UnStyled
69 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 482 ratingsUnStyled is a weekly podcast hosted by Refinery29 Global Editor-in-Chief & Co-founder, Christene Barberich, that explores the funny, inspiring, sometimes heartbreaking tales of life, work, and love—as told through the things that we wear. Guests this season include Shailene Woodley, E. Jean Carroll, Samantha Bee, and more. For more UnStyled extras check out @christenebarberich and sign up for our exclusive UnStyled newsletter delivered straight to your inbox every week. Thanks for tuning in!
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Priyanka Chopra on super-sizing ambition
June 10, 2020 16:47 - 28 minutes - 53.1 MBPriyanka Chopra Jonas is a global superstar and one of India’s most famous women, but that doesn’t mean she’s slowing down any time soon. The unapologetically ambitious actress, philanthropist, and producer has found plenty of crossover success in America, including on ABC’s Quantico, where she became the first South Asian woman to lead a network TV drama (her dreamy wedding last year to Nick Jonas didn’t hurt much either). Nevertheless, Chopra is down-to-earth, deeply driven, and a staunch a...
Jane Fonda on sparking your own personal revolution
February 12, 2020 05:00 - 46 minutes - 44.1 MBJane Fonda has been a Hollywood icon since the 1960s, starring in films like Barbarella, Klute, and 9 to 5, and Coming Home (for which she won her second Academy Award). She’s also been a steady force in the world of political and social activism, marching against the wars in Vietnam and Iraq, and speaking out in support of the Civil Rights Movement. Today, in addition to her role on the mega-hit Netflix show Grace & Frankie, Fonda is working with Greenpeace and today’s leading environmental ...
Celeste Barber on fame and the absurdity of social media
February 07, 2020 05:00 - 39 minutes - 37.8 MBComedian Celeste Barber has 6.8 million followers on Instagram thanks to her iconic #celestechallengeaccepted photo series. But when she’s not whipping up very funny takes on sexy celebrity photos, she’s also a writer, actor, mom, and outspoken feminist. And, well, if that’s not enough, the Australian comedian just broke the Facebook fundraising record, raising $32 million for Australian wildlife relief with donations from 1.2 million people globally. She wears a lot of hats, but it’s her ref...
Aya Kanai on becoming your truest self
December 30, 2019 21:00 - 39 minutes - 37.5 MBAya Kanai is Marie Claire’s newly minted editor-in-chief, and she has big plans for the iconic women’s pub, including ramping up political coverage, getting in touch with its French roots, and…wearing her favorite jeans and combat boots to the office. Aya has written, edited, and styled for some of the top fashion publications in the world, and though she’s found incredible success, she doesn’t take the path to the top for granted. Aya joins Refinery29 editor-in-chief Christene Barb...
Maggie Gyllenhaal on wise women and the upside of falling apart
December 19, 2019 22:00 - 32 minutes - 30.7 MBMaggie Gyllenhaal has been a fascinating Hollywood fixture for nearly two decades, starring in sharp, boundary-pushing films like Secretary and The Kindergarten Teacher, as well as HBO’s ‘70s porn industry drama The Deuce. Her latest project, an adaptation of Elena Ferrante’s The Lost Daughter, will be her long-awaited directorial debut, a story Gyllenhaal was drawn to for its frank depiction of motherhood and the inevitable complexities that come with it. On this episode of UnStyled, Gyllen...
Sam Taylor-Johnson on kicking down doors, no matter what
December 05, 2019 18:30 - 37 minutes - 35.2 MBSam Taylor-Johnson is one of just four percent of the Hollywood directors of the top 100 films who are women. Such astonishing odds haven’t stopped her from making films that are often visionary in their exploration of the beauty gleaned from a flawed existence. Her latest, an adaptation of James Frey’s controversial best-selling book A Million Little Pieces, stars her husband and creative partner, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, with whom she also co-wrote the script. Sam joins host Christene Barberic...
Alyssa Mastromonaco on discovering your political values
September 30, 2019 03:00 - 41 minutes - 38.9 MBAlyssa Mastromonaco didn’t exactly seek out a career in politics but, after an unforgettable college internship in the office of Bernie Sanders, turns out she was made for it. Alyssa rose in the ranks to become a true inspirational Washington insider, serving as President Barack Obama’s Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations from 2011 to 2014. Though she's no longer in the White House, she's still our go-to expert on politics—and life. Alyssa joins us in the studio to talk about how b...
