Podcasts by Naked Beauty

Drug Store Dupes & Clean Beauty Swaps ft. Jill Dunn & Carlene Higgins of the Breaking Beauty Podcast from 2020-08-31T08:00:56

My fellow beauty podcasters Jill Dunn and Carlene Higgins from the show Breaking Beauty stopped by to talk about the evolution of the industry and the products that we need to be paying...

My Holy Grail Skincare & Haircare Products from 2020-08-24T08:00:09

When it comes to taking care of my skin and hair, finding the right products has always been extremely important to me. Tune in to discover the products that I return to again and again because ...

Being Your Own Muse, Lip Masks & Beauty Legacy ft. Kristen Noel Crawley of KNC Beauty from 2020-08-17T08:05

“I want to be like the hood Carrie Bradshaw. With a dash of Naomi in the 90s and a sprinkle of Barbie.” - Kristen Noel Crawley of KNC Beauty 

If Kristen Noel Crawley has...

Trans Women Are Women ft. Angelica Torres from 2020-08-10T14:18:03

“I’ve always known that I was a female. Folks always ask ‘How did you know?’ It just was. It just is.” — Angelica Torres, NYC-native, lover of bathtubs and glitter, speaking about her experience...

Free & Flawless ft. Beauty Icon Gabrielle Union & Hair Stylist Larry Sims from 2020-08-03T08:10

With her unforgettable wit, humor, and beauty, Gabrielle Union truly needs no introduction. Her roles in Bring It On, Bad Boys II , and Being Mary Jane made her a hous...

#EuphoriaMakeup & Moonlight Skin ft. Makeup Artist Donni Davy from 2020-07-30T15:20:54

“It’s great to do this kind of makeup on yourself everyday for no reason.”- Donni Davy, Euphoria’s Head Makeup Artist

For her official podcast debut, I had the honor of sitti...

Gestational Diabetes & Low-Carb, Sugar-Free Life from 2020-07-20T13:56:20

I never thought the day would come but I’ve been forced to give up my beloved sweets until the rest of my pregnancy. Being diagnosed with gestational diabetes has been quite the eye opener and I...

Infiltrating the Fashion Industry ft. Naomi Elizée Associate Market Editor at Vogue from 2020-07-13T08:00

Social media has bred this idea that you get out of college and you are this superstar...It gives off this perception that you don’t need to put in the work anymore.- Naomi Elizée, Vogu...

Radical Self Love ft. Kirby @singkirbysing from 2020-07-06T08:00

I stopped wanting to be a pretty girl. I wanted a beauty, and that really does start from the inside.- the bright and beautiful artist Kirby

No one evokes love and positivity quit...

Hair Genius ft. Celebrity Hair Stylist Nikki Nelms from 2020-06-29T12:15:43

“If you’re scared, now your hairstyle looks scared” — my guest the one and only Nikki Nelms dropping hair gems on this episode! 

If you don’t know celebrity “Hair MacGyver” N...

Fat Icon ft Kellie Brown of And I Get Dressed from 2020-06-22T14:11:57

Creator Kellie Brown is aspirational - in fact she claims the term ‘Fat Icon’ boldly. With years of experience in the NY PR game, and passion for plus-sized representation, Kellie is helping the...

Sometimes Skincare is Rocket Science ft. Desiree Stordahl of Paula’s Choice from 2020-06-15T08:04

As the Senior Research & Education Manager at Paula’s Choice, Desiree Stordahl believes that skincare is nothing without the ingredients that define it. After growing up with a harsh-is-bett...

Black Beauty Experiences Matter from 2020-06-08T11:54:45

While the past few weeks have been exhausting for many of us in the black community, inequality has always been a part of the narrative. And yet still, we create, innovate and continue to push b...

I'm Pregnant!!! from 2020-06-01T09:00

A special announcement with guest appearance from my husband <3 Thank you all for the love & support!

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Treating Hyperpigmentation, Protecting Your Skin Barrier, and Leading an Anti-Inflammatory Lifestyle from 2020-05-25T08:00

“Inflammation is all around us, it affects our health, our skin, and it’s something we need to pay attention to.”

I had the pleasure of sitting down with THE Dr. Barbara Sturm to ...

Self-Healing Through Nutrition, Cleansing & Mindset ft. Aala Marra from 2020-05-18T11:09:46

Aala Marra is a very special person who's been able to self-heal and overcome a lot! Only 26, she's deeply aware of her purpose and it's so inspiring - I got a little emotional during this one. ...

The Power of Shower Filters, Foods for Your Face, and Treating Your Hair with Compassion ft. Trinity Mouzon of GOLDE from 2020-05-11T08:00

“Approach everything in life with compassion, and before you know it you will feel the shift”  

When you meet Trinity Mouzon, it immediately becomes clear that she not o...

Travel is a State of Mind & Ghana's Year of Return ft [Leftovers] with Nana Agyemang from 2020-05-04T08:00:29

This leftovers episode is all about adventure! While I know that we are stuck at home with not a travel plan in sight, looking back at my interview with Nana Agyemang has definitely given me som...

