Best Insider Media/The Business Magazine Podcasts (2025)

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Charlotte Palermino Returns! Hot Takes on P50’s Reformulation, K-Beauty SPF Scarcity and Do We Need Beef Tallow in Our Moisturizer? 53:58

7h ago53:58

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Charlotte Palmerino is back! Dieux co-founder and trained esthetician Charlotte Palermino is known for her no BS social media presence to over 800,000 followers. Today, we’re joining forces to break down some of the buzziest beauty news of the moment, like, Biologique Recherche’s iconic P50 lotion reformulation, how K-Beauty regulations will change…

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The Reign of the Three-Man Booth, Why ‘Mission: Impossible’ Is Getting a Pass, and More Sliding Doors Metaphors 53:50

18h ago53:50

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Hello, media consumers! Bryan and David come to you on this Press Box Monday (Tuesday) edition with some thoughts on the NBA’s gradual acceptance of the three-man announcer booth (1:30), Elon Musk’s media blitz (13:00), the coverage and criticism of the latest installment in the ‘Mission: Impossible’ franchise (24:00), more sliding doors metaphors …

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Tyrese Haliburton Goes Full Reggie Miller. Plus: A Final Farewell to ‘Around the Horn.’ 58:31

6d ago58:31

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Hello, media consumers! Bryan and Joel are back on this Press Box Thursday Edition to discuss peak sports media beef (2:00), Reggie Miller’s unique perspective on the Eastern Conference finals and Tyrese Haliburton’s choke sign (17:00), and Draymond Green being added to ‘Inside the NBA’ for the ECF (23:00). Then, they discuss another wave of pieces…

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#DamnGood Special! The Best (And Worst?!) Beauty Innovations of All Time Featuring Guest Editor Brooke DeVard. Plus, Is Clarisonic Back? 1:00:32

7d ago1:00:32

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Say hello to our guest editor, Brooke DeVard! Brooke is the wonderful host of the iHeart Radio award-winning podcast, Naked Beauty. For her sophomore visit, we’re discussing the best – and worst – beauty innovations ever to hit our vanities. An Instagram alum, Brooke chats with us about the profound impact that social media has had on the industry,…

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How Sports Ate TV. Plus: Journalism’s Triumphant Return! 53:30

9d ago53:30

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Hello, media consumers! On this Press Box Monday edition, Bryan and David discuss Journalism, the official horse of The Press Box, winning the Preakness (1:00) before discussing the end of TNT’s era of broadcasting the NBA and what they’ll miss most about it (6:00). Then, they discuss the career of legendary WWE announcer Jim Ross after learning ab…

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The Tell-All Book Haunting Washington. Plus: Can Podcasts Become the New Magazines? 1:18:23

13d ago1:18:23

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Hello, media consumers! This week, Bryan and Joel go to J-School to discuss the reactions to and coverage of the Jayson Tatum injury (1:00). Then, they digest the various news ripples that have come from excerpts of ‘Original Sin,’ Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson’s book about Joe Biden’s decision to run for reelection (10:00). Next, they react to a r…

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Makeup Artist Ash K Holm on How-to Create a “Snatch-ural” Lifted Look, The Throwback Bronzer She’s Resurrecting and the Lip Combo Duo She’s Got Us Sharing in The Group Chat 💄 1:03:34

14d ago1:03:34

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Celeb makeup artist extraordinaire Ash K. Holm joins us this week! The Los Angeles-based pro’s ability to create glam looks and glowing skin have endeared her to famous clients like Ariana Grande, Lindsay Lohan and Khloe Kardashian – and she’s often spotted behind the scenes on The Kardashians on Hulu. Frequently tapped by brands like Vaseline, Mor…

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The Business Case interview with Henry Engelhardt, founder of Admiral Group PLC 1:00:36

15d ago1:00:36

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Henry Engelhardt is one the UK's most successful business leaders. Founder of the insurer Admiral Group in 1991. We'll be deep diving into Henry's career, understanding what makes him tick, the high's and low's he has experienced and the insights that have shaped his success. Please text us with any comments. Subscribe to our regional business news…

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The Business Case interview with Nigel Terrington, CEO of Paragon Banking Group 56:10

15d ago56:10

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Our first guest on the Business Case is Nigel Terrington, the CEO of Paragon Banking Group, one of the UK's largest specialist lending banks. Nigel is the longest serving CEO in the FTSE 250, having held the position since 1995. In this conversation we discover the factors behind this remarkable leadership tenure, what he believes the market is mis…

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The Business Case interview with Ric Traynor, CEO of Begbies Traynor 48:33

