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Rhinestone CowboyEP48: What Is Going On With Kanye?!?Ever since 2023 hit, Kanye West has been acting... stranger than normal. In this episode, we discuss Kanye's strange appearances in public, his relationship with his present wife, Bianca, and his ex-wife Kim Kardashian. We also delve into the Balenciaga scandal. All this and more! 2023-07-2015 minRhinestone CowboyEP47: Fleetwood Mac DramaIn the 1970s, Fleetwood Mac became one of the most famous bands in the world. Their album "Rumors" being the most impactful. It was no secret that the songs on that album were quite personal to the band. In fact, every band member was going through an emotional breakup at the time, most being with another band member. In this episode, we summarize the drama that occurred while writing that album. 2023-06-2918 minRhinestone CowboyEP46: The Miranda Sings ScandalColleen Ballinger (aka Miranda Sings) is a popular Youtube creator who has recently been the subject of controversy. We discuss the videos of her inappropriate behaviors toward minors that have been trending online. There have also been people coming forth about their experiences with Ballinger, which include Twitter drama and creepy gifts being sent to fans—all this and more in this week's episode.2023-06-1521 minRhinestone CowboyEP45: How American Movies Get Foreign Countries WrongWhile scrolling through the internet, we found something that sparked our interest. On Buzzfeed, there was an article titled "What American Movies Get Wrong About Foreign Countries." We found this concept interesting, so we chose it as our topic for this week! We discuss the cultural and ethnic stereotypes in these films while comparing their American interpretations to the reality of different countries. 2023-06-0621 minRhinestone CowboyEP44: High School Horror StoriesEveryone has weird or embarrassing stories from their teen years. In this episode, Ari and Sab reflect on their angsty moments and strange things that happened in their high school. They discuss their time in choir and musical theater, fights with teachers, and stories behind many "code whites."
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Make sure to tune in to Rhinestone Cowboy *Radio Edition* on CJTR Regina Community Radio, Mondays 6-7 pm CST! We will play and talk about many country, folk, and indie songs and female artists. Check it out.2023-05-3015 minRhinestone CowboyEP43: Jim Carrey Knows…I know you know we know Jim Carrey knows. And in this episode, you’ll know what we know he knows too. We will be officially launching on CJTR 91.3 June 5th, 2023!2023-05-2117 minRhinestone CowboyEP42: Are Taylor Swift and Matty Healy Dating? (They Are)The music that's going to come out of this relationship? Insane. I can tell you that much right now. Today is also Sabrina's birthday, so happy birthday Sabrina!2023-05-1415 minRhinestone CowboyEP41: Were Nazis on Coke in WW2?In this episode, we discuss some crazy experiments and ideas from Nazis in World War II. We talk about stories that range from the "angel of death" to exploding flour made by the OSS. There were many elements to this time period, and we touched on some of the weirdest we could find. Also, there is a SPECIAL SURPRISE at the end of the episode, so do not miss out.
Follow us on Instagram @rhinestonecowboypod 2023-05-0819 minRhinestone CowboyEP40: “Clean Girl Aesthetic” (ft. Nicole)What is the "clean girl aesthetic"? Some common examples can be found on our tik tok and Instagram pages of specific trends that make girls seem put together and... well... clean. However, many of these trends originated from specific cultures and ethnicities and have been colonized by Western societies. With our special guest Nicole, we delve into the clean girl aesthetic and why it can be problematic. We discuss the colonization of practices such as yoga, the impact of money and technology on society, diversity in fashion and media, and much more.2023-05-0135 minRhinestone CowboyEP39: Never Have I EverWe’re going to keep season 1 until it’s been 50 episodes (we keep forgetting to cap it). Finals season is difficult! We haven’t had time to research anything outside of kinesiology or justice stuff. That being said, we put our brains on autopilot for this one and used an app that prompted us with questions. Never have I ever been able to take a nap for longer than 30 minutes during finals season.2023-04-2524 minRhinestone CowboyEP38: Hailey Bieber & Selena GomezEveryone else is talking about it, sooooo why not do an episode on this? Dive into the “Days of Our Lives” soap-opera-drama that is the (hypothesized) love triangle of Selena Gomez, Justin Bieber, and Hailey Bieber. Is it a love triangle? Or are people making drama out of nothing? Does Justin still love Selena? Will Hailey Bieber ever realize she deserves better? Do people even have a right to the personal lives of celebrities? All these are questions we delve into in this episode, with the most important being: “Was it an arranged marriage?” (Like Justin said in an interview with Ell...2023-04-1742 minRhinestone CowboyEP37: Am I the Asshole? (feat. Maija and Khris)Am I the Asshole is a Reddit thread where people go to tell their conflicting stories to see if they are in the wrong. With special guests Maija and Khris, we read some of these