Episodes

  • Music x Fashion: The Aoede (AOD) Story with Aaron Forston

    Music x Fashion: The Aoede (AOD) Story with Aaron Forston
    Feb 11 2026
    Glamorous Conversations sits down with Aaron Forston, creator of AOD (Aoede)—a music‑inspired apparel brand named for the Greek muse of “voice & song.” We talk origin story, why basslines matter, modeling truths from the runway, and Aaron’s push to build media that highlights positivity instead of manufactured drama. Plus: entrepreneurship realities, how couples can actually support each other’s dreams, and protecting your image when your brand is public. Real talk, actionable gems, and a whole lot of inspiration for creators.

    Listen on:Apple | Spotify | YouTube

    Today’s Guest:Aaron Forston — AOD (Aoede)
    IG (brand): @aoede_af
    IG (personal): @mr_4ston

    ⏱️ Chapters
    00:00 Aoede = voice & song; basslines and brand DNA
    03:15 Sketch → streetwear: the AOD origin story
    09:05 Music & fashion as universal languages; comfort + fly
    14:40 Media without the drama: positivity as a strategy
    20:25 Modeling myths vs runway reality
    27:10 Fashion Network project & NY experience
    33:30 The unsexy parts of entrepreneurship
    40:45 Relationships while building: support, peace & trust
    50:10 Keeping your private life… private
    55:30 Where to find AOD + final CTAs

    🎯 Key Themes
    - Turning musical taste into a design language
    - Packaging a brand story the audience remembers
    - Choosing positive media over click‑bait
    - What partners really mean by “be my peace”
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    1 hr and 55 mins
  • Dick, Dates & Difficult Conversations: The Realities of Modern Dating

    Dick, Dates & Difficult Conversations: The Realities of Modern Dating
    Jan 14 2026
    In this episode, host Savannah Burks sits down with Tropic Lounge owner Hyacinth and Five Corner Fish Market owner Ken to talk all things dating, from entrepreneur lifestyles to communication issues, sex expectations, relationship boundaries, and what it really takes to connect with someone in 2026.

    We also dive deep into the upcoming “Bid Me Baby” Bachelor & Bachelorette Auction hosted at Tropic, benefiting the Milwaukee‑based nonprofit Lupus Has No Face. This is a community event with purpose, raising awareness, building connection, and creating a space where authentic relationships and vulnerable discussions can flourish.

    Expect a LOT of laughs, real talk about dating struggles, sex drive debates, why communication really fails, navigating relationships with chronic illness, and what makes someone a true “catch.” This is one of the most entertaining, unfiltered, and honest conversations we’ve had yet.

    ⏱️ CHAPTER TIMESTAMPS (You can adjust times based on the final edit) 00:00 – Welcome to Glamorous Conversations
    02:28 – Introducing the Bachelor & Bachelorette Auction
    07:55 – Why Dating in Milwaukee Is So Hard
    13:20 – How Women “Make Themselves Seen”
    17:45 – Red Flags: Communication & Lifestyle Differences
    21:30 – Entrepreneur Dating Struggles
    27:10 – The Sex Drive Conversation
    35:40 – Chronic Illness & Dating Challenges
    45:15 – Why People Avoid Hard Conversations
    52:10 – “Dick & Dates” Philosophy
    58:00 – Men vs. Women: Expectations & Miscommunication
    1:05:10 – Why Others Try to Water Down Your Purpose
    1:15:33 – What Makes Someone a “Catch”
    1:23:50 – Event Information: Bid Me Baby Auction
    1:26:10 – Closing Thoughts & Call to Action

    🔗 GUEST LINKS Hyacinth (Tropic MKE)
    Website: https://tropicmke.com
    Instagram: @tropicmke Ken (Five Corner Fish Market)
    Location: 6616 W Lisbon Ave, Milwaukee
    Instagram: @fivecornerfishmarket Lupus Has No Face (Nonprofit)
    Instagram: @lupushasn0face
    Website: (Add link if available) Host – Savannah Burks
    Instagram: @savannahburks
    Podcast Instagram: @glamorousconversationspod
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    1 hr and 37 mins