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Bonus Episode! Jeremy chats with Neil Berrett and Jeremy Smith, owners of the store, Standard and Strange.Neil and Jeremy shared the origins of the brand, their early forays into bike wear, how they do retail differently, and why they love Japan.https://standardandstrange.com 

This week, Rob chats with DJ Justine D. Justine is a born and raised New Yorker who’s been DJing in the city since the late 90's and became a go-to party promoter at the heart of New York City’s famous nightlife and music scene in the 2000s.  She co-hosted weekly parties like Aktion at Lit Lounge, Tiswas at Don Hill’s, and the moveable feast known as Motherfucker. If you know the book and documentary Meet Me in the Bathroom, you'll know how much she was a big part of that time and place.Rob and Justine talk about New York’s music and club scene of the era, how its inclusivity and grittiness bucked the trends of the 90’s, and what nightlife used to be like in the days before social media. They also talk about her knack for combining vintage designer pieces with contemporary labels to make a style all her own, way before that was a thing. But mostly, they talk about how her passion for music and fashion helped create a community of people she considers family to this day.Justine’s InstagramJustine’s websiteA brief oral history of Lit Lounge**Listen to the entire episode on Blamo! Extra

My guest this week is Jared Blake and Ed Be, founders of Lichen New York.Lichen is a Brooklyn/Queens based interior design shop & incubator that has absolutely blown up the past couple of years.They don’t have traditional backgrounds; they don’t have a “core piece” in fact, they’ve probably done more awareness and education for brands like Herman Miller and Knoll than those brands could do on their own. But Jared and Ed are doing everything right. They’re creating a world that’s accessible, inspirational, inviting, and democratizing the landscape.Jared, Ed, and I discuss the origins of Lichen, how they’re evolving the brand, and how their team is paving the way for your next favorite designer. **Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim 👖 hereandSponsored by Topper Jewelers check out their curated picks of all the watches from No Time to Die.

My guest this week is Sarah Mirth, co-founder and CEO of ARTIFOX.The past few years, many of us have been working from home, but on what? Couches, chairs, coffee shops. But everyone wants a nice desk –– a nice space to put their stuff, to work, to collaborate, and even waste time.Along comes, ARTIFOX. An incredibly beautiful and thoughtful design and furniture company that has more or less refined and re-invented the simple desk.And funny enough. I’ve known Sarah, the founder, since elementary school!ARTIFOX is a bit Dieter Rams,  a bit punk rock, but in solid hardwood. I now live for the desk flex.Sarah and I discuss the origins of ARTIFOX, objects of good design, what’s on her shelves, and the power of a good uniform.ARTIFOX on Instagram**Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim hereand Grand Seiko - Celebrate the nature of time with Grand Seiko**

Hey folks, Rob is flying solo this week while I'm about to unplug for the first time in two years! WE ARE ALL IN BETTER HANDS! 🤣 See you soon! - jeremyThis week, Rob chats with writer W. David Marx. David's an author and cultural critic, and is one of those guys who’s able to connect the dots of culture so vividly you never see things the same way again - a prime example is his book, Ametora: How Japan Saved American Style.Rob and David talk Nigo after his triumphant debut as Artistic Director for @kenzo, including his journey to becoming one of the most influential figures in fashion, strategies for style, how culture used to travel in pre-internet days, and David’s own story of how @bape_us turned him on to fashion and the time he once got into trouble with Stash.**Listen to the entire episode on Blamo! Extra

My guest this week is Peter Middleton, founder, and designer of Wythe. A brand that's helped spark the reemergence of western wear and why all your friends have that snap-button shirt! Peter is the real deal. As you'll hear in this chat, Peter talks about how Wythe was always there because the brand is essentially himself.Peter and I discuss his life growing up in Texas, what he learned working at Ralph Lauren, the importance of a side hustle, and finding himself through his brand. WSJ Wythe Mention**Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim 👖 hereandSponsored by Topper Jewelers check out their curated picks of all the watches from No Time to Die.

My guest this week is Davide Baroncini, founder of GHIAIA.A brand that's a beautiful hybrid of luxury and casual. It's a sort of California cool but made with luxurious fabrics and construction. You can wear it but still look like the LA guy pushing a grocery cart. Davide and I talk about the origins of the brand, what he learned while working at Brunello Cucinelli, how retail is the essence of service, and more.**Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim hereand Grand Seiko - Celebrate the nature of time with Grand Seiko**Got a hot take? Leave us a voicemail +1.917.267.2495 or email us info@blamopod.com

This week Rob and I chat with Wesley Scott. He’s an artist and designer for the brand 3sixteen among many other things.Wes has the ability to wear designers and brands that don’t look like how they were presented but always look perfect. His approach to dressing is well, as you hear, all his own.Rob and I chat with Wes about brands that deserve a second look, why you should buy art, and how to wear clothes differently.Mount SunnyFlat FileIt’s Blamo Extra with Wesley Scott.**Listen to the entire episode on Blamo! Extra

My guest this week is actor and comedian Heidi Gardner​​​​​​.She has been blowing up on Saturday Night Live from her "Boxer's Girlfriend" character to the "Teen Film Critic" to "John Michael Wozniak" from The Last Dance, you name it, she's crushed it. Heidi and talk about growing up in Kansas City, joining the Groundlings, LA vs. NYC style, digging for vintage on Etsy, making clothes with puffy paint, and getting fits off.Heidi Gardner on InstagramInStyle Feature on Heidi“Teen Film Critic” on Weekend Update“Boxer’s Girlfriend” on Weekend Update**Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim 👖 hereandSponsored by Topper Jewelers check out their curated picks of all the watches from No Time to Die. 

My guest this week is Déborah Neuberg, founder of De Bonne Facture.Deborah talks about her life growing up in Paris, her experience working at Hermes, and what luxury means for brands today.**Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim hereand Grand Seiko - Celebrate the nature of time with Grand Seiko**Got a hot take? Leave us a voicemail +1.917.267.2495 or email us info@blamopod.com