Best Jewelry Instructor Podcasts (2024)

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249 - A.P.P. 2024 conference recap 51:24

1h ago51:24

51:24

Insert clever description here My brain is fried from a long work week and an overnight flight home. Enjoy this recap of Lola and Ryan talking about their 2024 APP conference experience. We know that the post-conference blues hit hard, so lets keep those conference vibes with us for as long as we can. See you next year!…

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248 - Is the "all gold" business model sustainable? 39:00

7d ago39:00

39:00

Lola and Ryan are heading to Las Vegas for the A.P.P.'s 2024 conference, come say hi at the Piercing Wizard expo booth. We'll have exclusive shirts, pins, and hats that you can grab including a special shirt for supporters at www.patreon.com/ryanpba. On this episode Lola brings up an issue we think more piercers should talk about, is the "all gold"…

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247 - Ask-Us-Anything part 6: Guest Spotting, Jewelry Ordering, and Bad Apprenticeships 1:14:48

1M ago1:14:48

1:14:48

Ryan and Lola are back with another Ask-Us-Anything episode where we answer your burning questions.00:45: How do you grow your online presence?12:15: How to go about guest spotting.23:15: Using a Statim with reprocessed tools / clean item bulk storage.31:25: Efficient jewelry ordering methods and systems.43:20: Advice for piercers that went through…

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246 - Forward Helixes, Teaching in Spain, Building the New Shop(s) 59:12

2M ago59:12

59:12

Hola! Ryan and Lola sat down with frequent guest Jef Saunders while they were all in Zaragoza Spain to instruct at the 2024 APPE conference. They talk about teaching through a translator and how the conference was going after day 1. They also discuss forward helix piercings, how they perform them, and some educational content they have made about f…

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S5-07: Etched in Passion 45:27

2M ago45:27

45:27

Alicia Goodwin joins co-hosts Paulene Everett and Scott Bradford on this For the Love of Jewelers episode. She is the owner and creative force behind her business—Lingua Nigra. Alicia’s vibrant energy is contagious as they discuss her intense passion for raw, sculptural design and the influence of Mesoamerica and other historical jewelry on her wor…

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245 - Walk Ins Return (kinda), Constructive Critiques, and talking about Mental Health and Help 1:11:28

3M ago1:11:28

1:11:28

Please be aware this episode ends with a memorial to Canadian piercer Deacon Matheson who recently passed. Starting at 46:00 will be some thoughts from Ryan and Lola about mental health. Starting at 57:30 there will be some highlights from episode 232 featuring Deacon's voice. The majority of this episode will be Ryan and Lola talking about their r…

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S5-04: Peter Gilroy & Therese Keltner of Bonny Doon Tools 36:44

3M ago36:44

36:44

Peter Gilroy, owner of Bonny Doon Tools in Taos, New Mexico, joins Shane Hendren on the latest For the Love of Jewelers Podcast episode. Peter shares how he balances the many hats he wears running a two-person operation at Bonny Doon as well as his passion for creating unique, timeless pieces for his customers. Joining Peter on the podcast is machi…

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  S5-02: Forging the Next Generation 47:18

4M ago47:18

47:18

Middle and high school jewelry programs are booming across America as upcoming generations discover this captivating artform that combines creativity, critical thinking and endless potential! This episode of For the Love of Jewelers welcomes Bryan Petersen of Bozeman High and Stacie Smith of Gallatin High School—two enthusiastic Rio for Schools ins…

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244 - Managing Jewelry Repairs, Lola gets scarification, and BME news 59:34

4M ago59:34

59:34

In this episode Lola and Ryan talk about how to manage jewelry repairs in the studio. It may seem like a simple thing to get broken jewelry fixed, but like many other aspects of the studio we pick apart all the little complications. We also talk about Lola's experience of having scarification performed by Ryan, and we have some exciting news about …

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S5-01: Ben Claus: Divine Feminine Rising 47:15

5M ago47:15

47:15

Kicking off season five, our For the Love of Jewelers Podcast co-hosts, Paulene Everett and Shane Hendren, chat with the 2023 Fall Design Challenge Winner, Benjamin Claus. Tune in as they discuss the concept and inspiration behind his prizewinning design, Divine Feminine Rising. They discuss his path to jewelry making, the joy of connecting to othe…