Down to Earth Skincare ft. Dr. Shereene Idriss of #PillowTalkDerm from 2020-04-27T08:00

One of my favorite dermatologists, Dr. Shereene Idriss, M.D. is here Naked Beauty Planet! With a medical background from George Washington University, Tufts, and Harvard, trust and believe she k...

Quarantine Check-In: A Makeup Artist, Hairstylist & Influencer from 2020-04-20T08:00:18

“None of us are coming out of this the way we went in” 

While COVID-19 has had a significant impact on all of us, its impact on New York creatives has been parti...

A DIY Guide to Face Masks, Hair Treatments, and Body Soaks from 2020-04-13T08:00

While most of us are finding quarantine anything but ideal, I hope that you, Naked Beauty Planet, are taking this time to incorporate some serious self-care! On this episode, I am breaking down ...

Face Mists, Cozy Buys & Skincare Mistakes ft Kate and Doree from Forever35 from 2020-04-06T08:00

Tune in for a very special episode with Doree Shafrir and Kate Spencer, hosts of the infamous Forever35 ! I had the pleasure of meeting these two at the iHeart Podcast Awards, where the...

Nourishing, Calming, Soothing Skincare ft. Zoë Foster Blake from 2020-03-30T08:00

For Zoë Foster Blake, beauty should never be taken too seriously. Growing up in Australia, skincare and makeup equated to great conversation and community-building. But after years working as a ...

Life in the Time of Coronavirus Ft My Whole Family in Quarantine from 2020-03-23T08:00:31

What does beauty mean when you are alone? How does our relation to self-presentation change when we have no one to see? These are just a few of the questions that I have been asking mys...

Braiding Hair In The Boardroom ft. Sharmadean Reid from 2020-03-16T08:00

“I love subverting an eccentric English style because I’m a black Jamaican girl, so it contrasts. I’m obsessed with the contrast” - my guest Sharmadean Reid on this amazing episode of Naked Beau...

Foods to Eat for Glowing, Healthy Skin & Foods to Avoid [Beauty Secrets] from 2020-03-09T08:00

This solo episode is all about the foods to eat for your skin to be at its best! While we all love a good mud mask or retinol serum, products are never the final answer to achieving hea...

The Queen of the 10-Step Korean Skincare Routine ft. Charlotte Cho from 2020-03-02T09:00

I got to sit down with the queen of K-Beauty herself, Charlotte Cho! Growing up in LA, sunscreen and toner seemed to be completely trivial to Cho. But after moving to South Korea post-grad, she ...

Big Lipstick Energy [Leftovers] ft Maya Allen, Marie Claire from 2020-02-28T09:00

On this leftovers episode, Maya Allen and I dive into one of her favorite beauty topics: lip color. With her own digital column at Marie Claire titled “Big Lipstick Energy”, I could not...

Never Let Them See You Sweat ft. Maya Allen, Marie Claire from 2020-02-24T09:00

After eight years of working in beauty editorial, Maya Allen has become one of THE coolest girls in the industry. But that hasn’t been without tons of hard work. On this episode of Naked Beauty, Listen

r/SkincareAddiction ft. Rio Viera-Newton from 2020-02-17T09:00

Looking for a new holy grail skincare product? Rio Viera-Newton has got your back. After years of looking for a solution to her dry skin and cystic acne, Viera-Newton was able to craft what many...

Real Life #RelationshipGoals ft Hannah Bronfman Fallis & Brendan Fallis from 2020-02-10T09:30

Hannah Bronfman is back for her THIRD Naked Beauty interview and this time around, she and her husband Brendan Fallis stopped by to share their love story with me. Get ready for all the feels be...

Braids at the Met Gala Ft Nana Agyemang of EveryStylishGirl from 2020-02-03T14:10:35

If you haven’t heard of Nana Agyemang yet, prepare to be blessed. Over the past four years, this powerhouse has taken on the world of beauty and fashion editorial like no other! She’s reported f...

[Leftovers] Motherhood & Creating Life ft Julee Wilson, Beauty Director Essence from 2020-01-31T20:34:58

“I thought I was a feminist before. You can’t tell me sh*t about women now. We bring whole entire lives into this world” my guest Julee Wilson on the experience of childbirth. 

Join J...

Mud Masks, Bridal Makeup, and Ethical Skincare Ft Lesley Thornton from 2020-01-27T09:00

Lesley Thornton’s dedication to beauty is truly next level. As a young girl, she was obsessed with making mud masks in her grandmother’s garden, checking out beauty products in LA’s Koreatown, a...

Jade Rolling, Manifesting & Community Ft Satchel Lee from 2020-01-20T12:00

A creative career felt pretty inevitable for Satchel. As the daughter of producer Tonya Lewis Lee and director Spike Lee, Satchel has always had a great appreciation for storytelling but she's a...

