The Hue Report Podcast celebrates Black beauty 24/7, 365. Hosted by Olivia Hancock, the show delivers an unfiltered chat with the coolest Black beauty entrepreneurs, editors, and executives. You’ll hear guests get candid about their unique relationship to beauty and their experiences as a Black person in the beauty industry. And, of course, these conversations will fill you in on the dopest beauty brands and products. Stay connected with The Hue Report community on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @thehuereport.
The Art of Revision ft. Dr. Chaneve Jeanniton, Founder of epi.logic
In this episode, Mbiye chats with Dr. Chaneve Jeanniton. She is a board-certified oculofacial plastic surgeon dedicated to holistic facial refinement, specializing in eye aesthetics. Her patient's requests for simple, effective daily skincare products inspired her to launch epi.logic. The brand creates products formulated with essential actives that address common complexion concerns and maximizes treatment results. Press play to hear from Chaneve! Join The Hue Report community on Instagram: @thehuereportStay in touch with epi.logic on Instagram: @epi.logicStay in touch with Olivia on Instagram: @oliviahancock_
7/1/2023 • 47 minutes, 20 seconds
Celebrating African Beauty Rituals ft. Christina Funke Tegbe, founder of 54 Thrones
At the top of the year, I sat down with Christina Funke Tegbe to chat about her beloved bodycare brand, 54 Thrones. We chatted about how her Nigerian-American upbringing inspired her to launch the brand, launching in Sephora, and the lessons she's learned as a beauty entrepreneur. Press play to hear from Christina, and I hope you enjoy the episode.Let us know your thoughts on the episode! Tag us on Instagram @thehuereport or email us at hello@thehuereport.comJoin The Hue Report community on Instagram: @thehuereportStay in touch with Christina on Instagram: @funke_tegbeFollow 54 Thrones on Instagram: @54thronesStay in touch with Olivia on Instagram: @oliviahancock_
4/11/2023 • 40 minutes, 22 seconds
Reinventing Men's Grooming ft. Calvin Quallis, founder of Scotch Porter
For this episode, we spoke to Calvin Quallis, founder and CEO of Scotch Porter. As a child, Calvin forged a connection with the beauty industry, growing up immersed in his mother’s beauty parlor and barbershop. Later in his adult life, he chose to return to his roots and open his own barbershop after leaving behind his corporate career. He then launched Scotch Porter in 2015, and the brand has been at the forefront of the men’s grooming industry since. We spent this episode chatting about what it’s been like building the business and the incredible success he’s experienced. Let us know your thoughts on the episode! Tag us on Instagram @thehuereport or email us at hello@thehuereport.comJoin The Hue Report community on Instagram: @thehuereportStay in touch with Calvin on Instagram: @calvin_quallisStay in touch with Scotch Porter on Instagram: @scotchporterStay in touch with Mbiye on Instagram: @mbiye_kStay in touch with Olivia on Instagram: @oliviahancock_
3/21/2023 • 34 minutes, 58 seconds
Beauty TikTok, Braider Wars, and Redefining Beauty ft. Darian Harvin, Beauty Journalist
For this week’s episode, Mbiye chatted with Darian Harvin. Darian is a beauty writer, currently working as the beauty editor at large for Image at the LA Times. She is a beauty girl at heart, but what makes her special is her ability to peel back the layers and have nuanced, forward-looking conversations about beauty that go beyond brands and products. We chatted about what makes beauty TikTok unique, the factors leading to the hair braider wars on social media, and her newest baby: @studiosymone. Let us know your thoughts on the episode! Tag us on Instagram @thehuereport or email us at hello@thehuereport.comJoin The Hue Report community on Instagram: @thehuereportStay in touch with Darian on Instagram: @darianStay in touch with Mbiye on Instagram: @mbiye_kStay in touch with Olivia on Instagram: @oliviahancock_
3/8/2023 • 49 minutes, 35 seconds
How To Go From Beauty Editor to PR Exec ft. Stephanie Scott Bradshaw, Founder of First and Last PR
Today, I'm chatting with Stephanie Scott-Bradshaw, the founder of First and Last PR. Stephanie started as a beauty editor at Essence Magazine and Life & Style Magazine. She later felt called to pivot and enter the world of public relations, working for the skincare brand 3LAB Skincare before launching her agency, First and Last PR.As the CEO and Communicator-in-Chief of First and Last PR, Stephanie now spends her day helping support clients' PR and marketing efforts. Her roster includes beloved Black-owned brands—like The Lip Bar, Pearnova, and Bevel. Press play to hear Stephanie break down her incredible career journey! Let us know your thoughts on the episode! Tag us on Instagram @thehuereport or email us at hello@thehuereport.comJoin The Hue Report community on Instagram: @thehuereportStay in touch with Stephanie on Instagram: @stephscottrocksStay in touch with First and Last PR on Instagram: @firstandlastprStay in touch with Olivia on Instagram: @oliviahancock_
12/20/2022 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 49 seconds
Bottling Memories Using Scent ft. Asia Grant, founder of Redoux
Today, Mbiye is chatting with Redoux's founder Asia Grant. Redoux's amazing Botanical Cleansing Bars have been featured in Vogue, Architectural Digest, WWD, and more. Asia opened up about her entrepreneurial journey, starting a business with her best friend, and all things scents. Press play to hear from Asia!Let us know your thoughts on the episode! Tag us on Instagram @thehuereport or email us at hello@thehuereport.comJoin The Hue Report community on Instagram: @thehuereportStay in touch with Mbiye on Instagram: @mbiye_kStay in touch with Asia on Instagram: @asia__grant and @redouxnyc
