Best Adore Beautys Podcasts (2024)

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Ep 248: Adore Beauty's Best Multi-Use Products 43:21

1d ago43:21

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Foods That Give You Gas Cramps Ever find yourself clutching your stomach after eating your favourite foods? You're not alone. Those pesky gas cramps can strike at the most inconvenient times. Clinical Nutritionist Dr. Brad Leech joins Hannah and Mel to explore why these cramps occur, especially when Hannah indulges in lentils. Editor-Approved Multi…

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Ep 253: Everything You Want to Know About Eye Care 25:59

1h ago25:59

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If your eyes are showing signs of late nights, stress, or just life in general, this episode is for you. Tegan and Sadaf dive deep into everything eye-related—from dark circles to fine lines and that tired look that just won’t quit. They’ll walk us through what different products and treatments can actually do (as well as what they can’t), along wi…

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Breville’s $5b Bonanza, Seek Struggles Without Visionary Founders while REA Dominates, Crimson Rises, Rich Founders and is Milkrun the Best Customer Experience in Australia? 1:48:46

25m ago1:48:46

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The guys dissect the incredible rise and rise of Breville, dig deep into Seek’s woes after the departure of their brilliant founders and the remarkable business modal of Realestate.com, the bizarre Crimson Education business hits a billion and who are the world’s most successful founders Thanks for listening! Join us on LinkedIn: https://www.linked…

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Ep 252: How to Avoid Makeup Pilling According to a Dermal Therapist 33:23

2h ago33:23

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Wardrobe Malfunctions Ever had one of those “please let the ground swallow me whole” wardrobe moments? In today’s Cringey Convo, Hannah and Mel share their most mortifying fashion fails including an unfortunate sweaty job interview – you won’t want to miss this one. Skincare to Avoid Makeup Pilling With Dermal Therapist, Libby Le Makeup pilling: th…

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Ep 251: The Lowdown on Microbiome Skincare 16:10

1h ago16:10

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Heard of the skin's microbiome and wondered what all the fuss is about? In this episode, Tegan breaks down the basics of the skin’s microbiome, including what it is, what can throw it off balance, and how to get it back on track. She dives into the factors that can disrupt this delicate ecosystem and shares the best products to help repair and main…

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JB Hi Fi and Temple Soar, Scooters Banned, the guys speak to the superstar founder of Eight Sleep and is Work from Home Dead? 1:42:45

10h ago1:42:45

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Adam and Adir chat to the incredible Matteo Franceschetti founder of 8Sleep who is saving sleep and marriages. The guys also discuss the strange share market reaction to JB HiFi and Temple & Webster’s earnings, Scooters getting Banned and the impending death of working from home. Thanks for listening! Join us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/c…

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Ep 250: Unpacking “Beauty Blindness” & How Stress Affects Our Skin 31:20

9h ago31:20

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“Beauty Blindness” Viral Trend TikTok loves a good trend, and this week, Hannah & Mel are diving into the latest: “Blush Blindness.” But let’s be real—haven’t we all been “blind” to a few beauty faux pas in our past? From overplucking brows to over-zealous blush application, the girls reflect on their beauty blindnesses. How Stress Affects Your Ski…

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Beauty IQ Expert | Ep 249: A Skin Therapist’s Honest Take on K-Beauty 19:31

3h ago19:31

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This week, we’re diving into the world of K-Beauty with Skin Therapist Tegan Mac, who’s taking her first deep dive into this beauty phenomenon. As a newcomer to the K-Beauty scene, Tegan brings a fresh perspective and isn’t afraid to give her unfiltered, professional opinion on whether these trendy products live up to the hype. Products Mentioned: …

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The World’s Best Negotiator joins The Contrarians, Google a Monopolist and Alan Joyce gets Stripped 1:37:48

1d ago1:37:48

1:37:48

Adam and Adir are joined LIVE by the world’s best negotiation expert and Nobel Prize collaborator, Vicki Medvec. Plus, Google has been found to have engaged in illegal practises to maintain its search engine monopoly and the guys chat about the Qantas board stripping Alan Joyce of a $9 million bonus Thanks for listening! Join us on LinkedIn: https:…

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Bark And Swagger - Episode 125 Hot New Luxury Pet Fashion Brand Revealed 23:14

6d ago23:14

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Can a crazy, rich Asian make it in the world of luxury pet fashion? TV star and fashion lover, Crystal Lynn, has launched a luxury pet fashion brand out of Australia that features gorgeous leashes, necklaces and more. Pricey? Yes. A must to land on your fashion radar? Yes! Discover Crystal Lynn’s inspiration, how she segued from the reality tv worl…

