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The podcast for people who love to sew – from the people who love to write about sewing! Brought to you by the editors of Threads magazine, this insightful podcast takes on topics important to sewing enthusiasts. Listen in for humor, wisdom, and opinions from expert guests and the Threads staff as they discuss sewing techniques, fashion design, fitting conundrums, and more. Use your ears to become a better sewer! Hear the talent behind the world’s top garment-sewing magazine.
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What are the secrets behind some of the most successful women in the world? Each week designer Rebecca Minkoff talks to women from all walks of life, from CEOs to artists, and shows us what life is like without the pretty filters in order to help you navigate what it means to be vulnerable, how loss can make you stronger, and other ways to make your inner superwoman shine. Join us in being Superwomen, together!
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This is a show for burnt-out fashion designers (and TDs, PDs, patternmakers, textile designer and beyond) who want more flexibility in their career while still doing work they love. You'll learn how to build a freelance fashion business, so you can do the work you love on your own terms. Freelancing in fashion is the only way to get freedom in your day (instead of being tied to a desk). Whether you want to earn extra money on the side, fund your fashion brand, or replace your salary, the FDG ...
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Modest clothing designer, Brigitte Shamy and her husband Jason share their recipes for success in family, business, and marriage. They have built a multi-million dollar business from their basement that has become one of the top preforming roadshows of all time in Costco. They have been married for 17 years and have 4 daughters... You learn, laugh and cry, and cry laughing as this dynamic duo becomes your new favorite part of the day.
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Welcome to this inspiring podcast for fashion creatives. Through intimate interviews with industry guests and fashion thinkers, Carla van Lunn provides you with inspiring stories and real information about fashion design and creativity. Carla and her guests dig deep into fashion’s purpose and power. Fashion Wayfinder will be your compass … guiding you to create with confidence, spirit and integrity.
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ALL GROWN UP: A tale of retail, relocation, revenge, re-invention, reckless behavior, really good clothes, indiscretion, infidelity, domestic violence, and one kidnapping. This is a memoir, told in a series of podcasts, by Kenneth D. King, podcasting from his studio near union Square in New York City. It's the story of a small-town boy who dreams of being a “grown-up”, and his journey to get there. Each week, you'll hear another installment of his story. All Grown Up Now is the story of a li ...
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The Realest Housewife: Dolores Catania on Menopause, Divorce, and Self-Worth
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42:55There’s a version of Dolores Catania you know from TV, but the real story runs much deeper. This week on SUPERWOMEN, I sit down with “Real Housewives of New Jersey” icon and “Traitors” winner Dolores Catania. Before she became a fan favorite, Dolores was a single mom pushing through heartbreak, self-doubt, and financial stress. In this episode, she…
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259: Why Max Said Yes to a “Cheap” Project—and Doesn’t Regret It
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49:51You’ve probably been told never to say yes to cheap work. But what if that project could launch your freelance career? That’s exactly what Max Guemto did. With no reviews and a fresh Upwork profile, he got a message from a client offering just $150—and instead of walking away, he saw a smart opportunity. In this episode, Max unpacks the mindset, st…
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Clothing Brief Ep 15 | Dior, Chile and Anna Wintour
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9:02Date: 7/1/2025 - Designed to keep you informed without the fluff, this series delivers sharp, essential updates to help you stay ahead in fashion and business. This week, Bret and Emily discuss Anna Wintour leaving US Vogue, Dior and Chile.
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Stop Overbuying & Underbuying with AI-Powered Retail with James Theuerkauf
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32:13Delve into the world of retail innovation with Bret Schnitker, Emily Lane, and James Theuerkauf, co-founder of Syrup. Learn how Syrup is revolutionizing the fashion industry by addressing the waste epidemic through AI and sophisticated technology. Discover insights on inventory management, reducing markdowns, and enhancing customer satisfaction wit…
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Clothing Brief Ep 14 | Nordstrom, Gap and Iran.
