Fool Coverage with Manny MUA and Laura Lee

Episode: Unfiltered w/ Yasmine beautybird!
Date: October 24, 2025
Guest: Yasmine (BeautyBird)
Host: PodcastOne

Episode Overview

The "Fool Coverage" squad reunites with OG beauty influencer and lifestyle creator Yasmine, known as BeautyBird, for an unfiltered, heartfelt, and often hilarious catch-up. Spanning topics from motherhood and marathon training to navigating the evolving social media landscape and profound personal loss, the conversation features deep reflections and signature "full fam" banter. Yasmine opens up about her unique journey as a Latina creator, her advice for surviving internet drama, and her latest ventures. The underlying theme centers on resilience—living fully despite challenges, and appreciating every moment (and every Biscoff-topped pazookie).

Key Discussion Points & Moments

1. Decade of Friendship and Beauty Influencer Nostalgia

[01:23–04:00]

Laura and Manny share their long history with Yasmine: “We were texting about thumbnails 11 years ago!” — Manny [02:20]
Recalling the early YouTube beauty community and Instagram beginnings.
“We all, like, knew. We were like, we're gonna make it happen, you know?” — Laura [03:16]
The trio reflects on their journey from aspiring creators to established business owners.
Manny highlights Yasmine’s role as a “mom with two angels,” drawing parallels with previous guest Aspen.

2. Motherhood, Birth Stories & Breaking the Glamour Myth

[04:00–13:32]

Yasmine describes her traumatic birth experiences and why she felt “fulfilled” with two kids:
- “I did want more kids...after the traumatic births…I don't ever want to go through that. We're good.” — Yasmine [04:05]
Details on the near-identical birthdays of her daughters and the odd coincidence behind their timing.
In-depth account of her attempt for a VBAC, resulting in discovery of a rare condition:
- “My uterus, instead of wanting to give birth, it wants to trap the baby...wants to kill it.” — Yasmine [08:52]
Honest discussion on C-section recovery, postpartum realities, and support systems.
“People tried to glamorize every pregnancy—[but] it's not magical for everyone.” — Laura [11:38]
“I was legit mad—why didn't anybody tell me this?” — Yasmine [11:59]
All agree on the need for less filtered, more candid dialogue around pregnancy.

3. Running, Training, and Mental Strength

[13:32–26:39]

Yasmine shares her “peak”: a new personal record in her half-marathon [13:51].
The trio discusses running as therapy, the intimidation factor, and breaking down marathon training:
- “Honestly, anybody can do it…with training.” — Yasmine [15:54]
- “The first mile is always the hardest for me. Is it the same for you?”—Manny [16:07]
- “Yeah, it never gets old.” — Yasmine [16:21]
Yasmine’s advice on training: fewer runs per week, slow & steady wins the race (“Zone 2 is your best friend” [19:50]).
Differences between casual runs and major marathons, lottery entry systems, and the mental battle of long-distance running.
Manny: “Running is one of the only exercises that attacks visceral fat” [28:52].
Hilarious riffing on internet comments: “All they tell me online is that running makes you ugly…Can I have any level of joy without you telling me I’m gonna end up ugly?” — Manny [28:15]

4. Social Media Evolution & The Realities of Creator Life

[32:09–36:39]

Reminiscing about being early YouTubers: “We literally met everybody just through social media.” — Yasmine [32:57]
Pressures of keeping up with changing platforms—YouTube, Instagram, Stories, Reels, TikTok—and the shift from daily video uploads to juggling content on all platforms.
“Now you’re stretched so thin across every platform...no app gets all of you—just mini versions in a weird way.” — Laura [35:23]
Their “pinch me” moments:
- Receiving first PR packages (“Back in 2012, that was huge!” — Yasmine [36:42]),
- Collaborating with major brands like Sigma,
- Sitting on panels at Google HQ representing diversity in beauty [37:50].
Reflection on being pioneers for Latina, LGBTQ+, and diverse representation in the industry:
- “I remember I did say: we’re not a trend—we’re here to stay.” — Yasmine [40:10]

5. Pet Peeves, Internet Trends & Drama Management

[40:18–45:26]

Least favorite beauty trends:
- Laura: “Purposefully being cringe for reactions. Sorry. I hate it...like, over a lip gloss?” [40:47]
- Manny and Yasmine joke about “spirit fingers under the chin” and product-tapping habits [42:13].
Yasmine recounts minor drama with a fellow creator over PR packages, handling it privately:
- “We just saw each other, talked about it, and figured out the miscommunication.” [44:00]
During her only major drama, Laura’s advice helped Yasmine keep perspective:
- “In the moment, it feels like all eyes are on you...but in reality, nobody knows and nobody cares.” — Laura [44:46]
- “If you don’t speak on it, it will pass so fast.” — Manny [45:13]
All agree: Disengage from drama, don’t amplify it, stay focused.

