Face Foundry: 80 locations open
Face Foundry is the largest woman-owned facial bar in the world, with 80 locations open and nearly 100 by end of year.
Where this was said
Sponsor: HomeServe
At 13:13 · chapter starts 11:15
Claudia reads for HomeServe, a subscription-based home repair service she frames as a practical alternative to scrambling when plumbing, HVAC, or electrical systems fail. She emphasizes that standard homeowners insurance typically doesn't cover day-to-day wear and tear, positioning HomeServe's straightforward 24/7 hotline model as the stress-free alternative. With summer at peak, Claudia warns that cooling system failures hit hardest during heatwaves — and that the next costly repair is already coming. Listeners are directed to homeserve.com/thetoast for 50% off their first year.
HomeServe plans from $4.99/month
HomeServe home repair subscription plans start at $4.99 a month and cover plumbing, HVAC, and electrical issues.
HomeServe 4.7/5 Trustpilot rating
HomeServe has nearly 4.5 million customers and holds a 4.7 out of 5 rating on Trustpilot alongside an A+ BBB rating.
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