15d ago48:33

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Ric Traynor is the founder of Begbies Traynor, the UK’s market leader in business rescue and recovery services, receiving more corporate insolvency appointments than any other UK firm. Ric founded the group in 1989 and under his leadership has diversified into corporate finance, business advisory and real estate consultancy with over 100 offices ac…

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The Business Case interview with Helen Mahy CBE, Chairwoman of NextEnergy Solar Fund 47:13

15d ago47:13

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Helen Mahy is the Chair of NextEnergy Solar Fund Plc, a leading specialist solar energy and energy storage investment company and a NED at SSE Plc. In this conversation we discover the factors behind what makes a successful Board and Executive working relationship, discuss the merits of ESG and some of the challenges of the energy transition in the…

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An American Pope Media Frenzy, Jayson Tatum Take-a-Palooza, and the Reemergence of Joe Biden 1:01:41

16d ago1:01:41

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Hello, media consumers! Bryan and David are back on this Monday edition to talk about the election of a new Pope and the media frenzy it spawned (1:00), the week of Jayson Tatum takes (8:00), NBC’s plans for the future of its basketball coverage, including Michael Jordan (17:00), and new media ventures being unable to come up with compelling names …

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BONUS: Small Business Day Special! How-to Level-Up and Unlock $$$ Working in the Beauty Industry with Lead by L'Oréal 37:19

19d ago37:19

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Happy Friday and happy *almost* Small Business Day! If you’ve ever dreamed of being a beauty industry creative, a salon or spa owner, or a successful marketing executive with a corner office, you’ll want to tune into today’s episode on how to make it big in the beauty industry with Lead x L'Oréal Institute. This program is transforming the beauty i…

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25 for 25: Brian Windhorst on the Future of NBA Reporting 1:20:54

20d ago1:20:54

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Hello media consumers! This week, please enjoy a little J-School (1:00) before Bryan and Joel are joined by ESPN basketball reporter Brian Windhorst to talk about his path to ESPN and whether it’s replicable, the place good reporting has in our modern media ecosystem, the dreaded aggregators, Gregg Popovich stories, and what direction he sees the f…

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🇨🇦The #DamnGood Canadian Brands We Personally Love (and Think You Will Too!) 57:05

21d ago57:05

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By popular demand, it’s time to introduce you to the #DamnGood Canadian beauty products worth hoarding – no matter which side of the border you're on! From the best, built-for-the-north barrier creams to killer foundation formulas and farm-fresh body care unlike any on the market, tune in to hear all about our favourite homegrown hits. You’ll hear …

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Sports Media’s Familial Obsession, a Fascinating John Fetterman Profile, and Cold-Calling the President 1:28:24

23d ago1:28:24

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Hello, media consumers! Bryan and David are here this Monday to discuss sports media’s evolving coverage of athletes’ families and significant others after recent stories about Bill Belichick, Jax Ulbrich, and John Haliburton (1:00). Then, they run through a handful of bite-size topics, including a new entry in the running for worst question ever a…

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The Bill Belichick Interview Heard Round the World, Plus: Mike Tirico on a Horse Named "Journalism" 1:22:14

27d ago1:22:14

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Hello media consumers! On this Press Box Thursday edition, Bryan and Joel dig deeper into the strange Bill Belichick CBS news interview that recently went viral after Jordon Hudson, his girlfriend, interrupted the interview multiple times (1:00). Then, they discuss the fallout and media fervor from the Jax Ulbrich–Shedeur Sanders NFL draft prank ca…

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Will Tariffs Make Your Botox More Expensive? Are Micro-Infusions the Real Secret to Glass Skin? Plus More Esthetics News You Can Use with Board Certified Physician Assistant Gabby Garritano 58:07

28d ago58:07

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This week, we’re sharing a primer on the latest uses in neuromodulators like Botox (and its new K-Beauty competitor!), injectable fillers like Restalyne and Juvederm, micro infusions like Aquagold and more with Ject founder and CEO Gabby Garritano. The Board Certified Physician Assistant shares the best before-and-after procedure care to achieve th…

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A Deluge of Shedeur Sanders NFL Draft Takes. Plus: Kara Voght on the Embattled White House Correspondents' Dinner. 1:08:17

30d ago1:08:17

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Hello media consumers! Bryan and David are back to opine on the overwhelming amount of content that has come from Shedeur Sanders sliding in the NFL draft (1:00), including a bizarre story line about the son of the Atlanta Falcons’ defensive coordinator prank-calling Sanders (22:00). Then, they run through a handful of smaller stories from the week…

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How the Shannon Sharpe Lawsuit Is Being Covered. Plus, the NFL Draft Media Economy. 1:06:24

1M ago1:06:24

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Hello, media consumers! On this Press Box Thursday, Bryan and Joel discuss the Shannon Sharpe lawsuit, Stephen A. Smith’s role in negotiating ESPN’s public response to it, and how the rest of the media world has reacted to this news (10:00). Then, they assess new entries in the “worst question asked at the White House” genre (32:00) and talk about …

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Beyond The Spin - What Circular Fashion Gets Wrong (And What We’re Missing) 35:21

1M ago35:21

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In this episode, host Philip Berman sits down with Dr Talia Hussain, whose recent academic paper on circular fashion sparked lively debate across the industry. Dr Hussain, a PhD in design innovation and MBA, is known for her critical analysis on the mainstream circular fashion narrative. Together, they take a deep dive into the promises—and potenti…

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Caroline Baudino, AKA Shop With Caroline on Luxe-for-Less Beauty and Fashion Finds, Her Iconic Jewelry Stacking and Showing up For Yourself – At Any Age 56:00

1M ago56:00

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You may know Caroline Baudino as the Cali-blonde, Gen X influencer with all of the jewelry stacks on TikTok. Caroline has built a devoted community based on one simple daily ritual: getting dressed to feel your best. This week, we sit down with “Shop With Caroline,” as she’s known to her more than one million followers, who tune in for her motivati…

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25 for 25: Chris Ryan on the Birth, Death, and Rebirth of Blogging 52:51

1M ago52:51

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Hello, media consumers! In our latest 25 for 25 installment, Bryan is joined by Ringer superstar Chris Ryan to discuss his come up in the mid-2000s blog world, how it set up the rest of his career and changed media forever, where the energy of blogging was dispersed, and whether there will be a revival of blogging. Host: Bryan Curtis Guest: Chris R…

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Lee Corso’s Legendary 'College GameDay' Run. Plus: The White House's Attack on the Associated Press. 1:01:00

1M ago1:01:00

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Hello, media consumers! This Press Box Thursday edition includes a J-School on bylines, steak sauce, and nonprofit media (1:00). Then, Bryan and Joel dig into Lee Corso’s retirement from 'College GameDay' (20:00), Trump’s attempt to prevent the AP from covering the White House (33:00), and Nico Harrison’s bizarre closed-door press conference (40:00…

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Meet the Founder Aiming to Get “Medical-Grade” Jewelry for Sensitive Skin into Sephora Aisles. Plus! No-Fail Outfit Formulas From the TikTok Expert 37:59

1M ago37:59

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This week, we’re welcoming Jackie Burke, founder of safe-for-sensitive ears jewelry brand, Tini Lux. Jackie left a career in engineering to found Tini Lux after years of frustration with so-called “hypoallergenic” earrings that failed to live up to their promise. Now, the style-whiz entrepreneur is making the case for medical-grade titanium earring…

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The Business Case interview with Mark Browning, CEO of Zinc Media 1:02:22

1M ago1:02:22

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Mark Browning is the CEO of Zinc Media, a TV production and brand content creation company listed on AIM. Mark has been CEO since 2019, during which time the Group has been transformed through a series of acquisitions and disposals. Zinc has developed a strong track record of growth during Mark’s tenure and Mark gives some great insights into what’…

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Rory McIlroy’s Long-Awaited Masters Win, the Barstool Apology Tour, and the Nico Iamaleava Saga 56:49

1M ago56:49

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Hello, media consumers! This week, Bryan and David discuss the intense back and forth of Rory McIlroy’s first win at Augusta National (1:00), before running through a number of short items, including: The faux reluctant update about Stephen A. Smith’s presidential campaign (17:50) The bevy of Barstool personalities releasing apologies for their dis…

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25 for 25: The New York Times’ Jamelle Bouie on the Future of the Opinion Columnist 1:27:20

2M ago1:27:20

1:27:20

Hello, media consumers! This week, Bryan and Joel are joined by Jamelle Bouie, opinion columnist at the New York Times, to discuss a number of timely media topics before backtracking and talking through Bouie’s career, writing an opinion column in this era of the internet, the relationship between his TikTok and his journalistic work, and more. Hos…

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How-To Address Your Hair Thinning Woes with Advice From a Board-Certified Trichologist and a Celebrity Hairstylist 51:08

2M ago51:08

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We flew to New York with Oribe to find out how to address our all too common hair shedding conundrums. Listen in for the best hair thinning advice on causes and solutions with Penny James, board certified trichologist and founder of the Penny James Salon Trichology Center, alongside Oribe Global Artist Adam Livermore, who went from thin strands to …

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Catching up on the Atlantic Mega-Scoop and Stephen A. vs. LeBron. Plus: Bryan’s Southwest Travelogue. 1:06:45

