Calling all Solopreneurs, Independent Hairstylists and Salon Suite Owners and independent beauty professionals - Inspiration, Information and actionable tips to help you grow your business behind and beyond the chair, and consciously create your best and most abundant life.
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From Yorktown to the Civil War, Pearl Harbor to 9/11, discover the pivotal moments that defined each president's life and legacy and the lessons we can draw from them. New episodes available the 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month.
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Efrem Graham interviews artists, actors and entertainers about their work, faith and more.
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Do you ever wonder why the top brands are winning? It’s because they provide customers with the one thing that most brands aren’t - simplicity. How can you learn from them and create the same experiences on a smaller budget? The SIMPLE brand podcast will help.Join Matt Lyles, and his guests, as they share tactics, tips and strategies to help your business brand out from the crowd. You’ll learn how to create simple experiences for your customers and your team members through marketing, brandi ...
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The Happy Vagina with host Mika Simmons is a podcast dedicated to celebrating those who have made a difference in women’s health, equality and relationships. Each week we chat to an inspiring human being as they explore the experiences that completely changed their outlook - promising not only to educate but also entertain and enlighten. Season 5 launched in August 2022 with the phenomenal Kate Walsh, Jennifer Grey, Caterina Scorsone, Salma El-Wardany, Judy Joo, Nell Hudson, Amanda Abbington ...
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STELLAR and VIP Publishing Present... The Glow Up, home to our podcast series in which we interview interesting Irish people about their lives through the lens of one of our favourite subjects - beauty! Our latest miniseries, The Glow Up - eir Power Of Women, focuses on the stories and the lessons learned by some of the country's top and rising female stars in business.
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Hosted by Allen "Big Al" Tate, Big Al's Rockin' Podcast brings you interviews with musicians from multiple genres, book authors, comedians, actors, and other forms of entertainment. Along with interviews, he will also offer occasional reviews of concerts, books, newly released albums, and more.
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"This is Personal" looks at the intimate details of a person's life through appreciative inquiry. We delve deep to find out how they got to this singular point in their lives. What are the events, the stories that influenced how their life has worked out? Have they used their past as a weapon or as a gift? By allowing a guest to share their story authentically, we gain both compassion and inspiration from their struggles and successes. And hopefully insight on what we might become as well.
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The Habits and Mindset of an Innovative Team - Jennifer Kenny
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In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Jennifer Kenny. Jennifer is a master of innovation practices having held senior roles to drive innovation for companies like Accenture, Booz Allen, Gartner, Wells Fargo Bank, Cisco, and Stanford Research Institute. Today she works with teams and organizations to help them fuel their in…
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Conversation with the cast of "Horizon: An American Saga"
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Efrem Graham sits down with the cast of the western called Horizon: An American Saga. The film is produced, directed, and funded with $38 Million of his own money. Efrem talks to Kevin Costner, Sienna Miller, Sam Worthington, Luke Wilson, Isabelle Fuhrman, Ella Hunt, Jamie Bower, and Abbey Lee.By CBN News
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“The Congress will push me to raise taxes, and I’ll say no, and they’ll push, and I’ll say no, and they’ll push again. And I’ll say to them: ‘Read my lips, no new taxes.’” — George Bush's GOP Nomination Acceptance speech, Aug. 18, 1988. "Poor George [Bush], he can't help it. He was born with a silver foot in his mouth." - Texas Governor Ann Richard…
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Money Talk for Stylists: Cash In by Understanding Your Profits
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In this episode of the Independent Stylist podcast, host Jennifer Kenny discusses the importance of understanding profitability for business owners in the beauty industry. She emphasizes the need for financial literacy and outlines the three key profit margins: Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) Operating Profit Margin Net Profit Margin Jennifer also high…
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Conversation with Singing Duo Kenny & Claire Hilliard
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Efrem Graham talks with husband and wife duo Kenny and Claire Hilliard. The singing and songwriting couple's musical journey began in 2005 and along the way came some serious challenges. Doctors diagnosed Kenny with a brain tumor that health battle has given birth to music in the new project called "Upon the Storm".…
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Eliminate the Rocks From Your Customer Journey - Sean Albertson
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In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Sean Albertson. Sean is an internationally recognized thought leader, speaker, and transformational coach with 20+ years of leading customer experience initiatives for companies ranging from startups to the Fortune 200. And Sean is the author of the award-winning book - 4ROCKS: Reduce …
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40.A) Reaganomics and the anti-tax movement, an interview with Michael Graetz
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Americans have long had a complicated relationship with taxes. We don't like paying them, but we love the things they pay for. In the decades after World War II, both political parties agreed - taxes are worth it. Then came Ronald Reagan and the anti-tax movement. Michael Graetz, a Professor Emeritus of Law at Yale University and Columbia Universit…
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Conversation with Actress Jennifer O'Neill
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Efrem Graham has a one-on-one conversation with actress Jennifer O'Neill. She talks about her role as Nelle Reagan in the biopic film "Reagan".By CBN News
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Adapt and Innovate Through Permanent Reinvention - Aidan McCullen
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In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Aidan McCullen. Aidan is a change consultant and executive coach who helps organizational teams improve how they engage and innovate. He’s the host of The Innovation Show podcast. And Aidan’s the bestselling author of Undisruptable: A Mindset of Permanent Reinvention for Individuals, O…
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Efrem Graham has a one-on-one conversation with actor Dennis Quaid. He talks about his role playing Ronald Reagan in the film "Reagan", and why it's his favorite role.By CBN News
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38.B) The History of the Pardon, an interview with Kimberly Wehle
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On September 8, 1974, President Gerald Ford pardoned recently-resigned president Richard Nixon of any crimes he may have committed in the presidency, and the pardon has never been the same since. Law Professor Kimberly Wehle, author of the new book Pardon Power: How the Pardon System Works - and Why, discusses the origin and history of the presiden…
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Turn Customers Into Raving Fans With a Customer Experience Engine - Scott Wozniak
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In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Scott Wozniak. Scott is the founder and CEO of Swoz Consulting where he helps startups, family enterprises, and Fortune 500 companies create raving fans of customers and employees. And Scott’s the bestselling author of Make Your Brand Legendary: Create Raving Fans With the Customer Exp…
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2.A) John Adams and the modern presidency, an interview with Lindsay Chervinsky
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Pandemics, political violence, partisans recognizable by the color of their hat - it may sound novel, but it's been with us practically since the beginning of the republic. Historian Lindsay Chervinsky, author of the new book Making the Presidency: John Adams and the Precedents That Forged the Republic, discusses the wildly volatile John Adams admi…
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Conversation with Recording Artist Travis Greene
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Efrem Graham talks to Grammy nominated artist Travis Greene. Travis talks about his new book called "Are You Praying for the Wrong Thing?". He also talks about his role as Pastor and Founder of Forward City Church.By CBN News
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Rethinking Retention to Create Loyal Employees - Erica Keswin
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In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Erica Keswin. Erica is an international keynote speaker, a bestselling author, and a workplace strategist who partners with some of the most well-known companies in the world. She's one of Marshall Goldsmith's Top 100 Coaches. And Erica’s the Wall Street Journal best-selling author of …
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THE FIRING SQUAD, PT. 2: A Sit-Down Interview with James Barrington
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Efrem Graham has a conversation with actor James Barrington. He talks about his life and his role in the new film called "The Firing Squad".By CBN News
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"Government is not the solution to our problem, government is the problem," - Ronald Reagan's inaugural address, January 20, 1981. For the first 50 years after the onset of the Great Depression and the election of Franklin Roosevelt, the United States had been led by politicians who believed government held the power to make life better for the Ame…
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Principles for Effective and Simple Communication - Ben Guttmann
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In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Ben Guttmann. Ben’s a marketing and communications expert who’s on a mission to train leaders in effective connection through simplified messaging. Ben’s the former co-founder of Digital Natives Group, a professor at Baruch College, and the best-selling author of Simply Put: Why Clear …
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QUEEN OF CLEAN: A Sit-Down Interview with Chonda Pierce
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Efrem Graham has a conversation with comedy's "Queen of Clean" Chonda Pierce. She talks about her newest memoir titled Life is Funny Until It's Not.By CBN News
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39.B) Jimmy Carter, Stagflation, & Paul Volcker, an interview with Jennifer Burns
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When unemployment and inflation began to rise side by side in the 1970s, nobody knew what to do. Economic theory suggested it should have been impossible, and yet the numbers couldn't be denied. Stanford Historian Jennifer Burns, author of Milton Friedman: The Last Conservative, discusses how American presidents of the 70's tried and failed to curb…
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A Customer-Centric Culture Starts with Customer-Focused Leadership - Blake Morgan
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In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Blake Morgan. Blake is known as the “Queen of CX.” She is a customer experience futurist and one of the top keynote speakers in the world. She’s the host of The Modern Customer Podcast and the author of three books, including her latest, The 8 Laws of Customer-Focused Leadership: New R…
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THE FIRING SQUAD: A Sit-Down Interview with Cuba Gooding, Jr.
