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Story + Rain Talks episodes

January 12, 2021 Bevy Smith: Radio + Television Host + Author
Cut From Her Own Cloth. Harlem born and bred Bevy Smith has always used her voice. The radio show host, Bravo, and Page Six TV television host, longtime fashion and advertising executive (for magazines like Vibe and Rolling Stone) and now, author, has long made her mark with her savvy way with words. Bevy Smith’s authenticity excites and inspires. The title of her first book, Bevelations, nods to her Sirius radio show on Andy Cohen’s Radio Andy. Published by Cohen’s new imprint, the book is part self-help, part teaching-people-how-to-build-their-personal-brand, part storytelling, and all about her quest for a creative life. Known for her no-nonsense point of view and direct way, Bevy has taken a bite out of life. She’s taken career risks, embraced change all while keeping her eye on her career- prize, and making time for the creative pursuits that are important to her. On this podcast Bevy shares stories from the fashion and publishing world, how Covid touched her life last year, how she broke into the media business, the importance of travel, dating, the 9 to 5 life, tales of struggle and perseverance, how her previous jobs have shaped her, stories from her impeccably written first book, items and places she loves, some of which you can discover and shop here:1. Bevelations: Lessons from a Mutha, Auntie, Bestie by Bevy Smithhttps://rstyle.me/+mTb06tJFVJveeU33DiV7CA2. Bevelations on Sirius XM's Radio Andyhttps://www.siriusxm.com/channels/radio-andy?intcmp=Search%20Result_NA_sxm:search-phx_RadioAndy3. Washable Paint Set by Crayolahttps://rstyle.me/+O8-knWaGMMHALXc9jc5hcQ4. Acrylic Paint Set by Crayolahttps://rstyle.me/+66HX585crVBm3npev7OESQ5. Activated Charcoal Foaming Bath by Dr.Teal’shttps://rstyle.me/+5I_YUh23i4RjvD_d11o23w6. Baccarat Rouge 540 Eau de Parfum by Maison Francis Kurkdjianhttps://rstyle.me/+RBhSk2hnF4tC_GCyi58mXw7. La Diagonal Taco in Harlem https://ladiagonalnyc.com/8. Melba’shttps://www.melbasrestaurant.com/9. Cafe Luxembourghttps://cafeluxembourg.com/10. Barawine Harlemhttps://www.barawine.com/ 11. Hillstone Restaurantshttps://hillstone.com/12. The Polo Bar: Ralph Lauren Restauranthttps://www.ralphlauren.com/global-polo-bar13. The Meaning of Mariah Carey by Mariah Careyhttps://rstyle.me/+TINtIvz9O82UyERsbTED6A14. Let Love Rule by Lenny Kravitzhttps://rstyle.me/+ttsQdbJbFcW9lt1IAjXOEA16. Watching Industryhttps://www.hbo.com/industry17. Watching The Crownhttps://rstyle.me/+THJMWONDX3pVle9G1FCb3w18. Watching The Queen's Gambithttps://www.netflix.com/title/8023430419. Watching Shamelesshttps://rstyle.me/+ASMNAKiK8un8QDCFPU9ssg

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1 hr 21 min
January 06, 2021 Rachel Brosnahan: Award-Winning Actor + Producer
Timeless. Rachel Brosnahan is working hard and working smart. At 30 years old, she’s won an Emmy with four nominations, two Golden Globes, two Critics’ Choice Awards, and three SAG Awards for her beloved character Midge Maisel on Amazon’s huge hit series The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel---and she’s started her own production company, taking a cue from actresses like Reese Witherspoon and Kerry Washington, to ensure work with material she believes in. Rachel Brosnahan is diving deep as a creator and a maker. And her sense of self, maturity, and intelligence will take her there. On this podcast we discuss Rachel’s days at NYU’s Tisch, her love of and experience with the theater, her pivotal role on House Of Cards, the actors she’s worked with who have had the biggest impact on her, all things Maisel, and how she both becomes and puts away the characters she plays. We asked her about her late great aunt, Kate Spade, how she came up with the name for and the work that her production company Scrap Paper Pictures is doing, including her recently released, cool, all-female comedy special, Yearly Departed. We get specific about costuming and getting dressed taking up a lot of space in her life, and the way that awards and awards season has affected her. We talk about her love of New York City, how she’s powered through the pandemic, and much more, including some of her favorite things that you can discover and shop here:1. Yearly Departedhttps://rstyle.me/+H-63hepoqi2b1bSjBppaTA2. The Marvelous Mrs. Maiselhttps://rstyle.me/+jZ1uyWTseMiCCA6-ODux5A3. I'm Your Womanhttps://rstyle.me/+JPqTMVcV0G3PtgkVTj0zgA4. House of Cardshttps://rstyle.me/+3moS-Mq_xyz6SiQnHLcjEw5. Scrap Paper Pictures https://www.instagram.com/scrappaperpics/?hl=en6. Trey Backpack in Natural by Frances Valentinehttps://francesvalentine.com/products/trey-backpack-salt-and-pepper-canvas-natural-luggage?variant=31584156614719&gclid=Cj0KCQiAw_H-BRD-ARIsALQE_2M1F9bcxk9LFJUxcsDjiKEmcJDFiDznwU2O9GfkiV3I793LpXhIsZsaAhjjEALw_wcB7. Birdie Wool Plaid Olive Navy by Frances Valentinehttps://francesvalentine.com/products/birdie-wool-plaid-olive-navy?variant=32870279643199&gclid=CjwKCAiAxKv_BRBdEiwAyd40NwUeSADwDO-MzJ53fbalhkGBJskReVmyAwlq59d3sB5xMryWhUmYUBoCij0QAvD_BwE8. Sidonie Belt Bag in Fiery Red/Black by Pradahttps://rstyle.me/+MrCVLmPoGQTvx_6-Di71Og9. Lip + Cheek Tinted Balm in Apricot by Olio E Ossohttps://www.olioeosso.com/collections/balms/products/new-lab-01-apricot10. Army suede-trimmed leather sneakers by Rag + Bonehttps://rstyle.me/+nWX9iM3WcO4TBmxqDFLgzA11. Slip-Ons by Vanshttps://rstyle.me/+LVdjzVfvuikzEssxsH2GBQ12. Sonny Boot in Black by Frances Valentinehttps://francesvalentine.com/collections/boots/products/sonny-boot-black13. Gentle Skin Cleanser by Cetaphilhttps://rstyle.me/+2CwjI6Gkyj1vUnKLYU_gAg14. French Vanilla Coffee Creamer by Coffee Matehttps://rstyle.me/+j1UA2OHSd7qKelo4U-Vc3A

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50 min
December 28, 2020 Sarah Bahbah: Artist + Director
Entirely Original And Often Copied. Sarah Bahbah is one who lives and speaks boldly. Known for creating art that empowers and speaks directly to women, namely millennial women, Sarah draws on her experiences of childhood sexual abuse, anorexia and bulimia, drug dependency, and destructive love to put forth her vulnerable and strong voice. Her art has been exhibited internationally at over 25 art fairs and galleries. Indulgence and self-love are major themes for the Palestinian/Jordanian-Australian artist and director who challenged Instagram norms with her powerful posts: work that is visually depicted as cinematic film stills complemented by subtitles declaring intense feelings and the realities of imperfect relationships. She weaves her experiences of multiple cultures into her work to produce relevant stories that resonate with many, including her 962,000 followers on Instagram. Sarah is hell-bent on breaking taboo and celebrating the liberation of transparency and desire. She believes in making art accessible. Using a modern art + commerce model, fans + followers can purchase her limited edition prints for $50. She recently launched Lazy Cake, a line of sweatshirts and sweatpants dedicated to redefining what it is to be “lazy”, and celebrating the notion that we should give ourselves permission to rest. Then there’s her content creation agency, Possy. Sarah’s created content for Gucci, Sony Music, and more. The videos she’s directed for dj, songwriter and record producer, Kygo have collectively garnered over 75 million views. On this podcast we talk about when her creativity peaks, therapy, how she takes time to separate from her intense creative process, the influence of her culture, dealing with her trauma, social media, and more, including her personal aesthetic and picks, some of which you can discover and shop here:1. Lazy Cake by Sarah Bahbahhttps://lazy-cake.com/2. Skincare by Drunk Elephanthttps://rstyle.me/+ZrX6afEmtz1asc2tpo84Xg3. Watching The Queen's Gambithttps://www.netflix.com/title/802343044. Watching High Fidelityhttps://rstyle.me/+9IDdVCKB3hjgaQVXGqA8JQ5. Watching Normal Peoplehttps://www.hulu.com/series/normal-people-57048262-2ca5-41ee-9b57-53bb9b9e1596

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1 hr 3 min
December 14, 2020 Sarah Simms Hendrix + Boo Simms: Lady + Larder Boards + Foods
Celebrating The Senses. Twin sisters and best friends Sarah and Boo Simms are the culinary and creative duo behind LA based Lady + Larder, and they’re responsible for starting a global grazing board movement. With a long list of devoted customers and fans, they’re a beloved and local go-to for delicious and stylish entertaining. Quite simply, they positively own the term “edible displays”. Their meticulously sourced meats, cheeses, fruits, and vegetables along with other delicious details are curated and arranged to create special, one-of-a-kind platters and boards that are a thing of beauty. With modern branding, approachable style, and American sensibility, “sense of place” is important to the duo, and a large source of their inspiration. They believe in supporting an 100% domestic and sustainable food culture. Their business has grown---they now serve lunch, and have a full bodega that includes produce, flowers, items for the home and more, along with a cheese counter. Two of four siblings, the women have major roots in the California hospitality industry. Cooking and mealtime and the many rituals around each were sacred in their household, and on this podcast we get into a lot of those details. We discuss how they complement one another’s creativity, the high regard they hold for their makers and producers, and the relationship they have with them, and with seasonality. We discuss each of their careers before Lady + Larder, how they eat at home, how and why they were quick to pivot their business during the pandemic, their use of items like flowers, traveling + farmers markets, and more, including really great, long list of some of their favorite things from kitchenware to fashion some of which you can shop here:1. Wylie West Floral Mask by Citizens of Humanity x Boo Simmshttps://rstyle.me/+fxh1ZqaeU57UUHkz0Edcyw2. Baking Gold cookbook by Jami Curlhttps://rstyle.me/+KLN9htJ76c5YpN7n4-QtAA3. Prune cookbook by Gabrielle Hamiltonhttps://rstyle.me/+_eZOQkBrZID9kEx80IJJMQ4. River Cafe London: Thirty Years of Recipes and the Story of a Much-Loved Restaurant: A Cookbook by Ruth Rogershttps://rstyle.me/+6WsbQThFeDAzjTsc_g5QMA5. A Boat, a Whale & a Walrus: Menus and Stories cookbook by Renee Ericksonhttps://rstyle.me/+21UcbipwYYJXPIDjgmW87g6. The Dutchess Pot by Great Joneshttps://rstyle.me/+WneYWpPHkptmTyWCO-KS7Q7. Original Steak Sauce by A1https://rstyle.me/+_5ocwvh6IdCJmr7HVw5jqg8. Tomato Ketchup by Heinzhttps://rstyle.me/+5WRDHVi2ZCZQUvoZddtMuA9. Face Masks by Clare V.https://rstyle.me/+1ZpVHgBiCx8TEucUQbQRRQ10. Arizona Essential Slide Sandal by Birkenstockhttps://rstyle.me/+x7aE5jvgeJM3BHhDM1yAYg 11.Big Buckle Sandals in Green by Birkenstockhttps://rstyle.me/+gz5Q5L1SylFwoWFfpOaOOw12. Denim by Mother Denimhttps://rstyle.me/+ZcXXc5voPP97TrQa8p99RA13. Denim by AGOLDEhttps://rstyle.me/+V-Q0N2234xo7H754cS6aPg14. Shoes by Freda Salvadorhttps://rstyle.me/+0GriUcdKqqzUFZsuUmrEcg15.Wood Sage and Sea Salt Cologne by Jo Malonehttps://rstyle.me/+sb0_uEUE55TLGLAFLvA5Xg16. Nail polish in A Good Mandarin Is Hard To Find by OPIhttps://rstyle.me/+XC6wvLFXZEww9dANAIv0Lg17. Nail polish in Cajun Shrimp by OPIhttps://rstyle.me/+jFuHGo-XKbUmb0O4vFkdag18. Pure Radiance Oil by True Botanicalshttps://rstyle.me/+EtYaiWkTvnDvzl34KiFeqw19. Unseen Sunscreen by Supergoophttps://rstyle.me/+4LIlZlBPLDp1BZ7pCzL1DA20. Active Botanical Serum by Vintner's Daughterhttps://rstyle.m

