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Smart BeautyMake Love Not Porn: Cindy Gallop on fixing sex education for the digital ageWhat happens when hardcore pornography becomes sex education by default? Cindy Gallop has spent 16 years fighting to change that. In this essential conversation, the founder and CEO of Make Love Not Porn explains why her platform showing real-world, loving sexual relationships is more urgent than ever. From the rise of incel culture to shows like 'Adolescence,' Cindy breaks down how the absence of honest conversations about sex is shaping an entire generation, and shares her accidental journey from a viral TED Talk to creating what she calls the "documentary" to porn's "Hollywood blockbuster."We dive deep...2025-06-2742 min
Smart BeautyDemystifying the world of scent with Karen GilbertEver wondered what really goes on behind the scenes in perfumery? Our latest episode with fragrance educator and author Karen Gilbert helps lift the lid on the "smoke and mirrors" world of fragrance.From accidentally falling into perfumery to becoming one of the most respected voices in fragrance education, Karen talks about why that "pheromone perfume" trend is complete nonsense, how your nose is basically connected to your emotions and memories, the shocking truth about how commercial fragrances are REALLY made, and why scent is literally the best salesperson for your products.Karen has authored...2025-06-2539 min
Smart BeautyHow to get retailers to stock your product, with Louisa HarrisWhat are beauty buyers really looking for? In this episode, Viola sits down with Louisa Harris, Beauty Director at Debenhams, for an insightful conversation about her remarkable 15-year journey through the beauty retail industry. From working weekends at the YSL counter in Boots to leading beauty strategy at Debenhams, Louisa shares her career progression through Harvey Nichols, House of Fraser, QVC, and seven transformative years at Cult Beauty during its meteoric rise from startup to acquisition by THG.Louisa reveals what beauty buyers really look for when evaluating new brands, the biggest mistakes brands make when pitching...2025-06-1741 min
Kaikki rakastaa ysäriäLeevi and the Leavings, 90-luvun Suomi-indie ja Tommi ForsströmNyt on amerikanmeininki. Jaksossa soitetaan New Jerseyhin ja keskustellaan Töölössä kasvamisesta, ysäri-indiestä ja siitä, kuinka pitkä matka piti kulkea, että pystyi hurahtamaan kovaa Leevi and the Leavingsiin.Vieraana on Tommi Forsström, joka on tuttu monesta asiasta ennen Amerikkaan muuttoaan. Esimerkiksi If Society -levy-yhtiöstä, Oranssiklubista ja hyvin eklektisestä bändikatraasta: Hero Dishonest, Sissy Spacek, Echo Is Your Love ja Viola.Keskustelussa mainitaan myös Tommin vetämä projekti, jossa kuunnellaan Leevi-tuotannon jokainen biisi. Projekti löytyy osoitteesta https://facebook.com/groups/leeviprojekti Ota osaa kesku...2025-06-171h 45
Smart BeautyLee Pycroft on makeup and mental health“I went in with a mindset very much of how can I leave people better off for me having been here.” Really delighted to talk to Lee Pycroft a renowned makeup artist turned registered psychotherapist who has worked with A-list celebrities as well as the top supermodels of the 90s – Cindy and Claudia to name but a few. While people are quick to dismiss the beauty world as ‘frivolous fun’ or ‘shallow’, Lee talks about how beauty rituals can be a valid form of therapy, as made evident through her charity work with vulnerable communities such as domestic abuse...2025-06-0950 min
Smart BeautyFollowing your own star: Mandy Aftel on natural perfumesIn this episode, I sit down with Mandy Aftel, founder of Aftelier Perfumes and a leading voice in natural perfumery for over 30 years. Mandy shares her remarkable journey from psychotherapist to perfumer, and how researching a novel with a perfumer character led her to discover her true calling.We explore the philosophy behind her successful small-scale business model that prioritises quality and personal connection over rapid growth, and discuss her influential book "Essence and Alchemy," published in 16 languages.Mandy offers insights into the profound human connection with natural essences, the differences between natural and synthetic...2025-05-1654 min
Smart BeautyThe brilliance of British perfumery, with Barnes Fragrance Fayre founder Amanda CarrIn this episode we're joined by Amanda Carr, founder of the Barnes Fragrance Fair, trend forecaster, and co-founder of We Wear Perfume. Amanda shares how her "accidental" creation has become a key event in the UK fragrance calendar, providing a platform for independent British perfume brands. We discuss the fair's village fête atmosphere that contrasts with traditional retail experiences, current fragrance trends from enduring gourmands to sustainability initiatives, and the fascinating connection between scent, music, and wellness. Amanda offers insights into the evolving British perfume industry and how young men are increasingly using fragrance as an emotional connector a...2025-04-2846 min
Smart BeautyPoppy King on the magic of lipstick and how she built her empireToday we're delighted to be joined by beauty pioneer Poppy King, founder of multiple iconic lipstick brands including Poppy and Lipstick Queen. Starting her first company at just 18, Poppy shares her remarkable 32-year journey through the beauty industry and her philosophy that lipstick is more than cosmetic, it's transformative.Poppy reveals why Willy Wonka became her unlikely business muse, discusses the "witch vs. princess" dichotomy in beauty, and explains what makes a lipstick truly iconic versus merely trendy. She offers candid insights on sustainability challenges, performative diversity in the industry, and her mission to create innovative lip...2025-04-2149 min
Smart BeautyHow Only Curls' founder Lizzie Carter is revolutionising curly haircareIn this episode of Smart Beauty, we sit down with Lizzie Carter, founder of the beloved curly hair brand Only Curls. Starting with just £500 in savings and a vision to celebrate rather than "tame" curly hair, Lizzie has built a thriving business that recently launched in 390 Boots stores nationwide.Lizzie shares her journey from hand-sewing product labels in front of the TV to creating a passionate community of curly-haired customers who literally help organise the brand's retail shelves. She candidly discusses how her own experiences as "Frizzy Lizzie" and frustrations with outdated curly hair products inspired her t...2025-04-1451 min
Smart BeautyBeyond the beauty hype with journalist and trend-forecaster Louise WhitbreadGoing back to her writer roots, Viola speaks with her long-time industry colleague and beauty journalist Louise Whitbread about her journey into cosmetic science education. Going beyond typical beauty reporting, Louise reveals how her scientific training has equipped her to challenge dubious marketing claims and provide readers with evidence-based beauty insights.The conversation cuts through industry misinformation, exposing how terms like "clean beauty" and "toxic ingredients" are often misused to drive sales rather than educate consumers. Louise shares insider perspectives on misleading sustainability claims, debunks myths about demonised ingredients like parabens and silicones, and discusses exciting innovations...2025-04-0751 min
Smart BeautyHow The Glowcery's Roshanne Dorsett transformed personal burnout into an award-winning beauty brandIn this episode, we sit down with Roshanne Dorsett, founder of The Glowcery, a whole food superfood skincare brand founded on the belief that what you put on your body should be as nutritious as what you put into it.Roshanne shares her remarkable journey from working in criminal and human rights law to becoming a natural skincare formulator and entrepreneur. Burned out from the emotional toll of handling high-intensity legal cases, she found her way back to herself through wellness and eventually launched The Glowcery with a mission to create nutrient-rich, sustainable skincare products....2025-03-2441 min
Smart BeautyBuilding beauty empires – global brand strategy with Anna ValeIn this episode of Smart Beauty, host Viola speaks with Anna Vale, a powerhouse independent consultant specialising in scaling indie beauty brands through strategic marketing leadership. With more than two decades of experience spanning executive roles across the US, UK, and Middle East, Anna shares her expertise on navigating the complex beauty landscape.Based in New York, Anna has collaborated with an impressive roster of brands including Youth To The People, Crown Affair, Provence Beauty, Estée Lauder, Tom Ford Beauty, Charlotte Tilbury, and many others. As a consultant who specialises in brands within the Sephora and U...2025-03-1749 min
Carl-Auer Sounds of ScienceS2 #3 Gruppen:Dynamik – Gruppendynamik und angewandte ImprovisationDieses Special bei Carl-Auer Sounds of Science bietet auch in der zweiten Staffel Gespräche, die Mag.a Dr.in Maria Spindler mit Autor:innen eines bedeutenden Buches führt, das sie gemeinsam mit Mag.a Dr.in Ruth E. Lerchster herausgegeben hat: Gruppen:Dynamik – Die Gestaltung dynamischer Prozesse für Leadership, Beratung, Teams und Organisationen im 21. Jahrhundert.
Im Gespräch mit Maria Spindler und Susanne Schinko-Fischli gilt der Blick den Themen Rahmensetzung, Kontext und gemeinsame kooperative Kultur. Wie verhalten sich Improvisationstheater und Gruppendynamik zueinander? Was lehrt uns ein Blick in die Anfänge bei Jacob Levy Moreno und Viola Spolin...2025-03-1341 min
Smart BeautyWild Source founder Kate Kaye on creating a "meditation-infused" skincare brandIn this episode, we sit down with Kate Kaye, founder of Wild Source - a holistic skincare brand born at her kitchen table that now graces the shelves of Liberty London. Based in Bristol, Kate shares her entrepreneurial journey from creating beauty products at age eight to building a brand that fuses skincare with spiritual wellness.She candidly discusses the challenges of launching without prior business experience, the realities of breaking into luxury retail, and how motherhood deepened her connection to beauty rituals as self-care moments. Kate offers insights on maintaining brand authenticity, the importance of creating...2025-03-1037 min
Carl-Auer Sounds of ScienceS2 #2 Gruppen:Dynamik – Demokratie, Kooperation, PartizipationDieses Special bei Carl-Auer Sounds of Science bietet auch in der zweiten Staffel Gespräche, die Mag.a Dr.in Maria Spindler mit Autor:innen eines bedeutenden Buches führt, das sie gemeinsam mit Mag.a Dr.in Ruth E. Lerchster herausgegeben hat: Gruppen:Dynamik – Die Gestaltung dynamischer Prozesse für Leadership, Beratung, Teams und Organisationen im 21. Jahrhundert.
