Behind Her Empire

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Behind Her Empire is focused on highlighting self-made women leaders & entrepreneurs and how they tackle their career, money, family and life.


Each episode covers their unique journey and what it really takes to build an empire with key lessons learned along the way. The goal of the series is to empower you to see what’s possible & inspire you to create financial freedom in your own life.


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Recent Episodes
  • Blood Sugar 101, Why You’re Craving Sugar + Easy Hacks to Fix It With Food with Kelly LeVeque, CCN
    Apr 23, 2025 – 55:23
  • Leaving Corporate, Finding Herself: How This Founder Turned Burnout Into a Business & a Whole New Life - Justine Tiu, Co-Founder of The Woobles
    Apr 21, 2025 – 51:08
  • Stop Overthinking, Start Doing: How This Founder Left Her 9–5 & Launched a Viral Wellness Brand with Katie Wilson, co-founder of BelliWelli
    Apr 14, 2025 – 51:48
  • Longevity Hacks for Women: Sleep Better, Boost Energy, Calm Stress & Slow Aging | Kayla Barnes
    Apr 9, 2025 – 47:50
  • How This Founder Took a Juice Shop & Turned It Into a Wellness Empire Without a Business Plan - Amanda Chantal Bacon, Founder of Moon Juice
    Apr 7, 2025 – 49:50
  • Launch Now, Perfect Later: Embracing Imperfection & Starting Before You're Ready with Ty Hiss, Co-Founder of Fresh Sends 
    Mar 31, 2025 – 50:49
  • Master Your Brain: Neuroscientist Shares How to Boost Energy, Improve Focus & Calm Anxiety with Dr. Wendy Suzuki
    Mar 26, 2025 – 49:26
  • ​​Designing a Life & Business You Love Using the Power of Micro-Intentions & a Growth Mindset with Cassandra Thurswell, Founder of KITSCH
    Mar 24, 2025 – 1:19:26
  • How Losing Her Dream Career & Identity Helped This Founder Find Her True Purpose and Build a Skincare Empire - Allison McNamara, Founder of MARA
    Mar 17, 2025 – 55:56
  • Easy Low-Tox Swaps From Stanley Cups to Everyday Products with Toxicologist, Dr. Yvonne Burkart
    Mar 12, 2025 – 47:22
  • SmartSweets Founder: From Working at McDonald's to Dropping Out of College & Selling Her Company for $360M in 4 Years – Tara Bosch
    Mar 10, 2025 – 1:02:39
  • Break Free from Perfectionism, Anxiety & Burnout and Build a Life You Truly Love with Keren Eldad, Executive Coach & Author
    Mar 3, 2025 – 1:04:19
  • Histamines, Mystery Symptoms, Detox & Hormones: What Women Need to Know with Michelle Shapiro, RD
    Feb 26, 2025 – 57:02
  • From a Viral Google Doc to a Beauty Empire: How This Founder Quit Working for Others & Finally Launched Her Dream Business with Dianna Cohen, Founder of Crown Affair
    Feb 24, 2025 – 59:31
  • Ditching the Traditional Path: How This Founder Cold Emailed Her Way to Taylor Swift & Build a Cult Brand with Aliett Buttelman, Co-Founder of Fazit
    Feb 17, 2025 – 55:13
  • The Power of Movement: Unlocking Intuition, Releasing Emotions & Sparking Creativity with Taryn Toomey, Founder of The Class
    Feb 12, 2025 – 58:16
  • How This Founder Used Social Media to Turn a Failed Etsy Shop Into a Multi-Million Dollar Business with Keida Dervishi, Co-Founder of Soulmate Customs
    Feb 10, 2025 – 1:02:49
  • Doubling Down on Faith in the Most Uncertain Times & Pivoting Your Way to a 9 Figure Business with Jamie O’Banion, Founder of BeautyBio
    Feb 3, 2025 – 51:41
  • Your Periods Don’t Have to Suck: Life-Changing Hacks Every Woman NEEDS to Know with Kat Schneider, Yasmin Nouri & Alisa Vitti
    Jan 29, 2025 – 53:42
  • Zero Orders, Countless Rejections: How This Founder Went From Being Lost in Her Career to Closing a Deal on Shark Tank with Rosa Li, Founder of wildwonder
    Jan 27, 2025 – 56:29
  • This Founder Had an “Aha Moment,” Quit Her Dream Job & Disrupted a $70 Billion Industry with Laura Modi, Co-Founder of Bobbie
    Jan 20, 2025 – 57:38
  • Sober Curious? The Truth About Quitting Alcohol & How It Could Change Your Life with Jyoti Chand
    Jan 15, 2025 – 43:03
  • How We Used Social Media & Email Marketing to Supercharge the Growth of Our Self-Funded Business with Yasmin Nouri & Kaya Purohit, Co-Founders of beeya 
    Jan 13, 2025 – 59:21
  • Ditch the Doubt & Start Building Today: How This Founder Left Her Safe Career Behind to Turn Her Dream Business Into a Reality - Hilary Hoffman, Founder of SotoMethod
    Jan 6, 2025 – 56:02
  • Start Here If You’re Struggling with Hormones, Low Energy, PCOS, Hair Loss, Perimenopause & Beyond with Dr. Taz Bhatia
    Jan 1, 2025 – 51:20
  • Why Perfectionism is Holding You Back, How Corporate Experience Can Prepare You For Entrepreneurship & Breaking into Fashion with No Network with Lele Sadoughi, Founder of Lele Sadoughi
    Dec 30, 2024 – 42:49
  • Letting Go of the Life You Planned & Stepping Into the Life You Dreamed with Annie Lawless, Founder of Lawless
    Dec 23, 2024 – 1:03:24
  • Why Fasting is Different for Women and Men & How to Fast for Your Cycle with Dr. Mindy Pelz
    Dec 18, 2024 – 56:57
  • Poppi Founder: From Broke to Shark Tank & Building a Viral Brand From Her Kitchen
    Dec 16, 2024 – 56:07
  • ILIA Beauty Founder on Making Bold Moves, Listening to Your Intuition & Stepping Into Your Power - Sasha Plavsic
    Dec 9, 2024 – 1:04:29
  • Top Foods to Boost Energy, End Cravings, Reduce Inflammation, Support Hormone Balance & More with Dr. Casey Means
    Dec 4, 2024 – 1:00:13
  • Starting Small, Thinking Big: How This Founder Went From Aspiring Actress to Founding a Global Fashion Empire with Lucy Aylen, Founder of Never Fully Dressed
    Dec 2, 2024 – 56:02
  • How to Create an Abundance Mindset, Go from Idea to Launch, and Break Free from Perfectionism with Michelle Cordeiro Grant, Founder of Gorgie
    Nov 25, 2024 – 59:32
  • How to Support Your Hormones, Unlock Peak Creativity & Avoid Burnout with Alisa Vitti
    Nov 20, 2024 – 46:52
  • From Highschool Dropout to Beauty Legend, Doubling Down on a Growth Mindset, Overcoming Self-Sabotage & Taking the Road Less Traveled with Jeanine Lobell, Founder of Stila Cosmetics & Neen
    Nov 18, 2024 – 1:00:14
  • Tapping into Your Intuition to Scale Your Business with April Gargiulo, Founder of Vintner's Daughter
    Nov 11, 2024 – 39:58
  • Mind-Blowing Science on Why Women Need More Protein to Thrive with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon
    Nov 6, 2024 – 1:19:39
  • Saying Yes Before You’re Ready, Listening to Your Intuition & Not Letting Your Past Define You with Kat Cole, CEO of AG1 
    Nov 4, 2024 – 54:17
  • True Religion Co-Founder: From $250K in Debt to $800M Fashion Empire - Kym Gold
    Oct 28, 2024 – 53:17
  • The Impact of Diet on Hormones & How Seed Cycling Helps with Dr. Mindy Pelz, Yasmin Nouri & Kaya Purohit
    Oct 23, 2024 – 1:13:49
  • For 2 Years, She Balanced Corporate Life & a Side Hustle—Then She Went All In, and Everything Changed with Jennie Yoon, Founder of Kinn Studio 
    Oct 21, 2024 – 1:00:31
  • You Don’t Need to Know Everything: Tata Harper on Taking the Leap - Tata Harper Skincare
    Oct 14, 2024 – 1:04:42
  • Lose Weight & Fix Your Hormones the Healthy Way - Dr. Anjali Dsouza
    Oct 9, 2024 – 52:08
  • It’s Never Too Late to Reinvent Yourself and Step Into Your Own Power with Julie Chung, Co-Founder of T3
    Oct 7, 2024 – 1:02:20
  • How This Founder Defied All Odds & Turned $5K Into a $50M Brand in Just 1 Year – Ann McFerran, Founder of Glamnetic
    Sep 30, 2024 – 1:04:05
  • Beat Burnout: Proven Strategies to Reclaim Your Energy and Vitality - Dr. Amy Shah
    Sep 25, 2024 – 49:51
  • After Many Years in Corporate, She Finally Found the Courage to Quit & Start Her Dream Denim Brand - Grace Na, Founder of Pistola 
