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| Project Runway Canada Finale Recap: Winner Revealed | 21 janv. 2026 | 01:27:17 | |
In this finale episode of FashionTalks, hosts Donna Bishop and Sarah Jay celebrate the incredible achievement of Project Runway Canada's final three designers—Charles, Curtis, and Leeland—as they each present 10-look collections. Charles crafted a love letter to his Vietnamese heritage and family, Curtis explored gender identity in historically-referential designs, and Leeland interwove his Chinese and Scottish heritage with joyful, kitschy exuberance that ultimately captured the judges' hearts and earned him the title of Project Runway Canada Season 3 winner. With interviews featuring all three finalists, this episode celebrates not just the competition's end but the beginning of bright futures for these accomplished designers. As Toronto's gala season approaches, and with the CAFA awards in April, Donna and Sarah express confidence that the Canadian fashion community will continue to embrace and support all three talents who left everything on the cutting table. Links in this episode:
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| Project Runway Canada Episode 9 Recap: Top 3 Revealed | 15 janv. 2026 | 01:20:42 | |
In this penultimate episode of FashionTalks, hosts Donna Bishop and Sarah Jay dive into Project Runway Canada Episode 9, where the final three designers—Curtis, Leeland, and Charles—open their homes and studios for intimate visits as they build their 10-look finale collections. With just seven weeks and $10,000, each designer faces the ultimate test of their skills and vision. The episode takes viewers behind the scenes of model castings, runway choreography decisions, and the physically demanding reality of fashion design. Donna and Sarah reveal their top three predictions from the season's start, discuss the importance of authentic design voice versus judge feedback, and explore why these technically brilliant collections represent the future of Canadian fashion. The episode concludes with exclusive interviews featuring eliminated designer Foster and the incomparable Jeanne Beker, setting the stage for an unforgettable finale runway show. Links in this episode:
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| Project Runway Canada S3E8 Recap: Top 4 Fight for the Podium | 07 janv. 2026 | 00:31:44 | |
This week on FashionTalks, hosts Donna Bishop and Sarah Jay dive into the most emotional episode yet of Project Runway Canada Season 3. Episode 8 drops all the rules for the "authenticity challenge," giving Charles, Leeland, Curtis, and Foster complete creative freedom — and the results are nothing short of spectacular. Plus, Donna and Sarah celebrate the incomparable Jeanne Beker, whose presence on this episode reminds us of her legendary impact on Canadian fashion through Fashion Television and beyond. The hosts also share their 2026 fashion hopes — including sustainable fashion practices and supporting Canadian independent designers — and break down why this cliffhanger ending has them both anxious for next week's reveal. Whether you're team Charles, Leeland, Curtis, or Foster, one thing is clear: all four designers are winners. Tune in for the full breakdown and join Donna and Sarah as the competition heats up heading into the final two episodes of the season. Links in this episode:
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| Project Runway Canada Episode 7 Recap: GT Boutique | 31 déc. 2025 | 00:44:15 | |
In this exciting Episode 7 recap of Project Runway Canada, hosts Donna Bishop and Sarah Jay break down the Giant Tiger challenge, where designers faced the unique task of creating couture looks inspired by budget-friendly clothing items without actually using them. With legendary Project Runway Season 4 winner Christian Siriano as guest judge, the episode highlighted important conversations about representation in fashion and the significance of visibility in the industry. Ultimately, Maya was eliminated after her ice queen-inspired Alpine sweater look fell short in execution, though both hosts praised her resilience and talent throughout the competition. With only four designers remaining, the competition is heating up as they move closer to the finale. Links in this episode:
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| Project Runway Canada Episode 6 Recap: Best Foot Forward | 24 déc. 2025 | 01:01:53 | |
In this episode of FashionTalks, hosts Donna Bishop and Sarah Jay dive deep into Project Runway Canada Episode 6, where designers faced a unique challenge at Toronto's Bata Shoe Museum. Contestants had to create runway looks inspired by iconic footwear ranging from red kinky boots to Victorian lace-ups and feathered pumps. The episode took a dramatic turn with an unexpected double elimination, despite technically strong executions. With only five designers remaining and the finale approaching, the hosts celebrate the intergenerational judging panel and explore the global significance of Bata Shoe Museum. Plus, exclusive exit interviews with Rome and Cat reveal the intense pressure and camaraderie behind the scenes. Links in this episode:
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| Project Runway Canada Episode 5 Recap: The Bathroom Tissue Challenge | 17 déc. 2025 | 00:45:39 | |
Follow along as Donna and Sarah Jay break down Episode 5 of Project Runway Canada as the designers faced a "triple-decker" challenge: creating high-fashion looks from delicate Cashmere bathroom tissue, in just one day, while navigating a devious bait-and-switch that turned collaborative pairs into competitive duels. Donna and Sarah break down each designer's approach, the clever techniques designers used to master the fragile material, and the emotional bonds that form during the competition. They reflect on how the competition only gets tougher and the elimination of Delayne as the episode concludes with an interview from her. Links in this episode:
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| Project Runway Canada Episode 4 Recap: The Most Technical Challenge Yet | 10 déc. 2025 | 00:41:53 | |
In this Project Runway Canada recap episode, FashionTalks host Donna Bishop and co-host Sarah Jay dive deep into Episode 4’s ambitious transformational challenge — a double-duty task that asked designers to create a standout look and engineer a seamless garment transition. Donna and Sarah unpack every moment with insight, humour, and historical context. Their discussion explores how the runway becomes a stage, why styling matters as much as design, and how authenticity shines when a challenge aligns perfectly with a designer’s lived experience — including Cat’s standout winning look. Donna then sits down with departing designer Little Feather as they dive into her favourite looks, the vibe in the workroom and the strong influence of her heritage in her designs. Links in this episode:
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| Inside Project Runway Canada Episode : Recap & Double Elimination | 03 déc. 2025 | 00:51:07 | |
In this episode of FashionTalks, Donna Bishop and Sarah Jay dive into Episode 3 of Project Runway Canada, a high-stakes avant-garde team challenge, featuring future-focused textiles developed at TMU (Toronto Metropolitan University). They highlight the design moments, runway choices, and feedback that made this episode such a compelling watch. The conversation then shifts to exclusive interviews with eliminated designers Naimo and Taalrumiq, who open up about creativity, culture, and courage. Naimo reflects on fashion as freedom, embracing her Somali heritage, and the bravery it took to finally let herself be seen on a national stage. Taalrumiq shares how she carries her Inuvialuit ancestry onto the runway, transforming skills once used for survival into high fashion and fine art, and proving it’s never too late to pursue your dreams. Together, their stories illuminate the power of representation, resilience, and self-expression—on Project Runway Canada and far beyond the workroom. Links in this episode:
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| Project Runway Canada Ep 2 Recap: Client Challenge Chaos | 26 nov. 2025 | 00:32:51 | |
In this post-show recap of Project Runway Canada Episode 2, co-hosts Donna Bishop and Sarah Jay dig into a high-pressure client challenge that felt like “the Amazing Race of fashion.” They unpack everything from the specific L’Oréal Paris brief to the very intense timelines, and what that would look like in real life when you actually have time to meet your client, and negotiate the creative vision. Sarah brings her insider perspective from working on Season 2, reflecting on the show as a kind of “fashion bootcamp” for both designers and crew, and what this week’s unexpected non-elimination twist really means for the contestants’ journeys. The conversation also celebrates Canadian fashion at every turn—from the legacy of Project Runway Canada connection to renowned label Greta Constantine to the independent designers and brands that Donna and Sarah literally wear on set. They have deeper ideas of fashion as armour, self-expression, and collaboration between designer and stylist. Plus, the pair launch a “secret ballot” prediction game for listeners and land on a new sign-off mantra for the series: “Wear Canada Proud.” Links in this episode:
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| Designer Boot Camp: Project Runway Canada Returns | 19 nov. 2025 | 00:42:31 | |
FashionTalks is heading to the runway! In this special series covering the new season of Project Runway Canada, host Donna Bishop is joined by co-host Sarah Jay—fashion director, sustainability consultant, and former wardrobe stylist for the judges on Season 2—to break down each episode of the new season. In this debut recap, they dive into the symbolism of the denim “Canadian tuxedo” challenge, what it really feels like inside the high-pressure workroom, and why shows like Project Runway are so powerful for inspiring and showcasing Canadian fashion talent. Along the way, they share behind-the-scenes memories, talk about icons like Jeanne Beker, Spencer Badu, Coco Rocha, Jason Wu, and Aurora James. Then, Donna sits down with the episode’s eliminated designer, Naomi Shindak, for an intimate one-on-one conversation. You’ll hear about their creative vision, how it felt to show on the runway under intense time constraints, and what’s next on their fashion journey. It’s a front-row seat to the highs, lows, and lessons from Project Runway Canada—told through the eyes of the people living it. Links in this episode:
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| FashionTalks Presents: Fashion Runway Canada | 14 nov. 2025 | 00:00:35 | |
This special FashionTalks series dives into each episode of the new season of Project Runway Canada. Donna will sit down with every eliminated designer for an in-depth exit interview, exploring their creative journey, challenges and what's next. Then Donna teams up with fashion expert Sarah Jay for a lively post-show breakdown—recapping runway wins, design drama, and the trends that truly popped. A must-listen for fashion lovers following the season in real time. | |||
| Creativity, Connection, and Courage: Chelli Look | 13 nov. 2025 | 00:36:54 | |
In part two of discussing the film, Dawn Dusk, Donna sits down with designer Chelli Look to explore the intimate relationship between fashion, emotion, and identity. In this moving conversation, Chelli traces her earliest style memories, the power of accessories, and fashion generally. She opens up about Dawn Dusk, the documentary that followed her craft and her healing, and explains how forgiveness transformed chaos into order—on the inside and in her designs. From chain wallets and second-grade confidence to the precision of working with leather, Chelli reveals how clothing and accessories become a visual conversation with ourselves and the world. The episode goes deeper into creativity as a tool for processing grief, the role of natural light and movement in emotional regulation, and the quiet power of building a brand with intention, community, and care. Chelli shares practical wisdom for designers navigating dark seasons—stay curious, keep creating, and don’t tie your identity to a single medium. With insights on entrepreneurship, material honesty, and fashion as a bridge to connection, this is a must-listen for creators, founders, and anyone who believes style can help us make meaning. Check out Part 1 on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Links in this episode:
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| Slow Fashion, Deep Healing: Inside the Film Dawn Dusk | 30 oct. 2025 | 00:40:31 | |
In this episode of FashionTalks, host Donna Bishop welcomes in the first part of a two part series, filmmakers Blue and Jason, the creative duo behind the award-winning documentary Dawn Dusk. Their film follows Chicago-based leather artisan Chelli Look, whose minimalist, slow-fashion designs became a vessel for processing profound personal loss. As Blue and Jason share, what began as a short maker film evolved into a deeply human story about creativity, resilience, and the healing power of art. Through intimate storytelling, the conversation explores how fashion can transcend aesthetics to become a form of therapy and connection. From Chelli’s quiet studio to the symbolic light that inspired her designs, Blue and Jason reveal the intersection between craftsmanship and emotion—and how observing beauty in life’s darkest moments can illuminate a path forward. Check out part two coming out soon featuring Chelli Look This is an episode for anyone who believes that style, story, and soul are woven from the same thread. Links in this episode:
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| Makeup, Madonna and a whole lot more with MUA Viktor Peters | 09 oct. 2025 | 00:43:33 | |
In this episode, Donna sits down with makeup artist and drag visionary Viktor Peters (a.k.a. Verushka) to explore the transformative power of beauty, fashion, and self-expression. From growing up in a modern Mennonite community in Chihuahua, Mexico to studying music at Canadian Mennonite University and finding his voice in Winnipeg and Toronto, Viktor traces his path through MAC Cosmetics, the discipline of skin tone and texture mastery, and the confidence that makeup can unlock, reframing beauty as artistry, adornment, and identity. Viktor opens up about building Verushka—the “look queen” persona known for fully realized head-to-toe storytelling—and the life-changing night Madonna invited him on stage during “Vogue.” If you’re passionate about beauty culture, drag, Toronto’s scene, MAC legacy campaigns, and the courage it takes to be seen, this conversation delivers inspiration, craft insights, and a powerful testament to the confidence that style can spark. Links in this episode:
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| Brittany Gray on Fancy Face, Beauty & Confidence | 25 sept. 2025 | 00:46:57 | |
Beauty isn’t vanity—it’s self-respect. In this episode, Donna sits down with Brittany Gray, makeup artist and founder of Fancy Face; a beauty service and retail boutique and product line, to explore the transformative power of makeup and the business behind a leading Canadian beauty brand. Brittany shares how performing in Chicago at age 15 and watching Catherine Zeta-Jones on set sparked her vision to bring celebrity-level artistry to everyday women. She traces Fancy Face’s growth from apartment studio to flagship stores (including their PATH Toronto location), and explains why services now span bridal makeup, special events, makeup lessons and virtual consultations across North America. You’ll get quick makeup tips for women 35+-plus Brittany’s “outside-in” philosophy for rebuilding confidence after life’s hard seasons. We also get candid on entrepreneurship: patience, resilience, and building a legacy brand without outside funding. If you’re curious about makeup lessons, bridal beauty, or how to scale a purpose-driven company, this conversation delivers inspiration and practical takeaways in equal measure. Some key points from the episode
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| Success Through Prioritizing Women's Health, Community and Your Values with Nadine Woods | 10 sept. 2025 | 00:52:14 | |
Welcome to the latest episode of FashionTalks! In this episode host Donna Bishop speaks with designer and founder of Mayana, Nadine Woods. Nadine shares many personal details about her unconventional fashion journey.
Donna Bishop @thisisdonnab FashionTalks @fashiontalkspod Mayana @wearmayana CAFA @cafawards TRANSCRIPT: 00:01.14 Donna Bishop Hello, Nadine. It is so wonderful to have you here on Fashion Talks. 00:04.49 Nadine Hi, thank you so much for having me, Donna. I'm really looking forward to our conversation today. 00:08.69 Donna Bishop ah Oh my goodness, it's going to be so juicy because you have such, not just an amazing business, but your purposefulness of the business is so important and interesting, and we're going to get to it. 00:20.37 Donna Bishop But first I want to start off, I love starting with this question with everyone. Everyone, I believe, who works in fashion, who loves fashion, has that moment where they realize, wow, this thing, clothing, this thing, fashion, it carries more power than just making sure I don't get a sunburn, making sure I don't get wet when it rains. 00:40.01 Donna Bishop Do you have a moment where you became aware of the power of fashion? 00:44.72 Nadine Yeah, definitely. i think it's definitely when I started my business, I had a baby and I really was not prepared for my recovery process because they scare us to death into the birth and delivery ah really. And truly, they just make it very fear-based in the West. 01:04.50 Nadine Um, And we're not really prepared for the recovery process. Like we have no idea what's going to happen. And to be fair, so many things could happen. 01:16.38 Nadine But in general, i wasn't prepared for the fact that I wouldn't be able to wear my pre-existing undergarments, like my underwear. And I was used to wearing a certain type of thing, like at that time, like something a little bit, like I would wear thongs. I would wear like all these other things that just, 01:35.15 Nadine you know, wire bras as as we all do. 01:36.94 Donna Bishop As we do. so 01:39.86 Nadine um And i mean, pre COVID, I would say definitely. And I was really used to things that were really pretty underneath. And then when I had my baby, I couldn't fit into anything, but nevermind, I couldn't fit into anything. 01:55.58 Nadine It didn't work for what I needed because when you have a baby, you bleed for six weeks straight and i think a lot of people don't realize that um and there's a lot of things happening if you decide to breastfeed now your breasts are working and so they require space and room and they're uncomfortable because you're getting... | |||
| How To Go After What You Want with Fashion Designer Christopher Bates | 14 août 2025 | 00:45:11 | |
In the latest episode of FashionTalks host Donna Bishop speaks with award winning fashion designer Christopher Bates. Donna and Christopher chat about:
Donna Bishop @thisisdonnab FashionTalks @fashiontalkspod Christopher Bates @chistopher.bates.official CAFA @cafawards TRANSCRIPT: Donna Bishop: [00:00:00] Christopher Bates, it is so wonderful to have you here on Fashion Talks. Thanks so much for joining me. Christopher Bates: Thank you for having me. Donna Bishop: Oh my gosh, it's such a pleasure. And I know we'll get into, because you're coming to us from Milan, Milano. So I love the internationalness of our conversation. Thanks for dealing with the time zones. Christopher Bates: No problemo. Donna Bishop: I love to start off with the same question, which I'm very excited for you to answer, is I believe that all of us who have a love of fashion, who work in fashion, there is a moment, often when we're very young, when we understand that clothing, that fashion has a power beyond just protecting our our bodies from the elements. And I'm wondering if there's one that stands out for you. Christopher Bates: Yeah, I'm glad you asked because I certainly had that moment. And for me, it was when I was young. um i grew up in Vancouver and this would be during the s. I was really into skateboarding and my mom bought my brothers and I [00:01:00] really cool clothes, and Chip and Pepper, TNC surf, lots of neon. And I just loved it. and i was an energetic kid. I remember I never liked wearing pants. I would always wear shorts, even if it was winter in Vancouver, it gets pretty cold. But I'd put on my favorite shorts. I'd run to school every day. And I just felt like, okay, I was in a good mood. Putting on an outfit that I liked made me in a better mood. It enhanced my mood. And I was aware of that even as a kid. I wanted to wear my favorite outfits all the time. So yeah, I loved, loved clothes and I was creative. So I started sketching even back then when I was a kid, just ideas for logos and different pieces. Donna Bishop: And it sounds like you had parents that didn't fight you if you wanted to wear something that made you feel good. Because I'm just thinking about, you know, skateboarding was probably one of the things where I became aware of, you know, street wear and something that was very different from my small town, [00:02:00] Ontario, growing up environment. And it was such a revelation in how different it was. Christopher Bates: Yeah. And I would literally seek that out. Like even from a young age, like if everybody was wearing like blue jeans, I wouldn't want to, I always wanted to be an individual. So I would look for, you know,... | |||
| A Peak Behind the Curtain: Running A Fashion Brand with Myriam McGuire, President and Lead Designer of Maguire | 21 juil. 2025 | 00:41:41 | |
In this latest episode of FashionTalks host Donna Bishop talks with Myriam Maguire, President and Lead Designer of the award winning brand Maguire (founded in 2017). While the 2024 CAFA winner of Accessories Designer of the Year has focused on footwear, it is ever expanding its offerings into a wider range of accessories. Donna and Myriam dive into:
Maguire Shoes - @maguireshoes - www.magguireshoes.com Donna Bishop - @thisisdonnab FashionTalks - @fashiontalkspod CAFA Awards - @cafawards TRANSCRIPT: Donna Bishop Myriam, welcome to Fashion Talks. It's so wonderful to have you here today. 00:04.58 Myriam Yeah, thank you for having me. 00:06.99 Donna Bishop So I love to start with the same question, which is, when was the moment where you were aware that fashion had more power than just clothing that protected us from the elements? When did you realize that there was something more to it than that? 00:22.04 Myriam I think like when I was in high school, like I was in high school in like the 90s and the early two thousand So the style was pretty conservative. It was kind of grunge, like a lot of navy, dark colors. 00:36.06 Donna Bishop Okay. 00:36.03 Myriam and the And then I was looking at magazines and I would see these fun like Mick 60 ads and like things that were really colorful. So I decided high school to wear zebra pants, even though it was like not on trend. It was not a thing. 00:51.52 Myriam And then I realized that everyone was like confused and started looking at me differently. So I was like, and and then it kind of, I think ah kind of built my self-confidence that I was, I could wear something different and I can be any, anything I want, even though like there's like very, and and especially in the nineties and the 2000, it was like the style, there was like one or two style and that's it. You had to be part of a group. 01:17.75 Myriam And I think not, being part of a group and being completely different, I think made made me realize that the the power of fashion and how you can like be anything you want, basically. 01:31.14 Donna Bishop I love stories like that where we realize, like, to me, there's such a paradox where we realize that the power of fashion comes from being being different, but yet sometimes we're dressing to fit in. Like, I love feeling that, you know, that that tension between those two things. 01:46.66 Myriam And I think there was, because there was like different group, but everyone would accept me in like my difference. They would be like, I wouldn't wear it, but it looks really good on you. 01:57.46 Myriam Like that's what I would get in terms of comments. So I felt like it was nice to feel free to do whatever you want, basically. 02:01.31 Donna Bishop Yeah. 02:06.83 Donna Bishop And where did you grow up, Miriam? where did you yeah like Where did you go to school? What kind of kid were... | |||
| Elizabeth Taylor and Other Stories with Designer Alan Anderson | 03 juil. 2025 | 00:58:11 | |
