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Screen Shot 2020-01-05 at 1.15.48 PM.png — Jane Fonda on climate change

Jane Fonda is using her star power to combat climate change — from starting weekly demonstrations called Fire Drill Fridays to support the Green New Deal and other proposed environmental protections. She's calling on celebrities and the public to engage in civil disobedience for the cause.
Filmed and edited by Lauren Shamo.

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Over 7,300 Peace Corps Volunteers Were Evacuated — Now What?

Over 7,300 Peace Corps volunteers were evacuated from 61 countries because of the coronavirus pandemic, leaving projects unfinished as the future of their service hangs in limbo.
Edited by Lauren Shamo

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Screen Shot 2020-05-01 at 4.06.33 PM.png — New York's ReFashion Week Showcases Second-hand And Upcycled Clothing

During New York’s annual ReFashion Week, designers and brands are recycling clothes, mending and upcycling, instead of simply throwing garments away.
Produce and filmed by Lauren Shamo

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Screen Shot 2020-05-01 at 4.00.49 PM.png — Rising Trend
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Manicures

While more men are getting nail art than ever before, nail polish for men is nothing new.
Edited by Lauren Shamo.

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Screen Shot 2020-01-01 at 9.56.57 PM.png — Re/Done Levi 501s

Re/Done collects vintage jeans, mostly Levi 501’s, and uses the materials to make a new jean. This process is waterless, which the sustainable company doesn't use water finishing touches on jeans.
Produced, written, edited and colored by Lauren Shamo.

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Screen+Shot+2020-01-22+at+2.59.17+PM.jpg — First Modest Streetwear Brand For Muslim Women

Seek Refuge is a modest streetwear brand that represents Muslims, empowers women, and helps refugees.
Produced, edited and colored by Lauren Shamo.

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Screen+Shot+2020-05-01+at+4.08.25+PM.jpg — Coronavirus Has Had A Positive Impact On The Environment, For Now

Greenhouse gas emissions have declined as the world grinds to a halt because of the coronavirus.
Edited by Lauren Shamo

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Screen Shot 2020-05-01 at 4.03.27 PM.png — New Barbies Modeled After Female Athletes Promote Body Positivity

Barbie released nine dolls modeled after female athletes in celebration of International Women's Day. The goal is to promote body positivity and help girls find success in male-dominated careers.
Produced, edited and colored by Lauren Shamo.

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Screen+Shot+2020-01-01+at+9.51.47+PM.jpg — Tunnel Transformed Into Murals By Iraqi Protesters

Iraqis are using art to protest against government corruption and a lack of basic facilities.
Edited by Lauren Shamo.

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Screen Shot 2020-01-01 at 9.59.57 PM.png — Firework Making in India

India is home to seven of the world’s most polluted cities. And as the government tries to find ways to decrease pollution, the firecracker industry could fizzle out.
Edited by Lauren Shamo.

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Screen Shot 2020-01-01 at 10.11.00 PM.png — Zollipops

At 7 years old, Alina Morse created sugar-free candy that was healthy enough for her to eat. And now, her company, Zolli Candy, has even developed vegan options
Produced, written, edited, filmed and colored by Lauren Shamo.

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Screen Shot 2020-01-01 at 10.51.51 PM.png — Underwear Start-ups

Victoria’s Secret has dominated the lingerie space for decades. But today, the industry is heading in a new direction and leaning towards body-positive and inclusive underwear options. This shift is making space for startups to reach consumers who favor brands that are inclusive and geared towards comfort and fit.
Filmed and edited by Lauren Shamo.

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Screen Shot 2020-01-01 at 10.55.02 PM.png — TheRealReal sneakers

The RealReal is a luxury consignment shop that sells pre-owned luxury goods. Authentication experts analyze each item to ensure it's the real deal. We met up with sneaker authentication expert, Sean Conway, to learn how to tell the difference between a real pair of sneakers and a fake one.
Filmed and edited by Lauren Shamo.

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Screen Shot 2020-01-01 at 11.12.01 PM.png — Is Kyle Jenner a self made billionaire?

We break down how Forbes really determined Kylie Jenner as the youngest self-made billionaire.

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Screen+Shot+2020-01-01+at+10.09.00+PM.jpg — Bob Basset Masks

These Masks Went From Sex Shops To Art Galleries
Edited and colored by Lauren Shamo.

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Screen Shot 2020-01-01 at 10.32.24 PM.png — NYC Canning

Canners pick up cans and bottles and exchange them for money. They are able to make a living thanks to Returnable Container Act in the '80s to combat litter and incentivize recycling.
Filmed by Lauren Shamo and Dylan Barth.

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Screen Shot 2020-01-01 at 10.42.43 PM.png — Bovet Watches

Apple’s smartwatch has seen great success in the past years. With technological advances, we look into how the Swiss watch industry is staying afloat with their traditional ways.
Produced, written, filmed, shot and edited by Lauren Shamo.

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Screen Shot 2020-01-01 at 11.05.40 PM.png — Switzerland Cheese Making

Here's why Emmentaler cheese can cost over $1,000.
Produced, written, filmed, edited and colored by Lauren Shamo.

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Screen+Shot+2020-01-01+at+11.15.26+PM.jpg — Gay Pride Today

Here’s how corporate money plays a role during Pride Month and the controversy it has created. And meet the artist who hand paints for and collaborates with brands for their Pride campaigns, alongside the “Gay Prince of India,” a fierce advocate for gay rights around the world.

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Business Insider Today

producer, editor, writer, videographeR

Jane Fonda on climate change

Over 7,300 Peace Corps Volunteers Were Evacuated — Now What?

Over 7,300 Peace Corps volunteers were evacuated from 61 countries because of the coronavirus pandemic, leaving projects unfinished as the future of their service hangs in limbo.

Edited by Lauren Shamo

New York's ReFashion Week Showcases Second-hand And Upcycled Clothing

During New York’s annual ReFashion Week, designers and brands are recycling clothes, mending and upcycling, instead of simply throwing garments away.

Produce and filmed by Lauren Shamo

Rising Trend

of

Manicures

While more men are getting nail art than ever before, nail polish for men is nothing new.

Edited by Lauren Shamo.

Re/Done Levi 501s

Re/Done collects vintage jeans, mostly Levi 501’s, and uses the materials to make a new jean. This process is waterless, which the sustainable company doesn't use water finishing touches on jeans.

Produced, written, edited and colored by Lauren Shamo.

First Modest Streetwear Brand For Muslim Women

Seek Refuge is a modest streetwear brand that represents Muslims, empowers women, and helps refugees.

Produced, edited and colored by Lauren Shamo.

Coronavirus Has Had A Positive Impact On The Environment, For Now

Greenhouse gas emissions have declined as the world grinds to a halt because of the coronavirus.

Edited by Lauren Shamo

New Barbies Modeled After Female Athletes Promote Body Positivity

Barbie released nine dolls modeled after female athletes in celebration of International Women's Day. The goal is to promote body positivity and help girls find success in male-dominated careers.

Produced, edited and colored by Lauren Shamo.

Tunnel Transformed Into Murals By Iraqi Protesters

Iraqis are using art to protest against government corruption and a lack of basic facilities.

Edited by Lauren Shamo.

Firework Making in India

India is home to seven of the world’s most polluted cities. And as the government tries to find ways to decrease pollution, the firecracker industry could fizzle out.

Edited by Lauren Shamo.

Zollipops

At 7 years old, Alina Morse created sugar-free candy that was healthy enough for her to eat. And now, her company, Zolli Candy, has even developed vegan options

Produced, written, edited, filmed and colored by Lauren Shamo.

Underwear Start-ups

Filmed and edited by Lauren Shamo.

TheRealReal sneakers

The RealReal is a luxury consignment shop that sells pre-owned luxury goods. Authentication experts analyze each item to ensure it's the real deal. We met up with sneaker authentication expert, Sean Conway, to learn how to tell the difference between a real pair of sneakers and a fake one.

Filmed and edited by Lauren Shamo.

Is Kyle Jenner a self made billionaire?

We break down how Forbes really determined Kylie Jenner as the youngest self-made billionaire.

Bob Basset Masks

These Masks Went From Sex Shops To Art Galleries

Edited and colored by Lauren Shamo.

NYC Canning

Canners pick up cans and bottles and exchange them for money. They are able to make a living thanks to Returnable Container Act in the '80s to combat litter and incentivize recycling.

Filmed by Lauren Shamo and Dylan Barth.

Bovet Watches

Apple’s smartwatch has seen great success in the past years. With technological advances, we look into how the Swiss watch industry is staying afloat with their traditional ways.

Produced, written, filmed, shot and edited by Lauren Shamo.

Switzerland Cheese Making

Here's why Emmentaler cheese can cost over $1,000.

Produced, written, filmed, edited and colored by Lauren Shamo.

Gay Pride Today

Here’s how corporate money plays a role during Pride Month and the controversy it has created. And meet the artist who hand paints for and collaborates with brands for their Pride campaigns, alongside the “Gay Prince of India,” a fierce advocate for gay rights around the world.

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