Best Pet Stylists Podcasts (2024)

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Victoria Pedretti: I Felt So Insecure on Broadway But Now I’m Owning Who I Am 58:35

13d ago58:35

58:35

Welcome to the fifth episode of our new podcast, Don’t Change a Thing, sponsored by BetterHelp, the online, accessible therapy site. Visit Betterhelp.com/dontchange and use promo code: dontchange to try BetterHelp today. In this NEW episode of our podcast, "Don't Change a Thing," Elisa and Lily reconnect with actress Victoria Pedretti who previousl…

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How Designer Mara Hoffman Found the Courage to Shut Down Her Sustainable Label 1:07:05

28d ago1:07:05

1:07:05

Welcome to the fourth episode of our new podcast, Don’t Change a Thing, sponsored by BetterHelp, the online, accessible therapy site. Visit Betterhelp.com/dontchange and use promo code: dontchange to try BetterHelp today. In this NEW episode of our podcast, "Don't Change a Thing," Elisa and Lily sit down with Mara Hoffman, the groundbreaking sustai…

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Why Jordan Underwood Won’t Stop Dismantling Fatphobia 1:17:00

1M ago1:17:00

1:17:00

Welcome to the third episode of our new podcast, Don’t Change a Thing, sponsored by BetterHelp, the online, accessible therapy site. Visit Betterhelp.com/dontchange and use promo code: dontchange to try BetterHelp today. In this NEW episode of our podcast, "Don't Change a Thing," Elisa and Lily sit down with Jordan Underwood, a queer, trans, non-bi…

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How A Breakup, Losing a Pet & The Pandemic Made Sonya Renee Taylor Unapologetically Joyful 1:35:09

1M ago1:35:09

1:35:09

Welcome to the 2nd episode of our new video podcast, ‘Don’t Change a Thing’! In this episode, Elisa and Lily sit down with Sonya Renee Taylor, author of seven books including the best-selling The Body is Not an Apology, on her journey from life collapsing around her in 2020 to finding the ultimate home in herself through the power of radical self-l…

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Madonna’s Stylist B. Åkerlund Makes Middle Age Cool 37:03

2M ago37:03

37:03

Welcome to the relaunch of our podcast, with a new name, ‘Don’t Change a Thing’, sponsored by BetterHelp, the online, accessible therapy site. Visit Betterhelp.com/dontchange and use promo code: dontchange to try BetterHelp today. In our premiere episode, we sat down with the legendary B. Akerlund who has styled Madonna, Lady Gaga, Beyonce and more…

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Handling It: Quick Little Update with Our Friend Aga 16:10

11M ago16:10

16:10

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Handling It: Entrepreneurship, Social Media, Leadership and Empowerment (ft. Eddie Quinonez) 57:33

12M ago57:33

57:33

Are you curious about the ins and outs of running a successful grooming business? Eddie Quinonez, CEO of Paws at Main, joins us for a thought-provoking dialogue. He unveils the story behind launching his exquisite salon 'Paws at Main' with his wife, and how his leadership style has transformed an industry that was lacking in business acumen. We dis…

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Handling It: Behind the Shears (ft. Jacob Robinson) 50:49

12M ago50:49

50:49

Meet Jacob Robinson, a fascinating pet groomer and competitor on Groom Team USA. This episode is a riveting journey through Jacob's unique path into the world of pet grooming, from his original aspiration to become an Ag. teacher to his unexpected plunge into grooming. Discover how Jacob navigated challenges, self-taught to excellence, and was led …

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Handling It: Behind the Shears - Colin’s Story (ft. Colin Taylor) 1:00:15

12M ago1:00:15

1:00:15

Let's embark on a journey of Colin Taylor, a professional groomer from humble beginnings working in a pet shop, to becoming a worldwide renowned figure in pet grooming, Colin's story is one of passion, persistence, and love for furry friends. He shares his transformative experiences, including his move to the countryside to establish a unique produ…

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Handling It: Creating a Peaceful Space and a Positive Team (Ft. Rachel Colant) 1:11:35

