Celebrity esthetician Candace Marino, known as The LA Facialist, sits down for a haircut and a real conversation about skin, longevity, entrepreneurship, and friendship.

Candace and I grew up in the same small town. Long before the Met Gala, before Hollywood clients and A-list recognition, she was helping me with makeup on model shoots while I was building my career behind the chair. Our friendship goes beyond the beauty industry. We’ve supported each other from the beginning.

In this episode we talk about skin health vs. skin trends, inflammation, over-exfoliation, barrier repair, acne myths, celebrity skincare expectations, and what actually creates long term results. Candace shares what she sees working with high profile clients and why education always beats hype.

We also get into building a reputation in Los Angeles, earning trust, growing a brand without losing integrity, and what it means to evolve alongside your friends.

Find Candace Marino Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/thelafacialistWebsite: https://thelafacialist.com

Location: 441 North Bedford Drive, Beverly Hills, CACandace is represented by AFRAME talent agency.

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Jessie Contour sits down for a haircut and a wide ranging conversation about games, arcades, and why physical spaces still matter in an increasingly digital world. Jessie is a creative technologist, game designer, educator, and gym owner whose work spans AAA games, museums, immersive media, and community driven experiences.

We talk about growing up with arcades, Dungeons and Dragons, and early video games, and why those shared experiences shaped how we connect with each other. Jessie explains what immersive media really means, how game design influences real world behavior, and why simple, playful systems often create deeper engagement than high tech solutions. The conversation moves through teaching at the University of Texas, building arcade cabinets with students, designing games that are not for everyone, and why that is actually the point.

We also get into strength sports, powerlifting, strongman training, owning a gym, and how physical training mirrors creative work. Doing the reps, building capacity, and finding your people. At its core, this episode is about third spaces, community, and resisting the idea that everything meaningful has to live on a screen.

Find Jessie on Instagram at @professordeadlifts
Train at her gym Home Barbell Club in North Austin at homebarbellclub.com and @homebarbellatx

Mike Catherwood returns for a second conversation to talk about his new book, A Meathead’s Guide to Salvation, and the thinking behind it. Known to many as Psycho Mike from Loveline, the iconic radio show he co hosted with Dr. Drew Pinsky, Mike reflects on recovery, fitness, discipline, and what it actually takes to build a sustainable life.

The conversation moves through nutrition without dogma, why protein matters more than most people think, how tracking food briefly can recalibrate habits, and why simplicity usually outperforms obsession. Mike also shares how fitness became a cornerstone of staying sober for over two decades.

Along the way the discussion drifts into music, comedy, culture, and recognizing talent before fame arrives. This episode is thoughtful, wide ranging, and grounded in lived experience rather than rigid systems.

Order A Meathead’s Guide to Salvation:
https://meatheadsalvation.myshopify.com/products/a-meatheads-guide-to-salvation

Follow Mike on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/mikecatherwood/

Listen to Mike’s podcast Work in Progress on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/1CGsn6SCayLf4h5608956H

Alex Vicki, known on Instagram as @alexfascia, joins me behind the chair to talk posture, neck pain, and why the nervous system may be shaping more of your body than you realize.

We break down fascia in plain language, how stress and fight or flight show up physically, and why so many people feel tight even when they stretch, train, or get adjusted. A grounded conversation about body mechanics, modern overstimulation, and what it actually feels like to work with fascia instead of forcing the body into submission.

Ricky Hoover’s roots in heavy music go back to his years fronting Suffokate, one of the early forces in deathcore, and he later returned to the spotlight as the vocalist of Ov Sulfur. Two eras, two bands, and a career shaped by a voice that helped push heavy music forward. Outside of metal, he built a second life in Las Vegas as a father, a husband, and the owner of Requiem, a barbershop that carries the same intensity and intention as his work onstage.

In this episode, Ricky talks about fronting two major bands, the pressure that comes with longevity in extreme music, and the discipline required to keep a voice like his alive. We get into family, leadership, creative expectations, physical demands, and how barbering became a grounding force between tours. If you’ve ever tried to balance art and stability, returned to a passion after stepping away, or worked to grow without losing your identity, Ricky’s story offers a clear look at what it takes to build a full life across two demanding worlds.

