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Nightmare Success In and OutFrom Prison to Popcorn: Emily O’Brien’s Comeback Snacks StoryWhat happens when your worst fear becomes your reality… and somehow becomes the launchpad for a popcorn empire?In this powerful episode of Nightmare Success In and Out, Brent Cassity sits down with Emily O’Brien, founder of Comeback Snacks, to unpack how a honors grad from Canada went from international development and corporate sales… to being groomed by a boyfriend, caught smuggling cocaine back from St. Lucia, and sentenced to four years in a Canadian prison.Emily shares the raw details of how quickly life can spin out of control, what it was like to be...
2025-12-0456 min
Inside the Wellspace: Women, Wellbeing, Wisdom with Cathy O'BrienFinancial Wellness for Women: How to Take Control of Your Money | Emily Green, EllevestIf the word money makes your shoulders tense, you’re not alone.For so many women—smart, capable, accomplished women—finances still feel confusing, stressful, or like something we “should” have figured out by now. Meanwhile, we’re juggling households, careers, kids, and responsibilities… but rarely stopping long enough to ask:“Am I actually financially well?”Emily Green, Head of Wealth Management at Ellevest, the women-focused investment platform founded by Sally Krawcheck, joins inside the Wellspace with Cathy O’Brien to explore what true financial wellness really means. Emily has spent her career helping wo...
2025-11-2650 min
Shit My Dad Taught MeEp 29 - John and Emily O'BrienEmily O’Brien’s story is a rare, raw example of redemption and resilience. At age 25, she was caught smuggling cocaine and was later convicted—receiving a four-year prison sentence.
During her time behind bars, something unexpected happened: she noticed popcorn was one of the few treats that brought people together in confinement. With limited spices—lemon pepper, dill—she began experimenting. That simple idea grew into Comeback Snacks, which she officially launched after her parole in 2018, with a mission to fight stigma, hire formerly incarcerated people, and build hope one bag of popcorn at a time.
Today...
2025-10-2354 min
The Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterPrison, Popcorn and the Reinvention of Emily O’Brien | Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterToday we talk to Emily O’Brien, founder of Comeback Snacks, a company she launched while serving time in federal prison for drug smuggling. And if that alone isn’t enough to get you to listen, I give up.Emily is raw, funny and vulnerable about the choices she made that landed her behind bars. She talks about the moment she saw her parents in the courtroom for the first time, the shame she carried, the strength she found, and the mindset shift that helped her recalibrate her life. Today, Comeback Snacks is carri...
2025-10-2145 min
the UNCOMMODiFiED Podcastthe COMEBACK: UNCORKED with EMILY O’BRIENWhat if the biggest transformation in your life didn't start with a clean slate, but with a criminal record?What if the thing meant to crush you became the very pressure that cracked you open and released something new—something powerful, something irresistible? In this UNCOMMODiFiED Podcast conversation, Tim Windsor sits down with Emily O’Brien to explore what it takes to reframe your worst moment into the best story you can write. Emily’s story. From being arrested at Pearson International Airport in Toronto, Canada, with over two kilos of cocaine to building Comeback Snacks...
2025-08-1536 min
Holy Confident Birth | Catholic Natural Birth, Holistic Motherhood, Birth and Postpartum For Catholic + Christian MomsSlowing Down & Finding Peace in Motherhood (with Emily Whalen) | Ep. 38In this week's episode, I’m joined by Emily Whalen - a wife, mom, content creator, and passionate voice for intentional and Christ-centered motherhood. Emily shares her journey from working in ministry to becoming a stay-at-home mom, and how her unmedicated birth experience led her to rethink the way she approaches the challenges of motherhood.We dive deep into cultural narratives that portray motherhood as a burden, the power of mindset, and why slow, present living is a radical act of faith in today’s fast-paced world. Emily talks about overstimulation, managing expectations, and how letting go of h...
2025-07-291h 06
Heal with God | Deliverance, Discernment, Healing with Prayer, Christian, Prophetic178| Declutter Anxiety with This 4-Word Healing with Prayer for Real Peace with Emily McDermottWhen anxiety fills your mind and heart, it can feel impossible to break free from the swirl of overwhelming thoughts. Today, I'm sharing a powerful, yet simple tool that helped me — and can help you too — stop anxious spirals and invite God's peace into the middle of the chaos. This conversation first aired on Moms Overcoming Overwhelm with Emily McDermott, and I'm honored to bring it here to encourage you. Inside, you'll discover how to use a 4-word healing prayer to shift your heart and mind back to God's presence, even on your hardest days. ✨ Here's...
2025-06-3032 min
See Hear LoveSeason 10 SOS Podcast Episode 4: One on One Interview with Emily O'BrienJoin Host Melinda Estabrooks in her one-on-one interview with Emily O'Brien, Founder and Creative Director of Comeback Snacks - a gourmet popcorn company I started in federal prison.
After getting mixed up with the wrong crowd and the wrong substances, Emily made the colossal mistake of attempting to import narcotics into Canada. She was sentenced to 4 years in prison, where she started Comeback Snacks with the purpose of creating a social enterprise that could also provide reintegration opportunities for the formerly incarcerated.
2025-06-2539 min
Heal with God | Deliverance, Discernment, Healing with Prayer, Christian, Prophetic173| The 1 Decision to Forgive the Unforgivable & Heal Betrayal Trauma Through Christian Prayer w/ Johnny & Emily SpigelmireForgiveness is hard. Forgiveness after betrayal? It can feel impossible. If you've ever said, "I forgave them… but I'm still hurting," or "I can't let go of what I did," you're not alone—and you're not broken. In this episode, I was honored to be a guest on Beyond Broken Vows with Emily & Johnny Spigelmire, where we talk about the deep work of forgiveness after betrayal, sexual sin, and shame. This isn't surface-level forgiveness. It's a deliverance path that brings real peace. We talk about why you still feel pain after forgiving, how to grie...
2025-05-2628 min
HyperLocal(s)Father Andru O'Brien. Practicing What You Preach and Finding Comfort in the New Pope Being a White Sox Fan.Open and honest, warm and approachable. Father O'Brien gives priests a great name. He has made such a positive imprint on our community, and we are sad to see him move on to his next assignment, as is the dedicated life of a priest. Listen as this Bloomington native turned nomadic priest talks rectory life, choosing to attend seminary and the low rate of graduates, what his parents thought of his life choice, keeping a line between being the "cool" priest and reverence, the new pope and the excitement that brings to the country and the faith, r...
2025-05-201h 13
Sisterhood in Faith: Sister Talk with Jenni O'BrienEpisode 10: With the Girls! Short Interview Elle O'BrienJoin host Jenni O'Brien interviewing Elle O'Brien on her feelings of her brother marrying Emily Moran.This episode will be a short and sweet quick interview with Elle O'Brien.God Bless and enjoy!Happy listening.Hugs, Jenni & Elle O'Brien and Emily Moranwww.sisterhoodinfaith.orgInstagram @sisterhoodinfaith2020Facebook @sisterhoodinfaithYoutube @sisterhoodinfaith Love Sisterhood in Faith
2025-05-1307 min
How To RelateThings I Heard While Dating with Emily O'BrienEmily O'Brien is a freelance writer and author of the book Things I Heard While Dating. This fun conversation includes our own dating stories, excerpts from the book, and lessons from the real world of dating. Have fun with this episode! Highly recommend listening with a friend and share your own dating stories.