    Sep 23, 2024 – 1:02:13
  • "I Don't Play the Comparison Game... I Don't Get Distracted by That": Ripley Rader on the Top Lessons Learned from Her 10-Year Overnight Success Story
    Sep 16, 2024 – 1:00:17
  • How to Stop Cravings & Heal Your Relationship with Food - Dr. Tanda Cook and Dr. Katie Collier
    Sep 11, 2024 – 59:34
  • How This Founder Hit Rock Bottom, Turned Her Life Around & Launched a Best-Selling Wellness Brand with Mari Llewellyn, Founder of Bloom Nutrition
    Sep 9, 2024 – 53:22
Recent Reviews
  • betsyville
    Focus on guests please
    Love the guests and concept of the show but I can’t finish any episode because the host talks so much about herself and her business. I would love more of the airspace to be the guest, not the host responding with her own experiences
  • Golnaz Avjou
    A must listen for entrepreneurs and wellness lovers!!
    As an entrepreneur, I’ve found Yasmin’s podcast incredibly inspiring and insightful. She asks such thoughtful questions, making every episode engaging and valuable. Her sister-in-law and health series are particularly amazing providing so much practical advice and inspiration. This podcast is a must follow for anyone looking to grow personally and professionally. Thank you Yasmin for all the incredible work you do! So grateful!!!
  • island sunshine
    Inspiring and motivating
    I enjoy listening to the heartfelt conversations of founders, from their personal upbringings to what inspired their entrepreneurial journey, and how they gave navigated the pathway forward. These stories reveal dedication and have been guiding me. Thank you to the BHE team ✨✨🎉.
  • JS_WS
    Love this podcast!
    I love podcast because it highlights female entrepreneurs from all walks of life in their unique journeys in entrepreneurship and success. Success comes in so many forms and through many different paths, so listening to all these women and their myriad experiences is both reassuring and convicting because each one has paved their own road to success, which is also uniquely defined. Yet there are many common snippets of wisdom that can be gleaned from such successful women, and Yazmin does a great job with her insightful questions to bring out the best takeaways and lessons from each guest. Thanks for doing this podcast and keep up the great work!!
  • Royjanell
    Great way to learn about entrepreneurship!
    I love this podcast and learn so much from all the female founders about how they got started and grew. It’s very motivating and I also LOVE the Wednesday episodes about hormone health. Highly recommend this pod if you’re a woman who is thinking about starting a business or just curious about how others got started!
  • Ezzie Spencer
    Real, riveting conversations
    I love the in-depth conversations about what brings these incredible women to create their businesses. Yasmin is such an intelligent and insightful interviewer!
  • David The Majestic
    Great pod, great questions!
    I loved the episode with Cathryn! Great insights like running a business because you love it and for cash flow vs the allure of a big exit.
  • Westley Ingersoll
    Dr. Stacy Sims
    One of the best interviews with Dr. Stacy Sims I have heard! Vitally important information and practical tools to implement for every woman, starting now! Excellent.
  • liv nouri
    Review
    Amazing podcast and an even more amazing person!!!
  • Jabberwocky84
    Real Talk!
    It's incredibly empowering to see this podcast merge discussions on entrepreneurship with the insightful exploration of our hormonal health—truly inspiring!
  • Suzanne Sprouse
    The best
    I love hearing about these women's journeys. Thank you Yasmin for creating a platform for these amazing guests!
  • GraceCN19
    Thank you!
