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  • 84: Barbering is Broken? Paul Stafford & Neil Toner Expose the Truth!
    In this episode of The Noble Barber, Anthony visits Belfast to sit down with barbering legends Paul Stafford and Neil Toner. Together they unpack the broken parts of the industry—from dying apprenticeship programs to the real reasons staff leave shops. It's honest, raw, and essential listening for anyone who cares about the future of barbering. 00:00 - This Will Piss Some Barbers Off... 01:32 - “Back Then, We Had Standards” 05:09 - Apprenticeships Are Dying 09:22 - Why Your Barbershop Won’t Grow 14:44 - The Truth About Industry Awards 19:51 - Clients Are Choosing Experience Over Haircuts 25:06 - Barbering Is at a Crossroads 31:02 - No One Wants to Be a Mentor Anymore 36:40 - This Is Why Staff Leave Shops 41:15 - Do We Even Know What a Good Haircut Is Anymore? THE 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.  Please give us a follow on our socials: @thenoblebarberpodcast  @thenoblebarber barber shop talk podcast, barbering podcast interviews, behind the chair barber podcast, barber industry podcast, men's grooming podcast, haircut tips podcast, barber shop stories podcast, barber techniques podcast, barber lifestyle podcast, barber tools review podcast
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  • 83: Behind the Scenes of Wild's Rockstar Popstar Show | Simon Shaw & Michael Damiano
    In this episode of The Noble Barber Podcast, Simon Shaw and Michael Damiano take us behind the scenes of Wild's unstoppable success. With 25 years of experience, Simon shares the secrets to staying relevant in the ever-changing barbering industry, while Michael reveals how he went from an aspiring barber to a global sensation with Wild. From exclusive insights on their epic Rockstar Popstar show to the truth about building a world-class team, this episode is packed with game-changing advice. Discover why mentorship and relentless innovation are key to surviving in this high-stakes industry and why barbershop owners are missing a major business hack. This is a must-listen for anyone in the barbering world who wants to elevate their game. Hit that subscribe button and tune in now! [00:00:00] - "Barbershops Today: Why Everyone's Finally Coming Together!"   [00:01:10] - "How Simon Shaw Took Wild from Zero to Global Powerhouse"   [00:02:15] - "The Secret to 25 Years of Success in Barbering"   [00:04:00] - "Behind Wild's Epic Rockstar Popstar Show: What You Didn't See"   [00:06:00] - "Wild's Winning Formula: Why They Keep Crushing the Competition"   [00:08:30] - "Is Barbering a Dying Industry? Simon Shaw Weighs In"   [00:10:15] - "The Shocking Truth About Staying Relevant for 25 Years"   [00:12:30] - "Simon Shaw's Mentorship Secrets: What Every Barber Needs to Know"   [00:14:50] - "How Michael Damiano Went From Amateur to Rockstar Barber"   [00:17:00] - "The Real Struggles of Working for a Billion-Dollar Brand"   [00:19:15] - "Why Wild's Team Is Unstoppable: The Secret Sauce"   [00:22:00] - "The One Thing Barbershop Owners Are Forgetting to Do"   [00:24:00] - "Business Coaches Are Lying to You — Here’s Why"   [00:27:00] - "How to Run a Successful Barbershop: The KPI Hack You Need"   [00:30:00] - "The Most Powerful Mentorship Advice You'll Ever Hear"   [00:32:30] - "The Brutal Truth About Direct Criticism: What Simon Shaw Knows"   [00:35:30] - "Simon Shaw's Global Empire: What You Can Learn from His Success"   [00:37:00] - "How to Stay Grounded While Becoming a Barbering Legend"   [00:38:00] - "The Wild Legacy: Why They're Still the Best After 106 Years" THE 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.  Please give us a follow on our socials: @thenoblebarberpodcast  @thenoblebarber barber shop talk podcast, barbering podcast interviews, behind the chair barber podcast, barber industry podcast, men's grooming podcast, haircut tips podcast, barber shop stories podcast, barber techniques podcast, barber lifestyle podcast, barber tools review podcast
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  • 82: How Ricki Hall & Captain Fawcett Built A Global Grooming Brand | Haircon 2025 (Live)
    THE 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.  Please give us a follow on our socials: @thenoblebarberpodcast a @thenoblebarber barber shop talk podcast, barbering podcast interviews, behind the chair barber podcast, barber industry podcast, men's grooming podcast, haircut tips podcast, barber shop stories podcast, barber techniques podcast, barber lifestyle podcast, barber tools review podcast
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  • 81: The Grit, The Grind, and the Glory of Stage Work | Noble Barber Podcast | (LIVE)
    THE NOBLE BARBER PODCAST  0:00 The Reality of Barbering: The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly 2:30 From Uncool to Iconic: The Evolution of Barbering 5:00 Getting Out of Your Comfort Zone: The Importance of Testing Yourself 7:00 The Barbering Journey: How One Decision Changed Their Lives 10:30 The Unseen Struggles of Stage Work: Blood, Sweat, and Tears 13:00 Learning from Mistakes: Cutting Your Knuckle on Stage 16:30 Education in Barbering: The Importance of Sharing Knowledge 18:00 Becoming a Barber Educator: The Real Commitment Behind Teaching 21:00 Overcoming Adversity: Balancing Career, Education, and Passion 23:30 Tips for Aspiring Barbers: How to Break Into Stage Work 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.  Please give us a follow on our socials: @thenoblebarberpodcast  @thenoblebarber barber shop talk podcast, barbering podcast interviews, behind the chair barber podcast, barber industry podcast, men's grooming podcast, haircut tips podcast, barber shop stories podcast, barber techniques podcast, barber lifestyle podcast, barber tools review podcast
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  • 80: He Left the Army at 26 to Cut Hair?! The MENSPIRE Barbering Takeover | GBBB (LIVE)
    This episode of The Noble Barber Podcast is a deep dive into the world of modern barbering, education, and community. Recorded live at the Great British Barber Bash in Belfast, host Anthony Leban sits down with MenSpire’s Owen Murphy and Jeffrey Batista to explore their unique journeys — from a small Irish village and the British Army, all the way to becoming leaders in one of Europe’s fastest-growing men's grooming brands. They talk about mentorship, education, personal growth, and what it really takes to build a career in barbering today. Whether you're a fresh-faced apprentice or a seasoned stylist, this conversation is packed with gems about mindset, opportunity, and the power of being part of something bigger. THE NOBLE BARBER PODCAST | NEW EPISODES EVERY THURSDAY 6PM GMT 00:00 - It’s More Than Just a Skin Fade 02:00 - From a Small Village to a Global Brand 03:00 - Leaving the Army for Barbering?! 05:00 - Scouted by MenSpire at 16 09:00 - The “Zero to Hero” Course That Changed Everything 13:00 - 9 Salons Across Amsterdam?! 17:00 - The Real Secret to Barbering Success 24:00 - Mentorship vs. Self-Taught Barbers 31:00 - Charging €100 for a Haircut?! 38:00 - The Power of Team Culture in Barbering 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.  Please give us a follow on our socials: @thenoblebarberpodcast  @thenoblebarber barber shop talk podcast, barbering podcast interviews, behind the chair barber podcast, barber industry podcast, men's grooming podcast, haircut tips podcast, barber shop stories podcast, barber techniques podcast, barber lifestyle podcast, barber tools review podcast
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Top Barber Podcast hosted by indursry proffesional 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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