Best Go Pyrate Podcasts (2024)

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Study The Beyonce Effect 12:59

9d ago12:59

12:59

Nicole shares thoughts on Cowboy Carter II and the Beyonce marketing blitz of the last few months. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Gagged All Month: Black History Worthy Lewks 21:28

2M ago21:28

21:28

Nicole takes a look back at the 2024 Black History Month and the Black style and biz moments that kept our attention.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Meet Chris Pyrate, Unconditional Artist 1:09:04

3M ago1:09:04

1:09:04

Nicole interviews multitalented, D.C. based artist Chris Pyrate. Inspired by cartoons and animation, Chris's natural born talent has led him, often accidentally, to fashion design, creating murals, creative direction and kismet projects such as storytelling with Lupe Fiasco. Learn what's next for Chris who recently designed official sportswear for …

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Keffiyeh Controversy: What to Know Before Wearing this Scarf 12:38

4M ago12:38

12:38

Nicole does a deep dive on the keffiyeh controversy and explains how the scarf went from being just a scarf to a symbol for Palestinians.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Sounds About White: Why Creative Directors are Always White Men 14:38

6M ago14:38

14:38

Nicole delivers a mini rant about the lack of diversity when appointing creative directors of major fashion houses.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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How Are Shopping Events Created? Meet Come Up L.A. Founder Ferriss Mason and Learn How! 1:13:48

6M ago1:13:48

1:13:48

It seems like in L.A. there is always a new shopping market especially for the Black community. Nicole does a deep dive with Ferriss Mason, Founder of Come Up L.A. on what it takes to pull off a successful, mission-aligned market event for the Black community and the challenges that come with. Listen and learn.--- Support this podcast: https://podc…

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How Battle of Versailles became Victory for Black Models 19:31

7M ago19:31

19:31

The Battle of Versailles event and competition of 1973 started Paris fashion week and put American designers and Black models on the map forever. Watch the documentary by Fritz Mitchell.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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From Quiet Luxury to Bey's Metallics, Thoughts on NYFW '23 10:13

7M ago10:13

10:13

Nicole shares some thoughts on NYFW 2023 nostalgic themes and trends such as quiet luxury and Beyonce worthy metallics. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Latasha Ford Shares the Journey to Red Carpet Journalism for a Black Woman 56:13

8M ago56:13

56:13

Nicole interviews Latasha Ford a red carpet journalist for Penske Media covering her non-linear journey from radio, to healthcare to a dream realized through manifestation for over a decade. This Chicago native and Black woman never gave up on a vision many would have allowed to wither while raising an athlete son.--- Support this podcast: https://…

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The Illusion of Inclusion & The Supreme Court Ruling 14:08

8M ago14:08

14:08

Nicole gives her two cents on the Supreme Court ruling against affirmative action with a rant, focusing on the fashion industry.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Summer 23 Trends That Matter 8:12

10M ago8:12

8:12

Nicole checks in real quick to discuss the summer 2023 trends she actually likes.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Edward Enninful & Pharrell Should Not Be Unicorns 15:27

10M ago15:27

15:27

Nicole discusses Edward Enninful stepping down from UK Vogue and the LVMH appointment of Pharrell Williams.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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A.I. Models, Welcome to the Future of Blackface 12:43

12M ago12:43

12:43

Nicole shares her thoughts on the speedy development of A.I. and the creation of Black and Brown models by white creators and why A.I. cannot solve our inclusivity problem. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Why Succession Dragged That Burberry Bag 10:06

1y ago10:06

10:06

Nicole catches up with her audience over latest trends and unpacks quiet luxury and that damn Burberry bag from Succession.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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When The Best, Law Roach, Says Bye! There's a Why... 14:13

1y ago14:13

14:13

Nicole offers perspective on Law Roach quitting celebrity styling after building an incredible career from his humble days as a vintage dealer and what would make him quit after years of hard work and sacrifice. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support…

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Black Men Belong in Luxury: Meet MADE FOR ALL Founders Brandon Winslow & Danny Burke 45:29

1y ago45:29

45:29

There is a fine line between premium and luxury athleisure. Nicole chats with Black founders Brandon and Danny to discuss their Made For All clothing brand's journey and why it can take 7 years to develop a true luxury product. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support…

