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| Jessica Tarlov on Being The Outnumbered Fox Host | 21 Sep 2026 | 00:59:47 | |
Jessica Tarlov is one of the co-hosts of The Five on FOX News, where she offers a liberal POV among the primarily conservative roundtable. She also co-hosts the podcast, Raging Moderates, with NYU Professor Scott Galloway. Jessica did not start her career in broadcasting—she’s a former Democratic pollster, researcher, and strategist—but her ability to argue her position goes back further than any of her roles. Today, she joins us to share why we’re too worried about being likable and spend too much time being offended. She covers all of this in her new book, I Disagree: Winning Arguments Without Losing Friends, now available wherever books are sold. 0:00 Introduction 2:31 Dress for the job you want 4:37 Growing up in New York/Parents who bring their work home 9:48 The lessons of 9/11 14:33 Learning to hash it out 15:45 The truth about political identity 20:17 The Tracy Flick Comparison 23:38 Elle Woods: A mascot for our generation 25:32 What does a political strategist do? 26:35 Raising sons v. daughters 31:10 Are we really being transparent? 33:12 Researching millennials 34:22 Stop acting so weird and offended 36:17 Why Fox News? 40:19 From Contributor to The Five Cohost 41:48 Returning from Maternity Leave 44:20 I Disagree 46:50 Being credible < Being likable 48:23 Joy in this political climate 49:53 Less education, more real life experience 51:59 Would You Rather 53:17 Argent Afterthoughts: Gloria Steinem On Sali: Argent Edgar Blazer, Fine Knit Shortsleeve Polo, and Cropped Straight Leg Trouser Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff @c__biz Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at @wtfstudios Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Monica Padman Co-Hosts The Special 10-Year Episode | 07 Sep 2026 | 00:58:03 | |
Today on a special episode of Work Friends, we’re flipping the script—as Monica Padman, Co-host and Producer @armchairexppod, interviews Sali in celebration of 10 years of Argent and the upcoming launch of its most ambitious campaign to-date. Monica asks Sali about why and how she built a fashion brand without a fashion background, why it’s beneficial to be the opposite of a gatekeeper, and how Argent brought 100 women together to commemorate the decade milestone. The Argent 10-Year Campaign and Capsule Collection Launches September 8 at argentwork.com 0:00 - Introduction 2:38 - How Monica Became a Work Friend 5:30 - What is Work Friends? 7:48 - Being a Superconnector 10:50 - Learning Gender Dynamics 15:10 - Best Meet Cute Ever? 19:36 - The Child-of-Immigrants Experience 22:24 - Millennial Fashion 26:14 - Quit My Job, Started Argent 31:10 - The Girlboss “Distraction” 35:49 - Men Are Part of This 38:50 - Women: Say Yes 41:29 - Creating The 100-Women Campaign Image 49:00 - The Magenta 10-Year Capsule 52:20 - The Opposite of Gatekeeping 54:04 - Sali Speed Round! On Sali: Argent Tailored Cargo Pants On Monica: Argent Belted Double Breasted Blazer, Slim Blouse, and Park Trouser Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff @c__biz Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at @goldmine.podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Emily Current and Meritt Elliott Rewrote The Script on Women’s Success | 24 Aug 2026 | 00:52:32 | |
Emily Current and Meritt Elliott are the cofounders of the LA-based clothing and lifestyle brand, The Great. The two met in college and have been friends and creative partners practically ever since, navigating several successful career chapters. Most notably, they founded the iconic denim brand of the 2000s and 2010s, Current/Elliott. As business partners and best friends, they've rewritten the playbook for how women work together, find success (again and again), and continue to bring magic to their work, even if it makes others uncomfortable. Watch this episode on YouTube! 0:00 - Introduction 1:45 - Comfort = Confidence 2:20 - Emily & Meritt's Upbringing 4:38 - Bonding Over Vintage Jeans 7:28 - Beginnings of a Fashion Career 9:52 - Styling Up and Coming Artists 13:51 - Taken Seriously at a Young Age 17:23 - Launching Current/Elliott 23:52 - Working in a Male-Dominated Field 27:24 - Naivete: Blessing and a Curse 30:59 - A Vogue Milestone 33:43 - Exiting Current/Elliott 35:00 - Friendship Is the Superpower of Creativity 36:56 - Launching Brand #2: The Great 40:53 - Defining Success 43:12 - Advice for Fashion Entrepreneurs 45:02 - Would You Rather? 46:44 - Argent Afterthoughts: Advice for Interviewing After a Layoff On Sali: Argent Straight Leg Trouser and The Great The Crochet Polo On Meritt: Argent Tie Back Top and Peak Lapel Blazer Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff @c__biz Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podhead Studios @podheadstudios Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Savannah James & April McDaniel on Friendship, Failure, & Why Everybody’s Crazy | 10 Aug 2026 | 00:55:06 | |
April McDaniel and Savannah James cohost the podcast Everybody's Crazy, lead a 400-plus members-only community for women, Let It Break, and launched their own holding company this year, Signed. But more so, they’re best friends navigating BIG success—one they didn’t see coming. In the lead up to a new season of Everybody’s Crazy, they swap hosting seats to share with Sali how their hit show started with a flip phone, what it really means to work with your BFF, and why their differences are actually key to their success. The new season of Everybody's Crazy premieres August 25 and will be available wherever you get your podcasts. Watch this episode on YouTube! 0:00 - Introduction 2:01 - This Week's "Oh No" 3:46 - Savannah & April's Upbringing 8:06 - Love/Hate Relationship with Work 11:39 - The Importance of Female Friendship 15:40 - Savannah's Entrepreneurship 19:11 - April On Being Meant For Big Things 22:54 - Women Need To Take Risks 25:19 - Navigating Failure 29:39 - "No One Is Exempt From Hardship" 32:55 - Let It Break 35:06 - Everybody's Crazy 42:04 - Friends and Business Partners? 45:22 - Launching Signed 47:50 - A New Season of Everybody's Crazy 49:10 - In Sync with Your Partners 52:05 - Would You Rather? On Sali: Argent Straight Leg Trouser & Belted Peal Lapel Blazer Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Valerie Jarrett on Making White House History | 27 Jul 2026 | 00:59:48 | |
Valerie Jarrett, CEO and a member of the board of directors of the Obama Foundation, joins us to discuss how she became the longest-serving advisor to any US President. From law school to local politics to a vital role in the highest office of government, Valerie’s career is exemplary and—as evidenced by the Obama Presidential Center that opened just weeks ago in Chicago—continues to make history. 0:00 - Introduction 2:22 - Obama Presidential Center Opening 5:29 - Growing Up in Iran & Chicago 10:00 - Strong Working Parent Examples 12:38 - Working Mom Guilt 14:40 - "This Must Be Someone Else's Life" 17:21 - Meeting Michelle Robinson & Barack Obama 22:35 - Finding Purpose in Public Service 25:49 - Becoming President Obama’s Senior Advisor 30:50 - What Does a Senior Advisor Do? 35:59 - Fighting For Gender Equity 45:21 - Running For Office 46:34 -Defining Success After The White House 48:50 - Can I Make a Difference? 52:07 - The Obama Foundation Impact 55:50 - Advice for Working in Public Service 57:29 - Would You Rather? On Sali: Argent Two-Button Blazer, Crewneck Tank, and Soho Trouser Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Misty Copeland on Trailblazing the Ballet World and Having No Regrets | 13 Jul 2026 | 01:02:12 | |
Misty Copeland is the truest definition of the trailblazer, most notably making history as the first Black woman to be promoted to a Principal dancer at American Ballet Theatre. After 25 years with the company, she took her final bow last fall...and yet her life’s work has only just begun. Through the Misty Copeland Foundation and her role on the boards of Lincoln Center and other arts institutions, Misty today has a seat at the table to drive change and create a more inclusive future for all dancers. She joins us to share how, and takes us through her singular career journey. 0:00 - Introduction 2:18 - Healing from Hip Replacement 3:40 - Growing Up In Survival Mode 6:50 - Discovering Dance at 13 10:33 - My First Ballet Teacher Changed My Life 16:30 - Pursuing a Career & American Ballet Theatre 23:15 - Moving to New York at 17 24:24 - Do Dancers Get Career Advice? 29:12 - Injured The First Year at ABT 33:14 - How Prince Became Her Champion 37:32 - Pancaking Ballet Shoes 40:29 - Advocation For Yourself 43:46 - Promoted To Principle Dancer 52:32 - Taking a Final Bow 58:01 - Advice For Future Trailblazers 55:07 - The Misty Copeland Foundation & Retired Life 58:40 - Advice For Future Trailblazers 1:00:03 - Would You Rather? On Sali: Argent Double Breasted Blazer, Tank, and Single Pleat Trouser On Misty: Argent Slim Blouse and Soho Trouser Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff @c__biz Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Jennifer Siebel Newsom on Why Women Are Key to a Thriving Democracy | 29 Jun 2026 | 01:05:14 | |
An award-winning filmmaker, advocate, and the First Partner of California, Jennifer Siebel Newsom is a staunch advocate for women and girls. It’s been the throughline of her career—from her work with Conservation International to earning a Stanford MBA, from acting on screen to moving behind the lens of her award-winning 2011 documentary, Miss Representation. Now, on the heels of the follow-up, Miss Representation: Rise Up, she joins us to share the real story of her life’s work. For more information on Miss Representation: Rise Up, including how to host a screening and watch the film, visit missrepresentationriseup.org. 0:00 - Introduction 2:33 - Biggest "Oh No" This Week 3:03 - Coming of Age 8:16 - The SAHM Power Inequity 10:23 - Conservation International 11:39 - Growing Up With Sisters 13:01 - Healing from Family Trauma 15:03 - Getting a Stanford MBA 19:29 - Pivoting to Acting 27:02 - Making Miss Representation 39:57 - Importance of Female Mentorship 43:56 - Miss Representation: Rise Up 48:43 - Being First Partner of California 55:40- Turning the Lens on Men 58:58 - Being a Better Consumer 1:01:35 - Would You Rather On Sali: Argent Chelsea Blazer, Camisole, and Single Pleat Trouser On Jennifer: Argent Bias Dress Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff @c__biz Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Sophie Lopez on Why Resilience is More Important than Talent | 15 Jun 2026 | 00:59:26 | |
One of the biggest stylists of the moment, Sophie Lopez, got her start in magazines after some very persistent letter writing. And her resiliency continued to pay off as she transitioned to a freelance styling role. She built a list of incredible clients—including Kate Hudson, whom she’s worked with for two decades—built her personal brand on social media, and recently stepped into a stylist role for Kate’s Isla Gordon on Netflix's Running Point season 2 (where a lot of Argent can be spotted). This week, Sophie takes us through the real story of building her career—the ups, downs, and the many times she ran before she could walk. 0:00 - Introduction 5:52 - Playing Dress Up & Styling Barbies 12:20 - A Foot in the Door at Conde Nast 16:31 - From Super Intern to Stylist 20:04 - Failure is Just a Lesson On Sali: Argent Edgar Blazer, x Citizens of Humanity Ayla Baggy On Sophie: Argent Longsleeve Draped Dress Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff @c__biz Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Suneera Madhani: “Entrepreneurship Is The Craziest Thing You Can Do” | 01 Jun 2026 | 01:03:38 | |
Suneera Madhani is fully aware that being an entrepreneur is one of the wildest career choices one can make. And yet, this unicorn CEO is on a mission to help more women build their dream businesses. As the former co-founder of Stax, current founder of Worth AI, and founder of CEO School, Suneera has a lot to share about what it means to be an entrepreneur, to shift from a founder mindset to a CEO mindset, and to—more often than not—be the only woman in the room. 0:00 - Introduction 3:43 - Biggest "Oh No" Moment 8:41 - Child of Immigrants 14:33 - First in the Family to go to College 17:25 - Quitting Her Job, Founding Stax 20:45 - Take Risks in Your 20s 22:45 - Stepping Into the CEO Role 26:55 - Entrepreneurship is the Craziest You Can Do 31:00 - Learning People Skills 35:16 - Mentorship and Advocacy 44:30 - Starting CEO School 51:17 - Florida's First Female Fintech Unicorn 53:47 - Leaving Stax & Launching Worth AI 57:27 - Fundraising While Pregnant 1:00:40 - Would You Rather? On Sali: Argent Double Breasted Crewneck Blazer and Pleated Tapered Trouser On Suneera: Argent Bowery Vest and Pleated Trouser Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff @c__biz Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Hannah Bronfman On The Truth About Investing in Women | 18 May 2026 | 01:01:29 | |
Hannah Bronfman has worn many hats in her career: DJ, entrepreneur, VC, content creator. And today, she’s walking through them all…without glossing over the tough parts. After all, Hannah has built a community that comes to her for her openness to share—from wellness advice to deeply personal losses to business plans that inevitably turned soul-crushing. We spoke with her on the heels of her debut on Amazon’s "The CEO Club," and got the updates that you didn’t see on the show. 0:00 - Introduction 2:10 - Biggest "Oh No" Moment 6:05 - Growing up in New York City 9:21 - Paris Hilton (in Paris) 11:40 - Becoming a DJ 15:45 - Burnout & Wellness Journey 19:21 - Entrepreneurship & Failure 26:40 - #HBFIT 28:45 - Fertility, Vulnerability, & Community 30:20 - Funding Female Founders 39:28 - Conteur Capital 46:19 - “The CEO Club” & Fundraising Challenges 49:00 - “The CEO of Hannah Bronfman" 51:58 - What Happens Behind the Scenes 56:28 - Advice for Entrepreneurs 59:11 - Would You Rather? On Sali: Double-Breasted Blazer, Shortsleeve Scoop Neck, and Pleated Trouser Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff @c__biz Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Jennifer Fisher on Why Failure is Essential to Success | 04 May 2026 | 00:50:03 | |
