The Influence Community

Hosted by Danielle Glanz & Allysa Larson

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The Influence Community is a weekly podcast hosted by two fashion influencers and passionate entrepreneurs, Danielle Glanz and Allysa Larson. This podcast aims to create more transparency in the world of social media influencers and blogging, spill industry secrets, give listeners their best tips, tricks and advice about everything in between. and so much more. Welcome to the community! Danielle's Instagram: @shestyledwhat Allysa's Instagram: @allysa.larson Podcast Instagram: @theinfluencecommunity

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1 hr 25 min

Ep 212. Stop chasing trends, building a brand that actually lasts, fall fashion report, creator advice + more!

This month, we’re recapping August and talking about something we’ve both been feeling lately: are we all a little too obsessed with trends, virality, and being told what to post? We're getting into the rise of social media "experts", the importance of creating content that feels like you, our current IG + Tiktok thoughts, what creators should focus on right now, fall fashion, community Q&As and MORE <3 Danielle's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shestyledwhat/ Danielle's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@danielleshanes Allysa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allysa.larson Allysa's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allysa.larson Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

1 hr 19 min

Ep 211. Instagram’s wild new features, expensive sh*t worth it, building confidence as a creator + more!

In this episode, we're catching up on everything that happened in July—from personal life updates and recent travels to all of the biggest Instagram and TikTok updates creators need to know. We're sharing our favorite trends of the month, the social media features we're actually excited about (and a few we're not), along with content creation tips that are helping us grow right now. Youtube video version: Danielle's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shestyledwhat/ Danielle's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@danielleshanes Allysa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allysa.larson Allysa's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allysa.larson In this episode: Our July recap + life updates Travel, home, and personal milestones The "Influences of the Month" trend Expensive purchases that were actually worth it Instagram's newest features (Series, carousel reordering & more) TikTok updates and why it's still the best platform for organic reach Content creation tips we're using right now AI tools for brainstorming viral hooks Building confidence on camera and overcoming self-doubt social media trends, Instagram updates, TikTok tips, content creation, influencer marketing, Instagram features, TikTok growth, AI for creators, social media strategy, content creator podcast, influencer tips, confidence, Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

1 hr 29 min

Ep 210. WE'RE SO BACK!!! where we've been, motherhood, what's actually working on social media in 2026, what's new on Instagram + Tiktok and MORE

WE ARE SO BACK and we missed you!!!! After six months away, we're catching up on life updates, motherhood, and the current social media updates with Instagram + Tiktok. In this episode, we're diving into real-time posting vs. batching content, the shift toward authenticity over perfection, trial reels, summer fashion trends, and how we're balancing content creation with everyday life. Plus: monthly favorites, reliable beauty products, and a community Q&A on where social media is headed next. Youtube video version: https://youtu.be/qdisVBmQaOg Danielle's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shestyledwhat/ Danielle's Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@danielleshanes Allysa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allysa.larson/ Allysa's Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allysa.larson In this episode: Life updates + our motherhood journey Why we're back (and what's next for the podcast) Travel adventures + upcoming trips Real-time posting vs. batching content Trial reels, summer fashion, and trend shifts Monthly favorites + go-to beauty products Community Q&A on the evolving world of social media social media trends, content creation, motherhood, influencer tips, authenticity, Instagram reels, travel, podcast comeback, content strategy, fashion trends Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

1 hr 22 min

Ep 209. Last Q&A of 2025!!

Our last Q&A of 2025!!! We love you thank you so much for listening this year <3 See you next year! Xoxoxo Danielle's Instagram: @shestyledwhat Allysa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allysa.larson?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

1 hr 7 min

Ep 208. Winter favorites + winter trends

In this episode, we're talking about our winter favorites and favorite winter trends <3 Danielle's Instagram: @shestyledwhat Allysa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allysa.larson?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Podcast Instagram: @theinfluencecommunity Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

53 min

Ep 207. Q4 planning + holiday campaign strategy for content creators

Tis the season!! This can be a busy time of year for content creators with campaigns and content creation In this episode, we're talking about Q4 planning and holiday campaigns as content creators and how we're handling them and strategizing for the rest of the year. Danielle's Instagram: @shestyledwhat Allysa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allysa.larson?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Podcast Instagram: @theinfluencecommunity Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

58 min

Ep 206. Part two: Creator icks + how to solve them

Part 2 of our biggest creator icks + how we solve them! In this episode, we're talking about algorithms changing, tying your self worth to numbers, the guilt of taking a break, creators who don't support back and more! Danielle's Instagram: @shestyledwhat Allysa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allysa.larson?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Podcast Instagram: @theinfluencecommunity Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

59 min

Ep 205. Creator icks: Biggest pet peeves + how to solve them pt. 1

Let's rant for a sec - here is part one of our creator icks and then how we solve them. Things like going viral with a demographic that you don't want, copying in the industry, brands taking advantage of you, and more! Danielle's Instagram: @shestyledwhat Allysa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allysa.larson?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Podcast Instagram: @theinfluencecommunity Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

1 hr 10 min

Ep 204. Hannah Huante, Creator, Podcaster + Entrepreneur: Finding authenticity as a creator, balancing mental health, building a brand with purpose, creating from passion + more!

This week we’re joined by Hannah Huante—entrepreneur and creator—to talk about the power of authenticity in content creation. Hannah opens up about her journey from struggling with mental health to building her brand rooted in purpose and balance. We dive into influencer culture, the mindset shifts that helped her grow personally and professionally, what it takes to stay grounded while growing a business, the art of letting go of control, and so much more. If you’ve ever felt burnout or questioned what being “authentic” online really means, this episode is for you!! Hannah's Instagram: @howhanseesit Hannah's podcast: @howiseeitpod Hannah's agency: @unapologeticstrategies Danielle's IG: @shestyledwhat Allysa's IG: @allysa.larson The Influence Community IG: @theinfluencecommunity Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

1 hr 22 min

Ep 203. Q&A!: UGC, ad performance, how to make it in the industry, content strategy + more!

In this episode, we’re answering your questions all about the creator journey. From planning content while traveling to connecting with other influencers and landing brand deals. We dive into UGC retainers, pitching brands after hitting 10K, what to do when an ad flops, what really separates those who make it in this industry, and more! Danielle's Instagram: @shestyledwhat Allysa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allysa.larson?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Podcast Instagram: @theinfluencecommunity Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy