GlowJob

GlowJob Podcast

GlowJob Podcast is the fastest growing beauty & business podcast that makes you hotter and smarter. Best friends & co-hosts Julia Bellary and Sasa Li cover the internet trends, celebrity news, brand drama, and cultural moments shaping how we live, spend, and think — from viral TikTok controversies and influencer culture to billion-dollar business moves and the conversations everyone's having right now. Funny and unapologetically candid, Julia & Sasa break it all down every Thursday with episodes you didn’t know you needed.

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March 23 · 45 min
She Sold Her Name. Now She's Being Sued.
Welcome back to GlowJob’s Culture Debrief — your weekly breakdown of the biggest stories shaping business, culture, and everything in between. This week, we’re unpacking the Oscars fallout around Timothée Chalamet and how it shifted betting markets in real time, the viral Interview Magazine “finance bros” shoot that completely missed the mark, and the rise of AI-generated models as brands start replacing real people with synthetic ones. We also get into Harper Beckham’s beauty brand launch and why it’s raising eyebrows, plus what’s behind Quince’s $10B valuation and the broader shift toward “luxury without the brand.” Along the way, we break down what these stories actually signal — from changing consumer behavior to the future of identity, ownership, and influence. We also cover: – What Wall Street actually wears (vs. what the internet thinks) – New AI disclosure laws and what they mean for advertising – Estée Lauder vs. Jo Malone — can you ever truly sell your name? – The White House using TikTok to communicate war – And David Protein’s latest attempt to reframe its narrative If you want to stay ahead of what’s actually shaping culture — not just what’s trending — this is your cheat sheet. -------- Follow GlowJob™ Socials: Instagram Youtube GlowJob Website Shop My Email: hello@glowjobpodcast.com -------- GlowJob is the business and culture podcast that makes you hotter and smarter. Hosted by best friends Julia Bellary and Sasa Li, GlowJob covers the internet trends, celebrity news, brand drama, and cultural moments shaping how we live, spend, and think — from viral TikTok controversies and influencer culture to billion-dollar business moves and the conversations everyone's having right now. Funny, data-driven, and unapologetically candid, Julia and Sasa break it all down twice a week — a Monday culture debrief and Thursday deep dives you didn't know you needed.
March 19 · 40 min
Your Protein Bar Is Making You Fat
This week, we’re breaking down one of the most controversial brands in food right now: David Protein. From a $700M+ valuation to antitrust lawsuits and claims their macros might be completely off—this is the story of how a “perfect” protein bar turned into a legal and scientific mess. We get into: The founder behind RXBAR’s second act The controversial ingredient (EPG) that makes the whole product possible... The class action lawsuit claiming their calories are underreported by 83% And the Epstein file fallout involving Peter Attia, their former Chief Scientific Officer And despite all of this… the brand is still selling like crazy. So the real question is: Is David Protein a genius business—or a ticking time bomb? -------- Follow GlowJob™ Socials: Instagram Youtube GlowJob Website Shop My Email: hello@glowjobpodcast.com -------- GlowJob is the business and culture podcast that makes you hotter and smarter. Hosted by best friends Julia Bellary and Sasa Li, GlowJob covers the internet trends, celebrity news, brand drama, and cultural moments shaping how we live, spend, and think — from viral TikTok controversies and influencer culture to billion-dollar business moves and the conversations everyone's having right now. Funny, data-driven, and unapologetically candid, Julia and Sasa break it all down twice a week — a Monday culture debrief and Thursday deep dives you didn't know you needed.
