Naked Beauty

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So often, what we define as “wellness” in today’s world can end up feeling like an expensive and unnecessary set of demands that leave us drained rather than fulfilled. Fortunately, health coach Daphne Javitch is here for real talk on how to feel more (as she puts it) “resourced”. After a long and painful journey with endometriosis, Daphne was inspired to better understand her body and how to thrive in hectic conditions that are far from ideal. Tune in to hear how she navigated and continues to navigate this journey, as well as her thoughts on:

- Self-care as a discipline and leadership skill
- The importance of physical and emotional elimination
- Health as a means of living with ease
- Addressing pain vs. masking it
- The belief that mood follows action

Products/ Resources Mentioned:
Skincare: Marie Veronique (barrier restore serum, barrier lipid complex), Furtuna Skin (Nightly Renewal Cream, Replenishing Balm)
Supplements: Mary Ruth’s (Morning MultiVitamin, Nighttime Multi Mineral), Seed Probiotics, Wooden Spoon Magic Magnesium Spirulina Powder, Epsom Salt for Baths)
Resources: Daphne Javitch’s Doing Well. Naked Beauty Listeners get a 1-week free trial with this link.

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Nia Reneé Hill is an accomplished actress, entertainment executive, producer, and master of reinvention. Like many of us, her earliest attempts at reinvention happened after she started a new school in LA. She was immediately introduced to a new set of beauty and style expectations that were different from what was allowed at her prim and mandatory-uniform Catholic School. Growing up traveling between parents and cities, Los Angeles and Atlanta, provided her with the foundation to assess and adapt to new surroundings quickly. While her mother was stricter in how she allowed Nia to self-express, her father, a well-known comedy agent, was more lenient. Her early exposure to the entertainment business, coupled with music video inspiration on BET, Nia quickly carved out her own path personally and professionally.

During our conversation, Nia shared that while she studied acting in college, her father dissuaded her from pursuing a career in acting. The Harlem Renaissance inspired her to move to New York during the early 2000s. After interning at the famous Apollo Theater, she embarked on a career as an executive and landed roles at Comedy Central, The Chappelle Show, and even MTV. Despite a successful career and blossoming relationship with her now-husband, Bill Burr, she was unfulfilled. She transitioned to a full-time stay-at-home mother, but still felt called towards creative work. Nia decided to invest fully in herself and her interests, only to find that she was the career of her dreams. Her current role, as a purveyor of the best in Black fine dining, is created in her image; truly original, funny, and endlessly entertaining.

Tune in as we discuss:
(5:40) Why Nia Isn't Pursuing A Professional Comedy Career
(6:30) Why She Didn’t Feel Beautiful Growing Up
(8:45) Growing Up Between Atlanta & LA
(9:08) Her Nepo Baby Experience
(10:30) How Summer School In LA Helped Reshape Her Identity
(11:15) Finding Style Inspo On BET
(11:45) Her Experience In Y2K Harlem
(12:10) How The Harlem Renaissance Inspired Her Move
(12:40) A Mild Diddy Run-In
(13:05) What Early 2000s Braid Shops Were Like
(14:10) Defining Her Second Wind Career
(15:00) From Acting & To Media Exec
(16:16) Recovering From Corporate Unhappiness
(17:50) Why She Felt Unfulfilled As A SAHM
(19:08) The True Cost Of Investing In Herself
(21:00) Why Vanity Inspired Her Public Rebrand
(25:08) Building Her Team With Personal Connections
(26:28) The Day-To-Day Stylist Rundown
(31:45) How People Responded To Her Evolution
(38:52) Invest In Yourself, Even If It’s Small
(39:59) Beginning Her Fine Dining Journey
(44:40) Why She Chooses To Highlight Black Chefs
(47:55) LA Food Lightning Round
(54:41) Nia's Advice For People Who Feel Stuck

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Products Mentioned:
Ami Cole Lip Oil
Makeup Forever Hydra Glow
MAC Chestnut Lip Pencil
EADEM Le Chouchou Exfoliating + Softening Peptide Lip Balm
Forlle'd Hyalogy P-effect Refining Lotion
Aquaphor Healing Ointment
Vaseline Cocoa Radiant Lotion
Biologique Recherche Masque Vivant
Purple Rain Prada Beauty

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Sir John, Naked Beauty’s favorite cousin, is back for another insightful episode. Sir John has been part of the Naked Beauty family since his first visit as a guest and later as a recurring co-host. Each time he visits the pod, we leave the conversation with master tips for makeup application and building an aligned creative career. Since his last visit, Sir John has continued to expand his career globally and now works as Medicube’s Global Creative Director. We learn exactly what it means to be a creative director and how his time in Seoul has helped him better understand what it means to consider your heritage in your everyday life. We also cover what's inspiring us right now, and how to determine good art from great art, in beauty, film, music, and more. As always, Sir John drops gems about how he has become an icon in the beauty industry without compromising his personal or professional boundaries.

