Ashley Loewen is an Emmy-nominated wardrobe stylist, costumer, producer, and on-air camera fashion talent. She got her start styling the critically acclaimed show on Lifetime, “How To Look Good Naked” and then went on to style many other shows such as, “How Do I Look”, Sweden’s Next Top Model, and Norway’s Next Top Model. Her behind the scenes talent landed her an on-air position on “Carson- Nation” as Carson Kressley’s fashion sidekick which aired on the Oprah Winfrey Network. Ashley also works on commercial, advertising, print media, and celebrity styling. Some of her clients include Visa, Williams Sonoma, Maybelline New York, Mercedes and so many more.

We spent most of our conversation catching up and hearing a bit about her career journey as a stylist, how she has been keeping busy during lockdown, and her love of all thing Italy. 

Show Notes:

https://www.ashleyloewen.com/about

@ashleyloewen

Book: The Silver Spoon

PODCAST INFO:

@lamiscstudio

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Lucas Passmore is a Los Angeles based Fashion Photographer. He attended Chicago’s Columbia College for Film. He then focused on creating his own films before working as an assistant to an agent at CAA in Los Angeles. He made the bold decision to leave that position to pursue his passion of photography. His talent and ease with the camera has led him to work for such notable fashion clients such as Reebok to Rails, as well as publications such as Numero Russia and Marie Claire Malaysia.

He talks to us about his career journey and  work process, as well as his sources of inspiration. We also talked about being a homebody and his love of Pasadena, as well as dating and how he met his wife.

@lucaspassmore

www.lucaspassmore.com

https://www.lucaspassmore.tumblr.com/

PODCAST INFO:

@lamiscstudio

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Emily Van Raay is a Canadian Model and Actor based in Brooklyn. She is fiercely passionate about using her platform to support positive body image for other women, and she chats with us about her desire to make a positive impact.

This gorgeous talent sits with us to discuss her determination to shed light on the issue of food insecurity in the US, and more specifically in her local Brooklyn community. She explains how she became involved with various organizations in order to bring important change, as this socio- economic crisis disproportionately affects people of colour.

It wasn't all serious! We talked about the importance of self-care and winding down, dating during  these crazy times, and her love of trash TV with the Kardashians. 

Emily Van Raay

Inta: @emilyrosev

Show Notes: 

http://seedsinthemiddle.org/

https://www.northbrooklynangels.org/

PODCAST INFO:

@lamiscstudio

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Mandy Bisesti is a makeup artist based in Brooklyn. Sha has spent the last 15 years working in film, TV, print advertising and fashion. Her work has appeared in a number of TV shows including,  Orange Is The New Black, Broad City, and Maniac.

She chats with us about her career journey and building a strong network,  as well as the importance of having a creative personal project.  Mandy is an avid reader and so we got to chatting about what she is currently reading, as well as additional books she's enjoyed.  Of course, we talked about all her fave beauty products as well as SO MUCH MORE!

@mandybisesti 

Show Notes: 

Women Who Runs With Wolves: http://www.clarissapinkolaestes.com/women_who_run_with_the_wolves__myths_and_stories_of_the_wild_woman_archetype_101250.htm

Retreat: https://www.mavenproductions.com/about-dr-clarissa-estes

Skin Care: 

Biologique Recherece: 

https://www.biologique-recherche.com/

https://www.biologique-recherche.com/en-fr/skin-care/cosmetic-preparation/Lotion-P50-V/

Vitamin C from Skinceuticals:

https://www.skinceuticals.com/skin-care/serums/vitamin-c-serum

Rosebud Salve:

https://www.rosebudperfume.us/

Alba Botanica  – Coconut Lip Balm:

https://www.albabotanica.com/products/category/face/?_sft_product_type=lip-protection

Maybelline Baby Lips:

https://www.maybelline.ca/en-ca/lip-makeup/lip-balm/baby-lips-moisturizing-lip-balm

BOOKS: 

