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No Need For ApologiesRASHAD BASHIR | "Cool Nerd Alert" | Derek Gaines & Dave Temple | NNFA #413This week, Derek and Dave have comedian Rashad Bashir back in the turtle lair to talk comedy, New York heat, wild open mic stories, the Last Take Podcast, Stephen A. Smith, and even Arizona megachurches. Expect laughs, apologies, and some of the craziest last takes you’ll hear this week. From viral impressions to baseball mishaps and celebrity encounters, this episode is loaded with comedy gold. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you never miss an episode!NO NEED FOR APOLOGIES TOUR DATES https://www.linktr.ee/nnfaNN...
2025-08-161h 30
Success Stories with Marshall AtkinsonSuccess Stories Ep 106 - "Drawing the Line towards T-shirt Success"On today's Success Stories podcast, we'll chat with several Draw the Line Tees members. This nNew Jersey-based company is a Christian faith, biblically based company that is creating something unique and original with its approach to business.Owner Tracy Smith and her team Jahfar Gaines, Teona Pagan, and Zabaidah Gaines will share how they use live activations, fashion shows, and other ideas to celebrate their faith and build a business.
2024-12-1152 min
Ràdio FabraMaracalab – #11 V-2. Debats i RealitatsUn “Regreso al futuro” mitjançant un salt quàntic al passat (per tornar al present) a través del cinema, la música i paraules de poetes, escriptores, activistes, músics i performers, els quals ens parlen de cultura (i no només de cultura) precaritzada, de lluites intestines i reivindicacions contra les injustícies i les desigualtats socials, de rutina anestesiant i ambicions equívoques, de violència social i institucional, de les cadenes que ens embruteixen i ens mantenen amb el cap baix. Un recorregut per a res lineal, podríem dir, epifànic, per a esgarrapar la p...
2022-09-2600 min
Hair's The ScoopHow Dr. Gaby Longsworth Is Changing The Way We View Curly Hair Products & Their Connection To Our Overall HealthIn today's episode, I sit down and catch up with Dr. Gaby Longsworth. She is a PH. D Scientist, Certified Hair Practitioner, Biotech/Pharmaceutical Patent Attorney and the owner of the natural hair blog Absolutely Everything Curly. Dr. Longsworth had a natural desire to learn why certain hair products worked well for her hair but others did not, so she started devouring scientific articles about hair, reviewing hair products, and understanding ingredients, all while scouring the web for information. After realizing the amount of misinformation and the disappointing marketing tricks companies used, Dr. Longsworth is deeply passionate...
2022-02-2845 min
Hair's The ScoopHow Dr. Kristian Edwards Created The Non Toxic Marketplace By Black Artisans- BLK + GRN!In today’s episode, I catch up with Dr. Kristian Edwards- she’s the Founder and CEO of the one stop shop for non toxic, all natural, black owned products, BLK+GRN. As a public health professor and graduate of Yale and John’s Hopkins University, Dr. Edwards had a passion to find products that were non toxic and all natural for use in her everyday life. This occurred once she found out that products marketed to black women were disproportionally infused with harmful chemicals, compared to products being sold to other demographics! Dr. Kristian thought this was absurd...
2022-02-0226 min
Hair's The Scoop5 Insanely Great Tips to Set Goals and Crush Them: Get your home business back on track!Have you tried to start a home business, but can't seem to get it off the ground? Starting a small business does not have to be the most difficult thing you have ever done, but it can require the most effort. Want to know what it takes to set your goals and crush them when it comes to your home business? In this episode, you are going to learn the best tips you can use to set goals and crush them! It is a new year and it is time to take charge of your de...
2022-01-0708 min
Hair's The ScoopHow Jade Aminah Created The Lazy Hat!- The Perfect Solution For Naturals On The Go!Meet Jade Aminah- CEO/Founder of The Lazy Hat! Starting out as a natural hair blogger, Jade spent a lot of her time teaching simple, cute natural hairstyles to her following on her Youtube channel @Simplyjade_101. However, Jade quickly began to realize that there were also those lazy days where women with natural hair did not feel up to styling their hair at all, but still wanted to look cute in public. As a result, Jade invented The Lazy Hat, a new and convenient hat with quality hair attached, designed for the busy black woman on the go! P...
