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Hosted by Claire Vastola · arts · EN-US · 26 episodes
Hey, it's Claire! We’re so excited to kick off Season 2 of Through the Back Door. We have some amazing guests lined up, plus a whole new series focusing on fashion and tech innovation. We're also diving into episodes about mindset and how to navigate this industry.I’m passionate about helping others learn from those who’ve paved the way so they can carve their own path. Whether through social media, fashion, or art, we all have the ability to create something big when we align vision with strategy.This season will give you insights into the inner workings of fashion, personal growth, and r
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Signup to Generate a PitchHey, it's Claire! We’re so excited to kick off Season 2 of Through the Back Door. We have some amazing guests lined up, plus a whole new series focusing on fashion and tech innovation.
Through The Back Door is hosted by Claire Vastola. The show has published 26 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "i am SO OVER second hand designer." (22 March 2026, 18 minutes), "25.Inside Runway Styling: Mo Johnson on Andrew Curwen and Fashion Week Backstage" (8 March 2026, 47 minutes), and "Things are changing around here" (28 February 2026, 17 minutes).
Through The Back Door publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 55 minutes across 26 episodes.
Booking probability for Through The Back Door is 31%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Through The Back Door requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Through The Back Door's contact route on record: verified email.
The strongest fits for Through The Back Door are Design Services and Clothing Stores. Through The Back Door has an arts audience and around 5,900 subscribers on YouTube.
Claire Vastola hosts Through The Back Door, an arts show with 26 episodes published.
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In this solo episode Claire gets honest about something a lot of people in fashion are thinking; secondhand designer isn’t always the better choice anymore. From overpriced resale finds to pieces that fall apart after a...
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In this episode of Through the Back Door , I sit down with stylist Mo Johnson , a creative force working behind the scenes on runway collections and brand projects. Mo shares what it actually takes to bring a runway...
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In this episode, I’m talking through a rebrand—both creatively and mentally. I share why I’m shifting some episodes away from video and back into audio, and how that change feels more aligned with where Girl Into...
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In the Details: Andrew Curwen’s AW26 Collection In this episode, we get an up-close look at Andrew Curwen’s collection beyond the runway and into the details that often go unnoticed. We talk construction, garment...
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This episode is a little unhinged in the best way. Claire sits down with Laura Stemmer (single mom of two, Manhattan-based, nightlife/bar owner energy, fashion background, zero fear) for a conversation that starts with...
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CONSISTENCY IS THE JOB BUILDING A FASHION CAREER WITHOUT A ROADMAP In this solo episode of Through the Back Door , I talk about what consistency actually looks like when you’re building a non-traditional fashion career...
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In the first-ever solo episode of Through the Back Door , we talk ambition — what it really looks like, why it gets labeled as “cringe,” and why it’s the real engine behind success in the fashion industry. We are...
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In this episode of Through the Back Door , Claire sits down with Jessie Collier, founder of Working Women Agency , to talk about personal branding, mindset shifts, and embracing nonlinear career paths in the creative...
Episode #18
this episode, Claire sits down once again with model Riley Woodell to talk about what it really takes to build a career in fashion in 2025. Riley is one of those rare people we get to watch evolve in real time —...
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On this episode of Through the Back Door , I sit down with Nimay Ndolo — content creator , influencer , and all-around creative force — for a conversation that goes everywhere: fashion, social media, politics...
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What if one of the coolest fashion stores in NYC was built by walking up to strangers on the street and asking, “Where’d you get that fit?” In this episode of Through the Back Door , Claire sits down with Sophia Boli...
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If you’re into fashion on social media, there’s no doubt you’ve come across @notsoquietluxury either it is the content, accent or the topics. I always find myself coming back for Nikesh’s pov becuase he isnt always...
Episode #14
I spoke with Molly Rooyakkers (@style.analytics) about how trends can sometimes feel huge online—but don’t always show up in real life. We got into the nuance of interpreting digital trend cycles and how sometimes what...
Episode #10
In this episode, Claire talks with Rebecca-Jo about her journey through the fashion world—from modeling in Asia to becoming a content creator known for her bold, unfiltered take on style. Rebecca shares how she broke...
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In this episode of Through the Back Door , Claire sits down with Amelie Stanescu, the voice behind The Fashion Archives , for an intimate and wide-ranging conversation about fashion, identity, and finding your place in...
Episode #1
In this episode: Mary Korlin-Downs — product designer, creative director, and founder of All Things Fashion Tech — shares her journey into the world of fashion tech, her inspirations, and her vision for the future. We...
Episode #10
In this engaging conversation, Hanna and Claire explore the intersection of makeup artistry and photography, discussing Hanna's journey from a photographer to a beauty influencer. They delve into the impact of social...
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In this episode, Claire chats with Selena Norman to dive deep into the unconventional paths that lead to success in the fashion world. They emphasize the importance of creativity, community, and self-discovery, as...
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SummaryIn this engaging conversation, Riley shares her journey from North Carolina to New York City, detailing her experiences in the modeling industry, the importance of networking, and the evolving role of social...
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SummaryIn this conversation, Claire and Chris Mena discuss the intricacies of the fashion industry, focusing on Mena's recent Urban Camo show. They explore the challenges and successes of fashion shows, the importance...
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