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Closet PhilosophyEp. 15: Style and an impossible clog invention after menopause with Isobel Schofield of Bryr StudioIn this honest and often funny conversation, Jennine and Kristen talk with Isobel Schofield, founder of the iconic clog brand Bryr Studio, about style, aging, menopause, and power. The episode opens with Kristen’s reflections on how her personal style has evolved post-menopause — from abandoning painful heels to embracing the liberating truth of wearing clothes that actually fit. Then Isobel joins the conversation, and the three dive into how personal style is shaped not just by bodies, but by generational values, cultural shifts, and an ever-present questioning of the patriarchy. From her roots in sculpture and theater desi...2025-07-2152 min
Closet PhilosophyEp.. 14: You can’t hate yourself into a body you love: Reclaiming health and power with Oonagh DuncanWhat if your fitness journey wasn’t about chasing a smaller body—but about feeling strong, energized, and alive? In this empowering episode, we talk to Oonagh Duncan, multi-award-winning fitness expert, bestselling author of Healthy As Fck* (aka Ditch the Diet), and founder of the Feel Good Movement. We dive deep into what it really means to feel good in your body—at any size, at any age—and how fitness can help us reconnect with our power. Oonagh shares her journey from fat activist and actor to fitness leader, and how she’s redefining health for Gen X wome...2025-07-1448 min
Closet PhilosophyEp. 13: Tattoos, piercings, and style as self-expression with Marie McCarthy💎 Guest: Marie McCarthy Founder of Fiat Lux and Rose Gold’s Piercing & Tattoo In this episode, personal stylist Jennine Jacob and fashion journalist Kristen Philipkoski talk with Marie McCarthy, founder of fine jewelry store Fiat Lux and Rose Gold’s Piercing and Tattoo in San Francisco. Marie shares how jewelry, tattoos, and piercings can be forms of power, rebellion, self-love, and pure fun—especially as we age. We discuss: Why women are getting piercings and tattoos later in life How style is about how you feel, not just how you look Using clothes and accessori...2025-07-0751 min
Closet PhilosophyEp. 12: How clothes spark connection: friendship, vulnerability, and personal style with Danielle Bayard JacksonIn this episode, personal stylist Jennine Jacob and fashion journalist Kristen Philipkoski talk with Danielle Bayard Jackson, friendship coach and author of Fighting for Our Friendships. They explore how what we wear can open the door to meaningful connections—and how friendships shape (and are shaped by) our personal style. Danielle breaks down her three affinities framework—symmetry, support, and secrecy—revealing why women’s friendships are so powerful yet often fragile. She shares how style plays into first impressions and why dressing to express yourself authentically is a form of vulnerability that can actually fast-track finding your peo...2025-07-0254 min
Closet PhilosophyEp. 11: Gem app founder Liisa Jokinen on the joy of second hand clothing and documenting personal style around the worldThis week on Closet Philosophy, we talk with Finnish street style archivist, photographer, and founder of the Gem app, Liisa Jokinen. Liisa has been documenting what people wear on the street for more than 20 years—and in doing so, she’s built a visual time capsule of personal expression, cultural shifts, and everyday creativity. In this episode, we dig into: How second-hand shopping is freedom How clothing choices offer clues about identity, mood, and values What changed when she moved from Helsinki to New York How she developed the Gem app for vintage and secondhand shopping Why...2025-06-2348 min
Closet PhilosophyEp. 10: The power of pattern: Artist Windy Chien on knots, creativity, and controlArtist and former Apple exec Windy Chien joins Closet Philosophy this week to talk about how she left a high-profile tech job to follow a totally different thread—literally. Windy became world-renowned for her intricate and sculptural knot work, which she began exploring during her transformative project The Year of Knots. In this conversation, we dive into the parallels between fiber and fashion, the deeper meaning of making things with your hands, and how creativity becomes a form of identity, discipline, and even rebellion. We explore: How tying knots helped Windy reclaim authorship of he...2025-06-1643 min
Closet PhilosophyEp. 9: Style, status, and self-love: A Conversation with stylist, designer, and closet philosopher Wale SanniIn this episode of Closet Philosophy, we talk to stylist and luxury handbag designer Wale Sanni about what personal style really means—and it has little to do with what we wear. Wale shares how he went from sneakerhead to Saks stylist, why timeless style is about emotional connection, and how status, self-worth, and fashion are always intertwined. We also dive deep into: Why people say they don’t care about status but they usually do Why quality isn’t just about fabric—it’s about how you care for your clothes The deeper meaning of the Walmar...2025-06-0952 min
Closet PhilosophyFear less: Style, strength, and joy with Manny Martins CarmenThis week, we sit down with the joyful and unapologetically bold influencer Manny Martins Carmen—a 61-year-old model, weightlifter, painter, and accidental content creator who encourages her followers to “age like a rebel.” What started as a creative outlet during COVID has become a movement of radical self-expression, vibrant style, and fearless aging. We talk about dressing up for joy (even if you're just going to the optometrist), the healing power of movement, and how style can shift your mood and the energy of a whole room. Manny also opens up about recovering from a cancer diagnosis, compet...2025-06-0247 min
