<p>In this special year-end episode of the Naked Beauty Podcast, I’m the guest! My producer, Mbiye Kasonga, interviewed me, and we reflected on the challenges and triumphs of 2025, including my return from maternity leave, the impact of the LA fires, and the balance between my corporate and creative responsibilities. We also touched on the major beauty trends of 2025, the wonderful range of guests we’ve had, and my thoughts on the evolving podcasting landscape. Mbiye asked some great questions, and I really dug deep in this episode to share my insights on the joys of community, creativity, and the pressures of constant innovation. The episode ends with our personal reflections on beauty and exciting predictions for 2026.</p><br><p>Tune in as we discuss:</p><p>(00:00) Introduction and Year-End Tradition</p><p>(01:21) Reflecting on 2025: Fires, Maternity Leave, and Podcasting</p><p>(04:37 Balancing Work, Creativity, and Personal Life</p><p>(12:58) The Evolution of Podcasting and Industry Insights</p><p>(27:00) London Trip and Memorable Experiences</p><p>(32:04) Meeting Sabrina Elba: A Class Act</p><p>(32:51) Impact of Naked Beauty Podcast</p><p>(34:22) Balancing Work and Motherhood</p><p>(37:55) Influence of Patriarchy on Beauty Standards</p><p>(42:40) Personal Beauty Trends and Discoveries</p><p>(47:56) Reflections on Beauty and Future Trends</p><p>(01:01:03) Concluding Thoughts and 2026 Beauty Trend Predictions&nbsp;</p><br><p>Rate, Subscribe &amp; Review the Podcast on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ke/podcast/naked-beauty/id1131628553" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple&nbsp;</a></p><br><p>Join the Naked Beauty Community on IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nakedbeautyplanet/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@nakedbeautyplanet</a>&nbsp;</p><br><p>Thanks for all the love and support. Tag me while you’re listening <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nakedbeautyplanet/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@nakedbeautyplanet</a> &amp; as always love to hear your thoughts :)&nbsp;</p><br><p>Check out<a href="https://www.nakedbeautypodcast.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> nakedbeautypodcast.com</a> for all previous episodes &amp; search episodes by topic</p><br><p>Shop My Favorite Products &amp; Pod Discounts on my <a href="https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/2762375" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ShopMyShelf</a></p><br><p>Stay in touch with me: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/brookedevard/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@brookedevard</a></p><br><p>Follow Mbiye <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mbiye_k/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@mbiye_k&nbsp;</a></p><br><p>Products Mentioned:</p><ul><li><a href="https://go.shopmy.us/p-36795678" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Ordinary Glycolic Acid&nbsp;</a></li><li><a href="https://go.shopmy.us/p-36795702" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shark Beauty Cryo Mask&nbsp;</a></li><li><a href="https://go.shopmy.us/p-36795658" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Neat Crowns Wigs</a></li></ul><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>