March 16 · 33 min
Aritzia Wants Your Boyfriend
Welcome back to GlowJob and this week’s Culture Debrief, where we decode the business headlines, pop culture, and trends shaping how we live, spend, and think. This week, we’re covering: Aritzia’s quiet push into menswear through Reigning Champ and Fred Segal Equinox replacing Grown Alchemist with Le Labo amenities and why the internet is obsessed Estée Lauder’s latest layoffs, portfolio reshuffling, and acquisition of Forest Essentials How AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini are already shaping which skincare and makeup brands win consumer attention Plus, we unpack what these stories reveal about business, branding, media, and the cultural forces shaping consumer behavior. -------- Follow GlowJob™ Socials: Instagram Youtube GlowJob Website TikTok Shop My Email: hello@glowjobpodcast.com -------- GlowJob is the business and culture podcast that makes you hotter and smarter. Hosted by best friends Julia Bellary and Sasa Li, GlowJob covers the internet trends, celebrity news, brand drama, and cultural moments shaping how we live, spend, and think — from viral TikTok controversies and influencer culture to billion-dollar business moves and the conversations everyone's having right now. Funny, data-driven, and unapologetically candid, Julia and Sasa break it all down twice a week — a Monday culture debrief and Thursday deep dives you didn't know you needed.
March 12 · 47 min
We Tested Every Dupe So You Don't Have To (Trader Joe's, Ulta & More)
Dupes aren't underground anymore — they're a full business strategy. This week, Julia and Sasa dive deep into the dupe economy: what a dupe actually is in 2026 (hint: it's more than just a cheaper lookalike), how Trader Joe's quietly became one of the biggest beauty dupe players in the game, and which drugstore and mid-range products genuinely hold up against their high-end counterparts. They test 10 product matchups live — from Rhode vs Bubble to Drunk Elephant vs a $7 Trader Joe's oil — and rate each dupe out of 10. Spoiler: one gets a perfect score. Hosted by Julia Bellary & Sasa Li. New episodes every Monday and Thursday. -------- Follow GlowJob™ Socials: Instagram Youtube GlowJob Website TikTok Shop My Email: hello@glowjobpodcast.com -------- The only podcast to make you hotter AND smarter. GlowJob™ goes beyond the headlines to unpack the business and culture driving the world’s most influential industry… beauty. Hosted by best friends Julia Bellary and Sasa Li, GlowJob dishes on the conversations you actually want to hear — and the ones everyone else is too afraid to start. From celebrity drama to billion-dollar beauty deals, join us as we break down how skincare, makeup, and wellness collide with society, culture, and business. New episodes every MONDAY and THURSDAY
March 9 · 30 min
Your Boss Wants You Addicted
The beauty industry is going through a major shakeup. This week on GlowJob's News Roundup, we break down why Pat McGrath Labs is being shopped for sale after its billion-dollar peak, and why Gen Z acne brand Starface just raised $105M despite already being profitable. We also unpack Saks’ $1B bankruptcy loan and what its vendor payment crisis could mean for the future of department store beauty. Beyond the business headlines, we get into the culture shaping the industry right now — from the return of ultra-thin celebrity body trends to the surprising rise of Zyn nicotine pouches in tech offices, where companies are reportedly offering them as a workplace perk as nicotine gets rebranded as a productivity “biohack.” Plus: biotech K-beauty entering Sephora, Summer Fridays launching fragrance, Wizard Wellness (new allergy-meets-beauty brand at Ulta), and the Lipstick Lesbians launching a consumer-driven beauty incubator. -------- Follow GlowJob™ Socials: Instagram Youtube GlowJob Website TikTok Shop My Email: hello@glowjobpodcast.com -------- The only podcast to make you hotter AND smarter. GlowJob™ goes beyond the headlines to unpack the business and culture driving the world’s most influential industry… beauty. Hosted by best friends Julia Bellary and Sasa Li, GlowJob dishes on the conversations you actually want to hear — and the ones everyone else is too afraid to start. From celebrity drama to billion-dollar beauty deals, join us as we break down how skincare, makeup, and wellness collide with society, culture, and business. New episodes every MONDAY and THURSDAY
March 5 · 32 min
Skincare Lies You’ve Been Falling For: The Truth About Beauty Claims