stories and dictate if these individuals are the assholes. Stories about parental struggles, vibrators, and appendix surgeries arise throughout this episode. You do not want to miss out!2023-04-1142 minRhinestone CowboyEP36: HairsprayIn this week's episode, Sab and Ari talk about the 2007 movie/musical Hairspray. We both have a love and appreciation for this film, and we would like to express our reasons why. We discuss our favorite characters, the movie's best songs, and the important themes. Smoke a joint and talk about this timeless film with us! 2023-04-0319 minRhinestone CowboyEP35: TwilightWhat to even begin with…the cold tone post-production? Edward almost puking cause he smelt Bella in Biology? Edward putting a massive hand-shaped dent into someone’s car and everyone questioning how Bella survived a near-fatal accident? The fact that they could have chosen any other place for Bella to move from if they weren’t even going to make Arizona a key focus of the plot? We got opinions, and we want yours! Are you Team Edward or Team Jacob? Answer in the poll below:2023-03-2731 minRhinestone CowboyEP34: Socially Anxious Gorls (ft. Maddy)Everybody deals with anxiety, sometimes social anxiety, at some point in their lives. If you haven’t, good for you. It’s not (always) fun- it comes with a lot of isolation, overthinking, etc. depending on the person! In this episode we talk about having social anxiety & the different ways we, along with our friend Maddy Hart, have experienced it, as well as how we have coped with it individually2023-03-1929 minRhinestone CowboyEP33: PsychedelicsIn this week's episode, Ari and Sab talk about their personal experiences with psychedelics. We talk about some of our best stories, including ego deaths, potential alien spotting, and bad trips.2023-03-1327 minRhinestone CowboyEP32: Why Is Bryan Kohberger So WeirdBrian Kohberger was recently charged with four counts of first-degree murder for stabbing four young adults on November 13, 2022. Ari and Sab talk about his backstory, the potential motives behind the killing, and his behaviors in prison today. The topic focuses mainly on Kohberger and his psychology and court trial.2023-03-0626 minRhinestone CowboyEP31: The Curse of GleeIn this week's episode, we talk about one of the most popular television shows ever, Glee. More specifically, we delve into the possibility of the show being "cursed." We talk about the passing of some of the stars, where other cast members are today, and the definition of "type cast." We also bring up some past television shows and movies known for being cursed due to some strange occurrences that happened with the cast after the project was released. Do you believe in curses? Discuss this wild concept with us! 2023-03-0119 min
The Mystical ArtistsThe Ariana Reines ExperienceRemington is joined by mystic, poet and artist, ARIANA REINES.They discuss Ariana’s journey as a career poet, facing your cringe, obscure art school cigarettes, honing your craft, academia vs. intuition, Grateful Dead spirals, LA occultism, OG Salem Mass witches, surviving cults and more.A SAND BOOK on audibleBook a session with ArianaJoin INVISIBLE COLLEGE on PatreonFollow Ariana on InstagramAs referenced in the episode:Leonard Nimoy: In Search of Salem Witches
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Rhinestone CowboyEP30: Would you Rather MUSIC EDITIONThis week, Sab and Ari looked up some quizzes comparing two albums, and we chose which ones we liked more. Buzzfeed never fails to give us the most random yet, at times, challenging questions, and we are here for all of it. See which albums and songs we prefer from some of the biggest artists today. 2023-02-2018 minRhinestone CowboyEP29: What's Going on with Madonna?In this week's episode, we delve into the life of Madonna. We discuss her early career as a dancer, punk band vocalist, and activist. We also get into the happenings in her career and life today. More specifically, with her weird behaviors in interviews and on social media, her book with explicit topics, and her human trafficking scandal?? Learn about this strange yet interesting woman with us!2023-02-1325 minRhinestone CowboyEP28: Celebrity Tarot Predictions Pt. 2This time with Sabrina as the tarot reader ✨2023-02-0819 minRhinestone CowboyEP27: What Makes a Good Person?On this week's episode we talk about what truly makes a good person. We discuss ethical concepts from Ari's class and look up people's definitions on Reddit. Come here our discussion on morals, culture, and the word verklempt. 2023-01-3023 minRhinestone CowboyEP26: Get To Know Us…Get To Know Each Other?Get to know a little more about us in this week's episode. We answer some questions about ourselves and delve into some interesting topics. We talk about our most embarrassing celebrity crushes, our greatest accomplishments, and what we like to eat for breakfast. All this and more!2023-01-2222 minRhinestone CowboyEP25: The Iconic Shania TwainIn this week's episode, we talk about one of our favorite country artists, Ms. Shania Twain. We discuss her life before fame, her divorce, and the accomplishments she's achieving today. We also talk about our favorite songs and outfits from the legendary singer. Let's go, girls.2023-01-1320 minRhinestone CowboyEP24: The Astrology of Kris Jenner** The Kardashians TV show spoilers.