On this episode of FashionTalks host Donna Bishop chats with designer Alan Anderson. Alan has been designing his eponymous line since 1997. His fashion history (and British Royals) knowledge is deep and vast. Alan and Donna discuss:
Alan Anderson - @jewelsbyalan | alananderson.design Donna Bishop - @thisisdonnab FashionTalks - @fashiontalkspod CAFA Awards - @cafawards TRANSCRIPT: 00:01.27 Donna Bishop Alan Anderson, it is so wonderful to have you here on Fashion Talks. Thanks for being here. 00:05.81 Alan Thank you, Donna. Thank you for asking me. 00:08.02 Donna Bishop And look at you in your beautiful atelier. I know we'll get into, you know, kind of your your work and all sorts of things about crystals and costume jewelry, but I love that you're in your workspace. 00:20.06 Donna Bishop It's so nice to get peek behind the curtain that way. 00:21.36 Alan I am. I'm actually in the workroom. The atelier, of course, is in this historic mansion on Jarvis Street in Toronto. And we we like to say it's one of the last Gilded Age mansions. 00:33.61 Alan There's just this little stretch between Carleton and Isabella where we've they've saved these beautiful Victorian buildings. 00:34.83 Donna Bishop Thank you. 00:40.33 Alan So we've been here now. It's weird to say we've been in this space over two years and we just signed the new four-year lease, which is kind of exciting. And we're going to be expanding. We're actually renovating this summer to make the showroom bigger. 00:53.43 Alan But the workspace is, this would have been one of the principal bedrooms in this beautiful house. This house is This half is 1891. The showroom half is 1897. It was built for Edward Blake, who was one of the first premiers of Ontario. 01:09.10 Alan And it's Elliot Knox, one of the foremost Victorian architects in Toronto. And 1900, Jarvis Street was the most fashionable address in Canada, which is really funny to think. Like this was the Gilded Age show. This was the Gilded Age. 01:28.93 Alan And then the history of this building is so intense because not only do I work in this room and I pulled the blinds down cause it's so sunny out. Um, but Ben Wicks, the famous cartoonist, we all grew up with Ben Wicks. 01:42.29 Alan Be nice, clear your eyes for 20 years. 01:43.65 Donna Bishop Absolutely. 01:46.21 Alan This was Ben Wicks cartoon studio and where my work bench is in the window was where his cartoon bench was. And I've actually had people in the neighborhood that are old enough to remember him. 01:58.34 Alan Say they used to look up and seeing him, seeing him, him drawing it as bench and... | |||
| Jeanne Beker Makes Fashion Personal In Her New Memoir Heart On My Sleeve | 19 juin 2025 | 00:38:11 | |
Hello and welcome to season five of FashionTalks. I am your host, Donna Bishop. I know it has been a minute, so thank you so much for joining me today. I'm so glad you're here. I can think of no better guest than to launch this season than Jeanne Beker. Now, Jeannie's been on the podcast before. I'll link it down below. And we talked then about her 27 years as host of fashion television, which transformed the fashion media landscape. Past episode with Jeanne: SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/episode/59AYV2Pr1QbfDssPC5QnD7?si=nxfSt2MZT9upb_ROiIHo0w APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/fashiontalks/id1271856693?i=1000623963957 Today, we are talking about her latest book and newest memoir, Heart on My Sleeve. It is full of intimate, funny, warm, always open and personal stories from all facets of her life and the articles of clothing that inspired them. Transcript: Donna Bishop Jeannie Becker, it is so wonderful to have you here on Fashion Talks. Thank you so much for joining me. 00:06.49 Jeanne Beker Well, thanks for inviting Always love talking with you, Donna. 00:10.41 Donna Bishop oh my gosh, it's such a pleasure. So I always start with the same question and I'm quite delighted because I feel like given our conversation is going to be around your new book, the memoir, Heart on My Sleeve, I love to ask people, because I believe that all of us who love fashion, who work in fashion, have a moment when we realize that clothing, that fashion holds a power that is more than just protecting our bodies from the sun, the wind, the rain, the snow. 00:37.06 Donna Bishop And I'm wondering if there's a moment where you remember harnessing or acknowledging that power. 00:44.05 Jeanne Beker I mean, I think from my earliest memories as a little girl, you know, the the party dresses that I would wear, I mean, that that was always a big deal. ah you know That was the thing that you just look forward to the most. 00:57.02 Jeanne Beker I mean, I know these days, lots of little girls have actual costumes that they wear, you know, like princess costumes and whatnot. I mean, it back in the day, for me, it was just those party dresses with the the crinolines and you know the taffeta dresses, organza dresses, the frills, the lace, the but little applique flowers. 01:05.04 Donna Bishop Thank you. 01:18.40 Jeanne Beker you know So I can't remember specifically there's ah this whole... you know batch of them that I that I have in my in my mind's eye right now but so specifically you know when that was you know I wore my first party dress but I always realized that you know yes that meant a special time and it was incredibly empowering because you just felt the most beautiful in that dress the most beautiful you'd ever seen yourself so definitely going back to my childhood birthday parties. 01:49.45 Donna Bishop I love that. And of course, you talk about your 16th, your sweet 16 in the book, which is such a beautiful story. 01:52.69 Jeanne Beker Hmm. 01:55.28 Donna Bishop And I so loved reading your book, Jeannie. And like I told you, I actually listened to it while i I also read it. So it was so lovely to hear your voice sharing these stories. 02:02.53 Jeanne Beker Hmm. Hmm. 02:05.15 Donna Bishop And I couldn't help but wonder, you know what was your process doing this? Did you have diaries that you could um refer to? Or did you just... | |||
| Fashion Talks Is Back For Season 5 | 04 juin 2025 | 00:01:24 | |
FashionTalks is back for season 5! Join host Donna Bishop as she chats with industry leaders and hot emerging talent about key insights they have learned, how they are got to where they are in life and career, and their love affair with clothes | |||
| Indigenization & Fashion with Amber-Dawn Bear Robe | 26 avr. 2024 | 00:39:38 | |
Presented with the CAFA Changemaker Award in 2023, Amber-Dawn Bear Robe is a curator, art historian and Fashion Show Program Director for the Southwestern Association for Indian Arts. Born in Alberta, Canada, and a member of the Siksika Nation, Bear Robe has spent her career working and lecturing in Native art institutions. Through her work and advocacy, she has played a pivotal role in the representation of Indigenous designers on a national platform. She has demonstrated profound dedication to empowering Indigenous talent, art, and design history and has set the stage for a more inclusive and culturally rich fashion landscape. | |||
| Get Inspired! In Defence of Runway Shows: Vanja Vasic, founder of Fashion Art Toronto | 09 nov. 2023 | 00:38:24 | |
Vanja Vasic founded Fashion Art Toronto (intentionally called FAT) in 2005 making it the longest running fashion event in Toronto (Canada's largest city). In this episode Vanja and Donna discuss:
The next FAT is Nov 16 - 19, 2023 in Toronto, ON. To learn more about Fashion Art Toronto - http://fashionarttoronto.ca/ On IG - https://www.instagram.com/fashionarttoronto/ Founder Vanja Vasic - https://www.instagram.com/_vanjavasic_/ Host Donna Bishop - https://thisisdonnab.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/thisisdonnab/ Follow the podcast IG - https://www.instagram.com/fashiontalkspod/ To learn more about CAFA - the Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards https://www.cafawards.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/cafawards/ This episode was produced by Jason Perrier IG - https://www.instagram.com/ajasonperrier/ Thank you to Nick Craine for the amazing artwork - https://www.nickcraine.com/ | |||
| Icons: John Fluevog, George Clinton & Dame Zandra Rhodes | 26 oct. 2023 | 00:29:36 | |
