Podcasts about Stylist

Today kicking off our brand-new Stylist Spotlight series, and I am so excited to introduce Courtney Lussenhop of Inside Out Style Studio as our very first participant! In this conversation, Courtney and I dive deep into her inspiring journey from traditional business and nonprofit work to launching her virtual styling business, how her volunteer experiences revealed the true, transformative power of clothing, and the legacy she wants to leave for her daughter. Then, we pivot into an incredible live coaching segment. Where I break down how to confidently navigate virtual closet edits, manage time-pressed clients, and use a fascinating personality framework to tailor your communication so you can better support the people who need you most. If you've been looking to take your styling business virtual or trying to figure out how to keep your clients energized and on pace during a session, look no further because this one is packed with the exact strategies you need! If you've been feeling called to the world of fashion but aren't sure how to turn that passion into a paycheck, I've created a path just for you. Whether you're at the very beginning and need the fundamentals in Stylist School, ready to build your legal and marketing foundation with Business of Style, or looking for high-level community and up-to-date industry guides in our membership, Stylist Society, there is a place for you here. I'm obsessed with helping you get there bigger and faster than I did, because your art is worthy of massive compensation! To find the right fit for your current business stage and join our community of stylists, visit katetaylorstylist.com to get started.  Before you go, if you feel moved by this episode, or are lit up and feel connected to what I share today, I want to hear from you! You can send a DM or tag us on Instagram, @katetaylorstylist, or contact us through our podcast website at www.thekatetaylorpodcast.com. We would also be so happy if you left us a review with your thoughts on Apple Podcasts - I read and cherish every single one! What We Cover In This Episode:  Introducing Courtney as our very first participant in the new "Stylist Spotlight" podcast series [1:10] How her volunteer styling work with a Junior League program revealed the true, transformative power of clothing to build confidence and clarity [3:54] Courtney breaks down her primary offering she presents before jumping into a traditional closet edit with clients [6:18] The advice she recommends to other stylists which will make their path in business much easier [9:24] A live coaching segment with Courtney where I reveal how to execute closet edits efficiently and build client confidence in a virtual environment and more [15:25] The personality framework I learned from Alex Paulos, distinguishing between "pointy people" and "wavy people" [18:57] The way to pitch a necessary closet edit to a "pointy" client by directly tying the process to saving their time and energy [25:45] My strategy for an efficient virtual edit and the signature "three choices" method I use to keep the pace of a virtual call moving [28:40]  Links & Resources: Courtney's Website & Instagram The Junior League International  Alex Paulos (Instagram)  

Stylist Soul Story-Time: Beauty Industry CruisesThe Soul of a Stylist is a powerful Visual Video Audio book series that goes far beyond hair, makeup, and aesthetics—it dives into the heart, mindset, and purpose behind the beauty industry.Through compelling short stories, each episode explores the defining moments that shape stylists and beauty professionals: the setbacks that built resilience, the risks that sparked reinvention, the clients who changed everything, and the inner battles no one sees behind the chair.This series awakens the artist within.It empowers the entrepreneur behind the talent.It enlightens the leader hidden beneath the surface.The Soul of a Stylist isn't about trends—it's about transformation. It speaks to beauty pros who know they were called to something bigger than appointments and income goals. It honors the craft, the grind, the emotional labor, the intuition, and the courage it takes to turn creativity into a career.Each short story delivers inspiration with substance—real lessons, real growth, real elevation. Because when a stylist grows, their business grows. When their mindset expands, their impact multiplies.This is where passion meets purpose.This is where artistry meets identity.This is The Soul of a Stylist. www.BeautyIndustryCruises.com

Tonight we'll take a closer look at timeless clothing styles and the subtle details that make pieces feel truly well made. We'll explore a selection of men's wardrobe essentials while comparing texture, structure, comfort, and craftsmanship through soft-spoken into whisper personal attention and gentle fabric sounds.00:00 Analyzing your fit and colors06:46 Timeless Quality Details, Sweaters11:52 T-shirts15:46 Button up shirts24:10 Polo shirts31:01 Cotton shirt try on and fit WHISPER ONLYWhisper only from this point35:15 Pencil, lint rolling, final touchesThank you for being here! :) ♥

Send us Fan MailWhat A Stylist Actually Does with Kate Lauren HarperRecently week I sat down with Sydney-based stylist Kate Lauren Harper for a refreshingly honest conversation about what stylists really do and what that means for us as hair and makeup artists on set.If you have ever wondered what the stylist is actually doing while you are in kit, or how to build a better working relationship with styling, this episode is for you.We cover:What a stylist actually does, from brief to final lookHow mood boards, client decks, and feedback rounds shape the whole shootWhy timelines and budgets are never as simple as they seemThe unspoken etiquette of working on setHow the stylist x hair and makeup relationship works (and when it does not)Kate's path from Wollongong to lead stylist, including the ecomm grind that built her skillsWhy boundaries matter more than you think, for stylists and for usFollow TMI on IG Follow Vanessa on IGThe Makeup Insider Blog Vanessa Substack The Makeup Insider TikTok 

Stylist Soul Story-Time: Ban the Beauty Industry BulliesThe Soul of a Stylist is a powerful Visual Video Audio book series that goes far beyond hair, makeup, and aesthetics—it dives into the heart, mindset, and purpose behind the beauty industry.Through compelling short stories, each episode explores the defining moments that shape stylists and beauty professionals: the setbacks that built resilience, the risks that sparked reinvention, the clients who changed everything, and the inner battles no one sees behind the chair.This series awakens the artist within.It empowers the entrepreneur behind the talent.It enlightens the leader hidden beneath the surface.The Soul of a Stylist isn't about trends—it's about transformation. It speaks to beauty pros who know they were called to something bigger than appointments and income goals. It honors the craft, the grind, the emotional labor, the intuition, and the courage it takes to turn creativity into a career.Each short story delivers inspiration with substance—real lessons, real growth, real elevation. Because when a stylist grows, their business grows. When their mindset expands, their impact multiplies.This is where passion meets purpose.This is where artistry meets identity.This is The Soul of a Stylist.