1y ago1:11:35

1:11:35

Ever wondered how to create a perfect blend of positive vibes and high-quality service in a grooming salon? Meet Rachel Colant, second-generation groomer and shop manager at Jess Rona Grooming. With her assertive personality and impressive leadership skills, Rachel has carved a unique path to where she is today. From her start as a bather at PetSma…

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Handling It: Developing and Maintaining a Positive Mindset (ft. Christie Henriksen) 51:26

1y ago51:26

51:26

Can you imagine uprooting your life, moving states twice, pouring your heart and soul into a dream business, only to lose it all? This week we chat with Christie Henriksen, a passionate and resilient groomer, who walks us through her journey of losing her beloved grooming salon, Uptown Pups, facing depression, and finding her way back. Christie's s…

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Handling It: Working with your Partner (Ft. Nathan & Kathlena Austin) 58:07

1y ago58:07

58:07

What happens when love, passion, and a knack for grooming blend together? Meet grooming power couple Nathan and Kathleen Austin, who share their unique and inspiring journey in our latest episode. Starting from PetSmart in California, they've built a thriving salon and mobile grooming service. They've weathered the storm of failed business attempts…

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Handling It: Redefining Canine Wellness with PawMega’s Immune Modulator (Ft. Dr. David Farnum) 41:44

1y ago41:44

41:44

Get ready for an enlightening discussion with our remarkable guest, Dr. Farnum. An innovative veterinarian and entrepreneur, Dr. Farnum taps into his background to shake up the world of animal health, particularly canine nutrition which has seen little innovation in the past 30 years. His patented immune modulator, designed to boost an animal's abi…

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Handling it: Botaniqa, Revolutionizing the Pet Industry (ft. Agnieszka Pluta) 1:11:45

1y ago1:11:45

1:11:45

Join us on a journey of discovery with Agnieszka Pluta, co-founder of Botaniqa, who enlightens us on the art of proper pet grooming, the relevance of water, and the need to dilute products. More than a tutorial, it's a peek into an under-explored aspect of pet care, where hydration is key for achieving a shiny, healthy coat. Ready for some laughs? …

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Handling It: The Good, Bad, and Ugly of Social Media (ft. Anneli Burke) 1:04:33

1y ago1:04:33

1:04:33

Sit down with Gavyn, Sierra, and Anneli Burke as they discuss social media in all of its forms! Social media is a tool that can help build brands, business, and personal connections - but it isn’t always good. Join us as we discuss our personal experiences with social media and share tips on how to develop a thriving social media presence while mai…

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Handling It: Bad Clients 56:02

1y ago56:02

56:02

Ever felt overwhelmed with bad clients in your grooming business? We've been there too. In this heartfelt episode, we open up about our own experiences with bad clients and the importance of setting boundaries to manage our expectations. Dealing with difficult clients is an inevitable part of the grooming business, so we dive into some real-life ex…

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Handling It: Burnout 48:04

1y ago48:04

48:04

Nobody is immune to burnout, so we're sharing our top tips for managing it in various aspects of life. Whether it's creating a healthy daily routine or breaking down goals into smaller, more achievable steps, we've got you covered. Join us on this episode as we spill the tea on our own experiences with burnout and reveal our personal strategies for…

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The Risk of Revealing Yourself: Dancing To Be Seen with Kate Shela 1:00:23

5y ago1:00:23

1:00:23

In this week’s episode of our podcast, former Fashion Stylist turned Radical Dance Teacher, Kate Shela, wants to be seen for exactly who she is, no matter the “risk.” She exchanged her career in fashion and the dream of being a professional dancer (both paths that relied on achieving unattainable ideals of external perfection) for the rewards of he…

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Stacy London: A Midlife Renaissance After What Not to Wear 1:05:40

5y ago1:05:40

1:05:40

Elisa and Lily sit down with inspirational stylist, fashion consultant, author, magazine editor, and former co-host of What Not To Wear, Stacy London. Style by fire, Stacy’s trademark “Morticia” gray streak grew in when she was eleven and she has been refusing to hide it ever since. But it isn’t until turning 50 that she is actually having a midlif…