2M ago1:06:45

1:06:45

Hello, media consumers! Bryan and David discuss the highlights, lowlights, and books bought during Bryan’s family vacation across the American Southwest (1:30). Then, they dig deep into three stories that Bryan missed while he was out: Jeffrey Goldberg’s Signal scoop of the Trump administration’s war plans (15:00) The latest chapter of the LeBron v…

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Josh Levin and Stefan Fatsis on Launching the Sports Gabfest, the Benefit of Mutually Reinforcing Weirdo Tendencies, and Why They Hate the Hall of Fame 1:33:52

2M ago1:33:52

1:33:52

Hello, media consumers! Bryan is still out on vacation, but Joel is here with two former colleagues, Josh Levin and Stefan Fatsis. They kick off the show by discussing the first time Joel joined them on a podcast (0:44). Then they discuss the following: ‘Hang Up and Listen,’ a sports show that was produced by a non-sports publication (14:00) The re…

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“Ten Toes Down” and Self-Care as Resistance: Meet The Influencer Who Can Make – or Break – a Beauty Brand Right Now, Golloria George 48:34

2M ago48:34

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Today we’re chatting with Texas-based, 23-year-old beauty creator Golloria George. Named People Magazine’s Beauty Creator of the Year and Forbes’ 30 under 30 last year, Golloria has amassed 3.2 million followers on TikTok, where she swatches the darkest shade of makeup on her South Sudanese complexion – revealing a lack of shade range in plain site…

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25 for 25 Industry in Memoriam: Remembering the Publications Lost in the 21st Century 2:00:45

2M ago2:00:45

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Hello, media consumers! Bryan and Joel are back with the second edition of The Press Box's 25 for 25. Today, they look back at the publications lost in the 21st century—including ESPN the Magazine, Gawker, and many others—and ask: What do we lose when a media company disappears? And how should we remember them, if at all? Hosts: Bryan Curtis and Jo…

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Van Lathan on What Makes a Good Political Pundit, How TMZ Shaped Him and His Career, and a Very Special Request for Hillary Clinton and His Mom. 1:34:25

2M ago1:34:25

1:34:25

Hello, media consumers! While Bryan is on vacation, Joel is in the driver’s seat and he welcomes in The Ringer’s own, Van Lathan (3:10). They kick off the show by discussing their paths to today’s episode then talk about the following: How Van prepares for his CNN appearances (6:56) Stephen A. Smith as a presidential candidate (17:52) Who will be t…

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How-To Transition To Your Spring Skincare Routine Like a Dermatologist featuring Dr. Dendy Engelman 55:34

2M ago55:34

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As seen on the Today Show, Good Morning America and more, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Dendy Engelman is on the front lines of *everything* to do with the buzziest skincare innovations and latest in-office cosmetic treatments. This week, we find out what she’s swapping out of her own skincare routine now that spring has officially arrived. Plu…

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Graydon Carter on ‘Vanity Fair,’ ‘Spy,’ and the Glorious Excess of the Magazine Era 52:25

2M ago52:25

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Bryan kicks off the week with a conversation with Graydon Carter, who comes on to discuss ‘Spy Magazine’ going to ‘Vanity Fair’ and more. They discuss the following: The idea behind 'Spy Magazine' (2:46) Who took the stories the hardest from 'Spy' (9:57) His perception of Donald Trump (10:36) If Spy could have worked in the early 2000s (13:20) Bein…

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A Contentious White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner, Jackie Robinson and the Defense Department, and a Buyout Bloodbath in Chicago 1:16:17

2M ago1:16:17

1:16:17

Hello, media consumers! Bryan and Joel fire up the mics to close out the week here at 'The Press Box.' Joel takes you to J-School, where he discusses whether or not there is a diet for Kanye West content, Collin Morikawa’s comments on mainstream coverage, and getting off the Feinstein train. Joel closes the segment with a brief tribute to his uncle…

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The Business Case interview with Katherine Roe, CEO of Pharos Energy 51:52

2M ago51:52

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Katherine Roe is the CEO of Pharos Energy, an oil production group with assets in Egypt and Vietnam. Katherine was previously the CEO of Wentworth Resources after a career in Finance focused on the oil and gas sector. Katherine shares some great insights into operating in both the Finance and Oil industries and the importance of building relationsh…

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Beyond the Report: unpacking Lenzing's sustainability journey 37:54

2M ago37:54

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In light of their 2024 Annual and Sustainability Report, Philip Berman catches up with Krishna Manda, Lenzing’s VP corporate sustainability, and Thomas Matiz, Lenzing’s global product sustainability lead, to chat about Lenzing's GHG emissions reporting, what is needed to achieve net-zero, and how Lenzing supports its customers and partners in achie…

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