6. Creator Burnout, The Real Feelings Behind Success

[46:16–48:20]

Real talk: The industry is competitive, friendships are complex, “not everyone will like you,” and creators are expected to be besties (“That’s okay. We’re not all meant to be best friends,” — Manny [46:55]).
Yasmine shares her guiding philosophy:
- “To live ‘un día a la vez’ — one day at a time. Stop and smell the roses.” [48:20]
- “Like you mentioned, we had epic moments, but in the moment, you’re not taking it in.” [48:39]
The group echoes how quickly time flies—especially once you have children.

7. Yasmine’s Brand, New Projects, and Guilty Pleasures

[49:55–53:03]

Yasmine talks about her coffee line Casale: “I am a founder…there’s more to come!” [50:03]
Fun debate over favorite drinks and treats (matcha, Pepsi Zero, pazookies).
The group bonds over favorite Mexican dishes and regional food quirks, including Cali burritos, tacos from street vendors, and the magic of birria ramen.

8. Loss, Grieving, and the Privilege of Living

[56:00–69:47]

Yasmine opens up about losing her beloved Frenchie, Bella:
- “Having to make that decision to put her down wrecked me…I was literally crying nonstop for 24 hours.” [59:10]
All share experiences of grieving—losing pets, parents, or other loved ones—and the unpredictable, wave-like nature of grief.
- “It comes in waves. And it’s a very difficult thing.” — Laura [62:04]
- “Grieving is different for everybody, but I feel like it helps to talk about it.” — Manny [62:23]
Yasmine reflects on her husband processing the loss of his father years later, after becoming a parent.
The conversation centers on cherishing the ability to move, to create memories, and to experience life fully:
- “When the run feels like ‘I have to run’, say ‘I get to run’—it’s a privilege to move your body.” — Yasmine [67:46]
For families facing uncertainty (e.g., ICE raids), she urges listeners: “Stop worrying about the what ifs; enjoy the moment at the dinner table.” [69:38]

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

“You go for a smear, you walk out with a baby.” — Manny, joking about Yasmine’s OB-GYN visit [06:34]
“If I can do it, you guys can do it.” — Yasmine, on paving the way for Latina creators [38:52]
“Running makes you ugly—can I have any level of joy without you telling me I’ll end up ugly?” — Manny [28:15]
“Whenever you lose [a pet], your whole world truly shifts.” — Laura [63:40]
“To live ‘un día a la vez’.” — Yasmine [48:26]
“Stop worrying about the what ifs; enjoy that time with your family.” — Yasmine [69:38]
“When the run feels like, ‘I have to run,’ say, ‘I get to run.’” — Yasmine [67:46]

Timestamps for Key Segments

[01:23]—Show intro, friendship history, Yasmine’s background
[04:00]—Motherhood, birth stories, honest talk about C-sections
[13:32]—Running/marathon training, mental strategies, advice
[32:09]—Social media evolution, pinch-me moments, diversity in beauty
[40:18]—Least favorite beauty trends, creator quirks, drama stories
[46:16]—Creator burnout and realistic creator advice
[48:20]—Yasmine’s life credo and reflections on time
[49:55]—Yasmine’s brand, food and drink guilty pleasures
[56:00]—Grief, loss of pets and family, processing and advice
[67:41]—Living with intention and gratitude, closing thoughts

Tone & Takeaways

Lively, candid, and often raw, the episode switches seamlessly from laughs to vulnerable revelations. Every story underscores the importance of resilience, gratitude, and authenticity—reminding listeners (the “full fam”) that whether you’re braving a marathon or a social media storm, the key is to savor the journey and stay true to yourself.

Closing sentiment: Appreciate the present, speak your truth, and don’t let anyone steal your joy—or your tacos.

For more on Yasmine: Check out her YouTube, Instagram, and coffee line Casale (links below the episode).

