The IKKIVI Podcast: Exploring Fashion, Culture and Values

The IKKIVI Podcast: Exploring Fashion, Culture and Values

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The IKKIVI Podcast: Exploring Fashion, Culture and Values episodes

  • S2E12: Breaking Barriers as a Black Transgender Woman | Raquel Willis

    Welcome to the twelfth episode of ‘The IKKIVI Podcast Season 2’. In this episode, we have with us Raquel Willis, an award-winning author and media strategist dedicated to Black transgender liberation. She is a thought leader on gender, race, and intersectionality, organizing marginalized communities for social change while using digital activism as a major tool of resistance and liberation. 

    In this episode, we speak with her about her journey of self discovery and breaking the barriers by coming out as a black trans woman and building her own digital community from an early age. We also speak with her about her thoughts on transgender rights and advocacy, collective liberation, and the need to expose ourselves with more narratives for creating a positive impact in society. This conversation was so insightful and gave us a deeper understanding of the trans community, and we look forward to you being a part of it! You can follow her work on her Instagram.

    1 hr 2 min
  • S2E11: Ayurveda as a Way of Life | Kirti Tewani

    Welcome to the eleventh episode of ‘The IKKIVI Podcast Season 2’. In this episode, we have with us Kirti Tewani, an ayurvedic therapist and the founder of Kalya Veda, an organization committed to promoting the ancient holistic system of Ayurveda. 

    In this episode, we speak with her about her inspiration behind building a community on social media promoting the art of balance and mindfulness, her personal experiences with incorporating ayurveda in her daily life, and ways to achieve a balanced life. We also speak with her about the current perception of Ayurveda, ways to manage stress, and personalizing an Ayurvedic routine for our mind and body. We had so much to learn from this episode, and we hope you find this episode equally engaging! You can follow her work on her Instagram.

    51 min
  • S2E10: Exploring the Art of Natural Dyeing | Cara Marie Piazza

    Welcome to the tenth episode of ‘The IKKIVI Podcast Season 2’. In this episode, we have with us Cara Marie Piazza, a natural dyer, and artisan working in New York City. She creates one-of-a-kind textiles using natural elements such as botanicals, plant matter, minerals, non-toxic metals, and food waste. Cara curates unique experiences merging healing, color, and art. 

    In this episode, we speak with her about her creative thought process and what nature and its colors mean to her as a natural dyer and artist. We also speak with her about her art form and her signature style, healing with nature, the aspect of spirituality in her work, personal life, and more. This conversation was so engaging and thoughtful, and we are excited for you to tune in! You can follow her work on Instagram.

    54 min
  • S2E9: The intersection Between Social Justice and Environmental Issues | Diandra Marizet Esparza

    Welcome to the ninth episode of ‘The IKKIVI Podcast Season 2’. In this episode, we have with us Diandra Marizet Esparza, the co-founder of Intersectional Environmentalist. She is a speaker, writer, and poet whose work addresses the erasure of diverse stories and education available to rising generations. 

    In this episode, we speak with her about her journey as a founding member of the non-profit organization Intersectional Environmentalist, the incredible work she does for the community through it, and how she defines the concept of intersectionality between social justice and environmental issues. We also speak with her about culture being a way to reconnect with nature, the need to collectively incorporate an intersectional approach in our environmental advocacy, and her long-term aspirations towards making a difference in society. This conversation has been so thoughtful and engaging, and we are so excited for you to tune in! You can follow her work on Instagram.

    52 min
  • S2E8: The Psychology of Fashion | Shakaila Forbes-Bell

    Welcome to the eighth episode of ‘The IKKIVI Podcast Season 2’. In this episode, we have with us Shakaila Forbes-Bell, a fashion psychologist and researcher specializing in the intersection of fashion, identity, and mental health. Through her platform ‘Fashion Is Psychology’, she has worked closely with several global brands to unpack the psychological impact of style and beauty. She has been featured in The Guardian, CNN, Who What Wear, and more, along with features in Vogue, The Times, and Grazia. 

    In this episode, we speak with her about pursuing fashion psychology as a career, the story and intention behind her platform ‘Fashion Is Psychology’, and the impact fashion has on us. We also speak with her about its importance, how fashion psychology promotes and nurtures a more inclusive fashion industry, and ways we can discover and identify our individual styles. We learned so much from this conversation, and we are so excited to have you listen to this episode! You can follow her work on her Instagram.

    31 min
  • S2E7: Embracing Sustainable Practices from Indigenous Traditions | Amma Aburam

    Welcome to the seventh episode of ‘The IKKIVI Podcast Season 2’. In this episode, we have with us Amma Aburam, a writer, podcaster, and digital content creator passionate about sustainable and ethical fashion. She inspires us with her work and her role as a changemaker in this space through her blog and strong social media presence.

