Nails from A to Z

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Interviews with nail industry icons, business & salon owners, influencers and friends to ask their advice, hear their stories, learn from their mistakes, take away their success secrets and sometimes just plain talk shit!

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Building Clawgasmic Through Education & Social Media Podcast
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Yesterday at 3:09 PM

Chantelle Vermont shares how she built Clawgasmic through education, content creation, and social media while expanding her career beyond the salon.


From nail salon artist to educational leader
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#2
07/22/2026

Buddy Sims shares his journey from salon artist to educator, curriculum developer, and industry leader shaping the future of professional nail education.


From Humble Beginnings to Global Nail Industry Pioneer
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#1
07/01/2026

Tony Cuccio shares how he built a global nail brand through innovation, resilience, and more than 40 years of leadership in the nail industry.




Building a Nail Career Through Education & Social Media
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#20
06/10/2026

Alison Nicole shares how she built a nail career through education, social media, and consistent growth.


From Police Officer to Nail Industry Disruptor
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05/20/2026

David Fowler shares his journey from police officer to global nail educator and the mindset behind his success.


From Passion to Global Nail Education
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04/29/2026

Michelle Soto shares how she built a global nail education career through social media, authenticity, and consistency.


From Obsession to Global Nail Icon
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04/08/2026

Kirsty Meakin shares her journey from passion to global success and the mindset behind her influence in the nail industry.


From Apprentice to Global Nail Industry Leader
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03/18/2026

Vincenzo Russello shares his journey from apprentice to global educator, judge, and nail product brand founder.



Building a Nail Brand from the Ground Up
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02/25/2026

Founders of Morgan & Taylor share how they built a nail brand through product development, leadership, and innovation.



Where Creativity Meets Technique and Passion
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02/04/2026

Mino Vo shares how creativity, technique, and passion shape his approach to nail artistry and career growth.



New Year Advice from Global Nail Industry Leaders
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01/14/2026

Start the year inspired with ASK ALISHA, featuring personal advice from Alisha other top nail educators and artists from around the world. These exclusive insights set the tone for growth, confidence, and motivation, as you navigate positive change in the coming months.


From World Champion to Global Mentor
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#12
12/24/2025

Alisha Rimando shares her journey from salon tech to world champion and global mentor shaping nail education worldwide.


From Nail Tech to Award-Winning Salon Owner
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12/03/2025

Veronica Luviano shares her journey from nail tech to international champion and award-winning salon owner in Dallas.


Global Nail Artist & Educator Journey Podcast
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#10
11/12/2025

Viv Clements shares her 30+ year journey as a global nail artist, competitor, educator, and industry leader.


Inside the UK’s Most Unique Nail Education Event
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#9
10/22/2025

Explore The Nail Safari, a unique UK event blending nail education, creativity, and networking for professionals worldwide.


From Nail Tech to Global Stage: The Lisa Boone Story
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10/08/2025

World champion hand model, nail art guru, and award-winning manufacturer, Lisa Boone opens up about her experiences, challenges, and the mindset that helped her achieve international success. Let her story ignite yours.


Alex Fox: A Global Journey of Nail Industry Inspiration
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#7
09/24/2025

From London to New York, Alex Fox’s career is a celebration of passion for the nail industry. Beginning with magazine photoshoots and rising to lead one of the world’s most prestigious nail competitions, Alex has built a legacy as an award-winning editor, educator, and creative visionary. Her achievements have strengthened the industry, inspiring creatives everywhere to push boundaries and express themselves without limits.


Richard Hurter: 40 Years of Innovation at KUPA Inc.
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09/10/2025

Discover the remarkable journey of Richard Hurter, whose career began in a machine shop and evolved into a leadership role that revolutionized the nail industry. In this exclusive podcast interview, Richard shares how passion, vision, and innovation transformed KUPA Inc. from a distribution house in the 1990s into a global leader in e-files and salon equipment. As KUPA celebrates 40 years of excellence, Richard reflects on the milestones, challenges, and ideals that fueled the company’s growth. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the dedication that drives KUPA forward and learn what’s next for this pioneering brand in professional nail tech...


Emese Koppányi: From Hungary to World Champion Nail Artist
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08/26/2025

Emese Koppányi’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. From her early days as a nail tech in Hungary to becoming a world champion artist, fierce competitor, salon owner, and product developer, she has traveled the globe in pursuit of education and excellence. In this captivating episode, Emese shares her path to Hollywood, California, and the creation of her own product line. She offers invaluable advice on perfecting competition nails and reveals the mindset required to reach the top of the nail world. Whether you’re a competitor or a creative, this episode will fuel your passion for the c...


Max Estrada: From Salon Roots to Global Nail Visionary
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08/13/2025

In this episode Max Estrada and Alisha reminise about growing up in the industry in the late 90's while max reveales who inspired his career, his artistry and who he believes has been his strength throughut his life. From growing up in his mother's salon to growing a global product empire, this King of Nails is no stranger to hard work, grit and pursuing your dreams.


How Marilyn Garcia Trained 25K Nail Artists—and What’s Next
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#3
07/30/2025

Marilyn Garcia shares her incredible journey from Puerto Rico to the global nail stage. Learn how she’s now empowering techs worldwide through the GlossaryLive University certification program with CUCCIO.


Why Dafne Fernandez Brought Nailympia to Mexico
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07/18/2025

Get inspired as Dafne Fernandez shares her powerful journey from global competitor to founder of Nailympia Mexico. In this heartfelt conversation with Alex Fox, Dafne reveals what drives her to uplift the Mexican nail community and create lasting opportunities for future champions.


Is Manicuring the Stars for You?
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#1
07/02/2025

Celebrity manicurist Kimmie Kyees reveals how she met Rihanna and Adele, built her star-studded career in luxury hotels, and why being prepared is her secret weapon in Hollywood. Tune in for glam, grit, and glossy secrets!