The Lost and Founder: Entrepreneurship, Depression and a Podcast
The Lost and Founder is a podcast created by Brody "Savage Brody" Derich, an internet personality and entrepreneur. The Lost and Founder was created as a safe place for entrepreneurs to talk about all things mental health with a mission of building a community that supports one another. The Lost and Founder follows a journey where Brody interviews high-profile celebrities, entrepreneurs, athletes, influencers and every day people about their battle with depression and anxiety so that we can all find new ways of conquering our demons and continuing to build awesome things for the world. These interviews venture into some of the darkest places of their battles with mental health in a raw, hard-hitting fashion. The Lost and Founder is dedicated to going beyond the “surface level” conversations about depression and mental health. We want to have the conversations that make people uncomfortable so we can normalize talking about the uncomfortable. Our mission id to create a supportive community and remove the stigma with depression.
The Lost and Founder: Entrepreneurship, Depression and a Podcast
Alien Probing, Addictions, Vampire-Zombie Hybrids and WTF Moments – Welcome to Season 2
In this episode of The Lost and Founder, we sit down with David Shamszad, CEO of SG Real Estate, to discuss his profound journey from addiction and mental illness to entrepreneurial success. David shares how early struggles with depression and trauma led him to substance abuse at a young age. Diagnosed with bipolar disorder in his early twenties, he faced a decade-long battle with mental health challenges and addiction. Through vulnerability and acceptance, David embarked on a path to recovery, transforming his life and career. Today, he leads a thriving real estate enterprise and advocates for mental health awareness, aiming to change the dialogue around mental illness and addiction.
The Lost and Founder is a podcast hosted by Brody "Savage Brody" Derich and Gelsey Laurie, blending candid conversations on mental health with sharp takes on current events, social issues, and a healthy dose of comedy.
Savage Brody is an entrepreneur, streamer, and mental health advocate who created the podcast as a safe space for founders and creatives to openly discuss their struggles with anxiety, depression, and burnout. His mission is to build a community that supports one another and normalizes the uncomfortable conversations around mental health.
Joining him is Gelsey Laurie, a stuntwoman, dancer, actress, and host of the podcast Before My Time. Known for her love of vintage pop culture and her dynamic presence on platforms like TikTok and Instagram, Gelsey brings humor, insight, and a fresh perspective to the show.
Together, Brody and Gelsey interview high-profile celebrities, entrepreneurs, athletes, influencers, and everyday people about their battles with mental health, aiming to find new ways of conquering personal demons and continuing to build impactful things for the world. These interviews delve into the darkest corners of their guests' experiences, offering raw, hard-hitting discussions that go beyond surface-level conversations.