    In this episode, we speak with her about her journey, the story behind her social media identity, ‘Style & Sustain’, her relationship with fashion, and how it has changed over the years. We also speak with her about the Ghanaian cultural influences in her aesthetic choices, how indigenous traditions have sustainable practices that we can embrace, and the changing perception of sustainable brands and the fashion industry around the world. Her thoughts on real-world solutions to sustainability are truly insightful, and we’re so excited for you to tune into this episode! You can follow her work on her instagram.

    49 min
  • S2E6: Former Vogue Features Director on the Future of Fashion in India | Akanksha Kamath

    Welcome to the sixth episode of ‘The IKKIVI Podcast Season 2’. In this episode, we have with us Akanksha Kamath, a seasoned writer and journalist with a decade-long experience in the fashion and lifestyle industry. Through her writing, she draws on human stories, told via a 360-degree approach to content that includes print, digital, social, and video. Her words can be found in Vogue India, Vogue Business, 1 Granary, Architectural Digest, Vogue US, and ELLE India, among others. 

    In this episode, we speak with her about her long-standing career, her creative approach to work, her views on the impact of journalism in the fashion industry, the future of fashion in India, and more. This conversation was so much fun, lighthearted and honest, and we are so excited for you to tune in and be a part of this. You can follow her work on her Instagram.

    38 min
  • S2E5: Sobia Ameen, a Model and Content Creator Gets Candid on Her Journey To Fame | Sobia Ameen

    Welcome to the fifth episode of the ‘The IKKIVI Podcast Season 2.’ In this episode, we have with us Sobia Ameen, who is a multi-hyphenate from Dhaka, Bangladesh. She is recognized for her accomplishments as an architect, baker, model, social media influencer, and social activist. She is an inspiration to many, especially the youth for breaking the glass ceiling in multiple spheres as a Bangladeshi woman. Featured on Vogue, Elle, and Architectural Digest for her work and being the face of the phenomenal LoveChild campaign in 2022 with Masaba Gupta, she has taken the Indian fashion, beauty, and lifestyle industry by storm while endorsing self-love and body positivity.

    In this episode, we have an in-depth conversation about her journey, her sensational rise to fame, and who she is beyond being a popular fashion figure in the industry. You can follow her work on her instagram.

    42 min
  • S2E4: Aditi Mayer on Cultural Appropriation and Decolonization of Fashion | Aditi Mayer

    Welcome to the fourth episode of ‘The IKKIVI Podcast Season 2’. In this episode, we have with us Aditi Mayer,  a visual storyteller, sustainability activist, and frequent speaker on topics of social and environmental justice. Her work explores the intersections of style, sustainability, and social justice. Seeing the fashion industry’s disproportionate impact on people of color globally, Aditi seeks to understand the historical and sociopolitical underpinnings that allow the fashion industry to function in a colonial manner, rooted in exploitation and extraction of both labor and the natural environment. 

    In this episode, we speak with her about her incredible journey, her thoughts on how fashion and colonialism are interconnected, and how she looks to understand them through historical and socio-political perspectives. We also talk about cultural appropriation, how we can use fashion to strengthen our unique cultural identities, and ways we can contribute towards decolonizing fashion. You can follow her work on her Instagram.

    40 min
  • S2E3: Food Culture and Culinary Traditions of India | Anisha Rachel Oommen

    Welcome to the third episode of ‘The IKKIVI Podcast Season 2’. In this episode, we have with us Anisha Rachel Oommen, who comes with a background in web publication, digital media, and brand communication with prior experience on editorial teams at Yahoo India and Food Lovers Magazine. She is now the co-founder and director of Goya Media, a food media production company and a web publication focused on culinary storytelling.

    In this episode, we talk about her inspiring journey of building her own media company known for its engaging and captivating storytelling narrative centered around food culture and culinary traditions of India, about the importance of preserving heirloom recipes passed down through generations and the age-old lost and forgotten food traditions that we need to revive at present. We also talk about the aspect of mindfulness in our ancient practices, how the language of Indian food has evolved, the existence of cultural appropriation in the food industry, and more. You can follow her work on her Instagram.

    35 min

About The IKKIVI Podcast: Exploring Fashion, Culture and Values

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Welcome to The IKKIVI Podcast, where we explore the vibrant intersection of fashion, culture, and conscious values. Each episode features leaders, change-makers, and disruptors from a variety of fields, doing incredible things. Our mission is to inspire and foster a community of creative and thoughtful individuals through compelling conversations that delve into their unique perspectives. Each episode invites you to reflect, engage, and grow, as we collectively shape a more conscious vibrant future. Tune in as we release new episodes every fortnight.