Best Culture Inject Productions Podcasts (2025)

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Plastic Playbook: Choosing The Right Polymer 44:19

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Choosing the right polymer for your plastic parts can significantly impact the success of your product. In this episode, Adrian and Paul Adams from Sofeast explore the most common polymers used in manufacturing, from everyday workhorses like ABS to high-performance engineering plastics and sustainable bioplastics. They cover the strengths, weakness…

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BONUS: China’s Oct 1 Export Overhaul: What Every Manufacturer Must Do Now 9:12

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Starting October 1st, 2025, the Chinese government is enforcing stricter export compliance rules that could significantly disrupt supply chains. Exporters will need to disclose the manufacturer’s identity and prove that every component was purchased the formal way, with aligned flows of materials, contracts, and tax invoices. In this short bonus ep…

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Lisa Eldridge’s Makeup Routine, Unlocked! Pinpoint Concealing, The Patchwork Method and A Sneak Peek at Her Latest Brow Launch 1:01:41

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Lisa Eldridge MBE isn’t just a makeup artist – she’s a living legend in the beauty world. With over 2 million loyal YouTube subscribers, Lisa helped pioneer the digital beauty space before TikTok was even a thing. She’s painted the faces of Kate Winslet, Dua Lipa and Keira Knightley and worked on campaigns for Chanel, Lancôme, and Shiseido before l…

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Prototype to Production: 7 Sneaky Pitfalls to Avoid 37:18

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In episode 290 of China Manufacturing Decoded, Renaud Anjoran is back and joins Adrian to explore seven common pitfalls that can derail manufacturing projects during the critical transition from prototype to production. A working prototype may look and feel like the final product, but moving from prototype to mass production is a far more complex j…

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The Top 5 Hair Trends You’ll See Everywhere This Fall According to Gigi Hadid's Hairstylist Dimitris Giannetos 44:24

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This week we’re joined by celebrity hairstylist Dimitris Giannetos — the man behind the biggest red carpet hair transformations for Gigi Hadid, Kourtney Kardashian, Amal Clooney, and more. Live from Los Angeles, with support from our friends at Moroccanoil, Dimitris breaks down the Top 5 Hair Trends for Fall 2025 — from the most viral bob haircut o…

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When To Sign Off On Injection Mold Tooling — Inside the Journey from DFM to T0→T2 31:26

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Episode 289: Adrian is joined again by our head of New Product Development, Paul Adams, to explore the complexity of plastic injection mold tooling and what it takes to go from tooling design to mass production of plastic parts. They explore the full journey, from DFM and tool design through trial runs (T0, T1, T2) to final sign-off and mass produc…

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Skincare School in Session! Hollywood Facialist Gina Mari On What You May be Getting Wrong in Your Skincare Routine 49:43

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This week, we welcome esthetician Gina Mari Jensen, named “Top Celebrity Facialist in Los Angeles” by Allure Magazine and one of the best “Red Carpet Facialists” by Violet Grey. Tune in as the bonafide skin expert (and former ballet dancer and stunt person) gets nerdy with us all about skin, just in time for fall. You’ll hear about: Why the career …

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Traffic Lights for Product Success. How Phase Gates Save Time & Money 37:40

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Adrian is joined once again by Paul Adams, the Sofeast Group’s Head of New Product Development, based at Agilian Technology, our contract manufacturer, to discuss the importance of phase gate (or stage gate) reviews in new product introduction (NPI). When developing and manufacturing a product, rushing forward without checks at key stages can lead …

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It’s Our #DamnGood Haul of Fame Update! Fave New Finds That Stand the Test of Time (and What Products We’re Saying Goodbye To) Plus: Are Only Fans Stars the Newest Beauty Influencers? 51:56

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We’re back with another #DamnGood update! This time we’re saluting more products that are so top-shelf worthy that they’re earning a spot in our Breaking Beauty Haul of Fame. You’ll hear about: Which new expert-led brands are living up to the hype, according to us (and don’t miss updates on Carlene’s upcoming beauty brand! Subscribe to her Substack…

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Tariffs, Trade War, and the Factory Floor: Buyer Risks in 2025 38:33

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Tariffs, shifting trade policies, and unpredictable order patterns are creating a “stop–go” manufacturing environment in China. For buyers, this means unexpected quality issues, capacity crunches, and supply chain instability. In this episode of China Manufacturing Decoded, Renaud Anjoran and Adrian from the Sofeast team break down the real-world i…

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Claudia Sulewski on Her Viral Self-Care Brand Cyklar, Early YouTube Fame & The Secrets of her Summer Skincare Routine 55:21

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This week on Breaking Beauty Podcast, we’re joined by content creator, actress, and beauty entrepreneur Claudia Sulewski. Claudia got her start on YouTube at just 13 years old under the handle “BeyondBeautyStar,” becoming one of the OG beauty influencers online. Fast-forward to now, she’s grown her community to nearly 6 million followers, starred i…

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Pilot Runs: Crucial for Manufacturing Success 32:21

