Episodes
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Elizabeth L. Block, an art historian, is a Senior Editor in the Publications and Editorial Department at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. Dr. Block earned her PhD in art history at The Graduate Center, City University of New York, with a focus on 19th-century U.S. painting. She also holds an MA in American Studies from Columbia University, and a BA in English from The George Washington University. Dr. Block's book Beyond Vanity: The History and Power of Hairdressing, will be published by MIT Press in September 2024.
This conversation explores the history and power of hairdressing, focusing on the United States from the 1860s to 1900, the focal point of her new book. We discuss the stigma surrounding the hairdressing profession, its history, and the importance of recognizing its long legacy in our culture.
Preorder her book here!
I hope you enjoy!
- Clint
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In this episode, my friend Jennifer Loura, a celebrity hairdresser based in Los Angeles, shares her journey from growing up in Boston, becoming a designer, only to end up pursuing a successful career in hairdressing.
Jennifer shares her transition from working in a salon to focusing more on a celebrity clientele and the differences between the two worlds. They also discuss the role of agencies in the industry and the importance of building relationships..
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In this episode, Eugene Souleiman and I discuss his background in the punk scene and how it influenced his career in fashion. Eugene shares his journey from being a young punk, frustrating his mentor Trevor Sorbie to becoming one of the biggest session hairdressers of all time, working with the likes of Craig McDean, Pat McGrath, Clavin Klein, and the list goes on.
We also discuss the Wig Academy, an online educational platform which aims to change the dialogue and approach to hair education. This is a long conversation but there are a lot of gold nuggets. I hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, I interview my good friend David Cruz, a hairdresser based in New York City, about his journey in the industry. David shares how he discovered his passion for hair and the fortunate accidents that led him to a successful career. He also talks about his transition to session styling and the mentors who guided him along the way.
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In this episode, Hairdresser Benjamin James shares his journey in the hair industry. He talks about the competition and the challenges he faced in finding his place. Benjamin also shares his background and upbringing in New Zealand, including his love for skateboarding and its influence on his art and culture. Finally, Benjamin relays his experiences in editorial hairdressing and the resources he uses to fuel his creativity.
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Clara and I go way back. In this episode we talk about how she got started in the industry, how motherhood has effected her job, where she’s headed, and much more!
From Wall Group:
“Clara Leonard is a New York-based hairstylist. With a diverse skill-set, she is just as at home styling tresses backstage at fashion week as she is working with celebrities, magazines, and commercial clients. Leonard has worked with brands such as Shiseido, Maiou, Theory, Pantene, Adidas, Urban Inc., Glossier, and more. In addition, her work can be found in publications such as Wonderland, Russh, Puss Puss, Harper’s Bazaar Arabia, L’Officiel Mexico, Marie Claire Mexico & Latin America, and many others.”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NcabcGfBDBU
