Best Fashion Decipher Podcasts (2024)

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EP 176: So you want to be an Educator? Here's 3 things to start doing today... 39:48

1h ago39:48

39:48

In this episode, we're diving into the exhilarating world of becoming a hairdressing educator. As someone whose journey as an educator has spanned continents and opened doors to countless opportunities, I've experienced firsthand the diverse paths available in this dynamic field. Whether you're drawn to collaborating with salon brands to shape indu…

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EP 175: Cuts for Change: How Hair Aid Breaks the Poverty Cycle 58:20

19d ago58:20

58:20

Hair Aid is an extraordinary organization dedicated to providing livelihood skills training to women recused from the sex trade, drug lords and those who live in critical poverty, and hair cutting skills. Once trained, the ladies can earn money, and create a pathway out of poverty. In Australia Hair Aid conducts Community Cuts events, providing fre…

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EP 174: Revolutionizing Hair Consultations: The Colourist Board and Seasonal Colour Analysis 50:55

24d ago50:55

50:55

Have you ever wondered why certain hair colours make some clients shine while others fall flat? The secret lies in understanding your client's unique seasonal palette. Whether they're a bright Spring, a warm Summer, a rich Autumn, or a cool Winter, discovering their perfect hair colour can enhance their natural beauty and boost their confidence. Ge…

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EP 173: What is Cinnamon Haircolour? Deciphering trends the easy way… 37:40

30d ago37:40

37:40

Cinnamon Hair Colour draws inspiration from the warm, spicy tones of cinnamon. Imagine the rich, deep, warm hues of cinnamon sticks – a mix of red, brown, and subtle golden undertones. This colour trend is all about bringing a natural, warm, and inviting look that’s perfect for those looking to add a bit of spice to their hair without going too bol…

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EP 172: The 5 Must-Know Copper Formulas for Every Brand You Need to Know 36:15

1M ago36:15

36:15

Achieving that perfect, fiery Level 7 orange copper can be a bit of a journey, especially when starting from different hair colours. Imagine this: five clients walk into your salon, each with a different starting point. One is a bright blonde, another is rocking a deep brownish black, the third has luscious dark brown locks, the fourth is already a…

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EP 171: Balayage & Toning Tips for Reds & Copper Hair Clients 41:07

3M ago41:07

41:07

Balayage is a technique to is adaptable to blondes, brunettes, brondes and redheads. Anyone that wants natural sunkissed haircolour is the ideal client to try subtle freehand techniques. There are so many different applications for different end results. The term balayage is taken from the French word for ‘sweeping’. ‘It’s a freehand hair colouring…

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EP 169: Chat GPT Prompts to help you Formulate Hair Colour 43:58

3M ago43:58

43:58

In the ever-evolving landscape of hair colour, where trends shift like the seasons, innovation is key. Among the latest advancements, one technology stands out: ChatGPT. Harnessing the power of artificial intelligence, ChatGPT offers a revolutionary approach to generating basic hair colour formulas. Wondering if Chat GPT can help you formulate hair…

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EP 168: Gold is for Filling Hair to go Darker (not for Grey Coverage). Here's why... 34:45

3M ago34:45

34:45

As a hairdresser, I understand there's a lot of misleading or contradictory information about hair colour formulations. It's time to stop sacrificing brightness and tone with fashion colours for grey coverage and vice versa. It's also time to stop making every Blonde client who requests to return to their natural brunette shade a reddish brown or a…

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EP 167: How to Fill Hair for Warm, Ash and Natural Results when going darker 39:10

4M ago39:10

39:10

Wondering why your client's hair turns green or red when you dye it several shades darker? In this episode, we answer that question. You need to fill your client's hair if you are going 2 or more levels darker. That is a colour principle that you need to memorise. Any brand. Any salon. Let me break it down for you: If you are only going one shade d…

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EP 166: Spilling the tea: Facebook Hairdressing group No-No's 37:19

4M ago37:19

37:19

I’m spilling the tea on Hairdresser Facebook Group Formula Requests, and why they’re a recipe for disaster! I am freaked out by the epidemic of stylists asking strangers on the internet for help. The questions, the comments, and the misguided answers all make me so nervous I break out in hives just thinking about it. Here’s the thing: 90% of all Ha…

