Philosophy of the Barber
One on one conversations with barbers about their journey to and in the profession. Bree covers present day topics affecting the industry with cohost Cassy , as well as personal struggles and growth made possible by being a barber.
Episodes
43 episodes
Beyond the Barbershop: The Rise of Private Suites
Bree discusses key points of why hair professionals may gravitate toward a private suite over a conventional barbershop or salon.Disclaimer: The views, opinions, and statements expressed herein are solely those of the author and do not r...
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Season 7
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Episode 1
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20:46
Mastering Time Management in Barbering: Boost Productivity and Client Satisfaction
Unlock the secrets to becoming a master of time management in the barbering world, where every second translates to enhanced productivity and increased earnings. Join us as we share personal stories from our journey through barber school and th...
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Season 6
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Episode 2
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29:46
The Barber's Chair as an Educational Hub
Ever thought your barber could double as a hair care guru? That's exactly what we're exploring in this episode of "Philosophy of the Barber." We promise you'll walk away with a fresh perspective on the role barbers play in client education, deb...
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Season 6
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Episode 1
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28:36
The Fine Line: Discrimination and Personal Choice in Hair Care
Bree and Cassy discuss possible and historic prejudices in the hair industry, and the difference between that and a clients individual preferences, along with many other points.
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Season 5
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Episode 6
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45:41
Cutting and Connecting: The Social Side of Barbering
Bree and Cassy discuss how they converse with so many people on a daily basis, what opportunities that provides, and how connecting with their clients is one of the highlights of the profession.
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Season 5
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Episode 5
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49:09
The Complex World of Hair: Education, Style, and Mental Health
Bree and Cassy discuss the importance of multiple perspectives, the differences in education, style, and background of professionals, and many anxieties one can experience in our profession, among many other side tangents.
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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50:15
Beyond Today's Trim: Long-Term Financial Success for Barbers
Bree and Cassy discuss the importance of financial planning from insurance to retirement plans. Things new barbers should think about and plan for the future.
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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38:14
Tip-Top or Tip-Flop? Unpacking Gratuity
Bree and Cassy discuss the practice of tipping in various professions, and touch on some shaving tips along the way.
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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37:35
The Ripple Effect: How Appreciation Transforms the Barber Experience
Bree and Cassy discuss ways to express appreciation from barber to customer, customer to barber, and barber to barber.
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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48:47
Beyond the Basics: Advanced Training in Hair Professions
Bree and Cassy discuss education opportunities available in the profession, differences in philosophies of various institutions, and the differences between seeking knowledge in barbering vs cosmetology and ways it could improve.
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Season 4
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Episode 13
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49:50
Hair of the Dog: Pros and Cons of Canine Companions at Work
Cassy and Bree discuss their experience with shop dogs and the pros and cons of having their own.
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Season 4
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Episode 12
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34:56
Productive Lulls: Making the Most of Your Client Gaps
Cassy and Bree discuss the importance of having things to do between clients, the difference between being engaged with something vs being on your phone, and how reading can improve your life in so many ways.
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Season 4
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Episode 11
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33:44
From Bad Fits to Boundary Breakers: Reasons to Turn Away Clients
Bree and Cassy discuss the variety of circumstances when a professional may turn away a client, good bad or indifferent, along with some side tangent thoughts.
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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55:37
Resilience in the Salon: Courtney Buch on Apprenticeship & Industry Shifts
Bree and Cassy discuss apprenticeship with special guest Courtney Buch, licensed cosmetologist, who became licensed through and apprenticeship. They talk about state board testing prep, the tests, and pre vs post covid profession.
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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1:23:54
Picture Perfect vs. Practical Reality: Industry Marketing & Client Views
Bree and Cassy discuss the various perspectives of the industry and what professionals put out to the public, and what customers might expect because of it.
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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40:00
From Hair-Free to Hazard-Free: Practical Dressing for Barbers
Bree and Cassy discuss what to and what not to wear while cutting hair, from head to toe.
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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41:03
The Ideal Client, The Ideal Barber: A Two-Way Street
This week Bree and Cassy discuss expectations barbers have of clients, what clients should expect from their barber, and what professionals should expect from the industry.
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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49:41
Cultivating Connections: The Power of Strong Client Relationships
Bree and Cassy discuss the importance of establishing and cultivating relationships with clients, identifying and defending boundaries, and important things to keep in mind when becoming friends outside of the barbershop setting.
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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40:16
What is a Barber?
Bree talks about what it means to be a barber from several perspectives and in a variety of capacities.
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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31:03
The Grind and the Glory: Barbershop Ownership Unfiltered
Bree and Cassandra discuss their experiences building and opening barbershops, the struggles, tips, questions, and resources available, and some of reasoning behind their business decisions.
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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1:08:29
How You Measure Success - Bree Neal & Cassy Lovering
Bree and Cassy discuss how they measure success in their life, other ways people may measure it themselves, and other philosophies and business choices.
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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55:02
Women in Barbershops - Bree Neal & Cassy Lovering
Bree and Cassy discuss what it's like being a woman in barbering, working with women, giving services to women, and more.
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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39:48
History of Barbering - Part 3 (Quack Edition)
Going over some lesser known publications for the hair profession, from drugstore beauty tips to more reputable looking material... this will be FUN!
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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20:46