
Work with Erika Ayers Badan
Most everybody has to work. Most everything has changed about work. Join Erika Badan -- CEO of Food52, former CEO of Barstool Sports and author of Nobody Cares About Your Career -- as she candidly navigates what’s great about work, what’s terrible at work, and what you need to know to make work, work for you.
Latest episodes

Apr 8, 2021 • 57min
It's Performance Art (Feat. Sasha Banks & Triple H)
On Today’s Token CEO, Erika talks with two WWE superstars and legends, Triple H and Sasha Banks. Triple H talks the details and behind the scenes action of putting on an electric WrestleMania and Sasha explains the significance of her place in the WWE and not letting anything or anyone get in the way of her dreams! Episode Breakdown: Sasha Banks: (03:22) Tripel H: (29:54) One Good Thing: (56:27)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/tokenceoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 6, 2021 • 39min
Comfortable With No Control (Feat. Kirk Minihane)
Today’s episode dives into the fascination of true crime featuring Barstool’s own and host of our new true crime podcast, The Case, Kirk Minihane. Kirk and Erika catch up and talk all the details that go into researching a true crime story, what’s next for Kirk, and some behind the scenes Barstool talk...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/tokenceoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 1, 2021 • 34min
Shaking Hands And Kissing Babies (Feat. Riggs and Live Event Lisa)
On today's episode of Token CEO, Erika is joined by Riggs and Live Event Lisa to talk about creating the Barstool Classic and what it takes to put on not only one live event but a sold out tour....in the midst of a pandemic! Episode Breakdown: Riggs & Lisa: (08:31) One Good Thing (31:42)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/tokenceoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 30, 2021 • 56min
Take It To The Bank (Feat. Kim Mulkey, Brenda Frese, and Sedona Prince)
On today’s Token CEO, Erika had the chance to talk with some of the biggest names in the game, including Kim Mulkey, the legendary head coach of the Baylor Bears and only person (man or woman) to win a title as a player, assistant coach AND head coach! Brenda Frese, long-time favorite and head coach of the dominant Maryland Terrapins, and last but not least, everyone’s favorite TikToker and face of the sport, Sedona Prince of the Oregon Ducks to talk WTF it’s been like in this bubble... Episode Breakdown: Coach Kim Mulkey: (03:54) Coach Brenda Frese (30:35) Sedona Prince: (44:52)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/tokenceoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 25, 2021 • 1h 21min
You Can’t Prescribe Passion (Feat. Norma Kamali)
On today’s Token CEO, Erika is joined by fashion icon and generational designer, Norma Kamali. The two talk making the most of every chapter of your life, taking chances, and not letting your age define you. On the same note, we bring on Barstool personality, Kayce Smith, Twisted History’s Anne McCarthy, and the girls of the Token Team, Jourdyn, Frankie, and Rachel to talk about different stages of life and career and the most important things they’ve learned along the way! Episode Breakdown: Erika on the Teen Vogue controversy: (03:40) Erika and the ladies of Barstool: (12:30) Erika and Norma Kamali: (53:30) One Good Thing: (01:21:11)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/tokenceoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 23, 2021 • 48min
The Era We're Living In
Erika flies solo on today's episode and dives into a variety of topics. She kicks things off with her opinion on the NCAA drama last week followed by a breakdown of what Google is actually doing by parting ways with third party cookies. Lastly, she gives an inside look on what goes down in the boardroom, from being a board member with the WWE, to presenting a deck for the Barstool board meeting. Breakdown: NCAA Drama: (03:00) Google & Cookies: (16:04) Inside The Boardroom: (24:07)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/tokenceoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 18, 2021 • 37min
No Bullsh*t (Feat. Sarah Thomas)
Today Erika touches on the new NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) Bill for NCAA athletes and how student-athletes are a huge future for influencer marketing. Then we’re joined by the first female to be hired as a full-time NFL official, Sarah Thomas. Erika and Sarah talk becoming an NFL ref, how she stays at the top of her game regardless of gender, pre-game routines, and more! Episode Breakdown: NIL Bill: (0:05:35) Sarah Thomas Interview: (0:16:49) One Fucking Good Thing: (0:34:34)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/tokenceoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 16, 2021 • 45min
A Lesson on TV Rights (Feat. Alan Gold)
Class is in session on today's episode of Token CEO. Erika gives an in-depth look at TV rights, the future of cable, and sports media. She's then joined by Alan Gold, partner at Evolution Media, who has negotiated over $70 billion dollars worth of deals in the industry! Breakdown: Erika on TV Rights: (01:57:01) Alan Gold: (16:04:00)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/tokenceoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 11, 2021 • 51min
Unf*ck Your Brain (Feat. Kara Loewentheil)
On today's episode, Erika tackles a variety of topics including Burger King, HuffPost, and content distribution in its relation to Barstool. She is then joined by Kara Loewentheil, life coach and host of the Unfuck Your Brain podcast. Kara shares her advice on how to silence the little voice in your head and become your best advocate instead of your worst critic! To learn more about Kara's work, check her out below. https://bit.ly/3bBhnn2 Breakdown: HuffPost: 3:04 Burger King: 4:54 Distribution: 12:22 Kara Loewentheil: 21:38You 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/tokenceoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 9, 2021 • 46min
Make Yourself Irreplaceable (Feat. Katie Sowers)
On today's episode of Token CEO, Erika tackles the concept of attrition and how to handle it on both a management and employee level. Later on she's joined by football coach Katie Sowers to talk about her time with the 49ers, building a flag football program, and the lessons she's learned while teaching others! Breakdown: Workplace Attrition: 2:00 Katie Sowers: 18:30 #BetOnGirls: 46:30You 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/tokenceoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.