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EP 165: How to Forecast Hair Trends (the easy way!) 35:21

4M ago35:21

35:21

In this episode, we're not just unravelling the mysteries of forecasting hair and haircolour trends – we're diving headfirst into my little black book of curated online resources. These aren't just any resources; they're the secret gems I turn to when I need a crystal ball into the future of hair fashion. Picture this: it's a bustling salon day, an…

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EP 164: Price Increase Strategies: How to Overcome Fear and Boost Your Salon's Profitability with Larissa McLeman 39:52

5M ago39:52

39:52

Many hairdressers and salon owners are apprehensive about raising their prices. The fear of alienating clientele and the uncertainty of approaching these changes can be paralyzing. The hottest topic on every news platform, when they’re talking finance, is the cost of living crisis. I understand this is making many of us in the hair and beauty indus…

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EP 163: 4 Ways Colour Trend Promotions Can Help Your Salon 19:11

5M ago19:11

19:11

Now is a great time to update your service menu. This could be something you aim to do seasonally or perhaps every fashion season, which would be twice a year. Updating your service menu by bundling popular services under exciting, trend-inspired names. Give your clients the thrill of trying something fresh with packages like "Cowgirl Copper Glaze"…

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EP 162: 5 Hair Colour Trends Every Salon Client Will Love 38:28

5M ago38:28

38:28

Welcome to the future of hair colour! As we embrace the cyclical nature of fashion trends, 2024 brings a delightful blend of nostalgia and innovation. This year, the colour wheel is spinning back to the 90s, and the hues predicted to dominate are nothing short of sensational. This podcast will help stylists know what’s hot and how to implement thes…

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EP 161: And that's a wrap! Season 4 finale of the Colour Kristina Talks Podcast for Hairdressers and Salon Owners 43:30

7M ago43:30

43:30

In this episode, we’re talking about Season 4 of the Colour Kristina Talks Podcast, and the highs and lows of 2023. If you’re looking for something new to binge on, you’re in luck because there are now 161 podcast episodes to listen to! WOW! I love a roundup or an “It’s a Wrap” end-of-year debrief because it makes you realise there are things to ce…

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EP 160: Pantone Picks: Peach Fuzz (Strawberry Blonde) as 2024’s Hottest Hair Colour! 43:09

7M ago43:09

43:09

I am super excited to reveal that Pantone’s 2024 Colour of the Year is Peach Fuzz. This means we’ll be seeing a lot of peachy-toned hair inspiration photos brought to life in the salon. Are you wondering how to transform Peach Fuzz into hair colour formulas and techniques? Is it just another way to describe Strawbery Blonde or perhaps something eve…

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EP 159: Email and Social Media Tips for Hairdressers, with Jessica Patton 1:03:57

8M ago1:03:57

1:03:57

Navigating the world of technology in the hair and beauty industry can be a daunting task, especially for the bustling stylists and salon owners who find themselves caught in a whirlwind of clients all day long. But let's not forget about those who aren't elbow-deep in hair dye – the ones wrestling with social media anxiety, unsure which platform i…

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EP 158: Beyond the Salon Chair: Mastering Consultations, with Crystal Green 1:03:08

8M ago1:03:08

1:03:08

Consultations are the key to your success as a Hairdresser. The salon chair is a sacred space for the client experience. It is important to know how we can best serve our clients without our ego preventing this. They don’t expect us to be a guru or to have all the information about every aspect of hair and world current affairs. They want to be see…

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EP 157: Revolutionising Education in the Hair Industry with Piloroo 55:24

8M ago55:24

55:24

Have you ever seen a hairdressing workshop or event shared on social media that was in your city and you wished you were there but knew nothing about it? Or perhaps you’re an educator or want to become one and you’re struggling to know more about planning dates in particular locations that don’t clash with another guest artist with a massive follow…

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EP 156: How to Show Your Face on Reels and Host Instagram Lives 39:45

8M ago39:45

39:45

Wondering how to become braver with showing your face on social media and skillfully taking the spotlight on Instagram Lives? In this episode, I’ll be sharing with you my strategies for going live on Instagram and growing your confidence in showing your face in reels. Every single time I go live I make a sale. Every single time you show your face o…

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EP 155: Stop relying on Instagram! Social-proof your business, with Nicole Healy 58:31

9M ago58:31

58:31

I love how Instagram Coach Nicole Healy teaches strategies in such an easy-to-understand way in her Social Salon School membership for Hairdressers and Salon Owners. In this episode, we’re talking about social proofing strategies for your business, plus why you can’t rely on just Instagram for new client attraction and communicating with your clien…

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EP 154: Exploring Bowlyage Techniques and Bib Innovations for Hairdressers, with Belynda Bennetts 48:59

9M ago48:59

48:59

Bowlyage and Hair Colouring in the salon chair just became a lot easier with this innovative range of pro tools for hairdressers who love to colour hair. I’m about to let you in on a big secret. You simply have to try it. There is nothing else on the market like this. The @hello.bleach Bib is the next generation of hair styling and colouring that i…

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EP 152: Basin Balayage is for Redheads (not Blondes) 29:00

9M ago29:00

29:00

We're going to explore how basin balayage can work wonders for our auburn, ginger, and strawberry blonde clients. We'll also break down why it may not always be the best choice for our blonde bombshells. So, whether you're a seasoned stylist looking to expand your expertise or a curious colourist ready to wow your redhead clients, this episode is f…

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EP 151: Peroxide Choice for Redheads 23:10

10M ago23:10

23:10

Why is no one talking about redheads with unwanted patchy glowing haircolour? It's insanely important to know how to avoid hot roots and banding with reds but hairdressers seem to struggle with this and clients are trying to ignore the problem and just accept it. It doesn’t have to be like this! Now this is where colouring for Redheads can get very…

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EP 150: What is Cowgirl Copper? Deciphering trends the easy way... 30:11

10M ago30:11

30:11

Copper will always be trending, whether we call it Kendall Copper, Cowgirl Copper or Pumpkin Spice, it’s a classic colour that all Hairdressers must know how to do. You can not simply have one tube of colour you mix up for every Copper request because there are so many variations that range from brownish caramels to vibrant orange and everything in…

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EP 149: The Secret to Gold Grey Coverage Hair Colour 21:54

10M ago21:54

21:54

As a hairdresser, I understand there's a lot of misleading or contradictory information about hair colour formulations. It's time to stop sacrificing brightness and tone with fashion colours for grey coverage and vice versa. It's also time to stop blaming the brand you use. In this podcast episode, I’ll share the Secret why choosing Gold instead of…

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EP 148: Slice Time off your Foil Highlighting 19:22

10M ago19:22

19:22

Wondering how to slice time off your Foil Highlighting? In this episode, we answer that question. I’m going to share what the fastest foil technique and angle you must know! It's a game-changer! This episode is my quickest conversation in the whole show's history because I just know if this episode title grabbed your attention, you’re after a fast …

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EP 147: How to confidently deal with difficult clients & prevent burnout, with Danny Lent 52:51

11M ago52:51

52:51

Ever felt the weight of the world on your shoulders? As hairdressers, we often give so much of ourselves to our clients that we forget to replenish our own spirits. It’s time to wave goodbye to burnout, anxiety and those limiting beliefs! There’s a powerful technique that’s been quietly revolutionising the beauty and wellness industry: Emotional Fr…

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EP 146: 3 Ways to Fire a Salon Client 32:33

11M ago32:33

32:33

Firing a client is never easy, but sometimes it's the best decision for your salon's success and well-being. Signs you need to fire a client might include constant lateness, no-shows, disrespectful behaviour, or consistently unrealistic expectations. Keeping a client who's causing stress and negativity in your hair salon can harm your business and …

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EP 145: Steal my 3 Top Trending Brand-Free Colour Formulas for Redheads 32:22

