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Second Life

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Second Life

Join our host, Who What Wear co-founder Hillary Kerr, as she chronicles the career changes that can come at any age in our podcast, Second Life.

#556

Kara Brothers: Starface World President

[Kara Brothers] (https://www.instagram.com/karabrothers/) is the president of the mold-breaking skincare solutions company [Starface World] (https://starface.world/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaYYR9eLtUhBYBw_hOY2P7aFfndGE3I6kcu_NprvixgeLWvZag20vmwj9og_aem_HfAXIrMI_34hpThGNMHqrw) . She studied English in school and spent the early years of her career trying to find an industry and role that felt like a good fit for her. Brothers worked at several digital ad agencies before spending 10 years at Google, working in corporate strategy and strategic partnerships. During her time at the tech company, she also received an MBA from the NYU Stern School of Business, again to expand her worldview and career options. Working at Google taught her countless lessons, but she realized she wanted to work on physical products and something that made a real impact. So in 2020, she left her position, and after a brief stint at an AI company, was hired as the SVP of strategic initiatives at Starface World. Brothers implemented key communications and organizational strategies at the fledgling company and was made president soon after. Today, she uses her wealth of experience to guide all aspects of the company’s internal and external operations, as it continues to expand its footprint in the skincare and beauty industry. See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

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Yesterday

#555

The Who What Wear Podcast: Miss Claire Sullivan on Modern Couture, the Glory of a One-of-a-Kind Piec...

[Claire Sullivan] (https://www.instagram.com/missclairesullivan/?hl=en) is a designer, creative consultant, and founder of the design label [Miss Claire Sullivan] (https://missclaire.nyc/) . She grew up loving fashion and has a penchant for dramatic, voluminous designs. It’s no surprise, then, that after working as the co-creative director of the streetwear label Vaquera, she founded her own atelier, where she creates dynamic, one-of-a-kind designs. In the past year, she’s generated several iconic red carpet moments, such as Addison Rae’s padded bustier with a big tulle skirt. Her pieces have also been worn by the likes of Chappell Roan, Kylie Jenner, and Camila Cabello. This week, Sullivan joins Who What Wear Editorial Director Lauren Eggertsen to discuss her earliest style influences, what it's like to design custom pieces for her clients, and how she created an Anna Wintour–approved dress made out of maps for Hailey Bieber. See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

15 Jan 2025

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15 Jan 2025

#554

The Who What Wear Podcast: Tracing the Rise of Bob Dylan Through Clothing in A Complete Unknown With...

[Arianne Phillips] (https://www.instagram.com/ariannephillips/) is the costume designer for the new film A Complete Unknown, starring Timothée Chalamet as Bob Dylan. Phillips is an accomplished costume designer for stage and screen and has been nominated for the Academy Award for Best Costume Design three times, beginning with James Mangold's Walk the Line in 2006. For A Complete Unknown, she teamed up again with Mangold to re-create Bob Dylan's visual style with extreme specificity. Phillips spent several years researching Dylan's wardrobe, working with vintage experts, designers, and even Etsy sellers to find pieces that captured each iteration of Dylan's unique style. This week, she joins Erin Fitzpatrick, WWW's associate director of fashion news, to talk about her approach to the project, working with Chalamet, and collaborating with Levi's on a [new capsule collection] (https://www.levistrauss.com/2024/12/13/levis-vintage-a-complete-unknown/) that re-creates Dylan's favorite skinny jeans style. See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

08 Jan 2025

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08 Jan 2025

#553

Erika Thompson: Beekeeper and Founder of Texas Beeworks

[Erika Thompson] (https://www.instagram.com/texasbeeworks/?hl=en) is a beekeeper, bee advocate, and founder of the bee removal services company [Texas Beeworks] (https://texasbeeworks.com/) . Erika grew up in Texas loving all things animals and bugs. She studied geography at the University of Texas at Austin, and after a brief stint as a vet tech, embarked on a career in communications. She worked at several different nonprofit organizations over the years, but despite the impact she was making, she didn’t love sitting at a desk every day. In 2012, she signed up for a beekeeping class as a fun outlet. But from that first class, she was hooked. She started keeping bees herself and eventually began offering humane bee removal services to people in the Austin area. In 2018, she left the world of communications to commit to being a beekeeper full-time. In 2020, she made another major career move when she began posting videos of her bee removals on [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@texasbeeworks?lang=en) . Her passionate, kind, fascinating storytelling immediately resonated with others, and her audience grew quickly. Today, she has over 11 million followers, and several of the videos of her bee removals (which she still does for free!) have over 100 million views. See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

06 Jan 2025

58 MINS

58:04

06 Jan 2025

#552

The Who What Wear Podcast: Personalized Pet Charms and Martini Menorahs: A Conversation on Joyful Ac...

