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Pretty Smart Rich
by Christina Rodriguez
Pretty Smart Rich is a dynamic podcast exploring success at the intersection of cultura, creators, and ambition. Presented by Christina Rodriguez, each episode dives into the journeys of remarkable women in CPG, tech, and creative industries. Gain insights into emerging beauty and fashion tech trends while celebrating cultural richness, strategic intelligence, and unapologetic female entrepreneurship.
Episodes
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Female Founder Advice from a $300M Startup Operator: Emilie Sydney-Smith of Vereme
What do venture capitalists actually invest in, and what does it take to build a $300 million company? Recorded live at Perfect Corp’s Global Beauty & Fashion Tech Forum at FIT in New York City, Christina sits down with Emilie Sydney-Smith, founder and CEO of Vereme, an AI stylist app that brings...
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Swan Beauty, Cos Bar & the Beauty Tech Ecosystem Nobody Saw Coming - Beauty Tech Careers & Industry Intel with Christina Rodriguez
In this episode of Pretty Smart Rich, Christina is breaking down what Swan Beauty actually built and why the mirror was never the product. She gets into the five-layer ecosystem Swan assembled before anyone was watching, the numbers that prove this wasn't a campaign — it was a system activation,...
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Meghan Markle & OneOff: AI Fashion Tech, Celebrity Investing & Infrastructure Play Nobody Explained
In this episode of Pretty Smart Rich, Christina breaks down what OneOff actually does and why the coverage missed the real story, how to read Meghan's investment like a stock market move -- the asset, the dividened, the clearinghouse and the compound return, why her portfolio shift from physical...
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Cody Sanchez Just Made 'Buying a Boring Business' the Hottest Beauty Idea in the Room
Everyone in beauty is obsessed with launching. The brand. The product. The pitch deck. The Sephora door. But the biggest players in this industry — LVMH, Estée Lauder, L'Oréal — didn't build their empires by launching. They built them by acquiring. In this episode of Pretty Smart Rich, Christina…
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Beauty Tech is Booming — Here's What the Industry Looks Like From the Inside
Beauty tech is booming — and if you're a woman who wants to build a career in beauty tech, fashion tech, or the AI side of the industry, this is the episode you didn't know you needed. This week on Pretty Smart Rich, I break down eight of the biggest beauty tech stories shaping the industry right...
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Healing Through Scent: The Future of Energy-Based Wellness with Laura McCann of Auratherapy Life
What if wellness wasn’t something you chased… but something you learned to understand? In this episode of Pretty Smart Rich, Christina sits down with Laura McCann, founder of Auratherapy Life, to explore how energy, scent, and self-awareness come together in a new kind of wellness experience.…
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The Beauty Architects: What Most Founders Get Wrong About Product Differentiation ft. Shannaz Schopfer
Most founders think their product is different. It’s not—and that’s where things start to break. I sat down with Shannaz Schopfer for a conversation every beauty founder should hear. We got into what actually makes a product stand out—and why so many brands miss it before they even get to scale....
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From Influence to Equity: The Pretty Smart Rich Breakdown
In this episode of Pretty Smart Rich, we unpack the cultural shift highlighted — the evolution to something much more powerful: equity. For years, influence was about visibility. Followers. Engagement. Aesthetic. Now? It’s about ownership. We break down what it actually means when creators...
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Episode 77: Women in Tech & the Creator Economy
Guest: Jo Wong, GM of Pop.Store & CRO at CommentSold In this powerful conversation, Christina sits down with Jo Wong to unpack her unconventional journey through the tech industry — from consulting and private equity to becoming a startup founder, and now leading revenue and growth at Pop.Store.…
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Episode 76: Building Your Business From Your Content
Welcome to the first episode of our Creator Economy series on Pretty Smart Rich! Today’s guest is Jo Wong, GM of Pop Store—one of the sharpest minds behind creator monetization tools and strategy. We get into the real talk behind making money as a creator in 2025. Jo breaks down:• Why websites…
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Episode 75:Future of AI in Beauty: What You Need to Know
Future of AI in Beauty: What You Need to Know The beauty industry is getting a high-tech makeover, and AI is leading the transformation. From personalized skincare routines to virtual try-ons and AI-driven product recommendations, technology is changing the way we shop for and experience beauty.…
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Episode 74:How AI is Revolutionizing Personalized Skincare (Without Replacing Human Experts)
Are you passionate about beauty but intimidated by tech? This episode is your backstage pass to the AI-driven future of skincare—where creativity and innovation collide. We’re breaking down how brands like Glossier are harnessing AI to deliver hyper-personalized products without sidelining human...