John Fluevog has been designing shoes since the 1970s. His unmistakeable footwear has graced not just runway shows around the world, but have been worn by countless celebrities including Madonna, Beyoncé and Lady Gaga. George Clinton, known as Parliament known as Funkadelic, came to prominence in the 60s, revolutionized R&B music in the 70s and continues to make music with a host of artists including Dr Dre, Snoop Dogg, LL Cook J and Drake (one of his latest). Dame Zandra Rhodes has been a fashion designer for over 50 years and is the founder of the British Fashion and Textile Museum. She has dressed countless celebrities from Natalie Wood to Diana Ross to Freddy Mercury to Princess Diana. Clinton and Rhodes were in Toronto to launch their latest Fluevog collaborations. Donna Bishop sat down with them in the flagship Fluevog store in Toronto to chat about:
To learn more about John Fluevog - https://www.fluevog.com/ To learn more about George Clinton - https://georgeclinton.com/ To learn more about Dame Zandra Rhodes - https://zandrarhodes.com/ Host Donna Bishop - https://thisisdonnab.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/thisisdonnab/ Follow the podcast IG - https://www.instagram.com/fashiontalkspod/ To learn more about CAFA - the Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards https://www.cafawards.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/cafawards/ This episode was produced by Jason Perrier IG - https://www.instagram.com/ajasonperrier/ Thank you to Nick Craine for the amazing artwork - https://www.nickcraine.com/ | |||
| Breaking Down Web3 and Other Technologies with David Cash, founder Cash Labs | 20 oct. 2023 | 00:49:04 | |
David Cash, founder of Cash Labs, has been identified by Vogue Magazine as the leading force in bringing web3 to market. David, the 2023 CAFA Innovation Award winner, is the founder of Metaverse Fashion Week and has worked with dozens of global brands from Farfetch to Estée Lauder to Verizon to the NBA. In this episode David and host Donna Bishop discuss:
To learn more about Cash Labs - https://www.cashlabs.io/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/cashlabs.io David Cash - https://www.instagram.com/davidcash888/ Host Donna Bishop - https://thisisdonnab.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/thisisdonnab/ Follow the podcast IG - https://www.instagram.com/fashiontalkspod/ To learn more about CAFA - the Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards https://www.cafawards.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/cafawards/ This episode was produced by Jason Perrier IG - https://www.instagram.com/ajasonperrier/ Thank you to Nick Craine for the amazing artwork - https://www.nickcraine.com/ | |||
| Yes. You Need To Be A Thought Leader. Here's How. | 12 oct. 2023 | 00:50:10 | |
As the founder and CEO of Talk Boutique, Andrea Sampson has been training individuals in delivering engaging talks, compelling stories, dynamic presentations and building active communities based on developing thought leadership. Listen to Andrea and Donna Bishop discuss:
To learn more about Andrea Sampson - https://talkboutique.com/ Host Donna Bishop - https://thisisdonnab.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/thisisdonnab/ Follow the podcast IG - https://www.instagram.com/fashiontalkspod/ To learn more about CAFA - the Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards https://www.cafawards.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/cafawards/ This episode was produced by Jason Perrier IG - https://www.instagram.com/ajasonperrier/ Thank you to Nick Craine for the amazing artwork - https://www.nickcraine.com/ | |||
| Show Me The Money: Venture Capital and Outside Financing with Investor Qasim Mohammad | 05 oct. 2023 | 00:39:42 | |
Qasim Mohammad is an investor who currently works out of Wittington Venture. His expertise is deeply rooted in consumer brands. In this episode Qasim and Donna discuss:
The video Qasim mentions in the episode - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LXYxCBBPegg To learn more about Qasim, his thoughts on the marketing and investing, and to connect - https://qasimmohammad.com/ Host Donna Bishop - https://thisisdonnab.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/thisisdonnab/ Follow the podcast IG - https://www.instagram.com/fashiontalkspod/ To learn more about CAFA - the Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards https://www.cafawards.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/cafawards/ This episode was produced by Jason Perrier IG - https://www.instagram.com/ajasonperrier/ Thank you to Nick Craine for the amazing artwork - https://www.nickcraine.com/ | |||
| Essential Legal Advice: IP Protection, Contracts and more | 28 sept. 2023 | 00:38:14 | |
Branding/ fashion lawyer and trademark agent Ashlee Froese breaks down so many myths around the relationship and importance between entrepreneurship (and not just fashion designers), legals, trademarks, IP and more. In this episode you will hear Ashlee Froese and Donna Bishop discuss:
Articles mentioned in this episode:
To connect with Ashlee Froese - https://www.froeselaw.com/contact Host Donna Bishop - https://thisisdonnab.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/thisisdonnab/ Follow the podcast IG - https://www.instagram.com/fashiontalkspod/ To learn more about CAFA - the Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards https://www.cafawards.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/cafawards/ This episode was produced by Jason Perrier IG - https://www.instagram.com/ajasonperrier/ Thank you to Nick Craine for the amazing artwork - https://www.nickcraine.com/ More about Ashlee: Ashlee Froese is a branding & fashion lawyer and trademark agent. She has been practicing law since 2007. She is recognized by the Law Society of Ontario as a Certified Specialist in Trademarks Law; 1 of 6 female lawyers to carry that designation. Since 2017, Ashlee is consistently listed in the World Trademark Review as one of the top 1000 trademark lawyers in the world. In 2019, Ashlee was one of 39 lawyers across Canada to be granted the Lexpert Zenith Award, which recognizes her as a change maker in law. In 2021, Ashlee was granted the World Intellectual Property Review’s Diversity award as an Influential Woman in IP, one of only 69 lawyers worldwide. In 2022, Ashlee was an awardee with the Canadian Law Awards in the Female Trailblazer of the Year category. Prior to launching Froese Law, Ashlee was a partner on Bay Street. She fast tracked to partnership within 6 years. Ashlee's scope of practice includes trademarks, copyright, contract, licensing, domain name, social media, marketing/advertising, packaging/labeling and start up corporate laws. Ashlee holds numerous leadership and mentorship positions | |||
| Essential Tips For Identifying and Managing Burnout, Fear and More | 21 sept. 2023 | 00:31:07 | |
Lara Koretsky is a leadership and business coach pulls back the curtain how she supports her clients to achieve professional success and satisfaction, as well as personal expansion and growth. In this episode Lara talks with host Donna Bishop about:
To learn more about Lara Korestsky and her coaching work - https://www.larakoretsky.com/ Connect with Lara - https://www.larakoretsky.com/contact LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/larakoretsky/ Host Donna Bishop - https://thisisdonnab.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/thisisdonnab/ Follow the podcast IG - https://www.instagram.com/fashiontalkspod/ To learn more about CAFA - the Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards https://www.cafawards.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/cafawards/ This episode was produced by Jason Perrier IG - https://www.instagram.com/ajasonperrier/ Thank you to Nick Craine for the amazing artwork - https://www.nickcraine.com/ | |||
| Business Grant Financing: Navigating The Process, Tools and Tips | 14 sept. 2023 | 00:37:23 | |
Grant financing can be the perfect cash injection to take a business to the next level. In this episode grant consultant Weiyi Chang unpacks the process, shares expectations and offers advice on how to determine if grant financing is right for your business and setting you up for success. Weiyi Chang and host Donna Bishop discuss:
