Best FashionTalks Podcasts (2025)

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Project Runway Canada Ep 2 Recap: Client Challenge Chaos 32:51

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3d ago32:51

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In this post-show recap of Project Runway Canada Episode 2, co-hosts Donna Bishop and Sarah Jay dig into a high-pressure client challenge that felt like “the Amazing Race of fashion.” They unpack everything from the specific L’Oréal Paris brief to the very intense timelines, and what that would look like in real life when you actually have time to …

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Designer Boot Camp: Project Runway Canada Returns 42:31

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FashionTalks is heading to the runway! In this special series covering the new season of Project Runway Canada, host Donna Bishop is joined by co-host Sarah Jay—fashion director, sustainability consultant, and former wardrobe stylist for the judges on Season 2—to break down each episode of the new season. In this debut recap, they dive into the sym…

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FashionTalks Presents: Fashion Runway Canada 0:35

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This special FashionTalks series dives into each episode of the new season of Project Runway Canada. Donna will sit down with every eliminated designer for an in-depth exit interview, exploring their creative journey, challenges and what's next. Then Donna teams up with fashion expert Sarah Jay for a lively post-show breakdown—recapping runway wins…

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Creativity, Connection, and Courage: Chelli Look 36:54

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In part two of discussing the film, Dawn Dusk, Donna sits down with designer Chelli Look to explore the intimate relationship between fashion, emotion, and identity. In this moving conversation, Chelli traces her earliest style memories, the power of accessories, and fashion generally. She opens up about Dawn Dusk, the documentary that followed her…

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Slow Fashion, Deep Healing: Inside the Film Dawn Dusk 40:31

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In this episode of FashionTalks, host Donna Bishop welcomes in the first part of a two part series, filmmakers Blue and Jason, the creative duo behind the award-winning documentary Dawn Dusk. Their film follows Chicago-based leather artisan Chelli Look, whose minimalist, slow-fashion designs became a vessel for processing profound personal loss. As…

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Makeup, Madonna and a whole lot more with MUA Viktor Peters 43:33

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In this episode, Donna sits down with makeup artist and drag visionary Viktor Peters (a.k.a. Verushka) to explore the transformative power of beauty, fashion, and self-expression. From growing up in a modern Mennonite community in Chihuahua, Mexico to studying music at Canadian Mennonite University and finding his voice in Winnipeg and Toronto, Vik…

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Brittany Gray on Fancy Face, Beauty & Confidence 46:57

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Beauty isn’t vanity—it’s self-respect. In this episode, Donna sits down with Brittany Gray, makeup artist and founder of Fancy Face; a beauty service and retail boutique and product line, to explore the transformative power of makeup and the business behind a leading Canadian beauty brand. Brittany shares how performing in Chicago at age 15 and wat…

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Success Through Prioritizing Women's Health, Community and Your Values with Nadine Woods 52:14

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Welcome to the latest episode of FashionTalks! In this episode host Donna Bishop speaks with designer and founder of Mayana, Nadine Woods. Nadine shares many personal details about her unconventional fashion journey. How the birth of her child influenced her business The surprising power of lingerie How she launched her brand with no formal design …

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How To Go After What You Want with Fashion Designer Christopher Bates 45:11

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In the latest episode of FashionTalks host Donna Bishop speaks with award winning fashion designer Christopher Bates. Donna and Christopher chat about: Christopher's foray into fashion (his second career) The small moments of inspiration and big swings that built his brand How an iconic design element brought people together for life The balancing …

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A Peak Behind the Curtain: Running A Fashion Brand with Myriam McGuire, President and Lead Designer of Maguire 41:41

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In this latest episode of FashionTalks host Donna Bishop talks with Myriam Maguire, President and Lead Designer of the award winning brand Maguire (founded in 2017). While the 2024 CAFA winner of Accessories Designer of the Year has focused on footwear, it is ever expanding its offerings into a wider range of accessories. Donna and Myriam dive into…

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Elizabeth Taylor and Other Stories with Designer Alan Anderson 58:11

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On this episode of FashionTalks host Donna Bishop chats with designer Alan Anderson. Alan has been designing his eponymous line since 1997. His fashion history (and British Royals) knowledge is deep and vast. Alan and Donna discuss: how he began his line (an inspiration for anyone) the history and importance of costume jewelry the fascinating story…

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Jeanne Beker Makes Fashion Personal In Her New Memoir Heart On My Sleeve 38:11

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Hello and welcome to season five of FashionTalks. I am your host, Donna Bishop. I know it has been a minute, so thank you so much for joining me today. I'm so glad you're here. I can think of no better guest than to launch this season than Jeanne Beker. Now, Jeannie's been on the podcast before. I'll link it down below. And we talked then about her…

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Fashion Talks Is Back For Season 5 1:24

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FashionTalks is back for season 5! Join host Donna Bishop as she chats with industry leaders and hot emerging talent about key insights they have learned, how they are got to where they are in life and career, and their love affair with clothesBy FashionTalks

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Indigenization & Fashion with Amber-Dawn Bear Robe 39:38

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Presented with the CAFA Changemaker Award in 2023, Amber-Dawn Bear Robe is a curator, art historian and Fashion Show Program Director for the Southwestern Association for Indian Arts. Born in Alberta, Canada, and a member of the Siksika Nation, Bear Robe has spent her career working and lecturing in Native art institutions. Through her work and adv…

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Get Inspired! In Defence of Runway Shows: Vanja Vasic, founder of Fashion Art Toronto 38:24

2y ago38:24

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Vanja Vasic founded Fashion Art Toronto (intentionally called FAT) in 2005 making it the longest running fashion event in Toronto (Canada's largest city). In this episode Vanja and Donna discuss: Vanja's history and how her artistic, rebellious parents helped shape her creative spirit the tie between fashion and art the "naughty" origins of Fashion…

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Icons: John Fluevog, George Clinton & Dame Zandra Rhodes 29:36

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John Fluevog has been designing shoes since the 1970s. His unmistakeable footwear has graced not just runway shows around the world, but have been worn by countless celebrities including Madonna, Beyoncé and Lady Gaga. George Clinton, known as Parliament known as Funkadelic, came to prominence in the 60s, revolutionized R&B music in the 70s and con…

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Breaking Down Web3 and Other Technologies with David Cash, founder Cash Labs 49:04

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David Cash, founder of Cash Labs, has been identified by Vogue Magazine as the leading force in bringing web3 to market. David, the 2023 CAFA Innovation Award winner, is the founder of Metaverse Fashion Week and has worked with dozens of global brands from Farfetch to Estée Lauder to Verizon to the NBA. In this episode David and host Donna Bishop d…

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Yes. You Need To Be A Thought Leader. Here's How. 50:10

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As the founder and CEO of Talk Boutique, Andrea Sampson has been training individuals in delivering engaging talks, compelling stories, dynamic presentations and building active communities based on developing thought leadership. Listen to Andrea and Donna Bishop discuss: The dual value of being a thought leader Why fashion is ripe for new thought …

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Show Me The Money: Venture Capital and Outside Financing with Investor Qasim Mohammad 39:42

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Qasim Mohammad is an investor who currently works out of Wittington Venture. His expertise is deeply rooted in consumer brands. In this episode Qasim and Donna discuss: Outside investing 101 - what is venture capital and other financing options What are the goals of the VC/ investor How to build you network for potential investing What makes a grea…

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Essential Legal Advice: IP Protection, Contracts and more 38:14

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Branding/ fashion lawyer and trademark agent Ashlee Froese breaks down so many myths around the relationship and importance between entrepreneurship (and not just fashion designers), legals, trademarks, IP and more. In this episode you will hear Ashlee Froese and Donna Bishop discuss: What it means to be a fashion lawyer and the eco system of the i…

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Essential Tips For Identifying and Managing Burnout, Fear and More 31:07

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Lara Koretsky is a leadership and business coach pulls back the curtain how she supports her clients to achieve professional success and satisfaction, as well as personal expansion and growth. In this episode Lara talks with host Donna Bishop about: the essential connection between aligning personal values and professional goals ditching your "Itty…

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Business Grant Financing: Navigating The Process, Tools and Tips 37:23

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Grant financing can be the perfect cash injection to take a business to the next level. In this episode grant consultant Weiyi Chang unpacks the process, shares expectations and offers advice on how to determine if grant financing is right for your business and setting you up for success. Weiyi Chang and host Donna Bishop discuss: Debunking fashion…

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BEST OF FASHIONTALKS with the Oscar Nominated Luis Sequeira 34:16

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The Oscar nominated Costume Designer Luis Sequeira got his start in fashion. In this final BEST OF episode Luis and assistant Costume Designer Ann Steel joined Donna Bishop for a live recording of FashionTalks during Toronto Fashion Week. In this episode you will hear Luis and Ann talk about: Their fashion background The process of working with Aca…

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BEST OF FASHIONTALKS with Evan Biddell 43:16

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Evan Biddell has been designing clothes since his teens. Before he became a viral sensation with The Playsuit, he talked with Donna Bishop in an early FashionTalks episode. In this episode you will hear Evan talk candidly about: His upbringing in the Canadian Prairies Being on, and winning, the first Project Runway Canada His commitment to sustaina…

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BEST OF FASHIONTALKS with Mina Gerges and Finding Your Authentic Self 37:53

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Mina Gerges is known for his fearless self expression, ground breaking modelling gigs and plus size and LGTBQ2S+ advocacy. In this episode you will hear Mina share: His Egyptian heritage and how it has shaped him How he started creating the videos he became known for His journey to discovering his authentic self What is means to him to be a plus si…

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BEST OF FASHIONTALKS with Catherine Addai on Making Your Side Hustle Your Full Time 35:37

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Making your side hustle your full time gig is one of the most common goals any entrepreneur has. Catherine Addai knows what it means to HUSTLE! In this episode you will hear: Catherine talk about what her days looked like working her side hustle, her full time job and living her life What supports and lessons she learned as a side hustle designer t…

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BEST OF FASHIONTALKS with Jeanne Beker on 25 Years of FashionTelevision 36:57

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Jeanne Beker is a fashion icon and Canadian treasure. As the host of the ground breaking FashionTelevision Jeanne brought new fans to fashion, opened a portal to the otherwise unseen magic of runways shows and witnessed the entire fashion industry respond to new media. In this episode you will hear Jeanne share stories about: how she became the hos…

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Teaser for FashionTalks For Industry 0:57

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That's a wrap on season 4! But don't worry - FashionTalks isn't going anywhere. We will return in September with a special series, FashionTalks for Industry. Host Donna Bishop will interview experts in legals, grant writing, thought leadership, financing, marketing, managing burnout and more. A host of topics to support you and your business whethe…

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David Bowie, Adaptive Fashion & Putting People First Design with Izzy Camilleri 46:14

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Izzy Camilleri is a big deal. As one of Canada's most celebrated fashion designers she has dressed A list celebrities from David Bowie to Meryl Streep. In 2005 her world and career changed when a woman living with paralysis asked Izzy to design some custom clothing that would work with her power wheelchair. This entry into adaptive clothing pivoted…

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The Photoshoot That Changed Her Life, Fashion & Manifestation with Lori Simeunovic 41:05

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Fashion intersects with some surprising places! Case in point, tarot reader Lori Simeunovic has a ton of experience harnessing and acknowledging the power of adornment as it pertains to empowerment, manifestation and more. In this episode Lori and Donna discuss: The photoshoot that had a profound impact on Lori's life and career How fashion plays i…

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The Continued Evolution of Fashionable Creator Lisa Corbo 34:22

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Lisa Corbo has been around the fashion block. She has been a textile designer, fashion designer, interior designer, buyer, retail entrepreneur, stylist and most recently has added digital creator to her incredible career. Lisa has so much to share and a ton of amazing stories, experiences and insights. In this episode Lisa talks about: Her vast and…

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Bringing Indigenous Fashion into the Mainstream with Sage Paul, Executive & Artistic Director of Indigenous Fashion Arts 41:49

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Sage Paul is a designer, artist, creator and the executive & artistic director of Indigenous Fashion Arts, an organization committed to exploring the deep connections between mainstream fashion, Indigenous art and traditional practice through presentation for broad audiences and industries. In this episode you will hear Sage and Donna talk about: S…

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Designing in the Dark: Being Black in Fashion with Designer George Sully 58:29

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George Sully has been designing for over 20 years. Yet despite that history he, and other designers, have been designing in the dark for years. George is candid, clear and passionate while sharing his story and the future of designing. In this episode you will hear: George discuss how he was shut out of the fashion industry and what the impact of d…

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Beyond Meghan Markle: Designer Nina Kharey on Her New Venture Folds 34:22

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Nina Kharey rose to acclaim when Meghan Markle wore a design from her label Nonie. Now she is dedicated to designing for an industry that has seen little to no innovation in over 50 years: Scrubs. In this episode you will hear: Nina sharing what drew her to putting her attention on front line medical workers The incredible, innovative, unique techn…

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What it Takes to Make It with designer Hilary MacMillan 35:40

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Hilary MacMillan has been at the helm of her namesake label for 10 years! She is no stranger to all the facets of entrepreneurship. We talk about all the things the weigh on the mind of business owners: Leadership Pivoting Scaling Sustainability Trusting you gut And she shares what she really wants Canadians to know about our fashion industry (her …

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Father, Unexpected Fashion Designer & Trans Advocate Jamie Alexander, founder of Rubies 47:34

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Jamie Alexander got thrown into the fashion industry when his daughter Ruby wanted to wear a bikini like her friends. Something that was fun and girlie with tween/ teen vibes. Ruby, who is trans, wanted something that made her feel like herself. When Jamie and his wife looked for options for their daughter, there was nothing that fit what they, and…

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Making An Impact in the Beauty Industry with Jenn Harper, Founder & CEO of Cheekbone Beauty 40:07

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Jenn Harper, founder and CEO of Cheekbone Beauty, is making a serious impact. Not just because her sustainable beauty brand is now available in Sephora (Canada) and JC Penny (USA). Not just because she is creating an example for other Indigenous people of what is possible; to see and feel their value. Not just because of how she has overcome genera…

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Hormones & Heels: Designer Dr Liza Egbogah on What Happens When We Wear Shoes 42:06

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If you love and hate your heels you are not alone (and you are not imagining it). Dr Liza Egbogah is not just acclaimed shoe designer, she is also a Chiropractic Doctor and manual osteopath. Dr Liza discusses with Donna Bishop: What happens to our body when our feet are comprised (it may surprise you!) Her unexpected road to fashion designer How he…

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How To Live A Fulfilled Life with Full Time Physician & Full Time Fashion Designer Seda Rafilovich 29:35

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Do you ever feel like you have 2 passions, or even 2 conflicting desires, inside you? Seda Rafilovich does and she has maintained both of them, medicine and fashion, throughout her entire life. She is full of life advice and inspiration on how to live a fulfilled life. In this episode we talk about: How she has always honoured her love and pursuit …

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AI, Fashion and the Hype Cycle with Amanda Cosco of Electric Runway 37:36

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It all started with a cyborg named Neil. You can not deny that fashion and technology are forever intertwined. Electric Runway founder, journalist Amanda Costco unpacks the good, the bad and the grey in between discussing this relationship. Where are we in the hype cycle? What is going to stick and what is just passing amusement? What are the globa…

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Identity, Culture, Confidence: Raj Girn, Founder of Anokhi Life, on Fusing Indian and Western Fashion 42:52

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This episode is JAM PACKED. Raj Girn, founder of Anokhi Life, is a is a multi-award winning media & events entrepreneur, brand strategist, marketing consultant, confidence coach, #1 best-selling author, and entertainment personality. She is widely recognized as an expert in niche branding, media, marketing, and public relations, having worked with …

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Wear Whatever the F*ck You Want with Naomi Shapiro of Rock n Karma 36:12

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Naomi Shapiro of long standing brand Rock n Karma is breaking down over 25 years of fashion success; from street vending as a teenager to kiosks in major malls to store fronts in some of Toronto's coolest neighbourhoods. Naomi is a force of knowledge and experience. Here energy is infectious as is her positive outlook on life, as well as fashion. I…

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Trailer Season 4 - We Are Back! 0:41

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FashionTalks is back! Starting April 26 join host Donna Bishop for weekly conversations with designers, entrepreneurs and creatives on thinking and moving through the world through the lens of fashion. Follow FashionTalks - https://www.instagram.com/fashiontalkspod/ Follow Host Donna Bishop - https://www.instagram.com/thisisdonnab/ Discover our Par…

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Archive Episode for the Festive Season: The Origins of Fashion Santa 28:06

3y ago28:06

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From the FashionTalks vault comes a fantastic conversation with one of the nicest fellas ever. A compelling origins story is so inspiring and Paul Mason's story of how the international sensation, Fashion Santa, came to be is no exception. Paul is proof that you never know what is waiting for you around the corner. The road was full of ups and down…

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To Fashion Via Football with Wuxly CEO James Yurichuk 46:44

3y ago46:44

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It is not often you hear of someone being drafted as a linebacker for pro football and then pivoting into the fashion industry, but that is exactly what James Yurichuk, CEO of Wuxly has done. James and I have a fascinating conversation that moves between his suburb roots in Ontario, Canada to his love for brand campaigns to how his Brazilian girlfr…

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The Future of Shopping with Lisa Kisber, co-founder ShopSquad 42:41

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Shopping can mean a lot of things to a lot of people. We have all had experiences shopping that have been amazing, or hopefully we all have. Shopping is ever evolving and that has never been more true than right now. Lisa Kisber, co-founder of ShopSquad, shares her deep knowledge of retail and where we are headed with live, digital shopping. Lisa i…

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A Fashion Insider Scoop with Vicky Milner, President of CAFA (Canadian Arts & Fashion Awards) 38:47

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There is nothing like some behind the scenes intel. Am I right? Vicky has some amazing stories to share as we reminisce about CAFA galas through the years. Vicky Milner, President of CAFA, has her finger on the pulse of the fashion industry. CAFA (Canadian Arts & Fashion Awards) is Canada's national organization honouring, celebrating and supportin…

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Truly Breaking All the Rules with Elate Cosmetics CEO/ Founder Melodie Reynolds 40:46

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This one got surprisingly emotional! Melodie Reynolds is a beauty brand founder/ CEO who is breaking all the rules when it comes to makeup. Be it the marketing messages or packaging or ingredients or corporate culture Melodie is maintaining the empowering elements of adornment through beauty while breaking the traditional molds of the billion dolla…

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Fashion & Claiming Your Power with HIV Activist & Model Myles Sexton 40:23

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Myles Sexton is a force of nature. They are a Creative Director, HIV & Sobriety Activist, model, makeup artist, content creator and lover of all things fashion and travel. In this episode Myles talks openly about how fashion has been an integral part of their life, whether it be their roots on the east coast of Canada, their decision to come forwar…

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Not Your Typical Fashion CEO with Ashley Freeborn of Smash + Tess 27:32

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Smash + Tess is a community, a fashion brand and the dream of mother/ daughter team Ashley Freeborn and Teresa Freeborn. Hailed as starting the "Romper Revolution" Ashley's vision goes well beyond the freedom and comfort of the casual dressing that has taken the globe by storm since 2020. But what does being comfortable really mean? Have we shed a …