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On this episode of The Inspired Podcast, Ms Amber Red, Adrienne, Sasha, and our special guest Jeff Simon—owner of Novella Aesthetics—sit down for a real and inspiring conversation.

Jeff has been in the tattoo industry for over 12 years, specializing in realism tattooing, but his journey took a powerful turn when his sister was diagnosed with breast cancer. That moment inspired him to pivot into paramedical tattooing—helping clients with scar camouflage, 3D areolas, nipple revisions, and stretch mark treatments. Alongside his wife Mandy (who manages the business and social media and is currently training to join him in the procedure room), Jeff has built Novella Aesthetics into a studio dedicated to restoring confidence and changing lives.

In this episode, we get personal with Jeff about his life, his move to Las Vegas, what it’s like traveling between Washington and Nevada, and how he found his apprenticeship in paramedical tattooing. He shares his passion for the tattoo industry, his background in realism, and how it all connects to the work he’s doing today. Plus, we dive into the product he created—FlexaDerm, a medical-grade, sterile bandage designed to protect minor injuries from water and bacteria.

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to transition from traditional tattooing into the world of paramedical tattooing, build a business with purpose, or hear from someone who’s using art to heal, this episode is for you.

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On this episode of The Inspired Podcast, Ms Amber Red, Adrienne, Aubrie, and Sasha dive deep into the question every service provider has asked at some point: “Is the client always right?”—at our studio, the client is NOT always right.

Let us explain - today we share a real story about a woman who booked a permanent makeup eyeliner lightening session, but due to safety concerns, Ms Amber Red refused to perform the procedure. Despite Ms Amber Red’s professional judgment and ethics, the client spent two hours trying to pressure her into doing the service…yup, you heard that right.

When Ms Amber Red stood her ground to protect the client’s health and safety, the woman retaliated by leaving a 1-star Google review for a service she never actually received.

In this episode, Sasha reads through the full review while Ms Amber Red jumps in to explain the reality behind each point, shining light on the importance of professional boundaries, client safety, and the sometimes-uncomfortable side of being a permanent makeup artist. We also read through our professional response back.

If you’ve ever dealt with difficult clients, questioned your boundaries, or wondered how to handle negative reviews, this episode is for you. Grab your headphones—this conversation gets real, raw, and a little spicy.

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In this episode of the Inspired Podcast, Ms Amber Red, Aubrie, Sasha & Adrienne open up about the future of Inspired and what it really takes to grow a podcast that stands out in today’s crowded content world.

👉 Why we’re shifting from weekly to bi-weekly episodes—and how this strategy focuses on quality over quantity while giving listeners deeper, more valuable conversations.
👉 The #1 podcast editing app saving us HOURS—our secret tool for creating professional podcast clips, repurposing content for YouTube & social media, and boosting discoverability.
👉 Behind-the-scenes of podcast growth—what it actually takes to launch, run, and scale a podcast that keeps listeners bingeing.

And here’s where YOU come in: we want your feedback to shape the future of this show. 💬 Leave us a review, tell us what episodes you want more of in the comments, and be part of the Inspired community.

PLUS—if you’re a beauty professional or permanent makeup artist ready to take your career to the next level, Amber reveals a sneak peek of her brand-new 6-Month PMU Apprentice Online Membership Program. This mentorship program launches in 2026 and is designed to help artists master permanent makeup, grow their beauty business, and stand out in a competitive industry.

👉 Join the waitlist here: https://www.inspiredbymsamberred.com/6-month-apprenticeship-online-program

If you love podcasts about content creation, podcast growth, beauty business mentorship, and PMU education—this is your episode. Hit play now!

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This week on the Inspired Podcast, we’re keeping things light, silly, and a little spicy! Amber and Sasha go head-to-head in a hot takes debate — where no topic is too small or too weird. 🧠🔥

Is the customer really always right? Should pineapple go on pizza? Are cats actually better than dogs? Are podcasts even worth listening to (yes, we said it)? This episode is your chance to kick back, laugh with us, and get to know Amber and Sasha in a whole new way.

Whether you agree with us or not — you have to tune in and hear the full list of hot takes. Warning: you may yell at your screen (and that’s kind of the point 😄).

DROP YOUR COMMENTS BELOW AND TELL US YOUR OPINION ON THESE HOT TAKES!

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In Part 2 of our interview with Jeff, owner of Parkway Esthetics, we go way beyond tattooing. This episode takes a turn — in the best way possible — as we dive headfirst into conspiracy theories, the Diddy verdict (which had just been announced while we were recording), and Jeff’s personal thoughts on aliens, demons, and religion.

This is the kind of deep, unfiltered conversation we live for on the Inspired podcast. Jeff doesn’t hold back, and neither do we. From discussing the industry’s behind-the-scenes secrets to opening up about beliefs and unexplained truths, this episode is a wild ride you won’t want to miss.

Get ready to hear a side of Jeff you’ve never seen before. 👽😈🙏

🎧 Press play — this one goes there.

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In this two-part episode of the Inspired Podcast, Amber and Sasha sit down with the incredibly talented Jeff, owner of Parkway Esthetics in Las Vegas on our 100th podcast episode!

