#77 Say No to Naste (The Scent of Success w/ Andy Voggenthaler)

In this episode, we sit down with Andy Voggenthaler—serial entrepreneur, endurance athlete, and co-founder of No Naste, the eco-friendly brand tackling the world’s stinkiest problems. Andy shares his personal health journey, from surprising calcium scores and statin struggles to the importance of sleep and self-advocacy in medicine.

We dive into Andy’s background in endurance sports, the creation of Race Guards (a medical support service for races), and the pivotal moment that inspired the launch of No Naste. Hear how a stinky yoga class, product development know-how, and a passion for clean living led to a line of detergents and sprays for athletes, pet owners, and anyone with an active lifestyle.

Highlights:

• Andy’s health scare and lessons learned about cholesterol, calcium, and modern medicine
• The story behind Race Guards and the importance of on-course medical support
• How a yoga class mishap sparked the idea for No Nasty
• Building a lifestyle brand for athletes, pets, and families
• Navigating product development, certifications, and startup challenges
• The realities of entrepreneurship: funding, team-building, and scaling up
• Where to find No Nasty products and what’s next for the brand

Whether you’re an athlete, entrepreneur, or just tired of stinky gym gear, this episode is packed with insights, laughs, and inspiration.