Closet Philosophy

About Closet Philosophy

Think it doesn't matter what you wear? Hosts Jennine Jacob and Kristen Philipkoski uncover the ways your personal style is not just personal. What you choose to wear every day is a political act, whether you're aware of it or not. And putting thought into your personal style is not superficial, unintelligent, or a waste of time. Along with guests including bestselling authors, scientists, entrepreneurs, and more, the Closet Philosophy podcast explores how what we wear influences and reveals what's within.

Publisher

Jennine Jacob and Kristen Philipkoski

Category

arts · arts

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

12 Apr 2025

Latest episode

18 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

46 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   18 Oct 2026

   Ep. 46: Sneakergate: Why is the vast majority of the population wearing sneakers?

   Jennine took an unofficial survey on the streets of San Francisco on a Saturday evening out and found that more than 90% of people were wearing sneakers. In this episode, Kristen and Jennine discuss why this might be. We may not have found a definitive answer, but we know it goes beyond the simple fact that sneakers are comfy. And it might even have something to do with fascism creeping into American life.

2. 

   11 Oct 2026

   Ep. 45: How getting dressed can improve your day and maybe even your life

   In this episode of Closet Philosophy, Jennine and Kristen discuss why getting dressed can feel overwhelming and pointless, but how it can actually make a difference (sometimes big, sometimes small) in your day and maybe even your life. Jennine shares how her struggles with ADHD, depression, and anxiety can impact her executive functioning. When thinking, planning, and decision-making are depleted, even simple tasks like dishes, cooking dinner, or choosing an outfit can feel monumental. She shares personal stories of times when she pushed past that barrier (by getting dressed), and it paid off with a renewed sense of purpose—or sometimes just feeling human. Either way, it was always a net positive. There's no morality in style—caring about clothes doesn't make you a better or worse person, and no one has to participate. But small bits of color (or whatever type of flair you choose) can bring moments of joy.

3. 

   4 Oct 2026

   Ep. 44: Sneakergate: Why is the vast majority of the population wearing sneakers?

   Jennine took an unofficial survey on the streets of San Francisco on a Saturday evening out and found that more than 90% of people were wearing sneakers. In this episode, Kristen and Jennine discuss why this might be. We may not have found a definitive answer, but we know it goes beyond the simple fact that sneakers are comfy. And it might even have something to do with fascism creeping into American life.

Who has been a guest on Closet Philosophy

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Chrissy King
• Lydia Hudgens
• Dilara Casey
• Denise Pines
• Cat Pierce

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

1,239

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

14 ratings

Spotify

4.7 / 5

14 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 67 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

73

Social presence

0

YouTube

65

Engagement

85

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Does not typically book guests

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