On Point

On Point

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On Point episodes

  • 26. Kevon Thompson | Skaters Gonna Skate!

    “Just roll with it,” has been Kevon Thompson’s life motto since he was 10 years old.

    Why? This week’s podcast guest is a longtime rollerblading aficionado with a knack for social media! But that’s not all - Kevon also hosts his own show, This Week in Blade, where he talks all things blading, including how he grew his social media presence to more than 10 thousand followers!

    Tune in to hear all about his inspiring skate journey, including the support he found within the blade community and how its more than just blading but about the culture and style, as well as how he has learned to prioritize his mental health - with advice that anyone can apply to their own lives!

    You won’t want to miss hearing how Kevon truly does it all, because, well, that’s just how he rolls.

    33 min
  • 25. Courtney Buhler | The #1 Thing is Resilience

    Can you imagine doing lashes in a basement as a side gig…and just ten years later that business is global, pulling in $20 million a year?!


    That’s exactly the story of this week’s guest, Courtney Buhler, Owner and Founder of Sugar Lash Pro. To say she’s come a long way is an understatement, boasting partnerships with big beauty brands like Ulta along her journey. So how does she do it? Join us to hear her unique story, including why she swears by branding as a core key to her business success and how you can apply it to your own. 

    And, the beauty business guru recently launched her 2nd successful entrepreneurial endeavor, Plush + Oak, with her boyfriend Jordan, offering custom salon beds for lash artists. For her to reach this blooming beauty empire, mistakes were made and lessons learned - hear what those were!

    44 min
  • 24. Katherine Parker | Touch Doesn't Need To Be Taboo

    The advantages of yoga are limitless. Mix it with the benefits of massage and you get a super-powered therapeutic fusion known as Yomassage.


    Inclusivity and accessibility are core to Yomassage - a combination of touch, gentle stretch, and mindfulness for relaxation and healing. Join us in our chat with this week’s guest, Yomassage cofounder, Katherine Parker, to learn how this new phenomenon is bridging gaps in the wellness world!

    41 min
  • 23. Robb Wolf | Just Because Something Is New, Doesn’t Mean That It's Wrong.

    Could eating red meat be good for you…and the environment? That’s what this week’s guest, 2x New York Times Best-Selling Author, Robb Wolf, says.


    You may recognize Wolf from his appearance on Joe Rogan’s podcast - and his claims surely haven’t gone without some controversy.

    Tune in to hear why his book Sacred Cow details how the answer to our food system is not eliminating meat, but raising better meat instead. And, learn how he co-founded LMNT - a low carb drink mix born of his own personal health struggles, all while establishing his position as a world-leading expert in Paleolithic nutrition.

    Plus, hear about Wolf’s involvement with the beginnings of cross fit gyms in the U.S. and get his expert insight on popular diets and how they could affect you.

    50 min
  • 22. Sam Akoidu | The Revolution Will Not Be Televised

    From behind bars to successful business owner isn’t an easy feat, but it’s the inspirational story of this week’s guest, owner and head personal trainer of Iron Bird Fitness, Sam Akoidu.


    In fact, Sam started training his first client ever while in jail. He realized he could make a positive difference in people’s lives and Iron Bird Fitness was born.

    Tune in to hear his motivational insights while also learning tips for a healthier life, including the key differences between a workout with weights vs. cardio, how to eat this - and not that, why fad diets JUST DON’T WORK, and much more. Sam takes a holistic approach, also touching on mental health and why we should really unplug from our screens more than just once in a while.

    29 min
  • 21. Denae Golden | Calling All My Curly Heads!

    Who runs the world? Curls!


    Managing curly hair requires a special kind of care - one that Denae Golden, Founder of The Curl Studio and fellow curly girl, has mastered.

    Unfortunately, you can’t always drop everything to make a visit to go see her, so in this week’s episode, she’ll give professional inside tips about best practices for washing, styling, and product recommendations for your coils!


    PRODUCTS:

    • Brush: https://www.ulta.com/p/ultimate-detangler-xlsImpprod19091057
    • Inner Sense Products: https://innersensebeauty.com
    • Bounce Curl: https://www.bouncecurl.com
    • Curlsmith: https://curlsmith.com
    • 26 min
    • 20. Brooke Turner | The Pre & PostNatal Exercise Overview!

      If you’re a new or expecting mom - or, if you know one - today’s episode is for you!


      We hear about ‘getting your body back’ after pregnancy all the time, but the postpartum snapback culture and mindset isn’t always necessarily healthy. Take it from international health and fitness educator, Brooke Turner, who is a mom of three herself.

      Besides chasing after your littles, leading an active lifestyle as a parent *is* possible, but it doesn’t have to be a hindrance. Join us as the industry veteran with more than a decade of experience explores pre and postpartum fitness misconceptions, finding the right trainer for you, and 4 must-know tips for pregnant women looking to exercise.

      You can check out Brooke's website here for more information: http://www.balancefitnessandnutrition.com.au

      26 min
    • 19. Cheryl Peng & AnneMarie Lorenzini | Dare To Be Different

      Did you know that, contrary to popular belief, eyelash extensions can actually benefit your natural lashes?! This week’s guests from Untamed Artistry, CEO and Founder Cheryl Peng and managing director AnneMarie Lorenzini, debunk this common beauty misconception and more.

      Peng started the beauty supply brand in 2019 after leaving behind her professional poker-playing career. She now uses many of those strategic skills in educating and inspiring the next generation of lash artists. Tune in to hear her best entrepreneurial advice and learn about the unique offerings UA provides for striving lash techs.

      Plus, hear why AnneMarie has been a loyal Vagaro superuser for almost a decade and which features have really helped her grow her business. The dynamic duo even dives into the latest beauty trends that they discuss on their own podcast.

      25 min
    • 18. Becki Marie | Nothing Changes If You Change Nothing

      Can you imagine a job buying shoes…in one of the fashion capitals of the world? This week’s guest, Becki Marie, did exactly that in London for 15 years, then she left it all behind.

      It may have seemed like a dream career, but Becki knew she just wasn’t fulfilling her true calling in life. Now, she’s the founder of the Big Love Movement - both a community and virtual yoga studio for spiritually curious individuals who want a personalized and holistic approach to their wellbeing.

      Hear how it stemmed from her advocacy for mental health - from PTSD from losing her father at 13, to her own personal and ongoing battle with anxiety and depression, and why she’s fighting to rid the topic of its long-standing taboo. If you’ve been putting improving your well-being on the back burner like so many of us, tune in to hear some of the simplest practices to get you started and so much more.

      23 min
    • 17. Teresa Miranda | Make Up 101

      Doing makeup is just as much science as it is art; from hygiene to facial structure to color theory, aka blending and matching foundation. And this week’s guest, Teresa Miranda, learned exactly how to do just that - mix and match palette colors - from JLo’s very own makeup artist, Scott Barnes!

      Join host Taylor Burke as she gets Teresa to discuss the latest trends in the makeup world, including those we may not be the biggest fan of. Hear her expert tips and tricks, like how you can skip out on primer if you prep your skin correctly. Plus, see why she’s saying goodbye to the Kylie Jenner matte liquid lipstick collection, at least for now.

      Check out the list of products Teresa discusses in today’s episode below:

      -ONE/SIZE by Patrick Starrr: Secure the Blur Makeup Magnet Primer

      -Dior: BACKSTAGE Face & Body Foundation

      -NARS: Radiant Creamy Concealer

      -Laura Mercier: Velour Puff

      -Laura Mercier: Translucent Loose Setting Powder

      -Dior: BACKSTAGE Glow Face Palette

      -Charlotte Tilbury: Filmstar Bronze & Glow Contour Duo

      -Hourglass: Vegan Face & Eye Travel Brush Set

      -MAC Eye Primer: Pro Longer Paint Pot in colors, Painterly & Soft Ochre

      22 min

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