00:35 How Emily Created 'Things I Heard While Dating'
02:34 Hilarious and Awkward Dating Stories
04:18 The Blueprint of Relationships
11:31 The Cool Girl Phenomenon
19:30 Speed Dating Adventures
26:33 Unbelievable Name Critique
27:06 Supporting Evidence for Name Dislike
28:32 Personal Stories and Reactions
30:15 Memorable and Awkward Compliments
31:45 Cyclist Stereotypes and Dating
33:07 Unexpected and Shockin...
2025-05-0848 min
The Human ChallengeEp 46 Emily O'Brien Makes A Comeback With Comeback Snacks!It's been 10 years since Emily O'Brien found herself in prison. "A lot of people think in prison that you have nothing," she says, "but if you reframe it as a place where you have everything, you can kind of create anything you want." Following that mindset, Emily created the idea for Comeback Snacks, Popcorn so good, it’s criminal, while incarcerated. In this episode of The Human Challenge, Emily shares her journey of incarceration, how she built Comeback Snacks to see 60% growth in 2024, and how she continues to find new opportunities for people with a history of incarceration. This in...
2025-04-1717 min
Between the Benches with RallSauceEpisode 111 Emily O'BrienWelcome back Beauty’s and Rockstars to another episode. This week we had on Emily O’Brien is the founder of Comeback Snacks, a gourmet popcorn company dedicated to second chances. After serving a four year prison term, she turned her experience into a mission to support reintegration and break the stigma around life after prison. Launched in 2018, Comeback Snacks employs and empowers formerly incarcerated individuals, proving that mistakes don’t define a person’s future. Emily is now a vocal advocate for prison reform and social change, using her story to inspire others. Through entrepreneurship and advocacy, she continues to show...
2025-04-0337 min
Power in HeelsComeback with Emily O'BrienOn this episode of Power in Heels, we are joined by the inspiring Emily O'Brien, the founder and CEO of Comeback Snacks.
Emily’s journey is one of resilience, creativity, and purpose. As a first-time offender, Emily found herself in prison, but instead of allowing her circumstances to define her, she saw an opportunity for growth and change, a simple, yet profound idea: popcorn.
In this episode, we’ll dive deep into Emily’s personal journey, the challenges she faced, and the incredible impact she’s making through her business. So grab your favorite snack, sit back, and take a listen...
2025-03-3123 minSisterhood in Faith: Sister Talk with Jenni O'BrienEpisode 7 : "A New Chapter: Emily Moran on Engagement, Love, Faith, and the Future"Episode 7 : "A New Chapter: Emily Moran on Engagement, Love, Faith, and the Future"In this heartfelt episode, host Jenni O'Brien welcomes a very special guest—Emily Moran, a newly engaged young woman and Jenni’s future daughter-in-law. Emily opens up about her love story with Conor—from their first connection —and how God has been a part of their journey all along. She shares her faith, friendship, and shared dreams together. She also reflects on her faith journey, the ways it has shaped her life, and how it continues to guide her in this new season. With warmth...
2025-03-2730 min
Homegirl Nation#56 Emily O'Brien | From Incarceration to Business InnovationHomegirl Nation is now available to stream on Amazon Music and Audible! Another avenue to find our 5 seasons and counting featuring powerful female voices across Canada just like this week's guest.Emily O’Brien was on a path that, from the outside, looked pretty typical. She graduated with honours, started a social media agency, and carved out her place in the world. But life has a way of throwing curveballs, and for Emily, one fateful trip changed everything. She found herself as a drug mule, incarcerated, facing the weight of her choices, and navigating a system that ra...
2025-03-2040 min
Create Art PodcastArt Meets Business: Elevate Your Presentations with Emily SchneiderTimothy Kimo Brien engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Emily Schneider, a specialist in visual storytelling and PowerPoint design. Their discussion reveals how traditional art principles can be effectively integrated into presentation design, transforming the way complex information is conveyed. Schneider articulates that the foundation of her work lies in understanding how audiences process visuals and information. By applying concepts such as color theory and layout strategies, she crafts presentations that not only captivate but also resonate with viewers on an emotional level. This approach reflects a deeper understanding of the human experience, emphasizing that effective communication transcends mere...
2025-02-1935 min
Heal with God | Deliverance, Discernment, Healing with Prayer, Christian, Prophetic143| Use the 5 B's Blueprint: Deliverance and Discernment to Break Strongholds of Overwhelm with Emily McDermottTired of feeling stuck in the cycle of overwhelm and clutter? Ever wonder why cleaning your space feels impossible, or how to regain control of your life? On this episode, we dive into the practical and spiritual side of managing your home and life with intention. Emily McDermott shares her wisdom on how to declutter not just your space but your mind and heart, helping you break free from the cycles that keep you feeling trapped. If you've ever struggled with keeping your home organized or wished for more peace and clarity, this episode is for you! Practical Systems...
2025-01-1336 min
OTTB on TapS2 E9: Chelsey O’Brien’s RRP Application Tips, UBie Updates & Advice for Niamh’s OTTB JourneyIn this episode of OTTB on Tap, we reconnect with Chelsey O’Brien, a standout trainer from our RRP Trainer Chronicles series. Chelsey shares what she and her Thoroughbred, UBie, have been up to since their incredible success at the Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) Thoroughbred Makeover, and she gives us an inside look at their post-Makeover goals.For anyone considering applying for the 2025 RRP Thoroughbred Makeover, this episode is packed with invaluable advice! Chelsey walks us through the application process, offering tips on how to craft a standout submission, prepare an engaging video, and demonstrate your commitment to...
2025-01-0958 min
Beyond Broken Vows | Christian Marriage, Adultery, Pornography Addiction, Sexual Betrayal, Intimacy83 | Is Your Soul at Risk From Porn-Addiction? Answering Tough Questions with Heather O'BrienOn today's show, we share our transformative journey from the deep struggles of pornography addiction and infidelity to healing and restoration. If you remember back on episode #75, we had a guest on our show who gave us some incredible insights on how to Heal with God, from heavy things like sexual betrayal, shame and unforgiveness.
Heather O’Brien is the host of the podcast Heal with God, and we were so blessed to have her on our show a couple months ago. We both gleaned some nuggets of truth that we have since implemented in our...
2024-12-0931 minBeyond Broken Vows | Christian Marriage, Adultery, Pornography Addiction, Sexual Betrayal, Intimacy83 | Is Your Soul at Risk From Porn-Addiction? Answering Tough Questions with Heather O'BrienOn today's show, we share our transformative journey from the deep struggles of pornography addiction and infidelity to healing and restoration. If you remember back on episode #75, we had a guest on our show who gave us some incredible insights on how to Heal with God, from heavy things like sexual betrayal, shame and unforgiveness.
Heather O’Brien is the host of the podcast Heal with God, and we were so blessed to have her on our show a couple months ago. We both gleaned some nuggets of truth that we have since implemented in our...
2024-12-0931 min
Women in Business - Let's talkWomen in Business with Emily o'Brien (Content Strategist)Today, we’re chatting with Emily O'Brien, a brand and content strategist who’s all about helping the third sector and small businesses showcase how they’re making a positive impact.
Emily shares her journey – from her education and career path to the big leap into freelance life two years ago. As a mum to a five-year-old daughter and three-year-old identical twins, Emily knows a thing or two about juggling a busy life while pursuing work she’s passionate about.
This episode is packed with real-life insights, relatable moments, and plenty...
