Hairbrained Conversations

By Gerard ScarpaciBusiness Arts Fashion & Beauty Careers

Hairbrained Conversations episodes

July 10, 2022 Episode #253: Hairdressing Meets the Multiverse
The @randco Multiverse Tour—a traveling educational event inspired by art, fashion and music—recently came to Chicago for a sold out performance of powerful technical demonstrations and inspiration. This gave Gordon the unique opportunity to connect in-the-moment with an amazing array of guests about their passions, predictions and the power of showing up. Co-hosted by R+Co President Dan Langer, we catch up with Garren, Co-Founder/Collective Member; Jenny Cho, Collective Member and celebrity stylist; Adam Federico, Vice President of Technical Development in Education/Collective Member; Renée Valerie, Director of Color Education; and Alison Alhamed, Vice President of Community.
58 min
July 06, 2022 Episode #252: @Popular_Nobody, John Mosley
John Mosley is one of the industry's most well-known barbers/educators and @PaulMitchellPro Artistic Director. Recently named NAHA's Educator of the Year by PBA (@ProBeautyAssoc), John shares his take on this big recognition; where we are as professionals coming into our new semblance of work and life normalcy; plus his unique and well-informed point on the state of the larger industry, including diversity, inclusivity and representation.
1 hr 10 min
July 03, 2022 Episode #251: Amy Farid, Editorial/Session Stylist, Part 2
Part Two of our deep conversation with @bumblepro alumna Amy Farid, the renowned editorial and session stylist who traces many of her influences back to her time at NYC's House of Bumble salon. In this episode we dig into her journey of working with and learning from the likes of Michael Gordon and Laurent Philippon; the learnings that have propelled her forward; some truly great perspectives on our changing larger world; and a proactive view on the pandemic. Be sure to listen to Part 1 of our conversation in Episode #250.

51 min
June 29, 2022 REPLAY: Liliana Maggio, Film and TV Hairdresser - #207
Liliana Maggio (@liltresser) is a twice-Emmy-nominated hairdresser for film and television who shares her unique journey into the salon industry, including some surprising turns along the way. Recent film credits include the reboots of "Sex and the City" and Steven Spielberg's much-lauded take on the iconic "West Side Story." Liliana also shares a reality check on life as an on-set hairdresser as well as her best advice for those wanting to follow in her footsteps.
1 hr 2 min
June 26, 2022 Episode #250: Amy Farid, Editorial/Session Stylist, Part 1 of 2
@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 this deep conversation on July 3, 2022.
58 min
June 22, 2022 Episode #249 Naomi Dove, @AvedaArtists
@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.
1 hr 13 min
June 19, 2022 Episode #248: Adam Livermore, @OribePro
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.
1 hr 15 min
June 15, 2022 Episode #247: Kevin Hughes, @Morocccanoil Global Artistic Director
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.
1 hr 2 min
June 12, 2022 Episode #246: Harriet Stokes, @LorealPro
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.
54 min
June 08, 2022 Episode #245: Antony Whitaker, @GrowMySalonBusiness
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.
53 min

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A weekly podcast that takes a deep dive into the minds of some of the most talented artists, educators, influencers, and leaders in the professional salon industry. Hosted by Gerard Scarpaci,…