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THE HOLIDAY SEASON
BEAUTY FEATURES
LYCHEE BEAUTY
The Intentional One
Bozoma Saint John
This month’s cover is with former CMO of Netflix, CBO of Uber, Marketing Exec at
Apple Music, Bozoma Saint John. We talk with her as she is a fulltime castmember
of BRAVO’s The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills and about her hairline Eve by Boz.
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When you think of a brand, you think
about its ethos; products it makes; how
it engages with those who purchase it as
well as their followers. As you delve deeper,
there are campaigns, collaborations,
how it presents its assortments and how it
is seen in terms of how it changes our lives
and the way that we move.
This movement and exchange takes place
with thoughtleaders and we're thrilled
that this month our cover is with the former
CMO of Netflix, Endeavor, CBO of
Uber, and Marketing Exec at Apple Music,
PepsiCo, and Beats Music - Bozoma Saint
John. Without a doubt, she is a badass in
the boardroom and she is bringing her
brand of creativity on S14 of BRAVO's The
Real Housewives of Beverly Hills as a fulltime
castmember which premiered on Nov
19th. We can't wait to see her navigate her
season. We wanted to talk with her about
her fingerprint on some of the most innovative
brands on the planet, how she approaches
her work, the launch of her hairline
Eve by Boz, and being on RHOBH!
ATHLEISURE MAG: All right, so I mean, I
followed your career for a number of years
and have been blown away by just the Innovative
companies. Just things I couldn't
have imagined as a kid growing up to see
you doing that. What led you to that journey
to work with these Innovative companies?
BOZOMA SAINT JOHN: Well, I don't really
believe in the 5 or 10-year plans. I don't
even really believe in like a 2-year plan. I
think you have to follow you know, the
feeling of the moment. We're always in
a state of evolution and so it's more important
to understand like where you are
and what you're trying to achieve than it
is, where you're actually going. Because in
hindsight, it will look like you had a plan.
I don’t know if I can answer that there was
a plan in working for the innovative companies.
I believe I’m an innovative person
and therefore the companies found me
and my job style.
AM: Do you have key moments that
you're really proud of that you did at
these companies?
BSJ: Yeah, of course. I don't know that
there's a company I've ever worked for
where I didn't feel proud of something
I did there. You know, I think that as
long as you know your focus on doing
your best work, that there can't be a
bad job.
AM: Right.
BSJ: You know, there can't be a bad
work experience and so I could rattle
off a whole bunch. I mean, it's like when
I was working for Spike Lee (School
Daze, Do the Right Thing, Malcolm X),
working on Carmen the commercial for
Pepsi Co featuring Beyoncé (Dreamgirls,
Austin Powers in Goldmember,
Lemonade), who had her first solo gig
was great.
When I was at Mountain Dew, working
on the, AND1 Streetball initiative, it was
amazing. That was the first time any of
the big companies paid attention to
these Black men who were playing on
concrete. It was also the first time we
ever created a brand lead film called
First Descent using Mountain Dew and
obviously, I also did the Super Bowl
Pepsi Halftime Show featuring Beyoncé,
followed by Bruno Mars, followed
by Katy Perry, followed by Lady Gaga
and those were big.
Then at Apple, I mean that was creating
Apple Music.
AM: Yeah.
BSJ: You know, as the biggest thing
probably because it just changed the
way that we listen to music in the way
that people consume it.
At Uber, it was working with LeBron
James, on his production company because
he was trying to break out of,
you know, just playing basketball and

trying to branch out and nobody wanted
to give him a job because they didn't
believe that athletes could do that kind
of thing. And then we made this amazing
piece of content which it was said he
should just shut up and dribble. Which led
to his own transformation in terms of his
vocal presence and what he felt like he
should be able to say and that he's more
than an athlete. That's where it was coming
from.
At Endeavor, it was working on Miss Universe
and crowning Zozibini Tunzi as the
first Black South African with the crown
and that same year, all five beauty queens,
who are black.
AM: Yup.
BSJ: So you had Miss Universe, Miss
America (Nia Franklin), Miss USA (Cheslie
Kryst), Miss Teen USA (Kaliegh Garris),
and Miss World (Toni-Ann Singh of Jamaica).
Who were all black. (Editor’s Note: In
2019, Black women won all 5 major beauty
pageants for the first time in history).
AM: That was incredible and I had the pleasure
of styling Nia Frankin for an editorial
shoot during her reign and it was such an
amazing experience.
BSJ: Oh nice.
Of course, my good friend Cheslie Kryst
unfortunately, lost her life to suicide.
AM: She was lovely. I had the pleasure of
interviewing her and was so sad to hear of
her passing.
BSJ: Then at Netflix, it was you know,
making the world understand that content
can travel. You know, it's been the
long-held belief that you can't use content
from Spain in France or French content
in Nigeria or Nigerian content in the
US. I proved all of those people wrong
especially because we used the pandemic
as the way to do it. So a show like Squid
Game would never have been possible.
without that moment in time.
AM: 100%
BSJ: You couldn't have predicted that
show. I mean, the creator, Hwang Donghyuk
had been trying to sell it for 12
years!
AM: I didn’t know that until after the series
came out which was incredible.
BSJ: You couldn't have sold it without
the pandemic, without me being a global
citizen. A true global citizen understands
that language is actually not the
barrier, it's the access and so if you break
down the walls of access then people
will be able to enjoy other cultures.
AM: I mean, I have to say Love is Blind,
I've watched every edition of it starting
with the US, Habibi, Japan, etc and going
through the various countries.
BSJ: Yeah!
AM: Prior to watching Squid Game, I
didn’t watch shows in subtitles. But after
I got hooked on Squid Game, I realized
that there was so much content that I
was missing that I wanted to enjoy and
I haven’t stopped since. I realized that
if I watched that, why can't I enjoy the
Swedish thrillers on Netflix, true crime
etc?
BSJ: Yeah! A weird, violent, and comedic
drama!
AM: We're actually going to a VIP Editor
Event at Squid Game: The Experience as
guests of Johnnie Walker tonight after
spending time with you and I can’t wait
to kind of get into the game ahead of the
second season launching next month!
BSJ: Yeah, you could never predict that,
that would work.
AM: I just love hearing all the different
things that you've talking about. You’re
also an author and you released your
book The Urgent Life: My Story of Love,
Loss, and Survival, which is a powerful

memoir. Why did you want to share something
like this as it is so vulnerable, and so
amazing.
BSJ: Because leaders are just supposed to
be fierce. They're supposed to be behind
the corner office, behind a very heavy
desk without showing any vulnerability
without showing their humanity. Oftentimes,
I think people think that if you go
through something difficult that somehow,
then you can't rise to the top.
AM: Right.
BSJ: That your traumas have to stop you.
And that's not true. And so, if more leaders
were able to share their humanity and
have more empathy about who they work
with and how they work, how they show
up and we probably would have a better
culture all the way around, not just even
corporate culture, but in politics and in social
reform and in charities, If we would
just show more of our humanity, perhaps
we just have a better world anyway.
AM: When I read your book, it was the
first person that I knew that looked like
me that could be both. Like, you're clearly
very fierce, but the fact that you can still
embrace these other elements was intriguing
to me as I continue to learn to be more
vulnerable as I figure out how to apply it
for me. I commend you for that.
BSJ: Well I'm only fierce because of my
vulnerability - just because of the things
I've been through. You know, you don't
become fierce because you sat in one
place and everything was peachy keen,
you know. So, I actually don't understand
that dichotomy. I don't understand it
when people think that like, your vulnerability
is weakness.
AM: Right.
BSJ: You know, I think you say that, you
know, there's so many catchphrases that
people use that they don't actually understand.
AM: Right, it’s like a whole retraining. I find
myself at 45 examining and thinking about
how I look at things and seeing that you
can be this and this and that one doesn’t
deplete the other.
BSJ: Exactly! People like these catchphrases,
but don't actually apply them! Like
vulnerability is strength so yippie, yippie
yippie, but you don't actually show your
vulnerability - so how are you strong?
AM: Yeah.
BSJ: The way that people think about
these phrases that have become a way of
being - almost like a badge.
AM: Yeah.
BSJ: But don't actually apply life to it.
They say, you know, be unapologetic, but
yet you are apologizing – you’re afraid to
show up as exactly as you are because you
are apologizing. You may not want to say
that. Because it's embarrassing. It makes
you feel like you're not. But don't say that
you are if you aren't behaving in that way.
AM: You are a woman who never stops.
You have a hairline and as we were in prep
for this cover interview and I was watching
your IG even more than I already do, that’s
when I saw what your new company is Eve
by Boz. Tell me about this and why did you
want to create it?
BSJ: Yeah, well I think as much from my
business acumen you know being a Black
woman in Corporate America obviously
means that most of the time I'm one of
one or one of few and our hair is always
a topic of conversation, even if we don't
want it to be. So having had the experiences
in corporate where, you know, people
have often said stuff about my hair
you know whether it's like oh I know you
know Boz is going to be crazy today if her
hair is white. You know, where she's gonna
be more reasonable because her hair is
straight.
And it's not even just like from white peo-

ple. A lot of people do that and so it's like
well-meaning well-intentioned, who say
things like, oh you're going into a board
meeting, you should probably pull your
hair back so that it's, it's not too much.
AM: Exactly.
BSJ: And then you have, you know, the
legality of it all with like The Crown Act
and having to find ways to just simply exist
without the threat of being fired or
the threat of being kicked out of school
or whatever places you have to be where
you just simply are trying to exist as your
natural self. I remember when I got on the
Apple keynote stage and yes, I was the
first Black person but also, besides look,
I'm a Black woman and I'm going to show
up that way. Steve Jobs built that stage.
Everybody knows that he showed up in
the black turtleneck and his jeans and
everybody has followed suit since. Maybe
it's not a black turtleneck but it sure
is a blue button down and maybe some
cargos that were switched out from the
jeans.
AM: Which is still the same look in essence.
BSJ: It was the same white tech boy look.
For me, it was how do I do that, but in
my own way? Truth be told, for me it was
like, look, I want to wear something that
makes me feel my most comfortable and
most powerful, which meant that I was
wearing a pink Mimi Plange dress, and my
pink Louboutins with the little puff on the
back. My hair was in a curly afro and very
shortly thereafter, there were Tweets and
comments both positive and negative
about my hair and that's just one instance
where I made a deliberate choice to wear
my hair a particular way.
AM: Yeah.
BSJ: When I got my job at Uber and I was
a Chief Brand Officer, I did decide to show
up with my braids down to the back of my
kneecaps, because it was like look where
else are you gonna see anybody in the
Chief seat like that.
At the time that I became the Chief Marketing
Officer at Netflix, I was the only
Black C-suite executive with budget in any
of the most profit companies on the planet.
The only one man or woman. It was
important to me, then also to show up
with my hair however, the hell I wanted
to show it.
Now the challenge has been that I happen
to like hair and wearing numerous
ways. Whether I have somebody fabulous
like Nikki styling my hair or I'm at home.
I have made wigs. I have cut my hair, I
have - well, Nikki, has had to take care
of some of my cuts – that’s fine and we
won’t talk about that - ha! But the point
is that, regardless of what I'm doing, I've
always had to manipulate the hair so that
it matches my texture, so that it matches
my complexion, so that it feels more like
me. Why do I have to do that when 80%
of the consumer base is Black or women
of color? The product that is being made
is being centered around white women.
That doesn't make any sense as they are
under 20% of the of the market. Now I can
see makeup companies - I understand.
You are focused on white women even
though they happen to be 50% of the marketplace
or whatever, because you know
that's quote unquote majority. But is it a
majority because wasn't it just because it
wasn't available?
AM: Exactly.
BSJ: So you change that dynamic and you
make it available, then shouldn't the numbers
increase? So that goes for makeup,
other beauty products, skincare etc. But
when we talk about hair, the numbers already
exist. It's not as if we're saying, oh
do this, and they will build this and they
will come. They are already there, you're
just not even serving them.
AM: Right.
BSJ: So it was Innovation like lace color.
I mean right now I just have 3. Can you
imagine if I had 40?

AM: Wow!
BSJ: And I'll get there. Right now, we
have 3. You know, can the textures not be
named these ridiculous names that don’t
have anything to do with us?
AM: That part!
BSJ: No disrespect to the Burmese, but
why am I wearing Burmese curly?
And who named it Yaki Straight?
AM: Liteally was just going to say where
did Yaki come from?
BSJ: Was it an actual yak? What are we
saying? What are we talking about?
AM: When you were there with the names,
I was literally like, what about Yaki?
BSJ: I know right? Where did that come
from?
Why does everything have to be Kinky?
AM: Exactly!
BSJ: So my point in the building of the company
was yes, both from a product standpoint
and being Innovative in that way
because of lace, textures, etc. But also because
I want the narrative to change. So
what we call the hair and where it's produced.
So it's very important to me that
every tag had created in Ghana. So meaning
that the hair is still sourced from Asia,
because that's the number one market
and it's very difficult to change the supply
chain from there, but manufactoring
doesn't have to be done there.
AM: Right.
BSJ: So manufacturing in Ghana, using ingredients
that are found on the continent,
whether that's Moringa, Baobab Tree Oil,
Rose hip, Shea Butter, Palm Tree Oil –
these are all amazing ingredients that are
found all over the continent. We've been
using it for a Millennia and so some of the
big, you know, companies are already using
that in terms of, soaps, lotions and
things like that. You'll see a lot of Shea
Butter, and Moringa is starting to make its
way into the marketplace. But it's still not
used in hair and it's not treated. So most
of the time, what people do when they
purchase these units, is that whether it's
wigs, closures, bundles - they're getting
it out of a plastic bag first of all. It stinks
to high heaven because it hasn't been
washed and hasn't been processed in a
way that's healthy for us. So, I changed all
of that, including the packaging that you
receive the hair in, it's fabric. It's actually
a bonnet.
AM: Oh, wow!
BSJ: It’s a bonnet that is used as the bag
to put the hair in.
AM: That's smart.
BSJ: The fabric I made myself at GTP
which is Ghana's first textile company
was founded by Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah,
who was Ghana's first president.
And they're established and their mission
was to also showcase the patterns of
Ghana to the world. So why not follow in
those footsteps? On top of that, it's like
the hair products that go to treat the hair
– by the way, we don't have any that are
specifically formulated for extension hair
and so I did that.
AM: Oh wow!
BSJ: I partnered with a Black woman
chemist, Jerry Watson, who is amazing.
She's worked at all the big companies before.
She has a few patents herself and I
wanted to formulate new products that I
could then own the formulas and also use
for these specific products that I'm making.
So that meant shampoo, conditioner,
leave-in conditioner. A hair perfume
which is my favorite of the line. In three
scents, Genesis, Rose of Eden, and Earth
Bomb - those use Baobab Tree Oil, Rosehip
and Moringa Oil respectively. I made
a Goddess Paste which is an edge control.

I have this product called Native Skin,
which is innovative because it hides the
lace. So it's like a paste that you put on the
lace to camouflage it again in three colors
so that you can match it to your shades.
And It just felt to me like once I was going,
there was no stopping. The truth of it is
that I think I made this for myself because
I made it for anybody. You know which is
just like I've been in the spotlight, and doing
my hair and all kind of ways for a long
time. Sometimes I want to pick out some
hair and go!
AM: And how many SKUS would you say
you started with?
BSJ: I have 166 SKUS.
AM: Wow.
BSJ: Yeah, so big.
AM: My background is in wholesale so
listening to you talking about the assortment
and how a number of them fall into
3 shades, I felt that it was 100+ maybe even
as high as 210 – 250.
BSJ: Yeah exactly!
AM: Do you envision going to HSN or QVC
down the road? I created a collab line with
a footwear brand it being able to be on
that platform to talk about the brand as
well as the designs I created was a great
way for consumers to become engaged
and to drive sales.
BSJ: Oh right, right, right! You know, I
don't know if I want to do HSN. Maybe.
My primary concern is that I'm in control
of the entire chain. So I don't know that
I want to go in that direction. Right now,
I have direct to consumer (DTC) via the
website, the only retail location actually
is in Ghana at my headquarters, where
if you're in Ghana, you can come to the
store and purchase.
AM: Okay.
BSJ: I plan to own my own retail, so I don't
plan to, you know, sell through any big
box. If I have a big box, it'll be my own.
So right now, it's like I want to be able
to build the consumer base to understand
the product first and then create
the demand to have retail myself.
AM: It’s really interesting to hear about
Eve by Boz and the innovation that is
built into it and how it is structured! I
can’t wait to see how it continues to
move forward!
How did you decide to come to The Real
Housewives of Beverly Hills?
BSJ: That came after the fact in my sabbatical
while writing my book, I was
trying to consider where else to go.
You know, what else I wanted to do,
what company I want to work with.
There wasn't anything that was really
drawing my attention. I had a few
meetings that were great companies
but just nothing that I felt passionate
about, and then I made the decision to
start my own and build my own.
Which was scary and all of the things.
Because it's just like, oh my gosh. I
could just comfortably, go and sit in
somebody's seat, get paid a lot of money
and just keep doing that, you know?
But starting my own thing felt like
such a departure from anything that I
thought I ever wanted to do. And so,
when I got the call about the Housewives,
it almost felt like just keep going.
AM: Yeah!
BSJ: You know, in the same direction
where it's like, look, I'm not ignorant
to the fact that it's a huge platform
that people are excited about that
other women have created businesses
off of, but you know, not for nothing.
I don't believe that there are any, who
have started the way that I'm starting,
right with the kind of purpose that I
have.

AM: Well, that was the thing that caught
me by a surprise. I've been watching
Housewives since the very beginning starting
with the Orange County and I have
watched every franchise and there is generally
a very specific type of woman and
I'm like but you're coming out completely
different. All anyone has to do if they have
not followed you previously is to Google
you!
BSJ: Right! I already exist! I appreciate
that because also you know, how do I say
this? In my entire career, it has been about
quote unquote representation.
My entire career. I can't remember a time
when I was working where it was just like,
oh I'm just Boz to be Boz. I don't remember
a time. It's always been like, oh, you're
representing this entire group of people
and then it got worse and worse and
worse as I became more and more and
more successful, it was like what if I had
failed on that Apple stage - we all know.
AM: Of course.
BSJ: There wouldn't be another one. You
know it!
AM: Facts.
BSJ: I don't even have to explain it to you
and not only that, it's like every space has
had to be shattered. We've had to represent
it every single space. So on this show,
I look at it and I'm just like but then why
not represent here? You know it's like
what about the corporate baddies who
look like me, who act like me, who don't
care about wearing a gray suit, who want
long claws, and weaves down to their asses.
What about them?
AM: 100%
BSJ: Why not have the self-made girl
down there? You know it's like I've been a
widow for 11 years, 11 years. That’s a long
time. My daughter was 4 when my husband
died. I at the time I wasn't like it just
the whole future looked so far.
AM: Yeah
BSJ: Everything just looked like it was
just too far to get to and now she's 15
and a half. We're talking about colleges
and it's remarkable to me that I've
been able to come as far as I've come
and so again, this is not a knock to anybody
who's done a different way.
AM: Right.
BSJ: I'm just saying there's some of us
out here who've made it ourselves.
Who like when you see the success
and what we came through, everything
have our claw marks on it.
AM: That part, I’m feeling that in my
soul right now!
BSJ: Because we climbed ourselves.
Nobody gave this to me. So there's
not a single day that goes where I'm
just like, oh my gosh, I'm so like, oh,
what if this happens? No, I've seen the
worst already. I've been to the bottom
already and I climbed out and so
there's nothing that scares me about
anything. And so that's why it's like I'm
like what about those women? Like
where are they in this lineup of people
that we see or are they not important
enough to be represented? They're
more of us and they're all done.
So my hope is that being on this show
is yes both about getting a platform
for my business, but also doing what
I've always done which is simply represent
for those who are not represented.
AM: I love hearing this.
Are there any other upcoming projects
that we should keep an eye out for?
BSJ: I know, right? You never know. Tomorrow
I could be like – Anita!
AM: I have followed you for so many
years. I've awalys been impressed by

