Why We Love Office Supplies w/ the "Staples Baddie"

About this episode

JVN talks with TikTok superstar Kaden Rowland about her love for office supplies and her journey to internet fame.

“Y’all, let’s make a mug. Tap in.” As we continue to thrive during Pride Month, JVN sits down with TikTok superstar Kaden Rowland, aka the “Staples Baddie,” to talk all things office supplies, retail life, and internet fame. From the joy of a perfectly stocked stationery aisle to the story behind her viral success, Kaden shares how her love of pens, planners, and customer service won over millions online. Along the way, they chat about creativity, home office trends, journaling, mental wellness, and staying authentic while navigating life on and off social media - stationary lovers, this one is for you! Wanna see JVN on stage? Get tix to the Hot & Healed Comedy Tour here. Full Video Episodes now available on YouTube. Follow Kaeden Rowland (aka Oblivion) on TikTok @blivxxx Follow us on Instagram @gettingbetterwithjvn Follow Jonathan on Instagram @jvn Executive Producer, Chris McClure Producer, Editor & Engineer is Nathanael McClure Production support from: Chad Hall Our theme music is also composed by Nathanael McClure.Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: Jonathan Van Ness

Guest: Kaden Rowland

Topics covered

• office supplies
• retail life
• internet fame
• creativity
• mental wellness
• journaling

Keywords

• office supplies
• stationery
• TikTok
• creativity
• mental wellness
• journaling
• retail

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Sony Music Entertainment, TikTok, Hot & Healed Comedy Tour

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