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1 hr 39 min
December 07, 2020 Rita Hazan: Celebrity Hair Colorist + Founder Of Rita Hazan New York Salon + Haircare
Scrappy Success. Rita Hazan is a leading force in hair color, and she launched her career only six years after working directly under legendary hairstylist Oribe. Simply miraculous. Why? Early on, Rita had identified hair as the career she’d wanted, and like many of us who made our way into fashion, beauty, media, and entertainment, she spent her early years pouring through and studying magazines. It was then that Rita pinpointed Oribe as someone she wanted to work for. She nailed her interview there and the course of her life was changed. A native New Yorker, Rita has since become known for her direct, honest, and no-nonsense nature in her work. We imagine a very similar Rita impressing with confidence at the time she got her start, and fearless about facing her dream job and employer. Building her brand with both stability and forward-moving momentum, Rita’s gone on to create a thriving New York City salon, and build both a roster of celebrity clients and a brand of revolutionary products. Ultimately responsible for creating a brand new hair care category with her root treatment products, Rita often found her achievement being copied. What sets her apart is her attention to hair health, her brand credo to always treat celebrities and others alike, and her ability to transform brunettes into blondes who appear born that way. On this podcast we talk about how she honed that ability because of the hours and hours she was asked to spend color-treating extensions during her early years, working all over the globe with celebrities embracing her role as a traveling colorist, what she’s learned as a boss, how she recognizes talent in both stylists and colorists, the product development process, when to turn down a client, and much more, including some favorites and items she loves, that you can discover and shop here:1. Rita Hazan New York Hair Care Collectionhttps://rstyle.me/+NBToAua4RItJy16X8ownmQ2. Rock Hard Gel by Oribehttps://rstyle.me/+FCjk1853h71XtjfFTG64bw3. Rosie's restaurant on the Lower East Side, NYChttp://rosiesnyc.com/4. Platform Sneakers by Conversehttps://rstyle.me/+n-dmn0ut8mnucXuB6FC2eQ5. Shoes by Guccihttps://modesens.com/product/GUCCI-Leather-platform-sneakers-1382244/6. Carnal Flower Eau de Parfum by Frédéric Mallehttps://rstyle.me/+m-yMWrgD_U2i0-2pNeqyKQ7. Binge watching The Undoinghttps://rstyle.me/+Bvwv2DHrZnw7VH-wxZm4NQ

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51 min
November 30, 2020 Ashley Longshore: Mixed Media Artist