    So inspiring! I always look forward to listening.
  • Negpac
    Love these podcasts-Yasmine is a talented interviewer
    I love these podcasts! I am always so inspired by the women Yasmine engages with and the unfolding of their journey which reveal such strength, wisdom and courage. Yasmine you truly know how to ask the right questions; thank you for these empowering interviews!
  • Stryker1144
    “Those assigned gender at birth”
    Another “doctor” unwilling to actually be a medical specialist by using phrases as “assigned male at birth”. That’s called a man
  • Moneypenny1010
    Revealing, diverse and inspirational
    As an entrepreneur trying to balance everything and dealing with self-doubt, I highly recommend Behind Her Empire, for revealing, diverse and inspirational chats with women entrepreneurs. Probing their journeys, successes, and struggles is incredibly uplifting and motivating. It reminds me that I'm not alone and that others have faced similar challenges and come out stronger on the other side. Keep them coming!
  • mawissaxo
    best podcast for women
    I’ve been listening for a few months now, going between new episodes & older ones. I love hearing about each women’s individual journey & their ultimate success. Yasmin has a great way with people & provides a platform for women to have transparent & vulnerable conversations, which I love. I know this podcast is changing women’s lives the way it has / is changing mine for the better.
  • Coffee and...
    Love some clarity!
    Have appreciated the information to balance my hormone's and improve my metabolism., as well as, help my daughter start puberty and understand her body better I agree with the thought that when you don’t see proof of weight loss you start thinking you have to work harder and I was just getting really depressed. thank you for the insight that I needed to make a more purposeful step forward. I have been sharing what I have learned with other women who need to know of it.
  • CooperSP23
    We need more women sharing these stories.
    Yasmin is among a handful of women who are truly sharing the stories of female founders. Thank you for elevating these voices so that one day when we search “entrepreneurship” on the podcast app, the results are filled with women’s voices.
  • Simi Sonecha
    My FAVORITE Podcast
    As an aspiring entrepreneur, the wisdom of these female powerhouses has been invaluable to me. I am always so amazed by not only what they have to teach, but by Yasmin’s insightful interviewing style and incredible preparedness to maximize each conversation. Grateful to her for bringing us all on this amazing learning journey - the knowledge and inspiration you gain from the episodes are unbelievable. Each episode contains at LEAST one or two aha moments for me. This is a MUST listen for hopeful entrepreneurs and really, professionals in any business setting.
  • Gabbydalpee
    Thank you
    Thanks to everyone for all the time you put into creating these episodes. I am so excited to listen to these!
  • lindsnags
    My Monday Must!
    I love this podcast! And I especially love that new eps are available to listen on Mondays, it sets the tone for an inspired week ahead! Yasmin has amazing guests and is a seamless, authentic and insightful interviewer. As a female entrepreneur, I love to learn from those who have gone before. Yasmin and her guests are all such sources of wisdom, thank you for sharing these conversations with us! 💜
  • saradoane
    only the best!
    thank you yasmin for all the entrepreneurial inspiration i need!
  • aavdvsosnwuzhskwlxibd dksoxjd
    Go-to Entrepreneur Podcast
    I have been searching everywhere for a podcast like this! I think it’s because the host is in the journey of entrepreneurship herself she knows the PERFECT questions to ask. It’s refreshing to hear her take on answers and I appreciate that she really dives deep with questions into their process and leads them to provide listeners with actionable steps to help us get to the next level!
  • jmcarson3_vin
    Will build you up!
    If you are an entrepreneur or are thinking about becoming one, this podcast will build you up! It is a powerful combination of practical and inspirational insights. Yasmin discusses warmly and openly with her guests the personal side of building lives we envision as entrepreneurs. So many of the guests’ stories, experiences, feelings, and passions resonate deeply with me and continue to convince me I’m not alone on my path to design my life in a way that brings positivity to the world. Yasmin clearly does her research and packs in meaningful discussions. I’m so grateful to have this impactful content to listen to!
