Fat Mascara

Fat Mascara built its reputation as the beauty podcast that actually knows what it's talking about. Co-hosted by veteran beauty editors Jessica Matlin and Jennifer Goldstein, the show ran for over 700 episodes and became a staple for anyone serious about skincare, makeup, and the business behind the products. Jessica brought her Harper's Bazaar and W Magazine chops, while Jenn added her own editorial expertise, and together they had the kind of chemistry that made product breakdowns feel like catching up with very knowledgeable friends. The format blended co-hosted banter with in-depth interviews, pulling in some of the biggest names in beauty -- dermatologists, brand founders, makeup artists, and the occasional celebrity. Their "Raise a Fat Mascara" segment became a fan favorite, where they'd toast products they genuinely loved. What set them apart was the balance between industry insider knowledge and practical, no-BS advice. They could explain why a $12 drugstore serum outperformed a $200 luxury one, and they'd do it with enough humor to keep things moving. The show went on hiatus in mid-2025 after episode 580, titled "Bye for Now," so new listeners should know they're walking into a finished (for now) catalog. But what a catalog it is -- nearly a decade of beauty journalism in audio form, with a 4.7-star rating from over 1,600 reviews. If you want to understand modern beauty culture from people who shaped the conversation, the back episodes alone are worth your time.