I’m super buzzed to bring you the very first edition of Showcasing The Young Guns of Hair, a series dedicated to putting the spotlight on hairdressings most exciting and innovative rising stars. Joining me for this edition is Frazer Wallace of Seanhanna Salons, London, a hairstylist steadily climbing his way up the industry ladder, seeing him become a key member of the Seanhanna Creative team and most recently nominated as a Newcomer of the Year finalist at the prestigious British Hairdressing …
Planning education that’s inspiring, relevant and engaging is crucial to developing stylists skills, but there’s a big major shift currently happening within the hair industry.. Joining me in this episode is the head of global education for ghd Jo Robertson. With more than 25 years of experience as a salon owner, plus her experience as a key member of the ghd styling team at ghd campaign shoots and fashion week, Jo knows precisely how to adapt to this emerging shift. Today, …
I’m thrilled to welcome Zoe Irwin onto the podcast to talk about her career as Creative Ambassador for GHD, along with being one of the leading ladies of session styling. In this episode, Zoe’s offers up her advice on how continual studying in fashion journalism and trend forecasting has been vital in helping her to grow and develop a varied and unbelievably exciting career in hairdressing. Zoe has worked with many of the world’s top brands, magazines and hairdressing businesses. With …
Icon, legend, innovator. These are just a few of the words that describes today’s very special guest, and that’s why I’m beyond thrilled to welcome onto the show one of hairdressings greatest ever names: Trevor Sorbie. Trevor Sorbie’s name is synonymous with pioneering hairdressing throughout the industry and around the world. From barbershop to Buckingham Palace to collect his MBE, he is the hair stylist who has won more awards than any other. Having worked with Vidal Sassoon himself, he in …
This week, I’m delighted to welcome my very first overseas guest– leading Australian hair manipulator Shaun McGrath Wiggery– to learn about the epic wig work that he creates using recyclable waste. Quite simply, Shaun creates jaw-dropping avant-garde innovations. He blurs the line between hairdressing, instillation and sculptural, and is making a stir in the worlds of fashion, art, and of course, hair. The growing focus for Shaun is in sustainable hair work, taking recycled waste from the salon floor to aid …
Today’s episode stars an Irish barbering legend! Joining me is Johnny (The BaBa) Shanahan – founder of Barber Barber UK. Barber Barber is the fastest growing retail brand in the United Kingdom, and today Johnny will be sharing his barbering journey to this and beyond. From the age of 13, Jonny knew the Barbershop was the place for him. Motivated by the support of his Grandfather, the love of the barbershop quickly took over his life, learning the tricks of the …
Sometimes, in our lives we find our true purpose, our true journey to something greater. Well, today’s guest has truly found his: He’s founded the totally awesome The Lions Barber Collective, and is here today to share with us the inspirational story behind it. Tom Chapman is a leading barber, salon owner and founder of The Lions Barber Collective – an international collection of top barbers which have come together to help raise awareness for the prevention of suicide. Started in …
Barbering is massive right now. But how do you make it massive in it? As our shows very first barbering guru, I’ve invited the brilliant Kevin Luchmun here today to give you inspiration on how you can hustle your way to success in barbering and mens hairdressing. An award-winning self taught barber and photographer, Kevin knows exactly on what it takes to get to the top of the barbering industry. In today’s episode you’ll hear his stories to becoming a former …
I’ve always been big on discovering new hair talent and showcasing them to the hairdressing industry. In today’s episode I’m joined by Casey Coleman, a hairstylist who back in 2013 was identified by myself at HairClubLive for being a rising star of British hairdressing. I’m a big fan of Casey and his passion for competitions, creative collaborations and colour. Now part of the Joico European Colour Design team and heading up colour education at Ocean Hairdressing, South Wales, I’m buzzing to …
I’m continually amazed by the creativity and vision shown by our industry, and this weeks guest is no exception. Here today is multi-award winning hair stylist Mark Woolley, the founder, international creative director and driving force behind the exclusive British cool brand, Electric. One of the most respected figures within the hairdressing industry, Mark has grown the Electric hair brand to encompass six bespoke salons throughout the UK, a professional award winning product range, the Electric Studio and the Electric Education …