2024-12-0431 min
Women Don't Do That (WDDT)Vault Episode 50: From Convict to Entrepreneur with Emily O’BrienWelcome to this Vault episode of WOMENdontDOthat, where we revisit a powerful and inspiring conversation with Emily O'Brien, the founder of Comeback Snacks. Emily’s journey from serving time at Grand Valley Women’s Institution to launching a successful gourmet popcorn business is nothing short of remarkable. In this episode, she shares her story of redemption, pitching her business on Dragon’s Den, and creating her YouTube series, Criminally Acclaimed. Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/womendontdothatRecommend guests: https://www.womendontdothat.com/Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/womendont...
2024-11-2844 min
Mission Critical with Lance ChungEmily O'Brien (Founder, Comeback Snacks): How a Stint in Jail Led to an Entrepreneurial Success StoryIn this episode, Lance sits down with Emily O’Brien, the inspiring founder of Comeback Snacks, whose entrepreneurial journey took root in an unexpected place: behind bars. From crafting gourmet popcorn flavours to driving meaningful change, Emily has turned a rocky past into a powerful platform for advocacy and second chances. Throughout their chat, Lance and Emily delve into her story of resilience and transformation, exploring how Comeback Snacks is not only breaking barriers in the snack industry but also leading efforts toward prison reform and reducing stigma around formerly incarcerated individuals. Listen as Emily shares insights on building a...
2024-10-3043 min
GFBS Interviews - AudioGFBS Interview: with District 42 North Dakota State Representative, Emily O'Brien - 10-28-2024District 42 North Dakota State Representative, Emily O'Brien is in the studio to discuss her campaign and the upcoming election on November 5th. For more info on Emily O’Brien, visit her website - https://www.emilyobrien.co/ - or Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/OBRIENDistrict42
Show is recorded at Grand Forks Best Source. For studio information, visit www.gfbestsource.com – Or message us at bit.ly/44meos1 – Help support GFBS at this donation link - https://bit.ly/3vjvzgX - Access past GFBS Interviews - https://gfbsinterviews.podbean.com/ #gfbs #gfbestsource.com #grandforksnd #interview #local #g...
2024-10-2848 min
The Second Degree with Emily MerrellNavigating the Legal Landscape for Entrepreneurs: A Conversation with Colynn O’Brien of Iluma Law FirmIn this episode of the Second Degree podcast, host Emily Merrell sits down with Colynn O’Brien, founder of Iluma Law Firm, to dive into the world of legal protection for entrepreneurs. Colynn shares her journey from big law to building a law firm tailored to supporting women-owned businesses. Whether you’re starting your business, wondering about contracts, or seeking to protect your brand, this episode offers approachable insights into the essential legal steps for business success.What You'll Learn:Colynn shares her transition from big law to founding Iluma Law Firm, with a focus on help...
2024-10-2430 min
ForksFrom Prison to Popcorn with Emily O’Brien, CEO of Comeback SnacksFrom Prison to Popcorn: The Inspiring Story of Emily O’Brien, CEO of Comeback SnacksIn this episode of Forks, we sit down with Emily O’Brien, the remarkable founder and CEO of Comeback Snacks, a gourmet popcorn company with a mission that goes far beyond snacks. Emily opens up about how she ended up with a four-year prison sentence and how she used that challenging experience as a turning point to create a business that helps formerly incarcerated individuals rebuild their lives.Emily’s journey is one of resilience, reinvention, and hope. In thi...
2024-10-2239 minBeyond Broken Vows | Christian Marriage, Adultery, Pornography Addiction, Sexual Betrayal, Intimacy75 | Heal With God From Sexual Betrayal, Shame, and Unforgiveness: feat. Heather O'BrienHave you ever wondered how to hear God speaking to you? When we have deep wounds such as betrayal trauma and sexual integrity issues, we can feel desperate to hear the voice of God. We want him to tell us what to do to get relief from the ever-present pain and anxiety we are experiencing to find freedom and healing.
Today we are so excited to share our interview with Heather O’Brien host of the top 5% globally ranked podcast, "Heal with God”. She gave us some incredible insights into what true forgiveness means and how t...
2024-10-1435 minBeyond Broken Vows | Christian Marriage, Adultery, Pornography Addiction, Sexual Betrayal, Intimacy75 | Heal With God From Sexual Betrayal, Shame, and Unforgiveness: feat. Heather O'BrienHave you ever wondered how to hear God speaking to you? When we have deep wounds such as betrayal trauma and sexual integrity issues, we can feel desperate to hear the voice of God. We want him to tell us what to do to get relief from the ever-present pain and anxiety we are experiencing to find freedom and healing.
Today we are so excited to share our interview with Heather O’Brien host of the top 5% globally ranked podcast, "Heal with God”. She gave us some incredible insights into what true forgiveness means and how t...
2024-10-1435 min
Lemons and PineapplesEpisode 19: How to Follow your Desires & Create the Life you Want with Emily-Jane SarroffSend a textHave you ever felt a deep pull to go in a different direction with your life or career?Do you have a secret desire to pursue something brand new but lack the courage to go for it?If you have a deep call for something more but don't quite know where to begin, this episode is for you.My guest, Emily-Jane Sarroff, shares how she made a major career U-turn just six months before completing her Masters degree in Architectural Design and how that HUGE decision enabled her...
2024-09-2727 min
Avant GardenersJustin O'Brien // Community Gardens, Camden floods, Bee Keeping, Mulch Trolls and Champion PumpkinsJustin O'Brien was one of those in the online gardening world that welcomed and embraced us. So it's an absolute treat to get the man himself behind the microphone to chat all things gardening. Perhaps better known as his Instagram alias of Urban Farmer, Justin O'Brien has been gardening in some form since he was a kid, and was an active member of the Camden Community Garden for nearly a decade, seeing it through the floods of 2022., Justin and his wife Chantelle purchased their current home nearly 3 years ago, and Justin documents the garden transformation, sharing plenty...
2024-09-1744 min
Heal with God | Deliverance, Discernment, Healing with Prayer, Christian, Prophetic122| Heal from Betrayal: Overcome Trauma with Emily & Johnny SpigelmireHealing from heartache is a story we all have in some sort or fashion. When the heartache comes from romantic relationships, especially spouses, that can be super challenging to heal from, right? I had the pleasure of interviewing Emily & Johnny Spigelmire who specializes in helping Christian couples stay married after porn-fueled infidelity. During the interview, Emily shares her side of the healing as a wife of 31 years who was unaware of her husbands sex addiction to porn that led to extramarital affairs. And, Johnny shares his difficult story as a leader in his church confessing to his sin and how...
2024-09-1731 min
Under the Oak: An Acorn School PodcastInterview with Emily O'BrienIn this episode, Star & Emilirose sit down with Emily O’Brien, Acorn School’s Charlotte Mason-inspired teacher. Together, they dive deep into Emily’s journey to becoming a homeschooling mother, along with discussing the key principles of the Charlotte Mason philosophy and how it aligns (and differs) with other educational methods like Waldorf. In this episode you’ll hear:How Charlotte-Mason and Waldorf philosophies overlap and what led to Acorn School’s Charlotte-Mason inspired classThe impact of homeschooling on Emily’s familyEmily’s journey to finding Acorn School& much more!Mentioned in this episode...
2024-09-161h 32
Especially Organized: Sensible Solutions for Special Needs Moms26 | Creating Harmony At Home: Insights on KonMari and Feng Shui with Emily Fae26 | Creating Harmony At Home: Insights on KonMari and Feng Shui with Emily Fae
Ever felt overwhelmed by the clutter in your home and its impact on your mental health? I know how that feels. That's why I've brought Emily Fae, an expert in the KonMari method and Feng Shui, on the podcast to shed light on the matter. Emily, diagnosed with Autism and ADHD, has utilized these principles to bring harmony and balance into her life along with her children who also have ADHD. She believes organizing your space can significantly affect your mental...
