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Beauty BossesDina Rosenbloom Talks Hairstory, Scalp Health, and Hair Routines
Dina Rosenbloom (click here to visit Hairstory)
Dina Rosenbloom, founder and CEO of Hairstory, joins Dr. Lara Devgan for an intimate and insightful conversation about her remarkable path from high-powered roles in business management, strategy, and marketing to launching one of the most disruptive haircare brands in the industry. With a sharp eye for innovation and a deep passion for wellness, Dina opens up about the “why” behind Hairstory: to reinvent how we think about haircare in a world oversaturated with harsh detergents and outdated routines.In this compelling exchange, she unpacks the science behind trul...2025-07-2300 min
Beauty BossesDina Rosenbloom Talks Hairstory, Scalp Health, and Hair RoutinesDina Rosenbloom (click here to visit Hairstory) Dina Rosenbloom, founder and CEO of Hairstory, joins Dr. Lara Devgan for an intimate and insightful conversation about her remarkable path from high-powered roles in business management, strategy, and marketing to launching one of the most disruptive haircare brands in the industry. With a sharp eye for innovation and a deep passion for wellness, Dina opens up about the “why” behind Hairstory: to reinvent how we think about haircare in a world oversaturated with harsh detergents and outdated routines.In this compelling exchange, she unpacks the science behind truly healthy hair products—what works...2025-07-2316 minBeauty BossesPriyanka Ganjoo Talks Inclusivity and the Truth of the Beauty Industry
Priyanka Ganjoo (click here to visit Kulfi Beauty)
Priyanka Ganjoo, Founder and CEO of Kulfi Beauty, sits down with Dr. Lara Devgan on this episode of Beauty Bosses to discuss lesser known aspects of the beauty industry. Ganjoo is a daring entrepreneaur on a mission to bring high quality, affordable beauty products to all. She details how she evolved from working a 9-5 corporate career into running her own successful business. She discusses the importance of inclusivity, story telling, and truth seeking in everything she does. Listen in now to hear her story.
Beauty...2025-07-0900 minBeauty BossesPriyanka Ganjoo Talks Inclusivity and the Truth of the Beauty IndustryPriyanka Ganjoo (click here to visit Kulfi Beauty) Priyanka Ganjoo, Founder and CEO of Kulfi Beauty, sits down with Dr. Lara Devgan on this episode of Beauty Bosses to discuss lesser known aspects of the beauty industry. Ganjoo is a daring entrepreneaur on a mission to bring high quality, affordable beauty products to all. She details how she evolved from working a 9-5 corporate career into running her own successful business. She discusses the importance of inclusivity, story telling, and truth seeking in everything she does. Listen in now to hear her story. Beauty Bosses Podcast RSS2025-07-0915 minBeauty BossesErin McLoughlin Talks Careers in Journalism, NBC News, and Biases
Erin McLoughlin
Erin McLoughlin, journalist and NBC correspondent, embraces the chaos and uncertainty of everyday life as she covers some of the most important stories of our day. She speaks to Dr. Lara Devgan about her approach to restructuring her mentality around bias and ultimately, truth in what she does as she recognizes the inherent risk that misinformation can pose within her line of work. She gives advice on how to be your truest self in the face of self-doubt and how to actualize your dreams.
Beauty Bosses Podcast RSS2025-07-0200 minBeauty BossesErin McLoughlin Talks Careers in Journalism, NBC News, and BiasesErin McLoughlin Erin McLoughlin, journalist and NBC correspondent, embraces the chaos and uncertainty of everyday life as she covers some of the most important stories of our day. She speaks to Dr. Lara Devgan about her approach to restructuring her mentality around bias and ultimately, truth in what she does as she recognizes the inherent risk that misinformation can pose within her line of work. She gives advice on how to be your truest self in the face of self-doubt and how to actualize your dreams. Beauty Bosses Podcast RSS2025-07-0223 minBeauty BossesCynthia Rowley Talks Creativity, Ambition, and The World of Fashion & Design
Cynthia Rowley (click to visit her page)
Cynthia Rowley sits down with Dr. Lara Devgan in this episode of Beauty Bosses to speak about her extensive career in all things creative and to outline when she knew what she wanted to do, how she made it happen, what her brand means to her, and what she does in her free time.
Beauty Bosses Podcast RSS2025-06-1100 minBeauty BossesCynthia Rowley Talks Creativity, Ambition, and The World of Fashion & DesignCynthia Rowley (click to visit her page) Cynthia Rowley sits down with Dr. Lara Devgan in this episode of Beauty Bosses to speak about her extensive career in all things creative and to outline when she knew what she wanted to do, how she made it happen, what her brand means to her, and what she does in her free time. Beauty Bosses Podcast RSS2025-06-1121 minBeauty BossesNazli Parvizi Talks Modern Day Food Culture, Availability, and Importance
Nazli Parvizi (click to visit her page)
Nazli Parvizi sits down with Dr. Lara Devgan in this episode of Beauty Bosses to discuss the improtant intersection that connects beauty, health, the economy, and food. Parvizi's work and passion often resides at the intersection of government, food & hospitality, and the arts. As President of MOFAD (Museum of Food and Drink), Nazli joins a team of incredibly dedicated culinary historians, chefs, writers, food and museum professionals joined together under the mission of using food as a lens to explore and learn more about the world we live in.
