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This week's podcast kicks off with senior reporters Gabriela Barkho and Melissa Daniels discussing Klarna's latest earnings, which showed that a growing number of the BNPL service's users defaulting on their loans. In other news, Dockers and The Vitamin Shoppe were both acquired by respective companies. Levi Strauss announced the sale of khakis maker Dockers to Authentic Brands Group for $311 million. The Vitamin Shoppe was bought out by Kingswood Capital Management and Performance Investment Partners for an undisclosed amount. Both sales are examples of struggling retailers trying to find their footing with modern customers. Later in the episode (22:18), Daniels speaks with Liran Golan, the chief supply chain officer at Bansk Beauty that holds hair care brands Amika, Eva NYC and Ethique. They discuss how tariff policy changes can impact brands beyond the duties themselves, with a ripple effect on how brands make, manage and move their product.

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This week, Kate unpacks the art, science, and history of gossip with Kelsey McKinney (from the beloved podcast Normal Gossip and author of NYT bestselling book You Didn't Hear This From Me). They explore a variety of angles for this topic, such as how dismissing gossip as "women's talk" has historically been a tool of patriarchal control, religious institutions, or corporations, etc., and how gossip networks have actually served as feminist resistance channels throughout history. They also examine their complicated relationship with parasocial relationships and "entitlement gossip," forever navigating the fine line between being messy Bs who love tea and recognizing gossip's legitimate social power. Enjoy!SUPPORT OUR SPONSORSOrder Kate's NYT Bestselling book, One in a Millennial here!Text or leave a voicemail for Kate at 775-HEY-BETH!For April, Amika is giving the Beths a one-time use code for 15% off your first order through the end of April. Just go to loveamika.com/bethereinfive and use code BETHEREINFIVE at checkout. That's loveamika.com/bethereinfive, code BETHEREINFIVE to get 15% off your first order!To celebrate Moms everywhere, this weekend only, May 2-4, Cozy Earth is giving my listeners a special promo: Buy One, Get One Free bamboo pajamas!! Use code BETHEREINFIVEBOGO at cozyearth.com to take advantage of this! Or Get 40% off with my code BETHEREINFIVE cozyearth.com for everything else!Ready up for a long day with extraordinary hydration from Liquid I.V. Get 20% off your first order of Liquid I.V. when you go to LIQUID-IV.COM and use code BETHEREINFIVE at checkout. Build your vacation-ready wardrobe from the ground up. Shop the new summer collection and receive 20% off your purchase with the code BETHEREINFIVE at marcfisherfootwear.com. Nuuly is a great value at $98 a month for any 6 styles, but right now you can get $28 off your first month of Nuuly when you sign up with the code BETHEREINFIVE. Just go to Nuuly.com and sign up to get $28 off your first month. Go to paireyewear.com and use code BTIF for 15% off your first pair. And support the show by mentioning Be There in Five sent you in your post checkout survey!

This week, Kate and (esteemed author/podcaster/friend) Nora McInerny answer a few Katelilah voicemails in between meandering conversations about spatial awareness, nostalgia, White Lotus, childhood friendships, Jersey Mikes, modern teenagers, the experience of trying on shoes in a store, and so much more! Enjoy!Order Kate's NYT Bestselling book, One in a Millennial here!Text or leave a voicemail for Kate at 775-HEY-BETH!For April, Amika is giving the Beths a one-time use code for 15% off your first order through the end of April. Just go to loveamika.com/bethereinfive and use code BETHEREINFIVE at checkout.

Listen in as Jordan and Meagan tell some pretty funny stories and educate the runners on one of Amika's hair masks!

In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari, CEO and Co-Founder of The Influencer Marketing Factory, speaks with Shannon Otto, Associate Vice President of Consumer Engagement + Integrated Marketing at Amika. They explore her collaborative approach, Amika's dedication to inclusivity in beauty, and cutting-edge marketing strategies. Shannon shares insights on standout campaigns like the Volume Mega Mix with Snooki, community-focused pop-ups, and the brand's foray into the metaverse with Amikaverse on Roblox. She also emphasizes the power of creator partnerships and the importance of forging emotional connections with consumers.

Listen in as hosts Meagan and Jordan discuss the weather and gossip over the Super Bowl pettiness! Also learn about a few of Amika's incredible curl collection!

This week, Kate and her sister give One in a Millennial one last hurrah in honor of its paperback release by sharing some more behind-the-scenes nostalgia and adding context from their two millennial lives that shaped how the book came to be. Kelly asks Kate questions relating to lots of never-before-shared details, e.g. the metaphorical significance of opening the book inside a shopping mall, examples of cut chapters and concepts, honoring their mutual experiences being routinely friend-zoned, revisiting her tendency to sob through Back in the Daybed, opening up about the haunting irony of her audiobook recording experience, and so much more! Enjoy :)Order Kate's NYT Bestselling book, One in a Millennial here (now out in paperback, too!)Text or leave a voicemail for Kate at 775-HEY-BETH!Thank you to our exclusive partner for today's episode, Amika!Because Amika loves Be There in Five listeners as much as we love them, they're giving you a one-time use code for 20% off your first order. Just go to loveamika.com/bethereinfive and use code BETHEREINFIVE at checkout. That's LOVE a-m-i-k-a DOT com SLASH bethereinfive, code BETHEREINFIVE to get 20% off your first order.

This episode is brought to you by Amika as part of our Gloss Angeles Confidential program. With so many ingredients villainized and greenwashing running amuck, you might be surprised to learn how Amika CEO Chelsea Riggs feels about sulfates and dimethicone in your hair care, as well as the problems being a sustainable brand can present. Chelsea has been a founding member of Amika for the last 15 years, taking the company from a tools brand to one of the top 5 hair care brands on the market. She discusses with us what they're up against when it comes to formulating, the brand's hero ingredient sea buckthorn berry, and why the new lipid-restoring, 3-in-1 Superfruit Star Lightweight Styling Oil is unlike any other you've tried.Shop this episodeWatch our episodes!GlossAngelesPod.comCALL or TEXT US: 424-341-0426Join our Slack to try new products before they launchJoin our FB GroupInstagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanTwitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanEmail: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Everyday Injustice we talked once again with Amika Mota of the Sister Warriors. This past election saw the defeat of Prop 6 which would have ended forced labor in carceral institutions. We also talked about the passage of Prop 36 which rolled back some of the criminal justice reforms under Prop 47. What went wrong from Amika's perspective? What needs to be done differently in the future. On key point we agreed on – the need to uplift the stories of those impacted by the system to humanize them. Listen as Everyday Injustice and Amika Mota engage in a critical conversation about how to move forward.

We are thrilled to share our new show Fire Escape, in partnership with Wondery! This 10 episode series, hosted by Anna Sussman, explores one woman's journey as an incarcerated firefighter as she fights fire from behind bars -- defying a system intent on burying her under the weight of her worst moment.This episode contains strong language and mentions a car crash and its aftermath. Please take care while listening.Episode 1: The CrashHow did Amika Mota go from a midwife and mother of three to a prisoner inside one of the largest women's prisons on Earth? Handcuffed to a hospital bed, awaiting trial, Amika tries to come to grips with the tragic crash that cost one man his life and took her away from her children. Inside the Chowchilla prison walls, she faces the "green cops" and the threat of solitary confinement. Outside the walls sits Firehouse Five, the home of the legendary crew of incarcerated firefighters called the Fire Girls.Thank you, Amika Mota, for your help and generosity in sharing your story with us!!!Fire Escape is a production of Snap Studios at KQED and Wondery. This series was created, written, and produced by Anna Sussman. For Snap Studios, our senior story editors are Mark Ristich and Nancy López. Marisa Dodge is our Director of Production. Original music by Renzo Gorrio, Dirk Schwarzhoff, and Doug Stuart. Doug Stuart also created our original theme song. Sound design and engineering by Miles Lassi. Special thanks to Pat Mesiti-Miller and the SF Fire Department. For Wondery, our senior story editor is Phyllis Fletcher. Our development producer is Eliza Mills. Clare Chambers, Lauren Dee and Mandy Gorenstein are our senior producers. Sarah Mathis is our managing producer. Our executive producers for Snap Studios are Glynn Washington and Mark Ristich. Executive producers for Wondery are Marshall Lewy, Morgan Jones, George Lavender and Jen Sargent. Binge all episodes of Fire Escape early and ad-free right now by signing up for Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify or Amazon Music with your Prime Membership. Start your free trial: www.wondery.com/links/fire-escape now.Season 15 - Episode 50

Listen in as hosts Jordan and Meagan read some stories from their scissortales box and educate you on the new Big Hit shampoo and conditioner by Amika!

Fake name "Ted" has a serial liar in his life and wants to move on! Chris, Amika and more share advice!

Queer hair stylist and fierce femme Sparrow Fox joins us to talk queer hair, aging with grace, and the magic of being seen in the salon (and the streets). We get into the pressures of our culture to look beautiful on the outside while suppressing inner turmoil, how fashion can affirm your identity, and how a queer mindset allows for stylistic freedom. We also share about our early experiences in the salon, the messaging that shaped how we view ourselves and how we carry ourselves in the world now as midlife queers who are sometimes too busy to serve all the lewks. You can find us (and support the show) on Patreon Instagram & TikTok @fuckyeahpodSparrow Fox is a queer hair stylist specializing in color. She runs her own salon and is a brand educator for Amika. You can find Sparrow on socials @sfoxhair

