Grammys and Faux Pas and the Met Gala OH MY!
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In this episode, Aaronica Cole and Julian C. Collins dive deep into the joys and struggles of teaching, the emotional toll of their work, and the importance of finding supportive spaces. They share personal reflections on family, creativity, and the challenges of staying motivated in their fields. The conversation takes a turn into fashion, where they break down some of the most talked-about Grammy looks—what worked, what didn’t, and what straight-up missed the mark. Plus, they get into the artistry of hairstyling, the evolution of technique, and why having the right professionals makes...
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Please Stop Playing In Our Faces
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In this episode, Aaronica Cole and Julian dive into a raw and thought-provoking conversation about the emotional aftermath of recent events and the power of community in challenging times. They share personal reflections on navigating social media, embracing change, and finding joy as an act of resistance. The discussion takes surprising turns, covering everything from the complexities of streaming platforms to the evolving dynamics of workplace equity. They touch on hot-button issues, reflect on personal growth, and explore how to foster meaningful connections in a rapidly changing world. If...
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Is This Really The Final Stitch?
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This week on the podcast, Julian and Aaronica dive into some big conversations that hit close to home. First, they unpack the latest drama surrounding TikTok and what it could mean for creators and communities like ours. From government debates to personal reflections, they share why this platform has been so transformative and what might come next. If you’ve ever scrolled through TikTok and felt inspired, connected, or maybe even a little nostalgic, this one’s for you. Then, they take on a surprising update from a major player in the creative world that’s navigating some rocky waters....
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New Year, New Sewing Goals!
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🎙️ This Week on the Podcast: Growth, Resilience, and Looking Ahead 🌟 In this episode, Aaronica and Julian share their goals for 2025, including exciting updates like Aaronica’s rebrand to Aaronica B. Cole Studio and a fresh vision for the podcast. They dive into the emotional impact of loss, reflecting on the California fires, and explore the importance of compassion and meaningful support. The conversation touches on sustainability, the power of community, and the challenges of navigating social media as a creator. With reflections on personal growth and big aspirations for the year...
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Car Accidents, New Classes, and Holiday Sewing OH MY!
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Join Julian and Aaronica in this catch up episode after life has been lifeing.
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LIVE Podcast Recording! The Holidays Are Here!
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Join Aaronica and Julian as they do a live recording of the podcast. You know lives bring all the TEA... and crumpets!
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The World is On Fire and We're Sewing Through It
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Before Julian and Aaronica jump into this podcast episode, they want to acknowledge the violence that Terrance Williams survived. They ask the sewing community to hold space for him and his healing journey at this time. If you have extra this season, please consider donating to his GoFundMe as he is an entrepreneur and will have to pay for this care. Details can be found here: In this episode, Julian and Aaronica dive into discussions about health challenges, emphasizing the importance of supportive healthcare providers and their impact on overall well-being. They also explore body image and...
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New Pattern November is Here!
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In this episode, Aaronica and Julian dive into their current sewing projects, with Aaronica highlighting her initiative, "New Pattern November," a push to use unmade patterns and support small businesses. They each share personal sewing goals—Aaronica celebrating her sponsors and Julian sharing his progress on the Make 9 challenge. They also announce their availability for teaching classes and open the Audacity Podcast for sponsorships, with a focus on enhancing representation within the sewing community. The episode wraps up with a discussion on self-care and community engagement,...
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Fashion is ART!
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In this episode, Julian recounted his experience at the Blink Festival in Cincinnati, where he collaborated on an installation called Hoko House, which featured recycled materials and interactive displays. He humorously described his outfit and the minor injury he sustained from his light-up shoes. The festival was a positive experience, bolstered by support from friends and colleagues. Additionally, he shared a poignant moment from a quilt show featuring the AIDS quilt, emphasizing its historical significance and the importance of community spaces for marginalized groups, particularly LGBT...
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Feeling Dandy About the Met Gala 2025 Theme
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Welcome back to the AudaSEWtea Podcast with your hosts Julian Collins and Aaronica Cole. In today's episode, the dynamic duo talked Hurrican Milton and updates on Nerida Hansen before deep diving into the announcement of the 2025 Met Gala theme. Links mentioned in the episode:
info_outlineThis chat was all kinds of fun and laughter, with Aaronica and Julian spilling the tea on everything from their quirky personal stories to the bigger stuff like breaking down masculinity myths, celebrating body love, and navigating the maze of money matters.
In this episode, they're all about cheering on self-love, unleashing creativity, and daring to be different. They get real about their love for standing out with funky fashion picks, retro patterns, and pops of color that shout "I do what I want!" against the same-old fashion scene. They chat about the quest for cool kids' sewing pattern testers and how we gotta get more guys into sewing to mix things up.
They didn't shy away from the gnarly bits either—like how social media can mess with your head, the struggle to not buy every sneaker or sewing machine in sight, and juggling the grind with keeping your sanity. Julian gets personal about his give-back vibes and his health kick journey, even when the going gets tough. And Aaronica's keeping it real about her grant dreams and her own battles with feeling good in her skin.
Basically, this episode with Aaronica and Julian is like hanging out with your two coolest friends who are all about embracing the extra in life, filling it with laughs, creativity, and a whole lot of self-care pep talks. They're sharing the good, the tough, and everything in between, reminding us to live our most colorful, fun-filled lives.