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Welcome to episode sixty-five. Our most unhinged and ThingTested episode yet. We're talking: The pod is heading into retirement! Have no fear, we’re giving you a good long irish goodbye 😢 Are Facebook groups going to make a comeback? Have they been going as strong as subreddits this whole time? ThingTesting’s Content and Community curator, Emma Apple Chozick, joins us today to share how she spots new brands, which DTC categories are ripe for disruption, and the sexy unique scam of functional mushroom marketing and curated brand reviews Emma Apple Chozick is the head of community and curation at Thingtesting, a third party review platform for modern consumer brands. She oversees the platform’s curation and user incentive programming. Her role gives her a look into what’s coming up and the ability to spot the next big thing to surface for Thingtesting’s community. Follow along with Emma on the gram and Twitter Check our Emma’s chair project @sitting.home Check out Emma’s feature on Arch Digest Our theme song is by ⁠⁠Parallel Dance Ensemble⁠⁠ This podcast is edited by ⁠⁠Softer Sounds.Studio⁠⁠! Check em’ out

Welcome to episode sixty-four. Our most unhinged and de-influenced episode yet. We're talking: Coachella — is it still cool? Are we over it? Is it about the music again? Who cares? What are influencers to do when they’re done with influencing? We discuss Lee from America’s new content pillars and her NYT profile TickerMaster’s continued monopoly. SUS? Our least haunted carts of late Join fellow ghouls in The Grext,⁠ our free sexy unique group chat, where you’ll get the tea on the latest products and which scams to avoid. Our theme song is by ⁠Parallel Dance Ensemble⁠ This podcast is edited by ⁠Softer Sounds.Studio⁠! Check em’ out Join OPEN now for 30 days free and get unlimited access to breathwork, meditation, yoga, pilates, and more!

Welcome to episode sixty-three. Our most unhinged and dupety-duped episode yet. We're talking: #watertok won’t leave us alone Are you stuck in the Dupe Loop too? Or is it another made up media term? Good for who? Telfar introduces a new pricing model. Sexy unique scam? Join fellow ghouls in The Grext, our free sexy unique group chat, where you’ll get the tea on the latest products and which scams to avoid. Our theme song is by Parallel Dance Ensemble This podcast is edited by Softer Sounds.Studio! Check em’ out

Welcome to episode sixty-two. Our most unhinged and pheromone drenched episode yet. We're talking: L’Oréal buys Aesop. Will the quality last? Good for Who? Pheromone perfumes. Sexy Unique Scam? We’re seduced by the idea of our own scent! We’re using ChatGPT to give you new style suggestions Our recent exorcized haunted carts Join fellow ghouls in The Grext,⁠ our free sexy unique group chat, where you’ll get the tea on the latest products and which scams to avoid. Our theme song is by ⁠Parallel Dance Ensemble⁠ This podcast is edited by ⁠Softer Sounds.Studio⁠! Check em’ out Join OPEN now for 30 days free and get unlimited access to breathwork, meditation, yoga, pilates, and more!

Welcome to episode sixty-one. Our most unhinged and ‘shroom filled episode yet. Today we delve into the world of functional and psychedelic mushrooms with Charlotte Cruze, co-founder of Alice Mushrooms. Join us while we sip on Ginger Lime Poppi and Trident Nitro Cold Brew Coffee and share our thoughts on: The reservation industrial complex is born. Scalpers have started hawking premium restaurant reservations, and white-glove reservation apps have been taking over. “Application-only luxury wellness clubs” are pipping hot right now. Good for who? We discuss Co-founder of functional mushroom chocolates, Alice Mushrooms, joins us to discuss the state of the functional and psychedelic mushroom consumer market, and what Sexy Unique Scams to look out for

Welcome to episode sixty. Our most unhinged and cake bossed episode yet. This week’s drinks Poppi Root Beer 👍 Motto Sparkling Matcha 👍 We're talking: The feud between Malibu Juice Club and Malibu Beach Club. We discuss this DTC lifestyle brand feud and the accompanying Reddit snark thread Is Meghan Markle’s “The Tig” really going to compete with Goop? We discuss the state of celebrity lifestyle brands and whether they’re here to stay Researchers have developed a new blood test which aims to help detect anxiety from biomarkers. Sexy Unique Scam or Stan? Our Haunted Carts This steamer These Violet_FR serums Sunfood, Organic Cacao Butter Wafers Gift For Women-Cake Decorating Supplies Kit Genetic Genie