We took a trip to New York with Amika to learn all about the colourful brand behind the #1 dry shampoo in prestige hair care. Listen in as Amika CEO Chelsea Riggs delivers the scoop on the viral thermal round brush that helped usher in a fluffy hair revolution, what makes Amika's best-selling Perk Up Dry Shampoo so damn good and, the brand new Volumizing Rising Star collection (oh my!) destined for your next big hair day.Plus, you'll find out:Why Amika is the #1 hair brand ranked on Sephora.com (based on traffic to the website,) offering up formulas for eleven different hair types and textures How to achieve the fluffy hair trend at home, with Chelsea's personal tips on boosting thin strands, from haircut to blowdry and beyondHow Amika builds allyship within the company – with lessons for indie brands who lost their footing this year (ahem)What it takes to earn B-Corp certification – and why it matters to us as consumersWhy Chelsea chooses to see the *positive* in a one-star reviewBreaking Buzz: Visit @breakingbeautypodcast on Instagram to enter our Amika giveaway where 5 lucky listeners will win prizes worth approximately $250 USD!For any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/ Related episodes like this: Kitsch Founder Cassandra Morales on Everything Showers, Heatless Rollers and The Solid Shampoo Bar RevolutionLegendary Hairstylist and Founder of Ouai & Mane, Jen Atkin7 Hair Truths That Only a Hairstylist Will Tell You with Kardashian Hair Pro Andrew FitzsimonsPROMO CODES: When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast! NutrafolGet results you can run your fingers through! For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 dollars off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code BREAKING. First Aid BeautyFirst Aid Beauty's KP Bump Eraser is America's #1 specialty body scrub. We have a fantastic special offer right now, just for our listeners! Go now to FirstAidBeauty.com/BEAUTY and use our promo code BEAUTY for 20% off.Macy'sCheer on your favorite teams this year during the Summer Games in Paris with top brands like Puma, Reebok, Under Armour, Adidas and Nike. Shop at Macys.com or in-store at Macy's.Get social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Find us on Instagram, Tiktok, Twitter. Join our private Facebook group, or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302. *Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.* Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
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This week, Cassie and Erica sit down with Payge Taylor, Director of Content Strategy and Community Engagement at haircare brand amika. In this episode, Payge explains how the brand taps into the meaning of their name (amika = "friend") to create and maintain a strong, engaged brand community, and how they're consistently showing up for that community across all channels (including IRL!). Here's a peek at what we cover in this episode: [00:02:20] - Payge walks us through her background in PR and the shift she made into social media, her time working at BUXOM Cosmetics and eventually moving over to the amika team. She then shares a look at her current responsibilities in helping to translate amika's brand story and messaging across all channels and foster community engagement among fans of the brand, and explains her current team structure (see how you can join here!). [00:10:20] - Payge shares a few standout examples of brilliant storytelling through recent brand moments and gives marketers the advice to "stop thinking like brands and start thinking like humans" in order to nurture an emotional connection with their consumers. She then explains how clear messaging that extends beyond the product(s) a brand offers can build loyalty and longevity. [00:30:10] - Payge shares her best tips for content creation, dives into the importance of educational content that builds brand equity, and explains how leaning on cross functional team members to tell the brand's unique story in an easily digestible way has been key in their social media strategy success. Grab a drink and listen in to this week's Marketing Happy Hour conversation! ____ Other episodes you'll enjoy if you enjoyed Payge's episode: How Strong Branding + Community Influences Retail Demand | Lauren Murphy of Fishwife Evolving Your Brand Over Time | Matt Prince of Taco Bell The Art of Showing Up in Unexpected Places | Izzy Yellin of OLIPOP ____ Say hi! DM us on Instagram and let us know which episodes you're loving - we can't wait to hear from you!  Please also consider rating the show and leaving a review, as that helps us tremendously as we move forward in this Marketing Happy Hour journey and create more content for all of you. ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our FREE MHH Insiders online community to connect with Millennial and Gen Z marketing professionals around the world!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get the latest from MHH, straight to your inbox: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our email list!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Payge: Instagram | LinkedIn Learn more about amika: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠TikTok⁠ Follow MHH on Social: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ New to Marketing Happy Hour (or just want more)? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download our Marketing Happy Hour Starter Kit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Co-Host Erica: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Co-Host Cassie: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This podcast is an MHH Media production. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about MHH Media!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Interested in starting your own podcast? Grab our Podcast Launch Strategy Guide here.⁠ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/marketinghappyhour/support

Today, Kee's sharing the products that took her hair from dry and dull to bouncy, nourished and full of movement.  And, Lucy has elevated her ultimate shower routine and is spilling her secrets for achieving baby-soft, ultra-nourished skin, hair, nails and face. Plus, the $18 blush/highlight duo that's going to have you ahead of the trends this winter.   LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED:  Listen to Lucy's In Her Bag interview with Tanielle Jai, the creator of 'Latte Makeup' here. AMIKA Soulfood Nourishing Mask $55 VIRTUE LABS Damage Reverse Serum $87 Alpha-H Healthy Exfoliating Scalp Treatment $39.95 OUAI Detox Shampoo $58 OUAI Hair Gloss $62 Dr Spiller Sanvita Mask 50ml Dr Spiller $106 Soap & Glory Smoothie Star Breakfast Body Scrub $21 Loccitaine Luxury Size Almond Shower Oil $75 Soap & GloryThe Righteous Butter Body Butter $21 Medik8 H.E.O. Mask $119 Nature's Shield Organic Castor Oil $13 BOUJEE Olaplex Bond Maintenance No.4 Shampoo and No.5 Conditioner Bundle $83.45 BUDGET: KIND Collective Cloud Skin Blush Sunset Vibes $18 SUBSCRIBE:  Subscribe to Mamamia Sign up for our free You Beauty weekly newsletter for our product recommendations, exclusive beauty news, reviews, articles, deals and much more! Want to try our new exercise app? Click here to start a seven-day free trial of MOVE by Mamamia  GET IN TOUCH: Got a beauty question you want answered? Email us at youbeauty@mamamia.com.au or send us a voice message, and one of our Podcast Producers will come back to you ASAP. Join our You Beauty Facebook Group here. You Beauty is a podcast by Mamamia. Listen to more Mamamia podcasts here. CREDITS: Hosts: Kee Reece & Lucy Neville Producer: Cassie Merritt Audio Producer: Lu Hill Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 60! To talk to beauty consumers on social media, beauty brands have to be adept at Chinese social media beauty slang. What's the difference between the #Boiled Water Look (白开水妆容) and #Rich Daughter Makeup (富家千金妆) )? Elisa Harca, Co-Founder and Asia CEO of Red Ant, and Ching Xie, Client Partner at Red Ant Asia, join us to unpack the important lingo. Red Ant is an award-winning agency that specializes in fashion and beauty, working with some of the world's coolest brands, including LUSH, tarte, CREED, and Amika, to name a few. 1. What's the deal with Red Ant? How did you get into myrmecology? 2. Tell us more about Chinese internet beauty slang. Are these slang terms important for connecting with Chinese consumers? 3. Where did these terms originate from? Can they be artificially created by celebrities and influencers? 4. Give us some examples of how brands may use beauty slang in their social media campaigns. 5. Can my looks have different slang references, or am I tied to one of them? 6. You deal with a lot of niche beauty brands? What's the secret to launching a beauty brand in China these days? 7. Which beauty categories provide the greatest opportunity for growth? 8. Beauty in China is still dominated by the big global players but the local brands are catching up. Which local brands do you see as truly stand out? What are they doing that impresses you? 9. A/B Test: Red Book or TikTok, Brands or Products, Speed or Strength?

Hosts Jordan and Meagan talk about having an open door policy but it can back fire on them and Amika's incredible 3D volume line!Here's where you can find more info on the product that they discussed(and support a local stylist and purchase yours today!) https://merakistudios.direct.salonservicegroup.com/amika-3d-volume-and-thickening-shampoo-33-8oz-am3ds33?search=3D%20

Do you prefer products that work their magic in hours - even seconds?! This episode is for you. These are the reliable products to deliver an instant boost, leaving you feeling flawless in no time... And, we're sharing our personal experiences breaking out of ruts, uncovering simple daily and beauty routine tweaks to kickstart your confidence.  Plus, they've gone viral for a reason - we need to talk about our savey products of the week. These savvy steals under $30 will leave your lips looking plump, full and gorgeous. LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED:  CeraVe Advanced Repair Balm $17.99 Skinstitut Retinol $64 OLE HENRIKSEN Dewtopia 5% Acid Firming Night Crème $90 AMIKA SOULFOOD NOURISHING MASK $51.48 Loccitane Shea Nail & Cuticle Oil $22 Loccitane Shea Butter Foot Cream $52 FRESH Sugar Lip Polish $27 LANEIGE Lip Glowy Balm $25 Pantene Pro-v 3 Minute Miracle Repair & Protect Conditioner $8 OUAI Hair Gloss $62 MECCA COSMETICABright Eyed Eye Mask $36 Go-To Transformazing Sheet Mask $55 BOUJEE:  BY ROSIE JANE Missy Eau De Parfum $136 Sunday Riley Luna Sleeping Night Oil $174 BUDGET:  MECCA MAX Zoom Liner $19 Huda Beauty Faux Filler Gloss In Foxy $28 SUBSCRIBE:  Subscribe to Mamamia Sign up for our free You Beauty weekly newsletter for our product recommendations, exclusive beauty news, reviews, articles, deals and much more! Want to try our new exercise app? Click here to start a seven-day free trial of MOVE by Mamamia  GET IN TOUCH: Got a beauty question you want answered? Email us at youbeauty@mamamia.com.au or send us a voice message, and one of our Podcast Producers will come back to you ASAP. Join our You Beauty Facebook Group here. You Beauty is a podcast by Mamamia. Listen to more Mamamia podcasts here. CREDITS: Hosts: Kee Reece & Lucy Neville Producer: Cassie Merritt Audio Producer: Lu Hill Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fake name "Brad" is worried about his girlfriend not wearing a bra when meeting his mom. Amika, Ashley and Jesse have thoughts!

Listen as the ladies chat about Amika's moisture line and how having 7 year olds is an adventure all on its own. Here's the link to the Amika products they talked about! https://merakistudios.direct.salonservicegroup.com/shop-categories/shampoo/amika-hydro-rush-intense-moisture-shampoo-33-8oz-amhrs33

We're talking celebrity skincare favorites to the glitz of the Oscars, trending Netflix shows, nail care, and the importance of gut health. We're talking launches and pop-up events, including Medicube, Versed Skincare, and Amika,  Next its all about the Threads Oscars viewing party covering fashion highlights and memorable moments from the 2024 Academy Awards. From Anya Taylor-Joy's ethereal elegance to Billie Eilish's triumphant win, the red carpet was ablaze with star power and unforgettable style.  My Netflix binge-watching, including "Resident Alien," "Furies" and “The Gentlemen.” These shows promise gripping storytelling and captivating performances that are sure to keep viewers glued to their screens. Next, I share nail looks that will be trending, with a focus on the glamorous manicures seen on the red carpet, highlighting the work of celebrity manicurist Kimmie Kyees. Plus a spotlight on the PAUME hand and nail care routine.  Finally, the podcast concludes with a deep dive into gut health and its impact on overall wellness with insights from Dr. Roshini Raj, co-founder of Yay Day, about the connection between gut health, sleep, and mental well-being. 