you with everything that you've done. The
fingerprint that you have left across industries,
verticals, and projects is amazing
and has left significant and dynamic impressions!
So I know that there is always
more out there!
BSJ: But that's what I find is so beautiful
about life. Again, just going back to why I
live my life the way that I live it. You know
it's I think again it's so cliche when people
say like carpe diem.
AM: Right.
BSJ: Because they don't even know what
they're talking about. I know I look pretty,
but I'm a Latin student, you know, High
School and in College, I took Latin the entire
time. Carpe diem doesn't mean Seize
the Day. It actually means A Plucking of
the Day. It's more delicate and intentional,
so carpe diem, quam minimum postero
credula means pluck today - trusting as little
as possible into the next one.
AM: Ooo.
BSJ: That's the whole thing. So the idea
that you will trust tomorrow.
AM: Right.
BSJ: That you trust what's not yet seen.
AM: Right.
BSJ: Versus making today, the most important
thing, the most powerful thing.
It's crazy to me. And so that's why I'm living
this life this way. You know, I'm taking
everything that I can, I'm making everything
as I go. It's like tomorrow I might
wake up and have a new idea and I'll go
do that.
AM: Exactly!
BSJ: You know? But I'm not worried about
what's to come, because I'm so excited
about the life that I'm living today. So
there is no need for me to worry about
what comes or when I go from this planet
because I'm gonna live the best one
that I can. It's not it's not flippant to
me. So again, people say these words
and they say them without knowing.
They're like, “oh live like today's your
last,” are you really though? Are you
truly? Are you waiting until six months
from now to be the thing that you want
to do? Are you waiting a year to ask for
that raise? Are you still in a relationship
that you shouldn't be in? Because why?
You're gonna wait five years until your
kid gets a little older? I don't think so.
So for me, it's like if you're really gonna
live this life to its fullest then you have
to start actually living a true story!
AM: Wow.
I think back to Paul and I sketching out
this magazine in the Summer of 2015
and then we dropped the first issue in
Jan 2016. In addition to thinking about
concepts and flow, I made a list of 10
people that I wanted as a cover and
you were in that list of 10 and here I am
talking with you as our cover for our
107th issue!
BSJ: Girl really? I didn’t know that! Oh
wow that’s amazing!
AM: I just appreciate you being out
there and being all the positions that
you did where who else would have
done something like that and for you
to be the first to leave that door open
in other areas for other people it’s a
legacy that you can proud of.
BSJ: Oh thank you. That means a lot
and I really appreciate that.
AM: When you’re navigating from point
A to point B, you do look up and out to
see what other trailblazing is going on.
So seeing all the things and where you
continue to go, I'm just so happy to see
somebody that's like this. Then when
you were announced on the show, it became
next level and I was just like, ok,
she's gonna shake some shit up.

BSJ: Exactly. No, that's just it. I mean no
I really really really appreciate you saying
that though because I do think it's it's really
so important for us to be seen. And the
thing is like, you know, in addition to us
seeing each other, I want other people to
see us you know? It goes back to like even
the company where I'm just like man, I do
not see us.
AM: A lot of times we don’t.
BSJ: How are we centered? Because if you
actually saw us, you would talk to us.
It's like, look, we need more opportunities
to be seen in more beautiful ways
and more intentional ways. You know, it's
like it can't just be one note or one-dimensional.
AM: Exactly.
BSJ: And so that's why I also find it really
important that, you know, both from just
like I don't take the image to be superficial
at all. It's like people often do that, like,
what's the big deal about clothes and I'm
like, no, it's very important.
AM: It’s huge.
BSJ: When you’re out, when people can
spotlight you and say that one. So that's
why it's like even in doing this I'm like okay
you know we just got to make sure that it
looks the way it's supposed to.
AM: Yeah, I'm a very first show every show.
BSJ: This, we are on the same wavelength!
I can't! I don't I understand it when people
show up halfway it just makes no sense!
AM: It's just not how I was raised. I come
from people who did multiple things within
their careers and I know that it is possible
to be able to navigate that, but it has
to be done right!
@badassboz
@evebyboz
@bravotv
We enjoyed being able to sit down with
Boz to talk with her about her career,
outlook, RHOBH, and more while we
were in the midst of shooting her cover
editorial for our NOV ISSUE #107! Our
shoot included looks that can be worn
in Fitness, Out + About, WFH/Lounge,
and Night Out.
THE INTENTIONAL ONE COVER EDITO-
RIAL | TEAM CREDITS
PHOTOGRAPHER Paul Farkas | FASH-
ION STYLIST + CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Kimmie Smith | MUA Ashley | HAIR
STYLIST Nicky Newland |
@pvfarkas
@shes.kimmie
@aluxxe__
@nicky_b_on_hair
THE INTENTIONAL ONE COVER EDITO-
RIAL | STYLE CREDITS
FITNESS LOOK | PG 16 - 26 | SKIMS Bandeau
| GORWEAR Progress Thermo
Bib Tights | DEEPA GURNANI Lalika
Earrings |
OUT + ABOUT LOOK | PG 29 + 30 |
PANTORA Florence Jacket + Florence
Pants | WOXER Rib Tank Top | SIMONE
I. SMITH X MISA HYLTON The Misa
Doorknockers |
WFH/LOUNGE LOOK | PG 33 - 42 | PAN-
TORA BRIDAL Taylor Robe | ATHLEI-
SUREVERSE LUXE Lace + Tulle Deep
V-Neck Adjustable Tap Pant Bodysuit |
PONO BY JOAN GOODMAN Azalea Clip
Earring + Mini Barile Maria Necklace |
NIGHT OUT LOOK | PG 44 - 54 | HWIT at
The Sample Room Red Gown | DEEPA
GURNANI Teresa Earrings | MIRIAM
HASKELL Necklace |
THE INTENTIONAL ONE COVER EDITO-
RIAL | PHOTOGRAPHY CREDITS
| SONY Alpha ILCE 7RM5, FE 50mm F1.4

GM, FE 70-200 mm F2.8 GM OSS II, FE 24-
70 mm F2.8 GM II + HVL-F45RM Wireless
Radio Flash | SIRUI Dragon Series Bendable
RGB Panel Lights Set of 2 of B25R*2
Kit + DJ280 |
Our cover editorial took place at 77 Greenwich
PH. This luxurious space was the perfect
setting to showcase the looks and the
vibes for this story. We sat down with the
team at 77 Greenwich to find out more
about the property and specifically the
penthouse unit.
ATHLEISURE MAG: When did this residential
condominium open, how many units
are still available, and can you tell us about
the neighborhood that it is located in?
77 GREENWICH: 77 Greenwich officially
opened in 2020, and it has quickly become
one of the most sought after addresses in
Lower Manhattan. Out of its 90 luxurious
homes, there are a variety of unit types
still available for purchase, most notably
the Cloud Club Residences on our uppermost
floors, which we just released. Located
in the heart of Lower Manhattan, the
building is on the west side of the Financial
District overlooking the Hudson River
and Battery Park. Our pocket of Lower
Manhattan is a burgeoning but off-the-radar
neighborhood that has rapidly transformed
into one of the city's most convenient
and vibrant places to live. Aside
from the 80+ acres of waterfront parks
at our doorstep and Manhattan’s newest
Whole Foods Market a block away, we’re
adjacent to nearly every subway line, and
we can walk to a dynamic mix of cultural
hubs such as the new Perelman Performing
Arts Center. Lower Manhattan has
also developed an award-winning dining
scene, from Michelin-starred restaurants
to the newly made over Tin Building at
the Seaport. Residents of 77 Greenwich
overlook all of this and soak in expansive
views of New York Harbor and the Statue
of Liberty. This "New Downtown" offers
the perfect combination of contemporary
living with historic charm, and is one
of the most desirable places to live in the
city.
AM: Who are the architects/developers
that are involved in 77 Greenwich and
what can you tell us about them and how
they came to this project?
77G: 77 Greenwich was designed by FX-
Collaborative, a renowned New Yorkbased
architecture firm celebrated for its
sustainable and innovative designs, with
interiors by Deborah Berke and Stephen
Brockman of TenBerke. The vision for
the tower was to create a structure that
blends seamlessly with the historic neighborhood
while offering a refined, luxurious
lifestyle. The building’s pleated glass
curtain wall is a testament to FXCollaborative’s
ingenuity, maximizing natural
light and framing breathtaking views of
the New York Harbor and Freedom Tower.
FXCollaborative is known for its commitment
to green building practices, and this
project was designed to meet LEED certification
standards, reflecting their dedication
to sustainability.
The development of 77 Greenwich was
spearheaded by Trinity Place Holdings,
a respected name in real estate known
for revitalizing and creating exceptional
properties. Trinity Place Holdings aimed
to make this project a cornerstone of
Lower Manhattan’s transformation into a
vibrant residential and cultural hub. Their
vision encompassed more than just luxury
living, and thus incorporated a new public
elementary school to foster community
growth and strengthen neighborhood
connections.
AM: 77 Greenwich has 42 floors and 90 residences.
What are the community amenities
that are offered in this building that
residents can enjoy?
77G: The amenities at 77 Greenwich have
been thoughtfully designed to enhance
every aspect of residents’ lives, from wellness
and leisure to entertaining and convenience.
The highlight is Cloud Club 77,
located on the penthouse level and rooftop,
which offers breathtaking views and
exclusive spaces, including an art-filled
lounge with a fireplace, a private dining