From this episode: Databases mentioned:
Article on Government Grant Financing - https://www.froeselaw.com/post/diversify-your-business-financing-with-government-grants Guest Weiyi Chang - email weiyi@froeselaw.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/weiyi-c-55600a193/ Host Donna Bishop - https://thisisdonnab.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/thisisdonnab/ Follow the podcast IG - https://www.instagram.com/fashiontalkspod/ To learn more about CAFA - the Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards https://www.cafawards.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/cafawards/ This episode was produced by Jason Perrier IG - https://www.instagram.com/ajasonperrier/ Thank you to Nick Craine for the amazing artwork - https://www.nickcraine.com/ | |||
| BEST OF FASHIONTALKS with the Oscar Nominated Luis Sequeira | 05 sept. 2023 | 00:34:16 | |
The Oscar nominated Costume Designer Luis Sequeira got his start in fashion. In this final BEST OF episode Luis and assistant Costume Designer Ann Steel joined Donna Bishop for a live recording of FashionTalks during Toronto Fashion Week. In this episode you will hear Luis and Ann talk about:
To learn more about Luis Sequeira - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0784751/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/luis_sequeira_costumes/?hl=en Host Donna Bishop - https://thisisdonnab.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/thisisdonnab/ Follow the podcast IG - https://www.instagram.com/fashiontalkspod/ To learn more about CAFA - the Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards https://www.cafawards.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/cafawards/ This episode was produced by Jason Perrier IG - https://www.instagram.com/ajasonperrier/ Thank you to Nick Craine for the amazing artwork - https://www.nickcraine.com/ Mentioned in this episode: FashionTalks for Industry Midroll | |||
| BEST OF FASHIONTALKS with Evan Biddell | 29 août 2023 | 00:43:16 | |
Evan Biddell has been designing clothes since his teens. Before he became a viral sensation with The Playsuit, he talked with Donna Bishop in an early FashionTalks episode. In this episode you will hear Evan talk candidly about:
To learn more about Evan Biddell - https://biddell.shop/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/biddell/ Host Donna Bishop - https://thisisdonnab.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/thisisdonnab/ Follow the podcast IG - https://www.instagram.com/fashiontalkspod/ To learn more about CAFA - the Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards https://www.cafawards.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/cafawards/ This episode was produced by Jason Perrier IG - https://www.instagram.com/ajasonperrier/ Thank you to Nick Craine for the amazing artwork - https://www.nickcraine.com/ | |||
| BEST OF FASHIONTALKS with Mina Gerges and Finding Your Authentic Self | 22 août 2023 | 00:37:53 | |
Mina Gerges is known for his fearless self expression, ground breaking modelling gigs and plus size and LGTBQ2S+ advocacy. In this episode you will hear Mina share:
Learn more about Mina Gerges - https://www.itsminagerges.com/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/minagerges/ Host Donna Bishop - https://thisisdonnab.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/thisisdonnab/ Follow the podcast IG - https://www.instagram.com/fashiontalkspod/ To learn more about CAFA - the Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards https://www.cafawards.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/cafawards/ This episode was produced by Jason Perrier IG - https://www.instagram.com/ajasonperrier/ Thank you to Nick Craine for the amazing artwork - https://www.nickcraine.com/ Mentioned in this episode: FashionTalks for Industry Midroll | |||
| BEST OF FASHIONTALKS with Catherine Addai on Making Your Side Hustle Your Full Time | 15 août 2023 | 00:35:37 | |
Making your side hustle your full time gig is one of the most common goals any entrepreneur has. Catherine Addai knows what it means to HUSTLE! In this episode you will hear:
To learn more about Catherine and her brand Kaela Kay - https://kaelakay.com/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/kaelakayonline/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/thecatherineaddai/ Host Donna Bishop - https://thisisdonnab.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/thisisdonnab/ Follow the podcast IG - https://www.instagram.com/fashiontalkspod/ To learn more about CAFA - the Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards https://www.cafawards.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/cafawards/ This episode was produced by Jason Perrier IG - https://www.instagram.com/ajasonperrier/ Thank you to Nick Craine for the amazing artwork - https://www.nickcraine.com/ | |||
| BEST OF FASHIONTALKS with Jeanne Beker on 25 Years of FashionTelevision | 08 août 2023 | 00:36:57 | |
Jeanne Beker is a fashion icon and Canadian treasure. As the host of the ground breaking FashionTelevision Jeanne brought new fans to fashion, opened a portal to the otherwise unseen magic of runways shows and witnessed the entire fashion industry respond to new media. In this episode you will hear Jeanne share stories about:
To learn more about Jeanne Beker - http://www.jeannebeker.com/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/thejeannebeker/ Host Donna Bishop - https://thisisdonnab.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/thisisdonnab/ Follow the podcast IG - https://www.instagram.com/fashiontalkspod/ To learn more about CAFA - the Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards https://www.cafawards.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/cafawards/ This episode was produced by Jason Perrier IG - https://www.instagram.com/ajasonperrier/ Thank you to Nick Craine for the amazing artwork - https://www.nickcraine.com/ | |||
| Teaser for FashionTalks For Industry | 02 août 2023 | 00:00:57 | |
That's a wrap on season 4! But don't worry - FashionTalks isn't going anywhere. We will return in September with a special series, FashionTalks for Industry. Host Donna Bishop will interview experts in legals, grant writing, thought leadership, financing, marketing, managing burnout and more. A host of topics to support you and your business whether you are a designer, entrepreneur, creative director, freelancer - any. career that touches fashion. Until then, enjoy some favourite episodes from the vault throughout the month of August. Host Donna Bishop - https://thisisdonnab.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/thisisdonnab/ Follow the podcast IG - https://www.instagram.com/fashiontalkspod/ To learn more about CAFA - the Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards https://www.cafawards.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/cafawards/ This episode was produced by Jason Perrier IG - https://www.instagram.com/ajasonperrier/ Thank you to Nick Craine for the amazing artwork - https://www.nickcraine.com/ | |||
| David Bowie, Adaptive Fashion & Putting People First Design with Izzy Camilleri | 26 juil. 2023 | 00:46:14 | |
Izzy Camilleri is a big deal. As one of Canada's most celebrated fashion designers she has dressed A list celebrities from David Bowie to Meryl Streep. In 2005 her world and career changed when a woman living with paralysis asked Izzy to design some custom clothing that would work with her power wheelchair. This entry into adaptive clothing pivoted her career in a profound way. In this episode:
To watch Izzy's Ted Talks - https://www.izzycamilleri.com/galleries/ted-talk/ To learn more about Izzy and IZ Adaptive - https://www.izzycamilleri.com/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/izzy.camilleri/ Host Donna Bishop - https://thisisdonnab.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/thisisdonnab/ Follow the podcast IG - https://www.instagram.com/fashiontalkspod/ To learn more about CAFA - the Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards https://www.cafawards.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/cafawards/ This episode was produced by Jason Perrier IG - https://www.instagram.com/ajasonperrier/ Thank you to Nick Craine for the amazing artwork - https://www.nickcraine.com/ | |||