Im Gespräch mit Mag.a Susanne Schinko-Fischli und Dr. phil. Claudius Fischli werden die Bedeutung von Gruppendynamik für Kooperation und Partizipation im 21. Jahrhundert augenfällig, wie das Buch Gruppen:Dynamik es genau avisiert. Dies besonders mit Rückblick auch auf den Begin...2025-03-0636 min
Smart Beauty"If I spend money on branding, when will I see a return on my investment?"In this special "bottle episode" of the Smart Beauty Podcast, host Viola Levy answers the question on every beauty entrepreneur's mind: "If I spend money on branding, when will I actually see a return?" Cutting through the fluff, Viola breaks down exactly how branding investments pay off across three key timeframes: immediate positioning benefits, mid-term pricing power, and long-term customer loyalty. Using real-world examples from beauty brands like Glossier, La Mer, and Fenty Beauty, she provides a practical roadmap for identifying when your branding investment is working and how to measure its impact on your bottom line. Perfect for...2025-02-2809 min
Smart BeautyAgnes Cazin on The Buzz of Beauty Festival and elevating Black entrepreneursIn this episode, we sit down with beauty mogul Agnes Cazin, the visionary force behind branding and communications agency Haiti73 she is about to launch the inaugural Buzz of Beauty Festival “for the girls who shop at Selfridges and get their hair done in Peckham” which takes place at London's Africa Centre, Saturday 29th-Sunday 30th March 2025. With a career spanning global beauty giants like L’Oréal, Unilever, ORS, Puig, and Cantu, Agnes has dedicated herself to bridging the gap between Black consumers and the beauty industry. We discuss her journey from producing fashion shows and music videos...2025-02-2635 min
Smart BeautyHow to get your brand into top retailers – insider tips from Francesca CherruaultIn this episode, we chat with Francesca Cherruault, founder of Filthy Brands, about shaking up the fragrance industry and championing independent brands. From her early days at Escentric Molecules to launching her own distribution agency, Francesca shares insights on how consumer buying habits have evolved, the power of brand storytelling, and what it takes to get a niche fragrance onto the shelves of top retailers. Tune in for a candid and inspiring look behind the scenes of luxury fragrance distribution.filthybrands.com2025-02-1853 min
Smart BeautyAddressing colourism in the beauty industry, with Fizah PashaIn this episode, we sit down with Fizah Pasha, founder of Brulée Beauty, to discuss her journey in tackling colourism within the beauty industry. With over 15 years of experience as a makeup artist, Fizah saw a gap in the market for makeup that truly caters to South Asian and other under-represented skin tones. Reflecting on her own experiences with colourism growing up, she created a brand that goes beyond the traditional beauty standards, offering products designed for, in her words, "golden and in-between" skin tones and encouraging customers to expect more than just having to mix different shades t...2025-02-0445 min
Voice of the ArtsAn Everlasting Sound with Tuesday Musical ClubTuesday Musical Club is featuring African American Composers in their next recital on February 11th!
Organizer of the recital and pianist, Janet Stivanson, discusses the program for the concert.
Janet will be accompanying violinist Stephanie Swoveland in a Suite for Violin and Piano by William Grant Still. She will also be accompanying Terri Denmon-Agin in a contemporary suite, Legends by Valerie Colman.
Soprano Sarah Richards will be returning to perform Three Spirituals by Harry Burleigh. John McCarthy will play the viola in a Florence Price piece, and the whole program will end with a lively rendition of Price's Piano Quintet...2025-02-0313 min
Smart BeautyAzzi Glasser on celebrity scents and conquering #PerfumeTokIn this episode, Viola chats to the renowned Azzi Glasser, who has spent over three decades designing bespoke fragrances for Hollywood's elite. Azzi shares the story of how she first entered the fragrance world, her journey from creating iconic scents for names like Kylie Minogue and Helena Bonham Carter to becoming a sought-after creator for top celebrities.We discuss the powerful role fragrance plays in personal expression, confidence, and how it can truly transform one's mood or character. Azzi also reflects on the evolution of the fragrance industry and her pioneering role in making scents an essential...2025-01-2351 min
Smart BeautyStanding on business – sustainably – with Rebecca Jaquest, Founder of NyitaToday, we’re thrilled to welcome the brilliant Rebecca Jaquest, founder of Nyita, a brand that’s redefining luxury beauty with its unwavering commitment to ethical and sustainable practices.Sustainability is often seen as a non-negotiable in today’s beauty market, but Nyita takes it to a level we rarely encounter. From rethinking extraction methods to developing their patent-pending sunflower wax candle—a sustainable alternative to soy—Rebecca and her team are pushing the boundaries of innovation and environmental responsibility.In this episode, we’ll explore the often-overlooked complexities of natural ingredient extraction and the challenges o...2025-01-1733 min
Smart BeautyHow to avoid telling the same old story with Viola LevyIn this mini episode of the Smart Beauty Podcast, host Viola Levy tackles a challenge many beauty brands face: crafting a brand story that truly stands out. Viola discusses the pitfalls of relying on overused narratives, like the familiar “I couldn’t find anything on the shelves, so I made my own,” and explores how to dig deeper to create a compelling, emotionally resonant story that captures the hearts of customers, retailers, and investors alike.Drawing on her extensive experience as a beauty editor and branding expert, Viola shares practical insights on how to refine your brand’s narrat...2025-01-1607 min