A short look at how Drezily AI Stylist helps women plan daily outfits, prepare for events, build looks from recommended pieces, and make shopping feel more personal. Drezily Inc City: Milpitas Address: 691 S Milpitas Blvd Website: https://www.drezily.com/ Email: contact@drezily.com

Celebrity stylist Dani Michelle is known for creating looks that set trends and often ripple through the entire fashion industry. She works with some of the most influential tastemakers in the business, such as Hailey Bieber, Kendall Jenner, and Daisy Edgar-Jones. This week, she joins Hillary Kerr in the studio to discuss how some of her simplest looks have become so impactful, why she loves to use a mix of runway pieces and vintage, and how she gets her hands on some of the rarest archival designer pieces in the world. Plus, she shares her favorite sunglasses, bags, and color combinations for the season.  Watch this episode ⁠⁠here, on our new YouTube channel⁠⁠, and be sure to subscribe!

Celebrity stylist Dani Michelle is known for creating looks that set trends and often ripple through the entire fashion industry. She works with some of the most influential tastemakers in the business, such as Hailey Bieber, Kendall Jenner, and Daisy Edgar-Jones. This week, she joins Hillary Kerr in the studio to discuss how some of her simplest looks have become so impactful, why she loves to use a mix of runway pieces and vintage, and how she gets her hands on some of the rarest archival designer pieces in the world. Plus, she shares her favorite sunglasses, bags, and color combinations for the season.  Watch this episode ⁠⁠here, on our new YouTube channel⁠⁠, and be sure to subscribe!

"Anything will work again, as long as you unplug it long enough, even you." This simple principle serves as the heartbeat for reclaiming a life dedicated to authentic human depth. In a world optimized for digital efficiency and "frictionless" convenience, the true currency of a meaningful life remains the unscalable power of independent thought, presence, and intentional effort. In this episode of Gratitude Through Hard Times, Ashleigh Spiliopoulou explores the growing cultural movement of "Friction Maxing" — the intentional reintroduction of effort, inconvenience, and presence into our daily routines. Ashleigh shares insights from her month-long experiment with deliberate inconvenience, including rawdogging a 24-hour flight to Australia and ditching her headphones on daily runs. Together, the conversation dives into the rise of mainstream AI infiltration, the psychological dangers of AI Psychosis and FOBO (Fear Of Becoming Obsolete), and why healthy friction is ultimately the secret weapon for nervous system regulation, creative clarity, and deep human connection.   10 Memorable Quotes: "In a world of frictionless design, what if we friction maxed a couple things to add a little bit of meaning back into life?" "The more efficient and outsourced we get through really well-designed technology, the more it feels like life is kind of evaporating from us." "Why would I think for myself when AI could think for me?" "Frictionless isn't bad in every scenario." "The process was so beautiful, and then the result was so satisfying." "AI has so much potential and brilliance for so many areas of our lives, but it shouldn't be designed to replace our brain." "It's not necessarily teaching people something new. It's reminding them, this is how you used to live." "First we need to unlearn." "It's rebellious. It's so fun." "Anything will work again, as long as you unplug it long enough, even you." 10 Key Takeaways: The Origin of Friction Maxing: Exploring Catherine Jezer-Morton's January 2026 article in The Cut magazine that sparked a mainstream conversation on adding intentional effort to life. The Falsehood of Frictionless Relationships: Reflecting on Esther Perel's cultural work and how eliminating interpersonal friction directly fuels the loneliness epidemic. The Threat of Cognitive Decay: How outsourcing daily thought processes to technology results in a tangible feeling of your brain disintegrating. Understanding AI Psychosis: Confronting the psychological danger of over-trusting automated companions until you completely lose trust in your own mind. Dismantling FOBO: Analyzing the "Fear Of Becoming Obsolete" and how surrendering creativity and discernment to AI attacks our baseline human self-worth. The No-Headphone Run: Why leaving audio stimulation at home forced a deeper focus on surroundings, leading to a fresher, more imaginative brain. The Gesture of Friendship: How exchanging a frictionless voice note for a handwritten letter to Boston reestablished a visceral, emotional sense of connection. Rawdogging a Flight: The profound creative clarity that emerged from enduring a 24-hour flight to Australia completely detached from movies, podcasts, or Wi-Fi. Unlearning for a 180 World: Recognizing that surviving the modern technological landscape requires us to actively unlearn automatic habits to relearn how to think. Architected Attention: Understanding that tech companies deliberately engineer frictionless designs solely to fork over your attention, money, and will. About our Guest: Ashleigh Spiliopoulou is a freelance journalist and health writer specializing in women's health, travel, and culture. A former heptathlete, her words have appeared in prominent publications including Condé Nast Traveller, Marie Claire, Women's Health, Stylist, Dazed, and Glamour. She is also the Co-Founder of Sunnie Runners, an inclusive London-based run club, and SOLA, a supper club designed for women looking to build personal and professional connections. Built on a foundation of storytelling, her work advocates for the vital necessity of using creative friction to protect human meaning and connection.

What Does Your Personal Style Say Before You Even Say Hello? Get ready to unlock the secret to instant attraction in this energising episode of The Love Machine! This week, James Preece sits down with personal stylist and colour analyst Jo Novak to reveal how the right style changes can transform your love life before you ever open your mouth. The hot topic? Personal Style - and how it's your ultimate dating game-changer. Discover why wearing the wrong colours might make you look tired or even unwell, and why something as simple as choosing an analogue watch or the perfect belt can totally upgrade your first date look. Jo Novak shares jaw-dropping stories - like spending half a million pounds over a lifetime just trying to crack your personal style - and provides surprisingly simple tips you can use today to look more attractive and confident. Curious why black isn't the solution for everyone, or how a fresh style can boost your dating profile and your everyday confidence? You'll hear the psychological science behind first impressions and find out what accessories, grooming habits, and outfit combos make the biggest impact. Whether you're heading back out there, ready to reinvent your wardrobe, or just want to feel your best, this is the episode you cannot miss. Click play and let the magic of personal style work for you! About Jo Jo Novak - is a House of Colour Franchise Owner and expertly trained Personal Stylist and Colour Analyst, specialising in Client Transformations based on colour and style analysis. Jo guides clients to refine their image, strengthen their confidence, and express who they are through intentional, flattering style. https://www.instagram.com/houseofcolour_jonovak/ ************************************************************ About James James Preece is the UK's top Dating Coach with over 20 years experience helping singles all over the world. He is the host of the Love Machine Podcast. Get his free book when you join his newsletter : https://www.jamespreece.com/dating-newsletter/ Website: https://www.jamespreece.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamespreececoaching/

Stylist Soul Story-Time: The Garden of Discernment: The Final HarvestThe Soul of a Stylist is a powerful Visual Video Audio book series that goes far beyond hair, makeup, and aesthetics—it dives into the heart, mindset, and purpose behind the beauty industry.Through compelling short stories, each episode explores the defining moments that shape stylists and beauty professionals: the setbacks that built resilience, the risks that sparked reinvention, the clients who changed everything, and the inner battles no one sees behind the chair.This series awakens the artist within.It empowers the entrepreneur behind the talent.It enlightens the leader hidden beneath the surface.The Soul of a Stylist isn't about trends—it's about transformation. It speaks to beauty pros who know they were called to something bigger than appointments and income goals. It honors the craft, the grind, the emotional labor, the intuition, and the courage it takes to turn creativity into a career.Each short story delivers inspiration with substance—real lessons, real growth, real elevation. Because when a stylist grows, their business grows. When their mindset expands, their impact multiplies.This is where passion meets purpose.This is where artistry meets identity.This is The Soul of a Stylist.

In this episode, learn the reason why your clients, and people around you, are disrespecting you and taking you for granted. You'll learn the #1 reason why you are being disrespected and what to do about it. LOVE THIS EPISODE?Leave Your Ratings, Reviews & Comments on the Podcast! Your feedback allows for more nourishing content and for more on-point education for beauty & barber pros. SHOP PODCAST MERCH: https://the-beautypro-coach-shop.fourthwall.com/SHOP MY STOREFRONT: https://www.amazon.com/shop/thebeautyprocoachWANT MORE KRYSTINE? GET 1:1 COACHING: https://www.thebeautyprocoach.com/discovery-callsGET ON THE EMAIL LIST: ⁠https://bit.ly/3S5R2loSubscribe to The BeautyPro Podcast on Apple, Spotify & YouTube! APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-beautypro-podcast/id1700728724SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2km4Md6jjJMb7EyLvf0Huv?si=3f58fcf183e746e0Follow @thebeautyprocoach on Facebook & Instagramhttps://www.fb.com/thebeautyprocoachhttps://www.instagram.com/thebeautyprocoach

When a client goes to the cheaper stylist, they are not telling you your prices are wrong. They are telling you they were never your client. Ashley Diana walks through the mindset shift that protects your pricing, the income thermostat framework, and the truth most stylists need to hear about who is actually a fit for their business. Message me on Instagram @missashleyhair Resources and Links: Become the Highest Paid Hair Extension Pro in Your City: https://richstylist.com Low-Investment, High Impact 90-Day Coaching Program: https://richstylist.com/level-up Bond Bootcamp 2026 (Live Training Event): https://richstylist.com/bond-bootcamp More Clients, Less Posting $27 Mini Course: https://richstylist.com/more-clients Launch Your Own Brand of Hair Extensions: https://richstylist.com/brand-launch The #1 Salon Software for Hair Pros: https://hairproappointments.com Daily Content Ideas and Trends for Hair Pros: https://contentcalendarforhairpros.com Boost Your SEO and Showcase Your Education: https://www.certifiedhairpro.com/ Shop Destination Hair Extensions (Luxury Hair): https://destinationhairextensions.com Offer Financing to Your Clients (Cherry): https://withcherry.com/partnerships/alex-king

You've said it. Your fellow salon owners have said it. The industry has been nodding along for two years now: "There's just no one out there." It's time to stop agreeing with that story. Because it's not true. And it's costing you far more than an empty column. JOIN THE LIVE WORKSHOP WITH LARISSA MACLEMAN: The Always-Recruiting Salon Playbook | Tuesday 26 May ✨  Auckland: 1 PM | Sydney: 11 AM | *Los Angeles: 6 PM* previous day* Walk away with a custom audit of why you're not getting applications right now ✓ , a real working recruitment ad ✓, and an Always-Recruiting plan mapped out for your salon. ✓  So you'll never have an empty chair again.

Stylist and personal shopper Cathy O'Connor chats to Brendan about dressing for all your summer occasions without compromising your personal style: how to plan your photo pose, what to wear for a Communion, and why you always need to dress for yourself.

Stylist Soul Story-Time: The Garden of DiscernmentThe Soul of a Stylist is a powerful Visual Video Audio book series that goes far beyond hair, makeup, and aesthetics—it dives into the heart, mindset, and purpose behind the beauty industry.Through compelling short stories, each episode explores the defining moments that shape stylists and beauty professionals: the setbacks that built resilience, the risks that sparked reinvention, the clients who changed everything, and the inner battles no one sees behind the chair.This series awakens the artist within.It empowers the entrepreneur behind the talent.It enlightens the leader hidden beneath the surface.The Soul of a Stylist isn't about trends—it's about transformation. It speaks to beauty pros who know they were called to something bigger than appointments and income goals. It honors the craft, the grind, the emotional labor, the intuition, and the courage it takes to turn creativity into a career.Each short story delivers inspiration with substance—real lessons, real growth, real elevation. Because when a stylist grows, their business grows. When their mindset expands, their impact multiplies.This is where passion meets purpose.This is where artistry meets identity.This is The Soul of a Stylist.

This is an excerpt from: E170 | The Unexpected Joy of Sobriety (w/ Catherine Gray)Catherine Gray is the best selling author of The Unexpected Joy of Being Sober (2017). In addition to her books she has also been published in The Guardian, Stylist, The Telegraph, Grazia and The Lancet Psychiatrist. Her most recent book Little Addictions (2026) is out now. Today we discuss her journey to sobriety, the hidden role alcohol can play in mental health, and why giving it up can lead to a richer, more joyful life. We also explore the psychology of addiction, behaviour change, how one can strengthen their long-term thinking, why uncertain rewards are so addictive, the unexpected downside of gossiping and much more. Interviewed by Dr. Alex Curmi. Dr. Alex is a consultant psychiatrist and a UKCP registered psychotherapist in-training. Website: alexcurmitherapy.comCheck out The Thinking Mind  on Substack: https://substack.com/@thinkingmindpodcastIf you would like to invite Alex to speak at your organisation please email alexcurmitherapy@gmail.com with "Speaking Enquiry" in the subject line.Alex is not currently taking on new psychotherapy clients, if you are interested in working with Alex for behaviour change coaching , you can email: alexcurmitherapy@gmail.com with "Coaching" in the subject line.Give feedback here - thinkingmindpodcast@gmail.com Follow us here: Twitter @thinkingmindpod Instagram @thinkingmindpodcast

This week, Hillary Kerr sits down in the studio with celebrity stylist James Yardley. He's been a stylist for many years, working with clients such as Hannah Waddingham, Selma Blair, and more recently, Connor Storrie, the star of Heated Rivalry. They discuss all things styling Storrie on his rise to superstardom, working with major brands, and everything that went into prepping for their first Met Gala. Plus, Storrie himself chimes in with a special question for Yardley! Watch this episode ⁠⁠here on our new YouTube channel⁠⁠, and be sure to subscribe! 

This week, Hillary Kerr sits down in the studio with celebrity stylist James Yardley. He's been a stylist for many years, working with clients such as Hannah Waddingham, Selma Blair, and more recently, Connor Storrie, the star of Heated Rivalry. They discuss all things styling Storrie on his rise to superstardom, working with major brands, and everything that went into prepping for their first Met Gala. Plus, Storrie himself chimes in with a special question for Yardley! Watch this episode ⁠⁠here on our new YouTube channel⁠⁠, and be sure to subscribe! 

Fashion insider Sidney Szerlip — Net-a-Porter communications manager and freelance stylist — joins Literally Heinous for a full debrief on all things fashion. We're talking Met Gala war stories (including the moment a celeb discovered she was wearing the same look as Zendaya), the industry's reaction to Bezos taking over this year's Met, best dressed breakdowns, which stylists are running the game right now, butt crack trends, furry fluffy shoes, and what it actually feels like to work in fashion. Plus, obviously, a round of Chic or Freak.If you want genuine expert tea delivered with zero gatekeeping, this one's for you.

Let's talk about one of the BIGGEST fears salon owners have when growing a team…“How do I put a brand-new stylist on the floor without clients freaking out?” Because the truth is… most salon owners are terrified that the second a guest hears the word “new”, they'll immediately assume inexperienced, low quality, or risky.But here's the reality:Your fully booked senior stylist was once the stylist nobody knew about yet too.In this episode, I'm breaking down exactly how to confidently launch a new talent stylist, how your front desk should position them, how to market them online, and how to fill their books FAST… without making them sound “cheap” or inexperienced.We're talking about:✨ The luxury language your front desk SHOULD be using✨ What NOT to say when booking new talent✨ How confidence from your team directly impacts guest trust✨ The exact mindset shift salon owners need to make✨ Social media and website ideas to market emerging stylists✨ How to use availability and intro pricing strategically✨ Why guests actually LOVE discovering rising talent✨ How to position your salon as an education-based salon brandAnd one of the biggest reminders in this episode:New talent does NOT mean low value.If your salon has structure, training, and consistency behind the scenes… your guests will feel that.This episode is packed with practical scripts, positioning strategies, and mindset shifts that will help you stop apologizing for your new stylists and start confidently building future demand inside your salon.

In this episode, Ash Fortis, owner of XO Hair Lab and Director of Education at Sharkfin Shears, breaks down what it actually takes to build and retain a strong salon team. From recruitment and assistant training to leadership, communication, boundaries, and retention, Ash shares how structure, support, and clear expectations create a salon culture where people can grow and stay.

Stylist Soul Story-Time: The Shattered PrismThe Soul of a Stylist is a powerful Visual Video Audio book series that goes far beyond hair, makeup, and aesthetics—it dives into the heart, mindset, and purpose behind the beauty industry.Through compelling short stories, each episode explores the defining moments that shape stylists and beauty professionals: the setbacks that built resilience, the risks that sparked reinvention, the clients who changed everything, and the inner battles no one sees behind the chair.This series awakens the artist within.It empowers the entrepreneur behind the talent.It enlightens the leader hidden beneath the surface.The Soul of a Stylist isn't about trends—it's about transformation. It speaks to beauty pros who know they were called to something bigger than appointments and income goals. It honors the craft, the grind, the emotional labor, the intuition, and the courage it takes to turn creativity into a career.Each short story delivers inspiration with substance—real lessons, real growth, real elevation. Because when a stylist grows, their business grows. When their mindset expands, their impact multiplies.This is where passion meets purpose.This is where artistry meets identity.This is The Soul of a Stylist.

Millie Gooch is the founder of Sober Girl Society, author of The Sober Girl Society Handbook, and one of the loudest voices in the UK sober community for women in their twenties.But four years ago she was a blackout drinker.She didn't drink at all until 18, then went to uni, took three bar jobs, got paid in alcohol, and came out the other side a four-or-five-night-a-week binge drinker. PR and journalism after that. Free Bar Fridays. Ending up in Dover at 4am because she'd fallen asleep on the train. Three weeks in Thailand spent almost entirely drunk or hungover. A six-year relationship breakup at 24 that sent her head-first into another year of going out and getting hammered.She read a Stylist magazine interview with Catherine Gray on the tube one hungover morning. Took a photo of the article. Did nothing about it. Then in February 2018, after a night she couldn't remember at all, she downloaded the audiobook and listened to it for eight straight hours on the worst hangover of her life.That was her last drink.In this episode she walks through how Sober Girl Society started by accident, the trap of becoming "the sober person" instead of just a person, and what changes between year one and year four.If you enjoy One For The Road, then click follow to be notified of the release of our next episode.You can also access further content and shows on my Patreon account by clicking the link below.https://www.patreon.com/user?u=62824759&fan_landing=trueIf you want to connect with me via Instagram, you can find me on the instahandle @Soberdave https://www.instagram.com/soberdave/or via my website https://davidwilsoncoaching.com/Provided below are links for services offering additional help and advice, and links for Millie.Instagram.com/sobergirlsocietyInstagram.com/milliegoochhttps://www.amazon.co.uk/Sober-Girl-Society-Handbook-empowering/dp/1787634124/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1636881084&sr=8-1https://www.wearewithyou.org.uk/https://www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/alcohol-support-serviceshttps://nacoa.org.uk/https://alcoholchange.org.uk/Show producer- Daniella Attanasiohttps://www.grownuphustle.com/Instagram - @daniellattanasio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Made By Mammas, we're joined by fashion stylist and former This Morning fashion editor, Amber Jackson for a Friday Q&A all about style, confidence, and dressing both you and your little ones. From creating easy everyday outfits to navigating kids' fashion without the stress, Amber shares practical tips for building confidence through what you wear.The gremlins were in the microphones today and the audio isn't as clean as we'd like, but the content is top class, and if you want tips on fashion, you have to listen to this!Check out Amber's Instagram page hereFind a new episode every Tuesday & Friday and in the meantime check out Made By Mammas on Instagram: @madebymammas.Made By Mammas® is an Audio Always production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chris and Dominick are CHAMPING at the bit to discuss Lauren Sanchez Bezos in this week's Pre-Fixe (not for good reasons) and even the First Monday in May could not bury The Pussycat Dolls canceling their North American Tour and Blake and Justin settling their lawsuits. Then, Charlotte Rose Coleman, Stylist to the Stars (TM) returns to recap the 2026 Met Gala. They discuss the theme (or lack thereof), the hits, the MANY misses, and which people covering the event were the most insufferable!You can find Charlotte at @charlotterosecoleman and @charlotterose_style.You can find Dom at dommentary.com.You can find Chris at @thechrisderosa.Follow the show at @fixingfamouspeople and on YouTube.Subscribe to the Patreon Fixing Bonus People here.You can GIFT the Patreon to someone here.And listen to FREE Examples of the Patreon Bonus Content here!Or Subscribe to A La Carte Episodes in the Apple Podcast App.Pre-Fixe Ends Around 58:10.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Recently, a post from Dallas the Stylist stopped me in my tracks.It was raw. Honest. And for a lot of us… familiar.In this episode of the You Are Dope Podcast, Dallas opens up about growing up with shame, feeling like something was wrong with him, and trying to earn acceptance through perfection. What started as survival eventually turned into a deeper journey of healing and learning to love himself.We're also joined by Josh Noblitt—an ordained minister, licensed marriage and family therapist, and certified sex therapist—who helps unpack how shame begins in childhood, how it shows up in adulthood, and what it actually takes to heal from it.This isn't just Dallas's story.It's a conversation about the many ways people grow up feeling “not enough”… and what it looks like to finally break that pattern.We talk about: childhood shame and emotional wounds  conditional love and identity  perfectionism as protection  faith, religion, and healing  separating God from harmful messaging  what it means to truly accept yourself If you've ever felt like you had to perform to be loved… this one is for you.

In this episode, Ash Fortis, owner of XO Hair Lab and Director of Education at Sharkfin Shears, shares how health challenges, financial pressure, sweat equity, and major business setbacks shaped the leader she became.From navigating a team walkout during COVID to rebuilding stronger, Ash breaks down the hard side of heart-led leadership: protecting the culture, making difficult decisions, and creating a salon team that can actually last.

Stylist Soul Story-Time: The Prism and the PulseThe Soul of a Stylist is a powerful Visual Video Audio book series that goes far beyond hair, makeup, and aesthetics—it dives into the heart, mindset, and purpose behind the beauty industry.Through compelling short stories, each episode explores the defining moments that shape stylists and beauty professionals: the setbacks that built resilience, the risks that sparked reinvention, the clients who changed everything, and the inner battles no one sees behind the chair.This series awakens the artist within.It empowers the entrepreneur behind the talent.It enlightens the leader hidden beneath the surface.The Soul of a Stylist isn't about trends—it's about transformation. It speaks to beauty pros who know they were called to something bigger than appointments and income goals. It honors the craft, the grind, the emotional labor, the intuition, and the courage it takes to turn creativity into a career.Each short story delivers inspiration with substance—real lessons, real growth, real elevation. Because when a stylist grows, their business grows. When their mindset expands, their impact multiplies.This is where passion meets purpose.This is where artistry meets identity.This is The Soul of a Stylist.

Are you wearing color by preference — or are you using it with intention? Image consultant, stylist, and visual merchandiser Mikara Reid of MIIEN Consultancy defines color theory in fashion and breaks down how understanding the way colors interact and complement each other can help you build a personal color palette that harmonizes with your skin tone and controls the message you send before you ever say a word.#ColorTheory #ColorTheoryInFashion #PersonalColorPalette #ColorAndStyle #DressWithIntention #ImageConsultant #PersonalStylist #MikaraReid #MIIEN #FashionIdentity #StyleTips #ColorAndConfidence #HowToWearColor #PersonalStyle #SkinToneAndColor

Your hourly service rate is two hundred dollars to five hundred dollars. Admin tasks cost twenty-five dollars per hour. The math is simple but most stylists never run it. Ashley Diana breaks down the two worlds: the stylist doing all admin themselves vs the stylist who delegated the low-cost tasks. The delegation formula, the income threshold where help pays for itself, and how to know what to outsource first. Message me on Instagram @missashleyhair Resources and Links: Become the Highest Paid Hair Extension Pro in Your City: https://richstylist.com Low-Investment, High Impact 90-Day Coaching Program: https://richstylist.com/level-up Bond Bootcamp 2026 (Live Training Event): https://richstylist.com/bond-bootcamp More Clients, Less Posting $27 Mini Course: https://richstylist.com/more-clients Launch Your Own Brand of Hair Extensions: https://richstylist.com/brand-launch The #1 Salon Software for Hair Pros: https://hairproappointments.com Daily Content Ideas and Trends for Hair Pros: https://contentcalendarforhairpros.com Boost Your SEO and Showcase Your Education: https://www.certifiedhairpro.com/ Shop Destination Hair Extensions (Luxury Hair): https://destinationhairextensions.com Offer Financing to Your Clients (Cherry): https://withcherry.com/partnerships/alex-king