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243 - Shadowing and observation, do's and don'ts 1:04:39

5M ago1:04:39

1:04:39

Who knows what secrets lurk in the heart of piercers? The Shadow knows. On this episode Ryan and Lola talk about setting healthy boundaries and expectations for shadowing (typically, observation outside of your home studio). We discuss some of our experiences with shadowing and how they can helpful for others, either as the host or as the shadowing…

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242 - Fair compensation in piercing & 2023 year in review 59:15

6M ago59:15

59:15

During Lola & Ryan's holiday Lord of the Rings marathon, somewhere between the battle of Helm's Deep and the battle for Minas Tirath, we recorded this episode for you. We talk about fair compensation in the body piercing industry as well as a few other subjects. We chat about pubic piercings, labret piercings, if clamps still have a place in the mo…

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241 - "Is this everything you have?" ...and other difficult questions 47:58

7M ago47:58

47:58

Join Lola and Ryan for another q&a episode where we discuss some questions submitted by our listeners. Is this everything you have for jewelry? Do you really need two needles for an industrial? Can you pierce around creases and wrinkles? How do you maintain good physical and mental health as a piercer? Should you pierce immunocompromised clients? H…

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240 - Eden Thomson from Absolution New Zealand 1:00:56

7M ago1:00:56

1:00:56

Eden Thomson from Absolution Piercing in Christchurch, New Zealand comes on the show this week. Eden and Ryan sat down in Sydney during the AUPP conference and talked about piercing, access to suspension, and the BME vibe. Eden is fantastic piercer from the other side of the world and I'm glad I could finally get him on the show. I have a new semin…

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S4–08: Boline Strand, Wearable Sculptures & the Symbolism of Seeds 49:22

7M ago49:22

49:22

Boline Strand, artisan and winner of the For the Love of Jewelers Summer Earring Challenge, draws creative inspiration from the minimalist traditions of Denmark while exploring themes of growth and transformation in sculptural jewelry design. With a background in painting and mosaic work, she experiments with form and color through traditional gold…

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239 - Surface Piercing and what we've learned along the way 56:55

7M ago56:55

56:55

For this episode Lola and Ryan do a deep dive into surface piercings (about 3/32" in most cases). We talk about surface piercing methods in 2023 and all the various methods we tried out going back into the late 90's. Surface bars, body placements, and a range of techniques from clamps and plastic jewelry up to punch & taper and wound shaping. We al…

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238 - Suzanne Hallett at AUPP Sydney 2023 50:53

8M ago50:53

50:53

I was really happy to have been invited to teach at the first Australasian United Professional Piercers (AUPP) conference in Sydney, Australia. While I was there I sat down with Suzanne Hallett, from the AUPP's board of directors, and one of the event's key organizers. We talk about how a local organization can push standards higher in ways that mi…

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S4–07: Bella Neyman & JB Jones, The Co–Founders of NYC Jewelry Week 59:10

8M ago59:10

59:10

Meet the co-founders of New York City Jewelry Week, Bella Neyman and JB Jones. With a Master of Arts in History of Design and Curatorial Studies, Bella is an established historian, independent curator and journalist specializing in contemporary jewelry and currently serves as the mastermind of programming for NYCJW. JB Jones employs her background …

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237 - Which conference is best? + business advice 1:14:15

9M ago1:14:15

1:14:15

Lola and Ryan went to all the conferences and all you got was this lousy podcast. We recap some of our favorite parts of the BMXNET conference in Berlin, the Professional Piercers Poland conference in Gdansk, and the UKAPP conference in Manchester. Every conference has its own personality, community, and benefits. We share our experiences to help y…

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Transforming Chaos into Order with Lisa Tselebidis 38:06

9M ago38:06

38:06

Welcome to the "Very Best Self" podcast! Today, we have an extraordinary guest with us, Lisa Tselebidis, a Home Organizing Consultant who has positively impacted countless lives, including Victoria's. Lisa excels at guiding high-achievers from a state of overwhelm to a place of organization, helping them thrive in stress-free environments. In this …

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S4-06: Peter Gilroy, Choose Adventure 47:12