Alyssa Mastromonaco on discovering your political values
September 30, 2019 03:00 - 41 minutes - 38.9 MBAlyssa Mastromonaco didn’t exactly seek out a career in politics but, after an unforgettable college internship in the office of Bernie Sanders, turns out she was made for it. Alyssa rose in the ranks to become a true inspirational Washington insider, serving as President Barack Obama’s Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations from 2011 to 2014. Though she's no longer in the White House, she's still our go-to expert on politics—and life. Alyssa joins us in the studio to talk about how best to fi...
Elizabeth Olson on the real role of personal style
September 23, 2019 04:00 - 33 minutes - 31.6 MBAs the Senior Director of Brand Creative at Kate Spade, Elizabeth Olson (not the actress) has a sharp eye and strong opinions about what she likes to wear. Previously serving as an Art & Creative Director at multiple magazines including T for the New York Times, Elizabeth has been the driving force behind some of the world's most respected fashion, travel, and food titles, yet, honing her personal style, and weeding through what works and what doesn't is one of her most treasured super-powers...
Molly Ringwald on being eternally iconic
September 16, 2019 03:00 - 36 minutes - 34.6 MBMolly Ringwald cemented her place in film history as THE face of '80s teen classics — The Breakfast Club, Sixteen Candles, and Pretty In Pink — movies still referenced and celebrated today for their expert portrayals of adolescence in all its brilliant minutiae. And though these era-defining movies made her an icon, as a teen herself, Molly struggled with something more universal: growing up. Tune in for this week’s episode of UnStyled as Molly discusses her early films, relocating and ultim...
Alyssa Milano on driving a grassroots revolution
September 09, 2019 03:40 - 29 minutes - 28 MBEarly on in her stardom, Alyssa Milano learned the importance of using her fame for good. whether it was a kiss on live tv to combat misconceptions around the AIDS/HIV crisis in the late 80's and early 90's or more recently, giving legs to the #MeToo movement, Alyssa is a true advocate for change and she knows that change begins from the ground up. Listen in as we sit with Alyssa to discuss her long tenure of activism and just how crucial one of her latest projects, #2020fund, is to the fight...
Dorinda Medley on getting older, wiser, and better
September 02, 2019 03:33 - 41 minutes - 39.7 MBIf you'd asked Dorinda Medley ten years ago if she’d be on one of the most successful reality shows in history—and the subject of some of your favorite gifs and memes—she never would have believed you. Whether she's telling someone to "clip" it or just calling them out on their sh*t, Dorinda has become a beloved fixture and fan favorite of Bravo's "Real Housewives of New York City." Though the death of her second husband Richard will always be a part of her, Dorinda is savoring life as an un...
Aminatou Sow on sisterhood and creative soulmates
August 26, 2019 03:27 - 38 minutes - 36.9 MBAminatou Sow has been on your airwaves since 2014. An early pioneer of podcasts, Aminatou co-hosts the hugely popular Call Your Girlfriend, where she tackles everything from marriage to toppling the patriarchy. Join us on this week's UnStyled, where Aminatou discusses chronic illness & menopause, her own recovery from cancer, and how a scare with her physical health ultimately impacted her emotional and mental health. Aminatou came to realize that friends will always be there to see her thro...
Samantha Bee on laughing through work and life
August 19, 2019 03:23 - 30 minutes - 29.4 MBSamantha Bee is one of the definitive voices of late night television. Her show, Full Frontal with Samantha Bee, is known for its sharp and poignant commentary in an era that may not be described as the best of times. But, on this week’s episode of UnStyled, we meet a more personal, vulnerable side of the producer, host and comedian- learning about one of the earliest and most important influences of her life, an unforgettable encounter with Bruce Springsteen and how she's seen it all through...
E. Jean Carroll on the precarious role of men
August 12, 2019 03:26 - 40 minutes - 38.2 MBIt's been 24 years since E. Jean Carroll walked into Bergdorf Goodman and was assaulted by the current leader of the free world. As a self-described member of the Silent Generation, E. Jean didn't dwell on the incident that would ultimately change her life and become a defining story in her new collection of essays, a memoir titled, "What Do We Need Men For?" Inspired by the #MeToo movement and the countless readers she's encountered as a longtime advice columnist for Elle Magazine, E. Jean's...
