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Top Barber Podcast hosted by industry professional Anthony Laban. The only podcast that is "cutting through the crap". Weekly guests featured talking through any and everything barber related.
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- Jul 23, 202633 min
126: Why Great Barbers FAIL as Business Owners | The Leadership Skills Nobody Teaches
Why do so many talented barbers struggle when they become business owners?Recorded live at HairCon 2026, Anthony Laban is joined by Tom Chapman (Diligents) and Michael Damiano to discuss the leadership skills that separate successful barbershops from those that fail.They dive into building a strong team culture, earning respect as a leader instead of acting like a boss, managing self-employed barbers, handling staff who leave, growing through social media, hiring for personality over skill, and why communication is the most valuable tool any shop owner has.Whether you're opening your first shop or managing a growing team, this episode is packed with honest advice from owners who have built successful businesses.SUBSCRIBE TO THE NOBLE BARBERS CAREERS & ADVICE APP! 👇Website: https://www.thenoblebarber.co.ukFOLLOW US 🐂 ✂️Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thenoblebarberpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenoblebarberpodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thenoblebarberCredits:Filmed & Edited by HAMLIN STUDIOS: https://www.instagram.com/hamlinstudios/?hl=en-gbTHE NOBLE BARBER PODCAST Hosted by industry professional and award-winning barber Anthony Laban. Joined weekly by industry professionals to talk about barbering, becoming and maintaining a barber shop, hiring, employment, money and cutting through the crap of the industry.
- Jul 16, 202633 min
125: The Future Of Barbering Starts With Better Education | The Noble Barber
Are apprenticeships in barbering broken?Recorded live at HairCon 2026, Anthony Laban is joined by Aaron Dorn and Adam Sloan from the Men's Hairdressing Federation (MHFed) to discuss the future of barbering education.The panel explores why apprenticeships have declined, the financial support available to employers, the challenges facing salons and barbershops, online education, becoming a better educator, and what separates great apprentices from the rest.Whether you're a salon owner, barber, educator or someone thinking about joining the industry, this episode is packed with practical advice and honest discussion.SUBSCRIBE TO THE NOBLE BARBERS CAREERS & ADVICE APP! 👇Website: https://www.thenoblebarber.co.ukFOLLOW US 🐂 ✂️Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thenoblebarberpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenoblebarberpodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thenoblebarberCredits:Filmed & Edited by HAMLIN STUDIOS: https://www.instagram.com/hamlinstudios/?hl=en-gbTHE NOBLE BARBER PODCAST Hosted by industry professional and award-winning barber Anthony Laban. Joined weekly by industry professionals to talk about barbering, becoming and maintaining a barber shop, hiring, employment, money and cutting through the crap of the industry.
- Jul 9, 202641 min
124: The BIG Problem With Barber Education (And Why Social Media Isn't Enough)
SUBSCRIBE TO THE NOBLE BARBERS CAREERS & ADVICE APP! 👇Website: https://www.thenoblebarber.co.uk00:00 Intro02:21 Why Print?06:37 Creative Process13:33 Future Talent20:21 American Crew28:19 Retail Reality34:19 Education Matters40:21 Final ThoughtsFOLLOW US 🐂 ✂️Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thenoblebarberpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenoblebarberpodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thenoblebarberCredits:Filmed & Edited by HAMLIN STUDIOS: https://www.instagram.com/hamlinstudios/?hl=en-gbTHE NOBLE BARBER PODCAST Hosted by industry professional and award-winning barber Anthony Laban. Joined weekly by industry professionals to talk about barbering, becoming and maintaining a barber shop, hiring, employment, money and cutting through the crap of the industry.
- Jul 2, 202638 min
122: You DON'T Need A Salon To Be Successful | Desmond Murray & Stacy Wright
Do you need to own a salon to build a successful career in hairdressing?Recorded live at HairCon 2026, Anthony Laban is joined by Desmond Murray and Stacey Wright to discuss the many career paths available within the hair industry. From editorial work and education to photography, Fashion Week and global brand roles, they share why success isn't limited to owning a salon.The conversation explores creativity, mentorship, discipline, awards, imposter syndrome and why constantly learning is the key to building a long and fulfilling career.Whether you're an apprentice, barber, hairdresser or salon owner, this episode is packed with practical advice and inspiration for anyone looking to grow in the industry.Follow our guests:📲 Desmond Murray: @desmondmurray📲 Stacey Wright: @staceywright_If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to like, subscribe and leave a review. It really helps us continue bringing conversations like this to The Noble Barber.SUBSCRIBE TO THE NOBLE BARBERS CAREERS & ADVICE APP! 👇Website: https://www.thenoblebarber.co.ukFOLLOW US 🐂 ✂️Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thenoblebarberpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenoblebarberpodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thenoblebarberCredits:Filmed & Edited by HAMLIN STUDIOS: https://www.instagram.com/hamlinstudios/?hl=en-gbTHE NOBLE BARBER PODCAST Hosted by industry professional and award-winning barber Anthony Laban. Joined weekly by industry professionals to talk about barbering, becoming and maintaining a barber shop, hiring, employment, money and cutting through the crap of the industry.
