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How Success Happens

Entrepreneur Media

How Success Happens tells the inspiring, entertaining, and unexpected journeys that influential leaders in business, the arts and sports traveled on their way to becoming household names. Hosted by Entrepreneur Media’s VP of Special Projects Dan Bova, these conversations are a must-listen for anyone looking to pave their own path to success.

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All Episodes

28:00

James Patterson Wants You to Disrupt Your Life

How Success Happens ·

2025/09/24

What happens when the world’s best-selling author teams up with a leadership expert? You get a playbook for thriving in a changing world. James Patterson, drawing on his experience as a former CEO, master marketer, and publishing icon, teamed up with Dr. Patrick Leddin, PhD to write Disrupt Everything—and Win. The book and this discussion is an awesome mashup of Patterson’s real-world lessons and Leddin’s three-year Vanderbilt study on disruption. They share how to stop fearing change, flip

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33:06

For WWE Superstar Chelsea Green, Success Is Built on...

How Success Happens ·

2025/09/17

WWE Superstar Chelsea Green, recently featured in Netflix’s WWE: Unreal, joins the show to talk about her journey through different wrestling personas, how she made it to the biggest squared circle in the world, and why success is about more than just money. Dan does his best not to cringe as Chelsea shares the injuries that come with life in the ring. Having played both hero and villain, she opens up about keeping the noise of online hate from spilling into her real life. After all, she says, her

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15:25

Snack Break: Sebastian Maniscalco

How Success Happens ·

2025/09/14

In this Snack Break, Dan dusts off his convo with comedy powerhouse Sebastian Maniscalco. You know him from sold-out stand-up tours and roles in The Irishman and Green Book. Maniscalco is about to hit the road again, starting September 12. He talks about how to find your voice, why the “downs” are just as important as the “ups,” and what it feels like to stand on a set with Joe Pesci, Robert De Niro, and Martin Scorsese staring back at you. Oh, and as a bonus, Dan confronts his addiction to the “A”

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32:04

Mr. Wonderful Finds Success in Brutal Honesty

How Success Happens ·

2025/09/10

Shark Tank’s Kevin O’Leary, aka Mr. Wonderful, stops by to talk about his new watch insurance company, Wonder Care, created with the 1916 Company. He fields listener questions, reveals what he loves about watches, and shares his secrets for keeping his energy cranked to 11. Plus, he justifies how he ended up spending $12.932 million on a baseball card. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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31:37

How to Make Decisions Under Fire

How Success Happens ·

2025/08/27

Mike Hayes, former commanding officer of SEAL Team Two, joins the show to talk about his new book Mission Driven: The Path to a Life of Purpose. He shares hard-won lessons on overcoming doubt, building strong teams, and why serving our communities is one of the highest callings. Even more inspiring - 100% of the book’s profits go to The 1162 Foundation, which has already paid off 11 Gold Star widows’ mortgages.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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11:41

Snack Break: Nikki Sixx

How Success Happens ·

2025/08/24

Dan rewinds to his chat with Nikki Sixx, legendary bassist and songwriter for Mötley Crüe. They dig into how the band was founded, what it feels like to hit that opening chord in front of thousands, and why sticking to your guns (and putting in the work) matters more than chasing record deals. Crank up the volume, roll down the windows, and enjoy this bite-sized blast of inspiration.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:02

Snack Break: Actor Patrick Warburton

How Success Happens ·

2025/08/17

You know Patrick Warburton as Putty from Seinfeld, the voice of Joe on Family Guy, or maybe as that very jerky Ken in Bee Movie. In this bite-sized episode, Patrick talks to Dan about what Jerry Seinfeld taught him about leadership, how to survive the highs and lows of a creative career, and why happiness shouldn't wait for success.Last year, Patrick stepped behind the camera to executive produce Suburban Fury, a documentary about the attempted assassination of President Gerald Ford. And if that

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32:55

Kim Perell Found Success by Mastering the Moment

How Success Happens ·

2025/08/06

Kim Perell is a 9-time founder, investor in over 100 startups, and now the author of Mistakes That Made Me a Millionaire. She stopped by the show to share why knowing when to move on is just as important as sticking things out. Kim breaks down the blocking out the haters, the clever trick she uses to quiet imposter syndrome, and the mindset that helped her rise from her kitchen table to leading a $235 million exit.Want more Kim and more Dan? Check out Level Up August 22 and 23. Learn more about

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8:50

Snack Break: The Gang Makes Whiskey

How Success Happens ·

2025/08/03

Glenn Howerton of It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia co-founded a whiskey company with his fellow stars Rob McElhenney and Charlie Day. In this snack-size episode, Glenn and former Four Walls Whiskey CEO Casey McGrath talk with Dan about why their whiskey isn’t just for drinking at home alone, it’s meant to be shared in the place that inspired it - the bar. Got a question or a rude comment? Email it to howsuccesshappens@entrepreneur.com, and Dan just may read it on the air. Learn more about your ad

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32:50

Mick Hunt’s Secret to Success? He Found His Because

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2025/07/23

Business coach, podcaster, and new author Mick Hunt joins the show to talk about the personal mission that drives everything he does, his because. From growing a $70 million insurance business to casually launching Mick Unplugged (one of Apple’s top-ranked podcasts), Mick shares the world view that shaped his path and the power of emotional intelligence. Want more Mick? His new book How to Be a Good Leader When You’ve Never Had One drops September 23rd.Got a question or a rude comment? Email it to