[Susan Korn] (https://www.instagram.com/susan.a.korn/) is the founder of the charming, quirky, and downright joyful accessories brand [Susan Alexandra] (https://www.susanalexandra.com/) . Korn started her brand by making jewelry and creating handmade painted pieces. But one fateful day, she discovered a bead shop in Chinatown and had a vision of a beaded bag she wanted to create. Her beaded bags have since cemented her as the queen of whimsical fashion. Now, she’s expanded into DIY charm jewelry, custom sculpted pet pieces, home goods, a full [Judaica] (https://www.susanalexandra.com/collections/judaica) line, and has collaborated with brands like [Pebbles] (https://www.susanalexandra.com/collections/berry-pebbles%E2%84%A2-x-susan-alexandra?srsltid=AfmBOopc1Nbbw5DTcwdZ_xj3btwVpu_sbN0WJRWDvDm8jQoPLOkAJuD1) , [Bose] (https://www.susanalexandra.com/products/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-x-susan-alexandra-dazzle-kit-moonstone-blue?srsltid=AfmBOoqcDOs54AXQ6Vw7CtkzFy4xH-Jrl3noS9QD2vZkQGsOqIG5N6l1) , and [Crocs] (https://www.susanalexandra.com/collections/crocs%E2%84%A2-x-susan-alexandra?srsltid=AfmBOoq9upmPZpCoUMD2XHy-zv_yVgCW5q_ZTMdC1Vo2ICdQY3ZX1nNh) . This week, she joins Kat to talk about how she approaches designing a new product, her dreams for the brand in 2025, and her epic [dog fashion show] (https://www.harpersbazaar.com/fashion/fashion-week/a62093363/susan-alexandra-rachel-antonoff-fashion-week-dog-show/) with Rachel Antonoff at New York Fashion Week this past fall. Listen to Susan Korn’s Second Life episode [here] (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/susan-korn-susan-alexandra-creative-director-designer/id1347626043?i=1000594645940) ! See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

18 Dec 2024

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18 Dec 2024

#551

Aisha Bowe: Aerospace Engineer, STEMBoard and Lingo Founder, and Future Astronaut

[Aisha Bowe] (https://www.instagram.com/aishabowe/) is an aerospace engineer and the founder of the engineering consultancy firm [STEMBoard] (https://www.stemboard.com/) . Bowe wasn’t always an engineering wizard. In high school, she struggled to connect academically and enrolled in community college with little hope that any field could interest her. But a teacher identified her strengths and suggested she try out engineering. She thrived in her engineering courses, and her confidence and sense of possibility for her career began to grow. She followed this passion to the University of Michigan, where she gained two degrees in aerospace engineering. Bowe interned at NASA in college and then was hired full-time. She ultimately spent seven years there, working on small spacecraft and flight trajectory dynamics. In 2013, she founded STEMBoard, a startup that provides engineering services and solutions—a feat she accomplished without any outside funding—and eventually left her job at NASA to pursue her startup full-time. In 2020, she founded [Lingo] (https://stemlingo.com/) , a company that creates self-paced, at-home STEM education kits for kids. Earlier this year, it was announced that she would be the first Black woman to travel to space with Blue Origin, the spaceflight company founded by Jeff Bezos. See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

16 Dec 2024

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16 Dec 2024

#550

The Who What Wear Podcast: The 2024 Luxury Report: Little Luxuries, Endless Elegance, and the Fashio...

This week, Shopping Director Bobby Schuessler sits down with Associate Director of Special Projects Kristen Nichols to discuss her [2024 Luxury Report] (https://www.whowhatwear.com/fashion/luxury/luxury-report-2024) . Her insightful, well-researched piece breaks down everything you need to know about the high-end fashion business right now, the biggest trends, what the most-coveted pieces say about where the industry is headed, and how leadership changes at the top fashion houses are setting the tone for luxury fashion’s future. Watch this episode of the Who What Wear Podcast on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VYortCBaf3A Read the Luxury Report [here] (https://www.whowhatwear.com/fashion/luxury/luxury-report-2024) . See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