#026 In this episode, I interview hair care expert Abbey Yung. We discuss various topics related to hair care, including repairing damaged hair, making hair look healthier and shinier, and the science behind hair care products. Abbey shares her personal experience with severe hair damage and how she transformed her hair care routine. She recommends affordable hair care products and provides tips for using them effectively (proper use is HUGE). The episode emphasizes the importance of understanding ingredients, debunking hair care myths, and being gentle with hair to prevent damage. ABSOLUTELY EVERY HAIR TYPE CAN BENEFIT FROM THIS EPISODE!Abbey Yung is a hair care expert and content creator known for her evidence-based approach to hair care. She is passionate about educating others on the science behind hair care and providing affordable recommendations for healthier hair. Abbey recently completed formal trichology training to further enhance her knowledge in the field. She shares her expertise through her YouTube channel and social media platforms.Abbey's Shark FlexStyle Vs. Dyson AirWrap: https://youtu.be/RDNF256r5hk?si=g5yLI61-OWwZ6Ok3Amy's K18 Review & Tutorial: https://youtu.be/rMaWPdbMHfg?si=1HLxXYn4tPZonOss Abbey's Color Wow Dream Coat Dupe Video: https://youtu.be/jNT7wStVR6E?si=rsX0v_Q8DnwVvqHWTimestamps01:00 Abby's first memory of noticing damage in her hair | 02:00  | Evolution of Abby's love for hair care and Amy's transition from style to skincare and haircare | 04:00  | Tips for maintaining healthy hair while using bleach or chemical services | 05:00  | Products to incorporate into a hair care routine for damaged hair, including the recommendation of K18 for repairing hair damage | 07:00  | Adding a leave-in conditioner for improved hair health and the benefits of pre-shampoo oiling for hair | 10:00  | Considering the effectiveness and cost of hair care products, along with the impact of environmental factors on hair damage | 13:00  | Abbey's opinion on silicones in hair care and the discussion on using silicones in every wash and the need for clarifying shampoo | 17:00  | Abbey's perspective on sulfates in hair care, addressing the misinformation about Olaplex and hair loss | 21:00  | Possibility of having a complete hair routine with drugstore products and Abbey's recommendations | 28:00  | Abbey advises avoiding hot styling tools, wearing protective hairstyles, and waiting for damaged hair to grow out before cutting it off | 33:00  | Abbey compares Dyson and Shark hair dryers and styling tools | 38:00  | Abbey suggests the Amika cure mask, Eliza Vecca collagen protein treatment, Dove scalp serum, and discusses the benefits of topical hair growth serums | 44:00  | Abbey's best dupe for Color Wow Dreamcoat: Hairchemist Sleek, her holy grail hair care product: Pureology Color Fanatic, and her underrated hair care tip: Apply products in sections for better results | 48:00  | Abbey shares her advice to her younger self about pursuing passions and Amy's appreciation for doing what you love every day | 49:00  | Thanking Abbey, promoting her YouTube channel and Instagram, Amy's enthusiasm for Abbey's product recommendations, and concluding the conversation and poTo watch the video version of this episode head to the Youtube page!Need a full skincare overhaul? Check out our Comprehensive Skincare Routine Digital GuideConnect with me:Amy's Instagramwww.skinthusiast.com