Skincare marketing is full of bold promises — “clinically proven,” “boosts collagen,” “clean beauty,” “dermatologist tested.” But what do those claims actually mean? In this episode of GlowJob, we decode the beauty industry’s biggest marketing buzzwords and explain what brands are legally allowed to say… and what they absolutely cannot. We break down the difference between cosmetics and drugs, explain how the FDA and FTC regulate skincare, and reveal why so many claims live in a gray area. You’ll also learn: Why “clinically tested” is often pay-to-play Why clean beauty has no legal definition The truth behind dermatologist-tested claims How brands manipulate before-and-after photos Why consumer perception studies can be misleading Plus, we dive into real cases where major beauty brands got into trouble with regulators — including L’Oréal, Maybelline, Sunday Riley, Ulta, and Mario Badescu. If you’ve ever wondered whether skincare claims are legit or just marketing spin, this episode is your skincare BS translator. -------- Follow GlowJob™ Socials: Instagram Youtube GlowJob Website TikTok Shop My Email: hello@glowjobpodcast.com -------- The only podcast to make you hotter AND smarter. GlowJob™ goes beyond the headlines to unpack the business and culture driving the world’s most influential industry… beauty. Hosted by best friends Julia Bellary and Sasa Li, GlowJob dishes on the conversations you actually want to hear — and the ones everyone else is too afraid to start. From celebrity drama to billion-dollar beauty deals, join us as we break down how skincare, makeup, and wellness collide with society, culture, and business. New episodes every MONDAY and THURSDAY
March 2 · 37 min
Celebrity Beauty Brands are Dying
This week’s GlowJob News Roundup is a full beauty industry shakeup. Luxury portfolios are tightening. Celebrity brands are shutting down. Private equity is circling. And resale platforms are reshuffling billions. We break down: Marc Jacobs Beauty officially returning under Coty MAC expanding into Sephora U.S. stores Gwen Stefani’s GXVE quietly shutting down LVMH exploring a potential sale of Makeup Forever Aritzia acquiring Fred Segal eBay buying Depop in a $1.2B deal (at a loss for Etsy) Pat McGrath Labs securing $30M in Chapter 11 financing — and what it actually means From prestige makeup volatility to the celebrity brand squeeze to Gen Z resale economics, this episode unpacks what’s really happening behind the headlines. If you care about beauty, business, luxury strategy, and the future of retail — this is the one. -------- Follow GlowJob™ Socials: Instagram Youtube GlowJob Website TikTok Shop My Email: hello@glowjobpodcast.com -------- The only podcast to make you hotter AND smarter. GlowJob™ goes beyond the headlines to unpack the business and culture driving the world’s most influential industry… beauty. Hosted by best friends Julia Bellary and Sasa Li, GlowJob dishes on the conversations you actually want to hear — and the ones everyone else is too afraid to start. From celebrity drama to billion-dollar beauty deals, join us as we break down how skincare, makeup, and wellness collide with society, culture, and business. New episodes every MONDAY and THURSDAY
February 26 · 50 min
Looksmaxxing Is Rotting Men
This week on GlowJob, @saltlacroix is back and we’re diving headfirst into the viral rise of “looksmaxxing” culture — from Clavicular’s bone-smashing and crystal meth confessions to the broader male optimization movement taking over TikTok. We unpack: • What looksmaxxing actually is and how it emerged from incel forums • Clavicular’s supplement stack (testosterone, Accutane microdosing, melanotan, peptides) • Bone smashing, lantern chins, mogging — and the eugenics undertones • The rise of hyper-online male beauty standards • Why straight men struggle with skincare culture • Rage baiting, influencer controversy, and the Pat McGrath backlash • Celebrity obsession, K-pop fandom economics, and algorithm addiction • Catfishing, dating apps, and modern masculinity From male gaze vs female gaze to nihilism, algorithm-driven outrage, and the collapse of nuance online — this episode is a cultural autopsy. Beauty is business. Business is power. And the internet is warping both. -------- Follow GlowJob™ Socials: Instagram Youtube GlowJob Website TikTok Shop My Email: hello@glowjobpodcast.com -------- The only podcast to make you hotter AND smarter. GlowJob™ goes beyond the headlines to unpack the business and culture driving the world’s most influential industry… beauty. Hosted by best friends Julia Bellary and Sasa Li, GlowJob dishes on the conversations you actually want to hear — and the ones everyone else is too afraid to start. From celebrity drama to billion-dollar beauty deals, join us as we break down how skincare, makeup, and wellness collide with society, culture, and business. New episodes every MONDAY and THURSDAY
February 23 · 38 min
Would you go on an AI Date?