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Yes RiRi! No, to Big Red Boots... 11:03

1y ago11:03

11:03

Nicole catches up with latest in fashion with musings on Rihanna's Super Bowl Performance and Vogue cover and their meaning and why subversive fashion a la Big Red Boots are reserved for the rich. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Mexico was Stylish! +The Lasting Influence of Frida… 17:03

1y ago17:03

17:03

Touched down from Mexico Nicole shares her thoughts on Mexican style and the lasting legacy and influence of Frida Kahlo…plus Lewis Hamilton and Mielle organics drama!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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From Bey to Cardi to Megan, Jolleson! is the Multi-hyphenate To Watch 42:57

1+ y ago42:57

42:57

Jolleson is a born creative, destined to create, design, style, draw and costume the most important people in pop culture from Ari Lennox, Cardi B, Beyonce, Megan thee Stallion, SZA, Christina Aguilera, Chloe x Halle and the list will continue to grow. He share is manifested story and rise after competing on reality design show "The Hype" and why n…

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Too Late to Decolonize Sneaker Culture? Nope! 12:08

1+ y ago12:08

12:08

Sneaker collecting is here to stay BUT in a $13 billion market the originators of the culture Black and brown folks are left out, as per usual. What can be done? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Def Not Talking About Ye! & What We Wore So Far 2022… 10:39

1+ y ago10:39

10:39

Nicole does her best to not talk about Ye and what the year in fashion 2022 looked like so far…--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Black Women Are Interior Designers too! Meet Candice Luter... 53:16

1+ y ago53:16

53:16

Nicole chats with self-taught Iowa-based fiber and interior designer Candice Luter about her pandemic awakening, leaving corporate America and growing an interiors business from the ground up by "going with your gut. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support…

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Does Your Dress Code Pass the Diversity Test? 12:50

1+ y ago12:50

12:50

There’s a ton of DEI work being done in the workplace but a huge oversight is the policing of marginalized bodies and beings through dress code policies.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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App Dating Sucks, But Still Iron Your Shirt👕 1:34:50

2y ago1:34:50

1:34:50

Serial app daters Meg and Nicole discuss their journey trying to date in L.A. and how to balance expectations between overly casual men and the hyper-glamorization of women. What's the compromise?--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Why We Wear Black to a Funeral🖤 6:43

2y ago6:43

6:43

Nicole reflects on her time off to grieve her mother and why what you wear to grieve is so important.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Birks, Blahniks & Baggy Jeans 9:04

2y ago9:04

9:04

Nicole catches up on all things style and fashion including current events.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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It's BHM Y'all! "And Just Like That"...A Flawed Reboot 39:59

2y ago39:59

39:59

Quintin joins Nicole once again to close out their "Just Like That" recaps with some acknowledgments around Black History Month. Rest in Power Thierry Mugler. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Farewell A.L.T. & “Just Like That” Recap 9:57

2y ago9:57

9:57

May Andre Leon Talley rest…Nicole catches us up on “Just Like That” strengths and weaknesses.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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🚨Nerd Alert: Fashion Enters The Metaverse 14:36

2+ y ago14:36

14:36

Nicole does her best to keep up with how fast fashion is entering the world of the metaverse, NFTs, and Web3 overall. She is “virtually” confused.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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“And Just Like That” It’s the Last Show of 2021 43:33

2+ y ago43:33

43:33

Happy new year everyone Nicole and Quintin are back to recap “And Just Like That” And why we may be over it.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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I’m Not Crying, Goodbye Insecure 8:20

2+ y ago8:20

8:20

Nicole reflects on an the end of an era, the emotional and cultural impact of Issa Rae’s Insecure.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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“Just Like That” & That Peloton Clapback! 1:01:59

2+ y ago1:01:59

1:01:59

Nicole brings Quintin Roper-Sirvent back For a chat about the Sex and the City reboot and that Peloton PR snafu.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Virgil Was Here and Everywhere 9:12

2+ y ago9:12

9:12

Nicole shares a stream of consciousness and thoughts on the passing of Virgil Abloh From the perspective of a Black Chicago creative. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Meet Culture Goddess Samia Grand-Pierre Co-Founder of Snobette 1:06:20

