Less Class More Sass: The Push to Deregulate Beauty
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What happens when the rules of beauty school start to change? Across the country, states are slashing required education hours for cosmetologists - and it's stirring up quite the debate. Is deregulation a step toward freedom and opportunity....or a shortcut that puts clients and professionals at risk? In this epside of Booked till June, we dig into the real impact behind those disappearing training hours. From the promise of faster careers to the fear of lowered standards, we're asking the big questions: Who really benefits from deregulation - and who might get left behind? Grab...
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The Original Beauty Boss: Martha Matilda Harper’s Beauty Backstory
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Before there was a salon on every corner, there was one woman who started it all. Martha Matilda Harper, a servant turned entrepreneur, opened the very first public hair salon in 1888 and built a beauty empire that empowered women worldwide. Discover how her inventions, her vision, and her unshakable belief in others transformed beauty into a business. This episode also marks the debut of our brand-new Booked till June segment: The Beauty Backstory - a special feature where we dive deep into the people, moments, and untold stories that shaped the beauty industry as we know it...
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The Texture of Equality: House Bill 1874
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Have you ever sat in a salon chair and realized the stylist had no idea how to handle your curls- or your coils? For many people, that moment isn't just awkward - it's a reminder of a bigger issue hiding in plain sight across the beauty industry. Washington State just made a major move to change that. House Bill 1874, better known as the Textured Hair Bill, is setting a new standard for inclusivity in beauty education. Starting March 1st, 2026, every cosmetology, barbering, esthetician, and hair design program in Washington will be required to teach comprehensive textured...
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Booked in Vegas: The Barber Expo Experience
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Vegas, barbers, and pool parties - oh my!! Misty hit the HUGE annual Barber Expo in Las Vegas, and we're spilling everything! From wild competitions and vendor finds to hilarious beauty show throwbacks - this episode of Booked till June is one you do not want to miss!
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The Beauty Passport: The Cosmetology Compact Explained
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Welcome to this week's episode, "The Beauty Passport: The Cosmetology Compact License explained!" Let's play a little game of "what if". What if you could pack up your shears, brushes, your blow dryer and your talent- and take them anywhere across multiple states without having to juggle five different licenses? Sounds dreamy, right? Well, Washington just signed onto the Cosmetology Licensure Compact, and it's about to make that dream a reality!! So what does this mean for you? How does this "multistate license" actually work? Who qualifies, and what hoops do you still...
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Is Gel Polish Under Fire? The TPO Ban, Nail Myths & A Little Science Tea
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What's happening in Europe is making waves in the world, and we're diving right in! Across the globe, a ban is actually taking place on TPO - a photo initiator that initiates the magic behind your gel polish curing. Sounds scienc-y? Don't worry, we're breaking it down in the most fun way possible. From whispers about cancer risks to fertility fears based on animal studies (no, nobody should be eating el polish). - We're unpacking the facts, the panic, and the real science. Plus, we talk about Doug Schoon, the "nail chemist extroarinaire," and whu his take on...
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Ep 14 Uniform or Unique The Unspoken Expectations
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Welcome back to Booked till June!! Come with us as we dive into a hot topic of discussion in the salon about the unspoken expectations of dress code or being unique. Which is acceptable? How do professionals balance self-expression with work place policies? Dress codes help salons maintain a polished, professional image, but strict rules can feel limiting and controlling for artists in an industry built on creativity. So, how can stylists stay true to their style while respecting salon guidelines? We will explore the importance of branding, professionalism and practicality. How personal...
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Ep 13 The Great Thermostat Debate!
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Picture this: you're sitting in a salon chair, halfway through a blowout, and suddenly you're sweating like it's mid-July-or shivering like you're in a freezer. Welcome to the thermostat tug-of-war we all know too well. Why does it always feel like the temperature in the salon is stuck in a constant battle between being too hot or too cold? In this episode of Booked Till June, we're diving into the great salon temperature debate: the push and pull between stylists trying to stay cool and clients wanting to warm up. Whether you're team turn it up or cool it down, we can all...
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Ep 12 Organized Chaos
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Ever wondered what happens behind the salon chair? In this episode of Booked Till June, Alyssa, joins Shawna and Misty to take a hilarious and insightful dive into the world of salon clutter. Is every stylist's station or dispense space just a chaotic mess?! Do salons run on caffeine and clutter?! And what's the secret to keeping everything organized in such a busy space? Grab a coffee- or a glass of wine - and join us as we bust myths, share laughs, and get real about how salons stay functional, stylish, and serene amidst the hustle and bustle. Whether you're a regular at...
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Ep 11 Christmas Hair Don't Care!
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Holiday Epiode: Christmas Hair Don't Care!! Welcome to a special holiday edition of Booked till June! In this festive episode, we unwrap the most outrageous and hilarious holiday hair requests from clients who dream of "Chrismas Magic" for their looks. From last-minute makeovers to celebrity-inspired looks, stylists share the humor, chaos, and holiday cheer behind the chair during the busiest time of the year. Join us as we wrap up 2024 with a Christmas twist! Merry Christmas eveyone!
info_outlineAs the years go by, you might wonder how to stay relevant or maybe thinking about leaving the industry....Misty and Shawna connect in a conversation about continued education, your social media presence, networking, adapting to trends, customer feedback, diversifying skills, and innovation. Miss Shawna doesn't know who Brad Mondo is!! Also when you are approaching the end of your career? Do you stay? Do you go? Scale back? Change careers? If you have done something for 20+ years, how do you walk away, and are you still relevant?? Join us for this personal conversation on Relevance.