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The Business of Fashion Podcast

The Business of Fashion
Fashion Industry
Fashion
Sustainable Fashion
John Galliano
The Gap
Sustainability
Climate Change
Articles Of Interest
Bottega Veneta
Atelier Jolie
Ashley Graham
Wrap Dress
Creativity and Commerce
Climate Colonialism
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Cancel Culture
Regenerative Agriculture
Barbie
Cultural Relevance
Mental Health

The Business of Fashion has gained a global following as an essential daily resource for fashion creatives, executives and entrepreneurs in over 200 countries. It is frequently described as “indispensable,” “required reading” and “an addiction.”

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Latest Episodes

Speaking at the Institut Français de la Mode graduation ceremony in Paris, BoF founder and CEO Imran Amed reflected on his own personal  journey that led him to create The Business of Fashion, starting with a chance encounter with a stranger in the N... more

Sneakers have driven growth for the sportswear industry for decades, in recent years accelerated by the pandemic and work-from-home culture. However, a recent Bank of America report sparked debate by suggesting the sneaker boom may be nearing an end,... more

Willa Bennett is the editor-in-chief of Cosmopolitan and Seventeen — two of the most influential legacy media brands now being reimagined for a social-first, creator-driven era.

Bennett grew up in Los Angeles, trained as a ballerina and studied jour... more

Saks’ bankruptcy was widely expected, yet still felt like a shock to the fashion system. 

The department store giant’s Chapter 11 filing outlines $1.75 billion in restructuring finance and $3.4 billion owed to as many as 25,000 creditors – including... more

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Willa Bennett
Editor-in-chief of Cosmopolitan and Seventeen
Episode: How Willa Bennett Is Reimagining Magazines for a Social-First Generation
Cat Chen
BoF retail editor
The Business of Fashion
Episode: Saks’ Bankruptcy and the Future of Luxury Retail
Priya Rao
Executive Editor of The Business of Beauty
The Business of Fashion
Episode: Inside Beauty’s 2026 M&A Pipeline
Marc Bain
BoF correspondent and contributor to the State of Fashion report.
The Business of Fashion
Episode: The Themes That Will Define the 2026 Fashion Agenda
Black Coffee
Acclaimed South African DJ and music producer
Episode: DJ Black Coffee on Breaking Barriers and Building Global Credibility
Awar Odhiang
A model who rose to prominence with her memorable debut at Chanel.
Episode: Awar Odhiang on Joy, Inclusion and Her Viral Chanel Moment
Riz Ahmed
Oscar and Emmy-winning actor, producer and musician
Episode: Riz Ahmed on the Radical Power of Storytelling
Francesco Carrozzini
Photographer and filmmaker, and son of Franca Sozzani.
Franca Fund for Preventive Genomics
Episode: An Act of Love: Securing Franca Sozzani’s Legacy
Andrea Guerra
CEO of the Prada Group
Prada Group
Episode: Prada Group CEO Andrea Guerra on Fixing the Luxury Business Model

Hosts

Imran Amed
Founder and CEO of The Business of Fashion
Sheena Butler-Young
Senior Correspondent
Brian Baskin
Executive Editor

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2.2k ratings
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    Apple Podcasts
    5
    From Another Great Admirer
    United States21 days ago
  • Prada Andrea Guerra the politician

    Quite the politician, he hasn’t answered any of your questions! You did so well Imran to friendly debunk some of his vacuous statements. It must be fun working ‘for’ him, my way or the highway style am guessing. Off on a slight tang here, Italian fashion is extremely misogynistic and that’s the manner exactly

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Molylu
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Same same

    I used to love this pod but it has become exactly the same conversation and points week after week after week. If you enjoy current fashion convo check out BOF Debrief. Taking an extended break from BOF. Hopefully it will return to some of the current fashion content and joy of its past

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Robber-hood
    United States3 months ago
  • Yasmine Sewell’s Was Next Level

    Wow! Yasmine Sewell is NEXT LEVEL! Only BOF can elegantly merge business and intuition so powerfully!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FrannyMV
    United States7 months ago
  • Craft is everywhere

    Episode from May 2, as if craft isn’t expertly executed in Europe? It’s all over the world so no, you don’t get to claim craft is only in the global south or change fashion house culture. And artisans are “exploited” everywhere, hardly not not just global south.

    The

    Is conversation was interesting but came off condescending and moralizing.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Myreesegirl4ever
    United States7 months ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some feedback indicates a desire for more diverse voices in discussions, particularly from female perspectives.
There have been critiques regarding the repetitiveness of certain discussions, calling for fresh content to maintain engagement.
Listeners appreciate the insightful commentary on pressing fashion topics and the informative nature of guest interviews.
Praise for high-profile guests and the quality of journalism featured in episodes.
Listeners enjoy the combination of business insights with cultural discussions, recognizing its role as a valuable resource for those in the fashion industry.

Chart Rankings

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#7
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#43
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#99
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

How Willa Bennett Is Reimagining Magazines for a Social-First Generation
Q: What do you think young people are looking for in media now, when so much of their lives are dominated by social media?
Young audiences crave authentic and curated content, rather than just more content without context.
DJ Black Coffee on Breaking Barriers and Building Global Credibility
Q: How do you see the gap between how Africa is perceived and the reality?
The continent is often misrepresented, with a smaller image portrayed on the globe, and it has immense talent and culture that needs visibility on a global scale.
DJ Black Coffee on Breaking Barriers and Building Global Credibility
Q: What does it take to be a great DJ on a global scale?
It involves significant internal and external work to overcome stereotypes, especially as an artist from Africa.
The Sneaker of the Year 2025
Q: How does Nike's current standing affect the sneaker of the year conversation?
Nike remains a strong industry leader despite the rise of competitors, and they continue to have significant influence on the sneaker landscape.
The Sneaker of the Year 2025
Q: What was it about the sneaker conversation in 2025 that felt different compared to 2023 or 2018?
The conversation was marked by an increase in passionate arguments and a wider array of opinions on various sneakers, rather than a clear consensus.

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1. Willa Bennett
2. Cat Chen
3. Priya Rao
4. Marc Bain
5. Black Coffee
6. Awar Odhiang
7. Riz Ahmed
8. Francesco Carrozzini

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