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#1,022: Join us as we sit down with Shakira Niazi – an Afghan refugee, entrepreneur, and founder of Zen Basil. For the past decade, Shakira has built the business alongside her two sons, without outside capital, focusing on ingredient sourcing, nutritional verification, rigorous testing, and full traceability. In this episode, we explore the overlooked importance of fiber, basil seeds versus chia, and her approach to food intelligence in a wellness industry full of conflicting advice. Shakira shares her five pillars of well-being, why she believes better health starts with the basics, and how surviving war shaped her perspective on gratitude, motherhood, and success. We also discuss building a business with family, preserving cultural traditions, and turning a personal mission into a growing wellness brand.
 
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#1,021: Join us as we sit down with our family Mimi Evarts & Drew Nida! Mimi is Lauryn's sister and Drew is Mimi's fiance and our soon to be brother in law.  In this candid Q&A, Mimi & Drew turn the questions on us for the kind of conversation we usually save for the dinner table. We're talking about growing our businesses, keeping up with busy schedules, & figuring things out together along the way. From expensive mistakes to lessons we learned the hard way, we share what's worked, what hasn't, & why things don't necessarily get easier as your business grows. We also get into growing with your audience, merging families, the perspective shifts that come with marriage, & staying your own person while building a life together. Expect honest advice, unfiltered family stories, the lessons about pursuing your ambitions, & the questions that come from knowing us both on & off the mic.
 
For Detailed Show Notes visit TheBossticks.com
 
To connect with Mimi Evarts click HERE
 
To connect with Drew Nida click HERE
 
To connect with Lauryn Bosstick click HERE
 
To connect with Michael Bosstick click HERE
 
To Shop The Skinny Confidential click HERE
 
Head to our ShopMy page HERE and LTK page HERE to find all of the products mentioned in each episode.
 
This Episode is sponsored by The Skinny Confidential
To Shop The Skinny Confidential x Djerf Avenue collab visit https://theskinnyconfidential.com.
 
This episode is sponsored by Just Thrive
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This episode is sponsored by Paleovalley
Head to http://paleovalley.com/skinny for 20% off your first purchase
 
This episode is sponsored by Tatcha
Visit http://Tatcha.com and use code SKINNY for 15% off.
 
This episode is sponsored by HERS
Visit for http://hers.com/skinny to access personalized, affordable care for weightloss, hair, menopause, and more.
 
This episode is sponsored by Sofi Plus
SoFi Plus is the smart way to get more for your money, and you can get started for $10 a month. Head to http://SoFi.com/skinnyplus.
 
This episode is sponsored by Oh My Mahjong!
Visit http://OhMyMahjong.com and use code SKINNY at checkout for 10% off.
 
This episode is sponsored by Primal Kitchen
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#1,020: Join us as we sit down with Dr. Natalie Crawford – double board-certified OB/GYN and reproductive endocrinologist specializing in fertility and reproductive health, host of the podcast As a Woman, and author of the bestselling book, The Fertility Formula. As the co-founder of Fora Fertility, as well as the CEO and co-founder of Learn at Pinnacle, a medical education network, Dr. Natalie Crawford has built her career around helping people better understand their hormones, reproductive health, and the signals their bodies are giving them — with the belief that you can't make decisions on data you don't know. In this episode, Dr. Natalie Crawford breaks down why fertility is a reflection of overall health and how both men and women can take a more proactive approach at every stage of life. We discuss her five non-negotiables for supporting fertility, the everyday habits that influence egg and sperm quality, and what your hormones may reveal about your reproductive health. Dr. Crawford explains what men need to know about testosterone and sperm health, what women can learn from AMH levels and ovarian reserve, and the realities of egg freezing, IVF, and the fertility challenges so many couples face. With an understanding that every fertility journey is different and not everything is within our control, this conversation is about replacing fear and uncertainty with knowledge, navigating challenges with greater support and compassion, and feeling more empowered to make informed decisions about your reproductive future, no matter which stage of life you are in.
 
For Detailed Show Notes visit TheBossticks.com
 
To connect with Dr. Natalie Crawford click HERE
 
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To connect with Michael Bosstick click HERE
 
Head to our ShopMy page HERE and LTK page HERE to find all of the products mentioned in each episode.
 
To learn more about Dr. Natalie Crawford visit https://www.nataliecrawfordmd.com. To learn more about Fora Fertility visit https://www.forafertility.com. 
 
If you need support in your fertility journey visit https://resolve.org. 
 
This Episode is sponsored by The Skinny Confidential
To Shop The Skinny Confidential x Djerf Avenue collab visit https://theskinnyconfidential.com.
 
This episode is sponsored by Primal Kitchen
Find Primal Kitchen Buffalo sauce at your local grocery store or on http://Primalkitchen.com.
 
