Let Me Save You 25 Years by Shawn D. Nelson

Let Me Save You 25 Years

A podcast for anyone with aspirations to do anything. Conversations with the Founder & CEO of Lovesac.

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Episodes

He Gave Away 95% of His Profits…And Still Won | (feat. Kurt Avery | Founder of Sawyer Products)
1 h 7min Apr 9, 2026

He Gave Away 95% of His Profits…And Still Won | (feat. Kurt Avery | Founder of Sawyer Products)

What if the biggest problem with “sustainability” is that most of it simply doesn’t sustain? This week, Shawn sits down with Kurt Avery, Founder and President of Sawyer Products, to expose the truth behind greenwashing and unpack what real sustainability actually looks like in business, in products, and in impact.

The Advantage No One Talks About: Not Knowing | (Feat. Alex Costa | Founder of Forte Series)
1 h 10min Apr 2, 2026

The Advantage No One Talks About: Not Knowing | (Feat. Alex Costa | Founder of Forte Series)

What if the biggest threat to your future isn’t failure, but the wrong people you let too close? This week, Shawn sits down with Alex Costa, the man who walked away from a career at Google and built the global brand Forte Series, to discuss the Shawnism: “Don’t let someone ruin your career (or life).

Only Buy Things You Love | Replay (feat. Vivian Tu | Your Rich BFF)
1 h 2min Mar 26, 2026

Only Buy Things You Love | Replay (feat. Vivian Tu | Your Rich BFF)

We’re bringing back a fan-favorite conversation that hits even harder today: why do we buy so much…and why does it still feel like it’s never enough? In this replay, Shawn revisits one of his most practical Shawnisms: “Only Buy Things You Love.” Because let’s be honest, late-night scrolling and “add to cart” have become a lifestyle.

 

The Blueprint to Disrupting “Boring” Industries | (feat. Cordell and Sam | Co-Founders of Dr. Bombay Ice Cream)
51 min Mar 19, 2026

The Blueprint to Disrupting “Boring” Industries | (feat. Cordell and Sam | Co-Founders of Dr. Bombay Ice Cream)

What happens when Snoop Dogg’s son partners with someone who is revolutionizing the modern food industry? Iconic ice cream and a masterclass in building what you actually understand. This week Shawn sits down with Cordell Broadus and Sam Rockwell to break down the real meaning behind “Fix Stuff Yourself.

The $0 Startup That Took on Big Brands – And Won | (feat. Jaime Schmidt | Founder of Schmidt’s Naturals)
53 min Mar 12, 2026

The $0 Startup That Took on Big Brands – And Won | (feat. Jaime Schmidt | Founder of Schmidt’s Naturals)

What if the secret to great leadership, design, marketing, and even parenting, isn’t complicated at all? What if it’s mostly common sense and good taste? This week Shawn sits down with Jaime Schmidt, the entrepreneur who went from mixing deodorant in her kitchen to building Schmidt’s Naturals into a global sensation.

 

Why Purpose-Driven Brands Win | (feat. Brieane Olson | CEO of PacSun)
1 h 4min Mar 5, 2026

Why Purpose-Driven Brands Win | (feat. Brieane Olson | CEO of PacSun)

What’s the most underrated competitive advantage in business today? Reading. This week Shawn catches up with Brieane Olson, CEO of PacSun, to talk about the Shawnism that quietly separates good leaders from great ones: Read, Read, Read.

The Simple Rule That Built Warby Parker: Make Good Stuff | (feat. Neil Blumenthal)
50 min Feb 26, 2026

The Simple Rule That Built Warby Parker: Make Good Stuff | (feat. Neil Blumenthal)

What if the real competitive advantage isn’t marketing…it’s simply making good stuff? This week Shawn invites Neil Blumenthal, Co-CEO and Co-Founder of Warby Parker, onto the show to break down the Shawnism: Make Good Stuff.

Why Most People Never Find Their Purpose (and How to Fix it) (feat. Miren Oca)
54 min Feb 19, 2026

Why Most People Never Find Their Purpose (and How to Fix it) (feat. Miren Oca)

What if the fastest way to stand out in business… is to stop making excuses? This week Shawn sits down with Miren Oca, Founder and CEO of Ocaquatics Swim School, to talk about a Shawnism that will help shape life and leadership: Just Own It.

Stop Doing Everything Yourself: The Hardest Lesson for Entrepreneurs (feat. Beatrice Dixon)
1 h 3min Feb 12, 2026

Stop Doing Everything Yourself: The Hardest Lesson for Entrepreneurs (feat. Beatrice Dixon)

What if the biggest thing holding you back is you refusing to hire the plumber? In this episode Shawn sits down with Beatrice Dixon, Founder and CEO of The Honey Pot Co., to unpack one deceptively simple Shawnism: Hire a Plumber.

You Can’t Make Time Back Up. Here’s What Winners Do Instead (feat. Skyler Howes)
1 h 14min Feb 5, 2026

You Can’t Make Time Back Up. Here’s What Winners Do Instead (feat. Skyler Howes)

What if the mistakes you’re trying to avoid are actually the fastest path forward? This week Shawn sits down with elite rally racer Skyler Howes to unpack the Shawnism: Mistakes don’t matter. Learning does.

Success Is a Team Sport: Inside the Business of a 30-Year Band (feat. Jerry DePizzo from O.A.R.)
59 min Jan 29, 2026

Success Is a Team Sport: Inside the Business of a 30-Year Band (feat. Jerry DePizzo from O.A.R.)

If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, you need a partner. This week Shawn sits down with Jerry DePizzo, founding member of O.A.R., to break down a truth that applies to music, business, relationships, and life: Everybody Needs a Partner.

She Pitched Facebook Marketplace for 7 Years Before Anyone Listened | (feat. Deb Liu)
55 min Jan 22, 2026

She Pitched Facebook Marketplace for 7 Years Before Anyone Listened | (feat. Deb Liu)

Big ideas don’t move people, clear pictures do. This week Shawn sits down with Deb Liu, former President and CEO of Ancestry and Silicon Valley tech leader, to break down a Shawnism that separates visionaries from wishful thinkers: Paint the Picture.

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