Hims House

In episode 23, Jonathan Stern and Patrick Lester (Bayside) welcome Andrew Dudum, the founder and CEO of Hims & Hers, for the most anticipated conversation in Hims House history. They discuss the growth of Hims' core business, the evolving landscape of GLP-1 medications, the company's dedication to consumer rights, and how Andrew thinks about navigating regulatory challenges. Andrew also shares ins...

In this emergency episode of Hims House, the crew covers the FDA's surprise resolution of the semaglutide shortage. They discuss its immediate market impact, including significant stock price movements. Bayside provides a detailed analysis of the implications for short-term and long-term traders. The conversation then shifts to HIMS' two recent acquisitions—a peptide manufacturing facility and an...

In this episode of Hims House, Jonathan Stern, Louis Stevens, and Dr. H discuss the recent Super Bowl ad for Hims and its widespread media attention. They explore the varied public reception of the ad, its impact on healthcare perceptions, and the spike in app rankings. The episode delves into the growth trajectories of the Hims and Hers brands and scrutinizes the ramifications of the hot CPI repo...

In this episode of Hims House, Jonathan Stern, Louis Stevens, and Dr. H discuss HIMS' recent performance and the unveiling of their upcoming minute-long Super Bowl ad. The discussion delves into the strategic rationale behind this move, its potential to create strong brand awareness, and its alignment with the broader goal of establishing a 'brand moat.' The trio then addresses the record-high sho...

NOTE: Analysis and opinions expressed by Jack are his and his alone, and are not to be interpreted as a reflection of opinions by his current or former employers. In this episode of Hims House, Jonathan Stern, Louis Stevens, and Dr. H are joined by a special guest, Jack, a former sell-side analyst. Jack provides a comprehensive analysis of the Hims & Hers business, rooted in his years of following...

In this episode of Hims House, Jonathan Stern, Louis Stevens, and Dr. H are joined by Bayside, a professional lobbyist in Washington D.C., to discuss the upcoming Trump administration and its potential impact on Hims, particularly concerning the semaglutide shortage. Bayside provides a detailed analysis of the semaglutide and tirzepatide shortages, FDA decisions, and political landscape affecting...

Full access to our HIMS Data Dashboard + research library is $10/mo ($100/yr). Join 1,400 other HIMS investors today! In episode 17 of Hims House, Jonathan Stern, Louis Stevens, and Dr. H reflect on the significant milestones and performance of Hims & Hers in 2024, marking it as a watershed year for the company. They discuss the company's financial growth, product launches, strategic hires, and cu...

In this episode of Hims House, Jonathan Stern, Louis Stevens, and Dr. H are joined by a special guest, Bayside, a professional lobbyist who works in Washington D.C. They discuss the recent FDA announcement about the tirzepatide shortage resolution and its implications on HIMS. Bayside shares insights from his 12-page research report, which accurately predicted this outcome, and provides a detailed...

In episode 15 of Hims House, Jonathan Stern, Louis Stevens, and Dr. H discuss recent news about Meta restricting data access for healthcare companies like Hims and the implications for Hims’ marketing strategies. They examine the parallels between Meta's past challenges with Apple's privacy policies and how Hims might navigate similar issues, ultimately predicting that Hims’ vertically integrated...

Subscribe to Hims House! Website: himshouse.substack.com Twitter/X: x.com/himshouse Discord: discord.gg/tJqGgVhkEt Follow us on Twitter/X: Jonathan Stern - x.com/jonathanrstern Louis Stevens - x.com/LA_stevens_ Dr. H - x.com/stayathomedoc In Episode 14 of Hims House, host Jonathan Stern is joined by Louis Stevens and Dr. H to discuss the FDA's delayed decision on terzepatide shortages, its implica...

In Episode 13 of Hims House, Jonathan Stern, Louis Stevens, and Dr. H discuss the implications of Amazon's telemedicine announcements on Hims & Hers. They examine Amazon's pricing, offerings, and potential market overlap with Hims, while exploring whether this presents a serious threat or is overhyped by speculative narratives on platforms like Twitter. The conversation transitions to Hims’s strat...