Straight Stuntin' Ft Mandii B of Whorible Decisions from 2020-01-13T13:58:53

Mandii B, co-host of the Whorible Decisions podcast, is anything but predictable. Growing up, she was the girl who could shoot hoops, dress up, and kill it in her AP classes. B...

Fighting for Our Dreams Ft Diarrha N'Daiye from 2020-01-06T20:14:08

My guest Diarrha and I are looking back at our personal highlights from the past year. If you've ever been curious about building your own brand and fundraising, you'll love hearing the BTS as D...

Glass Skin, Product Flops & OMG Moments: A Year In Review Ft Diarrha N’Diaye from 2019-12-30T07:04:49

I don’t know if you all are ready for this episode because we went in! Beauty Highs, Beauty Lows: a year in review with Diarrha N’Diaye. Diarrha (formerly at Glossier, L’Oreal & now developi...

Logical Skincare, Fillers & MicroInfusions ft. Dr. Chaneve Jeanniton of Epi.Logic from 2019-12-23T10:49:54

“Cosmetics should be a choice not a necessity.” - my guest Dr. Chaneve Jeanniton, a firm believer in putting your skin first. For Dr. Chaneve Jeanniton, taking care of people’s skin and face is ...

When Do You Feel Most Beautiful? Episode 100 from 2019-12-16T14:55:40

For the 100th episode of Naked Beauty, I decided to look back and share a compilation of answers to my favorite question: When do you feel most beautiful?. From glamming it up to sweati...

Easy & Effective Natural Beauty Hacks from 2019-12-09T17:48:05

This week’s solo minisode is all about making your beauty routine more natural! After beginning my natural hair journey years ago, I realized that natural, non-toxic beauty from plant-based sour...

Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself ft. Danielle Prescod from 2019-12-02T09:28

On this week’s episode of Naked Beauty, BET’s Style Director Danielle Prescod is back for a deeply personal and honest conversation about body image, IVF treatment, mental health, and finding wh...

Best Beauty Buys Under $100 from 2019-11-25T09:00

With Black Friday & Cyber Monday fast approaching, a Naked Beauty shopping guide is in order! On this episode, I will be discussing both the do’s and the don’ts of...

You Can’t Flex On Me Luv, I’m Proud of You ft. Kimberly Drew from 2019-11-18T10:00

Over the past 7 years, writer and curator Kimberly Drew has unabashedly made a name for herself within the world of art and fashion. She’s already interviewed icons like Lupita Nyong'o, and Tina...

Beauty & Gender Expression ft Mandy Harris Williams [Leftovers] from 2019-11-12T15:47:03

Femmes, tops, bottoms & gender presentation — learned so much from this few minutes of convo with the ever-fascinating artist & thinker, Mandy Harris Williams. We also get into the preoc...

Grown Women Talk ft Angela Yee from 2019-11-04T13:01:36

This episode was surreal for me because I’ve listened to Angela Yee on the radio for over a decade. When it comes to representing hip hop and the culture, Yee has been, and continues to be one o...

A Mississippi Beauty Queen & PR Boss ft. Savannah Engel from 2019-10-28T08:32:39

If there’s one thing that PR queen Savannah Engel has mastered, it’s the art of conversation. “Throw me into a room with 300 people I don’t know,” Engel says, “give me two hours, and I will know...

Part of Something Way Bigger ft. Akili King from 2019-10-21T09:00

If you’re wondering what the new guard of beauty editorial looks like, look no further than Akili King. The 23-year old Chicago native and NYU Gallatin graduate has published a book of her own p...

Feed Your Face Ft April Gargiulo, Founder of Vintner's Daughter from 2019-10-14T13:29:53

“What I was cleaning my house with was cleaner than what I was putting on my face. I had my head in the sand like a lot of people.” — my guest, April Gargiulo, on the genesis of her natural, per...

Listen To This Before Your Next Manicure - Leftovers Ft Sylvie Macmillan from 2019-10-07T08:30

“Try colors you wouldn’t normally wear. It’s not permanent, it’s not a tattoo. And you might realize that actually, that green or that yellow goes with your clothes so much better than the red o...

Unapologetically Me Ft Julee Wilson, Global Beauty Director of Essence from 2019-09-30T08:30:54

"I'm a size 16 black woman with natural hair who's big and broad and takes up a lot of space. And I'm unapologetic about it. I'm dope." - my guest, Julee Wilson, Global Beauty Director of Essenc...

Our Skincare Questions Answered Ft. Dr. Elena Jones from 2019-09-23T08:08:01

Dr. Jones treats newborns to 100 year olds, celebrities (like Pharell *gag*) & regulars like yours truly – in fact I’ve been seeing Dr.Jones at her UES practice for over 15 years. I couldn’t...

Beauty Brand DNA Ft Amanda Baldwin, President of Supergoop! from 2019-09-16T14:51:39

“Every great brand has something in it that’s very unique and distinctive and belongs on this planet, and the best brands are the ones that know how to take that and constantly evolve it. Those ...