This episode is sponsored by Redken
Shop Redken Acidic Grow Full System at Ulta Beauty. 
 
This episode is sponsored by Ritual
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This episode is sponsored by Jolie
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This episode is sponsored by Archies
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This episode is sponsored by Paula's Choice
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#1,019: Join us as we sit down with Megan Trottier  –  founder of Oh My Mahjong! Megan recognized the opportunity to bring a traditional game to a new generation and turned it into a rapidly growing brand with a nationwide retail presence and a community creating opportunities of its own. In this episode, Megan breaks down how she transformed mahjong into a modern lifestyle brand, built a network of teachers through Maji Mentors, and scaled her business while navigating motherhood and entrepreneurship. We're getting into the Bosstick Blueprint behind building a brand that lasts – from identifying cultural shifts before they go mainstream and creating products people actually want to mastering the art of execution, delegation, and strategic growth. We also dive into business lessons that come with scaling quickly, including protecting your intellectual property, making the right hires, solving unexpected operational challenges, and knowing when to invest in infrastructure. 
 
For Detailed Show Notes visit TheBossticks.com
 
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To connect with Lauryn Bosstick click HERE
 
To connect with Michael Bosstick click HERE
 
Read More on The Skinny Confidential HERE
 
Head to our ShopMy page HERE and LTK page HERE to find all of the products mentioned in each episode.
 
This Episode is sponsored by Oh My Mahjong!
Visit http://ohmymahjong.com and use code SKINNY for 10% off your first purchase.
 
This Episode is sponsored by The Skinny Confidential
To Shop The Skinny Confidential x Djerf Avenue collab visit https://theskinnyconfidential.com.
 
This episode is sponsored by Redken
Shop Redken Acidic Grow Full System at Ulta Beauty. 
 
This episode is sponsored by Sofi Plus
SoFi Plus is the smart way to get more for your money, and you can get started for $10 a month. Head to http://SoFi.com/skinnyplus.
 
This episode is sponsored by Paula's Choice
Get visibly plumper & deeply hydrated skin with Paula's Choice Peptide Intensive Moisturizer. Shop now at http://PaulasChoice.com. Use Code skinny25 for 25% off your order of $100 or more.
 
This episode is sponsored by Eight Sleep
Our sponsors at Eight Sleep just dropped Pod 6, their newest smart mattress cover. Each side cools or heats to the temperature you actually sleep at, and it tracks your sleep automatically from the cover. No wearable. Use code SKINNY at http://eightsleep.com/thebossticks for up to $200 off the new Pod 6.
 
This episode is sponsored by Primal Queen
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This episode is sponsored by Tonies Toys
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#1,018: Join us as we sit down with Matilda Djerf – co-founder and Chief Creative Officer of Djerf Avenue, a globally recognized fashion, beauty and lifestyle brand rooted in her signature Scandinavian style. Since launching Djerf Avenue in 2019, Matilda has built the company from the ground up into a multimillion-dollar global brand, translating her personal style and creative vision into an international business with a devoted community. In this episode, Matilda shares how her passion for fashion and creativity started at a young age, how she built an audience by sharing her life in Sweden, and what she learned about turning a personal aesthetic into a successful global brand. She opens up about the viral success of Djerf Avenue's iconic berry pajamas, the realities of scaling a business, the importance of building a community that translates into loyal customers, and how Swedish culture has shaped her approach to business and work-life balance. Lauryn and Matilda also give a glimpse into The Skinny Confidential x Djerf Avenue collaboration.
 
To Shop The Skinny Confidential x Djerf Avenue collab visit https://theskinnyconfidential.com.
 
For Detailed Show Notes visit TheBossticks.com
 
To connect with Matilda Djerf click HERE
 
To connect with Lauryn Bosstick click HERE
 
To connect with Michael Bosstick click HERE
 
Head to our ShopMy page HERE and LTK page HERE to find all of the products mentioned in each episode.
 
This episode is sponsored by Caldera + Lab
Go to http://calderalab.com/SKINNY and use code SKINNY for 20% off your first order.
 
This episode is sponsored by Redken
Shop Redken Acidic Grow Full System at Ulta Beauty. 
 
This episode is sponsored by HERS
Ready to reach your goals? Visit for http://hers.com/skinny to access personalized, affordable care for weight loss, hair, menopause, and more.
 
This episode is sponsored by Revolve
Shop at http://REVOLVE.com/SKINNY and use code SKINNY for 15% off your first order. #REVOLVEpartner
 
This episode is sponsored by Oh My Mahjong!
Visit http://OhMyMahjong.com and use code SKINNY at checkout for 10% off.
 
This episode is sponsored by The RealReal
Get $25 off your first purchase when you go to http://TheRealReal.com/skinny.
 
Produced by Dear Media