Content creator Cyrus Veyssi has built a community of over 3 million followers across platforms and is known for their hilarious and heartfelt videos. Now, they’re bringing their positive message to a new medium: an affirmations journal titled Honey. In this episode, they discuss their favorite affirmations for the beginning of the year—including “I will not let people mistake my kindness for stupidity”—and discuss the realities of being in the public eye, the origins of their “bougie gay uncle” character, and the story behind the title of their new book.

In 2012, Daniella Kallmeyer began her eponymous brand with $7,000 and a goal to create a line of elevated wardrobe staples. Fifteen years later, her ethos remains the same and she’s getting her flowers for the brand she’s built—in fact, this year Kallmeyer was nominated for Womenswear Designer of the Year by the Council of Fashion Designers of America. On this episode, Daniella discusses bootstrapping her brand, what it was like in the room at the CFDA awards (hint: Rihanna was sitting next to her), and why she credits so much of her scrappiness to her time spent ghost-designing for QVC.

Jeanelle Teves is the Chief Commercial Officer of Bugaboo and the founder of the career growth resource Work Lunch. In 2021, after a decade running teams at Nike, Teves joined the Dutch stroller company Bugaboo, and with her at the helm, the company has become one of the fastest-growing stroller companies in North America. On this episode of Nice Talk, she shares all the lessons she’s learned throughout her career—including why she views being a manager as a privilege, the surprising mentors she’s met along the way, and the journaling method she recommends to help build confidence at work. Plus, she gives us all the details of her workwear closet, from blazers to barrel jeans.

Meredith Koop is the stylist responsible for Michelle Obama’s style evolution over the years—from her days as the First Lady to beyond the White House. This November, the duo teamed up to document the details of that journey in the new book The Look. On this episode of Nice Talk, Koop delves into her journey to becoming Mrs. Obama’s stylist, the surprising elements she had to consider when crafting an outfit (podiums were a big deal, for example), and what life post–White House has meant for Mrs. Obama’s style.

Da’Vine Joy Randolph is an Oscar-winning, Tony-nominated actress, best known for her roles in projects like The Holdovers and Only Murders in the Building. Yesterday, her newest project, A24’s romantic comedy, Eternity, hit theatres. On this episode, Randolph discusses her relationship with money, power, and style, including why her family prioritized education, when she admitted to herself she really did want to win an Oscar, and why she aims to be “stylish” rather than “fashionable.” Plus, she shares behind-the-scenes details of filming Eternity and where she would choose to spend her own personal eternity.

Bobbi Brown is one of the most legendary names in beauty. Not only is she the makeup artist responsible for introducing no-makeup makeup, but she's also an author 10 times over and the founder of both Bobbi Brown Cosmetics and Jones Road. On this episode, she reflects on her career through the lens of money, power, and style while discussing her recent memoir, Still Bobbi. She shares how she dealt with the difficult emotions she felt after being fired from her own company, the wise financial advice she got from her father, and how she found her personal makeup aesthetic.

In this live-recorded episode, we’re talking about money, power, and style with actor, producer, and founder of Personal Day Lili Reinhart. She first rose to fame in 2017 as Betty Cooper in The CW’s Riverdale and since then has gone on to star in countless other projects, including the recent Mubi release Hal & Harper. In addition to her work as an actor, she’s also a producer (a role she says makes her feel powerful) and has founded her own production company, Small Victory Productions. Outside of the entertainment industry, Reinhart launched the award-winning skincare line Personal Day last year, which was inspired by her personal struggles with acne. In this episode, she discusses being a romantic, why she sometimes feels “unstylish,” and the important money conversations she had with her fellow Riverdale castmates.

This episode, we're focusing on power with the founder and CEO of Deep Blue Sports + Entertainment Laura Correnti. In 2019, she witnessed the crowd chanting "equal pay" when the U.S. Women's National team won the World Cup, and at that moment, she knew she had to leverage her background as an advertising-industry powerhouse to expand the commercial investment in women's sports. Today, Correnti discusses the correlation between being an athlete and being a C-suite executive, why she teamed up with Sue Bird to create her company, and what the future of women’s sports looks like.