  • Kashiibar
    Beyond inspiring
    I absolutely adore this podcast! I’ve listened to almost all of Yasmin’s interviews and I can honestly credit Yasmin (and her podcast) as one of the main business influences to have shaped some pivotal changes in my career! As a former rising tech leader myself I can do deeply relate to Yasmin’s story and the story of so many of the corporate boss babes who finally took the plunge to chase their dreams. I listened to this podcast religiously throughout COVID (it helped me see some hope for change!) and thanks to many of the uplifting stories I heard, finally made my own leap of faith…! Behind Her Empire is SO relatable and sooooo uplifting: just to hear from others’ mistakes, about their successes, and their journey! Keep it coming!!!
  • Rachel Kashef
    Weekly Inspiration for Women Entrepeneurs
    There is so much to take away from each episode as Yasmin asks just the right questions and leaves tons of time for listening allowing her guests to tell their stories with all of the details often missed by media. Hearing about the rocky starts, mishaps, learning curves and successes of these successful women will inspire you as an entrepreneur to keep the course. This is business coaching for the soul!
  • Soraya Keskey
    Passionate and Exciting!
    For every young entrepreneur interested in starting a new company, this is essential listening. Yasmin manages to make you feel like you are listening to a conversation between friends in each interview. I have known Yasmin for 14 years and when it comes to supporting women in business, she was as enthusiastic as a college student as she is now - it comes through in each episode. If you want to hear authentic conversations about business and following your passions, run, don’t walk.
  • AshleyMohala
    Love this podcast!
    Loved the interviews with Vicki Tsai and Ariel of Parachute! So inspiring!!!!!
  • Kirthi M
    Empowering
    Yasmin does an incredible job focusing on all aspects of her guests’ journeys to success. The way she asks questions about the hard times her guests have faced really make listening in an enriching experience. Truly the best podcast I’ve come across. Highly recommend to all women looking to advance in their lives and careers!
  • EricaBushwell
    Awesome podcast!
    Yasmin, host of the Behind Her Empire podcast, highlights all aspects of entrepreneurship, growth and more in this can’t miss podcast! The host and expert guests offer insightful advice and information that is helpful to anyone that listens!
  • ASobering
    Such a wealth of knowledge! 🧠
    This is one of the most insightful podcasts that I have ever come across! Yasmin does such a great job of sharing her wisdom and I love how she leads meaningful conversations with guests who bring so much experience to the table. Highly recommend checking this show out - you won’t be disappointed!
  • Cheese stein
    Uplifting
    There’s nothing more powerful than creating an emotional connection to a brand. So as I slather on my Super Goop, line my eyes with Thrive eyeliner, shimmy into my Paige jeans, and add the finishing touch of my Valencia Key earrings, I am fearless. How could anyone not be bonded to these brands after hearing the backstories? Amazing interviews
  • JoshRhodes8
    Great Content From an AMAZING HOST!
    So glad I stumbled across Behind Her Empire! After listening to just one episode a few weeks back, I was hooked. I can tell a lot of thought and research is put into every episode, and I find myself looking forward to each episode drop. Keep the solid content coming - I am a HUGE fan!!
  • Slimshaadi
    Inspiring and Empowering
    Yasmin is a natural interviewer. She does an excellent job of making you feel like you’ve known her your whole life. Her interviews flow seamlessly and her guests are top notch. I don’t subscribe to many podcasts but this one is a gem filled with rich conversation and insights.
  • Cote Creative
    Inspiring and motivating
    This podcast is so motivating for anyone wanting to start, or who has started a business. It feels like I’m part of the conversation in each episode. I love the transparency and authenticity it offers. It keeps me motivated to keep going no matter what. It boosts my confidence to hear from the amazing women featured in each episode. Definitely a must-listen!
  • j.lineback
    Thoughtful and inspiring, a must for female entrepreneurs
    This podcast is a must for aspiring female entrepreneurs. Yasmin does an amazing job of constructing the interviews to be informative and relatable. She dives deeply into the experiences and learnings that you normally don’t get to hear from successful people. There are several helpful takeaways from her interviews that I think about on a regular basis. One of my go-to shows!
  • Ariella Coleman
    Phenomenally powerful podcast!
    This is a must-listen for anyone who wants to be inspired by and learn from powerhouse women entrepreneurs who openly share their mistakes, successes, and lessons learned. To top it off, Yasmin is a top-notch interviewer who leads with curiosity and compassion.