Stephanie Danler on writing a new destiny
August 05, 2019 03:31 - 46 minutes - 43.6 MBStephanie Danler packed up and headed to New York City with a dream of becoming a writer. But before she could put pen to paper, she embarked on an ultimately successful career in the restaurant industry — not knowing at the time that this would inspire her breakout novel, Sweetbitter, which would in turn form the basis of an acclaimed Starz TV series. Listen in on this week's episode of UnStyled to hear about Stephanie’s journey — and how, contending with absent parents, a deteriorating ...
Shailene Woodley on knowing your worth
July 29, 2019 04:00 - 40 minutes - 38.7 MBShailene Woodley worked in Hollywood for 23 years before deciding she'd had enough. It was during this hiatus, while she took time to learn about the world and how she could help make it a better place, that the opportunity of a lifetime arrived. After some convincing, she returned to acting, joining one of the most formidable female casts ever assembled, on HBO’s Big Little Lies. Tune in to this week's episode as Shailene talks staying centered, remaining positive and what she's learning fro...
Stacy London on thriving through grief
July 01, 2019 03:09 - 42 minutes - 40.2 MBThe last few years haven’t been easy for Stacy London—spinal surgery, a breakup, and vanishing finances were just a few of the hurdles the stylist, author, and former What Not To Wear host overcame. What she couldn’t have expected though, was that there was another major life-altering event about to shake up her world all over again. Tune in to hear how Stacy, back as a guest on UnStyled for a third time, is starting her next chapter, gearing up with a new TV show and rebuilding her life afte...
Jenny Slate on not allowing relationships to define you
June 24, 2019 03:23 - 39 minutes - 37.7 MBFrom beloved, unconventional, often hilarious roles as "Marcel the Shell," Mona Lisa Saperstein on "Parks & Recreation," or Donna Stern in the indie hit, "Obvious Child," actor, writer, and comedian Jenny Slate can definitely make you think as much as she makes us laugh. Tune in to this week’s episode of UnStyled where Jenny shares a different side of the funny woman we've seen before—from breakups that have shaped her, her exit from SNL, her writing (she has a new collection of essays hitt...
Pamela Adlon on why it’s finally her time
June 17, 2019 02:30 - 36 minutes - 34.3 MBYou may not know her face but you definitely know Pamela Adlon's voice and her vision. She's spent decades in supporting roles (an alum of The Facts of Life and Californication) and voiceovers (young Bobby Hill of King of the Hill), the latter of which garnered her an Emmy. Though she’s been accustomed to life on the periphery, Pamela finally got her shot in the spotlight when she partnered with FX to create her own show, Better Things, a dramedy tour de force that puts women and their storie...
Elaine Welteroth on taking detours towards your dream
June 10, 2019 03:08 - 39 minutes - 37.8 MBElaine Welteroth knew she was destined to work in the magazine industry. After cold-calling editors for months, she got her big break working as an assistant on an Ebony Magazine cover shoot with Serena Williams—a rare opportunity that would eventually lead to her becoming the Editor-in-Chief at Teen Vogue (not to mention, only the second Black EIC in the entire company's history). Although Elaine was the guiding hand behind Teen Vogue's transformation from a fashion magazine to a c...
Elaine Welteroth on taking detours towards your dream
June 10, 2019 03:08 - 39 minutes - 37.8 MBElaine Welteroth knew she was destined to work in the magazine industry. After cold-calling editors for months, she got her big break working as an assistant on an Ebony Magazine cover shoot with Serena Williams—a rare opportunity that would eventually lead to her becoming the Editor-in-Chief at Teen Vogue (not to mention, only the second Black EIC in the entire company's history). Although Elaine was the guiding hand behind Teen Vogue's transformation from a fashion magazine to a cultural to...
Karlie Kloss on re-modeling the tech industry
June 03, 2019 02:30 - 28 minutes - 27.5 MBFollowing a chance discovery at her local mall in St. Louis, Karlie Kloss went from shy, awkward freshman to runway It-girl—all during her first year of high school. Today, Karlie has one of the most recognizable faces on the planet. No doubt you’ve seen her on billboards, magazine covers and most recently the small screen hosting the newly revamped Project Runway. After years of being the silent muse in front of the camera, listen in to hear how Karlie has found her voice and is using it to...
Danielle Cadet on the beauty and importance of celebrating black women
May 27, 2019 02:46 - 29 minutes - 28.4 MBRefinery29 began Unbothered as an Instagram channel to celebrate black women. Under the tutelage of its new Managing Editor, Danielle Cadet, who hails from the Huffington Post & ESPN, the channel has fully grown to embody and surpass its mission statement of becoming a ‘community celebrating Black voices, Black art, and Black women.’ This week on UnStyled, listen in as Danielle talks about the importance of championing and amplifying black women — and exactly why they’re so unbother...