This week’s GlowJob News Roundup covers the biggest shifts in the beauty industry — from collapsing legacy brands to luxury expansion and AI disrupting relationships. Drunk Elephant is facing a 65% sales decline under Shiseido after the Sephora kids controversy damaged its brand perception. The once-viral skincare brand has wiped its Instagram and is attempting a reset — but can Drunk Elephant recover? Glossier has laid off one-third of its workforce, raising serious questions about whether the DTC beauty model is over. Is Sephora now essential for survival? We also break down: Cardi B launching Grow Good Beauty and the surge of celebrity haircare brands Hermès officially entering the luxury skincare market Estee Lauder suing Walmart over counterfeit beauty products Ron Lauder being named 900+ times in newly released Epstein files Casey Wasserman stepping back amid Epstein-related fallout The rise of AI dating cafés in New York City OpenAI controversy over adding romantic AI companion features to ChatGPT Sol de Janeiro’s Ulta-exclusive fragrance launch and Gen Z strategy From celebrity beauty brands to luxury skincare expansion, from counterfeit marketplaces to AI girlfriend apps, this episode explores how beauty, business, and technology are colliding in 2026. Beauty is business. Business is power. And power always leaves a paper trail. -------- Follow GlowJob™ Socials: Instagram Youtube GlowJob Website TikTok Shop My Email: hello@glowjobpodcast.com -------- The only podcast to make you hotter AND smarter. GlowJob™ goes beyond the headlines to unpack the business and culture driving the world’s most influential industry… beauty. Hosted by best friends Julia Bellary and Sasa Li, GlowJob dishes on the conversations you actually want to hear — and the ones everyone else is too afraid to start. From celebrity drama to billion-dollar beauty deals, join us as we break down how skincare, makeup, and wellness collide with society, culture, and business. New episodes every MONDAY and THURSDAY
February 19 · 36 min
Is NAD just for Tech Bros?
Is NAD the next true breakthrough in skincare…or just another longevity buzzword? This week on GlowJob, we sit down with Melisse Shaban, CEO of Aramore and former beauty executive at Revlon, Aveda, The Body Shop, Virtue Labs, and L Catterton, to unpack the real science behind NAD, cellular energy, and why longevity is not a trend — it’s a cultural shift. We cover: What NAD actually is (and why your body depends on it) Why skin is a proxy for internal health Science-washing vs real biotechnology in skincare Why topical NAD is different from IV drips and supplements How longevity intersects with muscle, hormones, sleep, and brain health Longevity isn’t about looking 25. It’s about living strong at 85. Beauty is business. Health is power. And longevity starts at the cellular level. -------- Follow GlowJob™ Socials: Instagram Youtube GlowJob Website TikTok Shop My Email: hello@glowjobpodcast.com -------- The only podcast to make you hotter AND smarter. GlowJob™ goes beyond the headlines to unpack the business and culture driving the world’s most influential industry… beauty. Hosted by best friends Julia Bellary and Sasa Li, GlowJob dishes on the conversations you actually want to hear — and the ones everyone else is too afraid to start. From celebrity drama to billion-dollar beauty deals, join us as we break down how skincare, makeup, and wellness collide with society, culture, and business. New episodes every MONDAY and THURSDAY
February 16 · 36 min
Beauty Brands in the Epstein Files