Welcome to episode fifty-nine. Our most unhinged and sleep deprived episode yet. We’re talking: Why we should forgive our sleepless friends for being extra grumpy 🙂 Good for who? Weight Watchers acquired telehealth platform Sequence, known for offering prescription weight loss drugs like Ozempic Why are we still so obsessed with hating Gwyneth Paltrow? Today’s bevvies: Baloo: Blood Orange Basil 👍 Good idea: Black Currant 👎 Referenced in this episode: WeightWatchers Is Pivoting Back to Weight Loss—Not That They’d Been Fooling Anyone Sleep Loss Causes Loneliness: Here’s How, and Why Life After Food? A diabetes drug has become an off-label appetite suppressant, changing the definition of being thin and what it takes to get there The Art of Being Well podcast interview with Gwyneth Paltrow

Welcome to episode fifty-eight. Our most unhinged and feelings-filled episode yet. We're talking: This week’s drink: Gldn Hour Collagen drinks. Scam or stan? The vitamin you didn't know you needed in your regiment  How this couple does upgraded bullet proof coffee The wellness house of cards that's keeping these new parents happy, healthy, and off the ledge Join fellow ghouls in The Grext,⁠ our free sexy unique group chat, where you’ll get the tea on the latest products and which scams to avoid. Our theme song is by ⁠Parallel Dance Ensemble⁠ This podcast is edited by ⁠Softer Sounds.Studio⁠! Check em’ out Join OPEN now for 30 days free and get unlimited access to breathwork, meditation, yoga, pilates, and more!

Welcome to episode fifty-seven. Our most unhinged and Crisco-filled episode yet. We’re talking: The SoulCycle founders are back with Peoplehood. Will this last? Good for who? Paying for boutique fitness in this economy? But how are people doing it? The Well spa and health services. Scam or stan? Is slugging worth it, or are we just putting trans fats on our faces? Referenced: Soy, Oat and Almond Drinks Can Be Called Milk, F.D.A. Says The New York Magazine’s coverage on obesity and Ozempic Join fellow ghouls in The Grext,⁠⁠ our free sexy unique group chat, where you’ll get the tea on the latest products and which scams to avoid. Our theme song is by ⁠⁠Parallel Dance Ensemble⁠⁠ This podcast is edited by ⁠⁠Softer Sounds.Studio⁠⁠! Check em’ out ⁠Join OPEN now for 30 days free and get unlimited access to breathwork, meditation, yoga, pilates, and more!⁠

Welcome to episode fifty-six. Our most unhinged and shadow-self episode yet. This week’s bevvies and snacks SPICED PIÑARITA Joggy (Ty Haney’s new energy drink referenced in this episode) Alice functional mushroom chocolates We’re talking Bing’s shadow self. Good for who? De-influencing, is it legit or a sexy unique scam? We exorcised our proverbial online carts, and we have thoughts Join fellow ghouls in The Grext, our free sexy unique group chat, where you’ll get the tea on the latest products and which scams to avoid. Our theme song is by Parallel Dance Ensemble This podcast is edited by Softer Sounds.Studio! Check em’ out

Welcome to episode fifty-five. Our most unhinged and placenta-pilled episode yet. We're talking: We discuss our problematic favs from The New York Magazine’s New Rules Binge drinking is out, BORGs are in. Who is this good for? Perimenopause is coming for our TikTok algorithms, halp! Are placenta pills a Sexy Unique Scam or worth the splurge? We discuss.  Join fellow ghouls in The Grext, our free sexy unique group chat, where you’ll get the tea on the latest products and which scams to avoid. Our theme song is by Parallel Dance Ensemble This podcast is edited by Softer Sounds.Studio! Check em’ out

