10/31/2025

On Beauty, Part 2: with Priya Rao, Executive Editor of The Business of Beauty at The Business of Fashion

Welcome to Episode 10 of The Luxury Meets…Podcast! “On Beauty, Part 2” with Priya Rao, Executive Editor of The Business of Beauty at The Business of Fashion. Are We in The Beauty Industry's "Flop Era?" We wrap up Season 1 of The Luxury Meets…Podcast with an inspiring and deeply insightful conversation between host Jed Wexler and Priya Rao, Executive Editor of The Business of Beauty at The Business of Fashion — one of the industry’s most respected voices in global beauty, wellness, and culture journalism. A veteran editor and journalist, Priya has held senior roles at Vanity Fair, Harper’s Bazaar, and Glossy. She’s known for her award-winning coverage of the intersection of beauty, culture, and commerce — and for her acclaimed Unfair podcast, one of Apple’s top recommended series. Follow her work at https://www.businessoffashion.com/topics/beauty/ Jed and Priya explore how beauty and wellness have merged into one powerful ecosystem — from CBD skincare and longevity science to AI ethics, inclusivity, and the new realities of “biohacking beauty.” Plus: The $700M sale of Touchland — and how a simple hand sanitizer became a collectible luxury. Hailey Bieber’s skincare brand Rhode Skin's recent acquisition by E.l.f Beauty for $1B after just 3 years in business and an astonishing $212m in net sales — and what that says about authenticity, marketing, and modern celebrity brands. Why The Business of Beauty dubbed this moment “Beauty’s Flop Era” — and what that really means. "Black beauty is not a trend," Priya Rao Priya also reflects on her groundbreaking podcast Unfair, which exposed the global skin-lightening crisis — and how performative diversity in beauty remains an unfinished conversation. And she shares powerful insights on how social media and AI are reshaping standards of beauty — for better and for worse — and what the industry must do to protect authenticity and mental health. Season 1 is a Wrap! Thank You And with that…Season 1 of The Luxury Meets…Podcast is officially a wrap! Thank you to this season's 31 guests - from the business-famous to the famous-famous, as well as a host of visionary founders. And our 21 sponsors (wow). Over the past 10 episodes, we’ve uncovered so much more than just trends, which, by nature, come and go — these are true paradigm shifts across an array of categories in wellness, business, and culture. Thanks to Our Incredible Team: Executive Production: Brit Smith Sound Design & Mixing: Karma Auger, Studio1LA Visual Design: Sur Keath Moon, Secret Club Studio Hosted by Jed Wexler, CEO of LMCC — The Business Platform for Wellbeing: a podcast, events, and coming this holiday season, our first-ever luxury product. Learn More at www.LMCCShow.com In the meantime, Stay Tuned for Season 2. Thanks again for joining us.

32 min

09/10/2025

Beverage Superstars, Part 2: From Snoop Dogg’s Tonic to Women-led Startups: 6 candid founder stories, 1 mega episode!