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Jumping into mass production without a pilot run is like launching a rocket without a test fire, risky, costly, and likely to go wrong. In this episode of China Manufacturing Decoded, Renaud Anjoran and Adrian from the Sofeast team break down what the pilot run process really is, why it's non-negotiable in any serious manufacturing project, and wha…

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These 10+ Hacks Are Game-Changers For Summer Hair, Featuring Emma Stone's Hairstylist Mara Roszak 48:10

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This week, we’re calling on a hair guru with MAJOR Hollywood glam cred, Mara Roszak. Mara is probably best known as Emma Stone’s hairstylist - and fun fact Mara’s done the hair for five different Oscar-winning actresses on the night they won - Emma Stone twice, Brie Larson, Michelle Yeoh and Zoe Saldana Mara is the super talented owner of Mare salo…

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India Overtakes China in US Smartphone Shipments: What It Really Means 33:55

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Adrian and Renaud explore a significant shift in global electronics production: India surpassing China as the top smartphone exporter to the USA. The discussion covers why this change happened so fast, how Apple and other big tech firms adapted, what this means for SMEs, and how Sofeast is now expanding its own manufacturing footprint in India. Sho…

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The Midlife Tune-Up: “Injectable Threads” VS. Fillers, WTF Is PRFM & More Reverse Aging Skin Secrets with Esthetician Shani Darden 55:27

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She’s back! Celebrity facialist Shani Darden returns for the third time, and we’re taking you inside her Beverly Hills skincare oasis to find out what really keeps her A-list clientele – including Jessica Alba, Chrissy Teigen and Amanda Seyfried – looking like they might just be aging in reverse. Plus, Shani reveals the exact treatments she does (a…

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Q&A: Invention > Marketplace, Shorter Manufacturing Timelines, China V West Biz Culture Differences, etc. 34:31

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In this diverse episode of China Manufacturing Decoded, hosts Adrian and Renaud cover several thought-provoking topics based on listeners' questions. They will discuss: How to transform an initial idea into a market-ready product. Cultural differences in business practices between Chinese and Western companies. Shortening manufacturing timelines, s…

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Hairstylist Chris McMillan on His NEW Hair Product Line, “The Rachel” Lore, C*nty Little Bob Summer and Hair Tips Galore 1:01:45

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This week, we're joined by Chris McMillan, the iconic celebrity hairstylist behind Jennifer Aniston's legendary "Rachel" haircut and the inspiration for Leslie Bibb's "C*nty Little Bob" in The White Lotus season three – *the* cut of 2025 hair trends. With over four decades of shaping Hollywood's most famous hairstyles, Chris spills all on this excl…

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The Rise and Struggles of Smaller E-Commerce Sellers: Lessons from 2015 to Now 45:14

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Adrian and Renaud examine how small e-commerce sellers surged in popularity between 2015 and 2021 and why many are now struggling. They discuss the boom in dropshipping, the impact of rising advertising costs, the dominance of big brands, and how platforms like Amazon, Meta, and Google have changed the game. This episode explores why success has be…

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How-to Make Your Makeup Last Longer! A 101 Masterclass on Skin Prep, Primers, Powders & Setting Sprays with Makeup Artist Pro Ruby Hammer, MBE 1:01:36

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Looking for makeup that lasts through sweat, humidity, or oily skin? In this episode, we’re joined by award-winning British makeup artist Ruby Hammer, MBE, who’s here to share her best-kept secrets for truly long-lasting makeup — no matter the weather or skin type. With a career spanning nearly four decades, Ruby has worked on editorial shoots for …

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Retail vs. Amazon FBA vs. D2C: Logistics & Product Prep Clarified 31:41

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Welcome to episode 282 of the China Manufacturing Decoded podcast from Sofeast where we take a deep dive into the logistics and product preparation differences across three major e-commerce and sales channels. Adrian and Kate from Sofeast break down how to optimize supply chains depending on whether you're shipping to retailers, selling through Ama…

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The #DamnGood Amazon Prime Day 2025 Beauty Deals That We’re Adding to Cart! 51:16

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This week, we’re dropping in your feeds one day early to deliver our #DamnGood finds for Amazon Prime Day, which spans four full days this year, from July 8 - 11th! Join us as we curate, and review, some of the hottest trending products and stay tuned until the end to hear about the deepest discounts we could find at the end of the episode. 🇺🇸Shop,…

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Vietnam-US Trade Deal: Trump’s Tariff Tactics & Transshipment Troubles 24:52

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A major shift just occurred in global trade. On July 2nd, the United States and Vietnam announced a new trade agreement that sets a 20% tariff on Vietnamese exports and 40% on goods deemed to be transshipped (often Chinese-origin products rerouted via Vietnam). In this episode, Adrian and Renaud break down what this means for importers using Vietna…

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Live With Dermatologist Dr. Shereene Idriss! Busting Skincare Myths, The “Cheap” Aging Hack We Need to Know Now, and the Scoop on Her First-Ever Sunscreen 57:51

