WorkParty
Meet your new Work Wives. WorkParty, the beloved business podcast with over 3 million downloads to date and guests like Sara Blakely, Tyra Banks, Jen Atkin and more is back and brand new. Jaclyn Johnson joined by CEO of Create & Cultivate, Marina Middleton are letting you listen in as they navigate the world of entrepreneurship, motherhood, divorce, female friendships and how they make it all work – mostly. A little work, a little party, pour yourself a glass of champagne and pull up, cause we are about to get down to business.
Episodes
312 episodes
Turning Your Love of Travel Into a Legit Business with Fora’s CEO Henley Vazquez
In this episode of WorkParty, Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton chat with Henley Vazquez, the co-founder and CEO of Fora, a modern travel platform reinventing the role of the travel advisor. With a background in luxury travel and a mission to...
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23:41
Jeni Britton’s Take On How to Build a Sticky Brand with Staying Power
This week on WorkParty, recorded live from Austin at this year’s SXSW, Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton sit down with a true game-changer in the world of food, Jeni Britton. Not only is she the founder of Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams (aka, you...
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From Solopreneur to VC Backed CEO: Marina Middleton
Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton are back with a brand new episode of WorkParty, this time reflecting on Marina’s first year as CEO of Create & Cultivate and what it really takes to lead at the next level. They get honest about the hilar...
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How Aleen Dreksler Built a Culture-Defining Media Empire with Betches
This week on WorkParty, Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton sit down with Aleen Dreksler, co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Betches Media, the defining voice in culture for women and the go-to destination for hilarious, smart, and unfil...
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Inside the Non-Alc Movement: Your Authentic Self, Real Connections (and Really Good Wine)
In this episode of WorkParty, Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton sit down with Ashley Jappe, Head of Marketing for FRE Non-Alcoholic Wines, to explore how intentional choices are transforming the way we socialize, celebrate, and connect. As a ...
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Why Figuring It Out As You Go As a New Founder Isn’t a Bad Thing
Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton are back with another live episode of WorkParty, straight from Austin during South by Southwest (SXSW) and in celebration of the upcoming Future Summit. With over 6,000 RSVPs and an electric lineup of powerho...
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The Best-Kept Secret in Influencer Marketing with Founder Olivia Ormos
In this episode of WorkParty, Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton chat with Olivia Ormos, founder of Mavn, the game-changing platform that’s transforming how brands and influencers collaborate. From launching her agency OO & CO in 2010, to ...
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Older Hotter Wiser: How Serena Kerrigan Built Her Next Big Thing
In this episode of WorkParty, Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton are catching up with Serena Kerrigan, the unapologetic queen of confidence, content creator and founder of SFK, a brand dedicated to empowering women through radical authenticity...
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The Business of Confidence: Elevating the Spray Tanning Standard with GoGLOW’s Melanie Richards
In this episode of WorkParty, Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton sit down with Melanie Richards, the visionary founder of goGLOW. A former probation officer turned beauty executive, Melanie transformed her side hustle into a nationwide franchi...
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The Power of Staying Small: KK Hart’s Secrets to Scaling with Heart, Intention & Value
In this episode of WorkParty, Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton sit down with KK Hart, CEO and Chief EmPOWERment Officer of Ghost Democracy. KK Hart is a dynamic leader passionate about empowering others to achieve their fullest potential. Wi...
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NYC Updates, Tariffs, How to Negotiate Like a Pro & When To Walk Away
Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton are back for a fresh new season of WorkParty! They kick off this episode with updates of where they’ve been taking WorkParty on the road thus far, and dive into an informative conversation on all things negot...
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Worst. Boss. Ever.: Your Workplace Horror Stories
In this episode of WorkParty, Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton are diving into the wild world of workplace horror stories, and these are next level! They asked listeners on socials to share their most chaotic, cringe-worthy, and downright un...
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LA Wildfires Resources & Small Business Give Back Program
In this episode of WorkParty, Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton wanted to take this time to not only acknowledge the tragedy of the current LA wildfires, but to touch on ways you can help, support and make a difference in the lives of those w...
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FIX MicroWand Launch & 20th Milestone: Get Snatched in 3 Minutes with NuFACE
In this episode of WorkParty, Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton welcome guest Tera Peterson, CEO and Co-Founder of NuFACE, a trailblazer in at-home skincare technology. Inspired by her mother’s work as an aesthetician, Tera co-founded NuFACE ...
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Love It or Leave It: 2024 & 2025 Ins and Outs
In this episode of WorkParty, Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton are talking all about the ins and outs of 2025- what they are leaving in 2024, what they are keeping and bringing with them into the New Year! Marina shares some of the amazing a...
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Main Character Energy: New Year No Goals
Happy New Year! On this first WorkParty episode of 2025, Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton are sharing all things goals, intentions and what they will be focusing on for the upcoming year! They’ll not only share their strategies and thoughts ...
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28:40
Deck the Deals: Amazon’s Holiday Trends & Shopping Guide
Just in time for those final days of the holidays, in this episode of WorkParty, Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton chat with Jenny Freshwater from Amazon! Jenny Freshwater is Vice President, US Fashion, Fitness & Creators at Amazon and wi...
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25:28
Predicted Trends for 2025 - Business & Personal
In this episode of WorkParty, once again live from the Edition Hotel in Singapore, Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton are making their 2025 predictions when it comes to trends, as well as noting some major surprises they didn’t expect from 202...
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Crafting Success: Jamie Koh on Building Singapore’s First Gin Distillery
We’re excited to bring you another episode live from Singapore at the Edition Hotel, but this time Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton are interviewing an amazing entrepreneur, Jamie Koh, the founder of Brass Lion Distillery and its flagship sp...
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22:45
GIRLS TRIP: LIVE from Singapore
In this episode of WorkParty, join Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton live from the heart of Singapore at the Edition Hotel, as they unpack all the noteworthy and must-try details of their ultimate girls trip experience in partnership with Sin...
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Audience Questions LIVE Q&A from NYC Offsite
In this special episode of WorkParty LIVE, Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton answer questions live from NYC Offsite, where they hosted an amazing group of entrepreneurial women and alongside some powerhouse guests, offering all sorts of insig...
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25:30
Breaking Boundaries with The Legal Powerhouse Behind Celebrity Brands: Brenda Schamy
Get ready for an episode that flips the script on what it means to be a visionary in today’s world. This week on WorkParty, we’re joined by Brenda Schamy—an unconventional lawyer, entrepreneur, and game changer. As founding partner at DiSchino ...
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26:59
Overcoming Loneliness and Growing Your Empire with Sadie Lincoln
Ready to get real with Sadie Lincoln, the powerhouse behind barre3? 🎉 Join us as we chat about tackling loneliness, balancing health with career success, and taking daring leaps in business. From scaling your company to franchising tips & t...
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21:37
Securing the Bag: Essential Steps to Prepare Your Business for Funding with Latrice Smith
Ready to secure the funding you need to take your business to the next level? In this episode of WorkParty, we sit down with Latrice Smith, Esquire, MPH, founder of Thomas Law & Consulting. Latrice is not only a lawyer and public health exp...
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22:10
The Ultimate Guide to Brand Innovation with Amy Sveda
Tune in as we chat with Amy, President of Luxy Hair, about how she keeps innovation at the forefront while meeting customer needs. 🌟 Amy opens up about breaking down stigmas in the beauty industry, tackling misconceptions, and building a brand ...
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