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Co-hosts and longtime beauty journalists Kirbie Johnson and Sara Tan give their perspective on all things makeup, skincare, and wellness at the intersection of pop culture and entertainment. Experts in the field and friends IRL, they pull back the curtain on trends, treatments and popular products — all the things you're likely searching or watching on TikTok. (They'd know — they've spent 10 years creating and optimizing editorial content for mainstream digital beauty publishers.) Tuesday episodes reveal the most notable beauty headlines with informed takes while Friday episodes feature guests from experts in the industry to celebrity spokespeople, including Courteney Cox, Hailey Bieber, Halsey, Selena Gomez, Scarlett Johansson, Laverne Cox, Jonathan Van Ness, Barbie Ferreira, Brad Mondo, Emma Chamberlain, Dr. Jason Diamond, Charlotte Palermino and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Co-hosts and longtime beauty journalists Kirbie Johnson and Sara Tan give their perspective on all things makeup, skincare, and wellness at the intersection of pop culture and entertainment. Experts in the field and friends IRL, they pull back the curtain on trends, treatments and popular products — all the things you're likely searching or watching on TikTok. (They'd know — they've spent 10 years creating and optimizing editorial content for mainstream digital beauty publishers.) Tuesday episodes reveal the most notable beauty headlines with informed takes while Friday episodes feature guests from experts in the industry to celebrity spokespeople, including Courteney Cox, Hailey Bieber, Halsey, Selena Gomez, Scarlett Johansson, Laverne Cox, Jonathan Van Ness, Barbie Ferreira, Brad Mondo, Emma Chamberlain, Dr. Jason Diamond, Charlotte Palermino and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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English


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Sebaceous Hyperplasia, Body "Melasma" and More Skin-tel With Dr. Nancy Samolitis

4/30/2024
Are you afraid of the dark? You might be after this spooky story! Sara shares a recent “encounter” Zoe and her had with a shadowy figure in their home. SOS! In less frightening news, we have our favorite board-certified dermatologist and co-founder of Facile, Dr. Nancy Samolitis, back on the podcast to answer some mailbag questions we couldn’t about sebacious hyperplasia, melasma, and her thoughts on the bill to ban children from using anti-aging skincare. Kirbie also chats with Dr. Sam about her recent CoolPeel and PRP treatment. Shop this episode GlossAngelesPod.com https://glossangeles.komi.io CALL US: 424-341-0426 Shop products from our episodes Join our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcast Instagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Twitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Email: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:37:23

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The Best Lip Masks, Eyeliners, and More of Your Questions, Answered!

4/26/2024
It’s Mailbag time, Glams! On today’s episode, we’re answering your burning beauty questions, like what’s the best long-lasting eyeliners? How do you start using self-tanning products? And what do we really think about silicone patches and eye serums? Tune in to see if your question got answered! If you didn’t get a chance to submit yours, we do these regularly, so hit us with your questions on Instagram, Slack, Facebook, or on our hotline. Shop all our recommendations here GlossAngelesPod.com https://glossangeles.komi.io CALL US: 424-341-0426 Shop products from our episodes Join our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcast Instagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Twitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Email: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:41:59

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Can a Bill Help Curb Children From Using Anti-Aging Products?

4/23/2024
PSA: Do not use coconut oil in place of sunscreen. But you already knew that if you’re a true Glamgeleno. We had to state the obvious since it has come to our attention that Kristin Cavallari promoting false (and dangerous!) sun safety practices on her podcast. We have some words about it. We also discuss the proposed bill banning the sale of anti-aging skin care to anyone under 13 in California. How will this bill be enforced? And what impact will it have on ingredients like retinoids and acids that are used to treat acne in teens? Plus: Mandy Moore’s hair in ‘A Walk to Remember’ and Taylor Swift's latest album, including a track that takes a jab at one Ms. Kim Kardashian. Shop this episode GlossAngelesPod.com https://glossangeles.komi.io CALL US: 424-341-0426 Shop products from our episodes Join our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcast Instagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Twitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Email: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:32:43

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After 30 Years, the Iconic, Original "Spice" Lip Liner is BACK

4/16/2024
We kick off the episode with a very important (and divisive) question — do you shower with the lights on or off? It had never occurred to Kirbie and Sara that people bathed in darkness, but apparently that is a thing people do. How do you see what you’re grabbing for and what about the monsters? We discuss. Then, MOB Beauty co-founders Victor Casale and Alicia Gallagher join the convo to discuss the extremely exciting news that they’re recreating the original shade of MAC Spice, the same one Victor created for the beauty brand in the late 1980s. Listen in to hear the painstaking process he went through to ensure it was the exact color as the original and get ready for the lauch of M1990 on 4/17! Shop this episode GlossAngelesPod.com https://glossangeles.komi.io CALL US: 424-341-0426 Shop products from our episodes Join our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcast Instagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Twitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Email: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:42:17

