Published: July 20, 2025 | Episode 001 – The 2040 Studio

I just got back from Paris, and somehow Ina Garten came with me.

What started as a dreamy trip — copper pots, cozy cafés, a little AI trip planning — turned into an unexpected masterclass on business, collaboration, and what we’re really afraid of when we keep our “secret sauce” to ourselves.

In this episode, I share:

The one line from Ina’s memoir that stopped me in my tracks

Why I believe "simple isn’t easy," and why that makes sharing safe

The beauty of business friendships that start with curiosity

George Lucas, roast beef, and the cages we live in with the doors wide open

If you’ve ever wondered whether playing nicely with others is a real business strategy — or if you’ve felt like your early dreams got shelved for too long — this one's for you.

Mentioned in this episode:

Be Ready When the Luck Happens by Ina Garten

SDA (Society for Design Administration) – sdnational.org

Claude.ai for AI trip planning

Let’s connect:Have you had a “secret sauce” moment? Or a time when sharing made your business stronger?Comment here or reply to this email — I’d love to hear about it.