If You Don't Ask, the Answer Is Always No - What I’ve learnt after 99 episodes of The Makeup

Send us Fan MailSHOW NOTESEpisode 100: Celebrating 100 Episodes with Vanessa BarneyThis week we flip the mic. For our 100th episode, I'm the one being interviewed — and honestly, it felt strange and wonderful at the same time.We go deep on what it's really been like building The Makeup Insider from the ground up, the lessons that have stayed with me, and where this podcast is heading next.If you've been here from the start, thank you. If you're new, welcome — this is a great place to jump in.TopicKey TakeawayStarting from scratch Be ready to begin again. Patience and self-grace aren't optional.The power of asking "If you don't ask, the answer is always no." (Thanks Nicole Thompson.)Community and mentorship This podcast exists to be the mentor I never had.Global reach Listeners from Ukraine, Africa, and beyond — still blows my mind.What's next More face-to-face interviews, international guests, and growing online.Thank you Julia Dillon for a wonderful chat. The Hair Edit Waitlist Weekly Newsletter Follow TMI on IG Follow Vanessa on IGThe Makeup Insider Blog The Makeup Insider TikTokThe Gifting Checklist