Welcome to Episode 9 of The Luxury Meets..Podcast…Beverage Superstars, Part 2! It’s Official — Everyone’s stopped drinking alcohol, right? Or did they? In today’s mega podcast — with 6 founder interviews! — host Jed Wexler discusses the multibillion dollar THC-beverage phenomenon (projected to be $117B worldwide by 2032) with the man behind Snoop Dogg’s and Wayne Coyne of The Flaming Lips’ beverage brands, 3 women drink brand founders, the top retailer in the space — as well as a new alcohol brand born and bred in NYC! …….And our first ever RECIPE DEMO (Go to 2:32:41) Hear from our guests: Interview #1: Literally Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About THC-Infused Bevs (Go to 5:20) Diana Eberlein: Chair, Coalition for Adult Beverage Alternatives, & Chief External Affairs Officer, Vertosa. Diana might know more than anyone about the rapidly exploding THC beverage market, its key players, top trends, and the regulatory landscape Interview #2: From Grassroots to the Big Time: A Woman-Led Beverage Brand Takes Flight (Go to 39:00) Kaitlin Murphy, Co-Founder, Anytime Seltzer. Kaitlin Murphy of Anytime Seltzer shares her keys to growing and promoting a fast-growing indie brand while not racing towards an exit Interview 3: “To Celebrity or Not To Celebrity?: That’s the (Beverage) Question (Go to 1:14:13) Evan Eneman, Co-Founder & CEO Iconic Tonics and Founder & CEO, Harmony Craft Beverages. A fireside chat with the man behind Snoop Dogg’s and Wayne Coyne of Flaming Lips’ THC beverage brands, Evan Eneman Interview #4: Innovative Food Scientist Launches a Category Sensation (Go to 2:07:08) Breanna Neff, Founder & Chief Food Scientist of Brelixi Interview 4 features Breanna Neff, Founder & Chief Food Scientist of Brelixi who back in 2023 just may have created the portable on-the-go drink mix and “functional mocktail” trend that everyone is talking about right now… A SHORT RECIPE DEMO! (Go to 2:32:41) And a short and extremely delicious functional beverage recipe demo with Brelixi’s Breanna Neff! Interview #5: The (Retail) Godfather Speaks (Go to 2:37:25) Jon Halper, Owner/CEO, Top Ten Liquors Adult beverage retail visionary Jon Halper, Owner & CEO of Top Ten Liquors joins the conversation! With 15 locations in and around Minneapolis, Minnesota, Top Ten Liquors sells beer, wine, alcohol, and THC-beverages. Jon might also unofficially be known as the Godfather of THC-infused beverages at retail. Interview #6: “You Talkin’ to Me?” Mother’s Milk: A New York Alcohol (Brand) Story (Go to 3:08:57) Jennifer Roman-Matito and Kristie Kish, Co-Founders, Mother’s Milk People still like to “drink” right? These next two female founders — and native New Yorkers — wrote the book on how to roll out a beverage brand locally first (and shared a few of their super secret places to go in NYC). Thanks to Our Incredible Sponsors: A very special thank you to these amazing founder-led brands — click the links below for a great discount code for each too: Happi Happi is an all-natural hemp-derived THC-infused seltzer brand with stunningly good flavors such as Blood Orange Ginger, Raspberry Honeysuckle, Lime Wild Mint, and Mango Sweet Basil. To Find Your Happi visit www.happihourdrink.com and enter code LMCC25 for a 25% discount Klaus Klaus is a ready-to-drink infused cocktails brand by legendary, famed master mixologist Warren Bobrow (and author of the bestselling book “Cannabis Cocktails, Mocktails, & Tonics!”) Klaus is a true artisanal, functional, cannabis beverage with the best ingredients and incredible flavor notes: spicy ginger, zesty lime puree, dollops of piquant mirin vinegar, the finest fruit extracts — and so many others. Visit drinkklaus.com/luxury and use code LMCC20 for 20% off at checkout. Bee’s Knees Wellness And finally, thank you to Bee’s Knees Wellness — they just launched their limited edition “Beezy Snaps” which are designed with portability, customization, and fun in mind — a discreet, alcohol-free way to boost any beverage without the calories, cans, or hangover. Visit www.beesknees-wellness.com and enter code LMCC20 for 20% off at checkout when you shop Beezy Snaps (before they sell out) as well as their full collection of hemp-derived tinctures, sleep + wellness gummies, and more. To Sponsor Our Podcast: sponsor@lmccshow.com Season 1 is Almost a Wrap! Subscribe & Follow: FOLLOW “Luxury Meets…” wherever you listen to your podcasts, on Instagram @LMCCShow and LinkedIn so you don’t miss the final episode of Season 1: Luxury Meets…On Beauty, Part 2” Jed’s conversation with one of the world’s top beauty editors, Priya Rao, Executive Editor at The Business of Beauty at The Business of Fashion — a deep dive into trends, brands, wellness, and career journeys. We Love our Team Executive Produced by: Brit Smith, Different Leaf Studios Mixed & Edited by: Karma Auger, Studio1LA Visual Design by: Sur Keath Moon, Secret Club Studio LMCC Conference:The Luxury Meets…Podcast is an extension of our award-winning B2B luxury wellness + beauty event experience, LMCC — and the only one of its kind anywhere in the world. Get on our global waitlist HERE