2021-11-1245 min
Hair's The ScoopHow Mariel Mejia Turned Her Hair Health Around By Creating The Brand, Pink Root Hair Products!In today's episode, I had the pleasure of catching up with Mariel Mejia, the Founder/CEO of Pink Root Hair Products. Mariel is a Dominican-American NYC native, born and raised in the Bronx. After years of using relaxers on her hair from the young age of 11, Mariel found herself left with dry, brittle hair from all the damage caused to it by using excessive chemicals and heat. After graduating college in 2017, Mariel Mejia began experimenting with DIY recipes and formulas to improve her hair’s condition. Through much hard work, dedication and brilliant formulations, Mariel Mejia was ab...
2021-11-0534 minHair's The ScoopLife Update: Pregnancy, Covid-19 and Making Mental & Emotional Health A Priority!Hello Everyone, It's been so long since you last heard from me, so I wanted to take the time to catch you up with what's been going on in my life! A LOT has changed over the past few months and I'm finally in a comfortable enough position to give you the scoop on all of my personal life changes and things I've learned about myself along the way. Follow my blog at: https://www.hairsthscoop.com for all episodes and all things natural hair! Check out this episode and more on Apple Po...
2021-10-2025 min
Hair's The ScoopMeet Ayo Ogun! The Self Made Entrepreneur That Built The 7-figure Company, Soultanicals!Meet Ayo Ogun; the Founder/CEO of the natural hair company Soultanicals! Ayo is a mother of 6 that started out with a genuine curiosity on how to make the hair care process a painless experience for her three daughters. Ayo always had dreams of starting her own business and through much research and many successful hand-made recipes, she was propelled into a brand new purpose. Ayo embarked on a self-taught journey by studying from books at the neighborhood libraries and book stores. She remarkably studied and mastered everything there was to learn about starting a business and...
2021-09-0855 min
Hair's The ScoopHow Sherrel Sampson Created Canviiy. An All Natural Scalp Care Line Formulated To Sooth Dry, Itchy Scalp!In todays episode, I catch up with Sherrel Sampson- the Founder/CEO of the all natural scalp care line Canviiy! Canviiy is an innovative, organic based health & wellness brand that strives to soothe, nourish and protect your scalp to provide a healthy environment for your natural hair to thrive. After experiencing an unbearably itchy scalp that seemed like it would never clear up with over the counter products at the time, Sherrel sought out to formulate a botanical based line of scalp care products in order to "get to the root" of the problem not just for...
2021-09-0150 minHair's The ScoopHow Psychelia Terry used her life savings working in Corporate America to invest in her company Urban Hydration, now worth millions! In today's episode, I sit down with Psychelia Terry! She is the Founder/CEO of a hair and skin care line called Urban Hydration. Now in 2021, thousands of the company's products are sold everyday in approximately 30,000 U.S. retail locations including Ulta, CVS, Target, Sally Beauty and Bed Bath & Beyond just to name a few. In 2019, Urban Hydration was named one of the fastest growing privately held companies in the U.S. by Inc. 5000. Psychelia Terry is not only an entrepreneur but a philanthropist as well, through her global partnership WaterisLife, an organization...
2021-07-2943 min
Hair's The ScoopHow Jessica Pritchett is revolutionizing the way we care for LOCS through her organic haircare line, OOLI. Meet Jessica Pritchett, Founder/CEO of natural hair & LOC brand, OOLI. OOLI Beauty is making its mark in the natural hair industry, by revolutionizing the way people style and feel confident in their locs. Jessica Pritchett says that she developed the OOLI brand with the intention of making it easier for women and men to care for their locs, through her products that help to combat dryness, product buildup and hair thinning. The OOLI hair brand launched in 2019 and features an array of products that contain calming essential oils such as Ylang Ylang...
2021-07-2127 minHair's The ScoopLet's Get Candid: How Hair's The Scoop Podcast Aims To Help You Become The Next Black Female Entrepreneur!The black hair care industry is a 1.5 trillion dollar industry that continues to grow from the profits of black women, without black women having much ownership in the industry. The same hair industry that was built off of black women, continues to be saturated with big companies that have been exposed for using increased chemicals that are known to be harmful, synthetic and highly toxic. These products are in fact specifically targeted and marketed to the black community despite these findings and without any recourse. Studies show that there are direct correlations between the harmful chemicals being used by blac...
