Second Cup Sessions

Second Cup Sessions

Calley Riley and Kati Foster

Episodes 30
Avg. Duration 38m
Activity Dormant
Since Mar 2025
Latest Episode Oct 2025

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Schedule
Weekly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
99%
Hosting
rss.libsyn.com

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About This Podcast

Join Calley and Kati, two women-owned business leaders from the Pacific Northwest, as they navigate the world of entrepreneurship one conversation at a time. Calley, owner of Melior Refillery, a sustainable goods store, and Kati, founder of NW Accent, a PNW-inspired clothing company, share their unique perspectives on starting and running businesses while tackling challenges, finding work-life balance, celebrating wins, and setting big goals. In each episode, they dive into topics like overcoming obstacles, marketing strategies, growth, and goal setting, offering candid conversations and actionable tips for business owners at any stage. Listen for feature guest appearances from fellow entrepreneurs, creatives, and experts who share fresh insights and inspiring stories.

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Recent Episodes

S1E30 30: Cheers to Season 1

Oct 14, 2025 43m

It's the end of Season One! We're a little happy, a little sad, and a lot caffeinated as we wrap up this first season of Second Cup Sessions. In this episode, Kati and Calley trade questions, crack…

S1E29 29: Marketing With Purpose: Crafting Stories That Connect

Oct 07, 2025 40m

In this episode of Second Cup Sessions, we sit down with marketing strategist Mary Czarnecki to unpack how small business owners can use stories with intention—not just for entertainment, but to…

S1E28 28: When "Making It" Looks Different Than You Planned

Sep 30, 2025 45m

In this episode of Second Cup Sessions, Calley and Kati get real about how their visions of success have shifted over time—from dreams of infinity pools, multiple store locations, and picture-perfect…

27: Finding Your Ideal Customers

Sep 23, 2025 38m

In this episode of Second Cup Sessions, Calley and Kati dive into the ever-important question: who is your ideal customer? From the quirks of Pacific Northwest culture to the realities of who…

S1E26 26: Stronger Together with Omega NW

Sep 16, 2025 38m

In this episode of Second Cup Sessions, we're joined by Jana and Susie, the powerhouse duo behind Omega NW, a Portland-based nonprofit that helps women transition out of addiction, homelessness,…

S1E25 25: Simplifying Markets

Aug 26, 2025 48m

In this lively and heartfelt episode, Calley and Katie sit down with Sarah, founder of Simplicity by Sarah, to dive deep into the world of vendor markets—the highs, the headaches, and the huge…

S1E24 24: Sugar, Spice, and Small Business Life

Aug 19, 2025 43m

This week on Second Cup Sessions, we sit down with Hannah Luttrell of Luttrell's Little Cookie Company to talk about the sweet (and sometimes messy) reality of running a business from home while…

S1E23 23: Overthinkers Anonymous

Aug 12, 2025 36m

In this episode of Second Cup Sessions, Calley and Kati tackle a challenge every business owner has faced at some point—analysis paralysis. You know the feeling: too many options, too many "what…

S1E22 22: Activate Her: Step Into the Role You Were Made For

Aug 05, 2025 44m

In this deeply empowering episode of Second Cup Sessions, we sit down with Brittany to explore the science, soul, and strategy behind becoming your highest CEO self. Brittany Brzezinski shares her…

S1E21 21: Bragging Rights: Get Comfy with the Uncomfortable

Jul 29, 2025 35m

In this honest and hilariously relatable episode, Calley and Kati dive into the awkwardness of promoting your own business—why it feels cringey, especially for women, and how self-deprecation often…

S1E20 20: Journey to Financial Health with Sarah VanHoose

Jul 22, 2025 38m

In this honest and hilarious episode of Second Cup Sessions, Kati and Calley sit down with Sarah, a financial coach and entrepreneur whisperer from Journey to Influence. Sarah is a financial coach…

S1E19 19:Oops, we forgot our goals

Jul 15, 2025 37m

In this hilariously honest episode of Second Cup Sessions, Calley and Katie get real about mid-year goal slippage, marketing missteps, and the chaotic reality of trying to run a business during…

S1E18 18: Is Recession a 4-letter word?

Jul 08, 2025 42m

Recessions happen—but that doesn't mean your business has to go down with the economy. In this episode, we're tackling the emotional rollercoaster of running a small business during tough economic…

S1 EP17: Working Together: How Collaboration Fosters Growth

Jul 01, 2025 33m

In this episode, we're diving into what it really means to choose collaboration over competition—especially as small business owners. We're sharing personal stories, lessons we've learned, and why…

S1E16 16: All about the Benjamins

Jun 24, 2025 44m

Grab another cup and sit down with Kati and Calley while they discuss real numbers when it comes to opening a brick and mortar store front. Spoiler: It's twice as expensive as you think it is. Join…

S1E15 15: An ADHD Episode

Jun 17, 2025 34m

In this conversation between Calley and Kati, they discuss the efforts and challenges involved in participating in market events and setting up a new storefront. Calley shares her experiences from a…

S1E14 14: A Cup and A Catchup

Jun 03, 2025 41m

In this episode of Second Cup Sessions, we're pouring ourselves a second (or third) cup and catching up on everything—from exciting life updates to the official grand opening date of NW Accent's…

S1E13 13: A Return to Why

May 27, 2025 37m

Ever stared at your shoes and questioned your entire morning routine? Same. In this episode of Second Cup Sessions, Calley and Kati dive into the chaos of long work days, caffeine experiments, and…

S1E12 12: "I'm fine." - A Lie

May 20, 2025 38m

In this episode, we're talking burnout—how to spot it, why it sneaks up on us, and what happens when the hustle becomes too heavy. We share our own crispy moments, play a round of Burnout Bingo, and…

S1E11 11: Daydreams, Unexpected Tenants, and a brain named Brittney

May 13, 2025 30m

In this episode, Calley and Kati spill the tea on navigating small business chaos—from accidental cat ownership (yes, really) to being over-caffeinated and under-rested while still showing up for our…

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How many episodes does Second Cup Sessions have?

Second Cup Sessions has published 30 episodes since March 2025, covering topics in Business, Entrepreneurship.

Is Second Cup Sessions still active?

Second Cup Sessions is currently dormant with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 38m.

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