2024-08-2756 minLemons and PineapplesEpisode 12: How to Budget your Energy and Change your Life with Emily SteinesSend a textDo you feel drained, but can't quite figure out why?Are you walking through your life simply reacting to everything that's happening around you?In this episode of the podcast my guest, holistic health expert Emily Steines, shares how to budget your energy so you can reconnect with yourself, feel better and improve your quality of life.Episode highlights:Identifying your energy givers and energy suckersHow to connect with your body and really listen to what it has to tell youChallenging your beliefs...
2024-08-2646 min
Move Local PodcastComeback Snacks with Emily O'Brien |096On this episode we sit down with Emily O'Brien the founder of Comeback Snacks! Popcorn so good its criminal. Which if you tune into this episode you will hear about how Emily when from being incarcerated to running a successful business that supplies popcorn to places like Madison Square Garden and Scotiabank Arena.
This story is filled with overcoming adversity and how to grow a successful business.
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2024-08-1231 min
Fearless Entrepreneurs PodcastEmily O’Brien: Comeback Kid from PrisonHey, it's Cindy, send me a text, get in touch![FOOD] #01: In the inaugural episode of the Fearless Entrepreneurs Podcast, host Cindy Chang interviews Emily O'Brien about her incredible journey to starting Comeback Snacks, a gourmet popcorn company, FROM PRISON. Learn how a single youthful mistake led to a four-year prison sentence, and how Emily transformed her challenges into opportunities, building a thriving business and becoming an advocate for inmate reintegration programs. Discover her inspiring story of resilience, redemption, and entrepreneurial spirit.Follow Emily on IG: @Emz.obrien + @ComeBackSnacks Come Back Snacks w...
2024-07-0132 min
Maverick MakersEmily O'Brien: There Are Always Second ChancesJoin us on the Maverick Makers Podcast for an inspiring conversation with Emily O’Brien, the founder of Comeback Snacks! 🍿 Emily’s journey from a four-year jail term to becoming a successful entrepreneur is nothing short of remarkable. Using her time in prison to develop unique popcorn flavors, she launched Comeback Snacks, a brand that challenges the status quo with high-quality, health-conscious ingredients.In this episode, we chat about:
Emily’s transformative journey and the founding of Comeback Snacks.
Her mission to remove the stigma surrounding people with prior convictions.
Emily’s dedication to reintegration through training, e...
2024-05-3026 min
Ready Set Coach PodcastLegal Advice for Coaches with Colynn O'Brien of Iluma Law FirmThis week, listeners will hear another guest episode with Colynn O’Brien, founding attorney at Iluma Law Firm and Business Coach. Colynn started her law firm for female founders in 2021 after identifying a gap in the industry for legal support for females. Colynn has been integrated with Ready Set Coach in many ways. Beyond completing the Ready Set Coach program herself, Em and Lex discuss how they, in turn, hired Colynn to help them get Ready Set Coach trademarked. They review different aspects of coaching where legal support is needed and where to get started if the category feels ov...
2024-03-2036 min
The Vendor Table - A Wedding and Photography Podcast#43: Should you hire a Content Creator for your Wedding Day? (with Emily Cline)Lauren & Mike are back with a guest! We are joined by NYC Wedding Day Content Creator, Emily Cline in the studio to chat all about the hottest topic in the wedding industry. Wedding Day Content Creation has taken the industry by storm and has definitely ruffled feathers along the way. Is it here to stay? Are they going to replace Wedding Photographers & Videographers? We chat all about the hot button topics on an extra long episode.
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2024-02-2058 min
Heal with God | Deliverance, Discernment, Healing with Prayer, Christian, Prophetic85 | Breakthrough Healing: Heal Trauma & Depression by Hearing God's Voice with Emily LovellEmily Lovell is a guest on the podcast today sharing her story of Jesus setting her free from: meth addiction, alcohol addiction, sexual perversions, theft, self-image & worth struggles, suicidal thoughts, & paranormal activity where she would receive scratches & cuts that burned like fire that appeared out of nowhere! I have had the honor of walking with Emily for the last couple of years in her freedom story with Jesus! I actually shared some testimonies of her journey to freedom in my book, "No Fear Allowed." Today, she is ready to share her testimony with the world so that others can know...
2024-01-2938 min
The Marketing Freelancer: Unicorns Unite#191 Curriculum Design for Course Creator Clients with Cat O’BrienThe eLearning market is expected to hit $400 billion by 2026. So this is a huge opportunity for us freelancers to support clients who are tapping into this digital source of revenue. There's an art to designing and writing a course where students get through to the finish line and have success. And we can be a part of that success as a digital marketing assistant when we understand how people learn and how they consume digital products and how things can be set up. My guest is Cat O'Brien, and she's going to teach us how we can help ou...
2024-01-231h 02
The Women Of Ill ReputeEmily O'Brien: Comeback KidWhen she was 26, Emily O’Brien, a promising young woman (as they say) from Hamilton, Ontario made a really bad judgment call, and was sentenced to 4 years in prison for drug smuggling. That could have been the end of her story, as it is for so many, but Emily, given lemons, decided to turn them into lemon (and pepper and dill) flavoured popcorn.While still incarcerated, Emily started Comeback Snacks, a gourmet popcorn business that allowed her to not only reinvent her own life, but those of some of her fellow inmates.Not only does Comeback Snacks of...
2024-01-2335 min
Below The Surface at The NoWGuiding Others to Show Up with Confidence & Curiosity, Emily ShainGrowing up in California as an only child, in a multi-generational household, Emily found herself in curious conversations from an early age. She found her way to the arts early on and that path of artistic curiosity would eventually lead her to the work she does today as a professional actor, teacher and coach. Emily shares how her parents, her grandmother Anne and best friend Ali have been some of the biggest influences in her life along with the free range, unstructured summer camp she attended as a child. Let's dive deep and learn more about Emily and her j...
2023-10-1337 min
Rain or Shine | Marketing & Entrepreneurship Podcast305 From Prison to Popcorn Business Success: How Emily O'Brien (Comeback Snacks) Beat The OddsEmily O'Brien is the founder of Comeback Snacks, a popcorn and snacking company that she created from Prison!Her business was born out of a vision to give a chance at a 'comeback' to people who found themselves in prison, looking for a second chance.Emily landed in jail after trying to smuggle drugs across the border at the request of her boyfriend, a decision she knew she was uncomfortable with. Tune in to hear her story of redemption, and giving others a second c...
2023-09-1236 min
The UpLevel PodcastFrom Prison Bars to Popcorn Stars: Emily O'Brien's Path from Prison to Profitable BusinessSend us a textFrom prison bars to popcorn stars, this week’s guest on The UpLevel Podcast, Emily O'Brien, defies the odds as she turns her addictive past into a recipe for success, fighting to eliminate stigma and create second chances through her social enterprise, Comeback Snacks.Emily is an embodiment of transformative potential and entrepreneurship. Her trajectory is a heartfelt tale of courage and diligence. While in prison, she discovered an innovative take on popcorn seasoning, sowing the seeds of Comeback Snacks. Nurturing her project through handwritten letters and personal connections, Emi...
2023-08-0220 min
The Sensible FoodieSecond Chances and Comeback Snacks with Emily O'BrienThe resilient can make lemonade from lemons and Emily O'Brien can make second chances from popcorn. Emily O'Brien is the creator of Comeback Snacks. Emily pops by The Sensible Foodie and shares about her life journey that landed her in federal prison but ultimately inspired her popcorn empire that is giving the formerly incarcerated a second chance at life. Emily shares the realities faced by those in prison, the stigmas that lead to unhelpful cycles in our systems all while peppering in some fantastic food puns. This is an episode you definately don't want to miss!