Danielle Cadet on the beauty and importance of celebrating black women
May 27, 2019 02:46 - 29 minutes - 28.4 MBRefinery29 began Unbothered as an Instagram channel to celebrate black women. Under the tutelage of its new Managing Editor, Danielle Cadet, who hails from the Huffington Post & ESPN, the channel has fully grown to embody and surpass its mission statement of becoming a ‘community celebrating Black voices, Black art, and Black women.’ This week on UnStyled, listen in as Danielle talks about the importance of championing and amplifying black women — and exactly why they’re so unbothered. Hos...
Stella Bugbee on leaning in to the chaos of the digital world
May 20, 2019 09:36 - 26 minutes - 25.9 MBIn an era where information travels faster than ever before, if you’re not able to adapt, like, ASAP, be prepared to get left behind. That pace and power to respond is something that not only drives Stella Bugbee—longtime editor and newly minted President & EIC of women’s website, The Cut—but it’s become a catalyst for channeling a clear vision through the chaos. Tune in to hear how she leads in an always-on world, as well as her take on where the future of women’s storytelling is headed. ...
Kate Hudson on balancing big business with sustainable style
May 13, 2019 02:59 - 25 minutes - 24.4 MBAs an extra-busy, Oscar-nominated actress, Kate Hudson is used to juggling (many) roles — which is why the mom of three, and second-generation Hollywood royal, has so deftly maneuvered the corporate and apparel worlds. From designing and growing collections for her $300m+ athleisure company, Fabletics, to a recent ready-to-wear partnership with New York & Company, Kate has proven you don't have to sacrifice a conscious—and creative— approach for the bottom line. Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...
Chelsea Handler on burning out and reigniting the flame
May 06, 2019 03:12 - 27 minutes - 26.4 MBChelsea Handler has no problem telling it like it is. In fact, it’s her straightforward personality that’s been her trademark throughout her late night & Netflix gigs, as well as her six New York Times bestselling books. And, Chelsea’s latest project, Life Will Be The Death Of Me...and you too!, is no different. In this beautiful, often raw memoir, and on this episode of UnStyled, too, Chelsea bares it all, confronting herself (and her fans) all the while, posing some of life’s toughest quest...
Katja Blichfeld on living your truth
November 26, 2018 04:13 - 41 minutes - 39.3 MBIn the midst of an award-winning career as a casting director, Katja Blichfeld began a little side project with her then husband, Ben Sinclair—a project that would eventually evolve into the mega hit HBO show spinning sweet New York vignettes (plus a weed dealer), High Maintenance. With the series now in its third season, Katja is exploring her own story a lot more closely, too, confronting relationships, identity, new projects, and what it takes to live a life authentic. Hosted on Acast. S...
Aly Raisman & Jen Foyle on finding your voice as a leader and a brand
November 19, 2018 04:52 - 59 minutes - 55.6 MBOlympic gymnast has become the voice of a generation and through her experience & tragedy, a movement has arisen. Aly is an activist who is questioning the institution and will no longer be silenced. In conjunction with the gold medalist, Aerie's Global Brand President and retail industry veteran, Jen Foyle, discuss the empowerment of young women and celebrate the differences that make us all unique. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aly Raisman & Jen Foyle on finding your voice as a leader and a brand
November 19, 2018 04:52 - 59 minutes - 55.6 MBOlympic gymnast has become the voice of a generation and through her experience & tragedy, a movement has arisen. Aly is an activist who is questioning the institution and will no longer be silenced. In conjunction with the gold medalist, Aerie's Global Brand President and retail industry veteran, Jen Foyle, discuss the empowerment of young women and celebrate the differences that make us all unique. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Hilaria Baldwin on new motherhood and mom goals
November 12, 2018 05:43 - 43 minutes - 41.2 MBHilaria Baldwin, mother of four and wife of that Alec, is pretty much mom goals. She's grown her family in the last four and a half years and while it may have tested her body—and her fans—her resolve remains stronger than ever. After overcoming her own struggles of early adulthood (body image, eating disorders, and injury) and finally opening herself to a new kind of love, Hilaria is fully focused on being the best mom she can for her partner and four kids...or will it be five? Hosted on A...
