Best Couch Conference Podcasts (2025)

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Try It On, Be Cool: Fitting Room Rules That Matter 26:02

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2M ago26:02

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We need to talk about fitting rooms. Not the lighting (okay, maybe a little), but what actually happens inside—the habits, the hang-ups, the helpful tips, and the unspoken rules that no one teaches you. In this episode, we’re pulling together insights from both sides of the dressing room door. You’ll hear what sales associates wish shoppers would s…

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150 | Tony Reed launched a national running organization at an IT Conference, Dallas, TX 55:45

3M ago55:45

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Send us a text Our long over due conversation with world marathoner and running historian Tony Reed is well worth the wait. Tony is the President of the National Black Marathoners Association, an IT professional, CPA and grandfather. He as completed marathons on across the globe on all the continents, putting him in a rare group of runners. Listen …

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How to Know If You’re Ready to Work with a Personal Stylist (and How to Find the Right One for You) 34:56

4M ago34:56

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Personal stylists are more visible than ever—but if you’ve never worked with one, you might be wondering: Is it worth it? Is it only for celebrities or fashion people? Will someone really get my style—or just try to make me over? In this episode, Natalie breaks down what personal styling actually is (and isn’t), how to know if you’re ready, and how…

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Dress the Way You Want to Be Addressed with Farida Raafat: The Power of Bespoke Style 54:14

5M ago54:14

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This episode is as engaging as it is educational. I am joined by Farida Raafat, founder of DALYA, for a rich conversation about personal style, the meaning behind materials, and the art of intentional design. We talk about what it looks like to “dress the way you want to be addressed,” the bespoke process she’s created specifically for women, and h…

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Wearing Joy at 89: Style, Loss & Loving Life w/ Marin Foster 49:06

6M ago49:06

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At 89 years old, Marin Foster is proof that style has no age and that life’s next chapter can always be rewritten—one outfit at a time. After losing her beloved husband of 70+ years, Wayne, this lifelong performer didn’t retreat; she reinvented, heading out to refresh her wardrobe and embrace a new way of being. In this episode of Wear Who You Are,…

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Respect The Journey: Notes On Traveling Through Asia 35:02

7M ago35:02

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In the newest episode of Wear Who You Are, Natalie opens up about her month-long adventure through Asia, sharing some valuable lessons she picked up along the way. With stops in Thailand, Cambodia, and Japan, she reflects on the theme of respect. It can be strange, reconciling life in America with the incredible cleanliness and respect for public s…

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Nat Chat—Party on the Bottom! All your Denim Questions Answered! 24:38

7M ago24:38

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Welcome to our "Party on the Bottom!" In this town-hall format Nat Chat, Natalie tackles the world of denim. (And, yes, she addresses the Gen Z backlash against skinny jeans.) With a focus solely on jeans (no skirts or shorts here!), Natalie aims to demystify denim by discussing everything from raw denim and sizing intricacies to maintenance and cl…

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"Organization Is Freedom" with Camilla Frederico of The Personal Helpers 51:02

7M ago51:02

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In a world that often feels chaotic, finding order can be a transformative experience. This episode of the Wear Who You Are podcast is here to help you get your new year off to a good start, with an Industry Adjacent episode with Camilla Frederico of The Personal Helpers. Our guest is a passionate advocate for decluttering and creating spaces that …

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From Couch to Conference: Redefining Remote Style 23:27

8M ago23:27

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In this solo Nat Chat episode of Wear Who You Are, host Natalie Tincher welcomes listeners to 2025. With many Americans still working remotely, Natalie is all about helping us keep it comfy yet professional. The episode also includes an opening section all about the distinction between "hard" and "soft" pants—what are they and when do you wear them…

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Dressing the Soul: Identity, Spirituality, and Style w/ Associate Professor Fiona Dieffenbacher 53:08

9M ago53:08

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Welcome to the final episode of Wear Who You Are for 2025! We have the honor of speaking with Fiona Dieffenbacher, an Associate Professor of Fashion at Parsons School of Design. Fiona's work expertly intertwines the realms of dress, embodiment, and spirituality, providing valuable insights into how clothing impacts our emotional and social well-bei…

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Style Story—A CEO's Journey: How Becky Blank Leads and Dresses with Purpose 1:01:06

9M ago1:01:06

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In this episode of Wear Who You Are, host Natalie Tincher talks to Becky Blank, a CEO and tech leader at Ample, a Cincinnati-based digital marketing agency. Known for her commitment to inclusivity in the tech industry, Becky shares her personal and professional experiences that have shaped her advocacy for women and people of color. Her story isn't…

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Style School—Sleigh the Sales: Your Holiday Shopping Survival Guide 16:35

10M ago16:35

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Get ready to jingle all the way with Nat on this episode of the "Wear Who You Are" podcast! Nat dives into the holiday shopping season, equipping listeners with practical strategies to navigate the crowded market with style and confidence. She highlights vital sales dates, including Black Friday and Cyber Monday, while cautioning against the traps …

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Nat Chat—Unleash Your Style Superheroes: Finding and Flaunting Your Wardrobe Faves 17:38

10M ago17:38

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In this solo episode of "Wear Who You Are," host Natalie Tincher takes listeners on a Nat Chat that blends community interaction with expert advice, all centered around the art of finding and celebrating wardrobe "hero pieces." Inspired by questions submitted via Instagram (proving that many fashion dilemmas are COMPLETELY universal), Natalie invit…

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Two Brothers, One Love: Running. Eastvale and Santa Barbara CA Ep. 149 1:18:34

10M ago1:18:34

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Send us a text Aaron and Joshua Potts represent brotherly love and passion for running. Their podcast 2 Black Runners delivers running news, interviews and share their insights on the running world with swag and enthusiasm for the sport. In this conversation we hear about the 2024 LA Marathon from both a runner's and supporter's POV. We cover a bun…

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Capturing Street Style w/ Photographer Karya Schanilec 42:49

11M ago42:49

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Welcome back to Where Who You Are, the podcast where everybody has a style, and every style has a seat. In today's guest episode, Natalie chats with Karya Schanilec, a street style photographer based in New York City who has just returned from Paris Fashion Week. Karya has a unique perspective on fashion through the lens of the camera; years of wor…

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Style School—What the H*** Are the BU Style Six and How Do I Apply Them? 22:49

11M ago22:49

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Go back to basics with a BU Style foundational methodology episode! This dynamic podcast episode emphasizes the importance of connecting your authenticity to your fashion choices. In this solo Style School episode, Natalie guides listeners through a framework she refers to as the BU Style Six—Relaxed, Classic, Polished, Soft, Magnetic, and Creative…

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Industry Insider—Mastering Visual Storytelling with Fashion Photographer and Artist Miles Aldridge 51:29

11M ago51:29

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Get ready for an exciting and artistic episode of Wear Who You Are! Host Natalie Tincher invites the incredibly talented Miles Aldridge into a vibrant discussion that dives deep into the captivating worlds of art, photography, and storytelling through image. This deeply artistic Industry Insider episode revolves primarily on image making and photog…

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Industry Adjacent—Enclothed Cognition Is Your Sales Secret Weapon w/ Gina Trimarco 54:58

12M ago54:58

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Gina Trimarco is an expert communicator, here to talk with Natalie Tincher of the Wear Who You Are podcast all about Improvised Intelligence™ (improv-based emotional intelligence), how to show up authentically as yourself, and why enclothed cognition is your secret weapon in a sales context. If you're not familiar with the term, it refers to the sy…

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Industry Insider—Kindness, Slow Fashion, and American Made w/ Doug Phillips of Conscious Clothing 48:43

1y ago48:43

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The Wear Who You Are team is back with an Industry Insider episode, featuring Doug Phillips of Conscious Clothing. Host Natalie Tincher is tapping into her Midwest upbringing for this conversation with the co-founder and owner of this sustainably and ethically made company, based out of Michigan. Conscious Clothing is notable for its commitment to …

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Nat Chat—How do I find affordable, ethical clothing? Plus, settling the denim-rise debate. 14:42

1y ago14:42

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The Wear Who You Are team is thrilled to be back with a Town-Hall style episode in which Natalie answers your important style questions. First up: are you on the hunt for stylish yet ethical clothing options that won't break the bank? Look no further! In this informative Nat Chat episode, Natalie delves into the world of ethical fashion and explore…

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148 | Rochester Hills, MI with Dot McMahan: Running with the Midwestern Grit That Shows Us Age Doesn't Limit Our Greatness 1:05:55

