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Am I Allowed to Like Anything?

Darian Symoné Harvin

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I started ‘Am I Allowed to Like Anything’ because I wanted to create a space for people to feel good about shouting out the stuff in culture they’re into, during a time when it’s easier to riff about the things we hate. I talk to guests about their work, their lives, and how they maintain their optimism in this world. #AIATLA is a capsule podcast. There will be 100 episodes.
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We're Still Spinning

We're Still Spinning

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We're Still Spinning: We are two entertainment PR specialists that have spent the last 20 years of our lives manufacturing mainstream headlines from the taint of society (the media machine) and would now like to dedicate the next chapter of our careers to dissecting our collective newsfeeds through a delightfully ruthless (and very qualified) PR lens. Brand apologies, celebrity statements, new products that aim to disrupt but mostly just disturb...we talk (tawk) about it all.
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Have you ever wondered: “How do I actually overcome self-doubt in my business?” “What does it really take to become financially sovereign?” “When is the right time for me to get back out there in dating?” Desirée Pais is founder and CEO of Benshen.co. Her own questions about well-being and a desire to know herself more fully inspired her to leave her career in fashion and media to pursue a decade-long training in health, science, yoga, meditation, acupuncture, and spirituality from some of t ...
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In this captivating episode, we dive deep into the world of beauty, community, and personal growth with the incredible Darian Symoné Harvin. A multifaceted journalist, author, and media curator renowned for her insightful coverage of beauty, pop culture, and politics, Darian has contributed to esteemed publications such as The New York Times, Los A…
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Your voice is your most powerful tool—whether you're in a meeting, pitching a brand, showing up on Instagram, or leading a room. In this episode, I’m sharing my best tips on how to find and refine your voice both in real life and online. If you’ve ever felt unsure how to show up clearly, confidently, and in a way that truly reflects who you are, th…
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This month inside Benshen is an invocation of your wild, sacred self. The part of you that was never meant to be polished, pleasing, or proper. The part that prays under moonlight, that knows beauty as power, that remembers the body as the first temple. The Divine Untamed is a four-week journey of reclamation and return—into the mythic, sensual, an…
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Love, relationships, and personal growth - these themes intertwine in our latest heart-to-heart conversation with the incredible Rachel Saunders. As we revisit our journeys from to women in loving partnerships, we uncover the transformative power of self-acceptance and authenticity. Rachel also shares her inspiring transition from Rachel Saunders C…
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(Recorded - 5/1/25) Welcome back to We're Still Spinning, your #1 entertainment news podcast hosted by America's Favorite PR team. First and foremost, we got official word that Tree Paine knows about our show. We are one step closer to our goal of getting her to join us as a guest. But until then...we attended the opening night of Beyonce's high-an…
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This month, we enter the Temple of the Body — not a place outside of us, but within. Each week, we will explore the body as a sacred site of power, emotion, and pleasure through Kundalini Yoga + Kriyas, Meditations, and exploration of myth, muse and archetypes. We will learn to listen to its whispers. Move with its yes’s. Honor its no’s. Adorning o…
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Quitting vaping can feel like an uphill battle, but what if there was a way to make it easier and even enjoyable? In this episode, Desirée sits down with Hilary Dubin and Caroline Vasquez Huber, the co-founders of Quit with Jones, a modern, science-backed program designed to help people quit smoking, vaping, or using other nicotine products, revolu…
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(Recorded - 4/10/25) - Welcome back to your favorite podcast hosted by America's Favorite PR Team. This week, we are joined by esteemed American journalist and creative visionary Darian Symoné Harvin of STUDIO SYMONÉ, to discuss the latest news headlines and dissect the PR agendas behind them. First, the German-based blender heard (hated?) around t…
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In this captivating episode, we dive deep into the world of functional mushrooms and their potential to revolutionize our approach to wellness with Lindsay Goodstein and Charlotte Cruz, the dynamic duo behind Alice Mushrooms. Alice gives people what neither the pharmaceutical industry nor supplements have provided: safe, effective consumables that …
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A new theme for the month of April, which users in a new year with Aries season, the first sign of the Zodiac. It’s rebirth, a new chapter, an initiation. In this episode, Desirée dives into the theme of the month in our monthly membership. The Initiated Woman, a reclamation of mythic brilliance and self-anointed sovereignty, this month we will exp…
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In this heartfelt conversation, I sit down with the talented photographer and creative entrepreneur, Hannah Faith Lord. We explore the depths of her journey, from growing up in a large family on a farm to becoming a renowned and sought-after photographer in Los Angeles. Hannah shares her experiences of overcoming limiting beliefs, navigating the cr…
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(Recorded on 3/27/25) - We are America's Favorite PR team! For the first time on We're Still Spinning, we are welcomed by an EXTRA SPECIAL guest, American Journalist Sheila Yasmin Marikar (The New York Times, The New Yorker, etc). PR people and journalists can sometimes get along, and this chaotic episode is proof. We look into the PR crisis that i…
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Have you ever wondered how two yoga teachers with diverse backgrounds and experiences come together to create something magical? In this episode, I sit down with my friend and fellow yoga instructor, Tony Lupinacci, to explore our journeys in the yoga world and our upcoming retreat in Portugal. Tony and I dive deep into our personal stories, discus…
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Recorded 3/13/25 - Sussex is Sussexing. We examine the latest plays in Meghan Markle/Sussex's PR rollout. How many peanut butter pretzels does it take to make you likable? We talk about it, and pitch our ideas for the forthcoming season two of her Netflix series. While in the royal kitchen, we talk about the royal PR mess that is Moms Across Americ…
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Money. It’s topic that can evoke a range of emotions - fear, anxiety, excitement, or even indifference. For many of us, our relationship with money is complex, shaped by our upbringing, experiences, and the beliefs we've adopted along the way. In this candid episode, I open up about my personal journey from financial fear to empowerment, sharing th…
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Starting a business and taking risks can be daunting, especially for those just beginning their entrepreneurial journey. In this inspiring conversation, I sit down with Vesper Ireland, founder of VESCORP, a community-building agency specializing in bespoke events and creative strategies rooted in intention. Vesper shares her remarkable story of mov…
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(Recorded 2/17/25) - America's Favorite PR team is back with a new episode. Following Disney's DEI cancellation, we take a look at the company's recent removal of the once-apologetic introduction card to its classic vault movies for the portrayal of Indigenous cultures and non-white ethnicities. Was the former intro card performative, or is this a …
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Have you ever felt lost, unsure of what you truly want in life? Whether you're just starting out or you've been on your personal development journey for years, moments of confusion about our desires are common. But don't worry - in this episode I am sharing a powerful technique to help you find clarity. We often try to create a vision by imagining …
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(Recorded 2/6/25) - America's Favorite PR Team is back with a new episode of We're Still Spinning. In this episode, we discuss the introduction of a new PR play - launching a website of receipts to make your case in the court of public opinion. Who is guiding Baldoni now, and is it working? Where does Blake go from here? We touch on The Grammys and…
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In this episode, I sit down with Brianna Lance, a multi-faceted modern day Renaissance woman. Brianna, a self-taught artist based in New York City, has worn many hats over the years - from music to fashion to now a full-time artist living in the East Village. Her paintings, rich in fantastical detail and spontaneous form, serve as portals to dimens…
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In this episode, I'm joined by India Sambuy, a talented freelance graphic designer and art director based in New York City. Together, we explore the ins and outs of building a successful creative business, from networking and client relations to developing a strong work ethic and personal brand. India shares her journey from recent graduate to in-d…
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We’re back with solo episodes! In this episode, I dive into a technique and tool I have been personally using for years: Autosuggestion. I first discovered this tool while listening to a podcast with Bob Proctor where he shared how this practice that he learned from Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill that powerfully changed his life. I started wo…
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(Recorded on 1/7/25) - In this episode, we continue to monitor Meghan She-Dropped-The-Markle's PR image journey. She made her return to Instagram and launched a new Netflix Series with a notable trailer to boot. Where is she going with her public persona, and is it working? We talk about it. We then discuss Allison Holker's recent press push for he…
