Closet Philosophy

In this episode of Closet Philosophy, hosts Jennine and Kristen sit down with Denise Pines, an influential filmmaker and leader in the effort to normalize conversations about perimenopause and menopause.  She's a Peabody-winning filmmaker, health advocate, founder of Tea Botanics and WisePause Wellness, and president of the Osteopathic Medical Board of California. Together, they unravel the cultur...

Jennine and Kristen dive deep into the complex experience of visibility for women as they age, sharing candid stories and discussing cultural, psychological, and societal shifts that impact self-expression and confidence beyond 40. This episode explores the challenges women face in retaining visibility, feeling confident, and expressing authentic style, offering hope and actionable insights for li...

In this episode of the Closet Philosophy podcast, hosts Jennine and Kristen sit down with Cat Pierce —writer, artist, entrepreneur, and musician, best known as half of the band The Pierces . Cat shares her inspiring journey of continual reinvention, highlighting how creativity flourishes at every stage of life, especially beyond the age of 40. The conversation delves into themes of overcoming soci...

This week on Closet Philosophy, Jennine and Kristen sit down with fashion creator Angel Edme. Her bold style and fearless approach to self-expression embody what it means to use style as self-expression. Angel Edme is a fashion, beauty, and lifestyle creator based in New York—known for her razor-sharp style, unfiltered honesty, and a deep passion for helping people show up as their boldest, truest...

in this inspiring conversation, we talk with  Alicia Johnson —global marketing strategist, Ford model, and author of Buried Treasure: A Field Guide to the Life-Changing Magic of Revealing Yourself . Alicia shares how she re-entered the modeling world in her 60s through a twist of serendipity, the challenges and biases that still exist for older plus-size women in fashion, and how personal style ca...

In this episode we are very thrilled to talk with Leah Elson—scientist, author, and viral science communicator—about the power of showing up fully as yourself, whether in a lab coat or a leather jackets. Leah has degrees from Harvard, Johns Hopkins, and USC, and has published more than 87 scientific manuscripts. But she's just as known for her incredible eyeliner, tattoos, and bold, unapologetic p...

Welcome to a special episode of Closet Philosophy where Jennine and Kristen open up about the challenges and rewards of reinventing yourself—especially after taking a work break to care for family or shifting gears in midlife. They share their personal journeys of returning to the workforce, navigating ageism, career gaps, and finding new purpose. In this episode, we discuss: Personal experiences...

In this honest and often funny conversation, Jennine and Kristen talk with Isobel Schofield, founder of the iconic clog brand Bryr Studio, about style, aging, menopause, and power. The episode opens with Kristen's reflections on how her personal style has evolved post-menopause — from abandoning painful heels to embracing the liberating truth of wearing clothes that actually fit. Then Isobel joins...

What if your fitness journey wasn't about chasing a smaller body—but about feeling strong, energized, and alive? In this empowering episode, we talk to Oonagh Duncan, multi-award-winning fitness expert, bestselling author of Healthy As F ck* (aka Ditch the Diet ), and founder of the Feel Good Movement. We dive deep into what it really means to feel good in your body—at any size, at any age—and how...

💎 Guest: Marie McCarthy Founder of Fiat Lux and Rose Gold's Piercing & Tattoo In this episode, personal stylist Jennine Jacob and fashion journalist Kristen Philipkoski talk with Marie McCarthy, founder of fine jewelry store Fiat Lux and Rose Gold's Piercing and Tattoo in San Francisco. Marie shares how jewelry, tattoos, and piercings can be forms of power, rebellion, self-love, and pure fun—espe...

In this episode, personal stylist Jennine Jacob and fashion journalist Kristen Philipkoski talk with Danielle Bayard Jackson, friendship coach and author of Fighting for Our Friendships . They explore how what we wear can open the door to meaningful connections—and how friendships shape (and are shaped by) our personal style. Danielle breaks down her three affinities framework—symmetry, support, a...

This week on Closet Philosophy , we talk with Finnish street style archivist, photographer, and founder of the Gem app, Liisa Jokinen . Liisa has been documenting what people wear on the street for more than 20 years—and in doing so, she's built a visual time capsule of personal expression, cultural shifts, and everyday creativity. In this episode, we dig into: How second-hand shopping is freedom...

Artist and former Apple exec Windy Chien joins Closet Philosophy this week to talk about how she left a high-profile tech job to follow a totally different thread—literally. Windy became world-renowned for her intricate and sculptural knot work, which she began exploring during her transformative project The Year of Knots . In this conversation, we dive into the parallels between fiber and fashion...

In this episode of Closet Philosophy, we talk to stylist and luxury handbag designer Wale Sanni about what personal style really means—and it has little to do with what we wear. Wale shares how he went from sneakerhead to Saks stylist, why timeless style is about emotional connection, and how status, self-worth, and fashion are always intertwined. We also dive deep into: Why people say they don't...

This week, we sit down with the joyful and unapologetically bold influencer Manny Martins Carmen—a 61-year-old model, weightlifter, painter, and accidental content creator who encourages her followers to "age like a rebel." What started as a creative outlet during COVID has become a movement of radical self-expression, vibrant style, and fearless aging. We talk about dressing up for joy (even if y...

In this mind-opening conversation, Véronique Hyland—features director at Elle magazine and author of the acclaimed book Dress Code: Unlocking Fashion from the New Look to Millennial Pink —helps us unpack the hidden forces shaping how we dress. From the myth of the "female gaze" to the politics of effortlessness, this episode asks big questions about power, gender, class, and whether we can ever tr...

In this deeply honest and empowering episode, we talk to Erin Wallace, head of marketing at ModeSens, and formerly of ThredUp and Crossroads Trading. She's a fashion marketing powerhouse, creative leader, and style icon in her own right. Erin shares how her personal style became her superpower in the workplace, why she didn't truly find "her look" until her late 30s, and how fashion helped her ste...

Bestselling author and organizing expert Shira Gill joins us this week. Her work goes far beyond decluttering—Shira believes that organizing is not about perfection, it's about creating space for what actually matters. We talk about: Why most people don't have an organizing problem—they have a volume problem What to do with clothes that no longer fit but are hard to let go of How to make getting d...

In this episode of Closet Philosophy , we meet Sophia Hall , the vibrant force behind @makegood on Instagram. Sophia is a secondhand style expert who turned childhood thrift store adventures into a thriving online business serving women of all sizes—especially those who often feel ignored by the fashion industry. We talk about: Growing up as the youngest of eight and learning to dress for survival...

What if lipstick could change more than your look—what if it could change the narrative? This week on Closet Philosophy , we're joined by powerhouse founder Jenn Harper , the visionary behind Cheekbone Beauty —one of the first Indigenous-owned beauty brands in North America. Jenn shares how a dream in early sobriety led to a mission-driven brand that's redefining what beauty means, who it's for, a...

What if the coolest girl in the room was 64 and completely unbothered? This week on Closet Philosophy , we're talking with the one and only Heidi Clements —a writer, content creator, and style icon with 1.8 million followers who has become a voice of radical authenticity for women of every age. Heidi shares how she went from TV writer to unexpected TikTok star in her 60s, why getting dressed is bo...

Welcome to Closet Philosophy , the podcast that believes what you wear is never just about clothes. In our preview episode, personal stylist Jennine and fashion writer Kristen share how this podcast was born—from a serendipitous interview to an ongoing conversation about the power of personal style. Together, they unpack why midlife is a moment of transformation, not disappearance—and how clothing...