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Support is Sexy826: How to Practice Self-Care on Your Own Terms with Asutra CEO Stephanie MorimotoEpisode theme: Self‑care on your terms, scaling with intention, and growing a modern wellness brand without burning out. Guest: Stephanie Morimoto — CEO & Owner of Asutra; partner with Venus Williams; champion of practical self‑care. What you'll learn What "self‑care on your terms" looks like (micro‑rituals you can actually keep). Why Stephanie bought a business she loved—and how she knew she's a 10→100 builder, not a 0→1 founder. The pivot from big‑box retail to QVC, Amazon, and a high‑growth DTC engine—and why mass retail is tough without huge ad...
2025-09-0338 min
The Perfect DaughterBusiness On Your Terms with Stephanie Morimoto of AsutraIn this Episode, Ellen interviews Stephanie Morimoto, CEO and Owner of Asutra, a magnesium forward self care company that focuses on healthy ingredient transparency, diversity, and caring for yourself on your terms! She talks with Ellen about her journey to becoming a part of the Asutra team, the importance of self care, and the advice she has about not being perfect! Ellen then talks with Toni about the interview, self care, and how they were actually both Asutra fans before the interview... WHAT?! Go listen now to hear about your new fav self care brand and the inspiring Stephanie...
2025-08-3122 min
The Medical Alley Podcast (Presented by MentorMate)Moving Beyond Bikini Medicine with Melinda Morimoto and Stephanie Sassman“As a society, we can no longer afford the human and economic cost of not putting more emphasis on the health of women.” -- Stephanie Sassman “Bikini medicine,” the assumption that a woman's health and wellbeing is the same as a man’s except for the parts that are covered by a bikini, is woefully misguided. On this episode of The Medical Alley Podcast, Melinda Morimoto (Sr. Benefits Director) and Stephanie Sassman (Portfolio Leader, Women’s Health) of Genentech explain why that mentality impacts the personal and professional wellbeing of women and how companies like Genetech are combating it...
2024-12-0331 min
Real Friends Who Read BooksBook Report: Just for the Summer by Abby JimenezOn this weeks *SPOILER FREE* episode, RFWRB check in on their progress with Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez.
Let’s get reading!
Don't forget to tune in on June 25th for the full book discussion!
We’ll see you on the interwebs! Check out our website realfriendsbookclub.com. (Dot Com!)
Other books discussed in this episode:
Rental Person Who Does Nothing by Shoji Morimoto
Places We Love: San Diego Tijuana
Funny Story by Emily Henry
The N...
2024-06-1128 min
Weekly Dish on MyTalk9/9/23 | Hr 1: Post-Fair RoundupStephanie March is joined by Alex Lodner today! They give a post-fair breakdown of the food, talk about grapes with Molly's Sun Select Grape's Tony Morimoto, and discuss the Wedge Co-op with Jill Holter.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2023-09-0941 min
RonderingsStephanie Morimoto - Decoupling Productivity from Work and Your HumanityWhat you accomplish is not a measure of your value as a human.Stephanie Morimoto is the owner and CEO of Asutra where she shares her passion for self-care through her products and business practices. With nearly 20 years of compassionate leadership and serving those in need under her belt, she continues to provide equitable career pathways and opportunities to her employees and her community.Many people today are stuck on the proverbial hamster wheel and don't stop to appreciate the journey or take care of themselves along the way...
2023-07-1959 min
Joy in the BreakthroughRest is Resistance: How Women of Color Can Break Free from Busy Culture with Stephanie MorimotoFeeling drained and unfulfilled? You're not alone. In this episode of Joy in the Breakthrough, Anna Valencia and Connie Lindsey chat with Stephanie Morimoto, founder and CEO of Asutra, about her journey from burnout to joy through self-care. Stephanie shares powerful tips for prioritizing wellness, overcoming guilt, and creating boundaries – especially for women of color facing pressure to prove themselves. We explore the difference between health and wellness, debunk the "busy equals productive" myth, and offer practical techniques to find pockets of peace in your day. Learn how to break free from the hustle culture and cultivate a state of...
2023-07-0324 min
Snap JudgmentTongue Tied - Snap ClassicSometimes what you want to say, what you mean, and what comes out of your mouth are entirely different things.
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I Love You Dadbot
James Vlahos wanted to keep his dad around for as long as possible, so he saved the best part about him in the best way he knew how.
Vlahos is also working on a book, Talk To Me, about Silicon’s Valley’s quest to create conversation-making A.I.s. Check out his article about Dadbot in Wired Magazine. Follow James on Twitter.
