Episodes
We continue our break down of 2020 with what products we're using, who's been scamming us, what we've been up to and what the future holds! Socialist rant included! No need to take notes, just sign up for the newsletter at foxybrownspod.com and you’ll get links to everything in your inbox.    See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Published 12/24/20
Published 12/24/20
We can’t cure COVID (yet) but let us ease your collective misery and boredom! Forget gift guides this year, this episode is stuffed with things to treat your own self. In part one of two, we discuss what we're watching, reading, eating, and hearing these days to lift our spirits. No need to take notes, just sign up for the newsletter at foxybrownspod.com and you’ll get links to everything in your inbox.  PART 2 (tomorrow!) will cover our favorite products, clothing, activities, and...
Published 12/23/20
Dr Puri, the director of palliative medicine at Keck/USC, and author of THAT GOOD NIGHT, walks us through the things we should we doing for the next 30 years to be happier in our last 30 — and they’re not what you think! All products, services, people and causes referenced in this episode are linked in our official newsletter, STUFF & THINGS! Struggling with anything beauty/wellness? Have a rec? Email [email protected] Twitter: @camillard and @naanking Insta: @thecamillard and...
Published 02/18/20
Esthetician Juniper Garza of Beauty Alchemy is one of the many reason Camilla looks stupendous. Here she reveals her skin care secrets and answers your questions about pigmentation, saggy necks, sun spots, and a thousand other fun tips! All products, services, people and causes referenced in this episode are linked in our official newsletter, STUFF & THINGS! Struggling with anything beauty/wellness? Have a rec? Email [email protected] Twitter: @camillard and @naanking Insta:...
Published 02/11/20
This week we will be discussing the biggest beauty trends of 2020! Apps, procedures, products and more! All products, services, people and causes referenced in this episode are linked in our official newsletter, STUFF & THINGS! Struggling with anything beauty/wellness? Have a rec? Email [email protected] Twitter: @camillard and @naanking Insta: @thecamillard and @primattoo For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
Published 02/04/20
Activist and multi-disciplinary artist Taz Ahmed (GOOD MUSLIM BAD MUSLIM) joins us to talk fresh approaches to feeling your best this new year. Although we're iffy on "cleanses," because obviously your bodies are all PERFECT, we're all for a re-set! Plus, our latest skincare obsessions, good Goop/bad Goop, and Muslim Valentine's Day Cards. All products, services, people and causes referenced in this episode are linked in our official newsletter, STUFF & THINGS! Struggling with anything...
Published 01/28/20
Award-winning journalist and activist Isha Sesay has, miraculously, maintained her lively spirit and wicked sense of humor throughout her time as a CNN anchor, and covering Boko Haram. In this special episode of Foxy Browns, she teaches us all how to let in perspective and joy, when the world can seem like it’s falling apart. 💝 All products, services, people and causes referenced in this episode are linked in our official newsletter, STUFF & THINGS! Struggling with anything...
Published 01/14/20
Do you love a New Year's life rehaul as much as we do? Writer/director Yulin Kuang (I SHIP IT) joins us to discuss our beauty and wellness goals for 2020. Plus! BodyShape class, the fitness benefits of ice skating, and! CBD oils, yay or nay? Pri also fixes Yulin’s broken glasses live on air, if you’re interested in that kind of thing.  All products, services, people and causes referenced in this episode are linked in our official newsletter, STUFF & THINGS! Struggling with anything...
Published 01/07/20
Maggi Simpkins designs custom jewelry and engagement rings in LA for everyone from Will.i.am to Camilla herself (she did her wedding bands!). Join us to discuss her gorgeous natural look, the sexism (and joy) of the jewelry industry, and how Maggie navigates her work/life balance, which, like many of us, trends mostly work right now. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
Published 12/17/19
You guys (well, pod-friend Natasha Rothwell) asked, and we are nothing if not teachers’ pets! A rundown of the things we’ve loved, the things we’ve bought for ourselves, and things we think you should buy for other people (maybe us?) this holiday season! All products, services, people and causes referenced in this episode are linked in our official newsletter, STUFF & THINGS! Struggling with anything beauty/wellness? Have a rec? Email [email protected] Twitter: @camillard and...
Published 12/10/19
WHOOOA THANK YOU! Thanks to an avalanche of tips, tricks, and questions from our EXCEPTIONALLY SMART AND SOPHISTICATED listeners, you can now: - Banish hat hair forever! - Depuff eye bags FOR REAL - Unravel the myths of body hair removal - Moisturize every inch of your skin (face! body! feet! elbows!! tips for each!!!) - Stretch out time even more between shampoos - Optimize nutrition on the go! - Thicken your hair (head and eyelashes!) - Rent Cam's LED mask for your face! Says Pri! ...
Published 12/03/19
Writer Cherry Cheva joins us to discuss Thai beauty standards (hint: none of us meet them) and the joy of being extremely susceptible to beauty marketing. Products galore, including a lotion you put on in the shower, and a lip salve handmade in Laurel Canyon: full-body moisture, made easy! Cam has revelation about Sephora Beauty Points (not sure if you want to hear it, TBH), and, guys, what can Pri do about this slackness in her..."facial undercarriage?" We gotta figure this out,...