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Beauty IQ Expert | Ep 247: Back to Basics: The Skincare Lessons You May Have Forgotten About 22:25

22d ago22:25

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With so much information (and misinformation) at our fingertips, it's easy to get lost in the sea of serums, creams, and cleansers. But sometimes, the best thing you can do for your skin is to simplify and focus on the fundamentals. We revisit essential skincare lessons you might have forgotten about for a fresh perspective on achieving that covete…

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Canva’s Bets Big on AI, Rex Crash Lands, Atlassian Slumps, the Business Behind the Olympics and Adir’s Hot New Rig 1:42:39

17d ago1:42:39

1:42:39

Adam & Adir chat about Canva’s huge bet on Leonardo.ai, the unsurprising collapse of Rex, Atlassian’s share price slump and how it can recover and the much anticipated latest edition of Adir’s Book Club Thanks for listening! Join us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-contrarians-with-adam-and-adir-podcast Subscribe on YouTube for all…

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Ep 246: What to Look for in an At-Home LED Device 40:16

24d ago40:16

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When is it time to get weird with a new partner? We've all got those quirky nighttime routines we secretly love, right? From wearing retainers that make you sound like you've got a lisp to rocking those oversized granny panties—Hannah, Mel, and Producer Cass are here to spill the tea. They dive into when and how to introduce these not-so-secret hab…

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Beauty IQ Expert | Ep 245: To Mix, or Not to Mix? Debunking Skincare Ingredient Combos 13:33

14d ago13:33

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Are you sure you're layering your skincare products the right way? Skin Therapist Tegan and Senior Beauty Editor Sadaf are here to unravel the mysteries of ingredient mixing. In this episode, they’ll reveal which combinations are a match made in heaven and which ones you should avoid. With expert layering techniques and timing tips, consider this y…

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Essilor Luxottica's Glorious Monopoly, Stensholt Live From Paris, Dream Team Inflation, Apple and Google’s Flex their Market Power 1:42:44

23d ago1:42:44

1:42:44

Adam & Adir discuss how Essilor Luxottica built the world’s best monopoly, Inflation in Sports Star Salaries, chat to Rich List Star Correspondent John Stensholt and the incredible power of Apple and Google

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Ep 244: Is ‘Slugging’ Back? An Expert Breaks Down the Skincare Trend 36:11

16d ago36:11

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Are period apps getting too personal? Ever felt like your period app knows a little too much about you? From announcing your period's arrival to detailed data on your discharge, Hannah & Mel ponder all things period tracking apps for today's cringey convo. Plus, Mel shares her spicy book recommendations for Hannah's holiday. Is "Slugging" back? Wit…

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Beauty IQ Expert | Ep 243: Skincare SOS, I’ve had a reaction, now what? 15:14

21d ago15:14

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Have you ever tried a new product and ended up with red, itchy, or irritated skin? Don’t panic! Tegan shares her fool-proof “stop drop and roll” method (no firefighters included) to combat an impaired barrier. Products Mentioned: Société Rejuvenating Peptide Mask - 5pc La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5+ Submit your Adore Anonymous Questions here: h…

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Microsoft Takes on Canva, July and Oroton’s colab and is Flippa the World’s Coolest Marketplace 1:47:53

1M ago1:47:53

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The guys chat about Microsoft launching its Canva Killer, Smiggle’s customer service woes, the fascinating collaboration between giant July and Oroton and Flippa’s superstar CEO Blake Hutchison discussed how Flippa’s marketplaces dominates the business of selling businesses.

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Ep 242: Party-Proof Makeup with Celebrity MUA, Chantelle Baker 32:51

23d ago32:51

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Hannah’s Heel Skin Horror Story Hannah spills the beans on her cringey experience removing hard heel skin—definitely not a method we’d suggest, but it makes for a hilarious story! Celebrity Makeup Artist Chantelle Baker Chantelle Baker has glammed some of the world's most famous faces from Gigi Hadid to Sarah Jessica Parker. Now, the makeup artist …

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Beauty IQ Expert | Ep 241: Ready, Set, Glow! Top Skincare Products for Radiant Skin This Winter 18:05