Original Scor...
2023-04-2140 min
Kolide Goss with Ella & Steph#EP61 - THE HONEYMOON RECAP - MR AND MRS SIMPSONThis is a longy but a goodie - the honeymoon to end all honeymoons bought to you by the NEWLYWEDS - Ella and Eddy Simpson. We break down their ENTIRE trip, blow by blow, and you bet we had some serious LOLS to discuss. Also, we're very excited that the team at ILLY COFFEE are proudly sponsoring this episode. Purchase the perfect Christmas present AKA the X7.1 ESPRESSO MACHINE, with 30% off at checkout using the code KOLIDE30.ENJOY THE EP, LADIES AND GENTS. TRAVEL ADVICE - USA EDITION + BAHAMAS
2022-12-111h 35
Women of Color RiseHow Self Care Saved My Life, Stephanie Morimoto Owner and CEO, AsutraHow do you go from burnout to building a business about self-care… alongside Venus Williams? For this Women of Color Rise podcast, Analiza talks with Stephanie Morimoto, the Owner and CEO of Asutra. She shares how she started her journey from 18 hour work days and burning out before she turned 30. She was so tired on weekends that she couldn't even get to bed and would crash on the couch. Stephanie decided to make a change. She decided to focus on self care and get clear on who she wanted to be in life. This led Ste...
2022-12-0138 min
BreakpointsDosing Consult: CeftriaxoneDrs. Tom Dilworth and Stephanie Shealy May (@stephshealymay) join Dr. Rachel Britt (@RachelBPharmD) in the first episode of Breakpoints Dosing Consults to discuss questions and debates around ceftriaxone dosing. When should we use 1g over 2g? How does critical illness affect what dose to use? Is ceftriaxone the most approachable antibiotic? Tune in for answers to these questions and more!
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2022-05-2700 min
Add to Cart with Kulap Vilaysack & SuChin PakDance Battles with a Rubber Hand with Atsuko OkatsukaIn a jam-packed show, Ku talks about the best wedding she's ever attended and Su shares about Mike Bender's new book. Then comedian and creator of the #dropchallenege, Atsuko Okatsuka joins for a hilarious conversation about dancing, tiny suitcases, and ways she can make the most out of a $40 impulse buy. Plus, a heartfelt and heartwarming sidebar with Asutra founder Stephanie Morimoto with journalist and co-founder of the Very Asian Foundation, Michelle Li. Please note, Add To Cart contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners. To see all...
2022-05-1752 min
The Culture Cast[Bridgerton] S2E3: A Bee in Your Bonnet'A Bee in Your Bonnet' brings back the bee theme and flashes back to the source of much of Anthony's trauma: his father's sudden and horrible death. Watch the original video here! Show Notes: If you want to check out more of our content or if you think The Good Doctors could help your organization, click here for our link portal Or sign up for our monthly digest to get all the latest news Today’s podcast is courtesy of my new favorite self-care supplier, Asutra. I found Asutra wh...
2022-05-1340 min
The Culture Cast[The Pharmacist] Episode 3: Dope Dealers with White Lab CoatsEpisode three expands the interview list, with interesting conversations with an ex-Purdue rep and even Dr. Cleggett herself. Watch the original video here! Show Notes: If you want to check out more of our content or if you think The Good Doctors could help your organization, click here for our link portal Or sign up for our monthly digest to get all the latest news Today’s podcast is courtesy of my new favorite self-care supplier, Asutra. I found Asutra while skimming a listicle on Black women-owned businesses. Asutra is...
2022-03-2529 min
NEVER SETTLE PODCASTEP 24: This Mineral Deficiency Causes Anxiety and How You Can Fix It AffordablyThis Mineral Deficiency Causes Anxiety and How You Can Fix It — Wellbeing Doesn't Have to Be Expensive, with Asutra founder, Stephanie Morimoto—*Try out podcasting with Zencastr: https://zencastr.com/*Code for 3-month trial free: neversettleFrom migraines, muscle pain, better sleep, reduced inflammation and more... magnesium is a super mineral used by every organ in your body — especially your heart, muscles, and kidneys. More on its benefits, uses, what's better — topical or ingested — forms of magnesium, and more in this episode.Asutra's Mission: Self care and wellness are often seen as luxuries...