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Rising Country Star Tanner Adell Still Struggles to Find a Glam Team in Nashville

4/12/2024
This ain’t Texas, but we’re going country over here on Gloss Angeles today. If you’ve listened to Cowboy Carter or scrolled through TikTok and heard someone singing about “buckle bunnies,” you have definitely heard Tanner Adell’s beautiful voice. She lent her talents to Beyonce’s emotional cover of Blackbird and while her star was already on the rise before being sprinkled with Bey’s magic, there’s no denying she’s a superstar now. Lucky for us, Tanner joined the pod to share her story, like the challenges she faces as a Black woman in the country music industry and how she found her personal style in the genre. A beauty girl at heart, Tanner also spilled the tried-and-true products she relies on for her glam and her dreams of collaborating with brands like Prada, Fenty Beauty, and Disney. Plus, her new single Whiskey Blues is out today — so after the episode, go stream it! Shop Tanner's picks GlossAngelesPod.com https://glossangeles.komi.io CALL US: 424-341-0426 Shop products from our episodes Join our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcast Instagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Twitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Email: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:32:37

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What Goes Into Product Pricing, the Right Skincare for Makeup Application, and Celebrating Mature Women with Laura Geller

4/9/2024
Today is National Mature Woman's Day, a day created by industry veteran and founder Laura Geller! She joins us on the pod to talk about catering to the mature demographic with her makeup, how to apply powder foundation (like her Baked Balance-n-Brighten) properly, and the beauty landscape circa 1993. Plus, what goes into product pricing that you may not consider as a customer, and why she suggests paring back your skincare in the AM. For today only, shop on www.laurageller.com for a sitewide age-based discount sale, starting at 40% - so if you’re 40, you get 40% off, if you’re 60, you get 60% off! Shop this episode GlossAngelesPod.com https://glossangeles.komi.io CALL US: 424-341-0426 Shop products from our episodes Join our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcast Instagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Twitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Email: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:47:50

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The Gloss Angeles Beauty Tournament: Final Four

4/5/2024
We’re having our own little March Madness tournament on today’s episode and choosing what makeup, skincare, and hair brands we think have fought their way to the top so far in 2024, from Pat McGrath Labs to Divi. Tune in to hear Kirbie and Sara make their case and then place your vote for who you think should make it to the championship round! Shop this episode GlossAngelesPod.com https://glossangeles.komi.io CALL US: 424-341-0426 Shop products from our episodes Join our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcast Instagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Twitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Email: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:49:32

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Will Rare Beauty and/or Glossier IPO? Plus, Do You Agree With These Top 10 "Innovative" Beauty Brands?

4/2/2024
Not listening to Cowboy Carter on repeat? Can’t relate! We kick things off with an appreciation for Bey’s new album and Miss Dolly Parton’s surprise appearance. Instead of sharing what’s on our face, we share what’s on our desks, which include a stress-relieving rollerball fragrance and a new sunscreen gel inspired by a classic. On the news front, we discuss some big headlines: e.l.f. Cosmetics’ sold-out collaboration with canned beverage brand Liquid Death, the race between Rare Beauty and Glossier to IPO or sell, and Fast Company’s most innovative beauty companies of 2024. Shop this episode GlossAngelesPod.com https://glossangeles.komi.io CALL US: 424-341-0426 Shop products from our episodes Join our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcast Instagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Twitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Email: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:41:11

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The K18 Biotech Effect: Innovation and Transformation With Co-Founder Suveen Sahib

3/29/2024
We have a very special episode for you today presented by K18! Today we have the genius behind the brand, founder Suveen Sahib, on to discuss why K18 was created on a computer (and not in a lab), what sets the brand apart from its competitors, if it’s a “bond builder” or not, and the very cool science behind AirWash™. If you haven’t, listen to our review (plus reviews from the Glams!) from Tuesday’s episode to decide if the product is for you! Shop this episode GlossAngelesPod.com https://glossangeles.komi.io CALL US: 424-341-0426 Shop products from our episodes Join our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcast Instagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Twitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Email: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:42:28

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A "Wet" Dry Shampoo? Reviews From YOU (and Us!) About K18's Latest Innovation: AirWash™