...2025-06-0400 minBeauty BossesNazli Parvizi Speaks on Modern Day Food Culture, Availability, and ImportanceNazli Parvizi (click to visit her page) Nazli Parvizi sits down with Dr. Lara Devgan in this episode of Beauty Bosses to discuss the improtant intersection that connects beauty, health, the economy, and food. Parvizi's work and passion often resides at the intersection of government, food & hospitality, and the arts. As President of MOFAD (Museum of Food and Drink), Nazli joins a team of incredibly dedicated culinary historians, chefs, writers, food and museum professionals joined together under the mission of using food as a lens to explore and learn more about the world we live in. Beauty Bosses Podcast RSS2025-06-0433 minBeauty BossesLydia Fenet Talks Confidence, Charity, and Career Success — How the Auction Queen Built Billion-Dollar Impact
Lydia Fenet (click to visit her page)
Lydia Fenet is an American auctioneer, author, podcast host and globally recognized speaker. As CEO & Founder of The Lydia Fenet Agency, she has raised over a billion dollars for non-profits and charities globally. She joins Dr. Lara Devgan this week on Beauty Bosses to discuss charity auctions and the massive impact she has had in adding more goodness to the world through the personal drive, confidence, and capability that she writes about in her books and speaks about in her podcast.At its core, Beauty Bosses aims to...2025-05-2100 minBeauty BossesLydia Fenet Talks Confidence, Charity, and Career Success — How the Auction Queen Built Billion-Dollar ImpactLydia Fenet (click to visit her page) Lydia Fenet is an American auctioneer, author, podcast host and globally recognized speaker. As CEO & Founder of The Lydia Fenet Agency, she has raised over a billion dollars for non-profits and charities globally. She joins Dr. Lara Devgan this week on Beauty Bosses to discuss charity auctions and the massive impact she has had in adding more goodness to the world through the personal drive, confidence, and capability that she writes about in her books and speaks about in her podcast.At its core, Beauty Bosses aims to educate and empower women of...2025-05-2126 minBeauty BossesAnna Harman Talks Pioneering a New Piercing Experience for Consumers
Anna Harman (click to visit Studs)
In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with fellow female entrepreneur Anna Harman. She is the founder of Studs, a company that can be found across the country that offers a fresh take on the piercing experience. Harman details her story from the moment of conception of the idea that would become Studs, how she started and scaled her business, and what their current and future ambitions and capabilities are.Tune in to this episode of Beauty Bosses for an insider look on how these...2025-05-1400 minBeauty BossesAnna Harman Details Her Pioneering Entry into the Beauty and Jewelry Markets Anna Harman (click to visit Studs) In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with fellow female entrepreneur Anna Harman. She is the founder of Studs, an NYC-based that offers a fresh take on ear piercings and earrings. Harman details her story from the moment of conception of the idea that would become Studs, how she started and scaled her business, and what their current and future ambitions/capabilities are.Tune in to this episode of Beauty Bosses for an insider look on how these female entrepreneurs are making noticeable waves in the already turbulent beauty, jewelry...2025-05-1417 minBeauty BossesGwen Whiting Talks The Laundress, The Fill, and The Power of Niche Gwen Whiting (click to visit Laundress) In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan reunites with an original Beauty Bosses guest and old friend, Gwen Whiting. Whiting is a designer and entrepreneur who is best known for being a cleaning queen. She is the founder of Laundress, a luxury, eco-friendly cleaning brand that is a global success.If you have a passion for being ethical in your consumer purchasing habits, enjoy a fresh home, and are interested in learning more about how women-run businesses are giving large cleaning corporations a run for their money, this is the podcast for...2025-04-3021 minBeauty BossesGwen Whiting Talks The Fill Club and The Power of Niche
Gwen Whiting (click to visit The Fill)
In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with her longtime friend and original podcast guest, Gwen Whiting—renowned designer and entrepreneur. After co-founding The Laundress and selling to Unilever in 2019, Gwen Whiting went on to found The Fill Club, a members-only home cleaning brand that elevates everyday routines with aromatherapeutic, eco-conscious products. Designed as a wellness experience, it blends sustainability, luxury, and functionality through a curated, concierge-supported subscription model.From building a global business to elevating the everyday rituals of home care, Gw...2025-04-3000 minBeauty BossesMariah Chase Talks The World of Beauty Business
Mariah Chase
In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan chats with Mariah Chase, a three-time startup founder in both the beauty & fashion industries, about the ever-shifting business industries, how AI will impact these markets, and how he career has pivoted over the year.Get some insider scoop on what it takes to run a successful startup in the volatile world of beauty and fashion business.
Beauty Bosses Podcast RSS2025-04-0900 minBeauty BossesMariah Chase Chats with Dr. Lara Devgan About the World of Beauty Industry BusinessMariah Chase In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan chats with Mariah Chase, a three-time startup founder in both the beauty & fashion industries, about the ever-shifting business industries, how AI will impact these markets, and how he career has pivoted over the year.Get some insider scoop on what it takes to run a successful startup in the volatile world of beauty and fashion business. Beauty Bosses Podcast RSS2025-04-0921 minBeauty BossesElizabeth Kurpis Talks Careers in Fashion Law
Elizabeth Kurpis
In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Elizabeth Kurpis, Fashion Lawyer & Legal Commentator, on her extensive career in the fashion/beauty industries. She breaks down the trends (both legal and societal), as well as her personal guide to fashion in a world in which the norms seem to change on a daily basis. Kurpis also discusses the “fast fashion” craze of post-pandemic years and her thoughts on the sub industry.Listen in to learn some interesting facts and some pro tips on how to navigate the volatile world of m...2025-04-0200 minBeauty BossesElizabeth Kurpis Chats with Dr. Lara Devgan About her Career in Fashion LawElizabeth Kurpis In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Elizabeth Kurpis, Fashion Lawyer & Legal Commentator, on her extensive career in the fashion/beauty industries. She breaks down the trends (both legal and societal), as well as her personal guide to fashion in a world in which the norms seem to change on a daily basis. Kurpis also discusses the “fast fashion” craze of post-pandemic years and her thoughts on the sub industry.Listen in to learn some interesting facts and some pro tips on how to navigate the volatile world of modern fashion and beauty. Beau...2025-04-0223 minBeauty BossesDr. Lara Oboler Talks Holistic and Heart Health
In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Dr. Lara Oboler, NYC Cardiologist, to discuss how vital heart health is for overall health. While external (visible health like skin quality, musculature, etc.) is extremely important, Oboler mentions the fact that someone can look incredibly healthy on the outside but have pressing issues on the inside. Holistic health is essential to a healthy lifestyle.Listen to learn about some easy ways to improve your heart health throughout your day to make a lasting positive difference on your overall health throughout the course of your...2025-03-2600 minBeauty BossesDr. Lara Oboler Talks Holistic and Heart HealthIn this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Dr. Lara Oboler, NYC Cardiologist, to discuss how vital heart health is for overall health. While external (visible health like skin quality, musculature, etc.) is extremely important, Oboler mentions the fact that someone can look incredibly healthy on the outside but have pressing issues on the inside. Holistic health is essential to a healthy lifestyle.Listen to learn about some easy ways to improve your heart health throughout your day to make a lasting positive difference on your overall health throughout the course of your life. Beauty Bosses...2025-03-2614 minBeauty BossesDr. Gail Saltz Talks Social Media, Mental Health, and Stigmatization
In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Dr. Gail Saltz, Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at The New York Presbyterian Hospital, Media expert in Mental Health, Author, and Podcast Host, to discuss the current state of the social media and mental health and the evolution of the associated stigma over time.Discover insights into how to protect and maintain your mental wellness with trusted advice from Dr. Saltz, including everyday tips that you can integrate into your daily routine.
Beauty Bosses Podcast RSS2025-03-1900 minBeauty BossesDr. Gail Saltz Talks Social Media, Mental Health, and StigmatizationIn this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Dr. Gail Saltz, Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at The New York Presbyterian Hospital, Media expert in Mental Health, Author, and Podcast Host, to discuss the current state of the social media and mental health and the evolution of the associated stigma over time.Discover insights into how to protect and maintain your mental wellness with trusted advice from Dr. Saltz, including everyday tips that you can integrate into your daily routine. Beauty Bosses Podcast RSS2025-03-1924 minBeauty BossesLaura Brown Talks Loving Your Job in a Creative Industry
In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Laura Brown, fashion journalist, Chair of Creative Council, and former editor-in-chief of InStyle magazine, to discuss the current state of the fashion and beauty industries and what it takes to love your job through the lens of Brown’s extensive career.Learn how to pick the right niche for you in a creative industry that not only interests you, but fulfills you and supports you fundamentally throughout your career. Heed Brown’s advice to harness your full career potential to ultimately rise of the ranks, do w...2025-03-1200 minBeauty BossesLaura Brown Talks Loving Your Job in a Creative IndustryIn this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Laura Brown, fashion journalist, Chair of Creative Council, and former editor-in-chief of InStyle magazine, to discuss the current state of the fashion and beauty industries and what it takes to love your job through the lens of Brown’s extensive career.Learn how to pick the right niche for you in a creative industry that not only interests you, but fulfills you and supports you fundamentally throughout your career. Heed Brown’s advice to harness your full career potential to ultimately rise of the ranks, do what you love...2025-03-1229 minBeauty BossesKaterina Mountanos Talks Kosterina, Blue Zones and The Mediterranean Diet
In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Katerina Mountanos, CEO of Kosterina. to discuss the importance of not only just a good diet, but specifically the “Modern Mediterranean diet” for overall health, wellness, and beauty.Get the latest scoop on how to do the most you possibly can for your body’s health while consuming the least amount of resources possible to ensure we are making the world a healthier place whilst making our bodies healthier. The world can exist without us but we can’t exist without the world, after all.