What is Not Yours Is Not Your by Helen Oyeyemi

http://helenoyeyemi.com/books/

The Lottery By Shirley Jackson 

https://www.amazon.ca/Lottery-Other-Stories-Shirley-Jackson/dp/0374529531/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1598206300&sr=8-1

The Sundial By Shirly Jackson

https://www.amazon.ca/Sundial-Shirley-Jackson/dp/0143107062/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2HUAQYLWT2YEO&dchild=1&keywords=the+sundial+by+shirley+jackson&qid=1598206347&sprefix=the+sundial+by+%2Caps%2C162&sr=8-1

We Have Always Lived in The Castle 

https://www.amazon.ca/We-Have-Always-Lived-Castle/dp/0143039970/ref=sr_1_1?crid=G9ILZI1H72CD&dchild=1&keywords=we+have+always+lived+in+a+castle&qid=1598206382&sprefix=we+have+always+lived+in+%2Caps%2C162&sr=8-1

The Most Fun We Ever Had By Claire Lombardo

https://www.clairelombardo.com/

PODCAST INFO:

@lamiscstudio

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Sophie Lyddon is an intuitive healing guide who is based in Los Angeles. As an intuitive and empath, Sophie connects deeply with her clients providing them with a sacred space to find guidance and heal. She uses the healing of the tarot to help others gain insight and connect with their most authentic selves, and to consciously co-create with the universe. She has collaborated with such brands as Tata Harper, Lululemon, and Goop as well as many other.

Sophie began her career in NYC working in fashion as a designer. She speaks to us about the challenges of working in the fashion industry and when she knew it was time to pivot to a more grounding and fulfilling career path. She discusses the process of launching Wild Wisdoms as a business, as well as the ins and outs of her process working with clients. Her energy is so calming and clear and this conversation was so incredibly interesting.

Website: wildwisdoms.com

Show Notes:

1. Salvatore Dalle https://www.amazon.ca/Dal%C3%AD-Tarot-Johannes-Fiebig/dp/3836576120/ref=pd_lpo_14_img_0/134-6750342-2512563?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=3836576120&pd_rd_r=37358381-7b0a-40c4-b07e-6f6a088a0b5c&pd_rd_w=jfTHS&pd_rd_wg=tBMZ9&pf_rd_p=256a14b6-93bc-4bcd-9f68-aea60d2878b9&pf_rd_r=VWRSKYDHVXDSNS280SZZ&psc=1&refRID=VWRSKYDHVXDSNS280SZZ

2. Pagan Other Wolds Deck https://uusi.us/products/pagan-otherworlds-tarot

House of Intuition: https://houseofintuitionla.com/

22 Teachings: https://22teachings.com/

PODCAST INFO:

@lamiscstudio

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Lauren Hastings is a model and actress based in Los Angeles. She has worked in the industry since the age of 12 and has appeared in countless commercials, films, and fashion campaigns. She's appeared in campaigns for brands such as Beach Riot, Rag-Doll LA, For Love Lemons, and Amo Denim. Lauren sits down with us to chat about growing up in the industry, and learning to embrace aging in an ever-changing market. We loved getting into our girl talk about the reality of dating in LA, and her love of all things, skincare. We also touched on what it’s been like to raise her daughter as a single mom. She’s a genuine girls’ girl and we loved our chat with this bad-ass babe. 

SHOW NOTES: 

@itslaurenhastings

Skincare:

Odacite:

https://odacite.com/

Sunday Riley:

https://sundayriley.com/

SK-ii

https://www.sk-ii.com/

Fashion:

Instagram: @sure.please

www.brooklynthread.com

FOOD: 

Little Doms:

http://www.littledoms.com/

Café Figaro

http://www.figarobistrot.com/

Atrium:

https://www.atriumlosfeliz.com/

Erewhon:

https://www.erewhonmarket.com/

Urban Plate:

https://urbanplates.com/

PODCAST INFO: 

@lamiscstudio

[email protected]

Ben Duggan is a Los Angeles- based photographer who has worked with a very impressive roster of clients such as NIKE, Ralph Lauren, and Sony records. His work has appeared in the pages of French Vogue, German Vogue, and Glamour Magazine. Ben has worked with a number of celebrity clients including Lady Gaga, Gigi Hadid and Dylan McDermott.