Deconstructing the "Ideal" Black Female Ft Mandy Harris Williams from 2019-09-09T09:00

Harlem-born, LA-based artist Mandy Harris Williams is thinking about beauty on a *much deeper* level. This was the intellectual beauty I conversation I've been chasing all 2019. Mandy’s ult...

Hyper-Creative Nails Ft Sylvie Macmillan from 2019-09-02T07:30

“Nails can be just as important as jewelry” - my guest Sylvie Macmillan. Sylvie's journey to becoming a talented nail technician was anything but direct. After receiving a degree in technical ar...

Laughing Through Our Skincare Obsession, Beauty Memes & My Standup [Leftovers Ft Mandi Nyambi] from 2019-08-26T09:14

We all need to be reminded to have a sense of humor when it comes to beauty. Mandi & I talk skincare obsession, how the team at ...

“People say that I’m walking art” ft Raisa Flowers from 2019-08-19T11:00

“I work backstage and it teaches you so much. The models are getting so many photos taken of them, so you have to be perfect.” - my guest makeup artists & model, Raisa Flowers

Raisa is...

Retinol, Cleansers & Snail Cream Ft Mandi Nyambi, CEO of Baalm from 2019-08-12T09:00

With degrees in Regenerative Biology & Nutrition from Harvard, Mandi Nyambi truly has skincare down to a science. Which is why the skincare consultation network she co-founded, Listen

Student to Stylist to Influencer Ft Vic Styles from 2019-08-05T14:36:30

Vic Styles is highly driven by aesthetics but she’s far from superficial – she's come into her own & creates from a place of intention. After starting her journey in L.A. as an assistant war...

Trust the Timing of Your Life Ft Madison Utendahl from 2019-07-29T07:00:37

Creative freedom, the role of therapy, patience with your hair, your skin, the joys of being alone, affirming your own destiny, setting intentions...so much of this very special episode with Mad...

A Fashion Career, Overcoming Cystic Acne & Posting Fire Bikini Pics Ft Chrissy Rutherford from 2019-07-22T14:52:53

An encore episode with Harper’s Bazaar senior digital fashion editor, Chrissy Rutherford. Chrissy has some advice for hopefuls wanting to work in fashion: "If you don’t love it, you won’t last a...

Defining “Cool” Ft Recho Omondi from 2019-07-15T08:30

“To me the coolest people, the people that I'm inspired by, are people who are just 100% themselves.” - my guest, friend, and designer Recho Omondi on trying to define the intangible qualit...

Committing to Your Body, a Plant-Based Diet & Natural Skincare Ft Annya Santana from 2019-07-08T12:55:27

“Your health is your responsibility, it’s really up to you” — Annya Santana explains this truth to me & a sold-out crowd in NYC for this live edition of Naked Beauty

Annya joins m...

Coming Out of the Shame Cave, Life with OCD & Anxiety ft Gillian Sagansky from 2019-07-01T19:56:33

An honest talk about mental health — from my live Naked Beauty event in NYC I’m joined by writer, DJ & childhood friend, Gillian Sagansky to talk about how she’s come out as someone who stru...

Breaking Down the Beauty Industry, Melanated Skin & Product Development Ft Diarrha N'Diaye from 2019-06-24T05:08:30

From product development at Glossier to the front lines of L’Oreal — Diarrha has seen a lot and I was so eager to hear all the beauty TEA & it is *hot* – I had a jaw on the floor moment duri...

Vogue, Microneedling, Bronzer & Lacefront Wigs Ft Marjon Carlos from 2019-06-17T04:23:43

Marjon Carlos is a writer, cultural critic, speaker and editor whose work I’ve admired for years. She is the former Senior fashion writer at Vogue.com where she explored the intersection of styl...

Leftovers: Women Supporting Women Ft Besidone Amoruwa from 2019-06-10T20:21:31

Besidone has worked across fashion, music and entertainment at some of the top global brands & has a passion for business strategy. I wanted to share our discussion on finding mentors, bully...

Being Chic AF by Doing Whatever You Want Ft Sophia Roe from 2019-06-03T14:19:55

“I have a story. It’s hard, it’s gnarly but it’s not about the story, it’s what you do with it.” - Sophia Roe, my incredible guest for this special episode of Naked Beauty.

Sophia’s wisdom...

Breaking Free from the Commodification of Self-Care: #SelfCareIsFree [Beauty Secrets Vol. 7] from 2019-05-27T17:36:06

Self-care isn’t for sale. Despite the best efforts of marketing, a sheet mask won’t change your life. But sleeping more will.Going outside for a walk will.Stretching for 15 minutes a day will. #...

Like Mother, Like Daughter Ft Hannah & Sherry Bronfman from 2019-05-11T17:26:58

Hannah Bronfman is one of the most inspiring, ambitious, down to earth women I know & when you meet her Mom and hear their story— it all makes sense. Loved talking to this powerful Mother-Da...