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7:05

Snack Break: Emily Ratajkowski

How Success Happens ·

2025/07/11

Model, actor, and star of Too Much, Emily Ratajkowski sat down with Dan in 2021 for Entrepreneur’s 100 Women of Impact issue. In this snack break, Dan revisits her honest take on 10-year plans, creative ambition, and the pep talk she gave listeners who might be afraid to take the leap. If you agree that failure sucks, but know it’s part of the deal, this episode is for you.Got a question or a rude comment? Email it to howsuccesshappens@entrepreneur.com and Dan just might read it on the air. Learn

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26:38

Guy Fieri and Dan Bova Live in Las Vegas

How Success Happens ·

2025/07/02

In this on-site interview from Las Vegas, Dan sits down with the Mayor of Flavortown himself, Guy Fieri. Their conversation covers everything from creating a positive impact in the world to life after death with a few wild detours in between. Guy gives a listener feedback on a product idea and even leaves a surprise for the next guest. Want to see what he did to Dan’s jacket? Watch this episode on Spotify.Wanna get your product in front of a future guest? Email it to

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14:05

Snack Break: Laird Hamilton and Gabby Reece

How Success Happens ·

2025/06/27

Grab a cup of coffee and check in with volleyball icon Gabby Reece and big-wave surfer Laird Hamilton, the duo behind Laird Superfood, Laird Apparel and XPT, an extreme performance training system. In this snack-sized episode, they share the lessons sports taught them about business, how they work through challenges together, and why authenticity is their not-so-secret ingredient for success. A quick hit of inspiration to keep you moving.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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44:32

Timmy Failure Author Stephan Pastis Always Makes Sure...

How Success Happens ·

2025/06/18

Author and cartoonist Stephan Pastis is a creative shape-shifter. He left a legal career to create Pearls Before Swine, wrote the bestselling children’s book series Timmy Failure, added screenwriter to the list, and now has his eye on travel writing. In this conversation, he shares how he protects his creativity, listens for the joke, and occasionally gets so deep in the zone he has to double-check whether he’s wearing pants.Got a hilarious question for Food Network star Robert Irvine or comedian

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8:02

Snack Break: Martha Stewart Grows Success

How Success Happens ·

2025/06/13

Dan went to the New York Botanical Garden for a live taping of The Martha Stewart Podcast. He almost got to talk to Martha Stewart, but did come back with tape of her conversation with actress Jameela Jamil. In this episode, Martha shares the power of gardening, Jameela explains why Martha is her ultimate inspiration, and Dan reveals that if he were a tree, he’d be an oak, but not the sturdy kind!Got a burning question for Food Network stars Robert Irvine or Guy Fieri? Email it to

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31:12

Tom Brady Chews Up Success

How Success Happens ·

2025/06/11

Tom Brady calls in to the show to talk about building great teams off the field, the leadership strategies that defined his career, and why he’s now in the business of making GOAT gummies. After the call, Dan is joined by friend of the show Nick “Fitzy” Stevens to break down the tape, adding some color commentary on the mindset and moves that earned Brady seven rings and made the rest of us wonder if he’s actually human.Got a burning question for Food Network stars Robert Irvine or Guy Fieri

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32:09

Boll & Branch Found Success by Putting All Their Eggs...

How Success Happens ·

2025/05/28

Scott Tannen wasn’t even allowed to buy the sheets for his own bed, his wife Missy handled that. When she couldn’t find the perfect set they co-founded Boll & Branch, a luxury bedding company built on comfort, sustainability, and ethical production. In this episode, Scott shares the story behind the brand, the $2 million risk that paid off, and the recurring nightmare that still haunts him - even while sleeping on his favorite sheets.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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24:49

Jeneva Rose Can’t Divorce Writing from Marketing

How Success Happens ·

2025/05/21

Jeneva Rose, author of The Perfect Marriage and The Perfect Divorce, doesn’t start writing until she’s nailed the elevator pitch. Every part of her creative process is shaped by her background in marketing, an edge that’s helped her go from an eBook-only release with a small press to a hardcover launch in big-name stores. In this episode, Jeneva breaks down how she binge-writes her books to make them bingeable, creates viral TikToks, and shares her favorite way to turn off her brainLearn more about

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20:44

Barbara Corcoran’s Secret to Success? A Day at the Beach

How Success Happens ·

2025/05/14

What’s the secret behind Barbara Corcoran’s billion-dollar success? According to her, it all started with getting up from her desk and heading to the beach. Barbara invited host Dan Bova to her All-Star Entrepreneur Retreat in New York City, and sat down to share how she turned a $1,000 loan into The Corcoran Group—and became a beloved Shark. In this candid conversation, Barbara talks about how to realistically find your passion, how she learned to tune out negativity, and which Shark she thinks is

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33:05

How Rescuing Chihuahuas with Kaley Cuoco Led to Katie...

How Success Happens ·

2025/05/07

Soon after Katie Hunt got a cold message on LinkedIn asking her if she would be interested in founding a celebrity-backed brand, she found herself bonding with actress Kaley Cuoco (The Big Bang Theory) over their love of rescuing elderly chihuahuas. Together, they founded Oh Norman!, a dog product company guided by the core ethical principle of asking, “What would a dog do?” Katie drew on her experience at Warby Parker, Hinge, and Showfields to excel at building a brand she believes in. In this

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