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SEASON. SERIES. FINALE. The boys sign off in style with an on-location episode in Allston’s AWOL Boutique with their General Manager Chris Blomstedt. We talk streetwear trends in through history, Chris’s style evolution and his philosophy as a streetwear business owner and aficionado. We got off the f—in' Travis Scott Cacti in a sneaker store guys, felt like we were Virgil Abloh or something. Chris even gave us free clothes! 2.5 years as a fashion podcast and this was the first time we’ve ever gotten free shit. Good send off!On a more serious note, to the people who came on the show, and to the people who listened, we’re extremely grateful you gave us your time and energy. It’s meant is the world as long as we’ve done this. Clout Chasing Forever. This episode was edited by Jackson MacheskyDisclaimer: “Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
BOYS ONLYYYY. Just Carter and Armand, hopping from various topics without a guest to use as a buffer between their sexual tension with each other. We talk Clout Chasing, its nonexistent future, Oscar red carpet looks, accessibility in fashion and more. ONE MORE COMING!This episode was edited by Jackson Machesky.Disclaimer: “Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
By God, that’s Conner Reed’s music!! *mitski plays* The Arts & Culture Editor at Portland Monthly Magazine joins the boys for a second time to have a Big Brain Genius Film Conversation, talk the benefits of watching bad movies, life in Portland as a sprightly single man and his MarMon memories as a BU alum. Armand has never hung out with Conner but he would die for him.This episode was edited by Jackson Machesky. Disclaimer: "Clout Chasing" contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
“I wish there was a way to know you're in the good old days before you've actually left them.”Well, we knew we were recording a classic ep before we left the podcast factory.True multi-hyphenate brain genius Traci Felton joins the boys to talk sex toys everyone should own, figuring out their own style by learning from the world around them, and overrated style hacks everyone should avoid. It’s a good one folks! This episode was edited by Jackson Machesky.Disclaimer: Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
Amir Williams joins the boys for a good old fashioned vibe sesh — We’re talking how to embark on a style evolution, summer dressings tips, sneaker collections, frying your partner’s outfit and New York City slang. Amir also talks up fellow CC extended universe homie Nessa Foxe and her big Gasolina sweaters, and the challenges of being too matchy-matchy when you dye your dome bright orange. Listen in folks!This episode was edited by Jackson Machesky.Disclaimer: “Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
George Abunaw and Matt Singer, two sports journalists focusing on American soccer, join the boys to talk drip in the Footballing World, interviewing the players who represent the US on the world stage. and the looming golden generation of American soccer players. Matt and Armand also squash beef following a 2019 incident in which Matt totally owned Armie by slamming him into the wall in an indoor IM soccer game. That’s what the beautiful game is all about baybee.This episode was edited by Jackson Machesky.Disclaimer: “Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.”
In this bonus episode, Armand (sans Carter) continues the Clout Chasing Vanity Project by delving into his favorite non clothing related topic: politics. Joined by friends of the show and genius political minds Lexi Matthews and Riley Villiers, Armand goes through the 4 days of CPAC, the Conservative Political Action Conference. Speeches from a wide scope of conservative thinkers and politicians, culminating in the return to the podium of Donald J. Trump. We melted our brains for a whole weekend to make an episode no one asked for. Enjoy! This episode was edited by Jackson Machesky.Disclaimer: “Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.” under description
Rising star & NPR Tiny Desk veteran Raveena Aurora sits down with the boys over Zoom to spread love & positive vibes, dude. She talks meshing her Indian & Western influences, being her own creative director, not hating on ANYONE’S style (we tried really hard to get her to hate on some shit but she’s just to posi) and understanding LA style. She’s one of the sweetest people we’ve ever spoken to, and a very intelligent person who takes her work & her art seriously. Stream Moonstone bitch!This episode was edited by Jackson Machesky.Disclaimer: “Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
Nessa Foxe, creator of Foxe Studios, a collection of hand painted one-of-one sweater (and Carter’s close personal celebrity friend) sits down for a long overdue episode to talk painting inspiration, what growing up in New York taught her about style, and her Irish heritage. Earliest we’ve ever recorded, resulting in us drinking whiskey at 10:30 a.m. Did you know Migos performed with a classical orchestra? We watched it before we taped. Good vibes all around. Wish I got one of Nessa’s sweater before they sold out. Alas!This episode was edited by Jackson Machesky.Disclaimer: “Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