2022-02-2519 min
Earth Oddity PodcastEarth Oddity 202: Goldfish Cars & Farts in JarsNews Links for the Week:Watch This Goldfish Drive an Aquarium on Wheels: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/watch-this-fish-out-of-water-drive-a-mini-vehicle-on-land-180979328/Texas Law Enforcement Officials Arrest DWI Suspect Driving With Lit BBQ Pit In Truck Bed: https://dfw.cbslocal.com/2022/01/06/texas-law-enforcement-officials-arrest-dwi-suspect-driving-with-lit-bbq-pit-in-truck-bed/Young couple shocked to discover the bargain home they bought was inspired by The Exorcist: https://www.realestate.com.au/news/young-couple-shocked-to-discover-the-bargain-home-they-bought-was-inspired-the-exorcist/Meet Japan's very busy "Do Nothing Rent-a-Man": https://www.cbsnews.com/news/japan-do-nothing-rent-a-man-shoji-morimoto/A mom in Texas was charged after her 13-year-old son was found in her trunk at a COVID-19 testing site: https...
2022-01-121h 15
The Culture CastVAULT: [The Crown] S1 E1 Wolferton SplashWe're digging into the vault for a Good Doctors' classic: The Crown! Start all over again with season 1, episode 1. In this episode, they outline the impetus behind choosing this show, and talk through the first episode 'Wolferton Splash.' They bring up the surprising focus on men in a show about the Queen, the difficulty of managing power and traditional gender roles, the necessity of preparation in leadership changes and definitions of leadership. Watch the original video here! Show Notes: If you want to check out more of our content or if you...
2022-01-1019 min
The Culture Cast[The Good Doctors Diagnose] Good Doctor's Holiday TraditionsIn a special, audio-only episode, The Good Doctors talk about their own holiday traditions with family and friends: food, movies, music, and decorations! Show Notes: If you want to check out more of our content or if you think The Good Doctors could help your organization, click here for our link portal Or sign up for our monthly digest to get all the latest news Today’s podcast is courtesy of my new favorite self-care supplier, Asutra. I found Asutra while skimming a listicle on Black women-owned businesses. Asutra is not on...
2021-12-2239 min
WHERE BRAINS MEET BEAUTYEpisode 197, Stephanie Morimoto, CEO & Owner, Asutra - Hard-work, Trust and a Little Bit of Pixie Dust | WHERE BRAINS MEET BEAUTY®How much of success is composed of luck? Stephanie Morimoto’s luck has certainly been of help, but it is not the only factor in determining success. In the few years that she’s worked with Asutra, she’s managed to secure a celebrity partnership, as well as relaunch the brand and its story – elevating it to another level. #wherebrainsmeetbeauty@wherebrainsmeetbeautypodcastwherebrainsmeetbeauty.com
2021-12-0135 min
Snap JudgmentMap to the DisappearedA woman in Veracruz, Mexico receives a map from a pair of anonymous strangers that leads her on a search to solve a mystery that’s haunted her for years. And a psychiatrist brings together three men who believe they are all Jesus Christ, hoping to cure them of their delusions.
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Map to the Disappeared
A woman in Veracruz, Mexico receives a map from a pair of anonymous strangers that leads her on a search to solve a mystery that’s haunted her for years.
This story includes descriptions of corpses, graves sites, and a brief mention of torture. Sens...
2021-07-2248 min
Snap JudgmentMap to the DisappearedA woman in Veracruz, Mexico receives a map from a pair of anonymous strangers that leads her on a search to solve a mystery that’s haunted her for years. And a psychiatrist brings together three men who believe they are all Jesus Christ, hoping to cure them of their delusions.
STORIES
Map to the Disappeared
A woman in Veracruz, Mexico receives a map from a pair of anonymous strangers that leads her on a search to solve a mystery that’s haunted her for years.
This story includes descriptions of corp...
2021-07-2248 min
The Modern Retail PodcastAsutra CEO Stephanie Morimoto on growing a wellness brand with Venus Williams’ helpIt’s good to have celebrity boosting your brand.That’s what self care wellness brand Asutra, which sells products like soaps, sleep aids and anti-aging serums, learned when Venus Williams reached out to the company asking how she could be involved. After some meetings, Williams became the chief brand officer and the company’s most prominent spokesperson. “She talks a lot about active self care and Asutra in the press and on social and makes big announcements for us,” said CEO Stephanie Morimoto on the Modern Retail Podcast. She added, “we obviously did not set out to have a ce...
