SKILLS PAY BILLS: A Sew Loka Podcast

SKILLS PAY BILLS: A Sew Loka Podcast offers an insightful exploration into the world of fashion design, entrepreneurship, and creative community building, hosted by Chicana designer Claudia Rodríguez-Biezunski. Filmed from her Barrio Logan studio, the podcast features candid conversations with local makers, creators, and industry trailblazers like Project Runway winner Ashley Nell Tipton. It delves into the realities of running a small business, the creative process, and the challenges of breaking barriers in the fashion industry, particularly for BIPOC and underserved communities. Listeners gain valuable perspectives on balancing artistic passion with commercial success, navigating collaborations, and the personal journeys behind impactful brands. This podcast is ideal for aspiring entrepreneurs, designers, and anyone interested in the cultural and business aspects of the creative economy.