...2025-03-0500 minBeauty BossesKaterina Mountanos Talks Kosterina, Blue Zones and The Mediterranean DietIn this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Katerina Mountanos, CEO of Kosterina. to discuss the importance of not only just a good diet, but specifically the “Modern Mediterranean diet” for overall health, wellness, and beauty.Get the latest scoop on how to do the most you possibly can for your body’s health while consuming the least amount of resources possible to ensure we are making the world a healthier place whilst making our bodies healthier. The world can exist without us but we can’t exist without the world, after all. Beauty Bosses Podcast RSS2025-03-0511 minBeauty BossesShallon Lester Talks Modern Day Dating, and Inner Versus Outer Beauty
In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Shallon Lester, the star of MTV’s reality series “Downtown Girls” and co-author of YA novel Hot Mess, speaks about the modern day society through the lens of beauty.Lester fills Dr. Lara Devgan in on the craziness of modern day dating and how it ties back to being your own idol, realizing your true inner (and outer) beauty, and ultimately staying clear of the men who believe they are owed by you. Learn how to navigate life owing yourself and only yourself!
Beauty Bosses Podcast RSS2025-02-2600 minBeauty BossesShallon Lester Talks Modern Day Dating, and Inner Versus Outer BeautyIn this episode of Beauty Bosses, Shallon Lester, the star of MTV’s reality series “Downtown Girls” and co-author of YA novel Hot Mess, speaks about the modern day society through the lens of beauty.Lester fills Dr. Lara Devgan in on the craziness of modern day dating and how it ties back to being your own idol, realizing your true inner (and outer) beauty, and ultimately staying clear of the men who believe they are owed by you. Learn how to navigate life owing yourself and only yourself! Beauty Bosses Podcast RSS2025-02-2624 minBeauty BossesIsabelle Kenyon Talks Breaking Stigmas and Revolutionizing Metabolic Health
In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Isabelle Kenyon, a trailblazing healthcare entrepreneur redefining metabolic health. From founding Calibrate to launching a new platform for GLP-1 users, Isabelle shares her journey, the science behind these life-changing medications, and their impact on weight management and overall health.Discover how GLP-1s are reshaping healthcare, overcoming stigma, and empowering millions. With insights into personalized medicine and the future of metabolic health, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone intrigued by the intersection of science, innovation, and self-care. Tune in for inspiration and cutting-edge perspectives!2025-02-1900 minBeauty BossesIsabelle Kenyon Talks Breaking Stigmas and Revolutionizing Metabolic HealthIn this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Isabelle Kenyon, a trailblazing healthcare entrepreneur redefining metabolic health. From founding Calibrate to launching a new platform for GLP-1 users, Isabelle shares her journey, the science behind these life-changing medications, and their impact on weight management and overall health.Discover how GLP-1s are reshaping healthcare, overcoming stigma, and empowering millions. With insights into personalized medicine and the future of metabolic health, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone intrigued by the intersection of science, innovation, and self-care. Tune in for inspiration and cutting-edge perspectives! Beauty Bosses RSS2025-02-1923 minBeauty BossesIsabelle Kenyon Talks Breaking Stigmas and Revolutionizing Metabolic Health
In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Isabelle Kenyon, a trailblazing healthcare entrepreneur redefining metabolic health. From founding Calibrate to launching a new platform for GLP-1 users, Isabelle shares her journey, the science behind these life-changing medications, and their impact on weight management and overall health.Discover how GLP-1s are reshaping healthcare, overcoming stigma, and empowering millions. With insights into personalized medicine and the future of metabolic health, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone intrigued by the intersection of science, innovation, and self-care. Tune in for inspiration and cutting-edge perspectives!2025-02-1800 minBeauty BossesIsabelle Kenyon Talks Breaking Stigmas and Revolutionizing Metabolic HealthIn this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Isabelle Kenyon, a trailblazing healthcare entrepreneur redefining metabolic health. From founding Calibrate to launching a new platform for GLP-1 users, Isabelle shares her journey, the science behind these life-changing medications, and their impact on weight management and overall health.Discover how GLP-1s are reshaping healthcare, overcoming stigma, and empowering millions. With insights into personalized medicine and the future of metabolic health, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone intrigued by the intersection of science, innovation, and self-care. Tune in for inspiration and cutting-edge perspectives! Beauty Bosses RSS2025-01-3126 minBeauty BossesKelly Casaccio & Laura Kosmorsky Talk Sun Protection and Style
In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Kelly Casaccio and Laura Kosmorski, the innovative co-founders of Tied Sunwear. Born from a deeply personal experience, Tied Sunwear is redefining sun protection with stylish, UPF 50+ clothing designed to keep you safe while looking chic.Hear the heartfelt story behind the brand, their journey from idea to launch, and the science that sets their products apart. From battling melanoma in their family to creating versatile, confidence-boosting designs like the Sunwrap and “the world’s most comfortable pants,” Kelly and Laura share how they’re reshaping the inte...2025-01-2400 minBeauty BossesKelly Casaccio & Laura Kosmorsky Talk Sun Protection and StyleIn this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Kelly Casaccio and Laura Kosmorski, the innovative co-founders of Tied Sunwear. Born from a deeply personal experience, Tied Sunwear is redefining sun protection with stylish, UPF 50+ clothing designed to keep you safe while looking chic.Hear the heartfelt story behind the brand, their journey from idea to launch, and the science that sets their products apart. From battling melanoma in their family to creating versatile, confidence-boosting designs like the Sunwrap and “the world’s most comfortable pants,” Kelly and Laura share how they’re reshaping the intersection of fashion...2025-01-2419 minBeauty BossesAysa Sharrow Talks SLAPS, Marketing, and Generational Trends in BrandingIn this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Aysa Sharrow, the dynamic force behind SLAPS—the sensational skincare and lifestyle brand that’s redefining modern beauty. Aysa dives into her groundbreaking marketing strategies, sharing how she’s captured the hearts (and wallets) of Gen Z and Millennials alike. From leveraging TikTok trends to her unfiltered take on what really resonates with today’s beauty consumers, Aysa reveals the secrets to her brand’s success. But it’s not just about business—Aysa gets candid about the challenges of staying authentic in a crowded market, her inspiration for SLAPS’ bol...2024-12-0617 minBeauty BossesAysa Sharrow on Dr. Lara Devgan's Beauty Bosses
In this episode of Beauty Bosses, we sit down with Asya Sharrow, the dynamic force behind SLAPS—the sensational branding company that’s redefining modern marketing. Asya dives into her groundbreaking marketing strategies, sharing how she’s captured the hearts (and wallets) of Gen Z and Millennials alike. From leveraging TikTok trends to her unfiltered take on what really resonates with today’s consumers, Asya reveals the secrets to her brand’s success.But it’s not just about business—Asya gets candid about the challenges of staying authentic in a crowded market, her inspiration for SLAPS’ bold branding, a...2024-12-0600 min
Beauty BossesAntoniette Costa talks Her New Album 'Pitupatter,' Her Medical Journey with Dr. Devgan, and Her Nonprofit Work Building CommunitySinger, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and lawyer Antoniette Costa stopped by the offices of Dr. Lara Devgan to discuss the inspiration behind her latest album ‘Pitupatter.’ After healing from a major health crisis, Costa pledged to record the music she had written in recovery. Along the way, Costa speaks about her work with Dr. Devgan, who helped her hold onto her identity while battling cancer.2024-05-2814 min
Beauty BossesAntoniette Costa talks Her New Album 'Pitupatter,' Her Medical Journey with Dr. Devgan, and Her Nonprofit Work Building CommunitySinger, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and lawyer Antoniette Costa stopped by the offices of Dr. Lara Devgan to discuss the inspiration behind her latest album ‘Pitupatter.’ After healing from a major health crisis, Costa pledged to record the music she had written in recovery. Along the way, Costa speaks about her work with Dr. Devgan, who helped her hold onto her identity while battling a brain tumor.