3h 41m

05/28/2025

Community, A Love Story — From Self-Care to Community Care, A Mega Trend Emerges (4 Riveting Conversations)

Welcome to episode 8 of The Luxury Meets..Podcast…Community, A Love Story! Four conversations with an incredible group of retail, brand, and culture leaders spearheading the global movement around a more individual, personalized approach to health and wellness — the days of “one size fits all” are over — while finding business success by prioritizing the communities they serve. How do they do it? Join host Jed Wexler as he and his guests discuss the movement from Self-care to Community Care — we’ll take you across the U.S., from Los Angeles to Charleston, South Carolina all the way to Williamsburg, Brooklyn Hear from our guests: Interview 1: A Spinal Cord Injury, An Epiphany (Go to 5:26) Kyle Paradiso, CEO Sleepy Bear This former Army Ranger suffered a severe spinal cord injury jumping out of planes and channeled his passion for educating other veterans on the use of THC and CBD instead of opioids — into creating an award-winning wellness brand in the processAlong with April Segal, Founder, Remedy Holistic Pharmacy Remedy is on the leading edge of a new wave of “holistic pharmacies” combining the best of modern science, traditional medications, retail, and herbal wisdom Interview 2: Losing (Nearly) Everything Redefines A Professional Life (Go to 45:36) Alexandra Van Iden: Co-Founder of PRISMATICS A chat with the co-founder of a groundbreaking communications + strategy agency based in L.A. known for their amazing, viral trend reports on tastemaker+wellness culture. Alexandra also shares what she gained by losing (nearly) everything in the L.A. fires Interview 3: A Spa for Your DNA in Los Angeles (Go to 1:06:25) Dr. Katelyn Lehman, Co-Founder of Quantum Clinic a new "Spa for your DNA" with a preventative approach to mental health based in Los Angeles — featured in Goop, Vogue, and others — that helps communities heal from burnout and most recently from the L.A. fires. With a thriving retail space too Interview 4: A Third Space Grows in Brooklyn (Go to 1:34:42) Micaéla Verrelien and Christopher Sidwell, Co-Founders, Sweet Fire Café & Studio. Finally in interview 4 host Jed Wexler welcomes partners in business and life Christopher Sidwell & beauty/lifestyle influencer Micaéla Verrelien co-founders of Sweetfire Cafe & Studio in Williamsburg Brooklyn — a vegan cafe & bakery, a podcast studio, and a beautiful space designed to bring people together and host A-tier collaborations like those with L’Oreal, Shea Moisture, Hulu, Shonda Rhimes, and many others. Thanks to Our Incredible Sponsors: Kerwell. Visit www.Kerwellness.com to shop The Kerwell Collection — their premium, award-winning line of CBD wellness products created for sleep, stress, pain, and more — use code LMCC20 for 20% off The Kerwell Collection at checkout.Brelixi: Experience Brelixi’s multifunctional wellness drink mixes for yourself! Visit brelixi.com and receive 15% of your first order when you subscribe to their email list. MĀSK Skin + Body: Visit www.maskskincare.com and enter code LMCC20 for 20% off at checkout — check out their groundbreaking, plant-based skincare formulas, face serums, and sheet masks all created to comfort and nurture healthy, radiant skin of all types. Sleepy Bear: Lastly, Kyle and his team from Sleepy Bear wanted to give our listeners something really special — head over to www.SleepyBearGummies.com and use code “LMCC20” and receive 20% off at checkout. Want to Sponsor Our Podcast? Get in touch: sponsor@lmccshow.com Each episode is promoted widely across LMCC's extensive marketing channels ~ 30,000 recipients for each release — retailers, editorial press, category influencers, hospitality execs, brands, investors, and business-meets-wellness enthusiasts. Subscribe & Follow The “Luxury Meets…Podcast” wherever you listen to your podcasts, on Instagram @LMCCShow and LinkedIn so you don’t miss our next 2 episodes: Luxury Meets…”Beverage Superstars, Part 2: Celebrity Brands” and “On Beauty, Part 2” Jed’s conversation with one of the world’s top beauty editors — a deep dive into trends, brands, wellness, and career journeys. Tune in to stay informed on key wellness trends, macro and micro. We Love our Team: Executive Produced by: Brit Smith, Different Leaf StudiosMixed & Edited by: Karma Auger, Studio1LA Visual Design by: Sur Keath Moon, Secret Club Studio The Luxury Meets…Podcast is an extension of our award-winning B2B luxury wellness + beauty event experience, LMCC — and the only one of its kind anywhere in the world. Get on our global waitlist HERE

2h 3m

02/11/2025

Culinary Conversations: Iron Chef Winner Beats Burnout, Cooks Up Modern Wellness Brand

Welcome to Episode 7; Luxury Meets…Culinary Life-changing moments, stunning culinary career transformations. In this episode host Jed Wexler talks to the leaders of a new breed of modern culinary companies leading with wellness, CBD, and even Cannabis…and transforming how we all come together in the process. Hear from our guests: Interview #1: Greg Bernhardt, Head Chef of Black Dahlia Botanicals For over 15 years, chef Greg Bernhardt was a staple in Los Angeles’ bustling culinary scene responsible for some of L.A.’s most impactful Michelin-starred restaurants such as Patina, Trois Mec, Ludo Bites, Church & State, and Paley. He also won Iron Chef.Then one day he had the mother of all life-changing a-ha moments while stuck in L.A. traffic. Greg discusses how burnout and his mental health epiphany started him on his own personal and professional wellness journey — and how in the process co-created a groundbreaking new category of lifestyle-meets CBD confections brand. You’re also going to love his love-letter to L.A. cuisine. Follow Greg and Black Dahlia Botanicals Website Instagram (Black Dahlia) Instagram (Darkhardt) Interview #2: Nicola & James Stephenson, Co-Founders, oHHo These partners in life and in business went from owning one of the buzziest restaurants in London’s Covent Garden as well as an agency serving global clients such as Tiffany & Co, Peloton, The United Nations, Pat McGrath, Microsoft and LVMH… to founding a full-fledged, wellness-forward luxury lifestyle food & beverage company of the future…And a partnership with the (RED) foundation (founded by Bono). What exactly inspired them? Tune in to this incredible fireside chat and find out. Follow oHHo Website - experience their CBD and Cannabis wellness offerings across chocolate, hot chocolate, beverages, edibles, and so much more. Instagram ------------- Thanks to Our Incredible Sponsors: Happi An amazing all-natural, hemp-derived THC-infused seltzer brand. To find your Happi visit www.happihourdrink.com and enter code LMCC25 for a 25% discount: You can also get Happi at these fine stores: Binny's in Chicago, Top Ten Liquors in Minnesota, and Total Wine in Houston, Georgia, Kansas, St. Louis, Tennessee, & Wisconsin. Upstate Mary A sexual wellness brand with a luxurious collection of CBD-infused plant-powered intimacy essentials. Visit https://upstatemary.com/ and use Code LMCC20 for 20% off checkout. Upstate Mary is Female grown and Women owned — created by founders with a vision to foster conversations and community around female wellness and intimacy. Black Dahlia Lastly, Greg and his team from Black Dahlia wanted to give our listeners something really special for Valentine’s Day and beyond — Visit blackdahlia.co and check out their chef-made confections, Chocolate Bonbons, Lollipops, Gelees, candles, and even fragrances — receive 20% off when you visit blackdahlia.co and enter LMCC20 at checkout. Sponsor the Podcast: Get in touch sponsor@lmccshow.com Each episode is promoted widely across LMCC's extensive marketing channels ~ 30,000 recipients for each release — retailers, editorial press, category influencers, hospitality execs, brands, investors, and business-meets-wellness enthusiasts. Our Hearts are with Los Angeles Greg and his family are lifelong Angelenos and ask that you donate to the Los Angeles ASPCA if you can to support animals displaced by the L.A. fires. Subscribe & Follow “Luxury Meets…” wherever you listen to your podcasts, on Instagram @LMCCShow and LinkedIn so you don’t miss our next bunch of episodes: Luxury Meets…Retail Leaders - The Rise of Social Wellness Spaces, Our Love-Letter to Los Angeles, Sexual Wellness, and Beverage Superstars Part 2! We Love our Team Executive Produced by: Brit Smith, Different Leaf Studios Mixed & Edited by: Karma Auger, Studio1LA Visual Design by: Sur Keath Moon, Secret Club Studio LMCC Conference: The Luxury Meets…Podcast is an extension of our award-winning B2B luxury wellness event experience, LMCC — and the only one of its kind anywhere in the world. Get on our global waitlist HERE Disclaimer: by listening to this episode you acknowledge that your are 21+

