Fat Mascara Ep. 413: Finding Beauty Around the World with Jo Franco
Jun 17, 2022
Jo Franco, co-host of World’s Most Amazing Rental Properties on Netflix and host of the podcast Not Your Average Jo, shares tips for packing well and experiencing new cultures to the fullest. They discuss sunscreens, insect repellants, hair tools, and styling products for travel. They also talk about the intersection of beauty and travel, cultural differences in beauty standards, and exploring beauty rituals and cultural norms. The hosts express excitement for future travels and gratitude for the guest's packing strategies.
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From Connecticut to Global Citizen
- Jo Franco, a Brazilian, moved to Connecticut at five and felt like an outsider due to cultural differences.
- She channeled her curiosity into learning languages, which laid the foundation for her future travel career.
YouTube to Netflix
- Jo and her friend started a YouTube channel, showcasing their travel adventures and eventually catching the attention of AT&T.
- This partnership led to her hosting career, proving the power of self-generated content.
Quality over Quantity in Travel
- Prioritize in-depth cultural immersion over checking off countries on a list.
- Choose a few places and return often to build genuine understanding.