Isk Mah and Daniel Dreval, two of the most knowledgeable jawnz addicts around, stop in to tape one of the longest, most fashion heavy episodes in Clout Chasing’s storied history. Talking shit, posting fit. Just dudes hanging out, talking about the streetwear hype cycle, 2012 Swag, androgynous fashion, and up and coming brands & designers. Some serious knowledge darts for anyone who wants to get more into the fashion world; these lads delivered and they delivered bigly. This episode was edited by Jackson Machesky. Disclaimer: “Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
Meet Armand Manoukian and Carter Farnsworth, podcast hosts of fashion and culture show, Clout Chasing. With Jake, the duo discusses their entry into the podcast world, the inside of fashion blogging and what consumers may not know, and the remains of toxic masculinity in the industry and their perspectives on its resolution and their involvement in so. Listen to Clout Chasing wherever you're listening now, and follow Armand and Carter. Continue supporting Groundbreaking by subscribing to the podcast and leaving a review. Want more from FRNDLY? Check out what we're up to by visiting us at frndlymedia.com and following @frndlymedia on all platforms. You can also follow Jake at @jacobwittenberg. Know somebody we should interview or have a thought you'd like to share? Contact the show by emailing jake@frndlymedia.com. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jake-brewer/support
Influencer and Lifestyle Blogger Emma Cohen joins the boys to dish about influencing her friends to adopt rabbits, learning to dress after wearing a uniform her whole life and the Allbirds Ugliness-Comfort ratio. Join us for some of the spiciest Hills to Die On Ever, a slandering of the Southwest United States, and much more. Follow Emma at EmmaCCohen on IG and YouTube!This episode was edited by Jackson Machesky.Disclaimer: “Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
Lights! Camera! Vanesa! Non-binary filmmaker Vanesa Stoynova chops it up with the boys on shooting their short film, Ernaline, in the COVID-19 era, learning to dress like Frog & Toad (but also disliking frogs & toads), how Grey’s Anatomy inspired a brief pre-med career, and more. Another classic episode in the “Armand & Carter Talk More Than the Guest” Collection. This episode was edited by Jackson MacheskyDisclaimer: "Clout Chasing" contains strong language some may find explicit or offensive.
We've done this show long enough that we know a Classic when we're smack-dab in the middle of one. Jess Zheng and Sham Sullivan, two e-board executive suite CREATIVE POWERHOUSES for CC-favorite cultural mag Charcoal Magazine sit down with the boys to preview their newest issue (DROPPING FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 19TH), discuss the creative process and talk that sweet hashtag content baybee. ALSO! A SHOW FIRST: The lads got owned during Fit of the Day. Tune in to see how. An electric episode bottom to top, this shit felt good. Like when Steph Curry turns his back after he shoots because he knows that ball is GOING STRAIGHT IN. THE HIGH OCTANE PODDING YOU’VE GROWN TO KNOW AND LOVE IS ALIVE FOLKS, AND IT’S BEAUTIFUL.This episode was edited by Jackson MacheskyDisclaimer: “Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of sexual assault.THE VAGINAS! THEY'RE MONOLOGUING! Gladys Vargas, a campus activist and organizer, joins the boys to discuss her writing and participating in The Vagina Monologues and Yoni ki Baat, as well as the February 7th protests against Boston University's sexual assault problem. And then, in signature Clout Chasing style, the bois bring Gladys back down to Planet Stupid and we talk shit on theater kids, Karens, discovering your style by stealing clothes, and Tom Cruise lookbooks! You know a Clout Chasing episode is off the rails when Carter and Armand speak more than the guest does, but hey, if that isn't Independent Student Newspaper Podcasting then I don't know what is.This episode was edited by Jackson MacheskyDisclaimer: “Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
HARK! FRIENDS, LEND ME YOUR EARS! CLOUT CHASING RETURNS. THE BOYS ARE BACK IN THE STUDIO! Solange Hackshaw, founder and writer of lifestyle blog Tips from Your Good Sis and host of the Beauty, Brains & Baggage podcast breaks a Clout Chasing RECORD for the number of times a guest has rolled their eyes at the lads. Sit in for an especially horny episode; we talk Height to Dick Size Ratio, the misconceptions young people have with sex, and more. Solange also tells us about her works as an IG Story Q&A Researcher, what she’s learned from her followers, and how thats impacted her blog & podcast. Good stuff all in all. A sober episode too, which Carti & Armie were nervous about. Great nonetheless. Disclaimer: “Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
BY GOD THAT’S JAKE BREWER’S MUSIC!!!! Jacob Wittenberg comes BACK to the podcast factory to round out a STAR-STUDDED SEASON 3. He chopped it up with the boys on the magic of veganism, wielding his young person knowledge to build up is company FRNDLY Media, and dealing with some HOT HOT Intellectual Property law issues
Season 1 favorite Nolan Spencer comes back into the podcast factory to talk ironically listening to Chromatica, how life would be better if went back to 2012, and the confidence BOOST that came from being on the BEST FASHION PODCAST ON CAMPUS. Dont knock it till ya try it, kids! The Clout Chasing difference is very, very real. "Clout Chasing" contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
