The Mane Cut Podcast

Welcome to another episode of The Mane Cut! This week, Jade and Cataanda talk about what happens when relaxers are disguised as other treatments.

One of the most painful experiences that anyone can experience at the hand of a stylist, is having their hair either damaged through lack of care or altered without their consent. Yet, sadly, there are still people who have their hair permanently straightened without their consent, by stylists who conceal and disguise relaxers as other products (like conditioners and protein treatments) undoing years of someone’s hard work to manage, grow and strengthen th...

Welcome to another episode of The Mane Cut! This week, Jade and Cataanda talk about the business challenges that textured hair stylists face.

One of the most challenging things that stylists can face is balancing the creativity of serving their customers with the demands of running their own business and being the brand. From finding the perfect location, to choosing between a salon or a suite, and finding enough customers, there is always something for stylists to be working on. But the real question is, what are the essentials that will help stylists to truly thrive? We...

Rayven is an editorial and session stylist with over a decade of experience.

A force in both salon and editorial spaces, through mentorship and platforms like Texture on Set, Rayven is leaving her mark on the industry and supporting other stylists along the way —both behind the chair and behind the scenes.

Besides having a range of mentors to help build her career, Rayven is also a Mizani Educator. With all of this experience under her belt, in this episode, we talk to Rayven about her experience and how up and coming stylists can follow in...

Welcome to another episode of The Mane Cut! This week, Jade and Cataanda talk about the effects that menopause can have on your hair.

While there are more conversations about menopause than before, there isn’t much information out there about the impact menopause can have on your hair. From additional dryness, itchy scalp and hair loss, there are plenty of changes that women experience with their hair, scalp and skin during menopause and we dive into this in detail during this podcast episode to shed light on some of the symptoms, causes, and some ways to na...

Meet Jules

Jules is a celebrity, fashion and editorial stylist and make-up artist.

Besides having her work published in the LA times, and working Fashion Week, Jules has also supported celebrity clients like D Smoke, Lion Babe, Tasha Cobbs, George Clinton and many more.

With all of this experience under her belt, in this episode, we talk to Jules about the realities of building a career beyond assisting, what sacrifices she has made along the way and advice for stylists who also want to break into the field.

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Welcome to another episode of The Mane Cut! This week, Jade and Cataanda talk about children and teenagers doing too much with their hair.

We’ve all seen it. From young children having their hair constantly manipulated with next to no break, to teenagers adopting wigs and weaves, damaging their hair lines and changing up their styles every few weeks, we’re now seeing (more than ever) a huge decline in hair health amongst young people. But the real question is why? Is it social media? The internet? Following the trends of other people around them. We dive...

Meet Kay

Kay is an assistant celebrity and editorial hairstylist who has done some incredible work.

From working with stars heading to the Met Gala, to landing the cover of InStyle Magazine with Anna Delvey to presenting on stage at Textured on Set and being mentored by the one and only Naeema LaFond.

Given Kay has already done so much, in this episode, we talk talk about what it’s really like to build a career in the hair industry and advice to anyone else who is interested in the field.

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Welcome to another episode of The Mane Cut! This week, Jade and Cataanda talk about how we can deal with judgement and stereotypes because of our hair.

Now we know the internet streets can be wild. But what happens when people are outright judged for their hair for no reason? From customers having side-bar debates over a sales assistants straight hair, to assuming anyone with curly or coily hair prefers straight hair, down to making (incorrect) assumptions about race based on air textured, we have seen it all. On today’s episode we dive into why this ha...

Welcome to the extra episode of The Mane Cut! This week, Jade and Cataanda talk about celebrities making hair care lines.

Over the past few years, we have seen more and more celebrities break into the Black hair space. From major releases like Fenty and Cecred to the smaller ranges like Inala. Now the real question is, why would you try a celebrity hair line vs all of the others that are out there? That’s what Jade and Cataanda talk about in today’s episode.

And, here’s a list of some of the brands...

Meet Christina

Christina is a celebrity, and editorial hair stylist who has worked one everything from red carpet looks to editorial shoots with major brands and celebrities.