This week we are diving into the personality and lifestyle of Kris Jenner according to her astrological chart. After watching a few episodes of The Kardashians on Disney Plus, we wanted to look more closely at the most iconic Kardashian. We discover how Kris' zodiac signs influence her and her life, as well as her family’s.2023-01-0635 minRhinestone CowboyEP23: Aliens??!?In this week's episode, we wanted to talk about aliens. And, oh boy, do we have questions. With our knowledge from movies, documentaries, and research, we discuss why the government wants to keep aliens a secret and how these aliens communicate with humans. We also discuss our favorite alien-themed movies, such as Paul and Signs. Smoke a joint with us and listen to our conversation on extraterrestrials. 2022-12-2933 minRhinestone CowboyEP22: Healthy Relationships and Winter TingsOn today's episode, Sab and Ari began to talk about their experiences with relationships and friendships. But the conversation slowly turned into why we are hating the cold weather. So, grab a blanket and a warm drink and complain about being cold with us. 2022-12-1623 min
Rhinestone CowboyEP20: Celebrity 2023 Tarot PredictionsOn today's episode, we pull out the tarot deck and ask about some of the most relevant and "juiciest" celebrities. We ask about Taylor Swift and her future accomplishments. We ask about Kanye West and his future in finding himself and becoming a better person. It looks like Dr. Phil and Adam Levine will get into some marriage troubles. And is there gonna be a new album from Harry Style?!?! All this and more! 2022-11-1823 minRhinestone CowboyEP18: Ghost StoriesIn this week's episode, we discuss our experiences with ghosts! We are not ready to let go of Halloween, so we thought we would get spooky one last time before the Christmas season arrives. We talk about some of our ghost town adventures, our interactions with ghosts, and our favorite horror movies. We have many stories to tell, so get stoned and spooked with us!2022-11-0333 minRhinestone CowboyEP16: Loretta LynnWith the passing of the country music legend Loretta Lynn, we thought we would dedicate this week's episode to her. Today we are talking about her early life, her long list of achievements, and our favorite Loretta songs. We discuss why her badass country girl music was so impactful and if she was one of the "first feminists" of country music. Look back on this fantastic singer/songwriter's life with us!2022-10-1919 minRhinestone CowboyEP15: Spooky Tinder StoriesIn this week's episode, we are exchanging horror stories from our days on dating apps. We talk about bad dates, good dates, cringy dates, and catfish! We are grateful for our experiences but SO GLAD we are passed them. Now, we have some good stories to share!2022-10-1224 min
Model POVLife Update - New Content Coming to Model POV?MAN I have been BUSY! I have almost no time at all to research these episodes anymore, but, that just means there’s opportunities for growth in other departments :) in this episode I give you guys a little update on where I’ve been for the past couple months, what to expect from Model POV, where you can stay updated on me now (Instagram & my other podcast), and you get to hear me debate myself on what content I should add. Thank you very much for the patience, understanding, and incredible amount of support I’ve received! I tend to beat m...2022-10-0508 minRhinestone CowboyEP14: Emo 4Ever Lolz RawrHave you ever winged your eyeliner, wore black ripped skinny jeans exclusively and had a red and black plaid in your wardrobe? This week, we discussed our experiences with being "emo." We smoked a bowl and talked about our favorite emo bands, least favorite emo bands, and specific scandals within the emo community. We also disclose our own stories from when we were high school emos. Look back and cringe with us!2022-09-2727 minRhinestone CowboyEP13: Why Did Brendan Fraser Get Blacklisted From Hollywood?Content Warning: This discussion features sexual assault.