Express Yourself. Ashley Longshore is a force. Her bold, in-your-face art is a true reflection of her personality. Story + Rain Founder Tamara first Ashley years ago in Paris, and quickly became acquainted with her zest for life and love of fashion. The New York Times has since called her "fashion’s latest darling", and for good reason. She once was the official artist for New York Fashion Week, had a challenge built around her signature prints on Project Runway, had a restaurant built around her art at Bergdorf Goodman, and she’s collaborated with a number of of-the-moment brands and designers from Dennis Basso to Judith Leiber to Lingua Franca, Sprinkles cupcakes and more, and perhaps most notably, Diane Von Furstenberg---with her vast collection pieces depicting iconic women who have changed the course of history. Ashley is outspoken on Instagram and is known for the signature, strong language in her messaging. Combining fashion and pop art, she’s something of a young, feminist Andy Warhol. On this podcast Ashley talks about feeling misunderstood, being an observer, how her ideas take shape, what she wears and how she sets her scene for creating art, the details behind her projects and collabs, the color scheme she starts and ends her day with, what kinds of things are capturing her eye these days--- and so much more, including a long list of her favorite things from restaurants to dresses, hotels to lipstick, some of which you can discover and shop here:1. Ashley Longshore: I Do Not Cook, I Do Not Clean, I Do Not Fly Commercialhttps://rstyle.me/+rwxgCUbQdZujLDgs8u-Xtg2. You Don't Look Fat, You Look Crazy: An Unapologetic Guide To Being Ambitchoushttps://rstyle.me/+6PP96daV3A9yz7mhhKdYag3. Air Zoom Pegasus 35 by Nikehttps://rstyle.me/+7NYSV2qo6a5KH2f2Eit28Q4. Shoes by Brian Atwoodhttps://brianatwood.com/ 5. Red Lipstick by Clé de Peau Beautéhttps://rstyle.me/+d1aZehueFYqeVtIsRqGSlg5. Dresses by Christian Siriano https://rstyle.me/+A35lZ5okO53j7aDKUtyeEg6. Dresses by Dennis Bassohttps://dennisbasso.com/7. Dresses by Tomo Koizumi http://www.tomo-koizumi.com/ 8. Mini Chocolate Chip Cookies by JK Chocolate https://jkchocolate.com/product/classic-cookie-tin/ 9. Watching The Undoinghttps://rstyle.me/+Bvwv2DHrZnw7VH-wxZm4NQ 10. Watching The Crownhttps://rstyle.me/+WwOU8FsXKP8Do9gmX_zsgQ

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1 hr 1 min
November 25, 2020 Tallulah Willis: Designer, Artist, + Mental Health Advocate
Will Power. After challenges that the last year brought all of us and at 26 years old, Tallulah Willis bravely moved forward launching Wyllis, her thoughtfully designed clothing line whose pieces nod to 1940’s silhouettes. Tallulah aimed to create a collection that fully embodied not only her style, but what’s important to her. She married the two in way that’s really working, her untethered authenticity allowing her to succeed in creating a one-of-a-kind vision. When they say someone has “grown up quickly”…that’s Tallulah. Growing up in the Hollywood spotlight, the third daughter of Demi Moore and Bruce Willis lived hard and fast for a while, and has since gotten sober. A true creative, she’s smart, articulate, and in touch with her feelings. She experienced an upbringing filled with major moments of creativity, and on this podcast we talk about that creative immersion. We talk about her mother as a collector and her epic clothing archive, one that helped Tallulah tap into her own skills and flair for fashion. We discuss Tallulah’s journey to sobriety, how she approaches her mental health and how that’s woven through her ready-to-wear collection that takes on the extra task of making the wearer feel a little less alone. We discuss inspiration and influences, both good and bad. We talk all the steps for how Wyllis came together, her team, what’s next for the brand, and we didn’t think to end the conversation without getting her to share what she’s reading, watching, and wearing, some of which you can discover and shop here:1. Leonard Cotton Twill Pant by Wyllishttps://wyllis.com/collections/wyllis/products/scout-cream2. Lid Tint by Jillian Dempseyhttps://rstyle.me/+TMKIYckpH3LXYcK1598Uyw3. Classic Conditioner by Aesophttps://rstyle.me/+8CrebaoanBWZZzCHqqeR-A4. Revitalizing Body Oil by Tata Harperhttps://rstyle.me/+yiemH9MfWiwYpnjAjWnRIA5. Feu de Bois/Wood Fire Candle by Diptyquehttps://rstyle.me/+hBm142lzXc2i9aKBYb1RpQ6. A Court of Thorns and Roses Box Set by Sarah J. Maashttps://rstyle.me/+oGA8iWDZtLTV1MyLJ2BMkA7. Factory Girlhttps://rstyle.me/+GPvKuvElx3qsvKSApoALsA8. The Matrix Trilogyhttps://rstyle.me/+gp09T7WoxuRcZ20elkxc9g

