GlowJob

GlowJob Podcast

GlowJob is the beauty podcast that makes you hotter and smarter. Hosted by best friends Julia Bellary and Sasa Li, GlowJob breaks down the business, drama, and pop culture shaping beauty today — from billion-dollar brand moves to celebrity scandals. With humor, data, and unapologetic candor, the duo decode how skincare, makeup, and wellness collide with money, media, and modern womanhood. New episodes every MONDAY and THURSDAY

  1. Would you go on an AI Date?

    2 DAYS AGO

    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

    39 min
  2. Is NAD just for Tech Bros?

    6 DAYS AGO

    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

    37 min
  3. Beauty Brands in the Epstein Files

    16 FEB

    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

    37 min
  4. Get to Know Julia & Sasa (Oversharing)

    12 FEB

    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

    43 min
  5. Is Being an Influencer Still Worth It in 2026? Here’s the Brutal Truth

    5 FEB

    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

    42 min
  6. Ulta Beauty World Dropped the Ball

    2 FEB

    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

    43 min
  7. 2016 Is Back: Full Glam Makeup & Instagram Nostalgia

    29 JAN

    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

    33 min

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GlowJob is the beauty podcast that makes you hotter and smarter. Hosted by best friends Julia Bellary and Sasa Li, GlowJob breaks down the business, drama, and pop culture shaping beauty today — from billion-dollar brand moves to celebrity scandals. With humor, data, and unapologetic candor, the duo decode how skincare, makeup, and wellness collide with money, media, and modern womanhood. New episodes every MONDAY and THURSDAY

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