1h 25m

12/23/2024

On Beauty, Part 1: with Brian Underwood, Beauty Director of Women’s Health, "Solve this Problem First!"

In this episode host Jed Wexler talks to Brian Underwood, Beauty & Wellness Director of Women's Health — one of the largest health and wellness brands in media —kicking off our new, "On Beauty" series! Brian is an award-winning journalist — he previously served as beauty and wellness director at Oprah Daily and has interviewed everyone from Meg The Stallion, Jennifer Garner, Kristen Bell, and many others, and is a driving force behind the Women’s Health Skincare Awards. He has also graced our LMCC conference stage with top execs from Ulta Beauty, Thirteen Lune, JCPenney, Frederic Fekkai, August, and others. We discuss: How brands can capture and keep an editor’s attentionThe keys to effective storytellingFavorite Products and how to use them: Bodycare, Haircare, Face: Moisturizer/Cleanser Fragrance, Sunscreen (!), Makeup, Women’s WellnessHow he landed his first big job at Oprah DailyBrian’s “Fran Drescher Moment”The importance of creating personal ritualsWhat ever happened to CBD Skincare? Thanks to our Incredible Sponsors: Upstate Mary: A sexual wellness brand with a luxurious collection of CBD-infused plant-powered intimacy essentials. Visit https://upstatemary.com/ and use Code LMCC20 for 20% off checkout.Upstate Mary is Female grown and Women owned — created by founders with a vision to foster conversations and community around female wellness and intimacy. Sleepy Bear: Recently named US Weekly’s #1, “Best CBD Brand in America,” this trusted brand of gummies is crafted with unique formulas for everything from sleep, daytime wellness, menstrual support, and deep relaxation. Head over to www.SleepyBearGummies.com and use code “LMCC20” and receive 20% off at checkout. Mary & Jane: Mary & Jane is a women-owned wellness brand renowned for its almost-always sold out “Sunny” microdose hemp-derived edibles, called “melts” — with just 1mg of THC and a slew of plant ingredients designed to provide subtle yet targeted effects. Visit shopmaryandjane.com/ and enter code LMCC2025 for 25% off your first purchase. Mary & Jane products are also available at select retailers including: Clean Market, Pop Up Grocer, and Alchemist’s Kitchen. LMCC Conference: An award-winning B2B wellness event experience — and the only one of its kind anywhere in the world. Get on our global waitlist HERE To Sponsor this Podcast: sponsor@lmccshow.com Inspirations: One of our inspirations in starting this podcast series is Irish poet and philosopher John O’Donahue who has written extensively on the inner landscape of beauty — he insisted on beauty as a human calling. He said: “Beauty isn’t all just about nice loveliness. Beauty is about a more rounded, substantial becoming... Beauty in that sense is about an emerging fullness, a greater sense of grace and elegance, a deeper sense of depth — a kind of homecoming for the enriched memory of your unfolding life.” — John O’Donahue Subscribe & Follow “Luxury Meets…” wherever you listen to your podcasts, on Instagram @LMCCShow and LinkedIn so you don’t miss Episode 7, Luxury Meets…Culinary — featuring an L.A. chef responsible for some of the buzziest Michelin-starred restaurants in Los Angeles, and how CBD changed everything. Plus very special guests. Executive Produced by: Brit Smith, Different Leaf Studios Mixed & Edited by: Karma Auger, Studio1LA Visual Design by: Sur Keath Moon, Secret Club Studio