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1 hr 22 min
November 16, 2020 India Hicks: Designer, Entrepreneur, + Lifestyle Expert
Living Life In Style. Story + Rain founder Tamara has been connected to designer, entrepreneur, and best-selling author India Hicks for years, and in a number of ways. As an editor, each time India launched a new collection or collab, she was there to preview it: from bath and body products, to jewelry, and more recently, handbags and accessories. India’s been an on-air personality for networks from Bravo to the BBC. In fact, when she was a host for Bravo’s Top Design, Tamara was her stylist for her appearance in all those advertisements you saw on television, in magazines, and on billboards. 20 years ago, India left Britain for Harbour Island in the Bahamas, and a few years back Tamara booked one of her properties there for a birthday trip. Since then, she's gotten a firsthand look at India at home and her unique flair for entertaining. An intimate holiday cocktail party in her home in the Bahamas was centered around a grand Christmas tree that easily transported you to a winter scene in New England, or, England. Hicks has four books on design, and her latest centers on entertaining. She famously came to international attention when she was a bridesmaid to the late Princess Diana, and she comes from not only British, but design, royalty. Her father was famed interior decorator David Hicks, and her mother is Lady Pamela Hicks, whose father was the last Viceroy of India. India Hicks is a woman who’s made bold life choices and her style reflects just that. The ultimate multifaceted creative, a renaissance woman, there’s nothing India touches that isn’t dripping in style coupled with her unique kind of ease. On this podcast, listen in on the details around her biggest projects to date, the impact her parents made on her, how and when she found her own niche in style, her experience as a model, how her and partner David spark one another’s creativity, how she gets her best ideas, and much, much more, some of which you can discover and shop here:1. Ashley Longshore: I Do Not Cook, I Do Not Clean, I Do Not Fly Commercialhttps://rstyle.me/+6PP96daV3A9yz7mhhKdYag1. An Entertaining Story by India Hickshttps://rstyle.me/+nDU-XZ8Vp_V5PKitMU37cw2. Island Life: Inspirational Interiors by India Hickshttps://rstyle.me/+O9Qbh6Ye1RkWCY9c4YP7SQ3. Island Style by India Hickshttps://rstyle.me/+edw63v4RyxmK6GuRhKqgLg4. A Slice Of England by India Hickshttps://rstyle.me/+RLaKEmW3TzukLN5u6aZrRQ5. Countersun Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 by Beauty Counterhttps://rstyle.me/+Tn2Ev-roAmEtL_ues1eVlA6. Puerto Rico One-Piece Swimsuit by Melissa Odabashhttps://rstyle.me/+h0Q8CFv-FlzHZ10fkFCyLw 7. Thermoball Eco Jacket by Northfacehttps://rstyle.me/+9zJUM4oiZdDZaQQ012rsaQ8. Reading Golden Child By Claire Adamhttps://rstyle.me/+ahtOR-vLPje3wJNS-jUu-g9. Watching the series Outlanderhttps://rstyle.me/+vTd3HPT0U9fqEazBUAXs_w

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45 min
November 09, 2020 The Journals Of Legendary Makeup Artist Kevyn Aucoin + The Makeup Museum
