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“...at some point, things are going to have to change, especially if you want to have kids, because it becomes about something so much bigger than you, than even your mission, but ultimately the family that you're taking care of.”
What happens when the technology designed to connect us starts driving us apart? This week on The Entreprenista Podcast, we sit down with Larissa May — Entreprenista 100 award-winning founder, mental health advocate, and visionary behind Half the Story and Ginko, two groundbreaking movements redefining how families and young people engage with screens.
From launching her first nonprofit out of a dorm room to founding a tech company restoring trust between parents and kids, Larissa has spent over a decade leading the digital wellness revolution — turning her own story of burnout and recovery into a global call for change.
What we talked about:
The Early Days [7:09]
Finding Out as a Founder [13:06]
The Founder of Pinterest [19:49]
No Stupid Questions [25:18]
Download the Ginko App! [30:42]
Connect with Larissa:
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Guests
Larissa May
Hosts
Stephanie Cartin
Stephanie Cartin is a serial entrepreneur, investor, podcast host, community builder, and a champion for women founders. She created the Entreprenista League, a community for women founders, to provide resources and support necessary at all business stages. She’s also the Co-founder of Socialfly, one of the first social media marketing agencies, as well as Entreprenista Media and Pearl Influential Capital which was recently acquired by Cherub. Stephanie has shared her journey managing her health challenges with Multiple Sclerosis, Infertility, and a complicated pregnancy and is an advocate for women going through similar challenges. Her story and businesses have been featured on the Today Show, Bloomberg and Forbes. Consider Stephanie your biggest business cheerleader.
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