Michal Kurtis: Fashion Consulting, Content Creation, and Career Dreams
Michal Kurtis is a fashion consultant and content creator who works both sides of the industry—advising brands while building her own platform. She and Rivki talk about the duality of her career, why she stopped accepting free gifts, and the moving target of ambition that keeps her excited to wake up on Mondays. From packing disasters to manifestation moments, this conversation covers everything from business strategy to why success isn't about reaching the finish line📌 Rivki's IG: @rivkirabinowitz | TikTok: @rivkirabinowitz📌 Michal's IG: @mkurtis00:00 Intro04:06 Organic Content vs. Polished Campaigns09:14 Relatability and Responsible Content Consumption12:11 Advice for Emerging Brands on Budgets15:22 When to Stop Accepting Gifts19:25 The Smoke and Mirrors of Success25:12 Career Dreams and Product Ambitions29:52 What's Missing in Fashion34:31 Style No-Gos and Personal Rules38:09 The Intuitive Nature of Getting Dressed41:18 Packing Disasters44:08 Dressing for Your Personality46:56 Defining Success and Staying Sparked49:36 Privilege, Dreams, and Being in the Driver's Seat
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Katie Sands: Seasons, Identity, and Motherhood
Katie Sands is a content creator and TV host who's navigating motherhood while building her career in fashion and media. She and Rivki talk about the reality of being Jewish in the creator space post-October 7th, the complicated world of affiliate marketing, and how becoming a mom changes everything including how you show up at industry events. From dealing with antisemitism to managing three affiliate platforms while raising a newborn, Katie shares the honest truth about trying to have it all (just not all at once).📌 Rivki's IG: @rivkirabinowitz | TikTok: @rivkirabinowitz📌 Katie's IG: @itskatiesands 00:00 Intro06:08 Being Jewish in Fashion Industry09:12 Safety, Visibility, and Wearing Your Identity17:16 The Pressure of Being Misunderstood19:48 Motherhood Changes Everything22:18 Dreams vs. Reality with a Newborn25:16 Boy Mom Life and Family Dynamics28:06 Event Fatigue and Energy Management32:01 Seasons of Life and Priorities37:19 Platform Strategy and Commission Games41:33 When Links Feel Too Salesy45:01 Agency Complications and Transparency48:17 Defining Success and Happiness50:56 Comparison, Growth, and Finding Peace
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Shiran Melamed: Birkins, Boundaries, and Believing in Yourself
Shiran Melamed is the creator behind @styledbyshishi, where she's built a loyal community of followers sharing her love for luxury handbags, motherhood, and authentic living. From fertility struggles to building a business with three phones and four kids, Shiran proves you really can do it all.📌 Rivki's IG: @rivkirabinowitz | TikTok: @rivkirabinowitz📌 Shiran's IG: @styledbyshishi | TikTok: @styledbyshishi00:00 Intro01:04 From Hermès Obsession to Social Media Success03:55 The First Birkin Bag Rejection Story07:21 Understanding the Hermès Process09:32 Beyond the Bags: Motherhood Content12:23 Going Cold Turkey: No More iPads15:10 The Reality of Content Creation Work17:22 Managing Three Phones and Four Kids20:00 The Pressure of Organic vs. Paid Content22:35 Shabbat as Creative Reset29:00 Setting Boundaries with Brand Partnerships31:47 Aspirational vs. Relatable Content34:02 Modesty, Authenticity, and Being Yourself37:16 Choosing Career Over Social Isolation39:06 Fertility Struggles and Gratitude43:54 Final Advice: You Can Do It All
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Rebecca Minkoff: Business, Balance, and Building Legacy
Rebecca Minkoff is has been building her fashion empire for 20 years. She and Rivki talk about trusting your gut as a founder, evolving with your audience instead of freezing them in time, and why your career timeline needs to be measured in decades, not years. From going $60K into debt in the early days to learning when to celebrate wins, Rebecca shares the real behind-the-scenes of building a lasting brand while raising four kids and staying true to yourself.📌 Rivki's IG: @rivkirabinowitz | TikTok: @rivkirabinowitz📌 Rebecca's IG: @rebeccaminkoff00:00 Intro06:12 Balancing Trends vs. Timeless Design08:13 Growing Up With Your Brand11:06 The Reality of Building a Business14:16 Adapting to the Creator Economy17:11 The "Superwoman" Myth20:02 Success, Celebration, and Moving Goalposts23:38 Being Present vs. Being Productive27:00 Raising Kids With Work Ethic32:22 The Fitness Transformation37:01 Strength Training Philosophy39:01 Designing as a Woman for Women41:17 Judaism, Advocacy, and Taking Stands44:31 20-Year Career Advice & Final Thoughts
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Erika Polsinelli: Meditation, Intuition, and Finding Flow
Erica is a meditation teacher and creator of the Evolved app who's mastered the art of blending ancient Kundalini practices with modern life. She and Rivki dive deep into what it really means to live intuitively—from regulating your nervous system to making decisions from your highest self instead of your ego. They explore how to balance the masculine drive to achieve with the feminine art of surrender, plus practical ways to deepen your meditation practice beyond just going through the motions. This conversation will shift how you think about energy, relationships, and what it means to truly trust yourself. Plus, they start with a guided meditation that sets the tone for everything that follows.📌 Rivki's IG: @rivkirabinowitz| TikTok: @rivkirabinowitz📌 Erica's IG: @inkale.exkale00:00 Intro02:21 Guided Meditation Session11:38 Voice, Chakras & Personal Transformation14:13 Making Meditation Actually Work17:35 Balancing Masculine & Feminine Energy22:11 Spirituality vs. Accountability27:40 How Relationships Change When You Evolve32:05 Tools for Leveling Up Your Perspective34:38 Saying No to Opportunities39:31 From Reaction to Response45:08 Not Taking Life So Seriously48:18 Morning Practice Deep Dive56:07 Closing Thoughts
Welcome to Kale in My Teeth. These episodes are taped episodes from my signature IGTV LIVE sessions over on @rivkirabinowitz. I host empowering women, learning from their market niche and life experiences; spreading the message that as women, we are limitless and multidimensional. Let's DO this!
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