@TheRealAmyFarid is a renowned editorial and session stylist who traces many of her influences as a professional back to her time as an @BumblePro apprentice at NYC’s House of Bumble salon. In this episode, we talk about Amy's early days as a self-described queer kid of Native American heritage who fell in love with hair while growing up in small-town Kansas. She shares her truly unique experiences as a teenager, which became the foundation for a soon-to-be very big career. Join us for Part 2 of...
Jun 26, 2022•57 min
@AvedaItGirl Naomi Dove shares her one-of-a-kind, transformative personal and professional journey in search of (and which led to) her "Stage of Great Magnitude." Along the way, Naomi found Aveda—and, in time, @Aveda found Naomi. The rest, as they say, is HERstory. Listen in to hear part one of our two-part conversation with the @AvedaItGirl. boosts#toggleFormOnEscOrEnter" data-boosts-adding-class="boosts--adding" data-boosts-deleting-class="boost--deleting">...
Jun 22, 2022•1 hr 12 min
Global Oribe Artist and Educator @Adam_Livermore joins Gordon for a very special episode focused on Pride Month and its larger meaning for the LGBTQAI+ community and our industry. We also dig into the story behind Adam's rise to prominence as a session, editorial and celebrity stylist, his thoughts around staying inspired throughout the pandemic - and the impact of Oribe Canales, the iconic and bigger-than-life hairdresser, on Adam's career. boosts#toggleFormOnEscOrEnter" data-boosts-adding-clas...
Jun 19, 2022•1 hr 14 min
Kevin Hughes (@hairbyeleven) is a session/celebrity stylist who joined @moroccanoilpro as Artistic Director 11 years ago and hasn’t looked back since. Growing up with 11 siblings, Kevin discovered his passion for hair early in life—and fixed family member haircuts in his spare time! That passion has served Kevin well as he worked his way up through the industry, from behind the chair to salon ownership followed by a move to L.A. that quickly led to work with celebrities and more.
Jun 15, 2022•1 hr 2 min
An award-winning London-based color specialist, @Harriet_Stokes has an affinity for education and is cofounder of the @HumanKindHair education platform. The L’Oréal Professionnel guest artist shares her tremendous passion for the craft in the latest Run Le Hair Show episode, L'Oréal Pro's groundbreaking YouTube series. We dig into all of this and much more in this week’s episode.
Jun 12, 2022•54 min
Passionate business educator, coach and author Antony Whitaker joins Gordon for a post-pandemic update on business trends, opportunities and more. The founder of @GrowMySalonBusiness and frequent guest on the podcast, Antony always provides a wealth of valuable best practice insights. To hear more of these insightful conversations, be sure to check out episodes #13, #81, and #173.
Jun 08, 2022•52 min
With 30 years of professional beauty industry experience to his credit, Davines North America CEO Alejandro López has a real passion for salons, professionals and the difference that our industry makes in the world. We dig into the story behind his journey to Davines, and how his passion for the brand's unique culture, values and vision inspire him for what lies ahead.
Jun 05, 2022•1 hr 3 min
SalonCentric #ItTakesAProTeam artists Christopher Aaron (@ChristopherAaronStudio) and Daniel Mason-Jones (@DanielMasonJones) join Gordon to share their personal and professional experiences as members of the LGBTQ+ community, and what it means for our larger industry. We get up close and personal with Daniel and Christopher to discuss "growing up gay;" what Pride means to them personally; the power of inclusivity, empathy and representation; and how we all can be allies and better support the LG...
Jun 01, 2022•1 hr 7 min
@Neill President @EdwinNeill shares much of the story behind this iconic family business that over time has grown to be involved in all aspects of our industry. Today, the largest @Aveda distributor in the world is also home to @LoveParisParker Salons and Spas, @AvedaArts and Sciences Institutes in 10 states, @ParkerBarber Shops, @Vomor hair extensions, and the highly respected @ SeriousBusiness conference. As chairperson of the Louisiana State Board of Cosmetology with a unique perspective, Edw...
May 29, 2022•1 hr 5 min
Colorist, salon owner, educator and Artistic Director of Color for John Paul Mitchell Systems, Colin Caruso (@colincarouso) is back for another inspired conversation, sharing career and business insights plus a look into the inspiration behind his new video series, Paul Mitchell Style Trip. Note: Recorded pre-pandemic.
May 25, 2022•1 hr 5 min
A pioneer of salon suites, @LoveEricTaylor shares the story behind his 20-plus year journey in the professional salon industry. From his earliest days in Dallas as an unpaid assistant to the owner of one of the first salon suite organizations in the U.S. (followed by his move to Los Angeles to launch what would become @SalonRepublic), Eric shares the many lessons and insights learned along the way. We also talk about his new role as Chairman of the Professional Beauty Federation of California, a...
May 22, 2022•1 hr 8 min
Aveda Global Artistic Director of Haircutting Ricardo Dinis (@ricardodinis) shares some of the great lessons learned over the course of his fascinating career journey. Gordon calls this one 'an instant favorite and a must-listen-to episode'. Note: Recorded pre-pandemic.
May 18, 2022•1 hr 13 min
@AmikaPro's Chelsea Riggs (@chelseamriggs) is back for a deep conversation about authenticity; sustainability and diversity; equity and inclusion; and how we can all be better prepared to leverage the power of professional salons to make a difference in the world. A follow up to Chelsea's record-breaking first appearance (Episode #215 is our # 1 most downloaded episode ever), this all-new conversation is sure to inform and inspire!
May 15, 2022•1 hr 6 min
Barbers Sofie Pok and Schorem's Rob Rietveld (along with a passionate live audience in NYC) join Gordon for a brilliant conversation on the changing landscape of barbering/men's grooming, social media and so much more. Note: Recorded pre-pandemic.
