Powell's City of Books is no mere bookstore; it's an institution, community, and treasure for bibliophiles. This literary haven offers new, used, and rare finds that beckon readers from every corner of the globe. Store Manager Bry Hoag helped Powell's flourish into a cultural icon with its unique blend of history, sustainability, and unwavering commitment to ... Show More
Oct 2024
Starting a Business That Aligns With Your Passions
Bonnie Mauldin has been hustling since she was a kid. At eight years old, she was knocking on doors offering to shovel driveways. After graduation, she entered the medical field, but quickly discovered it was not for her. Now, Bonnie owns two successful businesses, The Mauldin Gr ... Show More
32m 47s
Sep 2024
Father of Biohacking with Dave Asprey
Welcome everyone to the "Entrepreneur Show", as we have special guest, Dave Asprey, who is known as the father of biohacking and is famous for creating bulletproof coffee and hosting the Bulletproof Radio show, which has now been renamed as the Human Upgrade Podcast. He has made ... Show More
41m 13s
Dec 2020
How I Built Resilience: Emily Powell of Powell's Books
Emily Powell is the third generation owner and president of Portland, Oregon's iconic independent bookseller, Powell's Books. After having to let go of 90% of her staff in early March, Emily is focused on bringing people back and showcasing Powell's Books' unique in-store experie ... Show More
24m 41s
Sep 2023
A Better Way to Buy Books
Bookshop.org is an online book retailer that donates more than 80% of its profits to independent bookstores. Launched in 2020, Bookshop.org has already raised more than $27,000,000. In this interview, Andy Hunter, founder and CEO discusses his journey to creating one of the most ... Show More
32m 44s
Sep 2022
Reinventing an Iconic Independent Bookstore
In 2020, Kwame Spearman made the career-shifting decision to leave a New York City-based consulting job to return to his hometown of Denver, Colorado, and take over an iconic independent bookstore, The Tattered Cover. Spearman saw an opportunity to reinvent the local business to ... Show More
28 m
<p>Americans throw away 320 million books every year. How do some of them find a second life? Zachary Crockett is just browsing. </p><p> </p><ul><li><strong>SOURCE:</strong><ul><li>Francisco Hernandez, owner of Leaves bookstore.</li></ul></li></ul><p> </p><ul><li><strong>RESOURCE ... Show More