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Episode 73: The Future of AI in Fashion: Fashion Trends 2025
Join Christina, as she explores these trends and what they mean for the future of fashion! AI-Powered Creativity: Discover how AI is becoming a design assistant, helping create innovative prints and streamlining the design process from concept to creation. Hyper-Personalized Style: We're breaking...
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Episode 72: How We Got Here
🎙️Season Premiere: 2025 In this special season premiere, host Christina Rodriguez reflects on the journey of Pretty Smart Rich—not just her own, but ours. Together, we’ve built a platform that celebrates cultura, creators, and ambition, and this episode is a celebration of how far we’ve come.…
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Episode 71: AI and Creators Shaping the Next Era of Social Media Marketing
In this episode I am breaking down Patrona PR Ai Boot Camp link is Here
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Episode 70:Blockchain, AI, and Legal Tech Insights with Rick Tapia
In this enlightening episode of the Fit Beaute Report, host Christina engages in a dynamic conversation with Rick Tapia, a blockchain lawyer and legal tech founder. Recorded in April 2024, this discussion delves into the current landscape of blockchain technology, AI, and their impact on the…
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Episode 69: The AI Revolution in Beauty for Retail
🚀 The Future of Beauty Tech is Here! 💄🤖 New episode of the Fit Beaute Report now live! Christina explores the transformative impact of AI on the beauty and retail industry. Fresh insights from the Global Beauty and Fashion AI Forum in NYC: • Perfect Corp's "Beautiful AI" revolutionizing…
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Episode 68:The Intersection of Science and Beauty: An Interview with Dr. Gabriella Baki
In today's episode of The Fit Beaute Report, I am beyond thrilled to welcome a very special guest and dear friend, Dr. Gabriella Baki. Our collaboration dates back to our first cosmetic chemistry camp, where we worked together to keep young girls off the streets of Houston by introducing them to...
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Episode 67: Top Beauty Supplement Trends to Watch in 2024
🎙️ In this episode of the Fit Beaute Report, we're exploring the top beauty supplement trends that are set to dominate the industry in 2024. Our expert panel discusses the latest innovations in microbiome-friendly supplements for glowing skin, the rise of adaptogens for stress relief and overall...
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Episode 66: Meet Jordana Guimaraes from FASHINNOVATION
Welcome to a brand new episode of the "Fit Beaute Report Podcast"! In this exciting installment, we're thrilled to bring you an exclusive interview with Jordana, the visionary force behind FASHINNOVATION. Join us as we explore the dynamic fusion of fashion and technology and discover how…
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Episosde 65: The Innovations That Will Transform Shopping in 2024
The future of shopping is spatially interactive! In this episode from Fit Beauté, we dive into the Obsses 4 biggest retail tech trends defining the future of shopping in 2024: First, we explore the rise of spatial computing through Apple's Vision Pro AR headset and how it will enable virtual...
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Episode 64:Gen Z’s Virtual Self-Image: A Driving Force Behind Beauty Brands and Hype
The Fit Beaute Report explores innovations in beauty, fashion, and lifestyle through insightful data dives and culture commentary. Host Christina breaks down need-to-know consumer research, goes behind-the-scenes of industry shakeups, and equips listeners across the personal care space to...
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Episode 63: Meet Kate Archibald
In this episode, I talked with Kate about her experience in the beauty industry. We talked about the advancements and the numerous job opportunities for women due to beauty products. I also asked her to provide some social media tips as she works for Dash Hudson. She shared her insights on the...
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Episode 62: The Rise Of Virtual Influencers
Welcome to the Fit Beauté Report Podcast! In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of virtual influencers and their increasing power and popularity in the fashion, luxury, and beauty industries. Join us as we explore the rise of computer-generated CGI or animated characters that exist...
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Episode 61: Seven trends you absolutely need to watch in beauty tech before 2027
Welcome to The Fit Beaute Report Podcast, I'm your host, Christina! In this podcast, we'll be exploring the exciting future of the beauty industry's tech space and how it's set to transform before 2027. Join me on this captivating journey as I share my top beauty tech predictions for the future....