Leftovers: Getting Into the Gloss Ft Utibe Mbagwu + Ashley Weatherford from 2019-04-29T16:57:38

Some leftovers from my discussion with Ashley Weatherford (senior editor at Into the Gloss) and Utibe Mbagwu (social at Into the Gloss)! We talk about the challenge of being 'the only one' ...

Live Life Free ft Besidone Amoruwa from 2019-04-16T20:30:35

Happiness-inducing morning routines, skin-perfecting color corrector, expert facials & head-turning natural hair looks –– Besidone and I get into at all in this AMAZING episode of Naked Beau...

"Who Is She Without Her Hair?" Ft Nia Pettitt from 2019-04-01T19:28:53

“I had a really unhealthy obsession with looking a certain way that just wasn’t possible 24/7” - my guest Nia Pettit, who’s only 21 but has had a following on social since she was 16. At 20 she ...

Leftovers: Logomania, Streetwear & Missing Pheobe Philo Ft Negarin Sadr from 2019-03-22T22:35:29

Bonus content from my interview with Negarin Sadr, listen to the full interview here (one of my f...

Bat Mitzvah, Snapbacks & Keratin ft Abigail Stern from 2019-03-20T15:52:27

"I love a new candle just as much as I love a new pair of socks" - my guest and friend of 16 years, Abigail Stern

Abigail is not a girly-girl, she was always the cool one in sneakers when ...

Primers, Acids, Into the Gloss & Shaker Heights ft Ashley Weatherford from 2019-03-05T19:00:23

“I loved beauty without knowing it” - my guest Ashley Weatherford, Senior Editor at Into The Gloss

Ashley has been an authority in beauty for years and I’ve followed her career since the b...

Iran, Fashion vs Tech, Organic Soap & Keto Ft. Negarin Sadr from 2019-02-18T17:14:25

"I find the body to be a very sacred place and I don’t think that you need to get attention by exposing your skin, I think you can get attention by dressing interesting." - my guest Negarin, on ...

KonMari, Trusting Experts, Drugstore Beauty & Botox Ft Janell Hickman from 2019-02-04T20:31:48

“I’m over complicated skin routines. I have this conversation with a lot of other editors. There are too many products that do the same thing. As someone who is supposed to promote these product...

Hair as Salvation Ft Illeisha Lussiano AKA The Hair Artiste from 2019-01-21T19:00:04

“When you’re in the hair salon, speak up. Be direct. Direct questions, get direct answers.” - my wise guest & talented hair artist Illeisha on claiming your voice and advocating for what you...

Dancing at Ailey, Living Your Passion & Finding Self-Acceptance ft Dejah Poole from 2019-01-07T17:20:15

Dejah Poole, 19-year-old dancer from the Alvin Ailey school, has been dancing since she was just 2 years old. I initially discovered Dejah from her stunning Instagram account: Listen

Juicing, #Wellness, Nightlife & A Bold Eye Ft Sabrina Diaz from 2018-12-29T01:08:38

“Everything in wellness has gone to an extreme” - Sabrina Diaz, my guest, and founder of Grass Roots Juicery, a Brooklyn-based cafe that promotes healthy living through organic cold press j...

From Bibles to The Migos Ft Grace Bukunmi from 2018-12-15T16:39:40

One of the coolest girls I know - Grace Bukunmi is a Nigerian Photographer, Stylist, and Art Director working between LA & NYC. She’s worked with everyone: Alicia Keys, The Migos, A$AP Rocky...

Self-Healing & Minding Your Business Ft Aala from 2018-12-14T16:22:18

Aala is a very special person who's been able to self-heal and overcome a lot. Only 26, she's deeply aware of her purpose and it's so inpspring - I got a little emotional during this one. She's ...

A Popular Girl from Essex by way of Nigeria Ft. Tolly Shoneye from 2018-11-27T22:29:37

“I’ve learned to love my body because I’ve accepted it as my home. This is where I live - where me - the person I love the most lives, I have to make the best of it.” - Tolly sharing gems on bod...

NEW LOGO :) + Leftovers| Clear Your Closet Ft Rachel Goldman from 2018-11-22T14:35

Logo update (yay!), a quick word on overeating & Thanksgiving indulgence, and then Rachel and I discuss clearing your closet & our Moms :) 

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Art, Nightclubs & Scary Spice Ft Lotte Anderson from 2018-11-07T23:07:08

“It’s no accident I do what I do. I come from a long line of people making culture, considering how we live and responding either sonically or aesthetically to that.” - my inspiring guest, Lotte...

From the Bronx to Paris Ft Annya Santana from 2018-10-14T16:16:10

Annya Santana, who grew up in the Bronx and was born in the Dominican Republic, bought a one way ticket to Paris 4 years ago after heartbreak and started her clean beauty line Menos Mas (which m...

