Best Swinging Flamingos Podcasts (2025)

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BONUS: MECCA Beauty Loop: Everything You've Ever Wanted to Know 12:38

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2M ago12:38

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On this episode, we're taking you behind the scenes of one of the most iconic parts of the MECCA experience: MECCA Beauty Loop. Launched over a decade ago, MECCA Beauty Loop began as a bold reimagining of what a loyalty program could be - not just a reward system, but a community - one that celebrates discovery, surprise and a shared love of beauty…

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Oxygen-Infused Skincare is The Next Big Thing 35:35

3M ago35:35

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We’ve been so lucky to host global skin pioneers on our podcast, from dermatologist-founder hybrids like Dr. Dennis Gross and Dr. Courtney Rubin, to groundbreaking luxury formulators such as Professor Augustinus Bader and most recently, pharmacist and Cosmetics 27 founder Michele Evrard. Today, we spotlight the latest gamechanger revolutionising th…

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The Story Behind Every MECCA Skin Specialists’ Favourite Cream 54:39

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In today’s episode, Kate is joined by French pharmacist and Cosmetics 27 founder Michèle Evrard. If you’ve ever walked into a MECCA store looking for something to soothe sensitive or irritated skin, it’s likely our team has shown you the Cosmetics 27 range. Since launching at MECCA over 10 years ago, the brand has earned cult status thanks to their…

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Why ILIA’s Viral Skin Tint Almost Didn’t Happen 38:36

5M ago38:36

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In today’s episode, Kate is joined by ILIA founder and beauty pioneer, Sasha Plavsic. Sasha was in her early 30’s when she launched ILIA from her grandmothers’ garage over 14 years ago. While working full-time as a branding executive, she took a closer look at the ingredient lists of her favourite beauty products and realised a gap for high-perform…

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Isamaya Is The Artist Of The Next Generation 44:24

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British born makeup artist Isamaya Ffrench has spent more than a decade bringing her avant-garde looks to life on some of the most recognisable faces. From Kate Moss to Rihanna, Zendaya to Cher. Her distinctive style and non-conformist approach to beauty has also made her one of the most sought-after artists for fashion shows and editorial campaign…

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Jerrod Blandino Built a Beauty Icon. Now, He’s Doing It Again. 42:09

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In today’s episode Kate is joined by Polite Society founder, Jerrod Blandino. If the name sounds familiar, you’d be right – before founding Polite Society with his husband Jeremy Johnson, the two were best known for creating Too Faced in the late ’90s and building it into the beauty juggernaut it is today. Less than two years ago, the duo launched …

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Why Katie Jane Hughes Is Everyone’s Favourite Makeup Artist 41:01

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In today’s episode Kate is joined in the studio by one of the industry's most beloved makeup artists, Katie Jane Hughes. 10 years ago the UK-born artist started an Instagram account to showcase her work as a nail technician. After pivoting from manicures to makeup, Katie began to build a following of loyal beauty enthusiasts, thanks to her approach…

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Uni’s Alexandra Keating On Why The Best Body Care Is… Blue! 25:32

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In today’s episode Kate is joined in the studio by tech-entrepreneur turned beauty founder, Uni’s Alexandra Keating. After starting not one, but two successful tech startups, Sydney born and LA-based Alexandra Keating (or as she prefers, AK) took a trip to the Great Barrier Reef with her husband Rupert. Realising how much the reef had changed since…

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Rae Morris Teaches Us How To Actually Apply Eyeliner 36:59

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In today’s episode Kate is joined by one of Australia’s most acclaimed makeup artists and founder of her eponymous brand, Rae Morris. Rae’s work with international brands, countless celebrities and major magazines like Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar and I.D. has earned her the title of Australian Makeup Artist of the Year – four times. With a passion for t…

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Flamingo Estate’s Richard Christiansen On Living a Fuller Life 31:12

7M ago31:12

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In today’s episode, Kate is joined in the MECCA Talks studio by Flamingo Estate founder Richard Christiansen. You may remember their first conversation in 2022, where they spoke about Richard’s journey from growing up in rural NSW to a career in fashion, publishing and advertising in New York – and finally to the COVID-induced ‘pivot’ that led him …

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Summer Fridays' Marianna Hewitt On Co-Creating The Internet's Favourite Beauty 38:00

