Episodes
On this episode: the origin story of a lifetime (farm, all boys school, mom’s communion dress), becoming a model, coming of age, submitting to agencies, “overnight success,” ego and persona, not getting booked, gender identity, supportive friendship, the give and take of the fashion industry, and a modeling 101 pep talk  Kit's Instagram Kit's TikTok Thank you for listening! Xo
Published 04/18/23
Published 04/18/23
On this episode: finding the right agent, working as a freelance model, trusting your gut, advocating for yourself, knowing your values, how to take digitals, taking care of mental health, affirmations, imposter syndrome, and a play by play for Pleasing  Bryll's Instagram Thank you for listening! Xo.
Published 04/11/23
Joined by the owner of Shop Penny: a vintage shop that caters to sizes 14-26. On the episode: personal style development, forever 21 and the row, adapting trends to your closet, comfort dressing, the ethics of reselling thrifted clothes, the skill of thrifting, sustainability, changing the world through clothes, and where are all of the TikTok girlies irl?  Model Student Yearbook One Shop Penny Shop Penny Instagram Victoria's Instagram Victoria's TikTok THANK YOU FOR LISTENING!...
Published 03/21/23
Joined by celebrity hairstylist Glenn Ellis! On this episode: hobbies, work life balance, moving to New York “impulsively at age 19,” treating people with respect, 90s mentality, resilience and opportunities, moving back to LA, salon and set work, fangirling, financial stability vs creative liberty, and wholehearted advice. Model Student Yearbook One Glenn's Instagram Thank you for listening! Don't forget to leave a rating and review. Xo. 
Published 03/14/23
On this episode: joined by bestie of the pod Gracie Mae. She gives us our silly little pop culture fix (and thank goodness for it)! Succession’s final season. EXCLUSIVE on Brian Cox. The Second Coming. The Grammy’s happened at an auditorium (and other award shows). I’m East High Alum (not clickbait). Men are trying. #HopeCore. Tropes and tall kings. Angela Bassett did the thing, among others. Model Student Yearbook One Thank you for listening! Xo
Published 03/07/23
On this episode: back on socials, practicing theory b, “cool,” inspo irl, a makeover, cringe, creative practices, and overall headspace chat  Model Student Yearbook One --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Published 03/02/23
On this episode: joined by model Mattie Niles, NYFW recap, taking care of mental health amidst the fashion week chaos, comparison on social media, what to wear to castings, finding success and identity. Model Student Yearbook One Mattie's Instagram THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR LISTENING! Xo.
Published 02/28/23
On this episode: joined by master esthetician Shelby Elsworth St John LME!, working at a med spa, result given skincare, continuing education, acne, skincare recommendations, and the recovering perfectionist journey continues Model Student Yearbook One Shelby's Instagram Thank you for listening, xo!
Published 02/21/23
On this episode: commercial modeling and what Sam has learned during her experience so far, the “miss new york” pageant, listening to intuition, coco roacha modeling camp, taking risks, business mindset, handling rejection, imposter syndrome, and self love practices Model Student Yearbook One Sam's Instagram Sam's Blog
Published 02/14/23
On this episode: joined with bestie of the pod and pop culture expert gmae to talk about everything that happened this past month! Spare. Joe Burrow. Book adaptations. Oscar nominations. Media training. AirPods malfunctions. Etc etc etc. Thank you for listening! Xo Model Student Yearbook One --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Published 02/09/23
On this episode: playing with bratz dolls to working in fashion pipeline, studying business, postgrad, personal brand and nourishing creativity, Rome Wasn’t Built In A Day!, finding a design mentor, networking, production and styling internships, working with Law Roach and Zoe Costello, luck and connections Thank you for listening! Xo Model Student Yearbook One  Brittney's Instagram --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Published 02/07/23
On this episode: what I read this month, reading as an exercise to gain control in a rejection based industry, and the importance of hobbies Thank you for listening! Xo Model Student Yearbook One --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Published 02/02/23
On this episode: friend of the pod joins, ignorance and the fashion industry, the “reckoning,” the obsession with individualism, the successors of the tongue in cheek “anti cool girl” cool girl fashion, New York girl bosses, overdressing and personal style development, social context, “off line” THANK YOU FOR LISTENING! Xo The podcast episode I made Liz listen to Model Student Yearbook One --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. ...
