Articles of Interest

Articles of Interest

Author: Avery Trufelman Language: English Episodes: 50
Avery Trufelman’s Articles of Interest digs into the often overlooked stories stitched into the fabric of our daily lives. This isn't just a fashion podcast in the conventional sense; it’s a deep, curious exploration of why we wear what we wear, treating clothing as a tangible record of culture, labor, identity, and even rebellion. Each episode feels like unfolding a carefully preserved garment from a trunk, revealing the hidden histories and complex meanings in everything from blue jeans and pockets to specific uniforms and forgotten trends. Trufelman’s approach is both personal and rigorously researched, blending narrative storytelling with insightful interviews. Listeners hear the rustle of taffeta and the hum of sewing machines, but also the voices of designers, historians, and everyday people, all piecing together how our wardrobe choices reflect deeper societal shifts. The series, nestled within the broader Arts and Beauty landscape, redefines these categories by arguing that what we put on our bodies is one of our most intimate forms of expression and communication. Tune in for a thoughtful, beautifully produced journey that will change the way you look at your own closet and the world walking past you on the street.
Episodes
The Philosophy Club: Chesterfield [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:21
The Philosophy club continues. This time, Derek Guy joins to talk about Lord Chesterfield's Letters to His Son. It's kind of a weird book! For links, and a special additional article from Derek, head to articlesofinteres…
Lace and Labor [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:43
Fear of automation, trad wives, and America First movements. None of this is new: it all happened in the history of knitting and crochet. For images, links and more, go to articlesofinterest.substack.com
The Philosophy Club: Mandeville [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:49
A new series, featuring Derek Guy. To hear full episodes without ads, become a paid subscriber at articlesofinterest.substack.com
The Princesses of China [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:55
China is the land of the future. So why is everyone dressing like 16th century princesses? Check out these amazing outfits at articlesofinterest.substack.om
Sizes [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:17
A peek into the life of a fit model: one of the stranger jobs in fashion. For images, details, and more head to articlesofinterest.substack.com
High Heels [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:00
High heels are no longer as high as they were twelve years ago. What happened? An analysis of a trend. For images and links, head to articlesofinterest.substack.com
Taxes and Tariffs [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:09
I promise, this has to do with clothes. As ever, resources and links at articlesofinterest.substack.com
Betty & Veronica [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:15
The Archie comic book characters became serious fashion icons, but it all happened through a series of accidents. For images, links, and the recording of the full live show, head to articlesofinterest.substack.com
The Great American Designer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:20
The USA is a young country, but our fashion design is even younger. Like who are the titans of American fashion design? It’s Donna Karan, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, Ralph Lauren...these designers who are all still ali…