Smart BeautyRedefining luxury beauty: inclusivity and representation with Deborah JohnsonWhat does "luxury" really mean in the beauty industry today? In this episode, host Viola Levy sits down with long-time industry friend and beauty PR powerhouse, Deborah Johnson. With over 17 years of experience in the beauty industry, Deborah shares insights into her journey from agency life to running her own consultancy. The conversation dives deep into the evolving role of Black consumers in luxury beauty, the need for inclusivity beyond token gestures, and redefining what "luxury" truly means. Tune in for an engaging discussion on representation, equity, and the future of beauty branding.deborahtjohnson.com...2025-01-0953 min
Smart BeautyPro-ageing in beauty: a candid conversation with Millie Kendall OBEIn this special episode, we speak to Millie Kendall OBE, serial entrepreneur, founder of British Beauty Week and CEO of the British Beauty Council, to discuss one of the most critical shifts in the beauty industry today: pro-ageing messaging and representation.With over three decades of experience, Millie is a leading voice advocating for inclusivity, transparency, and empowering beauty standards. Together, Viola and Millie explore how attitudes toward ageing are evolving, the rise of the menopause care market, and the role of wellness in shaping a more holistic approach to beauty. They also dive into the balance...2024-12-1644 min
Smart BeautyEstée Lalonde on authenticity, ambition & building Mirror WaterToday, we're chatting with the inspiring Estée Lalonde. From her early days as a beloved content creator to becoming the founder of the wellness-focused brand Mirror Water, the Canadian-born Londoner had a truly inspiring journey.In this episode, Estée is honest about the ups and downs of living life online, how she stays true to herself in an ever-evolving digital landscape, and what it’s really like to juggle being a brand founder and a public figure. She opens up about the challenges of anxiety, judgement, and the pressure to “always get it right,” while still fo...2024-12-0844 min
Smart BeautyBreaking boundaries in beauty with Former Liberty Head of Beauty Buying Rhea Cartwright (Part 2)Today, we’re diving back into the second part of my conversation with the brilliant Rhea Cartwright. If you missed part one, I highly recommend going back to listen, as we explored Rhea’s fascinating career journey and her advice for navigating the beauty industry.In this episode, we take a closer look at her time as Head of Beauty Buying at Liberty London. Rhea shares her invaluable perspective on what it takes for a beauty brand to stand out in a competitive space—spoiler alert: storytelling is key. She also reveals exactly how to capture the attent...2024-12-0241 min
Smart BeautyBreaking boundaries in beauty with Former Liberty Head of Beauty Buying Rhea Cartwright (Part 1)In this episode, I’m joined by the brilliant Rhea Cartwright, a trailblazer in the beauty industry whose career spans everything from sales and training roles on the shop floor to becoming the first—and only—Black Head of Beauty Buying in the UK at Liberty. Rhea’s career is as diverse as it is impressive. She began working in beauty during her university days, gaining invaluable experience on the shop floor before moving into roles at luxury brands like Oskia and Chantecaille. Later, she became Head of Operations at a facial clinic, qualified as a facialist, and worked as a con...2024-11-2438 min
The Perfume Making PodcastScent as Story - How to Build a Brand that CaptivatesThis week on the show Karen is joined by Viola Levy, journalist, founder of branding agency ‘Smart, Beauty Creative” and host of the Smart Beauty podcast, a show for beauty business owners who are looking to hone their brand voice. Getting the story of your brand and your products right is essential, and can be the difference between success and failure. That’s why, in this interview, Viola and Karen cover all you need to know about transforming your business from a retailer to a storyteller. KEY TAKEAWAYS Viola started her career as a journal...2024-11-1849 min
Smart BeautyHow Cult Beauty changed the digital beauty landscape – with co-founder and former CEO Alexia IngeIn this episode, we dive into the remarkable journey of Alexia Inge, co-founder of Cult Beauty, one of the first purely digital beauty retailers that reshaped the online beauty landscape. From the early days of 2008, when the internet was still uncharted territory for many in the beauty world—one brand memorably responded to Alexia’s pitch by asking, “The internet, that’s eBay, right?”—to becoming the go-to destination for digital-first, independent beauty brands, Cult Beauty carved out a unique space with its highly curated, storytelling approach.Alexia shares her experiences of challenging traditional retail norms and building a p...2024-11-041h 11
Smart BeautyGet your PR act together – with Kelly Marks, founder of Pure PRIn our latest episode, we’re joined by the industry veteran Kelly Marks, co-founder of Pure PR, an agency that has been shaping the beauty landscape for 25 years. From growing up surrounded by the industry, thanks to her father’s pioneering beauty business, to working alongside PR legend Jenny Halpern, Kelly’s career has been a journey of innovation, passion, and strategic brilliance. With Pure PR, Kelly has helped iconic brands like Malin + Goetz, MoroccanOil, and e.l.f. Cosmetics rise to prominence, all while championing sustainability and integrity.We chat about the true value of PR and ho...2024-10-2346 min
Smart BeautyThe rise of doctor-led skincare with Dr Sabrina ShahWe dive into the burgeoning world of doctor-led skincare with Dr Sabrina Shah, a distinguished UK-trained oculoplastic surgeon and aesthetic practitioner. With decades of experience and a remarkable array of accolades, Dr Sabrina recognised a crucial gap in effective, science-backed solutions for the delicate eye area. She shares her journey of creating her eponymous skincare brand, designed to tackle concerns like dark circles, puffiness, fine lines, and wrinkles using clinically proven ingredients supported by independent studies.Discover the challenges and successes of building a skincare brand grounded in medical expertise, and learn how Dr Sabrina is reshaping...2024-10-1154 min
Smart BeautyThe tricky situation with LUSH & The Body Shop Joining us once again is Sarah McCartney, founder and perfumer of 4160Tuesdays, who shares her insider perspective on the ongoing tension between LUSH and The Body Shop—intensified by LUSH’s latest collection, "The LUSH Version." This range has sparked controversy for putting LUSH's own twist on some of The Body Shop’s most iconic products. For context, LUSH founder Mark Constantine (pronounced "tine" like "twine") was once the formulator for The Body Shop's late founder, Anita Roddick. Their relationship soured after Roddick sold the brand to L’Oréal. Constantine played a key role in developing many of The Body...2024-09-271h 02
Smart BeautyTransforming eczema care with Lauren Bell, founder of Cosi CareIn this special episode for National Eczema Week, we’re excited to feature Lauren Bell, the innovative founder of Cosi Care.Lauren’s mission to address eczema began with a deeply personal challenge: finding a safe, steroid-free solution for her brother’s severe eczema and topical steroid withdrawal. What started as a university project has transformed into Cosi Care, a celebrated global brand known for its stylish and effective safe-scratching devices.Join us as Lauren shares her journey from a personal struggle to founding an award-winning brand that offers relief to countless individuals. We chat about...2024-09-1644 min
Smart BeautyBecky Symes: How "authentic" do you need to be with your brand?Today, we're joined by the incredibly talented Becky Symes, a visionary designer and digital storyteller who helps women with personal brands bring their bold, bright ideas to life. Becky was also the artistic mastermind behind the beautiful visuals here at Smart Beauty Creative, so she truly knows her stuff. We’d highly recommend her to anyone looking to build a personal brand and website—you’ll find her links below.In this episode, we dive into the world of personal branding, discussing how to let your personality shine without oversharing, a challenge that many female founders face in the...2024-09-1427 min
AURN NewsHollywood Live: Emmy Awards Preview & Tyrese Gibson’s Child Support DramaIn this episode of Hollywood Live, Tanya Hart gives the scoop on the star-studded lineup for the 76th Emmy Awards, hosted by the comedic duo Eugene Levy and his son, Dan Levy. This year’s event promises plenty of laughs and memorable moments with appearances from entertainment icons like Billy Crystal, Viola Davis, and Ron Howard. Double nominee Selena Gomez will also take the stage as a presenter. Known for her role in Only Murders in the Building, Selena is up for Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series and as an executive producer for Outstanding Comedy Series. With stiff co...2024-09-1002 min
Smart BeautyWhat is the Smart Beauty Method Part 2In this second part of our mini-series, we explore our unique approach to working with clients that breaks away from the traditional agency model. Last episode, we touched on why the traditional retainer model could be tedious and inefficient for both client and creative—be sure to catch up if you haven’t already. Today, we’ll delve into how our immersive workshop model puts you at the heart of the creative process, making the work more engaging, productive, and perfectly tailored to your brand. To book a discovery call by clicking here or email hello@smartbeautycreative.com2024-09-0913 minSmart BeautyWhat I learnt from working with two powerhouses of beauty retailIn this episode, host Viola Levy shares invaluable lessons from her time working with two of the most influential women in beauty retail, Alexia Inge, founder and former CEO of Cult Beauty, and Rhea Cartwright, who until recently was Head Beauty Buyer at Liberty London.Having known and worked closely with both women, Viola looks at what it takes to get your brand into top retailers, she discusses the power of strong brand identity, the importance of understanding your market, and how brands can position themselves to stand out in a crowded space. She highlights the nuances...2024-09-0211 min
Smart BeautyHow to bring a perfume to market, with Olfiction's Pia Long & Nick GilbertThe perfume world is notoriously tricky to succeed in. (How do you market an invisible product that everyone will experience differently?) In today’s episode, I’m delighted to welcome two of my favorite people in the British fragrance world, Pia Long and Nick Gilbert, the fiercely intelligent and wonderfully unfiltered founders of Olfiction. Known for their bespoke perfumery and consultancy services, as well as their own candle and perfume range Bougie Bougie, Nick and Pia represent everything that’s great about the independent British fragrance industry.Pia Long is a Finnish-born perfumer with a unique perspective shaped...2024-08-3041 min