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Too Cute for Two Genders: Activist and Futurist Janaya Khan 57:47

5y ago57:47

57:47

Their own hero, Janaya’s all-black uniform can be packed in 7 minutes flat in case they are called to the front lines as an activist and organizer, where they have the responsibility of redirecting rage and rallying community around politically and socially charged moments. You will also find them wearing black in the boxing ring, where they have l…

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Becoming Herself by Becoming Others: Comedian Chloe Fineman 59:00

5+ y ago59:00

59:00

Relinquishing shame and stepping into her fullest self is what impersonating others did for Chloe Fineman once she discovered comedy. But her journey to this comfort within only came after lots of zigs and zags. For years, Chloe struggled to fit into a traditional acting career that demanded she shrink herself both literally and figuratively to fit…

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Neema Githere: Choosing Self-Love Over Yale and The Algorithm 59:34

5+ y ago59:34

59:34

Born in Kenya of Maasai and Kikuyu roots, Neema Githere has faced the harsh realities of growing up in racist America and, at 21 is proudly living the life of her choosing. With her crown of Bantu hair knots and rainbow braids, she had the smarts to get into almost every ivy league school from a small town in Colorado, where she was feared and feti…

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Sister Leona: A Shirtless Superhero is Setting Women Free 1:00:56

5+ y ago1:00:56

1:00:56

The objectification of women, as represented by the sexualization and thus censorship of their breasts, is such a profound form of systemic oppression that Sister Leona sees no other route to liberation than to rip off her shirt, tap into her inner superhero and take to the streets in protest. Her goal is to get the Equal Rights Amendment into the …

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From Number One to Freedom: WuTang’s RZA 1:06:19

5+ y ago1:06:19

1:06:19

Founder of The Wu Tang Clan, Rapper, Producer, Musician, Actor, Filmmaker, Author, Writer and soon-to-be creator of a TV show about his life, RZA (aka Robert Fitzgerald Diggs) is all grown up. From wearing army fatigues in the 90s, which represented the militant mindset that initially brought RZA to superstardom, the icon has emerged in 2019 as a R…

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Claiming Her Queerness at 40: High Maintenance Creator Katja Blichfeld 1:06:24

5+ y ago1:06:24

1:06:24

Co-creator, writer and director of HBO’s High Maintenance, Katja Blichfeld shares the agony and ecstasy of what has been a lifetime of coming to terms with her queerness. After going to an Evangelical Christian school as a child, Katja deeply struggled to honor the natural impulses of her sexuality. In her mid-thirties, during her marriage to High …

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Eat, dress, connect, and love life: Lebanese Filmmaker Pam Nasr 44:12

5+ y ago44:12

44:12

In a world that is quick to judge and fear the other, Lebanese filmmaker Pam Nasr doesn’t want to overlook the many ways we can communicate and seek bonds without words, whether it be through the food we share or how we dress. When she walks down the street in bold colors or flaunting her strong legs, Pam’s style screams, “I love life” and “I want …

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Amy Yeung: Having Less Has Given Her More 55:07

5+ y ago55:07

55:07

“When is it enough?” Amy Yeung has been asking herself this since becoming a mom 18 years ago. Now 55, Amy feels like she is a “naked baby chasing butterflies…every day is so much fun.” Amy already knew how to build success the consumerist way, with a big-brand career designing fast fashion destined for landfills. But following a breakthrough momen…

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Vivian Bang: The Hero of Her Own Story 52:00

5+ y ago52:00

52:00

From her grade-school role of “goth weirdo” among a sea of blond hair and floral dresses to playing a myriad of stereotypical Asian-best-friend parts in Hollywood, Korean-American actress and performance artist Vivien Bang has struggled to be seen and heard for who she is. It wasn’t until Vivien began to listen to her inner voice, which included a …

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Kamil Oshundara: You Can’t Unsee Me 59:16