A weekly magazine-style radio show featuring the voices and stories of Asians and Pacific Islanders from all corners of our community. The show is produced by a collective of media makers, deejays, and activists. APEX Express celebrates Filipino American History Month. Host Miko Lee is joined by guest Aisa Villarosa. They learn about the origin story of Filipino American History Month with Dr. Emily Lawsin and talk about the critical importance of ethnic studies with Dr. Dylan Rodriguez. We also get to hear music from Power Struggle's Aspirations album. More information from and about our guests Emily Lawsin Filipino American National Historical Society Dylan Rodriguez and his writing:  https://www.beyond-prisons.com/home/dylan-rodriguez-part-i-abolition-is-our-obligation https://millennialsarekillingcapitalism.libsyn.com/white-reconstruction-dylan-rodriguez-on-domestic-war-the-logics-of-genocide-and-abolition https://www.blackagendareport.com/cops-colleges-and-counterinsurgency-interview-dylan-rodriguez Musician Power Struggle and their collection: https://beatrockmusic.com/collections/power-struggle APEX Express Episodes featuring subjects discussed in this episode: 11.8.18 – Dawn Mabalon is in the Heart – entire show dedicates to Dawn 11.18.21 – We Are the Leaders – Labor features Gayle Romasanta on Larry Itliong book co-written by Dawn Mabalon   Show Transcript Filipino American History Month 10.26.23 [00:00:00] Miko Lee: Good evening and welcome to Apex Express. This is Miko Lee and I am so thrilled to have a guest co host this night, the amazing and talented Aisa Villarosa. Aisa can you please introduce yourselves to our audience? Say who you are, where you come from, and a little bit about yourself. [00:00:44] Aisa Villarosa: Thank you so much, Miko, and it's a joy to be with you and the Apex Express family. My name is Aisa, my pronouns are she, her, and I'm a Michigan born gay Filipino artist, activist, attorney with roots in ethnic studies organizing and teaching Filipino studies, in the wonderful Pa'aralang Pilipino of Southfield, Michigan. If you ever find yourself at the intersection of Eight Mile and Greenfield near Detroit, stop on by. [00:01:19] Miko Lee: Aisa, talk to me about this episode and what we're featuring in honor of the final week of Filipino American History Month. [00:01:28] Aisa Villarosa: I'd be honored to, Miko. We'll be doing a deep dive into Filipino American History Month today, including its origins and how the month acknowledges the first Filipinos who reached the shores of Morro Bay, California in 1587. We're going to be talking about what this month means in the context of today, how Filipinos are honoring the ongoing struggles for civil rights, for human rights, and we'll be talking to some personal heroes of mine. We'll also be talking about ethnic studies, which shares with new generations, these events and stories of Filipino Americans. [00:02:12] Miko Lee: Aisa, talk to me about ethnic studies. What is the background that we need to know? It's been a big part of our Asian American movement struggle with the fight for ethnic studies. give our audience a definition about what ethnic studies is and why is it important right now. [00:02:29] Aisa Villarosa: That's a great question, Miko. And I really love the definition of ethnic studies offered by the Coalition of Liberated Ethnic Studies. And they have said that this is essentially the knowledge, narratives, experiences, and wellness of Black, indigenous and people of color and their communities so that liberation of all peoples and relations are realized. And when we really break that down, this is the study of collective liberation. Part of why ethnic studies is so important is that this is really a root key to unlocking systemic change against hate. If it's taught in an intersectional approach, it really is a preventative tactic against racism. It's also rooted in storytelling. It's rooted in multi generational learning. And the best thing, in my opinion, with ethnic studies is we see the community as a living classroom. [00:03:32] Miko Lee: And , I know Ethnic Studies is part of your background. You came up as a student of Ethnic Studies. I came up in Women's Studies and Theater Studies not Ethnic Studies, but I took so many Ethnic Studies classes at San Francisco State that really profoundly shaped how I work and live as an activist and artist. Can you talk about how being a Filipino Studies student impacted you in your present day? [00:03:57] Aisa Villarosa: Absolutely. And oh, Miko, I feel like we would just be nerding out together in a theater or activism class. So thanks for sharing. Quite simply, I wouldn't be who I am without Ethnic Studies and the incredible folks behind this movement, including some voices that we'll be hearing from soon. It is encouraging that even in California, for example, ethnic studies was mandated in high schools in 2021. We are seeing a lot of progress across the nation with more and more school districts, more and more classrooms incorporating ethnic and Asian American, Pacific Islander, Native Hawaiian studies. And yet we also know that passing a law to teach ethnic studies is but one step and this isn't very well known, but ethnic studies is actually under attack. It's under attack from attempts to censor and limit the history and teaching, especially around colonization and militarization experienced by communities. And why this is really problematic is this sort of censorship can keep communities from finding one another, from finding that common ground, from seeing each other in their full humanity. [00:05:18] Miko Lee: Aisa there's so much going on in our world right now with what's happening in Palestine and Israel. And what does this have to do with the work of ethnic studies? [00:05:29] Aisa Villarosa: It has everything to do with ethnic studies, and right now we're seeing some targeting of students and activists speaking out for nonviolence, for a ceasefire, and an end to military occupation in Palestine, in Hawaii, across the world. And these activists and young folks are being targeted really, As Palestinian identity and people endure tremendous loss and mass displacement, why this matters is ethnic studies is living history and ethnic studies challenges us to take stock of moments where we can either be silent, or we can take action, including first steps to understand the history and the narratives behind these conflicts to really unpack the global impacts of colonization. It doesn't matter whether one is Filipino or Asian American or Black or Latinx or Indigenous or from any one of the countless communities living under the impacts of systemic violence and oppression. [00:06:36] Miko Lee: Thank you for sharing. I feel like we could do a whole series on why ethnic studies is so critical and important. But look forward to hearing from two people that are professors, educators, and activists and tell me who we're going to be talking with first. [00:06:51] Aisa Villarosa: We'll be talking first to Ate Emily Lawsin, a poet and an activist. She'll be sharing more about the establishment of Filipino American History Month. And then we'll be talking with activist and scholar Dylan Rodriguez, about Filipino American history in the context of today's struggles against white supremacy, military exploitation, and government violence. [00:07:16] Miko Lee: So let's take a listen to our interviews. [00:07:18] Aisa Villarosa: We are here tonight with one of my dearest mentors, heroes, big sister, a. k. a. Ate, Ate Emily Lawson. Emily, you have, over the course of your career, taught and made a difference in thousands of people's lives, including mine. For folks who are just getting to know you, can you share a little bit about your work and perhaps, you working on right now? [00:07:49] Emily Lawsin: My name is Emily Lawsin and I'm a second generation Filipino American, or pinay, as we say. I was born and raised in “she-attle” Washington and I'm the National President Emerita of the Filipino American National Historical Society or FANHS. I was on the board of trustees for 30 years no longer on the board, but still do supportive work for the organization. It's a completely volunteer run organization founded by Dorothy Ligo Cordova, Dr. Dorothy Ligo Cordova in 1982, I used to teach Asian Pacific Islander American studies and women's studies at different universities across the country in California and other states I was really blessed to be able to teach some of the first Filipino American history courses on different campuses and really utilize our FANHS curriculum in doing that. Now I work for four Culture which is King County's Cultural Development Authority, and I'm the Historic Preservation program manager there. I'm also a spoken word performance poet and oral historian [00:08:59] Aisa Villarosa: and for folks who have not had the privilege of watching Emily perform. You are a powerhouse. And a confession, I have inspirational post it notes around my laptop and I have one post it that says no more moments of silence. It's from a performance you gave, gosh, it was maybe sometime in 2008, [00:09:22] Emily Lawsin: yeah, that's awesome. Oh, thank you. [00:09:25] Aisa Villarosa: Yes. It's come full circle because I have remained a supporter of ethnic studies and part of why I am talking with you today is because October is Filipino American History Month and even breaking down every single word. In that phrase, there was a battle and a journey to even get the national recognition that y'all were able to get especially through your advocacy. So if you could tell the listeners maybe a bit about that journey and even for folks who are newer to the month, what is the difference between, say, heritage and history? [00:10:08] Emily Lawsin: Oh, that's awesome question. Thank you. Yeah, Filipino American History Month was really started by my Uncle Fred Cordova, Dr. Fred Cordova, who was the founding president of the Filipino American National Historical Society, or FANHS. He came up with the idea in 1991 and really wanted to recognize October as Philippine American History Month because the first documented landing of the first Filipinos in what is now known as the continental United States, specifically Morro Bay, California, happened on October 18th 1587. When Lizones Indios or Filipinos who were a crew and a slave slaves really on Spanish galleon ships were sent ashore off the coast of Morro Bay as like a landing party to scout out the area. If you actually look at a Instagram reel that our current FANHS President, Dr. Kevin Nadal made he tells you the history of, why October 18th, 1587 is important and it's not necessarily to celebrate that landing because people did die. But it's to commemorate and to remember that history and that memory where a Chumash Indupinos. Indigenous Filipinos Indupinos is what they call themselves too. They actually were instrumental in creating that moral based site as a historic marker for FANHS. That date is significant for Filipinos because of that first landing. And Then in the 1760s the first communities and families were created in the Bayou of Louisiana. Where these same crew folks or Filipinos jumped ship from those Spanish galleon and were called Manila Men by Marina Espina, who wrote the book Filipinos in Louisiana. Those families that jumped ship, created seven different villages in the bayous of Louisiana and intermarried with the local Creole communities there. Those families are now in their eighth and ninth generations. We wanted to recognize that history as being really the first Asian Americans in what is now known as the continental United States. Uncle Fred wrote the resolution for the FANHS Board of Trustees and they passed it in 1991 with the first observance nationally in 1992. Our FANHS chapters around the country started commemorating Philippine American History Month activities in October. It just grew from there. Institutions, schools, a lot of universities picked them up libraries city governments, county governments, state governments started picking up the resolution to honor our Filipino American history. We say Filipino American history, not heritage because we are a historical society, number one. But Number two, to recognize the history and the contributions of Filipinos to these United States of America. Not necessarily just Lumpia and dances and food. We are more than Ube. That's right. And there's nothing wrong with that. We're more than that, because Filipino American history is American history as well. And so then in the 2000s as our membership was growing And as our conferences were being more and more attended, a lot of our members in Washington, D. C. wanted to advocate and took up the charge from Uncle Fred, right? Uncle Fred asked them, hey, let's try to get this through Congress. And it went. For a few years and didn't necessarily pass as, as a history month until 2009. So 2009 we had representatives present the bill. We mobilized a lot of our members to call their Congress. People and it went through and then subsequent bills happened in 2011 and other years to officially recognize October as Philippine market history month. Barack Obama was the first White House celebration of Filipino American History Month. That meant a really big deal for us in FANHS that it was being recognized nationwide. President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris also issued proclamations resolutions this year. It's grown as our communities have grown, as our historical society has grown and it has expanded throughout the country and even in the curriculums. So we're really proud of that. [00:15:09] Aisa Villarosa: the success would not be possible, but for intergenerational solidarity, right? Almost being hand in hand with generations past and present and food, food is totally political Ate Em. So, so yes, calling, the great Dawn Maboulon, into the space, many Americans, are taught, unfortunately, by sort of the dominant structures that food is not political, but it's absolutely political, right? And I appreciate you sharing with the listeners the history behind the history, right? That this is both an accounting of the triumphs, the heartache, the fact that Many Filipinos use the term barkata, and when we look at the genesis of the word barkata, that term, which is almost like a friend that is really family, there's a spiritual bond there that was born of Spanish enslavement and colonization. So important that we ground the conversation in this. [00:16:09] Emily Lawsin: Yeah, and I thank you for bringing up my My Kumadre, the late Dr. Dawn Bohulano Mabalon. For the listeners who don't know, we consider her the queen and really was the foremost Filipino American historian of our generation. She passed away in 2018. Dawn was a incredibly gifted scholar was a very good friend of mine. Dawn was also a food historian, a labor historian a women's historian but she was also an activist she was a film producer she was a hip hop head she was a baker. the most incredible ube cupcakes you'd ever have. She was multi talented . Every day I think about how blessed we are to have known her, have her research still with us. I think, carries a lot of us who are close to her forward in the work that we do, but it also is continuing to teach younger generations now. You mentioned the intergenerational nature. That's totally what FANHS is. Dawn and I both came into FANHS as students. I came in as a high school student volunteering in Seattle and Dawn came in to our Los Angeles chapter. She was one of the founding student members of our Los Angeles chapter and then became a trustee and national scholar and was author of several books primarily her book on Little Manila in Stockton. Little Manila is in the heart. Since her death, I think a lot more young folks have mobilized and learned about her great activism to save Little Manila is not only in Stockton, but in other cities and towns all over the country to document Filipino American history through recordings, through music, through art. She's just inspired a whole, new generation because of the great work that she did. She wrote the landmark children's book on Larry Itliong one of the founders of the United Farm Workers Union. It was really the first illustrated children's book on Filipino American history. Gail Romasanta, our friend from Stockton was her co author and really wanted to thank Gail for Carrying forward Dawn's vision and publishing that children's book and her comadre, Dr. Allison Tintanco Cobales from San Francisco State University and Pinay Pinoy Educational Partnerships, created an incredible accompanying curriculum guide. Which a lot of us use at all different levels. The book is supposed to be for like middle school age students, but I assigned it for my college and university students. Because it was such a pathbreaking book. It's so informative and the accompanying curriculum guide really helps teachers and students, even families, engage with the material more and gives you discussion prompts and ideas as well. It is really an example of a researched children's book and grassroots effort to spread that knowledge around. After Dawn died we told Gail the publisher and co author, we're still going to do the book tour. I had promised Dawn that we would do that. I think it was like 20 cities across the country. It was amazing. It's really a testament to the intergenerational nature, the grassroots nature of FANHS. We run totally volunteer up until probably next year. Wow. Next year we'll probably hire our first staff person in 43 years. Because Auntie Dorothy Ligel Cordova has done it as a volunteer executive director. Oh my gosh. [00:20:16] Aisa Villarosa: Just a labor of love and also it's so important to build out the infrastructure so that that is good news. [00:20:23] Emily Lawsin: Totally labor of love. So if y'all are looking for a really worthy donation place, then that is it. Totally tax deductible. [00:20:32] Aisa Villarosa: And our listeners. can check out. We'll have some links related to this episode where folks can support you Ate Em as well as FAHNS. And as you were sharing, I kept thinking, some folks say art is our memory of love. But teaching is also an act of love. As you do as Ate Dawn Allison, so many have done are doing it is an act of love. And yet, Because of the violence of our systems we have book bans, we have attacks on ethnic studies still in 2023. How do you keep yourself nourished? [00:21:12] Emily Lawsin: Oh, such a good question. We had a penialism. Peniaism is a term that Dr. Allison Tintiaco Cabal has created, wow, 30 years ago now, or maybe less, maybe 25, I'm dating ourselves. She says peniaism equals love and pain and growth. That is so true. I believe in writing as my kind of outlet. Write for two reasons, love and revenge. Because what other reason would you write, right? So that's like a therapy outlet. To keep myself nourished, I'm really blessed to have a very loving partner and a very loving family. They nourish me. every day, literally feed me when I'm working late. But also with their love and their kindness and their brilliance. My two daughters are incredibly gifted and brilliant and just really blessed to have them. But also I think when I look at our community. Our Filipino American community specifically and how it's grown and changed through the years. Auntie Dorothy, when I was in college, was my professor and she used to say that our Filipino American community is built on many different layers. We have so many different generations that have immigrated over the years. And so every generation builds upon the other, the next generation. It's all these different layers. And I think that really helped me conceive of What it means to be in community with such a diverse Filipino American population. That education that knowledge has nourished me more than really anything else, because then I could. Always fall back to those teachings that Uncle Fred and Auntie Dorothy gave me. I was very blessed to have grown up on the Filipino Youth Activities Drill Team in Seattle that Uncle Fred and Auntie Dorothy co founded with other families, Filipino American families, as a way to keep Pinoy kids off the streets, right? It taught us our history and our pride, and gave me confidence in being Filipino, right? Being brown, being different. So that has constantly nourished me. My parents and their memory has nourished me because basically the work that we do, whether it's paid or not whether it's art, whether it's performance, whether it's history, writing, activism, or working for the man, making the dollar, whatever. To me, that's all fueled by the ancestors, and they literally plowed these fields before us, right? My uncles were farm workers. They were migrant farm workers. My mother was one of the first Filipino American women to work in the Alaskan cannery as an alaskera. You hear a lot about the Alaskeros or maybe you don't, I don't know. But she was one of the women and that is really. important to me. It's important for my children and others to, to know that history. If I remind myself that we're really doing the work of the ancestors then it's all worth it. It's all really worth it. [00:25:07] Aisa Villarosa: They say we don't know who all our ancestors are, but they know who we are. What you shared is also similar to Kapua, right? This concept that our identities are shared. So thank you for giving us your time and also just sharing what keeps you running on love in each moment. [00:25:32] Emily Lawsin: Absolutely. I just wanted to add a big thank you to you. I'm going to play the interviewer because I am the oral historian. I want listeners to know the good work that you've done. Since you were a student, a mentor activist yourself, an attorney working with youth and now working in the anti Asian violence movement, it's really important. In Philippine American History Month, it's not just about celebration. It is about commemorating the memories of those who've been killed. The memories of those who've passed I know you know about Joseph Aleto the Filipino American postal worker who was killed by a white supremacist on his work route a mile from my house. I was teaching at California State University, Northridge then, and the students said something incredible when they were organizing around that case. They said he was not in the wrong place at the wrong time, because people say that, right? When those kind of what they call random acts of violence happen, it wasn't random at all. He chose to kill Joseph Aletto because he looked like a person of color. He worked for the federal government. So the student at Cal State Northridge said, no, he wasn't in the wrong place at the wrong time. He was at his place, at his time, doing his job, just doing his job. The killer, the white supremacist, was the wrong person, at the wrong time. Joseph Aletto did not deserve to be killed like that. After he was killed, his memory was immediately ignored. And it wasn't until his family, his mother, Lillian, his brother, Ishmael, and his sister in law, Dina, stood up and said, “We will not have this happen to another family. We will not be ignored. ” they started a movement Join Our Struggle, Educate to Prevent Hate. And still love equality and tolerance and others, which is an acronym for his, the letters in his name. I totally supported that and love the Alato family for their activism to this day. So I want to thank you. For educating others in the work that you do now, you want to tell that because that's part of Philippine American history. [00:28:17] Aisa Villarosa: Thank you. And especially given our hard and painful moments right now thinking of. The pain felt by both Students and teachers of ethnic studies to many miles away the pain felt by Palestinians, right? There is a challenge and a duty that we have to both see the humanity in ourselves, but also bridge the shared struggles to humanize when we can because the stakes are too high. So thank you for reminding us of that. It was so beautiful to talk with you today. I hope listeners check out the links on our page and can learn more about Atta Emily Lawson's work and the work of FAHNS. [00:29:12] Emily Lawsin: Thank you, Aisa. I appreciate you. Mahal to everybody and Salama. Thank you. [00:29:20] Miko Lee: Aisa, I'm so glad that you're also sharing some music with us tonight. Can you tell us about the musician we're going to be hearing from? [00:29:28] Aisa Villarosa: Absolutely. I'm honored to introduce my friend and colleague, Mario, a. k. a. Power Struggle, who has been a behemoth in the Bay Area and global music and activism scene for many years. Power Struggle tells the story of The Filipino community, both in the Philippines, as well as connecting the dots to social justice and economic justice in the Bay Area and beyond. [00:30:00] Miko Lee: Coming up next is Cultural Worker featuring Equipto by Power Struggle. Welcome back. You are tuned into apex express, a 94.1 KPFA and 89.3 KPF. Be in Berkeley and online@kpfa.org [00:34:45] Aisa Villarosa: You were listening to Cultural Worker featuring Equipto by the Bay Area's own Power Struggle. I am here tonight talking to the incredible Dylan Rodriguez. Dylan, it is a pleasure to have you on the show with us. [00:35:01] Dylan Rodriguez: I've never been introduced that way. Thank you. Thank you for doing that. I decline. I decline all of the superlatives, humbled. I'm very humbled to the conversation. I'm grateful for the invitation. [00:35:12] Aisa Villarosa: Let me, I'll try that again. Here is Rabble Rouser Scholar extraordinaire Dylan Rodriguez. [00:35:18] Dylan Rodriguez: Yeah, troublemaking, troublemaking's good. Yeah, I'm down for that. [00:35:22] Aisa Villarosa: Dylan, I have to say most folks tuning in are based on the west coast, but you are gracing us with your presence from the east coast. So thank you. Thank you for being on late with us tonight. Can you tell the audience a little bit about yourself? Maybe starting with what do you do? [00:35:41] Dylan Rodriguez: I'm a professor at the University of California, the Riverside campus. This is now my 23rd year there. Despite multiple efforts, they have not been able to get rid of me yet. And I'm very proud to say that my primary vocation extends significantly beyond my day job. I think perhaps the most important part of What I would say I do biographically is that my life work is adjoined to various forms of collaborative attempts at radical political activity, speculative and experimental forms of organizing and community. I've been engaged in abolitionist Forms of practice and teaching and scholarship and organizing since the mid to late 90s. I'm interested in collaborating with people who are down with Black liberation anti colonialism opposition to anti Black racist colonial state. I've been involved so many different organizations and movements that I lose track, but I think that's, in a nutshell, what I'm about. [00:36:39] Aisa Villarosa: So you're in Your 23rd year the Michael Jordan year, and thank you for sharing with us. It sounds like you are a world builder Grace Lee Boggs often says that how can we build the future if we're not visioning it and working toward it. So thank you for everything you've been doing and In terms of in the classroom, can you talk a little bit about what you teach? [00:37:04] Dylan Rodriguez: I teach a variety of different classes that center the archives, the thoughts, the writing, the poetry, the art of radical revolutionary liberationists and anti colonial organizers, thinkers, and scholars. For example, this right now, for example, right now I'm teaching a graduate class in anti Blackness and racial colonial state violence. And we're reading a variety of people. I'm interested in, in the whole spectrum. of thought and praxis that is attacking the racist and anti Black and colonial state. I teach another class on the prison industrial complex and that's a class I've been teaching for more than 20 years and I teach it from in a in an unapologetically experimental abolitionist position. So I'm interested in stoking and supporting whatever forms of collective and collaborative activity are possible to at bare minimum to undermine The premises of this carceral regime that we all live under and I teach a bunch of other things too, but I think the overall trajectory that I'm interested in is some combination of radical autonomy revolutionary trajectory and also just. As I get older, I become less patient. So I'll say that I feel like a lot of the way I teach all the content what I teach now, whether it's in a classroom or somewhere else is increasingly militantly accelerationist I think that there is a place and a necessity for accelerating, militant opposition and confrontation with this unsustainable, genocidal, civilizational project that we all differently inhabit. I feel like it's an obligation to teach and work within an identification of that context. [00:38:47] Aisa Villarosa: What I heard you say is. You're less patient and it sounds like it's because we are running out of time. [00:38:53] Dylan Rodriguez: Yeah, we are living. I think we're outta time. I think we're outta time. I'm unprecedented times. Yes, we're out of time and mean as we have this conversation and as I've been saying to anybody that listen to me, these these last several days. We're in a moment of an actual unfolding genocide, and I'm not sure, I'm not sure that those who identify themselves as the left, particularly the North American and U. S. left, have an adequate sense of urgency and honesty about what it means to be in this historical moment. [00:39:26] Aisa Villarosa: I'd love for you to break this down. I wonder if at this moment, there are folks listening who are completely in agreement. There might be some other folks who perhaps are not sure what to think. And some of that, a lot of that is the impacts of colonization itself, right? We are trained to think small culturally, put your head down. You mentioned you teach anti Blackness and as someone who grew up in racially segregated Michigan with a Black and white and Filipino family, people used to joke that we were the United Nations of families. And yet we did not have the words to talk about anti Blackness. We did not. Unpack it in any sort of meaningful way. And we didn't consider what it meant for our Black family members. So for folks listening who are perhaps new to unpacking anti Blackness, unpacking the genocide in Palestine. Can you connect the dots a little bit? [00:40:33] Dylan Rodriguez: I can do so in a provisional way. I have no definitive answers for anybody who hears this broadcast or reads this transcript. So let me just start with that. I don't present myself as having answers really at all. What I have are urgent, ambitious and militant attempts. But let me just say that's where I'm coming from. I believe in experimentation. I believe in collective, collaborative. militant work that, first of all, identifies the very things you just did. So I want to just, first of all, reflect back to you how important, how courageous it is to just use the terms, right? To use the terms, to center the terms of anti Blackness, to focus on anti Blackness is so principled and it is also principled it is a principle and it is principled to focus on anti Blackness as a specific way in which to experience and confront and deal with the civilizational project that is so completely foundationally violent. To name what is happening right now in Palestine by way of the United States and its militarization support of the state of Israel as genocide. That takes some courage on the part of whoever says it, and I think it's a courage that is emboldened when it's a collective courage. So what I'll say about it as a provisional response as a partial response to what you said is that. I think everything that we do in relation to these dynamics to these forms of violence that are so foundational to the way in which the present historical tense is formed around us, meaning genocide of Palestinians displacement genocide apartheid against Palestinians, and this foundational modern structure of anti Blackness that naming those things, and then identifying how it is that it is not an option to develop it. It's principled, political, ideological, spiritual collective relationship, you have to figure out what your relationship is to those dynamics. You have no choice. What I have no patience for are those who would treat these things genocide in Palestine, the global logic of anti Blackness, as if it's somehow optional. As if it's somehow as if it's somehow elective that it's a volunteeristic kind of alternative to deal. You have no choice. You have to figure out, articulate, and hopefully you're doing this in collaboration with other people. You've got to figure out what your position is. And once you do that, things tend to map themselves out because you get pulled in and invited into projects and collective work that actually tends to be really emboldening and beautiful. So I'll say that like wherever you are, whether it's northern Southern California, whether it's I happen to be right now on the East Coast in the state of New Hampshire I live in Southern California. I think identifying those things is the first and most important courageous collective step. [00:43:18] Aisa Villarosa: And turning a little bit to ethnic studies, which we heard previously from Atta Emily Lawson about the power of ethnic studies and if done right, if taught in a liberatory way, it gives us the answers. It helps us bridge gaps that oppression wrought on us, and some would say that's dangerous. Can you share what you have experienced as An instructor as a scholar of ethnic studies in your long career, [00:43:54] Dylan Rodriguez: So first of all, shout out to Dr. Emily Lawson, one of my Thank you. youngest old friends. All respect and all empowerment to everything that she says. So I just I do my best to amplify whatever it is that she's done and said. So I come out of ethnic studies. I got my Ph. D. In ethnic studies. I'm one of the people who was humbled to be part of, I think, the new kind of the most recent revision and reification the newest chapter of ethnic studies, which people call critical ethnic studies. So I've been in, in the ethnic studies project for essentially my whole adult life. I'm now 49 plus years old, so it's been for, it's been a while that I've been involved. So ethnic studies, As far as what it does in the world, I'm going to go the opposite direction that some of my colleagues do, and I don't mean this to contradict them, this to compliment them. I think ethnic studies is productively endangering. I think it is constructively violent. I think ethnic studies is beautifully displacing. That's been my experience with it, and what I mean by those things is this. I'm convinced that if one approaches ethnic studies as something more than just an academic curriculum, if one approaches it as a way to reshape how you interpret the world around you, how you understand history, how you understand your relationship, both to history and to other people, that it should shake you to your foundations. It really should. And the reason I say that is because, for the most part, the ways in which people, especially in North America, are ideologically trained in whatever school systems they experience from the time they enter a language is to assimilate, to accept and to concede to the United States nation building project, which is empire, right? It's a continuation of anti Black chattel. It's all of these things, which we started this conversation with. It's all those things. So what ethnic studies does is it should shake you to your foundations by way of exposing exactly what it is that you have been. In some ways, literally bred into loyalty to so so when it shakes with your foundations, that's an endangering feeling. I've had it so many times in the classroom where I can sense it. I can. And sometimes students, the students who are the most, I think audacious will articulate it that way, right? And they will, they'll sometimes hold it against the teacher, right? Whether it's me or somebody else. And I'll say I feel like I'm being attacked, right? And you know what? I used to be defensive about that, but you know what? In probably the last 15 to 20 years, I tell them, you know what that's how you should feel. Because what's happening right now is that you're experiencing an archive and a history and a way of seeing the world that is it's forcing you to question Essentially some of the most important assumptions that have shaped your way of identifying who you are on this planet and in the United States and in relation to the United States and the violence of the United States. You've never thought about the United States as a violent genocidal anti Black nation building project. Now that we're naming that. Yeah, you know you're feeling a kind of violence through that and ideological violence you feel displaced by that you feel endangered by that. That's all right. That's all right because I'm here with you. You know I'm here with you and we're all in this. At the same time, and the point is to figure out what's going to be the right some people will just disavow it and they'll do their best to fabricate their own return to the point from which they started. And then a lot of other people will never be able to go back to that same place that is the beauty of what I understand to be the best of ethnic studies is it displaces people from this default loyalty to the United States nation building project it disrupts the kind of default Americanism. That seems to shape the horizon of people's political, cultural, ideological ambitions, and it says that there's got to be something on the other side of this that is liberatory, that's a different way of being in the world. That's the best of ethnic studies. And so I do my best to work within that lineage, within that tradition, within that ambition. [00:48:02] Aisa Villarosa: I am thinking about. Adrienne Marie Brown and folks who say subscribe to the Nap ministry, et cetera. And as we progress generationally, we, in some cases, get a more nuanced vocabulary for times to pause, times to recharge you know, COVID 19 name your thing. Is there room in this struggle knowing that essentially we're out of time, right? The timer is going off. Can we rest? And how can we find rest in each other? [00:48:46] Dylan Rodriguez: That's such a hard one. I'll be completely vulnerable with the people that are listening, reading, and experiencing my comments right now. I would be a hypocrite to say That I fully ascribe to any regime that is committed to self care, right? I'd be lying. I'd be lying. I feel like I'm mostly committed to trying to engage with whatever forms of possibility radical possibility are available at my best to the point of getting close to exhaustion and then stopping and taking a rest and just asking people to give me a break and people are very just so let me back up the people who I tend to collaborate with nowadays are incredibly generous. They look out for each other. They give me more of a break than I probably need or deserve. All right, so but I'll say at the very same time with what is. obsessing me is this kind of humble notion that I want to maximize whatever contribution I can make to advancing some form of a liberation and abolitionist and anti colonial and Black liberation project before I walk off the mortal coil. That's it. That's my contribution. I feel honored to be part of that. I don't expect to necessarily see the liberation, the revolution, the decolonization in my lifetime, it's not about that. It's not that narcissistic. I got over that many years ago. So I'll say that with all humility with all vulnerability to people here, and I don't prescribe it. I'm not saying anybody should be like me. To the contrary. I think the lesson that I've learned from a variety of comrades who are much more mature than I am in terms of understanding the limitations of doing work this way and people have exemplified. A version of collective self care that attacks the kind of neoliberal individualized notion of self care that frankly really gets under my skin. They have taught me what my friends at the what [Big Tree & Martine] and I'll send you the link so people can check them out. They're the co founders of Ujima Medics in Chicago. I quote them all the time on this. But they have talked to me more than once about the notion. Of collective and deep responsibility. So I think I would use the term of deep responsibility, rather than self care I would use the term deep responsibility as a way to understand what it means to be in community with people who will make sure that you take the time that you take the space to recharge and pause that people who will recognize your vulnerability and your exhaustion. And make sure that you're able to rest to the point where you will remain a warrior that's effective in this ongoing struggle. And warrior when I say warrior I mean that all different kind of ways, right? There's all different kind of warriors. So I think what Martine and Amika talk about is deep responsibility is the one I would really emphasize because I think it's a notion of collectivity and it means that we're actually looking out for each other. And what it means is that we are pushing each other to care. For ourselves and others are caring for us, maybe in a way. That is wiser than we are capable, than what we are capable of doing for ourselves. And I know, and again, with all humility and vulnerability, I feel like that's what I need from people around me is to be around people who believe in that form of deeper collective responsibility. I'm probably not capable of it, right? That makes me, I know that makes me a bad abolitionist, everybody, but but others have taught me that's my limitation. So I feel like that's where I'm at. [00:52:10] Aisa Villarosa: You're winning the. Award for most honest guest star on this show, Dylan. [00:52:17] Dylan Rodriguez: I have no choice. I have no choice. [00:52:20] Aisa Villarosa: How can people support [00:52:21] Dylan Rodriguez: you? Oh man I don't need support. I don't need support from people. I don't. I don't. I don't I feel like there's so many, there's so many collective organizations and What I'd rather do is if you wanna get in touch with me, I'm happy to do that. People hit me up. I'm on social media, like I'm on Instagram and Twitter. Just look me up. Dylan Rodriguez 73 on Instagram. Dylan at Dylan Rodriguez. On Twitter. I guess it's called X Now. I don't know, I'm gonna jump off those platforms at some point, but for now I'm still on 'em. Email. You can email me at Dylan Rodriguez, collaborate@gmail.com. So that's a cool way to get in touch. So I feel like I'm Profoundly privileged position. Again I get to participate in all different forms of collective work. I have plenty of support. So I don't want people supporting me. What I want people to do is figure out what kinds of collaborative collective collaborative and collective project around them that are seeking autonomy. That's what I want people to do. That's what I want you to support. I want you to support autonomous projects. For liberation revolutionary struggle. And if it if there's decolonization there as well autonomous projects that are not dependent on the state that are not dependent on the Democratic Party that are not dependent on nonprofit organizations, non governmental organizations that don't Rely on public policy reforms. If there are communities organizations around that are seeking to create autonomous forms of power. That's what I want people to support. I think that's what needs to be modeled. That is what is on the other side of this collapsing civilization. Are these forms of autonomy, the sooner that we can begin to participate and experiment and autonomous forms of community that creates autonomous forms of things like justice, freedom, security. You know what I mean? It's secure. Health security, food security, education security, recreation security, the security of joy, collective love, all that stuff. The sooner that we can figure out different models to do that there may be an other side to the collapse of the civilization, which could very well happen in the coming days. I think depending where you are right now, it might be happening now. So that's what I would ask people to do, would be to support something like that. And if not, instigate and create it. [00:54:28] Aisa Villarosa: So appreciate that. And earlier… Off the recording, you and I were talking about something doesn't need to last forever to be successful. There is a molting that is happening now, a shedding, if you will. And so for listeners who are beginning their journey, you've made them feel just a little bit less lonely. So thank you for being on the show with us tonight, Dylan. Do you want to close with any final words for the audience? [00:55:01] Dylan Rodriguez: Yeah first of all, thank you for inviting me. I hope we can do this again sometime soon. This is a beautiful few minutes I shared. I do not take for granted that people are listening to this and taking it to heart. So I think the closing words I would offer to anybody who is interested in being engaged with the historical record to which we are speaking. I would just ask you if you're not already involved in some form of collective creative work. Whether it's something you would call a social movement, whether it's formal organization or whether it's something else. I will just ask that everybody here that's listening to this, if you're not already involved in something that's collective that is collaborative and ideally that is radically experimental and willing to look beyond. The horizons that have been presented to you as the farthest possibility. I want people to speculate and to figure out what is beyond the horizons that have been presented to them as the limit. What is beyond that? And I'm talking to artists. I'm talking to poets, scholars, activists, organizers, whoever is here, people who are incarcerated, everybody who's here, like there are so many different traditions that we can attach ourselves to all those traditions are collaborative and collective. So please just be part of a collective. Be part of a collective and for whatever it's worth reach out to somebody who can help you facilitate joining a collective. That's why I left you on my contact information, because for whatever it's worth, if I can play a small role in that, I'm down to do it. You probably don't need me. You probably got somebody else in your life that can help you do that. But do something that is collective, collaborative, experimental. That's my that's what I would leave with people. Yeah, that's the last words I would leave with people. [00:56:38] Aisa Villarosa: Borders are meant to be broken. So thank you, Dylan, for expanding folks vision tonight. Thank you for inviting me. [00:56:47] Miko Lee: Thank you so much for joining us. Please check out our website, kpfa.org backslash program, backslash apex express to find out more about the show tonight and to find out how you can take direct action. We thank all of you listeners out there. Keep resisting, keep organizing, keep creating and sharing your visions with the world. Your voices are important. [00:57:11] Miko Lee: Apex express is produced by me. Miko Lee. Along with Paige Chung, Jalena Keane-Lee, Preeti Mangala Shekar, Anuj Vaida. Kiki Rivera, Swati Rayasam, Nate Tan, Hieu Nguyen and Cheryl Truong tonight's show is produced by me Miko thank you so much to the team at kpfa for their support have a great Night The post APEX Express – 10.26.23 – Filipino American History Month appeared first on KPFA.

