Create and Consume | Navigating Life in the World of Social Media podcast

Create and Consume | Navigating Life in the World of Social Media

Create & Consume is a podcast about what we make, watch and buy in the era of digital content. Each week, host Austen Tosone will talk about a new topic related to the world of digital media. As a YouTuber and writer, she's tapped in to the latest in pop culture, fashion, and influencer marketing. From personal style and beauty products, to what's in Austen's online shopping cart, to stories from her previous careers as a magazine editor and content director, listen in for her hot takes and genuine thoughts about life in NYC in the age of scrolling, shopping, and all things social media.

Create & Consume is a podcast about what we make, watch and buy in the era of digital content. Each week, host Austen Tosone will talk about a new topic related to the world of digital media. As a YouTuber and writer, she's tapped in to the latest in pop culture, fashion, and influencer marketing. From personal style and beauty products, to what's in Austen's online shopping cart, to stories from her previous careers as a magazine editor and content director, listen in for her hot takes and genuine thoughts about life in NYC in the age of scrolling, shopping, and all things social media.

 

#57

Italy recap! a castle wedding & road trip through Tuscany - Ep 57

I’m back from Italy and have so much to catch you up on! Today I’m sharing the details of ... more

19 Jun 2025

58 MINS

58:21

19 Jun 2025


#56

Affordable beauty favorites under $25 - Ep 56

As a beauty content creator, I test dozens of products each month for work and today I wan... more

12 Jun 2025

44 MINS

44:24

12 Jun 2025


#55

2025 book recommendations & mid-year reading update - Ep 55

She’s in her reading era! At the start of the year, I shared my 2025 TBR list in a podcast... more

05 Jun 2025

44 MINS

44:21

05 Jun 2025


#54

My influencer toolkit: 15 apps I use every week - Ep 54

Even though I technically work alone as a self-employed creator, I do get a little help fr... more

29 May 2025

49 MINS

49:38

29 May 2025


#53

Work-life balance is out: work-life integration is in - Ep 53

You heard it here first: work-life balance is no longer something to strive for. Instead, ... more

22 May 2025

55 MINS

55:34

22 May 2025


#52

1 year of podcasting: reflections & future plans - Ep 52

It’s officially been one year of podcasting! In this episode, I’m reflecting on everything... more

15 May 2025

46 MINS

46:14

15 May 2025


#51

Met Gala recap: best dressed, surprise guests & more - Ep 51

Another Met Gala is in the books, and we have to talk about it. In this episode, we're... more

08 May 2025

49 MINS

49:14

08 May 2025


#50

The Met Gala: history, highlights & the 2025 theme - Ep 50

It’s almost the first Monday in May! We’re diving into everything you need to know about t... more

01 May 2025

35 MINS

35:15

01 May 2025


#49

The spring beauty edit: trends & seasonal swaps - Ep 49

Spring is here, which means it’s time to refresh our beauty routines. In this episode, I’m... more

24 Apr 2025

42 MINS

42:04

24 Apr 2025


#48

The hot girl’s guide to surviving a recession - Ep 48

The global economy has been going through some major shifts in the last few weeks and it’s... more

17 Apr 2025

46 MINS

46:14

17 Apr 2025


#47

How I made it 4 years as a self-employed creator - Ep 47

Can you believe it’s been four years since I left my 9-5 to become a full-time content cre... more

10 Apr 2025

45 MINS

45:47

10 Apr 2025


#46

The life-changing magic of knowing when to quit - Ep 46

Is it true that quitters never win? Hell, no. Today I’m sharing (many) stories of times I ... more

03 Apr 2025

49 MINS

49:08

03 Apr 2025


#45

A very niche game of would you rather - Ep 45

My word of the year for 2025 is enjoy, and I’m trying to remember to enjoy myself more eve... more

27 Mar 2025

39 MINS

39:09

27 Mar 2025


#44

Advice to my 20-year-old self - Ep 44

If you had the chance to get coffee with your younger self, what would you say? Inspired b... more

20 Mar 2025

38 MINS

38:52

20 Mar 2025


#43

Personal style journey and updates - Ep 43

A few months back, I recorded an episode called getting out of a style rut and today I wan... more

13 Mar 2025

44 MINS

44:43

13 Mar 2025


#42

How to spring clean your life - Ep 42

Spring cleaning isn’t just about making your space look nice—it’s about creating an enviro... more

06 Mar 2025

33 MINS

33:58

06 Mar 2025


#41

How influencer brand deals REALLY work - Ep 41

More people than ever are testing the influencer waters as the creator economy continues t... more

27 Feb 2025

34 MINS

34:35

27 Feb 2025