Smart BeautyWhy feminism is the future of beauty brandingIn this episode of the Smart Beauty Podcast, host Viola Levy discusses why her branding agency proudly identifies as feminist. Viola delves into the historical male dominance in the beauty industry, the rise of female founders, and the importance of creating authentic, empowering marketing strategies that resonate with modern consumers. She also explores the misconceptions around feminism and beauty, advocating for a fresh approach that prioritizes empowerment and self-care over playing on insecurities. Tune in to learn how Smart Beauty Creative is helping to reshape the beauty industry with a feminist perspective.2024-08-2110 min
Smart BeautyUnderstanding the Middle Eastern beauty market, with Arooba Anwar, founder of Arooba Beauty.Today, we're talking to Arooba Anwar, founder of Arooba Beauty and an expert in the Middle Eastern beauty market. With Euromonitor International valuing this market at over $46 billion, projected to reach $60 billion by 2025, it undoubtedly has lucrative potential – especially if you're a brand founder. Arooba Beauty launched into the UAE last year followed by a UK launch this February. Arooba herself is based in Dubai, and the brand reflects her own cultural heritage and the needs of makeup users in this region which we'll delve into. The range focuses on eye makeup palettes, with eyes being identified as the mo...2024-08-1735 minSmart BeautyWhat is the Smart Beauty Method? Part 1At SBC, we work a little differently to the traditional agency model, based on Viola's experiences working at such agencies as a copywriter. She witnessed firsthand the pitfalls of the retainer model: bloated budgets, lagging timelines, and inefficient use of creative talent. These challenges not only inflated costs but also hampered productivity, particularly for smaller brands with limited budgets. In this first of a three-part miniseries, she talks about what led her to create the Smart Beauty Method.smartbeautycreative.com@smartbeautycreativeDrop us a line: hello@smartbeautycreative.com2024-08-1417 min
Smart BeautyHow should beauty brands approach journalists? With beauty writer Keysha DavisBeauty journalist and copywriter Keysha Davis brings over 20 years of industry experience to the table. She has collaborated with numerous hair and makeup brands and her byline has appeared in a wide range of publications, including Glamour, Stylist, Hairdressers Journal, and Black Beauty and Hair. Additionally, she writes trend reports for Cosmetics Design Europe so it’s safe to say she knows how to sift through a multitude of press releases and identify compelling brand stories. Keysha excels in advising on the best ways to approach journalists, particularly in the realm of Black beauty and hair. In addition to he...2024-08-1037 minSmart BeautyWhen's the right time to rebrand? Just ask Huda Beauty…This week, we dive into the exciting world of rebranding with a spotlight on Huda Kattan, the influencer-turned-beauty mogul behind Huda Beauty. Huda has just unveiled a sleek new look for her brand, sharing all the details in a YouTube video about the rebrand and why it was absolutely necessary.In this episode, we'll explore the reasons behind Huda Beauty's stunning transformation and discuss why so many of our clients are eager to revamp their brand story, tone of voice, and copy. If you're a founder or CEO wondering if it's time to shake things up, tune...2024-07-2210 minSmart BeautyHow to get your beauty brand into top retailersImagine your beauty brand proudly displayed on the shelves of SpaceNK and Sephora, turning your dream into a reality. In this episode, we delve into the essential strategies for making this vision come true. We’ll guide you through the art of crafting a compelling brand story that resonates with both consumers and industry leaders. Discover how to elevate your brand’s narrative to highlight its unique strengths and build the authoritative brand copy needed to grab attention from major retailers.But it doesn’t stop there—sustaining long-term success requires continuous refinement and staying ahead of market t...2024-07-1813 min
T'as qui en Histoire ?103. Conseils d'été "historiques" (film, livres, BD, série télé)Vous aimez l'Histoire et souhaitez découvrir un film, des livres, des Bandes-dessinées ou une série télé historiques ?Voici mes conseils pour cet été avec mes vrais coups de coeur ! FILM :"Le Comte de Monte-Cristo" réalisé par Matthieu Delaporte et Alexandre De La Patellière avec Pierre NineyROMANS HISTORIQUESLes Exaltés de Gérard Mordillat, Calmann Levy, 2024Apocalypse Amerika de Jean-Christophe Portes, Hugo Publishing, 2024Le Train des enfants de Viola Ardone...2024-07-0810 minSmart BeautyHow The Body Shop's story proves that tone of voice does matterIn this episode, our founder talks about what actually happened with The Body Shop, how it went from a plucky, pioneering brand to a household name to falling into administration – and how their tone of voice had a crucial role to play in all of this.Share your opinions by dropping us a line: hello@smartbeautycreative.comDownload your free guide to brand inclusivity by visiting smartbeautycreative.comFollow us on Instagram @smartbeautycreative2024-06-3008 minSmart BeautyA bit about Viola, our founderMeet Viola Levy, the founder of Smart Beauty Creative. She shares her journey into the beauty industry, her passion for it, and what inspired her to establish her agency.Having worked in the beauty industry for over 15 years, Viola is an award-winning journalist, copywriter and brand consultant.As an established writer, Viola has contributed to all sectors of the beauty world, with articles appearing in Vogue, Glamour, The Evening Standard, and Refinery29. In addition she has written copy for several major beauty brands and retailers, including Aromatherapy Associates, 111SKIN, Cult Beauty, Boots, By Terry, and...2024-06-2809 min
