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The Evolved Stylist

Sarai Speer, Rebecca Taylor

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"The Evolved Stylist" - the podcast hosted by Sarai & Rebecca two badass, experienced hairstylist vets in their 40's. Get ready for a wild ride as we bring you hilarious anecdotes, unfiltered conversations, and a no-hold-barred approach to life, recovery, and personal growth. We're not afraid to embrace the gnarly work and dive deep into the woo, as we explore the journey of evolving into our highest selves. Join us as we navigate the ups and downs, the twists and turns, and the wild adventu ...
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Hi friends! Welcome to THINK OUT LOUD WITH ME, a chat-cast produced, hosted, and humbly offered by yours truly, Natalie P., from my neck of the woods to YOU…in YOURS. I’m taking full advantage of a Universally-accepted, irrevocable license to be curious, and held by every single one of us to engage others in constructive and enlightening conversation. After years of internal chatter, white boards full of wondering, logs of silent suffering, and physical and mental close calls, I’m exhausted ...
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The VIP Suite is the ultimate podcast for independent beauty, health, and wellness professionals. Hosted by IMAGE Studios Industry Expert and Certified Business & Life Coach, Matthew Landis, this empowering listen will provide solo entrepreneurs from all walks of life with invaluable insights, inspiration, and ignite a passion for success. Join us as we delve deep into the stories, strategies, and triumphs of salon suite trailblazers who are thriving in their businesses. Whether you're a hai ...
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Ooh! Send me a text! How fun is that?! Meet Kat, a resilient entrepreneur with over 15 yrs of teaching and training, who is on a mission to teach others how to embrace the mantra that everything happens for you, not to you. Fueled by a personal journey through domestic violence & emotional abuse, Kat shifted her narrative from victimhood to empower…
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Ooh! Send me a text! How fun is that?! To React or Respond is today's question. At first blush, React and Respond feel similar in meaning, right? Your thesaurus will tell you they are synonyms for each other, and I’m sure we've all used the words interchangeably at some point. But if you’re a communications nut like I am, semantics matter, and a lo…
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Trina Peckenham, a seasoned professional with over 30 years of experience, discusses her journey to specializing in hair extensions. Trina also advises aspiring specialists to find their "why" and invest in themselves through education, highlighting the importance of passion and connection with clients for success. Matthew Landis delves into Trina'…
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Ooh! Send me a text! How fun is that?! The stress from uncertainty in today's world has many of us feeling drained, worried, or even hopeless. Navigating your way through the day and keeping it REAL when everywhere we look we’re tempted with loaded headlines and soundbites of reasons to run and hide is…well…HARD. That's why I’m grateful to have con…
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Ooh! Send me a text! How fun is that?! Stop. For just a minute. Unclench your f^cking jaw. Drop your damn shoulders. Rub your temples. Take a slow, DEEP inhale through your nose. EXHALE that sh!t out your mouth. Say THREE things you’re grateful for and WHY. Slightly turn up the corners of your mouth. Get on with your f^cking day. I didn’t write tha…
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Ooh! Send me a text! How fun is that?! I found my way here to connect by the water and share space with a beautiful human, Lisa Cheney-Philp. Lisa is Visionkeeper of Women of the Water. She serves as a death doula, grief guide, shamanic practitioner, creative facilitator, artist, and river guide. Lisa belongs to the world as one who rewrites histor…
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Welcome back to another inspiring episode of The Evolved Stylist! In this episode, hosts Rebecca and Sarai share their recent experiences with retreats and delve into the transformative power of these immersive experiences. Rebecca begins by recounting a vivid dream she had about her upcoming retreat in Thailand, titled "Play with Purpose." Inspire…
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In this episode of The VIP Suite, Matthew Landis interviews acclaimed hair educator and mental health advocate Sarai Speer. Sarai shares her inspiring story of overcoming addiction and homelessness to build a successful career in hair and the creation of The Balanced Stylist Society. She discusses hitting rock bottom at age 31 before getting sober …
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Ooh! Send me a text! How fun is that?! I LOVE conversation around #mentalfitness, #mentalagility, #mentalmuscles getting stretched, limber, stronger, and ready to engage, flex and perform, no matter the situation. This means the soft, quiet, stuff. This means the vulnerable, courageous, raw stuff. This means the high-impact, charged, under-pressure…
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"Stripping Down to Our Core: A Journey of Self-Acceptance" Welcome to another heart-to-heart episode of The Evolved Stylist podcast, where your hosts, Sarai Speer and Rebecca Taylor, dive deep into the realms of self-acceptance, vulnerability, and the power of being seen. This episode is a raw and unfiltered exploration of the struggles we face wit…
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Ooh! Send me a text! How fun is that?! Every month is Mental Health Awareness Month, but in May, we turn up the volume and encourage the world to talk about mental health and offer hope for those struggling by highlighting options for help. In my local community, we have made great strides to support those suffering from mental health challenges, a…
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Welcome to an extra friggin' sparkling new episode of The Evolved Stylist podcast, where your hosts, the dynamic duo of Rebecca Taylor and Sarai Fucking Spear, bring you an electrifying conversation with the one and only Britt Carmichael. Britt, a self-proclaimed magical sparkle unicorn, joins us for an unforgettable journey through spirituality, s…
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Eloise Blake and Talbott Anderson share their inspiring journey of building a thriving salon business from the ground up. From the moment they took a leap of faith together, their partnership blossomed into a remarkable entrepreneurial adventure. Discover how their complementary strengths - Talbott's prowess in business management and marketing, pa…
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Welcome to another episode of The Evolved Stylist Podcast, where we dive deep into the world of hair, personal growth, and pushing the boundaries of what it means to be a stylist in today's fast-paced world. In this episode, Rebecca Taylor and Sarai Speer share their unfiltered thoughts on retreats, personal development, and the power of investing …
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Navigating Influencer Culture and Protecting Your Peace Episode Summary: In this enlightening episode of The Evolved Stylist, hosts Sarai Speer and Rebecca Taylor dive deep into the complexities of influencer culture within the hair industry, the impact of cancel culture, and the importance of protecting your mental health amidst industry drama. Jo…
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Welcome back to another enlightening episode of The Evolved Stylist Podcast! In this episode, Rebecca and Sarai engage in a candid and introspective conversation, sharing insights into their journeys as hairdressers and educators. Question 1: What inspired you to pursue a career as both a hairdresser and an educator? Sarai kicks off the conversatio…
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Welcome back to The Evolved Stylist Podcast! In this episode, Rebecca and Sarai dive deep into their recent experiences and revelations about their careers and passions. Rebecca kicks things off by sharing her exciting adventures in Thailand since our last episode. The vibrant culture, breathtaking landscapes, and enriching experiences all contribu…
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Episode 7 - Finding Flow: Balancing Passion and Boundaries Welcome back to "The Evolved Stylist"! In Episode 8, hosts Sarai and Rebecca dive deep into the delicate dance of finding flow in work and life. Join them as they explore the challenges of balancing passion, productivity, and boundaries, and share personal insights and strategies for discon…
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Episode 6 - "Delve Deep: A Conversation Starter Game" Welcome back to "The Evolved Stylist"! In this episode, hosts Sarai and Rebecca take a deep dive into thought-provoking questions in a game of "Delve Deep." Get ready for candid insights, personal revelations, and plenty of laughter as Sarai and Rebecca share their answers and explore the storie…
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Episode 5- Work-Life Balance Welcome to another insightful episode of "The Evolved Stylist"! Today, hosts Sarai and Rebecca dive deep into the nuanced topic of work-life harmony for hairstylists. Join them as they share their perspectives, practical tips, and personal experiences on achieving balance in the fast-paced world of hairstyling. Episode …
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Discover the remarkable journey of Julee George, a seasoned hairstylist with 36 years of experience, as she shares insights from beauty school to salon ownership and the transition to becoming an independent stylist. Dive into her captivating story, filled with lessons learned, challenges overcome, and triumphs celebrated in the dynamic world of ha…
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Welcome to "The Evolved Stylist," the podcast that's shaking up the hair industry and beyond! Join hosts Sarai and Rebecca, two seasoned hairstylist veterans in their 40s, for an unfiltered, no-holds-barred journey through life, recovery, personal growth, and of course, the wild world of hairstyling. In this inaugural episode, Sarai and Rebecca set…
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Episode 3- Shit Falls Apart Sometimes: Embracing the Beauty in Failure Welcome to "The Evolved Stylist," where hosts Sarai and Rebecca take you on a journey through the messy, beautiful reality of life, career, and personal growth. In this episode, Sarai and Rebecca dive deep into the transformative power of vulnerability, resilience, and the impor…
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Episode 4- Burnout Welcome back to "The Evolved Stylist"! We're incredibly grateful for all of our listeners tuning in today as we dive deep into a topic that's all too familiar for many hairstylists: burnout. In this episode, hosts Sarai and Rebecca tackle the tough conversations surrounding burnout, sharing personal stories, insights, and strateg…
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Episode 2 - Resolutions: Fuck 'Em or Don't Fuck 'Em Welcome to our no-holds-barred podcast where we take a sledgehammer to the traditional idea of New Year's resolutions. Hosts Sarai Speer and Rebecca Taylor are here to dissect the age-old tradition of setting resolutions and explore whether they're worth the hype or better left in the dust. Episod…
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