Style, Music & Beauty Ft Saidah Blount from 2018-09-25T16:27:15

“Creativity and being around creative people has been my drive” — my amazing guest Saidah Blount, on her career journey and finding herself in music where she always wanted to be :) 

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Shea Butter & Therapy Ft Abena Boamah from 2018-09-14T00:55:14

“Sometimes therapy can be a lot…you’re unpacking things you didn’t even know were there. Therapy allowed me to realize how my anxieties were manifesting and also to realize that I have the autho...

Is 29 The Perfect Age? Probably Not Ft. Rachel Goldman from 2018-09-04T21:08:02

29 probably isn't the perfect age but we explore...Rachel, my long-time friend a former Soul Cycle instructor, and I discuss things we've mastered by 29: feeding ourselves, prioritizing the morn...

Natural Childbirth, Locs & The Creative Process Ft. A-lan Holt from 2018-08-23T09:10:09

“I feel like it is the root of my work to create opportunities for women who look different” — my amazing guest, A-Lan Holt

A-lan is a filmmaker, writer, all around creator, mother and...

The Big Chop, Solo Travel & Positive Affirmations Ft. Tam Watkins from 2018-08-07T14:52:52

I’m joined by Tam Watkins, founder of Loza Tam, where she’s been creating beautiful satin-lined turbans and headbands for the past two years. Before becoming the entrepreneur she is today, Tam w...

Beauty Secrets Vol 6:Ayurvedic Beauty,Your Dosha & Ojas from 2018-07-27T16:30:03

I’ve been spending time learning about Ayurvedic Beauty — an ancient Indian approach to wellness and beauty that I’ve really connected with. Everything in Ayurveda comes back to your specific do...

Baby Hairs & Mental Health Ft. Crystal Anderson from 2018-07-11T16:51:13

Easily one of the most stylish women in NY — Crystal Anderson is a grounded, deep thinker but she also doesn’t believe in taking yourself too seriously which I LOVE. She has practical tips about...

K-Beauty, Natural Hair & Beauty Editor Ethics Ft. Siraad Dirshe from 2018-06-29T21:17:12

This goes out to the true beauty junkies! Siraad is a girl with a 10-step beauty routine, who lives for Korean skincare and travels with her own silk pillow-case. She’s currently a beauty editor...

Serving Authenticity Ft. Angelica Torres from 2018-06-14T23:21:44

“I’ve always known that I was a female. Folks always ask ‘how did you know?’ It just was. It just is.” — Angelica Torres, NYC-native, lover of bathtubs and glitter, speaking about her experience...

Left Overs| Sugar Addiction is Real! Ft. Kate Seward from 2018-06-07T18:05:17

Quick plug: join the #nakedbeautypodcast community on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nakedbeautyplanet/ @NAKEDBEAUTY...

Owning It Ft. Jacquelyn DeJesu of SHHHOWERCAP from 2018-05-31T21:16:56

“I want to be the beacon of hope for every woman who wants to put an idea out in the world.” - my guest Jacquelyn De Jesu, the CEO, founder and creative director of Shhhowercap

I left this...

Leftovers| Being Yourself While Dating Ft. Lindsey Metselaar from 2018-05-25T04:46:17

When do you reveal your true self when dating? Listen for some leftovers from my chat with Lindsey Metselaar where we discuss how to use positive reinforcement to get what you want while dating,...

A Hippie with Edge Ft. Kate Seward from 2018-05-08T22:34:57

“I know that if I had kept drinking and doing drugs the way that I was, I would have died. There wasn’t really another option.” — Kate on her decision to get sober

On this episode of the #...

Beauty Secrets Vol. 5: Beauty Lessons from Beyoncé from 2018-04-27T18:54:39

The four beauty lessons we can all learn from QueenB. From her vegan diet, to her flawless skin to her always-on point looks.

Check out these amazing episodes breaking down Beyonce’s histo...

Leftovers|The Rise of the Social Media Fembot Ft. Recho Omondi from 2018-04-20T13:22:17

Bonus! Recho and I discuss how new technologies, that seem harmless, are shaping gender perceptions in dangerous ways. Subscribe to the show and please rate and review if you have a moment: http...

Don't Contour Before Your Date Ft. Lindsey Metselaar from 2018-04-13T20:33:49

“My exes have really hot exes. And I need them to be hot.”— today’s guest Lindsey Metselaar Lindsey, who also hosts her own fab podcast — We Met at Acme, a show about millennial dating in NYC, h...

Vintage Black Glamour Ft. Nichelle Gainer from 2018-04-12T17:52:27

I’m joined by Vintage Black Glamour author, the fabulous Nichelle Gainer — a self-described “black history encyclopedia”.

We discuss how what started out as a research project for a no...

Do More With Less Ft. Mekdela Maskal from 2018-03-27T10:42:54

“It’s realizing how much you don’t need and seeing how much we are brainwashed to think that what makes us happy is being able to buy something. Letting that go is really freeing…not having this...

Survival of the Fittest Ft. Recho Omondi from 2018-03-16T17:08:04

“Here I am running my own business which literally means — I’m making up all of this shit as I go. I’m not any particular genius” - Recho Omondi…… but low-key (IMHO) Recho is a genius Designer, ...

