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Gwen Whiting (click to visit Laundress) In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with her longtime friend and original podcast guest, Gwen Whiting—renowned designer, entrepreneur, and co-founder of The Laundress, the cult-favorite luxury cleaning brand that redefined eco-conscious living. Gwen Whiting's The Fill is a members-only home cleaning brand that elevates everyday routines with aromatherapeutic, eco-conscious products. Designed as a wellness experience, it blends sustainability, luxury, and functionality through a curated, concierge-supported subscription model.From building a global business to elevating the everyday rituals of home care, Gwen shares her journey at the intersection of sustainability, design, and female entrepreneurship.If you're passionate about thoughtful consumption, love a beautifully curated home, and want a behind-the-scenes look at how women-led brands are challenging industry giants, this conversation is not to be missed. Tune in now. Beauty Bosses Podcast RSS

For this special ninth episode of Series Eight, we're taking part in Podcasthon 2025 - an annual global event for podcasters to collectively raise awareness of charities they care about. With our guest, we've chosen to support the charity Mind, and you can hear more about their work and access support here: mind.org.uk. If you're outside the UK, you can find international support here.NOTE: This episode contains archaic terminology, and historic references to conditions and treatment methods of people with mental health issues, and refers to suicide. In this episode, host Andrew Martin is joined by Jane Hough - a genealogist, blogger, and former guest (see 'The Laundress' from Series One). He finds out how her research has progressed, her work with Few Forgotten Women, and her love of Wills and studying.THE LIFE STORY - LILIAN MAUDE EVANS For this part of the episode, Andrew and Jane are joined by Kathryn Burtinshaw - genealogist, genealogy tutor, and co-author of 'Lunatics, Imbeciles and Idiots - A History of Insanity in Nineteenth Century Britain & Ireland' (Pen and Sword, 2017). Jane tells the moving story of her Great Grandmother Lilian Maude Evans, who was found wandering the streets in distress, and was arrested. Given the choice of prison or the workhouse, she chose the latter.... and she ends up in a mental health institution. We turn to Kathryn to help us to understand the context of Maude's diagnosis and treatment.THE BRICK WALL - RICHARD and MARY HUTCHINSONThis time, Jane has chosen her 3x Great Grandparents Richard and Mary Hutchinson of Huddersfield in West Yorkshire, England.Jane has them on the 1841, 1851, and 1861 censuses in Huddersfield, but cannot find a sure match for their origins. They were both born in the 1790s and there's some Lancashire connections.If you think that you can offer her some help with a clue or research idea, then you can contact her at her website allthosebefore.org.uk or Bluesky account, or alternatively you can send us a message and we'll pass it on to her.Meanwhile, Jane knows how helpful Andrew can be... but will she take his offer a second time?- - - Episode Credits:Andrew Martin - Host and ProducerJane Hough - GuestKathryn Burtinshaw - GuestSupport the showThank you for listening! You can sign up to our email newsletter for the latest and behind the scenes news. You can find us on Twitter @FamilyHistPod, Facebook, Instagram, and BlueSky. If you liked this episode please subscribe for free, or leave a rating or review, or consider giving us a 'tip' to keep the show funded.

Gwen shares her remarkable journey of founding The Laundress, a luxury laundry brand.   From securing a government-backed loan to self-financing with credit cards, Gwen details her determination and innovative spirit. She discusses the challenges and successes of building her business, the experience of negotiating a sale with Unilever, and her emotional turmoil post-acquisition.   Gwen reflects on the aftermath of the sale, the impact of a major product recall, and her eventual decision to launch her next venture, 'The Fill'.    01:20 The Birth of The Laundress: Vision and Early Challenges 02:30 Funding the Dream: Financial Struggles and Strategies 03:40 Market Entry: Launching and Finding Early Adopters 05:00 Growth and Media: Building a Brand in a Pre-Social Media Era 08:53 Self-Financing: Risks and Rewards of Going Solo 16:18 Strategic Positioning: Attainable Luxury and Key Partnerships 17:13 The Exit Plan: Preparing for Acquisition 18:57 The Unilever Deal: Negotiations and Realizations 26:36 Navigating the Acquisition Process 28:00 Realizing the Challenges Post-Acquisition 29:24 Cultural Misfits and Organizational Chaos 31:53 The Aftermath: Recall and Brand Damage 34:30 Emotional Toll and Non-Compete Struggles 43:55 Launching a New Venture: The Fill 48:04 Reflections and Future Aspirations    

Gwen Whiting is the co-founder of The Laundress and founder of the new private members cleaning community The Fill Club. Gwen studied textile design in college and started her career at Ralph Lauren working in women's and home design. As she began to grow her high-end work wardrobe, she grew frustrated with the lack of high-quality, effective cleaning products available. She realized there was a huge white space in the laundry category and knew she could do something about it. In 2004, she launched The Laundress with her co-founder, and over the next 15 years, grew the company without any outside investment. The Laundress came to be known for its excellent products and elevated design. In 2019, the company was acquired by Unilever, a move Whiting hoped would help bring its products to a global audience. In 2021, she left the company, and in 2022, watched in shock as The Laundress recalled all of its products due to elevated levels of bacteria. Before the incident, she had no desire to ever return to the laundry world, but after observing the scandal from the outside and realizing how much she still wanted to help her core customer base clean better, she decided to get back into the laundry game. The result is her new venture, The Fill, a private members cleaning community and collection of sustainable cleaning solutions.Head over to our Instagram @secondlifepod to enter our giveaway celebrating 7 years of Second Life! Giveaway ends Monday, January 27th at midnight PST. Terms and conditions apply.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Even if you aren't familiar with Gwen Whiting's story, you will definitely know her as the founder of The Laundress who's premium and eco-friendly cleaning products revolutionized how we do our laundry. Over the course of 17 years, Gwen built The Laundress into a household name before eventually selling the company to Unilever in 2019. After watching the brand she created become unrecognizable to her, Gwen created a new start for herself by founding The Fill–a private members cleaning community and collection of sustainable solutions offering maximized luxury and minimal impact. In this interview, we discuss The Laundress' launch story, Gwen's experience selling her company, and how she's reinventing the wheel yet again. Don't miss this episode of Claim Your Confidence where we talk about:Gwen's inspiration to create The Laundress and what it takes to disrupt and reinvent an entire product categoryTrusting and believing in yourself as a founder and how no one is going to care more about your mission than youSelling The Laundress to Unilever, what Gwen learned, and what she would have done differently looking backUnderstanding your brand's roadmap and exploring all of the opportunities for growth available to youGwen's new company The Fill and her focus on building community around her brand and productsFind Gwen:https://www.gwenwhiting.comIG: @gwenlwhitingLinkedIn: Gwen WhitingFollow Lydia:www.lydiafenet.comIG: @lydiafenetLinkedIn: Lydia FenetQuestions or comments, we'd love to hear from you...send us a text!Or record a question here so we can answer it on the next episode of Claim Your Confidence.To stay up to date with Claim Your Confidence and get all the behind-the-scenes content, follow us on Instagram and on YouTube.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple or Spotify or where ever you get your podcasts.Recorded at The Newsstand Studios at Rockefeller Center.Thank you for listening.