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In today’s episode Kate is joined in the studio by Summer Fridays co-founder Marianna Hewitt. After growing a loyal audience as a beauty blogger, Marianna (alongside co-founder and fellow content creator Lauren Ireland) noticed a gap in the skincare space for a range of efficacious products that combine aesthetically pleasing packaging and consciou…

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How Fig.1’s Approach To Retinol Changed The (Skin) Game 36:56

9M ago36:56

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In today’s episode Kate is joined by US board-certified dermatologist and Fig.1 co-founder, Dr Courtney Rubin. In 2021, drawing on her degrees from Yale, Harvard and the University of Pennsylvania, as well her experience treating patients in her clinic, Dr Rubin co-founded skincare brand Fig.1 alongside entrepreneurial powerhouse Kimmy Scotti. With…

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Amy Liu Talks Tower 28, The Fastest-Growing Beauty Brand For Sensitive Skin 46:41

10M ago46:41

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In today’s episode Kate is joined in the studio by Tower 28 founder Amy Liu. Having experienced chronic eczema for most of her adult life, the former beauty executive struggled to find makeup that didn’t worsen her skin sensitivities, often feeling confined to boring, uninspiring products. Leaning on her wealth of knowledge after 15-plus years of e…

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Hunter Schafer Talks Euphoria’s Return, And Creating an Anime Short with Shiseido 22:18

10M ago22:18

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In today’s episode, Kate is chatting with celebrated actor Hunter Schafer, best known for her roles in HBO’s Euphoria, The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, and in the near future, the epic mini-series that will be Blade Runner 2099. From her hotel room in Barcelona, Hunter filled us in on her role as Global Brand Ambassador for Shi…

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Ariel Tejada Changed How We Do Makeup Forever 31:53

11M ago31:53

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In today’s episode, Kate is joined by globally recognised makeup artist and Morphe collaborator, Ariel Tejada – or as he’s known by beauty lovers around the world, @makeupbyariel. In the mid-2010s, the self-taught artist started sharing his work on Instagram, quickly capturing the attention of the beauty world with his unique approach to soft glam.…

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The Mini: Our Favourite SPFs And The Great Glitter Eye Debate 24:21

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This week, Tara and Kerri discuss the birthday makeup trend, share their thoughts on the newest SPF launches and debate whether glitter or smoky eyes are the easiest look. Plus, they share what International Day of the Girl (coming up on Friday 11 October!) means to them. ALWAYS READ THE LABEL AND FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS FOR USE. Sunscreen is only on…

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Kosas Founder Sheena Zadeh is Four Years Ahead of The Makeup Game 43:44

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In today’s episode, Kate is joined by one of our most highly requested guests, Kosas founder Sheena Zadeh. By combining her love of biology, business and colour theory, Sheena created a makeup brand that not only has the most flattering and easy to use shades and formulations, but is just as good for your skin as your favourite skincare. Almost a d…

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The Mini: Overcoming Sensitive Skin and Trying To Make 'Blonze' Happen 22:24

1y ago22:24

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This week, Tara and Kerri decode ‘blonzing’ (the blush-bronzer hybrid trend you will love), share life-changing makeup tips from the founder of Kosas, and get real about the struggles of sensitive skin. Plus, they chat about the products you need to make room for on your bathroom shelf. ALWAYS READ THE LABEL AND FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS FOR USE. Sunsc…

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How Donni Davy turned ‘Euphoria Makeup’ into Half Magic Beauty 38:10

1y ago38:10

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In today’s episode, Kate is in the studio with Donni Davy to celebrate the launch of her sparkly new makeup brand, Half Magic, at MECCA. Occasionally, a makeup artist comes along and changes beauty culture – which is what Donni did when HBO’s Euphoria first aired in 2019. She went on to win two Emmys for her work on the iconic series, and kickstart…

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The Mini: Olympic Beauty, And Can Anyone Find This Lip Liner? 22:25

1y ago22:25

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In this episode, our Head of Content, Tara, and Editorial Content Manager, Kerri, chat about their favourite Olympic beauty looks and the Kérastase hair oil worthy of gold. Plus, they reveal the Tower 28 products (coming soon to MECCA) at the top of their wishlist and Kerri’s long-lost lip liner. The Mini Must-Haves: What we’re obsessed with: NARS …

