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On this episode fashion designer Valerie Mayen joins to talk about her experiences on Season 8 of Project Runway and Season 5 of Project Runway AllStars along with a glimpse into what the fashion industry is like behind the scenes, some inaccuracies and things people did not know PLUS some of the amazing things she's doing with her own company Yellowcake Shop!

From her reaction to fellow designer and Project Runway contestant Mondo Guerra disclosing on the show his battle with HIV, to her thoughts on Tim Gunn and the judges, and how helpful (or not) the show is as a designer, Valerie is open about everything. Of equal (if not more) importance are her thoughts on the harsh conditions of fashion workers and inequity in pay for many across the world.

To support Valerie's company follow instagram.com/yellowcakeshop or visit yellowcakeshop.com

This episode also includes the debut of a new segment "Here's to You" in which cheers is given to someone doing something positive anywhere, that should get some deserved praise and attention. Whether it's someone famous or someone right in your community or own home, positive actions should not go overlooked. To nominate someone email happyhoursteveguy@gmail.com or leave an audio message at anchor.fm/happyhoursteveguy and make sure to give a bit of detail on what the person has done! Follow Happy Hour with Steve Guy on social media as someone will be given praise each day there!

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