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The Alexandra Show: Authentic Beauty, Business and BeyondThe Alexandra Show X Steve FerreiraJoin me and master barber and owner of https://www.steves535.com/ as we talk all things hair industry and beyond! And stay tuned for our next episode! Part 2 of 2.
2026-01-2141 minThe Alexandra Show: Authentic Beauty, Business and BeyondThe Alexandra Show X Steve FerreiraJoin me and master barber and owner of https://www.steves535.com/ as we talk all things hair industry and beyond! And stay tuned for our next episode! Part 1 of 2.
2026-01-1340 minThe Alexandra Show: Authentic Beauty, Business and BeyondThe Alexandra Show X Emily Saul✨ Long time coming.Every time I sit down with Emily Saul, the conversations go deep — about movement, meaning, mental strength, and the mind-body connection.We’ve been saying for years, “We need to record this.”So we finally did.If you’ve ever felt like you’re moving whether it’s through a workout or through life … but wanting more — this episode is for you.🎧 Live now on The Alexandra Show: Authentic Beauty, Business & BeyondCheck Emily out here: https://www.esaulmovement.com/
2025-12-3055 minThe Alexandra Show: Authentic Beauty, Business and BeyondThe Alexandra Show X Madison CicconeJoin me and Madison Ciccone on the Season 4 opener as we talk SoulCycle, motherhood, sobriety, sh*tting your pants, and why choosing not to drink might be one of the most powerful decisions you can make. Raw, funny, and refreshingly honest—and if you know her you know to expect nothing less!
2025-12-2245 min
Bold Like Her PodcastIn Her Thrive Era!Joined by my besties Alexandra Goresh Pittampalli, Owner of Petalouda Salon and Mia Andreoli Owner of Staygold Photography on this episode, we catch up on what these ladies are up to! They are both doing incredible things with their careers, literally manifesting and making it happen, interrupters if you will, in their respective industries. We talk about exactly that word means to them and shout out some people they consider to have been mentors along the way. petaloúda - Brookline, MA | Hair Salon STAY GOLD IMAGES
2025-05-1543 minBold Like Her PodcastRound Table with My Golden Gals Mia Andreoli & Alexandra Goresh PittampalliShaking up the format a little bit on this week's episode with a little round table chat! I invited my besties Mia & Alexandra on to chat like we often do at work outs, events or just over dinner. And we go deep, talking about the importance of having your girl gang to be able to chat with about all things, good bad and ugly! These girls inspire me every day with the way they run their own businesses while always taking the time to support and promote other women and their businesses too! On this e...
2025-02-1740 minBold Like Her PodcastKeepin' it real with Petalouda Salon Owner Alexandra Goresh PittampalliOne of my besties, this is Alexandra's 3rd appearance on Bold Like Her. I am proud to have her on to share her latest endeavor, the opening of Petaloúda Salon! Her interest in the beauty industry began in high school. She worked for 16 years at a salon on Newbury Street, building long-lasting relationships before taking the leap to open Petaloúda. We chat about what it took to get to this place, finding the perfect location and team! As a friend, it's been an honor to watch as she brings her dream to l...
2024-11-0437 min
Pivot with Purpose with Meghan HouleBuilding a Thriving Salon: From Concept to Community Staple with Alexandra GoreshHey Pivot With Purpose Fam! Today I am thrilled to be having a conversation with Alexandra Goresh Pittampalli about her inspiring journey of a major career shift!Alexandra is the owner of Petaloúda Salon and a master stylist. With over two decades of experience in the salon industry, Alexandra took the leap last year and accomplished her life long goal of opening her own salon, Petaloúda, which is located in the heart of Brooklline, MA Washington Square. Petaloúda has quickly become a go-to destination for city and suburban dwellers alike, with clients traveling from states awa...
2024-09-241h 08The Alexandra Show: Authentic Beauty, Business and Beyond#thealexandrashow X Lit2LiftFollow this dynamic duo @lit2Lift and tune in to hear about how they turned a "side hustle" into a full time gig and are taking over the fitness world by storm. Spoiler alert: it wasn't overnight!
