Schlepping In Style - Alex Schinasi

15/10/2025 34 min

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Margarita chats with Alex Schinasi—mom, entrepreneur, and co-founder of the viral Hulken bag. Alex opens up about her Jewish upbringing, parenting after October 7th, and what it takes to grow a brand in today’s market. From business lessons to mentorship and dream collabs, she keeps it real with wisdom and humor. Follow Alex on Instagram @alexschinasi and check out @hulkenbag to see the bag everyone’s talking about.Support our work: buymeacoffee.com/peoplejewwannaknowWhat We Discuss: 00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda 04:07 Alex Schinasi's background & Jewish upbringing07:04 How is Alex talking to her kids about life post Oct 7th11:21 The Hulken bag!!! All about this business16:12 Tried & true business principles - what are they?18:52 How is Hulken navigating dupes?20:37 On tariffs23:17 Alex's mentors24:45 Alex's proudest achievement27:42 On the culture of "BSing" in entrepreneurship32:00 Who would be on Hulken's influencer trip?33:07 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination