Beyond the Runway: The Reality of Fashion & Modeling in Africa

Behind the glamorous photos, curated feeds, and polished runways lies another side of the fashion industry rarely discussed. In this episode, we explore the hidden realities of fashion and modeling in Tanzania and across Africa from exploitation, rejection, underpayment, and mental health struggles to identity, beauty standards, and the pressure of the industry. Are creatives truly being supported, or simply surviving through passion alone? Join our community:   / thruarchives     / thruarchives     / thruarchivespodcast   Connect with our host, Salim Dimack:   / salimdimack     / salimdimack     / salimdimack   For Inquiries: [email protected]

Reality Behind the Hype: Building Tech in Africa
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Reality Behind the Hype: Building Tech in Africa

15 Black-Owned Fashion Brands The Ultra-Rich Keep SECRET...
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15 Black-Owned Fashion Brands The Ultra-Rich Keep SECRET...

5 Highest Paid MODELS In The World 2025
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5 Highest Paid MODELS In The World 2025

MISS WORLD NIGERIA 2026 GRAND FINALE | LIVE from Balmoral Hall, Federal Palace Hotel Lagos
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MISS WORLD NIGERIA 2026 GRAND FINALE | LIVE from Balmoral Hall, Federal Palace Hotel Lagos

Creators Making Impact | Anacia Sessoms
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Creators Making Impact | Anacia Sessoms

I Visited the World's Most Hated Country
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I Visited the World's Most Hated Country

Trump Preps for 80th Birthday, Threatens to Hit Iran, Knicks Historic Win & Elon Musk Trillionaire!?
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Trump Preps for 80th Birthday, Threatens to Hit Iran, Knicks Historic Win & Elon Musk Trillionaire!?

How Model Adut Akech Spends a Day In Dubai | Model Diaries | British Vogue
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How Model Adut Akech Spends a Day In Dubai | Model Diaries | British Vogue

Über 40 Millionen folgen ihm: Was steckt hinter dem Hype um Noelgoescrazy? I 37 Grad
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Über 40 Millionen folgen ihm: Was steckt hinter dem Hype um Noelgoescrazy? I 37 Grad

My Golden Retriever Heals a Terrified Rescue Kitten in Just 3 Meetings!
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My Golden Retriever Heals a Terrified Rescue Kitten in Just 3 Meetings!

How Moroccan Model Rania Benchegra Gets Runway Ready | Diary of a Model | Vogue
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How Moroccan Model Rania Benchegra Gets Runway Ready | Diary of a Model | Vogue

Anok Yai Talks Career Beginnings, The Met Gala, and Karl Lagerfeld | All About Me | Harper's BAZAAR
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Anok Yai Talks Career Beginnings, The Met Gala, and Karl Lagerfeld | All About Me | Harper's BAZAAR

Listen and Feel the Peace | Tibetan Healing Sounds for Deep Meditation, Inner Peace & Soul Healing
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Listen and Feel the Peace | Tibetan Healing Sounds for Deep Meditation, Inner Peace & Soul Healing

The 10 Models Every Designer Wanted This Season | Fall 2026
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The 10 Models Every Designer Wanted This Season | Fall 2026

The Storytelling Formula That Makes You Unforgettable in Interviews | Aspire with Emma Grede
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The Storytelling Formula That Makes You Unforgettable in Interviews | Aspire with Emma Grede

AMVCA 2026 FASHION REVIEW (why was this better than the met gala??)
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AMVCA 2026 FASHION REVIEW (why was this better than the met gala??)

Augenärztin Hilla Lemon räumt mit den größten Augen-Mythen auf | Kölner Treff | WDR
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Augenärztin Hilla Lemon räumt mit den größten Augen-Mythen auf | Kölner Treff | WDR

Frequency Of God 963 Hz ✨ Attract Miracles, Divine Blessings & Deep Inner Peace In Your Life
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Frequency Of God 963 Hz ✨ Attract Miracles, Divine Blessings & Deep Inner Peace In Your Life

Vintage White Peonies Painting | Gold Frame TV Art | Art Screensaver for TV | 1 Scene - 2 Hrs
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Vintage White Peonies Painting | Gold Frame TV Art | Art Screensaver for TV | 1 Scene - 2 Hrs

48 Laws of Power For Women
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48 Laws of Power For Women