May 11, 2022•1 hr 3 min
@Martyn_Wady, International Business Development Manager for @DenmanPro, shares his career and life story along with lessons learned from working for decades behind the chair before joining one of the industry's most iconic tool companies. The #crafthairdresser—who is likewise an educator, author, co-founder of the agency Five Point Alliance and a passionate environmentalist—also reveals Denman's latest exciting innovations and opportunities.
May 08, 2022•1 hr 7 min
One of the industry’s most recognizable faces -and voices, Charlie Price is known for his artistry, practical salon focused education and fun, irreverent style of presenting. The award-winning artist and one-time villain on Bravo TV’s Shear Genius joins Gordon for a fun, far-ranging and smart conversation.
May 04, 2022•1 hr 6 min
Charli Boell (@ShrunknHeads) is a passionate #crafthairdresser, barber and brand ambassador who, in the midst of the pandemic, came out publicly as a trans woman. Charli quickly became a role model for many who felt marginalized and not seen as who they really are. Charli shares the story behind her journey from a young person who sat uncomfortably in the barber chair (quietly not wanting a traditional boy's haircut), to decades later discovering her true self, in time opening up to share her la...
May 01, 2022•1 hr 2 min
#Crafthairdresser Jude Viola joins us for an introspective conversation about her career and life journey - one that has taken her from getting a college degree in banking to being inspired 'by a pixie cut' to start her career in hairdressing. Gordon call this one "an instant favorite episode".
Apr 27, 2022•1 hr 8 min
@ElenaLavagni is co-owner of London based Neville Salon and acts as “service provider” (which translates into staff and management resource) for the world's one and only Amazon Salon. Although Amazon's launch of a salon was the source of great controversy for many, Elena makes a strong case for proactive evolution of how salons think about business and technology to remain competitive in a fast-changing world – and shares learnings from her experience working with Amazon as well as with her own ...
Apr 24, 2022•1 hr 2 min
Renowned globetrotting updo and long hair artist/educator Sharon Blain (@SharonBlainEducation) shares the story behind her iconic career as well as great advice on becoming a successful educator, working professional and more. Note: Recorded pre-pandemic.
Apr 20, 2022•1 hr 5 min
Renowned L'Oréal Professionnel educator and master balayage artist Jack Howard used the pandemic as an inspiration to openly share his unique insights and approach to balayage—and in the process grew his Instagram following from 50,000 to 238,000. Not one to stop there, Jack works at D.C.'s Izzy Salon, hosts the monthly JackHowardColor podcast, educates online and in real time for L'Oréal Professionnel, regularly produces programs for his growing digital education platform, and takes time every ...
Apr 17, 2022•1 hr 7 min
#Crafthairdresser and independent educator @IraPopeSage shares the unique story behind his journey into hairdressing and how a chance meeting with @paulmitchellpro's Robert Cromeans and team literally changed his life. We talk about Ira's perspective as both a long-working hairdresser and educator as well as taking a dive into the future of hairdressing—including why both Ira and Gordon see robots very much in the future of salons.
Apr 10, 2022•1 hr 4 min
Renowned L'Oréal Professionnel Artist, educator, salon owner and balayage guru Nancy Braun shares her truly unique career journey, plus insights into creating success as a colorist as well as a business owner. Note: Recorded pre-pandemic.
Apr 06, 2022•1 hr 7 min
@IanMichaelBlack is an iconic artist, educator, and the @aveda Global Artistic Director of Hair Color. Ian shares what’s new in his world professionally as he gets back out on the road, and does a deep dive into the larger world of Aveda—including a discussion of Aveda’s latest innovations in hair color.
Apr 03, 2022•57 min
Salon owner, working hairdresser, celebrity stylist and entrepreneurial spirit Janine Jarman shares the story behind her brilliant rise to success, best advice for creating your own and much more.
Mar 30, 2022•1 hr 10 min
@DanielMasonJones is a craft hairdresser, master colorist, salon and spa owner, renowned educator and business coach. The @LorealPro and @SalonCentric Ambassador joins Gordon for an impromptu conversation that digs into the topic some are calling "fake pro beauty news"—the sometimes viral-like opinions being positioned as best practices or trends for salons and professionals, but which often fall apart under closer scrutiny. This episode is sure to provoke opinions and perhaps inspire new ways o...
Mar 27, 2022•1 hr 4 min
Aveda North American Artistic Team member, #crafthairdresser, DJ and founder/Creative Director of @elevatehair, @TatumNeill talks social media, content creation and the intersection of his passion for music and hair. Note: Recorded pre-pandemic.
Mar 23, 2022•1 hr 3 min
In celebration of reaching the big milestone of 1 million podcast downloads, we reached out to 10 iconic professionals (and past guests!) for some big ideas for all to consider as we move more squarely into our next version of "normal." Big thanks to our special guests: Antoinette Beenders, Daniel Mason-Jones, Garren, James Pecis, Janine Jarman, Naeemah LaFond, Nina Kovner, Robert and Mary Croemans, and Sam Villa.
Mar 20, 2022•1 hr 4 min
@Andrewdoeshair is a globally recognized men’s groomer, educator, author of @ADHbook (on Instagram). He is the co-founder of the recently launched thehairjam.com eLearning platform. Perhaps Gordon’s favorite #crafthairdresser ‘iconoclast’, Andrew is a longtime Hb community member....
Mar 16, 2022•1 hr 6 min
JPMS CEO Michaeline DeJoria and President Jason Yates join us for a deep conversation that digs into their unique and collaborative styles as leaders of one of the world's most iconic haircare brands. We discuss their career journeys, the importance of clear values, vision, life balance, and their shared passions for and commitment to the professional salon industry and hairdressers.
Mar 13, 2022•1 hr 6 min