This week's episode is about Brendan Fraser. You may know him from his leading roles in George of the Jungle or the Mummy. Maybe you know him from the viral tik-toks, where he tears up when given love and support from his fans. Brendan has had a harsh history with Hollywood. More specifically, he was blacklisted for coming out as a victim of sexual assault. We delve into this story and discuss the real reason Brendan has not been acting since the allegations were released. Find out why Brendan Fraser's r...2022-09-2122 minRhinestone CowboyEP12: Back to School - Nothing Matters!As we return to school, we thought we would reflect on our experience as students in all stages of life. We delve into topics such as the consistency of kids getting sick in elementary school, neoliberalism, and tips that help us on our university journey. Don’t be scared! School is a learning experience for everyone, and we all make mistakes. The important thing is to learn from it and keep going. And most importantly, take care of yourself first!2022-09-1331 minRhinestone CowboyEP11: Rosanne CashYou most likely have heard of the country music star Johnny Cash. HOWEVER, did you know about his talented daughter Rosanne? Rosanne Cash is an award-winning singer, songwriter, and author, most famous for her 80s country music hits such as "Seven Year Ache" and "My Baby Thinks He's a Train." We decided to give this lady the recognition she deserves and base this week's podcast episode on her. We talk about her many accomplishments, her brain surgery, and her relationship with her father. Yee Haw!2022-09-0623 minRhinestone CowboyEP10: Elvis and Priscilla PresleyWith the new Elvis movie being a popular topic lately, we decided to delve into the dark side of Elvis Presley. More specifically, his relationship with Priscilla. We talk about how they met when she was only 14 years old and the ways Elvis potentially groomed Priscilla. We also speak about Elvis’ uncomfortable relationship with his mom. Come experience another side of this incredibly popular celebrity.2022-09-0218 minRhinestone CowboyEP9: First Jobs/Worst Jobs (ft. Keagan!)We’ve all been there. That horrible customer service or food service job that you had in high school. The one with the crazy stories you tell at parties. Well we have a bunch of those stories! With our special guest and long time friend, Keagan, we decided to smoke a bowl and talk about these past jobs. Plus we give some advice for young people just starting their first jobs. Come join!2022-08-2436 minRhinestone CowboyEP8: Olivia Newton JohnEarlier this month we heard that our beloved Olivia Newton John has passed away. To celebrate her life, we decided to do our podcast episode on her! We talk about her many accomplishments, her advocacy work, and her famous friendship with John Travolta (aka Danny Zuko). Olivia was an angel on earth and now she is an angel in heaven. We are forever grateful for her positive impact on all of us.2022-08-1721 minRhinestone CowboyEP7: Willie NelsonYou know what’s cooler than country? The guy that practically invented the sub-genre, “stoner country”- Willie Nelson. What a cool freaking guy. In this episode we talk about little stories involving him, including the time he almost burnt his house down and ran inside to save his weed!2022-08-0820 minRhinestone CowboyEP6: Let's Unpack This - MGK and Megan FoxTrigger Warning: Mental health, gun abuse.
We all know something about MGK and Megan Fox's relationship, whether we like to or not. We decided to look into this media frenzy couple and talk about all the rumors we hear about these celebrities. In this episode, we go through a timeline of their relationship while analyzing the astrology that comes with these two people. We look into the meaning of "twin flames," discuss potential reasons for the media's obsession, and look up the meaning of knife emojis. The biggest question of them all: is Megan Fox the emo girl?2022-07-2727 minModel POVWhy You Look Like That In PhotosWe’ve all had some bad photos taken of us, but what makes a bad photo BAD? Camera lens distortion, the subject being too close to the camera, focus, lighting, and more! Despite the extensive list, we almost never think of these due to how our brains interpret information from photos- we just let the photo define us, or another person.2022-07-1513 minRhinestone CowboyEP5: Sid and NancyTrigger warning: Discussion covers mental health, drug and alcohol abuse, self-harm, and suicide.
Sid Vicious is a legendary bassist and was part of the famous British Punk band "The Sex Pistols." His late girlfriend, Nancy Spungen, is famous for being the rowdy and wild public figure of the 1970s. She was known for being a part of a brutal murder in the Chelsea Hotel, California. This murder involved Sid and Nancy in one of the most hardcore murders of all time!2022-07-1425 minRhinestone CowboyEP4: Child StarsEver notice how a lot of child stars end up with addiction issues, or spiral in other ways? Or how a common theme is that their parents often pushed them to perform, they were exploited, abused, or neglected- sometimes a combination of all 4? We both chose 3 child stars to talk about, and their personal stories of either spiraling or recovering later on in life.
