"Guru In Your Ear"

Let's delve into the intriguing history of hair color. I absolutely adore our profession! There's nothing else quite like it, where we can express our artistic talents on a canvas that is with our clients day in and day out. Our profession is not just about creating visually stunning masterpieces. We also have the incredible privilege of being there for our clients in times of difficulty,...

Did you enjoy Episode 1? Did you walk away with any discoveries? I'm certain you did! And now, here's our exciting 2nd episode featuring Jez Barnett.

Paradigm: In the context of science and philosophy, a paradigm refers to a specific collection of concepts and thought patterns, encompassing theories, research methods, postulates, and criteria for identifying valid contributions within a particular field. Derived from the Greek word meaning "pattern," the term paradigm is employed to demonstrate similar patterns of occurrences.  In thi...

A testimonial from a student about our Hair Color School! When it comes to promoting our educational programs, it's often easy to underestimate the importance of how effective they are, because we've personally been involved in creating them, and naturally, we believe in their efficacy and the value of their content. However, no matter how much effort and hard work we put into developing t...

Have you ever heard someone use the phrase, "I wish I could be a fly on the wall during that meeting"? We've all had those moments when we wish we could record some of the crazy nonsense that we hear. In this episode, Max and I discuss a recent adventure in a meeting that brings us back to the familiar subject of protein. We all use "protein" in our everyday vocabulary, but...

Have you ever longed for an advanced educational program in hair color that goes beyond the basic principles of the "color wheel" and addresses the complexities we face in the ever-evolving hair industry of 2023?  Look no further than Guru Nation's "Hair Color University!" This exceptional educational course takes you to the next level by delving into subjects such as Hair...

Life Before Demi-Permanent Hair Color I am constantly amazed by the number of times we need to revisit this information, which I believe is due to the indoctrination of the marketing story surrounding this product.  Since its introduction in 1988, when "Demi-Permanent" became part of the hairdresser's language, the narrative has remained distorted.  Even after forty years, salon prof...

Science teaches us that some things can be measured while others cannot.  This distinction is crucial to remember when evaluating the claims of so-called "experts" in our industry.  Specifically, when it comes to understanding the unique characteristics, components, and structure of curly hair, there seems to be a lot of hearsay regarding how it responds to chemicals and hair care produc...

Tragedies have a way of leaving an indelible mark on our lives, etching themselves into our memories forever.  Everyone has their story about 9/11, one of the most tragic events in our country's history, and the impact it had on their lives.  But what strikes me as significant is that this tragedy has become a generational story now, with a whole generation being born after that fateful day. ...

Hello, everyone! We're back after a few months of hiatus, during which we've been busy with our daily lives and researching new information to share with you.  Our aim is to provide enlightenment, empowerment, and confidence to propel you to the next level in your hair color career.  We are thrilled to announce some amazing additions to our educational offerings, which we will discuss in a...

Meet Kenny Berk :  In this episode I have the opportunity to interview a man who has been my colleague , one of my Mentors , and someone I regard has a friend. Kenny’s experience with the Vidal Sassoon organization and the years that we shared at Redken , is the very reason I wanted him on the program. My hopes are that you will find his story and hairdressing journey , interesting , informational...

“A conversation with Tom Dispenza” It’s always a treat to share conversations with colleagues who have inspired me in the world of hair color.  Today I get to share some time with Tom Dispenza , whom I have know for over 40 years. We have actually grown up in this business together. I consider Tom to be one of my long time friends who has not only share social moments , but has also been a Mentor...

Hello Everyone : If you have been affected by my hacked account on Instagram . There is a message here for you. You can find me @therealcaptaincolor

  Getting Clarity on a very confusing service : We are so excited to have Yvette with us today . Her expertise in Skin tone analysis sets her apart from others . Join us as we discuss some of the mis-information about this service and then get ready to sign up for her upcoming class online.  Yvette Frontany was born and raised in Chicago. As a young girl she watched her mom style wigs an...

"A Funny Thing about Formulation" Part 2  Did you laugh a little in Part 1 ? Well , here is part 2 of that conversation ......don't put your notepad away ! Some nuggets of knowledge coming your way ! Now we get into the specifics of formulating for lift !  And , of course , a few more laughs So , Press Play ........and 16min and 12 sec later , you will have two ways to formulate for lift...

"A Funny Thing about Formulation" Did you know there is more than one way to formulate hair color ? We have more than one way to manipulate our formulas that can help us achieve , sometimes , those unachievable results. Unfortunately , many of us get locked in to one method only that limits our ability to formulate for success. In this episode , we will share some options that you can work with ,...

Old School ? What exactly is that ? What does that mean ? Hi There ......Here is part 2 of the Rabbit Trails podcast  Originally , this term was used to refer to something from the past that would bring back memories of those time. However that reference has been skewed in the Hair Color business and now many times is used to discount , downplay , or diminish some of the procedures of the pas...

Old School ? What exactly is that ? What does that mean ? Originally , this term was used to refer to something from the past that would bring back memories of those time. However that reference has been skewed in the Hair Color business and now many times is used to discount , downplay , or diminish some of the procedures of the past. The problem is that the one thing that has not changed at all...

Rabbit Trails has been a big hit on YouTube , so for those who did not see those broadcasts , we are choosing select segments and posting them in audio format here on our podcast platform. We think you will find the information benificial and you will discover that our message has remained consistent throughout our time on all “social media” outlets. In this Episode we discuss the chemistry and fu...

Living in the Moment ! Not an easy task for so many of us , right ? Because we live in a society that demands , we reflect on the past and focus on the future , we sometimes forget to “live in the moment” and how beneficial that can be to our health (Physical & Mental ) , our relationships , and the rest of our life’s journey. You know the saying “Stop and smell the roses” I will be the first...

“Be like water” ? Wonder what than means? It’s all about flexibility and adaptability ……. Sometimes the smartest person in the conversation , is the one not speaking ! Being flexible , is sometime the most difficult thing to do . Have you ever heard two hair colorists arguing over the “Color Wheel” ? Absolutely , and that’s a “universal law” ! A universal law of “Physics” ! So , if we argue over t...

“A little bit of History” We are very excited about this episode for two reasons ….. I have the opportunity to be interviewed We get to share some of the history that has brought our industry to this point. Sometimes it’s a great idea and a interesting journey , to look back at products we used , techniques we were taught , challenges we encountered , and success we had , in spite of , what might...

Welcome back , Anthony Presotto !  Have you heard the expression , “Life is hard”? Well , if you think about its everyone has their challenges in life , butt who said the road to success and happiness was a straight line? I think , sometimes , society makes it to easy to “Quit” or walk away , rather than persevere . Its amazing , when you think about it , how having perseverance , helps us to...

“Boom goes the dynamite” ! Sound familiar ? Well , to thousands of beauty professionals , it has become the “Mantra” of a man that has changed the financial goals , commitments , attitudes , and lives of so many. His ability to encourage our industry members and develop systems that create a pathway to success is what has kept him a powerful and relevant force in our profession for over 4 decades....

I am so happy to have my friend Anthony Prestto back to share some perceptions about “Time” It’s all about time. Time is the one commodity , that once it’s gone , you never get it back ! It is also , probably , the one commodity that we waste , and don’t realize , until our portion begins to run out ! Because we live in such a fast passed society today , we sometimes squander the time we have been...