INFLUENCER INSIGHTS Podcast

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP058 // Tara Green - On this episode we welcome Tara Green to the show! - Tara's story is quite remarkable, growing up in the Vancouver area Tara found her way to Australia where she's modeling and developing a life down-under! She talks about her journey into modeling and how it kind of "found her". An incredible success story and something that, being Canad...

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP057 // Nikki Kindred-Harper - Episode 057 brings to us the incredible story of Nikki Kindred- Harper who was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease called APS-1 when she was two years old. - Her story reveals some of the challenges she faced growing up and dealing with something as severe as APS-1 but the story is much more than that, its proof that no matter the circumstances...

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP056 - Micayla Moody - A photographer by trade, Micayla realized that gaining the skills to pose herself would help others show how they can create the best pieces of art in their work. After learning though, she realized how much she needed modeling for herself and ended up jumping in with both feet. - Now a New York Fashion Week alumni, she continues to improve her craft and...

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP055 - Caleb Smith -Growing up in Queens NY, Caleb got involved in dancing in high-school and found a supportive community there, leading to his mentor encouraging him to expand his abilities and try modelling.-Caleb still works as a dancer but moved into the modelling space and has done work for Miami Swimweek and trips to Barbados for work.-Caleb gives much credit to his mom...

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP054 Luke Yarnton Originally from Australia, Luke grew up with a huge entrepreneurial mindset and always was looking to build the next thing. During cov|d he found sharing his coffee videos was a great way to connect with people while being stuck in doors. Eventually realizing a great way for brands to grow their awareness was to have creators share products just like he was....

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP053 - Billy Joseph Jr. -Growing up in South Carolina, Billy Joseph Jr. was exposed to the film industry as kid when James Cameron's film crew moved into town to start filming "The Abyss" in a Nuclear Power Plant near his home town. This interest grew and Billy joined his aunt's modeling agency in college and began to gain confidence and skills needed to make a career in the e...

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP052 - Anastasia Livesay - Growing up in the Tri-State area Anastasia is no stranger to pushing herself to do big things. As an accomplished athlete moving to modeling felt very natural and more of an extension of who she was versus a new career. - Having an knee injury while playing soccer, the realization of change needed to occur for her. So, she shifted direction and got h...

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP051 - Madison Nye - Military marriage is difficult and ended suddenly for young Madison. But realizing the change in course life has taken her, Madison decided to shift course and find a new focus. With that came modeling where she put her full attention towards making it a full-time career. - Madison's career is young but her experience shines already. Having done much trave...

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP050 - Ryan Colby - This **SPECIAL 50th Episode!** brings Influencer Insights host BenQ's New York agent to the podcast to share his journey. - From being discovered in a bakery in his teen years by a world famous photographer who launched his career, taking him around the world to all the major fashion mecca's, working for CONDÉ NAST as a art director, and later jumping both...

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP049 - Aiste Pliaugaite -Moving from Lithuania to Canada in 2011 Aiste's career has largely been focus in the beauty world from her work as an esthetician, moving into modeling and further now into acting! -Aiste's career has taken her on all kinds of adventures around the globe. She's been able to complete some notable shoots with celebrity photographers for publications like...

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP048 - Saffron Keehn - Growing up with rural roots on a chicken farm where she rode horses, Saffron uses her hard work ethic as a marketing consultant and full-time model! - Saffron is a genuinely likable person with a deep sense of commitment to making others feel inspired as she pursues her own dreams. That authenticity comes from being vulnerable enough to realize she's str...

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP047 Ariel grew up in an apocalyptic sect (i.e. cult) shut-out from the outside world. After her family escaped, she gained a unique curiosity about the world and took up ballet-dancing. After an unfortunate accident she was no longer able to pursue that career but stumbled upon modeling! Fell totally in love with the opportunities within the industry. - That was 20 years ago,...