room with a catering kitchen and a double-height
fitness center. Families enjoy
the fully-supplied children’s playroom,
while fitness enthusiasts utilize the training
studio and the multipurpose game
room with direct access to an outdoor
terrace. Outdoor areas, crafted by Future
Green Studio, include a rooftop garden
with a grassy lawn, a meditation deck, grill
stations, dining spaces and a play area for
children. All of 77 Greenwich’s residents
have access to these top-floor amenity
spaces. Additional outdoor features include
a Japanese rock garden, pergolas,
a dog run and a zen garden on the 12th
floor, providing another tranquil retreat
above the urban setting. Practical amenities
include a 24-hour attended lobby,
dedicated storage spaces, bike storage
and a package room.
AM: This property is clearly luxurious, what
can you tell us about the environmental
sustainable elements that are here?
77G: 77 Greenwich is designed to meet
LEED standards, emphasizing environmental
responsibility and sustainability.
The building incorporates energy-efficient
systems, including high-performance windows
and advanced HVAC systems that
reduce energy consumption and are private
to each residence. The use of sustainable
materials throughout the building
is central to its design, and the inclusion
of green rooftops and gardens provides
both aesthetic appeal and environmental
benefits. These features, combined with
its energy-efficient infrastructure, make
77 Greenwich a model for luxury living
that is also ecologically responsible. The
building integrates green design seamlessly,
ensuring that its residents can enjoy
an elevated standard of living without
compromising on sustainability.
AM: Tell us about the outdoor space which
was designed by Future Green Studio.
77G: The many outdoor spaces at 77
Greenwich, designed by Future Green Studio,
are a standout feature. This Brooklyn-based
landscape architecture firm is
known for its innovative designs that
integrate nature with urban living. At
77 Greenwich, they have created multiple
outdoor spaces that offer both
relaxation and recreation. The openair
rooftop garden spans 3,600 square
feet and includes a grassy lawn, a play
area for children, a meditation deck
and grill stations. The design promotes
a sense of tranquility amidst the hustle
and bustle of the city. Additionally, the
Cloud Club level features a Japanese
rock garden and lounge areas, offering
residents a peaceful space. Below,
a 2,350-square-foot terrace on the
12th floor includes pergolas and a dog
park, catering to the needs of families
and pet owners. The outdoor areas
are thoughtfully designed to make
the most of 77 Greenwich’s sweeping
views while offering residents an intimate
and serene escape within their
building.
AM: We’re thrilled that our cover editorial
took place in the penthouse of
Greenwich 77! What can you tell us
about the floorplan of this unit that
was designed by TenBerke.
77G: The Penthouse at 77 Greenwich
is a stunning example of contemporary
elegance, designed by TenBerke,
with recent customization options led
by Stephen Brockman. Spanning 3,531
square feet, this four-bedroom, fiveand-a-half-bathroom,
plus home office
residence is truly one of a kind. The design
prioritizes open space and natural
light, with floor-to-ceiling glass windows
framing breathtaking views of
the New York Harbor. The penthouse
features an expansive great room with
southern, eastern and western exposures,
offering panoramic views of the
city’s skyline and waterways. Finally,
the Penthouse includes a private loggia
terrace, adding 219 square feet of
outdoor living space overlooking New
York Harbor. The design emphasizes
both stylish functionality and timeless
elegance, with sleek materials like Blue
de Savoie marble countertops and cus-

tom fumed sycamore vanities. There are
very few newly constructed homes of this
size available in Downtown New York City.
AM: For those that may be interested in
buying this unit, what options do they
have to customize this space?
77G: The penthouse at 77 Greenwich is
a customizable masterpiece. Led by Stephen
Brockman of TenBerke, customizations
are available for buyers, offering options
to tailor the space according to their
individual tastes. From custom millwork
to bespoke finishes, the design team allows
for personalization across the home.
Buyers can choose from a range of highend
materials and finishes, such as custom
cabinetry and flooring options. Whether
it's altering the layout, adding additional
built-in features, or refining the color
palette, the options available enable prospective
buyers to create a truly personalized
residence that fits their lifestyle and
aesthetic.
AM: What are some of the key features
of this property that our readers should
know about?
77G: 77 Greenwich offers an extraordinary
blend of modern luxury, thoughtful
design and a location that captures the
essence of downtown living. The building
features 90 residences, ranging from one
to four bedrooms, each outfitted with
high-end finishes and appliances. Floorto-ceiling
windows frame breathtaking
views of the New York Harbor and iconic
landmarks like the Statue of Liberty, offering
an unparalleled living experience in
Lower Manhattan.
All of 77 Greenwich’s residents can take
advantage of its top-floor Cloud Club 77
suite of amenities, including the Cloud
Club lounge private dining room and a
double-height fitness center overlooking
the Hudson River. The rooftop garden,
designed by Future Green Studio, offers
residents a peaceful outdoor retreat with
a children's play area, meditation deck
and spacious dining areas with grill stations.
There is also a multi-use game
room and a fitness center with terrace
access, making it a perfect blend of relaxation
and active living.
The location of 77 Greenwich places residents
in the vibrant Lower Manhattan
area, close to a wealth of cultural, dining
and entertainment options. Nearby,
Manhatta offers elevated dining experiences
with panoramic views, while the
Perlman Arts Center in the World Trade
Center complex provides world-class
performances. With its proximity to
world-renowned restaurants, shopping
and cultural landmarks, 77 Greenwich
offers an unmatched lifestyle.
@77greenwich
@christiesrealestate
@christiesrenyc
@reuvenirealestate
The penthouse also comes together with
its impeccable staging which was done
by ARTEFACTO a 3rd generation Brazilian
firm that manufactures its own furniture
as well as supplies a cohesive look in an
array of properties! We wanted to know
more about the inspiration behind how
they staged 77 Greenwich PH, the history
of the company, their recently launched
showroom here in NYC, and more. Pietro
Bacchi shares this and more with us.
ATHLEISURE MAG: We enjoyed shooting
at 77 Greenwich St PH and as we have
spoken to the building about this particular
unit, we’re looking forward to speaking
with you as well. We wanted to know
more about your business and the staging
that you did at the penthouse, which
is beautiful. Before we delve into that
and the staging that was done there, can
you tell me about ARTEFACTO as a firm,
its history, and what you guys do?
PIETRO BACCHI: ARTEFACTO is 48 years
old and it’s in its third generation. The
firm was started by my grandfather in
São Paulo Brazil. My father formalized
the corporation and brought it to the

United States via South Florida. We quickly
became market leaders in Florida, and
throughout South America and now, we
want to kill it in the Northeast. I run the
New York operations with my twin brother,
Bruno. We're very happy about this
New York expansion.
AM: Did you always know that you would
work in the family business?
PB: In the beginning, I wasn't really sure,
to be honest. When I started seeing all of
the components together from the design
to the manufacturing and delivery, it
gave me a whole different scope. I started
thinking about how big this business could
actually be. I got to see the real craftsmanship
and quality of work that goes into every
piece. We have about 1 million square
feet of manufacturing and showroom
space including the recent New York expansion.
That’s 1 million square feet under
one roof. We do absolutely everything
from upholstery to woodwork to leather
and suede.
AM: Wow.
PB: Yeah, from designing SKUS on a computer,
to making prototypes to launching
a whole line.
AM: What are the kinds of projects that
are of interest to your firm when you're
looking to add things into your portfolio?
You were talking about obviously you have
the manufacturing but then you also have
all of the staging that you do as well.
PB: We have quite a few different streams
of business that we've been adding to our
model in the last four or five years. One
of them is a staging. The reason that we
do staging is because it's beneficial for all
parties.
AM: Right.
PB: It’s great for ARTEFACTO because
our products are displayed in a beautiful
apartment instead of sitting in a warehouse
waiting for delivery. So it's kind of
an extension of the showroom. Obviously,
the developer can show the unit
more beautifully and the idea behind it
is that it actually sells completely furnished
which happens about 80-85% of
the time. So that's a huge model for us.
We really specialize in residential, but
now we’ve branched off into the commercial
sector as well. We just finished
Casa Cipriani in New York City, I don’t
know if you have been there.
AM: Yes, it’s lovely.
PB: We just finished that project. That
was one of our bigger commercial projects.
And we have a lot in the pipeline,
but of note, we did the Hotel Du Cap
Eden Roc in the South of France for their
150th year anniversary.
AM: Nice!
PB: So that that's kind of the key piece
of why we work so well with the real
estate sector. You can't really do that at
that level of customization if you don't
have the manufacturing component.
It’s not the most beautiful part of the
business, but by far one of the most important.
AM: Tell us about your Madison Ave.
showroom.
PB: We got super lucky. We found the
perfect corner on 32nd and Madison
with double-height ceilings on the first
floor. There’s a tree that we blew the
ceiling out for so you could see it from
the first and second floor. The first floor
is more of a museum-styled concept; all
of our new collection living room sets.
Upstairs, we have distinct spaces designed:
living, bedroom, dining six times
over. We have different fabrics available
for customization and everything you
see on the showroom floor is ready for
immediate delivery in two weeks.
AM: Wow, that’s amazing!
PB: That's one of our big selling points