This episode is dedicated to our paying salon and spa clients! If you're hairstylist, barber or esthetician do any of these 7 things-- RUN! You don't want to invest into someone who doesn't appreciate their career, you or your time, energy and money. Leave your feedback in the comments and share this with your hairstylist friends and family! LOVE THIS EPISODE?Leave Your Ratings, Reviews & Comments on the Podcast! Your feedback allows for more nourishing content and for more on-point education for beauty & barber pros. SHOP PODCAST MERCH: https://the-beautypro-coach-shop.fourthwall.com/SHOP MY STOREFRONT: https://www.amazon.com/shop/thebeautyprocoachWANT MORE KRYSTINE? GET 1:1 COACHING: https://www.thebeautyprocoach.com/discovery-callsGET ON THE EMAIL LIST: ⁠https://bit.ly/3S5R2loSubscribe to The BeautyPro Podcast on Apple, Spotify & YouTube! APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-beautypro-podcast/id1700728724SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2km4Md6jjJMb7EyLvf0Huv?si=3f58fcf183e746e0Follow @thebeautyprocoach on Facebook & Instagramhttps://www.fb.com/thebeautyprocoachhttps://www.instagram.com/thebeautyprocoach

Want to become a session stylist? This episode with Anna Chapman is the practical route in — not the fantasy. I'm back in the HTCI PodShed with Anna Chapman, a leading session hair stylist with an instinctive understanding of hair and over a decade in top salons before moving into the session world. Todaywe're to have real catch-up since we last spoke in 2020 podcast episode. Anna breaks down the actual steps to get into session work today: how to position yourself if you're coming from salon, why session styling is a different job entirely, and what you need to do first to get on set. We get into the assisting ladder (what assistants really do, how to reach out, how to follow up, and how to get yourself rebooked), plus the skills that matter when the pressure's on for major brands. Anna also shares what to post on Instagram if you want work—how to show range, not just “glam”—and why persistence, visibility and standards are the long game. If you're serious about building a career in session hair, start here.   CHAPTERS 1:25: Breaking into Session Styling 6:47: The Reality of Assisting 12:21: Getting Paid as an Assistant 15:04: Defining Session Stylists 19:35: The Importance of Communication 23:11: Challenges for Women in the Industry 27:20: The Competitive Landscape 34:33: The Path to Success 37:49: The Importance of Apprenticeships 43:09: The Role of Social Media 50:26: How to Become an Assistant   RESOURCES FROM TODAYS EPISODE FOLLOW ANNA CHAPMAN ON INSTAGRAM @ANNACHAPMANHAIR FOR EVERYTHING SESSION KIT CLICK HERE  CONNECT WITH SESSION KIT ON INSTAGRAM @SESSIONKIT GET TICKETS FOR HAIRCON VISIT HERE : (USE CODE HTCI10 FOR 10% DISCOUNT) CONNECT WITH HAIRCON ON INSTAGRAM @HAIRCONSHOW FOLLOW HOW TO CUT IT ACROSS SOCIALS @HOWTOCUTIT

In this insightful interview, PR expert Carol Driver shares strategic tips on how small business owners, including tutors and entrepreneurs, can leverage press features to build credibility, expand reach, and grow their brands. Discover how to craft compelling pitches, navigate mindset blocks, and use media appearances effectively.About Carol DriverCarol Driver is a journalist with nearly 30 years' experience and former Femail Editor at MailOnline. She now helps brands and entrepreneurs secure consistent national media coverage, with features in The Telegraph, Daily Mail, The Sun, Good Housekeeping, Stylist, and Woman & Home, as well as radio, podcasts, and TV.Connect with CarolWebsiteFacebook GroupLinkedIn____________________

What is slow fashion — and what does it actually look like in your personal style? Image consultant, stylist, and visual merchandiser Mikara Reid of MIIEN Consultancy defines slow fashion and breaks down what it means to be intentional with what you own and wear — prioritizing quality, classic design, and deliberate choices over fast consumption.#miien #SlowFashion #WhatIsSlowFashion #SlowFashionMovement #SustainableFashion #IntentionalStyle #QualityOverQuantity #ConsciousFashion #PersonalStyle #FashionIdentity #SlowFashionWardrobe #DressWithIntention #StyleTransformation #AntiFFastFashion #WardrobeEssentials #personalstylist #miienconsultancy

Stylist Soul Story-Time: Salon Heir: The Art of TransformationThe Soul of a Stylist is a powerful Visual Video Audio book series that goes far beyond hair, makeup, and aesthetics—it dives into the heart, mindset, and purpose behind the beauty industry.Through compelling short stories, each episode explores the defining moments that shape stylists and beauty professionals: the setbacks that built resilience, the risks that sparked reinvention, the clients who changed everything, and the inner battles no one sees behind the chair.This series awakens the artist within.It empowers the entrepreneur behind the talent.It enlightens the leader hidden beneath the surface.The Soul of a Stylist isn't about trends—it's about transformation. It speaks to beauty pros who know they were called to something bigger than appointments and income goals. It honors the craft, the grind, the emotional labor, the intuition, and the courage it takes to turn creativity into a career.Each short story delivers inspiration with substance—real lessons, real growth, real elevation. Because when a stylist grows, their business grows. When their mindset expands, their impact multiplies.This is where passion meets purpose.This is where artistry meets identity.This is The Soul of a Stylist.

Discover stylist secrets for making thin hair look fuller! From blunt bobs to pixie cuts, learn which styles create volume, why lightweight products matter, and how natural ingredients like biotin and caffeine support thicker-looking hair.Visit https://trybello.com/collections/hair Trybello LLC City: Miami Address: 40 SW 13th St Website: https://trybello.com/