Trigger warning: Topics such as sexual assault and drug and alcohol abuse. 2022-07-0644 minRhinestone CowboyEP3: Being A Bi Woman (ft. Maddy)In honour of pride month, we decided to get together to discuss what the ~bisexual experience~ is as a woman, as well as other issues within dating and the world at large2022-06-2844 minModel POVThe History of Diet CultureFrom “Heroin Chic” in the 90’s-2000’s, to the “Vinegar Diet” of Lord Byron, to the now extremely popular cosmetic surgery- the BBL- that is literally killing people, how far will people go to attain a socially constructed ideal? In this episode we unpack diet culture and it’s origins, and I remind you all that the easily consumable media we have at our fingertips today is the reason for it- despite diet culture’s influence in the 20th century.2022-06-2714 min
Rhinestone CowboyEP2: Things They Don't Tell You About Spiritual Awakenings!Ghosts, aliens, and Demi Lovato?! These are a few subjects we touch on when discussing our experiences with spirituality. Spiritual awakenings mark specific and influential experiences people will go through during their spiritual journey. During one of our lovely smoke sessions, we decided to talk about some stigmas around spirituality, the pros and cons of spiritual awakenings, and how paranormal encounters relate to it all. Let's pack a bowl and talk about some pretty "out there" stuff, man.2022-06-2243 minModel POVHarvey Glatman - The Serial Killer Who Killed ModelsHarvey Glatman, who was active in the 1950’s was dubbed the “Glamour Girl Killer” for his selection of victims, with 3 of them being models who were recruited from agencies. His crimes had actually inspired another infamous serial killer, the BTK Killer, specifically in the usage of rope.2022-06-1524 minModel POVNarcissists Actually Hate ThemselvesI have no time to research anything, so here’s more life advice :’) please bear with me, and thank you for your patience! Narcissists aren’t obsessed with themselves as often as we think they are- in fact, it’s actually the opposite. Why does it happen? How can you prevent narcissists from gaining control over your peace of mind? By understanding you are not responsible for their feelings2022-05-3016 minModel POVThe Death of Ruslana Korshunova: Cult or Tragic Death?In 2008, the supermodel Ruslana Korshunova- also known as the “Russian Repunzel” because of her knee-length hair, lept to her death from the balcony of her Manhattan apartment. Many close to her said she showed no signs of mental illness, but that she did have connections to a Russian cult: the Rose of the World2022-05-0612 minModel POVTalking About Social Norms With Maddy HartIn my last episode, or maybe the one before that, I had briefly mentioned that I wanted to get my friend Maddy on the podcast to discuss the topic of social norms with me. In this episode, not only do we discuss that, but also how it had affected Maddy living in a small town for most of her life vs. my lived experience with them, having grown up in a city with a population of 200,000 or so (still small, but significantly bigger than her town). We discuss how they’re limiting beliefs, the lessons we’ve learnt overcoming them, and...2022-04-2652 minModel POVTo Unionize or Not to Unionize? That is the QuestionHello!!! I’m back from the dead (midterms)!! With the Fashion Worker’s Act making as much headway as it has over the past few weeks, I thought we’d talk about something that seems to be on a lot of people’s minds- would unionizing the fashion industry be beneficial? Or would it deter it even more? In this episode I list 5 pros and 5 cons of unionizing that not many people would think of at first glance.2022-04-1318 minModel POVLoving Your Enemies: Forgiveness & BoundariesI have nothing to say aside from it’s always better to stay in your lane ✨2022-03-2511 minModel POVUninhibited Vulnerability IS AuthenticityI’m sure we’ve all been in social situations where we feel like we can’t really say what’s on our mind, or that nobody cares, but why do we actually feel like this? Short answer: social norms, a humanly devised constraint on human behaviour that isn’t law (everyone just think it is). Allowing ourselves to be fully open is one of the only tried and true methods of living as our highest selves.2022-03-1512 minModel POVWhy You Need to “Die” to Truly LiveHELLO!!! IVE BEEN GONE FOR SO LONG BUT WELCOME TO ALL THE NEW FRIENDS WHO HAVE FOUND ME! ❤️ In this episode I give you some of my life updates- why I’ve been gone for a bit, school, self-employment, etc.