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In this LIVE podcast recording, Dr. Shereene Idriss is back to bust more skincare myths on everything from sunscreen misinformation to which ingredients are most legit - in her books. The Manhattan-based, board-certified cosmetic dermatologist has captured over 4 million followers with her skin “NERD”-iness, educating the world with her real-talk t…

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China's Rare Earth Monopoly: A Looming Supply Chain Crisis? 27:28

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Adrian and Renaud chat about a timely topic, the complex and critical issue of rare earth minerals, focusing particularly on how the US/China trade war has recently influenced their availability. As China controls over 90% of the refined production of rare earth elements, recent developments in trade policies have significant implications for globa…

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Before Beef Tallow, There Was Sheep-Derived Lanolin. Everything To Know About The Lowkey Skincare Ingredient Adored By Margot Robbie, Ancient Egyptians – and Us 49:39

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Dry lips be gone! In partnership with our friends at Lano, we’re sitting down with Kirsten Carriol, founder of Lano, the Australian skincare brand known for its beauty editor darling “Lanolips” and what could very well be “The Best Lip Balm On Earth.” A glistening byproduct of sheep-shearing, lanolin has been favoured by the ancient Egyptians, cele…

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Tesla's Cybertruck Debacle: Reliability, Politics, & Plummeting Sales 34:38

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In today’s episode, Adrian is joined by Andrew Amirnovin, our reliability expert, and we’re using Tesla’s Cybertruck problems as a case study in what happens when a product skips, or underinvests in, reliability testing. From panels that fall off to cracked windshields and sticky accelerator pedals, it’s clear the fundamentals weren’t locked down b…

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Loading ⏳Our #DamnGood Hot Girl Summer 2025 Faves. Plus! SPF “Doping” On Blast 50:06

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It’s almost officially summer, so this week we’re sharing our thoughts on the new beauty launches coming in hot ☀️Is Mikayla Makeup’s skincare line, POV Beauty, legit? How many lip glosses, balms and oils are too many - does the limit exist?! Plus Do you prefer mineral sunscreens? Listen to our PSA about why some sunscreens *might* be duping you. T…

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More Than Just A Box: Guide To Making Packaging 31:19

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"Packaging is more than just a box," a phrase that becomes increasingly true the deeper you get into product development. In this episode of China Manufacturing Decoded, Adrian hosts Kate Oliynykova, Sofeast’s Head of Supply Chain Management, to dive into the often-overlooked yet critical world of packaging. From early-stage design to common pitfal…

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Are You Self-Tanning The Right Way? With Khloe Kardashian’s Self-Tan Guru, Sunkissed by Jenni 54:38

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Glow, baby, glow! This week we’re welcoming one of LA’s most in-demand sunless tanning gurus, Jenni Blafer (AKA Sunkissed by Jenni!) to share the secrets behind acing a Hollywood-worthy glow. Tune in to hear about: The skincare “homework” that’s key to getting the most even tone The exact application method that nixes streaks and blotchy bits The o…

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Protect Your IP: Strategies for Safely Sourcing Components 39:55

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In episode 277 of China Manufacturing Decoded, Adrian and Renaud explore how to avoid leaking your intellectual property (IP) when sourcing components during the product development process. While working with suppliers, especially overseas, is often necessary, it can also pose significant IP risks. This discussion breaks down the real-world scenar…

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The “Undetectable” Era Flex with Dr. Catherine Chang: From “Jellyroll” Botox to the Bijoux Lift and are 20-somethings Actually Getting Facelifts? 52:46

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Y’all know there’s no gatekeeping around here! Today, we’re dishing about the new, undetectable era in cosmetic surgery with one of the go-to experts of our time, Dr. Catherine Chang. The board-certified, quadruple Ivy league-educated plastic surgeon is known for her attention to meticulous detail, hidden incisions and faster healing at her Prive B…

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Exploring the book: "Apple in China: The Capture of the World's Greatest Company" 33:53

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Join Renaud on a journey into the fascinating world of electronics manufacturing and how Apple's strategic moves in China transformed it. Our episode is inspired by the book "Apple in China: The Capture of the World's Greatest Company," a book by journalist Patrick McGee, who offers a well-researched exploration of how Apple inadvertently establish…

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Charlotte Palermino Returns! Hot Takes on P50’s Reformulation, K-Beauty SPF Scarcity and Do We Need Beef Tallow in Our Moisturizer? 53:58

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Charlotte Palmerino is back! Dieux co-founder and trained esthetician Charlotte Palermino is known for her no BS social media presence to over 800,000 followers. Today, we’re joining forces to break down some of the buzziest beauty news of the moment, like, Biologique Recherche’s iconic P50 lotion reformulation, how K-Beauty regulations will change…

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Post-Brexit Compliance: Selling in the UK vs the EU 26:10

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If you're manufacturing products for the EU and wondering how to break into the UK post-Brexit, this episode is for you. Renaud Anjoran sits down with compliance expert Fredrik Grönkvist from ComplianceGate to demystify the increasingly divergent regulatory frameworks between the UK and the EU. Show Sections 01:01 – Guest Introduction – Fredrik fro…