Unlonely with Dr. Jody Carrington

Nobody Cares About Your Career—And That's Your Superpower - Erika Ayers Badan

Unlonely with Dr. Jody Carrington

Show Notes

The hardest truth is often the most liberating: nobody cares about your career—but Erika Ayers Badan is here to show you why that’s your superpower. In this episode, Erika reflects on her groundbreaking tenure as CEO of Barstool Sports, the chaos, creativity, and humanity behind its success, and the power of building trust in unconventional places. From navigating criticism to balancing motherhood, leadership, and her own insecurities, Erika’s insights are raw, real, and refreshingly honest. Plus, hear how her new role at Food52 and a mission-driven board position are teaching her patience, perspective, and the art of reinvention.

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