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In this episode, I'm joined by Jilly Hendrix, content creator, brand consultant and founder of BODY a premium low proof vodka company. As a former DJ, pursuing her music career is what led her from LA to NYC. As a multi-passionate person, surrounding herself with other entrepreneurs in New York City inspired Jilly to follow her own entrepreneurial …
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In this episode, we have a New Moon in Capricorn Tarot Reading with Iliana “Ana” Mirabal, a Brooklyn based performer, professional Tarot card reader, Pisces Sun, Leo Moon, and Libra Rising. Ana shares the forecast for the energy of the New Moon on December 30th. Capricorn rules our ambition, our work life, structures and pragmatism. This lunar cycl…
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Hello again, did you miss us? America's Favorite PR team is back from an unexpected hiatus (blame it on the timeline shift), and now we are diving into the last 6 weeks of this simulation we call Life on Earth. The election, the aliens, Luigi, Jay Z, Coachella's record early presale to try to save the festival, etc...we talk about it all through ou…
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In this episode, we have a New Moon in Sagittarius Tarot reading with Iliana “Ana” Mirabal, a Brooklyn based performer, professional Tarot card reader, Pisces Sun, Leo Moon, and Libra Rising. Ana shares the forecast for the energy of the New Moon on November 30th. Where do we go to seek wisdom? That is the question with Sagittarius. Wisdom can be f…
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In this episode, I'm joined by Arjan Singh, one of the two co-founders of Jolie, the beauty wellness company focused on purifying the quality of one’s water for better skin, hair, and wellbeing. Arjan’s background is best summed up as ‘left-brain, right-brain’. A natural creative, he has spent time at various brands in both business and creative fu…
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We are America's Favorite PR team. This week, we discuss the roll-out of self-driving cars and ways in which they can cultivate trust with the consumer. This brings us to the question, "To robot, or NOT to robot?" - and we look at Etsy's recent communications push towards "Keep Commerce Human." We get it, and we have some questions. Next, McDonald'…
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This is We're Still Spinning, a news-based show hosted by America's Favorite PR team. News about the tragic passing of Liam Payne broke shortly before we hit record for this episode, and we talk about TMZ's coverage in real time. Next, Ari Lennox announced her plans to leave social media permanently to focus on her personal growth and maturity. We …
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In this episode, we have a Full Moon in Aquarius Tarot reading with Iliana “Ana” Mirabal, a Brooklyn based performer, professional Tarot card reader, Pisces Sun, Leo Moon, and Libra Rising. Ana shares the forecast for the energy of the Full Moon in Aquarius on October 17th. This Moon is known as the Hunter’s Moon. With Aries being the first sign in…
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In this episode, we have a Full Moon in Pisces Tarot reading with Iliana “Ana” Mirabal, a Brooklyn based performer, professional Tarot card reader, Pisces Sun, Leo Moon, and Libra Rising. Ana shares the forecast for the energy of the New Moon in Libra on October 2nd. In addition to the New Moon we have a Solar Eclipse in Libra, which will be the la…
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This episode addresses the recent investigation into Naomi Campbell's nonprofit expenses. How many cigarettes can you buy with 1 million US dollars? We discuss the release of Will & Harper and forecast its influence on the nationwide trans conversation. The CEO of Weight Watchers (WW), Sima Sistani, was recently forced out of the company. We look a…
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In this episode, we look at the PR fallout around Diddy and examine TikTok theories around his connections to 50 Cent and Jay Z. We also look into the recent resignation of 23andMe's entire board behind the personal genomics and biotechnology company that sources and stores the DNA of its customers. Also in tech headlines this week, OpenAI's Sam Al…
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In this episode, our weekly "cold open" inadvertently becomes...the episode. We look at race (and racism) in America through the lens of current news and headlines, and as black and white co-hosts of this show, we have a completely unplanned, un-edited and unfiltered conversation about the black and white female experience in the United States of A…
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In this episode, we have a Full Moon in Pisces Tarot reading with Iliana “Ana” Mirabal, a Brooklyn based performer, professional Tarot card reader, Pisces Sun, Leo Moon, and Libra Rising. Ana shares the forecast for the energy of the Full Moon in Pisces on September 17th. When there is a Moon in Pisces it can be a time that is emotionally tumultuou…
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We are back after a one-week hiatus, and there is no shortage of PR crises and clownery. We cover the recent media highlights and try to uncover the motivations and next steps for all parties with our combined 40+ years of PR expertise. Buckle up, pop a "DRAMAmine"...the PR library is open.