- Jun 25, 202640 min
121: How to Build a Barber Brand That Lasts | Savills & Crate Collective
What separates a successful barber from a successful business owner?Recorded live at HairCon 2026, Anthony Laban sits down with Joth Davies (Savills Barbers) and Charles Rose (Crate Collective) to discuss what it really takes to build a long-lasting barbering business. From growing teams and retaining staff to education, branding, academies and expanding beyond the chair, this episode is packed with practical advice for barbers looking to think bigger.Whether you're opening your first shop or planning your next move, this conversation offers honest insight into building a business that lasts.Follow our guests for more barbering and business insights:Joth Davies & Savills Barbers: https://www.instagram.com/savillsbarbers/Charles Rose & Crate Collective: https://www.instagram.com/cratecollective/If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to like, subscribe and leave a review. It really helps us continue bringing conversations like this to The Noble Barber.SUBSCRIBE TO THE NOBLE BARBERS CAREERS & ADVICE APP! 👇Website: https://www.thenoblebarber.co.ukFOLLOW US 🐂 ✂️Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thenoblebarberpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenoblebarberpodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thenoblebarberCredits:Filmed & Edited by HAMLIN STUDIOS: https://www.instagram.com/hamlinstudios/?hl=en-gbTHE NOBLE BARBER PODCAST Hosted by industry professional and award-winning barber Anthony Laban. Joined weekly by industry professionals to talk about barbering, becoming and maintaining a barber shop, hiring, employment, money and cutting through the crap of the industry.
- Jun 18, 202632 min
120: Should Barbers Open a Studio? The Truth Nobody Tells You | Dan Gregory & Pete Cranfield
In this special Haircon episode, we discuss, should barbers open a private studio, or are they making the move too early?Recorded live at HairCon Manchester, Anthony Laban sits down with Dan Gregory and Pete Cranfield to discuss the realities of studio life, building a loyal clientele, social media, pricing, no-shows, client retention and what it really takes to make a studio successful.From attracting customers and creating a premium experience to avoiding common mistakes and knowing when you're actually ready to go solo, this episode is packed with honest advice for barbers at every stage of their career.Whether you're considering opening a studio or looking to grow your existing business, this conversation offers practical insights from two of the industry's most respected names.SUBSCRIBE TO THE NOBLE BARBERS CAREERS & ADVICE APP! 👇Website: https://www.thenoblebarber.co.ukFOLLOW US 🐂 ✂️Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thenoblebarberpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenoblebarberpodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thenoblebarberCredits:Filmed & Edited by HAMLIN STUDIOS: https://www.instagram.com/hamlinstudios/?hl=en-gbTHE NOBLE BARBER PODCAST Hosted by industry professional and award-winning barber Anthony Laban. Joined weekly by industry professionals to talk about barbering, becoming and maintaining a barber shop, hiring, employment, money and cutting through the crap of the industry.
- Apr 16, 20261h 2m
119: Deep Dive: Josh Lamonica
Josh Lamonaca (MENSPIRE) shares his full journey from cutting hair at 15 to building one of the most influential men’s hair brands in the world.In this episode, we dive into how he went from self-taught barbering in his grandmother’s garage to performing on global stages, creating a new standard for men’s hairdressing, and building a worldwide education platform.Josh opens up about ego, burnout, rejection, discipline, and the mindset shift that changed everything — from “showing” to truly “sharing.” This is a must-watch for barbers, creatives, and anyone building something from the ground up.SUBSCRIBE TO THE NOBLE BARBERS CAREERS & ADVICE APP! 👇Website: https://www.thenoblebarber.co.ukFOLLOW US 🐂 ✂️Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thenoblebarberpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenoblebarberpodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thenoblebarberCredits:Filmed & Edited by HAMLIN STUDIOS: https://www.instagram.com/hamlinstudios/?hl=en-gbTHE NOBLE BARBER PODCAST Hosted by industry professional and award-winning barber Anthony Laban. Joined weekly by industry professionals to talk about barbering, becoming and maintaining a barber shop, hiring, employment, money and cutting through the crap of the industry.
- Apr 2, 202655 min
118: Menspire: Co Founder from a 3 chair shop to 30+ shops in less than a decade
This one’s different.Sam from MENSPIRE isn’t the loudest guy in the room…but he’s built one of the biggest barber brands in the world.From earning £500 a month and thinking he’d “made it”…to building a global business with shops across the world this episode breaks down what it actually takes.We talk about staying in your lane, building the right team, why most barbers get it wrong early on, and the reality of starting from nothing.If you’re a barber, creative, or building something of your own this one will hit.Subscribe for more real conversations from inside the industry.Sam Palmer is the co-founder of MENSPIRE, one of the most recognised men’s grooming brands in the world. From cutting hair in his parents’ front room to building a global business with locations across the UK, Dubai, New York and beyond. Sam has been at the core of scaling the brand from day one.Known for focusing on culture, team and long-term growth, Sam has played a key role in building MENSPIRE into more than just a barbershop but a global brand shaping the future of modern men’s grooming.Follow Sam here:Instagram: @sam_menspireMENSPIRE: @menspireacademySUBSCRIBE TO THE NOBLE BARBERS CAREERS & ADVICE APP! 👇Website: https://www.thenoblebarber.co.ukFOLLOW US 🐂 ✂️Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thenoblebarberpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenoblebarberpodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thenoblebarberCredits:Filmed & Edited by HAMLIN STUDIOS: https://www.instagram.com/hamlinstudios/?hl=en-gbTHE NOBLE BARBER PODCAST Hosted by industry professional and award-winning barber Anthony Laban. Joined weekly by industry professionals to talk about barbering, becoming and maintaining a barber shop, hiring, employment, money and cutting through the crap of the industry.
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