- and then explain why these moments of disappearing are so important, why they help me/you come back better, and how to give yourself grace as you learn. Thanks for listening!2022-02-2812 minModel POVSelf-Advocacy As A ModelWhat prevents you from being manipulated? Yourself. Who’s employing you as a model? Yourself. (Surprise! It’s not your agency.) That being said, it’s completely up to you for your career’s progress, and that’s why it’s so important to speak up for yourself when you’re uncomfortable or don’t agree with what’s being suggested to you :)2022-01-1111 minModel POVThe Importance of Fostering A Healthy Relationship With Your AgentsSo often we are saying how agents don’t treat models the best, and it is true! In some instances. The majority of the time it’s knowing who you can work with, openly communicate with, and learn from, and who is only hiring you to make money off of you paying for training, portfolio shoots, etc. From my experience, having agents you can talk to about anything has been way more beneficial for me than trying to figure out how to navigate this industry on my own. It may sound like the bare minimum (and it is), but sometimes peop...2021-12-1518 minModel POVRecognizing Projections - Towards You & OthersIt’s soooo hard to get things done when you have a small voice in the back of your head telling you you’ll never accomplish anything. Even more so when you have other people telling you that. How can you move past the negativity and into alignment with yourself? You do it anyways, hope for the best and prepare for the worst. Why do you think the way that you do? What triggered it? In this episode we learn how to be introspective with ourselves.2021-12-0610 minModel POVHow I Turned My Anger Into DriveA whole bunch of articles about me came out yesterday & the comments my friends saw of people who weren’t fully in agreement with the legislation is exactly why times need to change and exactly why I started doing this. I could’ve reacted differently, but responding to the comments would be me pretty much throwing away every lesson I’ve learnt thus far. In this episode I talk about how I turned my anger I had as a teen to my drive to do better & help others as an adult.2021-11-2911 minModel POVHow Modeling Affected My Mental HealthNaive teenagers always need to have a parent or guardian with them in regards to business meetings, I’m a prime example of that. I talk about my struggles with mental health as a teen & how modeling affected it, physically, mentally, and spiritually. TW: Eating Disorder, Depression, Anxiety2021-11-1615 minModel POVAI Models- The Next Beauty Standard?A 2021 study by NewsCorp found that 91% of consumers agree there’s still room to grow in regards to diversity in advertising, yet while this need for inclusion is happening within societies, AI models are on the rise and modeling in the two most common industries: E-Commerce & Commercial modeling. What does it mean for models, and how will this affect society’s perceptions of beauty moving forward?2021-11-1009 minModel POVDisney Tried To Trademark Day Of The DeadHappy Halloween, here’s something even spookier…corporate greed!2021-11-0209 minModel POVWhere Have I Been? - Life Updates & New Posting ScheduleI know this is lonnngggg overdue, but life has been busy. I thought you guys deserved an explanation as to where I disappeared to so unexpectedly, and I came up with a new posting schedule to better accommodate the life changes! I’ll be posting every Monday/Tuesday now instead of every Sunday. Thank you for being patient with me!2021-10-2507 minModel POVVictoria’s Secret History of AbuseVictoria’s Secret has been a fashion mogul for decades, having influenced not only my generation but the previous, and the one before that. They have been around FOREVER. However, in that time, they’ve also perpetuated a culture of abuse- ranging from the sexual abuse of their models to an unhealthy ideal they showed to the public. I talk about all the details of it in here, as well as how it influenced I & those around me growing up.2021-09-2808 minModel POVHow Comparison KillsI didn’t have much time to research this past week, so we did this one without a script and with me speaking entirely on experience! Never compare yourself! “the light you see in others is also within you.”2021-09-1908 minModel POVAuthenticity Is Everyone’s Secret PowerWow, it’s been a minute. Thank you for being so patient while I uploaded and recorded this episode- there has been so many life changes (all good though) and I know I went MIA! In this episode we talk about authenticity, and how to maximize your own authenticity to get whatever you want out of life (specifically, with your career).2021-09-1212 minModel POVLet People Sleep On You - Character Shines ThroughHow disappointing is it when you have all of these things you’re proud of that you’ve done, and no one seems to be as excited about it as you are? How defensive do you get when that happens? In this episode we’ll be talking about the art of not caring, staying centered, and letting your work as well as your authenticity speak for you.2021-08-1508 minModel POVOvercoming Imposter SyndromeSo you’ve achieved all these things…now what? You’re sitting at home and find yourself undermining your success- saying it was easy and that anyone could do it. But the truth is they can’t! You now have to acknowledge your own hard work and perseverance in order for you to fully accept the recognition you’ve received. In this episode, I give you advice on how to remind yourself you are worthy of every good thing.2021-08-0807 minModel POVDealing with CompetitionStop! Comparing! Yourself! In the modelling industry especially it is so easy to compare yourself to someone and think “wow I wish I was like them”. But what they fail to realize is that diversity is