The Hue Report
The Hue Report
The Hue Report
The Hue Report is all about celebrating Black beauty, 24/7, 365. Hosted by beauty journalist Olivia Hancock, the show is your space for real, unfiltered conversations with Black beauty entrepreneurs, editors, and executives. Each episode dives into their unique beauty journeys, industry experiences, and, of course, the brands and products they’re loving. Think of The Hue Report as your go-to beauty catch-up with the coolest voices in the game. Stay connected with our community on thehuereport.com and on social @thehuereport.
Dr. Glenicia Nosworthy on “Beauty Hacking,” Her Passion for Healthcare, and Building Glo by Glen
Send a text Hey, beautiful people! This week, I’m joined by Dr. Glenicia Nosworthy—a Brooklyn-based internal medicine physician and founder of Glo by Glen—for a powerful conversation about beauty, wellness, and aesthetics. Dr. Glen talks about her path from Georgia State University to Morehouse School of Medicine and her residency at Lenox Hill Hospital, and how each step helped shape her holistic, root-cause approach to care. She also shares what inspired her to open Glo by Glen Facial...
Feb 9
50 min
ShaNiece Pyles on Reimagining Black Hair Storytelling at SheaMoisture
Send a text Hey, beautiful people! This week, I'm chatting with ShaNiece Pyles—the powerhouse Content Lead & Creative Director at SheaMoisture for an inspiring conversation about creativity, culture, and storytelling in beauty. ShaNiece opens up about her career journey—from getting her start on the SheaMoisture Men team to stepping into her leadership role for SheaMoisture Hair. She reflects on growing up in Kansas, her earliest beauty memories, and the beauty evolution she experienced d...
Dec 8, 2025
45 min
Dana Hill-Robinson on Working in Fashion, Building Cocotique, and Launching Glowissima
Send a text Hey, beautiful people! This week, I'm chatting with Dana Hill-Robinson—a true pioneer in the beauty industry. Dana is the founder of Cocotique, the subscription service that has championed Black-owned and indie beauty brands for over a decade. More recently, she co-founded Glowissima alongside supermodel and Real Housewives of Atlanta star Cynthia Bailey. Throughout her career, Dana has consistently created space for diversity, discovery, and representation in the beauty industry....
Nov 17, 2025
46 min
Isan Elba on Betting on Herself, Building "Beauty Access," and Becoming a More Conscious Consumer
Send a text Welcome back, beautiful people! On this episode of The Hue Report, I’m joined by multihyphenate Isan Elba to talk about betting on herself as a creator and building Beauty Access—her platform championing inclusivity and sustainability in the beauty industry. Isan shares how she’s navigated challenges, celebrated wins, and redefined what it means to create with purpose. Press play to hear how Isan is making beauty more accessible—and what’s next on her journey. Stay connected with ...
Oct 28, 2025
50 min
Kahh Spence on Prioritizing Peace and Pivoting From Celebrity Hairstyling
Send a text Welcome back, beautiful people! In this episode of The Hue Report, beauty and style expert Kahh Spence gets real about his journey from doing hair for some of your favorite celebrities to building his first fragrance brand (Spence by Kahh Spence). During our chat, he also shares how navigating loss reshaped both his personal and professional outlook, why protecting his peace has become non-negotiable, and, of course, he shares his current beauty routine. Press play to hear from th...
Sep 29, 2025
38 min
Vanessa Simmons on Her Wellness Journey, Building Legacy, and Motherhood
Send a text Welcome back, beautiful people! In this week's episode of The Hue Report, I chat with Vanessa Simmons—a multi-hyphenate force known for her roles in fashion, wellness, and entertainment. From co-founding the iconic sneaker brand Pastry to launching the wellness platform U4IA, Vanessa is carving out space for intentional living and legacy-building. During the episode, she opens up about why 2025 is her year of discipline, the beauty and wellness practices that help her stay centere...
Sep 15, 2025
33 min
I'm Back! Welcome to a New Era of The Hue Report
Send a text After a two-year hiatus, The Hue Report is finally back! In my first solo episode, I'm getting into the highs and lows of the last two years and the evolution of The Hue Report. We'll also get into some questions from listeners and my current favorite beauty products from Black-owned brands. Products mentioned: 54 Thrones Barrier Repair Cloud CreamBrunel Awakening Body OilOui the People Souk Honey Eau de ParfumLYS Beauty Pre-Glued Lash ClustersCécred Moisture Sealing LotionL...
Aug 31, 2025
26 min
The Art of Revision ft. Dr. Chaneve Jeanniton, Founder of epi.logic
Send a text In this episode, Mbiye chats with Dr. Chaneve Jeanniton. She is a board-certified oculofacial plastic surgeon dedicated to holistic facial refinement, specializing in eye aesthetics. Her patient's requests for simple, effective daily skincare products inspired her to launch epi.logic. The brand creates products formulated with essential actives that address common complexion concerns and maximizes treatment results. Press play to hear from Chaneve! Join The Hue Report commu...
Jul 1, 2023
47 min
Celebrating African Beauty Rituals ft. Christina Funke Tegbe, founder of 54 Thrones
Send a text At the top of the year, I sat down with Christina Funke Tegbe to chat about her beloved bodycare brand, 54 Thrones. We chatted about how her Nigerian-American upbringing inspired her to launch the brand, launching in Sephora, and the lessons she's learned as a beauty entrepreneur. Press play to hear from Christina, and I hope you enjoy the episode. Let us know your thoughts on the episode! Tag us on Instagram @thehuereport or email us at [email protected] Join The Hue Report...
Apr 11, 2023
40 min
Reinventing Men's Grooming ft. Calvin Quallis, founder of Scotch Porter
Send a text For this episode, we spoke to Calvin Quallis, founder and CEO of Scotch Porter. As a child, Calvin forged a connection with the beauty industry, growing up immersed in his mother’s beauty parlor and barbershop. Later in his adult life, he chose to return to his roots and open his own barbershop after leaving behind his corporate career. He then launched Scotch Porter in 2015, and the brand has been at the forefront of the men’s grooming industry since. We spent this episode chatti...
Mar 21, 2023
34 min
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