With over 20 years of experience, Jeff is a master in the world of scar camouflage and paramedical tattooing — specializing in plastic surgery scars, blemishes, under-eye circles, mastectomy restoration, and more.

We dive deep into Jeff’s unique techniques and how he's become one of the most trusted artists in this niche, attracting clients from all over the country. Fun fact: only 5% of his clientele is from Vegas — the rest travel just to get tattooed by him. Oh, and yes… he’s even tattooed Bunnie XO, wife of country music star Jelly Roll!

You’ll hear jaw-dropping stories of the wildest scar requests, including a woman whose nose was ripped off by a dog, and another client who wanted her entire body tattooed a different color. 😳 Whether you're in the beauty industry or just curious about the world of restorative tattooing — this episode will blow your mind.

🎧 Press play for part one, and get ready for more in part two!

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Say hello to our newest team member—Aubrie! In this episode of Inspired by Ms Amber Red, we’re keeping it real (like always). Amber and Sasha spill the tea on all the hiring mistakes they’ve made in the past and why finding the right fit for the front desk and social media content role felt impossible—until now.

We bring Aubrie on the mic to chat about what it’s been like stepping into this position, especially as someone who’s still learning the ins and outs of social media strategy. But here's the thing—we’re not looking for someone who’s already polished. We’re looking for someone who’s hungry to learn and not afraid to think outside the box.

Spoiler: Aubrie’s already killing it and we’re so excited to help her develop her own posting style for our brand.

Oh—and BIG NEWS—we’re launching a media company! Yup. Inspired is growing even more. Amber, Sasha, and Aubrie are teaming up to help beauty biz owners bring their brand vision to life with custom social media content, branding, and websites. We’re just getting started, so this is the perfect time to hop in early.

We wrap it all up by asking Aubrie the top 3 things she’s learned since working with us… but you’ll have to hit play to hear her answers. 💬✨

Whether you’re hiring for your team, looking to build your brand, or just love a good behind-the-scenes convo—you’re gonna love this one.

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In this episode of Inspired by Ms Amber Red, we’re getting into something every PMU artist needs to understand—tattoo machines and needle types. 🧠💉

Ms Amber Red, Sasha, and Adrienne sit down to unpack the real differences between needle-on-the-bar vs. cartridge machines—and trust us, this conversation might just change how you work forever.

Amber and Adrienne both swear by needle-on-the-bar machines (especially their fave: the Bishop V6) and explain why they prefer them over cartridges. Amber dives into the stabilization advantage that needle-on-the-bar offers—and how cartridges can fall short in this area. Adrienne admits no one ever explained this to her before, and if you’ve ever felt unsure about why you use a certain machine, this episode is for you.

We’re also talking about:

• How needle-on-the-bar can save you money
• The basics of BBP certification and how to properly clean your tray and setup
• Why some PMU artists skip over the fundamentals (and why that’s a big problem)

Plus, if you’re ready to get hands-on guidance, Amber offers 6-month apprenticeships to help you build confidence, skill, and knowledge the right way. 👩‍🏫 Link to inquire is below!

This one’s all about foundations, education, and leveling up as an artist. Let’s get into it. 🎧

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In this week’s episode of Inspired by Ms Amber Red, we’re diving into something we’ve been seeing way too often lately—botched brows and unhappy clients. 😬

Ms Amber Red, Sasha, and Adrienne are talking about the surge of poorly done eyebrows flooding the industry and what you can do if you (or your client) end up with results you’re not happy with. Enter: LiFT created by Teryn Darling, a game-changing product designed to lighten and remove unwanted permanent makeup—yes, even within the first 24–48 hours! 🙌

We’re breaking down how emergency removal works, what kind of results you can expect, and why it’s so important not to let clients try to fix bad PMU at home. Amber shares her real experiences using LiFT and how she's seen pigment fade by 50% or more when treated early.

This episode is a must-listen for PMU artists who want to expand their services and support clients through worst-case scenarios. Because if you know how to tattoo it—you should know how to remove it too.

Amber’s LiFT class is happening August 21st and it’s currently $300 off (original price $1795). If you’ve been thinking about learning removals, now’s the time! We’ll drop the link to sign up in the episode notes below. 🎓✨

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On this week’s episode of Inspired by Ms Amber Red, we’re getting raw, real, and a little emotional—because the permanent makeup journey isn’t always perfect, but it is powerful.

Arielle shares the story of her first time tattooing a winged eyeliner without Amber in the room—and let’s just say, it was a ride. 😅 From shaky hands and caffeine-fueled nerves to the client’s eyes swelling mid-procedure, Arielle walks us through every intense moment and how she got through it with the help of Sasha and Tania by her side. And guess what? The client loved it!

We also dive deep into the struggles we all face as artists. Amber opens up about how lips and bottom liner used to scare her too, but she pushed through with practice—and Adrienne gets emotional as she shares just how much having a supportive mentor and team means to her on her journey. 🥺

This episode is your reminder that every hard moment is a stepping stone, that community matters, and that it’s okay to cry, laugh, freak out, and grow—together.

Whether you're a PMU artist or just someone chasing your dream, this one will hit home.

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