Interview with Reuben CarranzaReuben Carranza is currently the Group CEO and member of the Board of Directors for three hair companies, Amika, Eva NYC and Ethique.Reuben started his career with Procter & Gamble where he spent 24 years of increasing responsibilities across varied business units and geographies working with brands like Pantene, Olay, Cover Girl, Clairol, and Wella. He was then named the NA CEO for Wella Professionals. There, he led the restructuring of the businesses into an integrated organization of over 600 employees.In 2014, Reuben became a Partner in Luxury Brand Partners and led the creation, launch and scale-up of R+Co – the first luxury hair brand launched by LBP. After the expansion of the brand across 14 countries and after the sale of three iconic brands from LBP (Oribe Hair Care, Becca Cosmetics, Pulp Riot Hair Color), Reuben left the operational management team of LBP.In 2018, Reuben was appointed the President of Olaplex by the Founders and led the implementation of infrastructure to support growth. He led the launch of Olaplex in Sephora where it became the #1 hair care brand in 3 months. After doubling the business in 12 months, Reuben co-led the management sales pitches enabling the acquisition of the brand from the Founders.In August of 2019, Reuben joined Unilever Prestige as the CEO of Kate Somerville Skin Health Experts. In July of 2022, Reuben was named CEO of Amika, Eeeeeeeeva NYC and Ethique. Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reuben-carranza-29a96910https://www.instagram.com/reubencarranza/?hl=enhttps://loveamika.com/ https://loveamika.com/blogs/the-strand/beauty-changes-lives-amika-team-uphttps://beautychangeslives.submittable.com/submit/271368/amika-friend-to-hair-bipoc-cosmetology-student-scholarship-fall-2023https://beautychangeslives.submittable.com/submit/271367/amika-friend-to-hair-lgbtqia-cosmetology-scholarship-fall-2023News from TheTease.comhttps://www.thetease.com/october-tech-touch-ups/ https://www.thetease.com/the-pba-dropped-new-merch-for-beauty-pros-to-support-industry-initiatives/ https://www.thetease.com/cosmo-profs-color-the-world-2023-is-coming-back-heres-what-you-can-expect/ More from TheTease:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/readthetease/ (readthetease)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyehlers/ / (KellyEhlers)Instagram:

DATE NIGHT! We discussed my solo trip to New York for Fashion Week and Timmy's week with Sonny. We got into what's been on our minds, our goals for the week, and Sonny and the dynamic of rough-housing with classmates. It's been one year since Timmy's dad passed, and we checked in about all the emotions it's bringing up. Finally, we wrap it up with a little pop culture palette cleanser and how it feels to be called an 'Influencer.' This episode is brought to you by eBay, Amika, and Liquid I.V. Ensure your next purchase is the real deal with eBay Authenticity Guarantee. Everyone deserves real. Visit ebay.com for terms. Lather up your strands with Amika's clinically proven shampoo and conditioner duos that leave your hair looking and feeling like you just left the salon. Amika: let's get cleanical. Shop all my favorites at loveamika.com/WITHWHIT and get 20% off your order. Real People. Real Flavor. Real Hydrating. Grab your Liquid I.V. in bulk nationwide at Costco or you can get 20% off when you go to liquid-iv.com and use code WITHWHIT at checkout.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I am so proud to be an entrepreneur! The reality is that it takes WORK to start and build a business from the ground up. Sometimes, the rose-colored glasses must come off! Carol Han Pyle, founder of NETTE, and I ran through trials of entrepreneurship, the secret sauce to creating business success, delegating work to others, and building her brand! Carol started Nette because she felt the multi-billion dollar candle industry was due for a shift towards something cleaner and better. NETTE launched into Fine Fragrance exclusively with Sephora this past April. In addition to Nette, Carol has a digital agency, Community Atelier, where she leads a team of content creators and digital strategists heading up strategy for some of the best luxury brands in the world. This episode is brought to you by eBay, DoorDash, Amika, Fabric, and Jenni Kayne.Ensure your next purchase is the real deal with eBay Authenticity Guarantee. Everyone deserves real. Visit ebay.com for terms.Shop DoorDash to get everything you need for the back to school season delivered right to your door! That's 50% off up to $10 value, when you spend $15 or more, promo code withwhit. Terms apply.Lather up your strands with Amika's clinically proven shampoo and conditioner duos that leave your hair looking and feeling like you just left the salon. Amika: let's get cleanical. Shop all my favorites at loveamika.com/WITHWHIT and get 20% off your order.Join thousands of parents who trust Fabric life insurance to protect their family. Apply today in just minutes at meet fabric.com/WITHWHIT. Policies issued by Western-Southern Life Assurance Company. Not available in certain states. Prices subject to underwriting and health questions. Find your forever pieces @jennikayne and get 15% off with promo code WITHWHIT at jennikayne.com/WITHWHIT! #jennikaynepartner See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The past month has included a lot of learning and being accountable for our health. I am so grateful to have such amazing support from Timmy. We're sharing updates in this next episode of 'Date Night!' While we grow as individuals, we continue learning how we want to parent together! We discuss new things we want to implement with Sonny. PLUS, we share thoughts on Kylie Jenner + Timothèe Chalamet, "Below Deck" Drama, the winning milkshake!This episode is brought to you by Amika, Conair, and eBay.Lather up your strands with Amika's clinically proven shampoo and conditioner duos that leave your hair looking and feeling like you just left the salon. Amika: let's get cleanical. Shop all my favorites at loveamika.com/WITHWHIT and get 20% off your order.Say goodbye to curl drama and hello to perfect long-lasting curls at the push of a button. Shop Curl Secret by Conair, exclusively at Ulta.Ensure your next purchase is the real deal with eBay Authenticity Guarantee. Everyone deserves real. Visit ebay.com for terms.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's a SOLO! I am excited to have some "one-on-one" time with you. I am changing things up with a new format of WITH WHIT! I will share the how and why in this episode, but expect a lot more solos and 'Date Nights!' I'm excited. This episode is a personal audio journal. I haven't chatted with you alone in a while, so I wanted to connect on what's been going on with me lately. I cover what I learned from my appointment with a nutritionist and psychiatrist, financial anxieties, manifesting, how my depression has affected my motivation, fashion week prep, my latest reality TV binges, and more!! While I am switching things around, please leave a review to let me know what themes you want to hear more of!This episode is brought to you by Amika and Doordash.Lather up your strands with Amika's clinically proven shampoo and conditioner duos that leave your hair looking and feeling like you just left the salon. Amika: let's get cleanical. Shop all my favorites at loveamika.com/WITHWHIT and get 20% off your order.Shop DoorDash to get everything you need for the back to school season delivered right to your door! That's 50% off up to $10 value, when you spend $15 or more, promo code withwhit. Terms apply.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Interview with Aga TompkinsWith a passion for personal development and a deep understanding of image, Aga Tompkins is Celebrity Hairstylist / Makeup Artist, Certified Professional Beauty Educator, Motivational Speaker, and Amika Brand Manager with more than 15 years of experience driving positive impacts in the beauty and music industries. Aga's journey began when she founded her salon – Rock Razor Scissors – and quickly scaled it from local business to market leader by providing niche services to touring artists. Before she moved on to her next adventure, her business would serve some of the largest names in music, including Radiohead, Panic at the Disco, Fall Out Boy, Deftones, and Roger Waters.This experience opened the door to celebrity image development, and Aga fell in love with building and managing strategic brand images for some of the largest names in music. She served as Carly Rae Jepsen's Global Tour Hairstylist/MUA for nearly a decade, expertly seizing the opportunity to build and manage a strategic brand and image for the Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter and actor. She designed hair and makeup for Jepsen's appearances on and in SNL, the Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, Cosmopolitan, Allure, and The New York Times. More importantly, Aga drew on both her passion for style and commitment to authenticity to design the long-term strategy and direction for the artist's image. In doing so, she considered Jepsen's personality alongside upcoming trends. Most recently, Aga demonstrates her love of motivation, training, and growth to teach image, authenticity, and beauty as Territory Brand Manager for Amika while continuing to tour the world as a guest speaker in the industry.One of her favorite teaching opportunities is serving as a Pro Educator and Content Creator for America's Beauty Show. She creates and and maintains education and training materials from concept to execution while also directing live Zoom Continuing Education classes.At Amika, Aga has the opportunity to onboard, train, and mentor a sales team – as well as her clients' employees – across an 11-state territory. In addition to managing everything from onboarding and training to mentoring and employee engagement, she creates content, designs innovative social media posts, and serves on the DEI and Giving Back Committee as a co-lead for their partnership with Beauty Changes Lives. Whether she's traveling the country educating about beauty and authenticity or training team members to create a solid culture of growth and success, Aga applies her passion for professional development, understanding of image, and commitment to excellence to everything she does. Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/agatompkins/https://www.instagram.com/agatompkinsbeauty/https://www.youtube.com/c/AgaTompkinshttps://www.thetease.com/how-celebrity-hairstylist-and-makeup-artist-aga-tompkins-built-a-career-touring-with-some-of-your-favorite-musical-acts/News from TheTease.comhttps://www.thetease.com/august-tech-touch-ups/

