Eyewitness Beauty

Annie and Nick reunite to talk about Annie’s new company/vanity project, Kraum. Reporting in live from launch day, Nick grills Annie on how Kraum came to be. Also discussed: Nick’s clandestine project, famous people. This episode is brought to you by Kraum, Inc. Shop the Micro Brush Collection only at kraum.co. Also, it’s me, Annie. I touch on this in the episode, but I want to say it here, too: thank you all for every little bit of support and encouragement on Kraum. Even as small as liking something I post, or thinking a happy thought. I have been very touched and it’s been so energizing, probably more helpful than you even realize. That’s all for now! Send me any questions on Kraum, I love talking about it. -Annie This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.eyewitnessbeauty.com

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.eyewitnessbeauty.comThis week we discuss the darkest social media platform, LinkedIn and the LinkedIn-ification of Substack. Plus — Is Annie a b***h? Nick weighs in. Coffee with your cosmetics? We question why every single brand must now open a cafe.Sound off in the comments, let’s hear it!

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.eyewitnessbeauty.comFirst: an enthralling discussion on Nick’s Invisalign journey. Then: we hear from the #LEAVEGLOSSIERALONE movement as the precious brand gears up to launch a new fragrance. [link: Glossier’s New Exit Strategy via Puck News]Also:MAC creative director Drew Elliott (@drewpsie; formerly of Paper Magazine, “America’s Next Top Model”) leaves Lauder to go to A…

Nick got something new injected into his face, Britney Spears has big plans for fragrance, problematic Super Bowl happenings, Comedians in Cars Getting Gooped. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.eyewitnessbeauty.com

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.eyewitnessbeauty.comNick’s back from Korea and chomping at the bit to talk beauty news: Violet Grey opening an **actual** NYC location, Ulta replaces a regular boss (man) with a #girlboss, Melania channeling her own inner #girlboss in her official portrait, someone let a Kardashian into the Chanel show, and Pat McGrath’s new launch is so two thousand and late. Products of …

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.eyewitnessbeauty.comWhile Nick’s away, Annie is joined by the reigning Queen of Substack, Emily Sundberg. Her newsletter, Feed Me, is the premiere ‘stack to sub for all things business and culture. Emily was in DC for the Inauguration, and shared deets on rubbing shoulders with the children of Trump’s regime and MAGA martinis, and we talk Tiktok’s place in Meta country. Pl…

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.eyewitnessbeauty.comNick and Annie catch up after a whirlwind start to the new year. Updates on Blake Brown Beauty, Invisalign, and Annie’s product of the week is a facelift for $75.

Annie’s out of town this week, but worry not: friend of the pod, comedy writer and tinned-fish evangelist Caroline Goldfarb joins Nick to explain the cult cookie-to-cosmetics pipeline, her current beauty faves, and more. Follow Caroline on Substack This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.eyewitnessbeauty.com

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.eyewitnessbeauty.comNick expounds on his theory regarding the raw milk consumption-to-Trumper pipeline. Annie paid $50 for a stranger on the internet to Looksmaxx her. Both are fascinated by the new Dunkin’ Donuts and Crumbl deodorants.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.eyewitnessbeauty.comProfessional youth expert and author of the popular After School newsletter joins to talk teen fragrance flexing, the state of color cosmetics, and to finally unravel the mystery behind who is keeping Harry Styles’ Pleasing brand in business. Subscribe to After School by Casey Lewis!

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.eyewitnessbeauty.comIt’s better to give than to receive—unless you’re on the receiving end of one of our ‘24 gift picks. Happy shopping!

Annie and Nick talk trad-wifing, the luxury beauty slow-down, why we love Martha Stewart, and a new, expensive, and frightening Gen-x beauty brand in a Sephora near you. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.eyewitnessbeauty.com

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.eyewitnessbeauty.comRough week for half of America. Annie and Nick discuss coping mechanisms, Martha Stewart, the oily skincare fad of yore, and a posh beauty retailer’s physical future. Plus, some deliciously scented product of the weeks you WON’T want to miss.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.eyewitnessbeauty.comAs Estée Lauder announces a new CEO, Nick reminisces about his stint at the storied beauty conglomerate. Then, Annie discusses her many parallels to mom-to-be X3, Gisele Bündchen.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.eyewitnessbeauty.comNick and Annie are suspicious of a yet-to-launch beauty startup founded by finance bros, which has already raised close to $75 million. Also: the troubling new trend of pet-grooming microwaves, and Nick comes out as a Mark Zuckerberg apologist.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.eyewitnessbeauty.comAnnie and Nick talk first impressions of Victoria's Secret's return to the runway; Walgreen's house brand goes full dupe; and unveil a new weekly segment, Roses & Thorns.

Annie and Nick discuss the new Hailey Bieber launches, Naomi Campbell's latest (alleged) humanitarian misstep, and more. Plus, Nick cries real tears thanks to his Product of the Week (the excellent new film GOODRICH). And Substack is launching! Make sure to follow us and receive a free 1-month subscription. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.eyewitnessbeauty.com

Annie finds time in the midst of an Italian-baby-clothes shopping spree to log on with Nick to talk through the week’s top stories. They answer questions such as, Should We Feel Bad For Bernard Arnault? Did Nick Go To Sleepaway Camp With Céline’s New Artistic Director? And more… This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.eyewitnessbeauty.com

Annie and Nick dig into the news of the week, including Youthforia’s product development-slash-DEI hire, Glossier You’s new flanker fragrances, and the Menendez Brothers on Netflix. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.eyewitnessbeauty.com

Annie and Nick discuss the who, what, when, where, and why of Cassandra Grey's re-acquisition of Violet Grey; the past and future of 'content and commerce,' and more. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.eyewitnessbeauty.com