Jeanne Beker: Heart on My Sleeve
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Debbie Travis and Tommy Smythe are thrilled to welcome Fashion television icon Jeanne Beker to the show this week! She shares her journey through the fashion industry, her experiences as a journalist, and the personal stories that shaped her life. From her early days in media to her battle with cancer, Jeanne reflects on the lessons learned. The discussion previews her memoir, 'Heart on My Sleeve,' which intertwines fashion with personal anecdotes. More About Jeanne Beker: Jeanne Beker was the host of the hit show Fashion Television, which aired in over 130 countries for twenty-seven years and was one of the most successful shows in Canadian TV history. Prior to that, she hosted the groundbreaking show The NewMusic and was a founding member of MuchMusic. A seasoned newspaper and magazine columnist, Jeanne was editor-in-chief of FQ and SIR magazines from 2003 to 2009. Currently, she is a frequent keynote speaker and style editor for TSC, where she hosts her eponymous show Style Matters. Jeanne has received honorary doctorates from St. Mary’s University and OCAD University. She was named to the Order of Canada in 2013, inducted into the American Marketing Association’s Hall of Legends in 2015, and received a star on Canada’s Walk of Fame in 2016. Jeanne lives in Toronto, Canada. Order Jeanne Beker's new memoir Heart on My Sleeve: Stories from a Life Well Worn Follow along with Jeanne Beker on her website: https://www.jeannebeker.com/ Follow Jeanne Beker on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejeannebeker/?hl=en Follow Debbie & Tommy's podcast: https://www.instagram.com/thetrustmepod/ Watch some of the interviews referenced in this episode: Andy Summers & The Bath Tub: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4DPoVtsw5Q Iggy Pop Being Too Cool: https://www.dailymotion.com/video/xthwpp Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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