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Emily Weiss On Why Glossier Isn’t A Trend Brand 29:42

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In today’s episode, Kate is joined by Emily Weiss, founder of Glossier, to celebrate the launch of her cult-loved brand into Australia and New Zealand, exclusively at MECCA. After leaving a career in fashion to work full-time on her popular beauty blog, Into The Gloss, Emily saw a gap in the market for a brand that had a customer-focused, “Skin Fir…

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The Mini: Brat Beauty and In-Flight Masking 22:41

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In this conversation our Head of Content, Tara, and Editorial Content Manager, Kerri, chat about their travel beauty essentials, their obsession with ‘Brat Girl Summer’ and the makeup products they just can’t get enough of. The Mini Must-Haves: What we’re obsessed with: Rituel de Fille Celestial Sphere Gelée Eye Gloss Westman Atelier Lip Suede Matt…

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Dr. Lara Devgan on Life as a Plastic Surgeon in NYC 30:25

1y ago30:25

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In today’s episode, we’re in the studio with Dr Lara Devgan, US board-certified plastic surgeon and founder of Dr. Lara Devgan skincare. After opening her own practice on New York’s Upper East Side – and quickly becoming one of the city’s most sought-after aesthetic specialists – Dr Lara added ‘CEO’ to her already impressive resume when she founded…

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Urban Decay’s ‘Naked’ Palette Started a Revolution 13:54

1y ago13:54

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In today’s episode, Kate is in the studio with Urban Decay’s Head of Global Artistry and celebrity makeup artist, Steve Kassajikian. In this short but sweet conversation, they discuss the history of this iconic brand, the legacy of Naked Palettes, his ultimate beauty muses and why everyone needs to try the 24/7 Moondust Eyeshadow in ‘Space Cowboy’.…

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The Mini: our new series, winter skin and Glossier goss 22:40

1y ago22:40

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Welcome to MECCA Talks: The Mini, our new sample-sized podcast reporting on the biggest things in beauty right now. Tune into each episode as our Head of Content, Tara Lamont-Djite, and Editorial Content Manager, Kerri Gordon, dissect the latest beauty news making the rounds at MECCA HQ. Think: emerging trends, under-the-radar products and the new …

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The “Real Deal” Beauty We Love 25:36

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Welcome back to MECCA Talks, your access-all-areas pass to the beauty, business and lifestyle experts we call our community. In today’s episode, Kate is handing over the hosting mic to MECCA’s Head of Fabulosity, Tony Baumann, and Makeup Education Manager, Hannah Daniel, to talk through the best of the best in beauty. In this conversation, our self…

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Elise Loehnen pioneered 'wellness'; now, she's dismantling it 42:29

1+ y ago42:29

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In today’s episode of MECCA Talks, Kate Blythe is joined in the studio by Elise Loehnen. Elise is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Editor, Podcast Host and the former Chief Content Officer for GOOP (you might recognise her from their podcast or Netflix series). From serums to psychedelics, juices and drips, Elise has explored every corner of th…

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Professor Augustinus Bader and Charles Rosier, LIVE at MECCA George Street 41:43

1+ y ago41:43

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In today’s episode of MECCA Talks – recorded live and in front of a studio audience at MECCA George Street – Kate is joined by Professor Augustinus Bader and Charles Rosier, Co-Founders and CEO, respectively, of the brand responsible for Hollywood’s picture perfect complexions, Augustinus Bader. A globally recognized biomedical scientist and physic…

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Dr. Barbara Sturm’s ‘vampire’ facial changed the face of Hollywood 27:26

1+ y ago27:26

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In today’s episode, Kate is joined by the legendary Dr. Barbara Sturm, whose eponymous skincare brand supercharged celebrity-status skincare into the mainstream. Recorded in the service suites of Dr. Sturm’s London spa and boutique, this exclusive conversation covers Dr. Sturm’s journey from orthopaedics to skincare, the creation of the famous ‘vam…

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Bethan Laura Wood is bringing kaleidoscopic colour to the NGV Triennial 31:26

2y ago31:26

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In today’s episode, Kate is in the studio with celebrated multidisciplinary designer and recipient of the 2023 MECCA x NGV Women in Design Commission, Bethan Laura Wood. The MECCA x NGV Women in Design Commission is a major series inviting internationally renowned female designers and architects to create a significant new work for the NGV Collecti…