Ben sits down with us to chat about his career as a fashion photographer through his early experience while managing the printing studio at A&I, and while assisting accomplished photographers such as; Miles Aldridge, Francesco Carrozzini, and Matthias Vriens.

We chat about what It is like being a single father to two teenage daughters and the importance of sobriety to his success. We also talk about his love of film photography and living in New York City. It’s a very raw, honest and important conversation.

Ben’s Info:

http://www.benduggan.com

@duggangram

Music:

Baby Powder by Jenevieve

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O1Qh7j1yD8Y

PODCAST INFO:

@lamiscstudio

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A native of Geneva, Seoul and Los Angeles, Nathalie Grolimund was exposed to the international community from a young age.  She decided to pursue an international career, working in hubs like Berlin, Paris, New York and Singapore.

Nathalie’s entrepreneurial spirit has led her to work with leading publishers of coffee table books, editing and authoring for names like teNeues, Tectum and Farameh.  Her background in marketing  and PR, have led to many consulting opportunities with fa number of fashion brands, and luxury hotels around the globe. 

In 2014, Nathalie founded NG.MEDIA, where she has since consulted for accounts within the luxury hotel space,  as well as for private aviation companies with prestigious clients such as Luxaviation, Airbus Corporate Jets, Embraer, ExecuJet and Sparfell Aviation Group.  

While Living in Berlin her perspective began to shift in terms of sustainability and the luxury aviation market. This serial entrepreneur decided to put her efforts into a new project targeting sustainability practices and the travel industry.  

Mindful, and incredibly self aware, She sits down with us to chat about sustainability and travel,  as well a her views on the importance of self development.

Websites: 

www.ng.media

www.rethink.travel

Instagram handles: @ng.media.agency, @rethink.travel_

EMDR THERAPY: https://www.emdr.com/what-is-emdr/

PODCAST INFO:

@lamiscstudio

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Mackenzie Duncan is our guest for this week’s episode of La Misc Pod -

Mackenzie is an established photographer and his images have been featured in campaigns for a number of brands such as Equinox, Puma, and Starbucks, amongst many others. He has also contributed to publications such as GQ, Cosmopolitan and Marie Claire.  After living far and wide, he decided to set up shop in his hometown of Victoria, British Columbia where he has created a life filled with purpose and creativity. This busy entrepreneur sits down to tell us about his love of surfing and travel, being of service to others, as well as the importance of self care.

Mackenzie Duncan

http://www.mackenzieduncan.com/

@themackenzielife

Apathy Is Boring

https://www.apathyisboring.com/

Photography Course:

https://learn.mackenzieduncan.com/pages/LPP-LPS1

Film:

Café De Flore

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Caf%C3%A9_de_Flore_(film)

Holy Motors

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2076220/

The life and Death of John F Donovan

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4042818/

Books:

The Daily Stoic by Ryan Holiday

https://www.amazon.ca/Daily-Stoic-Meditations-Wisdom-Perseverance/dp/1781257655/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1595248810&sr=1-1

Stillness is The Key by Ryan Holiday

https://www.amazon.ca/Stillness-Key-Ryan-Holiday/dp/0525538585/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1595248771&sr=1-1

The Inflammation Spectrum by Dr. Will Cole

https://www.amazon.ca/Inflammation-Spectrum-Triggers-Reset-System/dp/0735220085/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1595248847&sr=1-1

Ketotarian by Dr. Will Cole

https://www.amazon.ca/Ketotarian-Mostly-Plant-Based-Cravings-Inflammation/dp/0525537171/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1595248900&sr=1-1

Karen Hurd Bean Protocol http://www.karenhurd.com/

PODCAST INFO:

@lamiscstudio

[email protected]