About this podcast

Join guest host Mia Sato on The Vergecast as she delves into the complexities of the 'dupe economy' and its profound impact on creators and the environment. In this insightful episode, YouTube fitness sensation Cassey Ho, famously known as Blogilates, shares her firsthand experience battling countless copycats who replicate her popular athletic wear designs. Discover her fight for intellectual property rights and the challenges faced by independent designers in a rapidly evolving market.

The conversation then shifts to the pressing issue of waste in the fashion industry. Mia presents an audio diary from her visit to Fabscrap, a Brooklyn-based textile recycling facility, highlighting their crucial work in diverting fabric and materials from landfills. Learn how individuals and organizations are striving for sustainable solutions within an inherently wasteful industry.

Finally, Victoria Song drops in to tackle a listener's burning question: How can we turn the futuristic 'Clueless closet' into a modern-day reality? Tune in for an engaging discussion on creativity, consumerism, and the future of fashion.