Erin McLoughlin Talks Careers in Journalism, NBC News, and Biases

Erin McLoughlin

Erin McLoughlin, journalist and NBC correspondent, embraces the chaos and uncertainty of everyday life as she covers some of the most important stories of our day.

She speaks to Dr. Lara Devgan about her approach to restructuring her mentality around bias and ultimately, truth in what she does as she recognizes the inherent risk that misinformation can pose within her line of work. She gives advice on how to be your truest self in the face of self-doubt and how to actualize your dreams.

Beauty Bosses x Ein McLoughlin
Lara Devgan, MD, MPH

Peta Murgatroyd Talks Her Ballerina Roots, Building Confidence, and Peta Jane Beauty

Peta Murgatroyd (click to visit Peta Jane Beauty)

Peta Murgatroyd is an Australian[2] and American[3] professional Latin dancer. She performed in the international tour of the dance production Burn the Floor, including its Broadway run. She is best known for her appearances on the American edition of Dancing with the Stars, which she and her partners have won twice.

In this episode of Beauty Bosses, she spills on her successful career on Dancing with the Stars, her innovative brand Peta Jane Beauty, and the overarching themes of health, wellness, and beauty that runs through everything she does.

Beauty Bosses x Peta Murgatroyd
Lara Devgan, MD, MPH

Lauren Berson Talks Fertility Science and Reproductive Health

Lauren Berson (click to visit Conceive)

Lauren Berson is the CEO of Conceive, the first women’s reproductive health digital company focused on changing fertility outcomes. She discusses the importance of preventative care, monitoring environmental factors, and personal health in women’s fertility. Berson recognized the lack of research and necessary care in women’s health and decided to do something about it.

Beauty Bosses x Lauren Berson
Lara Devgan, MD, MPH

Cynthia Rowley Talks Creativity, Ambition, and The World of Fashion & Design

Cynthia Rowley (click to visit her page)

Cynthia Rowley sits down with Dr. Lara Devgan in this episode of Beauty Bosses to speak about her extensive career in all things creative and to outline when she knew what she wanted to do, how she made it happen, what her brand means to her, and what she does in her free time.

Beauty Bosses x Cynthia Rowley
Lara Devgan, MD, MPH

Nazli Parvizi Talks Modern Day Food Culture, Availability, and Importance

Nazli Parvizi (click to visit her page)

Nazli Parvizi sits down with Dr. Lara Devgan in this episode of Beauty Bosses to discuss the improtant intersection that connects beauty, health, the economy, and food. Parvizi's work and passion often resides at the intersection of government, food & hospitality, and the arts. As President of MOFAD (Museum of Food and Drink), Nazli joins a team of incredibly dedicated culinary historians, chefs, writers, food and museum professionals joined together under the mission of using food as a lens to explore and learn more about the world we live in.

Beauty Bosses x Nazli Parvizi
Lara Devgan, MD, MPH

Lydia Fenet Talks Confidence, Charity, and Career Success — How the Auction Queen Built Billion-Dollar Impact

Lydia Fenet (click to visit her page)

Lydia Fenet is an American auctioneer, author, podcast host and globally recognized speaker. As CEO & Founder of The Lydia Fenet Agency, she has raised over a billion dollars for non-profits and charities globally. She joins Dr. Lara Devgan this week on Beauty Bosses to discuss charity auctions and the massive impact she has had in adding more goodness to the world through the personal drive, confidence, and capability that she writes about in her books and speaks about in her podcast.

At its core, Beauty Bosses aims to educate and empower women of all ages to pursue their passions and to do good through any/all industries they take part in. Not only is Fenet no exception, she is one of the women most representative of this concept. Listen in to learn more about Lydia’s non-traditional approach to finding her career path and how she evolved as a person throughout her time working to do good for others.

Beauty Bosses x Lydia Fenet
Lara Devgan, MD, MPH

Anna Harman Talks Pioneering a New Piercing Experience for Consumers

Studs

Anna Harman (click to visit Studs)

In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with fellow female entrepreneur Anna Harman. She is the founder of Studs, a company that can be found across the country that offers a fresh take on the piercing experience. Harman details her story from the moment of conception of the idea that would become Studs, how she started and scaled her business, and what their current and future ambitions and capabilities are.

Tune in to this episode of Beauty Bosses for an insider look on how these female entrepreneurs are making noticeable waves in the already turbulent beauty, jewelry, and healthcare industries of NYC.

Beauty Bosses x Anna Harman
Lara Devgan, MD, MPH

Gwen Whiting Talks The Fill Club and The Power of Niche

Gwen Whiting (click to visit The Fill)

In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with her longtime friend and original podcast guest, Gwen Whiting—renowned designer and entrepreneur.

After co-founding The Laundress and selling to Unilever in 2019, Gwen Whiting went on to found The Fill Club, a members-only home cleaning brand that elevates everyday routines with aromatherapeutic, eco-conscious products. Designed as a wellness experience, it blends sustainability, luxury, and functionality through a curated, concierge-supported subscription model.

From building a global business to elevating the everyday rituals of home care, Gwen shares her journey at the intersection of sustainability, design, and female entrepreneurship.

If you're passionate about thoughtful consumption, love a beautifully curated home, and want a behind-the-scenes look at how women-led brands are challenging industry giants, this conversation is not to be missed. Tune in now.

Beauty Bosses x Gwen Whiting
Lara Devgan, MD, MPH

Mariah Chase Talks The World of Beauty Business

Mariah Chase

Mariah Chase

In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan chats with Mariah Chase, a three-time startup founder in both the beauty & fashion industries, about the ever-shifting business industries, how AI will impact these markets, and how he career has pivoted over the year.

Get some insider scoop on what it takes to run a successful startup in the volatile world of beauty and fashion business.

Beauty Bosses x Mariah Chase
Lara Devgan, MD, MPH

Elizabeth Kurpis Talks Careers in Fashion Law

Dr. Lara Devgan x Elizabeth Kurpis

Elizabeth Kurpis

In this episode of Beauty Bosses, Dr. Lara Devgan sits down with Elizabeth Kurpis, Fashion Lawyer & Legal Commentator, on her extensive career in the fashion/beauty industries. She breaks down the trends (both legal and societal), as well as her personal guide to fashion in a world in which the norms seem to change on a daily basis. Kurpis also discusses the “fast fashion” craze of post-pandemic years and her thoughts on the sub industry.

Listen in to learn some interesting facts and some pro tips on how to navigate the volatile world of modern fashion and beauty.

Beauty Bosses x Elizabeth Kurpis
Lara Devgan, MD, MPH