The Other A.I

What if beauty isn’t about perfection at all? What if the things that draw us in—people, brands, even objects—are magnetic precisely because they’re a little off? On this episode, Pauline explores the French concept of jolie laide , or “pretty ugly,” and how imperfection may hold its own irresistible power. From iconic personalities like Diane Keaton, Tilda Swinton and Adam Driver to architectural...

In this episode, host Pauline Brown sits down with her longtime friend Sasha Grutman — a seasoned finance professional and cultivated aesthete — for a conversation on the power of curation, or what Pauline calls “ the art of intelligence .” Drawing from Coco Chanel’s maxim that “elegance is refusal” to the Latin roots of curare (“to take care of”), Pauline and Sasha explore how thoughtful curation...

In this latest episode of Luxe Stories, host Pauline Brown sits down with Pulitzer Prize–winning fashion critic Robin Givhan to explore the remarkable legacy of Virgil Abloh, one of the most influential cultural figures of the 21st century. Givhan—who has written for The Washington Post , Harper’s Bazaar , Vogue , Essence , New York Magazine , and The New Yorker —discusses her new book, Make It Ou...

On this episode, Pauline sits down with fashion veteran Michelle Spiro , whose career spans senior roles at marquee fashion brands, including DKNY, Calvin Klein, and Ralph Lauren, and is now launching her own tennis-inspired brand called Furi . Together, they explore the current state of fashion retail—how consumer expectations are shifting, what’s driving the rise of streetwear and sportswear, an...

On this episode, Pauline explores the fast-growing world of alcohol-free wines and spirits with two industry leaders: Emily Onkey , co-founder and CMO of Aplós , and Vanessa Kay , former CMO of Moët Hennessy USA and now a board member at Aplós. Together, they unpack the Aplós story — from its inspiration and brand identity to its marketing strategy and future prospects. They also delve into the ri...

Every few months, Pauline invites listeners to ask her anything —from business to branding to beauty. This latest segment is a free-flowing exchange, in which curiosity drives content. No scripts. No boundaries. Just real questions and real answers.

Pauline is joined by veteran journalist and speech coach John Bowe, along with one of his clients, Elizabeth Thompson, for a conversation on the art of public speaking. John shares how he helps clients overcome anxiety and become more compelling presenters using a methodology rooted in ancient Greece. During the conversation, they explore how presentation skills not only boost people's profess...

Pauline is joined by renowned dermatologic surgeon, Anthony Rossi, for a discussion on the latest findings in skin cancer and recommendations for optimal skin health. Dr. Rossi is a double board-certified dermatologist at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York. He is a highly sought-after surgeon as well as an expert in non-invasive technologies like lasers and the founder of his own s...

Welcome to Luxe Stories , a new original series on SiriusXM that delves into the untold stories behind the world’s most iconic luxury brands. In our premiere episode, host Pauline Brown sits with fashion historian and New York Times columnist Rhonda Garelick for a discussion on the enigmatic Coco Chanel —the woman who revolutionized fashion and whose aesthetic style became a symbol of cultural tra...

Pauline is joined by Maryam Banikarim - a longtime C-suite executive, Emmy-winning producer, and community builder - for a conversation about the power of community and connection. On the business front, Maryam has held senior roles at Fortune Media, Nextdoor, Hyatt, Gannett, NBCUniversal, and Univision. On the community front, she co-founded NYCNext, a grassroots movement that was originally was...

Pauline is joined in the studio by Edda Gudmundsdottir - whose work spans editorial styling, runway shows, music videos, and costume design and whose clients include Björk, Mariah Carey, Nicki Minaj, and Taylor Swift, as well as fashion houses like Balmain, Valentino, and Gucci - for an in-depth discussion on how clothes can be used for visual storytelling. The two long-time friends discuss how Ed...

On today's show Pauline is joined by Nicole Feld Strauss, a veteran producer of live entertainment. Throughout her career, Nicole overseen an array of spectacular events, including Marvel Universe, Disney On Ice, Sesame Street Live!, and Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus. During the conversation Nicole shares insights on what makes an experience truly unforgettable; how she goes ab...

