

Work with Erika Ayers Badan
Erika Ayers Badan
WORK Podcast offers real, and relatable insights into work, leadership, and culture from someone who’s been there and done that (mistakes included). Through interviews, commentary, and listener questions, Erika provides a funny, unfiltered and unapologetic look at how to be yourself and be successful. erikaayersbadan.substack.com
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Jul 13, 2021 • 37min
Sin Is A Great Strategy (feat. Haneen Davies & Melissa Greenberg of Houseplant)
On today's Token CEO, Erika talks with two executives at Houseplant, Seth Rogan & Evan Goldberg's cannabis company. Haneen and Melissa discuss why they don't want to be the biggest brand on the market, as well as how they plan to help the War on Drugs. Erika also breaks down why Barstool and other companies have limitations when working within sin industries.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. Get full access to WORK at erikaayersbadan.substack.com/subscribe

Jul 1, 2021 • 50min
Purgatory of the Mundane (feat. Lisa Bilyeu)
On today's Token CEO Erika kicks off the episode discussing this week's headlines. She then talks to Lisa Bilyeu, Co-Founder of Impact Theory and Quest Nutrition, who shares her story of transforming from housewife to an entrepreneur, as well as her techniques on breaking the mold others created for her. Erika wraps up with sharing tips on how to ask for a vacation at work. (00:01:11) - Erika's Trip to DC (00:05:23) - Headlines (00:17:13) - Lisa Bilyeu Interview (00:46:14) - How To Ask For A Raise At WorkYou 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. Get full access to WORK at erikaayersbadan.substack.com/subscribe

Jun 29, 2021 • 1h 14min
Have Your Cake And Eat It Too (feat. Will Compton and Paul Rabil)
On Today's episode of Token CEO, Erika talks with breakout podcaster and NFL player, Will Compton, as well as Paul Rabil, Co-Founder of the Premier Lacrosse League. Compton explains why he chose to start a podcast on top of his already full schedule, and Rabil explains what it takes to create a breakout sports league, as well as challenges he faces being both a player and executive in the league. (00:02:03) - Will Compton Interview (00:32:48) - Takeaways From Will Compton (00:35:32) - Paul Rabil Interview (00:55:37) - How To Break Through In Sports and EntertainmentYou 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. Get full access to WORK at erikaayersbadan.substack.com/subscribe

Jun 24, 2021 • 1h 7min
We're Perfectly Imperfect (feat. Jerrod Blandino, Barstool Pat and Kyle)
Today is the Pride episode of Token CEO. We talk with Barstool's own Pat and Kyle about being out at Barstool, what wearing a backwards hat means to them, and what tribes other Barstool employees would be a part of. Next, Erika is joined by Too Faced Cosmetics Founder & Chief Creative Officer, Jerrod Blandino, to talk about building a global brand and being authentic to yourself.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. Get full access to WORK at erikaayersbadan.substack.com/subscribe

Jun 22, 2021 • 50min
Out With The Old, In With The New (feat. Joanna Griffiths)
On today's Token CEO, Erika breaks down the Victoria's Secret rebrand along with what Spotify's latest move was. She's joined by Knix Founder and CEO, Joanna Griffiths, to talk about why she wanted to create an inclusive brand and not letting your gender impact your work.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. Get full access to WORK at erikaayersbadan.substack.com/subscribe

Jun 17, 2021 • 1h 7min
Where Do Girls Pee?
Today's episode is dedicated to Father's Day. We start the show with the dad of TikTok, Marc D'Amelio. Him & Erika talk about how to raise level headed daughters despite fame and keeping his family close. Next we've got 3 of Barstool's girl dads - Brandon Walker, Large, & Steven Cheah - on to talk all the joys of parenthood, including beating up teenage bullies at the school dance & figuring out how girls pee. Speaking of living with your parents, Glenny Balls stops by to give a quick lesson in adulting.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. Get full access to WORK at erikaayersbadan.substack.com/subscribe

Jun 15, 2021 • 1h 3min
Failing Your Way To Success (feat. Rebecca Minkoff)
We've got a loaded new episode of Token CEO today. Erika breaks down the biggest headlines from last week including the new Spotify X Call Her Daddy deal and what it means for Barstool. Plus, before closing out with an interview about failing your way to success with Rebecca Minkoff, Erika re-introduces voicemails back to the pod and answers some of the best listener submitted questions.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. Get full access to WORK at erikaayersbadan.substack.com/subscribe

Jun 10, 2021 • 39min
Just Do It Yourself (feat. The Wonton Don)
On today's Token CEO, Erika is joined by Barstool's 'foreign correspondent,' The Wonton Don. The two talk what he was doing before Barstool and how he got here, his time in China, why he became a fan of Barstool while abroad, and how the best things happen outside of your comfort zone.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. Get full access to WORK at erikaayersbadan.substack.com/subscribe

Jun 8, 2021 • 47min
The New Kids On The Block
On today's Token CEO, Erika is joined by Barstool's freshest faces - the summer interns of 2021. They talk why the viceroy program is the best way to find new talent, what direction they hope to take the brands they'll be working on, and how to find a drink in NYC on an intern's salary. They wrap up with a Q&A with Erika and she gives some advice on how to make the most out of your time as a Barstool intern.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. Get full access to WORK at erikaayersbadan.substack.com/subscribe

Jun 3, 2021 • 44min
Speak While You Can (feat. Bari Weiss)
For today’s episode, Erika is joined by former op-Ed editor for the New York Times, Bari Weiss. The two talk why she stepped away from her position with the Times and how her new work serves the “purple people” of the world. They cover the importance of using your voice, not caring about what other people think of you, and the future of journalism & media as a whole.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. Get full access to WORK at erikaayersbadan.substack.com/subscribe