  • hart2kids3dogs
    Yasmin is a genius
    This podcast is a must listen for any female entrepreneur who has something to offer to the world. Every guest brings so much perspective and you can tell how much research and care Yasmin puts into each episode. If you have ever suffered from imposter syndrome or don’t know how you will get to your goals, you need to just listen in. The answers are there and this show will teach you to trust. Great job!!
  • jbouchareb
    Refreshing
    Finally, a podcast that focuses on the perspectives of female entrepreneurs and women in business. The conversations are honest and insightful, and Yasmin brings authenticity to the discussion. Love!
  • nina daisy
    Insightful, Inspiring & Ingenious!
    Love this show so much! Every time I listen I am so inspired by the amazing women interviewed. Fabulous guests, kind and gentle interviewer. Perfect show for anyone woman who aspires to start her own business. Love it!
  • KatayounG
    Powerful Conversations
    Yasmin does a phenomenal job in unpacking the life stories of her guests with her warmth and curiosity. She has mindfully chosen women from all walks of life to show how anyone can become wildly successful, regardless of their circumstances. The inherent wisdom in these conversations has helped me break down limiting beliefs that I’ve carried my entire adult life. It’s become an exciting part of my week to tune in and feel empowered through the life experiences of these incredible women! 🙌🏼
  • christinam22
    Listen to Immediately. Refreshing and Inspiring.
    Behind Her Empire is authentic, inspiring and empowering. Completely relatable for anyone navigating life, career, and everything in between. The stories shared by so many different and influential entrepreneurs remind listeners life often does not go as planned, but with hard work and strong beliefs it often ends up better! Yasmin is great at creating a comfortable space, it feels like a coffee chat with your most insightful friends. Each episode is a reminder that everyone has the power to achieve their dreams with their very own unique story to tell.
  • Geena24 GG
    Motivating and Inspiring
    This is such a wonderful podcast. I would like to congratulate Yasmin for doing such an amazing job for creating a space for motivating, hard working, business women. I love how she features new guests all the time and they share their journeys, experiences, and stories which inspires women that anything can be accomplished! Bravo!! This is my new go to podcast :)
  • MoSoul
    Such a needed voice
    Very few times do I find a podcast that’s giving voice and stories to those I have never heard. These interviews and the way they are conducted are so awesome. I look forward to my weekly listens!
  • nmadhx
    I’ve learned a lot
    The women that come on the show are so inspirational!! Listening to these conversations has really opened my mind. I initially gave the podcast 5 stars but I’ve changed it to 4 because I find that the host talks about her own experiences a bit too much, especially when the guest is in flow of the conversation.
  • MollyHanten
    Even better than How I Built This
    I have listened to very episode numerous times. Yasmine does such a great job digging in and not only getting their story, but discussing the uniqueness of doing it all as a woman and even mom. I also appreciate the length, I often feel other podcasts about successful entrepreneurs are too short and don’t touch on the hard times, which is unrealistic. Five stars!! Must listen if you’re a n entrepreneur.
  • AMDskin
    Sooo good!!
    I love this podcast! I haven’t missed an episode, because the information is so valuable and inspiring!
  • Ashley N. Waite
    An important listen for early-stage women founders
    Over the last few months, the interviews have served as great inspiration to me as I seek to bring my “big idea” to life and climb my personal Everest. Listening to other women founders lessons and triumphs has given me courage in this venture and I couldn't be more thankful for the opportunity to learn from them, and you. ✨
  • s.moussavi
    An absolute favorite!
    Behind Her Empire has become part of my weekly rotation! Each story provides me with such insight and perspective that I find can be applied to both my professional and personal life. Filled with inspiring and authentic stories of women who have transcended perceived boundaries, each story speaks in ways that will provide encouragement for many going throughout their individual journey. It is clear Yasmin has the ability to make her guests feel comfortable as she comes from a place of honesty and warmth. I love listening to her navigate these powerful conversations and am always looking forward to the next episode!
  • B. Parikh
    Fantastic Podcast!
    I absolutely LOVE the Behind Her Empire podcast series! I’m now listening to the third episode and can’t wait to get in the car to drive or go for a walk so that I can turn it on. 😄 Wishing you much success and love Yasmin! You’re doing something great here by inspiring young ladies of all generations to build something of their own. Stay well and do good!
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