Curl Next Door

In the season three finale episode, Tamara and Stephanie are joined by renowned master colourist, hair expert and educator, Luis Pacheco who is also the creator of product line TO112. Luis shares his journey in the beauty industry along with celeb-encounters and an unfortunate perm, inspired by New Kids on the Block. Links: https://www.to112.com https://www.patreon.com/curlnextdoorpodcast https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/curly-hair-keeps-the-head-coolest-but-any-hair-is-better-than-none-180982424/

Stephanie and Tamara chat about hair from a totally different perspective as it relates to unwanted hair down there. From Bridgerton and wooly mammoths to a rare genetic disorder called Uncombable Hair Syndrome, tune in for the updates you need. Plus, Curl Next Door podcast takes recording on the road and into the salon for tips and advice from Kim Gabriel of Born Curly. Links: https://borncurly.net/ for more info or to book with Kim! https://www.patreon.com/curlnextdoorpodcast to support us! https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-features/queen-charlotte-style-natural-hair-journey-1235481163/

Tamara and Stephanie break down the Olaplex scandal, chat about Elyse Myers hair transformation plus ensuing backlash and delve into the importance of The Crown Act even though it's a marketing campaign sponsored by a huge corporation. Plus, hear six all new mini bio's of CND's that you either love and know or will be glad you heard about here!

Stephanie and Tamara catch up with Jonathan Torch, creator of the iconic Curl Keeper brand. This Toronto-based curly hair pioneer is full of tips tricks and a lifetime of knowledge.  Plus, find out HOW TO create your own local travelling basket of haircare products! 

Tamara and Stephanie unpack the Mielle hair oil controversy and discuss the intersections of racism, capitalism and influence in the beauty industry and curl community. Plus, an explanation of porosity tests - what they mean and how they work - and bios on comedian Michelle Butea and hairstylist (Oprah's very own) Andre Walker, creator of THE hair typing chart. https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/mielle-hair-oil-tiktok/

In episode #36 Stephanie and Tamara chat with Alecia May, the creator of the first ever CurlyCon! Alecia agrees to spill a couple of beans on what's in store for the next conference, coming to Toronto (and available virtually everywhere!) in 2023. Tune in to hear about a mistaken hairdresser identity, plus product reviews of the Rizos Curls X Thalia collab. https://www.curlnextdoor.ca/ https://curlyconevent.com/ https://rizoscurls.com/en-ca

Tamara and Stephanie chat with special guest Starr Mason about protective styles, hair typing and easy hairstyles for all of your holiday parties! Starr is a 4C curly girl and stylist with over 30 years of experience who currently works as a field leader and educator for Haircuttery family of brands. Plus the Curl Desk checks in with Michelle Obama on her book tour and reports on the curly-haired Youtuber breaking boundaries in Korea.

In the season three premiere, Stephanie and Tamara debrief on a REALLY bad haircut experience and discuss the ins and outs of hair plopping, asking listeners how far they would be willing to drive for a really good curly stylist. The gals tell mini bios including Quinta Brunson, Cole Walliser, a tribute to Sandra Pittana and Brandee Younger.

It's the season two finale! In this very special episode, Tamara and Stephanie are joined by psychotherapist Leah MacPherson to dive deep into the messy tangle of how our hair impacts self image and how we can show compassion for ourselves in the face of oppressive societal beauty norms. Plus, a look back on an exciting season, a look forward to some summer surprises and a powerful note from a CND listener.

Stephanie and Tamara debrief on the first ever CurlyCon - a global, virtual conference for the curly-haired community - and get a behind-the-scenes look at the development of a curly haircare brand. Joined by Michele Scott-Lynch, Founder and CEO of Boucleme, the trio discuss taking a stress-free approach to your hair journey and what it's like to create the scent of a product.

Tamara and Stephanie spend a joyful episode celebrating two impressively fierce entertainers and discuss the merits of sampling flute, sitar and saxophone in pop music. Tune in to hear the gals review their test drive of cult-favourite haircare brand Virtue's curl collection, and stay for the 80s and 90s nostalgia of mousse.

Stephanie and Tamara welcome very special guest Marisa Evason, of @MarisasCurls fame, for an episode all about the journey to healthier hair. With a deep dive into growing out greys, Oyin product reviews, and deets on the hair influencer who HAS launched a curl journal, tune in. You won't want to miss Marisa's desert island haircare routine!

This brand new episode has it all (channeling Stefon): a self-care and social justice mantra, product reviews, a giveaway and tips on how what you eat can translate into healthy curls. Not only that, but Tamara and Steph get ready to celebrate Earth Day by sharing the story of an incredible CND and her contribution to the environmental movement.

Stephanie and Tamara welcome SIX special guests to the show in this episode all about children and their curly hair. With a range of ages from four to eleven, and their unique points of view, listeners will get an earful from these cool kids. Can you guess what movie they are ALL influenced by?

In honour of Black History Month, Tamara and Stephanie present six mini bio's of changemakers who left an indelible mark. From doctors to fashion influencers, from the world of comedy to the psychedelic rock scene of 1960s Greenwich Village, these are stories and lives that made - and continue to make - a significant impact in the world.

In this episode, Stephanie and Tamara welcome Canadian beauty blogger Janine Falcon of Beautygeeks. The gals discuss wet brushing, how to choose the best products to test and what it really means to feel beautiful. There's more talk of Wordle and Tamara forgets how to count - the word beauty most definitely has six letters.