Gwen Whiting is renowned for founding and scaling The Laundress, a premium eco-friendly laundry brand, into a global lifestyle company. She launched it in 2002 with a grassroots event called “The Soap Splash,” growing the brand for 17 years without outside capital until its acquisition by Unilever in 2019. Gwen is now reinventing home cleaning and laundry with her recent venture, The Fill, a private members cleaning community offering a luxury collection of aromatherapy-infused home cleaning and laundry products. Her passion for mentoring future entrepreneurs has been a significant part of her journey, and she supports them through organizations like Cornell's Entrepreneurship Council and YPO's Global Leadership Community. Gwen's core values and her motto, “Let life work for you,” are inspired by her recent wellness journey. www.gwenwhiting.com   www.thefillclub.com

Gwen Whiting is a progressive visionary with an old soul, seamlessly blending practicality with purpose. She has a unique gift for finding innovative ways to make everyday moments and domestic chores not only enjoyable, but luxurious experiences. She is best-known for founding her category-creating premium, eco-friendly laundry and home cleaning brand, The Laundress.  Which she exited back in 2018. Today, she's back with a renewed mission and sense of purpose, as she just launched The Fill, a private members cleaning community and collection of sustainable solutions offering maximized luxury and minimal impact. Placing wellness at the heart center  If you love success AND comeback stories - this Thrive LouD episode is the one for you. ***CONNECT WITH LOU DIAMOND & THRIVE LOUD***

On this episode of The Kara Goldin Show, we are delighted to host Gwen Whiting, the innovative founder of The Fill. After her remarkable journey with The Laundress, which she built into a global brand, Gwen has now launched The Fill, a unique members-only cleaning community that intertwines luxury with sustainability. Gwen discusses her transition back into entrepreneurship, the inspiration behind The Fill's business model, and her commitment to maintaining high standards for wellness and environmental care. Gwen delves into the challenges of redefining a sector she originally helped shape, emphasizing the importance of integrity, innovation, and community in building a successful brand. She shares insights on creating a business prioritizing customer experience through functional aromatherapy and why she chose a membership model to foster closer customer relationships. Listen in to discover how Gwen Whiting is once again pushing the boundaries of the cleaning industry, making it both a luxurious and sustainable part of our daily lives.‌Are you interested in sponsoring and advertising on The Kara Goldin Show, which is now in the Top 1% of Entrepreneur podcasts in the world? Let me know by contacting me at karagoldin@gmail.com. You can also find me @KaraGoldin on all networks.‌To learn more about Gwen Whiting and The Fill:https://www.linkedin.com/in/gwenlwhiting/https://www.instagram.com/gwenlwhiting/https://www.instagram.com/thefillclub/https://www.gwenwhiting.com/ Check out our website to view this episode's show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/574

Today on Subscribing to Wellness we are joined by the one and only, Gwen Whiting. She has a unique gift for finding innovative ways to make everyday moments and domestic chores not only enjoyable, but luxurious experiences. Gwen is perhaps best-known for founding her category-creating premium, eco-friendly laundry and home cleaning brand, The Laundress. Over the course of 17 years, she led the growth of her bootstrapped company to become a household name, through its global expansion, and eventual acquisition by Unilever in 2019. Since her exit, Gwen had no plans to step back into the laundry room. However, as she watched from the sidelines the brand she built become unrecognizable and her legacy tarnished, she felt forced to create a new brand for both herself and her devoted cleaning enthusiasts. In June 2024, with a renewed mission and sense of purpose, Gwen launched The Fill, a private members cleaning community and collection of sustainable solutions offering maximized luxury and minimal impact. Placing wellness at the center of cleaning by infusing the power of aromatherapy and its added sensory and experiential benefits.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wellbeingintheworld/support

In this episode, we host three impactful entrepreneurs: John Lee Dumas of Entrepreneurs On Fire, Brandon Schlichter of InvestmentJoy, and Gwen Whiting, co-founder of The Laundress and The Fill, sharing their unique insights and journeys. Innovative Approaches to Entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship isn't just about starting a business. It's about creating lasting value and overcoming challenges. "The Power of Entrepreneurship: Inspiring Stories of Success" highlights diverse strategies and personal stories that redefine entrepreneurial success. Our guests share their insights and experiences, providing a comprehensive view of what it takes to thrive in the business world.

In the latest episode of Just FlexIt, Austin and Justin welcome Gwen Whiting, the visionary Founder of The Laundress, and Founder of The Fill ( www.thefillclub.com), a newly created company as of June 2024. As a category innovator, Gwen brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the show.In this episode, the discussion begins with Gwen's journey as the founder of The Laundress, a premium, eco-friendly laundry and home cleaning brand that she successfully sold to Unilever in 2019. They delve into her initial decision to step away from the industry and her eventual return, driven by a desire to restore her legacy and provide a new solution for her devoted cleaning enthusiasts.Gwen shares the story behind the launch of The Fill in June 2024, a private members-cleaning community and collection of sustainable solutions. She emphasizes the brand's mission to combine luxury with minimal environmental impact, placing wellness at the heart of cleaning through the use of aromatherapy and its sensory benefits. Gwen's innovative approach ensures these products "work even harder for you," enhancing the cleaning experience.The conversation also touches on Gwen's diverse background, including her early career at Ralph Lauren in home design, her focus on dry cleaning and other care products, and her unique skills in tailoring, hat making, and shoe making, developed during her studies abroad and how it has influenced her disciplined and dynamic approach to business.This episode is packed with insights you won't want to miss. Catch the latest episode of Just FlexIt with Gwen Whiting!Three Reps: 

Laundress-turned-murderess, Sarah Malcolm horrified Georgian London in 1733 when she was found guilty of killing three women she worked for while they slept. For wealthy Georgians this was a nightmare come true: a servant killing the household they served. Sarah became a celebrity killer and was painted by none other than William Hogarth while she sat in jail.Anthony Delaney tells Maddy Pelling this dark history.Written by Anthony Delaney. Edited by Freddy Chick. Senior Producer is Charlotte Long.Discover the past on History Hit with ad-free original podcasts and documentaries released weekly presented by world renowned historians like Kate Lister, Dan Snow, Suzannah Lipscomb, Lucy Worsley, Mary Beard and more.Get 50% off your first 3 months with code AFTERDARK. Download the app on your smart TV or in the app store or sign up at historyhit.com/subscribe.You can take part in our listener survey here.

