Shit I told my Hairdresser

This episode pulls back the curtain on the hair industry’s biggest lie—that working for a major brand, doing Fashion Week, and chasing influencer fame is the ultimate dream.It’s not.We sit down with a veteran stylist who left behind the corporate beauty world after years of travel, burnout, toxic contracts, and being treated as disposable talent. From behind-the-scenes chaos at Fashion Week to the reality of brand politics, non-competes, and influencer takeovers, this conversation exposes what really happens when you “make it” in the beauty industry.We get brutally honest about:The dark side of working for major hair brandsWhy stylists are walking away from corporate and going back behind the chairHow the rise of influencers is reshaping (and damaging) the industryThe truth about money, burnout, and the illusion of successWhy building a loyal clientele will always beat chasing online fameIf you’re a hairstylist, salon owner, or anyone in the beauty industry, this is the reality check no one gives you—until now.🎙️ Raw. Unfiltered. No industry BS.Follow Kate on instagram @This episode pulls back the curtain on the hair industry’s biggest lie—that working for a major brand, doing Fashion Week, and chasing influencer fame is the ultimate dream.It’s not.We sit down with a veteran stylist who left behind the corporate beauty world after years of travel, burnout, toxic contracts, and being treated as disposable talent. From behind-the-scenes chaos at Fashion Week to the reality of brand politics, non-competes, and influencer takeovers, this conversation exposes what really happens when you “make it” in the beauty industry.We get brutally honest about:The dark side of working for major hair brandsWhy stylists are walking away from corporate and going back behind the chairHow the rise of influencers is reshaping (and damaging) the industryThe truth about money, burnout, and the illusion of successWhy building a loyal clientele will always beat chasing online fameIf you’re a hairstylist, salon owner, or anyone in the beauty industry, this is the reality check no one gives you—until now.🎙️ Raw. Unfiltered. No industry BS.Follow Kate on instagram @Katecutmyhair hair industry, hairstylist life, salon business, beauty industry secrets, fashion week hair, influencer culture, hair brands, stylist burnout, salon owner advice, beauty business truth

What happens when two of the most respected names in beauty—Ted Gibson and Jason Backe—pull back the curtain on an industry built on ego, burnout, and outdated rules?In this raw, unfiltered episode of Sh!t I Told My Hairdresser, we dive into the real future of the beauty industry—where wellness, science, AI, and business strategy are replacing hustle culture and empty salon hype.From $2,400 celebrity haircuts to losing everything in Los Angeles, Ted and Jason break down:Why the traditional salon model is failingHow Convergence is redefining beauty through wellness + scienceThe truth about celebrity clients, success, and staying relevantWhy most hairdressers plateau—and how to break out of itThe mindset shift required to survive the next era of beautyIf you’re a hairstylist, salon owner, or beauty entrepreneur tired of feeling stuck, underpaid, or burned out—this episode will either wake you up or call you out.The industry is changing fast.The only question is: are you evolving… or getting left behind?For ticket and show information click link CONVERGENCE Join the shroom boom with ASCENSION beauty industry, hairdresser podcast, salon business, hairstylist success, celebrity hairstylist, wellness in beauty, future of hair industry, salon growth, AI beauty trends, Convergence eventBusiness → EntrepreneurshipYou’re talking money, growth, career strategy, and industry disruption. Arts → Fashion & BeautyThis is your core lane. you belong here for relevance.Education → Self-Improvementperform and level upHealth & Fitness → Mental HealthThe wellness + burnout + lifestyle hairdresser podcastbeauty industry secretssalon business growthhairstylist successcelebrity hairstylistTed GibsonJason Backesalon burnoutbeauty industry trendswellness in beautyhair industry futuresalon owner tipscreative entrepreneurbeauty educationAI in beauty industry

Think you understand 1099 vs W2 in the salon industry? Think again.In this episode of Sh!t I Told My Hairdresser, we break down a shocking real-life story from a stylist trapped in a toxic salon environment—where illegal 1099 practices, manipulation, and straight-up exploitation were the norm.From being forced to work full-time hours as a “1099 contractor”, to having credit cards charged without consent, to being controlled, isolated, and retaliated against this is everything that’s wrong with modern salon culture.We dive into:The real difference between 1099 vs W2 for hairdressersMajor salon red flags you should NEVER ignoreHow new stylists get taken advantage of (and how to stop it)The truth about toxic salon management and control tacticsWhy knowing your rights can save your career and your moneyIf you’re a hairstylist, barber, or beauty professional trying to navigate the industry, this episode is your wake-up call.👉 Know your worth. Know your rights. And stop letting salons play you.hairdresser podcast, salon industry, 1099 vs w2, hairstylist life, salon culture, toxic workplace, beauty industry secrets, hairstylist business, salon owner, independent contractor, salon horror stories, cosmetology, hairstylist tips, salon drama, beauty business, hairstylist career, toxic bosses, employee vs contractor, salon education, hair industry truth

The debate is back—and it’s louder than ever.After a viral episode on trauma dumping in the salon, we dive into Part 2 with therapist insights, real client comments, and the backlash that shook the industry. Some hairdressers say it’s part of the job. Others say it’s emotional burnout disguised as “being nice.”So what’s the truth?In this episode, we break down:Why clients treat hairdressers like unpaid therapistsThe real impact of emotional labor behind the chairSalon culture, ego, and toxic work environmentsHow trauma shows up physically in your bodyWhy boundaries are the difference between burnout and longevityIf you’re a hairstylist, salon owner, or someone who’s ever overshared in a chair… this conversation will hit.This isn’t just about hair—it’s about mental health, boundaries, and survival in the beauty industry.hairdresser podcast, trauma dumping, hairstylist life, salon drama, beauty industry podcast, emotional labor, client boundaries, hairstylist burnout, salon culture, toxic clients, behind the chair, hair industry talk, hairstylist mental health, salon stories, cosmetology life, hairdresser reality, client confessions, beauty business, hairstylist struggles, salon podcast

Hiring in the hair industry has officially gone off the rails.In this episode of Sh!t I Told My Hairdresser, we sit down with veteran stylist and educator Emily Bloom to break down what’s really happening behind the chair—and why finding good talent feels nearly impossible in today’s salon world.From a stylist who tried to take over the salon within 48 hours to shocking truths about how beauty schools are failing new hairdressers, this episode dives deep into the chaos no one is talking about.We unpack:The brutal reality of hiring stylists post-COVIDEntitlement, lack of work ethic, and unrealistic expectationsWhy new graduates aren’t prepared for real salon lifeThe disconnect between education, licensing, and real-world skillsInsane client stories (including one you won’t believe happened in a mall)If you’re a hairdresser, salon owner, or thinking about entering the beauty industry, this is the raw, unfiltered truth about what’s actually going on.🎙 Real stories. No filter. Just the sh*t hairdressers deal with every day.hairdresser podcast, salon industry, hair stylist life, salon owner, beauty industry, hairdressing career, salon hiring, hiring stylists, salon business, hairstylist tips, beauty school, cosmetology school, hair industry problems, salon culture, crazy clients, salon horror stories, stylist burnout, commission vs booth rent, 1099 stylist, behind the chair, hairdresser life, beauty industry secrets, hairstylist podcast, salon management, hairstylist career advice

What happens when you give your entire identity to hairdressing… and it gives nothing back?In this brutally honest episode of Sh!t I Told My Hairdresser, we sit down with UK stylist Luke to expose the reality behind the salon chair—burnout, toxic work environments, low pay, client trauma dumping, and the mental toll no one prepares you for.From being threatened with non-competes to needing therapy just to process clients’ emotional baggage, this conversation pulls back the curtain on what it really means to be a hairdresser in today’s industry.We also break down the shocking differences between the US and UK salon systems, why stylists are quitting in record numbers, and how the industry is failing the very people who keep it alive.If you’re a hairstylist, salon owner, or beauty industry professional, this episode will hit harder than you expect.If you want to meet Luke give him a follow on instagram @wavelengthluke ⚠️ This is the side of hairdressing no one wants to admit—but everyone is feeling.hairdresser podcast, hairstylist burnout, salon industry problems, toxic salon culture, client trauma dumping, hairstylist mental health, beauty industry truth, hairdresser life, salon owner issues, stylist burnout, non compete salon, hair industry UK vs US, hairstylist career reality, quitting hairdressing, behind the chair stories, salon drama, hairstylist boundaries, beauty industry podcast, hairdresser struggles, stylist life

