Best Richly Melanated Podcasts (2024)

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MT #26- Scuba Diving Around the World ft. John Montgomery 51:23

7d ago51:23

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Send us a ? and feedback! This episode is jammed back with gems with the amazing John Montgomery aka Johnmm2 We literally dive into what motivated him to be a certified scuba diver and how he influences individual to travel around the world. Touching the motherland for the first time (Ghana); re-visiting countries; Brazil, Mexico. Learn what makes …

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MT #25- 50 Countries Before 50 ft. The Chic Techie Travels 42:32

1M ago42:32

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Send us a ? and feedback! This episode is jammed back with gems with the amazing Taquanica aka Thechictechietravels We dive into her motivation to travel the world, benefits of being a travel agent, countries that surprised her and many other gems! Belgium, Bahamas, Australia, Greece are some of the countries mentioned in this episode just to name …

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MT #24- Angola to the World ft. The Black German Traveler 36:24

1M ago36:24

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Send us a ? and feedback! This episode is jammed back with gems with the amazing Emilia Joao aka The German Traveler We dive into her roots in Angola, her transition to living in Germany (Berlin), and other countries that she has visited. She has traveled to over 50 countries since 2020 and has never looked back. She is an educator and wants to ins…

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MT #23- Living that Vanlife with Navodthenomad 37:55

2M ago37:55

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Send us a ? and feedback! In this episode we discuss the Van lifestyle with Navod McNeil aka Navodthenomad. There are other alternatives than the normal white house and a picket fence. Back in 2020, Navod made a decision to purchase a van and convert it over to an RV. He has traveled to 48 out of 50 states around the country. We also discuss the co…

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MT #22- Black Love & Couple Travel ft. Doc & Bean 1:09:41

4M ago1:09:41

1:09:41

Send us a ? and feedback! We all know that solo travel is great but if you want an enhance experience; have you attempted to travel with your significant other? What we call it is Baecation! Well you are about to listen to this amazing couple Doc & Bean inform us how they met and have been traveling the world ever since. Philly man meets Caribbean …

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MT #21- London Bridge is Falling Down ft. Lola Ibraheem 49:50

4M ago49:50

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Send us a ? and feedback! London is more than just a bridge. In this episode you get to here from one of our sisters over in England Lola Ibraheem. She will be dropping gems on places to go in London outside of the tourist zone and into the "council flats" (better term for hood) in the area. Destination darling from London, an aspiring travel exper…

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MT #20- We Outside! ft. The Unpopular Black 1:02:39

5M ago1:02:39

1:02:39

Send us a ? and feedback! Having grown up in Anchorage, Alaska you would assume that Courtney Lanctot grew up doing all the wilderness activities but that was far from the case. She fully believed the narrative that Black people didn’t do the outdoor things, afterall she hadn’t seen or experienced any positive examples. It wasn’t until 2016 that sh…

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MT #19- Roaming with Globe ft. Mr. Roaming The Globe 1:07:15

7M ago1:07:15

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Send us a ? and feedback! Meet Patrick Amara aka Mr Roaming the Globe, a passionate content creator whose love for traveling has taken him on incredible journeys across the globe. From humble beginnings in , Patrick's wanderlust ignited a desire to explore new cultures, immerse himself in diverse experiences, and document his adventures for the wor…

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MT #18- I Make Traveling With Kids Look Easy ft. The Fearless Mommy 1:03:05

9M ago1:03:05

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Send us a ? and feedback! This was an amazing episode with Niesha Walker aka thefearlessmommy Do you think traveling with kids is hard? Well find out in this episode how easy The Fearless Mommy makes it look. Niesha is a mother of four amazing children (11, 7, 5, and 2 year olds) and travels with them everywhere she goes. She connects with mothers …

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MT #17- African Descendants in El Salvador? Afro-Latinos in El Salvador Speaking Their Truth 51:36

9M ago51:36

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Send us a ? and feedback! This was an amazing episode with Leslie Alvarenga Cuadra aka Queengwen31 When we think about El Salvador, all we see is travel content creators posting how amazing the country is. Great! But, there is also a different side of El Salvador that we may not know. The country of El Salvador claims that they have no existence of…

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MT #16- Finding My Roots in Eritrea, Return to the Motherland ft. Samya Abdela 1:08:25