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17:39Date: 6/24/2025 - Designed to keep you informed without the fluff, this series delivers sharp, essential updates to help you stay ahead in fashion and business. This week, Bret and Emily discuss Nordstrom closing stores, Gap, and Iran.
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Clothing Brief Ep 13 | Michaels' Acquiring JoAnn's, Lace and Crochet, and Kering's new CEO.
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12:19Date: 6/17/2025 - Designed to keep you informed without the fluff, this series delivers sharp, essential updates to help you stay ahead in fashion and business. This week, Bret and Emily discuss Michaels' Acquiring Joanns, Lace and Crochet, and Kering's new CEO.
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She Challenged the Metrics That Defined Influence, Now She’s Built a Consulting Agency Based on Intentional Marketing with Julianne Fraser, Founder and CEO of Dialogue NYC
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41:16This week on SUPERWOMEN, I sat down with Julianne Fraser, founder and CEO of Dialogue NYC, a marketing and strategy consultancy bridging the gap between purpose-driven brands and the ever-evolving world of digital influence. With a deep understanding of the influencer and social media marketing space, Julianne built Dialogue on the belief that infl…
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Clothing Brief Ep 12 | Rent The Runway, Lululemon and Chanel Launches Nevold to Tackle Fashion Waste
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10:36Date: 6/10/2025 - Designed to keep you informed without the fluff, this series delivers sharp, essential updates to help you stay ahead in fashion and business. This week, Bret and Emily discuss Rent The Runway, Lululemon, Chanel Launches Nevold to Tackle Fashion Waste, and more.
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258: How This Mom Built a Freelance Business With a Toddler at Home
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48:24What if you could build a thriving freelance fashion business… while raising a toddler at home? That’s exactly what Philippa Cooper—aka Pip—has done, working just two days a week. In this episode, Pip shares how she went from a COVID layoff to building a client roster using platforms like PeoplePerHour and LinkedIn. You’ll hear how she doubled proj…
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She Nearly Lost Everything on Her First Haircare Line—Then Built a $400M Brand Without Investors with Carolyn Aronson, CEO and Founder of It’s a 10 Haircare
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41:19This week on SUPERWOMEN, I’m joined by Carolyn Aronson, founder and CEO of It’s a 10 Haircare. Before becoming one of the few female entrepreneurs in the beauty industry to own and operate her own brand, Carolyn spent decades behind the chair as a stylist and salon owner, learning firsthand what both professionals and everyday consumers needed from…
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Sewing School, with Ryliss Bod | Episode 91
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37:13The founder of the Sewing and Design School in Tacoma, Washington, talks about how she caught the teaching bug and how she shares her love of sewing with a diverse group of students from around the country.
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How Fashion Marketing Is Evolving for Today’s Audience
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25:54Bret Schnitker and Emily Lane explore evolving trends in branding and marketing over the past five years, emphasizing authenticity and community connection. They discuss the impact of aesthetics, technology, and socially driven influences on brand resonance. Key highlights include the rise of AI for personalized experiences, the shift towards minim…
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How to Make a Beauty Trend Stick, Literally, with Aliett Buttelman, Co-Founder of Fazit Beauty
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32:17This week on SUPERWOMEN, I’m joined by Aliett Buttelman, co-founder of Fazit Beauty, the cosmetics startup making waves with its viral glitter freckle makeup patches. Fresh out of college, Aliett launched her own consulting company, which led her to Nina LaBruna, who at the time had just started her own skin care company. The two teamed up in a dor…
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257: Why Afroditi Quit Upwork After Hitting $100K (Part 2)
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31:47What happens after you hit $100K on Upwork? For Afroditi, it meant finally stepping away. In this second half of our in-person interview, she shares how she scaled her freelance business, raised her rates, and built a system that brought clients to her. But she also reveals why she chose to leave it all behind. From pricing mindset to proposal tips…
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This One Setback Nearly Ended Her Career— But It Made Her a Bestselling Author Instead (What Amy Shoenthal Learned When She Got Sidelined After Maternity Leave)
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29:31This week on SUPERWOMEN, I’m joined by Amy Shoenthal, bestselling author, journalist, and the mind behind “The Setback Cycle,” a framework for turning life’s most difficult moments into launching pads for growth. A seasoned writer for outlets like Forbes and Fast Company, Amy spent years interviewing founders, creatives, and executives, only to rea…
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Phillip Bloch on Celebrity Style, Diversity, and Sustainable Fashion
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45:51Join hosts Bret Schnitker and Emily Lane as they sit down with fashion industry icon Phillip Bloch to explore his multifaceted career spanning modeling, styling, and fashion innovation. Bloch shares insights into his early modeling days with top designers, his transition to celebrity styling, and his transformative impact on the red carpet. Discove…
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Clothing Brief Ep 11 | Cyber Attacks, Coach and more Tariffs
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12:42Date: 6/3/2025 - Designed to keep you informed without the fluff, this series delivers sharp, essential updates to help you stay ahead in fashion and business. This week, Bret and Emily discuss cyber attacks, Coach Viral bags, and more tariffs.