Lena Dunham on forging a path to what's next
November 05, 2018 04:21 - 38 minutes - 36.1 MBLena Dunham could be deemed the ultimate millennial role model. After producing, writing, and starring in her film breakthrough, Tiny Furniture, co-creating a groundbreaking TV series, and penning a riveting coming-of-age memoir, her 20s were all about success and the spotlight. But now as Dunham embarks on a new decade, she (and her millions of fans) are asking: So, what's next? Listen on as Lena contemplates the path ahead, ushering in a new HBO show, Camping, exploring life as a single wom...
Misty Copeland on overcoming struggle through grace
October 29, 2018 03:23 - 36 minutes - 34.8 MBNo one embodies the word 'grace' quite like Misty Copeland. After discovering ballet at age 13, she went from classes at the local Boys & Girls Club (an organization she is still deeply involved with today) to becoming the first African American principal dancer for the renowned American Ballet Theatre. We sat down with the world's most beloved prima ballerina to hear her story of personal discovery, of struggle, and how through it all, Mariah Carey will always be by her side. Hosted ...
Bethenny Frankel on being a natural born disruptor
October 22, 2018 03:07 - 39 minutes - 37.2 MBStarring on The Real Housewives of New York City since the show's 2008 debut, Bethenny Frankel has transformed from struggling natural food chef to full-on mogul. In the process, she's changed the way her fellow reality stars, and women, do business. But recently, after overcoming her own personal tragedies, Bethenny has turned her concern to those in need...because why have all these successes if you're not using it to help those who truly need it? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...
Busy Philipps on going filter free
October 18, 2018 04:54 - 39 minutes - 37.6 MBBusy Philipps has no problem putting it all out there; if you follow her on social media, this shouldn't come as a surprise. With the release of her memoir, This Will Only Hurt A Little, and a talk show premiering on the small screen later this month, Busy's taking her unfiltered self from her phone to your TV and bookshelves – and showing us all how to be real. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tess Holliday on upending the attitudes and industry of size inclusivity
October 15, 2018 03:36 - 39 minutes - 37.6 MBTess Holliday isn't someone to take her success for granted...because she's more than earned it. Frequently bullied while growing up in a small town in the Bible Belt, Tess dreamed of being a model, despite the fact that there were no models working that looked like her. Fast-forward, and this international celebrity and advocate for body diversity and body positivity has just released her TV special on People, graced the covers of both Self and Cosmo UK, not to mention a slew of other projec...
Hanya Yanagihara on making your mark in a brave new media world
October 08, 2018 03:34 - 38 minutes - 36.6 MBSeasoned editor Hanya Yanagihara took the helm of T, The NY Times Style Magazine, in 2017, and under her editorship, the magazine’s coverage of all things style, arts, and culture has faithfully sharpened its edge. On her off hours, she's renowned as one of the most compelling and unconventional best-selling novelists of our time. Listen in to hear how this legendary wordsmith is making her mark in the new age of media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Hanya Yanagihara on making your mark in a brave new media world
October 08, 2018 03:34 - 38 minutes - 36.6 MBSeasoned editor Hanya Yanagihara took the helm of T, The NY Times Style Magazine, in 2017, and under her editorship, the magazine’s coverage of all things style, arts, and culture has faithfully sharpened its edge. On her off hours, she's renowned as one of the most compelling and unconventional best-selling novelists of our time. Listen in to hear how this legendary wordsmith is making her mark in the new age of media. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Cynthia Erivo on navigating success & destiny
October 01, 2018 03:30 - 32 minutes - 31.3 MBCynthia Erivo didn’t plan on a career in entertainment, but after being encouraged to enroll in the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London, there was no turning back. With a whole host of awards and accolades already filling up her resume, this actor-singer is now transforming from Broadway starlet to the big screen’s leading lady. She’s always had a big voice, but now Cynthia Erivo is cultivating the kind of career that only the biggest dreams are made of. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...
Jenna Lyons on the art of starting over
September 24, 2018 03:23 - 38 minutes - 36.1 MBJenna Lyons spent 26 years and practically her whole career at J. Crew, and she’s often credited as the visionary genius who transformed the brand from basics emporium to fashion phenom. And, in doing just that, Jenna became an icon, too. After leaving the company just last year, and simultaneously recovering from the ending of a long-term romantic relationship, Jenna is making her way back, working on her next big chapter. She may be starting over, but it’s never been more exciting to see wh...