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D.S. & DURGA are leading a fragrance revolution 32:14

2y ago32:14

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In today’s episode, Kate is in New York visiting the Brooklyn HQ of Kavi and David Moltz, the creative brains (and noses) behind non-traditional fragrance house, D.S. & Durga. David, a musician and self-taught perfumer, alongside Kavi, an architect and designer, work together approaching scent like music or art – breaking the boundaries of the very…

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Makeup artist Violette on why French beauty is all about irreverence 42:53

2y ago42:53

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In today’s episode, Kate is joined by adored makeup artist, creative director and founder and CEO of Violette_FR, Violette. Launching into MECCA this week, Violette talks about the very beginnings of her brand and ‘”irreverent” beauty ethos – from mixing her own colours and textures on set to changing the way we all make and consume beauty content …

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Rosie Huntington-Whiteley wants you to know her beauty secrets 52:05

2y ago52:05

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In today’s episode of MECCA Talks, Kate is joined by supermodel, movie star, editor, mother-of-two, beauty obsessive, and Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Rose Inc., Rosie Huntington-Whiteley. Recorded in the Townhouse Suite of Los Angeles’ historic Sunset Tower Hotel, Rosie shares the story of growing up in Devon as a magazine obsessive, gett…

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How Allies of Skin turned founder Nicolas Travis’ life (and skin) around 41:57

2y ago41:57

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In today’s episode of MECCA Talks, Kate is joined by Allies of Skin founder Nicolas Travis. With a degree in biomedical and pharmaceutical science, a master’s in international business and a history of severe acne and reconstructive facial surgery, Nicolas created Allies of Skin from a desire to rebuild his own confidence, and to demystify skincare…

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How Christine Chang made Glow Recipe a global skincare phenomenon 40:07

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In today’s episode, Kate is joined by Christine Chang, co-founder and co-CEO of Glow Recipe, the fruit-forward skincare brand that has taken the world – and TikTok – by storm. Over a glass of wine and a sheet mask – with their Korean heritage and successful careers in beauty alike – Christine and her best friend, co-founder Sarah Lee, developed Glo…

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Demystifying menopause and how it will change your beauty routine with Dr Fatima Khan 47:08

2+ y ago47:08

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In today’s episode, we’re demystifying menopause with specialist and women’s hormone and mental health advocate, Dr Fatima Khan. The process of menopause has the power to change the way that women look – and more importantly, feel – but for far too long the conversation around these changes and how to embrace them has remained hush. Dr Khan complet…

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Why Tiffany Masterson created Drunk Elephant (and the bronzing serum that sent TikTok wild) 44:54

2+ y ago44:54

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In today’s episode, Kate is joined by Tiffany Masterson, founder and creative director of cult-status skincare brand Drunk Elephant. A mother of four from Houston, Texas, Tiffany set out on a mission to understand and resolve her own skincare concerns – discovering six ingredients at the root of her issues, and minimal products without at least one…

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Magical healing waters, 460-year-old baths and a blind date: the story of Omorovicza 37:29

2+ y ago37:29

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In today’s episode, Kate chats to Stephen de Heinrich de Omorovicza, heir to and founder of Omorovicza, a luxurious skincare brand driven by the magical healing waters found in Hungary. Stephen and his wife, Margaret, used this mineral-rich thermal water to create The Healing Concentrate™ (formulated by a Nobel prize-winning dermatology lab) to str…

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Unforgettable life advice from 10 inspirational women 26:27

2+ y ago26:27

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In celebration of International Women’s Day and the incredibly driven, entrepreneurial, creative and inspiring women featured on this podcast to date, in today’s bonus episode Kate shares 10 unforgettable lessons and words of advice from the likes of Zoe Foster Blake, Jenna Lyons, Morgan Mitchell, Clementine Ford, Natalie Massenet and more remarkab…

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How Gucci Westman achieved everyone’s beauty dreams 44:10

2+ y ago44:10

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In today’s episode of MECCA Talks, Kate chats to renowned celebrity makeup artist and founder of Westman Atelier, Gucci Westman. Prior to creating Westman Atelier, the pioneering brand behind luxurious, skin-forward makeup that improves your complexion as it enhances, Gucci had Hollywood in awe of her ability to create fast and flawless ‘no-makeup’…