3/26/2024
If you were one of the lucky ones who participated in our latest Gloss Angeles Confidential seeding, then you are intimately familiar with K18’s latest launch — an innovative dry shampoo called AirWash™. On today’s ep, Kirbie and Sara are sharing more about why this product is a total game changer and include some of our testers' experiences as well, including things to know before deciding to invest in the product. We’ll cover the ingredients, the claims, how to use it properly, and what to consider for your hair type and preferences. On Friday, we’ll have an exclusive interview with co-founder Suveen Sahib who will explain all the science behind the brand. Shop this episode GlossAngelesPod.com https://glossangeles.komi.io CALL US: 424-341-0426 Shop products from our episodes Join our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcast Instagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Twitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Email: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:22:06

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Why We've Become Obsessed With Fragrance with Malaika Jones of Brown Girl Jane

3/22/2024
The world of niche fragrances is booming and one brand leading the category is Brown Girl Jane — the first Black woman-owned fine fragrance brand to launch at Sephora! The line of fine perfumes focuses on “scent for wellness,” knowing that scent has the proven ability to affect us on a psychological level. Malaika Jones, co-founder and CEO, joins us to share how they leveraged clinical studies that measured brain activity when smelling different scents, why “Z-alphas” are obsessed with fragrance, how social media made buying a scent without smelling it the norm, and the trend she thinks will rise this year. Shop this episode GlossAngelesPod.com https://glossangeles.komi.io CALL US: 424-341-0426 Shop products from our episodes Join our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcast Instagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Twitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Email: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:41:17

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*NSYNC, Tanning Beds (They're Still Bad!) and More Nostalgia

3/19/2024
Reporting live from our respective mailrooms! Much to Sara’s dismay and deep jealousy, Kirbie shares her experience attending Justin Timberlake's LA “One Night Only” show and witnessing the NSYNC reunion. They also share their current WOYFS: Kirbie recommends the iNNBeauty Project Extreme Cream for its lifting and firming effects, while Sara swears by Benefit’s new Brow Detailer pencil and tinted Fluffy Brow Wax. Lastly, they dissect a Washington Post article that argues tanning is back, thanks to Gen Z and Gen Alpha’s current obsession. Say it ain’t so! Shop this episode GlossAngelesPod.com https://glossangeles.komi.io CALL US: 424-341-0426 Shop products from our episodes Join our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcast Instagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Twitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Email: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:35:16

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"Doping" in the Sunscreen Industry and the Problem With Broad-Spectrum Testing in the U.S. with Sophie Bai

3/15/2024
Heard of "doping" when it comes to SPF? Today you'll learn all about it. Sunscreen is the most important step in your morning skincare routine, but there's still so much confusion around it, as well as challenges brands have to overcome in the US that prohibits us from having more sophisticated UV filters. Sophie Bai, biomedical engineer, cancer drug developer and the founder/CEO of Pavise is our guest today, discussing those challenges in sunscreen development and regulation, the classification of sunscreen as a drug, mislabeling of sunscreens, inaccurate SPF claims, flaws in broad spectrum testing, and what separates Pavise Dynamic Age Defense SPF 30 from other sunscreens. Shop this episode GlossAngelesPod.com https://glossangeles.komi.io CALL US: 424-341-0426 Shop products from our episodes Join our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcast Instagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Twitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Email: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:01:04:51

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My Eyes See.... a Little Oscars Recap (and Tea)

3/12/2024
It was actually Hollywood’s biggest night on Sunday (we’ll beat ‘em next year, Gloss Angeles Awards), so we’re sharing some of our favorite looks from the star-studded show. From Emma Stone’s Oscar-worthy pink pout to Danielle Brooks’ dazzling (& meaningful) manicure, we’re sharing the beauty moments we haven’t stopped thinking about. We’re also discussing our very own Oscars weekend glam as guests of the Motion Picture & Television Fund gala (thank you, CeraVe)! Tune in to hear which celeb spilled gazpacho and which spilled the TEA. Albright Fashion Library Shop this episode GlossAngelesPod.com https://glossangeles.komi.io CALL US: 424-341-0426 Shop products from our episodes Join our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcast Instagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Twitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Email: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:35:30

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What Popular Plastic Surgeries are Being Reversed and Facelift Talk with Dr. Cat Chang

3/8/2024
Be advised: this episode discusses several aspects of plastic surgery. Please skip this episode if you’re not in a headspace to listen to this conversation. This week, Kirbie’s Allure story on the “right” age for a facelift was published. To go further into this conversation, we invited one of Kirbie’s sources for the story, Dr. Cat Chang, onto the pod. Dr. Chang is a board-certified, quadruple Ivy League plastic and reconstructive surgeon. She’s answering a bunch of questions, like why people are reversing procedures that were popular the past 5-10 years, why there’s been an uptick in facial plastic surgery, the consequences of filler long-term, why Botox is her preferred neuromodulator, and what you need to know if you’re considering a facelift. Shop this episode GlossAngelesPod.com https://glossangeles.komi.io CALL US: 424-341-0426 Shop products from our episodes Join our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcast Instagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Twitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Email: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:53:43

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One Reason Celebrities Launch Beauty Brands That Isn't Widely Discussed (With Investor Maggie Sellers)

3/4/2024
Is it possible to be hot, smart, and rich? According to angel investor and entrepreneur Maggie Sellers, it is. And she’s teaching everyone how on her viral TikTok, sharing tips on how to start investing to what your budget breakdown should look like. On today’s ep, Maggie shares her expertise as a beauty investor, discussing her thoughts on what makes a successful beauty brand, what sets Hailey Bieber apart from other celebrity founders, the reason celebrities launch brands when they're already wealthy, and what she thinks happened to JVN Hair and Rose Inc. when Amyris declared bankruptcy. Shop this episode GlossAngelesPod.com https://glossangeles.komi.io CALL US: 424-341-0426 Shop products from our episodes Join our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcast Instagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Twitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Email: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:55:22

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Is Beyoncé's Haircare Line Coming For K18?

2/27/2024
It’s been a minute since we’ve chatted news, so let’s catch up, Glams! First, we recap our epic trip to SCAD (Savannah College of Arts and Design). We fell in love with the school, its beauty and fragrance program, the students, and the city — if you are applying to colleges or know anyone who is, please listen to our pitch as newly-minted Scadvocates! We also had to talk about the industry’s biggest launch of the year: Cécred from one Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter. We break down the product offerings and the brand's messaging, including its focus on rituals and its use of biomimetic keratin. We want to know — are you going to buy into Bey haircare? Lastly, we’re highlighting our latest Gloss Angeles Confidential product: Odele’s Scalp and Body Scrub! If you didn’t have a chance to be a part of the testing group, we’ve got a code for you to pick one up, plus anything else from the brand, and get 20% off! Use code GLOSSANGELES20 for 20% off online orders at odelebeauty.com. **Valid 2/27/24-8/27/24 (six months) **No minimum purchase; one use per customer; not combinable with any other offers. Shop this episode GlossAngelesPod.com https://glossangeles.komi.io CALL US: 424-341-0426 Shop products from our episodes Join our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcast Instagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Twitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Email: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:38:59

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Funny Guy Clayton Hawkins Shares His Wigs, His Wit and His Work with Olivia Rodrigo and Elizabeth Olsen

2/23/2024
What’s the secret to Olivia Rodrigo’s perfect, shiny locks? Two words: Clayton Hawkins. The incredibly talented (and absolutely hilarious) hairstylist is on the pod today to share his journey to celebrity styling, from applying hair extensions on his older sisters as a tween to creating iconic hairstyles for Olivia Rodrigo, Elizabeth Olsen, Ali Wong, Dove Cameron, and Jennifer Coolidge. Clayton shares the styles he thinks are going to be big in 2024 (ombrés are BACK, babes!) and the tools and products he thinks are absolutely necessary to have in your hair wardrobe. He also gives great advice for up-and-coming hairstylists on how to break into the business (frequent trips to Naimie’s and a lot of persistence) and the five things he would never do as a hairstylist. Shop the episode Naimie's Nigel Beauty Emporium Frends Beauty GlossAngelesPod.com https://glossangeles.komi.io CALL US: 424-341-0426 Shop products from our episodes Join our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcast Instagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Twitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Email: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:50:21

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How e.l.f. Got Judge Judy to Agree to Her First Commercial with the Judge Beauty Super Bowl Commercial

2/16/2024
What’s the ROI on a Super Bowl ad? Today we have the masterminds behind e.l.f.’s court-themed Super Bowl spot, CMO Kory “KBOSS” Marchisotto and SHADOW co-founder Liza Suloti on to share why returning to The Big Game made sense for the brand, how last year’s regional ad affected sales, and what it took to get Judge Judy to sign-on to her first commercial. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:52:34

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How e.l.f. Got Judge Judy to Agree to Her First Commercial with the Judge Beauty Super Bowl Commercial

2/16/2024
What’s the ROI on a Super Bowl ad? Today we have the masterminds behind e.l.f.’s court-themed Super Bowl spot, CMO Kory “KBOSS” Marchisotto and SHADOW co-founder Liza Suloti on to share why returning to The Big Game made sense for the brand, how last year’s regional ad affected sales, and what it took to get Judge Judy to sign-on to her first commercial. Shop this episode GlossAngelesPod.com https://glossangeles.komi.io CALL US: 424-341-0426 Shop products from our episodes Join our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcast Instagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Twitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratan Email: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:52:34