2:05 – Gwen's starting point3:32 – High School/ Childhood Interest in Crafts4:55 – Fashion Illustration Classes5:40 – Start of Neck-tie Business6:50 – Internship with Ralph Lauren7:44 – Experience with Big Designers9:14 – Thread of Culture9:55 – Hands on Experience16:01- Origin of the name17:20 – The Audience17:44 – Raising Capital21:28 – The Moment of Truth23:15 – Most Challenging Element26:36 – Critical Mistake28:30 – Being Transparent28:48 –  The Business Model32:14 – Element of Control33:54 – Post Acquisition by Unilever34:30 – What is in for Future?35:34 – Putting Learning into Practice35:55 – Advice to Young Fashion Entrepreneur38:38 – Best Piece of Advice39:32 – Gwen's Super Power40:54 – Silver Linings42:40 – Gwen's North Star

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Gwen Whiting, co-founder of The Laundress - eco-friendly laundry and home products - shares the blueprint to her career and incredible success as an entrepreneur. A passion for fashion, way ahead of her time in e-commecrce, and a lifetime of learning put this exceptionally adventurous woman on the path to enormous success. And then her grit and creativity ensured she would get there.And now, after selling her company to Unilever in 2019, she continues her long time effort of helping Cornell students both financially and in gaining meaningful internships.We had so much fun with Gwen. Of course we quizzed her and she killed it.You will love this story and want more, so here is where you can find everything Gwen:Website: https://gwenwhiting.comInstagram: @gwenlwhitingLinkedIn: Gwen WhitingShout out to Jamie Banks (Season 1, episode 49) for introducing us!Not sponsored by or affiliated with Cornell University

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/BJue8-_TjoY   The CPSC and The Laundress company are recalling The Laundress laundry detergent, fabric conditioner and other cleaning products.  These products are contaminated with 3 types of bacteria including Burkholderia cepacia complex, Klebsiella aerogenes, and multiple strains of Pseudomonas.  Those with weak immune systems, respiratory problems, and implanted medical devices risk serious infections with these bacteria.  Approximately 8 million units manufactured between January 2021 and September 2022 are affected and were sold at TheLaundress.com, Amazon.com, and additional websites and in stores at The Laundress, Bloomingdale's, The Container Store, Saks Fifth Avenue, Target, Nordstrom, Jenni Kayne, Kith, Peruvian Connection, N.Peal, Brooklinen, and other major retailers nationwide.  If you have any The Laundress products in your home, consult their website TheLaundress.com to check if your product has been recalled.  The same website has information regarding refunds.   Once you have taken a photo of the product's lot code for submission on the website, dispose of the product safely.    https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/The-Laundress-Recalls-Laundry-Detergent-and-Household-Cleaning-Products-Due-to-Risk-of-Exposure-to-Bacteria   #thelaundress #detergent #cleaning #bacteria #infection #recall  

Teresa Murray, a consumer watchdog with the U.S. Public Interest Research Group (PIRG), joins Lisa Dent to discuss the recall of Laundress cleaning products because of possible bacterial contamination. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow @LaurenLapka

We return, this week, to our adventures through the life and service of Catherine Doherty. Last week's episode ended with Catherine and her husband, Boris, struggling to survive starvation, illness, and isolation in Finland. In an unexpected turn of events, Finland turned against the Communists, and in doing so, gave Catherine and Boris a chance to survive. The pair eventually returned to Russia to fight in the country's ongoing civil war, but an injury forced them to leave the country again. Catherine and Boris spent some time together in both London and Toronto, and they had a son, George. Unfortunately, their marriage struggled, and their poverty forced them to make decisions that split up the family. Catherine ended up in New York alone, and she found professional and financial success as a storyteller for the Chautauqua speakers circuit. In the United States, however, Catherine also experienced a depth and inequality of poverty unlike the wartime poverty she'd previously known. Her experience of poverty in North America rekindled a childhood dream to live like St. Francis, and over the course of several years, she gave away all of her fortune and decided to live among the poor, serving them in any way she could. Catherine, like those she served, begged for food and fuel, and although she intended to work alone, others soon came to join her ministry. Unfortunately, Catherine's ministry was not without controversy, and she eventually shut it down. How does Catherine adapt and continue in her service to the poor? Join us next week to find out! ---Recommended reading: "Fragments of my Life" by Catherine Doherty---Holy Donors is brought to you by Petrus Development (petrusdevelopment.com) in cooperation with RED-C Catholic Radio (redcradio.org).For more about Holy Donors please visit our website at holydonors.com or find us @HolyDonors on Instagram and Facebook.Holy Donors: Bringing you inspiring stories of radical generosity that have changed the world.

Join me as I talk with Lindsey Boyd, best known as the co-founder of The Laundress, as she shares more about her brand new venture: Rondel Jewelry. Out of everything that she has learned from creating an uber successful brand the number one message she shares is to have clarity. From writing down your ideas to understanding what you're passionate about has helped shape both of her companies. You'll be surprised how having a clear, concise, and unshakable vision keeps you grounded in even the most unexpected ways, like nailing your pricing or working towards greater margins.

Can you BE-lieve we're already in August?! Welcome to the sweatiest month of the year ... In more exciting, and far more pleasant, happenings, Brigid and Elizabeth are sharing their top three items for August! The gals aren't sticking with a theme this month, but it's really because they're so in love with the random collection of items they've found that they couldn't wait to share!! From stain remover by The Laundress (ahem, sweat!) , Porter Teleo's swanky cocktail napkins, and adorable paper goods by Minor Detail CLE to a frizz - fighting hair turban by AQUIS (approved by Shea McGee , so obviously top - notch!), the telescoping marshmallow sticks you never knew you needed by MalloMe , and The North Face's indestructible backpacks, Brigid and Elizabeth are sharing all of their end - of - summer loves! Listen in for more HOT tips ... seriously, really hot and sweaty.

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"Gwen Whiting of The Laundress – Innovation, Big Risks, and Thinking Outside the Box," first aired March 23, 2020. Success as an Entreprenista involves innovation, taking big risks, and thinking outside the box. In the case of Gwen Whiting '98, Founder of The Laundress, a successful line of eco-friendly laundry and home products, it's all of these. Inspired with an idea while working in the fashion industry at Ralph Lauren and trying to maintain her wardrobe while using the local laundromat, Gwen teamed up with her friend who had a complimentary skillset to create a solution. Gwen joins Socialfy co-founder Stephanie Cartin for a conversation about building her business and career, and describes her journey to success including how Gwen and her partner found money early on, from business loans to throwing for-profit parties, launching an e-commerce website over 15 years ago when Amazon was still a bookseller, the challenges of building an ecommerce brand and generating buzz in the pre-social media era, how The Laundress got ahead of the market in creating detergents free of petroleum products (long before the trend of green eco-friendly products,) why the co-founders made a risky decision to fund the business by amassing considerable credit card debt rather than taking VC money, the process of selling the brand to Unilever, and why having the right lawyer and a team behind you during such a pivotal time mattered so much. Check out the Entreprenista website for more episodes. Read the episode transcript. Hosted by Stephanie Cartin '06 *The views expressed by Fresh from the Hill hosts and guests do not necessarily reflect the opinions or policies of Cornell University.