Host Mimi Banks is joined this week by Chelsea Riggs, the Global President at amika. She discusses her journey that started as being hired as the first employee at the brand, to becoming Global President. She also talks about what it took for amika to become a Certified B Corporation.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautybizshow/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yarden Horwitz is the Co-founder of Spate, the artificial intelligence platform for identifying top trends in beauty. Over 150 beauty brands rely on the Spate platform to make critical business decisions in marketing and product development, including Estée Lauder, L'Oréal, P&G, Olaplex, Amika, Hero Cosmetics, and more. In this episode, Yarden tells about about the data and insights that are evolving from the New Face of Beauty. The New Face of Beauty describes the consumer's evolution from 2020 to 2023. They are demanding low maintenance, convenient solutions, they are investing in top dollar beauty treatments and they have an appetite to stand out amongst the crowd of trend followers. Yarden also tells us about her startup journey and road from Google's Trendspotting team to co-founding Spate.In 2016, she was named the Future Voice of Fashion by the Business of Fashion. Yarden sits on the NewBeauty Brain Trust board, which is exclusive to highly regarded experts in the beauty industry. She was named one of the most influential female leaders of 2022 by Entrepreneur Magazine. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Que mejor forma de iniciar la celebración del día internacional del libro que con Daisy Jones & The Six, la exitosa serie de Amazon Prime Video basada en el también exitoso libro de Taylor Jenkins Reid . Todo junto a una gran invitada y amiga de la casa Támara Yañez , nuestra querida Amika @tamydelpodvast . Recuerda seguirnos en instagram como @crazystupidpodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crazystupidpodcast/support

Chelsea Riggs, CEO of AMIKA, joins the podcast to share her journey from founding team member to CEO and how the standout brand is reimagining haircare. You probably wouldn't guess Chelsea found this job on Craigslist 13 years ago having no idea where it would take her. Today AMIKA continues to grow and dominate the haircare industry as a leading brand. The brand started out creating innovative tools and has expanded into hair care products with a thriving ecommerce business becoming a top 5 brand in Sephora. Amika has refocused to a purpose-driven ethos centered on a future in which beauty contributes to a world in which people and the planet prosper. Chelsea also shares:The power of branding and how their iconic, bold packaging led to double the revenueStrategy for expanding into new products and categoriesGrowth and marketing tactics including what's working now in ecommerceYou'll also hear Chelsea's advice to her younger self and what's next for Amika.Be sure to check out Amika at www.loveamika.com and on Instagram @AmikaWe hope you enjoy this episode and gain valuable insights into Chelsea Rigg's journey and the growth of her brand. Don't forget to like and subscribe to the Glam & Grow podcast for more exciting perspectives.This episode is brought to you by WavebreakLeading direct-to-consumer brands hire Wavebreak to turn email marketing into a top revenue driver.Most eCommerce brands don't email right... and it costs them. At Wavebreak, our eCommerce email marketing agency helps qualified stores recapture 6-7 figures of lost revenue each year.From abandoned cart emails to Black Friday campaigns, our best-in-class team of email specialists manage the entire process: strategy, design, copywriting, coding, and testing. All aimed at driving growth, profit, brand recognition, and most importantly, ROI.Curious if Wavebreak is right for you? Reach out at Wavebreak.coThis episode is sponsored by Iterable.Iterable is the most powerful customer communication platform that drives engagement, retention, and loyalty by enabling you to take all the valuable data you have and design and optimize personalized customer journeys. Over 1,000 brands like Bombas, Quince, and Ritual use Iterable to deliver joyful experiences with harmonized, individualized and dynamic communications at scale. Learn how you can too at Iterable's Activate Summit marketing conference! Join us on April 17-19 in San Francisco and discover how you can elevate marketing moments, build real connections, and create lasting impact for customers. If you can't make it in-person, tune virtually for free!Visit glamandgrow.co/activate to register. Use discount code GLAM30 for 30% off in-person tickets.

Jennifer Castellanos is currently the Brand Partnerships and Community Manager at Chillhouse, one of my favorite brands, but she didn't start in the beauty industry. Jenn is the definition of "where there is a will, there is way." After getting her masters at Columbia University in Psychology and starting a career in teaching, Jenn discovered her creative passion for branding and social media. Despite all of the stigma around not only changing careers and interning later in life, Jenn decided to quit teaching, work as a bottle service girl and intern at the hair care brand Amika. Her bravery and hustle lead to her dream career in beauty, where she could follow her passion to help others feel good and succeed. We get into: How a relationship lead her to move to NYC and go to college there How she thought she would have a career in Forensic Science Her decision to get her Master's in Psychology at Columbia University and start her teaching career The best parts of being a teacher and the not so great parts With no promise of success, she quits her job and takes a job working as a bottle service girl in night life in order to take an internship at the haircare brand Amika By being open and receptive to opportunities, Jenn lands a full time job at Amika The importance of social media as a person in beauty Follow Jenn on Instagram @JennBunNYC Follow Chillhouse on Instagram @ChillHouse --------------------------------------------------- Follow us on Instagram @LifeCuriousWomen Follow our host @AshleyNadineLopez Sign up for your Audible 30 day FREE trial now. ** Life Curious Women is an Audible Affiliate Partner and receives sponsorship at no additional cost to you** --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ashley-nadine-lopez/support

In Ep. 66 of Earned, Conor sits down with Chelsea Riggs, Global President of top-ranking professional haircare brand Amika. To start the episode, we learn what attracted Chelsea, who joined the founding team of Amika out of college, to the then-small startup, and how she worked her way up in six years from being a business development manager to Global Brand President. We then dive into Amika's standout success on social in recent years, and hear how building a more sophisticated influencer marketing engine—and a dedicated “A-team” creator community—helped propel this growth. Next, Chelsea explains why the sales team is so important to a beauty brand, as they are the “eyes and ears to the customer,” before sharing how Amika leverages its community of professional hair stylists for product feedback. Finally, we learn why Amika, which earned Sephora's “Clean at Sephora” seal last year, has evolved its product line to include clean, responsibly sourced ingredients—plus, Chelsea reveals that the brand is on its way to receiving a B Corp certification.

We're kicking off 2023 with a very special guest: longtime Hairbrained friend, Reuben Carranza. One of the most successful and prolific C-suite leaders in pro beauty, Reuben is currently CEO for Amika and Eva NYC. In this episode, he shares the many lessons learned growing up with a hairdresser mom, as well as practical advice that hairdressers need to consider for the year ahead. On a personal note, co-founder and host Gerard Scarpaci gets a chance to thank Reuben for his early support of Hb, which allowed us to grow to where we are today. All-New! Find the podcast/video on our YouTube page!

