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THE MELANIN PEARLS PODCASTBlack Excellence SpotlighyIn this episode, we will shine a light on Renee Belton, retired New York City Principal. Ms. Belton is a member of the first graduating class of the New York City Leadership Academy, the most intensive and costly principal training program in the country. The academy was created at the suggestion of the New York City Department of Education’s Chancellor Joel I. Klein, who was chairman of its board, and supported by the Academy's Chief Executive, Robert E. Knowling Jr. Ms. Belton was the principal of The James McCune Smith Community School 200 for 18 years. She retired from her po...
2022-09-1434 min
Beyond The ChairsBeyond The Chairs Episode 30: Jon and Keon COSMOPROF Featured StylistJon and Keon are hosting COSMOPROF’s World of Texture Summit February 28, 2022, see why they love them‼️
2022-03-0139 minBeyond The ChairsBeyond The Chairs Episode: 29 Meet April Holt COSMOPROF’S Vice President, of Beauty Systems GroupApril talks to us about the COSMOPROF Brand and their 2nd Annual World of texture Summit
2022-03-0131 minBeyond The ChairsBeyond The Chairs Episode: 28 (Meet Blu the keeper of Crowns)Blu a natural hair stylist from Seattle, check her story out‼️
2021-02-2233 minBeyond The ChairsBeyond The Chairs Episode 27: (Second Generation Examiner)Barber examiner for California state board CO-Worker
2021-02-1624 min2021-02-0942 min2021-02-0220 minBeyond The ChairsEpisode 24: Annie HardtCome join us behind the scenes of Broadway, with wig artist Annie Hardt of
“The Cagedwigs”!
2021-01-2639 minBeyond The ChairsBeyond The Chairs 23 (So this is Red Haircare?!)Hey everyone,
On todays episode our host Ericka Styles sits down with the one and only "RED" Shamaria ! She's a young black thriving entrepreneur from Inglewood, CA! They sit and discuss how she has used Covid as a time to blast her business to the next level and open up her first Brick & Mortar down in the heart of LA. Be sure to take a listen to this episode and have your pen and paper ready to take notes because they are giving you all the best tips to skyrocket your business during the...
2021-01-1114 minBeyond The ChairsBeyond The Chairs 22. (You made your own Skincare Carmen?!)Hey Everyone,
Today our host Ericka Styles brings in one of her friends and fellow Licensed Hairstylist Carmen! On this epidsode they give some back stories on some crazy work they have experienced over their time as hairstylist. Carmen also gives some insight on how she was able to get her skincare line started!
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2020-12-2832 minBeyond The ChairsBeyond The Chairs EP 21 ( This is Kahil Sledge)ey Everyone, on todays episode our host Ericka Styles decided to switch things up a bit and bring in Master Barber Kahil Sledge!. He speaks on how long he's been in the barber game and what he plans on doing during this time to stay up on his craft and grow his client base! These two have a great conversation as they sit down and talk about how covid has effected their businesses!
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2020-12-1439 minBeyond The ChairsBeyond The Chairs EP 20 ( She's been doing nails for HOW LONG?!)Hey Everyone, on todays episode our host Ericka Styles decided to switch things up a bit and bring in one of her long time friends and fellow shop owner Lamacia Butler! Lamacia has great portfolio as well, she's a licensed Nail Tech with over 20 years of experience and has a beautiful shop located in the heart of Carson,CA. These two have a great conversation as they sit down and talk about their past, present and future goals as Black Female Entrepreneurs !
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2020-11-3030 minBeyond The ChairsBeyond The Chairs EP.19 (Marlon has been in the Hair game for how LONG?!)What's up everyone, on todays episode our host Ericka Styles brings on a very special guest and friend Marlon Clayton! He's a beauty salon owner down her in Inglewood, CA and he goes in depth on how he did it and some of the hardships that came along with it! This is a very special episode and you don't want to miss it!
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2020-11-1642 minBeyond The ChairsBeyond The Chairs EP.18 ( Oh we have a seasoned Vet today!)Hey everyone,
today we have a seasoned vet in the hairstylist/barber game, Mr.Steve Ellis. With over 30 years the game and a number of different accomplishments he's got a lot to spill! Hr sits down with our host (Ericka Styles) and they give some great pointers on how to become a successful barber/hairstylist and how to stay relevant during the years!
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2020-11-0229 minBeyond The ChairsBeyond The Chairs EP.17 (Oh, we talking about Natural Hair!)Hey Everyone,
on todays episode our host Ericka Styles brings on Expert Braider Denise Jarred the Founder of Eco Hair-braiders Association! They go in depth on the pros and cons of being a natural hair stylist! They have different standpoints on a few topics that makes this a very interesting one, so be sure to play this one all the way through and leave a comment at the end letting us know what you thought about this!
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2020-10-1935 minBeyond The ChairsBeyond The Chairs EP. 16 (This is Loso The Barber!)This week on BTC our Host Ericka Styles brings in one of Los Angeles Hottest Barbers that goes by "Loso The Barber" ! On this episode they dive deep into some present Covid 19 rules and how they've effected their everyday lives as professional Hair stylist!Be sure to check out this podcast and let us know what you think!
