On this episode: a voicemail message from me to you, work/play/rest, recovering perfectionist era continues, creativity practices, model student yearbook one (coming soon!) and… my do not disturb era <3

DO NOT DISTURB (it's a video! it's a project! it's being creative for the sake of being creative baby! watch if you want!)

The book I wrote

My history project

Instagram

On this episode: moving to New York and LA, attracting the experiences you want, theater vs screen acting, not limiting yourself (hi, Jada jones, triple threat), the audition process, how to sustain being in this industry, creating a space for creatives (BLVD&CO), acting on an idea (it’s a disservice not to!), being a POC in this industry, micro influencing, the “celebrity” discourse, overnight success, becoming a brand, consumerism, and the philosophy of going for it.

Jada Jones IG 

Jada Jones YouTube

Jada Jones TikTok

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The book I wrote

My history project

Instagram

On this episode: cinnamon rolls, libraries are a gift to this world, I went to a social event for the first time in a year (and 5 diet cokes got me through it), Rooney-ish books, Don't Worry Darling IS a movie that feels like a movie, Faye Webster stan account, psychological thrillers, and... I ate orange chicken for the first time in 6 years...

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The book I wrote

My history project

Instagram

On this episode: documenting (“I just want to remember everything”), bringing a camera to recess, photographer parents, developing skill and style, creative process, getting made fun of, being perceived!?!???????, being a WOC in this industry, accessibility (or lack thereof) in the arts, the artist impulse, having a second job as an artist, setting rates, talent and luck, and taking risks.

Maiya's Instagram 

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The book I wrote

My history project

Instagram

On this episode: who deserves to be at NYFW?, Hannah’s first NYFW experience, getting invited, a healthy dose of The Devil Wears Prada references, rewearing clothes, online to irl, and how Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris got Hannah to NYFW.

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Hannah's Instagram

Hannah's TikTok

The book I wrote

My history project

Instagram

On this episode: Vogue World as a photographer, Bella Hadid telling Natalie the photo she got of her from the Met Gala is one of her favorite photos of herself, an expansive niche, paparazzi reform, New York ambiance, my managing career, when is it okay to sneak in? (respectfully), creating opportunities, and creative processes vs social media

Natalie's Instagram

Natalie's TikTok

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The book I wrote

My history project

Instagram

On this episode: NYFW recap, selling a lifestyle, honesty > aesthetics, mental health, not crying after castings, living in New York, and overall reflections.

Resources for eating disorders:

https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/help-support/contact-helpline

https://www.eatingrecoverycenter.com/resources/recommended-websites

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The book I wrote

My history project

Instagram

On this episode: 1 year of Model Student (this Wednesday!) and expanding the Model Student universe. 

Watch NYFW DREAMSTATE here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1fObqpC3DTk

The book I wrote:

https://www.amazon.com/Growing-Pains-Alexandra-Rain/dp/1093543965

My history project:

https://www.instagram.com/lost__history/

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/alexndrarain/

On this episode: psychology affirmation research study (this is the extent to which I’m using my degree — kidding!), confidence as a practice, self help with a. ~twist~, applying generalized advice

YOURS TRULY:

The book I wrote:

https://www.amazon.com/Growing-Pains-Alexandra-Rain/dp/1093543965

My history project:

https://www.instagram.com/lost__history/

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/alexndrarain/

ALL I DO IS TRY, TRY, TRY!

On this episode:

YOURS TRULY: 333, too many Tik Tok references, building of a career in ~this industry~, Emma Chamberlain’s predictions on pop culture were spot on, opportunity > fame, getting from point a to point b, embracing NOT being good at things, how to compare yourself to others (Yes! That’s right HOW TO compare, you gotta listen to find out what I’m talking about)

YOURS TRULY:

The book I wrote:

https://www.amazon.com/Growing-Pains-Alexandra-Rain/dp/1093543965

My history project:

https://www.instagram.com/lost__history/

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/alexndrarain/