2021-06-1035 min
Female Startup ClubHow to buy a business (& have Venus Williams as a part owner!), with Asutra’s Owner & CEO Stephanie MorimotoToday I’m chatting with Stephanie Morimoto, owner and CEO of Asutra. Asutra is women-owned and women-led. They offer natural remedies for pain, sleep and rejuvenation. A few years ago Venus Williams loved Asutra’s product so much she decided she wanted to be part of building this incredible brand and has since become part owner and Chief Brand Officer. In this episode we’re chatting about how to buy a business, how the partnership with Venus came about and the key learnings now that the brand has expanded into thousands of retail stores across America
2021-05-2242 min
Master ItMaster Your Active Self Care | How to create a self care routine that *actually* fills your cup with CEO & Owner of Asutra, Stephanie MorimotoHave you ever felt guilty for taking some time for yourself so that you can feel like the best version of yourself?
You’re not alone!
Many of us give to others before we fill our own cup!
Today’s guest is Stephanie Morimoto, Owner & CEO of Asutra, helps us break down what self care looks like and take a glance at it from a new, non-selfish angle.
Stephanie is an enthusiastic board member of Equality Illinois, which advocates for LGBTQ rights, Naturally Chicago, which creates an ecosystem for natural product comp...
2021-05-1842 min
The SheFactor PodcastWhat It Actually Means To Be Anti-Racist, Celebrating Black History MonthIn honor of Black History Month, we're bringing you a very special panel episode today from our SheCares Wellness Summit. Meet Christa Clarke, Cierra Kaler-Jones, Stephanie Morimoto, Cheryl Sutherland, and Peggy O'Flaherty. This episode highlights the importance of allyship and activism in the fight against racism. These women beautifully portray the importance of education, support, and inclusion, and share their own stories and experiences dealing with racism in today's world. In this episode, we talk about… What being anti-racist actually looks like How the panelists are leading the fight for social justice Navigating racial bias in the workplace How to sus...
2021-03-011h 19
You Should Write A Book About That™The brilliant brain behind the organic and natural products of AsutraStephanie Morimoto, owner and CEO of the brand Asutra, is an organic leader. She was a customer of Asutra and passionate about the products when she discovered the company was for sale. She likes to invest in companies that she can shape and grow, and after a twelve year career helping educational non-profits raise $500 million, she saw a fantastic opportunity with Asutra. Tennis great Venus Williams also was in love with the magnesium products for pain and joined the company as a co-owner and Chief Brand Officer. Stephanie speaks with me on what it was lik...
2021-02-0223 min
RE-Focus: The ADHD Podcast with Angela Stephens33: Asutra's Stephanie Morimoto discusses her company's self-care mission, teaming up with Venus WilliamsAsutra owner and CEO Stephanie Morimoto joins Angela to talk about her company's self-care mission which includes pain and stress relief, how she got started with the company, how her partnership with Tennis icon Venus Williams came to be, the benefits of yoga, her favorite products at Asutra, and more. Visit Austra.com to learn more and to check out their amazing products!
2020-12-2831 min
The Style That Binds Us podcastSelf Care Tips During Coronavirus from Asutra Owner, Stephanie MorimotoWe are excited to have Stephanie Morimoto, Owner & CEO at natural & organic brand, Asutra, on our podcast! Asutra has products to help with sleep, pain, skincare, bath, etc. Asutra is a women-led and women-owned brand. Stephanie went to Brown and worked at McKinsey & Teach for America before buying Asutra. She was responsible for generating a lot of revenue for both organizations, is & has always been a champion for equality and SO MUCH MORE! We have been loving the products we’ve tried from Asutra and so have Venus & Serena Williams! Venus is actually their Chief Brand Officer. Here's a li...
2020-12-241h 19
Women Entrepreneurs RadioStephanie Morimoto, Owner & CEO of AsutraStephanie shares: - Buying and growing a company & working with Venus Williams - Managing e-commerce and retail distribution - Sleep & stress relief tips to ease anxiety - Guiding Asutra by the principles of diversity and inclusion from the beginning Stephanie is Owner & CEO of Asutra, where we're passionate about helping people take care of themselves on purpose so they can get the most out of life – what we call active self care. Asutra offers over 50 organic, natural products – from natural solutions to help with pain relief and sleep to skincare to bath...
2020-12-2142 min
The SheFactor Podcast21 Days of She: REST & RECHARGEHave you ever had that feeling of guilt when you feel like you're not being productive if you're "resting"? GIVE YOURSELF GRACE, GIRL. Don't let yourself feel guilty for not DOING. When we feel like that, it's a sign that we NEED to rest, recharge, and refuel our mind, body, and soul.In today's episode, Tori talks about FIVE amazing sleep rituals to follow, as well as amazing products from today's sponsor Asutra that will amplify your rest & recharge game. Build strong habits and follow a routine, but listen to what you need when you need it...