Christina has done a range of work from New York Fashion week to working with brands we know and love like Pattern Beauty, African Pride, Carol’s Daughter and Adidas. As well as working for the likes of Teyonah Parris, Christina Jackson, Brandee Evans and many many more.

With so all of this experience and such a great career, in this weeks episode, we talk to Ik...

Welcome to the extra episode of The Mane Cut! This week, Jade and Cataanda talk about creating a textured hair care routine on any budget.

With so many hair products on the market, most of us struggle to find the right ones for our hair. We all have that shelf (or shelves) full of shampoos, conditioners, oils and hair cremes that weren’t quite right, and we sit there regretting the expensive mistakes. Not to mention, some of us are happy to spend big money on experimenting with the latest thing, and others just want to spend $15 to...

Meet Ikeyia

Ike is a celebrity, fashion and editorial hair stylist who has worked with the likes of Pattern Beauty, Essence and many more.

Ikeyia has most recently worked with Kendrick Lemar’s team for the Superbowl LIX Halftime show, styling the background dancers with hair lead Nikki Nelms. Not to mention she’s worked at Paris and New York Fashion week, and worked with some all-time favourite celebrities like Sha’Carri Richardson, Janelle Monae and Tina Knowles.

With so much experience under her belt, in this weeks episode, we talk to Ike about...

Welcome to the first extra episode of The Mane Cut! This week, Jade and Cataanda talk about the question that seems to be circling around again: to relax or not to relax?

Even though more and more people have returned to their natural hair, we’ve noticed the interest in relaxers ticking up again. But the real question is, why? Is it for convenience? Are people still struggling to learn how to look after their natural hair? Tune into this weeks podcast episode to find out what the team thinks. And if you have any thoughts, feel fr...

This is the mother/daughter team behind Cynthia Erivo’s wig for Wicked, Josee Mampuya, Abigail Anyanna and Naomi Nassor.

Besides running a salon for over 30 years in the heart of North London — that their mum, Josee launched by herself — the trio have also worked on other films like Jurassic World, styling the likes of DeWanda Wise and many more.

With so much experience under their belts, in this weeks episode, we talk to Josee, Abigail and Naomi about their journey into the hair industry, building a salon business from the ground up and their view o...

Meet Jasmyne Garnett

Jasmyne is a celebrity and editorial assistant stylist who is up-and-coming on the hair scene.

Jasmyne has styled some of the biggest names in the world and worked at some of the most well-known events. From Beyonce at the Oscars to Megan the Stallion at Coachella, and working with countless other icons like Kelly Rowland, Cocoa Jones, Winnie Harlow and even more, it’s fair to say Jasmyne has had a star studded start to her career in the industry.

All that said, Jasmyne humbly describes herself as a mid-west gi...

Meet Jasmyne Garnett

Jasmyne is a celebrity and editorial assistant stylist who is up-and-coming on the hair scene.

Jasmyne has styled some of the biggest names in the world and worked at some of the most well-known events. From Beyonce at the Oscars to Megan the Stallion at Coachella, and working with countless other icons like Kelly Rowland, Cocoa Jones, Winnie Harlow and even more, it’s fair to say Jasmyne has had a star studded start to her career in the industry.

All that said, Jasmyne humbly describes herself as a mid-west gi...

Meet Dior Sovoa

Dior is a celebrity stylist who specialises in wig and weaves, and personal hair stylist to the one and only Mariah Carey.

Besides being a hairstylist for shows like Love & Hip-Hop, The View and Good Morning America, Dior has worked with the likes of Cecily Tyson, Patti Labelle, and currently spends his time supporting Mariah Carey day to day.

In this week’s episode, we talk to Dior about his journey through the hair industry, get an insight into what it really means to work behind the scenes in TV an...

Meet Darnell Davis

Darnell is a celebrity stylist and wig engineer with decades of experience in the textured hair industry.

Darnell has made wigs for many celebrities, from Nikki Mudarris to Tamron Hall and even Queen Bey herself, he has been the man behind many iconic styles and moments in Hollywood.

In this episode, we talk to Darnell about his journey in the industry and the art of wig making.