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How to Perfect the Recipe to a Lasting Brand with Tieghan Gerard, Four-Time Cookbook Author and Founder of Half Baked Harvest
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26:21This week on SUPERWOMEN, I’m joined by Tieghan Gerard, founder of the beloved food brand and blog Half Baked Harvest. Powered by homegrown creativity, consistency, and a deep love for beautiful, nourishing food, Tieghan started documenting her recipes and eventually, Half Baked Harvest was born. With four bestselling cookbooks and millions of fans,…
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Clothing Brief Ep 10 | Saks Fifth Ave and Amazon, Burberry and more
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15:05Date: 5/27/2025 - Designed to keep you informed without the fluff, this series delivers sharp, essential updates to help you stay ahead in fashion and business. This week, Bret and Emily talk about Saks Fifth Avenue launching an Amazon storefront, Burberry, and food in fashion.
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256: From $15 to $100K: Afroditi’s Fashion Freelance Journey on Upwork (Part 1)
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49:00What if your first freelance project paid just $15 and took a week to complete... would you keep going? In this first episode of our two-part series, I sit down in person with Afroditi, a Greek fashion freelancer who started on Upwork with no clients and no portfolio. She opens up about landing that first $15 sketch job, the fear and uncertainty sh…
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Clothing Brief Ep 9 | St. Louis Tornado, Balenciaga and Modest Fashion
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13:52Date: 5/20/2025 - Designed to keep you informed without the fluff, this series delivers sharp, essential updates to help you stay ahead in fashion and business. This week, Bret and Emily talk about ways to help those affected by the St. Louis Tornado, Balenciaga's new creative director, Modest Fashion, and more. Watch LIVE every Tuesday 12 pm CST o…
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Debugging the Code: How To Rewrite Tech’s Playbook with Cristina Mancini, CEO of Black Girls Code
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30:10This week on SUPERWOMEN, I’m joined by Cristina Mancini, CEO of Black Girls Code, the nonprofit on a mission to change the face of tech. Before joining Black Girls Code, Cristina built a career in film and television, where her curiosity about how to reach audiences between releases led her into the world of technology. What began as a quest to bet…
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Clothing Brief Ep 8 | India, China Tariffs and Fendi x Red Wing
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18:03Date: 5/13/2025 - Designed to keep you informed without the fluff, this series delivers sharp, essential updates to help you stay ahead in fashion and business. This week, Bret and Emily talk about India's trade agreements with the UK, China's Tariffs lifting, and Fendi x Red Wing. Watch LIVE every Tuesday 12 pm CST on Clothing Coulture YouTube.…
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An Historic Clothing Collection, with Kiki Smith | Episode 90
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36:49Learn from Kiki Smith, director of the Smith College Historic Clothing Collection, about what's in the collection and how it has attracted attention.