2+ y ago1:06:20

1:06:20

Nicole interviews Samia about all things streetwear, fashion business and the importance of cultural intelligence. A must listen!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Why We Keep Stealing Your Hoodie 9:12

2+ y ago9:12

9:12

Nicole deep dives on the history of the hoodie and it’s social, political and cultural impact. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Black Perfumers Exist: Meet Keta, Cofounder of Aspen Apothecary 39:41

2+ y ago39:41

39:41

Nicole interviews Keta Cofounder of Aspen Apothecary, a CBD infused clean perfume made entirely in America. Learn their origin story and the ups and downs of being Black women entrepreneurs in an elitist industry.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support…

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Big Mad About The Met Gala 11:48

2+ y ago11:48

11:48

Nicole discusses the negative response to The Met Gala and why it is an absolute necessary medium and expression of art.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Dolce & GabbaNO! & “The Hype” Finale Missed The Mark 9:04

2+ y ago9:04

9:04

Nicole is in a salty mood and reminds us how racist Dolce & Gabbana still are while breaking down why The Hype missed the mark in its finale.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Unicorn No More: Meet the Black Tailor behind Sustainable Menswear Line Maison Brandon Earl 48:48

2+ y ago48:48

48:48

Nicole interviews Brandon Earl about his sustainable menswear company, his journey as a Black tailor from Ralph Lauren to creating the future of sustainable made to measure.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Watching “The Hype” or is it Hmm? 9:01

2+ y ago9:01

9:01

Nicole reviews the new competition show “The Hype” streaming exclusively on HBO Max. While it’s great that streetwear is getting the recognition it deserves, in some ways the show may leave out the very culture that created it.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support…

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Goodbye Going Live, Hello Live Commerce 9:40

2+ y ago9:40

9:40

Nicole shares why live commerce is the next wave of the e-commerce revolution and why all retailers should master it now. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Yerrr! Meet The Bronx Native Owner Amaurys Grullon 15:54

2+ y ago15:54

15:54

After meeting Bronx Native owner in his store, Nicole circles back with a not-to-be-missed interview with Amaurys Grullon to discuss entrepreneurship, community advocacy and surviving Covid as a small business in the final frontier of anti-gentrification; the Bronx.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomet…

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That Pyer Moss Show‼️ 8:09

3y ago8:09

8:09

Kerby-Jean Raymond becomes the first Black designer to present a couture show under his eponymous Pyer Moss label paying homage to Black inventors.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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🚨Nerd Alert: WTF is Material Literacy? 8:45

3y ago8:45

8:45

We keep seeing this term material literacy floating around the sustainable movement in fashion and other industries. But before it becomes word salad: what is material literacy?--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Meet Black Jewelry Designer Alicia Goodwin of Lingua Nigra 39:20

3y ago39:20

39:20

*Through Mercury Retro tech fits…Nicole chats with the founder of Lingua Nigra, Alicia Goodwin about what it’s really like to be a Black jewelry designer and why supporting Black business should not be a trend.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support…

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More Than A Mask: Meet Celeb Designer “Fresh” of HENRY Mask & RTW Line RichFresh 1:01:01

3y ago1:01:01

1:01:01

This is a not-to-be-missed important conversation with one of the most pivotal designer stories to come out of 2020. “Fresh” of HENRY mask and luxury brand Rich Fresh shares his meteoric rise to fame against impossible odds.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support…

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Black Fashion Publicists Exist: Meet Tyree Robinson 29:54

3y ago29:54

29:54

Nicole discusses the highs and lows of being a Black man in fashion PR. Tyree Robinson is cracking ceilings while evolving within a changing industry. There’s room for everyone.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Makeup is For Men 10:10

3y ago10:10

10:10

ARod rides the JLo Glow by launching his own line of makeup specifically a blur stick concealer. Will wearing make up become normalized for cis straight men? It seems that way.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Fashion in Prison is a Real Thing 9:49

3y ago9:49

9:49

Nicole chats about the uncelebrated culture of fashion in prison and that fashion show that went viral recently on TikTok. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Be The CEO of Your Art Now with Cortney Herron 38:23

3y ago38:23

38:23

Nicole has an engaging conversation with L.A. based visual artist Cortney Herron about being fulfilled, managing your art business like a boss and the importance of Black joy.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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