9M ago47:12

47:12

Peter Gilroy is an industry innovator and artisan forged by his passion for rock climbing and self-inspired mantra, “Choose adventure.” After working during summers for his uncle, master goldsmith Phil Poirier, and internalizing years of jewelry-making knowledge, Peter now owns Bonny Doon Hydraulic Presses and Tooling. Additionally, he runs his own…

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236 - Responsible Experimentation: Live at BMXNET with Kale Roberts 1:17:00

10M ago1:17:00

1:17:00

This PWP was recorded in front of a live studio audience. Lola and Ryan went to BMXNET 2023 in Berlin, while we were planning this episode we got a suggestion from a US piercer named Kookie to invite Kale Roberts as our guest. Kale (ig: fleshpiece) recently transplanted from the US to Germany, and this was also their first full conference experienc…

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235 - Preventing Predatory Behaviour + International Conference Season 54:26

10M ago54:26

54:26

Lola Slider recently released a video presentation titled "Predicting and Preventing Predatory Behaviour". On this episode she discusses the importance of the topic with Ryan. You can watch the full video presentation for free at www.patreon.com/ryanpba. Ryan and Lola also discuss the upcoming piercing conferences they will be instructing at. BMXNE…

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Exploring AI with Jim Carter 57:13

10M ago57:13

57:13

Welcome to another captivating episode of the "Very Best Self" podcast! In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of AI (Artificial Intelligence) with our special guest, Jim Carter. In the first part of our conversation, Jim enlightens us about the transformative power of AI, its impact on various industries, and how it's integrated into…

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234 - Tongues, Cheeks, and Dermal Punches 1:39:15

11M ago1:39:15

1:39:15

Tongues and Cheeks and Dermal Punches, oh my. Ryan made a new video about tongue piercings and it sparked off a whole thing. Lola joins in for a conversation about common practices that have become less common, why, and what we're going to do about it. We approach tongues as a staple piercing that is making a comeback post-facemask-life. We approac…

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S4-05: Nick Noyes, Chasing the Joy 1:13:15

12M ago1:13:15

1:13:15

Jeweler, entrepreneur and influencer Nick Noyes creates one-of-a-kind heirloom jewelry designs, favoring high-karat gold, a stunning spectrum of custom-cut colored gemstones and intricate hand engraving. After years of creating handcrafted wire-wrapped jewelry to sell on the music-festival circuit, Nick attended the New Approach School for Jewelers…

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233 - Wikilea talks about piercing in China 1:14:28

12M ago1:14:28

1:14:28

The final interview in my APP 2023 series will be with a piercer who goes by Wikilea on ig. Wikilea was a POC (piercer of color) scholar for this year's conference, she is a piercer who might describe herself as an American piercer and as a Chinese piercer. Lola and I sat down with Wikilea to talk about the current state of the Chinese piercing sce…

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232 - Deacon Matheson, when its time to move on 50:09

12M ago50:09

50:09

Its pretty obvious when you need to leave a bad workplace, but what about when the workplace is mostly fine? Sometimes a piercer may plateau in a studio for various reasons, and it can be time to think about finding growth elsewhere. Canadian piercer Deacon Matheson sat down with Ryan and Lola during the 2023 APP conference to talk about what lead …

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Transforming Beauty Experiences: The Glowbar Success Story with Rachel Liverman Crane 38:25

1y ago38:25

38:25

Welcome to this captivating episode of the "Very Best Self" podcast! Our extraordinary guest today is Rachel, the visionary founder and CEO of Glowbar, a renowned beauty company revolutionizing the beauty experience. Prepare to be enthralled as we dive into Rachel's remarkable journey, where she overcame challenges to create a brand focused on deli…

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231 - J'son D'souza, India's mrpiercer 1:05:36

1y ago1:05:36

1:05:36

J'son D'souza is a piercer and studio owner from Mumbai, India. I met J'son at a conference in Germany and was happy to see him apply for, and receive, a legacy scholarship from the APP to attend their 2023 conference. Lola and I sat down with J'son to talk about some of the cultural history of jewelry and piercing in India. You'll find some fascin…

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The Power of Superfoods: Guide to a Healthy Lifestyle with Krystel De Groot 36:33

1y ago36:33

36:33

Welcome to the "Very Best Self" podcast! Today, we have a remarkable guest joining us, Krystel, the co-founder of YourSuperfood, a leading brand in the world of superfoods. Krystel is also the author of the brand new cookbook, "Your Super Life," where she shares her passion for healthy living through delicious recipes. In this episode, we dive into…

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Go Be Brave: Embracing Adventure, Kindness, and Purpose With Leon Logothetis 38:28

1y ago38:28

38:28

Welcome to the "Very Best Self" podcast! Today, we have an extraordinary guest joining us, Leon Logothetis, the celebrated author of the inspiring book "Go Be Brave." Leon's book delves deep into the incredible power of bravery and kindness, urging us all to lead purposeful lives and inspire others along the way. As many of you may already know, Le…

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The Jewel Of Entrepreneurship: Curating Success In The Jewelry Industry With Stephanie Gottlieb 30:32

1y ago30:32

30:32

In today's captivating episode of the "Very Best Self" podcast, we are thrilled to have Stephanie as our esteemed guest. As a founder and curator, Stephanie brings her inspiring perspective to the forefront. Tune in as she takes us on a mesmerizing journey through her entrepreneurial ventures and reveals the secrets behind curating a collection tha…

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230 - APP conference 2023 preview, Industrial piercings, and Apprenticeship progress 49:16

1y ago49:16

49:16

Ryan and Lola are getting ready for the 2023 APP conference! We talk about our classes and what we'll be doing in the expo. After our conference chat we talk a little about industrial piercings and our opinion(s) on if they should be healed with one piece of jewelry or two. We wrap up by talking about some of the progress Lola has made with her app…

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Awakening the Inner Spirit : Connecting With Your True Self With Mimi Bouchard 36:56

1y ago36:56

36:56

In this episode of the "Very Best Self" podcast, we're joined by Mimi Bouchard, a passionate advocate for meditation and a dedicated host of her own podcast. Mimi is also the brilliant mind behind the Super Human app, designed to guide individuals on their journey towards inner peace and happiness through meditation and mindfulness practices. With …

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The Science Of Brain Wellness And Longevity With Dr. Neil Paulvin 38:19

1y ago38:19

38:19

In this episode of the Very Best Self Podcast we have Dr. Neil Paulvin, an esteemed physician specializing in Functional Medicine, Integrative Sports Medicine, Regenerative Medicine, Osteopathic Manipulation, and Craniosacral Therapy. Dr. Neil shares his insights on preventing Alzheimer's disease and combatting brain fog. He provides practical stra…

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Unlocking Balance: Harmonizing Motherhood, Fitness, and Happiness With Tori Simeone Dietz 42:47

1y ago42:47

42:47

Welcome to another episode of the Very Best Self podcast. In today's edition, we are thrilled to have the incredible Tori Simeone as our special guest. Tori is a true powerhouse in the world of dance, a multi-talented professional dancer, lifestyle creator, and fitness enthusiast. Tori reveals her journey as a New mom, her transformative fitness ex…

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The Art of Balancing: How to Manage Two Thriving Beauty Businesses with CEO Brittany Lo 39:45

1y ago39:45

39:45

In this episode of the Very Best Self Podcast, Brittany Lo, founder of Beautini & Beia, discusses her journey as a young entrepreneur in the beauty industry. You will hear about Brittany's personal experiences and insights on starting and running two successful businesses. Brittany talks about how to turn a passion into a thriving career. Brittany …

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229 - Surface Anchors (Microdermals) 1:17:49

1y ago1:17:49

1:17:49

Surface anchors (aka microdermals, dermal anchors, single point piercings) were the coolest thing ever at one point... but many piercers, Ryan and Lola included, have either scaled them back or eliminated them altogether at this point. We discuss their inception, the innovations for jewelry and techniques, and also their limitations and common prob…

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Put Yourself First: How to Embrace Your True Self and Find Happiness with Tricia Huffman 38:27

1y ago38:27

38:27

In this episode of the Very Best Self Podcast, we are joined by Tricia Huffman. She is the author of "F the Shoulds: Do the Wants" and is a speaker and founder of Your Joyologist, a self-talk and mindset brand with a mission to inspire people to claim their joy and own who they are. We Talk about the importance of prioritising your own happiness an…

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S4-04: Monica Stephenson, Dedicated to Responsible, Ethical and Fair Practices 57:09