This week’s GlowJob News Roundup is covering the beauty industry stories everyone’s talking about — from founder controversy to billion-dollar brand strategy. We break down Peter Thomas Roth appearing in newly released Epstein files and what reputational risk really means for founder-led skincare brands in today’s consumer economy. When the founder is the brand, can you separate personal scandal from brand trust? We also unpack the viral Olympic investigation involving alleged hyaluronic acid enhancements and what it says about performance loopholes, cosmetic procedures, and competitive advantage in professional sports. Plus in other business news: • Live Tinted raises venture capital from both L’Oréal and Unilever Ventures • The growing Forbes 30 Under 30 fraud pattern in tech and fintech startups • Ballerina Farm pauses raw milk sales after failing safety tests • Estée Lauder fined under Canada’s environmental regulations over PFAS disclosures Tune in every Monday for our weekly Beauty News Roundup. -------- Follow GlowJob™ Socials: Instagram Youtube GlowJob Website TikTok Shop My Email: hello@glowjobpodcast.com -------- The only podcast to make you hotter AND smarter. GlowJob™ goes beyond the headlines to unpack the business and culture driving the world’s most influential industry… beauty. Hosted by best friends Julia Bellary and Sasa Li, GlowJob dishes on the conversations you actually want to hear — and the ones everyone else is too afraid to start. From celebrity drama to billion-dollar beauty deals, join us as we break down how skincare, makeup, and wellness collide with society, culture, and business. New episodes every MONDAY and THURSDAY
February 12 · 42 min
Get to Know Julia & Sasa (Oversharing)
Welcome (or welcome back) to GlowJob — the only podcast to make you hotter and smarter. After celebrating our one-year anniversary, we realized so many new listeners have joined the GlowJob fam… so this episode is a full reintroduction. We’re Julia and Sasa— a skincare marketing executive and a Private Wealth Advisor — who met in esthetician school in Los Angeles and turned our beauty-obsessed text thread into one of the fastest-growing beauty and business podcasts. In this episode, we cover: How GlowJob started in LA (Santa Monica → Silver Lake) Why most beauty podcasts feel like long-form ads East Side vs West Side Los Angeles beauty culture Career pivots (fashion → Goldman Sachs / tech → skincare) Why beauty is political, cultural, and billion-dollar business How to survive a corporate 9–5 without losing your mind The biggest beauty industry gossip right now How to break into the beauty industry (Ulta, MAC, brand-side careers) If you care about skincare, beauty business, entrepreneurship, pop culture, or career growth — this episode is your official entry point into GlowJob. New episodes every Monday (Beauty & Business News Roundup) and Thursday (Deep Dive Interviews & Cultural Commentary). 🎙 Based in Los Angeles 💄 Beauty, Business & Culture 📈 Making you hotter and smarter -------- Follow GlowJob™ Socials: Instagram Youtube GlowJob Website TikTok Shop My Email: hello@glowjobpodcast.com -------- The only podcast to make you hotter AND smarter. GlowJob™ goes beyond the headlines to unpack the business and culture driving the world’s most influential industry… beauty. Hosted by best friends Julia Bellary and Sasa Li, GlowJob dishes on the conversations you actually want to hear — and the ones everyone else is too afraid to start. From celebrity drama to billion-dollar beauty deals, join us as we break down how skincare, makeup, and wellness collide with society, culture, and business. New episodes every MONDAY and THURSDAY
February 9 · 33 min
Huda Kattan Digs Her Own Grave
This week on GlowJob’s Beauty News Roundup, we break down the biggest stories in beauty, business, and pop culture — from founder controversies and celebrity politics to Sephora’s top-selling products and major retail launches. We discuss the backlash surrounding Huda Kattan and founder activism, Nicki Minaj’s public support of Trump’s new financial program, and the growing question: how political should beauty founders and brands be? Plus, we analyze Sephora’s top-selling products of 2025 (Summer Fridays, Tower 28, K18, Kayali, Paula’s Choice + more), sustainable haircare brand Ethique’s expansion into Target, and exciting new launches from By Rosie Jane and Korea’s viral haircare brand UNOVE now arriving at Sephora. -------- Follow GlowJob™ Socials: Instagram Youtube GlowJob Website TikTok Shop My Email: hello@glowjobpodcast.com -------- The only podcast to make you hotter AND smarter. GlowJob™ goes beyond the headlines to unpack the business and culture driving the world’s most influential industry… beauty. Hosted by best friends Julia Bellary and Sasa Li, GlowJob dishes on the conversations you actually want to hear — and the ones everyone else is too afraid to start. From celebrity drama to billion-dollar beauty deals, join us as we break down how skincare, makeup, and wellness collide with society, culture, and business. New episodes every MONDAY and THURSDAY