Self-Care Isn’t an Excuse Ft. Darian Symone from 2018-02-13T23:37:16

Digital consultant working with brands like Glossier and Into the Gloss, podcaster, news curator and passionate self-starter who’s dedicated to skincare, Darian Symone, joins me on this episode ...

Beauty Secrets Vol. 4: Clear Your Beauty Clutter from 2018-01-29T20:49:23

We all want Into the Gloss & Pinterest-worthy beauty shelves. It’s CRITICAL that you organize your beauty space for the ultimate self-care practice. In this episode, I share my 5 essential s...

Island Gal Vibes Ft. Eniye Kagbala from 2018-01-11T16:57:50

“Caribbean women are just something else” - my guest, dear friend, and artist, Eniye Kagbala aka 333niye on the unrivaled confidence of Caribbean women.

We met online years ago, spent tim...

Celibate, Sober & Fasting Ft. Danielle Prescod from 2017-12-28T18:07:35

BET Style editor, Danielle Prescod, and I talk through A LOT in this last episode of 2017. Danielle doesn’t drink, “doesn’t enjoy food like that” AND she’s celibate — clearly, she’s got some sup...

Rehab,The RealReal & Life in LA Ft. Esme Brown from 2017-12-13T19:31:06

‘Fame is a beast that can’t be tamed’ - My guest Esme, on LA culture. I was fascinated to hear from Esme, a native New Yorker and writer, on her experience living in LA for the past 8 years. Listen

Beauty Secrets Vol. 3: Touch This Skin Darlingg from 2017-11-22T21:59:46

Supple, hydrated and flawless skin is the goal. I’m LOVING natural oils for all of my skincare needs these days and I wanted to share everything I’ve learned in this episode. I cover how to buy ...

Behind The Highlight Reel Ft. Hannah Bronfman from 2017-11-07T18:50:44

Hannah Bronfman is the founder of HBFIT, DJ and wellness enthusiast. On this episode we talk about it all — from the superficial e.g. what’s it like to have Nikki Nelms do you hair and the best ...

Know Your Worth Ft. St. Beauty(Alex Belle and Isis Valentino) from 2017-10-23T21:17:02

In the wake of countless assault charges facing women in entertainment, the message of self-worth that Alex and Isis(of Wondaland's St. Beauty)brought to this interview came right on time!

Podcast to Red Carpet Ft. Brittany Luse of The Nod from 2017-09-23T17:47

“It’s becoming a professional imperative that I figure this shit out” - Brittany Luse, today’s guest, on determining her look now that she’s becoming an increasingly public figure. Brittany co-h...

Moving Beyond '#BlackGirlMagic' Ft. Lindsey Day (founder of CRWN Magazine) from 2017-08-22T21:37:30

"Hair is politicized whether we want it to be or not” — Lindsey DayOn this episode, Lindsey, founder of CRWN magazine — a revolutionary print magazine focused on black women and natural hair, co...

Aligning Your Brand with Your Talent & The Philosophy of Aesthetics Ft. Grace Gibson from 2017-07-19T19:43:56

Grace Gibson, the talented actress,singer,songwriter,bandleader,content creator and proud Leo — is a force to be reckoned with. She grew up watching her mother, Lynn Whitfield, build her career ...

Getting Better as We Get Older, Growing up Greek & Silent Meditation Retreats Ft. Amelia Glum from 2017-07-06T19:42:23

‘I dress down to be taken seriously. If I want people to hear what I have to say, I try to be as a-sexual as possible’ - My guest, Amelia, on how she conforms her look for her job in data scienc...

Beauty Secrets Vol. 2: 'Nothing Tastes as Good as Skinny Feels' from 2017-06-14T15:20:16

When did dieting become so controversial? We're encouraged to eat whole foods, ignore the scale, and focus on health – but some people (i.e. me) still want to lose weight sometimes. The weight-l...

Creating a Signature Look Ft. Lucie Zhang from 2017-06-07T20:07:50

Lucie Zhang, who oversees social @voguemagazine, has a signature look that I totally envy — perfectly cut bangs, blonde tips and a dramatic winged liner, every.single.day. On this episode, I learn ...

The Scam of Being Yourself Ft. Recho Omondi from 2017-05-10T23:20:29

Recho is a young, NY-based, fashion designer who isn’t afraid to speak her mind, no matter who’s listening. Growing up between the midwest and Nairobi, she nurtured a love of fashion early by creat...

If You've Got It, Flaunt It Ft. Chrissy Rutherford from 2017-04-19T12:39:28

Chrissy, senior fashion editor at Bazaar.com, has some advice for hopefuls wanting to work in fashion: "If you don’t love it, you won’t last a week".

Chrissy tells me what it’s like b...

