Hardware Podcasts

The Tonight Show & Electric Hot Dog: Jimmy Fallon

How I Built This · 27 Jun 2022 · 1h 11m

What this episode covers

Jimmy Fallon, host of The Tonight Show and CEO of his production company Electric Hot Dog, discusses his journey from a comedy-obsessed kid in upstate New York to a late-night icon. He details his early efforts to get on Saturday Night Live, including a failed audition and a successful second attempt, followed by a brief, unsuccessful film career that led to meeting his wife. Fallon explains how he transitioned to hosting The Tonight Show, leveraging his work ethic and relationships with Lorne Michaels and NBC executives to secure the role, while maintaining a prolific output of side projects, books, and inventions.

Most relevant to

established companies

Topics

Mentioned

Companies
Electric Hot Dog, Warby Parker
Products
The Tonight Show, Saturday Night Live

Related episodes from other shows

Other shows on the same ground, closest first.

  • Making It · 59m

    Episode 058: Important Forks

    Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto discuss pivotal career decisions and 'forks in the road' that shaped their paths. Jimmy shares how quitting a sign shop job led him to art school and later to taking full creative control of his YouTube channel after a TV show cancellation. Bob recounts how a breakup and a bad commute forced him to pivot from graphic design and ad agency work to building his own maker business. David reflects on his failed freelance attempt and the importance of taking initiative, while also discussing the balance of asking for sponsorships and the value of showing up consistently.

    Careers & educationCreator business
    9 chapters

  • The Startup CPG Podcast · 37m

    Founder Feature: Sam Davis-Allonce of Hot N Saucy

    Sam Davis-Allonce, founder of Hot N Saucy, explains how she transitioned from a New York chef to launching a hot sauce brand during the pandemic, driven by pregnancy cravings and a desire for unique flavors. She details the operational shift from home production to using a co-packer for large orders, highlighting the importance of finding a flexible manufacturing partner. Davis-Allonce also discusses her organic growth strategy, leveraging viral moments on Hot Ones and press features like Oprah’s Favorite Things to expand into major retailers like Target and Publix.

    Manufacturing partners & offshoringIndustrial & consumer product design
    7 chapters

  • The Startup CPG Podcast · 41m

    Fila Manila's Founder Jake Deleon Brings Filipino Flavors to Shark Tank

    Jake Deleon, founder of Fila Manila, discusses his journey from corporate roles at Procter & Gamble and Starbucks to launching an award-winning Filipino food brand. He details the rapid product development of cooking sauces, banana ketchup, and ube spreads, and the strategic use of TikTok to drive cultural representation and sales. Deleon also shares insights into his persistent application process for Shark Tank, the negotiation dynamics on set, and his personal motivation to honor his late father and living mother.

    Crowdfunding & preordersMarketing & brand
    8 chapters

  • Making It · 59m

    Episode 336: Take the hug…

    Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto reflect on their 2021, discussing Diresta’s new Walmart product line and a streaming TV show, Clagett’s CNC candy dishes and trailer build, and Picciuto’s go-karting and upcoming 3D printing projects. They share advice on handling contracts and maintaining a positive mindset, while also touching on personal challenges like Diresta’s rib injury and the loss of Aaron. The hosts conclude by recommending YouTube channels and Jocko Willink’s Kickstarter course.

    Scaling productionMarketing & brand
    9 chapters

  • Making It · 1h 09m

    Episode 182: Been trying to sell out for years

    Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto discuss their personal and professional evolution over the four-year history of the 'Making It' podcast. They reflect on how their creative processes, business acumen, and relationship with their audience have shifted from hobbyist beginnings to professional content creation, touching on Diresta's collaboration with This Old House, Clagett's new website and craft show preparations, and Picciuto's upcoming MatterHackers collaboration. The hosts also address the challenges of managing online engagement, the pressure of sponsorship, and the importance of staying connected with their community despite growing fame.

    Creator businessMarketing & brand
    7 chapters

The summary, chapters and topics are generated from the episode’s audio by this directory, not written by How I Built This. The episode itself belongs to its publisher.