CultureCast Podcast

Evolving Threads: Dressing for you, or Unlearning the dress code!

In this episode, Anahi takes the host seat, interviewing Nadin and Obb about how their personal style has evolved through different stages of life, identity, and career. Nadin reflects on her “baddie era”—from rocking pink hair and punk looks while going to school in Santa Monica and attending raves—to now working as a marriage counselor, finding balance between professionalism and self-expression. She shares how music has always influenced her fashion and how she’s embracing her girl boss and soft girl eras, reconnecting with her femininity and natural curls.Obb opens up about his shift from tight skinny jeans and self-conscious dressing to prioritizing comfort and confidence. He talks about no longer dressing for others’ approval and realizing that career doesn’t have to define personal style.Anahi also joins in the conversation, sharing how her mom used to be her stylist and how she now chooses between chill and “cutesy” looks depending on the day. Together, they explore how fashion mirrors growth, creativity, and rebellion—and how it keeps evolving as they tune into who they truly are

CultureCast Ep. 2

A discussion exploring childhood hobbies and their presence in adult life. The video examines whether early hobbies have persisted, faded, or evolved, and considers why. It also investigates how hobbies may influence career paths, personal interests, and personality development, showing connections between past activities and current choices, passions, and worldview.

Who Are We?

On this weeks episode of CultureCast, the students over at YMF will be discussing their experience living in South Central LA. YMF is a community based center for the arts specializing with talented youth. Our host Cathie, a student at YMF, will be interviewing guests; Milan (Storyteller), and Juwan (Recording artist) as they share their insights and give a little advice to their younger selves. Milan realized her passion for story telling after the pandemic. Juwan is actively exploring the entertainment industry to widen his knowledge of the industry.