Vex Ruffin makes ‘Original Pilipino Music’ (OPM) which dives into his relationship between Filipino and American culture.  His music is a beautiful space where Filipino values meet the Californian way of life, and where family relationship is core.  Represented by Stones Throw Records, his new album is called LiteAce Frequency (2020)  https://www.stonesthrow.com/artist/vex/

Check out his show on NTS, Manila Times https://www.nts.live/artists/5964-vex-ruffin

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"The Ponytail Show" Episode 32:  Vex Ruffin

J-Town Action and Solidarity is an anti-gentrification group in LA's Little Tokyo, fighting to prevent the erasure of Japanese History in the locality.  On this episode's panel discussion, we have founding members Zen Sekizawa and Devon Tsuno, as well as 'Glenfluencer' and LA local Glenjamn.

Find out more about J-Town Action and Solidarity https://linktr.ee/jtown.action.and.solidarity

Check out their work
Zen Sekizawa https://zensekizawa.com​
Devon Tsuno https://www.instagram.com/devontsunostudio/
Glenjamn http://www.glenjamn.com​

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"The Ponytail Show" - Episode 33: J-Town Action and Solidarity

Jeremy is co-founder of Standard & Strange, a retailer of high-end and artisan made menswear based in Oakland, California.  This episode we compare notes on military pieces from our vintage collections, and dive into why we are so fond of uniforms. 

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Have a look at the Standard & Strange space http://standardandstrange.com
Our theme music is by E.L. Mahon http://elmahon.com

"The Ponytail Show" Episode 34: Jeremy Smith

Chris is founder of Pilgrim Surf Supply, est. Brooklyn in 2012.  He has spent his career as artist, woodworker, and Creative Director of the Condé Nast photography studio.  The Pilgrim Surf Supply Universe explores a type of friction that leads to critical thought, which then, ideally, changes the viewer’s expectations of what is possible.  http://pilgrimsurfsupply.com

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Chris Gentile

Champ Ensminger is a Thai American filmmaker born in Chiang Mai and raised in Spokane, Washington.  His recent documentary, 'Yai Nin' is a documentary short film about Ninlawan Pinyo, a Thai businesswoman whose success making naem (pork sausage) propelled her family to America.  Streaming now on Vimeo https://www.yainindoc.com

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"The Ponytail Show" Episode 36: Champ Ensminger

Romeo Okwara is an outside linebacker for the Detroit Lions of the American National Football League (NFL).  His passion for documentary photography has led to a strong body of work that closely ties with his personal values.  His latest work 'Through my lens' has been exhibited at the Leica Gallery in LA.  In this podcast we talk about the relationship between creativity, sport, and values.  

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Find more of Romeo's work at https://www.romeookwara.com

"The Ponytail Show" Episode 37: Romeo Okwara

Eric Kvatek is a documentary and fashion photographer based in New York.  He is well known for his iconic shots for clients like Kapital, 45RPM, Free People, Replay, Billionaire Boys Club, amongst others.  His work can be found at http://kvatek.com

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"The Ponytail Show" Episode 38: Eric Kvatek

Robert Sukrachand is a New York City and Chiang Mai based furniture designer. Since launching his first collection in 2015 Robert has created mixed material works that blend divergent material and cultural influences. http://www.sukrachand.com

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Our theme music is by E.L. Mahon

"The Ponytail Show" Episode 39: Robert Sukrachand

Giulio Miglietta is a London based illustrator and storyteller who runs an independent design studio, specialising in vintage chainstitch embroidery.  The creative work he makes is entirely handcrafted using original vintage machines.  Check out his work here https://www.giuliomiglietta.com

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Our theme music is by E.L. Mahon

"The Ponytail Show" Episode 40: Giulio Miglietta

Christine Alcalay is a fashion designer and boutique owner in New York.  Her namesake collection is inspired by iconic women of the past and present and designed for the iconic women of present and future.  She owns stand alone boutique stores Kiwi, Fig, and the Christina Alcalay Atelier, in the Brooklyn area.

Check out her label here https://christinealcalay.com

This is a Ponytail Journal podcast. http://ponytailjournal.com
Our theme music is by E.L. Mahon.

"The Ponytail Show" Episode 41: Christine Alcalay

Carlan is the co-owner of PPHH store in Melbourne's trendy Fitzroy.  She is also a media professional in Australian commercial radio.  In celebration of PPHH's 10 year anniversary this month, Lauren and Carlan came together to share notes on their experiences of running fashion businesses over the past decade.  

Check out PPHH store here https://pphh.store

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Our theme music is by E.L. Mahon

"The Ponytail Show" Episode 42: Carlan Pickings

Nigel Cabourn is an authentic British menswear designer and public figure.  He joins me from Newcastle with daughter Sophie, to talk about his life and design inspiration during the Covid-19 lockdown.

