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Welcome to Work Friends, a podcast for sharing upfront and unfiltered career stories—the good, the bad, and the unapologetically ambitious. Because what’s better than a bit of real talk among friends? Each episode, Sali Christeson, Founder and CEO of women’s workwear brand, Argent, hosts one of her Work Friends for a conversation about climbing the corporate ladder, building a brand from scratch, raising money, and finding success on their own terms. Meet industry-shifting women in media, entertainment, business, and more, as they share the ups and downs of their careers, without glossing over the difficult parts. This podcast is for everyone who takes their work (but not always themselves) seriously and believes in radical equality in, and out of, the workplace. Ambition suits you.
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- 5 days ago1h 3m
Suneera Madhani: “Entrepreneurship Is The Craziest Thing You Can Do”
Suneera Madhani is fully aware that being an entrepreneur is one of the wildest career choices one can make. And yet, this unicorn CEO is on a mission to help more women build their dream businesses. As the former co-founder of Stax, current founder of Worth AI, and founder of CEO School, Suneera has a lot to share about what it means to be an entrepreneur, to shift from a founder mindset to a CEO mindset, and to—more often than not—be the only woman in the room.0:00 - Introduction3:43 - Biggest "Oh No" Moment8:41 - Child of Immigrants14:33 - First in the Family to go to College17:25 - Quitting Her Job, Founding Stax20:45 - Take Risks in Your 20s22:45 - Stepping Into the CEO Role26:55 - Entrepreneurship is the Craziest You Can Do31:00 - Learning People Skills 35:16 - Mentorship and Advocacy 44:30 - Starting CEO School51:17 - Florida's First Female Fintech Unicorn53:47 - Leaving Stax & Launching Worth AI57:27 - Fundraising While Pregnant1:00:40 - Would You Rather?On Sali: Argent Double Breasted Crewneck Blazer and Pleated Tapered TrouserOn Suneera: Argent Bowery Vest and Pleated TrouserHosted by Sali Christeson @salichristesonProduced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbitEdited by Ryan Woldoff @c__bizTheme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyemaRecorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio
- 2 weeks ago1h 1m
Hannah Bronfman On The Truth About Investing in Women
Hannah Bronfman has worn many hats in her career: DJ, entrepreneur, VC, content creator. And today, she’s walking through them all…without glossing over the tough parts. After all, Hannah has built a community that comes to her for her openness to share—from wellness advice to deeply personal losses to business plans that inevitably turned soul-crushing. We spoke with her on the heels of her debut on Amazon’s "The CEO Club," and got the updates that you didn’t see on the show. 0:00 - Introduction2:10 - Biggest "Oh No" Moment6:05 - Growing up in New York City9:21 - Paris Hilton (in Paris)11:40 - Becoming a DJ15:45 - Burnout & Wellness Journey19:21 - Entrepreneurship & Failure26:40 - #HBFIT28:45 - Fertility, Vulnerability, & Community30:20 - Funding Female Founders39:28 - Conteur Capital 46:19 - “The CEO Club” & Fundraising Challenges49:00 - “The CEO of Hannah Bronfman"51:58 - What Happens Behind the Scenes56:28 - Advice for Entrepreneurs59:11 - Would You Rather?On Sali: Double-Breasted Blazer, Shortsleeve Scoop Neck, and Pleated TrouserOn Hannah: Maybelle Pocket Tee and Tailored Cargo PantHosted by Sali Christeson @salichristesonProduced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbitEdited by Ryan Woldoff @c__bizTheme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyemaRecorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio
- May 4, 202650 min
Jennifer Fisher on Why Failure is Essential to Success
Jennifer Fisher, the Founder and Chief Brand Officer of jewelry label Jennifer Fisher, and the NYTimes-anointed “queen of hoops,” sits down with Sali today. She’s sharing a glimpse at the 20+ year success story that started unintentionally—with a piece of personalized jewelry to celebrate the birth of her child. It's grown into a lifestyle brand with her personal story at the forefront. From designing to developing her own seasoning salts, to the release of her cookbook, Trust Your Gut, and a new wellness platform, Maedyn, Jennifer is a founder who truly breaks the mold.0:00 - Introduction2:15 - Biggest "Oh No" Moment5:04 - Growing up in California10:01 - Becoming a Stylist13:08 - The Age of AI14:50 - Health Challenges into Motherhood16:40 - Jennifer Fisher Jewelry19:50 - "Failure is what makes you successful."24:50 - Fashion Icons in Jennifer Fisher27:42 - "Queen of Hoops"30:19 - The Salts32:42 - High-Touch Founders35:20 - Building Community37:40 - Advice for Founders on Social Media42:16 - Trust Your Gut and Maedyn46:17 - What's Next?47:10 - Advice for Emerging Fashion Founders47:36 - Would You Rather?On Sali: Argent Chelsea Blazer, Fine Knit Sleeveless, and Pleated Tapered Trouser On Jennifer: Argent Sculpted Blazer and Tuxedo TrouserHosted by Sali Christeson @salichristesonProduced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbitEdited by Ryan Woldoff @c__bizTheme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyemaRecorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio
- Apr 20, 20261h 3m
Melissa Murray on Why We All Need a Refresher on The Constitution
Melissa Murray is an NYU Law professor, New York Times bestselling author, and cohost of @strictscrutinypodcast, where she breaks down the biggest legal battles and political messes in our country. She’s also the author of The U.S. Constitution: A Comprehensive and Annotated Guide for the Modern Reader, set to release on May 5.Today, she sits down with Sali to share how she established herself as a prominent voice in law, to remind us of the power of “we the people,” and to explain why she refuses to discuss the law from a place of neutrality. Listen or watch the full episode at the link in bio.0:00 - Introduction2:45 - Biggest "Oh No" Moment4:35 - Child of Jamaican Immigrants11:18 - “Maybe I could be a lawyer.”13:45 - Navigating Grief Before College 15:25 - A Full Scholarship to UVA 18:03 - Deferring Yale Law21:08 - Clerking for Justice Sonia Sotomayor23:45 - A Mentorship Misconception27:09 - Working in Education43:18- Being a Professor in 202639:30- Coaching Middle School Debate Club41:30 - "Strict Scrutiny" & Ditching Neutrality44:20 - Why Write a Book On The U.S. Constitution?53:55 - Dress Code for Lawyers58:51 - “You have to know what your season is.”1:00:49 - Would You Rather? Clarifications:At 47:35, the Constitution was ratified in state legislatures, not in Philadelphia.At 49:00, Dred Scott was decided in 1857 not 1858.On Sali: Argent Double-Breasted Crewneck Blazer and Single Pleat TrouserOn Melissa: Argent Double-Breasted Blazer and Wide Leg TrouserHosted by Sali Christeson @salichristesonProduced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbitEdited by Ryan Woldoff @c__bizTheme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyemaRecorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio
- Apr 6, 202648 min
Kerry Docherty on Reclaiming "Selfish"
Today, Sali sits down with Kerry Docherty. With a background in law and as a mindfulness coach, Kerry is a cofounder of Faherty Brand, where she works alongside her husband and her brother-in-law, pushing for progress in the fashion industry. Kerry is also the author of the upcoming memoir, Selfish, debuting April 21. In it, she shares an intimate look at her relationship to her career, her marriage, and herself—an account that’s honest, vulnerable, messy at times, and reclaims what it means to be called “selfish.”Selfish: Unlearning, Reclaiming, and Telling the Truth, by Kerry Docherty, releases April 21 and is available for preorder now!0:00 - Introduction3:35 - Biggest "Oh No" Moment4:50 - Growing Up in Buffalo, NY7:50 - Obsession with Morbidity to Becoming a Lawyer10:22 - Building a Mindfulness Practice13:30 - Leaving Law, Becoming a Mindfulness Coach14:26 - Being a Faherty Co-Founder16:09 - Psychic Advice21:06 - Working With a Spouse26:35 - Changing Fashion Through Faherty30:50 - Being selfish39:50 - Sugarcoated Founder Stories44:50 - Advice for Mindfulness at Work46:50 - Would You Rather?On Sali: Argent Copain Blazer and Pleated TrouserOn Kerry: Argent Single Button Blazer and Straight Leg TrouserHosted by Sali Christeson @salichristesonProduced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbitEdited by Ryan Woldoff @c__bizTheme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyemaRecorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio
- Mar 23, 202659 min
Chelsea Leyland on Why Doctors Should Prescribe Community
Starting in her late teens, Chelsea Leyland built a global DJ career, collaborating with some of the world's biggest fashion brands. However, it was her personal health struggles that led to her work now in advocacy and as the cofounder of Looni, a menstrual health and wellness company. Chelsea was diagnosed with epilepsy in childhood and, after suffering with painful periods for years, she was also diagnosed with endometriosis in her 20s. Today, she sits down with Sali to share her incredible journey, from searching for treatments and becoming a vocal advocate for plant-based medicine, to finding the right cofounder and understanding the essential role community plays in the healing journey.0:53 - Introduction 2:56 - Biggest "Oh No" Moment 3:58 - Growing Up In London vs. N.Y.C. 13:06 - Epilepsy Diagnosis16:02 - DJing Career 18:55 - Epilepsy Stigma21:30 - Endometriosis & Medical Cannabis24:40 - Women Left Behind in Medical Research30:25 - "Sisters Interrupted" Documentary 34:14 - Is Chelsea Still DJing? 34:48 - Founding Looni44:18 - Choosing a Cofounder52:40 - Prescribing Community55:48 - Advice for Advocacy 56:57 - Would You Rather?On Sali: Argent Belted Double Breasted Blazer and Prince TrouserOn Chelsea: Argent Lenox Blazer and Pleated Taper TrouserHosted by Sali Christeson @salichristesonProduced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbitEdited by Ryan Woldoff @c__bizTheme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyemaRecorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio
- Mar 9, 20261h 10m
Emily Tisch Sussman on Career Upends & Redefining Success
