Work with Erika Ayers Badan

On 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. Francis and Erika discuss getting caught on a hot mic, the best talent at Barstool Sports, learning from your mistakes and much more. Stay tuned next Tuesday for Francis' questions for Erika. 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/tokenceoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On 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 enjoying your job. (00:03:00) Media Industry (00:21:14) Q&AYou 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.

On 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, Walmart, Ulta or online on Amazon and at lovewellness.com, 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/tokenceoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On 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 Bosworth, 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/tokenceoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On 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, wetsuits and swimwear, home furnishings, bedding products, and office accessories. Erika and Cynthia discuss being the underdog, faking it ‘til you make it, having a sense of humor, connecting business and creativity, why Cynthia is successful 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/tokenceoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On 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) Q&AYou 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.

On 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 ColeYou 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.

On 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 tuned on Thursday for our interview with Pinky Cole, enjoy! 00:00 - Intro 02:01 - Pete and Lisa 25:42 - Q&A (ft. Kayce)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.

On 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 occurred a few weeks ago. Enrique also tells us about his job and how his career has grown at Barstool over the 3 years he’s been here. Lastly we wrap up the episode with Q&A and Erika reflects on 2022 in preparation for the new year. Enjoy and happy holidays! (00:00:36) Omega Accounting Solutions CEO (00:24:52) Enrique (00:33:58) Q&A (00:43:47) End of Year ThoughtsYou 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.

On 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/tokenceoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.