Pauline is joined in the studio by Emma McIlroy, founder of the mission-driven brand Wildfang, which challenges people to rethink gender norms and how they show up in fashion. The brand has built a cult following, including with celebrities like Janelle Monae, Lizzo, Evan Rachel Wood, and Debbie Harry. During the conversation, Emma shares why she decided to start Wildfang more than a decade ago, h...

What do the brands people buy and the places they shop reveal about their lifestyles, values, ideals and aspirations? Pauline is joined in the studio by renowned marketing professor Americus Reed of the Wharton Business School for a provocative discussion about how our self-identities influence our buying decisions as well as how companies can leverage identity-based marketing strategies to build...

Pauline is joined by Rhonda Garelick, the founding director of Hofstra University's Institute for Public Humanities and the Arts. Rhonda also is a columnist for the New York Times Style Section and the author of three books, including “Mademoiselle: Coco Chanel and the Pulse of History.” Together, Pauline and Rhonda discuss the science of ugliness -- who is ugly? And who decides? How much of o...

Pauline is joined by longtime friend and top-notch wealth manager Jill Schildkraut-Katz for a conversation on what it means to be wealthy and how to achieve it. Together, they cover a range of topics, including what people - at all ages and income levels - can do to build wealth and ensure financial independence; how to assess risk and withstand volatility in the market; how to weigh the joy of ac...

Pauline is joined in the studio by Tracey Abbott, who recently decided to step back from her role as an operating partner at a leading private equity firm to become an executive coach for clients in private equity, venture capital and family offices. During the conversation Tracey reflects on her experiences in the world of private equity as well as in earlier roles at companies like PepsiCo, Foot...

Pauline is joined by two experts in experiential design: Ann Morrow Johnson, former Head of Creative Development for Walt Disney Imagineering, and Emilie Baltz, an award-winning artist and digitial design leader, both from the world's largest design firm, Gensler. Together, they discuss how human senses and emotions are impacted by space design and how businesses can leverage their own spaces...

Pauline invites two friends, Scott Goodson and Gulla Jonsdottir, to reflect on highlights (and lowlights) of the past year and share their predictions for 2025. Scott Goodson is the founder of the cutting-edge marketing and advertising agency StrawberryFrog, where he and his team have built some of the world’s most iconic brands. Gulla is an award-winning architect and designer, renowned for her s...

Pauline is joined in the studio by top-ranked retail analyst, Oliver Chen of TD Cowen. Together, they discuss retail trends of the past year and predictions for '25, including: which companies and segments are poised to win in the current marketplace; why growth of bricks-and-mortar stores continues to outpace e-commerce; how AI and other technologies are reshaping the retail industry; how fashion...

Pauline is joined on-air by her longtime friend, Guðrun Rógvadóttir, co-founder of the Nordic knitwear brand, Guðrun & Guðrun . Together, they discuss the distinct history and culture of Guðrun's homeland, the Faroe Islands; how her Faroese heritage shaped her current style and tastes; why she decided to launch her own global fashion brand; and how she and her co-founder continue to balance cr...

Pauline is joined in the studio by her own mother, Barbara Garris, who reflects on a half-century of experience raising 4 children (2 girls, 2 boys), then 4 grandchildren (2 boys, 2 girls) Barbara shares insights and observations, including: how expectations and styles of parenting have changed since the '60s; what challenges she faced especially in the early years, and how she overcame them; what...

Pauline is joined by two friends - award-winning chef Angie Mar and food industry investor/advisor Nisha McGreevy - for a discussion about the ins and outs of opening, running and scaling a restaurant. The three women delve into why most restaurants fail within their first year and what differentiates those that thrive from those that barely survive?

Pauline is joined by longtime friend and serial entrepreneur Derek Pew for a deep dive into his practice for restoring people's intuitive powers, ridding them of self-imposted limitations, and helping them achieve full lives and successful careers. Derek shares more about his revelations and approach in his new book "The All: Manifesting Reality."

Pauline is joined by two dear friends, Blair Miller and Whitney Casey, to discuss the importance and complexity of building and sustaining female friendships. Together they explore how their closest female friendships have enriched their lives; why some friends last a lifetime and others fizzle out; and why bonds between women tend to be more intimate and fragile than those with men.