Our chat begins with Sir John, explaining why he doesn’t create New Year's resolutions and instead prioritizes radical self-care and discipline each day. We talk at length about caring for ourselves mentally and physically, especially overcoming emotional setbacks, and what it’s like having to be “on” professionally. Having such a public-facing career means that he has learned why being authentically yourself at work isn’t necessary, and how to be honest about working through grief on the clock. The greater part of the episode considers the parallels between corporate and creative careers and includes great advice for burgeoning creatives. For example, we provide actionable tips for how to stand out at work and how breathwork can soothe pre-Zoom anxiety. And, Sir John’s most important lesson? Never lose the thug in yourself.

Tune in as we discuss:
(1:26) Why Sir John Doesn’t Make New Year's Resolutions
(1:48) Radical Self-Care Includes Discipline
(4:15) How Brooke Has Put Other Creatives On
(5:00) You Shouldn’t Be Your Full Self In Corporate Spaces
(6:40) The Difference Between Code Switching And Translating
(7:05) What It’s Like Working With Global Companies
(7:30) How South Korea Celebrates Its Heritage In Everyday Practices
(8:07) Being Medicube’s Global Creative Director
(9:15) Drawing Inspiration: The Chanel Subway Fashion Show And Sinners
(15:01) Overcoming Mental Setbacks
(18:10) The True Cost Of “Pulling A Look” For Events
(23:10) Why Zoom Meetings Are Anxiety-Inducing
(25:15) Career Advice: Be More Enthusiastic
(27:00) Understanding The Gen-Z Stare
(31:48) Reducing Stress Is A Key To Good Health
(34:48) Sir John & Brooke Play Boundaries Bingo
(36:35) Unlearning Saying Yes When You Really Mean No
(41:26) Why Sir John Doesn’t Work Weekends
(46:28) Grieving AJ Crismson, His Friend & Beauty Pioneer, Before A Major Shoot
(49:54) Why You Should Call Out Disrespect Immediately
(50:50) Why He Won’t Work With Nicki Minaj
(54:01) Don’t Lose The Thug In You
(59:45) Sir John’s Holistic Beauty Cabinet

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Happy New Year, Beauties! I wanted to start 2026 by shifting focus from productivity to seeking inspiration from creative figures. Instead of advocating for work ethic and goals, I introduce you all to my 'creative board of directors' to offer perspective. Diana Vreeland, Andre Leon Talley, Zora Neale Hurston, Walt Whitemand, and Thich Nhat Hanh are the 'creative ancestors' who help guide the way I live and work. In this episode, we explore the wisdom I've gleaned from these people, from keeping one's imagination fresh like Diana Vreeland wrote about, to the importance of not shrinking oneself, as taught by Andre Leon Talley. I reflect on Andy Warhol's views on combining commerce with creativity, and highlight the spiritual resilience of writers Zora Neale Hurston and transcendentalist Walt Whitman. To conclude, I drew on the wisdom from the mindfulness teachings of Vietnamese Zen Buddhist monk Thich Nhat Hanh regarding the importance of being present. Tune in for a reminder to embrace the present moment, stay curious, and relish the current season of their lives.

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In this special year-end episode of the Naked Beauty Podcast, I’m the guest! My producer, Mbiye Kasonga, interviewed me, and we reflected on the challenges and triumphs of 2025, including my return from maternity leave, the impact of the LA fires, and the balance between my corporate and creative responsibilities. We also touched on the major beauty trends of 2025, the wonderful range of guests we’ve had, and my thoughts on the evolving podcasting landscape. Mbiye asked some great questions, and I really dug deep in this episode to share my insights on the joys of community, creativity, and the pressures of constant innovation. The episode ends with our personal reflections on beauty and exciting predictions for 2026.

Tune in as we discuss:
(00:00) Introduction and Year-End Tradition
(01:21) Reflecting on 2025: Fires, Maternity Leave, and Podcasting
(04:37 Balancing Work, Creativity, and Personal Life
(12:58) The Evolution of Podcasting and Industry Insights
(27:00) London Trip and Memorable Experiences
(32:04) Meeting Sabrina Elba: A Class Act
(32:51) Impact of Naked Beauty Podcast
(34:22) Balancing Work and Motherhood
(37:55) Influence of Patriarchy on Beauty Standards
(42:40) Personal Beauty Trends and Discoveries
(47:56) Reflections on Beauty and Future Trends
(01:01:03) Concluding Thoughts and 2026 Beauty Trend Predictions

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Products Mentioned:
The Ordinary Glycolic Acid
Shark Beauty Cryo Mask
Neat Crowns Wigs

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