Published 01/31/23
On this episode (chopping it up about): shooting an editorial magazine spread, embarrassing myself by not knowing geography, studying abroad, getting signed to an agency, seeing yourself on the model board, confidence chat, growing up in ut as ~women of color~, ethnically ambiguous bag, maintaining self esteem within the modeling (rejection based) industry, waiting for emails References: You’re Not Ugly, You’re Just a POC in a Predominantly White State (I WROTE THIS!!!!) read here When The...
Published 01/24/23
On this episode: talking to my crush, new year reflections and resolutions, diy cognitive behavioral therapy, and I PROMISE TO NOT DELETE ANY MORE SOLO EPISODES AGAIN! Love ya! Thank you for listening! Xo Model Student Yearbook One --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Published 01/19/23
On this episode: immigrating to the United States at 13 and becoming a fashion student at FIT, fantasy vs reality of working in fashion, Indian culture and traditional wear, handmade apparel, having confidence in your dreams, the first sewing machine, building a portfolio, design and creative process, sizing, and sustainability Thank you for listening! Xo Model Student Yearbook One Wajeeha's Instagram --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. ...
Published 01/17/23
On this episode: gabbing with gmae about what was worn to the Golden Globes -- don't take us seriously! Ever! To all the baby girls, shawties, men, mothers.   Model Student Yearbook One Thank you for listening, xo! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Published 01/12/23
On this episode: going viral, content celebrity community (loves an alliteration), pop culture, staying authentic online, early 2000s icons, “this could happen” opportunities and hopes, making your mark, manifesting?!?!?!?!?, shifting?!!!!???!, behind the scenes work, being vulnerable about your dreams, and ignoring the haters (12 year olds on TikTok) THANK YOU FOR LISTENING! xoxo Model Student Yearbook One Sofia's Tik Tok Sofia's Instagram --- This episode is sponsored by ·...
Published 01/10/23
On this episode: 2022 wrapped, personal analogies, a continuing existential crisis, a favor (please), and resolutions Yearbook One Instagram The book I wrote Thank you for listening, don't forget to leave a rating and review! Xo --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Published 12/27/22
On this episode: what I read this year! Practicing what I preach: hobbies outside of modeling 3 Yearbook One Model Student Youtube Channel Instagram TikTok The book I wrote Personal Instagram My history project Thank you for listening, don't forget to leave a rating and review! Xo --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Published 12/13/22
Written by yours truly, read here: https://www.deseret.com/2022/11/30/23452210/addiction-grieving-parent-child-memoir The book I wrote: https://www.amazon.com/Growing-Pains-Alexandra-Rain/dp/1093543965 To our corner of the world, xo. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Published 12/06/22
On this episode: studying photography at FIT, personal style development, the dynamic of online shopping vs going to the mall and having more references for fashion, the trend cycle, how the algorithm impacts creativity, finding a sense of self, creating art, and advice for artists Ava's Website Ava's Instagram  Ava's Second Instagram Ava's TikTok ARE YOU WATCHING? Model Student Youtube Channel Yearbook One Instagram TikTok Personal Instagram The book I wrote My history...
Published 11/29/22
On this episode: not limiting yourself to niches, Adam Sandler core, sending a dm to start a fashion career, work ethic, working on set as a costume designer PA, starting an ethical womenswear brand, and the actual most inspiring advice in the history of all time ever ever ever Ammaarah's Instagram ARE YOU WATCHING? Model Student Youtube Channel Yearbook One Instagram TikTok Personal Instagram The book I wrote My history project Thank you for listening, don't forget to leave...
Published 11/22/22
Will you sign my yearbook?  Order your copy here.  Watch the trailer here. Thank you for listening, don't forget to leave a rating and review! Xo --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Published 11/15/22