11 Dec 2024

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11 Dec 2024

#549

Taryn Delanie Smith: Content Creator and Former Miss New York

Taryn Delanie is a [content creator] (https://www.tiktok.com/@taryndelaniesmith) and a former Miss New York. Taryn grew up in Seattle and originally had her heart set on becoming a diplomat. She gained a bachelor’s degree in communication studies from St. John’s University, and even spent time in Paris working in diplomacy. But when she was studying for a master’s degree in international communication and intercultural studies at St. John’s (and trying to stay afloat during the COVID-19 pandemic), she started posting comedic videos on TikTok. She immediately went viral, and her [second-ever video] (https://www.tiktok.com/@taryndelaniesmith/video/6990866759691635973?lang=en) —which was of reviewing her less-than-desirable NYC apartment—currently has over 21 million views. She started posting regularly, with fans loving her honest, joyful sense of humor. Ever the multitasker, in 2022, she won the Miss New York pageant, spending her time raising awareness of housing insecurity, and in 2023, she became the first runner-up for Miss America. In the last year, she’s grown her following and created new and instantly beloved characters like Denise, a receptionist in heaven. She’s also explored new opportunities such as co-hosting the Amazon Prime talk show Influenced. See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

09 Dec 2024

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09 Dec 2024

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The Who What Wear Podcast: Fashion Writer Becky Malinsky on 5 Things You Should Buy for the Holidays...

[Becky Malinsky] (https://www.instagram.com/becky_malinsky/?hl=en) is a stylist, consultant, and writer of the popular Substack newsletter [5 Things You Should Buy] (https://5thingsyoushouldbuy.substack.com/) . In 2022, after several years as The Wall Street Journal's deputy fashion director, she started her own business, offering executive and professional styling, consulting, trend reporting, and more. At the same time, she launched 5 Things You Should Buy, which provides insightful, straightforward advice and fashion analysis, and the newsletter now has over 64,000 subscribers. In this episode, we picked Malinsky's brain on everything from her hero pieces and how she styles them for winter to her favorite pieces from her brand-new [Alex Mill collaboration] (https://www.alexmill.com/collections/becky-malinsky) and, of course, five things we need for the holiday season. See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

04 Dec 2024

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37:30

04 Dec 2024

#547

Rebecca Zhou: Co-Founder and CEO of Soft Services

[Rebecca Zhou] (https://www.instagram.com/rebecca.zhou/?hl=en) is the co-founder and CEO of the bodycare brand [Soft Services] (https://softservices.com/) . Zhou has been at the forefront of the DTC consumer goods industry for over a decade. She began her career as a strategist at Gin Lane Media, an early investor in trendsetting brands like Harry's, Quip, Sweetgreen, and Reformation. She then moved over to Glossier as the third-ever employee and head of digital product. After that, she consulted for five years, bringing her expertise and keen design eye to places such as Khaite, Peach & Lily, and DVF. In 2017, she co-founded a luxury housecoat business with her husband called [OffHours] (https://offhours.co/) . That project sparked her desire to return to building a company from the ground up, so in 2019, she co-founded Soft Services, an innovative bodycare brand that creates sumptuous products that provide effective solutions for skin issues like keratosis pilaris and body acne. Earlier this year, Soft Services launched at [Sephora online] (https://www.sephora.com/brand/soft-services) and in 300 stores across the country. See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

02 Dec 2024

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02 Dec 2024

#546

The Who What Wear Podcast: Wicked Costume Designer Paul Tazewell Talks Glinda’s Bubble Dress, Elphab...

[Paul Tazewell] (https://www.instagram.com/paultazewell/?hl=en) is the costume designer for the film adaptation of the smash musical hit Wicked, which was released in theaters on November 22. Tazewell is a renowned costume designer celebrated for his contributions to Broadway, television, and film. In fact, in 2016, he won both a Tony for his designs in Hamilton and an Emmy for his creations on The Wiz Live! Today, he joins Who What Wear Entertainment Director Jess Baker to give us a deep dive into the development and creation of Wicked’s incredible costumes. They talk about everything from the color palette chosen for Shiz University’s uniforms to creating an entirely new pair of silver slippers inspired by 1930s court shoes and tornadoes (of course). See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

27 Nov 2024

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27 Nov 2024

#545

Lauren Caris Cohan: Reformation Chief Creative Officer and Filmmaker

[Lauren Caris Cohan] (https://www.instagram.com/laurencariscohan/) is a filmmaker and the chief creative officer of the chic and sustainable womenswear brand [Reformation] (https://www.thereformation.com/new/this-week?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiA57G5BhDUARIsACgCYnxyNVNy70ML3k8NZVF-nQ2x-w6JxYOZxdyditS1ai08NlTnBTKWTpAaAi4XEALw_wcB) . Lauren got her start as a styling assistant at Free People in Philadelphia in the late 2000s, eventually working her way up to the title of artistic director. While looking to pursue a newfound interest in screenwriting, she was given carte blanche to create a series of narrative short films for the brand. In 2017, she left the company to look for new opportunities to explore filmmaking. She consistently worked on her projects, creating short films, writing scripts, and co-founding a creative services agency called Lolly Would. In 2017, she co-founded the industry-disrupting lingerie brand Cuup, again bringing her distinctive creative flair to craft the storytelling around the start-up. In 2020, she was brought in by Reformation to consult on projects, and in 2022, she was appointed the role of chief creative officer. In her time as CCO, she’s guided Reformation through some truly amazing collaborations—from the New York City Ballet to Monica Lewinsky. See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

25 Nov 2024

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25 Nov 2024

#544

The Who What Wear Podcast: Our 2024 Holiday Gift Guide: Bag Charms, French Butter Presses, and Every...