11M ago32:22

32:22

Red Hair Colours are challenging! The thought of a client entering the salon and asking for a red or copper hair colour transformation shouldn’t fill you with panic and worry! What if I told you there’s a way to formulate customised brights or natural-looking results for red and copper clients and actually feel excited about these requests…

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EP 144: 7 Must-Know Techniques for Haircolour Success 32:10

12M ago32:10

32:10

Fear? Not if you use these 7 must-know hair colour techniques the right way! Most Hairdressers start colour training by applying Global Tints or Semi-Permanents, however, not everyone is taught the theory and strategies behind formula decisions. In this podcast, I’ll be sharing with you the 7 most important colours to learn for haircolour success. …

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EP 143: Emotional Discounting is hurting Your Salon Biz with Maddi Cook 39:05

12M ago39:05

39:05

In this episode, we’re talking about Money Matters & how emotional discounting can be hurting your salon biz with my favourite boss lady, Maddi Cook. I have gone from surviving to thriving thanks to the education and coaching I invested in this year with Boss lady Maddi Cook to learn and implement new skills for creating profitable pricing with a s…

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EP 142: Secret Revealed! A sneak peek how my salon stopped no-shows 29:07

1y ago29:07

29:07

Sometimes, clients forget or have last-minute emergencies, but it can also be due to a lack of commitment and being inconsiderate that hairdressers lose revenue when they no-show or cancel without enough notice for us to fill their appointment. Implementing a deposit policy can help address this issue. Since I implemented my no-show and other booki…

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EP 141: How to Manage Your Social Media if Going on Vacation 19:49

1y ago19:49

19:49

Wondering if scheduling social media before a vacation works and why I’m talking about it? The answers are “YES it works” and I’m talking about this Vacation Instagram Strategy because I’m heading overseas in just a few days & will be actioning all of these steps myself. And I’ve done it all before when I’ve needed to step away from my business for…

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EP 140: Guaranteed No Stress Scheduling Apps for Social Media 28:13

1y ago28:13

28:13

As a hairdresser, you already know how crucial social media is for growing your business and attracting new clients. But with the demanding nature of our profession, finding the time to consistently post on multiple platforms can be challenging. That's where scheduling apps come in. They offer a range of benefits that can help streamline your socia…

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EP 139: Top 3 FAQ from 1,000 hairdressers about Red Hair 33:29

1y ago33:29

33:29

You don't get second chances when it comes to hair painting redheads. Clients don't give you a second chance. If you f**k up a client's red or copper they don't come back. They don't refer their friends to you. Redheads rebook every 6 weeks for colour retouches as opposed to Balayage clients every 6 months. What is the cost to your salon business i…

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EP 138: Balayage + Toning Tips for Reds and Copper Hair Clients 35:46

1y ago35:46

35:46

Balayage is a technique to is adaptable to blondes, brunettes, Brondes and redheads. Anyone that wants natural sunkissed haircolour is the ideal client to try subtle freehand techniques. I’ll be sharing with you in this podcast strategies for toning red hair and copper clients that request to go lighter because I want you to understand that it’s th…

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EP 137: 7 is the lucky number when painting copper hair. Here's why! 39:27

1y ago39:27

39:27

Would you like to learn the exact process that I follow to create beautiful "natural-looking" Coppers for my salon clients? Well, you're in luck! In this episode of the Colour Kristina Talks Podcast for Hairdressers, you'll learn my methods for creating classic orange-based coppers with a 5-6-7-8 levelling system that works with every single colour…

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EP 136: Easy AI Strategies to save Hairdressers time 28:59

1y ago28:59

28:59

Keen to cut down up to 20 hours per month of administrative work and writing social media captions? I sure am! Listen to learn what I have learned in my early experiments using easy AI strategies. I have tested out AI-generated course creation and blog creation with prompts. Some were great idea starters as opposed to full content creation done for…

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EP 135: 10 Must haves in Haircolour Correction Contracts 29:25

1y ago29:25

29:25

When it comes to salon clients requesting hair colour correction services, it's important to establish clear contracts to protect both the client and the salon. A well-drafted contract ensures that both parties understand their responsibilities, outlines the scope of work, and provides a framework for resolving any disputes that may arise. In this …

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EP 134: Decoding Hair Colour Tubes. What do the numbers really mean? 29:47

1y ago29:47

29:47

Decoding colour tubes is something we assume we should know. We assume everyone else in the salon knows it and I think in fear of looking silly or stupid we don't ask for help with it. What do the numbers really mean? Let me help you with this. In this episode, we’re talking about how to decode colour tubes with the strategy you need to feel confid…

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EP 133: The Real Secret to Formulating Reds & Copper Hair Colour 29:17

1+ y ago29:17

29:17

What is the real secret to formulating reds and copper haircolour? Is it the brand you use? It is impossible to achieve natural-looking coppers and red with your brand? Do you always get root glow when trying to cover greys in red formulas? These are the common questions that lead to fear-based colouring in salons. I don’t want that for you, so I’m…

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EP 132: Semi or permanent? Which is best for Red & Copper hair colours? 34:21

1+ y ago34:21

34:21

What is the Secret to Formulating Reds and Coppers with every brand? Should you be choosing a semi-permanent or permanent hair colour in the salon? Is it your colour theory knowledge that’s holding you back? Or perhaps you have some limited beliefs stuck in your head from someone you used to work with in another salon that was trying to be helpful …

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Cracking the Code to Your Wedding: Deciphering Wedding Planner, Coordinator, & Venue Manager 18:49

1+ y ago18:49

18:49

Join Kristina Stubblefield and Michael Gaddie as they explore the key differences between a wedding planner, coordinator, and venue manager to help make your dream wedding a reality. While many couples assume that the venue manager will take care of everything, they stress the importance of having a dedicated wedding planner or coordinator. But, do…

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Creating Memorable Events Through Entertainment with Max Maxwell 28:47

1+ y ago28:47

28:47

The latest episode of The Ring The Bling And All The Things podcast features Max Maxwell, a local celebrity known for his extensive work in music and the entertainment industry for nearly 49 years. He has performed in different countries, backed up famous musicians, and also worked in recording studios. The conversation between Maxwell, Kristina St…

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EP 131: Social Media Habits Hairdressers Should Adopt right now, with Jodie Brown 59:11

1+ y ago59:11

59:11

If you would like to establish yourself as the go-to-hairdresser for your dream clients but feel like you need more help & clarity on branding, you’re in luck! Because I am talking about all of these things with Hair + Beauty Branding + Marketing Educator – Jodie Brown. Personal Branding and what you are posting on social media are not the same thi…

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Vendor Etiquette: Communication and Respect 30:18

1+ y ago30:18

30:18

Navigating the wedding industry can be complex. With many vendors involved in creating your perfect big day, keeping communication clear is essential for success! Kristina Stubblefield, Sharon Rumsey, and Michael Gaddie unlock the secrets to ensuring your dream wedding runs as smoothly as a fairy tale. In a world where happily-ever-afters depend on…

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EP 130: What is the difference between business and personal branding? with Emma Lovell 53:57

1+ y ago53:57

53:57

Do you find it difficult to talk about your brand or business? Are you lacking the confidence you need to succeed? If you’re ready to learn how to gain authority in your space and attract more like-minded clients with branding that lets you stand out in the crowd this is the podcast for you. When your brand messaging is unclear or not attracting dr…

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Discover the Latest 2023 Wedding Floral and Design Trends 25:54

1+ y ago25:54

25:54

Are you planning your dream wedding and wondering what the latest floral and design trends are for 2023? Look no further than this episode of “The Ring The Bling And All The Things” podcast. Kristina and Sharon welcome Michael Gaddie, an experienced florist and designer with over 30 years of experience and a member of the American Institute of Flor…

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EP 129: How to do gender-free hair services 30:47

1+ y ago30:47

30:47

I've been asked this A LOT in my DM's recently... Q: How can I change to be a gender-free hair salon? A: In this episode, we’re talking about gender-free pricing and consultation strategies to help you and your salon to know how to offer gender-affirming hair services. Let's discuss 5 easy ways to make all folk feel welcome in your salon, including…

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