2024-03-2148 min
The Social Media Diaries PodcastSocial Media 101 for Hairstylists and Salon OwnersGet out your diaries - this week, we're on location with our client Alexandra Goresh Pittamppali - Master Hairstylist, Colorist, Extension Expert, and Founder of Petaloúda Salon in the Boston, MA area!
Here's a peek at what we're covering in this episode:
[00:02:04] - Alexandra reveals how she's breaking the mold in the hair salon industry and describes the hustle culture that led to her living in constant fight or flight mode and drove her ultimately to open a salon where she's invested in creating space for her employees to...
2024-02-2127 minThe Alexandra Show: Authentic Beauty, Business and Beyond#thealexandrashow X Steve Ferreira Master Barber & Educator
2024-02-2148 min2024-01-311h 01The Alexandra Show: Authentic Beauty, Business and Beyond#thealexandrashow X Meghan Houle Pivot with Purpose
2024-01-1054 min2023-12-2559 minThe Alexandra Show: Authentic Beauty, Business and Beyond#thealexandrashow X Andrea Arcari Founder of CLT
2023-12-1143 minThe Alexandra Show: Authentic Beauty, Business and Beyond#thealexandrashow X Chef Allen CampbellAllen Campbell is on a mission to make cooking with HEALTH as the priority a mainstream concept. He has over 20 years of experience in the culinary world and has had a massive impact already. Join Alexandra as she talks with celebrity Chef Allen Campbell about everything from his career journey to navigating the world sober, celebrity clients and how you too can feel like you have a personal chef! Based in Boston, Allen’s work can be found in The Game of Eating Smart, as well as the TB12 Method and the TB12 Nutrition Manual. http...
2023-11-2749 minThe Alexandra Show: Authentic Beauty, Business and Beyond#thealexandrashow X Project Paulie Founder Nicky BanderaJoin Alexandra as she talks with Project Paulie Founder Nicky Bandera about how she went from cooking lasagnas when the realities of the COVID pandemic hit to making tomato beanies that help feed our community, and all things service. "Feeding each other is not just about food." Spoiler alert: if you want to do something meaningful in this world: Don't wait for the how. Know your WHY and just GO!https://www.projectpaulie.com/https://www.instagram.com/_projectpaulie_/
2023-11-1337 minThe Alexandra Show: Authentic Beauty, Business and BeyondEpisode 23: #thealexandrashow X KNE part Duex: Post Wedding BoogieAfter working for larger event planning companies, Kay decided to pursue her dream of working with adventurous couples planning untraditional and out of the box weddings and launched her own company at the start of 2020. And then, what no entrepreneur could have predicted ...boom the pandemic hit. Fast forward, she is now booked through 2023 and beyond! It was a NO Brainer for me and my husband to work with Kay when planning our wedding. Join me and Kay, the founder of Kay Northrup Events {KNE} as we chat about everything from how to find your ideal wedding planner {or idea...
2022-10-051h 50Bold Like Her PodcastWe're all just kids in the cafeteria!The title of this episode comes from my guest, Alexandra Goresh. She's my friend, a hair stylist at Stilisti on Newbury St in The Back Bay of Boston and also has her own podcast (The Alexandra Show). She invited me to do a co-podcast where we talk to eachother for both of our shows during the month of June to talk about topics around Pride. Alexandra is super open, gay friendly and a wonderful ally to so many in the LGBTQ+ community. Our conversation focuses on having open conversations, myths about how someone looks and how people are attracted to...
