This week we are sitting with Brian Badie, the hair department for the highly acclaimed series, The Penguin. Brian shares his unexpected journey from New Orleans to New York City, detailing how his career in hair design began on the sets of iconic shows like Law and Order: SVU and evolved into crafting the unforgettable looks in The Penguin and the full story behind the creation of Sophia played by Cristin Milioti. Brian details Mike Marino’s creation of the Penguin’s look and the intricate process behind Colin Farrell's jaw-dropping transformation into the Penguin. Brian's expertise in wigs and character development played a pivotal role in the series' visual storytelling and the development of the unforgettable character Sophia.

Brian also opens up about his experience working on Queen & Slim, where he collaborated with creative visionaries to deliver layered storytelling through hair design. From navigating the challenges of local hires to the nuances of freelancing in the film industry, Brian provides invaluable insights and advice for aspiring artists.

This episode is a must-listen for freelancers who look to work well with Networks in the industry, and how to pick your battles.

Don't miss this engaging conversation that offers a behind-the-scenes look at the artistry and dedication required to bring iconic characters to life on screen.

00:00:00 Remember! We moved to Substack!

00:01:55 Meet Brian Badi: the hair department head for the Penguin

00:05:36 Brian’s journey from Louisianna

00:12:44 Law and Order SVU and the story behind how Brian got the job…

00:21:02 Working on Power

00:23:23 Mike Marino’s creation of the Penguin’s look

00:26:47 Brian and Cristin’s method of crafting the iconic hair for Sophia

00:34:57 Queen and Slim with Lena Waithe and M. Molina

00:38:39 Advice for how the Department Head should communicate with the network and production company.

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