50 min

11/22/2024

Talk Show Host Ricki Lake and Lex Corwin Launch a New Brand! Share Tips on Building an Authentic Brand and A Loyal Following

Host Jed Wexler talks to Ricki Lake, talk-show host, acclaimed actor (“Hairspray”), and documentary filmmaker (“The Business of Being Born”) — and Lex Corwin, CEO of Stone Road, about their new cannabis collaboration, women’s health, and so much more. Hear from our guests: Ricki Lake Lex Corwin, CEO & Founder, Stone Road We discuss: The launch of their new Cannabis brand together Ricki’s 2008 documentary, “The Business of Being Born”The path from talk show host to women's health pioneer & consumer advocateLex Corwin’s Stone Road, “the industry’s sexiest Cannabis brand” Authenticity — the key to building a brandRicki’s journey from “Just Say No” to fully embracing Cannabis as medicine Thanks to Our Sponsors: Black Dahlia Botanicals: Visit blackdahlia.co to experience their handmade confections, chocolate bonbons, lollipops, gelees, candles, and fragrances — receive 20% off when you visit blackdahlia.co and enter LMCC20 at checkout. Jade Stone Branding: A full-service cannabis branding and creative agency specializing in high-end, luxury design. Schedule a meeting with them HERE and learn how to make your brand unforgettable. Kerwell: This episode is also generously supported by Kerwell! The Kerwell Collection is a premium line of award-winning CBD wellness products created for sleep, stress, pain, and more. Visit www.Kerwellness.com and use code LMCC20 for 20% off their Kerwell Collection at checkout thru the holidays! (...and see for yourself why The Daily Beast is obsessed with their products) LMCC Conference: The only B2B wellness event experience of its kind anywhere in the world. Get on our global waitlist HERE To Sponsor this Podcast: Get in touch and get in front of your audience this holiday season (and beyond) sponsor@lmccshow.com Subscribe & Follow “Luxury Meets…” wherever you listen to your podcasts, on Instagram @LMCCShow and LinkedIn so you don’t miss Episode 6, the official launch of our “On Beauty” series featuring the world’s top beauty editors/directors and category influencers sharing their personal and professional journeys, favorite products — and trends too. Executive Produced by: Brit Smith, Different Leaf Studios Mixed & Edited by: Karma Auger, Studio1LA Visual Design by: Sur Keath Moon, Secret Club Studio

39 min

10/02/2024

Beverage Superstars, Part 1: Category Creators — Cann (Backed by Gwyneth Paltrow), Happi, and MXXN

This episode, host Jed Wexler talks to 3 category-defining founders at the helm of the most influential THC-infused, non-alcoholic, and functional wellness beverage brands in the world. Discover why this cultural and category phenomenon is not only here to stay but just might be overtaking beer, wine, and big alcohol in the process. Get in touch: sponsor@lmccshow.com Hear from our guests: Interview 1: Jake Bullock, Co-Founder, CannCann is the #1-selling cannabis beverage in the U.S. – backed by top consumer and celebrity investors like Gwyneth Paltrow, Rebel Wilson, Ruby Rose, Baron Davis, Tove Lo and many others. We discuss: the non-alcoholic and THC-infused beverage phenomenonwhy smaller doses mean greater returnhow this category is transforming how people everywhere socializemainstream partnerships with Barstool Sports and World Pickleball Tournament“If you can buy a beer, you should be able to buy Cann.” Interview 2: Lisa Hurwitz, President, HappiHappi is an award-winning women-owned and led, all-natural hemp-derived THC-infused seltzer and functional wellness beverage brand founded by former global CPG executives. We discuss: people are drinking less alcohol - why? (Hint: it’s about health and wellness)the keys to succeeding in the N/A and infused beverage categoryovercoming challenges as women-foundersthe explosion of E-commerce (a.k.a. why privacy is still important)the hospitality and grocery stores opportunity“We’re in this amazing cultural and regulatory moment.” Interview 3: Darnell Smith, Founder, MXXNMXXN (pronounced “Moon”) is an ultra-premium cannabis-infused non-alcoholic spirits brand – a one-to-one replacement for traditional spirits and crafted, flavorful cocktails. We discuss: “The one thing that is for certain is that the consumer wants this.” keys to business success? The importance of category-building firstwhat it means to follow the datasuccessfully navigating uncertainty in an ever-changing legal environmentcreating a standout luxury N/A “mixology” brand Our Sponsors: Jade Stone Branding - A full-service cannabis branding and creative agency specializing in high-end, luxury design. Visit https://www.jadestonebranding.com/lmcc now to begin the application process of becoming a Jade Stone client yourself. Happi - A collection of infused seltzers made for any occasion with award-winning flavors all made with real fruit juice and 0% alcohol – visit happihourdrink.com and use code LMCC20 for 20% off at checkout. LMCC Conference - The only B2B event of its kind anywhere in the world. Visit LMCCShow.com to add yourself to the global waitlist for the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming award-winning, in-person events. To Sponsor this podcast sponsor@lmccshow.com Follow “Luxury Meets…” wherever you listen to your podcasts and on Instagram @LMCCShow so you don’t miss Episode 5 featuring two amazing guests – that you most certainly will all know – who are at the forefront of modern wellness. Executive Produced by: Brit Smith, Different Leaf Studios Mixed & Edited by: Karma Auger, Studio1LA Visual Design by: Sur Keath Moon, Secret Club Studio

