Modern day fairy tale, or nightmare of twisted proportions? Despite being the face of the fashion industry, a model’s life is not as glamorous or wealthy as it may seem. Body image disorders, sexual abuse, and racism run rampant in this line of work.
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Jan 2025
'COCAINE KATE' The SAD Life of Kate Moss: Modeling at 14 Years Old, CREEPY Photoshoots, & Addiction
Kate became one of the biggest supermodels in history, but behind the glamorous photoshoots was a much darker reality. She was discovered at just 14 years old, thrown into the fashion world, and subjected to disturbing photoshoots that raised serious questions. Her career skyrock ... Show More
49m 15s
Jul 2024
my riskiest fashion choice ever, storytime
historically, i’ve dressed pretty modestly. however, as i'm getting a bit older and getting more into fashion, i've been experimenting more with revealing clothing. around a month ago, i wore my most revealing look so far. and it's interesting because wearing revealing clothing i ... Show More
37m 36s
Aug 2024
182: On Sex and the City: Models and Mortals
Today we’re discussing Sex and the City’s most f**ked up episode: Models and Mortals, a journey into the twisted world of models, modelizers, and the sex crimes that happen along the way. Topics discussed include Candace Bushnell’s original Observer article from ‘95, Skipper’s ex ... Show More
42m 41s
Jun 24
The Hilarious Hair-Raisin' Crimes of Professional Wigjackers
For centuries, wigs were the look. And in the era of Marie Antoinette, the bigger the better, and the more fantastical, the more whimsical, even better. Industries were built to attend to the many needs of the big wigs of Europe. And there was another industry born of the decaden ... Show More
59m 42s