A podcast that gets real about the not so glamorous sides of the modeling industry. Real stories from real people who have experienced the good, the bad, and the ugly of the modeling world. This podcast provides a space to start important conversations about the tougher aspects of a typically idolized career.
Ep 8| Sophia Baltz | We're Being Replaced by AI Models
Model Sophia Baltz shares her experiences in the modeling industry and explores the implications of AI digital twins replacing human models, discussing the challenges and changes in the industry in an interview.
14 Feb 2025
Ep 7 | Spilling the Tea... Only Fans, Relationships, & Sketchy Castings
We are so back! Thank you guys for patiently waiting out my month long hiatus. We are back in action with a Q & A from your questions on social media. From Only Fans, to past relationships, to a sketchy casting in a storage unit??? Today we are spilling the tea!
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24 Dec 2024
Ep 6 | I'm Retiring...
Today's episode is more of a personal one in honor of my 30th birthday and the beginning of a new chapter. First and foremost I talk about why I have decided to take a step away from modeling and my new career venture. I also talk about my struggle with imposter syndrome after 12 years of being in the industry.
New episodes out every Monday.
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In this episode of It's Not Pretty, I sit down with Cherokee Luker to dive into the realities of motherhood and the modeling industry. We discuss navigating comparison on social media, handling rejection, and how Cherokee rebuilt her confidence after becoming a mom. Also, don't forget to check out Cherokee's podcast, The M.I.L.F Way- details below!
New episodes out every Monday.
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The M.I.L.F. Way
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9 Dec 2024
Ep 4 | Exposed Without Consent : Holding Predatory Photographers Accountable
In this episode, I talk about a serious issue many models face in the industry- being exploited by photographers. I share my experience of a photographer who created a subscription-based website where he shared photos of models, including some explicit and nude images. I share the emotional and legal impact of this situation, and how important it is for us to hold people accountable in this industry.
New episodes out every Monday!
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2 Dec 2024
Ep 3 | Kari Riley| Coming Out and Making Content that Connects
In this episode, I interview my longtime friend in the industry, Kari Riley. We talk about everything from the LA social scene, to promoter apartments, to how coming out affected Kari's career. Kari also gives great advice on how to create content online that ACTUALLY feels genuine.
New episodes out every Monday.
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25 Nov 2024
Ep 2 | That Time I Got Burned by a Fire Dancer
Today's episode is a fun little story time about a shoot I did in Mexico that ended in flames... literally. This story is really the epitome of it's not pretty. Also, if you like to watch your podcasts, episodes will now be available on the INP Youtube channel, linked below.
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18 Nov 2024
Ep 1 | Kylee Dwyer | From Model Apartment Scams, to Crazy Agents, and Everything in Between
I'm so excited to have my first guest on It's Not Pretty! In this episode I interview one of my first friends in this industry, Kylee Dwyer. Kylee and I started our journey at 17 in Los Angeles the day we met in a model apartment. Since then we have had some wild experiences and learned a lot about ourselves and this industry.
New episodes out every Monday.
Kylee's Instagram
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6 Nov 2024
Ep 0 | Welcome to "It's Not Pretty"
Welcome to "It's Not Pretty", a podcast that gets real about the not-so-glamorous side of the modeling industry. In this introduction to the series I talk about my background in modeling, what inspired the podcast, and what future episodes will entail.
New episodes out every Monday.
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YouTube views
11,341
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
2 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
9 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 30 / 100
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9
Social presence
0
YouTube
76
Engagement
51
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