1h 16m

08/23/2024

Retail Leaders: Women at the Helm — Walgreens' Director of Wellness and President of The Travel Agency: A Cannabis Store

It's the kick off to our “Retail Leaders” series! Host Jed Wexler talks to two incredible women at the forefront of Health & Wellness Retail. Hear from our guests: Leigha Dunbar, Senior Director/Senior Divisional Merchandise Manager, Walgreens We discuss: Leigha’s personal journey & keys to her professional success How brands can be successful at retail stores Wellness product trends right now What it means to “bring your full self” to your work The importance of mentorship (and how to find one) Then hear from: Arana Hankin-Biggers, President & Co-Founder, of The Travel Agency: A Cannabis Store We discuss: Arana’s unique corporate background & influence Why this is a “Once in a lifetime Opportunity” to build legacy wealth Supporting BIPOC communities through opening stores Opening a Retail Store 101 BIPOC and Women-owned Brands Product trends: top selling products *And we answer the question: How do you invite luxury into your life? **Follow our guests on LinkedIn: Leigha Dunbar: LinkedIn Arana Hankin-Biggers: LinkedIn Thanks to Our Sponsors: Jade Stone Branding; A full-service cannabis branding and creative agency specializing in high-end, luxury design. Visit jadestonebranding.com/lmcc now to begin the application process of becoming a Jade Stone client yourself. Black Dahlia Botanicals: Visit blackdahlia.co to experience their handmade confections, Chocolate Bonbons, Lollipops, Gelees, candles, and fragrances — receive 20% off when you enter LMCC20 at checkout. Happi: A collection of infused seltzers made for any occasion with award-winning flavors — all made with real fruit juice, 0% alcohol – visit happihourdrink.com and use code LMCC20 for 20% off at checkout. To sponsor this podcast, email us at sponsor@lmccshow.com SUBSCRIBE wherever you listen so you don’t miss Episode 4, Luxury Meets…Beverage Superstars featuring 3 category-defining CEOs at the helm of the most successful infused, non-alcoholic, and functional wellness beverage brands in the world. Hear first hand why this cultural and category phenomenon is not only here to stay but just might be overtaking beer, wine, and big alcohol in the process. Follow us on social @LMCCShow and visit LMCCShow.com and subscribe for a chance to win a golden ticket to one of our award-winning events. Executive Produced by: Brit Smith, Different Leaf Studios Mixed & Edited by: Karma Auger, Studio1LA Visual Design by: Sur Keath Moon, Secret Club Studio

57 min

07/30/2024

An Editor’s Roundtable - Food & Wine, Bon Appétit, Beauty Independent, Condé Nast Traveler Talk Trends!