2023-07-2726 minThe Marketing Freelancer: Unicorns Unite#164 4 Types of Social Media Content You Need to Create with Sydney O’BrienContent Marketing Series #7 Sponsored by the UDMA's Tool Kit: How would you like all the best techie and AI tools and recommended software to use in your marketing services and DMA Business all in one easy place? Grab it here for just $7.99. Ever feel like you're stuck in a never-ending loop when it comes to social media? You know the drill: post every day, engage with your audience, and watch your business thrive. But despite all your efforts, the results just aren't rolling in. The constant scrolling, liking, and commenting can be downright dra...
2023-06-2744 min
Accounting for Our Community PodcastFrom Passion to Impact: Building a Successful Social Enterprise Podcast with: Emily O’Brien CEO and Founder of Comeback SnacksAt SB Partners, we understand the importance of creating a business with social objectives. In this episode, we'll discuss how to create a successful social enterprise with CEO and Founder of Comeback Snacks, Emily O’Brien.Curious to learn about starting your own social enterprise? Tune in to learn about Emily’s story and the best ways to get started!
2023-06-0614 min
The Brand is FemaleEmily O'Brien | Founder, Comeback Snacks | Popcorn with a MissionThis week, on the podcast, host Eva Hartling speaks with Emily O’Brien, founder of Comeback Snacks. Emily’s unlikely journey into the popcorn business began in 2018 while serving time at a federal prison for drug smuggling. Despite being behind bars, she managed to produce a product and support its launch, making it a successful business. Emily transformed an obstacle into an opportunity. The idea for a popcorn brand came to her while watching the 2018 Super Bowl when she was enjoying the flavoured popcorn her fellow inmates had created. Emily used her network outside of prison to conduct market rese...
2023-05-0238 min
The Reconnected Momma023: Dr. Emily Jacobs on Taking Responsibility for How You Show Up, Living Your Life for You and How to Set BoundariesWith over 20 years of experience as a critical care nurse (40,000 clinical hours), Dr. Emily Jacobs became a clinical expert dedicated to personal and professional development, holistic nursing, and mentorship. She held a variety of positions in the hospital setting and completed that chapter as the Director of Corporate Nursing Education at a major hospital system in southeast Michigan. Unfortunately, she saw the healthcare system turning more and more toxic, allowing bullying, diminishing accountability, and not hearing or valuing their employees. It was time for a BOLD change.
As a board certified coach, she started her own private...
2023-01-2650 min
Its My Time PodcastEmily O'Brien - Comeback Snacks | Its My Time Podcast #132Emily O'Brien is a daughter and founder of Comeback Snacks. Our conversation is focused who Emily is and was before creating Comeback Snacks. The journey continues as Emily and her team make a bigger impact with food and incarceration awareness.
Contact/ Follow Emily O'Brien
Email: emily@comebacksnacks.com
IG: @comebacksnacks
Website: comebacksnacks.com
2022-11-2224 min
Save Her Seat | Females Who Side HustleFrom Prison to Popcorn Business ft. Emily O'Brien of Comeback SnacksWe saved a seat for Emily O'Brien the founder of Comeback Snacks, a business that 'popped' into her mind while serving a prison sentence. The idea was built from bringing inmates together with popcorn and being aware of the challenges they would later face. Comeback Snacks is on a mission to raise awareness for second chances.Emily opens up about pushing through the tough times, creating a mindset to succeed and attaching impact to her business. FOLLOW @comebacksnacks SHOP...
2022-11-031h 00
This Commerce LifeSocial Media Marketer, formerly incarcerated, to Entrepreneur. Emily O'Brien talks about Comeback SnacksComeback Snacks, Emily O’Brien’s evolution from convict to entrepreneur is a story about lessons learned, resilience, determination, forgiveness and how to take a bad situation and turn it into endless positive opportunities.She talks about taking a bad situation, turning this into an opportunity, and creating a social enterprise that could also provide reintegration opportunities for the formerly incarcerated. Connect with Emily here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-o-brien-b628a4132/Shop Comeback Snacks here: https://comebacksnacks.com/
2022-10-1850 min
Buzz WorthyS2 E4 Making a Comeback with Emily O'Brien from Comeback SnacksEmily O’Brien is the founder of Comeback Snacks- a popcorn company that changes the status quo. A formerly incarcerated individual, Emily made it her mission create a platform to fight for fair chances of those that have been impacted by the justice system-and it all started with popcorn. The recognition of her efforts led her to being awarded with the Queens Platinum Jubilee Community Service Award from the House of Commons and the Entrepreneur of the Year Award in 2022, as well as the Woman of Distinction Award in 2020 from the YWCA.Comeback Snacks mission is to de...
2022-10-1746 min
The UFFDA! Podcastw/Special Guest Dr. Jill O'BrienThis episode of The UFFDA! Podcast features special guest Dr. Jill O'Brien. Dr. O'Brien is a physical therapist in La Crosse, WI who specializes in pelvic health for both men and women, performance, and being an awesome human!
Check out the episode for more on pelvic health, breathing and core mechanics, and so much more!
For more information about Dr. O'Brien, check out her website: https://www.obrienphysicaltherapy.net/
2022-10-0348 min
Grief & HappinessThe Importance of End-Of-Life Planning with Jennifer O’BrienDo you and your family members have a plan for what steps to take when one of you passes away?In this episode together, I am joined by the wonderful Jennifer O’Brien. After her husband Bob passed away - who was a Palliative Care and Hospice physician - Jennifer published The Hospice Doctor’s Widow: A Journal, a book which details her journey going through grief from when Bob was diagnosed with metastatic cancer to when he passed away. The Hospice Doctor’s Widow: A Journal is an art journal that reads like you are talkin...
2022-09-1337 min
People Business w/ O'Brien McMahonTraining First Time Leaders w/ Emily TsitrianEmily Tsitrian is the author of Make Me the Boss: Surviving as a Millennial Manager in the Corporate World and coach to new managers experiencing the pressures of leadership for the first time. Mentioned in this Episode:Emily’s Manager.Flow PodcastEmily on LinkedInExtreme Ownership By Jocko WillinkThe Dichotomy of Leadership by Jocko WillinkSaving Private Ryan: Gripes go up, not downCoach Carter: What is your greatest fear?Time Codes:(4:25) - What prompted you to write a book?(6:35) - What are the biggest misconceptions from first-time leaders in organizations?(9:30) - What cha...
2022-08-091h 05
Day 1 PodcastEP53 // A Fertility Story: Giving purpose to tragedy with Michelle O'BrienTrigger Warning: LATE TERM PREGNANCY LOSS
What a beautiful and deep episode this one is. Michelle O’Brien, founder of Aiyana Nutrition joins Emily to share her heart wrenching story of the birth and loss of her first daughter, Harper. Michelle is so strong in her ability to share this story and through the conversation you hear how this life altering moment has shaped her decisions and has played a role in the development of Aiyana
Following Harper’s passing, Michelle has learned to navigate her family’s tragic loss through movement, mindfulness, and nutrition. It is...
2022-06-1443 min
The Sensual RevolutionEp 21: Challenging Stigma & Re-Empowerment After Incarceration ft. Emily O'BrienEmily O’Brien is an entrepreneur and the founder of Comeback Snacks—a specialty popcorn company that challenges the status quo. After being sentenced to a four-year jail term stemming from her battle with addiction, Emily set out on the mission to get clean, transform herself, and make her time in jail as meaningful as possible. Aware of the hardships of being incarcerated, Emily is driven to help remove the stigma surrounding people with prior convictions, as well as give them opportunities for reintegration through training, empowerment and education. As a leading voice in this unique movement, Emily has been...