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2020-10-0525 minBeyond The ChairsBeyond The Chairs EP.15 (Let us introduce Ruben Micheal)Hey ladies and gentleman! On todays episode our host Ericka Styles brings on Hairstylist Ruben Micheal. He's been a hairstylist for over 30 years and owns his own Salon down here in Los Angeles CA. He also teaches Cosmetology at a great college down here as well. Be sure to check out this podcast and let us know what you think!
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2020-09-1428 minBeyond The ChairsBeyond The Chairs EP.14 ( Our First ESTHETICIAN!)Hey ladies, we have a big episode for you today! we are bringing in our very fist Black Licensed Esthetician and her name is Jaq Gibson! She gives us all types of tips and tricks toy get and KEEP our skin glowing! check out this episode and be sure to leave a comment on how you enjoyed it!
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2020-08-3130 minBeyond The ChairsBeyond The Chairs EP.13 (Beyond the Combs Academy)On this episode our host Ericka Styles brings on Rhonda O'Neil w/ her PR Jenea Jones they represent Beyond The Combs Academy in which they want to teach the business side of the industry! They are having a big show coming on August 15th where they offer classes in different departments of the industry!
Make sure to listen to this jam packed episode where they give more insight to what's going to be offered in the classes and at the show!
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2020-08-1735 minBeyond The ChairsBeyond The Chairs EP.12 (Lets welcome The Hairstylist of LA)Todays episode our Host Ericka Styles sits down with LA Hairstylist (@HairStylistof_LA)! They have great convo today about all things related to being in the hair-business in LA! They also touch on some of injustices of being a black hairstylist and the trails and tribulations they face on a daily !
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2020-08-0335 minBeyond The ChairsBeyond The Chairs Ep.11 Hairstylist DominiqueTodays episode our Host Ericka Styles sits down with Hairstylist (@HairLovebyDominique)! They not only go not how COVID-19 has effected her business but how now that things are reopening so she talks about how she plans toy keep things clean and sanitized both. at work and her own life to keep herself and clients safe!
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2020-07-2031 minBeyond The ChairsBeyond The Chairs EP.10 ft Licensed Barber JameseTodays episode our Host Ericka Styles sits down with Female Licensed Barber Jamese! They not only go not how COVID-19 has effected her business but how you should reopen with them finally getting the clearance to open again under some pretty strict guidelines!
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2020-07-0641 minBeyond The ChairsBeyond The Chairs EP.9 (This is Momma SUNSHINE!)On this episode our host Ericka Styles sits down with Inglewood's very own, Momma Sunshine! They go in depth into how it is keeping a business running even during the COVID Pandemic. Momma Sunshine also goes into some detail on her beauty products that I'm sure you won't want to miss out on!
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2020-06-2220 minBeyond The ChairsBeyond The chairs EP.8 Ft Tamara Johnson-ShealeyTodays a special episode of BTC! Our host Ericka Styles sits down with United States Senate Candidate Tamara Johnson-Shealey! They go in depth into how COVID-19 has effected their business thus far and how it should be handled once things clear up a bit!
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2020-06-1513 minBeyond The ChairsBeyond the Chairs EP.7 ft NailDegaOn this episode our host Ericka Styles sits down with Ms. O (owner of the Nail Dega Nail Salon) ! They go in depth on how Covid 19 has drastically impacted their industry and the steps they are talking to ensure they can keep clients and to also rebuild when the time comes!
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2020-05-2527 minBeyond The ChairsBeyond The Chair EP.6 (Let’s take it back to Cosmetology School)This is a great episode about the joys and not so fun things about Cosmetology School told from @erickas_styles and few of her friends that she went to school with! They dive into all the crazy memories that they all had while attending Contempo Beauty College!
2020-05-1130 minBeyond The ChairsBeyond the Chair EP.5 (This is GREG GILMORE)On todays episode our host Ericka Styles sits down with Celebrity Hair Stylist / Educator Greg Gilmore! They talk on how the quarantine has effected their businesses and the plans they are existing now to maintain strong client relationships! In the interview Greg also gives some tips on building a huge Social Media following!
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2020-04-2719 minBeyond The ChairsBeyond The Chairs EP.4 - Black Beauty Supply OwnersOn this episode our host (Ericka Styles) sits down with two Black Beauty Supply Owners here in LA! They talk how the COVID-19 situation is effecting their business and how they have some resourceful ways to stay in business amongst abiding by the rules placed on Non Essential businesses. Be sure to be on the lookout for the YouTube video releasing this upcoming week!
2020-04-1351 minBeyond The ChairsBeyond The Chairs Podcast EP.3 (Barber Edition)This episode of BTC our host (Ericka Styles) goes in depth with 3 generations of Barbers! They each have a different feel of the barber game and they talk about what being a barber means to them and how they got started!
2020-03-3049 minBeyond The ChairsBeyond the Chairs Episode 2: Continued Education (Doris F. Mosley)Todays episode of BTC we invite Doris F. Mosley who's been a Licensed Cosmetologist for over 46 years, she gives us in depth information on the educational side of the hair industry and how it has grown her business over the years! Take a listen and let us know what you think!
2020-03-1621 minBeyond The ChairsBeyond The Chairs: “What is Beyond The Chairs?”Here is what you'll get in the intro and what exactly "Beyond The Chairs” is all about. Today we sit down with Owner "Ericka Styles" as she takes you through how BTC was created and how she plans on helping bridge the gap from local non educated hair stylist all the way to industry professionals that's been in the hair industry for years! Look forward to more episodes and if you have any questions or comments don't be afraid to contact:
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