1y ago1:05:55

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Send us a text It is our honor and pleasure to welcome Dot McMahan to the Suite Run Podcast! Dot is a professional runner with the Hansons-Brooks Team, a five time Olympic Marathon Trials qualifier and we love this stat: Dot was the oldest Olympic Qualifier in the marathon trials this past February in Orlando. A phenomenal achievement at 47 years o…

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Industry Adjacent—Much Ado About Styling: Actors on Headshots, Auditions, and Costuming w/ Kelly McCready 54:07

1y ago54:07

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How do you stand out in a sea of headshots? Kelly McCready (actor, writer/director, photographer, and creator of good things) explores the importance of bringing your individuality and authenticity into headshots and auditions. In this enlightening and educational conversation, she explores how headshots have changed over the years, sharing tips fo…

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Style School—Shoe Care & Repair for Long-Lasting Wear 15:43

1y ago15:43

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Shoes are often one of our biggest wardrobe investments. They also do the most work for us—literally supporting our bodies throughout the day. So let's show them love by treating them with care to give you a long, prosperous, healthy relationship with them. In today’s “Style School” episode, I discuss the various practical ways you can care for you…

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Nat Chat—From Mothers to Children: Style Wisdom Passed Down through Generations 25:05

1+ y ago25:05

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Who was the first person you learned about style from? It was likely your mother, grandmother, or another mother figure in your life. In today’s special Nat Chat episode, we talk about what we learned and carry with us about fashion and style from the mother figures in our lives, including my amazing mom, Jan. It may surprise you that she wasn’t in…

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147 | Flagstaff, AZ with James McKirdy: Running Sky High in the Pine Forest With the Founder of McKirdy Trained 1:05:33

1+ y ago1:05:33

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Send us a text We are stoked to welcome James McKirdy to the Suite Run Podcast! Late in 2015, equipped with knowledge, passion and a lot of experience in the sport of distance running, James planted the seeds of his own coaching business. The dream officially launched in January 2016 and he and his team of coaches has grown McKirdy Trained into one…

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146 | Richmond, VA with Anthony Clary: Running With the Co-Founder of "We Off The Couch" 55:58

1+ y ago55:58

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Send us a text It is such a pleasure to welcome Anthony Clary to the Suite Run Podcast! In 2017, Anthony and his wife Tara founded "We Off The Couch" a run group that supports, energizes and encourages people to run. In their hometown of Richmond, VA they are making their mark on the running community and nationally this duo is garnering well deser…

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Industry Insider—Building a Shoe Brand Focused on Aesthetics and Ethics w/ Marine Braquet 38:06

1+ y ago38:06

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About a year ago, my friend Faith and I walked into Nomasei's Paris showroom and met its founders, Marine and Paule. What was supposed to be an hour-long appointment between strangers turned into two hours-plus that felt like old friends catching up—and that’s what my Nomasei experience holistically has been since that day. Marine and Paule left th…

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145 | Mojave, CA with Kate Gunderson: Mechanical & Aerospace Engineer Running Fast Through the California Desert 58:48

1+ y ago58:48

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Send us a text Katelyn (Kate) Gunderson is a mechanical and aerospace engineer currently attending the National Test Pilot School in Mojave, CA through a flight test engineering fellowship. Kate also has a passion for increasing female participation in engineering and authors a blog aimed at empowering women to confidently thrive in STEM fields. In…

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Nat Chat—Finding Your “Sole”mate 23:52

1+ y ago23:52

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Do you find yourself putting together a great outfit and don’t have the right shoes? Did you ditch your heels post-Pandemic but don’t have an appropriate replacement? Today’s Nat Chat episode is the first of multiple episodes dedicated to footwear. In it, I walk you through my process of identifying your shoe needs and how to thoughtfully fill in y…

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144 | Rome, GA with Bradley Moon: Sprinting Fast in the Peach State 1:12:47

1+ y ago1:12:47

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Send us a text We are so happy to welcome Bradley Moon to the Suite Run Podcast! Bradley is a highly experienced sprinting coach (he has certifications in sprint specialization and strength and conditioning from the USTFCCA) with over 10 years of dedicated experience in the field. Bradley is a successful sprint coach, who has guided athletes to bec…

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Industry Insider — Sustainability, Self-attunement, and the Power of Pima Cotton w/ Eleanor Turner 43:56

1+ y ago43:56

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Today’s guest, Eleanor Turner, knows fashion and production very well. After many years working with the likes of J. Crew, Tory Burch, and Argent (co-founder), she founded her company, The Big Favorite, with a drive to be part of the solution to overconsumption and pollutants. Her designs offer long-lasting foundational pieces, created with simplic…

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143 | Port Orchard, WA with Sara Lopez: Marathon Champion and Olympic Trials Marathoner Training in the PNW 1:07:40

1+ y ago1:07:40

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Send us a text Twenty four year old Sara Lopez has run three marathons so far in her career. One of those marathons (the Eugene Marathon), she WON in April of 2023 and less than a year later, just two months ago, Sara ran in the US Olympic Marathon Trials. With an elite bib entry at the Boston Marathon coming up in just two weeks, Sara shares her s…

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Nat Chat—Facing Our Fashion Fears Together 24:24

1+ y ago24:24

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Cue the confetti! We’re celebrating one year of Wear Who You Are! In today’s episode, I’ll share what I’ve learned in the last year of creating a podcast and how this community has connected with it. In the spirit of learning and growing, I’ll share one part of my style I’ve avoided figuring out what wearing who I am could look like for years. Now,…

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Industry Insider—Behind the Scenes at NY Fashion Week w/ Sadia Seymour 42:11

1+ y ago42:11

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You may not think that Fashion Week applies to you, but it does. Remember how Miranda Priestley (played by Meryl Streep) curtly schools us on the subject of “cerulean” in The Devil Wears Prada? In today’s episode, my guest, Sadia Seymour, and I more warmly and gently invite you to come with us for a peek behind the fashion world curtain. Sadia is a…

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Style School—How to Calculate Cost per Wear to Shop Smarter 11:32

1+ y ago11:32

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My high school pre-Calculus teacher used to say, “How do you spell ‘math’? F-U-N!” I always vehemently disagreed until I learned about the ‘cost-per-wear formula’! Cost per wear is a calculation I use before I buy anything and another tool I use with my clients as we consider what investing in their wardrobe should look like. In today’s Style Schoo…

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142 | Colorado Springs, CO with Elkanah Kibet: Olympic Marathon Alternate Runs Joyfully Through the Mountains and Serves Our Country 52:53

1+ y ago52:53

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Send us a text On February 3rd, 2:09 marathoner Elkanah Kibet rounded the corner with just a couple of minutes left on the course of the US Olympic Marathon Trials and a spectator shouted out: "You're going to Paris!!" He couldn't believe it, he had done it - Elkanah was going to become an Olympian. In the next moment, Elkanah was passed by another…

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141 | Austin, TX with Joah Spearman: From Business to the Roads and Trails, He Runs it All 53:55

1+ y ago53:55

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Send us a text We are so happy to welcome Joah Spearman to the Suite Run Podcast! Joah is a passionate (and fast!) runner as well as an author and businessman. Joah is the founder and CEO of Localeur, a leading travel startup that shares local recommendations in over 200 cities around the world. Localeur has partnered with large companies such as N…

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Style Story—Self-love and Self-acceptance Lead to Style Expansion w/ Mystral Echavarria 47:14

1+ y ago47:14

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It’s a special Valentine’s Day episode with a client I love dearly, Mystral Echavarria. I will never forget the day that Mystral called me inquiring about working together. Her energy, curiosity, kindness, and strength radiated through the phone — and then when I got into a room with her . . . woah! She shines bright! I often feel like I leave our …

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140 | San Diego, CA with Meriah Earle: Sunshine Dreams, Hard Work and Never Stop Believing 1:18:57

1+ y ago1:18:57

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Send us a text We are so happy to welcome Meriah Earle to the Suite Run Podcast! Meriah ran a very fast 2:39:46 at the 2024 US Olympic Marathon Trials on February 3rd and at 45 years old, she inspires us all to continue to believe in our dreams. This is Meriah's second consecutive appearance at the Marathon Trials and in this conversation she share…

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139 | Jackson, MI with Nathan Martin: 7th Place at The 2024 US Olympic Marathon Trials! 1:25:49

1+ y ago1:25:49

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Send us a text On Saturday February 3rd - Nathan Martin ran an impressive time of 2:11:00 and placed 7th at the 2024 US Olympic Marathon Trials! In this chat, we talk about Nathan's race day experience as well as the build up and coaching to prepare for this important race of all races! He shares about how he got into running and what's next for hi…

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138 | Nat and Jerold Talk All Things 2024 US Olympic Marathon Trials 1:06:54

1+ y ago1:06:54

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Send us a text Raise your hand if you are still riding the high of the Olympic Marathon Trials that took place on Saturday February 3rd ?! The Super Bowl of running did not disappoint and we want to talk all about it. There was so much to unpack - we naively thought we would have a 15-20 minute conversation and of course that didn't happen. Join us…

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Industry Adjacent—Makeup as Another Medium to Wear Who You Are w/ Rebecca Robles 57:26

1+ y ago57:26

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Rebecca Robles has been part of my company, BU Style, for a few months now as our beauty specialist. The energy and expertise she has brought to our team has been incredibly invigorating. Our conversation for this episode covered a lot of ground. My favorite aspects were learning about her makeup and beauty ideology, and then how Rebecca’s two prof…

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137 | Orlando, FL with Jereny Rivera: Celebrating US Olympic Marathon Trials Week in the Sunshine State! 1:20:12

1+ y ago1:20:12

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Send us a text Welcome to Olympic Marathon Trials week! We are pumped to have 2:47 marathoner, Jereny Rivera on the show to share the BEST of her hometown of Orlando, FL! Jereny truly loves running and in the last eight years, she has transformed herself from a 5:25 marathoner to a 2:47 marathoner (she achieved that time at the Houston Marathon in …

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136 | Carbondale, CO with Zoë Rom: Running with an Award-Winning Journalist in ColoRADo's Hidden Gem? Sign Us Up! 1:01:21

1+ y ago1:01:21

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Send us a text We are honored to have Zoë Rom on the Suite Run Podcast! Zoë is the editor in chief at Trail Runner magazine; managing editor at Women’s Running; and writer, host, and producer of the DNF podcast, which has been called the “This American Life of running podcasts” by Los Angeles Review of Books. Rom is an award-winning journalist whos…

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Nat Chat—Styling Your Wardrobe: Tips and Strategies for Maximum Impact 35:27

1+ y ago35:27

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In this Nat Chat, we delve into the world of styling and self-expression through your wardrobe choices. I believe strongly in buying better and buying less. Each piece in your closet should have multiple ways to wear it—and each way can be a tool in showcasing all the dimensions of your unique style brand. Knowing how to maximize the use of your cl…

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134 | Portland, OR with Jessica Dorrington: PT Running FAST in the PNW 54:13

1+ y ago54:13

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Send us a text What an end of the year treat to have 2:56:02 marathoner and physical therapist (to the running stars!), Jessica Dorrington on the Suite Run Podcast! Here is Jessica's impressive bio in her own words: I have a love for helping people stay active and see the athlete in us all. My goal is to get every person back to what they love to d…

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134: Mission Viejo, CA with Andrea Kooiman: Basecamp of an Ultramarathoner 1:16:59

1+ y ago1:16:59

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Send us a text We are so happy to welcome Andrea Kooiman to the Suite Run Podcast! Andrea has run over 100 marathons (no, that wasn't a typo!) and over 50 ultra distance events. Professionally, she just celebrated nine years working at Road Runner Sports in grassroots marketing, co-founded a youth non-profit running program, WeROCK (We Run Our Comm…

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Industry Adjacent—Connection Is the Currency of the Soul . . . and Personal Style w/ Devin Green 1:09:03

1+ y ago1:09:03

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What do a modern minister and a style strategist have in common? Turns out, when it comes to Rev Dev and I—a lot! In today’s conversation, we explore the idea of connection: —how we can connect to our capital “S” Selves and why this is critical to understanding what that authentic expression of us wears —the divine power we can feel by connecting t…

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Industry Insider—How Your Wardrobe & Writing Coincide w/ Althea Simons 52:29

1+ y ago52:29

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Founder of the brand GRAMMAR, Althea Simons is about as heart-centric and people-driven as designers come—not to mention she shares my love for editing in all forms, including defending the Oxford comma. Inspired by The Elements of Style by William Strunk, Jr. & E.B. White., GRAMMAR creates foundational elements of a modern minimalist wardrobe. Amo…

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Nat Chat—Think Inside the Box: When Clothing Box Subscription & Rental Services Are Useful 23:06

2y ago23:06

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'Tis the season for holiday shopping. In today’s Nat Chat, we’re rounding out our shopping series and discussing box subscriptions and rental services. We’ll talk about how they work, when they are useful, and when they create style discovery roadblocks. -- Links & resources: Follow the podcast on social media: @bustyle @natalie_tincher Check out t…