Where to find Darnell: Instagram | Website

The interview

Here are all the questions we asked Darnell so...

Meet Derick Monroe

Derick is a six-time Emmy-nominated celebrity stylist, NAACP award nominee and spokesperson for brands such as Dark & Lovely.

Besides being a hairstylist for the talk show The View and the movie Till, Derick has worked with a range of celebrities from Angela Basset and Whoopi Goldberg to Iman, Tyra Banks, Erykah Badu and so many more. Not to mention, Derick also hosts his own show called Behind the Scenes Beauty where he interviews major celebrities about the experiences that many people don’t have an opportunity to see, shedding light on their in...

Meet Moira Fraizer

Moira is a celebrity stylist and custom wig maker who is known for being one of the fastest wig builders in Hollywood.

Moira has over a decade of experience in television and film, while she’s now the department head of hair at Abbot Elementary, she has also been on sets such as Ru Paul’s Drag Race, Claim to Fame, Trixie Hotel, and many more.

On this episode, we talk to Moira about her journey in the industry, her greatest triumphs and mistakes on set and much more.

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Meet Jennifer Hargrove

Jennifer is a celebrity stylist and custom wig maker and spends anywhere north of 20 hours on hand making wigs for her clients.

Jen has done some amazing work (which we’ll see later), and has worked with the likes of H.E.R, Jordin Sparks Danielle Olivera and many more.

On this episode, we spoke to Jen about the process of creating wigs, where stylist can go to upskill and what the realities of wig making for the stars really looks like.

Where to find Jen: Instagram

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Meet Porshawna Nicole

Porshawna is a celebrity hairstylist who has worked across several industries from TV and film to commercials, fashion shows, music videos and print.

Porshawna has worked on some incredible sets from How to Get Away With Murder (with one of our all time favourites, Viola Davis) to Criminal Minds, Love and Hip Hop Hollywood, All American, Girls Trip, LA Fashion Week and the list goes on and on. 

On this episode, we spoke to Porshawna about her journey as a textured hair stylist and get her views on how the t...

Cataanda is a celebrity stylist, product developer and educational specialist, as well as a licensed trichologist.

She has over 30 years of experience in the textured hair industry and has styled the likes of Ne-Yo, Terrence Howard, Tatyana Ali, Tina Lifford and many more. Not to mention, Cataanda has also worked with major beauty brands on their product development, marketing and education, such as L’Oreal, Carol's Daughter, Dark & Lovely, The Mane Choice, Luster and MAC. 

But what makes this episode really special is that Cataanda is also the newest member of the Mane Hook-Up team, as...

Dhairius is an editorial and celebrity hair stylist who had his worked featured in the likes of Vogue, TIME, Harpers Bazar, Fashion, In Style, and Essence.

Not to mention, Dhairius has also worked with some of our all time favourites. From Serena Williams to Winnie Harlow, Kalani, Lameka Fox as well as brands such as Beyonce’s Cecred and Rhianna’s Fenty Beauty.

In today’s episode, we speak to Dhairius about how he’s built such an exceptional career and what advice he has for both stylists and customers.

Where to find Dhairius...

Meet Shayz Enrique

Shayz Enrique is a celebrity hair stylist, experienced in editorial, runway, as well as TV and film styling, and has been establishing his career for the past seventeen years. 

Shayz has done some incredible work for well known publications and brands such as Vogue, The New Yorker and Fenty Beauty (which was also a secret that he struggled to keep ahead of their launch this year), and he’s worked with the likes of celebrities such as Winnie Harlow, Deto Black and many more.

In today’s episode, we speak to Sh...

Meet Ryan BurrellRyan Burrell is a a celebrity hairstylist as well as a salon owner, who has worked in editorial, fashion, television and film. 

Ryan has worked on the set of some amazing TV series, such as All American Homecoming, The Big Fib, The View and Candyman. Not to mention he’s worked with the likes of Zendaya, Whoopi Goldberg, Coco Gauff, Danai Gurira and many more.

In today’s episode, we speak to Ryan about his transition into hair styling, how he has built such an exceptional career in the industry and what up-and-coming stylis...

