E39 - Luminous & Voluminous

In the season three finale episode, Tamara and Stephanie are joined by renowned master colourist, hair expert and educator, Luis Pacheco who is also the creator of product line TO112. Luis shares his journey in the beauty industry along with celeb-encounters and an unfortunate perm, inspired by New Kids on the Block. Links: https://www.to112.com https://www.patreon.com/curlnextdoorpodcast https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/curly-hair-keeps-the-head-coolest-but-any-hair-is-better-than-none-180982424/

Stephanie and Tamara chat about hair from a totally different perspective as it relates to unwanted hair down there. From Bridgerton and wooly mammoths to a rare genetic disorder called Uncombable Hair Syndrome, tune in for the updates you need. Plus, Curl Next Door podcast takes recording on the road and into the salon for tips and advice from Kim Gabriel of Born Curly. Links: https://borncurly.net/ for more info or to book with Kim! https://www.patreon.com/curlnextdoorpodcast to support us! https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-features/queen-charlotte-style-natural-hair-journey-1235481163/

Tamara and Stephanie break down the Olaplex scandal, chat about Elyse Myers hair transformation plus ensuing backlash and delve into the importance of The Crown Act even though it's a marketing campaign sponsored by a huge corporation. Plus, hear six all new mini bio's of CND's that you either love and know or will be glad you heard about here!

Stephanie and Tamara catch up with Jonathan Torch, creator of the iconic Curl Keeper brand. This Toronto-based curly hair pioneer is full of tips tricks and a lifetime of knowledge.  Plus, find out HOW TO create your own local travelling basket of haircare products! 

Tamara and Stephanie unpack the Mielle hair oil controversy and discuss the intersections of racism, capitalism and influence in the beauty industry and curl community. Plus, an explanation of porosity tests - what they mean and how they work -  and bios on comedian Michelle Butea and hairstylist (Oprah's very own) Andre Walker, creator of THE hair typing chart.  https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/mielle-hair-oil-tiktok/

In episode #36 Stephanie and Tamara chat with Alecia May, the creator of the first ever CurlyCon! Alecia agrees to spill a couple of beans on what's in store for the next conference, coming to Toronto (and available virtually everywhere!) in 2023. Tune in to hear about a mistaken hairdresser identity, plus product reviews of the Rizos Curls X Thalia collab.  https://www.curlnextdoor.ca/ https://curlyconevent.com/ https://rizoscurls.com/en-ca

Tamara and Stephanie chat with special guest Starr Mason about protective styles, hair typing and easy hairstyles for all of your holiday parties! Starr is a 4C curly girl and stylist with over 30 years of experience who currently works as a field leader and educator for Haircuttery family of brands. Plus the Curl Desk checks in with Michelle Obama on her book tour and reports on the curly-haired Youtuber breaking boundaries in Korea. 

In the season three premiere, Stephanie and Tamara debrief on a REALLY bad haircut experience and discuss the ins and outs of hair plopping, asking listeners how far they would be willing to drive for a really good curly stylist.  The gals tell mini bios including Quinta Brunson, Cole Walliser, a tribute to Sandra Pittana and Brandee Younger. 

It's the season two finale! In this very special episode, Tamara and Stephanie are joined by psychotherapist Leah MacPherson to dive deep into the messy tangle of how our hair impacts self image and how we can show compassion for ourselves in the face of oppressive societal beauty norms. Plus, a look back on an exciting season, a look forward to some summer surprises and a powerful note from a CND listener. 

Stephanie and Tamara debrief on the first ever CurlyCon - a global, virtual conference for the curly-haired community - and get a behind-the-scenes look at the development of a curly haircare brand. Joined by Michele Scott-Lynch, Founder and CEO of Boucleme, the trio discuss taking a stress-free approach to your hair journey and what it's like to create the scent of a product.