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Mondo Guerra Merges Activism, Identity & Creative Expression
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51:40Fashion designer Mondo Guerra joins hosts Emily Lane and Bret Schnitker to share his creative journey from raves and Project Runway All Stars to dressing iconic drag queens. Mondo delves into the intersection of fashion, art, and advocacy, discussing the challenge of balancing self-expression with commercial viability. Mondo also reflects on his pe…
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Smart Enough to Ask Dumb Questions with Nayeema Raza, Journalist, Filmmaker and Host of Smart Girl Dumb Questions
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33:53This week on SUPERWOMEN, I’m joined by Nayeema Raza, creator and host of the newly launched podcast Smart Girl, Dumb Questions. With a background spanning global consulting, documentary storytelling and top-charting podcasts, Nayeema decided it was time to create something entirely her own. In this episode, she shares how a childhood shaped by cons…
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255: From Laid Off to $75/Hour: How This Textile Designer Booked Her First Client Without a Portfolio
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36:14Could you land a $75/hour freelance gig without even showing a portfolio? Sara Bleske did—and her story might just change the way you think about pitching. After being laid off from her full-time design job, surface and textile designer Sara Bleske didn’t wait until everything was “ready.” Instead, she led with sincerity, curiosity, and a desire to…
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She Saw a Gap in the Frozen Foods Aisle, So She Filled it With Cauliflower Pizza, with Entrepreneur and Caulipower Founder Gail Becker
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35:05On this episode of SUPERWOMEN, I’m joined by Gail Becker, founder of Caulipower, the better-for-you brand that redefined the frozen pizza aisle and became one of the fastest-growing food startups in the U.S After years climbing the corporate ladder, Gail realized the view at the top wasn’t what she thought it’d be. With no background in the food in…
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Legacy & Innovation: Parkdale Mills’ Sustainable Future
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42:01Davis Warlick, COO of Parkdale Mills, joins hosts Bret Schnitker and Emily Lane to discuss the intersection of technology, sustainability, and cotton manufacturing. They explore Parkdale Mills' commitment to zero waste, innovation in fiber production, and the company's pioneering work with synthetic fiber solutions like CiCLO. Discover the vital ro…
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They Told Her She’d Fail, Now She’s in Whole Foods Nationwide with Rosa Li, Founder and CEO of Wildwonder
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31:31This week on SUPERWOMEN, I’m joined by Rosa Li, founder and CEO of Wildwonder, the world’s first sparkling prebiotic and probiotic drink inspired by heritage tonics and California produce stands. When Rosa’s high-stress finance job left her feeling depleted and dealing with digestive issues, she looked inward and backward. Drawing from her grandmot…
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254: How This Ex-Engineer Used a Super Specific Niche to Land $4K in Clients (With Zero Reviews)
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41:30From Zero Reviews to $4K Clients: How Danielle Steman Broke Into Freelance Fashion With Just 8 Pitches Ever wondered how to stand out on Upwork without a single rating, review, or testimonial? Danielle Steman did just that—and banked $4,000 from her first two freelance clients. In this episode, you’ll meet Danielle, a former engineer from The Nethe…
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Clothing Brief Ep 7 | Nike losses, Truck Drivers and Labubus
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12:15Date: 5/6/2025 - Designed to keep you informed without the fluff, this series delivers sharp, essential updates to help you stay ahead in fashion and business. This week Bret and Emily talk about Nike losses and NFTs, Truck Drivers, and the latest craze, Labubus. Watch LIVE every Tuesday 12 pm CST on Clothing Coulture YouTube.…
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How She Built a Better-For-You 2 Billion Dollar Empire with Allison Ellsworth, Co-Founder and Chief Brand Officer of Poppi
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42:15On this episode of SUPERWOMEN, I sat down with Allison Ellsworth, co-founder of Poppi—the better-for-you soda brand that’s gone from tabling at the farmers’ market to one of the fastest-growing beverages in the U.S. Allison’s journey started with a gut feeling—literally. Struggling with health issues and searching for natural remedies, she discover…
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Diving into a Design Challenge, with Debby Spence and Michelle Loggins | Episode 89
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39:31Sewing garments for design competitions calls for imagination, problem-solving, time management, and enthusiasm for turning obstacles into learning opportunities. Two winning designers share their strategies for success.