| The Photoshoot That Changed Her Life, Fashion & Manifestation with Lori Simeunovic | 19 juil. 2023 | 00:41:05 | |
Fashion intersects with some surprising places! Case in point, tarot reader Lori Simeunovic has a ton of experience harnessing and acknowledging the power of adornment as it pertains to empowerment, manifestation and more. In this episode Lori and Donna discuss:
The jeweller who made the necklace Lori mentioned - https://katekingjewellery.com/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/katekingjewellery/?igshid=Y2IzZGU1MTFhOQ%3D%3D Wendy Alana, photographer Lori did the boudoir photoshoot with - https://wendyalanaphotography.com/portfolio-item/boudoir/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/wendyalanaphoto/?igshid=Y2IzZGU1MTFhOQ%3D%3D To learn more about Lori - https://www.tarotlori.com/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/tarot.lori/ Host Donna Bishop - https://thisisdonnab.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/thisisdonnab/ Follow the podcast IG - https://www.instagram.com/fashiontalkspod/ To learn more about CAFA - the Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards https://www.cafawards.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/cafawards/ This episode was produced by Jason Perrier IG - https://www.instagram.com/ajasonperrier/ Thank you to Nick Craine for the amazing artwork - https://www.nickcraine.com/ | |||
| The Continued Evolution of Fashionable Creator Lisa Corbo | 12 juil. 2023 | 00:34:22 | |
Lisa Corbo has been around the fashion block. She has been a textile designer, fashion designer, interior designer, buyer, retail entrepreneur, stylist and most recently has added digital creator to her incredible career. Lisa has so much to share and a ton of amazing stories, experiences and insights. In this episode Lisa talks about:
To learn more and follow Lisa Corbo on IG - https://www.instagram.com/lisacorbo/ Host Donna Bishop - https://thisisdonnab.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/thisisdonnab/ Follow the podcast IG - https://www.instagram.com/fashiontalkspod/ To learn more about CAFA - the Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards https://www.cafawards.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/cafawards/ This episode was produced by Jason Perrier IG - https://www.instagram.com/ajasonperrier/ Thank you to Nick Craine for the amazing artwork - https://www.nickcraine.com/ | |||
| Bringing Indigenous Fashion into the Mainstream with Sage Paul, Executive & Artistic Director of Indigenous Fashion Arts | 05 juil. 2023 | 00:41:49 | |
Sage Paul is a designer, artist, creator and the executive & artistic director of Indigenous Fashion Arts, an organization committed to exploring the deep connections between mainstream fashion, Indigenous art and traditional practice through presentation for broad audiences and industries. In this episode you will hear Sage and Donna talk about:
To learn more about Sage Paul - http://sagepaul.com/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/sagepaul/ To learn more about Indigenous Fashion Arts - https://indigenousfashionarts.com/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/indigenousfashionarts/ Host Donna Bishop - https://thisisdonnab.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/thisisdonnab/ Follow the podcast IG - https://www.instagram.com/fashiontalkspod/ To learn more about CAFA - the Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards https://www.cafawards.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/cafawards/ This episode was produced by Jason Perrier IG - https://www.instagram.com/ajasonperrier/ Thank you to Nick Craine for the amazing artwork - https://www.nickcraine.com/ | |||
| Designing in the Dark: Being Black in Fashion with Designer George Sully | 28 juin 2023 | 00:58:29 | |
George Sully has been designing for over 20 years. Yet despite that history he, and other designers, have been designing in the dark for years. George is candid, clear and passionate while sharing his story and the future of designing. In this episode you will hear:
ABOUT GEORGE SULLY: Multidisciplinary designer, entrepreneur and activist are all different ways one can begin to describe George Sully. Based in Toronto, with an impressive worldwide network, Sully has established a collective of multifaceted companies that leverage him as an innovative player in the world of multimedia content creation and fashion design. Celebrated CAFA Change-maker Award winner, George Brown honorary degree recipient and FGI Visionary Award Winner, Sully is also known for his collaborations that include but not limited to, DHL, EBAY, Disney, Hudson’s Bay, and Mercedes Benz. Sully is also a Bata Shoe Museum inductee, creator of Black designers of Canada, co-founder of House of Hayla and creator of break-out brand Sully & Son Company. To learn more about George Sully - https://georgesully.com/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/realgeorgesully/ To learn more about Black Designers of Canada - https://blackdesignersofcanada.com/ To learn more about CAFA - the Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards https://www.cafawards.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/cafawards/ This episode was produced by Jason Perrier IG - https://www.instagram.com/ajasonperrier/ Host Donna Bishop - https://thisisdonnab.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/thisisdonnab/ Follow the podcast IG - https://www.instagram.com/fashiontalkspod/ Thank you to Nick Craine for the amazing artwork - https://www.nickcraine.com/ | |||
| Beyond Meghan Markle: Designer Nina Kharey on Her New Venture Folds | 21 juin 2023 | 00:34:22 | |
Nina Kharey rose to acclaim when Meghan Markle wore a design from her label Nonie. Now she is dedicated to designing for an industry that has seen little to no innovation in over 50 years: Scrubs. In this episode you will hear:
Here is the episode with Dr Liza Egboyah referenced in our conversation - https://open.spotify.com/episode/45tkps2FmhBgS7reW4uWft To lean more about Folds - https://foldswear.com/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/foldswear/ To learn more about Nina - https://www.noniewear.com/pages/about IG - https://www.instagram.com/ninakharey/ To learn more about CAFA - the Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards https://www.cafawards.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/cafawards/ This episode was produced by Jason Perrier IG - https://www.instagram.com/ajasonperrier/ Host Donna Bishop - https://thisisdonnab.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/thisisdonnab/ Follow the podcast IG - https://www.instagram.com/fashiontalkspod/ Thank you to Nick Craine for the amazing artwork - https://www.nickcraine.com/ | |||
| What it Takes to Make It with designer Hilary MacMillan | 14 juin 2023 | 00:35:40 | |
Hilary MacMillan has been at the helm of her namesake label for 10 years! She is no stranger to all the facets of entrepreneurship. We talk about all the things the weigh on the mind of business owners:
And she shares what she really wants Canadians to know about our fashion industry (her thoughts may surprise you...) To learn more about Hilary MacMillan - https://www.hilarymacmillan.com/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/hilarymacmillan/ To learn more about CAFA - the Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards https://www.cafawards.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/cafawards/ This episode was produced by Jason Perrier IG - https://www.instagram.com/ajasonperrier/ Host Donna Bishop - https://thisisdonnab.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/thisisdonnab/ Follow the podcast IG - https://www.instagram.com/fashiontalkspod/ Thank you to Nick Craine for the amazing artwork - https://www.nickcraine.com/ | |||
| Father, Unexpected Fashion Designer & Trans Advocate Jamie Alexander, founder of Rubies | 07 juin 2023 | 00:47:34 | |
Jamie Alexander got thrown into the fashion industry when his daughter Ruby wanted to wear a bikini like her friends. Something that was fun and girlie with tween/ teen vibes. Ruby, who is trans, wanted something that made her feel like herself. When Jamie and his wife looked for options for their daughter, there was nothing that fit what they, and Ruby, were looking for. So Jamie embarked on making it for her. In this episode you will hear:
If you or someone you know is looking for information, education and support here are some resources:
To learn more about Rubies - https://rubyshines.com/ Follow on IG - https://www.instagram.com/rubiesdad/ To learn more about CAFA - the Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards https://www.cafawards.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/cafawards/ This episode was produced by Jason Perrier IG - https://www.instagram.com/ajasonperrier/ Host Donna Bishop - https://thisisdonnab.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/thisisdonnab/ Follow the podcast IG - https://www.instagram.com/fashiontalkspod/ Thank you to Nick Craine for the amazing artwork - https://www.nickcraine.com/ | |||
| Making An Impact in the Beauty Industry with Jenn Harper, Founder & CEO of Cheekbone Beauty | 31 mai 2023 | 00:40:07 | |
Jenn Harper, founder and CEO of Cheekbone Beauty, is making a serious impact. Not just because her sustainable beauty brand is now available in Sephora (Canada) and JC Penny (USA). Not just because she is creating an example for other Indigenous people of what is possible; to see and feel their value. Not just because of how she has overcome generational trauma and created her own journey to sobriety. But because she is all of these at once. In this episode Jenn and Donna discuss:
To learn more and shop Cheekbone Beauty - https://www.cheekbonebeauty.com/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/cheekbonebeauty/ Follow Jenn Harper - https://www.instagram.com/jennlharper/ To learn more about CAFA - the Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards https://www.cafawards.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/cafawards/ This episode was produced by Jason Perrier IG - https://www.instagram.com/ajasonperrier/ Host Donna Bishop - https://thisisdonnab.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/thisisdonnab/ Follow the podcast IG - https://www.instagram.com/fashiontalkspod/ Thank you to Nick Craine for the amazing artwork - https://www.nickcraine.com/ | |||
| Hormones & Heels: Designer Dr Liza Egbogah on What Happens When We Wear Shoes | 24 mai 2023 | 00:42:06 | |
If you love and hate your heels you are not alone (and you are not imagining it). Dr Liza Egbogah is not just acclaimed shoe designer, she is also a Chiropractic Doctor and manual osteopath. Dr Liza discusses with Donna Bishop:
To learn more and shop dr liza shoes - https://www.drlizashoes.com/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/drlizashoes/ Follow Dr Liza - https://www.instagram.com/drliza/ To learn more about CAFA - the Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards https://www.cafawards.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/cafawards/ This episode was produced by Jason Perrier IG - https://www.instagram.com/ajasonperrier/ Host Donna Bishop - https://thisisdonnab.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/thisisdonnab/ Follow the podcast IG - https://www.instagram.com/fashiontalkspod/ Thank you to Nick Craine for the amazing artwork - https://www.nickcraine.com/ | |||
| How To Live A Fulfilled Life with Full Time Physician & Full Time Fashion Designer Seda Rafilovich | 17 mai 2023 | 00:29:35 | |
Do you ever feel like you have 2 passions, or even 2 conflicting desires, inside you? Seda Rafilovich does and she has maintained both of them, medicine and fashion, throughout her entire life. She is full of life advice and inspiration on how to live a fulfilled life. In this episode we talk about:
To learn more and discover Seda - https://sedaworld.com/ To learn more about her philanthropic initiative for geriatric medicine - https://sedaworld.com/pages/seda-x-shn-foundation Follow Seda - https://www.instagram.com/sedaworldfashion/ To learn more about CAFA - the Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards https://www.cafawards.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/cafawards/ This episode was produced by Jason Perrier IG - https://www.instagram.com/ajasonperrier/ Host Donna Bishop - https://thisisdonnab.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/thisisdonnab/ Follow the podcast IG - https://www.instagram.com/fashiontalkspod/ Thank you to Nick Craine for the amazing artwork - https://www.nickcraine.com/ | |||
| AI, Fashion and the Hype Cycle with Amanda Cosco of Electric Runway | 09 mai 2023 | 00:37:36 | |
It all started with a cyborg named Neil. You can not deny that fashion and technology are forever intertwined. Electric Runway founder, journalist Amanda Costco unpacks the good, the bad and the grey in between discussing this relationship. Where are we in the hype cycle? What is going to stick and what is just passing amusement? What are the global priorities as it pertains to fashion and tech? Manufacturing, the metaverse, filters, robots, avatars - where are we? Amanda and Electric Runway - https://electricrunway.com/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/electric_runway/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@electric_runway? To learn more about CAFA - the Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards https://www.cafawards.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/cafawards/ This episode was produced by Jason Perrier IG - https://www.instagram.com/ajasonperrier/ Host Donna Bishop - https://thisisdonnab.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/thisisdonnab/ Follow the podcast IG - https://www.instagram.com/fashiontalkspod/ Thank you to Nick Craine for the amazing artwork - https://www.nickcraine.com/ | |||
| Identity, Culture, Confidence: Raj Girn, Founder of Anokhi Life, on Fusing Indian and Western Fashion | 03 mai 2023 | 00:42:52 | |
This episode is JAM PACKED. Raj Girn, founder of Anokhi Life, is a is a multi-award winning media & events entrepreneur, brand strategist, marketing consultant, confidence coach, #1 best-selling author, and entertainment personality. She is widely recognized as an expert in niche branding, media, marketing, and public relations, having worked with a vast array of globally recognized brands and celebrities for almost 2 decades. Raj and I cover a lot of ground in this episode. You will hear about:
To learn more about Anokhi Life and the 20th anniversary events https://www.anokhilife.com/ Tickets for the Anokhi 20th anniversary events - https://www.anokhi20.com/tickets/ Raj Girn - https://www.rajgirn.com/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/rajgirn/ To learn more about CAFA - the Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards www.cafawards.ca IG - https://www.instagram.com/cafawards/ This episode was produced by Jason Perrier IG - https://www.instagram.com/ajasonperrier/ Host Donna Bishop - https://thisisdonnab.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/thisisdonnab/ Follow the podcast IG - https://www.instagram.com/fashiontalkspod/ Thank you to Nick Craine for the amazing artwork - https://www.nickcraine.com/ | |||
| Wear Whatever the F*ck You Want with Naomi Shapiro of Rock n Karma | 25 avr. 2023 | 00:36:12 | |
Naomi Shapiro of long standing brand Rock n Karma is breaking down over 25 years of fashion success; from street vending as a teenager to kiosks in major malls to store fronts in some of Toronto's coolest neighbourhoods. Naomi is a force of knowledge and experience. Here energy is infectious as is her positive outlook on life, as well as fashion. In this episode you'll hear all about:
Check out Rock N Karma 789 Queen St W Toronto, ON https://www.rocknkarma.com/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/rocknkarma/ To learn more about CAFA - the Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards https://www.cafawards.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/cafawards/ This episode was produced by Jason Perrier IG - https://www.instagram.com/ajasonperrier/ Host Donna Bishop - https://thisisdonnab.ca/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/thisisdonnab/ Follow the podcast IG - https://www.instagram.com/fashiontalkspod/ Thank you to Nick Craine for the amazing artwork - https://www.nickcraine.com/ | |||