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Beauty BossesCelebrity Memoir Book Club talks Matthew McConaughey's life-changing memoir and the multifaceted impact of TikTok on reading booksOn this episode of Beauty Bosses, the ladies of Celebrity Memoir Book Club stop by Dr. Lara Devgan’s NYC office. The aforementioned literary podcast, helmed by best friends Claire Parker and Ashley Hamilton, emerged from the Brooklyn stand-up comedy scene. Listen along as they talk Matthew McConaughey's life-changing memoir, the most surprising and unexpected celebrity memoirs, and the multifaceted impact of TikTok on reading books.
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Beauty BossesCelebrity Memoir Book Club talks Matthew McConaughey's life-changing memoir and the multifaceted impact of TikTok on reading booksOn this episode of Beauty Bosses, the ladies of Celebrity Memoir Book Club stop by Dr. Lara Devgan’s NYC office. The aforementioned literary podcast, helmed by best friends Claire Parker and Ashley Hamilton, emerged from the Brooklyn stand-up comedy scene. Listen along as they talk Matthew McConaughey's life-changing memoir, the most surprising and unexpected celebrity memoirs, and the multifaceted impact of TikTok on reading books.2024-02-1532 min
Beauty BossesBeauty Bosses x Fortune DusheyThis episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan welcomes Fortune Dushey. Fortune Dushey is a NYC-based former fashion stylist and blogger behind Fortune Inspired, a curated digital destination that captures Fortune's personal style, health + wellness tips, and travel diaries. In addition to blogging and content creation, Fortune is also a seasoned events host, having hosted private shopping events for the likes of Net-A-Porter, Saks Fifth Avenue, Nili Lotan, Michael Kors, Gianvito Rossi, Kule, and MIGUELINA, among others. Listen to this episode to hear about Fortune’s fashion tips, her career journey and advice to aspiring entrepreneurs.
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Beauty BossesFortune Dushey talks Fashion, Family and More!This episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan welcomes Fortune Dushey. Fortune Dushey is a NYC-based former fashion stylist and blogger behind Fortune Inspired, a curated digital destination that captures Fortune's personal style, health + wellness tips, and travel diaries. In addition to blogging and content creation, Fortune is also a seasoned events host, having hosted private shopping events for the likes of Net-A-Porter, Saks Fifth Avenue, Nili Lotan, Michael Kors, Gianvito Rossi, Kule, and MIGUELINA, among others. Listen to this episode to hear about Fortune’s fashion tips, her career journey and advice to aspiring entrepreneurs.2023-12-0722 min
Beauty BossesErin Parsons, Maybelline Global Makeup and Celebrity ArtistErin Parsons is a Maybelline Global Makeup Artists who speaks candidly to Dr. Devgan in this episode of Beauty Bosses about how she started in the industry, how model Gigi Hadid supported her artistic journey, and her makeup tips. Tune in to hear a medical professional and makeup professional discuss the biology side of human features, the freedom to be beautiful on your own terms, and the minimalist approach to beauty.2021-02-2630 min
Beauty BossesTalking Brand Building and Botox with TinxFor the first episode of season three of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Devgan sits down with TikTok Star star Tinx to chat about her early experiences with botox, and how she started building her brand through social media platforms.2021-01-2836 minBeauty BossesScopes & Scrubs, three med-school students living in NYCOn this podcast, Dr. Devgan chats with the girls of Scopes & Scrubs: Lindsey, Juliana, and Marisol. They are third year MD/PhD students living in NYC who started @ScopesandScrubs to share their experience in efforts to give exposure to MD/PhD programs and inspire others. Additionally, their goal is to make science/medicine fun and provide students with the resources to excel in the STEM fields. You can find them online at https://www.scopesandscrubs.org/ or on Instagram @scopesandscrubs.2020-01-3022 minBeauty BossesStephanie Wynne Lalin and Jenny Klatt, co-founders of Jemma Wynne, a line of classic and chic jewelryPassion and creativity were the driving forces that brought Stephanie Wynne Lalin and Jenny Klatt together to launch Jemma Wynne in 2008. Guided by their uniquely sophisticated and chic sensibility, the design duo combines classic polish with relaxed femininity to create their fine jewelry collection. Together, Jenny and Stephanie breathe fresh life into precious jewels by adding their unique perspective and unexpected detail to all of their creations. Today, Jemma Wynne can boast a growing roster of celebrity fans including January Jones, Rihanna, Kristen Bell, Scarlett Johansson, Mila Kunis, Camila Alves, Reese Witherspoon and Olivia Palermo. Listen for more information as...2019-09-1126 minBeauty BossesDr. Samantha Boardman, Positive Psychiatrist and Creator of Positive PrescriptionDr. Samantha Boardman is a Positive Psychiatrist with a private practice in Manhattan. She is a Clinical Instructor in Psychiatry and Assistant Attending Psychiatrist at Weill Cornell Medical College. After a patient told Dr. Boardman that every session only made her feel worse, Samantha realized, “She was right. I knew how to dial down her misery, but I knew nothing about how to build up her strengths and cultivate wellbeing.” In response to this, Samantha went back to school and received her Masters in Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania and has been practicing Positive Psychiatry ever since. Dr. B...2019-08-2221 minBeauty BossesJacquelyn DeJesu, Founder and CEO of SHHHOWERCAPJacquelyn DeJesu is the founder and CEO of SHHHOWERCAP, a fashion forward reinvention of the shower cap that has been optimized for both form and function. As an advertising creative, Jacquelyn spent over a decade building brands at some of the world’s top agencies and has led the creative work on accounts across a range of categories. Throughout her career, Jacquelyn has been driven to create disruptive ideas by finding power in simplicity and beautiful execution. Listen as Dr. Devgan and Jacquelyn chat about hair care and the journey of entrepreneurship.2019-08-0819 minBeauty BossesJake Walker, Client Lead at GiphyJake Walker, an early employee at Giphy, climbed the ranks and currently works as a Client Lead at the popular social media company. He is also an illustrator that has been with Giphy from its early stages and he has personally contributed to its growth. Giphy completely revolutionized social media when they introduced their animated content and you can find Jake himself in their trending searches. Listen as Dr. Devgan and Jake talk about social media, trending topics, and business growth.2019-07-3123 minBeauty BossesHaley Sacks, Founder of Mrs. Dow JonesHaley Sacks is an entrepreneur and the financially savvy founder of the popular platform: Mrs. Dow Jones. Haley started her company in 2017 when she realized that financial information/content needed a millennial makeover. She took matters into her own hands and now puts out content that appeals to the masses. Mrs. Dow Jones has disrupted Wall Street and now listen as Dr. Devgan and Haley chat about everything from beauty, women in business, and Wall Street!2019-07-2428 minBeauty BossesPamela Baxter, Founder of Bonafide Beauty