Humble Hairdressers

HUMBLE HAIRDRESSERS PODCAST

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Humble Hairdressers charity co founders Jordan Carlson and Jay Melancon sit down and talk about the ins and outs of the hair industry. Friends for years and coworkers they consume beer, laugh, and never hold back in discussing what life is like behind the chair. Anyone who has ever dealt with people in their profession can certainly relate, not just hair industry professionals.

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Humble Hairdressers

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Podcast website

www.buzzsprout.com

Latest episode

Jun 27, 2026

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Episodes

Special Guest Jeremy Leifheit 27.06.2026

The crew had an absolutely great time hanging with an old friend, Jeremy Leifheit.  Jeremy has been in the beauty industry for 30+ years and formerly worked for L'Oreal Professionel.  Tune in for a really great, down to earth conversation with a seasoned veteran.

Back Again! We might be consistent 14.06.2026

New salons all around.  Trinket boxes, color talk, what lines we carry, etc

We're Back! Helene, Chemical Romance, Salon Melancon, etc. 22.04.2026

Thanks for tuning in!  Enjoy our first episode in ages!  More in the near future!

Education, Grunge Rock, etc.... 18.08.2023

After an extended break the boys jump in with a great conversation about mentorship, education, and what makes for a great career in the salon industry

Belated 420 Jam 25.04.2023

Virtual consultations, behind the chair conversations, break room shenanigans, etc. Lots of fun was had on this one!

Dry / Moist January 16.01.2023

The new year kicks off with some dry time and some moist time.  The guys sit down with some N/A beers to discuss the current state of affairs.  Trends, not fads, are definitely changing.  What does the next decade have in store?  Tune in to find out!

Communication is the Key! 21.10.2022

Lots of communication talk on this one.  So much fun to get down to the nitty gritty discussing the ins and outs of client talks.  Topped it off with some good content on wedding hair and the current state of pricing.  Enjoy!

Sake Shots, Lake trip and butterfly cuts 17.08.2022

After a break from the podcast for a bit the guys dug in on their recent salon lake trip and also some recent trends.  Enjoy!

Joshua McMichen (R+Co Global Educator / Owner Shearious Salon / Kimiko Shears Education Director) 19.06.2022

Wow! What an amazing story from our friend Joshua.  This is such a great episode.  From combat to the salon world.  We hope you all enjoy this as much as we did!

On Location at the Salon! 15.05.2022

This episode was a blast to record.  We talked about so many great things from tattoos, charity events, and our new array of colors to Dyson frustrations.  Yep we went there.  Im sure some of you can relate

Special Guest Tiffany Blair - Goldwell National Artist 14.03.2022

Check out this amazing conversation with our dear friend Tiffany!  Such a blast! Tiffany Blair is a Goldwell National Artist. She has 24 years of experience in the beauty industry.  She currently works with G20 Salon and Spa in Boston, MA.

Special Guest Dre Donoghue (Greenhouse AVL) 16.02.2022

Dre Donoghue of Greenhouse AVL and formerly with Bumble and Bumble.  Such an amazing conversation with an artist that is paving her own path in the salon industry.  We hope you enjoy this as much as we did!

Holiday Late release 02.01.2022

Holiday talk, Client Communications, Getting old....We had a great time recording from Rammstein again Sorry for the delayed posting but we had serious technical issues that required parts from overseas.  They took quite some time to get.

The Vader Bob Has Arrived! 07.11.2021

New trends, client interactions, Instagram tips and tricks that just don't hit, THE new standard work week,  etc. The quarter episode was super fun.  Hope you all enjoy as much as we did.

Live From the Chevron Room at Rammstein 29.09.2021

Breaking in Jordans house on a Saturday afternoon just seemed like the right thing to do.  Don't mind the minor audio issues.  This episode hits just right.

The Joys of Edits 03.08.2021
Double Deuce! 03.07.2021

It took a bit longer than expected to get this episode out.  Sorry guys!  This is a fun one though.  Definitely worth the wait.  Salon upgrades, overly intricate color, cutting stress or lack there of, etc

Affirmations and Client Breakups 13.06.2021

Work has been crazy busy.  Just finding time to record and edit has been tough but the boys are able to get to some great conversation.  Funny stories ensued

Big Win on the Scratch Off Ticket! 05.05.2021

Toners, clients not understanding color, kids cuts, henna, uncomfortable mustache trims This is a good one!

Spring is in the Air! 07.04.2021

Things are looking up. Vaccines, flowers in bloom, great beer, temps on the rise....

Special Guest Stephen Posta - Salon Posta, Marietta, GA 23.03.2021

Such an honor to have an old friend on the podcast.  This is near and dear to Jays heart.  This is literally the person that got him into  the hair industry.  Stephen just opened one of the most beautiful salons in the country.  We are super excited for him.  So many good things are coming his way!  Enjoy a few minutes with him!

Morgan Wallen Killed the Mullet??? 10.03.2021

I know...Big debate on this one.  We are all loving the mullet.  Maybe subdivisions of the mullet are the answer.  i don't know.  Im just a hair stylist.   So this episode was filled with some of the most comedic convo of the season.  Have fun listening to the boys laughing and arguing about current trends. Enjoy!

Special Guest - Chris Piraino 15.02.2021

Chris Piraino owns Studio Piraino in Cary, NC.  Chris has 33 years of experience in the business.  The guys had a great time talking with Chris and drinking great beer!

J&J solo episode - Positivity, Humility and Techniques 31.01.2021

The guys are feeling super inspired for this episode. Lots of great discussion on personal attitude and how it affects their work and happiness.  Lots of very technical discussion.  Enjoy!

Special Guest Ansley Clark aka @Balaylolli 21.01.2021

The boys had the honor of talking with one of the best up and coming Balayage artists out there.  Thanks to Ansley Clark for coming on the show!

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