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A gym for your face? Inge Theron on revolutionising the Hollywood facial 1:03:47

2+ y ago1:03:47

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In today’s episode of MECCA Talks, Kate is in Sydney with Inge Theron for the much-anticipated Australian launch of FaceGym – the celebrity-loved brand responsible for putting facial fitness on the map. Based on the notion of training the 40+ forgotten muscles in the face to deliver instant and long-term sculpting, lifting, toning, and brightening …

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Olympian Morgan Mitchell talks Rio, Rihanna and race day rituals 49:01

2+ y ago49:01

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In today’s episode of MECCA Talks, Kate is joined by dual Olympian – and star of our January ‘Get Skin Fit’ campaign – Morgan Mitchell. Having represented Australia in 400 and 800 metre races at the Olympics, Commonwealth Games and world championships – while becoming the first athlete to face F45 gyms, a featured athlete in viral Netflix documenta…

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Julia Busuttil Nishimura on food, beauty and becoming a household name 38:36

2+ y ago38:36

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In today’s episode of MECCA Talks, Zara makes a special guest visit from maternity leave to join Kate in the studio for a chat with bestselling author, cook and columnist Julia Busuttil Nishimura. Also known as Julia Ostro, the Nigella-approved cook shares her ethos of simple ingredients, seasonal produce and the joy of coming together at the table…

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Flex Mami on curiosity, beauty and how The Hills changed her life 48:02

2+ y ago48:02

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In today’s episode of MECCA Talks, Kate chats to DJ, presenter, bestselling author, influencer, businesswoman and ‘Professional Opinion Haver’, Lil Ahenkan – better known as Flex Mami. Forging a new path for creative thinkers, Flex discusses how believing in herself, understanding the power of ‘aesthetics’ and embracing her curious predisposition h…

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Is waterless beauty the future? Conserving Beauty founder Natassia Nicolao says yes 32:07

3y ago32:07

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In this episode of MECCA Talks, Kate is joined by Natassia Nicolao, founder of Conserving Beauty; a Melbourne-based skincare brand famous for their waterless beauty innovations, designed to help your skin while saving water, carbon and waste in the process. Recently awarded winner of The Australian Women’s Weekly’s Women of the Future award – and a…

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Unboxing our Beauty-full Friday sets + our best Holiday gifting tips! 34:41

3y ago34:41

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In this episode of MECCA Talks, Kate hands over the mic to MECCA’s head of artistry, Jen Horsley, retail trade manager, Julia Zigan and head of fabulosity, Tony Baumann, to unbox three of the hotly anticipated and super limited-edition sets curated by team MECCA for Beauty-full Friday. Plus, the trio share their top tips – and wishlist picks – for …

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Isle of Paradise’s Jules Von Hep on glowing from the inside, out 36:30

3y ago36:30

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In today’s episode of MECCA Talks, Kate chats to Isle of Paradise founder and ‘human ray of sunshine’, Jules Von Hep. Hailed one of the best spray tanners in the world, Jules bronzed the likes of Kate Moss, Sienna Miller, Chrissy Teigen, Poppy Delevingne and Little Mix before bottling his expertise into a growing range of confidence-boosting self-t…

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Meet Nadia Hernández, MECCA’s 2022 Holiday artist 40:41

3y ago40:41

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As part of our support for women in the arts and through our partnership with the National Gallery of Victoria, each year MECCA partners with an Australian-based female artist to design beautifully festive, limited-edition packaging for the holiday period, while also contributing to the NGV’s acquisition of a major piece of their work. In today’s e…

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Trailblazing architect Tatiana Bilbao proves we need more women in the field 37:06

3y ago37:06

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In today’s episode of MECCA Talks, Kate chats to groundbreaking Mexican architect and inaugural MECCA x NGV Women in Design Commission artist, Tatiana Bilbao. As the founder of one of the few sole female-led architectural practices operating at a global scale, Tatiana highlights the positive impact of women on the profession. Her installation – now…

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Clementine Ford on why feminism shouldn’t be controversial 53:39

3y ago53:39

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In today’s episode of MECCA Talks, Kate is joined by fearless feminist writer, broadcaster and speaker (and skincare enthusiast!) Clementine Ford. A social justice champion and challenger of cultural norms and ideas around gender equality, marriage, female happiness and public health, Clementine is a true thought leader, and, as per her first book,…