Jennifer Fisher, the Founder and Chief Brand Officer of jewelry label Jennifer Fisher, and the NYTimes-anointed “queen of hoops,” sits down with Sali today. She’s sharing a glimpse at the 20+ year success story that started unintentionally—with a piece of personalized jewelry to celebrate the birth of her child. It's grown into a lifestyle brand with her personal story at the forefront. From designing to developing her own seasoning salts, to the release of her cookbook, Trust Your Gut, and a new wellness platform, Maedyn, Jennifer is a founder who truly breaks the mold. 0:00 - Introduction 47:36 - Would You Rather? On Sali: Argent Chelsea Blazer, Fine Knit Sleeveless, and Pleated Tapered Trouser On Jennifer: Argent Sculpted Blazer and Tuxedo Trouser Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff @c__biz Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Melissa Murray on Why We All Need a Refresher on The Constitution | 20 Apr 2026 | 01:03:27 | |
Melissa Murray is an NYU Law professor, New York Times bestselling author, and cohost of @strictscrutinypodcast, where she breaks down the biggest legal battles and political messes in our country. She’s also the author of The U.S. Constitution: A Comprehensive and Annotated Guide for the Modern Reader, set to release on May 5. Today, she sits down with Sali to share how she established herself as a prominent voice in law, to remind us of the power of “we the people,” and to explain why she refuses to discuss the law from a place of neutrality. Listen or watch the full episode at the link in bio. 0:00 - Introduction 2:45 - Biggest "Oh No" Moment 4:35 - Child of Jamaican Immigrants 11:18 - “Maybe I could be a lawyer.” 13:45 - Navigating Grief Before College 15:25 - A Full Scholarship to UVA 18:03 - Deferring Yale Law 21:08 - Clerking for Justice Sonia Sotomayor 23:45 - A Mentorship Misconception 27:09 - Working in Education 43:18- Being a Professor in 2026 39:30- Coaching Middle School Debate Club 41:30 - "Strict Scrutiny" & Ditching Neutrality 44:20 - Why Write a Book On The U.S. Constitution? 53:55 - Dress Code for Lawyers 58:51 - “You have to know what your season is.” 1:00:49 - Would You Rather? Clarifications: At 47:35, the Constitution was ratified in state legislatures, not in Philadelphia. At 49:00, Dred Scott was decided in 1857 not 1858. On Sali: Argent Double-Breasted Crewneck Blazer and Single Pleat Trouser On Melissa: Argent Double-Breasted Blazer and Wide Leg Trouser Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff @c__biz Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Kerry Docherty on Reclaiming "Selfish" | 06 Apr 2026 | 00:48:59 | |
Today, Sali sits down with Kerry Docherty. With a background in law and as a mindfulness coach, Kerry is a cofounder of Faherty Brand, where she works alongside her husband and her brother-in-law, pushing for progress in the fashion industry. Kerry is also the author of the upcoming memoir, Selfish, debuting April 21. In it, she shares an intimate look at her relationship to her career, her marriage, and herself—an account that’s honest, vulnerable, messy at times, and reclaims what it means to be called “selfish.” Selfish: Unlearning, Reclaiming, and Telling the Truth, by Kerry Docherty, releases April 21 and is available for preorder now! 0:00 - Introduction 3:35 - Biggest "Oh No" Moment 4:50 - Growing Up in Buffalo, NY 7:50 - Obsession with Morbidity to Becoming a Lawyer 10:22 - Building a Mindfulness Practice 13:30 - Leaving Law, Becoming a Mindfulness Coach 14:26 - Being a Faherty Co-Founder 16:09 - Psychic Advice 21:06 - Working With a Spouse 26:35 - Changing Fashion Through Faherty 30:50 - Being selfish 39:50 - Sugarcoated Founder Stories 44:50 - Advice for Mindfulness at Work 46:50 - Would You Rather? On Sali: Argent Copain Blazer and Pleated Trouser On Kerry: Argent Single Button Blazer and Straight Leg Trouser Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff @c__biz Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Chelsea Leyland on Why Doctors Should Prescribe Community | 23 Mar 2026 | 00:59:37 | |
Starting in her late teens, Chelsea Leyland built a global DJ career, collaborating with some of the world's biggest fashion brands. However, it was her personal health struggles that led to her work now in advocacy and as the cofounder of Looni, a menstrual health and wellness company. Chelsea was diagnosed with epilepsy in childhood and, after suffering with painful periods for years, she was also diagnosed with endometriosis in her 20s. Today, she sits down with Sali to share her incredible journey, from searching for treatments and becoming a vocal advocate for plant-based medicine, to finding the right cofounder and understanding the essential role community plays in the healing journey. 0:53 - Introduction 2:56 - Biggest "Oh No" Moment 3:58 - Growing Up In London vs. N.Y.C. 13:06 - Epilepsy Diagnosis 16:02 - DJing Career 18:55 - Epilepsy Stigma 21:30 - Endometriosis & Medical Cannabis 24:40 - Women Left Behind in Medical Research 30:25 - "Sisters Interrupted" Documentary 34:14 - Is Chelsea Still DJing? 34:48 - Founding Looni 44:18 - Choosing a Cofounder 52:40 - Prescribing Community 55:48 - Advice for Advocacy 56:57 - Would You Rather? On Sali: Argent Belted Double Breasted Blazer and Prince Trouser On Chelsea: Argent Lenox Blazer and Pleated Taper Trouser Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff @c__biz Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Emily Tisch Sussman on Career Upends & Redefining Success | 09 Mar 2026 | 01:10:28 | |
Emily Tisch Sussman, host of She Pivots and co-owner of Gotham FC and the New York Giants, doesn't just talk about making career changes—she’s lived it. BIG time. This week, she sits down with Sali to get candid about struggling to make a name for herself, placing her value in her work, and what happened when it all fell apart. Spoiler alert: Right around the time she became a mother. A lawyer by trade, Emily has previously worked as a lobbyist, strategist, and TV political commentator. After giving birth to her third child, however, she recognized the need for change. Today, we’ll talk about:
Want to hear more from Emily? She Pivots Season 5 premieres March 25. 0:40 Introduction 2:24 Biggest "Oh No" Moment 4:13 Growing Up In N.Y.C. 6:55 Struggling to Find A Career Path 15:46 Law School 22:11 Working on the Obama Campaign 30:06 Appearing on Fox News 33:28 She Pivots 51:32 Co-Owner of Gotham FC 1:04:57 Career Changes: Plan or Leap? 1:06:05 Would You Rather? On Sali: Argent Chelsea Blazer, Ribbed Collar Sweater, and Wide Leg Trouser On Emily: Argent Double-Breasted Crewneck Blazer and Single Pleat Trouser Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff @c__biz Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Reshma Saujani on the Tradwife v. Girlboss Debate, a Feature of American Motherhood | 23 Feb 2026 | 01:04:39 | |
Trailblazer and self-professed rulebreaker Reshma Saujani joins us on Work Friends this week. Reshma is the founder and former CEO of Girls Who Code, a New York Times bestselling author, and the host of the podcast “My So-Called Midlife.” Today, she’s also the founder and CEO of Moms First, where she continues to be an awe-inspiring culture-shifter and staunch advocate for women—from girlhood to motherhood and beyond. Her latest venture at Moms First is Reshma’s debut documentary project this June, spotlighting the lies dividing American moms and chronicling a nationwide movement to bring them back together and win historic support. There’s so much amazing ground to cover in this discussion, as we walk through:
For more information about Moms First: The History of American Motherhood, or to submit your own story to the film, become an associate producer, or sign up to host a screening in your hometown, check out momsfirst.us/doc.
Work Friends is produced by ARGENT (www.argentwork.com), a women’s clothing label on a mission to redefine workwear and drive forward women’s progress. To be featured on a future episode, email your work questions and dilemmas to WorkFriends@ARGENTWork.com for a chance to have one of our amazing guests weigh in with advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Retta on Playing an Iconic Character & Still Having a Backup Plan | 09 Feb 2026 | 01:02:50 | |
We are thrilled to welcome Retta to Work Friends today. The actor, HGTV host, and one-half of the team who brought us “treat yo self ” joins Sali to share how a prospective medical student and a somewhat reluctant stand-up comedian found herself cast on one of the most beloved sitcoms in history. Retta is best known for her portrayal of Donna Meagle in all seven seasons of Parks and Recreation, and since the hit show wrapped, she continues to captivate with roles in Girlfriends’ Guide to Divorce, Good Girls, and in seven seasons of HGTV’s Ugliest House in America and its spinoff Scariest House in America. We start all the way at the beginning, and get into some of Retta’s best stories along the way, including:
For more Retta, be sure to check out the newest season of Ugliest House in America, now streaming on HBO Max and discovery+ . On Sali: Argent Chelsea Blazer, Fine Polo, and Straight Leg Trouser Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff @c__biz Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio Work Friends is produced by ARGENT (www.argentwork.com), a women’s clothing label on a mission to redefine workwear and drive forward women’s progress. To be featured on a future episode, email your work questions and dilemmas to WorkFriends@ARGENTWork.com for a chance to have one of our amazing guests weigh in with advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Beth Hutchens on "Stupid" Mistakes, "Lawless" Fashion & Changing Careers | 26 Jan 2026 | 00:55:00 | |
Today, Beth Hutchens sits down with Sali. Beth has spent her career in fashion, first cofounding the Rebecca Taylor brand in her 20s, alongside designer Rebecca Taylor. As CEO, Beth saw the company reach massive success. But after nearly two decades, she stepped away and launched Foundrae. The celebrity-loved jewelry brand is known for its stunning, statement-making adornments that feature 18 karat gold, precious stones, and symbols—both overt and subtle—that make each piece a personal treasure for whoever wears it. Naturally, when it comes to making a big career change, Beth is a supporter. After all, it’s no small feat to become a successful two-time founder. She joins us to share more about how she navigated:
On Sali: Argent Belted Peak Lapel Blazer and Tailored Cargo Pants and Foundrae Sister Hook Necklace, Pause Small Mixed Clip Extension Necklace, and Strong Heart Bangle On Beth: Argent Oversized V-Neck Sweater Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff @c__biz Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio Work Friends is produced by ARGENT (www.argentwork.com), a women’s clothing label on a mission to redefine workwear and drive forward women’s progress. To be featured on a future episode, email your work questions and dilemmas to WorkFriends@ARGENTWork.com for a chance to have one of our amazing guests weigh in with advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Nikki Ogunnaike on Fashion Media: "It's a Game, at the End of the Day" | 12 Jan 2026 | 00:59:53 | |
Nikki Ogunnaike joins Sali to tell the story of her career, one that’s landed her at the top of the masthead as the Editor-in-Chief of Marie Claire. Prior to taking the helm over two years ago, Nikki stacked her resume with roles at some of the most prestigious fashion publications in the world: InStyle, Glamour, Elle, GQ, and Harper’s Bazaar among them. Over the course of her career, she’s covered the major moves in the capital-F Fashion industry, dived deep into celebrity style, and is a certifiable shopping expert. Since stepping into her role at Marie Claire—and launching her own podcast, Nice Talk—Nikki has also become a leader on power: what it means and the women who wield it for good. She is certainly one, as well. Today, she gives us a look at her over-decade-long career, including:
Plus, be sure to check out the January Marie Claire issue, featuring cover star Keke Palmer! On Sali: Argent Double-Breasted Blazer, Soho Trouser, and Fine Polo On Nikki: Argent Double-Breasted Crewneck Blazer Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio Work Friends is produced by ARGENT (www.argentwork.com), a women’s clothing label on a mission to redefine workwear and drive forward women’s progress. To be featured on a future episode, email your work questions and dilemmas to WorkFriends@ARGENTWork.com for a chance to have one of our amazing guests weigh in with advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ricki Lake on Becoming a Talk Show Icon & Entering a New Career Chapter | 29 Dec 2025 | 00:53:01 | |
Today’s guest on Work Friends, we have a guest who—for many—needs no introduction: Ricki Lake. As a teen, Ricki landed her breakout role as Tracy Turnblad in John Waters’ Hairspray and, just a few years later, became the youngest talk show host in history with her self-titled show, Ricki Lake. Today on Work Friends, the ‘90s icon sits down with Sali to get into the reality (and major missteps) of her success, including:
On Sali: Argent Double Breasted Crewneck Blazer On Ricki: Argent Unlined Chelsea Blazer Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio Work Friends is produced by ARGENT (www.argentwork.com), a women’s clothing label on a mission to redefine workwear and drive forward women’s progress. To be featured on a future episode, email your work questions and dilemmas to WorkFriends@ARGENTWork.com for a chance to have one of our amazing guests weigh in with advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Lisa Joseph Metelus on Working With NBA Icons & Owning Her Mistakes | 15 Dec 2025 | 01:06:44 | |
This week, Sali sits down with Lisa Joseph Metelus, the Head of Athlete Brand Strategy and Board Member at Creative Artists Agency, and Co-founder of PlayMakeHer. Over Lisa’s three-decade career, she’s been a force behind the biggest, most-celebrated athletes of our time. This includes Hall of Famers Alonzo Mourning and Dwyane Wade, with whom Lisa has worked for over 20 years. Lisa has not only found incredible success in a male-dominated field, she’s also committed to uplifting fellow women in the business of sports. In that spirit, she gets totally candid about the mistakes she’s made along the way. This episode is not to be missed, as Lisa shares:
On Sali: Argent Double Breasted Crewneck Blazer and Single Pleat Trouser On Lisa: Argent Peak Lapel Blazer and Crewneck Dress Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podhead Studios @podheadstudios Work Friends is produced by ARGENT (www.argentwork.com), a women’s clothing label on a mission to redefine workwear and drive forward women’s progress. To be featured on a future episode, email your work questions and dilemmas to WorkFriends@ARGENTWork.com for a chance to have one of our amazing guests weigh in with advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Fatima Goss Graves on Doing the Work of Justice | 01 Dec 2025 | 00:57:44 | |
Today, Sali is joined by the President and CEO of the National Women’s Law Center, Fatima Goss Graves. A staunch champion for all women and girls and defender of civil rights, Fatima is a first-generation lawyer who comes from a family that intimately understands the importance of equal protection under the law. In this episode, she gets into her backstory, as well as what it was like navigating Yale Law School (not without imposter syndrome) and, eventually, navigating Congress (not without Real Housewives comparisons). Fatima is a wealth of knowledge and inspiration, especially in the current political climate, and shares:
On Sali: Argent Belted Double-Breasted Blazer and Single Pleat Trouser, and Argent x Citizens of Humanity Nello Tee On Fatima: Argent Chelsea Blazer and Wide Leg Trouser Work Friends Credits Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podhead Studios @podheadstudios Work Friends is produced by ARGENT (www.argentwork.com), a women’s clothing label on a mission to redefine workwear and drive forward women’s progress. To be featured on a future episode, email your work questions and dilemmas to WorkFriends@ARGENTWork.com for a chance to have one of our amazing guests weigh in with advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Gregg Renfrew on A New Founder Era & The Launch of Counter | 17 Nov 2025 | 01:00:36 | |
This week, Sali welcomes Gregg Renfrew, the Founder of Counter, a beauty company that launched earlier this year. Previously, Founder and CEO of the now-defunct Beauty Counter, Gregg has experienced all the highs and lows of entrepreneurship as she grew her first beauty brand into a $1 billion business—only for it to go into foreclosure a few years later. At the last minute, Gregg decided to buy back the rights to the company name and its signature product formulas. Enter: Counter and an all-new chapter for Gregg, the CEO. Counter offers some of the same bestselling products that people associate with Gregg’s previous company and, more importantly, the same commitment to clean ingredients and transparency. We’ll dive into it all, including:
On Sali: Argent Plush Turtleneck Sweater and Straight Leg Trouser Work Friends Credits Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podhead Studios @podheadstudios Work Friends is produced by ARGENT (www.argentwork.com), a women’s clothing label on a mission to redefine workwear and drive forward women’s progress. To be featured on a future episode, email your work questions and dilemmas to WorkFriends@ARGENTWork.com for a chance to have one of our amazing guests weigh in with advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Abby Phillip on the Myth of Meritocracy | 03 Nov 2025 | 01:03:52 | |
Today, Sali sits down with Abby Phillip, the host of NewsNight with Abby Phillip on CNN. Since joining the network in 2017, Abby has covered the biggest headlines in the country and around the globe. Notably, she also co-moderated the democratic debate for the 2020 presidential election. A self-professed introvert, Abby got her start in print and digital media and never set out to be on television. But today, she’s widely recognized as one of the most prominent voices of political news. Just last week, she also released her debut book, A Dream Deferred: Jesse Jackson and the Fight for Black Political Power (be sure to pick up a copy!), which has been years in the making and documents the legacy of the political and civil rights leader. As a journalist, Abby is a steady, calming presence among a slew of emotionally charged headlines. She sits down to share her career story, including:
On Sali: Argent Double-Breasted Blazer, Soho Trouser, and Fine Crewneck On Abby: Argent Double-Breasted Crewneck Blazer Work Friends Credits Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio Work Friends is produced by ARGENT (www.argentwork.com), a women’s clothing label on a mission to redefine workwear and drive forward women’s progress. To be featured on a future episode, email your work questions and dilemmas to WorkFriends@ARGENTWork.com for a chance to have one of our amazing guests weigh in with advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Breanna Stewart & Lindsay Kagawa Colas on WNBA Contracts & Systemic Inequity | 20 Oct 2025 | 00:49:55 | |
Welcome to Argent’s first-ever live Work Friends episode, recorded earlier this month at the Tech Futures Summit in New York. Sali was joined on stage by New York Liberty Forward Breanna Stewart and Executive Vice President of Talent and The Collective at Wasserman, Lindsay Kagawa Colas. Lindsay manages an incredible roster of star athletes, including Stewie. Right in the thick of the WNBA’s new collective-bargaining agreement, Stewie and Lindsay opened up about the inequitable playing field that exists and what they hope to see from the league going forward. And, in true Work Friends fashion, we get into their backstories, too. This is a conversation not to be missed, including:
Both Stewie and Lindsay’s work sparks attention and societal change—they are cultural conversion starters and actively work to push the status quo. I’m honored to have them both join me today to speak more about their work on and off the court. On Sali: Argent Cowl Neck Blouse and Straight Leg Trouser On Stewie: Argent Peak Lapel Blazer and Wide Leg Trouser On Lindsay: Argent Chelsea Blazer, Waistcoat, and Straight Pintuck Trouser Work Friends Credits Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded Live at the 2025 Tech Futures Summit Work Friends is produced by ARGENT (www.argentwork.com), a women’s clothing label on a mission to redefine workwear and drive forward women’s progress. To be featured on a future episode, email your work questions and dilemmas to WorkFriends@ARGENTWork.com for a chance to have one of our amazing guests weigh in with advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Shaniqua McClendon on Using Your Voice (& The Risk of Losing It) | 06 Oct 2025 | 00:59:31 | |
This week, Sali sits down with Shaniqua McClendon, a political strategist, commentator, and the Vice President of Politics for Crooked Media. Shaniqua has spent her career in politics—starting with an internship in the Obama White House, followed by stints with several elected officials. In 2018, she joined Crooked Media—a company most known for its suite of popular podcasts, including Pod Save America—in a role that’s focused heavily on its Vote Save America initiative. It’s here where Shaniqua’s work has been making incredible strides to drive voters into action, in both the biggest elections nationwide and on local levels. To date, she’s helped raise over $70 million for progressive causes and candidates, and driven nearly a million people to register to vote or check their registration. At a time when political angst is high, Shaniqua’s background has prepared her to meet this moment, and she shares it all—highs and lows—in today’s episode, including:
On Sali: Argent Chelsea Blazer, Tank, and Prince Trouser On Shaniqua: Argent Scoop Neck Double-Breasted Dress Work Friends Credits Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio Work Friends is produced by ARGENT (www.argentwork.com), a women’s clothing label on a mission to redefine workwear and drive forward women’s progress. To be featured on a future episode, email your work questions and dilemmas to WorkFriends@ARGENTWork.com for a chance to have one of our amazing guests weigh in with advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Courtney Mays on Styling the WNBA's Biggest Stars | 22 Sep 2025 | 01:06:33 | |
Courtney Mays is the image architect behind some of basketball's biggest stars: Sue Bird, Sabrina Ionescu, Breanna Stewart, Diana Taurasi, and Chris Paul, among others. And as such, she plays a major role in the styling the players’ rotation of tunnel ‘fits and red carpet looks, alike. Courtney came to styling A-list athletes in a more roundabout way—starting with a job in retail, then as a stylist assistant, before working her way to becoming her own boss. She sits down with Sali to discuss how she built her dream client roster, among other important learnings and highlights, such as:
On Sali: Argent Ribbed Slim Cardigan Work Friends Credits Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podhead Studios @podheadstudios Work Friends is produced by ARGENT (www.argentwork.com), a women’s clothing label on a mission to redefine workwear and drive forward women’s progress. To be featured on a future episode, email your work questions and dilemmas to WorkFriends@ARGENTWork.com for a chance to have one of our amazing guests weigh in with advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Lauren Sherman on the Past, Present, & Future of Fashion Media | 08 Sep 2025 | 01:05:56 | |
Today, Sali is joined by Lauren Sherman, one of the most prominent voices in fashion journalism. The Fashion Correspondent at Puck, writer behind the Line Sheet newsletter, and host of the Fashion People podcast has her pulse on the industry’s major players, insights into how business is done, and—most importantly—is the expert at distilling it to the masses. An adept interviewer, Lauren has the tables flipped today as Sali gets the real story about how she’s built her career. Take a listen for:
On Sali: Argent Copain Blazer, Oversized Pocket Tee, and Wooster Short Work Friends Credits Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podhead Studios @podheadstudios Work Friends is produced by ARGENT (www.argentwork.com), a women’s clothing label on a mission to redefine workwear and drive forward women’s progress. To be featured on a future episode, email your work questions and dilemmas to WorkFriends@ARGENTWork.com for a chance to have one of our amazing guests weigh in with advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Trinny Woodall on What Recovery Taught Her About Entrepreneurship | 25 Aug 2025 | 01:01:40 | |
Trinny Woodall is a founder, CEO, author, podcast host, and something of a culture sensation. She was one half of the duo behind the What Not to Wear series—the original one launched in the UK in the early 2000s—and for the past eight years, she has been on a fascinating entrepreneurial journey with her namesake beauty brand: Trinny London. The company was launched with a focus on giving women confidence, at any age or stage of life. And it was not without major pushback. Thankfully, Trinny is incredibly resilient and holds nothing back in this conversation, offering the kind of zero-BS reflections every entrepreneur needs to hear, including:
On Trinny: ARGENT x Citizens of Humanity Chelsea Blazer and Park Trouser Work Friends Credits Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio Work Friends is produced by ARGENT (www.argentwork.com), a women’s clothing label on a mission to redefine workwear and drive forward women’s progress. To be featured on a future episode, email your work questions and dilemmas to WorkFriends@ARGENTWork.com for a chance to have one of our amazing guests weigh in with advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Vicky Tsai on Founding Tatcha & Choosing Happiness | 11 Aug 2025 | 01:12:18 | |
Today, Vicky Tsai shares her incredible story of building a career that aligns with her passion. The founder and former CEO of Tatcha sits down with Sali as they discuss how she built successful careers in finance and marketing before quitting both to seek a more fulfilling path. In 2009, she launched Tatcha, an esteemed beauty company inspired by centuries-old traditions passed down from geishas in Japan. It began with a singular product—the Aburatorigami Japanese Blotting Papers—and grew into a brand beloved by makeup artists, actors, and consumers everywhere. Of course, there were many bumps and sacrifices along the way, and Vicky candidly shares them all today, including:
On Sali: Argent Boyfriend Blazer, Maybelle Pocket Tee, and Argent X Citizens of Humanity Alya Baggy On Vicky: Argent X Citizens of Humanity Waistcoat Work Friends Credits Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podhead Studios @podheadstudios Work Friends is produced by ARGENT (www.argentwork.com), a women’s clothing label on a mission to redefine workwear and drive forward women’s progress. To be featured on a future episode, email your work questions and dilemmas to WorkFriends@ARGENTWork.com for a chance to have one of our amazing guests weigh in with advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Laura Modi Turned Breastfeeding Guilt Into a Formula Company Fueling Confidence | 28 Jul 2025 | 01:06:30 | |
Today, Sali sits down with Laura Modi, the woman changing the way we think about feeding babies. The mother of four is the CEO and cofounder of Bobbie, an organic formula company that was born out of her own feeding frustrations after giving birth to her first child. In 2018, she officially set out to launch Bobbie as a direct-to-consumer, subscription-based company, and it would become the only mom-founded and -led infant formula brand in the world. Bobbie has been at the forefront of supporting parents—and it’s in large part thanks to Laura’s leadership. But baby formula was not always the long-term plan for her, and in today’s episode, she’ll share:
On Sali: Argent X Citizens of Humanity Unlined Weekend Blazer, Park Trouser, and Maybelle Pocket Tee On Laura: Argent Double Breasted Blazer and Ribbed Collar Sweater Work Friends Credits Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio Work Friends is produced by ARGENT (www.argentwork.com), a women’s clothing label on a mission to redefine workwear and drive forward women’s progress. To be featured on a future episode, email your work questions and dilemmas to WorkFriends@ARGENTWork.com for a chance to have one of our amazing guests weigh in with advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Amanda Litman on Leading Better, Smarter, & With 4-Day Workweeks | 14 Jul 2025 | 00:47:44 | |
Amanda Litman has a clear vision for what the next generation of leadership looks like—and it may include a four-day workweek, among other things. As the co-founder and president of Run For Something, Amanda leads an organization that recruits and supports young, diverse candidates to run for office—backing over 3,000 rookie candidates to date, and receiving an influx of over 60,000 new hopefuls since the 2024 election alone. Amanda is also the author of the recently released When We’re in Charge, a must-read for anyone in, or aspiring to be in, a leadership position. We’ll discuss it all, including:
On Sali: Argent Double-Breasted Blazer and Pleated Trouser in lemon, and Crewneck Tank in ivory. On Amanda: Argent Two-Button Blazer and Jones Trouser in powder blue. Work Friends Credits Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio Work Friends is produced by ARGENT (www.argentwork.com), a women’s clothing label on a mission to redefine workwear and drive forward women’s progress. To be featured on a future episode, email your work questions and dilemmas to WorkFriends@ARGENTWork.com for a chance to have one of our amazing guests weigh in with advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| LaFawn Davis on Making It to the C-Suite Without a College Degree | 30 Jun 2025 | 00:48:07 | |
This week, Sali is joined by LaFawn Davis, the Chief People & Sustainability Officer at Indeed. Her work leading culture, diversity, and inclusion at major tech companies—including Google, Yahoo, PayPal, eBay, and Twilio—spans over a decade. In addition to her incredible leadership, LaFawn is a STAR, otherwise known as a professional who’s Skilled Through Alternative Routes. She’s an advocate for skills-based hiring and is herself an esteemed C-suite executive who didn't complete college. LaFawn’s career story has not been linear, and is truly inspiring. She also has a wealth of knowledge when it comes to navigating the many challenges facing the modern workforce. In this episode, she shares:
On LaFawn: Argent Double-Breasted Blazer and Park Trouser Work Friends Credits Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio Work Friends is produced by ARGENT (www.argentwork.com), a women’s clothing label on a mission to redefine workwear and drive forward women’s progress. To be featured on a future episode, email your work questions and dilemmas to WorkFriends@ARGENTWork.com for a chance to have one of our amazing guests weigh in with advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Shannon Watts, The Activist Who Set Her Life on Fire | 16 Jun 2025 | 00:56:15 | |
Our guest today is Shannon Watts, the founder of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America—the largest grassroots movement in the country. Back in 2012, Shannon began her career in activism when she posted a call to action on Facebook to end gun violence, in response to the horrors of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. Her message was met with an overwhelming response, and soon after, the mother of five and former communications executive founded Moms Demand Action. Although Shannon stepped down as the founder in 2023, she continues to work to mobilize massive change on the boards of Emerge America—an organization dedicated to recruiting and training women to run for office—and Advance Peace—a community-based organization focused on ending gun violence. And now, she’s joining us right ahead of the launch of her second book, Fired Up: How to Turn Your Spark Into a Flame and Come Alive at Any Age. Her inspiring story includes:
On Sali: Argent Copain Blazer and Maybelle Pocket Tee On Shannon: Argent Tuxedo Blazer, Stretch Blouse, and Cropped Straight Leg Trouser Work Friends Credits: Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio Work Friends is produced by ARGENT (www.argentwork.com), a women’s clothing label on a mission to redefine workwear and drive forward women’s progress. To be featured on a future episode, email your work questions and dilemmas to WorkFriends@ARGENTWork.com for a chance to have one of our amazing guests weigh in with advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Samina Virk, The CEO Combatting 92 Million Tons of Fashion Waste | 02 Jun 2025 | 00:55:54 | |
Our next guest, Samina Virk, is the US CEO of Vestiaire Collective and leads one of the largest luxury resale companies in the world—the first to be a B Corp. Her resume spans over two decades in fashion and tech, with stints at Target and eBay, before she helped launch the Paris-based Vestiaire Collective in the States in 2014. Samina left Vestiaire in 2017 only to return a few years later in her current CEO role where she’s passionate about confronting the environmental effects of ultra-fast fashion and the beauty of clothing that lives a second life. After all, the luxury resale market is expected to be valued at over $60 billion by 2029, and Samina is at the forefront. We’ll get into her inspiring, unique path to CEO, including:
Shop the Looks On Sali: Argent Double-Breasted Blazer and Maybelle Pocket Tee On Samina: Argent High-Neck Button Waistcoat Work Friends Credits Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio Work Friends is produced by ARGENT (www.argentwork.com), a women’s clothing label on a mission to redefine workwear and drive forward women’s progress. To be featured on a future episode, email your work questions and dilemmas to WorkFriends@ARGENTWork.com for a chance to have one of our amazing guests weigh in with advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Karla Martínez de Salas on Her Path to Vogue Mexico and Latin America | 19 May 2025 | 00:44:52 | |
Karla Martínez de Salas is a powerhouse editor and the Head of Content for Vogue Mexico and Latin America. She’s held the role for nearly a decade, following incredible stints at US Vogue, T Magazine, Interview, W, and more. An El Paso, Texas native of Mexican descent, Karla has been incredibly instrumental in helping to shape the all-too-often slow-to-change fashion industry. She’s been a staunch advocate for featuring a diverse range of voices in the magazine who shape fashion and culture across, and beyond, Mexico and Latin America. Alongside Sali, Karla gets candid about her journey to the top of the masthead on this week’s episode, including:
Work Friends Credits Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio Work Friends is produced by ARGENT (www.argentwork.com), a women’s clothing label on a mission to redefine workwear and drive forward women’s progress. To be featured on a future episode, email your work questions and dilemmas to WorkFriends@ARGENTWork.com for a chance to have one of our amazing guests weigh in with advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Alexa Roussel & Sarah Pierson, From Harvard Roommates to Margaux Co-founders | 05 May 2025 | 00:48:31 | |
Today is a Work Friends first! We’re welcoming two guests: Alexa Buckley Roussel and Sarah Pierson, co-founders of Margaux. These two started their careers as undergrads at Harvard and have grown their business into a one-of-its-kind shoe brand that’s disrupted the footwear industry—one that’s historically male-dominated and very traditional. Alexa and Sarah are also here to discuss an exciting new Argent partnership: Argent x Margaux. But first, they spill exactly how they upended their original post-grad-job plans and started on a path toward creating a shoe brand from scratch. And now, 10 years later, how they’re evolving and continuing to thrive with a line of styles in an inclusive range of sizes. We talk all things:
*Explore Argent x Margaux: an exclusive footwear capsule designed with your busy, on-the-go lifestyle top of mind. It features three timeless silhouettes—a sandal, a flat, and a loafer mule—designed to fit into every aspect of your life. Shop the Argent x Margaux capsule online at Argent and Margaux, and in store at Margaux’s Los Angeles store at Platform in Culver City and in Argent stores in Soho, Upper East Side, and Georgetown in Washington, D.C.* Work Friends Credits Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Woldoff Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio Work Friends is produced by ARGENT (www.argentwork.com), a women’s clothing label on a mission to redefine workwear and drive forward women’s progress. To be featured on a future episode, email your work questions and dilemmas to WorkFriends@ARGENTWork.com for a chance to have one of our amazing guests weigh in with advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Amy Williams on Dropping Out of College, Sustainable Fashion, and Good Work | 21 Apr 2025 | 00:56:07 | |
This week, Sali sits down with Amy Williams, the CEO of Citizens of Humanity. She launched her remarkable, multi-decade retail career after dropping out of college, joining iconic denim brands, Gap and Lucky Brand, in the ‘90s and early ‘00s. Since taking the helm at Citizens of Humanity in 2011, Amy has transformed the denim giant—which includes the AGOLDE brand, as well— into a leader in sustainability, including introducing regenerative cotton in 2023. Most recently, Amy’s helped power Argent’s newest partnership with Citizens of Humanity: Good Work, a sustainably produced modern workwear capsule that blends what each brand does best. We can’t wait to share more and get into Amy’s career, including:
*The Argent x Citizens of Humanity Good Work capsule is now available! The modern workwear collection is designed with a shared mission to create a better future–one that’s responsibly sourced and empowers women to look and feel their best. Explore sharp linen suiting, sleek denim silhouettes, and incredible basics for styling it all together at argentwork.com, citizensofhumanity.com, and neimanmarcus.com.* Work Friends Credits Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Ryan Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio Work Friends is produced by ARGENT (www.argentwork.com), a women’s clothing label on a mission to redefine workwear and drive forward women’s progress. To be featured on a future episode, email your work questions and dilemmas to WorkFriends@ARGENTWork.com for a chance to have one of our amazing guests weigh in with advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ali Wentworth on Learning to Never Give Her Power Away | 07 Apr 2025 | 01:01:23 | |
This week, Sali is joined Ali Wentworth, an actress, comedian, producer, and a New York Times bestselling author. Her credits include appearances on iconic television shows like In Living Color, Seinfeld, and as a correspondent for The Oprah Winfrey Show and The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. Later, Ali created and starred in the series Head Space and Night Cap. More recently in 2023, she produced the documentary Pretty Baby: Brooke Shields under her company Bed by 8 Productions, which she runs with her husband, the journalist, George Stephanopoulos. Ali has led an inspiring, multifaceted career, and—for better or for worse—has learned many lessons along the way that she shares on today’s episode, including:
Work Friends Credits Hosted by Sali Christeson @salichristeson Produced by Gina Marinelli @ginaalilbit Edited by Desta Wondirad Theme Song by Karina DePiano @sheplaysdepiano & Melanie Nyema @melanienyema Recorded at Podstream Studio @podstreamstudio Work Friends is produced by ARGENT (www.argentwork.com), a women’s clothing label on a mission to redefine workwear and drive forward women’s progress. To be featured on a future episode, email your work questions and dilemmas to WorkFriends@ARGENTWork.com for a chance to have one of our amazing guests weigh in with advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Cari Champion on the Undeniable Connection Between Sports and Politics | 10 Mar 2025 | 01:03:47 | |
Our next guest is a force and a joy. Cari Champion is a sports journalist with over 25 years of experience reporting on the biggest, most formidable athletes of our time. She’s a regular contributor on CNN and host of the Naked Sports with Cari Champion podcast. An LA native, Cari's early career included the Tennis Channel, covering icons like Serena and Venus Williams, before joining ESPN to host and report on shows including First Take and Sports Nation. Alongside Jemele Hill, Cari also co-hosted the Vice show, Cari and Jemele: Stick to Sports. Cari’s work squarely sits at the intersection of sports, politics, and culture—even when some may not understand why. Today, she gets into it all and shares the unfiltered stories of:
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| Alencia Johnson on Flipping Tables and the Power of Being a Disruptor | 24 Feb 2025 | 00:55:01 | |
Today, Sali sits down with Alencia Johnson, an award-winning cultural commentator, political advisor, and leader who sits at the intersection of social impact and culture change. She’s also the author of the forthcoming Flip The Tables: The Everyday Disruptor’s Guide to Finding Courage and Making Change. They dive into her incredible career working alongside iconic political leaders and activists, as well as the hard-learned lessons she’s picked up along the way that taught her how to find success on her own terms. You may want to take notes as Alencia shares:
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| Mara Roszak, a Celeb-Hair-Stylist-Turned-Founder, on Finding Her Flow State | 27 Jan 2025 | 00:59:08 | |
In this episode, Sali is joined by Mara Roszak, a celebrity hair stylist whose clients include Zoe Saldaña, Emma Stone, Michelle Yeoh, Natalie Portman, Kate Mara, among many others. However, in 2021, after the birth of her first child, Mara set her sights on a new venture and launched RŌZ (www.rozhair.com), an incredible line of clean haircare products. The brand has been met with massive success and is currently stocked at major retailers including Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, and Credo. Mara’s interest in hair started as a teen when she first taught herself how to tame her frizz, and soon she found that doing hair—for herself and others—brought her confidence. By 16, Mara was enrolled in beauty school, followed by a stint at the famed Chris McMillan salon, and eventually landing her first celebrity client right after graduation: Sarah Michelle Gellar, circa peak early-aughts fame. In this episode, we’ll get into it all, including:
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| Molly McNearney on Comedy Writing, Rejection, & Keeping Hope | 13 Jan 2025 | 00:58:34 | |
Our first guest of 2025 is the incredible Molly McNearney, the Emmy-winning Co-Head Writer and Executive Producer of Jimmy Kimmel Live! With over 20 years at the late-night show, Molly is the powerhouse behind iconic segments like “Mean Tweets” and “Handsome Men’s Club,” and has written for the Emmy Awards and the Oscars. While Molly’s work has a massive audience, she usually plays a behind-the-scenes role and there’s quite a lot of mystery around what her job technically entails. Today, we’re excited to get into it all, including: -what the work of a writer and producer for one of the biggest late-night comedy shows actually looks like. -what prepared Molly most to navigate a male-dominated field with confidence. -writing comedy, even in the face of constant, intense breaking news. -the best way to handle rejection...and when to push back, too. -and, learning to give yourself the same pep talk you would give to your best friend. For more Molly, check out her Work Friends profile: https://argentwork.com/blogs/work-friends/molly-mcnearney Work Friends is produced by ARGENT (www.argentwork.com), a women’s clothing label on a mission to redefine workwear and drive forward women’s progress. To be featured on a future episode, email your work questions and dilemmas to WorkFriends@ARGENTWork.com for a chance to have one of our amazing guests weigh in with advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Katie Couric on Failing Publicly and Working on the Weekends | 09 Dec 2024 | 01:04:25 | |
This week, Sali is joined by Katie Couric, an industry icon (a term we don't use lightly). Katie is an award-winning journalist, podcaster, documentary filmmaker, and best-selling author. She started her career working at CNN and NBC News in the ‘80s and, most famously, was the host of the Today show for 15 years. She then went on to anchor the CBS Evening News—the first woman to do so—became the host of her own daytime show, Katie; authored her New York Times bestseller Going There; and today is the founder of Katie Couric Media. Sali and Katie dive into all things confidence, representation, and, yes, failure. And, like any great work friend, Katie candidly shares how she's navigated them all—more often than not, in front of the camera. Plus, don't miss:
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| Errin Haines on Why Objectivity in Journalism is BS | 25 Nov 2024 | 00:57:44 | |
In today’s episode, Sali is joined by Errin Haines, a journalist, an MSNBC contributor, the Editor at Large at The 19th*, and host of the podcast, The Amendment. In a conversation recorded just a few weeks before Election Day, we’ve caught Errin in her busiest season of work as she’s been covering it extensively. An Atlanta native, Errin has a prolific career reporting for The Associated Press, The Los Angeles Times, The Orlando Sentinel, and The Washington Post—and she served two terms as vice president of print for the National Association of Black Journalists. Then, in 2020, she joined the founding team at The 19th*—a nonprofit, independent publication that reports on gender, policy, politics, and the many ways they intersect. Errin not only has a front-row seat to history but plays a vital role in helping to record it. In today’s episode we’ll dive deeper into:
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| Huma Abedin on Women's Ambition & Breaking Down Barriers | 11 Nov 2024 | 01:01:45 | |
This episode of Work Friends was recorded on October 3, 2024. In this episode, Sali is joined by Huma Abedin who, for over 25 years, has worked alongside Secretary Hillary Clinton in a number of leadership roles. Beginning as an intern in the then-First Lady’s office in 1996, Huma rose to Senior Advisor to then-Senator Clinton; Traveling Chief of Staff for the Clinton 2008 presidential campaign; Deputy Chief of Staff at the U.S. Department of State under the Obama Administration; and Vice Chair of Hillary for America in 2016. Today, Huma continues her work with Secretary Clinton, but has paved a unique career path as a New York Times bestseller, co-host of Morning Mika, MSNBC contributor, and, through her work with the annual Forbes 30/50 Summit and Vital Voices Global Partnership, a staunch advocate for women’s ambition. Huma has led a storied career and shares so much of it in today’s conversation, including:
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| Beth Lynk on Radical Optimism, Pink Suits of Armor, & When We All Vote | 28 Oct 2024 | 00:56:21 | |
Today, Sali is joined by Beth Lynk, the Executive Director of When We All Vote. Recorded right on the heels of the Voting Suits You launch—the viral joint campaign to maximize voter participation in the upcoming election, in partnership with Argent and the nonpartisan organization founded by Michelle Obama, When We All Vote—this conversation addresses something Sali and Beth are both passionate about: voter participation. Beth, a strategist and communications expert in campaigns, crisis communications, and strategic planning, also shares the unique career story that landed her at the helm of When We All Vote and what it really means to be an organizer. Plus, there’s much more, including:
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| Melissa Winter On What It Means to Be Michelle Obama's Chief of Staff | 14 Oct 2024 | 00:55:58 | |
Our next guest, Melissa Winter, has a career that’s so remarkable and, yet, hard to pin down. In fact, that’s the point. Melissa has been the Chief of Staff to former First Lady Michelle Obama for the past seven years. She first joined Mrs. Obama’s staff 17 years ago when President Obama was a Senator in Chicago, and would go on to serve all eight years of the Obama White House administration as Deputy Chief of Staff. Since 2017, Melissa has moved away from public service and started a new chapter working with The Obama Organization, Higher Ground Productions, and When We All Vote. She is the ultimate get. it. done. professional, who ensures everything in the background operates smoothly so her principal can meet her goals. But Melissa never expected to be here and on this episode of Work Friends she tells us all about it, including:
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| Malika Andrews on Meteoric Success & the Truth About Luck | 30 Sep 2024 | 00:53:47 | |
In today’s episode, Sali—Argent’s resident NBA superfan—is joined by Malika Andrews, journalist and host of ESPN’s NBA Today and NBA Countdown. Malika stands out in a league all her own. In 2018 she was named one of the youngest-ever sideline broadcast reporters; in 2021, she was the youngest person to host the NBA Finals Trophy ceremony; and in 2022, she was the first woman to host the NBA Draft on ESPN. And she won an Emmy that year, too. While age is just a number, it’s worth mentioning that Malika has achieved all this while still under 30 years old. This week, Sali chats with her about her incredible meteoric rise and some of the things you may not find on her resume, like:
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| Anjali Sud on Rejection, Impatience, and Success on her Own Terms | 16 Sep 2024 | 00:51:26 | |
Anjali Sud is the CEO of Tubi, the free streaming platform that houses the world’s largest library of movies and TV series. Since she’s taken the helm last year, the platform has hit a record number of viewers. But Tubi is far from Anjali’s first rodeo as far as CEO tenures go. She first stepped into the coveted role several years ago at Vimeo when she was just 33 years old, and successfully transformed the business: turning it from a video streaming site into a software company. But it was definitely not a smooth ride to the top. Anjali shares it all on this week’s episode, including:
Work Friends is produced by ARGENT (www.argentwork.com), a women’s clothing label on a mission to redefine workwear and drive forward women’s progress. To be featured on a future episode, email your work questions and dilemmas to WorkFriends@ARGENTWork.com for a chance to have one of our amazing guests weigh in with advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||