LabPamela Baxter is the founder of Bonafide Beauty Lab, an entrepreuner, executive, and boss lady. Pamela Baxter chats with Dr. Devgan about her role as a woman in leadership. Her innovative company, Bonafide Beauty Lab, is a beauty incubator that identifies founder led beauty businesses and provides them with funding and management services for accelerated growth. As the former President and CEO of huge name brands in the fashion world, she is a certified Beauty Boss. Listen as Dr. Devgan keeps her listeners informed and inspired during this conversation with Pamela Baxter.2019-07-1735 minBeauty BossesPamela Baxter, Founder of Bonafide Beauty LabPamela Baxter is the founder of Bonafide Beauty Lab, an entrepreuner, executive, and boss lady. Pamela Baxter chats with Dr. Devgan about her role as a woman in leadership. Her innovative company, Bonafide Beauty Lab, is a beauty incubator that identifies founder led beauty businesses and provides them with funding and management services for accelerated growth. As the former President and CEO of huge name brands in the fashion world, she is a certified Beauty Boss. Listen as Dr. Devgan keeps her listeners informed and inspired during this conversation with Pamela Baxter. 2019-07-1700 minBeauty BossesMelissa Ben-Ishay, Founder, President and Chief Product Officer of Baked by MelissaMelissa Ben-Ishay is a successful mom and baker. She is the founder of Baked by Melissa, the famous New York City-based brand that produces handmade, bite-size cupcakes and treats. Her passion for baking led her launching Baked by Melissa in 2008, with the idea that people should be able to taste more flavors without a post-dessert guilt trip.Today the company operates 14 stores and ships across the country. In October of 2017, she released her first cookbook, Cakes by Melissa. She currently serves as the company’s President and Chief Product Officer. Listen as Dr. Devgan and Melissa chat about all things bus...2019-07-1029 minBeauty BossesJeremy Adelman, Founder & Managing Partner of ArtisJeremy Adelman worked as an investment banker and corporate development consultant prior to co-founding Artis. During his previous roles, he assessed countless business pitches on products, both new and established, from like-minded creators and visionaries – all who were seeking white space opportunities and new ways to enhance their customers’ experiences. Jeremy’s ability to work across all consumer product categories armed him with the skill set and expertise he needed to develop a successful business blueprint that has since fueled Artis’ global success. Listen as Dr. Devgan keeps her listeners educated and informed.2019-06-2818 minBeauty BossesDan Browne, Co-Founder, President and CEO of RevanceDr. Devgan sits down with Dan Browne, Co-Founder, President and CEO of Revance. Revance is responsible for a new neurotoxin, DaxibotulinumtoxinA, that is expected to be on the market next year. This groundbreaking toxin is predicted to last 6 months, 2-3 months longer than all other toxins that are available now. The currently unnamed product is the first vegan toxin and is just the beginning of long acting neuromodulators. Listen as Dr. Devgan learns what’s new in the world of aesthetics and keeps her listeners educated and informed.2019-06-1409 minBeauty BossesDan Browne, Co-Founder, President and CEO of RevanceDr. Devgan sits down with Dan Browne, Co-Founder, President and CEO of Revance. Revance is responsible for a new neurotoxin, DaxibotulinumtoxinA, that is expected to be on the market next year. This groundbreaking toxin is predicted to last 6 months, 2-3 months longer than all other toxins that are available now. The currently unnamed product is the first vegan toxin and is just the beginning of long acting neuromodulators. Listen as Dr. Devgan learns what’s new in the world of aesthetics and keeps her listeners educated and informed. 2019-06-1400 minBeauty BossesSara Foster, Creative Director of Bumble, Actress, Model and TV ProducerDr. Devgan sits down with the beautiful and charismatic Sara Foster. Sara is currently the Creative Director of Bumble, a TV producer, model, actress, and mom just to mention a few. Her story to success has taken her on many different paths and often finds her working with her younger sister Erin. Listen as they discuss everything from eyebrows and lasers, to children and how we are now living in a time where women can do it all.2019-06-1434 minBeauty BossesDavid Pirrotta, Founder of David Pirrotta BrandsDr. Devgan sits down with David Pirrotta. David's career began in New York City on the cosmetic floors of Bergdorf Goodman and Barneys New York. It was there where he learned in great detail how to sell, manage, and built esteemed relationships. His extensive beauty and fashion knowledge continued to grow and evolve in varied positions: Sales and Marketing Director at Jeffre Scott New York, Sales and Education Director for red flower, Sales & Business Development Director for The Art of Shaving, and Vice President of Sales for Sharps Barber and Shop. With over 20 years of industry experience, David was inspired by...2019-06-0630 minBeauty BossesMelissa Lovy, Founder, Designer & CEO of the Melissa Lovy Jewelry BrandDr. Devgan sits down with Melissa Lovy, Founder & CEO of the Melissa Lovy brand. Melissa Lovy is an NY based jewelry brand aimed at generating mass appeal – the designs connect generations through classic shapes and versatility. Each pieces is made with 3-D printing, combining technology & fashion. It is truly the jewelry that moms buy and their daughters immediately steal. Melissa’s used her business savvy, marketing & social media expertise to bring coveted pieces to the market. As a notable female entrepreneur on the rise, she’s committed to inspiring other women to take on their dreams. Listen as Lara and Melissa di...2019-05-2117 minBeauty BossesMelissa Lovy, Founder, Designer & CEO of the Melissa Lovy Jewelry BrandDr. Devgan sits down with Melissa Lovy, Founder & CEO of the Melissa Lovy brand. Melissa Lovy is an NY based jewelry brand aimed at generating mass appeal – the designs connect generations through classic shapes and versatility. Each pieces is made with 3-D printing, combining technology & fashion. It is truly the jewelry that moms buy and their daughters immediately steal. Melissa’s used her business savvy, marketing & social media expertise to bring coveted pieces to the market. As a notable female entrepreneur on the rise, she’s committed to inspiring other women to take on their dreams. Listen as Lara and Meliss...2019-05-2100 min