28d ago18:05

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Feeling the effects of the harsh Aussie winter on your skin? Join Adore's Senior Beauty Editor, Sadaf Razi, and Skin Therapist, Tegan Mac, as they share their best tips for keeping your skin hydrated and glowing this season. Discover their favourite serums and moisturisers to combat the winter chill. Plus, don't miss the latest Adore Anonymous, whe…

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Have the Good Guys Gone Bad, Nike Gets Hammered, Hutchie Beats the Doubters and is this the most Dilutive Capital Raise Ever? 1:33:00

1M ago1:33:00

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Adam and Adir discuss the ACCC's action against The Good Guys, Nike's Worst Day Ever and are CEO John Donohue's Days Numbered, is Sendle's Capital Raise the most Dilutive Ever, Craig Hutchison's massive win as Sports Entertainment Group sells the Wildcats and the latest chapter in Adir's Bookclub

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Ep 240: Gemma Dimond’s Glowy Skin On The Go 40:01

1M ago40:01

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The Worst Beauty Advice Hannah and Mel dish on the worst beauty advice they've ever received. You'll also hear from our new Beauty IQ Expert hosts Tegan and Sadaf on their own horror stories. Keeping Your Skin Hydrated While Travelling with Gemma Dimond To say Gemma Dimond - beauty writer, MC and host of her hit podcast Glow Journal - travels a lot…

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Beauty IQ Expert | Ep 239: Things You Didn't Know Were Ageing Your Skin 26:09

1M ago26:09

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We’re all for ageing, but we get it if you want to postpone some of the side effects acquired while living a long and full life! In this week’s ep, Tegan and Sadaf take you through the things you didn’t know were ageing your skin and the simple changes you can make to slow down the process. Tune in every Wednesday to hear these industry pros give t…

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Beauty IQ Expert | Ep 238: Our Favourite Vitamin Cs Under $100 17:27

1M ago17:27

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Welcome to the first episode of Beauty IQ Expert! Beauty Editor, Sadaf Razi and Skin Therapist and Clinic Owner, Tegan Macdonald take you through their favourite vitamin Cs under $100. Every Wednesday you'll hear these industry pros give their take on current trends and let you know what's a win, and what's best left in the beauty bin. Products Men…

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The best Australian CEO you’ve never heard of, British Airways, Delta Airlines Triumphs and why Grit is the key to Raising Money 1:35:20

1M ago1:35:20

1:35:20

The guys chat about MGI and their brilliant CEO, the transformation at Delta Airlines, the mediocrity of BA and Adam’s tough Maldives trip

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Ep 237: Acne Through Different Phases of Life 36:07

1M ago36:07

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Cleaning Your Ears Without Trauma with Dr Lucinda Our favourite GP, Dr Lucinda is back to talk us through exactly how to clean your ears without the trauma Acne Through Different Phases of Life with Libby Le It can be hard to understand why acne may pop up through different life phases (hello adult acne?!). We welcome Dermal Therapist, Libby Le on …

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Cettire's Woes, Adore Beauty gets Acquisitive, Adir gets it right on Inflation and is Centreparc the world's Best Tourism Asset? 1:55:37

1M ago1:55:37

1:55:37

The guys discuss the challenges facing polarising eCommerce stock Cettire, Adir deep dives into Adore Beauty's acquisition announcement, inflation continues to reap havoc and why the RBA was dead wrong to keep rates too low for too long, the best ways to book and find good travel deals and the remarkable Centreparc business.…

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Ep 236: The Low Down on Postpartum Hair Loss 36:31

1M ago36:31

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Gross Things Your Co-Habitant Does This cringey convo will have you either crying with laughter or completely grossed out with hilarious anonymous submissions from our Facebook Group. Postpartum Hair Loss with Trichologist, Chelcey Salinger Trichologist Chelcey Salinger takes Hannah and Mel through the ins and outs of postpartum hair loss including…

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Guzman Pops, The Importance of Loyalty, Adam’s Celeb Encounter, Prezee’s Challenges and the Bizarre World of Gift Cards and the Incredible Bellabox Story 1:51:50

2M ago1:51:50

1:51:50

The guys discuss the huge Guzman y Gomez IPO, why a loyalty scheme is so important to business, Prezee’s mounting losses and world of gift cards, the amazing business that rose from the ashes of Bellabox and Adam encounters Hollywood royalty. Join The Contrarians Army group on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-contrarians-with-adam-and…

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Ep 235: Lab Muffin’s Take on Chemical vs Physical Sunscreen 32:48