Smart BeautyJasmine Wicks-Stephens, Founder of Faace Skincare and The Known CommunityViola chatted to Jasmine Wicks-Stevens, Founder of PR and Branding Agency The Known Community as well as Faace Skincare. Jasmine is kind of like the Da Vinci (or the JLo) of the beauty world in the sense that she doesn’t limit herself to one pursuit – with her PR hat on, Jasmine has repped the world's most prestigious beauty brands for the past 15 years. And if that weren't enough, she launched Faace skincare – in lockdown no less – which she describes as a "no BS, faff-free, ethical skincare collection" currently stopped in 23 countries and retailers like Harrods and Look Fantastic. She rece...2024-06-2147 min
The RAVIN' RADIO Show and BLUES & ALL THAT JAZZ with Boomer BobRR_040 10/30/2023 Boomer Bob subs for Dan Carlisle12:00:00 PM | 3:33 | Derek & The Dominos | Snake Lake Blues | Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs (40th Anniversary) [Super Deluxe] | 2011 | Universal Music Group International | Rock | 12:03:36 PM | 4:36 | Bob Dylan | Neighborhood BullyB. Dylan | Infidels | 1983 | Columbia | | 12:08:15 PM | | The Radiators | What's Going OnMarvin Gaye | Family Picnic | 2007 | Bootleg | | 12:15:17 PM | 2:37 | J.D. Crowe | Why Don't You Tell Me So | Blue Ribbon Bluegrass | 1993 | 1993 Rounder | | 12:17:51 PM | 4:12 | Booker T. & the M.G.'s | Something - Single Version | The Very Best Of Booker T. & The MG's | 2007 | Universal Music | | 12:22:02 PM | 3:55 | Cyndi Lauper | Down So LowCyndi Lauper | Memphis Blues | 2010 | SME - Sony Music Japan International | | 12:25:54 PM | 3:14 | B.B. King | Ain't Nobody HomeJerry...2024-05-292h 00
Dr. Lisa Gives a Sh*tDLG181 I learned a lot from artists Jen Catron + Paul Outlaw about healthy relationships.You can too! These guys are smart, attractive, and talented, plus they make great, widely respected work together without arguing. IS this real? How is it possible that a married couple can make art together without getting at each other’s throat? I kicked the tires and found out A LOT. They both have equally strong personalities and mutual respect folks! They each come from small towns which helps keep the neurosis in check too. We talk about their current show at Postmasters, http://www.postmastersart.com/archive/jcpo19/jcpo19direct.html which, among some larger pieces, has miniature do...2024-05-0359 min
ExteriéryAhoj, průrvo pravěkáTereza se vydává do vlastní minulosti, do míst, kde se setkala se smrtí i zrozením nového života. Skrze audiodopis zesnulému otci objevuje možnosti integrace bolesti a zacelení. Dokument zachycuje transformativní zážitky, cestu ze samoty deníkových záznamů do spolubytí v naslouchání a sdílení. Posluchačstvo se stává svědkem osobního procesu, jehož hluboký smysl se dotýká každého z nás.
námět: Tereza Reichová
realizace: Tereza Reichová a Viola Ježková
účinkují: Tereza Reichová, Katka Lenka...2024-04-2851 minVoice of the ArtsNanette Kaplan Solomon and John McCarthy - Tuesday Musical ClubPianist Nanette Kaplan Solomon and violist John McCarthy came to the studio to perform a piece from their upcoming Tuesday Musical Club concert on Tuesday, March 12th at 1 pm at Rodef Shalom's Levy Hall. The program, "Hummel Along", features Chamber Music of Johann Nepomuk Hummel, including his unusual arrangement of his Septet in D Minor for piano, winds and strings. Nanette and John play live another piece in the program, Hummel's 3rd Movement of Sonata for Viola and Piano, Op 5, No. 3. John discusses his love for Hummel's music, and his desire to create a program around it. John also talks...2024-03-0721 min
Watch and WaffleThe Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & SnakesWARNING: SPOILERS. The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes (2023) is directed by Francis Lawrence and stars Rachel Zegler, Tom Blyth, Viola Davis, Peter Dinklage, Jason Schwartzman and others. It is adapted from the book of the same name by Suzanne Collins. For the most part we enjoyed it, but the third act did seem to drag. Watch and Waffle Episode 2 - With Joe Levy and Thomas Thorogood. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/PZl2d2jYjXo2023-11-2409 min
Nova Lectio - Storie di GeopoliticaIsraele e Palestina: un conflitto che dura da settant’anniPROGETTO KIRGHIZISTAN: https://donorbox.org/reportage-kirghizistan-nova-lectioIl mio NUOVO libro "La dura vita del dittatore": https://amzn.to/3BLc2FlUn ringraziamento al collaboratore giornalista, Paolo Arigotti per la fase di scriptaggio dell'episodio sull'attacco di Gaza e i contrasti tra Israele e Palestina:fonti:www.limesonline.com/israele-attacco-hamas-striscia-gaza/133887www.vista.sahafi.jo/art.php?id=3dc42bc870098c905e866464293c5c1f72123267www.assopace.org/index.php/pubblicazioni-assopace/documenti/104-focus-palestina/169-palestina-le-risoluzioni-del-consiglio-di-sicurezza-e-dell-assemblea-generale-dell-onu#:~:text=La%20risoluzione%20181%20sancisce%20...2023-10-1217 min
BPM Radio ProjectBPM-542T13x46 (27-07-2023)_FINAL DE TEMPORADA_Podcast RadiosTrack list:
SAN MARCO - Time for Change
JORGE GOMEZ GARCIA - David el Gnomo
SQUASH GANG - I Want an Illusion
OLIVER CHEATHAM - Get Down Saturday Night (Extended Radio Version)
