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From College Friends to Pickle Pioneers

From College Friends to Pickle Pioneers

Update: 2025-08-01
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In this episode of The DTC Insider podcast, Brian Roisentul sits down with Leah Marcus and Yasaman Bakhtiar, the founders of Good Girl Snacks, a pickle brand that emphasizes organic ingredients and community engagement. They discuss their journey from college friends to entrepreneurs, the challenges of launching a food product, and the importance of building a brand in public through social media.


Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:

  • The founding story of Good Girl Snacks and how Leah and Yasaman met.
  • Transitioning from unfulfilling jobs to starting a pickle company.
  • The inspiration behind launching a pickle brand and the market gap they identified.
  • The role of social media in building their brand and community engagement.
  • Challenges and strategies in product development and flavor innovation.
  • The importance of organic content creation and its impact on marketing.
  • Navigating retail and e-commerce channels for product distribution.
  • The significance of building in public and involving the community in business decisions.
  • The impact of having a strong organic presence on retail success.
  • Future plans for Good Girl Snacks, including new flavors and retail expansion.



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From College Friends to Pickle Pioneers

From College Friends to Pickle Pioneers

Brian Roisentul