On this new episode of MODA POD Arjun Kilaru and special guest Esha Deokar talk about their experience in the Berlin clubbing scene. The two talk nightlife history, fashion, and their personal thoughts. wilkommen in berlin !

In this episode, Lucy and Lila dissect the political implications of the fashion choices made by everyone from Jackie O to Melania Trump. 

Welcome back to Global Fashuns S2 in 2022 !!! In this extended episode we continue our conversation about shaadi season. The panelist share their ideal weddings, talk about navigating social pressures, and share their favourite Desi foods! 

Host

Stefan Aleksic (he/they) @_stefan.a

@modamagazine.uchicago

Guests

Devishi Narula @debs.narula

Reva Tharwani @revatharwani @raysinsiders

Shaivi Rajesh @s.haivi

Musical Credits:

Ghoomar Instrumental — NerdMusic on YT

Exotic — Priyanka Chopra ft. Pitbull

Welcome back to Global Fashuns S2 in 2022 !!! This episode we are tackling Desi wedding season otherwise known as shaadi. The panelists and Stefan chat about Shaadi traditions, destination weddings, Deepika Padukone, sangeet rehearsals and more!

Host

Stefan Aleksic (he/they) @_stefan.a

@modamagazine.uchicago

Guests

Devishi Narula @debs.narula

Reva Tharwani @revatharwani @raysinsiders

Shaivi Rajesh @s.haivi

Musical Credits:

Ghoomar Instrumental — NerdMusic on YT

Gallan Goodiyan — from Dhil Dhadakne Do

Sangeet songs ;)

Let’s Nacho — from Kapoor & Sons

Sheila Ki Jawani — from Tees Maar Khan

Exotic — Priyanka Chopra ft. Pitbull

Dilliwaali Girlfriend — from Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani

Balam Pichkari — from Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani

Mahi Ve — from Kaal Ho Naa Ho

Deewangi Deewangi — from Om Shanti Om

Oh Ho Ho Ho — from Hindi Medium

Ho Jamalo  — by Zohaib Chandio & Naroda Malini

WE'RE BACK! 

Kicking off Season Two of Global Fashuns, Stefan and his guest Saba talk the Nazar amulet, superstition, and cultural appreciation.

Saba Johnson (she/her)

ig - @sablaba

Stefan Aleksic (he/they)

ig - @_stefan.a

MUSIC OF THE EP

✨ Evil Eye - Bellah  

TW: eating disorders

In this episode, Lucy and Lila discuss the fashion industry's impact on body image all through the lens of social media. All recorded from a dorm bed, the girls try to make an uncomfortable topic accessible and palatable. 

TW: Sexual Assault

In this episode, Grace and Arjun discuss the recent allegations made towards fashion designer Alexander Wang as well as the concept of separating the art from the artist.  Is it possible, or ethical? Join us for this casual conversation on how the modern age of accountability will change the relationship between consumer and producer in various art spheres.

Episode Title: The Makeover

Air Date: Friday Feb 26th

Blurb: Nicole examines how blockbuster films overuse the “makeover” trope. What does this classic scene in movies mean for fashion? And Women in film? What does this trope tell us about how we view femininity in the world and how Hollywood wants us to view it? 

Host: Nicole Mateo

Speaker: Mohini Kumar (Instagram @mohinikumarr)

Hello and welcome back to the second episode of Global Fashuns and the continuation of our last topic the impact of black culture on fashion. This week Stefan, Erinma, Genesis, and Maatkara talk about representation in media and fashion. You can find our panelists at:

Erinma Adaeze 

Personal Instagram: @erinmaadaze 

Small Business Plug: @ada.palm 

Genesis Pimentel

Personal Instagram, Twitter: @bottleofgenesis

Writing Account: @genesisrewritten

Maatkara Wilson:

Personal Instagram: @maatkarania

Unless you’ve been severely deprived of social media and its connection to the fashion industry, you’d know how thrifting has become a staple in many young adults' fashion culture. Thrifting has become mainstream and fast-fashion is in the outs. But how ethical is thrifting really? And what does the spike in thrifting mean for lower income communities who depend on second hand shopping? Well, it all depends on what kind of shopper you are. Let’s find out. Join Nicole Mateo and guest speaker Stefan Aleksic on an economic and cultural journey in the world of fashion consumption!