Hello Chaos™ embraces and celebrates the dynamic and chaotic world of founders and innovators. We serve as a megaphone, offering an unfiltered view of entrepreneurship and providing a welcoming platform for bright, determined, visionary minds to engage in the conversation they've been craving.
Each week, we delve into candid interviews with founders and innovators from diverse industries. They share their pivotal "a-ha" moments, along with the inevitable "oh sh*t!" experiences, offering practical steps and valuable lessons learned along the way.
What does it really take to build something that lasts? Jennifer “JJ” Sutton sits down with Becca Stackhouse-Morson, founder and CEO of Stacked Intent, to talk about the messy, unfiltered side of entrepreneurship. From battling self-doubt to setting boundaries, Becca shares how self-acceptance and community are game-changers. Plus, she dives into how jiu-jitsu has reshaped her mindset—because let’s face it, founders need to know how to fight (in business and beyond).
Debbie Lucas, founder of The Joy Alchemist, didn’t just pivot her career—she came home to herself. On this week’s Hello Chaos, Debbie dives into her journey from social work to entrepreneurship, sharing how she overcame imposter syndrome and made joy the foundation of her life and business. This episode is packed with raw insights and practical wisdom—a blueprint for chasing authenticity, embracing pivots, and building a life you truly love.
Kaden Mattinson didn’t plan to become a founder. But when the mental health system failed his daughter, he didn’t just vent—he built Mending Minds Village to confront the system head-on. In this candid and powerful convo with Jennifer Sutton on Hello Chaos, Kaden shares what it takes to turn frustration into action, the gritty truth about running a nonprofit, and why resilience is more than a mindset—it’s a necessity. Whether you’re a parent, founder, or advocate, this episode is packed with real talk and lessons on thriving through chaos.
Dr. Stem (Sithembile Mahlatini), founder of the Bounce Back Empowerment Conference, joins Jennifer "JJ" Sutton on Hello Chaos for an unfiltered convo on what it really takes to ditch the 9-to-5 and go all in as a founder. From growing up around family-run businesses in Zimbabwe to battling imposter syndrome in the U.S., Dr. Stem drops real talk on building resilience, finding your tribe, and learning to say no. This is the straight-up truth entrepreneurs need to hear—because bouncing back isn’t just a mindset, it’s a strategy.
Jennifer Sutton connects with Emily Guarnotta, clinical psychologist and co-founder of Phoenix Health, for an honest and insightful conversation about the chaos and clarity of entrepreneurship. Emily’s journey from being a solo provider to co-founding a scalable online therapy practice focused on maternal mental health wasn’t without its challenges—especially navigating telehealth regulations and launching during a global pandemic. Throughout the conversation, she shared valuable lessons about staying clear on your goals, pushing past discomfort, and leaning on a strong support network.