A Few Minutes

A Few Minutes with Wongo Okon

In this episode of A Few Minutes, I chat with my friend Wongo Okon, an SEO manager and journalist at UPROXX. We cover everything from his shower playlist to Afrobeats artists you should know, tips on becoming an informed music listener, and why we're not listening to Teezo Touchdown. Follow Wongo on all socials at @whereswongo.

A Few Minutes with Teen Vogue's Kaitlyn McNab

Meet Teen Vogue's Entertainment News Editor, Kaitlyn McNab, in the newest episode of A Few Minutes with Ellice Ellis. In this exclusive interview, Kaitlyn shares her insights and experiences interviewing some of the biggest names in entertainment, including Ice Spice and Abbott Elementary's Tyler James Williams. Join us as Kaitlyn and Ellice dive deep into her passion for Gilmore Girls, offer valuable tips on networking within the media industry, and explore the importance of getting back to reading fiction. If you're a pop culture enthusiast or aspiring media professional, this conversation is a must-watch. Follow Kaitlyn on Instagram and Twitter at @kaitmcnab!

A Few Minutes on Summer House Martha's Vineyard & More

This week on the podcast, host Ellice discusses this season of Bravo's Summer House Martha's Vineyard and what needs to change, featuring bits from an interview with TikToker @yaaasays. [https://www.tiktok.com/@yaaasays?lang=en] Also, stay tuned for some thoughts on LinkedIn and a major life update.  Reading List:  * https://www.theatlantic.com/family/archive/2023/03/neighbors-friendship-happiness/673352/ * https://www.ft.com/content/6fa4456c-9e6f-11e9-9c06-a4640c9feebb * https://www.axios.com/2023/08/24/linkedin-popular-social-media

Meet Frederick Scott

Follow Frederick Scott here: https://www.instagram.com/fredericksctt Buy the brand here: https://www.frederick-scott.com/ This episode's recommendations:  * Middle Child [https://middlechildphilly.com/], a casual spot for daytime eats inspired by classic diners and delis, plus pantry items to take home. * Lapstone & Hammer, [https://www.lapstoneandhammer.com/] a Philadelphia-based premier men's lifestyle brand and boutique * Pizzeria Beddia [https://www.pizzeriabeddia.com/], a Fishtown pizza joint * Suraya [https://www.surayaphilly.com/],  market, restaurant & garden in Fishtown

The Beauty Episode with Olivia Hancock

"A Few Minutes" is a podcast where discourse meets discovery.    Host Ellice chats with beauty expert Olivia Hancock [https://www.instagram.com/oliviahancock_/?hl=en], an editor at Byrdie and founder of The Hue Report, a podcast, newsletter, and digital community that celebrates Black beauty 24/7, 365 [https://www.instagram.com/thehuereport/?hl=en]. Ellice and Olivia reminisce about their early beauty experiences, such as their first Fenty Beauty purchases and Olivia's transition from enthusiast to beauty editor. Olivia shares insights into celebrity beauty brands and her experience at Beyoncé's Cécred launch event and shares product recommendations, from cult beauty favorites to products by Black-founded beauty, skincare, and body care brands. Products Mentioned * Topicals Slick Salve Glossy Lip Balm for Soothing + Hydration * Cécred Moisture Sealing Lotion * Cécred Clarifying Shampoo & Scalp Exfoliating Scrub * WYN Beauty Hydrating Skin Enhancing Tint * WYN Beauty Glideline Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner * WYN Beauty Big Vision Lengthening & Defining Tubing Mascara * Fenty Beauty Match Stix Skinstick * Fenty Skin Flash Nap Instant Revival Eye Gel-Cream * Fenty Skin Butta Drop Whipped Oil Body Cream * 54 Thrones + Moroccan Beauty Butter * 54 Thronesb Moisturizing Butter Cream Body Wash * Kosas Brow Pop Dual-Action Filling and Shaping Easy Eyebrow Pencil * LYS Beauty Higher Standard Satin Matte Cream Blush * Haus Labs PhD Hybrid Lip Oil * MOODEAUX Fragrances * Undefined R&R Sun Serum