MC MIKER G - Holiday Rap
KOOL & THE GANG - Fresh
VIOLA WILLS - Gonna Get Along Without You Now (1994 Version)
S'EXPRESS - Theme from S'Express
STÉPHANIE – Ouragan
OFF- Electrica Salsa (PWL Remix)
ESSENTIAL MEDIA GROUP - The Voice Of Q (The Reflex Revision)
FRANCE JOLI - Gonna get over you (Ced ReWork)
FUNK HUNK - Piece Of Candy
RAYKO Feat. ELENA HIKARI - Testify (Cosmic Dancer Ver...2023-07-282h 00Smart BeautyLinda Pilkington, Perfumer & Founder of Ormonde JayneNestled in Mayfair’s Royal Arcade, the Ormonde Jayne boutique offers some of the most unique concoctions on the planet, with ingredients sourced from all around the globe, worlds away from the many typical bland commercial scents on the market. Its founder Linda Pilkington creates perfumes which echo an era of bygone glamour when perfumes actually were perfumes, designed to be worn with a cocktail dress and many glittering jewels, as one sashays off out into the evening.They are also stocked in London’s top department stores such as Selfridges and Harrods and she has previously collaborated with the...2023-04-0534 minSmart BeautySarah McCartney, Perfumer & Founder of 4160TuesdaysSarah McCartney started out in business at age 7, in her words “buying wooden beads, making them into things and selling them on to my friends.” That is until her horrified mother found out and swiftly put a stop to it. Fortunately this didn’t dampen Sarah's entrepreneurial spirit, and after stints writing for The Guardian, and LUSH (where she was editor of ‘The LUSH Times’), it was writing a novel about a problem-solving perfumer which led her on the path to actual perfumery. She set up 4160Tuesdays in 2010 – its name is taken from the number of Tuesdays we should expect to se...2023-04-0540 minSmart BeautyOlivia Da Costa, Founder of Olfactive OFragrance maven Olivia Da Costa is yet another colourful addition to the wonderful world of British perfumery. She is the founder of luxury scent brand Olfactive O, where each perfume pays tribute to a fragrance family, from floral to woody, to fruity to gourmand. The latter was nominated for a prestigious Fragrance Foundation award, and the range is stocked in Les Senteurs - one of London’s poshest perfume boutiques.It will also soon be making its television debut on QVC, with Olivia gracing our screens as a guest presenter following in the footsteps of Joan Rivers and Martha St...2023-04-0533 min
On The ScentFestive Fragrance Gifting Special!In this bumper episode we’re bringing you our curation of the very best affordable fragrance gifts out there - they smell incredible, are created by top perfumers, but won’t break the bank! Then we’re joined by Haydn Williams (aka @yousmellgreatwhat and now host of male grooming podcast @maninthemirrorpod). He gives us some great pocket-friendly Men’s Scent Solutions & ideas for experiences you could gift. Finally, we’re thrilled to bring you a whole Hanukkah celebration of candles with @violalevy, freelance journalist and beauty columnist for @thejewishchronicle.We know times are tough out there...2022-12-1556 min
SoundmakingEp91: Ted Hearne – PlaceComposer, singer, and bandleader Ted Hearne talks about his album Place. The episode includes 2 of the 19 parts from this work: "Boundary" and "What about my son?"Place conceived by Ted Hearne, Saul Williams and Patricia McGregorVideo version of Place: https://vimeo.com/426800787Released on New Amsterdam Records (2020)Taylor Levine, electric guitarBraylon Lacy, electric bass guitarRC Williams, keyboardsRon Wiltrout, drumsDiana Wade, violaAshley Bathgate, celloChrista van Alstine and Eileen Mack, clarinets2022-11-0321 min
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Perú.El presidente Pedro Castillo renunció a su afiliación al partido de izquierda Perú Libre (PL), por el cual alcanzó la presidencia, luego de la solicitud de su renuncia. El jefe del bloque de (PL) en el Congreso, Waldemar Cerrón, subrayó que actuará como “oposición propositiva”, y que votarán a favor de la censura del actual ministro del Interior, Dimitri Senmanche. Una comisión del Congreso investiga al mandatario por presunta corrupción, con la intención de solicitar una acusación constitucional.
Ecuador.La Confederación de Nacionalidades Indígenas (Conaie) y el gob...2022-07-0102 min
Let's Give A Damn#231 - Naiara TammingaNaiara Tamminga is a 13-year-old damn-giver living in Grand Rapids, Michigan. A little context for why this conversation is taking place. On May 17, Naiara got up at her local city commission meeting and spoke for 3 minutes. She called out the leaders in front of her and other leaders in her community for their gross inaction regarding the brutal murder of 26-year-old refugee from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Patrick Lyoya, who was fatally shot in the back of the head by Officer Christopher Schurr of the Grand Rapids Police Department during a scuffle back in April. I saw...2022-06-0739 min
Warfare of Art & Law PodcastGlance at Culture - Terezín Music Foundation: Mark Ludwig on his new book Our Will To Live, Social Justice and the HolocaustSend us a textTo learn more, please visit the websites of Terezín Music Foundation and its project Our Will to Live.SHOW NOTES:00:02:45 Foundation of Terezín Music Foundation00:06:30 Our Will To Live00:08:30 Ullmann as guide through Terezin’s cultural community 00:09:35 Otto Weininger00:12:20 Ullmann’s essays on Sigmund Schul included in Our Will To Live00:13:30 Ullmann’s critiques of Carman and Verdi’s Requiem00:14:45 Viktor Frankl00:18:40 Council of Elders member Karel Herman00:22:50 smuggling musical instruments00:24:55...2022-01-211h 26