Stay ConnectedPresented by IPSY, Hitting Pan gets to the bottom of all things beauty—no topic is off limits. Get the tea on all the weird, wacky, and wonderful trends taking over your feed, surprising stories from brand founders, shocking insights from industry experts, gag-worthy gossip from beauty creators, and an exclusive peek behind the curtains with our Icon Box curators. We know that beauty isn’t everything, but maybe, just maybe, it is?
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What if confidence wasn’t something you’re born with, but something you could build? In this episode of Hitting Pan, Kristina Zias and Raeann Langas, co-founders of The Confident Collective, get to the bottom of what it really means to feel good in your skin—whether that means ditching beauty rules, embracing cellulite, or curating a social feed that actually makes you feel good. Plus, Langas shares why mascara is not part of her full glam routine, Zias makes her case for Swiftie royalty, and we learn how exposure therapy might be the key to unlocking a more confident you.
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CEO, publicist, and celebrity insider Allison Statter joins Hitting Pan to get to the bottom of how influencers are transforming the beauty industry from the inside out. From her childhood friendship with Kim Kardashian to running her powerhouse marketing firm, Blended Strategy Group, Allison opens up about everything from viral brand deals (EOS lip balm supremacy, anyone?) to why “less is more” is her business mantra. Plus, she dishes on her KKW Beauty collab, her favorite beauty must-haves, and her obsession with all things vanilla. Listen now on Spotify and everywhere you stream podcasts!
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Aditya Madiraju gets to the bottom of what it really takes to start over. After a decade in finance, he took a leap of faith into beauty—without formal training, but with an undeniable passion. Now a Sephora Squad mentor and a force in the industry, he opens up about tokenism, pay parity, and how trends have watered down the artistry of makeup. He also shares the emotional toll of his years-long journey to fatherhood, his viral wedding, and why he doesn’t believe in work-life balance. This episode is all about reinvention, resilience, and making space in beauty on your own terms.
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In this empowering episode of Hitting Pan, actress, wife, mother, activist, entrepreneur, and our February Icon Box curator Gabrielle Union gets to the bottom of beauty, confidence, and redefining self-expression. She opens up about navigating aging in Hollywood, reclaiming her confidence, and finding joy in raising her social media sensation daughter, Kaavia—who’s already a mini glam queen. From family skincare rituals to her evolving beauty philosophy, Gab shares lessons in self-love, resilience, and staying authentic. Don’t miss this candid and inspiring conversation available now on Spotify and all podcast platforms.
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From founding the cult-favorite TOO FACED COSMETICS to launching his latest venture, POLITE SOCIETY, Jerrod Blandino is a force of creativity and innovation in the beauty world. In this episode, Jerrod gets to the bottom of how he’s redefining beauty with "smart makeup" solutions, iconic formulations (think the Greatest Lashes of All Time mascara), and packaging designs that are anything but ordinary—egg-shaped, anyone? Plus, he spills the tea on the surprising science behind their lip plumper, how much bacteria might actually be on your jewelry (yikes!), and why pink will always be a vibe.
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What drives someone to leave med school, pioneer a beauty blog before blogs were trendy, and eventually launch a vitamin C skincare revolution? Ron Robinson, founder of BEAUTYSTAT, gets to the bottom of what it takes to succeed in a saturated beauty space—and why he once swore he’d never start his own brand.
In this episode, Ron shares his journey from formulating for major brands to creating a stable vitamin C product that changed the game. We dive into his keys to success, his take on ageism in beauty, and why he’s proudly anti-TikTok trends. Plus, hear the story of how Hailey Bieber slid into his DMs and what it’s like rebranding his hero product, Universal C Skin Refiner.
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Is your makeup secretly working against you? Celebrity makeup artist and CIELE Cosmetics founder Nikki DeRoest gets to the bottom of the non-comedogenic makeup debate, sharing her insider tips on avoiding breakouts while staying glam. From her move to Italy to her celeb-favorite products (hello, Tint & Protect), Nikki spills all the tea on building her beauty empire. Tune in to hear her journey, beauty hacks, and why clean beauty might not always mean clear skin.
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In this episode of Hitting Pan, host Bethany Blair gets to the bottom of what it takes to create iconic red-carpet looks with hairstylist Hayley Heckmann and makeup artist Hailey Hoff. From their favorite celebrity transformations to tips for achieving flawless hair and makeup at home, no glam secret is left untouched. Tune in as they share behind-the-scenes stories, expert advice, and answers to your burning beauty questions. This episode is a masterclass in all things hair, makeup, and Hollywood glam!
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In this episode of Hitting Pan, beauty influencer and makeup artist Rosy McMichael gets to the bottom of what it takes to turn dreams into reality—from launching a sold-out MAC collaboration during the pandemic to manifesting partnerships (like her work with IPSY). She also shares the advice Patrick Starrr gave her, reflects on her bittersweet collab moments, and reveals the emotional stories behind her Beauty Creations products. Whether you're an aspiring creator or just looking for an inspiring listen, Rosy’s story will remind you that hard work, passion, and a little manifestation go a long way.
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In this episode of Hitting Pan, KOSAS founder Sheena Zadeh gets to the bottom of what makes her brand stand out—from creating game-changing products (hello, Cloud Set Setting Powder!) to embracing imperfection in the beauty industry. She shares her philosophy on creativity, spills her top three must-have KOSAS products, and even gives us the inside scoop on how her Gen Alpha daughter is shaping the future of beauty. If you’ve ever wondered why KOSAS feels like your girl’s girl, or what it takes to build a brand with soul, this episode is for you.
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