2021-07-0709 min
Hair's The ScoopHow Dr. Isfahan Chambers-Harris Founder of Alodia Hair Care, is committed to holistic approaches to natural hair care! In today's episode, I catch up with Dr. Isfahan Chambers- Harris, the Founder/CEO of Alodia Hair Care! Not only is she an Entrepreneur, Wife and Mother, Dr. Isfahan is also a Medical Scientist and Trichology Practitioner. Dr. Isfahan understands the concerns related to textured hair topics and clears up the misconceptions and misinformation that surrounds the topic of natural hair care. Dealing with her own personal experiences with the use of unnatural and toxic hair products (which led to excessive hair damage), Dr. Isfahan turned to her expertise...
2021-06-2337 minHair's The ScoopTop 6 ways to slay your DIY Knotless Box Braid install with ease!Knotless Box Braids are my go to hair style when the weather gets warmer and retaining length is usually a positive result of that when protective styling is executed the right way. I had gotten so used to wearing my beautiful braid outs over the winter, that when Spring rolled around, I honestly felt lost when it came to styling. Once the weather started to have a touch of humidity in the air, my braid outs where just shrinking up too much and a little too fast. Not only that, I realized that when the weather gets...
2021-06-1611 min
Hair's The ScoopToxic chemicals found in black hair care products linked to increased rates of Cancer, Fibroids and Hair loss! Have you ever wondered about the long term effects of the toxic chemicals found in black hair care products? I decided to go more in depth with this discussion to find the reasons why and how black women are disproportionately exposed to increased levels of toxins in hair products, when compared to other groups. In order to get to the bottom of this alarming data, I decided to have an open discussion with Board Certified Dermatologist Dr. Sharleen St. Surin-Lord, MD. About Dr. St. Surin-Lord: Voted Top Doctor in...
2021-06-021h 06Hair's The ScoopSingle Strand Knots & How To Prevent Them!If you've been natural for some time, you have probably run into the problem of single strand knots at some point in your natural hair journey. These knots often tend to look like little tiny microscopic beads at the end of your individual hair strand and many times, on more than just one. Single strand knots are also synonymous with the term Fairy Knots. This is due to the fact that the knots are bound so tiny and tight, that it looks like a fairy did it! These are actual strands of hair that have coiled up...
2021-05-2610 minHair's The ScoopHow Using Steam Helps To Detangle In 20min or Less! Steaming natural hair is the process of using moist heat to help lift the cuticle layer that protects the hair shaft and allow for moisture to penetrate through. By having the cuticle layer open, this helps for much better absorption of moisturizing hair products, masks and treatments. Learn all about how I'm using my hair steamer in a completely different way for maximum results! Leave a comment for this episode at: https://hairsthescoop.com/steaminnaturalhair Check out this episode and more on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Player! Follow me on I...
2021-05-1207 minHair's The Scoop5 Protective Hair Style Mistakes You’ve Been Making All Along!As many of you may already know, a protective hair style can be the holy grail approach to keeping your hair healthy and happy, with the proper regimen in place of course. However, at times we can get a little carried away with how a hairstyle should look as opposed to ensuring that the hair is actually protected. Now let me be honest, I am guilty of having done this as well. We want that hairstyle to come out looking fresh and to leave us feeling confident and sexy! It’s just human nature and wi...
2021-05-0508 minHair's The ScoopHow the Revair-Reverse Air Dryer Is Blowing Our Mind & Our Natural Hair!In today's episode, I wanted to talk about my new hair tool that seems to be taking the natural hair community by storm! About a year ago, I was browsing Youtube and saw this new device all the influencers were trying out for blow drying natural hair. I usually wear my hair in stretched styles, so this definitely sparked my interest. By using the Revair Reverse Air Dryer, you can get a very nice stretch without all of the extra manipulation of using the tension method, or banding the hair for days just to achieve a safe blow out...
2021-04-2809 min
Hair's The ScoopHow CEO/Founder Dafina Smith of Covet & Mane creates the ultimate hair enhancement experience, while dominating a multi-million dollar industry!In today's episode, I catch up with CEO/Founder Dafina Smith of Covet & Mane! Founded in 2019, Covet & Mane is the world's first line of customizable hand-tied hair extensions! Covet & Mane's patent pending cut point wefts allow hairstylists to cut and tailor hair extensions to fit each of the clients individual needs. Dafina describes her wefts as the ultimate hair enhancement created to fit the clients head for a natural, undetectable, shed and tangle free experience. Dafina Smith is challenging and changing the way we view the hair extension industry, through her innovative products made with the specific...
2021-04-0759 minHair's The ScoopStruggling with your wash and go? Here's my list of the BEST styling gels for natural hair!Welcome back to another episode on Hair's The Scoop and HAPPY SPRING! With the change in season, sunnier skies and warmer weather, my go to hairstyle becomes The Wash And Go! However, for those starting out, choosing the right styling gel can be somewhat of a hit or miss at times. I've created a list of the best styling gels that have worked for my hair, as a way to help you navigate the process with ease. If you're curious to find out which styling gels made my list for spring and summer wash and...
2021-03-3108 minHair's The ScoopHow Using Ayurvedic Oils Can Help To Promote A Healthy Scalp & Even Healthier Natural Hair!Hi there! I have heard time and time again how Ayurveda helps maintain balance between the mind, body and soul. But did you know that Ayurveda can be the driving force to achieving healthy hair as well? Back in my earlier days of being natural, I was curious about Ayurveda for natural hair care and would often experiment with different oils and hair masks. While I typically loved the results, I fell off the bandwagon on the whole "DIY" approach, because I started just purchasing my products with some of the Ayurvedic ingredients already built in them.
2021-03-2410 minHair's The ScoopThe BEST Co-Washes for Natural Hair!Hey there! Do you use co-washes on you natural hair? I don't use them as much as I use to back when I first went natural, but I think that co-washes do have their place in a regimen somewhere, depending on lifestyle and routines. This is especially true when it comes to working out in the summer when its hot enough outside to have your hair dry quickly, you just aren’t quite ready for a full on hair wash day or you'll be away on a short vacation. For those of you that co-wash regularly due to busy li...
2021-03-1008 minHair's The ScoopHow to get your natural hair back to a healthier state: Building a regimenI often get messages from people who are either returning natural, or coming from some type of set back with their hair. Whether its from over processing the hair with color, neglect from protective styling, or heat damage, its usually something related to either of those described. But the main thing is that people really want to know how to get their natural hair back to a healthier state. So I wanted to break this down for you to help you along your journey, because without a hair regimen in place, I really don’t think my hair would be...
2021-03-0315 min
Hair's The ScoopMeet Britney Sade; CEO/Founder of CurlCap! Discover how taking her dreams seriously, led her to becoming a successful entrepreneur!In today’s episode, I catch up with Britney Sade, the CEO/Founder of Curl Cap! Curl Cap takes a very innovative approach on the traditional cap and is literally the perfect accessory to your natural hair journey. Britney’s patented design has been frequently recognized on Amazon’s Top 100 hats list and this passionate entrepreneur isn’t stopping there, as she adds author to her title for her interactive children’s book coming soon. My conversation with Britney was so heartfelt, I can’t wait for you to tune into her story and learn how taking your dreams seriously ca...
2021-02-1454 min
Hair's The ScoopWorking Out With Natural Hair 101: How to keep your hairstyle looking and smelling fresh!Have you ever skipped a workout because you just did your hair, the style finally came out right and you didn't want to risk ruining the hairstyle? Have you ever had to be somewhere important and you didn't want to risk having a frizzy, tangled poof of hair by the end of your workout? If any of this is you continue to tune because in today's episode, I break down the ways you can work out and still keep your natural hair looking and smelling fresh! Tune in and don't forget to Subscribe, Rate and Review!
2021-02-1010 min
Hair's The ScoopHow CEO/Founder Jamyla Bennu created the artisanal moisture rich brand Oyin Handmade, for highly textured hair!In today’s episode, I catch up with Jamyla Bennu; the CEO/Founder of Oyin Handmade! Oyin Handmade is a line of natural, unisex, family-friendly personal care products! It is an artisanal manufacturer of moisture rich products that are especially formulated for highly texturized hair and dry skin. Hand-crafted with food grade ingredients since 2003, Jamyla is the master mixtress and creator behind the Oyin handmade brand. Tune in as Jamyla shares her story of how she got her start by helping other women create hair recipes during a time when there was a lack of resources for th...