Beauty BossesBaillie Riddell, Wilhelmina ModelDr. Lara Devgan sits down with Baillie Riddell the beautiful Wilhelmina Model, to chat about all things modeling, beauty, fashion and what it means to be a model in 2019. Listen as Baillie discusses how she went from an archeology major to traveling the world as a model. As a curve or plus size model Baillie has been able to work as a model but also remain healthy and happy in who she is. She now has a passion for mountain climbing and is currently training for her next big climb.2019-04-1841 minBeauty BossesBaillie Riddell, Wilhelmina ModelDr. Lara Devgan sits down with Baillie Riddell the beautiful Wilhelmina Model, to chat about all things modeling, beauty, fashion and what it means to be a model in 2019. Listen as Baillie discusses how she went from an archeology major to traveling the world as a model. As a curve or plus size model Baillie has been able to work as a model but also remain healthy and happy in who she is. She now has a passion for mountain climbing and is currently training for her next big climb. 2019-04-1800 minBeauty BossesStephanie Nass, Founder of Victory Club and Chefanie SheetsDr. Devgan sits down with Stephanie Nass, better known as Chefanie, a professionally-trained savory and pastry chef and Founder of Victory Club and Chefanie Sheets. Stephanie studied in France and then staged some of the most highly rated restaurants in Manhattan. With a passion for desserts, Stephanie caters in NYC, and her clients include celebrities, fashion designers, and media. Dr. Devgan hopes you enjoy this delicious episode.2019-01-1630 minBeauty BossesStephanie Nass, Founder of Victory Club and Chefanie SheetsDr. Devgan sits down with Stephanie Nass, better known as Chefanie, a professionally-trained savory and pastry chef and Founder of Victory Club and Chefanie Sheets. Stephanie studied in France and then staged some of the most highly rated restaurants in Manhattan. With a passion for desserts, Stephanie caters in NYC, and her clients include celebrities, fashion designers, and media. Dr. Devgan hopes you enjoy this delicious episode. 2019-01-1600 minBeauty BossesAleen Kuperman and Samantha Fishbein, Creators of BetchesAleen Kuperman and Samantha Fishbein, two of the three founders of Betches, sit down with Dr. Lara Devgan to discuss how they started their careers and developed their company from a website into a wildly successful social media and digital media company. They dish up some secrets about exciting up-coming projects including their third book, When’s Happy Hour, which will be released on October 23, 2018. They talk about some of the challenges they faced and surmounted, and how building up their confidence has helped them get through the difficult times.2018-10-0127 minBeauty BossesSharifa Murdock, Co-Owner of Liberty Fairs and Founder of Envsn FestivalListen in as fashion mogul Sharifa Murdock talks with Dr. Lara Devgan about her journey to the top of the fashion game. Sharifa is responsible for the launch of countless brands through Liberty Fairs, which she co-founded with her dear friend and mentor Sam BenAvraham. Sharifa grew up wanting to be a dancer but always loved fashion. In her early twenties she worked in the customer service department of Louis Vuitton before she took a leap of faith to leave and launch Project, one of the industry’s contemporary fashion forums. She is currently the co-founder, at Liberty Fairs where she...2018-09-2732 minBeauty BossesSeema Bansal and Sunny Chadha, Co-Founders of Venue ET FleurSeema Bansal and Sunny Chadha are partners in life and business, and that is not entirely coincidental. A disappointing Valentine’s Day bouquet prompted them to jointly find a better answer to a question many have asked but very few have decently answered: how can you make those beautiful flowers last? In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan speaks with Seema and Sunny about bootstrapping their business, working together as a couple, and the boost their business got after being flagged by the Kardashians.2018-09-1731 minBeauty BossesMarikh Mathias, Bachelor Contestant and Business OwnerMarikh Mathias ended up not finding love on the latest season of The Bachelor but luckily for her this was but one of the many things she has going on in her active life. In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan speaks with Marikh Mathias about what goes on behinds the scenes in the house on The Bachelor, running her own restaurant, and the next steps in her already stellar career.2018-09-0421 minBeauty BossesJoey Zauzig, Fashion Influencer and LGBT ActivistJoey Zauzig came to New York City to launch a career in public relations and broadcast journalism but ended up becoming a leading fashion influencer on social media, an LGBT activist and a health & wellness advocate. On this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan talks to Joey about why social media is the new normal in marketing, just how much hard work goes into looking relaxed on Instagram, and why being comfortable with yourself the key to style and happiness.2018-08-3151 min
Beauty BossesKatia Beauchamp, Co-Founder of BirchboxFor Katia Beauchamp there had to be a better way to find great cosmetics than the status quo which was "frustrating, inefficient, and confusing". That is why she, together with Hayley Barna, founded Birchbox which allows customers to learn about new products through monthly samples, and then offers them a convenient on-line place to buy the products they like.In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Katia Beauchamp talks with Dr. Lara Devgan about why having a months' long waitlist for your product is not as much fun as it sounds, revolutionizing beauty shopping, and juggling motherhood and entrepreneurship.2018-08-2339 minBeauty BossesLauren Schwab and Marissa Vosper, Co-Founders of Negative UnderwearFor Lauren Schwab and Marissa Vosper, being negative isn't bad if it means rejecting everything you don't like about something, and keeping only the things you do. For them this meant creating a line of intimates that ditched the uncomfortable designs, silly frills and embarrassing advertising, and became a cult-favorite line of lingerie. In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan talks with Lauren and Marissa about how it took four years to become an overnight success, selling out of the their best-selling product ten times, and why confidence is the key to beauty.2018-07-2830 minBeauty BossesTanya Zuckerbrot, Founder of F-FactorTanya Zuckerbrot wondered why some people can eat whatever they want until their heart's content while others see even the slightest dietary peccadilloes betrayed by their waistline. Putting her masters-level training in nutrition to work, Tanya formulated the F-Factor diet which made fiber fabulous and turned Tanya into THE person fashionable New Yorkers go to when they seek to shed a few pounds. In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Tanya Zuckerbrot talks to Dr. Lara Devgan about why perseverance is the key to success and happiness, and why life is too short to not have a bite (or three) of yo...2018-07-1758 minBeauty BossesTanya Zuckerbrot, Founder of F-FactorTanya Zuckerbrot wondered why some people can eat whatever they want to their heart's content, while others will see any dietary peccadillo immediately betrayed by their waistline. Putting her masters-level training in nutrition to work, she came up with the F-Factor diet which made fiber fabulous and turned Tanya into THE person fashionable New Yorkers go to when they want to shed a few pounds. In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan talks with Tanya about how perseverance is the key to success and happiness, and why life is too short to not enjoy a bite (or three) o...2018-07-1758 minBeauty BossesDivya Gugnani, Founder of Wander BeautyIn 2014, Divya Gugnani and Lindsay Ellingson decided that the best solution to dealing with the overwhelming offering of new beauty products on the market as to, well..., to bring to market a new product! Four years and millions of sold products later, the consumer clearly agrees that there is a durable demand for Wander Beauty's high quality and fuss-free make-up. In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan talks to Divya Gugnani about her journey as a serial entrepreneur, mom and beauty maven.2018-07-0832 