Hello Chaos
Every day, entrepreneurs all over the world roll out of bed and say: Hello, Chaos. And more often than not, we’re having that conversation in our own heads. It’s time to crack the dialogue wide open.
Hello Chaos is a weekly podcast dedicated to entrepreneurs and founders, published every Sunday. It is another platform brought to you by OrangeWIP. It is a megaphone and round table created specifically to welcome bright, stubborn, visionary minds to a conversation founders have been craving. Here, founders have permission to vent—or be vulnerable. To bring the wildest ideas. Their greatest obstacles. And find a national sounding board for solutions. Here, we want founders show off—or allow them to speak their truth. To meet challenges head-on. To make hyper-local community connections. And share “aha!” and “oh shit” moments.
Welcome to Hello Chaos. Founders, it's time to unmute yourself.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 48 minutes
- Episodes
- 170
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
Ep. 147 Terri Brinston
Key Takeaways:
1️⃣ You Don’t Need It All Figured Out to Start
Terri didn’t set out to be a founder—she saw a gap and filled it. That leap sparked My School Nurse.
2️⃣ Personal Branding Isn’t Optional
Ter…
Ep. 146 Erika Giuggio
Key Takeaways:
1️⃣ Know your worth.
Undervaluing your services invites burnout and micromanagement.
2️⃣ Hire slow, fire fast.
Clear expectations and quick decisions protect your business.
3️⃣ Routines =…
Ep. 145 Cecilia Zapata-Harms
Key Takeaways:
1️⃣ Experience is your unfair advantage—if you trust it.
Cecilia shows how instinct and lived experience can be sharper than any playbook. Founders, trust your gut—and don’t let others u…
Ep. 144 Mandy Jo Squires
Key Takeaways:
1️⃣ Community Fuels Business Growth
Mandy Jo Squires built her success by fostering a strong writing community. For any entrepreneur, relationships and networks are just as crucial as th…
Ep. 143 Anne Alexander-Sieder
Key Takeaways:
1️⃣ Bold moves create opportunities
If you’re waiting for the “right time,” you’re waiting too long. Growth happens when you step outside your comfort zone, take action, and own the mess…
Ep. 142 Katie Krimitsos
Key Takeaways:
1️⃣ Trust yourself
The answers are already within you—entrepreneurship is a journey of self-awareness, confidence, and breaking limiting beliefs that hold you back.
2️⃣ Manage energy, not…
Ep. 141 Dr. Rebecca Heiss
What You’ll Walk Away With:
1️⃣ Fear is Fuel, Not a Stop Sign.
Fear isn’t the enemy—it’s just energy. Learn how to flip it into an advantage.
2️⃣ Nobody Has It All Figured Out.
The secret to success? Sta…
Ep. 140 Razan Talebian & Lamia Tabassum
Key Takeaways:
🚀 The Power of Co-Founders
A strong co-founder relationship is built on trust, communication, and mutual support. Razan and Lamia share how they navigated evolving roles and responsibili…
Ep. 139 Angela Fowler
Key Takeaways:
1️⃣ Accessibility is a Business Advantage
Making your website and business accessible isn’t just about compliance; it enhances SEO, improves user experience, and opens the door to a la…
Ep. 138 Becca Stackhouse-Morson
Key Takeaways
🔹 Self-Acceptance Fuels Success – The way you see yourself influences everything—from your confidence as a leader to how you handle setbacks. Becca explains why embracing who you are (fl…
Ep. 137 Debbie Lucas
Key Takeaways
🌈 Joy is Your Business Superpower
Debbie Lucas transformed her life and business when she made joy a non-negotiable. Her advice to founders? Joy isn’t a selfish indulgence; it’s the fuel …
Ep. 136 Kaden Mattinson
Key Takeaways
🔥 Turning Pain into Purpose
Mending Minds was born from frustration with a broken system. Founders often create businesses for the same reason—they see a gap and refuse to look away. The …
Ep. 135 Dr Stem Mahlatini
Key Takeaways:
🏋️♀️ You’re Stronger Than You Think
Journaling and reflection helped Dr. Stem organize priorities and manage stress. Founders can benefit from clearing their minds and celebrating small…
Ep. 134 Dr. Emily Guarnotta
Key Takeaways:
🔑 Clarity is Key
Without a clear vision, it’s easy to get stuck. Emily reflected on how defining her goals helped her stay focused and keep moving forward, even when things felt overwhel…
Ep. 133 Tom Freiling
Key Takeaways
🚀 The Freedom Myth in Entrepreneurship
Think entrepreneurship means total freedom? Think again. Tom challenges entrepreneurs to embrace the grind and focus on building purpose-driven busi…
Ep. 132 Grace Gavin
Key Takeaways
💬 The Power of Openness
Honesty isn’t just about speaking—it’s about listening, too. Grace shows us that creating a safe, judgment-free space fosters trust and collaboration. Leaders, ope…
Ep. 131 Tivona "Lady V" Elliott
Key Takeaways
🛑 Set Boundaries Like a Boss
Lady V’s journey from people-pleaser to boundary-setter is a lesson for all founders. Protecting your time and energy isn’t selfish—it’s essential. If you don…
Ep. 130 Joey Lowery
Key Takeaways
🔥 Own Your Story
Sharing your journey—awkward moments and all—can feel daunting, but Joey reminds us that authenticity is the secret sauce. “Just jump in and start sharing your story!”
🐠 D…
Ep. 129 Rebecca Thomas
Key Takeaways
✨ Radical Acceptance Unlocks Growth
Rebecca emphasizes the power of acknowledging your circumstances without judgment. This mindset not only fosters personal growth but also creates a saf…
Ep. 128 Suzannah Raff
Key Takeaways
✨🤝 Authenticity Drives Connection
Suzannah’s mission to create clean, effective personal care products without synthetic fragrances or harmful chemicals reflects her deeply held values. H…