2021-02-0749 min
Hair's The ScoopHow entrepreneur Mahisha Dellinger created the multi-million dollar natural hair company Curls, despite the odds stacked against her.In todays episode, I catch up with Mahisha Dellinger, the Founder and CEO of the natural hair company CURLS, which took the market by storm after launching in 2002. Mahisha is the true definition of resilience with a story that describes being raised in poverty by her single mother, in a community that was ridden with drugs and gang activity in the Sacramento area of her childhood home. Even with the deck stacked against her, Mahisha was able to push through her struggles by staying focused, putting herself through college and landing an internship at Intel Corporation. Unsatisfied...
2021-01-3020 min
Hair's The ScoopHow Founders/CEO's Chioma & Uchenna Ngwudo created the e-commerce powerhouse for African headwraps, Cee Cee's Closet NYC!In today’s episode, I catch up with Uchenna & Chioma Ngwudo. Not only are they sisters, but they are the Founders/CEO’s of the e-commerce powerhouse, Cee Cee’s Closet NYC! Cee Cee’s Closet NYC showcases the beauty of Nigerian culture, through its stylish, fashionable headwraps and bold prints that have been worn by the likes of actress Tracee Eliss Ross, Tiffany Hadish and beauty influencer Jackie Aina, to name a few! Cee Cee's Closet NYC has also been featured in numerous publications such as Time Out NY, ELLE, Allure, Teen Vogue, Essence, glamour...
2021-01-2247 minHair's The ScoopThe Blueprint for a POP’n Twist Out Every Single Time!Hi dolls!! I hope everyone is having a good start to this new year amidst all of the insanity going on in the world. I wanted to keep things light and fun so today, I'm giving you my personal blueprint to achieve the perfect twist out every single time! I used to think the twist out was the hardest style to do because my results were always either hit or miss, most of the time. However, I've honestly always loved the look and the fullness of a good twist out, so I decided to document what worked and what...
2021-01-1009 minHair's The ScoopHow to tell the differences between dry scalp vs a dandruff prone scalp + Remedies to help relieve the symptoms!Have you ever suffered from dry, itchy scalp? In today's episode, I decided to breakdown the differences between a dry scalp and a dandruff prone scalp. Many people get the two confused and it is important to understand the key differences so that you know what to look for and how to remedy the situation. I also give you some tips to help restore the scalp if you are battling either of the two conditions... so continue to tune in! Tune in and don't forget to Subscribe, Rate and Review! Check out this episode and...
2021-01-0311 minHair's The ScoopStruggling with Dry Natural Hair? My Top Tips to Winterize your natural hair for long lasting moisture!Hello Everyone! In today's episode, I give you my top tips to winterize your dry natural hair! The winter months can be taxing on our natural hair and that means putting a plan in place to help with keeping our hair moisturized & elastic during the colder months. If you're struggling with keeping your dry natural hair moisturized and you want to start retaining some noticeable length, then continue to tune in! Tune in and don't forget to Subscribe, Rate and Review! Check out this episode and more on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Player!
2020-12-2711 minHair's The ScoopHow Founder/CEO Jenea Robinson of Beauty Supply & Lifestyle Boutique Marsh & Mane, went from dream to reality in becoming an Entrepreneur!Welcome to another episode on Hair's The Scoop! In today's episode, I sit down and have a candid discussion with Founder/CEO Jenea Robinson! Jenea Robinson is the owner of Marsh + Mane, Philadelphia’s first black owned beauty supply and lifestyle boutique dedicated to natural hair. Marsh + Mane was created as a safe haven for black men and women to shop for their beauty items without the fear of being followed or disrespected. Jenea was featured in President-elect Joe Biden’s campaign to highlight black women owned businesses and was recently highlighted in Travel and Leisure Magazine . In 2019, Marsh + Mane...
2020-12-2028 minHair's The ScoopFrom Top Ranked Beauty Blogger to 7 Figure Body Butter Empire, Meet Leila Noelliste CEO/Founder of BGLH-Marketplace!! Leila Noelliste is the CEO/Founder of BGLH- Marketplace! After launching a top ranked natural hair and beauty site called Black Girl with Long Hair, Leila discovered the healing properties and other endless list of health and beauty benefits of Shea, Mango and Cocoa Butter. With the outpour of demand for an all natural alternative to lotions and creams , Leila began to hand whip body butters for her readers, which has now turned into a full-time, profitable business years later! Join me as we dive in and learn how Leila Noelliste was successfully able to scale BGLH- Marketplace into...
2020-12-1347 minHair's The ScoopMy Top Benefits of Wearing Your Natural Hair Stretched + Growth Challenge Details!Welcome back to another episode on Hair’s The Scoop! This week, I decided to switch things up a bit by doing a quick solo episode to give you my Top Benefits to wearing your natural hair in a stretched state! Did you know that wearing your hair stretched can actually result in retaining more length?! After years of wearing wash and goes or wet set twist outs, I decided to give stretching my hair a try. I stretched my hair consistently for a year and noticed my hair was seemingly growing faster! How is this possible? Tune in to...
2020-12-0409 min
Hair's The ScoopHow Frankesha Watkins answered her calling to open BPolished Beauty Supply!In today's episode, I catch up with Frankesha Watkins! Frankesha is the founder of the beauty supply store BPolished, located in Arlington, Texas! BPolished Beauty Supply is black owned and not only is it a beauty supply store, but Frankesha describes it as a safe haven for customers. Her store helps to close the gap between black consumers not being able to shop at companies we can identify with. Frankesha is steady building her empire, as she believes it is time for blacks to take more ownership in the market of which we are the highest paying consumers in. B...
2020-11-2231 min
Hair's The ScoopHow CEO/Founder Amber Makupson created Meraki! The natural hair brand that infuses gemstones for a high vibrational hair experience!In today’s episode, I catch up with Amber Makupson! Amber is the CEO/Founder of the natural hair company MERAKI! After suffering serious chemical burns by use of an over the counter beauty product, Amber put to use her background as a licensed Aesthetician specializing in botanical treatments to create what we now know as Meraki. Meraki organics is a non toxic, vegan hair brand that doesn’t just stop there...all of the Meraki hair products are infused with Gemstones that help to nourish the skin, hair, body and soul! Amber’s natural hair brand Meraki has been f...
2020-11-1533 min
Hair's The ScoopMeet Adria Walker- CEO & Founder of the Natural Hair Company Ecoslay!In today's episode, I chat it up with special guest speaker Adria Walker! She is the CEO/Founder of the natural hair company Ecoslay. Adria Walker is a wife and mother of three never imagined that "Entrepreneur" would one day be added to her list of accomplishments. She began her natural hair journey 16 years ago, when there weren't many products on the market for natural hair. After many unsuccessful & expensive attempts to find a "holy grail" product, Adria being an avid gardener, was thrilled when she discovered that natural ingredients worked far better for her own hair. After this...
2020-11-0125 min
Hair's The ScoopHow CEO/Founder Scarlett Rocourt successfully launched and scaled her natural hair company Wonder Curl!In today's episode, I chat with award-winning CEO and Founder Scarlett Rocourt of the indie natural hair company Wonder Curl! Scarlett Rocourt created wonder curl in 2010 after wanting products that simply did what they said they would do, all while using simple ingredients! As a Haitian-born immigrant and plant-based vegan, she was able to create the successful natural hair brand and spends time educating 'naturalistas' all over the world through her “Healthy Hair Care Summit”, held annually. Join us in the conversation of how Scarlett was able to create, launch and scale her Wonder Curl brand into the success that...
2020-10-2440 min
Hair's The ScoopHow Ceo and Founder Michelle Fontaine- Jones found the courage to start the natural hair company Curls & Potions!In today’s episode I sit down with Michelle Nicole Fontaine- Jones! She is the CEO and Founder of the natural hair Company Curls & Potions! Michelle stopped using relaxers back in 2007 after a bad hair salon experience and decided to formulate products that would not only help herself, but also her mother who had been losing her hair after a long battle with Breast Cancer. Michelle gets candid about how she started her hair care company, what motivates her to keep going and shares inspiring tips on how to navigate as an entrepreneur in the natural hair space. Not on...
2020-10-1146 min
Hair's The ScoopMy Favorite Refresher Sprays To Keep Your Hair Moisturized Throughout The Week.Hello and welcome back! If you tuned into my last episode on keeping dry hair moisturized, I mentioned how I love to use refresher sprays in my hair to help re-moisturize my hair throughout the week. So as promised, I’m back to give you a list of some of my absolute FAVORITE refresher sprays that you can pick up and try out for yourself! If you’ve never heard of a refresher spray or you’ve seen them in stores but were never quite sure of the purpose they serve, then continue to tune in. Tune in and...