2022-06-2744 minThe Alexandra Show: Authentic Beauty, Business and BeyondEpisode 22: The Alexandra Show X Bold Like Her𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗹𝗲𝘅𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗮 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗫 𝗕𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝗟𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗛𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁! As the month of Pride celebrations winds down… join me and Kim Douglas, the host of 𝗕𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝗟𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗛𝗲𝗿 for a joint podcast 🎙 We chat about the importance of ally’s, why sharing your story matters, how we’re all just kids in the cafeteria looking for a table … and of course frenchies! 🐾 Always remember you are 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵𝘆, you are 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗱. 𝘈 𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘢 𝘵𝘰 𝘩𝘰𝘭𝘥 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘶𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘳𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘺 ✨♥️ I am safe. 💪 I am strong. 🌈 I belong. repeat it over and over… breathe. you got this. 🤟You can listen to our podcast on both 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗹𝗲𝘅𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗮 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝗕𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝗟𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗛𝗲𝗿 on itunes and Spotify! *𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘬 𝘪𝘯 𝘣𝘪𝘰 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘭𝘰𝘷𝘦 𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘵𝘶𝘥𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘢 𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘵𝘭𝘦 𝘦𝘹𝘵𝘳𝘢 𝘴𝘶𝘯𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘵𝘰𝘥𝘢𝘺,𝘹𝘹𝘢𝘭𝘦𝘹𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘳𝘢
2022-06-2744 minThe Alexandra Show: Authentic Beauty, Business and BeyondEpisode 21: Practice How You Play: Yoga, Motivation and More, A Conversation with Renee LeBlancPractice How You Play: Yoga, Motivation and More, A Conversation with Renee LeBlancAfter years in the corporate world, Renee took her passion for yoga and turned it into a career. Her path, like so many, is winding and not always easy. But, finding the discipline to continue her practice and teaching, has certainly paid off. Join me and Renee as we chat about her journey in yoga, motivation {spoiler alert - this is something she too is constantly working on!} and so much more. http://www.reneeleblancyoga.com@renee.leblanc
2022-01-1749 minThe Alexandra Show: Authentic Beauty, Business and BeyondEpisode 20: All things Micro-Mobility and Starting a Start Up: A Conversation with ScootRoute Founder and CEO Meghan BraleyMeghan had an idea brewing for almost a decade. Then one day, she did something about it. Join me and Meghan Braley, the Founder and CEO of ScootRoute. Said to be the first app of its kind, ScootRoute provides smart navigation for micro mobility allowing users to safely navigate city {and outside the city!} streets on anything with wheels! We chat about: how she came up with the idea {*Cue Sir Scoots!}, what pushed her to finally take the leap and start her company and also how she STARTED a START UP! *Spoiler alert: Meghan does not have al...
2021-09-2740 minThe Alexandra Show: Authentic Beauty, Business and BeyondEpisode 19: Finding Your Niche And Rocking It with {Not Your Average Wedding Planner} Kay NorthrupAfter working for larger event planning companies, Kay decided to pursue her dream of working with adventurous couples planning untraditional and out of the box weddings and launched her own company at the start of 2020. And then, what no entrepreneur could have predicted ...boom the pandemic hit. Fast forward, she is now booked through 2022 and starting to booking into 2023. Join me and Kay, the founder of Kay Northrup Events {KNE} as we chat about everything from how she thrives as an entrepreneur and slays on social media to what got her started in the industry. SPOILER ALERT: it did not...
2021-06-211h 00The Alexandra Show: Authentic Beauty, Business and BeyondEpisode 18: A Mother's Identity, A Modern Take on Manners and How We Are All Works in Progress: A Conversation with Nicole Graev LipsonEpisode 18: A Mother's Identity, A Modern Take on Manners and How We Are All Works in Progress: A Conversation with Nicole Graev LipsonJoin me and writer Nicole Graev Lipson we discuss her continual journey through her career and motherhood and some of the struggles that so many face. Twitter: @NicoleGLipsonInstagram: @nglipsonhttps://nicolegraevlipson.com
2021-05-1752 minThe Alexandra Show: Authentic Beauty, Business and BeyondEpisode 17: Getting Real about Women's Mental Health with Dr Nina Lewis-Schroeder, PhDEveryone wants to "break the stigma" of mental health. Yet, it is frowned upon for mental health providers to share their own stories or even share anything on social media. We can't break these barriers if we aren't willing to have some uncomfortable conversations or any conversations at all. Join me and mental health expert, Dr Nina Lewis-Schroeder as we discuss everything from fertility issues to mom guilt/shaming and the fact that more people are struggling with all of these things than you might imagine. Dr Nina Lewis-Schroeder, PhDninalewisschroederphd@gmail.comReso...
2021-05-051h 00The Alexandra Show: Authentic Beauty, Business and BeyondEpisode 16: Grief Journeys are Never the Same, but Better When We Walk Them Together: A conversation with Cara Belvin, Founder of EmpowerHERGrief Journeys are Never the Same, but Better When We Walk Them Together: A Conversation with Cara Belvin, Founder of EmpowerHEREmpowerHER is a non-profit organization and a powerful community with a very specific mission is to empower, support and connect girls and young women who have experienced the loss of their mothers. Founded in 2013 in Scituate, Massachusetts they have grown to serve girls nationally and even reaching gals all around the world. Having lost my own mother when I was 23 years old, I know all too well the massive importance of a strong community {an...