This episode, we’re focusing on the topic of power with Crooked Media VP of Political Strategy Shaniqua McClendon. With the special “odd year” elections coming up on November 4, she’s here to break down what’s at stake this Election Day. She’s also offering advice on how to stay engaged in politics when cynicism creeps in, what to expect in next year’s midterms, and how to build a robust media diet without being constantly overwhelmed. As the creator of Vote Save America and a longtime political organizer, McClendon has so much important information to share, so be sure to tune in.

On this episode, we’re focusing on the topic of money with financial translator and author of the Broke Millennial book series Erin Lowry. In 2013, Lowry began sharing money advice on her blog, Broke Millennial, and quickly became a trusted source for personal finance advice. Today, she’s sharing how to approach money conversations in romantic relationships, why you might need a financial therapist, and the helpful scripts you can use when declining invitations to dinners that you just can’t afford. Plus, in case you missed it, Nikki got engaged recently! So Lowry shares all her wedding and future planning advice with her. Tune in to hear Lowry’s expert financial POV on everything from prenups to trad wives.

Today, we’re focusing on the topic of style with content creator and disability advocate April Lockhart. She began her career in fashion and beauty, working for companies including Victoria’s Secret, Tarte, and Caudalie. While working a 9-to-5, she also created content on the side, and in 2022, she gained traction for her series Normalizing Disabled Fashion Girlies. When she realized she was earning five times her salary from her side hustle and maxing out her PTO, she decided to leave her role as director of influencer and partnerships at Ilia Beauty to pursue content creation full-time. In addition to her work as a creator, Lockhart is also a disability advocate. This year, she founded Disabled&, a community for creatives with disabilities. In this episode, she gets into what it’s like to go to fashion week as an influencer, the state of disability representation in fashion, and why inclusive design is so important.

In this live-recorded episode, we’re talking about money, power, and style with Michaela Jaé Rodriguez. She’s well-known for her roles in projects like Pose, Loot, and Tick, Tick… Boom! and made history in 2022 as the first transgender actress to win a Golden Globe. Though Rodriguez is widely lauded for her acting performances, her first love was music, and in 2024, she released her debut album, 33. Today, we chat about why she’ll always spend money on herself, the shoes that are worth the pain, and the impact she hopes her career will have on the next generation. Plus, Rodriguez shares the two music industry icons she looks to for fashion inspiration. Thank you to our sponsor: Marshalls. Shop in-store or online to get the good stuff today!

On this live-recorded episode, we’re talking about the new rules of networking with career influencer and author of Interviewology Anna Papalia. Papalia spent her early career in recruiting, and now she uses her massive social media platform to help millions of people nail their interviews and climb the corporate ladder. Papalia's here today to break down all nitty-gritty of modern-day networking, including how to reframe the practice, why helping yourself will lead to others helping you, and which kind of interview style you fall into. Plus, Papalia shares tangible tips for how to practice for your next interview. Thank you to our sponsor: Marshalls. Shop in-store or online to get the good stuff today!

Issa Rae truly does it all. Not only is she a multifaceted entertainment powerhouse, but she also runs businesses in various industries—from prosecco to food to haircare. Today on the show, the former Marie Claire cover star joins us to talk about money, power, and style, including how she crowdfunded her early projects like Awkward Black Girl, how she overcame "grateful to be here" energy after partnering with HBO, and what it means to be boldly elegant in her style. She also tells us about her newest projects: her book I Should Be Smarter by Now and her two-part docuseries Seen and Heard. Plus, Rae shares why creativity is not the most important trait to be successful in the entertainment industry. The full video of this episode is also available on YouTube. Thank you to our sponsor: Marshalls. Shop in-store or online to get the good stuff today!