2020-09-2713 min
Hair's The ScoopStruggling With Dry Natural Hair? My Top 4 Ways To Keep Your Hair Moisturized For Days At A Time! Dry hair can be the result of a multitude of things and unfortunately if treated too late, it can sometimes result in breakage. Do you ever feel like no matter what you buy, nothing seems to moisturize your hair for more than a day or two? Are you tired of having to completely re-wet your hair in order to get the moisture back in only after the first day of styling? In this episode, I give you my TOP 4 tips on achieving moisturized hair that can last and help with retaining more length and the overall health of your...
2020-09-1312 min
Hair's The ScoopMy Top 10 Ways To Regrow, Restore and Thicken Your Hair!Welcome Back! This is part 2 of last weeks episode, in which I discussed the Top 7 Reasons Why Your Hair Might Be Thinning. I felt it was only right to come back to you with my Top 10 Ways To Regrow, Restore and Thicken Your Hair! Be sure to listen until the very end, as I have a new product that will officially be available on the website shortly!!! Visit www.hairsthescoop.com to subscribe to my email list for exclusives. Tune in and don't forget to Subscribe, Rate and Review! Check out this episode and more o...
2020-09-0213 min
Hair's The ScoopTop 7 Reasons Why Your Hair Might Be Thinning (Part 1)In today's episode I'm giving the top 7 reasons why your hair might be thinning. This is part one of the two part series and if you have noticed that your hair isn't as full as it used to be, you have some sparse areas of baldness or breakage, you feel unsure about how much is too much hair to be shed on wash day... then continue to tune into part 1 of this episode. Tune in and don't forget to Subscribe, Rate and Review! Check out this episode and more on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Pl...
2020-08-2311 min
Hair's The ScoopConfessions of a Natural: How using Heat can actually help with your hair growth.In this episode I wanted to shed light on the ways in which I use heat on my natural hair. A lot of 'naturalistas' out there are very skeptical when it comes to using heat on their hair, due to the risk and/or possibility of heat damage. Although heat damage is something you will always have to be aware of, I wanted to share with you the ways in which I have safely incorporated heat into my natural hair journey for years without any adverse effects. In my opinion, using heat has actually helped to accelerate my hair...
2020-08-1609 min
Hair's The ScoopNatural Hair in Corporate America!In today's show, I decided to bring along my dear friend as a special guest. Her name is Vanessa and she has worked in Corporate America for nearly a decade, while trying to navigate the journey of her natural hair. Although it can be intimidating, her and I had such a great discussion on how to get over the fears and insecurities that come along with wearing your natural hair in the workplace or in public altogether! Vanessa discusses her personal experiences while taking us on the journey that led to her decision to return to natural! Tune in a...
2020-08-0228 min
Hair's The ScoopWash & Go as a Protective Style?In the natural hair community, when we think of protective hair styles, we immediately think of braids, twists, crotchets, wigs, buns and ponytails just to name a few. Typically, protective styles allow the hair to be tucked away for a specific period of time. What if I told you the wash & go can also double as your protective style as well? Join me in my perspective of how the wash & go hairstyle, may or may not meet the criteria of a more non-traditional way of protecting your hair as well. Check out this episode and more on A...
2020-07-1706 min
Hair's The ScoopBuilding a Regimen for Wild Hair GrowthIn today's episode, I discuss what it means to build a hair regimen. It is so important to have a routine when it comes to your hair, because as with anything else in life, consistency is key. Guess what... your hair is no different! If you want your hair to start thriving and make your life easier in the process, continue to tune to this episode. Check out this episode and more on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Player! Click here to subscribe to my RSS Feed (non-itunes feed): https://hairsthescoop.libsyn.com/rss Follow...
2020-07-1710 min
Hair's The ScoopHair Porosity: How to structure your regimen to work smarter, not harder.Do you know your hair's porosity? If not, you should. I found that once I understood my porosity, I was able to execute better product application, build a regimen and create perfect hairstyles. I was able to grow my hair to great lengths each month, because I understood the crown I was working with and what it needs to thrive! Check out this episode and more on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Player! Click here to subscribe to my RSS Feed (non-itunes feed): https://hairsthescoop.libsyn.com/rss Follow me on Instagram where...
2020-07-0407 min
Hair's The ScoopTrimming Natural Hair: Keep it healthy Sis!How often do you get your hair trimmed? Do you get it done professionally or do you DIY? In this episode I talk about why trimming natural hair is important, as well as my own routine for long, thick, healthy hair. Check out this episode and more on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Player! Click here to subscribe to my RSS Feed (non-itunes feed): https://hairsthescoop.libsyn.com/rss Follow me on Instagram where you can view exclusive photos and videos on how I style my natural hair & more at: https://www.instagram.c...
