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Is good taste something you’re born with, or something you can learn? Real Housewives of New York City's Jenna Lyons is the former president and executive creative director of J.Crew. She was named one of Time’s 100 Most Influential People, and The New York Times called her “the woman who dresses America.” She says she wasn’t born with it. Not even close. She grew up surrounded by California strip malls and the Baywatch look, thinking style meant looking like everyone else. Moving to New York at 18 taught her that taste is personal. Now she’s a partner and executive creative director at Fundamentalco, helping some of the biggest companies in the world figure out who they really are. Most companies treat brand as the wrapper: the logo, the ad campaign. Jenna puts it at the center. What’s your reason for being, and what makes you different? She explains why “you can’t tell a story that doesn’t exist” and why chasing a viral spike can leave a brand overexposed instead of built to last. The same rules apply to personal style, including the year after J.Crew when she had a closet full of beautiful clothes and couldn’t get dressed. Whether it’s a company or a closet, knowing who you are is the whole point. Plus: what happened when a new CEO told the executive team they were all interviewing for their jobs, her honest take on CO2 lasers, Botox and facelift treatments, the comfortable heels worth hunting down and two household hacks that might change your life. A Sony Music Entertainment production.  Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts  To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email [email protected] Mentioned in the Episode: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We talk about our under-eyes, our necks, and our gut microbiome, so why do we almost never talk about our mouths? Integrative dentist Dr. Leedia Riman co-founded a Beverly Hills dental practice with her brother, and she believes your mouth is a window into your whole-body health. She learned it the hard way. She spent years treating patients overseas and saw some of the most worn-down mouths of her career in people who had full access to care. Then a really rough pregnancy of her own finally connected the dots between breathing, nutrition, hormones, and what shows up in our teeth. Most people think of dentistry as cleanings and fillings. Dr. Riman practices “dentistry beyond teeth” instead, looking at body composition, saliva, stress, and hormonal history before she ever looks at a single tooth. She tells Molly and Emese why breathing is the most important thing for oral health, and how mouth breathing and snoring can leave you feeling like you’ve been hit by a truck every morning. She explains how pregnancy, perimenopause, and menopause can all show up in your gums, and why a mouth that’s aging too fast is a sign the rest of the body is too. Plus: why she scrapes her tongue before she brushes, the two-ingredient pantry rinse she uses instead of alcohol mouthwash, why you should never let anyone file your teeth down and when veneers are worth it and when they’re not. A Sony Music Entertainment production.  Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts  To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Who are you when nobody needs you the same way anymore? After 25 years as a stay-at-home mom raising three kids, Helen Boulos faced the quiet house she'd dreaded for years and decided quiet wasn't her style. She taught herself Canva, launched an anonymous Instagram account under a made-up name, then dropped the alias to become the voice behind Out of Office, now one of the most candid, funny, and refreshingly unfiltered communities for women reinventing themselves in midlife. Rather than overthinking the next chapter with notebooks, five-year plans, and a stack of self-help books, Helen makes the case for motion: start before you're ready, stay curious like a beginner, and stop second-guessing every decision. She opens up to Molly and Emese about the moment she decided to be okay, why the invisible load leaves so many moms convinced they "did nothing" for decades, and why she believes there's never been a better time to be a 50-something female entrepreneur. Plus: what happened to her marriage once the kids left, surviving three teenagers during COVID, breaking a generational cycle through 18 years of sobriety, and why women in midlife should stop waiting for permission to do anything. A Sony Music Entertainment production.  Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts  To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email [email protected] Mentioned in the Episode: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why can't we look away from complicated women who break the rules? May Cobb, the bestselling author and executive producer behind Netflix's The Hunting Wives, joins Molly and Emese to unpack our fascination with dark thrillers, complicated female characters, and the women we love to watch make terrible decisions. Drawing on her upbringing in East Texas, May shares how Southern culture inspires her writing, why female friendships can feel more intense — and sometimes more treacherous — than romance, and why likability isn't necessarily the point. Plus: her favorite thriller novels, why "bless your heart" might be the ultimate Southern threat, a tease of The Hunting Wives season two, and a round of thriller-writer hot takes, including who's the bigger red flag: the husband or the best friend. A Sony Music Entertainment production.  Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts  To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email [email protected] Mentioned in the Episode: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/8103583 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How does a meme account turn into Not Skinny But Not Fat? Amanda Hirsch built her platform one meme at a time back in 2016, learning early on, as she puts it, that "you can get to people just by saying something about them." A Hulu hosting gig and one surprising royal pen pal later, she's back on Lipstick on the Rim to unpack the year that pushed her out of her comfort zone and into some of the biggest rooms in pop culture. Rather than treating her "year of yes" as permission to say yes to everything, Amanda used it to figure out exactly what's worth her time — landing on a lesson Molly sums up perfectly: the power of saying no is your biggest yes. She opens up about staying fair with her opinions on an increasingly divisive, algorithm-driven internet, and about the two interviews that left the biggest mark on her. Plus: the story behind Amanda's one-way pen pal relationship with Meghan Markle, her take on the internet's escalating influencer-culture debates, her dream of hosting a late-night talk show, and an honest conversation about having kids in your 40s. A Sony Music Entertainment production.  Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts  To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email [email protected] Mentioned in the Episode: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/7959350 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why is looking like yourself the hardest thing to pull off in makeup? Gucci Westman, the makeup artist behind some of the most photographed faces in Hollywood and the founder of Westman Atelier, has spent over two decades perfecting skin that looks lit from within, and this week she's teaching Molly and Emese how to achieve it. Rather than piling on product, Gucci makes the case for a smaller, smarter "wardrobe of makeup." She explains how years of character work shaped her belief in authenticity over polish, and why the goal is never a mask. She also gets candid about scrapping an entire foundation launch to start over from scratch, and what went into the new Suprême Bio-Complex Liquid Foundation, a 30-shade formula built to keep a natural radiance all day. Plus: her theory on choosing your foundation shade by undertone, how to bronze and warm up your skin, why every look needs a pop of color, how she contours without looking "makeup-y," and the Restraint Test: what you can skip in your routine and what you absolutely can't. A Sony Music Entertainment production.  Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts  To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email [email protected] Mentioned in the Episode: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/7817160 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is your closet actually working for you, or are you just buying trend after trend and hoping something sticks? This season, Molly and Emese are doing fall differently — instead of chasing what's new, they're breaking down what’s actually worth buying and why the same pieces keep coming back season after season. Rather than treating repeat styles as boring, they make the case that repetition is the smartest signal there is — if a brand keeps bringing back the same silhouette or bag year after year, it's usually because it's actually worth the investment.  From cashmere knits to the perfect pair of jeans, they're walking through how to spot the pieces built to last  Plus: why lace is officially here to stay, why suede is a year-round staple, why navy is the new black, the denim styling trick that can make your look, and the jewelry rule that finishes any outfit. Visit Macys.com for your fall fashion needs   A Sony Music Entertainment production.  Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts  To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email [email protected] Mentioned in the Episode: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/7661762 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ever notice how the beauty industry seems to profit most when you're the most confused about what your skin actually needs? Mrs. Derm (aka Melissa Coleman) — skincare educator, content creator, and wife of a prominent New Orleans dermatologist — has built her following on refusing to play that game, translating the confusing, expensive world of dermatology into advice women can actually use, and this week she's telling Molly and Emese exactly what's worth it and what's marketing noise. Rather than chase every new device or serum, she breaks down why her own routine is almost aggressively simple, and why the actives that get real results are the boring, consistent ones — not the expensive ones.  She gets refreshingly honest about everything from red light masks and RF microneedling to fillers, facelifts, fat transfer, and the skincare products that are actually worth your money. Mrs. Derm also walks through how watching procedures up close for years changed the way she thinks about surgery, fillers, and when "waiting it out" stops making sense, and makes her case for the one product she believes converts everyone who commits to it. A Sony Music Entertainment production.  Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts  To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email [email protected] Mentioned in the Episode: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/7539050  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What if the goal was never "optimization" at all? Dr. Amanda Kahn is one of the most sought-after longevity doctors working today, and she built her practice from the inside out — after a mysterious postpartum health crisis left doctors with no diagnosis and no answers, she left traditional medicine to figure out what actually helps people recover, feel like themselves, and stay well as they age. Rather than chasing the next buzzy supplement or hormone hack, Dr. Kahn's philosophy is about resilience: understanding your baseline, your genetics, and your bloodwork so your body has what it needs to bounce back faster — from an injury, a cold, jet lag, or years of just feeling "off." Plus: why the peptide black market is more dangerous than people realize, what BPC-157 and TB4 actually do for injury recovery, how GHK supports collagen and skin from the inside out, what the Women's Health Initiative really got wrong about hormone replacement therapy, and her go-to protocol for beating jet lag. A Sony Music Entertainment production.  Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts  To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email [email protected] Mentioned in the Episode: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is it possible to actually feel ahead of back-to-school instead of one step behind it? Molly and Emese have been through this chaos season enough times to have real systems — not just tips, but systems — for schedules, screentime, wardrobe, and everyone's sanity. Rather than pretending they have it all figured out, they walk through exactly what works in their own houses: the Sunday reset that maps out the whole week before it starts, the "mom uniform" that gets you from drop-off to dinner without a wardrobe crisis, and the screentime conversations that actually need to happen before the year ramps up. Plus: carpool systems that save your sanity, how to source a tutor, the birthday-gift stockpiling trick that makes you the most popular parent in the group chat, and why "ignorance is not bliss" when it comes to what's happening on your kid's phone. A Sony Music Entertainment production.  Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts  To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email [email protected] Mentioned in the Episode: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/7240185 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why do we keep repeating the same patterns even when we can see them clearly? And what’s actually keeping us stuck? Transformational coach and author Jim Curtis joins Molly and Emese to talk about why getting unstuck isn’t about more hustle or willpower — it’s about releasing the fears and limiting beliefs that keep us frozen, aligning with what we actually want, and becoming the person who can create the life we want. Jim shares why fear is “protection, not a prophecy,” how worthiness and safety shape so much of what we chase, and why even highly successful people can struggle with feeling like they’re not enough. Plus, Jim hypnotizes Molly live, shares his simple “happiness toolkit,” explains why closing our emotional “open loops” can help us move forward, and offers advice on knowing when it’s time to fight for a relationship — or let it go. Jim’s new book, The Book of Possibility, is out September 1. A Sony Music Entertainment production.  Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts  To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email [email protected] Mentioned in the Episode:  The Book of Possibility Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ever drink water all day and still feel like your skin looks dry, dull, or depleted? Molly and Emese break down why hydration and moisture aren't the same thing — and why your skin needs both. They get into the biggest end-of-summer skin stressors, from sun and travel to alcohol and air conditioning, plus the skincare ingredients, products, and everyday habits that can help restore hydration and support your skin barrier. Plus: why the "eight glasses a day" rule isn't one-size-fits-all, the truth about electrolytes and internal hydration, and Molly's backstage-inspired new YISE Beauty product built to bridge the hydration-moisture gap in one step. A Sony Music Entertainment production.  Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts  To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email [email protected] Mentioned in the Episode: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/6950935 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What if the biggest thing standing between you and financial confidence isn't money—it's shame? Molly and Emese sit down with Haley Sacks, better known as Mrs. Dow Jones, host of the podcast Financial Tea and New York Times bestselling author of Future Rich Person. Haley shares how she went from comedy writer to one of the internet's most trusted financial educators by making investing, wealth building, and financial confidence feel approachable instead of overwhelming. After going from comedy writer for David Letterman and Lorne Michaels to one of the internet's most trusted financial voices, Haley has made it her mission to prove that building wealth doesn't have to be confusing, intimidating, or reserved for "numbers people." Together, they unpack why so many women have been taught to avoid talking about money, how to stop letting fear drive financial decisions, and the simple habits that can help anyone feel more confident about investing and building long-term wealth. Plus: why "playing it safe" can actually hold you back, the power of monthly "money dates," how to have better conversations about finances with your partner and parents, smart strategies for buying secondhand luxury, why investing in yourself often pays the biggest dividends, and the account every parent should consider opening for their kids. A Sony Music Entertainment production.  Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts  To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email [email protected] Mentioned in the Episode: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/6691435 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What if the secret to great style isn't buying more—but buying with intention? Julia Berolzheimer built one of the internet's most beloved fashion platforms with Gal Meets Glam, but after becoming a mother, she began rethinking not just what she wore, but why she was buying it in the first place. Through her Substack Making Tradeoffs, she's helping women build wardrobes that reflect who they are—not just what's trending. Julia joins Molly and Emese to share her philosophy on personal style, why "effortless" fashion is a myth, and how putting a little more thought into getting dressed can completely change how you feel. She explains why she'd rather invest in one exceptional piece than a closet full of impulse buys, how she shops high and low, and the prompts she uses to help women rediscover the clothes they already own. Plus: the one-in, one-out hanger rule, why logos don't always equal quality, shopping the resale market, mixing black and navy (yes, absolutely), building confidence through personal style, and the AI-powered brand page tool, Coreli.ai, she created with her husband Thomas. A Sony Music Entertainment production.  Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts  To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email [email protected] Mentioned in the Episode: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/6691435 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why do some homes feel timeless while others look dated within a few years? Annie Meyers-Shyer—the creator behind @thisoakhouse, former Chanel and Harper's Bazaar PR executive, and daughter of legendary filmmaker Nancy Meyers—joins Molly and Emese to share the design philosophy that's made millions fall in love with her approach to interiors. Annie explains how documenting her own family renovation unexpectedly led to a bestselling design book, then shares the practical advice every homeowner should know: how to build mood boards that actually work, why she always asks "Will I love this in 10 years?", how to find a contractor you can trust, why every room needs something old, and why she refuses to color match paint. Whether you're renovating an entire house, refreshing one room, or simply want your home to feel more like you, this episode is packed with timeless design advice you'll come back to again and again. A Sony Music Entertainment production.  Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts  To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email [email protected] Mentioned in the Episode: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/6559308  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices