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Episode 101: Adam Leja And How The Essence of Fashion Is More Than Just Clothes

Polish art gallery owner and fashion connoisseur, Adam unpacks the multifaceted world of fashion, discussing its significance beyond mere clothing, the evolution of fashion from couture to ready-to-wear, and the impact of social media and influencers on the industry. Adam shares insights from his extensive collection of fashion pieces and his current exhibition, emphasizing the need for a deeper understanding of fashion history for aspiring professionals.

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Episode 90: Sonia Piarulli On How Building Genuine Relationships With Brands is Crucial for Success

In this conversation, Sonia shares her journey from a dreamy girl fascinated by the fashion world, to becoming a successful talent manager and agency owner. She discusses the importance of integrity in the influencer marketing industry, the challenges of balancing her career with her responsibilities as a pastor's wife, and the significance of faith in her professional life.

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Episode 72: Inga Rubenstein: From Modeling To Ardent Art Connoisseur

Russian born, Inga Rubenstein is also American. She’s St. Petersburg, turned New York City, turned fashion model, turned ardent art connoisseur. I first met Inga in Florence, Italy by chance and have admired her style, and the way she holds herself in a reserved manner. In this episode we talk about her life in Russia, modeling, NY, art, and her philanthropic work.

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Episode 66: Vickie Samushonga Explains Why Fashion Should Be Looking at India

With a dual calling in fashion and the ministry, Zimbabwean born Vickie Samushonga works with fashion designers between Africa and India, connecting designers with manufacturers, fashion weeks, and exhibitions. In this episode she opens up about her journey in both fields, what African designers need most, and what India offers the fashion industry.

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Episode 4- Recuperating After The Beirut Explosion, Fashion Designer Rabih Kayrouz Has Come Back With A Shift In His Brand And A New AW21 Collection

Rabih Kayrouz founded his brand Maison Rabih Kayrouz [ MRK] in 1999, embodying a couture savoir-faire House. He was injured during Beirut’s August 4, 2020 explosion and has been recovering. He just revealed his AW21 collection during Paris Fashion Week. Enjoy this podcast episode with Rabih where he talks about how he’s been spending the past few months and his refocus of MRK.

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