Dot Dattie Podcast

Corey "Razor" Rios is a licensed barber, content creator, husband, and father who has built a loyal following through his relatable barber humor and authentic social media content. Originally from Massachusetts, Corey turned a passion for cutting hair into a full-time career in 2018 and has since become known for sharing the everyday realities of barber life. In this episode, Corey joins Joey Dots...

Mateo Gonzalez served in the U.S. Navy before turning a random introduction to Scalp Micropigmentation into a full-blown career and business. After growing up in Fresno, California and serving in the Navy, Mateo eventually found SMP through a friend. What started as curiosity quickly turned into an obsession, and he went all in on learning the craft and building something of his own. He originally...

With a deep passion for helping people feel confident in their skin, barber of 30 years, Tyrone L. Jackson, now offers scalp micropigmentation—adding this innovative hair tattoo technique to his skill set to help men and women in the Dallas area overcome their hair loss concerns. His bespoke and individual approach is his signature and treats every patient as a unique work of art. Having received...

David Santiago, a Marine Corps veteran and former law enforcement officer, has created an environment where men can come as they are—whether they’re nervous about their first session or ready to embrace a new chapter with confidence. And in this studio, Santiago’s craft goes beyond skin deep. Through scalp micropigmentation (SMP), he’s helping men restore not only the look of a full head of hair b...

Taylor Perry didn’t chase a shortcut, he chased mastery. He started cutting hair at 15 with no money, no roadmap, just work ethic. Barbering led to tattooing, which led to scalp micropigmentation, where everything finally clicked. Today, Taylor restores confidence, changes lives, and trains artists across the country with lifetime support. This episode breaks down the journey, the discipline, and...

Established since 2017, Yvette is one of the most sought after SMP technicians in Canada. She is multi-certified in SMP within Canada and internationally. Yvette has won many awards for Male, Female Alopecia and SMP work. Her Core Fundamentals & Master Level Certifications are from some of the highest caliber SMP Academy's, they are considered to be the best worldwide for technical and intensi...

Taryn Quinterri, CEO of Cosmetic Aesthetics, was born in Tucson, Arizona and raised in Phoenix. She relocated to south Florida and enrolled herself in aesthetics school to further her education for Electrolysis, which is where cosmetic/paramedical tattooing was brought to her attention and ignited a strong passion inside of her to make a career for herself. Immediately after graduation, Taryn bega...

Born and based in Saudi Arabia, Bandar transformed his path from an engineer to a world-recognized SMP artist. What began as a pursuit of precision evolved into a passion for aesthetics. Today, as the founder of DermaTat and a master SMP trainer, he’s been celebrated internationally—winning 1st place at the Meeting of Minds Conference in Madrid. Bandar continues to redefine confidence through inno...

John Douglas is the senior SMP artist at Creative Scalps’ USA clinics in Alabama. Extensively trained by Marc Allen, he has mastered the Creative Scalps SMP technique and built a reputation as a highly skilled and trusted artist. John is known for producing some of the most natural-looking results in the industry, with a dedication to precision, detail, and client care. His portfolio on the SMP Re...

Chris Herrera has been in the hair care industry for over 20 years and is one of the most recognized names in Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP) worldwide. He started cutting hair at just 16, driven by a passion for helping people look and feel their best. By 18, Chris began experiencing hair loss himself, trying every cream and dye he could find before finally discovering scalp micropigmentation—a tre...

Paolo is a 3x certified SMP practitioner, entrepreneur, and the owner of The Rose SMP and The ROSE Barbershop. With years of experience as a barber and hair tattoo artist, Paolo has helped countless clients restore their confidence and achieve a natural, full look. He’s also a proud member of the Blendz Pro SMP team, known for his attention to detail, artistic vision, and passion for changing live...

Justin “J” Gambacorta is a 41-year-old Master Barber and the owner of J’s Barbershop. Born and raised in Elsmere, Delaware, he now resides in Pike Creek, where he enjoys spending time with his family, staying active, and working on his craft. J’s artistic influences stem from passions he developed as a teenager, including skateboarding, music, and movies. His journey into barbering began at age 14...

Sreejeet Nambiar is the Founder and SMP Artist at Emulate Follicles, a premier Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP) studio in India, based in Bangalore. A former SMP client himself, Sreejeet understands firsthand the emotional toll of hair loss — and how SMP can transform not just appearances, but lives. After more than 12 years of failed hair loss treatments, he discovered the life-changing impact of SM...

Laura Miranda is a licensed medical esthetician with over 14 years of experience and holds certification in bloodborne pathogens and licensing in Paramedical and Permanent Cosmetics in the state of Texas. She currently specializes in: -Microblading -Combo Brows -Powdered Brows -Lip Blush -Eyeliner -Color Correction -Saline Removal -Paramedical Tattooing -Micropigmentation -Stretch Mark & Radia...

In this special edition of the Dot Dattie Podcast, Joey hangs out in his basement with friends Jim Schlatter, Rocco Malin, and producer Austin McCall as they dive into conversations about life, technology, war, and all things Delaware. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Joey Dots aka Dot Dattie is an Entrepreneur, Father, Husband, Podcaster, and...

This episode of the podcast is available in two versions: English and Korean. If you speak Korean, skip ahead to the 41-minute mark — the rest of the episode is fully in Korean, including Joey Dots’ segment. (한국어를 하신다면 41분 지점으로 건너뛰어 주세요 — 이후 에피소드는 Joey Dots의 부분을 포함해 전부 한국어로 진행됩니다.) This episode with D Chris was special. We got creative: I asked question...

Joan is a skilled barber from the Dominican Republic with over a decade of experience in the craft. Known for his creativity and artistic eye, Joan sees beauty and inspiration in everything around him—an outlook that fuels the unique and personalized designs he creates for each client. After moving to New York, he brought his passion and talent to life by opening his own barbershop, DominicanFlow...

Valerie Weber is a powerhouse in the world of cosmetic tattooing. As the visionary Founder of Dermagrafix , an exceptional artist and trainer with over 20 years of experience, she has built a reputation for excellence in PMU and SMP. She is also the driving force behind Micropigmentation Educators , a publishing company that provides factual, structured curriculum for passionate and masterful PMU...

In this special episode, Joey Dots sits down with his 4-year-old son, Giovanni, for a rare and hilarious conversation. They talk about the things Giovanni likes (and doesn’t like), with plenty of random outbursts that make no sense at all. It’s pure, unfiltered fun—don’t miss it! DROPPING 3/7/2025! 🎈 BIO: Giovanni is the son of Joey Dots the host of the Dot Dattie Podcast ------------------------...

Welcome to MHP Studio, where passion, care and perfection come together. Ronnie Veronese is an award-winning SMP artist at the top of the world. His personal MHP transformation inspired him to help others and restore their self-confidence. Ronnie's dedication to MHP and his desire for excellence continues to drive him. Ronnie outperforms the competition by delivering unmatched results and continue...

Max Fierro SMP Artist & Lead Practitioner @ScalpMicroUSA | Former Master Barber | Retired Correctional Officer With over three years of experience in Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP) and 1,000+ successful treatments , Max Fierro is dedicated to delivering natural, customized results for every client. As a former Master Barber with 25 years of experience , Max has an expert eye for hairline design...

Tobias Romero is a renowned expert in Scalp Micropigmentation, with nearly a decade of experience in the field (2017-2025). A licensed barber since 2012, Tobias' passion for the craft was ignited at a young age by his grandfather, Ramon, who taught him the art of barbering. Tobias' journey in Scalp Micropigmentation began in 2017 when he underwent extensive training under the guidance of the estee...

Johana Gutierrez's journey as a permanent makeup artist and scalp micropigmentation artist began four years ago, sparked by a personal experience with ombre brows. Intrigued by the transformative power of permanent makeup, she eagerly sought out training opportunities to delve into this exciting field. The moment Johana discovered scalp micropigmentation, another avenue for helping clients feel co...

Lead artist Kristian Raine-Thrall has dedicated his entire career to helping people look their best and working with them to improve their confidence. A consultant to the health and fitness industry, Kristian understands the impact a person’s appearance can have on their self-esteem, and has found his passion in helping people become the very best version of themselves. As a scalp micro pigmentati...

Keith Myers is an expert Marketer and Operator with over a decade of experience building industry-leading brands. As co-founder of Scalp Micro USA, he grew the company into one of the most recognized SMP businesses in the U.S., with five locations nationwide. Keith also co-founded Folicule, a leader in SMP pigments and aftercare products. In 2025, Keith is launching Conversion Ink, a marketing age...