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Back Row with Amy Odell

Amy Odell
Anna Wintour
Victoria Beckham
Fashion Industry
Vogue
Fashion
Luxury Fashion
Fashion Media
Gwyneth Paltrow
Tiktok
Fashion Week
Chanel
Matthieu Blazy
Military Influence In Fashion
Instagram
Dior
Paris Fashion Week
Virginie Viard
Khakis
CNN
High-End Gifts

Fashion, style, celebrity and culture. Insider knowledge. Outsider honesty. Humor included.

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Amy Odell talks with model and writer Lauren Chan about what she calls a "recession of size inclusion" in fashion. After years of progress, brands are reverting back to casting “straight size” models by default —and the consequences go far beyond aes... more

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or Spotify. In part two, Amy gets Dana Thomas's thoughts on Emily in Paris after watching it for the first time; how French attitudes toward plastic surgery compare to those in Amer... more

Gwyneth Paltrow has long been known for promoting various wellness fads that drive experts crazy. Long before she was publicly singing the praises of raw dairy products, she would publish "detox" diets each January. These were the foundation of Goop'... more

What can we glean about Condé Nast's politics from recent current events? Teen Vogue has been shuttered, but Vanity Fair's Trump 2.0 package was a journalistic achievement of the sort rarely seen these days. Anna Wintour is a known Democratic support... more

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Recent Guests

Lauren Chan
Long-time model and writer who has covered body diversity in fashion and is the first lesbian model to cover the Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue.
Henning, Universal Standard
Episode: The Recession of Size Inclusion in Fashion (with Lauren Chan)
Dana Thomas
New York Times bestselling author and veteran fashion journalist
New York Times
Episode: Emily in Paris vs. Real French Style
Taylor Lorenz
Prolific tech journalist and independent creator
Episode: How Social Media Broke Fashion (and Everything Else) with Taylor Lorenz
Rachel Tashjian
Outgoing fashion critic of the Washington Post, starting a new job as the senior style reporter for CNN.
CNN
Episode: Is Vogue Still Relevant? Rachel Tashjian on Fashion’s Power Shift
Dr. Mara Einstein
Professor at CUNY and author of several books on marketing and advertising including "Hoodwinked".
Episode: Black Friday: How Fashion Brands Use Cult Tactics on You
Sophie Gilbert
Staff writer at The Atlantic, author of 'Girl on Girl'
The Atlantic
Episode: Kim Kardashian’s Brand Is Blankness; ‘All’s Fair’ Is a Tacky Mess
Marisa Meltzer
Author of It Girl, The Life and Legacy of Jane Birkin
Episode: Was Jane Birkin Unfairly Commodified by Hermès?
Linus Karp
Creator and star of the play Gwyneth Goes Skiing
Soho Playhouse
Episode: Does Gwyneth Paltrow Wish Me Well?
Joseph Martin
Creator and star of the play Gwyneth Goes Skiing
Soho Playhouse
Episode: Does Gwyneth Paltrow Wish Me Well?

Host

Amy Odell
Host of discussions focusing on fashion, celebrity culture, and societal impacts with a humorous and insightful approach.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 35 ratings
  • Why are you reading?

    I want to love this podcast but she’s just reading her prepared remarks. Podcasts should be conversational even when it’s just you and no guest. It just is hard to listen to even though I’ve been interested in some of her topics.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    billgatesisev1l
    United Statesa month ago
  • Delightful

    What a genuinely enjoyable conversation about fashion. Clearly knowledgeable but also approachable and fun.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    C Siun
    United Statesa month ago
  • One of the Best Fashion Podcasts

    I find a lot of fashion podcasts to be quite boring but I still listen to stay up to date. However, Back Row is genuinely interesting and entertaining. So glad I found it!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jsequira
    United Statesa month ago
  • Fun and informative

    I love listening to these and reading the Substack too. I already have two book recommendations only based on two episodes and can’t wait for more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vanessa N. E.
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Good listen!

    Informative, hilarious and perfect to listen to while making dinner.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jeniscoolandsoareyou
    United States2 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the insightful commentary on fashion and celebrity culture, often noting the host's unique perspective and humor.
The blend of insider knowledge and outsider honesty is particularly praised, making the show both relatable and engaging.

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#17
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#206
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#9
Canada/Arts/Fashion & Beauty
Apple Podcasts
#18
United Kingdom/Arts/Fashion & Beauty
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#144
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#179
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The Recession of Size Inclusion in Fashion (with Lauren Chan)
Q: Where were we before and where are we now regarding size inclusion?
There was a peak around 2015-2019 with increased representation in fashion, but now there has been a regression post-COVID.
Kim Kardashian’s Brand Is Blankness; ‘All’s Fair’ Is a Tacky Mess
Q: What do you make of that?
There's a really great scene in the show where they're discussing plastic surgery, which first of all, Ryan Murphy, who ostensibly created All's Fair, his second show that he ever produced and brought to television was Nip Tuck.
Kim Kardashian’s Brand Is Blankness; ‘All’s Fair’ Is a Tacky Mess
Q: Can you take us back to the Kardashians?
Sophie discusses the transformation of the Kardashian image over the years and their impact on beauty standards and media.

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Recent guests on Back Row include:

1. Lauren Chan
2. Dana Thomas
3. Taylor Lorenz
4. Rachel Tashjian
5. Dr. Mara Einstein
6. Sophie Gilbert
7. Marisa Meltzer
8. Linus Karp

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