Marci Ferrell from "The Thankful Homemaker" podcast, answers helpful questions such as: what is the biblical support for women to be homemakers, even single women? What homemaking skills do you wished you had mastered before marriage and family? How do you keep the right attitude in homemaking so that you don't neglect or idolize it? What if you don't enjoy cooking and cleaning? What are your favorite homemaking tools? And do you think single women have an allowance to put homemaking on the back burner so that they can prioritize other ministries better? smilingatthefuturepodcast@gmail.com https://thankfulhomemaker.com/podcast/ Recommended Resources Recipe Organization App: https://www.paprikaapp.com/ SH-MOP :https://www.amazon.com/SH-MOP-SH-WIPES-TELESCOPING-ALUMINUM-HANDLE/dp/B0039PEB6W/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=SH-MOP&qid=1642626720&sr=8-2 Wool Dryer Balls: https://www.amazon.com/Wool-Dryer-Balls-Alternative-Softener/dp/B014WOWNAY/ref=sr_1_5?crid=1ASPOB0TC68CV&keywords=wool%2Bdryer%2Bballs&qid=1642626780&sprefix=wool%2Bdryer%2Bballs%2Caps%2C131&sr=8-5&th=1 "Laundress" Detergent: https://www.amazon.com/Laundress-No-Laundry-Detergent-fl/dp/B00M9ZQW5Q/ref=sr_1_5?crid=2V58TXN8N2P8D&keywords=Laundress&qid=1642626824&rdc=1&sprefix=laundress%2B%2Caps%2C127&sr=8-5&th=1

Kate is displeased with her favorite kombucha. Jacqueline tells Kate about soap brows. The eucalyptus shower is reassessed. Nasal passages, device calcification, baggage claim, and Meet the Parents are discussed. Jacqueline sent Kate shampoo. The hags accidentally do a full ad for the Laundress. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

This week, we're covering a very pressing topic: To gift or not to gift? We both believe that friendships don't necessitate gift-giving, but we do love finding a thoughtful gift to show you care from time to time. For this episode we rounded up some of our favorite gifts to give and ones that we loved receiving in the past that we wouldn't have thought to give. Listen along as we talk through what we're giving this year, and be sure to check out our gift guide on Instagram for some stoppable links. At the end of the day, we believe in conscious gifting, and recommend putting money towards BIPOC, local, women-owned and brands whose values resonate. LULU'S RECOMMENDATIONS Hand-Picked Ornament: What I love most about ornaments is that they always tell a story. And that you can choose one based on an experience that you've had together. Check out Food52 and Picnic SF for some fun ones! The Laundress Le Labo Santal 33 Detergent: This was given to me by a friend and I always think of her when I use it! It's something I normally wouldn't splurge on, I love the idea of indulging in a product that elevates a mundane task like laundry into something special. Shop through The Laundress or stores like Nordstrom. Crystals: I've been super into crystals lately and I love how personalized they can be as a gift. Try searching for ones that connect to something that your friend might need in their life – like clarity of balance. We have an amazing store called District Mineral here in DC, which you can shop online, or see if you can support a local business instead! LYDIA'S RECOMMENDATIONS Cookbooks: I believe that cookbooks can greatly expand your world, and I love cooking and sharing delicious food with my friends. A few of my favorite cookbooks are Cook Beautiful or anything by Ottolenghi (Plenty, Jerusalem, Simple, they're all great!). They can be a great way to support your local restaurants and chefs and try new cuisines. Nice Liquor or Olive Oil: I'm a sucker for good packaging, and I love stocking by bar cart with unique brands to expand my palette. If alcohol isn't your thing, one of my favorite hostess gifts is a nice bottle of olive oil. It's something we all use, and having one that looks beautiful in your kitchen is such a nice bonus. Self Care Products: Okay, so I realize candles might seem like a cop out, but I do love a unique candle. There are so many amazing black-owned candle companies that you can support too! I also love little gifts like a body wash or a lip product, since they're something most people use and can be a fun way to elevate the everyday if you have a product you love. Check our Cupcake and Cashmere's Black-Owned Brands edit for a great range of products. Get involved! We'd love to hear from you. Instagram: @willyousitwithme TikTok: @willyousitwithmepod Gmail: willyousitwithme@gmail.com

We are excited to have Gwen Whiting, Co-Founder of eco-friendly laundry care & home-cleaning solutions brand, The Laundress, on The Style That Binds Us podcast! She went to Cornell and then worked in design at Ralph Lauren. After one too many pieces were ruined at the dry cleaners, on top of knowing how toxic dry cleaning is and wanting to avoid the large bills that come with dry cleaning your clothes, Gwen set out to create a solution that led them to found The Laundress in 2004. We can't wait to learn more. The Laundress has collaborated with John Mayer, Le Labo and J. Crew & has been featured in Vogue, WWD, Forbes, Daily Front Row and many more. Use code STYLE for 25% off on their website! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/delia-folk8/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/delia-folk8/support

In this episode, host Andrew Martin talks to UK genealogist Jane Hough about how she got hooked on researching her family tree in the 1980s, and her impressive DNA deciphering tactics that is getting her closer to solving an illegitimacy mystery. Relatively Speaking - Mary Stone Jane chooses her 5x Great Grandmother, Mary Stone, as the life story to share with us - detailing her life in Stourton, Gloucestershire as a laundry worker, through to an error of judgement that saw her being transported to Australia as a convict.The Brick Wall - Thomas Edwards Jane's Brick Wall sits right at the beginning of the Victorian era, with the origins of her 3x Great Grandfather Thomas Edwards. Jane is fairly sure the evidence points to his family having come from Wales, but with a mixture of theories and a name that is fairly common in Welsh records, it's over to you listeners to help solve it.If you have a clue or a research idea, then you can head over to our show contact form, and we'll pass your message on. Jane jumps at the offer of research help from Andrew, but it doesn't go completely to plan....- - -Episode Credits Series One, Episode Two:  Andrew Martin (Host/Producer) Jane Hough (Guest) Eliot Lees (Foley) Show notes at: familyhistoriespodcast.comFollow us at Twitter at @FamilyHistPod

This week we are talking about the incredible Oseola McCarty! If you are enjoying this podcast, please let me know! You can reach out via the podcast email which is biasbender@gmail.com, or you can find the podcast on instagram and facebook @biasbender. And if you'd really like to support the podcast, feel free to rate, review, subscribe, follow, and tell a friend!Original music by Adam Westerman. (Font Leroy Spotify Page)Cover art by Michelle Li. (https://michellejli.com/)This podcast is supported, in part, by a 4Culture Arc Artist Fellowship. 

Episode 188: The Laundress Founder talks about building a brand from scratch, financing growth, and different views on money. Guest Biography Gwen Whiting embodies an entrepreneur’s spirit with a creative vision and an executive’s talent for leading and growing a global lifestyle brand. Long before sustainability became an inspiring way of life, it was Gwen’s vision in 2004 to create a premium, eco-friendly laundry and home cleaning brand – The Laundress. Without external funding, through Gwen’s tenacity and leadership, The Laundress grew via multi-channel distribution and was acquired by Unilever. In addition to Gwen’s leadership role, she oversees the entire visual brand experience of The Laundress from concept to creation, including product development, branding, and retail design. Gwen’s current mission is to certify The Laundress as a B-corp, committed to purpose and sustainability principles for business as a force for good, with purpose over profit. Prior to cofounding The Laundress, Gwen spent over a decade in fashion, retail, media, and design, including five years as a Senior Designer for Ralph Lauren Home. She holds her Bachelor of Science in Textile Science Apparel Design from Cornell University, where she remains actively involved as an alumnae and student mentorship. An active voice in thought leadership, entrepreneurship and female empowerment, Gwen is also a member of Chief & YPO Global Leadership Community. Gwen lives in New York City and Bridgehampton with her husband. She feeds her creative spirit with reading, wellness, and global adventures. In this episode, you'll learn: Different types of risks -- personal, business, and investing. The never ending hamster wheel of needing money to grow a business -- a common struggle for female founders. How a collaboration with rock star customer John Mayer came together. Show notes: http://www.inspiredmoney.fm/188 Find more from our guest: thelaundress.com LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Mentioned in the episode: Timothy Everest Bespoke Tailoring Thomas Pink Sysco Corp (SYY) Jim McKelvey, Founder of Square John Mayer Montana Association of Land Trusts J. Crew Le Labo Money Tip of the Week Great investing is like watching a tree grow. Thanks for Listening! To share your thoughts: Leave a note in the comment section below. Share this show on Twitter or Facebook. Join us at the Inspired Money Makers groups at facebook and LinkedIn To help out the show: Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts, Podchaser.com, or wherever you listen. Your ratings and reviews really help, and I read each one. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Special thanks to Jim Kimo West for the music.

2:05 - Gwen's starting point3:32 - High School/ Childhood Interest in Crafts4:55 - Fashion Illustration Classes5:40 - Start of Neck-tie Business6:50 - Internship with Ralph Lauren7:44 - Experience with Big Designers9:14 - Thread of Culture9:55 - Hands on Experience16:01- Origin of the name17:20 - The Audience17:44 - Raising Capital21:28 - The Moment of Truth23:15 - Most Challenging Element26:36 - Critical Mistake28:30 - Being Transparent28:48 -  The Business Model32:14 - Element of Control33:54 - Post Acquisition by Unilever34:30 - What is in for Future?35:34 - Putting Learning into Practice35:55 - Advice to Young Fashion Entrepreneur38:38 - Best Piece of Advice39:32 - Gwen's Super Power40:54 - Silver Linings42:40 - Gwen's North Star

My guest this week is Lindsey Boyd, co-founder of The Laundress.Lindsey and I discuss how she applied the lessons she learned at Chanel to building and running her own business, starting out by handwashing sweaters in her NYC apartment’s bathtub, what it takes to be a good manager, and partnering with rockstar John Mayer.NOTES(02:02) Brooks Brothers(02:04) Chanel(02:34) Ralph Lauren(15:13) Bliss(49:28) Frame Denim(49:40) Brunello Cucinelli (50:02) Handwash Like a Rockstar with John Mayer**This episode is sponsored by Topper Jewelers - shop, subscribe, and join Topper’s very own watch fam.**Want even more Blamo? Join the BlamFam on Patreon and get access to additional interviews, a community slack, special events, and more!

Have you ever looked at the ingredients on the leading beauty or cleaning products? It's a long list of chemicals that most of us struggle to pronounce. Ingredients like parabens, sulfates, and phthalates are commonly found in these products, and although they're approved by the FDA, they are known to disrupt hormones, harm fertility and reproductive organs, and increase the risk of cancer. The US has a long way to go regarding the safety of ingredients included in our beauty products, cleaning products, and food, but that's a topic for another day. Today we're chatting with two small business owners, Monique Garraud Kofsky of Butter + Lye and Erica Ahmed of The Green Laundress, who are creating non-toxic products to clean our bodies and homes. Shop Butter + Lye: https://butterandlye.com/ Follow Butter + Lye on IG: https://www.instagram.com/butterandlye/ Shop The Green Laundress: http://thegreenlaundress.com/buy-now.html Follow Butter + Lye on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thegreenlaundress/ Subscribe to Sustainable Brown Girl on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMTYdJ87UUbMxgkx_WwNzag Visit the Sustainable Brown Girl Website: https://www.sustainablebrowngirl.com/ Follow Sustainable Brown Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sustainablebrowngirl/ Join the Sustainable Brown Girl Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/259424485303892/