Hairdressers hear everything—but sometimes the stories clients tell in the salon chair are almost too crazy to believe.In this episode of Sh!t I Told My Hairdresser, Jason, Lauren, and guest hairstylist Joti dive into the uncomfortable reality of what beauty professionals deal with behind the chair. From shocking client confessions to suspicious tragedies, we explore the growing trend of “sad fishing”—when clients tell dramatic stories to gain sympathy, manipulate situations, or even set up potential scams.The episode starts with a jaw-dropping salon story: a brand-new client casually reveals mid-appointment that her fiancé shot himself in the face and survived—only for the story to unravel into something that may not make sense at all. The conversation leads to a deeper discussion about how hairstylists often become emotional dumping grounds for strangers they’ve just met.But the chaos doesn’t stop there.We also dive into the darker side of the salon industry, including:Clients who lie or exaggerate tragic stories for sympathyThe phenomenon of “sad fishing” in salonsSuspicious GoFundMe scams targeting salon communitiesSexual harassment and unsafe situations hairstylists face at workWhy many stylists feel pressure to stay polite even when clients cross the lineThe emotional toll of working in an industry where boundaries are constantly testedIf you're a hairdresser, hairstylist, salon owner, barber, or beauty professional, these stories will sound painfully familiar.Welcome to the real world of salon drama, client confessions, and the unbelievable things hairdressers hear every day.hairdresser podcastsalon storieshairstylist lifesalon dramabehind the chair storieshairdresser horror storiesbeauty industry podcastclient confessionshairdresser podcastsalon storieshairstylist lifesalon dramabehind the chair storieshairdresser horror storiesbeauty industry podcastsalon culturestylist problemsbarber and hairstylist storiesbeauty professional lifecrazy client storiesclient confessionssalon horror storiesmanipulative clientsawkward salon momentshair stylist podcastsalon owner podcastbeauty industry talkhairdresser confessionshair salon podcast

In this episode of Shit I Told My Hairdresser, we break down one of the most confusing — and often abusive — pay structures in the beauty industry: the 1099 commission hairstylist.If you’re a hairstylist, barber, or cosmetology student who has ever wondered:• Should I be paid 1099 or W-2 in a salon?• Why does my salon take 50% commission but still call me self-employed?• Why am I suddenly responsible for 40% of my income in taxes?• Are non-compete contracts legal in salons?This episode answers it all.We share real salon horror stories about predatory pay structures, commission manipulation, illegal tax setups, and how some salon owners structure pay to avoid employment taxes while pushing all the financial risk onto stylists 1099 + commission.You’ll also learn:• The difference between W-2 vs 1099 hairstylists• Why some salons secretly prefer 1099 workers• How commission structures can hide huge tax liabilities• Why every hairstylist should read their salon contract• How credit card fees and product charges quietly reduce your pay• What labor laws protect stylists under the Fair Labor Standards ActIf you're building a career in the beauty industry, understanding how salon pay works could save you thousands of dollars and years of frustration.This episode is essential listening for:✂️ Hairstylists💈 Barbers💇‍♀️ Cosmetology students🏢 Salon owners🎙 Fans of hairdresser podcastsSubscribe to Shit I Told My Hairdresser for more brutally honest conversations about the beauty industry, salon culture, and the crazy stories every hairstylist has.And remember:Read the contract.Know your pay structure.And always protect yourself.

In this legendary episode of Shit I Told My Hairdresser, we sit down with Allen Edwards — the celebrity hairstylist who created the iconic Farrah Fawcett haircut for Charlie’s Angels and changed hair history forever From Beverly Hills salon rivalries to cutting Marcia Clark’s hair during the OJ trial, Allen breaks down the real stories behind the fame, the PR machine, and the industry politics no one talks about.Inside this episode:How the Farrah Fawcett feathered haircut was actually createdThe blow-curl technique that changed 70s layered hair foreverVidal Sassoon geometry vs freestyle texturizing methodsCutting hair live on Regis, Oprah & national televisionSalon wars, Sebastian betrayal & Beverly Hills power playsMentorship, stage performance & cutting hair to musicThe truth about celebrity clients and Hollywood egoIf you're a hairstylist, barber, salon owner, cosmetology student, or simply obsessed with iconic 70s haircuts, this episode is pure hair history.This isn’t just another hairdresser podcast episode — it’s a masterclass in longevity, technique, branding, and surviving five decades in the beauty industry.Subscribe, rate, and follow Shit I Told My Hairdresser for more unfiltered salon stories, celebrity hair history, and real industry conversations.Because legends don’t retire.They just keep cutting.For more Allen check out these videoshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LQn7W_sPqsghttps://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=allen+edwards+hair+stylist+