because, you know, everybody knows
how long you wait for furniture especially
after COVID.
AM: A 2 week turnaround is phenomenal
because we have friends that are still waiting
for their couches and it's been 8 weeks.
PB: I've heard eight months at one point!
AM: Yikes!
So what's your role at the company as well
as your brother to get a scope of the kind
of the things that you are involved in.
PB: My brother handles the complicated
and important backend… manufacturing,
the warehouse, and logistics. I handle
business development, the PR teams of
course, marketing and product development.
But together, we're working on this
big United States expansion.
We picked Miami as our first showroom in
the United States - my analysts looked at,
from the American public point of view -
because Miami is the bridge into the United
States.
Whereas New York is known as the bridge
to the rest of the world. In New York, you
have the best architecture and developers.
The restaurants are amazing and the
culture is next level as well. So it made
sense as a solid move. Believe it or not, it's
very similar to São Paulo with its character,
and similar kind of aesthetic in interior
design, fabrics, etc.
AM: We get that. Recently we watched
a few thriller series on Netflix that take
place in São Paulo and the similarity is interesting.
In looking at the penthouse at 77 Greenwich
as a point of reference, when you
take on a new project or you partner with
a residence or developer, can you walk us
through like, how you stage a property
from where do you start, and what's the
inspiration? There were just so many details
and elements of that place that really
came together beautifully.
PB: Absolutely. I mean, I’m definitely
very proud of our projects. Usually, we
hear from the Sales Team of the building
if it's a new development. We listen
to the problems that they're having and
usually the number one problem is that
the clients can’t visualize themselves in
the space. They don't have an imagination
in terms of what a dining table of
8 people or 10 people will look like in a
space. How many people are in the living
room? Especially in these bigger apartments
- it's especially difficult. So then,
we look at the floor plan and we dissect
it. We look at the mood and the feeling
that we're going for. Obviously our Miami
line is completely different from our
New York line, and that’s completely different
from our Hamptons line.
So we have quite a few pieces to choose
from and then basically, they pay me a
deposit which is one-third of the staging
package furniture process. But the
reason the developers love it so much
is because the remaining amount is paid
after the property sells. It's about marketing
property and so it's an investment
on both sides essentially.
AM: Right.
PB: It's an investment for us because
obviously, it's the products that would
probably be sold and shipped out from
the warehouse. It's also an investment
on the broker’s part or the developer
because there is a deposit. They are trying
to maximize those profit margins, so
it gives them an opportunity to do that.
AM: What are the some of the key elements
that you added into 77 Greenwich
St PH that you would like to highlight, especially?
PB: I think the double-size sofa. It’s a
beautiful touch there by the window.
AM: I love that piece. It makes such a
statement.

PB: And that's kind of why we put that
oversized mirror on that wall, because
anywhere, you sit in the apartment and
you get the view of the water and the
Statue of Liberty. I think the most important
thing that we think of when we go to
stage an apartment is, what are the first
five seconds of a person who's going to
buy? What is the reaction going to be?
That's why we make it as big as possible
and as grand as possible. We really try to
invoke all five senses! We have the music
playing, the aromas in the air, the lighting
is correct. I think it's a huge part of it.
AM: From start to finish for this Penthouse
unit for example, how long did it take for
you to Stage it?
PB: So between getting floor plans and
preliminary estimates and that kind of
thing, that takes about a week - week and
a half.
AM: Oh, wow!
PB: Then once the client is ready to move
forward, it takes about two weeks to install
and deliver.
AM: That's pretty quick. Wow!
So, for developers that are reading this,
how can they begin to work with you or
reach out to you so that they can talk
about their project?
PB: Yeah, whatever they prefer. I think the
most important thing ever is to come into
the showroom on Madison that we just
built because it is - and it's not because we
did it - jaw dropping from every angle!
AM: We definitely want to drop by to see
your showroom for ourselves.
For those that have their own homes who
are also reading this issue, are they able o
go on your website and buy their desired
pieces a la carte like they would at another
furniture or interior design store?
PB: Yeah, we do have an online presence.
But for the high-end furniture realm that
we're in, it’s more common for them to
come into the showroom so that they
can come in and sit down on the furniture
and actually see it. We also offer a
design service where the clients come
in and the designers and the architects
come, they bring their floor plan and
make sure everything's in sync. We do
a full presentation of swatches and fabrics
to marble, and art as well as accessories.
We really try to make it a turnkey
solution.
AM: Wow, that's amazing.
PB: Right, for these clients and architects.
AM: It’s been great to find out more
about ARTEFACTO and its scope. What
has it been like for you to be involved in
this business that has been around for
three generations?
PB: I mean, first off, I couldn’t be more
happy to do this! We have had a lot of
positive feedback even though we have
only been open in the New York showroom
since September. There have been
a lot of clients walking in, a lot of people
hearing about the brand for the first
time, which is amazing!
I think Brazilian furniture definitely had
its time back in the day, you know, with
Oscar Niemeyer, Sergio Rodrigues, and
other designers of the world and then
it kind of died down. So Vèr - our new
collection - is our fresh take on the community.
Vèr really pulls from The Mid-Century
Modern design that Brazil had to offer
with all the natural woods and natural
lines and what we've created is completely
different than anything you see
on that entire block.
@artefactousa

This time of year is an exciting one as we
begin to close one and look ahead to the
next one. While we maintain our normal
schedules, we also infuse it with the Holiday
season - it’s great to share with friends
and family, exchange gifts, increase celebratory
moments, and so much more! We
all know that they are key dates coming up
that are focused on the exchange of gifts
as well as obtaining them at various points.
We took a moment to chat with Walton
Goggins (Preadators, The Hateful Eight,
Django Unchained) to find out about why
he partnered with Walmart for the holiday
season, what he loves about this time of
year, and upcoming projects that he is involved
in!
ATHLEISURE MAG: Obviously, we're going
to talk about your amazing partnership
with Walmart and what's going on with
that. But we have a few questions to ask
you because our readers are so excited
that we're able to chat with you.
WALTON GOGGINS: Okay, okay, alright,
fantastic!
AM: We've been a fan of yours since - you
have too many things to name - Justified,
Righteous Gemstones, George and Tammy,
and the list can go on in film as well
as in TV. We find you to be such an amazing
actor who plays immersive and diverse
characters. When did you realize that you
wanted to be an actor?
WG: What a great question! I don't think
that there was like a bolt of lightning that
happened. I think it happened over the
course of a very long period of time. I was
raised mostly by women and a lot of interesting
characters were around in my
childhood and all of them just happened
to be really interesting great storytellers.
AM: Right.
WG: So I'm listening to a lot of stories and
then once I was given the microphone to
start telling my own stories, you know, I
had a natural kind of built in audience that
just kept saying, “no, keep talking Walt."
So, you kind of have that encouragement,
you know, right out of the gate.
It's hard to kind of do anything else.
I genuinely just wanted to see the
world. That was the main thing. Then
it just - one life kind of dovetailed into
the other and the opportunity to see
the world, and to be able to be a storyteller
was just something that fit. You
know, how do any of us really go about
things? What are the decisions that any
of us make that lead us on the road
that we're going to be on for the rest
of our lives? You know, is it fate or is it
an accident?
AM: Mmm.
WG: What is it? That I don't know. But
I'm so grateful for my life and grateful
for the opportunities that I've had to
tell the stories that I have!
AM: Absolutely!
WG: Including Walmart Black Friday
Deals!
AM: Exactly! Without a doubt!
Why did you want to be connected to
this amazing project and tell us more
about it.
WG: Well, first and foremost, Walmart
is a part of American culture. It’s not
the whole culture, but it's certainly
part of American culture. It is a corporation
that has been in all of our lives
for such a very long time! And where
I come from on Fairburn Road, a lot of
my friends as we got older, we started
to work there and I had the good fortune
- I'll tell you a little bit about my
history with this company.
AM: Please.
WG: I was a poor kid from the South
and I made really good grades and I
had the opportunity to go to school.
But we didn't have a lot of money and
we had to pay the rent. I got a small

Scholastic Scholarship, you know. But
in addition to that, there was a gap of
funding that we just couldn't make that
square around that square if you will and
my mom, you know through our friends
or whatever, heard that Walmart, had a
grant.
AM: Oh wow.
WG: It was a sizeable amount of money
and when I went you know in 1988 or 1989.
I’m dating myself, don’t tell anybody!
AM: Ha! That's okay!
WG: My mom encouraged me to write this
essay, you know, to the Walmart. That's
how it works and that’s what I did - and I
won!
AM: Wow.
WG: The money that I, I desperately needed,
you know, my first year in college and
in addition to that incredible opportunity,
this company gave me - they also printed
an 8x10 picture of me. I don't know
what it was. I think it was a headshot. It
was my first headshot, I think that's what
it was. They put it up in their store, you
know, for the better part of 6 months.
People would call me because you know
we didn’t have cell phones then, but they
would leave these stupid messages on my
answering machine, “saw your picture in
Walmart, Walton. Are you part of the Walton
family?"
So anyway, that's kind of my history with
this company. This opportunity kind of
came along and they sent this script and I
thought, “wow, what a what an interesting
way to sell things, right?” You know,
it's a hybrid between entertainment
and doing what we're gonna do anyway,
which is to find things for our loved ones
at the holidays. Black Friday deals have
been around for a long time. They played
an important role in my family's ability to
buy things for Christmas and it does for a
lot of people in this country and all over
the world and I thought, what a cool thing
to be a part of. I'm so happy that I did it.
There's all these wonderful actors that
I work with like Ian Somerhalder. There
are others like Lisa Rinna, Taye Diggs
who I've known for a while, Anthony
Ramos and it’s great folks and it's 10
stories. These stories are vignettes if
you will. There’s a supernatural genre,
action genre, mine is a Western genre!
AM: Shocker!
WG: But you know what? I've done action!
AM: Of course!
WG: I have done a lot of genres in my
time, but this is one that they saw me
in and invited me to kind of come along
this journey. We had such a great time
filming it. You know, it was just so much
fun and they’re such a great company
to work for and work with. So, when
I think people will watch them and
they'll see the things that they want
to buy and some things featured in a
way that makes them laugh. It brings
a smile to their face and so it’s a great
way to go about it!
AM: Well, do you know when your episode
will drop, do they all drop at one
time? Like what's kind of the flow?
WG: Well you know, there are ten. I’m
not exactly sure when they all drop. I
know mine will drop towards the end
of November which is, which is kind of
very, very exciting because it's getting
close to Dec. I think more will be revealed
as it goes on. The first one drops
on Nov. 11th-17th. I think that’s the first
block and they're kind of rolled out
from there.
AM: Wow it’ll be great to see them!
What do you love about the holiday
season?
WG: I just love the opportunity to
commune with family and friends. You

know, we all have our rituals right? We all
have the things that we do but the thing
that I do that I've been given the opportunity
to do is I don't really watch a lot
of sports. I’m not that guy even though
I played a bunch of sports growing up.
I make a fire and I sit around that fire
with my family and with my friends and I
have a glass of wine and I listen to music.
And I just commune. What better thing
is there than that and to tell people that
mean something to you how much you
love them?
AM: That's really nice and very sweet!
You're always working on so many projects.
I can't wait till White Lotus comes
out and I know that you have a bunch
of other stuff as well. Is there anything
that you would like to share with us, that
you're working on that we can keep an
eye out for?
WG: Well, you know, I think you said it,
you know, I got a bunch of things that
are coming out. I have a few movies that
are coming out. My wife has a movie that
she wrote and directed called The Uninvited,
which is dropping pretty soon.
Then there is The White Lotus and we
just finished the new season of The Righteous
Gemstones!
AM: So excited for both of those shows!
I'm really excited for The Righteous Gemstones.
WG: So good. It's so good.
AM: Everytime I watch that show, I grew
up in the Midwest with an Evangelical
and Pentecostal background and there's
just so many things that happen on that
show and my boyfriend will ask, “Is that
real?” and I'm like, “yes!”
WG: Oh yeah! That’s real and that one is
real too!
We're going back to Fallout here pretty
soon. And then, kind of beyond that,
reading and waiting and seeing what
the future brings everybody else! But
right now, Walmart!
We enjoyed sitting down with Walton to
talk about his career and the Christmas
campaign that he is involved in. You can
check out his videos for this campaign
Something's Cooking and Can't Handle
the Heat as well as an array of celebs that
participated in Deals of Desire.
@waltongogginsbonafide
PHOTOGRAPHY CREDITS | Walmart/
Tina Rowden

As avid readers know, that have enjoyed
reading our issues have included a number
of wrestlers who performed in the WWE
in their career. Saraya, who was known as
Paige when she was with the WWE was
one of our favorites that we enjoyed seeing
in the ring as well as seeing her on E!
Total Divas where we got to know more
about her between each ring experience
as well as how she connected with her fellow
Superstars.
Even after leaving the WWE, Saraya continues
to embrace her passion for wrestling
as it is a family business. We wanted
to know more about how she came
into the industry, what it's like when
she is going into the ring and out of it,
currently wrestling with AEW, and upcoming
projects that she is involved in!
ATHLEISURE MAG: It's amazing that your
family runs the World Association of Wrestling
promotion, your mom owns and operates
the Bellatrix Female Warriors, and
your brothers wrestle as well. What led to
you eventually participating in the sport
as originally it wasn't something that you,
thought that you would do.
SARAYA: I’ve been surrounded by wrestling
my whole life. I’ve often made the
joke that I have been wrestling since I was
a fetus. My mum was pregnant with me
and didn’t realize and was having matches
with me all snuggled up in her womb
haha. I’ve always loved it, but I was stubborn
and tried to fight it since my whole
family was in it. I tried to rebel into a different
field instead. But one day my dad
was one woman short in a match, she had
not turned up, so he asked if I could fill in
and I already knew a few moves since I
grew up in the business. I said to my dad
“Yes, but my brother has to wrestle in the
match too so I’m comfortable.” So my
brother dressed in a pink Power Ranger
outfit. He threw on a padded bra, I did the
match and the rest is history!
AM: We know that you come from a wrestling
family, but when did you fall in love
with wrestling?
S: When I was 13. Once I had that match,
I knew there was nothing that would
make me feel the way the adrenaline
of wrestling made me feel.
AM: When did you realize that you
wanted to do it as a career?
S: Also when I was 13. My dreams of
becoming a vet or a zoologist quickly
left my brain after that first match.
(Thanks dad).
AM: I remember when I saw you on the
E! show Total Divas where we got to follow
you along with other WWE Superstars
to see about your life in the ring
and outside of it! What did it mean to
you to be part of the WWE and to share
your life on the E! show as well?
S: WWE was always my dream. I always,
from the very beginning, wanted
to be a WWE Diva. They were so
beautiful yet so bloody badass!! That
was so inspiring for a little girl like me.
I never thought I would get in, though.
I looked very different to the women
back then but that didn’t mean I was
gonna give up trying. When I finally
got signed my life changed forever.
I remember Triple H coming up to
me on the side of the stage and saying
“welcome aboard” and shook my
hand. Then a hell of a rollercoaster ride
started.
I loved being asked to be a part of Total
Divas. I was younger and a little more
wild so it was good TV and the producers
always make sure you have a drink
in your hand haha, but I had a lot of fun
with the girls and got to bond extra
with them because not only were we
on the road every week of the year but
during our days off we would be filming
together. It made for great lifelong
relationships and memories!
AM: While at the WWE you had a number
of accomplishments from being the
youngest female champion in WWE history,
a 2X WWE Divas Champion, and

the inaugural NXT Women's Champion as
well as being the only woman to hold both
a WWE and NXT Women's Championship
simultaneously. When you look back at
your time there, what are you most proud
of?
S: All of that!! Haha those would be my
most proud moments. I would say my
merch numbers too. I got my first merch
tee, which said “Think Again” on it and
it sold out quickly. I believe that gave me
leverage to get on the main roster because
they were like… “Hang on this girl
that isn’t on Raw or Smackdown is selling
numbers like that??”
I’m always proud that I remained myself.
The weird little pale emo kid, that helped
me big time with the fans I believe.
AM: You currently wrestle for AEW and
you were the AEW Women's World Champion!
How has your time at the AEW been
and what does it mean to have acquired a
title there too?
S: Being at AEW has been a lot of fun. I
love love love the women’s locker room.
They’re all so supportive of one another
and everyone gets along so well. Being in
another larger company at first was hard.
Even though my contract had come to an
end, I had some guilt like I betrayed WWE,
but I didn’t do anything wrong! Haha. Then
being out of wrestling for so long made it
difficult to adjust to the newer fan base.
They can get pretty toxic these days and
I remember thinking, “Did I make a mistake
coming back?” But AEW has treated
me so wonderfully and I’ve loved my
time here so far. And to win the Woman’s
Championship on top of all that?? Incredible.
I never thought I would wrestle again
so I cried when Tony Khan told me haha.
AM: What are some upcoming matches
that you can share with us that we can
keep an eye out for?
S: I’ve actually been taking a short break
the end of this year. Just for other projects
and to take care of my mental health
a bit. I never give myself time off, so it was
much needed. But I will say to look out for
someone else and that’s Harley Cameron!
She’s the full package and an all-around
amazing person!!
AM: We know that as a wrestler, you spend
a lot of time on the road. What is an average
week like for you in terms of travel,
training, resting your body etc.?
S: WWE days were more hectic with live
events. But these days with AEW, for me
personally, they have given me a more relaxed
schedule. Which I appreciate. I fly
Tuesdays, work Wednesday and fly home
Thursdays and will have the odd PPV at
the weekend. I try to eat as good as possible
and I should be in the gym more than
I am if I’m being honest haha.
AM: Before you go into the ring, do you
have any routines that you do to prepare
for your fight and are there things that you
do when you come out of it?
S: I pee lol and go into a corner and relax
for a second. I get very, very nervous
beforehand and need that time alone.
When I come back out from the match, I
hug whoever I wrestled and thank them,
shake my producer and Tony Khan’s hand
and then go to the locker room and just
sit for a second.
AM: Outside of the ring, you're a board
member for the National Domestic Violence
Hotline. Why is this so important to
you?
S: It’s important because abuse is not just
physical. It’s financial, mental, and verbal
too. If I can use my platform to save someone’s
life, I will absolutely do so.
Domestic Violence is extremely common
and being part of something like that and
also knowing so many women and men
who’ve gone through something like that
is heartbreaking. I’ll always use my platform
for good.
AM: You shared your story in Fighting with

