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In this episode of Beauty Industry Voices, LuLu Benavidez welcomes Jonathan, Executive Director of Seeing for Ourselves. From his childhood in the Bronx and career with New York City Transit to his work in books and PBS documentaries, Jonathan shares how storytelling became the thread connecting his life’s work.

Discover how participatory photography helps public housing residents, people serving probation, and young immigrants share their experiences beyond stereotypes. Jonathan also discusses My Climate Future, a film bringing young people’s perspectives into the climate conversation, and his commitment to continuing founder George Carrano’s legacy.

We finish with “Voices in Five,” revealing Jonathan’s favorite film, meaningful childhood memories, and reassuring advice to his younger self.

Watch or listen, share this conversation with someone who loves photography and storytelling, and subscribe to Beauty Industry Voices.

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Chapters

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00:00 — Opening Preview: Dignity and Hope
00:42 — Meet Jonathan Fisher
02:03 — Welcome to Beauty Industry Voices
02:47 — Growing Up in the Bronx
05:36 — NYC Transit: Maps, MetroCards, and Storytelling
09:16 — Getting Around New York City
10:35 — George Carrano and Seeing for Ourselves
12:52 — What Is Participatory Photography?
15:07 — AI Images and Unrealistic Expectations
15:50 — Project Lives: Public Housing Through Residents’ Eyes
18:25 — Photography, Probation, and Second Chances
20:02 — Young Immigrants Tell Their Stories
22:27 — Community Arts and Opportunities for Youth
24:23 — Continuing George’s Legacy and My Climate Future
28:41 — Supporting the Film’s Impact Campaign
29:32 — Voices in Five: Getting to Know Jonathan
33:26 — Where to Connect and Support the Work
34:20 — Thank You and Closing

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Jonathan Fisher, Seeing for Ourselves, Beauty Industry Voices, LuLu Benavidez, participatory photography, visual storytelling, community photography, Project Lives, public housing photography, In a Whole New Way, criminal justice rehabilitation, photography and second chances, immigrant stories, Not From These Parts, My Climate Future, youth climate voices, George Carrano, PBS documentaries, photography nonprofit. Know in the comments how you find hope in your own daily experiences.

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Stop fighting the mirror and start listening to what your skin is telling you about healthy aging.

On this episode of Beauty Industry Voices, host Lulu Benavidez shares her extensive experience to help you redefine your relationship with time. We often get caught in the trap of chasing external perfection, forgetting that true elegance comes from within. This conversation serves as a guide for anyone ready to prioritize their well-being over societal pressures.

Embracing natural beauty is not about ignoring the changes that come with time; it is about honoring them. Lulu offers a fresh perspective on aging beautifully, moving past traditional standards to help you feel more at home in your own skin regardless of where you are in your journey.

Subscribe for weekly conversations on meaningful living, and let us know in the comments how you define confidence at this stage of your

Timestamps
00:00 - Why Jordan Parker takes a whole-person approach to skincare

01:05 - From business school to aesthetics: how she found her path

02:03 - Autoimmune skin issues that changed her perspective

03:47 - Why skin reflects what is happening internally

04:38 - What more women should understand about acne

05:58 - How medical treatment differs from aesthetic skincare

08:50 - Healthy aging instead of anti-aging marketing

11:03 - What gua sha is and why she uses it

13:13 - Why professional guidance beats social media skincare trends

15:17 - How her virtual consultations are personalized

18:21 - Why at-home skincare drives most of the results

21:44 - Best advice for women who feel frustrated with their skin

22:44 - What makes Jordan laugh every time

23:11 - Why hiking is her favorite way to spend time off

24:48 - A surprising personal talent: singing

25:45 - The biggest influence in her life

26:52 - What she is most grateful for right now

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Your Health Matters: Dr. Kristine Gravino on Women's Wellness

When did you last put your own health first?

Dr. Kristine Gravino for an important conversation about women's health, self-care, and the importance of understanding our physical well-being at every stage of life.

As working women, mothers, caregivers, and entrepreneurs, we often put everyone else's needs ahead of our own. But taking care of ourselves is not a luxury—it's a necessity.

Dr. Gravino shares her perspective on why women need to become more aware of their health, make time for self-care, and recognize the importance of physical well-being.

Whether you're building a career, raising a family, managing a business, or enjoying a new chapter in life, this conversation is a reminder that your health matters, too.

Join us for a meaningful discussion about making ourselves a priority.

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This conversation is for education and awareness and is not a substitute for individualized medical advice.

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00:00 – Meet Dr. Kristine Gravino
01:21 – Her Journey Into Psychology & Wellness
02:15 – Surviving a Brainstem Stroke at 21
03:43 – Why Wellness Starts With the Mind
05:18 – Dr. Gravino’s Stroke & Recovery Story
08:04 – LuLu Shares Her Daughter’s Stroke Journey
11:27 – Recovery, Age & the Power of Mindset
12:28 – Celebrating Small Wins
16:31 – Why Women Need Whole-Person Wellness
18:14 – Emotional Eating & Understanding Your Patterns
20:22 – Why Healthy Habits Are Hard to Maintain
23:09 – The Power of Accountability
24:18 – Fitness, Aging & Staying Strong
26:25 – Building Self-Trust
27:56 – How to Begin Your Wellness Journey
29:23 – Start Small for Lasting Change
31:17 – Why Women Often Put Themselves Last
32:50 – Finding Balance & Preventing Burnout
34:09 – Resilience After Major Life Changes
36:13 – Rapid-Fire Questions
36:26 – Dr. Gravino’s Morning Routine
37:15 – One Healthy Habit to Start Tomorrow
39:08 – How to Calm Your Mind Quickly
39:44 – What True Wellness Means
40:02 – Advice to Her Younger Self
42:03 – Where to Find Dr. Gravino
42:58 – Free Mindset Workshops
43:39 – Final Thoughts & Thank You

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