2022-01-2651 min
Once Upon A Time: A Storytelling Podcast"Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief" with Alison O'BrienDemigods. Danger. Dauntlessness. In our last episode of Season Three, join repeat guest host, Alison O’Brien, as she retells the story of Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief! Thank you all for listening to this season of stories that may help you reexamine the meaning of "home!"Show Linktree: https://linktr.ee/onceuponatimepod Guest Host: Alison O’BrienInstagram: @alisonodotcoProjects: Hive Episode 1: Pilot , Chekhov, Chekhov, and More Checkhov | Jakespeare VTC , Resources:The Lightning Thief...
2022-01-071h 01
Duty to ReportEpisode 9 - From Prisoner to Popcorn - Former offender turned entrepreneur speaks out - Emily O'Brien(For the full interview you can find it on my YouTube channel Duty to Report Podcast
@ https://youtu.be/D3DsCpqOfF0
In this episode I interview Emily O'Brien, a young woman who was a former Provincial and Federal jail offender.
Emily had attempted to smuggle drugs across the border, and was caught. She served her time, paid her dues, though a four year sentence. During her time in custody, Emily decided she had to change things around, and took ownership of her life and situation.
Emily decided to begin her own bus...
2021-12-1944 min
Working MummaMeal planning for busy families with Nutritionist Emily ZilicManaging the juggle of career and motherhood has its challenges and having a nutritious meal that our kids will actually eat is a whole challenge itself. It can be stressful working out what to eat with children each night.
In this episode, I speak with Nutritionist Emily Zilic where she shares strategies, tips, and advice on meal planning and preparation.
Emily Zilic is a Nutritionist, wellbeing advisor, financial professional, mama and former competitive athlete. She works with busy families and individuals and corporate organisations who want to transform the way they eat, feel and live...
2021-11-2452 min
Second ChanceCocaine trafficker to Popcorn Entrepreneur - Emily O’BrienAfter being caught attempting to smuggle cocaine from St lucia to Canada, Emily O’Brien was sentenced to four years in a federal prison. Determined to make the best out of a negative situation, she created Comeback Snacks while serving her sentence: a company that was inspired by her fellow inmates’ love for popcorn and their specific flavouring choices for the snack. By being able to map out a new life for herself while still incarcerated, Emily is now passionate about inspiring others to turn their lives around in the same way.SO...
2021-09-0152 minSecond ChanceCocaine trafficker to Popcorn Entrepreneur - Emily O’BrienAfter being caught attempting to smuggle cocaine from St lucia to Canada, Emily O’Brien was sentenced to four years in a federal prison. Determined to make the best out of a negative situation, she created Comeback Snacks while serving her sentence: a company that was inspired by her fellow inmates’ love for popcorn and their specific flavouring choices for the snack. By being able to map out a new life for herself while still incarcerated, Emily is now passionate about inspiring others to turn their lives around in the same way.SO...
2021-09-0152 min
Half A Star PodcastEpisode 8 - Emily O'Brien, The Comeback KidOn this very special episode of Half a Star, Justin and Ben are joined by Hamilton entrepreneur Emily O’Brien! Emily is the owner and operator of a snack company called Comeback Snacks, and they distribute delicious popcorn across Canada. Why is it called “Comeback Snacks” you maybe wondering? Because wow, wow, wow - Emily’s tale is less of a half a star story, and more of a comeback story. Listeners, this episode explores some heavy topics including eating disorders, substance abuse, and Canada’s criminal justice system - but through these challenging subjects, Emily shares an incredibly uplifting...
2021-08-2730 min
The SHEvolve PodcastEp. 27: Emily O'Brien - From Convict To Social EntrepreneurBattling back from addiction and a Federal sentence for drug smuggling to building a booming social enterprise, Comeback Snacks (@comebacksnacks), Emily O’Brien’s (@emz.obrien) evolution from convict to entrepreneur is a story about lessons learned, resilience, determination, forgiveness and how to take a bad situation and turn it into endless positive opportunities.
On Today's episode, we got to unpack Emily's story, and we talked about:
⚡️ How she turned such a negative time in her life into something positive
⚡️Her process of starting a biz behind bars
⚡️Her mental health and attitude...
2021-08-1042 min
How'd She Do That?55. Angela O'Brien: Founder of CleobellaOn this episode of How'd She Do That? Emily welcomes Angela O'Brien, founder of Cleobella, onto the show!
Angela was raised in Huntington Beach in Southern California, and so was Cleobella, but the inspiration and reach of the brand is worldwide. Angela's travels with her husband to southeast Asia and around the world inspired the fashion and beauty behind Cleobella's dresses and other products. All of their designs are ethically and sustainably handmade and preserve the traditional heritage techniques of their artisans, who are from Indonesia, India, and beyond.
Angela began her career in modeling...
2021-07-1350 min
RESILIENT PEOPLEEmily O'Brien of Comeback SnacksEmily O'Brien made one bad decision that landed her in prison. While spending time with other inmates watching television and making popcorn, Emily also developed a business idea. A gourmet popcorn company called, Comeback Snacks. It not only satisfies cravings but also helps former inmates by giving them a second chance - a comeback. Emily chatted with Janet Fanaki, the host of RESILIENT PEOPLE about her experience and why this purpose is so important to her. To learn more visit www.comebacksnacks.com and on socials @comebacksnacks.For more interviews with EXTRAordinary people ad...
2021-06-2425 min
I'm Curious with Ashley AstiThe Comeback with Emily O'BrienEmily O’Brien never planned to become a drug mule. As she says, “It started with a romantic connection, and it happened fast.” In the midst of running her own social media company in Toronto and struggling with addiction, Emily found herself, at the urging of the guy she was dating, on a plane from St. Lucia back to Canada with 2 kilograms of cocaine strapped to her body. When she got caught, she never imagined prison. But it was in prison that she envisioned her comeback: without internet access or the ability to market test, she started a popcorn compan...
2021-05-0953 min
DISRUPT with Ravi Ravindran#028 - Emily O’Brien // Cons and KernelsUnsuccessful drug mule. Federal prison survivor. Advocate for second chances and founder of Cons and Kernels.
A former inmate at Kitchener's federal prison, Emily is using a new business as a platform to talk about how easy it is for women to get dragged into the illegal drug trade. Emily O'Brien landed in Grand Valley Institution for Women early in 2018 after she and her partner were caught bringing drugs into the country.
Popcorn so good, it's criminal.
We broke the law, but we fix good snacks! ...
2021-04-1954 min
The Teresa Harding PodcastEscalating with Emily O'BrienYou have never seen or heard ANYTHING like Emily O'Brien. And BOY does she have a story to tell! After being sentenced to a four-year jail term stemming from her battle with addiction, Emily set out on the mission to get clean, transform herself, and make her time in jail as meaningful as possible. Emily O’Brien is an entrepreneur and the founder of Comeback Snacks—a specialty popcorn company that challenges the status quo. Having fostered an entrepreneurial career before her sentence, Emily birthed the idea for Comeback Snacks (formerly ‘Cons and Kernels’)—a popcorn br...