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Episode 60: Exploring the Future of Smart Shopping: Flying Cars and Delivery Drones
Welcome to Episode 60 of the Fit Beauté Report podcast, where we delve into the fascinating world of the "Store of the Future." I'll explore how intelligent cars, smart mirrors, and a range of other innovative technologies are revolutionizing the way we shop. In this episode, we look closer at…
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Episode 59: Discover the Digital Innovations Transforming the Consumer Experience
🌟 In this episode, I discuss the Global Beauty and Fashion Tech Forum making a splash on June 26th at The Convene in NYC. Perfect Corp. hosted this mind-blowing event, delving deep into the world of AI and AR technologies reshaping retail. 💄🛍️ This gathering was a hub of inspiration and ideas,...
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Episode 58: Meet Michelle Zaffino, CEO and Founder of My Librarian App
During this episode, I had a chat with Michelle, an incredible woman in tech who has a talent for coding and creativity. We discussed the process of raising venture capital for a technology company and the platform Shefundraises, which provides opportunities for funding applications.…
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Episode 57: Meet Kathleen Roberts, CEO of Switch Rewards Card
In this exciting new episode of our podcast, we sit down with Kathleen Roberts, the CEO of Switch, a revolutionary blockchain-based financial services ecosystem. Switch is disrupting the traditional financial industry by offering decentralized debit payment solutions for both traditional and...
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Episode 56: QingQing China's Top 10 Fashion Designer
In this episode during NFT.NYC I interview Fashion designer Qingqing Wu to presented Roundiverse at NYF NYC this April. NEW YORK, April 5th, 2023—Roundiverse, an exclusive new and totally unique NFT project, genuinely like no other, will make its debut of digital fashion at the spectacular NFT…
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Episode 55:Exploring the Intersection of AI from Art to ChatGPT with a focus on Hackathons.
In this episode, I talk about how hackathons are shifting the culture into a "tech bro club, " gatekeeping your entrance to a decentralized world and still using the old tech gatekeeping mentality. I also talk about AI, how Art is the heart, and how we can hope for the A.I. to help us create…
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Episode 54: Meet Michelle Maiuri Growth Director from Deepcoin
In this episode I interviewed Michelle about how to trade yourself with your own research. Michelle got her start in SaaS working with SpringCM, now a Docusign company, marketing & selling document management software in partnership with Salesforce. She began trading crypto in 2016 and has been...
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Episodio 51: Meet Jessica Couch
In this episode, I sat with Jessica Couch she is the Co- Founder of Fayetteville Road, leading retail technology consultant. Author, speaker and innovator. Please don't forget to rate, comment on this episode and find us on social media. https://www.instagram.com/beauteintechmagazine/...
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Episodio 50: Meet Clare Tattersall
In this episode, I sat down with Clare Tattersall she is the director of Digital Fashion Week NY and the founder of The Drip – an haute couture digital fashion boutique.With two decades of experience innovating at the intersection of fashion design x technology, she launched DFW to provide a lens...
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Episode 49: Ordile Roujol, Beauty Tech VC and founder of FAB Fashion and Beauty Tech Community
Odile ROUJOL is the Founder of FaB Fashion and BeautyTech community (now 15,000 founders and VCs and 3800 subscribers of the newsletter) and Fab co-creation studio Ventures (fund II ambition $20M, first closing last Oct) seed stage, backing consumer tech and new commerce ( in the space of Beauty...
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Episode 48: A Lack of Female Leadership in the Metaverse
In this episode, I talk about women in the Metaverse: Lack of leadership, inclusion, and funding according to a Mckinsey Report. Women are locked out of the Metaverse and I am reporting on this in today's episode. It's about to be 2030 and why are we still not that much further than when we first...
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Episodio 47 Aly Neumann from Fourth Wave Dao
In this episode, I sat with Aly Neumann froum Fouth Way talking about Blockchain, fashion and women. Please don't forget to rate, comment on this episode and find us on social media. https://www.instagram.com/beauteintechmagazine/ https://www.instagram/Thefitbeautereport...