minBeauty BossesBeauty Bosses: Episode 23 with Alexandra Wilkis Wilson, Gilt Groupe Co-FounderPioneering the world of online sample sales and on-demand beauty, we have to thank no other than the serial entrepreneur and co-founder behind behind Gilt Groupe, GlamSquad and Fitz - Alexandra Wilkis Wilson. Alexandra speaks to her experiences launching start-ups and shares advice for budding entrepreneurs looking to explore their passions. In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan talks to Alexandra about her success journey, and how her mother and grandmother shaped her idea that happy people are beautiful, and beauty comes from within.2018-06-1143 minBeauty BossesBeauty Bosses: Episode 22 with Verena von Pfetten, founder of GossamerVerena von Pfetten, a fashion and lifestyle writer who has contributed to many leading publications including Vogue and the Huffington Post, isn't about to do anything without a bit of class and creativity. And that includes launching Gossamer, a glossy new magazine "for people who also smoke weed." In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan talks with Verena von Pfetten about why it is time to drop all the negative connotations around cannabis and how you explain to your dad why you're quitting writing for the New York Times so you can launch "a magazine about pot".2018-06-021h 01Beauty BossesBeauty Bosses: Episode 21 with Gwen Whiting and Lindsey Boyd, founders of The LaundressSo after many, many years you finally manage to fill up your closet with at least a bunch of the clothes you've been pining for for so long, only for those prized pieces to be worn (or washed...) too rarely because they are labelled: "Dry Cleaning Only" and life is too short (and too busy and too expensive) to want to deal with that. If you recognize yourself in this, well, then you are in the good company of Gwen Whiting and Lindsey Boyd, the founders of The Laundress. In this episode of Beauty Bosses, they talk with Dr. Lara De...2018-05-3031 minBeauty BossesBeauty Bosses: Episode 20 with Bryce Scarlett, Celebrity Hair StylistIf Natalie Portman, Bella and Gigi Hadid, Emma Stone, Margot Robbie, Lily Aldridge, Rachel McAdams, Kate Upton and countless other stunning celebrities trust him with their hair, then Bryce Scarlett probably does know a thing or two about beauty! In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan talks to Bryce Scarlett about how he became a real boss in the hair styling business and his personal, and compelling, definition of beauty.2018-05-2340 minBeauty BossesBeauty Bosses: Episode 19 with Kate Ward and Lindsay Mannering of BustleIn less than 5 years Bustle has grown from an idea into a site that attracts 80 million women who love the eclectic content mix that ranges from career advice and book reviews to fashion trends and popular memes. In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan talks to Kate Ward, Bustle's Editor-In-Chief, and Lindsay Mannering, Vice President of Editorial Strategy, about how they ended up at the same company but reached it very different ways, and why there should be no shame in plastic surgery.2018-05-1744 minBeauty BossesBeauty Bosses: Episode 18 with Jennifer Bandier, founder of BandierIf some of the best business ideas stem from an entrepreneur's solution to a problem they are trying to solve for themselves, then there is no better example than Bandier. Jennifer Bandier started walking a lot as way to recover from a foot fracture, but she was frustrated that athletic wear was more frump than fashionista. So she decided to start the "Barney's of athleisure wear", and, in 2014, she did just that. Dr. Lara Devgan talks with Jennifer Bandier about how she went from managing R&B trio TLC to managing a quintet of high-end fashion boutiques, and how, through sheer...2018-05-1532 minBeauty BossesBeauty Bosses: Episode 17 with Natalie Kraiem, celebrated interior designerNatalie Kraiem is now an award-winning interior designer but she did not follow a traditional path to get there. Even though aesthetics were always very much a part of her life growing up in Buenos Aires, Argentina, she also had a knack for numbers and forged ahead with a career in finance. After moving to New York City to work as a private banker, Natalie decorated her apartment with her architect mother and felt inspired to go back to her first love: design. On this episode of Beauty Bosses, Natalie speaks with Dr. Lara Devgan about knowing the moment office wo...2018-05-0826 minBeauty BossesBeauty Bosses: Episode 16 with Jennifer Vaughan Maanavi and Tanya Becker, Founders of Physique 57In the wake of her favorite ballet-inspired fitness studio closing, Jennifer Vaughan Maanavi saw an opportunity to open her own replacement studio. Jennifer left her Wall Street job and teamed up with Tanya Becker, a leading Lotte Berk Method instructor, to create a modern Lotte Berk inspired workout – Physique 57. In 2006, the duo opened their first Physique 57 studio on West 57th Street, where it became an overnight success, with long waitlists, celebrity clients and talk of studio expansions. On this episode of Beauty Bosses, Jennifer and Tanya speak with Dr. Lara Devgan about defining the concept of boutique fitness before it was...2018-05-0729 minBeauty BossesBeauty Bosses: Episode 15 with Philip Burchard, CEO of MerzWhen Philip Burchard took the reins of family-owned Merz, the more than 100 year-old German company had diversified into wide array of pharmaceutical products. Recognizing the potential of some key Merz products, Philip refocused the company primarily on aesthetics and neurotoxins while relentlessly growing the business geographically. Six years later, it is thriving in an industry otherwise dominated by multi-national behemoths. Dr. Lara Devgan talks with Philip Burchard, CEO of Merz, about why Christie Brinkley is a great spokesperson for the company, the need for continuous innovation, and why a boss is personally responsible for his or her employees' well-being.2018-05-0331 minBeauty BossesBeauty Bosses: Episode 14 with Jasmine Lobe, Columnist for the ObserverJasmine Lobe graduated from Vassar full of ideals about #GirlPower. Spending six years in Los Angeles as a young actress left her with a slightly more jaded view of how the world really works. Writing about those experiences led her back to New York where she took over Candace Bushnell's famous Observer column which served as the basis for Sex and the City. Dr. Lara Devgan talks with Jasmine Lobe about her #MeToo experiences with some well-known protagonists and how beauty is all about feeling confident in the way you look.2018-04-2936 minBeauty BossesBeauty Bosses: Episode 13 with Aidan Donnelley Rowley, acclaimed writerAidan Donnelley Rowley, a Yale and Columbia-educated lawyer, realized that secret dream of probably every young lawyer: quit it all and write a successful novel. What stayed firmly secret however was how alcohol was playing an increasingly large role in her life as she dealt with the challenges of being a mom to three young daughters. She realized that, as a writer, she could add nuance to the discussion and she started to write increasingly about drinking while partaking ever less in it. In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan talks with Aidan Donnelley Rowley about motherhood, beauty, and h...2018-04-2731 minBeauty BossesBeauty Bosses: Episode 12 with Nell Diamond from Hill House HomeWhen Nell Diamond was looking for bedding for