In just four years, sisters and co-founders Leigha and Audrey built Vitamin C, a seven-figure influencer agency specializing in TikTok. Today, they work with top influencers to build impactful social media strategies for brands like Butcher Box, Thrive Market, Amika, and Vuori.    On this episode of WorkParty the sisters are joining Jaclyn to share the secrets to creating a winning TikTok strategy. From finding an audience and landing partnerships to developing an influencer strategy and going viral—they know a thing or two about making an impact on the feed.    Resources: • To join the WorkParty click here • To connect with Jaclyn Johnson click here • To connect with Leigha Anthony click here • To connect with Audrey Anthony click here • To learn more about Vitamin C click here • To follow along with Create & Cultivate click here • To submit your questions call the WorkParty Hotline: 1-(833)-57-PARTY (577-2789) Produced by Dear Media

Christmas is here!  Christmas is here!  It's the week before Christmas, and Tanya and I have so much to say about all the events we attended and will attend in the days to come. Truett Moss turned 2, and I had a delightful guest from Hawaii whom I took to the Franklin Dickens Festival.  Cliff was with Amy and Vince at their annual Christmas concert at the Ryman.  Nicole made Cricut press mugs to celebrate the 77th annual Peevy Family Christmas; you have GOT to see how adorable they are.  Tanya pays tribute to Coach Mike Leach and a very sweet interview with him is posted below.  Tanya also makes a Mexican food declaration and lavishes us with many of her 2022 faves. Thanks for joining us.  Take care, Jasa   Coach Leach's Candy Post Game Candy Interview   Superlatively Yes Facebook Page   Jasa's Instagram Jasa's Facebook   Tanya's Instagram Tanya's Facebook   Please take a few minutes and like, rate, download, and subscribe to the Superlatively Yes podcast!!!    Wavve Audio Cast   ROC Skincare   Tanya's Tovala Smart Oven   Jasa's Olapex Shampoo and Conditioner   Crumbl Cookies Cute & Fun:   Amika Volume and Texture Spray  L'ange Flat iron L'ange Thick it cream L'ange Spiral wand Work + Life by Happy Planner Jockey Christmas joggers   Words of Wisdom:     “Teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom.”  Psalm 90:12   Our days are numbered: let us spare Our anxious hearts a needless care: It is Thine to number out our days; It is ours to give to Thy praise.  Madame Guyon Daily Strength for Daily Needs   Study Bible

@AmikaPro's Chelsea Riggs (@chelseamriggs) is back for a deep conversation about authenticity; sustainability and diversity; equity and inclusion; and how we can all be better prepared to leverage the power of professional salons to make a difference in the world. A follow up to Chelsea's record-breaking first appearance (Episode #215 is our # 1 most downloaded episode ever), this all-new conversation is sure to inform and inspire!

In todays episode you will learn business strategies from award winning business woman Rashuna Durham aka Shuna. Shuna who is known also as the hair boss & appearance enhancement specialist shares her journey as the owner of Shuna Hair Studio, Lead Pro Educator and platform artist for international hair care line, Amika and becoming a real estate investor at the age of 22. She provides insight into the benefits of being aligned with your values, doing what you love and how Plan B is to make Plan A work. Grab your notebook and pen and take some notes. Connect with Shuna FB: https://www.facebook.com/shunashairstudio/ https://www.facebook.com/rashuna.durham IG: https://instagram.com/shunashairstudio?utm_medium=copy_link https://instagram.com/mrsdurhamof4?utm_medium=copy_link

In our fourth and final episode of our feminism mini-series Floss is joined by founder of the free period movement, the award winning Amika George, for a call in, where we get to hear from YOU. Amika is an activist, author and icon who is literally dripping in awards. She founded the Free Periods movement in her bedroom when she was just 17 which resulted in her persuading the UK government to provide free menstrual products in all English schools and colleges from January 2020. Last year she published her first book Make It Happen: How To Be An Activist- isn't she the coolest?! Amika studied history at Cambridge University and Floss couldn't be in better company to answer your questions on feminism. Together they pull apart what we mean by ‘patriarchy', analyse why ‘periods' are so taboo and take a look at why Doja Cat shaking her arse has men all hot and bothered. Find Amika on instagram @amikageorge Find Floss on instagram and Tik Tok @florencegiven Original theme music by Black Honey. Find them on instagram - @blackhoneyuk Instrumental bed is Black Honey's song ‘Beaches'. Find the transcript for this episode here: https://somethin-else.github.io/transcripts/exactly/s1e8.txt   Click here and use the code EXACTLY to get 14 days' free access to CHEEX - the new and revolutionary membership offering a safe space for sexual entertainment and education. The promo is valid for new customers when selecting the yearly subscription option. Cancel anytime during the trial period. This is a Somethin' Else production.

In episode #40 Chloe and Taylor sit down for a mental health chat with full-time college student and skincare content creator, Imani King of @chillwithmani. Imani started openly documenting and sharing the highs and lows of her acne positivity journey on TikTok at the start of the pandemic and was able to successfully monetize her account around the 2K follower mark. She is consistently partnering with major beauty brands such a Youth to the People, Hero Cosmetics, Amika, and more, and today she is here to share her top industry secrets with YOU! We dive into: How Imani got into the world of content creation Tips for realizing your worth and monetizing your content as a small creator under 10K and as a creator of color Her best and worst experiences working with brands Red flags she looks out for when partnering with brands How openly sharing her acne positivity journey has impacted her mental health overall (both positively and negatively) Her favorite self-care item under $50 And more!! Taylor's Favorite of the Week: White Ankle Boots from Nordstrom Rack Chloe's Favorite of the Week: Sand and Fog Golden Spice Soy Wax Candle Small Business Shoutout: Conscious Step To keep up with Imani on Instagram click HERE To keep up with Imani on TikTok click HERE Feel free to stalk your hosts a little further: Chloe: @chloew.art Taylor: @taygrahambiz and @sociallytaylored To ask us a question or request a guest, connect with us on Instagram and Twitter @ceoishpodcast or email us at ceoishpodcast@gmail.com

Vita Raykhman was challenged with breaking into the competitive beauty industry of hair products by creating and developing an artistic, fun, and inclusive haircare brand. As a Co-Founder and Creative Director of Amika and creative director of Eva NYC, Vita utilizes her fine art skills in her creative position at Heat Makes Sense, Inc. Focused on establishing a community, Vita's companies strive to focus on the collective to ensure the best experience for all. Vita is known for creating a brand from an idea and transforming it into a successful business venture that to this day, is thriving. It is clear that she understands what is it like to be a young creative looking to begin a career in marketing and is generous enough to mentor, teach and share her wisdom. What draws us to her brands is the creative packaging design but what keeps us loving Amika and Eva NYC are the products themselves. Both of the brands' mantra is to be “kind + clean” and cruelty-free and aspire to continue to promote environmental sustainability and recycling. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So You Went To Bed With Makeup On, Now What?!?!? Step 1: Don't Freak Out!! We talk 7 easy steps to get your skin bouncing back in no time. We also discuss our thoughts on the elf putty cream blushes in 3 shades. Other fun stuff: Woodstock 99 Documentary, Nail Stickers, Amika, Hacks, Pokemon Snap, Simone Biles. Vote for Ash and Co in the BTC One Shot Hair Awards!! Please go follow us on instagram @beautfyguidespodcast for reels, reviews and to chat beauty! Check out our Linktree in the Instagram Bio for brand affiliations and discount codes: * Shop our favorite Skin Prep Line- Sonia Roselli * Get 20% off IGK Order with Code LAURENHALL20 * Kelsey wrote a book called THE SCIENCE BEHIND SKINCARE. You can purchase it on Amazon

Interview with Chelsea Riggs Chelsea Riggs, Brand President of Amika joins us to discuss their new "All Hair Welcome" campaign. Chelsea Riggs is a founding member and Brand President of amika, a fun, accessible and affordable-luxury haircare brand that's re-writing the narrative of the professional hair industry. Throughout her tenure, Riggs has built the brand's distribution from the ground up by focusing on supporting the hairstylist community (now carried by over 40k stylists), gradual expansion with Sephora US over the past 10 years into all doors, and a robust DTC business that contributes over 25% of revenue. Under her leadership, amika has seen 10x revenue growth and refocused to a purpose-driven ethos centered on a future in which beauty contributes to a world where people and the planet prosper. Riggs graduated from Florida State University in 2008 with a degree in merchandising, and has been featured in WWD, Nylon, Vogue Business and Glossy. May 2020 with Miki Wright Go to https://my.captivate.fm/BeautySuperStars.com (BeautySuperStars.com) and listen to Miki Wright's podcast focused on race and diversity in the beauty industry. We'll be talking about her all month long as she reviews the beauty industry's successes and failures since George Floyd's death.  This week's episode is titled Is Multi-Cultural a Myth? with Dominique Lunn.  Go to BeautySuperStars.com to learn more, listen, watch and participate in these conversations! News from TheTease.com https://www.thetease.com/americas-beauty-show-2021-is-happening-in-person-in-september/ https://www.thetease.com/6-sunscreen-products-to-save-your-hair-and-scalp-from-the-sun/ https://www.thetease.com/help-frontline-fortnight-give-covid-19-hospital-workers-free-hair-services/ https://www.thetease.com/fable-manes-holiroots-hair-oil-will-convince-you-to-add-hair-oiling-to-your-routine/ Continue the Conversation Connect with Chelsea Riggs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amika/ (amika) Website: https://loveamika.com/ Find More from TheTease: Instagram: @https://www.instagram.com/readthetease/ (readthetease) Instagram: @https://www.instagram.com/kellyehlers/ (KellyEhlers) Instagram: @https://www.instagram.com/eljeffreycraig/ (eljeffreycraig) Web: http://www.thetease.com/ (TheTease.com) Email: VolumeUp@TheTease.com

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This week on The sex KiKi, we're Ki'd up with Amika Tendaji known as Big Tree in the social justice world, she is a mother of social justice leaders, a Chicago youth and community organizer and the co-founder of Ujimaa Medics (UMedics). U Medics is a collective focused on health justice and self-determination for Black people. To date, Umedics has taught over a thousand, predominantly Black, directly affected people, first responder skills for gunshot wounds. Amika also serves as a co-lead of Black Lives Matter Chicago and she is the Mental Health Movement Organizer for Southsiders Together Organizing for Power (STOP). On this episode, we talk about violence, peace, compersion, self-reliance, first responder skills, justice for families a sector of BLM Chicago, messy endings, hoe ancestors, problematic tendencies, decolonizing, sex with friends, sex travel groups, relationships with men who have been locked up. **Be sure to give us 5 stars on Apple Podcast and leave a review!** Hosts/Creators: Koco Meow (@kocomeow) & Angelique Nelson(@nocorset) Produced by: P Power Radio & SK STUDIOS Music: Moesha's Diary (Mike Nasty Remix) by Mike Nasty is licensed under a Creative Commons License.

Thank God for Gen Z. They truly care about wanting to make the world better. When I first met Amika a few years ago, she wasn't old enough to vote, yet she was on a mission to change government policies to fight period poverty with her Free Periods movement. And she still is.   Our theme for July is YOUTH, and Amika was at the top of the list of people I wanted to get on Gurls Talk. She embodies how the youth are driving change and how politics isn't just Westminster, it's standing up for what you believe in. We talk about the generation gap within politics, how we can all help end period taboos by being more open about them and educating boys about them. We talk about how we all have similar stories of bleeding on a bed or through our pants. How we've been conditioned to believe that periods are embarrassing, to be spoken about in hushed tones, and to sneak a tampon up our sleeves before we head to the loo.   So, take a listen to feel period-liberated, inspired and empowered to “be the change you want to see in the world” – as Gandhi said. And as always, mad, mad love.   Find out more about Free Periods and join the movement here: https://www.freeperiods.org   Do you know that period-proof underwear is a thing? It means you can ditch buying tampons and pads every month. https://www.shethinx.com   And we love that brands are making things like this: Viva La Vulva! https://www.bodyform.co.uk/products/yours-is-the-only-perfect-vulva/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIuKGz7ISb4wIVSr3ACh0-4wmZEAAYASAAEgK1hfD_BwE   Please send any messages to www.gurlstalk.com and you can follow us on Instagram @GurlsTalk. Don't forget to subscribe to never miss an episode of the Gurls Talk podcast.