9M ago1:08:25

1:08:25

Send us a ? and feedback! This was an amazing episode with Samya Abdela aka @samyatravels In this episode we discuss: Eritrea (Proud to be Eritrean) Connecting to her roots by going back to her homeland of Eritrea How a 2016 group trip to Jamaica changed her perspective on life and travel Why connecting to the continent of Africa is so important Wh…

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MT #15- Strangers turned into friends in El Salvador ft. Kayla Delores 53:14

9M ago53:14

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Send us a ? and feedback! This was an amazing episode with Kayla Delores (Owner of Grandma's Hands Haircare) In this episode we discuss: We discuss how we met in El Salvador with her fiancé Importance of traveling and being open to meeting new people Hiking the highest volcano in El Salvador- Santa Ana Launching her new business Grandma's Hands Hai…

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MT #14- Germany is a Vibe, Visiting Dracula's Castle, Scotland, Bolivia ft. Preston Turner 1:21:11

9M ago1:21:11

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Send us a ? and feedback! This was an amazing episode with Preston Turner aka Travels_in_my_lifetime_ In this episode we discuss: Germany (Frankfort, Colon, Munich & Berlin) & the safety factor Boliva? (Yes Bolivia!, a country that most in the Diaspora do not think to travel) Romania & Visiting Dracula's Castle Scotland South Korea Starting a trave…

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MT #13- 41 Countries & Counting, Walking With Lions in Senegal, 5 out 7 Wonders of the World ft. Alicia_thewanderer 1:03:00

9M ago1:03:00

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Send us a ? and feedback! This was an amazing episode with Alecia_thewanderer! In this episode we discuss: Walking with lions in Senegal Visiting 5 out 7 Wonders of the World Traveling to 6 out of the 7 continents Peru (Machuu Pichuu) Rome (Colosseum) Mexico (Chichen Itza) Brazil (Christ the Redeemer) India (Taj Mahal) Researching cultural customs …

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MT #12- Your Conditions Are Not Your Conclusions! ft. Jordan Harrison 1:23:42

10M ago1:23:42

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Send us a ? and feedback! We kick off season 2 with Jordan Harrison! In this episode we discuss: The impact of traveling to the motherland (Ghana) How your conditions are not your conclusions. The statement reflects on no matter how you were raised, use that as fuel to strive for success Solo travel to Medellin, Colombia and how we became great fri…

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MT #11- Traveling the Uncharted Path, Engaged in Dominica, Adventures in Belize ft. JetsetJose 1:12:53

11M ago1:12:53

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Send us a ? and feedback! In this episode of the Melanated Travelers Podcast, we dive deep into why you should consider the uncharted path. Venturing out to countries that are not popular amongst tourist. Get insight on the amazing countries of Puerto Rica, Grenada, and Belize in this season finale episode. WAYS YOU CAN SUPPORT THE CHANNEL: -If you…

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MT #9- Colombia Edition in Cali Colombia ft. Judah Travels 52:47

11M ago52:47

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Send us a ? and feedback! This is the first episode where we have a guest that we interview in person. Judah Travels is an avid travelers who has been to many countries. Listen to the reason why he decided to call Colombia home. PLEASE WRITE A REVIEW IF YOU ARE VIBING WITH THE PODCAST Purchase Melanated Traveler MERCH: https://melanatedtraveler.com…

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MT #10- Know The Rules So You Can Play The Game, Detained in France, 44 Countries & Counting ft. Toni Jackson 1:24:39

11M ago1:24:39

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Send us a ? and feedback! In this episode we interview Toni S. Jackson. An emergency medical physician that has traveled to over 44 countries and counting. Jamaica born and raised, learn why the people of this vibrant country always carry a chip on their shoulders. Detain in France? Learn the facts behind the story that broke the internet. IF YOU A…

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MT #8- Finding Amore in Italy: One City at a Time, Living in Italy, Understanding Italian Norms ft. Aperlife 1:01:49

11M ago1:01:49

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Send us a ? and feedback! In this episode of the Melanated Travelers Podcast, we dive deep into living in Italy, falling in love with an Italian and understanding cultural customs of Italy. We discuss the main four cities of Florence, Venice, Rome, Milan, but, we also cover towns that sit in the beautiful country sides. Italy is an amazing country …

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MT #7-Hidden Gem in South America, Why you should add Cambodia, Japan & Phillipines to Your Travel List ft. Mark Gordon 56:35

12M ago56:35

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Send us a ? and feedback! In this episode of the Melanated Travelers Podcast, we dive deep into traveling to 6 out of the 7 continents in the world. Do you have Asian counties on your destination list? Cebu Phillipines, Cambodia, Japan, etc. Touring around Europe and the hidden gym in South America. WAYS YOU CAN SUPPORT THE CHANNEL: -If you enjoyed…

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MT #6- Brooklyn Bred Entrepreneur, Coach & Boxer; Starting a Business In Medellin Colombia Ft. Coach Marc Mitts 53:44

12M ago53:44

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Send us a ? and feedback! n this episode of the Melanated Travelers Podcast, we dive deep Coach Marc being raised in Brooklyn, NY. Transforming into a boxer now coach, Marc Mitts embarks on a new journey of starting a business is the vibrant city of Medellin. Why it is so important to connect with the culture and so much more. We talk in detail abo…

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MT #5- Why You Should Visit Antigua, Finland & Iceland Becoming Popular Travel Destinations Ft. KJ Aponte 50:36

12M ago50:36

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Send us a ? and feedback! In this episode of the Melanated Travelers Podcast, we dive deep into the the beautiful country of Antigua. Also cover other countries like Finland & Iceland; giving you insight on why these destinations have become popular to travelers. Get some insight on some amazing countries like travel tips and details on amazing des…

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MT #4- The Concrete Jungle of New York, Did I See My Auntie in Colombia? South Korea, Bali Vibes Ft. Tyronn Andrews 1:10:48

12M ago1:10:48

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Send us a ? and feedback! In this episode of the Melanated Travelers Podcast, we dive deep into the concete jungle of New York, New York. Did I see my auntie in Colombia? Breaking the myth that blacks are just in a certain geographical area. We (The Diaspora) are everywhere. Is the Eiffel Tower overrated? Digital nomad life and so much more. Get so…

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MT #3- Considering Moving My Family Overseas, Granny is the New Plug Ft. Earnest Lewis 1:02:16

12M ago1:02:16

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Send us a ? and feedback! In this episode of the Melanted Travelers Podcast, we dive deep into why black families should consider starting a new life overseas, grandmas are the new plug, and so much more. This guest owns over 13+ acres of land, raising his own chickens, and grows his own vegetables. Get some insight on some amazing countries like U…

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MT #2- From Side Hustle to Main Hustle, Traveled to Over 30 Countries & Counting Ft. Rokeya Thomas 1:18:12

12M ago1:18:12

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Send us a ? and feedback! In this episode of the Melanted Travelers Podcast, we dive deep into overcoming adversity, the side hustle is the new main hustle, and traveling to over 30 countries. Traveling all over Europe; stares by the locals in Croatia and so much more. Get some insight on some amazing countries like Croatia, London, Paris and so mu…

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MT #1- Why Blacks Should Travel Ft. Jamilah Hakim 1:05:28

12M ago1:05:28

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Send us a ? and feedback! In this first episode of the Melanted Travelers Podcast, we dive deep into why blacks should travel with Jamilah Hakim. Did you know that only 49% of African Americans travel domestically and only 17% travel internationally? Well we want to change that narrative one episode at a time sharing amazing stories to inspire the …

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Black Girl Sunscreen - Melanated Skin Wellness 30:05

1+ y ago30:05

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BGS Founder Shontay Lundy’s main mission is to educate people of color about the importance of sun protection and skin wellness. Embarking upon her brand development journey, five years ago with the release of her brand champion moisturizing sunscreen lotion, which received a glowing review from a Reddit user that caused it to go viral in 2019. WEB…

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The Paper Plane Cocktail Hour: Wave Your Freak Flag 27:09

1+ y ago27:09

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This Paper Plane Cocktail Hour episode is fun one… and one with a twist! Ever wonder how The Paper Nerd became a paper nerd? Tune in as Amy turns the tables on Sarah and interviews her on all things paper! We will hear Sarah’s industry insights to her nostalgic descriptive accounts to today’s social messaging narratives. From how we express ourselv…

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Around The World Beauty: Discovering Rituals 38:07

1+ y ago38:07

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Around the World Beauty, a boutique travel company, where Celebrity Makeup Artist and Founder Stephanie Flor guides women around the globe on exclusive beauty experiences to celebrate the cultural source for modern day beauty rituals. In this podcast episode, Stephanie also shares her brand, adventure, and insight on beauty & wellness trends for 20…

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The Paper Plane Cocktail Hour: My Ride or Die 33:39

1+ y ago33:39

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Kate Murray of Quick Brown Fox Letterpress is adept at juggling several stationery hats simultaneously. She is renowned for her near-perfect registration on every letterpressed piece she prints. Also known as a Louie Awards chair and active Greeting Card Association member, Kate is a champion in assuring we are hearing all the voices of smaller mak…

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The Paper Plane Cocktail Hour: Show Me Your Birthday Cards 47:39

1+ y ago47:39

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Miss the final Paper Planes Cocktail Hour of 2022 at your own risk, as Amy and Sarah hobnob with none other than industry powerhouse Dan Collier. Maintaining two thriving stationery and gift store retail brands — Archer and The Merchant — as well as the famed daniel*richards showrooms in Atlanta and Dallas, Dan's scope and eye is unparalleled in th…

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The Paper Plane Cocktail Hour: Fine Tuning the Beast 40:12

2y ago40:12

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Retail can be a monster. Just ask Michael Schultz and Douglas Duncan of Cursive. For 15 years, their stores within ABC Carpet & Home and in Grand Central Station were essential New York City shops, that is until COVID-19 shut them all down. But like the proverbial phoenix, Cursive is back in business, with two award-winning West Village shops. This…

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The Paper Plane Cocktail Hour: The Scrolling Factor 47:33

2y ago47:33

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Miss this episode at your own risk! Amy & Sarah sit down with stationery legend Chandra Greer, who spills on everything from her hybrid retail model to what makes a range stand out to her and get precious shelf space in her domains. Whatever role you play in our community, Chandra’s mindful perspective and focus on civility and connection will infu…

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What’s your Jam? 43:53

2y ago43:53

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Jumping into the world of social media is so much easier for some people than others. But this simple school of thought holds true whether you are an interior designer, product creator, or a letterpress designer- our brand is our story, and our story is us. Some of the easiest things that we can do to promote our business and build a loyal communit…

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The Paper Plane Cocktail Hour: A Jill of All Trades 51:44

2y ago51:44

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If you work in the gift industry, you’ve probably heard of Occasionette. You may have also noticed that in less than a decade, they have opened some wildly popular shopping destinations in the Philadelphia area. Identified as one of the region’s 100 fastest growing businesses in both 2019 and 2020, owner and creative director Sara Villari shares so…

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Bebemoss - A Small Company with Big Values. 39:30

2y ago39:30

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Bebemoss designs beautiful handmade modern huggable toys using sustainable, slow process organic fibers, a collection of simply classic and playful toys. A social enterprise follows ethical and fair production Principles and is a social and impact-driven organization. Providing sustainable jobs and fair living wages for more than 120 women. RESOURC…

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The Paper Plane Cocktail Hour: She’s gonna need a Bigger Booth! 39:49

2y ago39:49

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Sometimes what you see before you is only part of the picture. If you spy a Dahlia Press card for example, you are experiencing only one design dimension of the immensely talented and prolific creator behind it, Stephanie Clarke. Stephanie does not only maintain the Dahlia Press studio shop in Seattle, she has also founded a second brand, Chloe Cla…

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We are the Gate Keepers 44:24

2y ago44:24

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As the largest industry in the world, Retail can improve lives, help ecosystems, and impact economies. We are witnessing retailers shifting to a more sustainable future because our consumers are demanding it. Listen in as our own Amy Loewenberg and Tommy Brown, the St. Louis Zoo’s Retail manager and Conservation Buyer discuss the economic, social, …

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The Paper Plane Cocktail Hour: Location, Location, Location 42:45

2y ago42:45

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Sometimes a map does more than get you from point A to point B; it can define a destination, and by extension, our emotional connection to it. Just ask married couple Rachel Rheingold and Michael Berick, who were inspired by grocery totes sited on a trip abroad to launch Maptote in 2006. This Brooklyn-based house of design has been much imitated, b…