Host Jed Wexler talks to 3 pioneering journalists about what’s really happening in food, wine, beauty, wellness, hospitality, and culture. Hear from our guests: Oset Babür-Winter -- Senior Drinks Editor, Food & Wine @Baburoset Chala June -- Writer & Cultural Artist, Bon Appétit, Condé Nast Traveller @Chala.gram Claire McCormack -- Senior Editor, Beauty Independent @Clairemcmack **Tune in as we discuss** The intersection of culinary, cannabis, and Michelin chefs The non-alcoholic and infused beverage phenomenon Wellness, Beauty, and Food product trends Brands were loving right now Black-owned cannabis brands The power of food and cannabis to connect cultures Rethinking global experiences around hospitality & making people feel truly welcome And we answer the question: How do you invite luxury into your life? A special thanks to our sponsor for today's episode, Black Dahlia Botanicals. Visit blackdahlia.co to experience their gorgeous handmade confections, Chocolate Bonbons, Lollipops, Gelees, candles, and fragrances — receive 20% off when you visit blackdahlia.co and enter LMCC20 at checkout. To sponsor this podcast or an LMCC event email sponsor@lmccshow.com And subscribe wherever you listen so you don’t miss Episode 3: Luxury Meets…Retail Follow us @LMCCShow and visit LMCCShow.com and subscribe for a chance to win a golden ticket to one of our award-winning events. Executive Produced by: Brit Smith, Different Leaf Studios Mixed & Edited by: Karma Auger, Studio1LA Visual Design by: Sur Keath Moon, Secret Club Studio

41 min

06/12/2024

Adweek's CEO Will Lee (And His Brilliant Team) Discuss The Future of Media, Content & Storytelling

Hear from the brilliant team from Adweek about the future of content, ad campaigns, events, and yes... even cannabis Host Jed Wexler talks to guests: - Will Lee, CEO of Adweek - Sami Lambert, Director of Social Media at Adweek - Terry Stanley, Senior Editor at Adweek **Tune in as we discuss:** - The evolving landscape of content creation and the “creator economy” - The most innovative ad campaigns - The future of events in the digital age - The intersection of cannabis and advertising **Connect with them:** - Follow Will Lee, Sami Lambert, and Terry Stanley on LinkedIn - Follow Adweek across social media @Adweek And subscribe wherever you're listening so you don't miss for Episode 2 featuring an editor’s roundtable with three pioneering journalists discussing what’s really happening in food, wine, beauty, wellness, and culture Follow us @LMCCShow, visit LMCCShow.com and subscribe for a chance to win a golden ticket to one of our award-winning events A special thanks to our official launch partner, Riverside Executive Produced by: Brit Smith, Different Leaf Studios Mixed & Edited by: Karma Auger, Studio1LA Visual Design by: Sur Keath Moon, Secret Club Studio

43 min

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On Beauty, Part 2: with Priya Rao, Executive Editor of The Business of Beauty at The Business of Fashion

Beverage Superstars, Part 2: From Snoop Dogg’s Tonic to Women-led Startups: 6 candid founder stories, 1 mega episode!

Community, A Love Story — From Self-Care to Community Care, A Mega Trend Emerges (4 Riveting Conversations)

Culinary Conversations: Iron Chef Winner Beats Burnout, Cooks Up Modern Wellness Brand

On Beauty, Part 1: with Brian Underwood, Beauty Director of Women’s Health, "Solve this Problem First!"

Talk Show Host Ricki Lake and Lex Corwin Launch a New Brand! Share Tips on Building an Authentic Brand and A Loyal Following

Beverage Superstars, Part 1: Category Creators — Cann (Backed by Gwyneth Paltrow), Happi, and MXXN

Retail Leaders: Women at the Helm — Walgreens' Director of Wellness and President of The Travel Agency: A Cannabis Store

An Editor’s Roundtable - Food & Wine, Bon Appétit, Beauty Independent, Condé Nast Traveler Talk Trends!

Adweek's CEO Will Lee (And His Brilliant Team) Discuss The Future of Media, Content & Storytelling

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