In this episode of Hims House, Jonathan Stern, Louis Stevens, and Dr. H dive into Hims & Hers Health's Q3 earnings report. With a record-breaking number of subscribers now exceeding 2 million and significant financial metrics that outperformed estimates, the team dissects key data points and discusses the company's strategic direction. Topics include the rise of personalized solutions among su...

In this episode of Hims House, Jonathan Stern, Louis Stevens, and Dr. H provide a comprehensive preview of Hims' upcoming Q3 2024 earnings report. They discuss past earnings performance, market reactions, volatility, and expectations for future earnings. Key points include Hims' historical revenue growth, the impact of GLP-1 medications, vertical integrations, and forward-looking projections for t...

In episode 10 of Hims House , Jonathan Stern, Louis Stevens, and Dr. H interview Sekander Amini, a UK-based pharmacist and long-time Hims investor. Sekander shares insights about how his pharmacy mirrors Hims' model by offering premium services like mental health and weight loss medications. He highlights Hims' advantages in compounding medications, simplifying treatment adherence, and leveraging...

In Episode 9 of Hims House , Jonathan Stern, Louis Stevens, and Dr. H discuss potential product expansions for Hims & Hers, focusing on menopause, testosterone, fertility, and diabetes. They highlight menopause as a low-hanging opportunity due to minimal medical oversight requirements, while testosterone presents logistical challenges with necessary blood testing and monitoring. The conversati...

In episode 8 of Hims House , Jonathan Stern and Louis Stevens discuss the financial health of Hims & Hers. The episode highlights the company's steady subscriber growth, noting sequential fluctuations, with a focus on personalized medications driving retention. The discussion also centers around Hims' customer acquisition costs (CAC) and its relation to free cash flow, emphasizing the growing...

In episode 7 of Hims House, Jonathan, Louis, and Dr. H discuss the evolving telehealth industry, focusing on the market size, adoption trends, and why Hims & Hers is emerging as a leader in the space. Dr. H highlights how the ease of use and streamlined digital healthcare experience has allowed Hims to outpace competitors. The conversation also delves into the challenges of integrating insuran...

In this episode of Hims House, the hosts discuss the importance of Hims's partnerships with healthcare providers, including doctors, nurse practitioners, and pharmacies. Dr. H shares his experience joining Hims, describing the onboarding process and the evolving role of nurse practitioners. The team explores Hims's vertical integration strategy, focusing on the acquisition of 503A and 503B pharmac...

In this episode of Hims House, Jonathan Stern, Louis Stevens, and Dr. H walk through the Hims customer experience, focusing on the weight management intake process. They explore the thoroughness of the signup flow, emphasizing how it mimics a traditional doctor’s visit while countering claims made in a Hunterbrook short report. Dr. H provides insights into how the system assesses customer data and...

In this episode of Hims House , Jonathan, Louis, and Dr. H dive into Hims & Hers product offerings, discussing key categories like sexual health, mental health, hair loss, weight management, and skincare. They highlight the success of products like ED and hair loss treatments, which remain highly popular, while newer categories such as weight management have seen rapid growth. Dr. H emphasizes...

In this episode, Jonathan Stern, Louis Stevens, and Dr. H discuss the origin and evolution of Hims & Hers Health, highlighting the influence of CEO Andrew Dudum's background. They explore how Hims differentiates itself from competitors like Teladoc through vertical integration, streamlined care, and superior technology, making healthcare more accessible and affordable. Dr. H emphasizes the...

In this episode of Hims House, Jonathan, Louis, and Dr. H discuss Hims & Hers' business model, focusing on whether it can be compared to models like Netflix, SaaS, or direct-to-consumer brands. Dr. H explains the patient experience, from intake to treatment, highlighting the discreet and accessible nature of Hims' services. They explore how the company's offerings differ from tradi...

In Episode 1 of the Hims House podcast, host Jonathan Stern, equity analyst Louis Stevens, and industry insider Dr. H discuss the unique aspects of Hims & Hers’ business model, focusing on its telemedicine approach and vertical integration. They explain how Hims bypasses traditional healthcare barriers by offering direct cash-based services, making healthcare more accessible. The conversation...