2021-04-241h 12The Alexandra Show: Authentic Beauty, Business and BeyondEpisode 15: Tony Gentilcore on Lifting Heavy Sh*t and Why He's Not That Big of a DealTony has been my strength coach for almost 5 years. He is a leader in the industry, but not because he aspires to be a celebrity. It's because he works hard to provide his clients with real results and other trainers and coaches with easily digestible and relatable information. When he’s not picking things up and putting them down himself, he trains people at his studio, CORE, located in Boston, MA. He also contributes to the top fitness magazines and websites around, and sets up a camera in his garage to record his lightsaber skills.He li...
2021-04-1656 minThe Alexandra Show: Authentic Beauty, Business and BeyondEpisode 14: Dr Lisa Lewis, a conversation on breaking the stigma of mental health and what balance means to herJoin me and Dr Lisa Lewis as we talk about breaking the stigma of mental health, what balance means to her, and how to cope with the challenging times we are all living in. You can find Dr Lewis on instagram @drlewisconsulting and on her website: www.drlewisconsulting.com
2021-03-2954 minThe Alexandra Show: Authentic Beauty, Business and BeyondEpisode 13: Make Your Own Seat at The Table: A Conversation with Marisa Marino, Owner of Stilisti SalonA Seat at The Table: A Conversation with Marisa Marino, Owner of Stilisti Salon
2021-03-1851 minThe Alexandra Show: Authentic Beauty, Business and BeyondEpisode 12: The Spiritual Journey of Life: A Conversation with Irene Pasquale, Acupuncturist and Spiritual GuruJoin me and {one of} my acupuncturists, Irene, as we talk about everything from elementary school to the lessons of 2020 and navigating all that is in between. We discuss the similarities of our industries and the importance of connecting with our clients as well as how to manage interacting with different energies. Grab your notebook, this is a good one with lots of good nuggets. You can find out more about Irene and her colleagues here:https://johnstonfamilyacupuncture.janeapp.com
2021-02-241h 08Bold Like Her PodcastWhat Moves Her - Episode 44 with Alexandra GoreshFellow Podcaster Alexandra Goresh joins me on this episode! She started hers in 2020, much like this show, with a lot of guests that surround and inspire her! We chat a little bit about getting a podcast off the ground, the on line class she also started during the pandemic to help other stylists, not so much with technique but the other aspects that surround having a person in your chair like communication, psychology and listening! Alexandra has worked for many years at Stilisti Salon in the Back Bay in Boston as a stylist and colorist. Our chat about blonde hair...
2021-01-2544 minThe Alexandra Show: Authentic Beauty, Business and BeyondEpisode 11: Alcohol, Kombucha and Turtles Oh My!Join me and The Alexandra Show™️ podcast regular Jess @greaterdater as we discuss drinking and why or why not we choose to partake. If you feel pressure from your peers or are continually waking up with regret because of choices you made the night before... we’ll share some of the ways to gain insight on why and how to make a shift should you desire. {spoiler alert: the answers are already within you} And how could @greaterdater and I not talk about dating! Listen in for some great tips how to become a master-dater sans drinks!
