Listen "Redefining Her Roots: Prescilla Jean "PJ" Olay"
Episode Synopsis
Prescilla Jean "PJ" Olay is a Hollywood TV & Film Hairstylist, defies convention, emerging as an extraordinary individual despite her typical Catholic Filipino upbringing. Rebelling against her loving but strict religious parents, PJ endured constant moves due to immigration issues, even sharing a one-bedroom apartment with five family members. At seven, her parents made a sacrifice, returning to the Philippines so they could work in the US to save for a home, a move PJ embraced eagerly. The upheaval of Covid prompted PJ to reevaluate her roots, confronting and shedding her "whitewashed" views. She emphasizes the importance of discussing race and addressing internalized racism, alongside her stance on young children undergoing modifications. PJ's career transitioned from aspiring music songwriter to hairstyling, with pivotal opportunities working with stars like Jung Kook and Usher. Reflecting on the evolving beauty standards and cultural shifts, PJ discusses the significance of actors claiming Filipino heritage, and explores the journey of beauty evolution. 🎤ALL LINKS BELOW 🎧 YouTube: https://bit.ly/3g0qe2g Apple: https://apple.co/34KNRa2 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2S9eQJx RedCircle: https://bit.ly/3yZWX0m Instagram: https://bit.ly/2SW06Oc Facebook: https://bit.ly/3x0QLDP 🔻 Connect with PJ🔻 Website: https://beautyrevival.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pj.olay
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