Fat Mascara Ep. 580: Bye for Now
May 29, 2025
The hosts celebrate a decade of podcasting, sharing heartfelt stories and hilarious bloopers. They reminisce about iconic celebrity encounters and their unexpected success. Listeners are treated to nostalgic moments and gratitude for their loyal community. The impact of AI on human interactions sparks playful discussions, while memorable anecdotes highlight the authenticity of podcasting. As they bid farewell, they invite fans to reflect on their favorite moments, blending humor with meaningful connections.
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Jennifer's New York Times Job
- Jennifer Sullivan took a full-time job at the New York Times to lead beauty and personal care coverage at Wirecutter.
- This move ended Fat Mascara as independent media can't be run alongside a New York Times job.
Beauty Industry's Tech and Pace Shifts
- Orlando Pita compared ignoring social media to ignoring major technological revolutions like the printing press.
- Poppy King warned that fast product launch pace harms brands, and called social media scrolling "the new smoking."
Heather Widows on Looksism
- Philosopher Heather Widows highlighted that commenting on others' looks is unnecessary unless invited and that looksism is a pervasive discrimination form.
- This reshaped how the hosts thought about beauty culture discussions.