5+ y ago59:16

59:16

23-year-old cultural activist Kamil Oshundara invites you to judge her by her cover. An open book when it comes to expressing herself, Kamil’s body is her altar and she is continually designing it as a means of altering perceptions and making it clear that she is her own person and not anyone’s product. With a rage that is love, Kamil’s authentic t…

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Betsy Huelskamp: An Everest Climber Negotiating Freedom 1:03:11

5+ y ago1:03:11

1:03:11

Often while riding her Harley Davidson and always driven by her immense love for this planet and the cultures that inhabit it, there is almost no wild and untouched place on this planet to which Betsy Huelskamp has not traveled. Despite having practically no time to train, and facing life-threatening hostility from the men around her, she reached o…

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Lysa Cooper: Making it Cool to Care 43:31

5+ y ago43:31

43:31

Superstar fashion stylist turned apothecary healer, Lysa Cooper, reminds us of the authentic New York of yesteryear, a time when phones were at home and ‘living in the moment’ was the only place to be. A time when style had less to do with shopping than enhancing our experience of ourselves and those around us. She talks candidly about leaving home…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Pet Stylists Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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Handling It

Gavyn and Sierra

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Don't Change A Thing

StyleLikeU

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Victoria Pedretti: I Felt So Insecure on Broadway But Now I’m Owning Who I Am 58:35

1
How Designer Mara Hoffman Found the Courage to Shut Down Her Sustainable Label 1:07:05

1
Why Jordan Underwood Won’t Stop Dismantling Fatphobia 1:17:00

1
How A Breakup, Losing a Pet & The Pandemic Made Sonya Renee Taylor Unapologetically Joyful 1:35:09

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Madonna’s Stylist B. Åkerlund Makes Middle Age Cool 37:03

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Handling It: Quick Little Update with Our Friend Aga 16:10

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Handling It: Entrepreneurship, Social Media, Leadership and Empowerment (ft. Eddie Quinonez) 57:33

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Handling It: Behind the Shears (ft. Jacob Robinson) 50:49

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Handling It: Behind the Shears - Colin’s Story (ft. Colin Taylor) 1:00:15

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Handling It: Creating a Peaceful Space and a Positive Team (Ft. Rachel Colant) 1:11:35

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Handling It: Developing and Maintaining a Positive Mindset (ft. Christie Henriksen) 51:26

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Handling It: Working with your Partner (Ft. Nathan & Kathlena Austin) 58:07

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Handling It: Redefining Canine Wellness with PawMega’s Immune Modulator (Ft. Dr. David Farnum) 41:44

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Handling it: Botaniqa, Revolutionizing the Pet Industry (ft. Agnieszka Pluta) 1:11:45

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Handling It: The Good, Bad, and Ugly of Social Media (ft. Anneli Burke) 1:04:33

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Handling It: Bad Clients 56:02

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Handling It: Burnout 48:04

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The Risk of Revealing Yourself: Dancing To Be Seen with Kate Shela 1:00:23

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Stacy London: A Midlife Renaissance After What Not to Wear 1:05:40

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Too Cute for Two Genders: Activist and Futurist Janaya Khan 57:47

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Becoming Herself by Becoming Others: Comedian Chloe Fineman 59:00

1
Neema Githere: Choosing Self-Love Over Yale and The Algorithm 59:34

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Sister Leona: A Shirtless Superhero is Setting Women Free 1:00:56

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From Number One to Freedom: WuTang’s RZA 1:06:19

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Claiming Her Queerness at 40: High Maintenance Creator Katja Blichfeld 1:06:24

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Eat, dress, connect, and love life: Lebanese Filmmaker Pam Nasr 44:12

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Amy Yeung: Having Less Has Given Her More 55:07

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Vivian Bang: The Hero of Her Own Story 52:00

1
Kamil Oshundara: You Can’t Unsee Me 59:16

1
Betsy Huelskamp: An Everest Climber Negotiating Freedom 1:03:11

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Lysa Cooper: Making it Cool to Care 43:31

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