Cynthia Nixon on being the political change we’ve been waiting for
September 04, 2018 04:00 - 30 minutes - 29 MBLately, Tony/Grammy/Emmy award winning actress Cynthia Nixon is more frequently recognized for her activism than her iconic roles. Fighting for marijuana legalization, more funding in public schools and raising taxes for the one percent, Nixon is working to change New York for the better and make it a community for ALL. Just weeks before the primary, we sat with Nixon to talk about her plans as she aims to land her next big role...as governor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor...
Yara Shahidi on being an everyday agent of change
February 07, 2018 05:00 - 26 minutes - 25.8 MBIf you're like us, you've grown to know and love teen supernova, Yara Shahidi through her standout role as Zoey Johnson on hit TV show, Black-ish, a role that's swiftly catapulted her to stardom. Not only has Yara already locked in the second season of her spinoff show, Grown-ish but she's also expanding her resume to include directing her first film and becoming a civic engagement advocate. Way wise beyond her 17 years, Yara has emerged a true and committed agent of change, setting...
Yara Shahidi on being an everyday agent of change
February 07, 2018 05:00 - 26 minutes - 25.8 MBIf you're like us, you've grown to know and love teen supernova, Yara Shahidi through her standout role as Zoey Johnson on hit TV show, Black-ish, a role that's swiftly catapulted her to stardom. Not only has Yara already locked in the second season of her spinoff show, Grown-ish but she's also expanding her resume to include directing her first film and becoming a civic engagement advocate. Way wise beyond her 17 years, Yara has emerged a true and committed agent of change, setting a powerfu...
Sophia Bush on (finally) rewriting the rules of your own life
December 18, 2017 05:00 - 29 minutes - 28.3 MBSophia Bush was thrust into the spotlight barely in her 20s when she joined the cast of the TV drama One Tree Hill. Having recently walked away from her powerhouse leading role on Chicago PD, she's now stepping into a new one: A production and development deal with 20th Century Fox AND her power as a bold voice and activist for women, reproductive rights, sexual assault, and other critical issues like speaking out against trolls and making social media a safer place to engage and express opin...
Laura Brown on navigating the brave new world of women's media
December 11, 2017 05:00 - 27 minutes - 26.5 MBAussie native Laura Brown came to NYC 16 years ago with $1,000 in her pocket and zero industry contacts. Fast forward to 2017, one year into her role as Editor-in-Chief of America's most influential lifestyle magazine InStyle, where she's redefining how to tell vibrant stories about some of the world's most influential celebrities and game-changers. As one of the leading voices informing women's media today, Laura joined UnStyled to discuss her own unique path, fusing her signature "funny" in...
Sesali Bowen on the art of turning your voice into a dream job
December 04, 2017 05:00 - 27 minutes - 26 MBRefinery29 entertainment writer Sesali Bowen has been cultivating her voice as an authority on pop culture through the unique lens of being a self-described fat black queer woman and trap feminist. Born and raised in Chicago and a previous campus organizer for Planned Parenthood, Sesali never thought it was possible to turn her writing hobby into a career path, but not only has she done just that, she's helping to shape a powerful new view of the young feminist voice. Hosted on Acast. See a...
Naomi Wolf on decoding the new Beauty Myths and mobilizing a new generation of activism
November 27, 2017 05:00 - 25 minutes - 24.8 MBIt's been 30 years since Naomi Wolf penned the then—and still—electrifying feminist handbook The Beauty Myth, a game-changing bestseller that cemented her status as a third-wave feminist and cultural critic. Today, Naomi is focusing her work and voice on ushering in a new generation of feminists and activists with her latest endeavor, DailyClout, a site designed to excite digitally engaged democracy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Bethann Hardison on the power to continually drive racial diversity on the runways
November 20, 2017 05:00 - 30 minutes - 29.3 MBFollowing the now-legendary 1973 Battle of Versaille fashion show, Bethann Hardison was the coveted supermodel of the moment. And though this speaker, activist, and iconic model may no longer walk the runway in a traditional sense, Bethann's presence is there, as she continues to fire and fuel the fashion industry and, specifically, her long-held commitment to driving more and continued diversity down the runways. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Alexa Chung on the very stylish life of the ultimate outsider-insider
November 13, 2017 05:00 - 26 minutes - 25.8 MBSince she exploded on the style scene 15 years ago, Alexa Chung has evolved into the ultimate bad girl in an It Girl world. Which is exactly why we wanted to talk to her about her successful new role as fashion designer, her enduring unwillingness to be fake (ever!), and her constant navigating through a fancy fashion industry as the ultimate outsider-insider. Then, after you've listened to this episode, check out Refinery29's UnCOVER profile for more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...