Check out Nigel's brand at www.cabourn.com

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The Ponytail Show - Episode 1:  Nigel and Sophie Cabourn

John Dennis is the founder and brain behind the brand 'Sam Roberts LA' and 'Valley of the Moon' store in Ojai, California.  Find his wares at http://samrobertsla.com

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The Ponytail Show - Episode 3: John Dennis

Yumiko Sakuma is a published writer and producer, working in Japanese and English.  Her work revolves around contemporary culture, art, fashion, music, and socio-political issues.  Find her work here https://yumikosakuma.com/

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The Ponytail Show - Episode 4: Yumiko Sakuma

Forest Eckley is co-founder of Glasswing Shop in Seattle, a community-focused retailer of artisanal clothing and objects.  He and his collaborators also run a plant shop called Glasswing Greenhouse; Canyon Creek Cabins - a cabin retreat in the nearby mountains; and make furniture under the name Brackish Designs.  Visit their online space here http://glasswingshop.com

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Music by E.L. Mahon http://elmahon.com

The Ponytail Show - Episode 5: Forest Eckley

Belinda Baggs is a global surf activist dedicated to campaigning on the issue of climate change. She is a trailblazing female longboarder, surf ambassador for Patagonia, and the first woman on the cover of Surfer's Journal magazine. Support her cause through her social media channel https://instagram.com/belindabaggs and Surfers for Climate https://www.instagram.com/surfersforclimatechange

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Music by the talented E.L. Mahon http://elmahon.com

The Ponytail Show - Episode 7: Belinda Baggs

Spencer Barksdale was designer at Levi Strauss & Co., and senior design director at Tommy Hilfiger before starting his own brand Heehaw Melancholy in 2000.  He later went on to work at Calvin Klein Jeans before his 15 year career at Ralph Lauren where he was VP of Denim Design.

This Podcast is brought to you by Ponytail Journal. http://ponytailjournal.com

Our theme music is by the talented E.L. Mahon. http://elmahon.com

The Ponytail Show - Episode 8: Spencer Barksdale

Bob Frankel is from Jungmaven, a radical hemp tee and basics brand from the Pacific North West of America.  Their ethos is built around simplicity and sustainability.   https://jungmaven.com/

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The Ponytail Show - Episode 12: Bob Frankel

Carrie and Shinya Hasegawa are the founders of Battenwear, a thoughtfully designed outdoor wear brand based in the U.S.  The brand makes their gear in America, and has been focused on quality, detail, and functionality since their beginnings in 2011.  https://battenwear.com

This podcast is brought to you by Ponytail Journal http://ponytailjournal.com
Our theme music is by the talented E.L. Mahon http://elmahon.com

The Ponytail Show - Episode 13: Carrie And Shinya Hasegawa

David Gensler is founder of the Vanish brand, a cultural platform he likes to call ‘curated escapism’ that helps inspire people to get into the great outdoors. https://vanish.today

This podcast is brought to you by Ponytail Journal. http://ponytailjournal.com
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The Ponytail Show - Episode 14: David Gensler

Max Wastler founded 'All Paid Out', a blog focused on clothes and objects made with integrity, as well as the manufacture of heritage goods in America.  His career has been spent building, or in many cases, re-building brands and their cultures. https://allplaidout.com

This is a Ponytail Journal podcast. http://ponytailjournal.com
Our theme music is by E.L. Mahon http://elmahon.com

The Ponytail Show - Episode 15: Max Wastler

Nigel Cabourn is an authentic British menswear designer and public figure.  He joins me from his design studio in Newcastle to talk about his father who served in Burma during WWII. http://cabourn.com

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Our theme music is by E.L. Mahon http://elmahon.com

The Ponytail Show - Episode 16: Nigel Cabourn

Jared is co-founder of Season Three, an outdoor lifestyle brand influenced by creative culture that has launched this year.  They believe that thoughtful design is for everyone. https://seasonthree.com

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Our theme music is by E.L. Mahon http://elmahon.com

The Ponytail Show - Episode 19: Jared Ray Johnson

Mari Jacobson is retail operations manager at Standard and Strange in Oakland, CA. She is passionate about starting a conversation on inclusivity in the denim and heritage industry. https://www.instagram.com/shungacowgirl/
https://standardandstrange.com

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Our theme music is by E.L. Mahon http://elmahon.com

The Ponytail Show - Episode 21: Mari Jacobson

Ben Fife is founder of Westward Leather Company in Spokane, Washington state.  The company is platform to Ben's leather goods, all artisan made by the man himself.  http://www.westwardleather.com

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The Ponytail Show - Episode 22: Ben Fife

Mark Fogwell is the man behind 'Worn Over Time', a specialist in vintage, and antique artefacts.  He and his wife Lorraine search out storied objects and pass them on to others.  It's a lifestyle baby!  http://www.worn-over-time.com

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Our theme music is by E.L. Mahon http://elmahon.com

The Ponytail Show - Episode 23:  Mark Fogwell

Ariel Stark-Benz is founder of Mister Green, “a friendly shop for high-minded people”, in Los Angeles.  The store and brand is born into a universe with a fresh-cut perspective on weed, design, and creativity.  https://www.green-mister.com

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Our theme music is by E.L. Mahon http://elmahon.com

The Ponytail Show - Episode 27: Ariel Stark-Benz

Ouigi Theodore is founder of The Brooklyn Circus, a New York mens brand that finds inspiration in the pages of history books.  https://thebkcircus.com

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Our theme music is by E.L.Mahon http://elmahon.com

The Ponytail Show - Episode 28: Ouigi Theodore

Aaron Levine is Senior Vice President of Mens and Women's design at Abercrombie & Fitch.  Check out his personal project, an internet space for industry pals to share a little goodness with the community.  https://www.instagram.com/aaronplevine/

This is a Ponytail Journal podcast. http://ponytailjournal.com
Our theme music is by E.L Mahon http://elmahon.com

"The Ponytail Show" Episode 29: Aaron Levine

Spencer Barksdale was designer at Levi Strauss & Co., and senior design director at Tommy Hilfiger before starting his own brand Heehaw Melancholy in 2000.  He later went on to work at Calvin Klein Jeans before his 15 year career at Ralph Lauren where he was VP of Denim Design.

This Podcast is brought to you by Ponytail Journal http://ponytailjournal.com

Our theme music is by the talented E.L. Mahon. http://elmahon.com

"The Ponytail Show" Episode 30: Spencer Barksdale

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