This week, [Kat] (https://www.instagram.com/katcollings/) , Who What Wear co-founder and Chief Content Officer [Hillary Kerr] (https://www.instagram.com/hillarykerr/) , Shopping Director [Bobby Schuessler] (https://www.instagram.com/bobbyschuessler/) , and Editorial Director [Lauren Eggertsen] (https://www.instagram.com/laurenegg/) are here to discuss their best, chicest, and most original gift ideas for the holidays. They’ve curated a list for (almost) everyone in your life, from a vintage butter mold and a gorgeously kitschy wine bottle apron for the host in your life to personalized packing cubes for your travel-obsessed bestie. They also talk tips for buying presents for multiple people in your life during the busy holiday season, the value of a personalized gift, and whether or not thank-you notes are still required in this day and age. See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

20 Nov 2024

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20 Nov 2024

#543

Geo Rutherford: Artist, Author, and Spooky Lakes Creator

Geo Rutherford is a popular [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@geodesaurus?lang=en) creator and author of the new book [Spooky Lakes: 25 Strange and Mysterious Lakes That Dot Our Planet] (https://www.amazon.com/Spooky-Lakes-Strange-Mysterious-Planet/dp/1419770535) . Geo started her career as a high school art teacher in the Midwest, creating engaging and thoughtful art curricula for her students. She eventually decided to get her MFA at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Upon moving, she fell in love with the Great Lakes and their unique role in our ecosystem. (She even based her thesis art show on them.) When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, she started posting videos on TikTok, and one of her first-ever videos about her Great Lakes–inspired art went viral. She then leveraged her background in arts education with her newfound limnology hobby and posted more about lakes, telling informative, entertaining stories about the oddest and coolest lakes worldwide. This fall, she published her book, which Kirkus Reviews calls “a chilling but thrilling primer for budding limnologists,” and continued her annual TikTok series, Spooky Lake Month, in October. Content warning: Brief discussion of suicide Note: The audio introduction incorrectly states that Geo received a Master's in Arts Education. She received an MFA from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

18 Nov 2024

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48:34

18 Nov 2024

#542

The Who What Wear Podcast: The State of Style in 2024 with Senior Fashion Editor Anna LaPlaca

Today, Senior Fashion Editor [Anna LaPlaca] (https://www.instagram.com/anna__laplaca/) joins us to discuss her 2024 State of Style story. At the end of each year, Anna takes a closer look at why the trends of the last year have emerged, what they point to in our larger society—and what might be next. She’s incorporated detailed research from industry sources and talked to fellow editors and experts to take the pulse of the fashion industry right now. Is boho here to stay, or are we simply feeling the singular effects of Chloe? Is quiet luxury finally cycling out? What does the return of maximalist fashion mean culturally? Listen to find out. Watch this episode of the Who What Wear Podcast on YouTube: [https://youtu.be/eot3XHAzDt0] (https://youtu.be/eot3XHAzDt0) Read the State of Style [here] (https://www.whowhatwear.com/fashion/trends/state-of-style-2024) . See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

13 Nov 2024

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13 Nov 2024

#541

Scarlett Johansson: Actor, Director, and Co-Founder of The Outset

Scarlett Johansson is an actor, director, producer, and co-founder of the skincare company [The Outset] (https://theoutset.com/) . She began acting at age nine and continued to work steadily through adolescence and beyond, making films alongside industry legends like Robert Redford and taking on increasingly ambitious roles like the titular character in Girl With the Pearl Earring. Her career climbed to new heights in the last decade, as she was nominated for Academy Awards for the films Jojo Rabbit and Marriage Story, and played the lethal superhero Black Widow in the Marvel movie franchise. But after years as an accomplished actress, she knew that she wanted to expand her horizons and use some of her hard-earned expertise for her own projects. She then founded her own production company, These Pictures, and in 2022, co-founded the skincare company, The Outset, to provide solutions for adult acne and other skin issues that had plagued her for years. The brand, which launched on Amazon and QVC earlier this year, has come to be known for its effective ingredients and simple, nonirritating formulas. As if that wasn’t enough, this year, Scarlett directed her first feature film, Eleanor the Great, starring the 94-year-old acting legend June Squibb. PS: Listeners can use code SECONDLIFE for 20% off their purchase of The Outset products (bundles and sets not included) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

11 Nov 2024

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