My Family and you have a memoir that is
coming out, Hell In Boots: Clawing My Way
Through Nine Lives. Why did you want to
share your story and what does the memoir
cover that we may not know about
from the film?
S: Well my movie was the PG version
haha. I want people to know exactly what
I’ve been through since birth to now and
hopefully be inspired. It’s not for the faint
of heart though.
@saraya
PHOTOGRAPHY CREDITS | PG 67, 9PLAY-
LIST PG 72 + 9DRIP PG 74 Shaun Vadella |
PG 68 + 9DRIP PG 74 + 76 Phil Chester |

THE ART OF
THE SNACK:
MOON RABBIT

In this month's The Art of the Snack, we
head down to our nation's capital in Washington,
DC to Moon Rabbit which is known
for their fine dining Vietnamese cuisine.
We took some time to chat with Chef Kevin
Tien to find out about his culinary background,
the accolades that he has received
as a noted chef, and what we can expect
upon our next visit at this restaurant
whether we're stopping in for lunch or for
dinner. In addition, we wanted to know
more about the ambiance of the space as
well. Finally, we also look ahead as we're a
the beginning of the holiday season to see
how we can begin planning to close this
year.
ATHLEISURE MAG: Chef Kevin Tien, can
you tell us about your culinary background,
where you trained, kitchens you worked in
and what brought you to Moon Rabbit.
CHEF KEVIN TIEN: My culinary background
started when I was a child. My mother
worked in Vietnamese Cafes and would
bring me to work with her as a child. I
wasn't allowed in the dining room, but
the chefs took a liking to me and taught
me in the kitchen about food. I continued
to work in restaurants in college while
earning my bachelors degree and graduate
degree. I eventually moved to DC to
work for amazing chefs such as José Andr
és and Aaron Silverman.
AM: You have received a number of accolades
that have included a 4X James Beard
Foundation SemiFinalist, 2024 JBF Finalist,
Food & Wine BNC 2018, Esquire Best New
Restaurant 2021, and 2024 New York Times
50 Best Restaurants in America. What does
it mean to you to be recognized for your
work and craft in this industry?
CHEF KT: As a young chef, I really began
the industry as a way to make ends meet.
Over time I found a love for it and dedicated
all of my time and really immersed
myself into food. For a long time I would
always want to be like other chefs, but
receiving all of these awards and recognition
proved to me that there was a space
for my type of cuisine that blended my
Vietnamese background with Louisiana
roots.
AM: What is the meaning behind the
name, Moon Rabbit?
CHEF KT: Moon Rabbit refers to a Vietnamese
folklore about a Rabbit who
sacrificed itself to feed others earning
itself a spot on the Moon with the Gods.
AM: What can you tell us about the ambiance
of Moon Rabbit and what diners
can expect when they come in for their
next meal?
CHEF KT: Moon Rabbit offers a fun relaxing
atmosphere in a bright contemporary
space. You should feel like you
are dining in my home and expect big,
bold, and familiar flavors. But presenting
in unfamiliar ways.
AM: What are the spices and flavors that
are indicative of Vietnamese food?
CHEF KT: Vietnamese food has all of the
flavor profiles in its dishes. It will always
have a balance of sweet, salty, spicy,
umami, and acid. I love the use of pepper,
star anise, cloves, and cinnamon.
Lots of ginger and garlic as well.
AM: Can you tell us your modern approach
to making traditional Asian cuisine?
CHEF KT: I have to be careful when using
a modern approach because I don't
want to end up making something
where it would just be considered fusion
cuisine. It can happen so easily. We
focus on depth of flavors a lot by fermentation,
making our own misos, and
various cooking techniques to add a lot
of flavor into what can be a simple bite.
AM: I like the layout of your menu. For
lunch, From the Earth can you tell us
about 3 dishes that you suggest that we
should enjoy with friends and family?
CHEF KT: Banh Beo, Cai Lan, and Banh

Tam Bi Chay. They have such a different
flavor profile on each dish, that you get a
great taste of what we have to offer.
AM: What are 3 dishes From the Land that
you suggest that we should think about?
CHEF KT: Bo La Lot, Nem Nuong, and Bo
Luc Lac. These are my favorite dishes to
order when dining out at a Vietnamese
restaurant.
AM: From the Sea what are 3 that you suggest
that we should have in mind?
CHEF KT: Goi Cuon Ca Ngu, Tom Nuong, Ca
Kho. They are such great riffs on the traditional
dishes.
AM: Can you tell us about the 3 dishes from
The Endings for us to end our meal?
CHEF KT: Chef Susan is such a talent that
we have here at Moon Rabbit. The three
desserts do a great job of showcasing her
techniques through my absolute favorite
items to get at an Asian pastry shop.
Layered soft sponge cake using pandan
and tropical fruit, takes on traditional egg
tarts from dim sum but with flavors of Cinnamon
Toast Crunch, and a fun cream puff
that tastes like an Asian banana cream pie.
AM: For dinner, you have the same breakouts
that exist in the lunch menu. Are
there offerings that are unique to the dinner
menu that you can suggest?
CHEF KT: Yes! My favorite items from each
section are Goi Cuon (Summer Roll), Canh
Chua (Roasted Golden Tile), Chim Cut Chien
(Fried Quail and Tomato Rice).
AM: Tell us about Chef's Visit to Vietnam!
CHEF KT: The Chef’s Visit to Vietnam is the
best way to enjoy Moon Rabbit. You come
in, let us know if you have any dietary restrictions,
and we will curate your whole
dinner for you. You will get snacks that are
rotated often that are off menu, and I will
pick some of my favorite items that I am
loving at the moment to send throughout
dinner. You’ll finish with Chef Susan’s favorite
desserts and some extra sweet
bites at the end.
AM: What are 3 dessert items that are
unique to the dinner menu that we
should know about?
CHEF KT: Our Dau Hu (Tofu Cheesecake
with Nardello Pepper Jam), Sau Rieng
(Durian Mouse with White Chocolate),
Rong Bien (Pandan Panna Cotta with
Confit Seaweed).
AM: Can you tell us about your cocktails
as you have a number of categories that
sound like a great journey to sip through.
CHEF KT: The cocktail program is curated
by our beverage director Thi Nguyen.
We focus on procuring Asian Spirits to
build our program, and adding a lot of
savory notes throughout.
AM: For those that are interested in beer,
wine, or cider, what do you suggest?
CHEF KT: Personally I really like our wine
program, because of a great balance between
classic and modern/natural styles
of wine. I like them both equally, but
find myself leaning towards the natural
wines on our menu.
AM: Can you tell us about the Thanksgiving
Take Home Box which was only available
for the holiday?
CHEF KT: We love doing holiday boxes at
the restaurant. It's what I would make
at home for my family for the holidays.
So essentially, you’ll eat like the chef!
This Thanksgiving we did an andouille
stuffed turkey breast, pho gravy, miso
mashed potatoes, pumpkin pie with
curried candied cashews, coconut milk
creamed spinach, and lots more!
AM: Will there be other boxes for Christmas,
NYE, etc?
CHEF KT: We are definitely doing a box
for Christmas and are leaning towards a

Sichuan Cumin Rubbed Prime Rib.
AM: Will you have a NYE event or other
winter holidays that we should know
about?
CHEF KT: I think NYE would be the best
night for joining Moon Rabbit. We are
offering a tasting menu starting at $95
with plenty of add ons for how fancy
you want to get. Lots of caviar and bubbles
of course.
AM: For those that are interested in private
dining, what options exist for those
that are looking to book for their own
party/events?
CHEF KT: We love doing parties and private
events! We make each event unique
by doing a custom menu and experience
for each guest. No 2 private events are
ever the same. You can do our private
dining room that seats up to 42 people,
or even book the whole restaurant for
up to 130 people. And for those that
want a extra space, our rooftop has a
great view of DC with private bar.
@chefkevintien
@moonrabbitdc
PHOTO CREDITS | PG 98 Rey Lopez | PG
100 - 102 + THE 9LIST 9M3NU PG 117 Rachel
Paraoan | THE 9LIST 9M3NU PHO-
TOGRAPHY COURTESY PG 117 Kevin Tien
|