Published 11/26/19
Actor and filmmaker Sujata Day (INSECURE) joins us to talk about where we put our beauty dollars, and where we save them. In addition to learning the frugal, yet effective, secrets to Sujata’s perfect skin and hair, Cam and Suj share the kinds of beauty tips and tricks (#CamsScams galore!) that allowed Sujata to FINANCE A FEATURE FILM she wrote, directed, and starred in last year! And what’s more beautiful than unfettered creative expression? Struggling with anything beauty/wellness? Have a...
Published 11/19/19
Have you ever noticed the makeup on Awkwafina, Jenny Slate, Freida Pinto, or Zoe Kazan? Nope, and that's because their go-to makeup artist Kirin Bhatty is known for enhancing rather than recreating. On this week’s pod the beauty guru shares a million tips, and you don’t even have to take notes, because we’ll send it all over in our NEWSLETTER! She also shares her hilarious, inspiring journey from underwear copywriting to celebrity makeup, if anyone's in the market for a career...
Published 11/12/19
Tejal Rao, the beautiful, anonymous, James-Beard-Winning California Restaurant critic at the NYT, discusses her love affair with food, how she navigates wellness while consuming hundreds of restaurant meals a year, sexism in the food industry, her favorite food writers, and the perfect bra! Plus, recs: Jasmine Lee Jones's THE SEVEN METHODS OF KILLING KYLIE JENNER, Vanessa Hua's RIVER OF STARS, and another vote for Hi Wildflower. In addition to the paper of record, read Tejal's work in BEST...
Published 11/05/19
Rebecca Delgado Smith, host of the wildly popular ALARMIST podcast (also on Earios!) channels her plentiful anxiety into creative pursuits: acting, writing, and obsessively researching calamities. We share our rituals and practices for maintaining mental wellness, and discuss how to approach conversations about mental and emotional health within cultures that might not be comfortable discussing it (Puerto Rican/Cuban, Jamaican/Brit, and Indian -- we cover a lot of ground!). Also: Home...
Published 10/29/19
Kish’s distinctive aesthetic finds many mediums: fashion, visual arts, and, now, her exploding music career, where she painstakingly conceives and directs her own videos She’s one of the most competent, talented humans we’ve ever met, and that’s saying a lot. Listen to her teach us a thing or two about organization (muji!), skin care, personal style, and having dogged faith in your own creative vision.  All products, services, people and causes referenced in this episode are linked in our...
Published 10/22/19
Constance joins us Fresh off the HUSTLERS Press Tour, to discuss how she prepped for her role, finding beauty in strength, the wonders of working in a femme environment, and the one fascinating thing all of her boyfriends have had in common. Plus cleansing oils, an online nutrition course, and what we're reading/watching/hearing this week! All products, services, people and causes referenced in this episode are linked in our official newsletter, STUFF & THINGS! Struggling with anything...
Published 10/15/19
Delightful, grounded, soothing, fresh-faced ICON America Ferrera walks us through the troughs and triumphs of her journey into motherhood, including mental fitness, redefining her baby shower, and how she packed her toolbox with the skills to handle it all, mentally and physically. Also, acupuncture facials, Daniel Kaluuya’s home-made moisturizer, our solutions for non-responsive glutes, and America's new show GENTEFIED, coming soon on Netflix! All products, services, people and causes...
Published 10/08/19
Hollis takes us on her rollercoaster journey from hardworking child model to grown-ass, Grammy-nominated musician and activist! We discuss her acne struggles, growing up mixed-race in Northern California (with fascinating parents), and her insanely charming lisp - the woman is a Presence. All products, services, people, and causes mentioned on the podcast are linked in our newsletter! Twitter: @camillard and @naanking Insta: @thecamillard and @primattoo For information regarding your data...
Published 10/01/19
Ever wonder how so many celebrities find the time for Instagram? They don't! Crème de la Crème Social Media Sorceress Wynter discusses how she creates and manages the public images of some of your favorite women. Which ones? You'll have to listen (or Google) to find out! All products, services, people and causes referenced in this episode are linked in our official newsletter, STUFF & THINGS! Questions? Comments? Concerns? Email [email protected] For information regarding your data...
Published 09/24/19
Retta walks us through how she developed each element of her signature style, including where she sources clothes on both the high and low end of any budget. Fun bonus: You can shop her closet on Poshmark! Follow @incRETTAble on insta for more style inspiration. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
Published 09/17/19
Retta, who basically inspired this show (Treat Yo Self!) joins us for a special 2 PART episode! This week, we discuss her beauty/wellness regimen and an actual Day of Indulgence (ooh la la). Next week we’ll talk her personal style journey, tips on defining one’s look, and sourcing on both ends of a budget - including shopping her closet! For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
Published 09/10/19
Everyone's future comedy boss Rekha Shankar walks us through the twists and turns of her relationship with her perfect curls (we literally gasp!), and the cultural expectations of "Indian Hair." We also dig into POC vs. happiness, the promiscuity of drama nerds, and the perfection of The Farewell! Rate, review, subscribe/follow, tell your friends! And for links to all products, people, and causes discussed on the pod, subscribe to our newsletter STUFF & THINGS at foxybrownspod.com. See...
Published 09/03/19