Human-First Founders Podcast: Inspiring Stories and Tips for Down-to-Earth Entrepreneurs

Updated: 24 Jul 2025 • 273 episodes
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Welcome to Human-First Founders — the podcast for down-to-earth entrepreneurs who care deeply, think differently, and want to build a business that actually feels good to run. Hosted by Kinsey Soderberg of Authentic AI, this show is your cozy corner of the internet where we get real about what it takes to grow a brand with heart — in a world that’s constantly trying to automate, hustle, and "optimize" the humanity right out of it. Each week, you’ll hear thought-provoking convos with values-led founders, behind-the-scenes stories from Kinsey’s business (and brain), and the occasional AI tip — always delivered with a human-first lens. Whether you’re navigating brand strategy, marketing mindset blocks, or the weirdness of being a creative online, this show is here to remind you: you don’t have to do it like everyone else. You get to do it in a way that feels good to YOU. ✨ Connect with Kinsey at diywith.ai or on Instagram @authenticaiforentrepreneurs.

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We need to talk about why so many women entrepreneurs say they want ease, success, and strategy, but still feel weird actually letting AI support them. **This is a reshare from our Authentic AI Podcast. 🫶😘** In this episode, I’m joined by my brilliant friend and subconscious success coach Mindi Huebner, and we’re pul

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What if the key to converting more right-fit clients was already hiding in your DMs, emails, or Voxer messages? In this episode, I"m chatting with storytelling strategist Jocelyn Montemarano about the power of strategic case studies—and how you can use client success stories to build trust, boost sales, and make your m

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Running a product-based biz and feeling stuck on what to post? This episode is your cozy permission slip to simplify, get strategic, and actually have fun with your content again. Ashley Alderson — founder of The Boutique Hub and retail marketing genius — breaks down her 6 essential content buckets that every physical

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What if marketing didn’t have to feel like a never-ending, soul-sucking to-do list?  In this episode, I’m joined by Victoria Hajjar — founder of Ugli Ventures — who’s on a mission to make marketing simpler, more joyful, and way less overwhelming. We talk about the real behind-the-scenes of running a business, how to ta

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Let’s be honest — a lot of what we’re told about social media growth feels exhausting, surface-level, or straight-up disconnected. That’s why this episode with Kristina Bartold, CEO of The Social Snippet, is such a breath of fresh air. Kristina shares how she’s built a thriving business (and community) by focusing on c

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Feeling stretched thin by social media? You’re not alone — and this episode is here to bring you back to center. In this conversation, I’m joined by the brilliant Peg Fitzpatrick — longtime social media strategist, author, and educator — for a real-talk look at what actually matters when it comes to showing up online.

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