2020-07-0410 min
Hair's The ScoopSo, You Want To Go Natural...Are you thinking about going natural? Have you decided to give it a try, but you're still on the fence about the journey? If so, listen to my guide on all the best possible ways to get started and what you could expect! It should be an enjoyable experience for both you and your hair. So don't fret...there are options to enjoy the experience while maintaining your sanity. Check out this episode and more on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Player! Click here to subscribe to my RSS Feed (non-itunes feed): https://hairsthescoop.libsyn.c...
2020-07-0405 min
Hair's The ScoopManaging Your Coins While Purchasing Quality Products:Hello everyone! In today's episode I discuss the ways in which you can navigate your way to products with key ingredients that will most likely work for your hair, all while saving those coins! I teach you how to avoid purchasing those product "fails" and do your product shopping like a BOSS. Check out this episode and more on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Player! Click here to subscribe to my RSS Feed (non-itunes feed): https://hairsthescoop.libsyn.com/rss Follow me on Instagram where you can view exclusive photos and videos on h...
2020-07-0406 min
Hair's The ScoopProduct Buildup: How to detect it & how to restore natural hair after!Hello Dolls! In this episode we dive into product buildup, how to detect it and ways to avoid it. Have you ever wondered why your hair is not responding to some of your favorite products anymore? Take a listen and get your questions answered! Check out this episode and more on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Player! Click here to subscribe to my RSS Feed (non-itunes feed): https://hairsthescoop.libsyn.com/rss Follow me on Instagram where you can view exclusive photos and videos on how I style my natural hair & more at...
2020-07-0406 min
Hair's The ScoopAvoid Wash Day & Revamp Your Hairstyle!Hello Everyone! I hope you are well amidst this COVID-19 pandemic. Since I've been home awaiting this storm to pass, I have been really trying to use this opportunity to explore different hair hacks. One of them is by use of a special device almost everyone has in their home, in order to avoid wash day just a littttle bit longer. Now of course, if your going out into the elements, you must wash your hair in order to get rid of any contaminants you may have been exposed to. I like to go out with my scarf on...
2020-04-0208 min
Hair's The ScoopDifferences in Oils For Natural Hair CareIn today's episode I discuss the different categories of oils, their benefits and when to use which depending on your specific hair needs! Oils are so powerful and beneficial when it comes to trying to grow your hair to its BEST potential, but you should have a basic understanding of when to use which oil and for which hair type. Join me in this discussion! Check out this episode and more on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Player! Click here to subscribe to my RSS Feed (non-itunes feed): https://hairsthescoop.libsyn.com/rss ...
2020-02-0213 min
Hair's The ScoopIngredients in natural hair productsIn this episode, we discuss what goes into hair products and how we can use them to our benefit when we know what to look for. No more going through the aisles and being confused about ingredients in your products! Let's educate ourselves on what we are putting onto our bodies, so we can shop with confidence! Check out this episode and more on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Player! Click here to subscribe to my RSS Feed (non-itunes feed): https://hairsthescoop.libsyn.com/rss Follow me on Instagram where you can view...
2019-10-0920 min
Hair's The ScoopProtective StylingIn this episode I discuss protective styles! We all love a good hairstyle, especially one that requires little to no maintenance. Sometimes, these hairstyles can compromise our hair growth and scalp conditions. So I ask the question, are protective hairstyles actually protecting our hair... or are they essentially making matters worse? I decided to dive into this after getting knotless box braids one summer and keeping them in for a whopping 6 weeks! I learned a lot about the pros and the cons of wearing protective hairstyles and I wanted to share my thoughts. Tune in now!
2019-10-0711 min
Hair's The ScoopWelcome: My Natural Hair Journey!Welcome to a podcast all about natural hair! This episode discusses the show content as well my own person journey to going completely natural and finally ditching the relaxers for GOOD! Check out this episode and more on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Player! Click here to subscribe to my RSS Feed (non-itunes feed): https://hairsthescoop.libsyn.com/rss Follow me on Instagram where you can view exclusive photos and videos on how I style my natural hair & more at: https://www.instagram.com/hairs_the_scoop/ Join our Facebook Community w...
2019-10-0714 min