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP046 - Ben Lechter On this episode, Ben Lechter from New York, NY joins us to share his journey from stumbling into modeling and using his influence and coaching skills to help others achieve their personal fitness goals. Ben has walked runway for shows such as Miami Swim Week, NYFW, has been in print in LA Weekly, Yahoo Finance, Bloomberg, published in multi magazines, and wo...

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP045 - Caitlind, discovered at 15 by a local agency from the Peterborough, Ontario area tells her story of making a hobby into a career! She says walking through a park one day, a car stopped and her (now) agent jumped out and offered her a contract! - Caitlind has big ambitions for where to take her modeling career, but she is currently focused on getting her RN designation t...

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP044 - Lili Alba joins us on the podcast to share her journey of becoming a model and actress even from humble beginnings. Lili was forced to move home from Hawaii after pursuing her dreams came to a halt during the pandemic. - Lili's story is full of resilience as she has bounced back and gotten involved in a local agency in San Antonio, Texas where she's booked work...

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP043 - Carolyn, a 72 year-old female model who's been gracing the runway for decades joins this episode to share her journey and give thoughtful advice to anyone joining the industry. - Carolyn has done all kinds of amazing shows, including organizing her own African-America "model squad" long before the main stream got a hold of the idea, walking in a cruise-shi...

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP042 - Mistry joins me from Pueblo, Colorado where she works as a burlesque performer, show producer, and spent 35 years working as a model. - Misty, also known as Lolita Shadows on stage, is also a mom of two children and shares her journey in navigating those discussions by working in an unconventional profession. - Misty's story inspires as she continues to make waves a...

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP041 Lois joins us from Saskatoon where she took up modelling after having a 9-5 career. Being a photographer, artistry was in her nature and therefore moving into the modelling space was an easy transition. - Lois is a big proponent of just taking action and making things happen. She shares many tips regarding modelling and how to make things happen regardless of where we&#39...

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP040 // Nigel Gascon From Calgary, AB, Nigel joins the podcast to share his journey from being scouted on the Calgary C-train when he was only 15 to making his modeling career a real success!. He's had the opportunity to walk runway, complete multiple shoots and will be headed to Chicago to share his vocal talents in July 2024. - Nigel is a great example of someone who con...

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP039 // Carla Kovac - From Calgary, AB Carla joins us to share her journey in overcoming anxiety and building confidence by becoming an actor and acting coach. She explains much of her past trauma experiences have built her into a stronger person giving her a greater purpose in being the hope that others see and are inspired bu. -Carla is a great example to watch as someone wh...

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP038 // Debbie Diablo - From Orlando Florida, Debbie Diablo joins us to share her journey of walking into her first burlesque show to becoming a top-performer! - It's not an easy path to embark on as croaked show producers, competition, and production preparation are a huge obstacles that require deep dedication and optimism to overcome. Not to mention the negative feedbac...

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP037 - Destiny Fomekung. After moving to Calgary, Alberta, Canada Destiny found high-school to be a major change. Racism and cyberbullying forced him to turn his focus onto higher pursuits, including acting, singing, dancing, and now modeling. - Since graduating he has taken a gap-year to develop his creative endeavors and see how far he can go. We're very excited to catch...

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP036 - Hannah Parkhouse. From Vancouver, British Columbia Hannah's joins the podcast to share her journey into modeling and how she's used it to show others how they can overcome insecurities by being more confident. - Hannah is a recent graduate and looking to find her path in the career world, send her a DM if you need any help in post-secondary education organizatio...

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP035 - Brandy Scibelli - On this episode, Brandy joins me to share her journey of beating the odds coming from a less fortunate background and becoming a model in Richmond Virginia. She always had natural height, loves meeting people, and taking great photos so modeling was a natural fit for her. - Brandy's built a stunning portfolio full of fashion, commercial, and influe...

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP034 - Celina Epp On this episode, Celina joins me from small town, Duck Lake, Saskatchewan! Celina is a model, intimacy coach, and mom! - She shares some real truth in life, fashion, and relationships! Her thoughtfulness and in experience in dealing with couples challenges with intimacy is a a real gift and something that anyone in a relationship will benefit from! - Celina i...