Welcome to episode fifty-four. Our most unhinged and joggy doggy episode yet. Today on the pod we’re lucky to be chatting (and fan girling) with Ty Haney, the founder of Outdoor Voices. Ty shares her take on the future of DTC, what’s perennially haunting her cart, and what to expect from her two new ventures, Try Your Best, and joggy. Check out Try Your Best at tyb.xyz and don’t miss trying the joggy products at getjoggy.co All of our listeners can use code HOLISTICISM for 15% off full priced products getjoggy.co! We’re talking Good for who? A terrible year of partnerships for Adidas. They’ve lost $200M to Ivy Park. Will Ty pull a Dove Charney, à la American Apparel = Los Angeles apparel, take her IP to new pastures? Not no ... Ty’s thoughts on the current struggles of the DTC marketplace, and how building OV has shaped her latest ventures What’s haunting the eternally cool recreational trend-setter? It’s not what you think! A sneak peek at the latest clean energy drink, which may or may not improve your AM joggy with your doggie ;) Join fellow ghouls in The Grext,⁠⁠ our free sexy unique group chat, where you’ll get the tea on the latest products and which scams to avoid. Our theme song is by ⁠⁠Parallel Dance Ensemble⁠⁠ This podcast is edited by ⁠⁠Softer Sounds.Studio⁠⁠! Check em’ out ⁠Join OPEN now for 30 days free and get unlimited access to breathwork, meditation, yoga, pilates, and more!⁠

Welcome to episode fifty-three. Our most unhinged and Embedded episode yet. Join us in gossip with our chronically online and very special guest @kathrynfiona. Kate Lindsay is a culture writer, Pinterest apologist, and co-founder of the Embedded newsletter, your essential guide to what’s good on the internet. Subscribe to the Embedded Substack for weekly essays, interviews, and the very personal browsing habits of Le Internet Cool Kids. We’re talking Good for who? Kristen Bell’s CBD skincare company is shutting its doors. The people have spoken, CBD is out, THC is in. Will YouTube usurp TikTok’s prom queen status? We discuss. Kate has a super sexy unique user generated scam-ola Y2K is perennially haunting our carts Try 30 days of free meditation on O-p-e-n here!  Join fellow ghouls in The Grext, our free sexy unique group chat, where you’ll get the tea on the latest products and which scams to avoid. Our theme song is by Parallel Dance Ensemble This podcast is edited by Softer Sounds.Studio! Check em’ out

Welcome to episode fifty-two. Our most unhinged and predictably lit episode yet. We're talking: Good for who? The Diva Cup may cause uterine prolapse?! Yikes. Our top 2023 trend predictions including boutique matchmaking services, psychedelic parties, a boon for boomer care, down with overconsumption and mucho mas.  Referenced Join fellow ghouls in The Grext, our free sexy unique group chat, where you’ll get the tea on the latest products and which scams to avoid. Our theme song is by Parallel Dance Ensemble This podcast is edited by Softer Sounds.Studio! Check em’ out ⁠Join OPEN now for 30 days free and get unlimited access to breathwork, meditation, yoga, pilates, and more!⁠

Welcome to episode fifty-one. Our most unhinged and beer filled episode yet. We're talking: Is Pinterest’s annual prediction report a sexy unique scam? We have thoughts. These DTC companies are opting to crowd-fund, instead of seeking further investment from VCs. Good for who? Are jeggings really back? Yikes.  Our haunted haul’s of late, including vintage calendars, the best compression leggings, and the cuticle hack of the decade Check out this episodes Haunted Cart here. Join fellow ghouls in The Grext, our free sexy unique group chat, where you’ll get the tea on the latest products and which scams to avoid. Our theme song is by Parallel Dance Ensemble This podcast is edited by Softer Sounds.Studio! Check em’ out ⁠Join OPEN now for 30 days free and get unlimited access to breathwork, meditation, yoga, pilates, and more!⁠

Welcome to episode fifty. Our most unhinged and safely wrapped episode yet. Today we have Yasemin and Whitney, co-founders of Jems condoms, on the pod to talk about the sexual wellness CPG space, and their goals of re-imagining how we talk, think, and market safe sex, both at the checkout counter and behind closed doors. While looking for contraception options between pregnancies, Yasemin and Whitney noticed a void in the condom aisle and put their zone of genius in design, creative, and marketing to work building their sexual wellness company, one condom at a time. Jems condoms contain no hidden ingredients, and the brand aims to speak to the multiplicity of gender and sexual expressions, while providing education on sexual health and wellness. Follow Jems Instagram and TikTok at @jemsforall We’re talking: Condoms at the counter. Good for who? Whitney and Yasemin founders have thoughts … Are sex toy cleaners an extremely sexy, unique scam? Or should we stan? TikTok and IG don’t want to hear about your pleasure (shocker!). Jems founders share how they navigate censorship on the biggest platforms. What’s haunting these master brand builders’ carts right now 😊 Referenced: Susan Alexandra bags U Beauty. Worth it?

