Summary of "Behind Hailey Bieber’s Vogue Cover | PLUS The Best Films at Cannes So Far"
The Run-Through with Vogue
Release Date: May 20, 2025

1. Introduction to Hailey Bieber’s Vogue Cover

The episode opens with host Chloe Mal introducing the latest summer issue of Vogue, featuring Hailey Bieber as the cover star. Chloe is joined by Vogue’s deputy editor, Taylor Antrim, and British Vogue’s film and culture editor, Radhika Seth, alongside writer Alessandra Codena.

• Chloe Mal [00:36]: "Our new Vogue cover just dropped. It is the summer issue, and the COVID star is the OG Clean Girl, Hailey Bieber herself."
• Taylor Antrim [00:50]: "I love working with Alessandra, and it was super great to have her on the show to talk about this story."

2. Behind the Scenes of the Cover Story

Taylor Antrim delves into the collaborative process behind Hailey Bieber’s Vogue cover, highlighting the intricate backstory and the dynamic teamwork with Alessandra Codena.

• Taylor Antrim [00:50]: "There was a lot of backstory, a lot of, you know, medium levels of intrigue, I would say."
• Chloe Mal [00:50]: "I think Taylor's initial question to Alessandra was subject line, are you a Belieber?"

3. Cannes Film Festival Highlights

The conversation shifts to the Cannes Film Festival, where Radhika Seth provides live updates from the event. The team discusses notable films and trends emerging from the festival.

a. Notable Films at Cannes

• "Sound of Falling" by Masha Schlinsky

  • Alessandra Codena [03:42]: "I feel like the film that's screened so far and I feel like has might come closest to getting the Palm so far, is this film called Sound of Falling by Masha Schlinsky."
  • Taylor Antrim [04:13]: "I feel like it's all very poetic. It's sort of Robert Frost meaningless."

• Jennifer Lawrence’s Latest Film

  • Alessandra Codena [05:34]: "The reviews have been amazing, but I was less convinced by it."
  • Chloe Mal [05:34]: "As we keep saying, the moms are not okay in movies these days, are they?"

• "Eddington" by Ari Aster

  • Alessandra Codena [08:12]: "It's set in New Mexico in a fictional small town during May 2020. Joaquin Phoenix is a small town sheriff who does not believe in face masks..."

• "Splitsville" by Dakota Johnson

  • Alessandra Codena [09:58]: "It's a four. It's like two different couples who are friends and this sort of love square unfolds within them, and it's really, really fun."

• Richard Linklater’s "Nouvelle Vague"

  • Alessandra Codena [10:27]: "It's about the making of Breathless, the Jean Luc Godard film. If you love the French New Wave, you'll really enjoy it."

• Spike Lee’s "Highest to Lowest"

  • Alessandra Codena [11:23]: "It's his reunion with Denzel Washington, and Denzel's first time at Cannes."

b. Film Recommendations

The hosts provide personal recommendations and share excitement for upcoming premieres:

• Alessandra Codena [12:06]: "I'm going to the premiere of Highest to Lowest and straight into Alpha by Julie Ducourneau afterwards."
• Taylor Antrim [12:12]: "We should have talked to you tomorrow. I want to find out all about those movies."

4. Fashion Highlights from Cannes

The team shifts focus to the fashion on the red carpet at Cannes, highlighting standout looks and celebrating individual styles.

a. Favorite Red Carpet Moments

• Irina Shayk’s Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Dress

• Amal Clooney’s Dior by Galliano Taffeta Number

• Rooney Mara’s 1956 Givenchy Couture Dress

  • Chloe Mal [13:45]: "Natalie Portman did it last year with the Junon dress by Dior. She did another recreation of a 1950s Dior haute couture dress."

b. Queens of Cannes

The hosts nominate their "Queen of Cannes," celebrating consistent style icons:

• Jeremy [15:21]: "He never misses. He looks so comfortable."
• Alexander Skarsgard [15:48]: "He has been styled by Harry Lambert in the most amazing wackadoodle looks. I really respect and embrace him for dressing like this."

c. Notable Style Highlights

• Kristen Stewart’s Chanel Looks
  • Alessandra Codena [14:05]: "She was wearing like a little Chanel suit, but it was sort of unbuttoned with shorts and transparency."
• Isabelle Huppert’s Balenciaga Denim Dress
  • Alessandra Codena [14:51]: "She was wearing a very bright, highlighter yellow fringe dress on the red carpet."

5. In-Depth Interview: Alessandra Codena on Hailey Bieber

A significant portion of the episode features an in-depth interview with Alessandra Codena, focusing on Hailey Bieber’s personal and public life, her Vogue cover story, and the challenges Hailey faces in the spotlight.

a. Alessandra’s Relationship with Hailey Bieber

Alessandra shares her initial perceptions and evolving understanding of Hailey Bieber, transitioning from a tabloid subject to a respected individual with personal struggles.

• Alessandra Codena [19:46]: "I was really curious about that too. And I talked to her about that too because I was kind of like, what's the deal with the food stuff?"

b. Challenges of the Cover Story

The discussion touches on the difficulties of portraying Hailey authentically amidst public scrutiny and negative online narratives.

• Radhika Seth [23:00]: "She's more public than he is now, so she's less able to do that than he can."

c. Hailey’s Personal Struggles and Resilience

Alessandra provides insight into Hailey’s health challenges, including a mini-stroke and postpartum depression, highlighting her openness and resilience.

• Radhika Seth [24:18]: "She really has not had an easy run of it in terms of medical stuff either. Like, she's had a really scary, very medical thing."

d. Hailey’s RHODE Brand and Influence

The conversation delves into Hailey’s beauty brand, RHODE, and its impact on her relationship with Justin Bieber and her public image.

• Chloe Mal [36:25]: "The roadification of young American women."

e. Video Content Featuring Hailey Bieber

The hosts discuss a satirical video created by Hailey for Vogue, which parodies the typical "What's in my bag?" format.

• Radhika Seth [38:01]: "She unpacks like 500 RHODE lip tints and then, like, 25 cell phones, which she's like, these are what I use to, like, comment and scheme."

6. Trend Forecasting and eBay Insights

The episode concludes with insights into current fashion trends, emphasizing the resurgence of 80s opulence and the role of vintage finds in modern trend forecasting.

• Radhika Seth [42:01]: "They have like very opulent, 80s style."

7. Closing Remarks

The hosts wrap up the episode by expressing excitement for Alessandra’s upcoming story and the continued coverage of both fashion and film at Cannes.

• Chloe Mal [45:02]: "Alessandra, we are so excited to have you on the show. I loved reading this article because...I was very happy to have the record set straight."

This episode offers a multifaceted exploration of Hailey Bieber’s prominent role in Vogue’s latest issue, an extensive review of standout films at Cannes, vivid descriptions of Cannes’ red carpet fashion, and a candid interview shedding light on Hailey Bieber’s personal journey and professional endeavors. The blend of film critique, fashion analysis, and personal storytelling provides listeners with a comprehensive look into the intersecting worlds of celebrity, media, and style.

Notable Quotes:

• Taylor Antrim [00:50]: "There was a lot of backstory, a lot of, you know, medium levels of intrigue."
• Alessandra Codena [05:34]: "It's very dramatic, it's very beautiful. But I don't know if there was a lot of substance there for the film."
• Radhika Seth [23:00]: "She's more public than he is now, so she's less able to do that than he can."
• Radhika Seth [38:01]: "She unpacks like 500 RHODE lip tints and then, like, 25 cell phones..."

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