Ethan Brown, host of The Sweaty Penguin, an environmental science podcast here at BU, sits down with the boys to talk why Fast Fashion is killing polar bears, actually putting effort into podcasting, and dropping BARS on the UN Environment Programme. Taco Bell does not sponsor this podcast but it probably should at this point, right? Who do I talk to about it? Anyways, Ethan came in a bowtie. How cool is that? He brought notes! Our man did his work on this here show, so listen because otherwise his labor is being exploited.“Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
HBO Campus Brand Manager and BUTV10 producer Alex Ross regales the boys with tales of fashion in suburbia, gives us her broadcast journalism GOATs, talks buying clothes from celebrities, and the importance of being literate. Armand will probably get mad at that last bit, but it's not like he can read this.(This episode was not sponsored by Taco Bell Cantina).“Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
The boys sit down with....the boys? Carter and Armand and Justin interview each other in a lazy attempt at covering up inability to guest book. Tune in for some behind the scenes Clout Chasing Hot Gossip, Justin calling out Armand, and Carter being the lovable straight man as per....“Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
Nick Mason sits down with the boys to talk sneakers, New York City baybeee and the misgivings of fashion companies doing good business without doing good fashion. He can also do some pretty cool impressions! And Armand mentions the cool shoes he just bought. AND Carter yells at him for it. Par for the course really. End of description!“Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
Charcoal Magazine model & content creator Chike Asuzu chops it up with the boys on everything from sleeping butt ass naked to blacking out while you’re online shopping to bringing back bullying. He once bought a hat from the same store Usher did. Pretty cool if you ask me. Instant classic.“Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
Riley Villiers & Lexi Matthews, executive producers of BUTV10’s The Vote 2020, their 3-night election coverage, sit down with the boys to sip 4Lokos at 2 p.m. on a Saturday, expose that Armand is difficult to work with, talk the difference between print & broadcast journalists, and finding that perfect status tote bag.“Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
Off the Cuff Magazine Creative Director and Crybaby Zine Story Editor Zoe Allen talks to the boys about BU's fashion community, her inner frat boy and fashion in the world of sports. Also a couple ketamine jokes. And the city of Dallas. And Tyler Herro? It was a blast. End of Description.“Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
Renegade! Renegade!! BU Student and TikTok Star Gabby Policano sits down with the boys to talk having an army of 11 year old fans, reading fan fiction about herself and the horny-as-hell theater student community. Follow her @gabby_policano on TikTok and follow us on Instagram @ carter_farnsworth and @ manooookian“Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
The juice is loose! There's only so much constructive discussion to be had when you're sitting on a couch in Allston. As our recording time reaches a new record, WTBU's ManEater talks trophy husbands, interior design red flags, and not knowing what Grey Poupon is!“Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
The boys sit down with the hosts of WTBU's ManEater (Charlotte Beatty, Archelle Thelemaque, and Grace Shaver), a weekly radio show dedicated to promoting female and gender non-conforming artists and discussing intersectional feminism, to talk the summer that was, how ridiculous #BlackOutTuesday was, and BU's wide-spreading network of activism.
The boys sit down with Melody You, BU grad and the creator of @albumreceipts, a quarantine art project that has now hit 113k followers on IG. Melody talks getting harassed by Taylor Swift fans, breaking down deals with record labels, and getting noticed by her favorite artists.
The boys sit down with Conner Reed, a recent BU alum who is now the arts & culture editor at Portland Monthly Magazine, to spit facts on purchasing A24 candles, being a powerful art critic and media elite, and watching bad movies for fun.“Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
We sat down with Stephanie Tavares, president of Umoja, the Black Student Union at BU, to discuss their $141,000 fundraiser with BU StuGov for Black Lives Matter, how to avoid performative activism, coalition building on campus, and muting EVERY group chat she's ever been in.Disclaimer: “Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
We are SO excited to have on our FIRST GUEST (and so you can hear another voice besides ours). Armand Manoukian (@manooookian on Instagram, give him a follow ladies he is single) is a friend, our biggest fan, and fellow podcast co-host of his own culture podcast, Clout Chasing, which you can check out on Spotify here- (https://open.spotify.com/show/4adYnCbh2hpZGei7Ed45bL?si=tVfth3EWTd2t8h54nJkLGw). In this episode, we talk about how Armand supports his homies (to the point of getting punched in the face), advice on fashion, and unpacking what it means to love in modern society. Make sure you give Armand a follow, read his fashion blog (because it’s awesome!) and listen to his podcast as well. Make sure to dm us episode suggestions at our Insta (@twistedtpodcast), follow us to be notified as soon as our new episodes go live, and our personal accounts @bonniengaii + @genevelau. Kisses!
From a DIY “studio” in London, the boys bring back 3 former guests and discuss London shopping, the best American cities to spend the summer in, and what it takes to call yourself a simp.