Brittany, Mike, and Producer Lauren are here to spill the latest about Zendaya's Stylist under fire, Pete Davidson's covering up tattoos, and Rachel Kennedy!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Getting dressed isn't just about clothes, it's emotional, it's personal, and it's one of the most powerful tools we have to step into who we want to be. So how do we actually use it?I'm joined by Erin Walsh, the stylist behind some of the most iconic women in Hollywood, Anne Hathaway, Selena Gomez, Mindy Kaling, and the mind behind Anne's unforgettable Devil Wears Prada 2 press tour.Fresh off last night's New York premiere, Erin walks us through what it actually takes to build a press tour of this scale, the Easter eggs, the Valentino Rockstud comeback, the meta moments, and why every look comes back to one question: how do you want to feel?We also get into Erin's CREATE method from her upcoming book The Art of Intention, and how the same tools she uses on red carpets can transform how any of us get dressed every single day.In this episode, we get into:What “intentional dressing” really means and how to actually do itThe 3-word rule Erin uses with every clientHow to find your style “superpower” and lean into itWhy clothes are emotional, and what to do when your closet feels like a strangerHow to get out of a style rutInside the Devil Wears Prada 2 press tour: the references, the collaborations, the chaosThe Valentino Rockstud comeback and why it actually worksHow Erin handles real-time criticism on the biggest carpets in the worldWhy fashion is moving back toward joy, from Matthieu at Chanel to Selena at the Golden GlobesThe “supernova” mindset Michael Kors gave her 20 years agoWhat's actually in a stylist's toolkit and the brands she swears byHer go-to jeans, white tee, and blazer, and where to shop each oneThe fastest way to elevate any outfit instantlyPre Order The Art of Intentional Dressing: https://a.co/d/00MdJuwSTimestamps:00:00 Intro, intentional dressing and why clothes are emotional02:00 Three words: the rule Erin uses with every client04:00 The “good bag” moment and dressing from feeling06:00 Why aesthetic quizzes fall short without emotional connection08:30 Finding your style superpower10:30 Owning femininity as a power move12:00 Getting out of a style rut13:30 What to do when you hate your outfit halfway through the day15:00 Color analysis, trends, and what's actually worth your attention16:30 Inside a first fitting with Erin Walsh18:00 Dressing through body changes with compassion20:00 “Breaking the shell”: vulnerability and style22:00 The CREATE method (Clarity, Ritual, Editing, Alignment, Truth, Expansion)25:00 Handling real-time criticism on the red carpet27:00 Why joy is the future of fashion (Matthieu at Chanel, Selena at the Globes)29:00 The “supernova” mindset from Michael Kors29:30 Inside the Devil Wears Prada 2 press tour31:30 Planning a global press tour at this scale33:30 The Easter eggs: the runway office, the blue Chanel sweater, the bangs35:00 Valentino in Japan, Balenciaga in Korea, Susan Fang in China37:00 The Valentino Rockstud comeback38:30 Toe cleavage, heels, and why flats don't work for her40:00 Final stops: New York and London40:30 The stylist's toolkit: what Erin travels with41:30 Her go-to jeans, tee, and blazer brands42:30 The fastest way to elevate an outfit43:00 OutroLet's Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stylist Soul Story-Time: The Magical Hairstylist's UnicornThe Soul of a Stylist is a powerful Visual Video Audio book series that goes far beyond hair, makeup, and aesthetics—it dives into the heart, mindset, and purpose behind the beauty industry.Through compelling short stories, each episode explores the defining moments that shape stylists and beauty professionals: the setbacks that built resilience, the risks that sparked reinvention, the clients who changed everything, and the inner battles no one sees behind the chair.This series awakens the artist within.It empowers the entrepreneur behind the talent.It enlightens the leader hidden beneath the surface.The Soul of a Stylist isn't about trends—it's about transformation. It speaks to beauty pros who know they were called to something bigger than appointments and income goals. It honors the craft, the grind, the emotional labor, the intuition, and the courage it takes to turn creativity into a career.Each short story delivers inspiration with substance—real lessons, real growth, real elevation. Because when a stylist grows, their business grows. When their mindset expands, their impact multiplies.This is where passion meets purpose.This is where artistry meets identity.This is The Soul of a Stylist.

Mic and Brigitte interview filmmaker / editor Eric Stanze (Anxiety, In Memory of, Smile BTS, The Long Walk BTS)They also discuss the woes of Editing, Brigitte's Convention lineup, and recent watches such as Anxiety, Touch Me, The Stylist, and They Will Kill You

Stylist CL White breaks down Coachella 2026 fashion trends, reacts to influencer styling backlash, and shares must-know tips ahead of Weekend 2. Host: Towanda Robinson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Your outfit speaks before you do...In this episode, I sit down with my personal stylist Sarah Kraus — live at Salesgirls HQ with a live audience in the room — to talk about something most sales coaches underestimate or completely ignore: what you look like when you walk in.Sarah breaks down the Visual Stack — the exact order your brain processes what it sees — and why by the time someone actually hears your words, they've already decided how much they trust you.We also get into:— The difference between your Trapped Self, your Authentic Self, and your Heroic Self (and which one most women are accidentally dressing as)— Why fit and silhouette say something specific about whether you respect your own body and the room— The "conversation zone" — where to keep styling details so people stay locked on your message— How to simplify your wardrobe so getting dressed stops costing you energy— Don't miss Sarah rapid fire her favorite places to shop for me at the endThis isn't about vanity. It's about congruence. Showing up looking like who you actually are — and who you're becoming.

Catherine Gray is the best selling author of The Unexpected Joy of Being Sober (2017). In addition to her books she has also been published in The Guardian, Stylist, The Telegraph, Grazia and The Lancet Psychiatrist. Her most recent book Little Addictions (2026) is out now. Today we discuss her journey to sobriety, the hidden role alcohol can play in mental health, and why giving it up can lead to a richer, more joyful life. We also explore the psychology of addiction, behaviour change, how one can strengthen their long-term thinking, why uncertain rewards are so addictive, the unexpected downside of gossiping and much more. Interviewed by Dr. Alex Curmi. Dr. Alex is a consultant psychiatrist and a UKCP registered psychotherapist in-training. Website: alexcurmitherapy.comCheck out The Thinking Mind  on Substack: https://substack.com/@thinkingmindpodcastIf you would like to invite Alex to speak at your organisation please email alexcurmitherapy@gmail.com with "Speaking Enquiry" in the subject line.Alex is not currently taking on new psychotherapy clients, if you are interested in working with Alex for focused behaviour change coaching , you can email - alexcurmitherapy@gmail.com with "Coaching" in the subject line.Give feedback here - thinkingmindpodcast@gmail.com Follow us here: Twitter @thinkingmindpod Instagram @thinkingmindpodcast