Tamara and Stephanie tackle everything from Wordle strategy to headscarves and take advice from a Queer Eye on how to squelch your hair. Episode 25 also features bios of the hottest new Disney stars and a late, great Canadian icon who prompted a lot of questions in his life.

In Episode 24, Stephanie and Tamara are joined by one of the world's foremost curl experts, Nubia Rëzo. This New York based master stylist, educator and curl authority has 40 years of experience in the hair industry and shares tips and tricks with the girls on everything from scalp health to self-love.

Episode 23 takes a Christmassy turn, with Stephanie and Tamara doing six mini bios that take you from Miami's South Beach to the kitchen of a Canadian chef and even delve into a super-hot toy you will no doubt relate to. This episode also asks the important question, "Is Die Hard a Christmas movie?".

Want to learn about dry wax, cool cars, and one of history's greatest female jazz musicians? Where else can you get hair tips and learn random new things in the same place? Tamara and Stephanie encourage you to love thyself and thy curls for a minimum of 30 seconds per day!

In a brand new format, Stephanie and Tamara bring on special guest Tammie Axworthy to answer questions about curls and colour. Tammie has been a stylist for over 25 years and is a salon owner and member of Goldwell's Canadian National Artistic Team. The girls review product, learn the difference between a bond protector and a parole officer plus find out why hair baubles are back!

Want to know what nut milk, hair pomade and massage oil have in common? Tune in to find out! Also in this episode, Tamara and Stephanie profile an agricultural scientist who was way ahead of his time and a 90s curl queen who is making a major comeback.

Stephanie and Tamara bio an iconic spooky character and a WW2 heroine in this pre-Halloween episode. Tune in to hear the inaugural CND spelling bee, and decide whether you think frizz should be tamed or embraced.

In this episode, Tamara and Stephanie chat about curly-haired cats, one-and-done hair styling products and practice some provocative tongue twisters. Plus hear two bios of very feisty, and noteworthy women who are making waves in comedy and healthcare.

CND is back, with a whole new season of curly bios plus product testing, interviews and special guests. This week, Stephanie and Tamara dust off their summer brains and ask questions like, "Are mullets still a thing?" and "Do you wash your hair right after you get out of the pool?". Plus, learn a new way to politely decline a party invitation when you just need a break.

In this special minisode, Tamara and Stephanie each interview their moms. Find out where it all began with Harriet and Leslie! Wishing a Happy Mother's Day to all of our listeners.

In the season one finale, Stephanie and Tamara switch things up for a firing round of six mini-bios! The girls chat about what's coming in season two, and the most important hair lesson of season one. Tune in for more discussion about Adam Sandler from a feminist perspective, a curly hairstyle that elicits a Capital Doubleyou "Wow" and much love for one of Canada's National treasures.

Ahoy! In episode 15, Tamara and Stephanie discuss how many products fit on a #curlshelf, and create a jingle for the previously unknown city of Vienna, Australia. All jokes aside, the CNDs featured take us all the way from a Hollywood starlet with a very big brain and impressive slash career to the world of professional ballet. Learn about these impressive women AND find out if player pianos really are making a comeback.

In episode 14, Stephanie and Tamara chat about hair journals, stories of discrimination and why it's a good idea to develop some new skills instead of just staying in the circus. Plus, in this Very Modern Podcast, we cover topics as far flung and opposing as Nietzsche and douche. I'm sure you are curious how this all relates to curly hair, yes?

Clump! (There It Is) Buckle up for a lesson on the physics of curly hair styling, and a breakdown of how to clump those curls. Tamara and Stephanie both choose CNDs with names that begin with the letter Z, taking a romp through the world of design, from swooping buildings to New York fashion week.

In episode 12, Stephanie and Tamara discuss working backwards from an important hair day, and present two CNDs that are both possibly the most famous woman in the world. This one is for all of you film and art history buffs!

Tamara and Stephanie try to break down co-washing, chat about hair colour, and share stories of a GOAT-contending singer and an activist you will want to know more about. Plus, there is singing!

In this episode, Stephanie and Tamara both share stories of trailblazing women who were the "first of" and "only one ever". Other topics discussed include microfiber towels for curls, and what makes curly hair curl.

Happy New Year! Tamara and Stephanie continue to test and learn new hair techniques while also exploring the lives of two artists. One is a painter and one is a musician, so tune in to hear some brand new curl-raising stories.

E08 – Were Your Curls Burning? In this episode, Tamara and Stephanie profile a fashion icon with serious acting chops and the most unexpected CND you will hear about all season. Tune in for some laughs and a listener question we attempt to answer.

From Hollywood curls, to space curls, CND has you covered with stories that will make your curls fly.

Stephanie and Tamara dive into 80s sit-coms, pre-war comic strips and clarify an issue around guys named Tim.

Tamara and Steph take a cultured approach to this week's curls next door, profiling one of the world's most notorious composers and a literary icon.

Men have curly hair issues, too. This week, Stephanie and Tamara delve into the respective worlds of rock music and comedy.

In a brand new minisode, Stephanie and Tamara reveal when the first podcast episodes were ACTUALLY recorded and provide a real-time update. Tamara also speaks into the wrong side of the microphone as the girls discuss remote podcasting and the technological learning curve, when you don't have a sound tech nearby.

Oops! Tamara and Stephanie pick the same princess to profile, but there is lots to discuss about this heroine, her hair and her story.

In episode 2, the girls chat about some seriously awesome curls in television and film, including a MAJOR curl controversy. Stephanie also explains curl types and breaks down how to classify your curls.

Stephanie and Tamara introduce themselves in the first episode of Curl Next Door and talk Greek mythology and true crime.