Feb 25, 2026
In this episode of the Hairbrained Podcast, Gerard Scarpaci sits down with Luis Gonzalez from Vida Salon for an honest conversation about growth, change, and long-term partnership. Luis shares how Aveda first entered his world and his journey as an artist and a salon owner. Together, they explore what trust looks like...
Feb 22, 2026
Join Melvin Royce Lane, Global Creative Director of ELEVEN Australia, as he shares his journey from salon receptionist to industry innovator. Discover how relentless education and pushing boundaries can transform your career. Melvin reveals why traditional training is just the beginning and how editorial work and...
Feb 5, 2026
In this episode of Hairbrained Conversations, Jacob Khan sits down with Amsterdam-based colorist and educator Conor James Doyle for a wide-ranging conversation on education, problem-solving, and why teaching sharpens your craft. Conor shares his unconventional path into hairdressing—from studying psychology, music,...
Jan 16, 2026
In this episode, we sit down with Andrew O’Toole—Co-Creative Director at ELEVEN Australia and an award-winning photographer—to talk about what happens when you commit to a craft and move fast with intention.
Andrew shares how, within six months of picking up a camera, he became a working professional—and how...