Welcome to Splitting Hairs with Tab Salsman, the live video podcast where captivating conversations happen behind the chair. As a master hairstylist, Tab combines his passion for cutting hair with his love for deep, thought-provoking discussions. Step into a one-of-a-kind experience as Tab chats with fascinating guests while giving them a haircut, creating a relaxed and intimate setting for candid conversations. With no topic off limits, we dive deep into the hairdressing experience and beyond, exploring the stories, struggles, and triumphs that make us who we are.

Connect with Ricky and Ov Sulfur:Ricky Hoover:

https://www.instagram.com/iamrickyhooverOv Sulfur: https://www.instagram.com/ovsulfurOfficial Site: https://www.ovsulfur.comMerch and Tour Info: https://www.ovsulfur.com/pages/storeMusic: https://linktr.ee/ovsulfur

Jeremy Jackson rose to fame as Hobie Buchannon on Baywatch, the most-watched show in the world. But behind the fame was a young actor fighting addiction, pressure, and the illusion of success. When it all fell apart, Jeremy faced his biggest role yet—finding out who he really was without the spotlight.

In this episode, he opens up about his rise and fall in Hollywood, the dark side of early fame, and how hitting bottom led him toward faith, sobriety, and a new sense of purpose. We talk about healing, identity, transformation, and what it truly means to rebuild your life from within.

If you’ve ever wrestled with reinvention, struggled with self-worth, or questioned what success really costs, Jeremy’s story will remind you that it’s never too late for a breakthrough.

Welcome to Splitting Hairs with Tab Salsman, the live video podcast where captivating conversations happen behind the chair. As a master hairstylist, Tab combines his passion for cutting hair with his love for deep, thought-provoking discussions. Step into a one-of-a-kind experience as Tab chats with fascinating guests while giving them a haircut, creating a relaxed and intimate setting for candid conversations. With no topic off limits, we dive deep into the hairdressing experience and beyond, exploring the stories, struggles, and triumphs that make us who we are.

Connect with Jeremy:
*Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremyjacksonfitness/
*InnerG (Breathwork & Healing): https://www.innerg.life
*The Freedom Experience (Men’s Retreat): https://www.thefreedomxp.com

🎥 Special thanks to Tomahawk Salon in Costa Mesa for providing the space for filming:
https://www.tomahawksalon.com

Rob Perelman has spent more than two decades studying human behavior—through cards, chips, and everything in between. As a professional poker player and former tour manager for major bands like Yellowcard and The Format, he’s learned that life’s biggest reads don’t just happen at the table.

In this conversation, Rob opens up about the psychology behind risk, the rush of a $160K televised win, and the heartbreak of losing with pocket aces. We talk about emotional control, intuition vs. probability, and what poker teaches you about business, parenting, and knowing when to walk away. It’s less about cards—and more about character.

If you’ve ever wondered how professionals keep calm when the stakes get high, or what separates a good read from a bad call, this episode reveals how to play life with presence, patience, and purpose.

Welcome to Splitting Hairs with Tab Salsman, the live video podcast where captivating conversations happen behind the chair. As a master hairstylist, Tab combines his passion for cutting hair with his love for deep, thought-provoking discussions. Step into a one-of-a-kind experience as Tab chats with fascinating guests while giving them a haircut, creating a relaxed and intimate setting for candid conversations. With no topic off limits, we dive deep into the hairdressing experience and beyond, exploring the stories, struggles, and triumphs that make us who we are.

To follow Rob’s poker shenanigans:

https://www.instagram.com/dontcallrob/

Brittan Morris is ranked among the top 10 ice cross athletes in the world — a sport so wild most people don’t even know it exists. Imagine hockey players on skates, flying down an ice track at 50+ mph, navigating jumps, hairpin turns, and sheer chaos. That’s ice cross. And Brittan has dedicated his life to mastering it.

In this episode, Brittan opens up about his journey from Austin kid mesmerized by ice rinks to traveling the globe competing in one of the most dangerous sports alive. We talk about the crashes, the mindset it takes to put your body on the line, the training shifts that kept him healthy, and why he believes ice cross deserves Olympic recognition. He also shares the behind-the-scenes story of making his new documentary, Ice Cross: Life on the Edge — a film born out of passion, grit, and a few sleepless nights (now on Amazon Prime and Roku).