2M ago32:48

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2018 Microblading Check In Did you get your brows micro bladed or tattooed when it was all the rage in 2018? We're checking in to find out how everyone's brows are holding up 6 years on. The Difference Between Chemical and Physical Sunscreen with Lab Muffin Cosmetic Chemist, Dr Michelle Wong aka Lab Muffin breaks down the difference between physica…

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Our First Live Show! TripaDeal Cashes In and the Magic of Ben Gray, what is EBITDA, Adrian Giles Triple Success and The Reject Shop 1:51:02

2M ago1:51:02

1:51:02

The Contrarians in front of a live audience at Fortress Melbourne discuss Qantas’ acquisition of TripADeal and Ben Gray PE Genius, Adrian Giles incredible Hitwise exit and building Fortress and the guys look deep into The Reject Shop.

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Ep 234: Europe Travel Hacks from a Makeup Artist 44:55

2M ago44:55

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The 7kg Packing Challenge Hannah & Mel are put to the test to see if they can pack for a 7 day trip to Bali with carry-on luggage only. Find out what they packed and what didn’t make the cut! Europe Travel Hacks from Makeup Artist Megan Miloshis Makeup Artist and AB Staffer, Megan Miloshis is back on the podcast to take us through her Europe travel…

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Elon's Pay, Turmoil at Nine, Dodgy Taxis, Streamers Unite and How to Ask for a Payrise 1:25:33

2M ago1:25:33

1:25:33

The guys chat about Elon's potential $46b payday, Costello goes at Nine, streamers unite to stop churn and what's the best way to ask for a pay rise?

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Ep 233: What’s The Difference Between Retinol and Retinal? 37:20

2M ago37:20

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Hair Brush Maintenance Do you remember the last time you cleaned your hairbrush? We got our resident hairdresser in to explain how we should *actually* be cleaning our brushes. The Difference Between Retinol and Retinal with Yads Cauchi Dermal Therapist, Yads Cauchi is back to guide us through the benefits of different Vitamin A derivatives and sha…

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Catapult hits US $100m, Guzman IPO, Canva's Rap and Salesforce's Crash 1:27:10

2M ago1:27:10

1:27:10

The guys chat about Catapult hitting the US$100 million revenue milestone, go deep into the IPO prospects of Guzman y Gomez, fawn of Canva's cringey rap, discuss the struggles facing Salesforce and Adir gets into ice cream. 00:00 - Adir's 'Rollercoaster' Week 11:45 - Adir Watched Free-to-Air TV 18:15 - Catapult Sports 32:50 - Meta and Shopify 41:22…

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Ep 232: HANNAH’S ENGAGED! 35:38

2M ago35:38

35:38

The Canadian popped the question! Hear the proposal story. Sleeping in Beds with Pets, Gross or Not? Are you for or against sharing the bed with your furry friends? Hannah & Mel poll the AB office to reach a verdict. Do Your Nails Need a Break from Shellac and Gel Treatments? Dermatologist Dr Shammi Theesan takes us through the damage you may not k…

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Will the AI Bubble Burst, Warby Parker’s Struggles, Why Start-Up Valuations Don’t Matter, Greed isn’t Good and How do you Choose Where to Work? 1:41:00

3M ago1:41:00

1:41:00

The guys go deep into AI, does Warby Parker’s DTC model stack up, why founders shouldn’t obsess over their valuation, the death of Ivan Boesky the original Greed is Good Guy and when should you leave a corporate job for a startup?

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Ep 231: Advice for Teen Skincare with James Vivian 41:55

3M ago41:55

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Most Upsetting Beauty Moments That Ruin Your Day Have you dropped a day old bottle of C E Ferulic? We hope not! With help from Adore Beauty Staffers, Hannah & Mel share beauty moments that have had them close to tears. First world problems, we know. Advice for Teen Skincare with James Vivian Dermal Therapist, Clinic Owner and Founder of Viviology, …

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Should Start-Ups Give Employees Equity, Netflix the last of the Water Coolers, K-Mart's Success and Reece Witherspoon's Business Genius 1:47:15

3M ago1:47:15

1:47:15

The guys go deep into why they think start-ups should give employees equity and the different ways to do it, Netflix's incredible run and the brilliance of Baby Reindeer, is K-Mart Australia's best ever retailer and Reece Witherspoon's incredible business success.

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Ep 230: Change of Season Must Haves 41:06

3M ago41:06

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Mel’s Period Cup Diaries If you’ve ever wanted to know what it’s like to try a period cup for the first time, Mel has taken one for the team and documented her experience. Change of Season Must Haves with Beauty Editor, Jas Riley Beauty Editor, Jas Riley joins the podcast to take us through some cooler weather must-haves that will keep your skin an…

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The Economics of Book Writing, Temple Tumbles, Adir Breaks the Breakthrough Fund and what Should Warren do with his big Apple stake? 1:43:08

3M ago1:43:08

1:43:08

The guys chat about the financial secrets of the publishing industry, the risks of owning Temple & Webster, the disaster gets smaller at Breakthrough Victoria and should Berkshire Hathaway sell its huge Apple stake? Tickets to our live show: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/the-contrarians-live-podcast-fortress-melbourne-tickets-898908107347?aff=odd…

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Ep 229: Can You Really Fix Split Ends? 36:23

3M ago36:23

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Talking Bunions with Podiatrist Dr Sam Hannah and Mel call in Podiatrist, Dr Sam to explain exactly what a bunion is and the factors that might be causing them. Can You Really Fix Split Ends? Are our split ends repairable? Trichologist, Dr Kay Fitzgerald is back on the podcast to help us understand what split ends are and if chopping them is the on…

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Bonza collapses, Envato Founders Heroic Exit, HIMs, Newbook and Big Bucks in Restaurant Bookings 1:40:25

3M ago1:40:25

1:40:25

The guys discuss the huge exits at Envato and Newbook the importance of picking your Golden Moment, the Bonza debacle, HIMs controversy and how college kids are cashing in on restaurant reservations

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Ep 228: How Long Your Skincare Actually Takes to Work 38:55

4M ago38:55

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Mel’s Cringey Chafe Story Boardshorts and Mel are NOT friends. Mel takes us through the chafe story that almost landed her in hospital. How Long Your Skincare Actually Takes to Work Dermal Therapist Brooke Holmes from Me, Skin and Body joins the podcast to debunk how long skincare ingredients actually take to work and the combinations that we can e…

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Bluey's Billions, Tesla's Tough Times, Atlassian Gets Profitable and the death of Diamonds 1:35:59

4M ago1:35:59

1:35:59

The guys discuss the incredible growth of Bluey and how the ABC missed the chance to make billions, Tesla's profit woes and Elon asks for more money, Atlassian's Profit Comeback and share slump and the case for Fake Diamonds

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Ep 227: Adore Beauty’s Top Budget Picks 40:22

4M ago40:22

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Funniest Product Reviews Hannah and Mel read through Adore Beauty’s funniest product reviews from customers. Top Budget Picks Senior Beauty Editor, Sadaf Razi is back on the podcast with her top budget picks for skincare, makeup and hair care. Product Review Mentions: Poo Pourri Royal Flush K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Mask I'm From Mugwort Essenc…

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Mr Beast a Billionaire? Facebook's Insta Purchase Just Keeps Getting Better. And which Hollywood Celeb snubbed Adir at a Superbowl Party? 1:41:53

4M ago1:41:53

1:41:53

The guys discuss the rise and rise of Mr Beast, take a deeper look at Facebook's now legendary purchase of Instagram and guess which Hollywood Celeb snubbed Adir at a Superbowl Party?

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Ep 226: Syncing Your Skincare to Your Cycle 33:19

4M ago33:19

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Syncing Your Skincare to Your Menstrual Cycle Dermatologist, Dr Cara McDonald joins the podcast to help Hannah and Mel understand how you can best sync your skincare to your menstrual cycle. Blind Reacting to Fragrances Hannah and Mel attempt to guess the notes of some of Adore Beauty's favourite fragrances. Fragrances Mentioned: Yves Saint Laurent…

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Qantas' Huge Move, the Shrinking Tiger Global, are we in a Recession and the rise of Lime Bikes 1:59:06

4M ago1:59:06

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Adam and Adir chat about the big Qantas loyalty move, Tiger Global's new fund and have we hit peak VC, the dyanmics of the Scooter Rental market and the guys talk Recession and Inflation. Make sure you subscribe to our newsletter: www.contrarianspod.com

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Ep 225: How to Pick the Right Foundation 39:07

5M ago39:07

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How bad is sleeping with a tampon? Hannah was shocked to hear that Mel sleeps with a tampon in overnight so they get Dr Lucinda in to share the dos & don'ts of tampon use. How to Pick the Right Foundation Picking the right foundation can be so daunting, especially shopping online. Lucky for you, we’ve called in makeup artist and AB Staffer, Megan t…

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