Nailtopia, inside with the insiders

🌟✨ THE NAILTOPIA AWARDS: A NIGHT OF NAIL GLORY ✨🌟 Step inside the most glamorous night in the nail industry! 💫 This exclusive Nailtopia Awards Special captures every dazzling moment — from the golden envelopes to the glittering celebrations. 🏆 THE HONOURS ROLL Witness the triumph of talent as we reveal every category and every winner, including: 👑 NAIL STYLIST OF THE YEAR 🌟 SHOOTING STAR...

🔥 The FINALISTS for Educator of the Year AND Online Educator of the Year at the Scratch Stars Awards 2025 are on the mic! 🔥 These legends aren’t just teaching nails—they’re changing the game. From classroom heroes to digital dynamos, they’re lifting the industry one lesson, one reel, one student at a time. 💅👑 💬 Expect major inspo, behind-the-scenes secrets, and the kind of passion that makes...

Welcome to Nailtopia – the home of bold talent, flawless technique, and the fiercest names in nails! 💥 In this special episode, we’re turning the spotlight on the Pedicurist of the Year finalists from the Scratch Stars Awards 2025 – and trust us, these pros are not playing. From luxury foot rituals to next-level transformations, they’re raising the bar (and the cuticle pusher) for what a pedicure...

🌟 NEW EPISODE ALERT! 🌟 We’re rolling out the digital red carpet on the Nailtopia Podcast as we chat with the incredible finalists for Social Media Star of the Year at the Scratch Star Awards 2025! 🏆📱💅 These nail icons have captivated the industry one post at a time — from jaw-dropping nail art to real talk about growth, creativity, and navigating the spotlight. Hear how they built loyal follo...

Welcome back to Nailtopia — the podcast where nail artistry meets inspiration, innovation, and all things nails! today we’re diving into one of the most exciting categories in the UK nail industry — mobile nailist of the year at the Scratch Stars Awards 2025! These incredible artists aren’t just talented — they’re trailblazers, entrepreneurs, and beauty pros who bring their magic directly to clien...

Welcome back to Nailtopia — the podcast where nails are more than beauty… they’re art, expression, and a way of life! And tonight, we’re bringing you a very special edition, straight from the sparkle and spotlight of the Scratch Star Awards 2025! 🌟 We’re diving into one of the most hotly contested categories of the year… Polish & Paint Artist of the Year! 🎨💅 This category is all about brush con...

Welcome back to the Nailtopia Podcast — your go-to spot for everything nails, from the salon floor to the stars of the industry! 🌟 Tonight, we’re diving into one of the most anticipated categories at the Scratch Stars Awards — Liquid & Powder Tech of the Year! 💅✨ These techs don’t just sculpt nails — they sculpt dreams, setting the gold standard for acrylic artistry with every bead, brush, and...

Welcome to Nailtopia, the podcast where nail artistry meets industry insight — and where we spotlight the bold, the brilliant, and the boundary-pushers shaping the future of nails. In this very special episode, we’re diving into the glitz, glam, and grind of the Scratch Stars Awards, and shining a light on one of its most exciting categories — the Shooting Star Award. This award celebrates the ris...

This episode … oh, it’s a good one! We’re diving into the vibrant, imaginative, and mind-blowingly detailed world of mixed media nail art — and spotlighting the incredible finalists for Mixed media artist of the year at this year’s Scratch Stars Awards. 🎖️ From sculpted fantasy to hand-painted wonders and unexpected textures, these artists are pushing the boundaries of what nails can be — and we’r...

Welcome to Nailtopia inside with the insiders- the podcast that dives deep into the artistry, hustle and heart of the nail industry. This special episode celebrates the crème de la crème of gel techs. The 5 incredible techs featured here are the finalists of this years Gel tech of the year at the Scratch stars awards 2025. These talented techs are pushing bounderies and and perfecting their craft,...

On this episode were celebrating excellence in natural nail care as we sit down with the 5 inspiring finalists for the natural nail specialist of the year at the scratch stars awards 2025. This episode dives into each finalists unique journey-what drew them to natural nails and what it means to be recognised at one of the industry's most prestigious events. Wether your a seasoned tech or just...

This special episode of nailtopia inside with thje insiders is celebrating the heart, hustle and quiet heroism behind the scenes of the nail world. The services to the industry award at the scratch stars awads 2025 isn't about one set of nails or a single collection - its about long term impact. And in this episode i honour the individuals who have gone above and beyond to elevate, support and...

In this exclusive pre-awards episode, Im joined by the 5 incredible finalists for the scratch stars nail stylist of the year 2025. From career defining moments to behind the scenes insight into their finalist submissions, this is a rare glimpse into the minds and artistry of some of the most skilled and passionate nail professionals in the game. Before the winner is announced on July the 6th I hav...

Welcome to a special episode of Nailtopia where we are shining a spotlight on the vibrant world of gel polish artistry! this episode i am joined by five exceptional finalists for the Scratch stars gel polish stylist of the year- and trust me, this years talent is next level! Dannika Majewski Carrie Williams Charlotte Edwards Marzena Zygmunt and Sophie Donaldson.

This amazing episode is with someone who is a true powerhouse, boundary-breaking, change-making, and unapologetically bold. She’s a renegade in the hair and beauty industry, a multi-award-winning brand creator, and a marketing visionary known for her disruptive, pioneering approach. With over 30 years of experience in retail, brand development, marketing, and PR, Millie has not only built brands—s...

This episode was lost during a switch of hosting platforms and I thought it was gone forever, with a little help from some tech savvy friends its back. So please enjoy this fascinating although short chat with Danni about her career and her unbelievable life before the nail industry called her to us. we chat and laugh all while Danni takes care of her sons with chicken pox, ahh the life of a worki...

In this episode, I’m joined by the brilliant Sam for a really important and thought-provoking conversation all about creating a safer salon environment. We cover everything from essential health and safety practices to the importance of doing your due diligence when choosing training, plus plenty of other insights that will make you stop and think about how you run your business. No matter where y...

In this episode, I’m joined by the wonderful Sue, who takes us through her incredible career in the beauty industry and the fascinating journey that brought her here—full of twists, turns, and valuable lessons along the way. We also chat about what to expect from her and the amazing team of industry experts at this year’s Pro Beauty 2024. They’ll be on hand throughout the event, offering guidance,...

In this episode, I’m joined by the amazing Danny, who I first met at the Scratch Stars Awards where he took home the title of Home Salon of the Year. Danny had been on my podcast wish list for quite some time, and our chat absolutely didn’t disappoint. We dive into a really important conversation about sustainability in the salon, what it means to run a more eco-friendly business, and Danny’s hope...

In this episode, I’m joined by the brilliant Natasha, an incredible mentor and strategist who is helping nail techs achieve real, lasting success in their businesses. Natasha shares her insights into what her role as a business strategist actually involves, how she supports beauty professionals in building sustainable, profitable businesses, and most importantly, how to create a business that work...

In this episode, I have a really important and eye-opening conversation with Joanne Whitworth, all about wrist pain and the broader need to take care of our bodies while working in the nail industry. Joanne has been gathering valuable insights through a survey designed to understand just how widespread wrist conditions are among nail techs—and how much these issues can limit our working lives. We...

In this episode, I had the absolute privilege of experiencing something truly unique—thanks to Alex Fox and the Nail Safari team, I was invited down to Shepreth Wildlife Park to spend the day observing the incredible 2023 Nail Safari. This week-long event is unlike anything else, not just here in the UK, but anywhere in the world. It brings together some of the best in the industry for a completel...

In this episode, we’re coming to you live from the 2023 Scratch Stars Awards party, held at the fabulous UnderGlobe on London’s iconic South Bank. I had the chance to chat with some of the night’s amazing winners, party-goers, and industry legends, plus a quick catch-up with the evening’s brilliant host, Jamie Laing, and the incredible musical guest, Louisa Johnson. It was a night packed with cele...

We are back—live from the Scratch Stars Party 2022! In this special episode, I take you behind the scenes of one of the biggest nights in the nail industry. You’ll hear from the wonderful Helena Biggs, our host for the evening, the brilliant Scott Mills, along with some of the night’s incredible winners and industry icons. It’s an evening full of celebration, excitement, and well-deserved recognit...

In this episode, I had the absolute joy of catching up with some of the evening’s incredible winners, including Metta Francis, Kylea Wherry, and Ewa Krzos. I also chatted with Scratch’s very own Helena Biggs, the brilliant Sam Biddle and Melanie Lewendon as they reflected on what it means to pass on the ‘Be Inspired’ baton to the next generation of nail professionals. And of course, I spoke with t...