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Episodio 46: Wayne Liu of Perfect Corp
In this special edition, we talk about how artificial intelligence and augmented reality are changing beauty and fashion. We have the world's leading company Perfect Corp as our special guest. I sat down with Wayne Liu Presidente of Perfect Corp. Please don't forget to rate, comment on this…
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Epsidode 43: Meet Tisophone of Alecto AI
In this episode, I sat with the founder, Tisiphone Goddess of Fury, to talk about her story behind AI Alecto. How image abuse changed her life after finding her video on porn hub without her consent. She is now a woman on a mission to change image abuse and stop this from happening to other women...
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Episode 42: Meet Gorreti Oronia of LifeChain.
In this episode I sat down to talk with Goretti from @LifeChain.mx about the work she is doing in blockchain technology to help women. Thank you so much for tuning into the Fit Beaute Report. As always, thank you for tuning into the podcast from Beauté in Tech Magazine. Please don't forget to…
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Episode 40: Meet Tessy Castellanos for LATAM at Exness
In this episode, I sat down with the marketing manager of LATAM at Exness during Blockchain Land to discuss her journey to Exness and crypto plus, we talked about the importance of women having crypto in their wallets. Even if you don't think you need it, you should start collecting it for the...
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Episode 39: L’ATTITUDE The Event for Mainstream Americans
In this episode I am talking about the one of-a-kind event for Latino business owners.
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Episodio 38: Conoce a Natalia Vélez y María Londoño de Disrupt3rs (ESPAÑOL)
En este episodio me senté con Natalia y María, tres de las cinco mujeres colombianas que integran la empresa de tecnología Disrupt3rs. Disrupt3rs es una plataforma de hacer clic y jugar que lo ayuda a seleccionar su modelo de negocio NFT ideal y su contrato inteligente basado en una estructura...
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Episode 37: Meet Our Guest Pablo Enrique Esq, attorney in Web3
In today's episode, I discuss legal issues in the web3 space with Pablo an Attorney and head of client relations NettyArt, a multimedia NFT platform that provides data, tools, and education that enables users to make smarter decisions. www.NettyArt.io Pablo's focus is to build, enhance, and grow...
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Episode 36: Keeping Up with Web3, NFT Trends and Cryptocurrencies
Keeping up with Web3 is a new series where I am going to be decoding NFT projects to show you what to look in before investing so you don't get scammed. To get started I am going to decode crypto, blockchain and NFTs for you to have a foundation before you get started building your portfolio....
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Episode 35: Meet Our Guest AHSAN IMTIAZ CEO of The Cloud City Metaverse
In this episode I talk with Ahsan about worlds of the Metaverse, women in web 3 and how beauty brands can use The Cloud City Metaverse. “We are creating an immersive metaverse that includes all the categories; NFTs, Business Enclaves and Play-to-earn games. NFTs (Creators can create, buy, sell…
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Episode 34: Web 1.0, Web 2.0, and Web 3.0
In the blockchain world, you must have heard about “Web 2.0” and “Web 3.0” frequently. But what do Web 2.0 and Web 3.0 mean? Which one is better? In this episode, I am talking about the evolution of "Web 1.0" to what it is now. Connect with me on Social Media @Christinathefitbeaute and...
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Episode 33: Meet Angel Pui, Co
Angel Pui is a serial entrepreneur who has founded 5 companies since the 7th grade. The first problem she solved—automating Street Fighter combos with a programmable joystick so as not to cause her thumbs any more blisters—was sold into giants like Logitech and Alienware as gaming hardware with...
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Episode 32: Meet Taco Gatos NFT Co-Founder Brigette
Brigette is a business coach and trainer by day and a Web3 mentor by night. She is passionate about making web3 accessible to all and is focused on meeting people where they are in their journey. Taco Gatos is a family-friendly NFT project that is a safe space for newbies and OGs alike. Brigette...
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Episode 31: Meet Marina Banks Attorney
Marina Banks is licensed attorney focusing on business law and intellectual property. Attorney Banks obtained her Bachelor’s Degree from Dillard University in New Orleans, LA, and attended Texas Southern University where she received her Doctor of Jurisprudence. She began her legal career as an...
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Pretty Smart Rich is a dynamic podcast exploring success at the intersection of cultura, creators, and ambition. Presented by Christina Rodriguez, each episode dives into the journeys of remarkable women in CPG, tech, and creative industries. Gain insights into emerging beauty and fashion tech trends while celebrating cultural richness, strategic intelligence, and unapologetic female entrepreneurship.
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