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#131 John Moroney, Kao Salon Global May 10, 2020

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Industry veteran John Moroney, VP Creative and Communication for Kao Salon Global (home to Goldwell, KMS, and Oribe), offers a global perspective on salons - as well as details behind #WorthTheWait, a consumer-facing social media campaign reminding clients of their unique relationship with salon professionals. The program is just one part of Kao's Salon Industry Recovery Initiative helping salons recover and rebuild as they emerge from the COVID-19 crisis.

#130. Secret Lives of Hairdressers: Anthony & Pat Mascolo, TIGI May 06, 2020

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Anthony & Pat Mascolo, TIGI co-founder and International Artistic Director and TIGI Global Make-up Director respectively, join Hb for a talk about the day to day life passions that drive their immense creativity. Married since 1986, Anthony and Pat are also co-editors in chief of Infinge.com -- one of the industry's most fascinating 'media' websites and print publications - one very much focused on 'the anthropology of hair.' Listen in for another inspired conversation with industry legends.

#129. The Secret Lives of Hairdressers, Part 5: Howard McLaren, @RandCo May 03, 2020

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R+Co co-founder @HowardMcLaren shares his passion for art (including his interest in creating collages), as part of his larger interest in creativity - and how it feeds his work as a globally renowned artist hairdresser. We also discuss the impact of "Stay at Home" response to Coronavirus on professionals and how to make the most of our changing world.

#128: The Secret Lives of Hairdressers: Pt 4: Lucie Doughty, Paul Mitchell Apr 26, 2020

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Lucie Doughty is Creative Director for John Paul Mitchell Systems where she leads the creative vision for the entire portfolio of Paul Mitchell brands. A renowned master educator, platform artist, and award-winning colorist and editorial stylist (including 2020 NAHA!). Lucie shares some of the personal passions that help define who she is as a human -and inspire her work as one of the most creative professionals we know. From the Hb Conversation archives: Check out Episode #20 with Lucie for a deeper dive into her professional "origin story" as well as a look into her day-to-day life at the iconic brand.

#127. The Secret Lives of Hairdressers: Mark Hayes, Sassoon Salons and Academies Apr 22, 2020

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Sassoon Salons and Academies International Creative Director Mark Hayes shares a behind-the-scenes look into the passions that have influenced him personally and professionally throughout his 40+ year career. For added context from Mark, listen in to popular episodes #23 and #56- conversations with one of the industry's leading educational leaders.

#126. Artist Compilation: Live from Matrix Destination, Part 2 Apr 19, 2020

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Alfredo Lewis, Lisa Walker, Paul Falltrick, Desmond Murray, and Constance Robbins each join Gordon for a 1-on-1 conversation in Part 2 of this series focused on bringing to our audience the voices of leading educators and artists from the world of Matrix. This varied collection of conversations offers up a diverse list of lessons learned, great advice, and varied experiences. Go back to Episode #118 to experience Part 1.

#125. Secret Lives of Hairdressers, Pt 2: Antoinette Beenders, Aveda Apr 15, 2020

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Next stop - a lakeside home not far outside of Minneapolis, Minnesota where @antoinettebeenders, Global Creative Director, Senior Vice President of Creative for @Aveda, took the time (while 'self-isolating') to share the stories behind her passions for photography, art, fashion, nature and more. One of the industry's most highly recognized and awarded artists, Antoinette never fails to inspire.

#124. The Secret Lives of Hairdressers, Pt 1: @AnhCoTran Apr 12, 2020

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With Coronavirus taking over so much of our collective conversations as of late, we are changing things up a bit by digging into the personal side of some of our favorite educators/artists. First up is Anh Co Tran, creator of "Lived In Hair" and Global Creative Director for Milbon, who shares many of his personal passions as well as a conversation about how they fit into his professional work.

#123. Neeko and Tanya Abriol, The Lab Lounge Apr 05, 2020

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Neeko and Tanya Abriol are successful celebrity stylists and co-owners of the Lab Lounge in Beverly Hills. Four-time NAHA winner Neeko Abriol has helped make over clients like Halle Berry, Jada Pinkett Smith, Nathalie Emmanuel, Tyra Banks, and Pink. Partner in business and life, Tanya Abriol counts Sandra Bullock, Kate Hudson, Salma Hayek, and Gwyneth Paltrow among her roster of A-list clients. Listen in for some great insights into developing a long-lasting career, suite life (versus traditional salon) – as well as advice on working in the salon as a married couple.

#122. David Thurston, @DavidThurstonOfficial, Pulp Riot Mar 29, 2020

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Pulp Riot founder & CEO David Thurston joins Gordon for a talk about coping with Coronavirus, how to best prepare for the coming, post-crisis 'new normal', and much more. Known throughout the professional salon industry as an entrepreneur, educator, and disrupter, David is passionate about sharing his considerable insights on how to adapt to the changes caused by the digital revolution and thrive in the new world.

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