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The Babesta Beat 38:52

2y ago38:52

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Join Amy as she talks with Jennifer Cattaui, the Founder and CEO of Babesta, a very hip children’s store located online and in lower Manhattan. With the baby and child market radiating traditional pinks and blues, Babesta was born in 2004 to rebel against genderized styles that seemed to stray from Jenn’s aesthetic. As a new mom herself, she sought…

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Paper Plane Cocktail Hour: Banish the Bunny 37:14

2y ago37:14

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Sometimes all you need is a fresh perspective to achieve real progress. Just ask Victoria Venturi of Paper Epiphanies. The comedienne-turned-card creator turned the industry — to say nothing of modern stationery messaging — on its ear with her distinctive feminist voice, rife with vulnerability and authenticity, seasoned with copious humor and sass…

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NY NOW Rising Artisans - Handmade Initiative 33:27

2y ago33:27

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NY NOW®’s Rising Artisans is the premier destination within the HANDMADE® Collection at NY NOW® presenting the newest sustainable designers and global artisans to market. Bringing together our signature incubator programs, into one destination for NY NOW buyers searching for the newest handmade designers and artisans to market. RESOURCES Guest Webs…

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That girl w/ her knife 42:21

2+ y ago42:21

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To you, it’s just a knife, but to Elicia Castaldi, it’s the driving force behind her feminine, authentic and unapologetic Girl w/Knife range of stationery and gifts. She believes in a life lived glamorously, with reckless abandon, in six-inch stilettos — and although Elicia didn’t know it when she sat down to chat with Amy and Sarah, this cutting-e…

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She Shoots from the Hip 1:00:44

2+ y ago1:00:44

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Today’s podcast is not just with a buyer, or merchandiser, or retail consultant, or even a podcaster… it is with all the above! Michelle Sherrier, founder of MC Design Collaboration and host of the Retail Whore podcast and Amy Loewenberg dive deep into Michelle’s 40 year plus career surrounding all things retail, wholesale, and merchandising. Hear …

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The Paper Plane Cocktail Hour: Inspire your inner Bad A** 34:45

2+ y ago34:45

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From humble origins that began with long, late nights and just eight products, the Golden Gems sisters — AKA Susan Logsdon and Amanda Helman — created quite a lifestyle brand over the last five years. With lofty aims to inspire your inner badass, the duo creates bold, cheeky, and empowering merchandise that does just that. Listen in as Amy and Sara…

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Harmonizing Sustainability with Harmony Designs Furnitures & Interiors 39:43

2+ y ago39:43

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Harmony Designs Furniture & Interiors is a 2500 square foot retail store with a design studio and local art gallery/event space on its lower level. Geared in helping customers and design clients experience harmony by catering to their unique/beautiful/divine selves. Harmony Designs features furniture, gifts, accessories, personal products, art and …

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The National Weavers Movement with Mayan Hands 47:00

2+ y ago47:00

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Spinning Rights in Guatemala and The Struggle of Mayan Weavers, The National Movement of Weavers It was born in 2014 with more than 600 weavers and the support of AFEDES. With its creation, it began the legal battle to claim the recognition and protection of the copyright of designs, textiles, and clothing, counting along the way with the technical…

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Business Interruptus 39:16

2+ y ago39:16

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We all have experienced it... an interruption in our business. We also know that we can expect them again when we are least ready for it. Join us as former retail store owner, RETAILMavens founder Cathy Donovan Wagner and Amy Loewenberg talk about some fun out of the box in-store and out-of-store events as ways to build a community around your busi…

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The Paper Plane Cocktail Hour: The Heart and Soul of Honeyberry 37:06

2+ y ago37:06

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Just when we need to be reminded to take a moment and maybe a deep breath, Yuko Miki of Honeyberry Studios comes to the rescue with her menagerie of adorable animals and upbeat messaging. She defines loving yourself as an act of resistance, and her offbeat, life-affirming range of stationery and lifestyle merchandise accordingly makes that a realit…

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Handloom Textile Tours with Heritage Weaves 46:45

2+ y ago46:45

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Heritage weaves conducts hand loom textile tours for conscious travelers, who want to see how handmade clothes are made, buyers and textile enthusiast, gain the experience of seeing how Ikat is made and buy from the weavers directly. Each process of the Ikat weaving is explained in detail, based in Nalgonda district of Telangana state, India. Herit…

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