Lindsey Boyd is the co-founder of The Laundress, a premium collection of eco-friendly laundry and home cleaning products. Before starting the company, Lindsey was working in high-end fashion in NY as a manager of Chanel’s Ready-to-Wear division. While working in the industry, Lindsey noticed a real need and void in the market. Although consumers were willing to spend a lot of money on their clothes, they were spending even more money on dry cleaning - which was not only toxic but also damaging to their garments. After years of researching and understanding how detergents work, Lindsey and her college friend turned business partner, Gwen Whiting, decided to launch eco-friendly detergents that were gentle enough to be used at home on dry-clean only items. They bootstrapped, crowdfunded and took a small SBA loan to launch their business For years the company struggled to make a profit, but they eventually grew a cult and loyal following, and in 2019, sold to Unilever for a reported $100 million dollars. In this episode, we'll talk to Lindsey about:* Lindsey explains why she decided to switch majors to pursue her interest in fashion & business [2:38]* Lindsey discusses her side hustles and how that impacted her confidence as an entrepreneur [7:23]* How Lindsey and her co-founder explored different businesses & decided on the Laundress [14:18]* Lindsey describes how she created her business plan and key advice on creating goals [21:52]* Lindsey shares how she formulated and created laundry products with no experience [26:56]* How Lindsey self-funded the business and didn’t take outside capital [34:30]* Lindsey walks through how she dealt with rejections and skeptics [38:08]* How Lindsey weathered the 2008 financial crisis and created a profitable company [44:26]* How Lindsey deals with her mental health as an entrepreneur [48:58]* Lindsey explains her experience selling her company for a reported $100 million [51:14]* Key lessons and advice Lindsey shares with all new entrepreneurs [55:10]Follow Lindsey:* Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindseyjuliaboyd/ * The Laundress Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelaundress/* The Laundress Website: https://www.thelaundress.com/Follow Yasmin:* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yasminknouri/* Stay updated & subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.behindherempire.com/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Anxiety Marketplace co-creator’s Jolie De Feis and Sophia Yapalater join us to talk about starting an Instagram business, community through clothing sales and what it’s like to work with your friends. Plus, a product for pesky deodorant stains, the best product from The Laundress and a smudge-free nail polish.(Follow Gee Thanks! on Insta: www.instagram.com/geethanksjustboughtitpod! I wanna see you there! And on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/groups/geethanks)GIFT GUIDE ALERT: They are coming (and FAST). Want them earlier than everyone else? Sign up here: www.geethanksjustboughtit.com Mentioned On This Episode!Anxiety Marketplace: www.instagram.com/anxietymarketplaceDeodorant Removing Sponge: https://amzn.to/34K06DwThe Laundress Fabric Fresh: https://fave.co/34HqLAAThe Laundress Le Labo: https://fave.co/3556DYXExpressie Nail Polish: https://fave.co/36GM0FsSally Hanson Quick Dry in ASAP Apple: https://fave.co/2GEcv3FVisit www.geethanksjustboughtit.com for even more recs and shop the Gee Thanks! Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/geethanksjustboughtitAs always, reach me at Caroline@geethanksjustboughtit.com, @geethanksjustboughtitpod on Instagram, or leave me a message at 424-245-0736. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In the late 1990s, while working in high-end fashion in NYC, Lindsey Boyd came to despise the weekly ritual of dry-cleaning; not only was it expensive, but it often did damage to her clothes. So she and college friend Gwen Whiting studied up on the science of dirty laundry to create The Laundress: a line of eco-friendly detergents gentle enough to be used at home on "dry-clean only" items like cashmere and silk. For years, the company operated on credit cards and faced hurdles like snoozing investors and counterfeiters. But The Laundress grew a loyal following, and in 2019, it was sold to Unilever for a reported $100 million.

Set among the steep streets and stunning vistas of San Francisco, The Laundress: A Novel (May 19, 2020; She Writes Press; paperback original) by Barbara Sapienza is a coming-of-age story for anyone who’s ever sought to understand where they came from in order to figure out who they’re meant to become. About the Author Barbara Sapienza, PhD, is a retired clinical psychologist and an alumna of San Francisco State University’s creative writing master’s program. She writes and paints, nourished by her spiritual practices of meditation, tai chi, and dance. Her family, friends, and grandchildren are her teachers. Her first novel, Anchor Out (She Writes Press, 2017) received an IPPY bronze medal for Best Regional Fiction, West Coast. Sapienza lives in Sausalito, CA, with her husband. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/steve-richards/support

Host Cyrus Webb welcomes author Barbara Sapienza to #ConversationsLIVE to discuss her literary journey and the new book THE LAUNDRESS

The San Francisco neighborhoods that Barbara Sapienza describes in such glorious detail are almost another character in her novel, “The Laundress.” After retiring as a clinical psycholgist, Barbara pursued her dream of writing. “The Laundress,” published by hybrid publisher She Writes Press, is her second novel. Barbara describes the flow between heart, mind and body Read More

So, it’s day 85249 of quarantine and you’ve lost count of how long you’ve been wearing those sweatpants. It’s OK — it happens to everyone. But with loungewear becoming the uniform of choice for the foreseeable future, it’s time to learn how to take care of those beloved sweats so they can last for the long term. If you’re wearing them on a daily basis, that’s all the more reason to implement a stricter washing regimen. Dr. Joshua Zeichner, director of cosmetic and clinical research in dermatology at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City, tells Bustle that the closer fabrics come to directly touching your skin, the more frequently they should be washed. “If you are sweating heavily from exercise or you are not showering as often as you should, the garments may become soiled more easily,” Zeichner explains. “Undergarments should be changed and washed daily, ideally so should your sweatpants. Especially in the areas between the legs and in the groin, sweatpants may become contaminated with microorganisms, including yeast and bacteria.” If daily washes aren’t feasible for you — say you don’t have easy access to a washer and dryer or you run out of detergent — it’s fine to wear those sweats for an extra day or two. “Leggings and sweats are like undergarments, exposed to natural body temperature, perspiration, and sweat from exercising,” says Katie Brown, owner of Rytina Fine Cleaners in Sacramento. “They should be washed after each use. However, if you wear them inside as loungewear without working out in them, you can skip a wash or two to preserve the elasticity of the material. It’s a personal preference.” Ahead, experts break down everything you need to know about keeping your favorite sweats as clean and comfy as ever. Again, one day is the ideal. A maximum of four days is a good metric to follow, advises Dr. Peterson Pierre, a board-certified dermatologist in California. “You can go about three to four days in your sweats or loungewear before washing them,” Pierre says. “Any longer than that, and oils, bacteria, dander, and sweat can accumulate, leading to itchy skin and even an acne flare. It’s important to wash your favorites about twice a week even if you’re not leaving the house.” The expert founders behind The Laundress, Gwen Whiting and Lindsey Boyd, have detailed a step-by-step washing strategy that will keep all your go-to comfy essentials in tip-top shape no matter how many wears you rack up: First, sort laundry by color, fabric, and construction. If you have a large pile of white cotton garments, you can wash them all together in the tub. For smaller loads, save time and water by opting for the sink or a wash basin. “In general, it’s easier and less daunting to keep up with the laundry by washing a small load everyday or every other day to avoid it from piling up,” Whiting says. “Washing clothes in the tub is very similar to hand washing in a basin or sink. Before you start washing your items in the tub or sink, be sure to clean it.” Next, pretreat any stains just as you would when not hand washing your clothing. If you’re washing cotton, linen, and/or durable synthetics (such as polyester), run warm or hot water long enough to cover the garments. Next, add the appropriate amount of detergent depending on the load size — two to four capfuls should suffice. “Agitate the water with your hands to create a soapy solution and let the garments soak for 30 minutes,” Boyd explains. “Remove the laundry from the tub by pressing each garment against the edge of the tub, and placing in a clean bucket or sink. Then, open the drain to release the soapy water, and close the drain before filling the tub back up with clean warm water.” Next, place the garments in the clean warm water. Swirl thoroughly to rinse away suds, and drain one more time. If any garments still have suds, run them under the faucet until the rinse water is clear. Don’t wring garments, which could damage fibers. Instead, press garments against the edge of the tub to get rid of excess water. Hang or lay flat to dry. If you’re washing silk or delicate synthetics, follow the same steps in a sink or wash basin, using cool water and a detergent specifically for delicates. “Perspiration and natural body oils will build up as clothes are re-worn, creating stains and odor-causing bacteria,” Whiting says. “That’s why it’s important to wash them regularly.” And remember: If you go out in public — even if it’s a five-minute grocery trip — remove your clothes as soon as you get home, place them in the hamper, and change into something clean. Since viruses can live on fabrics, it’s better to play it safe.

Success as an Entreprenista involves innovation, taking big risks, and thinking outside the box. In the case of Gwen Whiting, co-founder of The Laundress, a successful line of eco-friendly laundry and home products, it's all of these. Inspired with...

Success as an Entreprenista involves innovation, taking big risks, and thinking outside the box. In the case of Gwen Whiting, co-founder of The Laundress, a successful line of eco-friendly laundry and home products, it’s all of these. Inspired with an idea while working in the fashion industry at Ralph Lauren and trying to maintain her wardrobe while using the local laundromat, Gwen teamed up with her friend who had a complimentary skillset to create a solution. Gwen joins Socialfy co-founder Stephanie Cartin for a conversation about building her business and career, and describes her journey to success including how Gwen and her partner found money early on, from business loans to throwing for-profit parties, launching an e-commerce website over 15 years ago when Amazon was still a bookseller, the challenges of building an ecommerce brand and generating buzz in the pre-social media era, how The Laundress got  ahead of the market in creating detergents free of petroleum products (long before the trend of green eco-friendly products,) why the co-founders made a risky decision to fund the business by amassing considerable credit card debt rather than taking VC money, the process of selling the brand to Unilever, and why having the right lawyer and a team behind you during such a pivotal time mattered so much. Plus, a surprise!

With a background in fashion and managing Ready-To-Wear for Chanel, Lindsey Boyd, Founder of The Laundress, found a need for products that would not only save garments in the long run but benefit the environment without breaking the bank. She’s spent the past 16 years building a collection of eco-friendly detergents, fabric care and home cleaning products, all of which are tested on herself and her co-founder. The Laundress went global, and after years of hard work, Lindsey sold her company in 2019. SOCIAL: @thelaundress @sarahgrooms @onthegopodcast

Lindsey Boyd is co-founder of the Laundress, the company that’s been elevating laundry with nontoxic cleaning products since 2004, and was acquired by Unilever in 2019. On this episode of ITS, Ali asks Lindsey all about how she and her co-founder Gwen held on to their commitment to core customers and higher-quality ingredients as they expanded across the globe, and how the Laundress was an early example of content commerce, powerful brand partnerships and experiential retail.In the Sauce is powered by Simplecast.

We rounded up your mailbag questions all about being a boss, having a boss, and just, like, WORKING and asked Julia Hunter, the CEO of the ultra-cool fashion and home line Jenni Kayne for her take. Oh, does she deliver the insights and realness. The linkage… The Laundress dry-cleaning detox kit and mesh bags. Organic by John Patrick slip dresses—no dry-cleaning required! Don’t forget to leave us a review on iTunes—or give us a call at (833) OF A KIND and leave us a voicemail! Click Here for 15% off at FOUR SIGMATIC with code: AFEWTHINGS Produced by Dear Media

Dara Quinlan, Fine Fragrance Evaluator at Firmenich, joins me on this episode of Stages to discuss the creation of a scent, what it's like to be the muse of a Perfumer, trends in fragrances, and how people incorporate scent into their lives (among many other fragrance related topics.)Who do you know who would benefit from a meeting with me to help them through the transitions in their life? Have them email or call me at Emily.Grace@Bernstein.com or 212-756-1951. I’ve helped people through many acts by helping them plan and invest in a straightforward and values driven manner. I will ask them some questions and then we’ll sit down to talk about what they should be doing given their current stage in life.

You'd be hard pressed to find a more beautifully packaged product than The Laundress's detergents. The company, which was acquired by Unilever in January for a reported $100 million, started off as a special-care laundry brand, and now makes a line of detergents and cleaning products. “We've had, since early on, women and men contact us about how we've saved their christening gown that's been in their family, or we saved a quilt of their grandmother's,” said Lindsey Boyd, co-founder of The Laundress, on this week’s episode of Making Marketing. Lindsey joined Shareen Pathak on this week’s episode of Making Marketing to discuss how to balance a brand's growth ambitions with reality, why retention is more important than acquisition, and what it means to be direct to consumer.

Lindsey Boyd is the co-founder of The Laundress which is a company that makes eco-friendly laundry, fabric, and home care products. Not only does The Laundress have an array of fantastic all-natural cleaning products, they also offer a bunch of resources on how to clean any article of clothing on their website!In this conversation, Lindsey talks about how she got the idea for The Laundress and teaming up with one of her former classmates from Cornell University to create a first of its kind collection of clean laundry detergent more. Lindsey also opens up about what she had to put on the line to start this company including leaving her stable job in fashion, raiding her 401k, and even putting up some of her prized possessions as collateral to secure a business loan. She also tells Bobbi what else is in-store for fans of The Laundress!

  Eudemonia is a word for deriving pleasure from doing mundane things such as the laundry.  Finally, modern technology has produced a machine that can help, with the laundry that is. The Foldimate, which just debuted at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, folds your clothes for you.  Well, this is sure to make laundry issues less pressing:)  All you have to do is feed your clothes into a slot on the machine, and the Foldimate does the rest, automatically folding your clothes and delivering them neatly stacked and ready to put away.  What’s a word for a person who wears wrinkled clothes? A Scobberlotcher! The manufacturer says the FoldiMate machine should be available to consumers within the United States by late 2019.  In laundry speak, what’s the opposite of wrinkly?  Why that would be Irony:)

Here at Stages, we know that dirty laundry is a reality. Lindsey Boyd and her team at The Laundress know how to conquer it. On this episode of Stages, listen in as Lindsey and I talk about how laundry can actually be luxurious and fun and how she and her partner Gwen recently realized their goal of selling to a strategic partner. If you know someone who would benefit from a thoughtful financial plan that aligns with their priorities and interests, have them email or call me at Emily.Grace@Bernstein.com or 212-756-1951. I will ask them some questions and then we’ll sit down to talk about what they should be doing given their current stage in life. //////// Note to All Readers: The information contained here reflects the views of AllianceBernstein L.P. or its affiliates and sources it believes are reliable as of the date of this podcast. AllianceBernstein L.P. makes no representations or warranties concerning the accuracy of any data. There is no guarantee that any projection, forecast or opinion in this material will be realized. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The views expressed here may change at any time after the date of this podcast. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. AllianceBernstein L.P. does not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. It does not take an investor’s personal investment objectives or financial situation into account; investors should discuss their individual circumstances with appropriate professionals before making any decisions. This information should not be construed as sales or marketing material or an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any financial instrument, product or service sponsored by AllianceBernstein or its affiliates. The [A/B] logo is a registered service mark of AllianceBernstein, and AllianceBernstein® is a registered service mark, used by permission of the owner, AllianceBernstein L.P. © 2018 AllianceBernstein L.P.

