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The Joy Club Podcast

Welcome to The Joy Club Podcast — a space where creativity, entrepreneurship, storytelling, business, design, and joyful living come together. Hosted by Emily McCarthy, this podcast goes beyond the surface to explore the experiences that shape us: the wins, the setbacks, the pivots, the relationships, and the unexpected moments that become part of our story. Through thoughtful conversations with founders, creatives, industry leaders, and inspiring voices, we uncover what it really looks like to

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50:10

Kay Heritage on Building Big Bon Around One Question:...

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2026/09/24

In Korean culture, asking someone "Have you eaten?" isn't really about food. It's a way of saying, I care about you. Are you okay?In this episode of The Joy Club Podcast, Emily McCarthy sits down in Savannah with Kay Heritage, founder of Big Bon, over a warm honey bear latte to talk about how that one phrase became the foundation of an entire business. Kay shares her story of coming to the United States from South Korea as a teenager, the difficult transition of learning a new language and culture,

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49:50

Cheri Leavy & Whitney Long on Turning Friendship Into...

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2026/09/17

What happens when two friends set out to build a network, and end up building a family instead?In this episode of The Joy Club Podcast, Emily McCarthy sits down with Cheri Leavy and Whitney Long, co-founders of The Southern C, a community that has spent over a decade bringing together entrepreneurs, creatives, and small business owners from across the South. Cheri and Whitney share how their careers in Southern magazine publishing led them to start a blog together, and how a simple idea to connect

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34:37

Elizabeth Seeger on Turning Scrap Fabric Into...

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2026/09/10

What if the bag you carry every day is quietly holding the story of your entire life?In this episode of The Joy Club Podcast, Emily McCarthy sits down with her longtime friend Elizabeth Seeger, founder and creative director of Satchel, a Savannah-based handbag and accessories brand built on craftsmanship, function, and timeless style. Over a glass of bubbly, Elizabeth traces her path from studying fashion design at SCAD to a brief stint in LA after Hurricane Katrina, and the leap of faith that

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42:27

Behind the Fabric: Designing Fall & Holiday with...

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2026/09/03

What does it actually take to turn a swatch of fabric into a garment you love to live in?In this episode of The Joy Club Podcast, Emily McCarthy takes production on the road to New York City, recording from inside the office of one of Emily McCarthy's manufacturing partners with Assistant Apparel Designer Stella. Surrounded by hundreds of swatches, Emily and Stella pull back the curtain on what really goes into building a collection, from the master list of raw materials, to choosing the fabrics

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40:33

Etiquette Coach Mariah Humbert on Leaving Corporate...

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2026/08/27

What if the thing that makes you feel like an outsider is actually your greatest strength?In this episode of The Joy Club Podcast, Emily McCarthy sits down in New York City with Mariah Humbert, etiquette coach, entrepreneur, and twice-published author. Mariah shares how being the eldest daughter in a family of entrepreneurs shaped her drive from a young age, and how she left a secure corporate job in fashion retail buying during the pandemic to build a business of her own from scratch. They

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40:06

From Kate Spade to Frances Valentine: A Conversation...

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2026/08/20

What does it take to build not just one iconic brand, but two?In this episode of The Joy Club Podcast, Emily McCarthy travels to New York City to sit down with Elyce Arons, co-founder of Kate Spade and Frances Valentine, inside the Frances Valentine offices. Elyce shares how growing up on a Kansas farm with an artist mother and a houseful of fashion magazines shaped the entrepreneur she would become, and how a love of vintage shopping as a kid turned into a lifelong eye for timeless style. They

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31:49

Behind Every Garment: A Year in the Design Studio...

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2026/08/13

What actually goes into a single piece of clothing before it ever reaches the sales floor?In this episode of The Joy Club Podcast, Emily McCarthy launches a brand-new segment with Stella, Assistant Apparel Designer at Emily McCarthy. Stella shares how a persistent portfolio (and a memorable typo) landed her a spot on the creative team. They dive into her SCAD background and expertise, as well as what really happens behind the scenes of a clothing brand. From year-long design timelines, to the

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32:30

One Incredible Business Journey, 17 Years of...

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2026/08/06

What happens when your dear friend also helps build your business?In this episode of The Joy Club Podcast, Emily McCarthy sits down with Julia Barrett—Director of Business and Brand Development at Emily McCarthy and one of Emily's closest friends for nearly 17 years. From navigating marriage and motherhood together to growing the Emily McCarthy brand behind the scenes, Julia shares stories that most people have never heard. She talks about the moment she thought Emily had completely lost her mind

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30:34

How Editorial Photographer Kelli Boyd Built Her...

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2026/07/30

Every creative career has a beginning—and for editorial photographer Kelli Boyd, it didn't start behind a camera.In this episode of The Joy Club Podcast, Emily McCarthy sits down with her longtime friend and creative collaborator, Kelli Boyd, to explore the journey that led her to becoming one of the Southeast's most sought-after editorial photographers. From luxury weddings and interior design photography to brand campaigns, Kelli shares the lessons she's learned while building a business rooted

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36:58

From Custom Stationery to a Savannah Fashion Home:...

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2026/07/23

Every great brand has an origin story.In the premiere episode of The Joy Club Podcast, Emily McCarthy sits down with Julia Barrett, Director of Business and Brand Development—and Emily's friend of 17 years—to share the story behind the brand. From launching a custom stationery business to building a nationally recognized fashion and lifestyle company headquartered in Savannah, Georgia, Emily reflects on the pivotal moments, bold decisions, and lessons that shaped her journey. Emily opens up about

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1:20

Welcome to The Joy Club with Emily McCarthy — Trailer

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2026/07/15

Welcome to The Joy Club Podcast — a new podcast from Emily McCarthy exploring the stories, ideas, and experiences behind building a meaningful life and brand with intention. In this trailer episode, Emily introduces the vision behind The Joy Club and shares what listeners can expect from conversations with founders, entrepreneurs, creatives, designers, industry leaders, and inspiring voices who are creating, leading, and living with purpose. From entrepreneurship and creativity to personal growth,

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