It's Not Pretty

Courtney E. Johnson
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A podcast that gets real about the not so glamorous sides of the modeling industry. Real stories from real people who have experienced the good, the bad, and the ugly of the modeling world. This podcast provides a space to start important conversations about the tougher aspects of a typically idolized career.

Episodes

  1. 05/27/2025

    Ep 8| Sophia Baltz | We're Being Replaced by AI Models

    In today's episode Sophia Baltz tells her inspiring story about staying true to herself in an industry that was constantly trying to change her. Sophia and I also discuss what it means to be a "curve model". We then dive into the hot topic of brands like H&M replacing real models with AI digital twins and what this could mean for the modeling industry. Also, if you like to watch your podcasts, episodes will now be available on the INP Youtube channel, linked below. ⁠⁠⁠https://youtu.be/0_4FPXDwyGI⁠ Read more about H&M's plans for AI models here- https://www.businessoffashion.com/articles/technology/hm-plans-to-use-ai-models/ Listen to the podcast I reference that discusses AI models here- https://open.spotify.com/episode/2dAMQJ2ZAzLYUhbGYJZSit?si=BEVZbtrzR8iU_Apt5eaoPw Sophia's Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/sophiabaltz/?hl=en Follow the podcast on IG and Tik Tok! ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/notprettypodcast/?igsh=MWtteXg0dTVtOHNjNA%3D%3D⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@notprettypod?_t=8rB1L8Tj1rS&_r=1

    49 min

  2. 02/14/2025

    Ep 7 | Spilling the Tea... Only Fans, Relationships, & Sketchy Castings

    We are so back! Thank you guys for patiently waiting out my month long hiatus. We are back in action with a Q & A from your questions on social media. From Only Fans, to past relationships, to a sketchy casting in a storage unit??? Today we are spilling the tea! Also, if you like to watch your podcasts, episodes will now be available on the INP Youtube channel, linked below. ⁠⁠https://youtu.be/0_4FPXDwyGI⁠ Follow the podcast on IG and Tik Tok! ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/notprettypodcast/?igsh=MWtteXg0dTVtOHNjNA%3D%3D⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@notprettypod?_t=8rB1L8Tj1rS&_r=1

    24 min

  3. 12/24/2024

    Ep 6 | I'm Retiring...

    Today's episode is more of a personal one in honor of my 30th birthday and the beginning of a new chapter. First and foremost I talk about why I have decided to take a step away from modeling and my new career venture. I also talk about my struggle with imposter syndrome after 12 years of being in the industry. New episodes out every Monday. Also, if you like to watch your podcasts, episodes will now be available on the INP Youtube channel, linked below. ⁠⁠⁠https://youtu.be/0_4FPXDwyGI⁠⁠ Follow the podcast on IG and Tik Tok! ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/notprettypodcast/?igsh=MWtteXg0dTVtOHNjNA%3D%3D⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@notprettypod?_t=8rB1L8Tj1rS&_r=1

    18 min

  4. 12/17/2024

    Ep 5 | Cherokee Luker | Modeling, Motherhood, & Managing Comparison

    In this episode of It's Not Pretty, I sit down with Cherokee Luker to dive into the realities of motherhood and the modeling industry. We discuss navigating comparison on social media, handling rejection, and how Cherokee rebuilt her confidence after becoming a mom. Also, don't forget to check out Cherokee's podcast, The M.I.L.F Way- details below! New episodes out every Monday. Also, if you like to watch your podcasts, episodes will now be available on the INP Youtube channel, linked below. ⁠⁠https://youtu.be/0_4FPXDwyGI⁠ The M.I.L.F. Way ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/5GgjhqvpeWWjTuJm8IVCC0?si=be35f92b94884896⁠ Cherokee's Socials- https://www.instagram.com/cherokeeluker/?hl=en Follow the podcast on IG and Tik Tok! ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/notprettypodcast/?igsh=MWtteXg0dTVtOHNjNA%3D%3D⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@notprettypod?_t=8rB1L8Tj1rS&_r=1