Fool Coverage with Manny MUA and Laura Lee

Episode: Unfiltered w/ Yasmine beautybird!
Date: October 24, 2025
Guest: Yasmine (BeautyBird)
Host: PodcastOne

Episode Overview

Key Discussion Points & Moments

1. Decade of Friendship and Beauty Influencer Nostalgia

[01:23–04:00]

Laura and Manny share their long history with Yasmine: “We were texting about thumbnails 11 years ago!” — Manny [02:20]
Recalling the early YouTube beauty community and Instagram beginnings.
“We all, like, knew. We were like, we're gonna make it happen, you know?” — Laura [03:16]
The trio reflects on their journey from aspiring creators to established business owners.
Manny highlights Yasmine’s role as a “mom with two angels,” drawing parallels with previous guest Aspen.

2. Motherhood, Birth Stories & Breaking the Glamour Myth

[04:00–13:32]

Yasmine describes her traumatic birth experiences and why she felt “fulfilled” with two kids:
- “I did want more kids...after the traumatic births…I don't ever want to go through that. We're good.” — Yasmine [04:05]
Details on the near-identical birthdays of her daughters and the odd coincidence behind their timing.
In-depth account of her attempt for a VBAC, resulting in discovery of a rare condition:
- “My uterus, instead of wanting to give birth, it wants to trap the baby...wants to kill it.” — Yasmine [08:52]
Honest discussion on C-section recovery, postpartum realities, and support systems.
“People tried to glamorize every pregnancy—[but] it's not magical for everyone.” — Laura [11:38]
“I was legit mad—why didn't anybody tell me this?” — Yasmine [11:59]
All agree on the need for less filtered, more candid dialogue around pregnancy.

3. Running, Training, and Mental Strength

[13:32–26:39]

Yasmine shares her “peak”: a new personal record in her half-marathon [13:51].
The trio discusses running as therapy, the intimidation factor, and breaking down marathon training:
- “Honestly, anybody can do it…with training.” — Yasmine [15:54]
- “The first mile is always the hardest for me. Is it the same for you?”—Manny [16:07]
- “Yeah, it never gets old.” — Yasmine [16:21]
Yasmine’s advice on training: fewer runs per week, slow & steady wins the race (“Zone 2 is your best friend” [19:50]).
Differences between casual runs and major marathons, lottery entry systems, and the mental battle of long-distance running.
Manny: “Running is one of the only exercises that attacks visceral fat” [28:52].
Hilarious riffing on internet comments: “All they tell me online is that running makes you ugly…Can I have any level of joy without you telling me I’m gonna end up ugly?” — Manny [28:15]

4. Social Media Evolution & The Realities of Creator Life

[32:09–36:39]

Reminiscing about being early YouTubers: “We literally met everybody just through social media.” — Yasmine [32:57]
Pressures of keeping up with changing platforms—YouTube, Instagram, Stories, Reels, TikTok—and the shift from daily video uploads to juggling content on all platforms.
“Now you’re stretched so thin across every platform...no app gets all of you—just mini versions in a weird way.” — Laura [35:23]
Their “pinch me” moments:
- Receiving first PR packages (“Back in 2012, that was huge!” — Yasmine [36:42]),
- Collaborating with major brands like Sigma,
- Sitting on panels at Google HQ representing diversity in beauty [37:50].
Reflection on being pioneers for Latina, LGBTQ+, and diverse representation in the industry:
- “I remember I did say: we’re not a trend—we’re here to stay.” — Yasmine [40:10]

5. Pet Peeves, Internet Trends & Drama Management

[40:18–45:26]

Least favorite beauty trends:
- Laura: “Purposefully being cringe for reactions. Sorry. I hate it...like, over a lip gloss?” [40:47]
- Manny and Yasmine joke about “spirit fingers under the chin” and product-tapping habits [42:13].
Yasmine recounts minor drama with a fellow creator over PR packages, handling it privately:
- “We just saw each other, talked about it, and figured out the miscommunication.” [44:00]
During her only major drama, Laura’s advice helped Yasmine keep perspective:
- “In the moment, it feels like all eyes are on you...but in reality, nobody knows and nobody cares.” — Laura [44:46]
- “If you don’t speak on it, it will pass so fast.” — Manny [45:13]
All agree: Disengage from drama, don’t amplify it, stay focused.

6. Creator Burnout, The Real Feelings Behind Success

[46:16–48:20]

Real talk: The industry is competitive, friendships are complex, “not everyone will like you,” and creators are expected to be besties (“That’s okay. We’re not all meant to be best friends,” — Manny [46:55]).
Yasmine shares her guiding philosophy:
- “To live ‘un día a la vez’ — one day at a time. Stop and smell the roses.” [48:20]
- “Like you mentioned, we had epic moments, but in the moment, you’re not taking it in.” [48:39]
The group echoes how quickly time flies—especially once you have children.

