[E15] Hairstyling at the World's Biggest Fashion Weeks with Abra Kennedy, Session Hairstylist

On this week's Coils, Cash, and Culture episode, we sit down with Nicol Varona Cancelmo, the co-founder of Ocoa Beauty, a brand she founded with her sister. In this episode, explore the journey of two sisters turned entrepreneurs and the story behind Ocoa Beauty's inception, guided by a shared vision of sustainable, inclusive beauty rooted in their roots in the Dominican Republic. From their commitment to sourcing ethical ingredients to their dedication to promoting diversity and self-love in the beauty industry, Nicol offers invaluable insights into the brand's mission and values and how they aspire to help more women love their curls. Grounded in the power of sisterhood, entrepreneurship, and conscious consumerism - this one is for anyone with kinks, coils, and curls.

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Join us on this Coils, Cash, and Culture episode, as we sit down with Jihan Thompson, the visionary co-founder and CEO of Swivel. In this conversation, we delve into how Swivel is reshaping the way hairstylists and clients with textured hair meet and reach each other. Inspired by her time working for beauty magazines, Jihan shares how she is building a tech-first platform to make booking with hairstylists across the United States easier, particularly for people of color and Black people.

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Join us in this Coils, Cash, and Culture episode as we delve into the inspiring story behind Konnie Wells, a mechanical engineer who built the first hair-parting filter on TikTok.

Konnie shares how solving problems from a young age has helped her on the path to becoming a mechanical engineer. From concept to creation she shares the challenges and triumphs of bringing her innovative idea to life. Gain exclusive insights into the intersection of technology, creativity, and personal grooming, and discover how Konnie's passion for engineering reshaped the landscape of social media beauty trends. This episode is a must-listen for anyone intrigued by the fusion of science and digital culture - and wants to giggle.

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In this episode, we delve into the inspiring story behind Texture Talks with the founder, Paige Lewin. In a candid conversation, Paige takes us on a journey through her personal hair experiences, revealing how her unique relationship with her hair became the driving force behind the creation of Texture Talks.

From embracing and navigating the complexities of texture, Paige shares the challenges and triumphs that led her to realize there was a need for a platform like Texture Talks. Discover how her transformative hair journey sparked the idea to initiate meaningful conversations about self-love, acceptance, and the diverse beauty of textured hair.


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Molecia shares how doing Leigh-Pinnock’s braids helped her break into celebrity hairstyling, her approach to creative hair art, and her hopes for the future of the representation of textured hair in entertainment.

This episode is part of Beyond the Set: Session Hair Artists, a season in collaboration with Celebraids, a hairstyling agency that connects highly skilled textured hair specialists with professionals. "Beyond the Set: Session Hair Artists" puts the spotlight on the world of hair styling for textured specialists, with insightful conversations that delve into the art, culture, and expertise behind creating stunning hair designs around the world in entertainment, fashion, and music. This series offers a unique and much-needed platform for these talented artists to share their stories, experiences, and the secrets behind their craft.

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Abra Kennedy gives insight into what it takes to become a session hairstylist. After moving to London, she has contributed significantly for six consecutive years in London, Paris, Milan, and New York. These experiences have significantly elevated her hairstyling skills. Leaving Berlin, Germany was a necessary step for her to reach the level she has attained today.

This episode is part of Beyond the Set: Session Hair Artists, a season in collaboration with Celebraids, a hairstyling agency that connects highly skilled textured hair specialists with professionals. "Beyond the Set: Session Hair Artists" puts the spotlight on the world of hair styling for textured specialists, with insightful conversations that delve into the art, culture, and expertise behind creating stunning hair designs around the world in entertainment, fashion, and music. This series offers a unique and much-needed platform for these talented artists to share their stories, experiences, and the secrets behind their craft.

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Yann Turchi discusses the hair industry in Paris, France, the world of wig hairstyling, and the evolution of the fashion and beauty industry.

This episode is part of Beyond the Set: Session Hair Artists, a season in collaboration with Celebraids, a hairstyling agency that connects highly skilled textured hair specialists with professionals. "Beyond the Set: Session Hair Artists" puts the spotlight on the world of hair styling for textured specialists, with insightful conversations that delve into the art, culture, and expertise behind creating stunning hair designs around the world in entertainment, fashion, and music. This series offers a unique and much-needed platform for these talented artists to share their stories, experiences, and the secrets behind their craft.

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Rosie shares practical ways the hair and fashion industry can be more inclusive. We discuss the process of learning, pricing, and what can be done now to drive progress in the hair industry. This episode is part of Beyond the Set: Session Hair Artists, a season in collaboration with Celebraids, a hairstyling agency that connects highly skilled textured hair specialists with professionals. "Beyond the Set: Session Hair Artists" puts the spotlight on the world of hair styling for textured specialists, with insightful conversations that delve into the art, culture, and expertise behind creating stunning hair designs around the world in entertainment, fashion, and music. This series offers a unique and much-needed platform for these talented artists to share their stories, experiences, and the secrets behind their craft.

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ZeeZee Does talks about her unplanned path into hair artistry, her approach to staying creative, and why education is an important step to unlocking more inclusivity in hair.

This episode is part of Beyond the Set: Session Hair Artists, a season in collaboration with Celebraids, a hairstyling agency that connects highly skilled textured hair specialists with professionals. "Beyond the Set: Session Hair Artists" puts the spotlight on the world of hair styling for textured specialists, with insightful conversations that delve into the art, culture, and expertise behind creating stunning hair designs around the world in entertainment, fashion, and music. This series offers a unique and much-needed platform for these talented artists to share their stories, experiences, and the secrets behind their craft.

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Nat Bury, one of London’s most in-demand barbers,  breaks down the value barbering brings to the local community, his experiences solving challenges on set, and his hopes for the future of barbering and textured hair.

This episode is part of Beyond the Set: Session Hair Artists, a season in collaboration with Celebraids, a hairstyling agency that connects highly skilled textured hair specialists with professionals. "Beyond the Set: Session Hair Artists" puts the spotlight on the world of hair styling for textured specialists, with insightful conversations that delve into the art, culture, and expertise behind creating stunning hair designs around the world in entertainment, fashion, and music. This series offers a unique and much-needed platform for these talented artists to share their stories, experiences, and the secrets behind their craft.

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