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Sharon Graubard: Culture, Identity & the Future of Fashion
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45:23Join hosts Bret Schnitker and Emily Lane as they dive into the dynamic world of fashion with leading trend forecaster Sharon Graubard in the first episode of season 5. Explore the move towards personal expression, sustainability conversations, and the blend of technology and apparel. Sharon, founder of SG Files, shares insights into fashion's inter…
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How to redefine Success When it doesnt bring you joy with Dr. Tiffany Moon, Anesthesiologist and Former Real Housewife of Dallas
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36:35This week on SUPERWOMEN, I’m joined by Dr. Tiffany Moon, board-certified anesthesiologist, entrepreneur, author, and former cast member of “The Real Housewives of Dallas,” for an honest conversation about finding perspective and building self-worth. In this episode, Tiffany shares some of the lessons that shaped her new book, “Joy Prescriptions,” a…
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Clothing Brief Ep. 6 | Google, Africa's Apparel Industry and more
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17:25Date: 4/22/2025 - Designed to keep you informed without the fluff, this series delivers sharp, essential updates to help you stay ahead in fashion and business. This week Bret and Emily talk about Google, Africa's Apparel Industry, and TikTok's trade war. Watch LIVE every Tuesday 12 pm CST on Clothing Coulture YouTube.…
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Clothing Brief Ep. 5 | Louis Vuitton Texas Factory, Blue Origin, and Milan Design Week
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15:26Date: 4/15/2025 - Designed to keep you informed without the fluff, this series delivers sharp, essential updates to help you stay ahead in fashion and business. This week Bret and Emily talk about Louis Vuitton Texas Factory, the Blue Origin Space flight and Milan Design Week. Watch LIVE every Tuesday 12 pm CST on Clothing Coulture YouTube.…
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253: Tabitha’s First $1K Month (and Why She’s Quitting Her Day Job to Go All In on Freelancing)
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36:51No degree, no industry connections, no Illustrator skills—and still crushing it as a fashion freelancer! Tabitha Calvin proves you don’t need the "perfect" background to make it happen. Just a year ago, she was a Spanish teacher with a dream—and now she’s designing streetwear collections for clients, including a former NBA player! In this episode, …
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Clothing Brief Ep. 4 | More Tariffs, Forever Chemicals and H&M AI Models
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16:16Date: 4/8/2025 - Designed to keep you informed without the fluff, this series delivers sharp, essential updates to help you stay ahead in fashion and business. This week Bret and Emily talk about even more Tariffs being put into place, The Trump officials quietly moving to reverse bans on forever toxic chemicals, and H&M's new AI Models. Watch LIVE…
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Clothing Brief Ep. 3 | Printemps, CEO Changes and more
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16:58Date: 4/1/2025 - Designed to keep you informed without the fluff, this series delivers sharp, essential updates to help you stay ahead in fashion and business. This week Bret and Emily talk about Printemps opening its first U.S. store, CEO changes in the fashion industry, and what Trump's "Liberation Day" means for the apparel industry. Watch LIVE …
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Sexy, Saucy and Totally Eden: Tahini Baby Has Arrived, with Eden Grinshpan
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43:40This week on SUPERWOMEN, I’m joined by my longtime friend, the host of “Top Chef Canada” and Food Network alum Eden Grinshpan, for a lively conversation on creativity in the kitchen and beyond. You might know Eden from her time on television or her much loved cookbooks, “Eating Out Loud,” but, in this episode, she’s giving us the inside scoop on he…
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Clothing Brief Ep. 2 | Trade Wars, Sustainability and more
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16:58Date: 3/18/2025 - Designed to keep you informed without the fluff, this series delivers sharp, essential updates to help you stay ahead in fashion and business. This week, Bret & Emily discussed current updates on Trade War and the impact on our ports and logistics, Sustainability in Saudi Arabia, and the latest shifts in the Luxury Market. Watch L…
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