7. Yasmine’s Brand, New Projects, and Guilty Pleasures

[49:55–53:03]

Yasmine talks about her coffee line Casale: “I am a founder…there’s more to come!” [50:03]
Fun debate over favorite drinks and treats (matcha, Pepsi Zero, pazookies).
The group bonds over favorite Mexican dishes and regional food quirks, including Cali burritos, tacos from street vendors, and the magic of birria ramen.

8. Loss, Grieving, and the Privilege of Living

[56:00–69:47]

Yasmine opens up about losing her beloved Frenchie, Bella:
- “Having to make that decision to put her down wrecked me…I was literally crying nonstop for 24 hours.” [59:10]
All share experiences of grieving—losing pets, parents, or other loved ones—and the unpredictable, wave-like nature of grief.
- “It comes in waves. And it’s a very difficult thing.” — Laura [62:04]
- “Grieving is different for everybody, but I feel like it helps to talk about it.” — Manny [62:23]
Yasmine reflects on her husband processing the loss of his father years later, after becoming a parent.
The conversation centers on cherishing the ability to move, to create memories, and to experience life fully:
- “When the run feels like ‘I have to run’, say ‘I get to run’—it’s a privilege to move your body.” — Yasmine [67:46]
For families facing uncertainty (e.g., ICE raids), she urges listeners: “Stop worrying about the what ifs; enjoy the moment at the dinner table.” [69:38]

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

“You go for a smear, you walk out with a baby.” — Manny, joking about Yasmine’s OB-GYN visit [06:34]
“If I can do it, you guys can do it.” — Yasmine, on paving the way for Latina creators [38:52]
“Running makes you ugly—can I have any level of joy without you telling me I’ll end up ugly?” — Manny [28:15]
“Whenever you lose [a pet], your whole world truly shifts.” — Laura [63:40]
“To live ‘un día a la vez’.” — Yasmine [48:26]
“Stop worrying about the what ifs; enjoy that time with your family.” — Yasmine [69:38]
“When the run feels like, ‘I have to run,’ say, ‘I get to run.’” — Yasmine [67:46]

Timestamps for Key Segments

[01:23]—Show intro, friendship history, Yasmine’s background
[04:00]—Motherhood, birth stories, honest talk about C-sections
[13:32]—Running/marathon training, mental strategies, advice
[32:09]—Social media evolution, pinch-me moments, diversity in beauty
[40:18]—Least favorite beauty trends, creator quirks, drama stories
[46:16]—Creator burnout and realistic creator advice
[48:20]—Yasmine’s life credo and reflections on time
[49:55]—Yasmine’s brand, food and drink guilty pleasures
[56:00]—Grief, loss of pets and family, processing and advice
[67:41]—Living with intention and gratitude, closing thoughts

Tone & Takeaways

Closing sentiment: Appreciate the present, speak your truth, and don’t let anyone steal your joy—or your tacos.

For more on Yasmine: Check out her YouTube, Instagram, and coffee line Casale (links below the episode).

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Summary

Fool Coverage with Manny MUA and Laura Lee

Episode Overview

Key Discussion Points & Moments

1. Decade of Friendship and Beauty Influencer Nostalgia

2. Motherhood, Birth Stories & Breaking the Glamour Myth

3. Running, Training, and Mental Strength

4. Social Media Evolution & The Realities of Creator Life

5. Pet Peeves, Internet Trends & Drama Management

6. Creator Burnout, The Real Feelings Behind Success

7. Yasmine’s Brand, New Projects, and Guilty Pleasures

8. Loss, Grieving, and the Privilege of Living

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

Timestamps for Key Segments

Tone & Takeaways

Summary

Fool Coverage with Manny MUA and Laura Lee

Episode Overview

Key Discussion Points & Moments

1. Decade of Friendship and Beauty Influencer Nostalgia

2. Motherhood, Birth Stories & Breaking the Glamour Myth

3. Running, Training, and Mental Strength

4. Social Media Evolution & The Realities of Creator Life

5. Pet Peeves, Internet Trends & Drama Management

6. Creator Burnout, The Real Feelings Behind Success

7. Yasmine’s Brand, New Projects, and Guilty Pleasures

8. Loss, Grieving, and the Privilege of Living

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

Timestamps for Key Segments

Tone & Takeaways