Avoid dry cleaning's toxic load and opt for washing your sweaters this winter.  Use 1/2 ounce per load in the washer on your "hand wash" or delicate cycle.  Alternatively you can hand wash your woolens.  Nice very mild natural cedar scent repels moths. Makes a great gift for someone you know who is interested in wellness and wants to avoid the toxic chemicals from the dry cleaner. The whole line is plant based and really yummy.   You can buy it on Amazon here: https://amzn.to/2rgTkBP

In the July, 1916, edition of **[The Electrical Workers](http://www.ibew.org/Journals/scans/The%20Journal%20of%20Electrical%20Workers%20and%20Operators/1916-11%20November%20Electrical%20Worker.pdf)**' journal, our first Grand Secretary-Treasurer, J.T. Kelly, then Press Secretary for IBEW Local 1, gives us a glimpse into our founding convention with his Local Lines entry (page 245), "The meetings were held in a room on Franklin Avenue near Leffenwell. The sessions were long from 9 am to 11 pm, with two short intermissions for lunch." On November 21, 2018, we returned to that sanctuary with Historian and author [NiNi Harris](http://www.niniharris.com/index.html) to learn more about our [Museum](http://nbew-ibewmuseum.org) and gain a glimpse into that historic event! Chapter Markers: 00:01:46 - NiNi Harris [Bio](http://www.niniharris.com) 00:03:33 - NiNi joins the effort 00:04:05 - Architectural Elements 00:06:55 - How Old? 00:08:17 - Blueprints and Construction 00:11:39 - Henry's Neighborhood 00:14:43 - November 21, 1891 00:17:38 - Convention Setting 00:19:15 - Boarding House Life 00:24:27 - A Donated Chamberpot! 00:25:07 - Museum Tours 00:26:45 - Henry's Income 00:27:59 - Laundress 00:29:43 - John Greb's Wife? 00:30:14 - Historic Dirt 00:31:00 - Our Iconic Photo 00:36:01 - Changing The World 00:37:49 - That Elusive Image 00:38:12 - Gallery Style Porch 00:40:08 - Uhrig's Cave 00:43:25 - Saloon Time 00:46:21 - [This Used To Be St. Louis](http://www.niniharris.com/This_Used_To_Be_StLouis.html) 00:48:05 - [Compton & Dry](https://www.loc.gov/item/rc01001392/) 00:49:23 - Union Influence 00:50:26 - [Thanks NiNi!](http://www.niniharris.com/Books_by_NiNi_Harris.html)

So after many, many years you finally manage to fill up your closet with at least a bunch of the clothes you've been pining for for so long, only for those prized pieces to be worn (or washed...) too rarely because they are labelled: "Dry Cleaning Only" and life is too short (and too busy and too expensive) to want to deal with that.  If you recognize yourself in this, well, then you are in the good company of Gwen Whiting and Lindsey Boyd, the founders of The Laundress. In this episode of Beauty Bosses, they talk with Dr. Lara Devgan about how their revolutionary line of laundry products, now sold in 1,500 stores around the world, can help you avoid the dreaded dry cleaning runs and actually deal with those annoying red wine stains.

So after many, many years you finally manage to fill up your closet with at least a bunch of the clothes you've been pining for for so long, only for those prized pieces to be worn (or washed...) too rarely because they are labelled: "Dry Cleaning Only" and life is too short (and too busy and too expensive) to want to deal with that. If you recognize yourself in this, well, then you are in the good company of Gwen Whiting and Lindsey Boyd, the founders of The Laundress. In this episode of Beauty Bosses, they talk with Dr. Lara Devgan about how their revolutionary line of laundry products, now sold in 1,500 stores around the world, can help you avoid the dreaded dry cleaning runs and actually deal with those annoying red wine stains.

Today's episode might just make you want to go home and do laundry. After graduating from Cornell University's Fiber Science and Apparel Design Program, Lindsey Boyd and Co-founder Gwen Whiting found themselves in New York City, working at some of the largest fashion houses in the world (hello, Chanel and Ralph Lauren!) where an unspoken dress code led them to build their wardrobes with “investment” pieces with “dry clean only” tags. Tired of the pricey bills and damaged, chemical-ridden clothing from the dry cleaners, the duo set out to revolutionize the laundry industry with eco-friendly, fabric-specific home and fabric care products. Now, fourteen years later, with successful collaborations with John Mayer and J.Crew, a flagship store in NYC and shelf space in more than 1,500 retail stories including Barney's, Net-A-Porter and Bloomingdales in over 38 countries, The Laundress has completely changed how people do laundry. Today, Lindsey and Monica discuss the evolution of The Laundress, their wholesale strategy, and the secrets to their long-term success.

In episode 83, Kestrel welcomes Matt Scanlan, the CEO and cofounder of Naadam, to the show. Naadam is a fashion label that responsibly sources and produces luxury knitwear while preserving nomadic lifestyles in Mongolia. "It's all about an equitable agreement where they're [nomadic herders] getting something and we're getting something; we get better material, they get a level of economic sustainability that didn't exist before." In this chat, Matt shares the wild story of how he and his cofounder ended up finding themselves literally in the world of cashmere, through the friendships they made with nomadic herders in Mongolia. He also walks us through why the traditional cashmere industry had been rigged in the past. A couple of notes from the chat: Naadam doesn't have any contracts with the nomadic herders they work with; instead out in the countryside, as Matt explains, "what matters is the respect, the honor, the trust, the loyalty - that's how you build the relationships" Hand combing is a humane and traditional process; it is done on the under belly and under the chin of the goat, and has been done for thousands of years Shearing uses electric clippers and can tear up the goats' skin and can be very painful It takes the fiber from about 4 goats over the course of 1 year to make 1 sweater. How To Care For Your Cashmere Hand wash and lay flat to dry (Matt suggests the Laundress products because they are cleaner and work well) Pilling of cashmere in normal; for de-pilling, you can use a razor to cut them off ________________________________________________________ This week's episode is sponsored by GlobeIn.  GlobeIn delivers joy by empowering and connecting remarkable, remote artisans to mindful customers. They are known for their ARTISAN BOX, a monthly subscription featuring exclusive, handcrafted products from global artisans.  Get $10 off any GlobeIn Premium Box Subscription with promo code: CONSCIOUSCHATTER.

Martha Debayle y Catherine Morando hablan de las ventajas de los productos The Laundress a los detergentes comunes de super mercado.

Martha Debayle y Catherine Morando hablan de las ventajas de los productos The Laundress a los detergentes comunes de super mercado.

Presidential Citizens Medal recipient Oseola McCarty remarks on her lifetime of work as a washerwoman and the legacy she created at The University of Southern Mississippi.

In 1945, women laundry workers went on strike for a second week's holiday. The strike removed over 1,500 workers from 13 weeks of work, and affected 14 laundries in Dublin city. This documentary tells of a historic conflict over workers' rights. (First Broadcast 1995)