2021-04-1238 min
The Late Night SnackEp. 6 - The Thick, Meaty, Juicy Burger ft. Emily BeidlerWelcome back to the Late Night Snack! In this episode, we have our first guest, our best friend, Emily Beidler! We have Emily weigh in on her favorite late night snack, high school drama, burritos and bitcoin.We want to hear from YOU! Send us your favorite news story, voicemail, or anything else email us at latenightsnack.thepodcast@gmail.comFollow Us:https://www.instagram.com/latenightsnackpod/https://www.tiktok.com/@latenightsnackpod?https://www.instagram.com/yoitsdawson/https://www.instagram.com/maddie.sebestyen/
2021-04-0130 min
Well, Now What?!56. Emily O'Brien - Starting A Popcorn Business While In Prison (Founder of Comeback Snacks!)Happy International Women's Day! What better guest to have on other than Emily O'Brien!
From being manipulated to smuggle drugs to turning her life around by starting her own business, Emily O’Brien’s story will spark inspiration in just about anyone that comes across it. While still in incarceration, the idea for a business that combines “prison and purpose” struck her. And that’s how Comeback Snacks was born. Emily’s Comeback Snacks expands far beyond just gourmet popcorn, it is more so about second chances and equal opportunities. Comeback Snacks provides reintegration opportunities and second chances for...
2021-03-0827 min
Can't HangEmily O'BrienThis week on Can’t Hang, I hang with Emily O’Brien, a former convict who has taken her creativity and entrepreneurial nature and shifted it towards her social enterprise, Comeback Snacks. We speak about how she landed in prison in 2018, the power of family in tough situations and how she is using her company to help those in need of a second chance. With such an incredible story, it was such a treat to speak with Emily and hear about all the good she is doing.
2021-02-1138 min
The ShowGame PodcastAidan Kelly and Emily O'Brien react to WUGC cancellationSean finishes the series of reaction to WFDF’s decision to cancel WUGC by speaking to Aidan Kelly, ShowGame contributor and Ireland mixed player, and Emily O’Brien from the Irish women’s team. They talked about their views on the tournament not happening and about how things might be going in Ireland in 2021.
RUNDOWN
Worlds is off. How do you feel about it? (1:14)
The IFDA announced beforehand that Irish teams wouldn’t be going, how did that change your feelings when WFDF made their announcement? (4:10)
WUGC wasn’t the only thing that...
2021-01-2921 min
That's So ChronicEmily Spink & Crohn's DiseaseHi! Welcome to That’s So Chronic. Today I am chatting with Emily Spink all about Crohn’s Disease. Emily was diagnosed in 2014, and since then she has done some incredible things! In this episode Emily talks us through her journey to a diagnosis, what it’s like to volunteer for Camp Purple - a camp for young people living with Inflammatory Bowel Disease run by Crohn’s and Colitis NZ, and she tells us all about her experience of a lifetime... Driving a rickshaw with two fellow Crohnies across the length of India raising money fo...
2021-01-1844 min
Ivory Tower Boiler Room(Part Two) Sing We and Chaunt It: Continuing our Conversation with Emily O'BrienEmily's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVs255F4L2jYlSyW5citKQw Emily's Website: https://www.emilysdomain.org/Recorderland/
Emily's Suggestion for Looking Up Music: https://imslp.org/wiki/Main_Page Side. (Music Credit: "Tant Que Vivray" and "Blackberry Blossom" (Emily O'Brien and Michael O'Brien, you can find these on Emily's album "Songs from Home"). (Adam's humorous note: Andrew totally gave me side-eye when I mentioned needing to sword-fight in order to do musical theater. So here’s a frigging list of musicals that contain sword-fights. There’s only about a half-a-dozen prominent ones, but they’re PRETTY prominent. So tak...
2021-01-181h 16Ivory Tower Boiler RoomSing We and Chaunt It: A Conversation with Emily O'Brien (Professional Recorder Player)Emily O’Brien is a native of Washington, DC where she played recorder from a young age. She studied recorder and french horn at Boston University, and recorder and Baroque flute at the Hochschule für Musik in Karlsruhe, Germany. She performs in recorder ensembles and historical chamber music, as well as English Country Dance bands. As a teacher, she works with private students and ensembles in the Boston area as well as teaching at various summer workshop such as CDSS’s Early Music Week at Pinewoods and Amherst Early Music Festival. Emily’s solo album, “Fantasies for a Modern Recorder”...
2021-01-0657 min
Live Well with EmilyIntro to Kapha DoshaThis is the first of a mini three-part series where I go over each Ayurvedic dosha type-- something that will probably come up time and again on this podcast!. This episode introduces the basics of Kapha dosha, or the earth and water elements within the body and world. There is so much more to be said and learned here, but this will give you a foundational understanding to build off of. <3
Love,
Emily
Questions? Send them over to hello@emilyobrienwellness.com
Website: www.emilyobrienwellness...
2021-01-0514 min
Drop The Mic with Jason Hunt045 | From Incarceration to Incorporation - with Emily O'BrienEmily O’Brien is the Founder and Creative Director of Comeback Snacks, a gourmet popcorn company that she started from within Federal Prison. Yes, you heard that right!
We are very excited to have Emily on the show today, she has an incredible story and is an amazing Entrepreneur who will be sharing her journey with us today, as well as some helpful advice for current and future business owners looking to achieve the kind of success she has. My hope for today is that you’re able to reframe whatever roadblocks you’re experiencing as all part o...
2020-12-0834 min
The Sean Lowery ShowThe Sean Lowery Show - Ep63 - Convict to Entrepreneur Emily O'BrienListen to this amazing comeback from drug addiction, to drug smuggling, to prison, to success, to social entrepreneurship...Emily O'Brien has a story for you. She's a true #Contrepreneur!
Emily O'Brien's story is straight from a Hollywood Movie! A trip to St. Lucia with a co-worker she was "seeing" for a few months changes her life for the worst and but then the better!
Check out the 'Comeback Snacks' Website: https://www.comebacksnacks.com/
Emily O’Brien is the founder of Comeback Snacks popcorn company. It all started when she went to prison. Before, Emily was an entrepreneur and social me...
2020-10-061h 00
Create CommunityCommunity in Prison with Emily O'BrienEmily O'Brien is the Founder of Comeback Snacks, a gourmet popcorn company that she started in federal prison. Yes, you read that correctly.
After getting mixed up with the wrong crowd and the wrong substances, Emily made a colossal mistake and was sentenced to 4 years in prison. She started her company with the goal of creating a social enterprise that could provide reintegration opportunities for other ex-offenders.
As Emily shares her story, she reflects on the role community played in her journey before, during and after prison.
Episode Notes: https://www.createcommunitypod.com/e...
2020-09-1536 min
The Papaya PodcastThe One About Prison & Popcorn With Emily O’BrienJust a couple of years ago, Hamilton, Ontario native Emily O'Brien spent 7 months in prison after being arrested at Pearson Airport for drug importation. Her story of how she got there and her journey since is truly captivating. But wait, popcorn? Find out how Emily grew a brand from prison, hiring other convicts as employees. Her popcorn company is called Comeback Snacks but the company is only a fraction of her overall story or her mission in this world. Emily recently won a Women of Distinction award, as well as mentors, speaks at schools and t...
2020-08-3133 min
Bridging the Social Distance87 Emily O'Brien (Comeback Snacks)For this episode I interview Emily O'Brien, the Founder and Creative Director of Comeback Snacks - a gourmet popcorn company Emily started in federal prison.Comeback Snacks provides reintegration opportunities and second chances for people who have difficulty finding meaningful employment opportunities when they are released from prison. Today we talk about Emily's journey from her arrest and her time incarcerated, through her entrepreneurial journey and success in developing her business. Emily sought every opportunity to grow and learn during her time incarcerated, and understands the opportunities isolation, freedom from social media, and time with yourself can pr...