Young, Professional & Serving Ft. Joymarie Parker from 2017-03-29T16:48:55

"I’m starting to pay attention to who’s getting promoted, who’s literally making more money and it is people who are well dressed, well carried and present well period.” - Joymarie Parker Joymarie ...

Looking The Part & Living the 'Bomb Life' Ft. Claire Sulmers from 2017-03-16T20:57:46

"Having a website or being an influencer, there’s a constant figuring out of how can I make money from this?" Claire Sulmers's vision, fearlessness and commitment to excellence has made The Fash...

Happy Girls are the Prettiest Girls Ft. Alessandra Ford Balazs from 2017-02-28T23:15:12

‘Having lived with hundreds of models in my life, I can tell you that everyone has issues and the most important thing is to give yourself a break and be generous and kind. If you can’t get everyth...

Cardi B, Queen B, Red Carpet Style & More Ft. Marquis Phifer from 2017-02-10T18:36:05

Where is the red carpet glamour? The innovation?! Who's taking risks? Ahead of the Grammy’s Marquis and I discuss the musicians we love & their style. From the beloved Beyonce and Kanye West to...

Beauty Secrets Vol. 1: Look Better Instantly from 2017-02-08T16:20:32

Two simple things you can do (AT HOME, WITHOUT BUYING ANYTHING) to look better instantly. Conventional beauty wisdom is getting swept up with the trends so I'm bringing it back and suggesting my tw...

How to Age Gracefully but Still Keep it Sexy While You're Young Ft. My Mom & Grandma from 2017-01-11T17:08:48

3 Generations of beauty! I interview my Mom and Grandma on all things beauty & style. My Grandma preaches on the necessity of Spanx, how growing up in the 1940s have informed her standards of b...

New Year, New You (Not Really) Ft. Sarah Unger from 2016-12-22T20:21:13

Wise words from Sarah as we discuss wellness, the importance of investing in yourself, and making change year-round. Sarah also explains how the secular principles of buddhism have informed her wel...

How to Stay Sane & Get Married Ft. Avery Rowe & Stephanie Linka from 2016-12-05T22:00:34

Getting married is stressful as hell but you better do it right and look perfect for the MOST IMPORTANT DAY OF YOUR LIFE! Is it any wonder we create Bridezillas? I talk to Stephanie and Avery (two ...

The Return of @LowCheekBones: Instagram Fame & Internet Trolls from 2016-11-22T17:35:52

Caroline returns to discuss her ascent into internet fame with her hilarious, satirical and outlandish Instagram account: @lowcheeckbones. We also discuss fleeting fashion, shallow v-necks and low-...

Restalyne, Saint Laurent & An Old Soul Ft. Marquis Phifer from 2016-11-01T20:45:41

#Iconic episode ft.@marquisphifer aka Prince Jr. We discuss his background in military boarding school, how he created his signature look, our time at #Spellhouse and how to get the perfect face wi...

Always Be the Coolest Girl in the Room & Always Wear Sunscreen Ft. Gillian Sagansky from 2016-10-18T15:12:47

I talk to longtime friend and coolest girl I know: Gillian Sagansky, contributor at W magazine and international DJ. We discuss overcoming the intimidation factor of facials, growing up on the #UES...

Africa's Influence & Black Beauty Ft. Sarah Diouf from 2016-09-29T20:23:42

Sarah Diouf wants you to know that Africa is NOT a country. I speak to Sarah about Parisian style, black beauty, the rise of the Kardashians, fashion tribes and the fact that Africa is a continent ...

Sugar is the Devil Ft. Dani Cohen from 2016-09-14T20:37:03

Eating for beauty is a very real thing. I talk to Dani Cohen about her super-impressive diet that revolves around natural unprocessed foods. Her diet wasn’t always perfect though, she did a complet...

Soul Cycle & 1Oak Ft. Rachel Goldman & Alexis Tabak from 2016-08-23T19:18:06

Motivation to get yourself to the gym. I speak to long-time friend and Soul Cycle instructor Rachel & Soul Cycle fanatic Alexis about the power of exercise! Rachel gives straight talk on accoun...

#TeamNatural...or nah? Ft. Destiney Bishop & Danielle Bailey from 2016-07-29T21:26:47

All things natural hair from childhood to 2016. New products, a wealth of information, Instagram, YouTube and Pinterest are changing the way we feel about our hair -- it's never been better to be #...

"Light-Skinned Girls w/Big Hair Are Trending" Ft. Dalila Shannon & Aisling Camps from 2016-07-07T15:55:48

Dalila and Aisling share their experience growing up mixed race. We also talk hair struggles, skin bleaching, the commercialization of black beauty, the genius of Pat McGrath, how to be on trend wi...

The Life of a Beauty Editor: Caviar Creams & 24K Gold Ft. Caroline Solomon AKA @lowcheekbones from 2016-06-21T14:26:53

Caroline and I discuss her journey from Harvard to Harper's Bazaar, the Juicy Tubes of yore, going make-up free in front of bae, natural liquid liners and her hilarious Instagram account @lowcheekb...