Closet PhilosophyIs personal style ever truly personal? A deep dive with author and Elle editor Véronique HylandIn this mind-opening conversation, Véronique Hyland—features director at Elle magazine and author of the acclaimed book Dress Code: Unlocking Fashion from the New Look to Millennial Pink—helps us unpack the hidden forces shaping how we dress. From the myth of the “female gaze” to the politics of effortlessness, this episode asks big questions about power, gender, class, and whether we can ever truly dress just for ourselves. We explore fashion as communication, resistance, and identity—and why “I don’t care what I wear” is almost always a lie. Plus, we get personal about aging, influence...2025-05-2654 min
Closet PhilosophyEp. 6: Authenticity as armor: Style, confidence, and career with marketing maven Erin WallaceIn this deeply honest and empowering episode, we talk to Erin Wallace, head of marketing at ModeSens, and formerly of ThredUp and Crossroads Trading. She’s a fashion marketing powerhouse, creative leader, and style icon in her own right. Erin shares how her personal style became her superpower in the workplace, why she didn’t truly find “her look” until her late 30s, and how fashion helped her step into leadership after a major life transition. We also get real about what happens when your body changes in midlife, why some outfits feel like home and others feel lik...2025-05-1955 min
Closet PhilosophyEp. 5: Shira Gill on minimalist style, body changes, and the power of nowBestselling author and organizing expert Shira Gill joins us this week. Her work goes far beyond decluttering—Shira believes that organizing is not about perfection, it's about creating space for what actually matters. We talk about: Why most people don’t have an organizing problem—they have a volume problem What to do with clothes that no longer fit but are hard to let go of How to make getting dressed easy and empowering The emotional cost of hanging on to “someday” clothes Why dressing with intention is a form of self-trust and self-respect The myth of “effort...2025-05-1251 min
Closet PhilosophyEp 4: Making good with Sophia Hall — Thrifting, style, and taking up spaceIn this episode of Closet Philosophy, we meet Sophia Hall, the vibrant force behind @makegood on Instagram. Sophia is a secondhand style expert who turned childhood thrift store adventures into a thriving online business serving women of all sizes—especially those who often feel ignored by the fashion industry. We talk about: Growing up as the youngest of eight and learning to dress for survival, identity, and joy Why the fashion industry still isn’t cutting it for plus-size folks—and how secondhand can offer freedom and power Sophia’s honest, empathetic approach to styling clients, from mea...2025-04-1251 min
Closet PhilosophyEp 3: Healing, beauty, and taking up space — Jenn Harper of Cheekbone Beauty on building a brand with a soulWhat if lipstick could change more than your look—what if it could change the narrative? This week on Closet Philosophy, we’re joined by powerhouse founder Jenn Harper, the visionary behind Cheekbone Beauty—one of the first Indigenous-owned beauty brands in North America. Jenn shares how a dream in early sobriety led to a mission-driven brand that’s redefining what beauty means, who it’s for, and what it’s made of. We dive into: The dream that started it all: three laughing Native girls with lip gloss and a spark of possibility How generati...2025-04-1249 min
Closet PhilosophyEp 2: Dressing like you mean it — Heidi Clements (AKA @WelcomeToHeidi) on authenticity, aging, and not giving a damnWhat if the coolest girl in the room was 64 and completely unbothered? This week on Closet Philosophy, we’re talking with the one and only Heidi Clements—a writer, content creator, and style icon with 1.8 million followers who has become a voice of radical authenticity for women of every age. Heidi shares how she went from TV writer to unexpected TikTok star in her 60s, why getting dressed is both a political act and a personal therapy session, and how to finally stop dressing for the male gaze—or anyone else’s expectations. We get i...2025-04-1253 min
Closet PhilosophyEp 1: Dressing for power, not permission — Why your closet is a political statementWelcome to Closet Philosophy, the podcast that believes what you wear is never just about clothes. In our preview episode, personal stylist Jennine and fashion writer Kristen share how this podcast was born—from a serendipitous interview to an ongoing conversation about the power of personal style. Together, they unpack why midlife is a moment of transformation, not disappearance—and how clothing can be a tool for confidence, self-expression, and resistance. We dive into: The story behind Closet Philosophy Why dressing powerfully is a political act—especially for women in midlife Jennine’s Venn diagram...2025-04-1226 min
Close the Chapter Podcast with Kristen Boice251.Helping High Conflict Couples with Jennine Estes, LMFT and Jackie Wielick, LMFTIn this episode, Kristen explores the dynamics of high conflict couples with licensed Marriage and Family Therapists and authors, Jenine Estes and Jackie Wielick. They delve into communication challenges, attachment wounds, and strategies for fostering emotional safety and vulnerability within relationships. www.helpforhighconflictcouples.com Subscribe and get a free 5-day journal at www.kristendboice.com to begin closing the chapter on what doesn’t serve you and open the door to the real you. This information is being provided to you for educational and informational purposes only. It is being provided to...2024-02-0750 min