurship, they saw an opportunity. In New Orleans--a city with endless bars--they couldn’t find a quality tequila brand that prioritized the values important to their generation. De Nada Tequila founders Adam Millman and Danny Neeson talk to Liz about how their college friendship blossomed into a professio...
Liz wants to know, how many of you have lost or dumped friends because you have differing political views? Differences of opinion won’t stop bipartisan besties, J udge Jeanine Pirro and Jessica Tarlov, from discussing issues facing Americans. The Five co-hosts dismantle any cynical hysteria regarding their relationship and share the biggest concerns Americans have today, which ultimately leads them to common ground, and how they have developed a strong friendship even outside the workplace. Lear...
Taking over Carlo’s Bakery at age 17, Buddy Valastro wondered how he could put his small family-owned bakery on the map, While working the wedding cake circuit with media savvy and gorgeous fondant, Buddy pitched a TV show that was snatched up by TLC. Enter: the global TV show sensation, “Cake Boss.” Buddy Valastro talks to Liz about the challenges of taking over his family bakery so young, how the Cake Boss was first shot down by the Food Network before becoming a hit show on TLC, and why fans ...
From leading his team to a college championship to earning a Super Bowl ring while playing for the 1993 Dallas Cowboys, Bernie Kosar has had a storied football career. But before that NFL championship win, Bernie says he’d lost his confidence after being fired by Brown coach Bill Belichick. Reaching the heights of professional sports required sacrifice—in his 50s, Bernie discovered his NFL head injuries led to his Parkinson’s diagnosis. But instead of giving in, Bernie decided to run one more pl...
The California wildfires have devastated much of Los Angeles County, with tens of thousands displaced with no idea when and how they will be able to rebuild. Upon seeing this, one celebrity couple decided that they could make a difference. Paris Hilton and her husband, Carter Reum, stepped in and began raising money for those impacted, including the countless displaced pets. Venture capitalist Carter Reum talks to Liz about how the wildfires affected his family, how his wife Paris took immediate...
Elisa Marshall and Benjamin Sormonte were young professionals when they met and fell in love in Montreal in the early 2010s, but both of them had dreams of something bigger. Elisa had a passion for baking, but was stuck working a 9-5. Benjamin was a corporate lawyer who wanted to branch out to something new. They combined their knowledge of business and their passion for baking to found Maman, a Parisian-style café that started with just one location. Now, they do nearly $50 million in sales a y...
