Beauty Backroads

Savvy business owner, seasoned dance instructor, dreamer, and real life hustler, Carly Bell of Dance By Carly in Austin, TX, sits down with me for an intimate discussion on starting her small dream business. She shares her secrets on how to be creative, take advantage of downtime at work and how NOT to overthink a good opportunity when you see one. Dance by Carly offers a variety of dance classes,...

In our second interview with magical storyteller, Kat Candler, we discuss all the tactical pieces needed to make film magic happen. From thoughtful advice on applying to film festivals to sharing creative ways on how to successfully raise money for independent films, Kat holds nothing back while dishing out her practical advice and supportive tips to help make all your indie dreams come true. Keep...

In our second episode together, Alex and I discuss the start up costs associated with opening a small retail business, the differences between operating a brick and mortar store vs. an online store and the importance of supporting your local community while building your dream business! Thanks for listening to Beauty Backroads. If this episode spoke to you, be sure to subscribe and follow along fo...

Are you struggling with finding the right solutions for your skin, or getting overwhelmed by all the products and marketing scams out there? If so, you are not alone! Each month on the Beauty Aside podcast we are going to host a special “Skin Talks” segment where we clear up some of the myths and confusion regarding our skin health and explore a more integrative approach to healing and wellness!&n...

Today I’m sitting down with one of my favorite independent filmmakers and humans, Kat Candler. She has credits as a director, writer, producer, film editor and executive producer. Most recently, she was the showrunner on the hit OWN series, Queen Sugar, created and executive produced by Ava DuVernay, with Oprah Winfrey serving as an executive producer. In our intimate filmmaking discussion, Kat sh...

Have you ever wondered what it really takes to make it as a successful beauty influencer in today's highly competitive social media industry? If so, you've come to the right place! Today’s special guest is LA-based beauty influencer, Christine Le, who shares a passion for all things beauty and fashion. In a little over a year, Christine's grown her Youtube channel to over an impressive 26,000 subs...

In Part 2 of our Hemp (aka CBD) episode, we go beyond the hype with National Sales Director, Marc Phaneuf, Private Label and Programs Manager, Molly Cain with Restorative Botanicals to discover the truth about CBD and how we may benefit from responsibly sourced full-spectrum hemp-based products. How does Hemp work? Is Hemp the same as Marijuana? Is it legal to use? What are the benefits? Is it saf...

CBD has slowly grown to become one of the largest trends. Lately, it's even being praised in the beauty and spa industry. But as with the excitement of most new trends also comes skepticism and confusion. We go beyond the hype with National Sales Director, Marc Phaneuf, of Restorative Botanicals to learn the truth about CBD and how we may benefit from responsibly sourced fulled spectrum hemp-based...

Do you think you have what it takes to make it in the entertainment industry? Ever wonder what goes on behind all the glitz and glamour you see on screen? From working endless hours as an intern to creating her own footprint with Studio 512 in Austin, TV Host and Personality, Stephanie Gilbert, shares her personal story of growth and development over the years that's led her to her dream job of wo...

Do you have a passion for fashion? If so, you're going to love our next guest, who's been in the fashion industry for over a decade! From early beginnings as a receptionist at D Magazine to working as a freelance fashion stylist, then senior style editor at Neiman Marcus, Stephanie opens up to us about juggling the demands of work and new motherhood in her 40’s. Connect with Stephanie on IG: @step...

Have you ever dreamt of opening up your own brick and mortar store? In this special first episode of our 'More Beautiful Together' series I sit down with my real life partner and entrepreneur, Alex to have an intimate discussion about work, life, and all of the pros and cons that can come with following your dreams! Learn how Alex (aka an Italian immigrant majoring in Computer Engineering at UCLA)...

Welcome to the Beauty Aside Podcast with Jentri Quinn. Thanks for listening to Beauty Backroads. If this episode spoke to you, be sure to subscribe and follow along for honest stories, beauty tips, wellness wisdom, and a little self-discovery for women navigating beauty, aging, reinvention, and life on the backroads. Join our weekly newsletter for insider beauty tips, behind-the-scenes updates, so...