1y ago57:09

57:09

In Swahili, moyo means heart. Monica Stephenson, founder of ANZA Gems, founding collaborator of two NGOs—PACT and the Tanzania Women’s Miners Association (TAWOMA) of Moyo Gems—and President of the Board of Ethical Metalsmiths has devoted her career to responsible and fair-mined jewelry practices. A documentary film project in East Africa led her to…

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Changing Patterns By Healing Origin Wounds With NYC Top Rated Relationship Therapist Vienna Pharaon 45:52

1y ago45:52

45:52

In this episode of the Very Best Self Podcast we are joined by Vienna Pharaon, she is a licensed marriage and family therapist and one of New York City’s most sought-after relationship therapists. She has practised therapy for more than fifteen years and is the founder of the group practice Mindful Marriage and Family Therapy. She is the best selli…

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Stepping Into the Unknown & Believing in Yourself with Fewer Finer Jewelry CEO & Founder, Madison Snider 40:29

1y ago40:29

40:29

In this episode of the Very Best Self Podcast we are joined by Madison Snider, the founder of fewer finer. The brand was created around the idea that there’s an emotional component to those pieces of jewellery you choose to invest in—with time and love they become a staple part of who you are. We’ll get to hear the journey of building fewer finer a…

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Journey to Self Love and Self Acceptance with 2x Author and Yoga Lover, Jessamyn Stanley 51:26

1y ago51:26

51:26

In this episode of the Very Best Self Podcast we are joined by Jessamyn Stanley, she is an American yoga teacher, body positivity advocate and writer. She has written 2 award winning books and has a massive following on social media. She is a regular contributor for SELF Magazine and is consistently featured in many media outlets, including The New…

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Pouring Into You: Exploring The Power of Self-Belief And Hard Work With Boss Up Agency Founder Britney Turner 33:42

1y ago33:42

33:42

In this episode of the Very Best Self Podcast we are joined by Britney Turner, the founder of The Boss Up Agency and Its Meraki. She has been featured in publications like Business Insider, Real Simple Magazine, The Washington Post, Buzzfeed, and more. She loves to share tips with her audience on how they can become a more balanced boss by infusing…

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S4-03: Sarah Sides, Permanent Entrepreneur 1:09:03

1y ago1:09:03

1:09:03

Sarah Sides, CEO and owner of Love Weld and Permanent Jewelry Solutions (PJS) has experienced exponential growth since 2020. Her national Love Weld brand, currently in eight different locations across the United States, anticipates nearly doubling its storefronts by the end of 2023. Its sister-company PJS teaches welding safety and permanent jewelr…

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Aging Gracefully, Injections, Lasers, And Building A Business With Founder And CEO Of JECT NYC, Gabrielle Garritano 30:19

1+ y ago30:19

30:19

In this episode of the Very Best Self Podcast we are joined by Gabrielle Garritano, the founder of JECT. At JECT, they specialise in medical-grade skincare treatments for people who want to look their best, and who prioritise proper maintenance and a lot of self love. Our minimally invasive regimens — from injectables to medical grade facials — are…

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Give Yourself Permission To Be Needy: From Self Abandonment To Self Partnership With Mara Glatzel 53:09

1+ y ago53:09

53:09

In this episode of the Very Best Self Podcast we are joined by Mara Glatzel, intuitive coach, writer, and Needy podcast host. She is an advocate for prioritising yourself, being okay with the fact that you are needy and taking a responsive approach to self care instead of a prescriptive one. This is perfect if you’re on your journey of going from s…

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Self-Love, Acceptance, and Body Positivity With Model, Mom, And Founder of Saltair, Iskra Lawrence 41:34

1+ y ago41:34

41:34

On this episode of the Very Best Self Podcast we have the one and only Iskra Lawrence. She is a mom, a supermodel, the founder of Saltair and has a social media following of over 6M. She is an advocate for body diversity and self-acceptance, she founded Saltair as a way to make sure every person can feel comfortable in their own skin. She has been …

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228 - Downsizing, Retainers, and Referrals 1:14:44

1+ y ago1:14:44

1:14:44

Lola and Ryan discuss one of the most common issues facing today's piercing studios, and its not even about using a needle! Downsizing backings, changing out jewelry for retainers, and handling referrals from other studios is a daily occurrence for many of us. Sometimes this can be a quick service to fit in, but sometimes it becomes a speed bump to…

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