beauty, and if we were all the same person we wouldn’t be able to create as much as we do. Another person’s success/win is not your loss.2021-08-0109 minModel POVMegan Fox & Michael BayEw ew ew. With Megan Fox being Megan Fox, I am honestly not surprised at the over-sexualization she’s faced in the industry. Unfortunately I couldn’t tell all her experiences, otherwise I think we would be here for at least an hour, but we focus mainly on her weird working relationship(?) with Michael Bay. How does fixing a car show your acting skills?? Why would you cast a 15 year old as a stripper, and then make her dance soaking wet under a waterfall when she couldn’t get into the bar? It’s just common decency people, c’mon.2021-07-2606 minModel POVDealing With RejectionWe discuss how rejection is simply redirection and how to maintain a positive mindset when you are rejected in the modelling industry. I offer some advice on what has helped me, and explain why casting directors, agents, etc. may turn you down (and how to consistently get yes’)2021-07-1808 minModel POVStereotypes of ModelsOh man, oh man, oh man…where do I begin? This episode was inspired by Models Empowered’s recent episode (check them out if you haven’t already), I thought I could talk about the points they discussed and say what my own experiences were on this topic, as well as offer advice that I’ve found has helped me.2021-07-1209 minModel POV#FreeBritney“LEAVE! BRITNEY! ALONE!” (Meme reference). In this episode we talk about the conservatorship Britney Spears is currently under, despite her being of sound mind, her family’s defence, and the court heRing that just happened in regards to it.2021-07-0509 minModel POVThe Life & Death of Sharon TateWho was Sharon Tate aside from a victim to the brutal Manson murders & a Hollywood star? In this episode we dive into her early life, career, and ultimately what ended her career- a crazed man with a knife.2021-06-2709 minModel POVNestlé, Child Labour, and The Government’s HypocrisySince 2017, Nestlé, as well as several other companies, have been facing multiple lawsuits in regards to child labour, which have been being continually dismissed by the court. The most recent one happened this year in 2021, with 8 different former child slaves seeking justice. Only to have it thrown out in the US Supreme Court because it “was not on US soil” (yet America- as well as the Ivory Coast in Africa, where these cocoa farms are- are part of the International Labour Organization). We break down why the Supreme Court’s dismissal is a refusal to hold big companies accountable, as well as...2021-06-2006 minModel POVShirley Temple Playing a 3-year-old ProstituteIn 1932 Shirley Temple starred in “Baby Burlesks”, a series of short films which feature her playing some very grown-up roles, but as a child. We talk about not only her roles, but also why it’s weird Hollywood would have her insinuate sex work as a toddler, as well as their weird obsession with over-sexual using children (and pre-teens as we have seen recently from Netflix) in general.2021-06-1407 minModel POVBrooke Shields, Shooting For Playboy at 10, & “Pretty Baby”In this episode we quickly discuss supermodel Brooke Shields and her mother Teri Shields, and the controversial jobs/roles Brooke was playing growing up, such as shooting a nude editorial for Playboy at age 10 with the expressed permission of her mother.2021-06-0607 minModel POVInterview with Les Chelle on Not Editing His ClientsI interviewed a photographer I worked with earlier this year following up on a conversation him & I had over a couple milkshakes at the Déjà Vu Café in Moose Jaw! He mentioned he doesn’t like to edit his clients, and in this episode he explains his reasoning for that :)2021-05-3004 minModel POVThe Gérald Marie (Elite Model Management) CaseIn this episode I summarize the investigation of Gérald Marie, former head of Elite Paris, and the extensive list of sexual assault/harassment allegations against him that led to him being suspended from Elite in 2000, and him currently being in the process of being prosecuted for his crimes against women and children in the industry.2021-05-2411 minModel POVAnswering Your Questions! (Q+A)I posted a question box on to my Instagram story this past week, so in this episode I will be answering them! Thanks for submitting!2021-05-1608 minModel POVBillie Eilish, “Your Power”, & The Sexual Misconduct Of MinorsI love Billie, I’m not even gonna lie. I’ve personally been a fan of her music since she started, I haven’t listened to her much recently but her new song, “Your Power”, came on the radio on my way back from work this week and I couldn’t help myself from appreciating how beautiful it sounded. I did some research afterwards, since the hosts were talking about the back story behind it a little bit, and unfortunately it happened to be inspired by some not-so-good experiences she had as a minor in the music industry. I thought it related t...2021-05-0910 minModel POVWhy You Should Stop Using ‘Skinny’ As A ComplimentHello friends! In this episode we discuss how people’s programming from the media influences their ideals of beauty, as well as my own experience having ‘fit’ into