February 5 · 41 min
Is Being an Influencer Still Worth It in 2026? Here’s the Brutal Truth
Is being an influencer still worth it in 2026... or has the golden era officially ended? This week on GlowJob, we break down the creator economy from day one to now: from early beauty bloggers and YouTube legends like Michelle Phan, to Instagram’s glam era, to TikTok virality, and today’s rise of UGC creators and AI-powered commerce. The industry is now worth hundreds of billions globally, with brands spending $40B+ a year in the U.S. alone — but follower count no longer equals money. Virality doesn’t guarantee income. And the old “get paid to post” model is basically dead. We unpack: • Why Gen Z sees influencing as a full-time career • How FTC rules changed trust forever (ad culture) • The biggest influencer scandals (James Charles, Tati Westbrook, Jeffree Star, Chiara Ferragni) • Why UGC creators with zero followers are out-earning traditional influencers • How TikTok democratized fame • Why brands now care about conversion, not clout Plus, we sit down with Nicole Clay, co-founder of Hue, to talk about how AI, data, and UGC are reshaping how brands sell — and why everyday creators are becoming more valuable than celebrities If you’ve ever thought about becoming a creator — or you’re a brand trying to understand influencer marketing — this is your no-BS breakdown of what actually works now. GlowJob is the beauty podcast that makes you hotter and smarter. -------- Follow GlowJob™ Socials: Instagram Youtube GlowJob Website TikTok Shop My Email: hello@glowjobpodcast.com -------- The only podcast to make you hotter AND smarter. GlowJob™ goes beyond the headlines to unpack the business and culture driving the world’s most influential industry… beauty. Hosted by best friends Julia Bellary and Sasa Li, GlowJob dishes on the conversations you actually want to hear — and the ones everyone else is too afraid to start. From celebrity drama to billion-dollar beauty deals, join us as we break down how skincare, makeup, and wellness collide with society, culture, and business. New episodes every MONDAY and THURSDAY
February 2 · 42 min
Ulta Beauty World Dropped the Ball
SUBMIT A QUESTION TO OUR LISTENER AMA! -------- This week on GlowJob’s News Roundup, we break down the biggest beauty, business, and pop culture headlines shaking the industry. Ulta’s Beauty World event sells out in minutes — but fans are furious after thousands of influencer tickets cut the line. Meanwhile, Sephora partners with Olive Young to bring K-Beauty mainstream, e.l.f. enters fragrance with H&M, and legacy brands like Malin+Goetz and Cover FX shut down stores. Plus: • Hermès allegedly vets clients’ net worth before selling Birkins • TikTok restructures under U.S. ownership and updates data policies • Sydney Sweeney launches a lingerie line • Sundance and Davos relocate to new cities • And Pat McGrath Labs officially files Chapter 11 bankruptcy We cut through the hype and explain what it actually means for founders, creators, and beauty consumers. GlowJob is the only podcast that makes you hotter and smarter — where beauty meets business, every week. -------- Follow GlowJob™ Socials: Instagram Youtube GlowJob Website TikTok Shop My Email: hello@glowjobpodcast.com -------- The only podcast to make you hotter AND smarter. GlowJob™ goes beyond the headlines to unpack the business and culture driving the world’s most influential industry… beauty. Hosted by best friends Julia Bellary and Sasa Li, GlowJob dishes on the conversations you actually want to hear — and the ones everyone else is too afraid to start. From celebrity drama to billion-dollar beauty deals, join us as we break down how skincare, makeup, and wellness collide with society, culture, and business. New episodes every MONDAY and THURSDAY
January 29 · 33 min
2016 Is Back: Full Glam Makeup & Instagram Nostalgia
SUBMIT A QUESTION TO OUR AMA! Theme = Oversharing. We'll answer your questions in a February Episode! In this episode of GlowJob, we unpack why 2016 is suddenly everywhere again — and why millennials can’t stop romanticizing it. Searches for “2016 aesthetic” are up 450% on TikTok, but this isn’t just a trend cycle. Psychologists say nostalgia is a coping mechanism for anxiety — and in an era of burnout, algorithms, AI, and constant pressure to perform, people are craving a time that felt lighter, freer, and more human. We break down what actually defined 2016: peak full-glam beauty, matte foundation, Kylie Lip Kits, and the early rise of Glossier (hello clean girl). We revisit the brands that ruled the decade and which ones quietly fell off. We also break down how different social media felt back then: chronological Instagram feeds, VSCO filters, Snapchat dog ears, and posting just for fun — not for the algorithm. Plus: the shift from loud, maximalist glam to today’s beige “clean girl” aesthetic, what happened to iconic brands like Too Faced and Kat Von D, and why we’re not actually missing the makeup… we’re missing the feeling. If you’ve ever wished the internet felt less curated and a little more unhinged... this one’s for you. -------- Follow GlowJob™ Socials: Instagram Youtube GlowJob Website TikTok Shop My Email: hello@glowjobpodcast.com -------- The only podcast to make you hotter AND smarter. GlowJob™ goes beyond the headlines to unpack the business and culture driving the world’s most influential industry… beauty. Hosted by best friends Julia Bellary and Sasa Li, GlowJob dishes on the conversations you actually want to hear — and the ones everyone else is too afraid to start. From celebrity drama to billion-dollar beauty deals, join us as we break down how skincare, makeup, and wellness collide with society, culture, and business. New episodes every MONDAY and THURSDAY
January 26 · 40 min
Google’s Top Beauty Dupes
SUBMIT A QUESTION TO OUR AMA! Theme = Oversharing. We'll answer your questions in a February Episode! This week on GlowJob’s News Roundup, we break down the biggest stories shaking beauty, business, and culture right now. France officially bans PFAS “forever chemicals” in cosmetics, forcing global beauty brands to reformulate products. Italian influencer Chiara Ferragni avoids jail after the viral Christmas cake charity scandal. Sweetgreen’s stock crashes as the once-trendy $25 salad chain loses relevance. Plus: Google’s most-searched beauty dupes (La Mer, Tatcha, Sol de Janeiro, Chanel, Charlotte Tilbury) and Honest Company exits DTC, Saks Global owes Chanel $136M. In pop culture: Brooklyn Beckham breaks his silence on family drama, DeuxMoi deletes a controversial post about Heated Rivalry star Hudson Williams, and the rise of “dumb rooms” signals tech burnout. If you care about beauty industry business, influencer culture, clean ingredients, and where money is actually moving — this episode connects the dots. -------- Follow GlowJob™ Socials: Instagram Youtube GlowJob Website TikTok Shop My Email: hello@glowjobpodcast.com -------- The only podcast to make you hotter AND smarter. GlowJob™ goes beyond the headlines to unpack the business and culture driving the world’s most influential industry… beauty. Hosted by best friends Julia Bellary and Sasa Li, GlowJob dishes on the conversations you actually want to hear — and the ones everyone else is too afraid to start. From celebrity drama to billion-dollar beauty deals, join us as we break down how skincare, makeup, and wellness collide with society, culture, and business. New episodes every MONDAY and THURSDAY
January 22 · 49 min
Ryan Roth: LaBuBu Grandma & TikTok’s Fav Nepo Baby
