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Ever wondered what your favorite creators are like behind the scenes? Karat Financial co-founders Eric Wei and Will Kim talk with today’s biggest creators to get to know the humans behind the content. Tune in to go deep, with topics covering hopes, dreams, philosophy, and insecurities.

EP. 44 - Jet Lag: Group Therapy Edition [VIDEO]
Jet Lag: The Game is a phenomenon. Sam from Wendover Productions - together with his writers Ben and Adam- have traveled around the world in 100 hours, played capture the flag in Japan, and chased each other thru tag in Europe. Join us today for an in depth look into how the Jet Lag crew met each other, became friends, what they appreciate about each other, and what frustrates them. ---------- Check out Karat at https://www.trykarat.com/ and sign up for a Karat card at https://link.trykarat.com/signup-youtube Follow Karat at https://www.instagram.com/trykarat/ Follow Eric at https://www.instagram.com/erictway/ Follow Jet Lag at @jetlagthegame Follow Sam, Ben, and Adam at @Wendoverproductions @halfasinteresting https://www.instagram.com/sam.from.wendover/ https://www.instagram.com/thewheatgerm/ https://www.instagram.com/adamhchase/
Wed, September 13, 2023
EP. 43 - Scumbag Dad’s Villain Origin Story: MasterChef & AGT Reject to TikTok Star [VIDEO]
Before blowing up on TikTok with over 5M followers, Scumbag Dad was just an ordinary guy - who almost made it on America's Got Talent with pirate rap songs and MasterChef with his Sichuan dan dan noodles. But he was rejected because the shows were a bit staged. Now he's vowed revenge - and uses social media to expose hypocrisy in other creators & influencers. Join @trykarat cofounder @erictway and Scumbag Dad for an in depth conversation! ------------------------------ Check out Karat at https://www.trykarat.com/ and sign up for a Karat card at https://link.trykarat.com/signup-youtube Follow Karat at https://www.instagram.com/trykarat/ Follow Eric at https://www.instagram.com/erictway/ Follow Scumbag Dad at https://www.youtube.com/@UCvdBzm8DPlyi8KUe4F1e4tQ and https://www.instagram.com/scumbagdadofficial/?hl=en
Wed, September 6, 2023
EP. 42 - Millionaire OnlyFans "Harvard Dropout" Kazumi Gets Intimate [VIDEO]
Kazumi was under house arrest from her parents until age 18. When she escaped, she decided to prioritize financial stability above all else to ensure she'd never need to depend on someone else again. She built an OnlyFans empire through smart marketing by herself - earning $300K/ a month and building a fortune of millions. But it was extremely difficult. Join us today as Kazumi shares her journey today with  @trykarat  cofounder @erictway. ---------- Check out Karat at https://www.trykarat.com/ and sign up for a Karat card at https://link.trykarat.com/signup Follow Karat at https://www.instagram.com/trykarat/ Follow Eric at https://www.instagram.com/erictway/ Follow Kazumi at @kazumisworld ----------
Tue, August 29, 2023
EP. 41 - College Dropout to Fashion Icon | Frugal Aesthetic's Path to Winning [VIDEO]
Christian Villanueva never thought he’d win in life if he stayed in college. He skipped classes just to secretly create content. After dropping out and becoming broke -- splitting meatballs with his roommate to survive -- he started his channel as the infamous Frugal Aesthetic. With over 2M subscribers and multiple channels, he continues winning at life. Join Christian and @trykarat cofounder @erictway to learn more about Christian’s success. ---------- Check out Karat at https://www.trykarat.com/ and sign up for a Karat card at https://link.trykarat.com/signup-youtube Follow Karat at https://www.instagram.com/trykarat/ Follow Eric at https://www.instagram.com/erictway/ Follow Christian at @FrugalAesthetic ----------
Tue, August 22, 2023
EP. 40 - Plumber to David Dobrik’s Cofounder | Ilya’s Story [VIDEO]
Ilya Fedorovich moved from Belarus at age 3. He worked as a plumber with his dad for 7 years. Today he's helped David Dobrik launch his Doughbrik's pizza business as cofounder - as well as Xeela Fitness, where Ilya's helped friends like Jason Nash and Natalie Noel get in the best shape of their lives. Join Ilya and @trykarat cofounder @erictway to learn more about Ilya's journey. ---------- Check out Karat at https://www.trykarat.com/ and sign up for a Karat card at https://link.trykarat.com/signup-youtube Follow Karat at https://www.instagram.com/trykarat/ Follow Eric at https://www.instagram.com/erictway/ Follow Ilya at https://www.instagram.com/ilyafeddy/
Wed, August 16, 2023