Iconic bridal content creator and stylist Hope LaVine joins us to share her journey from starting in bridal at 17 to becoming a trusted voice in wedding inspiration. After nearly a decade working with brides, Hope is now a bride herself and shares her perspective on family dynamics, bridal fashion, vintage trends, and planning an intimate wedding.   Follow Hope on Instagram- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/hopelavine/   Planning a wedding? It's time to plan smarter with Loverly's free wedding planning platform. From comprehensive ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠wedding checklists⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠guest list management⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠vendor manager,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ we've got everything you need to make your special day unforgettable. Let's be friends! Follow us on IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Loverly⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We're on TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Loverly⁠⁠

Ali Jacaruso Spent years in Hollywood as a stylist to A List celebrities but the doors she opened would lead her down a dark path. Christ set her free and now she's empowering others! Keep up with Alihttps://m.youtube.com/c/alilevinedesi...Support this Platform: We Need to TalkJoin this channel to get access to perks:   / @weneed2talktv    / alilevinedesign  FIRE SESSIONS (LIVE PRAYER ONCE A MONTH) https://www.skool.com/we-need-to-comm...Financially Support this Podcast:$TheAzonwusPayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted...Zelle: fwdprodinc@gmail.com Social media: Wordsbyezekiel Wenned2tlkpodcastListen to all podcast episodes:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0TKwMpq...FREEDOM GUIDE https://tr.ee/FreedomguideJoin Band of Brothers Men's Grouphttps://bandofbrothersintl.org/Book Us for an Event: http://www.wordsbyezekiel.com/bookeze...Merch: Wordsbyezekiel.com/shop Submit Your Story for a chance to feature - Email 5-10 min VIDEO LINK to: TheAzonwus@gmail.com

Send us Fan MailThere's a clear split happening in the salon industry.Some salons are building careers, places where stylists grow, stay long-term, and feel part of something bigger.Other salons are building jobs, places where people come and go, fill chairs, and never fully buy in.In this episode, we break down the difference between those two types of businesses and why it matters more than ever.We talk about leadership, structure, culture, and decision-making, and how small, daily choices determine whether your salon becomes a place where people build a future…or just collect a paycheck.We also share real observations from our own experience, what we've seen across the industry, and why many salon owners don't intentionally choose to build “job salons”; they drift into them.Your business should serve you, so that you can serve others.And what you build is shaped by the decisions you make every day.Key TakeawaysEvery salon is building either jobs or careers; there is no neutral. Job salons are transactional and often reactive. Career salons are structured, intentional, and growth-focused. Short-term urgency often leads to long-term instability. Being busy doesn't fix structural problems. The technician's mindset limits business growth. Leadership requires new skill sets beyond technical work. Turnover is often a symptom of deeper structural issues. Systems and clarity create stability for teams. Intentional leadership determines long-term success.Time Stamps00:00 — Opening + episode overview 01:00 — Jen's opening take: community and volunteering 04:00 — Todd's opening take: help-first mindset 07:00 — The split happening in the salon industry 09:00 — Job salons vs career salons defined 11:00 — Transactional environments vs team culture 13:00 — Short-term thinking vs long-term vision 15:00 — Stylist-dependent vs system-driven salons 17:00 — Why most salons default to “job mode” 19:00 — Urgency, bills, and survival decisions 21:00 — The technician's curse explained 23:00 — The hamster wheel of reactive business 25:00 — Why “busy” doesn't solve problems 27:00 — Career salons: structure, systems, development 29:00 — Why turnover eventually breaks businesses 31:00 — It works… until it doesn't 33:00 — Leadership growth and accountability 35:00 — Tier A thinking and intentional leadership 37:00 — Investing in people and education 39:00 — Trust, clarity, and communication 41:00 — Ignorance vs awareness in business 43:00 — Final thoughts: build with intentionLinks and Stuff:Our Newsletter Mentoring InquiriesFind more of our things:InstagramHello Hair Pro Website

This week on RHOBH, Sutton tries to force an apology, Boz gets a surprise proposal, Rachel's birthday gets soured by Rodger's Instagram caption to his girlfriend, and Dorit gets ditched at her book...cover launch party!Follow me on social media, find links to merch, Patreon and more here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Elizabeth Arnott is an award-winning writer and journalist and has written critically acclaimed historical fiction as Lizzie Pook. Her work has featured in publications including The Sunday Times, The Guardian, The Telegraph, and Stylist. On today's episode of Little Atoms, she talks to Neil Denny about her new novel The Secret Lives of Murderers' Wives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

My guest today is Poorna Bell - award-winning journalist, author and competitive powerlifter. Poorna has written for The Times, Grazia, Red and Stylist among many others, and her latest book, She Wanted More, examines the quiet revolution taking place among women over 40 who are questioning the rules they've been handed and rewriting what the next chapter of their lives looks like.She talks with me about what those rules actually are, who set them, and why so many women in their 40s are reaching a point where they simply refuse to keep playing by them. Poorna is honest about her own journey - losing her husband in her 30s, navigating a life that doesn't look like her mother's and finding an unexpected sense of peace in that - and she has a lot to say about the mental load, the patterns that get set early in relationships and why in 2026 we're still having the same conversation about who does the dishes.We also chat about:Why 90% of the 1,000 women Poorna surveyed said friendship - not family or romance - is what matters most as they get older, and what that tells us about what we've been soldThe concept of "weeding" your life - and the gentlest way to let go of friendships that no longer serve you without blowing everything upWhy the patterns set early in a relationship are so hard to shift later and what that means for the mental load conversationWhat it means to build a sense of purpose when mainstream society offers you precious little validation for living differentlyHow strength training replaced diet culture noise, and why Poorna lifts heavy weights not for how she looks, but for the bones she wants to have at 80Find Poorna on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poornabell/Find Poorna on Substack: https://poornabell.substack.comShe Wanted More is available wherever you buy books.If you enjoyed this episode then please leave a rating or review - and you can follow the podcast to ensure you don't miss future episodes. Thank you! Not Another Mummy Podcast is brought to you by me, journalist and author Alison Perry. I'm a mum of three and I love interviewing people about parenthood and confidence on the podcast. You can check out my other episodes and you can come chat to me on Instagram: @iamalisonperry or on Threads: @iamalisonperry. You can buy my book OMG It's Twins now. Music: Epidemic SoundArtwork: Eleanor BowmerSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/notanothermummy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.