Two Sisters In Business

Today is our last episode until Fall! We are wrapping up a fun "Season 2 of Two Sisters in Business", discussing our upcoming summer drops and what we are most excited about for Fall. We'll be back in August!

On today's episode, we deep dive on the infamous brand AllBirds, what went wrong, what went right, and where it all ended up. And as always, sharing our insights on how it relates to our business-- the ending will definitely surprise you!

On today's episode, we discuss the evolution of our turtleneck, what we are planning for next and our thoughts for the future of Dudley Stephens. 

On today's episode, we discuss what it feels like when we are in a creative and mental rut, and what we both do to try to get out of it. Hint: we record a podcast episode! Listen in for our debate on how to stay inspired and where we search for inspiration.

We have a very special guest on today's podcast, Lindsay Czarniak! Lindsay takes us through her career milestones and some of her craziest stories from sideline reporting throughout her illustrious run as journalist, television host and now podcaster. We left this conversation feeling so inspired and we know you will too. 

On today's episode, we are deep diving on the viral underwear brand, Parade. Launched in 2019, well after we had launched Dudley Stephens, but shuttered just last year in 2025, we discuss all the things Parade did both wrong and right, with some surprising conclusions that can educate us all on how to operate a retail business to flourish instead of fail.

On today's episode we discuss what is convincing us in 2026 to actually hit "buy now". We discuss how much our emotions, price, brand voice, and styling advice push consumers to eventually hit the buy button.

On today's episode, we get brutally honest on what it feels like when things feel totally out of our control in both personal and business life, and Lauren shares a crazy travel story from her spring break travel.

Today we chat about our upcoming Dudey drops and best sellers, and discuss whether Chat GPT is going to compete with influencers. Do we need product and brand recommendations from people or will AI be our new go-to?

On today's episode, Lauren is flying solo! She runs through the upcoming Dudley drops, what to look out for in terms of sell-out status, and then takes on listener questions for a rapid-fire Q&A. First up is remembering her career at Calvin Klein in Fashion and Celebrity Relations PR, the job Carolyn Bessette Kennedy held so long ago. Next up are listener questions about business and life, includi...

On today's episode, we discuss the brand Outdoor Voices — a brand that has had us captivated since launching Dudley Stephens in 2015. We deep dive on what went right at OV, what went wrong, and the decisions OV made versus the decisions we have made in growing and running our business. 

On today's episode, we talk through new and exciting (and super comfy) Dudley drops, and discuss how our definition of success has shifted overtime, both since college graduation and launching Dudley Stephens. Listen in for some surprising takes on what we think it takes to launch a company in terms of mindset, and how that's changed overtime for us!

On today's episode we discuss the idea that brands created by millennials are dying. The neutral, clean aesthetics of brand marketing are shifting, and people want more authentic and raw content from brands. We discuss the different generations and what their preferences are for when brands are speaking to them. And as always, we share some laughs regarding the latest going on in our lives.

We were so honored to sit down and chat with Erin Gates, someone whom we've long admired. On Today's episode, Erin talks us through the journey in building her hugely successful interior design firm and what inspired her to start her blog, which she has been running for nearly 20 years. We also discuss our Erin Gates x Dudley Stephens collaboration and what it was like working together. We left fe...

On today's episode, we are deep diving on the different phases of motherhood and business, how prepared we feel for all the phases, and debate whether being unprepared for things might be better for long term success. We discuss the Beckham family drama and all the blurred lines of a family business, and the business of family, and the things we've learned in running a public facing, family busine...

On today's episode, we deep dive into the data on returns in the retail industry. We pull back the curtain on what it means for e-commerce brands, and how it is a growing problem in today's worlds of online shopping. The numbers are staggering, do not miss this episode — you will learn and hopefully be inspired to shop smart. We also share some laughs on our own purchasing and returning habits! 

Welcome back! We are so excited to kick of 2026 with today's episode, where we catch up after the holiday break and discuss our words and goals for the year. And discuss all things Dudley, of course.

Warning!! Listen with your AirPods or alone in the car, and not with your children. For our last episode of the year we discuss the most stressful time of year, our favorite moments from 2025, and tee up for 2026 whether we are leaning out or leaning in.

On today's episode, we discuss why we think the concept of the 40 hour work week in some industries needs to be totally overhauled and rethought, and all of the implications surrounding that! And a sister catch-up and how we feel heading into the busiest month of the year.

On today's episode, we run through Kaki's Gift Guide for all the loved ones in your life, take notes and get inspired with some fun Dudley gifts and from our other favorite brands, as well as gift ideas for kids! We also deep dive on the concept of 'invisible labor' and our take on this hot topic during the busiest season for moms.

Welcome Christina Pardy, founder of the viral knitwear brand, Shit That I Knit! Today Lauren and Christina discuss entrepreneurship and running seasonal businesses, and what it is like selling your business. Join us for an honest and real conversation about the ins and outs of both running and subsequently selling a business. 

On today's episode, we discuss some things we do throughout the holidays to make life a bit easier, the history of Black Friday and why it is such an important time for small businesses. Listen in for some laughs and sister banter to ease your day during this busy time! 

Today we are chatting with fashion and beauty influencer Meeghan Mullin. We discuss all things being an influencer, how she grew her following and our  collaboration styles that Meeghan designed! Listen in to get to know Meeghan, hear some beauty and fashion tips, where she looks for inspiration, and the very unexpected jobs she had before becoming an influencer full-time! 

On today's episode, we are chatting with Krista LeRay, Founder of viral needlepoint company, Penny Linn. Krista walks us through her career path and what lead her to start her multi-million dollar needlepoint business, what it was like on opening day at her flagship shop in Rowayton, CT and all of the ups and downs of running a booming startup. Listen in for an exciting announcement, too! 

On today's episode, grab a coffee and we'll play catch-up on all things Dudley season, our favorite styles dropping, our dream Dudley store that we hope to one day open, and getting ready for all of the holiday craziness.