EP. 39 - The Yard to Mogul Moves: Aiden's Journey as an Accidental Influencer [VIDEO]
Aiden just wanted to play Super Smash Bros Melee. That genuine passion led to his friendships with Ludwig , Slime, & Nick - which today's become Aiden's life as he joins them on @TheYardPodcast and helps Ludwig with events and merch at Mogul Moves. How did this all happen? Join us for a 2 hour in depth look into Aiden's story on the @trykarat podcast. ---------- Check out Karat at https://www.trykarat.com/ Follow Karat at https://www.instagram.com/trykarat/ Follow Eric at https://www.instagram.com/erictway/ Follow Aiden at @MasterCalvin45
Tue, August 8, 2023
EP. 38 - Gymnastics Prodigy Overcame Intense Pressure Now Has 5M TikTok Followers | Elena Shinohara [VIDEO]
At age 6, Elena Shinohara was a rhythmic gymnastics prodigy. She's a Junior Olympic Champion who overcame intense pressure from herself, her peers, and her family to compete. Today she has over 5M followers as a popular creator. Join her and @trykarat cofounder @erictway for 36 Questions to Fall in Love --- Check out Karat at https://www.trykarat.com/ Follow Karat at https://www.instagram.com/trykarat/ Follow Eric at https://www.instagram.com/erictway/ Follow Elena at @elenashinohara
Fri, July 28, 2023
He was depressed. Then he cofounded a $100M bank for creators | Eric Wei - cofounder of Karat [VIDEO]
@erictway is cofounder of @trykarat and helped raise millions of dollars to build a better financial system for creators. Before Karat, he lived a really different life - he did product at Instagram, consulting at McKinsey, investment banking at Blackstone, and economics at Harvard. He also hated it. Listen to his story that he shared in a keynote given at Asian Hustle Network's annual conference! --- Check out Karat at https://www.trykarat.com/ Follow Karat at https://www.instagram.com/trykarat/ Follow Eric at https://www.instagram.com/erictway/
Fri, June 30, 2023
EP. 34 - Mad Scientist YouTuber Risks His Life for Every Video | Louis Weisz [VIDEO]
Louis Weisz always felt he never fit in, but his love for creating and building helped him establish the voice and confidence to create his channel. Now, he shares his insane challenges with over 1 Million Subscribers. Taking the risk to bring extreme engineering and fun to another level. Join us for 36 Questions to Fall in Love with @trykarat cofounder @erictway and @Weisz! --- Check out Karat at https://www.trykarat.com/ Follow Karat at https://www.instagram.com/trykarat/ Follow Eric at https://www.instagram.com/erictway/ Follow Louis at @Weisz
Wed, June 28, 2023
EP. 33 - Computer Engineer Turned Fashion Trendsetter | Vivacious Honey [VIDEO]
Vanessa Chen is a fashion star today as @VIVACIOUSHONEY - but several years ago, she was a computer engineering student. Here's how she made it~ Join us for 36 Questions to Fall in Love with @trykarat cofounder @erictway and Vanessa! --- Check out Karat at https://www.trykarat.com/ Follow Karat at https://www.instagram.com/trykarat/ Follow Eric at https://www.instagram.com/erictway/ Follow Vanessa at @VIVACIOUSHONEY​
Wed, June 21, 2023
EP. 32 - He Dropped Out of the Navy to do YouTube | Austen Alexander [VIDEO]
Austen Alexander believed joining the Navy was the best decision he’d ever make. Until he began uploading videos to his youtube page, he found his true calling as a content creator. After seven years as a Marine, he finally quit the Navy and shifted his focus to creating fitness-based content on Youtube, gaining over one million subscribers. Now, he’s the founder of Battle Bunker, his own fitness company that’s the leading competitor to Crossfit. --- Check out Karat at https://www.trykarat.com/ Follow Karat at https://www.instagram.com/trykarat/ Follow Eric Wei at https://www.instagram.com/erictway/ Follow Austen Alexander at https://www.youtube.com/@AustenAlexander
Wed, June 14, 2023
EP. 31 - Last Airbender Star (Toph) Quit Hollywood for Yale | Michaela Murphy [VIDEO]
Michaela Murphy grew up fast. She started taking care of herself at age 6 - and at age 12 - she voiced Toph in Avatar: The Last Airbender. She stopped to continue school and recently graduated from Yale - where she faced a whole new set of challenges and discovered a new dream. Just us for 36 Questions to Fall in Love with Michaela Murphy and @trykarat  cofounder @erictway! --- Check out Karat at https://www.trykarat.com/ Follow Karat at https://www.instagram.com/trykarat/ Follow Eric Wei at https://www.instagram.com/erictway/ Follow Michaela Murphy at https://www.instagram.com/michaelamostly/
Wed, June 7, 2023
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