that ideal (being thin) and being somewhat praised for it (when I shouldn’t be, since I literally am just skinny because of genetics). Don’t enforce beauty standards and realize that the best way to be beautiful is to be yourself!!2021-05-0209 minModel POVDemi Lovato & The Sugar-Free Cookie SagaThis is probably the dumbest thing I’ve ever had to research and record on here so far. Demi Lovato recently has been involved in some drama with a small business in LA called “The Bigg Chill” over some sugar-free cookies, dubbing the restaurant as “#DietCultureVultures” on her Instagram. Unsurprisingly, she has not gotten that much support in her heroic cause. Here’s my hot take on the incident as someone who has been recovering from an eating disorder herself for the past 4 years.2021-04-2513 minModel POVSex Trafficking: The CorporationIn this episode I explain how intricate the world of sex trafficking truly is, and we talk about the documentary “Eyes Of The Devil” on YouTube.2021-04-1910 minModel POVDealing With BurnoutThank you @frozenwavwphotography on Instagram for suggesting this topic! We discuss the scientific properties of burnout in this, as well as some advice on how to manage it.2021-04-1111 minModel POVGhislane Maxwell/Epstein Case Ruled “Too Sensational & Impure” For PublicOh man, oh man. What else is new? Ghislane Maxwell’s case was ruled “too sensational and impure” for the public by US Judge Allison J. Nathan this past week, so we are talking briefly about her crimes and relationship with Jeffrey Epstein in this episode.2021-03-2811 minModel POVUsing The Law Of AttractionI thought we’d talk about something a little different today! I was going to interview a friend but she’s super busy, and this (LOA) plays a massive role in why I’m able to do what I do, so I thought I’d share some advice regarding it :) have a good week!2021-03-2116 minModel POVBeing Sexually Harassed By A Woman On Set (My Experience)Ah yeah, time to reflect on yet another poor life decision I’ve made in the past. In this episode we talk about me being sexually harassed by a woman-stylist on set for an editorial I shot when I was 18.2021-03-0815 minModel POVPaul Marciano (Guess) & His History Of Sexual HarassmentAh yes, yet another rich CEO who thinks they can do anything they want because they have power. Why am I not even surprised? In this episode we talk about the founder of Guess Jeans, his recent sexual assault allegations against him, and his previous lawsuit with the model Kate Upton.2021-03-0109 minModel POVWtf is a “Fashion Czar”?In this episode we talk about the recent proposition made to president Biden about appointing a “fashion Czar”, who regulates the environmental impact made by the fashion industry and labour standard laws for workers2021-02-2110 minModel POVAgencies 101My experience working with modelling agencies!2021-02-1520 minModel POVBell Let’s Talk, Everyday.This episode is a bit different than our last ones. This past week was Bell Let’s Talk, which inspired this topic. I talk about my struggles with mental health, my view on the destigmatization of mental illness as someone who battled it for a long time, and briefly about the controversy surrounding Bell Let’s Talk and my opinion on it. TW: depression, anxiety, eating disorders2021-02-0120 minModel POVInstagram Censorship + How It Impacts Creatives (Ft. Jiji Jones Photography)In this episode we talk about Instagram’s new censorship policies that came into affect Dec. 20th, 2020 and how it affects not only creatives but the general public2021-01-2426 minModel POVIdentifying and Avoiding Financial Abuse Within The IndustryIn this episode we discuss the prevalence of financial abuse within the fashion industry and how to avoid the pit-falls as a new model.2021-01-1718 minModel POVAlexander Wang’s Recent AllegationsAlexander Wang’s recent sexual assault allegations against many male and trans models that have came out recently. #UsToo2021-01-1008 minModel POVSocial Media, Magazines, and Mental Health (Ft. Sabrina Steele)In this episode we talk about how growing up with social media and the actual media’s beauty standards affected us as pre-teens/teenagers, vs. how we’ve learnt to manage it as young adults, as well as how it may possibly affect younger generations after us.2021-01-0423 minModel POVThe Jean-Luc Brunel CaseIn this episode we talk about Jean-Luc Brunel, a Parisian model scout who recently got arrested (Dec. 2020) for trafficking his models to the infamous Jeffrey Epstein.2020-12-2708 minModel POVThe Peter Nygard CaseIn this episode we talk about Peter Nygard and his recent arrest in Winnipeg, Manitoba in December 2020. Peter Nygard is known as “Canada’s Jeffrey Epstein” and is currently being held in custody by the United States.2020-12-2019 min
Model POV4 Key Points To Being A ModelHi everyone!! Welcome to the first episode of my podcast! I honestly just chose this topic because it was one of the ones I could really elaborate on right off the bat, so I thought, “why not do it while it’s there?” instead of putting it off and possibly forgetting some of my points. Anyways though, hope you enjoy, I’ll try to have a podcast episode out every week!2020-12-1311 min