Best The Colour Cycle Podcasts (2024)

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

19d ago58:20

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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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Unveiling NAKED: a journey for cycle-breaking WOC [Ep 13] 24:38

21h ago24:38

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WE ARE BACK BABY! IT honestly felt so good to juice up my throat chakra and let her do her thing! And today’s a VERY exciting episode as doors to my 1:1 offering, NAKED are now open and that’s exactly what we talk about in this episode! What is it, why it exists and what threads make up its parts! Eeee so excited for you to listen to this one. Key …

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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

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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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Episode 98: Desperate for a pause, with no break in sight, & she didn’t even know it was burnout! 46:08

3d ago46:08

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Living in Toronto, Ontario, Gladys spoke about a particular time in her life during 2020/2021 where she faced extra demands in her work role, as well as marital discord as the relationship with her now ex-husband had taken a toll on her. Flooded with demands at work and on the go in her multifaceted work role and then only to return home to a negat…

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School Streets 56:46

12d ago56:46

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Dr. Tom Cohen, Reader in Transport at Westminster University and member of the Active Travel Academy interviews Dr. Asa Thomas, who recently completed his PhD research with the Active Travel Academy. Show notes and transcript link available at https://blog.westminster.ac.uk/ata/school-streets-ata-podcast-20242/. Show notes by Professor Rachel Aldre…

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Episode 97: The Identity Crisis Beyond Colour of a Queer South Asian Man Who Learned to Set Himself Free 55:58

19d ago55:58

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As a child Farhan was always told that he would be a failure and that he didn’t have potential. He faced resistance from family; however, he forged a pathway forward to becoming the helping professional he is today. His story includes himself, his family and society at large. Being a first- generation South Asian queer male, growing up in Canada, h…

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

24d ago50:55

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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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Getting naked in relationships [Ep 12] 16:08

25d ago16:08

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In this episode, I share a thread of lived experience relating to not needing to know exactly how to navigate relationships, but rather giving yourself permission to be human, learning as you go, and actually how important this is for deepening connection with the people in your life, whether new or existing. Key takeaways from this episode: All pa…

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

30d ago37:40

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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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Episode 96: A Chaotic Way through Burnout, while Uncovering Unfelt Emotions during Political Unrest 58:06

1M ago58:06

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Olga dives in to share that even when she was on the brink of burnout, initially she could only see it as a stress leave from work. Her story unravels her experience of her lost sense of self while battling through burnout as she worked with students and clients in the international students and immigration sector. It was September 2022 when she id…

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

1M ago36:15

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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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Guided Mirror Work: seeing the truth of who you are (Embodiment practice) [Ep 11] 19:57

2M ago19:57

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We’re doing something a little different in this episode. I am guiding you through some mirror work, a very potent practice I do with 1:1 clients and in workshops. This practice is so helpful in stripping back the societal noise so that you can start to see who you are away from all you've been told about you. It's a beautiful practice to connect t…

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Episode 95: A Cumulative Grief Experience – Teenage Sexual Assault, Shame and Regrets, Tragedies Experienced and Losing loved ones. 57:08

2M ago57:08

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Funmi shares the impact of an unfortunate teenage sexual assault, immigrating to Canada, marital challenges, the loss of both her parents within the span of 18 months, shame, and regrets along the way and how it all has forged her character and identity of who she has become today. She details that it took her a decade to work through the trauma of…

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What I've learnt since challenging my inner people pleaser and perfectionist [Ep 10] 16:24

2M ago16:24

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In this episode, I open up about what’s changed for me & what I’ve learnt since connecting to and getting more honest about my wants, needs, capacity, and making choices that feel true to me. Challenging parts of me that wants to people please and be ‘perfect’ for the people around me. It’s honest, vulnerable and from the heart. Key takeaways from …

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Good girl 'syndrome': Perfect bodies, sex & pleasure and using your voice [Ep 9] 16:38

2M ago16:38

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Is the inner good girl within you leading the way? In this episode, we look at what being a ‘good girl’ is and whether she’s running the show in 3 keys areas; in relation to your body, sex and pleasure and in using your voice. It’s a spicy one! Key takeaways from this episode: Being unhappy and exhausted on this journey of needing the ‘ideal, perfe…

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Episode 94: Entrenched in Struggle and Vulnerability, a Victim’s Journey through Narcissism 54:48

2M ago54:48

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Phoenix grew up in East Germany, still communist in 1972 with an enabling father, growing up being parented with a narcissistic mother she explains. Phoenix shares that she grew up in darkness, and her mother was lost within herself, not knowing her own identity, Phoenix slowly started to get to know herself, and as she did this, she felt she was s…

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Set some boundaries? (And nope this isn't your 'selfish era' babe) [Ep 8] 12:25

2M ago12:25

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Setting and communicating boundaries aren’t selfish. This isn’t your ‘selfish era.’ This is you recognising that your wants, needs, energy levels and capacity matters just as much as anyone else’s. This episode explores boundaries and why they’re so important on your journey of thriving beyond people pleasing. Key takeaways from this episode: Bound…

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Our Nervous System is rooted in the Earth - Episode 127 - Kate Kavanaugh 1:46:43

3M ago1:46:43

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Hey there are welcome to the wemove podcast. This week we continue Chris’s conversations into the Nervous System. In conversations one and two of this series, the focus has been with experts in nervous system regulation in Irene Lyons and Dominik Koch. Both of whom Chris has worked with and learned from in his own explorations and practices in NS r…

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Episode 93: The Dark Times, from Momentum to Chaos, ensued a Lost Sense of Self 45:58

3M ago45:58

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In his early 20’s, Sergio was living his best life, while performing well in secure employment that was inclusive of salary, pension, benefits, vacation time and all the bells and whistles. Sergio was excelling in his career, landing achievements and promotions, and studying part time. His life took a sharp turn after he sustained severe injuries f…

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Do you really need to prove yourself, again? [Ep 7] 14:35

3M ago14:35

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Through no fault of your own, you may just be on a hamster wheel of constantly needing to prove yourself. This episode explores how it’s become second nature to be in this state of proving and how doing this makes self & body acceptance challenging to really experience. Key takeaways from this episode: The need to constantly prove yourself keeps yo…

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

3M ago41:07

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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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Dare to disappoint: Making choices that feel true to you [Ep 6] 16:54

3M ago16:54

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Does the fear of disappointing others keep you attached to people pleasing and perfectionism tendencies? This episode explores why disappointing people is key, if you want to make choices that feel true to you, as opposed to ones that just fulfil everyone else’s expectations. Key takeaways from this episode: You’re not doing anything wrong when you…

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

3M ago43:58

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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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Is external validation the main ingredient or the cherry ontop of the cake? [EP 5] 15:19

3M ago15:19

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External validation isn’t a ‘bad’ thing, but is it keeping you attached to people pleasing behaviours? In this episode, I speak on the power of external validation and being affirmed by those around you, but also how being attached to people’s validations can be unhelpful, if you’re clinging onto what they say before understanding what you think an…

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Episode 92: Learning that her Identity is not the Crown 52:00

3M ago52:00

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Sarah delves into a moment when she was 10 years old experiencing her very first panic attack, not knowing what it was at the time. Growing up in a Christian faith, Sarah believed that she would get the support she needed given her belief that God helps to overcome the sensations of panic – the promise of faith. She later experienced depression in …

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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

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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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Is the 'perfect body' about pleasing others? [Ep 4] 11:51

3M ago11:51

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If I said that your perfectionist and people pleasing tendencies have links to your relationship with your body, how does that land? In this episode I talk about the connection between these tendencies, how you’ve learnt to relate to your body and the notion of the ‘perfect body.’ Key takeaways from this episode: What you’ve learnt about what your …

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

4M ago39:10

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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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A journey of a thousand miles: My people pleasing and perfectionist story [EP 1] 16:12

4M ago16:12

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TW: I talk about Anorexia Nervosa and Binge Eating Disorder Welcome to the very first episode of Unapologetic AF baby! I’m your host Rakhi Sachdev, and I am SO excited to bring this podcast fully alive! In this episode, I get down, dirty and vulnerable into my story with 2 eating disorders, where I believe my people pleasing and perfectionist journ…

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Why I've RE-committed to centring my coaching for WOC [EP 2] 9:28

4M ago9:28

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Welcome back boo! In this episode, we are getting spicy. I’m talking about the reasoning behind making the RE-committed decision to work solely with WOC and why the importance of this decision outweighs the fears I’ve had to do this. Key takeaways from this episode: The coaching industry is white washed and much coaching practice takes place throug…

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3 reasons why I use sensual movement to coach you [Ep 3] 9:51

4M ago9:51

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Are you ready to give less fucks about people’s opinions and feel more connected to your body, your creativity and full expression? In this episode I reveal a VERY powerful practice I use in my coaching, to help you connect and develop a relationship with the version of you who has some goddamn AUDACITY, can really elicit the parts of you that want…

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Episode 91: The Important Reminder of Showing up for Others, Just as You’d like them to Show up for You 52:29

4M ago52:29

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Sonia’s untold story revolves around her breast cancer diagnosis starting in 2017. She experienced physical and emotional trauma combined with heightened feelings. She had to work hard to overcome overwhelming thoughts and emotional pain when dealing with relationships during her cancer journey. This experience has been eye-opening, particularly in…

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Welcome to Unapologetic AF 2:08

4M ago2:08

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Are you a highly ambitious and creative woman of colour, who knows deep in her core that you’re here to take up space, own your voice and feel confident in who you are? Are people pleasing and perfectionist behaviours holding you back? Babe, I’ve got you! I’m your host, Rakhi Sachdev, Empowerment and Embodiment coach, on a mission to give you THE p…

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

4M ago37:19

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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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Episode 90: The Torment of Workplace Harassment in a Highly Toxic Workplace 48:01

4M ago48:01

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Her untold story reveals the levels of toxicity and bullying Stephanie experienced as she entered the workforce in a professional capacity, the way in which she tolerated workplace harassment, and how she eventually learned to handle the distress she endured. Stephanie shared that while her work role was at an established organization and she was n…

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

4M ago35:21

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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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Episode 89: He Started from the Ground up and the Unworthiness Cycle kept Repeating Itself 47:30

5M ago47:30

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Anthony dives right in to share how what he experienced from childhood to adulthood greatly influenced his present-day life. It began at the tender young age of six and carried forward until adulthood with multiple and continuous experiences of how he was impacted and influenced in his achievements and failures. When he arrived in Canada, he provid…

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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

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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

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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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Episode 88: The Journey of Unlearning, Undoing, Adapting, and Unleashing her Core Identity 52:05

5M ago52:05

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Fatima’s untold story is about being raised by her grandmother from 18 months, in Barbados after being born in Canada, and then returning to Canada at the age of 8, not knowing that her scheduled visit after so many years was going to become a permanent life change for her. She speaks about themes like navigating relationships, abandonment, grief, …

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