

The Thom Bettridge Interview with Throwing Fits
Oct 23, 2024
Thom Bettridge, the new editor-in-chief of i-D Magazine and a notable figure in menswear and media, shares his insights on navigating modern fashion and media culture. He discusses the humorous realities of dressing for everyday life and the challenges of authenticity in fashion influencing. With anecdotes about survival tactics and personal style hacks, Thom also critiques the evolving landscape of menswear media, highlighting the rise of grassroots brands and the impact of social media on trends. His reflections on legacy media versus new platforms like Substack are particularly thought-provoking.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Fashion Forward: A Playful Style Journey
01:51 • 7min
Reality TV Favorites and Survivalist Anecdotes
08:34 • 2min
Navigating Fashion and Media Culture
10:50 • 27min
Fashion's Influence and Media Evolution
37:50 • 11min
The Evolving Landscape of Fashion Media
48:41 • 2min
Authenticity in Fashion Influencing
50:41 • 4min
The Shifting Landscape of Menswear Media
54:31 • 16min
The Influence of Content in Retail Branding
01:11:00 • 9min
Journey of Style and Family
01:19:50 • 16min
Fashion Talks and Podcast Dynamics
01:35:56 • 4min