her first "grown-up" apartment she faced the classic dilemma of being priced out of what she liked while being unimpressed with what she could afford. So she joined her business school's incubator and turned a life-long passion for design and decorating into Hill House Home which purveys luxury bedlinen at reasonable prices. In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Nell Diamond talks to Dr. Lara Devgan about the high ups and deep lows of starting a business, the crazy things people monogram on their bedding, and making her girlhood dream of getting a cano...2018-04-1946 minBeauty BossesBeauty Bosses: Episode 11 with Marvin Eisenstadt, inventor of Sweet'N LowMarvin Eisenstadt was a young man helping build his father's company, Cumberland Packaging Corp., which had invented the sugar packet only a few years earlier. Marvin had been tinkering with saccharin, a powerful sweetener, when he found that by combining it with certain other chemical compounds he could make a new sweetener that tasted much better than saccharin alone, and had a fraction of the calories of sugar. This was the beginning of the Sweet'N Low story which changed the way we sweeten our beverages. Now, more than 60 years and 500 billion packets later, Marvin Eisenstadt shares his and his family's sto...2018-04-1836 minBeauty BossesBeauty Bosses: Episode 10 with Jill Kargman, writer and actressJill Kargman was a mom and writer living on New York's fancy Upper East Side. She had always marched to the beat of her own drum but when her daughter asked why she didn't have red soles on her shoes like all the other moms she knew she had a story to tell. Dr. Lara Devgan talks with the irrepressible Jill Kargman about being, writing and playing the Odd Mom Out, how battling cancer twice before the age of 35 makes you fearless and why, even though she hates sports and being outside, she still talks like a sailor.2018-04-1158 minBeauty BossesBeauty Bosses: Episode 9 with Sarah Hoover from GagosianSarah Hoover's grandfather used to always take her to art museums when she was growing up, so it was not entirely surprising that she ended up as a graduate student studying art. On a whim, however, she applied for and landed a job with Larry Gagosian. That decisively bent her career path away from the hallowed halls of academe to the fast-paced, dynamic world of contemporary art. Dr. Lara Devgan talks to Sarah Hoover about working at the most successful gallery in the world and what it takes to represent some of the most prominent artists from around the globe.2018-04-1141 minBeauty BossesBeauty Bosses: Episode 8 with Cece Barfield Thompson, acclaimed New York Interior DesignerCeCe Barfield Thompson had a dream job with Bunny Williams, the doyenne of Upper East Side chic, and could not imagine working anywhere else. However, with motherhood, her entrepreneurial genes kicked in (her parents and grandparents owned businesses) and she decided to strike out on her own. Since then she has built CeCe Barfield, Inc. into a leading New York design firm featured in all the main national and international design and architectural magazines. Dr. Lara Devgan talks to CeCe Barfield Thompson about how you can never have enough closet space in New York, how to stem the tide of ki...2018-04-0435 minBeauty BossesBeauty Bosses: Episode 7 with Brett Heyman, founder of Edie ParkerBrett Heyman was still a teenager living in Los Angeles when she bought her first 1950s acrylic clutch at a thrift shop on Melrose Avenue. Over the years, Brett's enthusiasm for these vintage bags only grew and so did her collection which, by the time she was a senior PR person for Gucci in New York, numbered over 100 bags. When her first child arrived, the appeal of 6 annual trips to Milan quickly faded, and she decided to turn her passion into her profession. In Episode 7, Dr. Lara Devgan talks with Edie Parker founder, Brett Heyman, about how she went from des...2018-04-0429 minBeauty BossesBeauty Bosses: Episode 6 with Georgia Louise of Georgia Louise AtelierEven though clients at the London spa where Georgia Louise worked kept asking for her, her bosses were not impressed. Georgia pampered her clients by mixing various skin care products to create a perfect, tailor-made blend for each of them. Clients loved it, but Georgia's bosses wanted her to stick to protocol. Feeling constricted, Georgia, then barely out of her teens, started her own spa and now, nearly 20 years later, she takes care of some of the most beautiful and best-known faces on the planet including Cate Blanchett, Emma Stone and Jennifer Lawrence. In Episode 6 of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devg...2018-04-0136 minBeauty BossesBeauty Bosses: Episode 5 with Sarah Maslin Nir from the New York TimesSarah Maslin Nir, a New York Times journalist, saw first-hand the less attractive side of the beauty industry when she wrote Unvarnished, an expose of working conditions in nail salons for which she was a Pulitzer finalist and which spurred regulatory changes. Luckily, in this episode of Beauty Bosses with Dr. Lara Devgan she reveals that she still believes in the beauty inherent every single person she encounters.2018-03-2834 minBeauty BossesBeauty Bosses: Episode 4 with Dr. Andi Miro and Dr. Michael Apa, Cosmetic DentistsAndi Miro was a first year dental student at NYU when a talk by Dr. Michael Apa inspired her to become a cosmetic dentist. Little did she know that just a few years later she would be working with Dr. Apa who took your friendly uncle’s profession and built a global cosmetic dentistry powerhouse on it. In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan talks to Andi and Michael about how aging impacts your smile, about building an international clientele and what the Tooth-Fairy really should have given you when you were 7.2018-03-2828 minBeauty BossesBeauty Bosses: Episode 3 with Julia S. Powell, acclaimed modern artistJulia S. Powell was a successful Stanford-trained lawyer who kept getting asked by family and friends to create artwork for wedding invitations. When her brothers gifted her a set of oil paints and started buying her paintings, she knew it was time to figure out how to make a career in art work. In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan talks to Julia S. Powell about how she transitioned, in the span a few years, from drafting contracts to becoming an increasingly prominent painter with a clientele from around the globe.2018-03-2536 minBeauty BossesBeauty Bosses: Episode 2 with Amanda Freeman from SLTAmanda Freeman is an amazing entrepreneur who founded and built SLT into one of the most popular boutique fitness chains. In this episode of Beauty Bosses, she talks to Dr. Lara Devgan about the story of starting her business and wellness in general.2018-03-2121 minBeauty BossesBeauty Bosses: Episode 1 With Stephanie Gottlieb from Stephanie Gottlieb Fine JewelryStephanie Gottlieb is a remarkable woman entrepreneur who founded the eponymous jewelry line. In this episode of Beauty Bosses, she talks to Dr. Lara Devgan about her amazing story starting and building her business.2018-03-1423 minBeauty BossesBeauty Bosses: Introducing Dr. Lara Devgan's PodcastI'm Dr. Lara Devgan, and I'm a plastic surgeon in New York City, the CEO of Scientific Beauty, and of course, a major beauty enthusiast. You are listening to Beauty Bosses, where we chat with fellow industry leaders who are shaping beauty, fashion, wellness, and all things pretty.2018-03-1200 min