2020-08-1459 minWomen Don't Do That (WDDT)From convict to entrepreneur with Emily O’Brien Ep. 50Emily O’Brien is the founder of Comeback Snacks, a gourmet popcorn company inspired by snacks she made while serving 10 months at Grand Valley Women’s Institution for smuggling drugs into Canada. Emily was released on parole at the end of 2018 and went on to pitch her business to Dragon’s Den and launch a YouTube series called Criminally Acclaimed.Stephanie talks to Emily about the realities of the judicial system, what lessons she learned, and what needs to change. We also discuss reintegration, resilience and entrepreneurship. Emily has an incredible story, prepare to learn and to be ins...
2020-08-0544 min
Punk Rock HRThe Comeback from a Setback with Emily O'BrienPunk Rock HR Episode 112:So, what does a Canadian millennial entrepreneur know about making a comeback? This week's guest, Emily O'Brien, founder of Comeback Snacks, is going to tell us. In today's episode, Emily opens up about her journey from a sales professional at a global corporation to an entrepreneur, to a convicted felon, and then back again to an entrepreneur. She is someone who is trying to give back, make amends, and help her community. Many motivational professionals like to say the setback is a setup for the comeback. And often, it so...
2020-06-0826 min
Stigma Podcast - Mental Health#45 - Starting a Business From Prison with Emily O'Brien Founder of Comeback Snacks“I launched a Company While Serving Time for Coke Smuggling” – Emily O’Brien I’m so inspired by our conversation with Emily O’Brien. Emily is a keynote speaker, entrepreneur, consultant and convict. Emily is an entrepreneur, who started her current business from prison. She overcame far more than most entrepreneurs have to deal with, to start her business. She is the founder of Comeback Snacks where the website proudly proclaims, “We broke the law, but we fix good snacks!” In this episode, Emily talks about why she went to prison, how her perspective on life changed during...
2020-05-2037 min
felony inc podcast#97 The Popcorn Queen Continues to Expand - Emily O'Brien, Cons N KernelsA return guest, Emily O'Brien has pivoted her Canadian business since the last show to be called ComebackSnacks.com. Her women-owned business hires ex-felons, is a social enterprise and she's working to get other businesses to change their social policies. In this particular pandemic, Emily's business is lucky in the fact they produce food so they have remained open. However, adjustments are being made, including free deliveries. Their stores are located with other grocery stores which has kept their doors open. All employees have been kept on payroll so far,. She credits her time in prison as teaching her to...
2020-04-0900 min
Happiness Happens060 - Building a Business from the Inside with Emily O'BrienComeback Snacks all started when Emily O’Brien went to prison. Before, Emily was an entrepreneur and social media professional, having created her own firm at a young age and enjoyed great success. Regrettably, addiction caused her to make some poor choices that culminated in a four-year jail term. As her sentence began, Emily made it her mission to transform herself, get clean, and make a positive difference during her term. “I didn’t know how I’d make a difference at the time,” says Emily, “but I knew I would find something I cared about that would benefit from a purpose-driv...
2020-03-0932 min
The Ryan Holtz Show: Health, Society & Culture & Inspirational EntrepreneurshipEp 78: Emily O’Brien Started Cons & Kernels From Prison With $100. Wow. Must LISTEN. This episode is sponsored by Cons & Kernels. Meet Emily O’Brien. She served time in prison for smuggling drugs across the border. Don’t write her off yet, just because she is a convict. Her story represents the word redemption and the taste of turning a negative into a positive. I wanted to have Emily on the show as we chatted via her Instagram and I was wondering who the heck this person is. And then I went on my digital deep dive. Wow. She has pictures with police officers, previous inmates and several media personalities. I could see almo...
2019-11-2055 min
The Ryan Holtz ShowEp 78: Emily O'Brien Started Cons & Kernels From Prison With $100. Wow. Must LISTEN. This episode is sponsored by Cons & Kernels. Meet Emily O'Brien. She served time in prison for smuggling drugs across the border. Don't write her off yet, just because she is a convict. Her story represents the word redemption and the taste of turning a negative into a positive. I wanted to have Emily on the show as we chatted via her Instagram and I was wondering who the heck this person is. And then I went on my digital deep dive. Wow. She has pictures with police officers, previous inmates and several media personalities. I could see almost immediately...
2019-11-2055 min
The Ghostwriter & Pup Podcast(Interview: Emily O'Brien) Storytelling for BusinessIn this episode, we discuss the now well-worn importance of storytelling in business and chat with Cons & Kernels founder Emily O'Brien on her own remarkable story of world travel, incarceration, and entrepreneurship (and much more!)
Topics covered include (but aren't limited to):
How everyone with an English degree should feel vindicated in today's marketing climate
How nothing, not even automation, can replicated human narrative experience
Emily O'Brien's insights into how to use gratitude and non-curated Instagram content in your authentic marketing material
Emily's experiences working with "The Wealthy Barber" himself, David Chilton
Emily's...
2019-09-0347 min
felony inc podcast#57 A Little Popcorn Goes a Long Way - Emily O'Brien, Cons N KernelsTalk about your bad love interests. Emily O'Brien went on a bad outing with guy she liked, supposedly a vacation where HE was going to bring back some drugs across the border, but not HER. Oh yeah. you can guess the ending of this story, but suffice it to say Emily had some time in prison to rethink her life. She had a great family for support and decided to honor them by turning things around. Her Canadian prison had an entrepreneurship course which she took and at a SuperBowl party, she noticed there was popcorn available, but no company...
2019-05-0100 min
The DocketOttawa Police Trial and Special Guest Emily O'BrienThis episode we have a really special guest! Emily O’Brien, a young professional from Toronto, was arrested at Person airport in Toronto, fresh off a flight from St. Lucia, with 130,000 dollars worth of cocaine strapped to her body. Emily joins us to talk about her arrest, her journey through the justice system, her time in prison, and her new business work to help women reintegrate into society.You can read more about Emily’s story in the Hamilton Spectator.And you can keep up-to-day with Emily’s amazing story and her new business at Cons...
2019-02-0858 min
Sound Health Options - Richard ~ TalkToMeGuy & Sharry EdwardsLive Q & A - with Emily O'Brien of Mondomeds InterviewEmily O'Brien founded MONDO based on extensive research linking cannabis with anxiety relief. As an expert on the effects of microdosing, she has been featured in dozens of publications and presented to handfuls of groups throughout the country. To this day, MONDO has supported thousands of people who struggle actively with debilitating anxiety.
Emily discovered that consuming cannabis in small doses can improve the quality of one's day (without reducing mental dexterity). Mondo powder is a welcome replacement for synthetic prescription anxiety medications such as that carry unpleasant side effects.
Mondo has a delicate taste and light consistency similar to tripl...
2018-10-0150 min
Sound Health Options - Richard ~ TalkToMeGuy & Sharry EdwardsCannabis microdosing expert, Emily O'Brien speaks with us about anxietyEmily O'Brien founded MONDO based on extensive research linking cannabis with anxiety relief. As an expert on the effects of microdosing, she has been featured in dozens of publications and presented to handfuls of groups throughout the country. To this day, MONDO has supported thousands of people who struggle actively with debilitating anxiety.
Emily discovered that consuming cannabis in small doses can improve the quality of one's day (without reducing mental dexterity). Mondo powder is a welcome replacement for synthetic prescription anxiety medications such as that carry unpleasant side effects.
Mondo has a delicate taste and light consistency similar to t...
2018-05-071h 04