In this powerful episode of The No Rescue Podcast, host Lame Kinikini sits down with Danny Augustyn, founder and CEO of ProDough, to uncover the extraordinary story behind one of the fastest-growing protein brands in America.
Born to immigrant parents from Poland, Danny’s life is a living embodiment of the American Dream, built not on luck, but on relentless work, faith, and a refusal to quit. From watching his family start over with just $26 to running a nine-figure CPG empire, Danny opens up about the mindset, failures, and pivots that shaped his journey.
This conversation goes far beyond entrepreneurship. Lame and Danny dive into:
- What it means to build from nothing when nobody’s coming to save you
- The sacrifices and grit required to scale a national brand like ProDough
- How immigrant hustle and generational pressure forged an unbreakable mindset
- The hidden lessons behind failure, faith, and personal evolution
- Why control, ownership, and alignment are everything in business and life
Danny’s story isn’t just about success, it’s about legacy, discipline, and purpose. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, creator, or dreamer navigating your own “no rescue” moment, this episode will remind you that pressure truly is a privilege.
Hosted by: Lame Kinikini Guest: Danny Augustyn, Founder & CEO of ProDough Presented by: ProDough: Flavored Protein. Not Protein Flavored.
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