2020-12-1416 min
Support is Sexy751: How Asutra CEO Stephanie Morimoto Started a Successful Business by Buying a Brand She Loved (and Partnering with Venus Williams)In this episode of Support is Sexy, hear about Stephanie Morimoto's journey to becoming the CEO of Asutra and entering into a business partnership with tennis superstar Venus William. Whether you're starting, growing, selling, or buying a business, there are amazing lessons for any entrepreneur, like how to raise your own self-awareness and build your brand's story, in this episode of Support is Sexy. Elayne Fluker Elayne Fluker is author of the new book, "Get Over 'I Got It': How to Stop Playing Superwoman, Get Support and Remember that Having It All Doesn't...
2020-11-2439 min
100 CEO PROJECT#1 :: Strong Leadership Starts With Self-Care, with Stephanie Morimoto - AsutraYou can’t pour from an empty cup. Our premier episode explores this issue with “active self-care” company, Austra’s CEO, Stephanie Morimoto. With an extensive background in both entrepreneurship and non-profit, Stephanie brings perspective on how 2020 shaped e-commerce, what we can do to take care of ourselves as leaders, and what happens when your products attract a sporting superstar who then joins your company as a co-owner.
Asutra: https://asutra.com/
Stephanie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-morimoto/
Recorded on 10.27.2020
Full transcript available on our website:
https://www.100ceoproject.com/100-ceo-project-podcast-episodes/stephanie-morimoto-asutra-10-2020
2020-11-0724 min
The Unofficial Shopify PodcastHow Stephanie Morimoto Built a Wellness Brand So Good Venus Williams InvestedStephanie Morimoto is the owner and CEO of Asutra, a natural beauty company so good that customer Venus Williams approached them to get involved.Asutra offers over 50 organic, natural products – from natural solutions to help with pain relief and sleep to skincare to bath & body – for people who invest in self-care.Asutra is woman-owned and women-led; 77% of their team are people of color; and 100% of their staff would recommend Asutra as a great place to work.Key Takeaways:How a "luck sail" led to the purchase of AsutraWhy she shifted from Amazon to D...
2020-09-2245 min
Snap JudgmentSim StephanieStephanie Foo had a love-hate relationship with that old computer game the Sims. But when she steps foot into the latest version of the game, the AI is so good, her new Sim acts more like Stephanie than Stephanie does.
Producer: Stephanie Foo
Sound Design: Leon Morimoto
2019-10-0111 min
Snap JudgmentMisguided - full episodeA dad surprises his son by taking him on his first slave plantation tour. And a girl realizes the computer version of herself, acts more like her than she does.
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"My First Slave Plantation Tour"
Back in 2013, when Adult ISH host Nyge Turner was in his late teens, his dad surprised him by taking him on his first slave plantation tour. To make matters worse, apart from the bus driver and a single employee on the plantation, there was not a single black person in sight.
This story was produced by YR Media's Adult ISH podcast. Adult ISH is...
2019-09-3027 min
Snap JudgmentSnap Spotlight: ReckoningsAfter a college party, Anwen* and Sameer* went back to a dorm room. What happened that night was confusing and horrible. But in this story we get the rare opportunity to hear both of them grapple with what happened in a way that is both surprising and meaningful. Warning, this story contains graphic descriptions of sexual violence.
*Names have been changed.
This piece was adapted from the podcast, Reckonings, produced by Stephanie Lepp, and found online at www.reckonings.show. You can find a link to the full story, called A Survivor and Her Perpetrator Find Justice, here. http://www...
2019-03-0127 min
The NocturnistsRecognition with Ben Lerman, MDBen Lerman, an emergency medicine physician, describes how his ability to empathize with his patients deteriorated throughout his medical training, and how a chance encounter with a patient outside the hospital helped set him back on track. Special thanks to Leon Morimoto. Illustrations by Stephanie Muscat. Learn more and support us at thenocturnists.com. Thank you! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thenocturnists.substack.com
2018-01-2529 min
ESL (ESL Podcast)【2005-11-20，日】ESL Podcast 88 - Socializing at a ReceptionLearn how to carry on a conversation in English at a reception in this podcast. Tags: BusinessAudio Index: Slow dialog: 0:45Explanations: 2:25Fast dialog: 14:02Man: Hi, it's a bit crowded in here. Woman: Yes, it's always like this on the first night of the conference. Is this your first time attending?Man: Yes, it is. By the way, I'm Dan Morimoto. Woman: I'm Gwen Renault. Were you here this morning for the opening keynote ? I thought the speaker was excellent. Man: No, unfortunately, I...
2016-06-2416 min