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In this episode, I'm joined by Thomas M. Jones, a psychotherapist, author, musician, and founder of an innovative technique, The Paradox Process. The Paradox Process employs negative thoughts in order to produce a perception polarization - essentially how to change your life by learning to direct your mind. Back for a second time, Thomas and I spec…
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In this episode, we have a New Moon in Virgo Tarot reading with Iliana “Ana” Mirabal, a Brooklyn based performer, professional Tarot card reader, Pisces Sun, Leo Moon, and Libra Rising. Ana shares the forecast for the energy of the New Moon on September 2nd. Virgo is the sign ruled by Mercury, which lines up perfectly with us having just ended Merc…
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In this week's episode, we explore the recent news cycle around Brittany Mahomes and the PR choices she is making to address her engagement with a Donald Trump post. Spoiler alert: She's always been this girl who claps back...loudly...to the masses. Now that her fame is elevated from the Taylor Swift halo effect, does Brittany Mahomes have more to …
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In this episode, I'm joined by Jenna Perry, celebrity hair colorist and founder of the Jenna Perry Hair Studio, in Manhattan’s SoHo. With a pervasive vision and devoted, rapid-growing following, Jenna Perry is cementing her status as one of the most influential and sought-after hair colorists in the world. A consummate authority on effortless, natu…
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In this episode, we examine Donald Trump's recent use of AI to create an unauthorized candidacy endorsement from Taylor Swift. It kind of reminds us of the movie CLUELESS when 'Cher' sends herself flowers and accepts them in front of a room of people she is hoping to impress and influence. We look at the media coverage around this news item, noting…
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In this episode, we have a Full Moon in Aquarius Tarot reading with Iliana “Ana” Mirabal, a Brooklyn based performer, professional Tarot card reader, Pisces Sun, Leo Moon, and Libra Rising. Ana shares the forecast for the energy of the Full Moon on August 19th. As this moon is on the cusp of Pisces, we have two big energies at play. Aquarius energy…
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In this episode, we focus on the PR swirls surrounding "This Ends With Us," specifically relating to Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni. What was Justin's process of hiring a crisis comms expert, and why did he do it? Does he still need one? How did the PR tables turn on Blake Lively, and how does she get out of this entanglement? (Which is arguably h…
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In this episode, I'm joined by Max Pollack, native New Yorker, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at MATTE. MATTE Projects is a creative company from New York at the convergence of entertainment and advertising. MATTE builds holistic platforms for brands, artists, and institutions across content, digital, and experiential domains, while also developin…
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Welcome back to "We're Still Spinning," your NEW(ish) favorite podcast where 2 very seasoned, semi-anon PR professionals scroll through the latest headlines to reveal the hidden agendas, brand strategies, and overall chaos of the media machine. And most importantly, we help explain how it all affects YOU. In this episode, we look at the misinformat…
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In this episode, I'm joined by Jodie Williams, a three-time British Olympian, coffee lover and founder of Listen Journal: a space to be heard. She is a passionate advocate for women and girls rights, particularly surrounding menstrual equity, access to education and empowerment through sports. In this conversation, we discuss Jodie’s life-long drea…
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In this episode, we have a New Moon in Cancer Tarot reading with Iliana “Ana” Mirabal, a Brooklyn based performer, professional Tarot card reader, Pisces Sun, Leo Moon, and Libra Rising. Ana shares the forecast for the energy of the New Moon on August 4th. This lunar cycle is in the sign of Leo, which rules our performance and the desire to be seen…
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Buckle up. The news cycle hath giveth us many a PR crisis since our last episode. After pulling the curtain back on the day-in-the-life of a PR girlie during our weekly "cold open" - we look at the recent release of Down Syndrome and blind Barbie via Mattel, plus the recent comments about Spongebob Square Pants' autism. We share thoughts about repr…
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