Blamo! | Exploring Fashion with the People Who Shape It show

Blamo! | Exploring Fashion with the People Who Shape It

Summary: Designers, creative directors, actors, athletes: Blamo! explores the world of fashion with the people who shape it. Each week, founder Jeremy Kirkland speaks with a different guest about their journey through their career and outlook on the future.

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 S02E14: Simon Crompton (Permanent Style) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:06:31

My guest this week is Simon Crompton. What do you get when a detail-oriented journalist creates a menswear site where trousers are reviewed like the latest tech gadget and suit construction is documented with the reverence normally reserved for Italian Renaissance sculpture? The answer is the acclaimed menswear blog Permanent Style, and its founder Simon Crompton is my guest this week. Simon and I discussed the values of bespoke clothing, “rules” of classic menswear, and the psyche of the male peaco

 S02E13: Kevin Rose | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 58:11

My guest this week is technology investor and serial entrepreneur, Kevin Rose. Kevin and I spoke about his career building Digg.com, working for Google Ventures and his time as CEO of HODINKEE. Last but not least Kevin shared his thoughts on the future of technology in health, biohacking and what it means to make the most of your time in a busy world. Kevin Rose https://about.me/kevinrose Follow Kevin on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kevinrose/

 S02E12: Tommy Ton | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 59:43

My guest this week is the photographer and visual journalist, Tommy Ton. Tommy and I spoke about photography, street style, his rise from design assistant to shooting campaigns for Louis Vuitton — and singing karaoke with Kanye West. Follow Tommy Ton on Instagram https://instagram.com/tommyton TommyTon.com Kanye Crew Photo https://www.instagram.com/p/BQy2G81AsAK/ As always, thanks for listening and subscribing! I'd love to hear from you. Email me at jeremy@blamopod.com

 S02E11: Josh Peskowitz | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:03:47

My guest this week is Josh Peskowitz. Josh is a stylist, writer, and co-owner of the concept men’s store MAGASIN. Josh and I spoke about his career in the world of menswear and how he went from being the fashion director of Bloomingdales to starting one of the best men’s stores in the country. Magasin – https://www.magasinthestore.com/ Follow Josh on Instagram –  https://www.instagram.com/jpesko

 S02E10: Nick Sullivan (Esquire Magazine) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 54:14

My guest this week is Nick Sullivan. Nick Sullivan is the Fashion Director of Esquire Magazine and the Editor of their acclaimed style guide, Big Black Book. Nick and I spoke about his life growing up in the UK, and he stumbled into the world of fashion. We also talk about how trends come and go and the importance of authenticity above all. esquire.com Follow Nick on Instagram instagram.com/nicksullivanesq

 S02E09: Sean Hotchkiss | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:03:13

My guest this week is writer Sean Hotchkiss. Sean and I spoke about how his journey into the world of menswear journalism and his love of clothes helped him get to the end of himself. We also talked about his recent GQ article on surrendering his wardrobe and how with less stuff he’s happier than ever. Sean’s GQ Article www.gq.com/story/how-to-edit-your-wardrobe Follow Sean on Instagram instagram.com/seanmhotchkiss/ seanhotchkiss.com

 S02E08: Michael Bastian | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:09:51

My guest this week is American Menswear designer Michael Bastian. Michael and I spoke about his career in menswear, the ups and downs of the fashion world and why he still believes in buying less but buying better. michaelbastiannyc.com Follow MB on Instagram instagram.com/michaelbastian Michael Bastian F/W 2008 (Inspired by JFK Jr.) http://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/fall-2008-menswear/michael-bastian

 S02E07: Mordechai Rubinstein (Mister Mort) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 58:40

My guest this week is Mordechai Rubinstein. In most circles, he's known as Mister Mort, but don’t call him that, he’s a reluctant anthropologist. Mordechai and I discussed his early days at Jack Spade, doing PR for Marc Jacobs and discovering beauty in the everyday uniform. mistermort.com Jack Spade Pop-Up Fashion Show in Bryant Park S/S 2008 https://youtu.be/ccgjLO2Fekc

 HermCast - The Academy Herms | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:07:33

This week on Blamo! Your favorite co-host Herm returns to talk the Academy Awards, watching movies on a laptop and what foods you shouldn't eat in a movie theater. Follow Herm on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hermherman hermsterms.com As always, thanks for listening and subscribing! I'd love to hear from you. Email me at jeremy@blamopod.com blamopod.com

 S02E06: Alexandra Petri (Washington Post) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:04:17

My guest this week is, Alexandra Petri. Alexandra writes the humorist ComPost blog of the Washington Post and is the author of A Field Guide to Awkward Silences. Alexandra and I discussed her doing stand-up comedy at 17, dressing up as a Civil War General, and accidentally joining a cult. Follow Alexandra on Twitter https://twitter.com/petridishes A Field Guide to Awkward Silences http://a.co/bSXZezB

 S02E05: Eben D'Amico (Saves The Day) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:11:13

My guest this week is musician and producer, Eben D’Amico. Eben and I discussed his old band, Saves The Day and how their album “Through Being Cool” shaped what was to become the Emo music genre. We also discuss how we first met…on AOL Instant Messenger. ebendamico.com Saves The Day on the Late Show -- 2001 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zlb9b9qceC0

 S02E04: Will Welch (GQ Style) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 45:41

My guest this week is Editor-in-Chief of GQ Style, Will Welch. We discussed his Atlanta roots, his decade-long tenure at GQ, and how he helped transform GQ Style from a supplement into a standalone quarterly magazine. Follow Will and GQ Style on Instagram @GQStyle gqstyle.com As always, thanks for listening and subscribing! I'd love to hear from you. Email me at jeremy@blamopod.com blamopod.com

 S02E03: Michael Hill (Drake's) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 54:39

My guest this week is Drake’s creative director, Michael Hill. Drake’s is an iconic British haberdasher, known around the world for their handmade ties and scarves. Michael and I discussed following in the footsteps of his father, and how he and his team are growing Drake’s from a neckwear company, to the new standard of casual sportswear. https://www.drakes.com/ As always, thanks for listening and subscribing! I'd love to hear from you. Email me at jeremy@blamopod.com

 S02E02: Robert Geller | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 57:13

My guest this week is menswear designer Robert Geller. Robert and I discussed his days as an intern at Marc Jacobs, working with Alexandre Plokhov on their explosive menswear brand Cloak, and how through his own brand, he transformed the image of downtown New York style. Follow Robert Geller on Instagram @robertgeller www.robertgeller-ny.com As always, thanks for listening and subscribing! I'd love to hear from you. Email me at jeremy@blamopod.com

 S02E01: Andrew Chen (3sixteen) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 53:30

My guest this week is Andrew Chen of 3sixteen. Andrew Chen talks about the origins of 3sixteen, and how the brand went from making streetwear to becoming one of the best denim brands in the United States. Follow Andrew on Instagram and Twitter @andrew3sixteen 3sixteen.com As always, thanks for listening and subscribing! I'd love to hear from you. Email me at jeremy@blamopod.com

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