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In this special 4th of July edition of Studio 5, Efrem Graham has a conversation with Oscar award winning actor Cuba Gooding, Jr. He talks about his role in the upcoming film The Firing Squad. He also talks about his life, and takes a look back at some of his films.By CBN News
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BONUS! The Hail Mary Effect in Presidential Politics, an interview with William Silber
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It's commonly accepted wisdom that presidents are less effective in their second terms, when the term limits of the 22nd amendment turn them into Lame Ducks who cannot be elected to office a third time. But what if that common wisdom is wrong? Former NYU economics professor William Silber, author of The Power of Nothing to Lose: The Hail Mary Effec…
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Stuart Corden from the Nottingham UK band Blitz discusses their new album 'Kicking Up A Storm' and the sound of the band. They aim to bring back the music that inspired them to play instruments. The album combines classic rock with modern twists and influences. Stuart describes the themes and songs on the album, including a tribute to a friend thro…
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How to Create a Ridiculously Easy Customer Experience - David Avrin
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In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with David Avrin. David is one of the most popular Customer Experience speakers and consultants in the world. In fact, over the past 25 years, David has shared his lessons on competitive advantage with leaders and teams from thousands of organizations in 26 countries around the world! And D…
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FROM THE HOOD TO HARVARD: A Sit-Down Interview with Dee-1
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Efrem Graham has a conversation with Rapper, Scholar, and Speaker Dee-1. He talks about his life, his music, and his new children's book. He also explains why he's calling us all to put on our 3's...BE REAL, BE RIGHTEOUS, and BE RELEVANT.By CBN News
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I GOT AWAY: A Sit-Down Interview with Pastor Mike, Jr.
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Efrem Graham has a conversation with award winning Recording Artist Pastor Mike, Jr. The Senior Pastor has new music and is currently on tour. He talks about his life, career and how he feels being called the "New King of Urban Inspiration".By CBN News
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39.A) Jimmy Carter, the outsider, an interview with Jonathan Alter
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When Jimmy Carter won the presidency, his Democratic party held a 61-37 majority in the Senate and a 292-143 majority in the House. Why then, with such a clear governing majority, were his relations with Congress so poor, and his agenda so challenged? Jonathan Alter, a long-time journalist and author of numerous books on the presidency, including H…
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Retain Your Employees and Build a World-Class Culture - John DiJulius
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In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with John DiJulius. John is the founder and Chief Revolution Officer of The DiJulius Group, a customer experience consulting firm that helps clients build customer care strategies that lead to happy customers, employees, and shareholders. John has spent decades becoming the authority on bui…
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MY STORY, MY GLORY: A Sit-Down Interview with Matthew West
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Efrem Graham has a conversation with award winning Singer and Songwriter Matthew West. He is not only writing and recording music, but is also a published author. He discusses his newest book, a devotional called "My Story, My Glory".By CBN News
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WERKING: A Sit-Down Interview with Recording Artist Me'Kayla
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Efrem Graham talks to Me'Kayla. She is a rising Christian Recording Artist who is sharing music from a Generation Z perspective. Me'Kayla is also apart of the Tennessee State University Band which made history by becoming the first collegiate marching band to win a Grammy award. Me'Kayla currently has a new music single called "Werking".…
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"The erosion of confidence in the future is threatening to destroy the social and political fabric of the nation," - Jimmy Carter, July 15, 1979 ~~~ Jimmy Carter may have been the luckiest presidential candidate and unluckiest president in American history. Chasing the presidency after Watergate and the pardon of Nixon had crushed American faith in…
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How to Find and Retain Your Most Valuable Customers - Ali Cudby
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In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Ali Cudby. Ali is the CEO of Alignmint Growth Strategies. With over 15 years advising startups and global companies, Ali’s specialty is transforming customer experience, increasing customer lifetime value, and building customer loyalty. Ali is also the author of the bestselling book, K…
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UNSUNG HERO: A Sit-Down Interview with David & Helen Smallbone
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Efrem Graham talks to David and Helen Smallbone. They are the parents of Recording artist Rebecca St. James and Joel and Luke Smallbone of the duo group for King and Country. David and Helen talk about the new film "Unsung Hero" which is based on their true life story. Both parents took a leap of faith moving from Australia to America to embark on …
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MORE THAN THIS: A Sit-Down Interview with CeCe Winans
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Efrem Graham has a one-on-one conversation with CeCe Winans. She is talking about her new music, tour, and Generations LIVE Conference.By CBN News
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37.C) Nixon v The Supreme Court, an interview with Michael Bobelian
