This week, I sat down with the dynamic duo, Elizabeth and Dale from Sweats and the City. They met their freshman year of college at the University of Michigan. Little did they know that they would be the founders of one of the most popular wellness and fitness platforms on Instagram. We talk about everything from running a business as best friends to the role of influencers in society, cancel culture, and social media toxicity.
Ava Lee Talks Pursuing a Career in Beauty
Ava Lee, also known as Glow with Ava, is a beauty influencer that strives to marry the best skincare practices of the east and the west. After leaving her demanding job in finance two years ago, Ava decided to turn her passion for skincare into a full-time career. Ava and Dr. Devgan sat down to discuss everything from working in a male-dominated industry, building a skincare empire from the ground up, and what it really means to pursue your passion.
Everything Pop Culture with Amanda Hirsch
Cynthia Rowley talks "pretty-meets-sporty"
Cynthia Rowley is a celebrated fashion designer, best-selling author, and host of her own podcast “Ageless.” She began her career in fashion while studying at the Art Institute of Chicago and since then she has made her mark in the industry with her brand’s signature look of pretty-meets-sporty.
Erin Parsons, Maybelline Global Makeup and Celebrity Artist
Erin Parsons is a Maybelline Global Makeup Artists who speaks candidly to Dr. Devgan in this episode of Beauty Bosses about how she started in the industry, how model Gigi Hadid supported her artistic journey, and her makeup tips. Tune in to hear a medical professional and makeup professional discuss the biology side of human features, the freedom to be beautiful on your own terms, and the minimalist approach to beauty.
Talking Brand Building and Botox with Tinx
For the first episode of season three of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Devgan sits down with TikTok star Tinx to chat about her early experiences with botox, and how she utilized social media platforms in building her brand and find her authentic voice.
Anne Mahlum, founder, owner, and CEO of [solidcore]
Anne M. Mahlum is a female entrepreneur who knows how to create and build with purpose…and she knows how to do it quickly. She is currently the Founder, Owner and CEO of a fast-growing boutique fitness company she founded in DC in 2013 called [solidcore]. In just 5 years, Anne has grown her company to more than 60 locations (entirely corporately owned) with more than 100,000 clients. [solidcore] has studios in DC, Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Florida, Indiana, New York, Texas, Georgia, Minneapolis, North Dakota, Connecticut, Illinois and Michigan. Prior to [solidcore], Anne was the CEO of Back on My Feet (BoMF), a non-profit organization she founded in Philadelphia in 2007 that uses the power of running to change the way those experiencing homelessness see themselves so they can make real change in their lives, which includes employment and independent housing. Anne is also a motivational speaker and regularly speaks at corporate events, academic institutions and conferences on numerous topics including, leadership, being bold, finding your happiness, the business behind starting a nonprofit, and social change.
Bina Palnitkar Patel, Trial Lawyer and Civic Leader
Bina B. Palnitkar is a trial lawyer whose practice focuses on resolving complex business and intellectual property disputes through litigation, arbitration, and alternative dispute resolution. Bina has a national and international practice that is tailored to the needs and expectations of her clients. She has broad experience handling breach of contract, trademark infringement litigation, anti-counterfeiting enforcement, international FCPA compliance matters, medical malpractice defense for health care entities, fraud, tortious interference, and theft of trade secrets. Bina’s practical experience and approach to dispute resolution covers a number of disciplines and industries, including health care, start-up firms, and technology.
Katie Sturino, body positivity activist and founder of MegaBabe
Katie Sturino is an entrepreneur, social media influencer, body positivity advocate and fierce animal activist. Through her personal platforms, @katiesturino and The12ishStyle.com, she lends her voice and personal style to raise awareness for size inclusivity, empowering women of all sizes to find their confidence and celebrate their style. Her regular content series, #SuperSizeTheLook and #MakeMySize have gone viral, reaching millions of people and attracting global media attention. Katie is also the founder of MEGABABE, an innovative beauty brand offering non-toxic, solution-oriented products that allow people to feel more comfortable and confident in their own skin.
Scopes & Scrubs, three med-school students living in NYC
On this podcast, Dr. Devgan chats with the girls of Scopes & Scrubs: Lindsey, Juliana, and Marisol. They are third year MD/PhD students living in NYC who started @ScopesandScrubs to share their experience in efforts to give exposure to MD/PhD programs and inspire others. Additionally, their goal is to make science/medicine fun and provide students with the resources to excel in the STEM fields. You can find them online at https://www.scopesandscrubs.org/ or on Instagram @scopesandscrubs.