2021-01-211h 02The Alexandra Show: Authentic Beauty, Business and BeyondEpisode 10: Power of the Pivot with Victoria Badalato of VBbridesJoin me and Victoria Badalato, creator of VBbrides as we discuss career journeys, the power of connection, why we love what we do and the ever-important pivot. https://www.vbbrides.com
2020-12-3049 minThe Alexandra Show: Authentic Beauty, Business and BeyondEpisode 9: Mind, Body and Why the Work Hurts so GoodJoin me and my physical therapist, Jeremy Hudson as we talk all about his methods, mindfulness and why it all hurts so good! You can find him at:www.sollustherapeutics.comjeremyhudsonpt@gmail.com
2020-12-031h 05The Alexandra Show: Authentic Beauty, Business and BeyondEpisode 8: The Importance of Education, Accountability and Wellness for Beauty Professionals: a Conversation with MaryAlice the Creator of HairVoyage {Part 2}The Importance of Education, Accountability and Wellness for Beauty Professionals: a Conversation with MaryAlice the Creator of HairVoyage {Part 2} Join me and MaryAlice as we dive into the intricacies of our industry and why taking care of yourself is truly the first step on a long road to success. And why also, that road doesn't ever have an end, but perhaps the arrival to a new journey. I hope you get as much out of this conversation as MaryAlice and I did. With love and gratitude, xxalexandra
2020-10-091h 16The Alexandra Show: Authentic Beauty, Business and BeyondEpisode 7: Leveling the Playing Field: a Conversation with MaryAlice the Creator of HairVoyage {Part 1}Leveling the Playing Field: Join me and MaryAlice the Creator of HairVoyage {@hairvoyage.app & www.hairvoyage.co} as we chat about our journeys in the industry, why peer to peer education is so important and why instagram isn't your enemy. Also, I virtually experienced my first Alaskan earthquake! So many valuable nuggets in this one stay tuned for part 2 next week!
2020-10-0155 minThe Alexandra Show: Authentic Beauty, Business and BeyondEpisode 6: Brows, Beauty, Business and Beyond! A chat with Alexa Nika owner of Moko Beauty StudioBrows, Beauty, Business and Beyond! Join me and Alexa Nika {@bostonbrowsociety} owner of Moko Beauty Studio {@mokobeautystudio & www.mokobeautystudio.com} as we chat about timeless beauty, the importance of balance, focusing on yourself and her tips for people who want to start their own business. {Spoiler alert: Just do it} Alexa is a ray of sunshine and a leader in her industry, thank you for sharing your light with us! xxalexandra
2020-09-2340 minThe Alexandra Show: Authentic Beauty, Business and BeyondEpisode 5: Dating In The Chair and IRL: Part 2 of Conversations with Dating Coach Jess @greaterdaterJoin me and dating coach Jess {you can find her @greaterdater on Instagram and www.greaterdater.com} as we talk about the similarities between dating in real life and courting clients in the salon. There are more similarities than you may think on that first visit / first date! On this weeks episode we talk about all the lessons we have learned over the years, when you can make or break your trust with w client and why gratitude is one of the most important practices. From funny anecdotes to advice; come laugh with us as we share our experiences and...
2020-09-1748 minThe Alexandra Show: Authentic Beauty, Business and BeyondEpisode 4: Dating In The Chair and IRL: Part 1 of Conversations with Dating Coach Jess @greaterdaterJoin me and dating coach Jess {you can find her @greaterdater on Instagram and www.greaterdater.com} as we talk about the similarities between dating in real life and courting clients in the salon. There are more similarities than you may think on that first visit / first date! From funny anecdotes to advice; why the scarcity mindset will hurt you and the importance of knowing and showing your worth - come laugh with us as we share our experiences and lessons we have learned!
2020-09-0938 minThe Alexandra Show: Authentic Beauty, Business and BeyondEpisode 3: What's your superpower? A Conversation with Maddy: Building Your Community Through Consistency, Sweat Equity and Service.Join me and @maddztaddz, Maddy Ciccone {a master Soul Cycle Instructor, among many other things} as we chat about building community through consistency, sweat equity and service. Why showing up AUTHENTICALLY matters and so much more. With love and gratitude, xxalexandra.
2020-09-0236 minThe Alexandra Show: Authentic Beauty, Business and BeyondEpisode 2: Finding the tools to nourish your mind, body and soul.I would consider my nutrition journey to be pretty typical: a rollercoaster full of “ups” and “downs.” After years of suffering through hives, bloating and other symptoms; with the help of Ilana, I finally got a grasp on how to thrive while eliminating the foods that were causing them. Join me and my Nutrition Guru, Ilana Margalit as we chat about real food, nourishment and the unexpected reason you may be craving ice cream. If we train our minds to be quiet and listen to our bodies, it’s pretty amazing what you can hear.
2020-08-261h 05The Alexandra Show: Authentic Beauty, Business and BeyondEpisode 1: When Life Doesn't Go As Planned: It's Exactly Where You're Supposed To BeJoin me and my mental health Guru, Devorah Steinberg as we chat about life plans, societal norms, and shattering all of them to realize your truest potential and best self.
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