Making Faces And Beauty-full Places. The recently established Makeup Museum located in downtown New York City explores the history of beauty and its ongoing impact on society. It’s a cool and dynamic space that celebrates beauty culture; one particular exhibit dates back decades, showcasing Erno Lazlo’s personalized skincare prescriptions for both Marilyn Monroe and Jackie Kennedy. But on this podcast, we talk Kevyn Aucoin, the iconic makeup artist and beauty pioneer whose work made a huge impact on the beauty industry, and also on us, at Story + Rain. Working with his family, the Makeup Museum has digitized over 1600 pages from his 7 journals. The legendary talent and visionary kept years of calendar-planner books that he added visual elements to: magazine cut outs, polaroid photos, and stickers decorated each dated section. Today, those pages provide a fascinating inside look into not only all of his famous projects and top jobs, but his creative life and mind. We sat down with two of the museum’s founders, Doreen Bloch and Rachel Goodwin---the celebrity makeup artist whose work you recognize on such stars as Emma Stone and Julia Roberts. We were joined by Kevyn Aucoin’s niece Samantha Adkisson, who shares intimate details about her uncle, his vision, and his journals. We discuss the museum’s founding, working with artifacts, Kevyn Aucoin’s place in pop culture + more. This is an incredibly exclusive talk with The Makeup Museum and on one of the ultimate pioneer creatives of our time, Kevyn Aucoin.

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52 min
November 02, 2020 Tyler Malek: Salt + Straw Co-Founder + Head Ice Cream Maker
Flavor Maker. When Tyler Malek, alongside his cousin Kim, began making and selling ice cream from a cart in 2011, he began charting the course for changing the way people experience and perceive ice cream forever. And he was recognized for it. Tyler was selected as one of Forbes 30 Under 30 for “Changing The Way America Eats”. With out-of-the-box ingredients like turkey, sweet potatoes, bleu cheese, garam masala, sea urchin and kale, Salt + Straw is the foodie favorite of ice creams. It’s all about what the family-run, small batch ice cream company calls “tasteprovoking” flavors. For Tyler, ice cream is an experience, a freeing experience, and he goes all in. This deeply passionate inventor is most connected to collaboration. It’s collaboration that fuels his fire. Each individual, artisanal creation is the physical embodiment of just that. You can taste the love and integrity in every bite. Does he consider himself creative? That answer is, notably, no. He considers himself more of a mix master, using his skill for math to balance, tweak, and elevate flavors. On this podcast we talk about Tyler’s unique perspective on ice cream, all the details for how Salt + Straw’s complex flavors come together, his initial career goals and what got him in the kitchen, how he miraculously produced ice cream from scrap product, the stories his flavors tell, the brand’s expansion and famous investors, career highs and lows, exciting new collabs, and more, including items you can discover + shop here:1. Salt & Straw Ice Cream Cookbook by J. J. Goode and Tyler Malek https://rstyle.me/+S8IeUG62EPDGeGY9B-HIkQ2. Shop Salt + Straw https://saltandstraw.com/collections/shop-all3. Lello Musso Lussino Ice Cream Makerhttps://rstyle.me/+tkRbh9WOwDhx386p1eX__g4. Breville Smart Scoop Ice Cream Compressorhttps://rstyle.me/+0HOeleNL6gfljrtX4BC5Hg5. The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss https://rstyle.me/+wmOd4bDhlof-v5Bm4dUfEA6. The Great Pottery Throw Down https://play.hbomax.com/series/urn:hbo:series:GX0gQ9AKAgr5cuAEAAAG_?camp=googleHBOMAX

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1 hr 5 min

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