    49 min

  5. 12/09/2024

    Ep 4 | Exposed Without Consent : Holding Predatory Photographers Accountable

    In this episode, I talk about a serious issue many models face in the industry- being exploited by photographers. I share my experience of a photographer who created a subscription-based website where he shared photos of models, including some explicit and nude images. I share the emotional and legal impact of this situation, and how important it is for us to hold people accountable in this industry. New episodes out every Monday! Also, if you like to watch your podcasts, episodes will now be available on the INP Youtube channel, linked below. ⁠https://youtu.be/0_4FPXDwyGI Follow the podcast on IG and Tik Tok! ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/notprettypodcast/?igsh=MWtteXg0dTVtOHNjNA%3D%3D⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@notprettypod?_t=8rB1L8Tj1rS&_r=1

    17 min

  6. 12/02/2024

    Ep 3 | Kari Riley| Coming Out and Making Content that Connects

    In this episode, I interview my longtime friend in the industry, Kari Riley. We talk about everything from the LA social scene, to promoter apartments, to how coming out affected Kari's career. Kari also gives great advice on how to create content online that ACTUALLY feels genuine. New episodes out every Monday. Also, if you like to watch your podcasts, episodes will now be available on the INP Youtube channel, linked below. ⁠https://youtu.be/0_4FPXDwyGI Kari's socials- https://www.instagram.com/karicassandra/ https://www.tiktok.com/@UCbr11yq4gdLek9DOdsGtgLw https://youtube.com/@karicassandra22?si=sU-lf1xM6ZsbloQE Follow the podcast on IG and Tik Tok! ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/notprettypodcast/?igsh=MWtteXg0dTVtOHNjNA%3D%3D⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@notprettypod?_t=8rB1L8Tj1rS&_r=1

    47 min

  7. 11/25/2024

    Ep 2 | That Time I Got Burned by a Fire Dancer

    Today's episode is a fun little story time about a shoot I did in Mexico that ended in flames... literally. This story is really the epitome of it's not pretty. Also, if you like to watch your podcasts, episodes will now be available on the INP Youtube channel, linked below. https://youtu.be/0_4FPXDwyGI Follow the podcast on IG and Tik Tok! ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/notprettypodcast/?igsh=MWtteXg0dTVtOHNjNA%3D%3D⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@notprettypod?_t=8rB1L8Tj1rS&_r=1

    26 min

  8. 11/18/2024

    Ep 1 | Kylee Dwyer | From Model Apartment Scams, to Crazy Agents, and Everything in Between

    I'm so excited to have my first guest on It's Not Pretty! In this episode I interview one of my first friends in this industry, Kylee Dwyer. Kylee and I started our journey at 17 in Los Angeles the day we met in a model apartment. Since then we have had some wild experiences and learned a lot about ourselves and this industry. New episodes out every Monday. Kylee's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kylee.dwyer/?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA%3D%3D Follow the podcast on IG and Tik Tok! ⁠https://www.instagram.com/notprettypodcast/?igsh=MWtteXg0dTVtOHNjNA%3D%3D⁠ ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@notprettypod?_t=8rB1L8Tj1rS&_r=1

    46 min

  9. 11/06/2024

    Ep 0 | Welcome to "It's Not Pretty"

    Welcome to "It's Not Pretty", a podcast that gets real about the not-so-glamorous side of the modeling industry. In this introduction to the series I talk about my background in modeling, what inspired the podcast, and what future episodes will entail. New episodes out every Monday. Follow the podcast on IG and Tik Tok! https://www.instagram.com/notprettypodcast/?igsh=MWtteXg0dTVtOHNjNA%3D%3D https://www.tiktok.com/@notprettypod?_t=8rB1L8Tj1rS&_r=1

    8 min
  • 9 Episodes

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About

A podcast that gets real about the not so glamorous sides of the modeling industry. Real stories from real people who have experienced the good, the bad, and the ugly of the modeling world. This podcast provides a space to start important conversations about the tougher aspects of a typically idolized career.

Information

  • Creator
    Courtney E. Johnson
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Courtney E. Johnson
  • Show Website
    It's Not Pretty