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From 1953 to 1969, the Supreme Court was a vanguard of progressive change for the United States. But then came Tricky Dick. Michael Bobelian, author of Battle For The Marble Palace: Abe Fortas, Lyndon Johnson, Earl Warren, Richard Nixon and the Forging of the Modern Supreme Court, discusses how presidential candidate Richard Nixon and senate conser…
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How to Communicate with Clarity With Steve Woodruff
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In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Steve Woodruff. Known as the "King of Clarity," Steve's passion is helping companies and individuals communicate clearly and effectively. Steve is the author of two books, including his latest, The Point: How to Win with Clarity-Fueled Communications. Steve and I discuss how the use of…
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BEING DEITRICK: A Sit-Down Interview with Deitrick Haddon
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On this sedition of Studio 5, Efrem sits down for a one on one conversation with Recording artist and pastor Deitrick Haddon.By CBN News
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Imposter Syndrome As You Become a Hair / Beauty Biz Educator
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If you’ve been looking into the idea of becoming a coach or creating an online course for hairstylists, lash artist, aestheticians, or other beauty business entrepreneurs this episode will help you navigate the feelings of imposter syndrome as you take the next right steps in your career. Learn to lean in to your “why” and remember that showing up …
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38.A) Gerald Ford in the Maelstrom, an interview with Brooke Clement
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A 24-year career in Congress crested at a tumultuous time for Gerald Ford. He was the GOP leader of the house during the Nixon administration, then Nixon's VP, then the president who had to heal the country after Watergate. Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum director Brook Clement discusses the crucible Ford walked as a national leader.…
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DARING RESCUE: A Sit-Down Interview with the Cast & Crew of One Life
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It's another edition of Conversations from Studio 5! Efrem Graham sits down with Director James Hawes along with actor's Helen Bonham Carter and Romola Garai from the movie One Life. It's the true story of a British Stockbroker who helps rescue more than 600 children from the grip of the Nazi's.By CBN News
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WORLD OF NARNIA: A Sit-Down Intv with the Cast & Crew of Prince Caspian
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On this edition of Conversations from Studio 5, Efrem Graham sits down for a conversation with some of the cast and crew of the stage adaptation of C.S. Lewis' Prince Caspian.By CBN News
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MY CRAZY LIFE: A Sit-Down Interview with Mondo De La Vega
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On this edition of Conversations from Studio 5, Efrem sits down with Mondo del la Vega. Mondo talks about his his life from Gangster to Grace through his book called My Crazy Life.By CBN News
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"Our long national nightmare is over." - Gerald Ford, August 9, 1974 ~~~ Gerald Ford is the only person in American history to reach the vice presidency and the presidency without being elected to either. Despite this, he was a popular president - for 1 month. But then he pardoned Nixon, and it was all downhill from there. Follow along as Ford ride…
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GROWING PAINS: A Sit-Down Interview with Kirk Cameron
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On this edition of Conversations from Studio 5, Efrem Graham sits down with actor, speaker, and author Kirk Cameron. He shares his viewpoints, and discusses his new show, and his new children's book.By CBN News
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37.B) The campaigns of Richard Nixon, an interview with John Farrell
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It didn't take long for Richard Nixon to earn the nickname "Tricky Dick," but was he really any more tricky than the typical politician? You bet he was! John Farrell, a long-time journalist and author of numerous books on political leaders, including Richard Nixon, The Life, discusses the many campaigns of Richard Nixon, from the red scare tactics …
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LIVING PROOF: A Sit-Down Interview with Recording Artist Katy Nichole
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On this edition of Conversations from Studio 5 Efrem Graham sits down with award winning Recording Artist Katy Nichole. She talks about her life currently and new music just released.By CBN News
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FIND ME HERE: A Sit-Down Interview with Recording Artist Sherwin Gardner
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On this edition of Conversations from Studio 5, Efrem Graham sits down with Caribbean Gospel Artist Sherwin Gardner. His new song "Find Me Here" began as a "New Year" anthem, but social media had a different story that is massive! He talks about the song, along with his journey in life.By CBN News
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S8 Ep 5: eir Power of Women - Kim O'Sullivan, Brow Aid & The Dublin Makeup Academy
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In our final episode of the series, Queen of Brows Kim O'Sullivan talks about starting Brow Aid during the pandemic, and how she took a leap of faith to go out on her own.By STELLAR
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BUT FIRST, GOD: A Sit-Down Interview with Julie Chen Moonves
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On this edition of Conversations from Studio 5, Efrem Graham sits down and talks with Julie Chen Moonves. Julie is the long-time host of the CBS series Big Brother and former Co-Host of The Talk. She is talking and getting personal in her new, audio memoir called But First, God.By CBN News
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