In this episode of GlowJob, we sit down with Ryan Roth, Director of Media at Peter Thomas Roth, to unpack the inside scoop of a family-run legacy beauty brand and how his 102-year-old grandmother accidentally became one of TikTok’s biggest icons. Ryan shares how Peter Thomas Roth landed in the very first Sephora, his real-talk thoughts on being a “nepo baby”, and that time Gossip Girl filmed an episode in his family home. And yes—we get the full origin story of LaBuBu Grandma: how a $1,000 shopping trip in Japan ultimately turned Ryan’s 102-year-old grandmother into an internet sensation with tens of millions of views. If you’re building a beauty brand, obsessed with TikTok culture, or curious how old-school skincare adapts to Gen Z… this episode is required listening. -------- Follow GlowJob™ Socials: Instagram Youtube GlowJob Website TikTok Shop My Email: hello@glowjobpodcast.com -------- The only podcast to make you hotter AND smarter. GlowJob™ goes beyond the headlines to unpack the business and culture driving the world’s most influential industry… beauty. Hosted by best friends Julia Bellary and Sasa Li, GlowJob dishes on the conversations you actually want to hear — and the ones everyone else is too afraid to start. From celebrity drama to billion-dollar beauty deals, join us as we break down how skincare, makeup, and wellness collide with society, culture, and business. New episodes every MONDAY and THURSDAY
January 19 · 43 min
Pat McGrath Labs is up for Auction?!
In this week’s GlowJob News Roundup, Julia & Sasa unpack beauty’s biggest shakeups: Pat McGrath’s asset fire sale, why Rare Beauty going to Ulta signals a major shift in Sephora’s power, and Estée Lauder putting Too Faced, Dr. Jart+ and Smashbox up for sale. They also break down Olaplex’s 36% stock surge amid Henkel acquisition rumors, what Saks Fifth Avenue’s Chapter 11 filing really means for beauty brands, Topicals’ newest celebrity investors (Angel Reese). Plus: Equinox’s viral “AI slop” campaign, the rise of live betting on Polymarket/Kalshi, and some unhinged pop culture news — from Spencer Pratt running for LA mayor to Fetty Wap’s early release. -------- Follow GlowJob™ Socials: Instagram Youtube GlowJob Website TikTok Shop My Email: hello@glowjobpodcast.com -------- The only podcast to make you hotter AND smarter. GlowJob™ goes beyond the headlines to unpack the business and culture driving the world’s most influential industry… beauty. Hosted by best friends Julia Bellary and Sasa Li, GlowJob dishes on the conversations you actually want to hear — and the ones everyone else is too afraid to start. From celebrity drama to billion-dollar beauty deals, join us as we break down how skincare, makeup, and wellness collide with society, culture, and business. New episodes every MONDAY and THURSDAY
January 15 · 20 min
Beauty Hall of Shame: Most Embarrassing Flops
In this episode of GlowJob, Julia & Sasa break down the most infamous beauty product flops of the last decade — from Tower 28’s mineral SPF disaster and Kylie Skin’s walnut scrub backlash to Jaclyn Hill’s contaminated lipstick launch and Kim Kardashian’s failed $600 skincare line. We unpack exactly why these launches failed, how poor formulation, lack of testing, celebrity misalignment, and rushed inclusivity destroyed consumer trust — and how much these mistakes actually cost brands in lost revenue, reputation damage, dead stock, and recalls. If you’re building a beauty brand, investing in cosmetics, or just obsessed with the behind-the-scenes of the industry, this episode is your blueprint for what not to do. -------- Follow GlowJob™ Socials: Instagram Youtube GlowJob Website TikTok Shop My Email: hello@glowjobpodcast.com -------- The only podcast to make you hotter AND smarter. GlowJob™ goes beyond the headlines to unpack the business and culture driving the world’s most influential industry… beauty. Hosted by best friends Julia Bellary and Sasa Li, GlowJob dishes on the conversations you actually want to hear — and the ones everyone else is too afraid to start. From celebrity drama to billion-dollar beauty deals, join us as we break down how skincare, makeup, and wellness collide with society, culture, and business. New episodes every MONDAY and THURSDAY