Meet Marva Stokes

Marva Stokes is a celebrity textured hair stylist with over a decades experience in film, television and editorial hair styling.

Marva has been the key hair stylist for some of our most beloved TV shows and films such as The Black Panther, Mixedish, Us and Legion and has worked with a long list of celebrities like Tracee Elliss Ross and Lupita Nyong’o.

In this episode, we speak to Marva about how she built such a stellar career in the industry, what advice she has for the next generation of st...

Meet Amber Hamilton

Amber Hamilton is a celebrity hair stylist who has worked in television, film and theatre. Amber has worked on the set of some amazing films, such as The American Horror Story, Dear White People and Guardians of the Galaxy, which led to her very first Emmy Award. 

In this episode, we speak to Amber about her experience of kick-starting her career (in a very unconventional way at Disney Studios), plus we deep dive into hair products and what clients really need from their stylists.

Where to find Amber: Instagram | Website

Kaori Nik is an international beauty and special effects artist who has over 15 years of experience in the natural hair and beauty space. She has worked with the likes of supermodel Naomi Campbell, Olympic swimmer Simone Manuel and has tended to people at world-renowned events like New York Fashion Week, The Golden Globes and The Grammys. But she hasn’t stopped there. Back in 2019 Kaori launched Afro-Vegan Beauty, which is an online wellness platform that helps people explore plant-based living and cosmetic literacy.

In this episode, we speak to Kaori about her experience of building a career in...

Anthony Dickey is a celebrity stylist, author, product innovator and salon owner who has spent 30 +years career  dispelling the myths and mockeries surrounding women and their hair texture. Dickey has been changing perceptions of beauty and pioneering a new standard in beauty that aims to redefine standards in hair care to address the distinctive needs in a multi-textural world.

Named as a "Style Svengali" by the New York Times, and named in the EBONY power 100  list due to his many accomplishments in the hair world,  Dickey is a textured hair care master who has created iconic hairstyles for des...

Sadja Monet is a celebrity and editorial textured hair stylist from humble beginnings. With over a decade of experience in the game, Sadja is also a salon owner and Founder of the BeUtiful product hair range. Having worked with major brands such as Essence, Fenty Beauty, Savage Fenty and Dark & Lovely, Sadja is also a mentor to stylists who are keen to break into the space.

In this episode, we speak to Sadja about her experiences of being mentored by some of the greats, balancing the realities of editorial styling with her family life and what stylists...

Kendall Dorsey is a highly regarded hairstylist known for his expertise in creating stunning hairstyles for celebrities and high-profile clients. He has gained recognition for his talent, creativity, and dedication to his craft in the beauty and fashion industry. Kendall has styled the likes of Yara Shahidi, Solange, Nikki Minaj, Kelly Rowland, Rhianna and many many more. He advocates for inclusivity and diversity within the beauty industry, challenging beauty standards and stereotypes while championing the natural beauty of Black hair.

In this episode, we speak to Kendall about his experience building his career, challenges he’s faced al...

Meet Kya BilalKya Bilal has been a textured hairstylist for over a 20 years, and has spent the last 12 years working with celebrities and entertainers. Not only has Kya been the lead hair stylist for two Super bowls, she has been nominated for two Emmie’s, a Guild award and has been part of an Oscar- winning team for the film Mad Max. Kya currently splits her time between working with clients at her LA-based salon and working as head hair department through the entertainment industry (television and films).

In this episode, we speak to Kya about her ex...

Meet Felicia Leatherwood

Felicia Leatherwood has been a hairstylist for over 26 years, specifically working with celebrities and entertainers. She has worked with the likes of Ava DuVernay, Issa Rae, Jill Scott and many others. But many people also know Felicia for her focus and emphasis on maintaining the integrity and health of natural hair and educating others to embrace their curls and coils. As a stylist and hair educator, Felicia has not only helped many people understand how to care for and restore their hair but she also Founded a detangling hair brush line called Brush With...

Welcome to the very first episode of The Mane Cut!

Every fortnight, our Founder Jade, will interview the world’s best textured hair stylists to help you understand more about your hair and what it takes to become an exceptional stylist.

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