In this captivating episode, we sit down with the incredible Aysha Harun, a trailblazing YouTuber and fashion influencer hailing from the vibrant city of Toronto, Canada. As one of the first Black Hijabi YouTubers, Aysha has carved her own path in the online world, inspiring countless individuals with her unique style and empowering messages. Throughout the conversation, we delve into the fascinating journey of Aysha Harun and how being a hijabi has influenced her personal style. From her early experiences growing up in a diverse community to her entry into the world of social media, Aysha shares the joys and challenges she encountered while navigating her identity. Join us as Aysha candidly discusses the transformative power of fashion and self-expression, shedding light on the complexities of embracing one's cultural and religious heritage within the realm of personal style. She opens up about the importance of representation and inclusivity in the fashion industry, and how her platform has become a catalyst for change and acceptance. As we explore Aysha's evolution as a style icon, we gain insights into her creative process, her sources of inspiration, and the empowering messages she strives to convey through her content. From her stunning hijab tutorials to her bold fashion choices, Aysha reminds us of the significance of authenticity and self-confidence in shaping one's personal style. Prepare to be inspired as Aysha Harun invites us into her world, where fashion, faith, and cultural heritage beautifully intertwine. Her powerful voice resonates with authenticity, encouraging individuals from all walks of life to embrace their uniqueness and celebrate the beauty of diversity. Tune in to this enlightening episode as we discover how Aysha Harun continues to redefine fashion norms and empower others through her inspiring journey as a Black Hijabi YouTuber.

SKNFLUENCR IS BACK FROM OUR HOLIDAY HIATUS! Today's episode is featuring Nelita Villezon—a Black & Filipino actress, martial artist, and self proclaimed "share-er". We had some really interesting conversations in this one regarding auditioning for Black roles in Hollywood as a lighter skinned mixed person, how martial arts has affected her sense of femininity, and she even spoke about her secret agent grandma...I'm not joking. You're just gonna have to listen to hear more about that.   This is the first SKNFLUENCR podcast episode that was filmed in its entirety. If you prefer to watch this episode, you can check it out at the new SKNFLUENCR YouTube channel at youtube.com/sknfluencr

Today’s episode is another special episode for me because today’s guest is…my mom! October is Filipino-American History Month here in the US and in the Philippines, it’s National Indigenous Peoples’ Month so I really wanted to dedicate this episode to Filipino heritage, indigenous history, and I wanted to give my mom the space to talk about what is was like to grow up as an Indigenous person and an immigrant. I think her story would resonate with a lot of those listening, particularly those that are immigrants or children of immigrants. So I really hope you enjoy this episode!

I had a chat with Celebrity Hairstylist (responsible for Ariana Grande's ponytail) and Founder of Utiles Beauty Alyx Liu about gender identity, the gender binary, lgbtq+ representation, and how that all intersects with his personal style and beauty routines. As a person of mixed Chinese and Mexican heritage, Alyx also talks about beauty standards in Asian cultures and mental health growing up in an immigrant family.    Visit sknfluencr.com for more info

For SKNFLUENCR's first episode let's talk about what inspired this platform, how a radical political movement inspired one of the most iconic beauty trends, and how trends have been influenced by pandemics of the past.