Incoming Editor in Chief of the Daily Free Press Victoria Bond sits down with the boys for the season finale of Clout Chasing to discuss her vision for the paper, Megan Thee Stallion, and how much the boys suck at their job!
The boys get bullied into having a FILA advocate on the pod because we're all about Hearing All Sides of The Story. Dani Chaum sits down for the penultimate episode of the season to discuss being Basic as a personality trait, why Carter & Armand can't find love, and BU on Broadway.
In the most electric episode yet, Hot Take Haver Archelle Thelemaque comes into the studio to congratulate the boys for being white men, spread The Gospel of Tyga, and drag the very art of High Octane Podcasting through the mud.Disclaimer: “Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
The boys answer some of your questions in an attempt to make themselves feel more important than they really are.Disclaimer: “Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
The boys sit down with Thor Nelson, a bonafide Fashion Knower, to discuss his fashion blog, SUPERPOSITION, having the cheekbones of Russian aristocrats, and disrespecting the troops by wearing their uniform better than they do.Disclaimer: “Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
@Rhetty2Die meme queen Vanya Kohlweg sits down with the boys to discuss making memes for suffering teens, shooting shots at Barstool BU, and COM boys who paint their nails. Stay till the end of the episode for a Clout Chasing first: an off-the-cuff (and sometimes even sincere) conversation between Armand and Carter.Disclaimer: “Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
In a marathon interview, fashion marketing expert and Armand's childhood best friend Nicholas Zakari comes to the studio to discuss New York's impact on the fashion community, the music-to-jawnz pipeline, and growing up in LA to see it invaded by influencers.Disclaimer: “Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
BU Creative and Designer of Flora Amour Ivan Reyes joins us to describe the drip he had in middle school (on our snapback and tattoos VIBES), some good ol' Kanye West, and the best hoodie money (even very little of it) can buy.Disclaimer: “Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
Buffalo Exchange buyer Tessa Richardson shares with us the insights of the thrift shop industry, its impact on fashion, and how to dress yourself according to an imaginary friend in your head.Disclaimer: “Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
Culture writers Carina Imbornone and Hannah Kinney-Kobre give us their hot takes on Queer Eye, Some Other Podcast That We Don't Care About, and Jeffrey Epstein.Disclaimer: “Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
Travel aficionado and fashion icon Maya Malekian discusses how to get a fit off even when traveling, how her father is significantly cooler than she is, and why brunch SUCKS!Disclaimer: “Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
George Abunaw and Chinda Eleonu speak for way too long about starting an underground small business on BU Housing, what it's like to have swag in Connecticut, and how they would be proud trophy husbands.Disclaimer: “Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
Bern Singson and Carena Marchi discuss their personal style, running a sorority Instagram account, and how to slide into DMs properly (don't).Disclaimer: “Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
In the Season 1 closer, we talk to fashionista and soon-to-be Macy’s corporate tastemakerJulia Seelig about Crocs, Swagless Dads, and who styled the Nazis.Disclaimer: “Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
Businessman and rapper Tim Gray discusses how he stays focused, what he thinks the key to success in the hip-hop industry is and the difference between Memphis and Atlanta strip clubs.Intro/outro music by: Tim Gray (@timgray__)
On this episode of “Clout Chasing,” comedians Danya Trommer and Alex Tuchi join to discuss how to be certifiably funny, making jokes while naked and Olive Garden.Intro/outro song: "Twisted" by Travvyboy
Musician and social media marketer Jacob Wittenberg discusses his first-ever tour as a musician, his songwriting process and how to get companies to notice you on social media.
On this episode of “Clout Chasing,” we sat down with a social media phenom and former Twitter troll to discuss stan culture, online communities and pranking Teen Vogue.Disclaimer: “Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
On this episode of “Clout Chasing,” we talk to Melony Breese and Kate Hadley, founders of the fashion blog realcoolkillers.com, to discuss fashion media, Instagram culture and why Ariana Grande sucks.Disclaimer: “Clout Chasing” contains language some may find explicit or offensive.
Two guests! What is this, a crossover episode? The prodigal Armand Manoukian returns in this episode, and we also chat with Christian Rich, a rising Tik Tok star. Today, we tackle some very important topics such as: the history of incels, emily and armand’s rap beef, and being wholesome on social media. We also brainstorm ideas for our next episode, which may or may not feature the infamous Bobby. Stay tuned. --- Follow us on social media, we are very funny. Twitter: @yaswtbu Instagram: @yaspodcastwtbu
What is this, a crossover episode? The prodigal Armand Manoukian returns in our fifth episode. Today, we tackle some very important topics: the history of incels, Emily and Armand’s rap beef, and being wholesome on social media. We also brainstorm ideas for our next episode, which may or may not feature the infamous Bobby. Stay tuned. Follow us on social media, we are very funny. Twitter: @yaswtbu Instagram: @yaspodcastwtbu --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/yaswtbu/support