Emily Tisch Sussman, host of She Pivots and co-owner of Gotham FC and the New York Giants, doesn't just talk about making career changes—she’s lived it. BIG time. This week, she sits down with Sali to get candid about struggling to make a name for herself, placing her value in her work, and what happened when it all fell apart. Spoiler alert: Right around the time she became a mother.A lawyer by trade, Emily has previously worked as a lobbyist, strategist, and TV political commentator. After giving birth to her third child, however, she recognized the need for change. Today, we’ll talk about:navigating a career path when you’re not sure what you’re good at.what it means to step away from the roles you’ve committed your life to when they no longer fit.working on the Obama campaign and being a political commentator for Fox News,the honest experience of early parenthood and not feeling an instant connection to your children.launching the She Pivots podcast and why it’s drawing huge guests, including Vice President Kamala Harris, Vanessa Hudgens, and Bobbi Brown.Want to hear more from Emily? She Pivots Season 5 premieres March 25.0:40 Introduction 2:24 Biggest "Oh No" Moment 4:13 Growing Up In N.Y.C. 6:55 Struggling to Find A Career Path 15:46 Law School22:11 Working on the Obama Campaign 30:06 Appearing on Fox News 33:28 She Pivots 51:32 Co-Owner of Gotham FC 1:04:57 Career Changes: Plan or Leap?1:06:05 Would You Rather?On Sali: Argent Chelsea Blazer, Ribbed Collar Sweater, and Wide Leg TrouserOn Emily: Argent Double-Breasted Crewneck Blazer and Single Pleat TrouserHosted by Sali Christeson @salichristesonProduced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbitEdited by Ryan Woldoff @c__bizTheme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyemaRecorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio
- Feb 23, 20261h 4m
Reshma Saujani on the Tradwife v. Girlboss Debate, a Feature of American Motherhood
Trailblazer and self-professed rulebreaker Reshma Saujani joins us on Work Friends this week. Reshma is the founder and former CEO of Girls Who Code, a New York Times bestselling author, and the host of the podcast “My So-Called Midlife.” Today, she’s also the founder and CEO of Moms First, where she continues to be an awe-inspiring culture-shifter and staunch advocate for women—from girlhood to motherhood and beyond. Her latest venture at Moms First is Reshma’s debut documentary project this June, spotlighting the lies dividing American moms and chronicling a nationwide movement to bring them back together and win historic support.There’s so much amazing ground to cover in this discussion, as we walk through:Reshma’s background as a first-generation American who set her sights on law school.her decision to run for U.S. Congress—the first Indian American woman to do so—and how she dealt with feelings of failure after her loss.why she pivoted to launching a coding organization for young girls, eventually turning it into the largest pipeline for women and nonbinary individuals to careers in STEM.the historic struggle of mothers in America, and a real solution to the affordability issue (hint: it’s not eggs.)and, why Moms First debut documentary is lifting the voices of all mothers…and how you can get involved, too.For more information about Moms First: The History of American Motherhood, or to submit your own story to the film, become an associate producer, or sign up to host a screening in your hometown, check out momsfirst.us/doc.On Sali: Argent Double-Breasted Crewneck Blazer and Tailored Cargo PantOn Reshma: Argent Colorblocked Sculpted BlazerHosted by Sali Christeson @salichristesonProduced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbitEdited by Ryan Woldoff @c__bizTheme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyemaRecorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudioWork Friends is produced by ARGENT (www.argentwork.com), a women’s clothing label on a mission to redefine workwear and drive forward women’s progress. For more, follow ARGENT on Instagram, @ARGENT, and subscribe to the ARGENT YouTube channel, @ARGENTWork, for clips and bonus content. To be featured on a future episode, email your work questions and dilemmas to WorkFriends@ARGENTWork.com for a chance to have one of our amazing guests weigh in with advice.
About Work Friends
Welcome to Work Friends, a podcast for sharing upfront and unfiltered career stories—the good, the bad, and the unapologetically ambitious. Because what’s better than a bit of real talk among friends? Each episode, Sali Christeson, Founder and CEO of women’s workwear brand, Argent, hosts one of her Work Friends for a conversation about climbing the corporate ladder, building a brand from scratch, raising money, and finding success on their own terms. Meet industry-shifting women in media, entertainment, business, and more, as they share the ups and downs of their careers, without glossing over the difficult parts. This podcast is for everyone who takes their work (but not always themselves) seriously and believes in radical equality in, and out of, the workplace. Ambition suits you.
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