Welcome to episode forty-nine. Our most unhinged and “wrapped” episode yet. We're talking: The best of the best of GFU 22’ Lauren Hayne’s sexy unique scams to watch SPF scams with Chelsea Naftelberg, and her take on embracing your palest and most ghostly self The rise and demise of the Girlboss archetype and The Glass Cliff Book stylists. How do we sign up? BookTok and what TikTok has done for the book publishing industry Fall trend predictions. Did they land? We thought we burned the underwire bras … Free! Write us an apple podcast review to win this week’s prize: A pack of these super cool Chunks hair clips  Experience Open for 30 days free here! Join fellow ghouls in The Grext, our free sexy unique group chat, where you’ll get the tea on the latest products and which scams to avoid. Check out our ShopMy shelf for the DL on our latest haunted carts Our theme song is by Parallel Dance Ensemble This podcast is edited by Softer Sounds.Studio! Check em’ out

Welcome to episode forty-eight. Our most unhinged and health-rewarded episode yet. Today we have a very special guest, Derek Flanzraich of The Ness. Derek previously founded Greatist, and is now on a mission to build the next great credit card company that rewards people for living healthier lives. This week we're talking: Venture capital in the wellness space. Good for who? Derek has thoughts Why is being “healthy” still so expensive? What SUS’s should we be wary of? The sexy unique scam’s on Derek’s radar Honestly, we can’t get over this one thing in Derek’s haunted cart …  Join fellow ghouls in The Grext, our free sexy unique group chat, where you’ll get the tea on the latest products and which scams to avoid. Check out our ShopMy shelf for the DL on our latest haunted carts Our theme song is by Parallel Dance Ensemble This podcast is edited by Softer Sounds.Studio! Check em’ out

Welcome to episode forty-seven. Our most unhinged and slow-gifted episode yet. FREE! Submit a review on Apple podcasts and you’ll be entered to win this week’s prize: A copy of Aesthetica by Allie Rowbottom This week on the pod we had the pleasure of speaking with Amanda Lee McCarty. Amanda Lee McCarty (she/they) wanted to be an art teacher, but somehow ended up with a career in fashion that began as a seasonal part-time sales associate in the fitting rooms at a fast fashion retailer. Since then, they have worked for some of the most iconic millennial fast fashion brands. And yes, if you’ve shopped in this century, you’ve probably bought something they developed. Amanda is also the host/creator/all the things of Clotheshorse, the podcast for people who love clothes, but hate capitalism. Check out Amanda’s guide to slow gifting here. Check out Amanda’s extremely insightful podcast Clotheshorse, support her work on Patreon, peruse the guide to slow gifting here, check out her Small Business, Big Picture classes, and here for an insightful and fun follow. We're talking: The rental fashion market. Good for who? Brands have invaded the re-sale markets with their own platforms. Scam or stan? What Amanda finds in the bins at her local “Amazon Bin Drop” Slow gifting. The what and the how of slow gifting season. Join fellow ghouls in The Grext, our free sexy unique group chat, where you’ll get the tea on the latest products and which scams to avoid. Check out our ShopMy shelf for the DL on our latest haunted carts Our theme song is by Parallel Dance Ensemble This podcast is edited by Softer Sounds.Studio! Check em’ out

Welcome to episode forty-six. Our most unhinged and Columbo’d episode yet. We're talking: The sexiest scam of this quickly approaching holiday season. Don't believe the Black Friday hype.  The filtered showered head craze. Should we believe the hype? What the ghouls in The Grext (our sexy group chat) are pinning for!  FREE! Submit a (hopefully positive) review on Apple podcasts and you’ll be entered to win this week’s prize: Moon Juice’s Acid Potion: Travel Size Check out goodbuy on the app store, chrome extension, shop page, and on their shopify app.  Join fellow ghouls in The Grext, our free sexy unique group chat, where you’ll get the tea on the latest products and which scams to avoid. Check out our ShopMy shelf for the DL on our latest haunted carts Our theme song is by Parallel Dance Ensemble This podcast is edited by Softer Sounds.Studio! Check em’ out