Today on the show, we’re focusing on style with Brynn Wallner, the founder of Dimepiece. Wallner unexpectedly fell in love with the world of watches while working at Sotheby's and founded Dimepiece to encourage more women to take part. Since getting her first job writing about watches through host Nikki Ogunnaike, Wallner’s voice has been featured in publications like W Magazine, Nylon, and Harper’s Bazaar as a leader in the field. Wallner sits down with us to talk about sourcing watches for megastars like Simone Biles, spotting “It-girl watches,” and launching her own sold-out watch with Timex. Plus, she dishes on the best secondhand sites and brands to go to when you’re looking for a starter watch or another timeless timepiece to add to your collection. Thank you to our sponsor: Marshalls. Shop in-store or online to get the good stuff today!

Teyana Taylor has changed the game in entertainment throughout her career—so much so that it landed her on the cover of Marie Claire’s Changemakers Issue. After living her life in the spotlight for decades as an actress, choreographer, creative director, and artist, Taylor shocked fans when she announced that she would be retiring from music in 2020. Now, years later, she’s made a comeback with her brand-new album, Escape Room. The record is just the latest addition to her portfolio as a creative powerhouse. Taylor joins us to discuss the big three (money, power, and style)—including why she isn’t afraid to invest money in her projects, how she finds power in being a lover girl, and what it was like working with Ruth E. Carter on her iconic Met Gala look. Thank you to our sponsor: Marshalls. Shop in-store or online to get the good stuff today!

Sali Christeson always loved working but hated shopping for workwear. She knew she wasn’t alone in her struggle and understood firsthand the barriers women face when looking for clothes that are both fashionable and functional. Having inherited an entrepreneurial spirit from her father, she founded Argent—a workwear brand designed to help women get up, dress up, and show up in any role. The brand has become known for its clientele of changemakers like Hillary Clinton, Katie Couric, and Kamala Harris. Christeson joins us to discuss the big three (money, power, and style)—including how she was prepared to lose $150,000 to start her own business, the power that comes from having more pockets, and why she loves dressing ambitious women.

Today, we’re focusing on the topic of style with Naked Beauty host and Chief Content Officer of Refinery29 Brooke DeVard Ozaydinli. She began her career in social media and marketing at companies like Ralph Lauren, Viacom, and Instagram, but eventually built something of her own. To fulfill her desire to speak to women she admired about their approach to beauty and address the lack of representation in the podcast industry, in 2016, Ozaydinli launched her podcast, Naked Beauty. Since then, it has won an iHeartMedia Award for Best Beauty and Fashion Podcast and has released over 350 episodes. Earlier this summer, Ozaydinli also announced her return to the corporate world, with her new post as chief content officer at Refinery29, bringing her podcast with her. On this episode, she talks about the positive and negative impact of social media, advice for those looking to launch a side hustle, and her favorite beauty and style trends right now.

Alli Webb made a name for herself as the visionary behind the blow-dry empire Drybar, and now, she’s stepping back into the world of haircare—this time with an entirely different approach. Her new haircare brand, Messy, which launched in Sephora and online earlier this summer, focuses on embracing your natural hair rather than trying to achieve the “perfect” blowout. The brand’s ethos is directly tied to Webb’s personal journey of leaving perfectionism behind after exiting Drybar in 2020. In this episode, she discusses how she developed the mantra-based product names, why the only thing she’s “anti” is the idea of perfection, and the relationship between Messy and the “clean girl” aesthetic. Plus, we get into who gets permission to be messy in our current culture.

Liza Koshy rose to fame in the 2010s as a content creator on Vine and YouTube, garnering millions of followers for her comedic skits. But while building her platform online, Koshy's also been cultivating her acting career, racking up credits on movies like Boo! A Madea Halloween and A Family Affair. Her most recent role was in The Naked Gun reboot, which hit theaters earlier this month. Koshy sits down with us to discuss the big three (money, power, and style), including her decision to move to Los Angeles on her own to pursue a career in entertainment, why she almost exclusively shops secondhand, and how she doesn’t give imposter syndrome any power over her.  Watch the video episode here.