ATHLEISURE LIST: Mugla, Turkey
CASA SOL AT MAXX ROYAL
BODRUM RESORT
It's officially time to think about planning
our vacations for 2025 and we can
see staying at Maxx Bodrum Resort in
Mugla, Turkey and eating at Casa Sol
which opened in May of 2024.
Casa Sol is a concept collaboration between
the resort and the F&B team
with Corporate Chef Naoki Katori
leading culinary and Shavinraj "Sha"
Gopinath along with global consultancy
Proof Creative which focuses on
the drinks. The design of he bar and
restaurant was led by GEO_ID.
This concept is situated just steps from
the beach with dazzling views, Casa
Sol transforms from a tranquil scene
for a quiet breakfast into a relaxed lo-
cale for lunch in between dips in the
ocean and a sophisticated nightlife
venue as the sun goes down and the
vibes pick up. The venue is entirely al
fresco, with a mix of bar and restaurant
seating for all group sizes.
The cuisine at Casa Sol is progressive
Latin, merging traditional recipes with
original elements to create an eclectic
mix of dishes. The Chef de Cuisine
José L. Castañeda Neri is an accomplished
chef with a passion for innovative,
high-end cuisine and has over
a decade of experience in luxury hospitality.
For Breakfast, we suggest: Chilaquiles,
which are corn chips cooked in a rich
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molcajete tomato sauce topped with
sour cream, white cheese, avocado,
cilantro and fried egg. For Lunch:
Pescado Zarandeado, which is grilled
seabream rubbed with chilies adobo
served with citrus micro salad. For
Dinner: Blackened Rib Eye, which is ribeye
crusted with recado negro served
with roasted eggplant puree, broccolini,
roasted onion, chiles toreados &
tortillas.
Casa Sol’s signature cocktail menu is
split into two sections Sun Hats (lighter,
more refreshing daytime options)
and Shoulder Pads (features slightly
more complex, spirit-forward drinks
designed to enjoy into the evening), a
nod to the 1980s beach town nostalgia
felt throughout the offerings.
We suggest their Canta-Trio, a blend of
tequila blanco, a citrus trio of grapefruit,
lime and orange, agave and a
spicedsalt rim, The Balmy Cobbler with
Pisco, pineapple, balsamic and berry
shrub and lemon, and The Runway, a
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a clarified milk punch with aged rum,
banana, house-made grenadine, lemon,
mixed berries, orange and a house
spice mix.
If you're interested in hosting an event
at Casa Sol, they offer a range of options
from small gatherings to full buyouts.
Their team can provide detailed
information to tailor it to your needs.
CASA SOL at MAXX ROYAL BOD-
RUM RESORT
Gölköy Mah, 312 Sk No:3, 48400
Bodrum/Muğla, Türkiye
maxxroyal.com
@maxxroyalresorts
PHOTO CREDITS | Casa Sol at
Maxx Royal Bodrum Resort
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ATHLEISURE LIST: East Village NY, NY
HEARTY & HEALTHY
This month, we hop down to the East
Village to Hearty & Healthy which
opened this month for those with a
wide range of options that are great
for guests with diverse dietary preferences
(vegans, vegetarians, pescatarians,
gluten-free) who want to dine
together, along with creative cocktails
and mocktails. Chef/partner Eder Hernandez
first launched this concept 3
years ago as a pandemic virtual kitchen
that has since delivered over 300,000
meals. With such demand for healthier
comfort food in the area, he and industry
veteran Andee Rosario opened
this brick-and-mortar restaurant and
bar.
For lunch, we suggest that you try the
Signature Harvest Salad with roasted
butternut squash, quinoa, apples, avocado,
dried cranberries, pumpkin
seeds, and kale; Blackened Salmon Salad
with avocado, tomatoes, quinoa,
feta cheese and lemon vinaigrette; and
BLTA Sandwich with smoked crispy bacon,
lettuce, tomato, avocado, pickles
and chipotle aioli on sourdough.
For dinner, we have our eye on the Black
& Blue Salad with 100% certified grassfed
steak over organic mixed greens,
tomatoes, avocado, carrots, crumbled
blue cheese and Caesar dressing; Seafood
Stew with clams, shrimp, scallops
and mussels; and vegan baked Spaghetti
Squash with house-made marinara,
spinach and tofu cream.
Our favorite meal of the week is
Brunch and we're thinking about their
Hangover Benny with crispy smoked
bacon, prosciutto cotto ham, and hollandaise;
Chorizo Skillet with scrambled
eggs, Mexican chorizo, queso
fresco, jalapeño, salsa, guacamole and
soft tortillas; and Vegan Pancakes with
seasonal berries, blueberry compote
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and maple syrup.
As we transition into colder weather
keep these on your radar: Grandma’s
Chicken Pot Pie; braised Short Ribs with
mashed potatoes and carrots; fresh
pasta with house-made Grass-Fed Beef
Bolognese; and vegan Eggplant Pot Pie
with basil tomato sauce, mushrooms,
quinoa, chickpeas, cashews and tofu
cream cheese.
The bar program highlights mezcal,
house infusions like jalapeño tequila,
spicy cinnamon whiskey, limoncello
vodka, and spirit-free cocktails. Creative,
aromatic drinks include Sunrise
Mezcal with mezcal, ginger syrup,
fresh lime and pineapple juice; Tequila
Road with tequila blanco, housemade
chile morita syrup, fresh lime and
grapefruit juices; plus mocktails like
Little Miss Pumpkin Spice with pump-
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kin puree, fresh apple and lemon juices,
and cinnamon syrup; and Rosemary
Paloma with fresh grapefruit juice,
rosemary-infused syrup and lemon
off the fun What To Drink When You’re
Not Drinking menu.
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Bingely Books
BAYOU: FEASTING THROUGH
THE SEASONS OF A CAJUN LIFE
Artisan
Melissa M. Martin
In Bayou: Feasting Through The Seasons
of A Cajun Life James Beard award winning
author of Mosquito Supper Club,
Chef Melissa M. Martin takes us back
to the Louisiana bayou and looks at big
and small celebrations that take place in
Southern Louisiana. With 100 recipes that
include diverse humble ingredients like
vegetables as well as shrimp and crab.
These recipes include Carnival
Crawfish Boil and Etouffee Ring
for the the New Year leading
to Carnival season. Afterwards,
Lent brings fresh foods like Cabbage
Slaw and Fried Fish Collars.
As you continue into the
Summer, it's all about shrimp
season. With the Fall, there are
boucheries, Cracklins and Back
Bone Stew. For the Holidays, enjoy
Fried Turkey, Holiday Dressing,
and Red Velvet Cake.
CONVIVIR: MODERN
MEXICAN CUISINE TO
CALIFORNIA'S WINE
COUNTRY
Harry N. Abrams
Rogelio Garcia + Andréa
Lawson Grey
Michelin-starred Chef Rogelio
Garcia brings over 150 recipes
for traditional Mexican cuisine
with the agricultural and artisanal
bounty of California's Napa
Valley! In Convivir: Modern Mexican
Cuisine in California's Wine
Country.
In this cookbook, Chef Garcia
takes us to the local farms, ranches,
sustainable fisheries and
so much more. We also get to
learn the teachnique for making
homemade tortillas and tamales!
There are modern approaches
when it comes to making tacos,
tostadas, sopes, and more!
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down in families. Over 120 of these images
are shared through vibrant pictures
and are also accompanied by stories.
There are small and large dishes
that are included to perfectly compliment
your meal across dietary cuisines
whether you eat meat, are a vegetarian,
or are vegan.
These dishes will be perfect to add to
your next festivities or when you're
looking to have an amazing dinner
when you're having friends over for a
perfect gathering.
We already have our tastebuds excited
to make and enjoy Pork Rib Carnitas and
Carrot Tamales with Spicy Carrot Salsa;
Wild Mushroom Tacos with Al Pastor
Sauce; and Prawn Ceviche with Choclo,
Garnet Yams, and Pears.
You will also find variations to make the
dishes, wine-pairing suggested, and curated
menus for your next meal.
THURAYA: RECIPES FROM OUR
FAMILY'S KITCHEN IN JORDAN
Nadeem Mansour
Nadeem Mansour
In Thuraya: Recipes From Our Family's
Kitchen in Jordan, you delve into Jordanian
and Middle Eastern cuisine with
rich flavors that are filled with traditional
family-style meals that Nadeem Mansour
grew up eating in Amman, Jordan.
Recipes include those that are passed
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Bingely Streaming
EMILIA PÉREZ
Netflix Original
Netflix
In Emilia Pérez, we follow 4 amazing women
in Mexico that are on the path to finding
what makes them happy. Throughout this
movie, you'll enjoy songs, dancing, and vibrant
visuals. We meet Emilia (Karla Sofía
Gascón) who is a cartel leader and brings on
Rita (Zoe Saldaña) who is a lawyer that feels
that she is unappreciated as she is stuck in
a job that is going nowhere. She is asked to
work with her to fake her own death so that
the cartel leader can finally lead a life where
she can be her true self. In addition,
the cast also includes
Selena Gomez (Selena + Restaurant,
LOUDER: The Soundtrack of
Change, Only Murders in the Building),
and Edgar Ramirez (The 355,
MaXXXine, Borderlands).
CRUEL INTENTIONS
Prime Video Original Series
Prime Video
Growing up, many of us enjoyed
seeing the original Cruel Intentions
film that starred Sarah Michelle
Gellar (Buffy the Vampire
Slayer, Clerks III, Dexter: Original
Sin), Reese Witherspoon (Legally
Blonde, The Morning Show, Big
Little Lies), Ryan Phillippe (Crash,
Shooter, Big Sky), and Selma Blair
(The Sweetest Thing, Hellboy
franchise, American Crime Story:
Monica Lewinsky) which focused
on elite highschoolers in NYC in
a modern retelling of the 1872
novel, Les Liaisons Dangereuses.
Throughout this movie, we see
how a pair of step siblings create
havoc through their circle and social
scene by manipulating others,
having sex, and their use of drugs.
With the cult success of this movie,
it's not a surprise that it has
come back with the same focus in
an updated way on Prime Video.
This iteration of Cruel Intentions
takes us to another elite social
scene in college with a number of
the antics and scenarios that appeared
in the film.
Do you need to see the film in
order to enjoy the series? No as
the two can be wenjoyed inde-
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pendently. Of course, if you have
seen the film, you'll see certain iconic
shots in the film, you'll enjoy the
modern updates that have been included
in this one and you can see
how the plot has a bit of a different
look and feel as it applies to the collegiate
set versus when it focused on
those in highschool. It's still a great
watch that you can enjoy especially
as we head into the holiday season.
THE BINGE CRIMES:
LADY MAFIA
Sony Music
Spotify
We always enjoy a great true crime
podcast and this is one that really
lets you have an indepth look into
the female Bernie Madoff as well as
the Anna Delvey of the OC. We get
to meet Sara King, who is known as
Lady Mafia. We get to know more
about how she got into this world of
crime, her historic rise, and her inevitable
fall as a loan shark. We get to
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hear how she made quickly and deals that
were seen as shady at best in The Binge
Crimes: Lady Mafia presented by SONY Music
Entertainment.
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