If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to stand at the top of the track staring down fear — this conversation will put you right there on the ice.

Welcome to Splitting Hairs with Tab Salsman, the live video podcast where captivating conversations happen behind the chair. As a master hairstylist, Tab combines his passion for cutting hair with his love for deep, thought-provoking discussions. Step into a one-of-a-kind experience as Tab chats with fascinating guests while giving them a haircut, creating a relaxed and intimate setting for candid conversations. With no topic off limits, we dive deep into the hairdressing experience and beyond, exploring the stories, struggles, and triumphs that make us who we are.

For more Info:

Brittan Morris
https://www.instagram.com/notsogreat_brittan/

Ice Cross: Life on the Edge

https://icecrossfilm.com

https://www.instagram.com/icecross_lifeontheedge/

Watch on Rokuhttps://therokuchannel.roku.com/details/3fddf29ad3490e7117d0b599b608b674

Dr. Rob Vasquez has spent his career challenging the way we think about health and wellness. From his early struggles with migraines and weight to his discovery of chiropractic care and functional medicine, Rob’s journey has been about more than symptoms — it’s been about uncovering the root causes that keep people trapped in cycles of illness.

In this episode, Rob opens up about his personal health battles, why so many people unknowingly live in a state of metabolic dysfunction, and how taking ownership of your health can radically transform your life. We discuss gut health, holistic wellness, nutrition, stress management, the mind-body connection, and the hidden costs of relying on short-term fixes instead of addressing long-term solutions.

If you’ve ever felt frustrated by diets, overwhelmed by conflicting advice, or curious about what “true metabolic health” really means, this conversation will shift your perspective on healing and lasting wellness.

Welcome to Splitting Hairs with Tab Salsman, the live video podcast where captivating conversations happen behind the chair. As a master hairstylist, Tab combines his passion for cutting hair with his love for deep, thought-provoking discussions. Step into a one-of-a-kind experience as Tab chats with fascinating guests while giving them a haircut, creating a relaxed and intimate setting for candid conversations. With no topic off limits, we dive deep into the hairdressing experience and beyond, exploring the stories, struggles, and triumphs that make us who we are.

Dr Rob Vasquez

https://www.instagram.com/robvasquezofficial/

https://www.thehappyhealthylife.com

Whats your Metabolic Score?

https://www.metabolismscore.com

YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/@UCPU30kzM1DLDWSHoz0L4WJg 

H2 Life Podcast:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-happy-healthy-life-podcast/id1630552648

Rachel Varkey has built a reputation for asking the hard questions — of herself and of others. As the host of It’s Fine with Rachel Varkey, she explores the messy middle of life, and in this episode, she opens up about the same tension between survival mode and self-discovery, and why so many of us settle for saying “it’s fine” when life feels anything but.

We talk about the power of change — from cutting your hair to making bigger, braver life moves — and why those external shifts often mirror the internal ones we’re afraid to face. Rachel shares how parenting reshaped her perspective on identity, fear, and presence, and how the small choices we make today can shape the way we show up tomorrow.

Together we unpack perfectionism, rebellion, cultural identity, and the courage it takes to live a life that feels good rather than one that just looks good. If you’ve ever felt stuck, lost, or pressured to play small, this conversation will remind you that curiosity, courage, and connection can lead to something better than “fine.”Be sure to check out Rachel’s podcast It’s Fine with Rachel Varkey for more of her unfiltered conversations.

Welcome to Splitting Hairs with Tab Salsman, the live video podcast where captivating conversations happen behind the chair. As a master hairstylist, Tab combines his passion for cutting hair with his love for deep, thought-provoking discussions. Step into a one-of-a-kind experience as Tab chats with fascinating guests while giving them a haircut, creating a relaxed and intimate setting for candid conversations. With no topic off limits, we dive into the hairdressing experience and beyond, exploring the stories, struggles, and triumphs that make us who we are.

For more with Rachel Varkey visit her website for all the things.

https://www.rachelvarkey.com

Instagram:https: //www.instagram.com/itsfinethepod/