As the global pandemic spreads we're all doing what we can to manage. The other pandemic is anxiety, so I wanted to create some free content which is useful for keyworkers and carers of all kinds, and to provide content which gives us something else to think about too. Featuring guest interviews with key workers, experts by experience and professional experts offering advice.
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Step inside the salon chair and beyond, with Heads Together, the new podcast from legendary hairdressing brothers Michael Van Clarke and Nicky Clarke. With over 50 years of experience shaping the hair of royalty, celebrities, and fashion icons, they reveal untold stories, industry secrets, and personal moments you've never heard before. From red carpet glamour to the realities of building iconic businesses, they explore sibling rivalry, family dynamics, and the highs and lows of life at the ...
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Season Finale: Sophia Loren, Margaritas and Tight Leather Trousers.
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21:37In this episode, Nicky Clarke and Michael Van Clarke swap stories of leather trousers, Harleys, Savile Row suits, and why Nicky once introduced Dress Up Friday in his salon. From Penélope Cruz answering the door in a towel to a mistaken invitation for Michael to dance at Sadler’s Wells, the brothers trace how style, image, and identity shaped their…
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The Mayfair Years: Life at John Frieda’s First Salon
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24:00In this episode, Nicky Clarke and Michael Van Clarke take a trip back to the salon floor of the 70s and 80s, when hairdressing was brimming with glamour, creativity, and spontaneity. From John Frieda’s Mayfair townhouse buzzing with celebrities to test shoots that ended up as front covers, they recall a time when saying yes opened doors to extraord…
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The LLP Model: The Modern Way to Run a Salon
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22:32In this episode, Michael Van Clarke welcomes back Mitchell Scott to explore the unique LLP partnership model that underpins the salon’s success. They discuss why hairdressing should be treated like other professions — law, medicine, architecture, and how the LLP structure gives stylists a genuine sense of ownership without the risks of traditional …
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Episode Title: Rivalry, Leather Trousers and £5,000 haircuts.
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13:10In this episode, Michael Van Clarke and Nicky Clarke sit down to explore the myths, tensions, and truths behind their parallel journeys through British hairdressing. They revisit moments of supposed rivalry, from Nicky’s dramatic leap into salon ownership in the depths of recession, to Michael’s reflections on what it meant to build his own busines…
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The Hard Truth About Starting a Business with Mitchell Scott
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20:10In this episode, Michael Van Clarke sits down with principal stylist Mitchell Scott to reflect on what it really takes to open and run a salon. Michael looks back at being 27 and leaving behind a successful career at John Frieda’s flagship salon to start up his own salon, without quite realising the stress and sacrifice that would shape his first d…
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The Truth Behind the British Hairdressing Awards
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16:08In this episode, Michael Van Clarke and Nicky Clarke revisit the highs, controversies, and changing culture of the British Hairdressing Awards. They explore the rise of digital retouching, the spiralling costs of competition (tens of thousands for just four pictures), and why at times, simply being nominated felt like enough. From behind-the-scenes…
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Green Lotion, Pink Wax and Starting Salons From Scratch
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26:26In this episode, Michael Van Clarke and Nicky Clarke revisit the turbulent mid-1980s. A time of creative breakthroughs, tense negotiations, and bold decisions. They discuss the rise of salon product innovation, from the accidental birth of “green lotion” to reworking American waxes for European hair, and the beginnings of the silicon revolution in …
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Gen Z, Work Ethic & Finding the Right People
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13:23In this episode, Michael Van Clarke is joined once again by principal stylist Mitchell Scott for a frank conversation about generational attitudes in hairdressing. From the stereotype of Gen Z being “too flaky” or “too entitled” to the realities of training, recruitment, and running a salon, they explore what it really takes to find, and keep, grea…
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Behind the Scenes of Royal Hairdressing
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19:34In this episode, Nicky Clarke and Michael Van Clarke sit down to trade stories from decades of styling some of the world’s most recognisable heads of hair. They recall the first time they worked at the royal residences, tiara fittings before state banquets, and memorable moments with Princess Diana and the Queen herself. From Pavarotti in the Park …
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The Diamond Dry Cut & Iconic Haircuts
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20:15In this episode, Michael Van Clarke and Nicky Clarke discuss Michael’s signature diamond dry cut technique and share their thoughts on why the industry has increasingly shifted towards faster and faster haircuts. Together, they question where hairdressing is headed and whether it can revive the artistry that makes a haircut truly exceptional. They …
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Sibling Rivalry, Salon Dreams & Missed Chances
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13:07In this candid episode of Heads Together, brothers Nicky Clarke and Michael Van Clarke dive into their real-life sibling rivalry and how it shaped their careers in British hairdressing. They discuss creative differences, missed business opportunities, including a dream Grosvenor Square salon, and how loyalty, ambition, and family dynamics influence…
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Trolls, TikTok & The True Art of Hair
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29:41In this episode, Michael Van Clarke is joined by principal stylist and long-time collaborator Mitchell Scott for a frank and fascinating conversation. Together, they unpack the philosophy behind truly mastering hairdressing — and discuss the viral TikTok videos that sparked criticism and trolling online. From the value of great assistants and the a…
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Michael Van Clarke & Nicky Clarke: How It All Began
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23:57In this very first episode, Michael Van Clarke and Nicky Clarke look back on the early years that led them into entrepreneurship, business and hairdressing. From strict school uniforms and family expectations to the allure of Bowie, 70s fashion, and chance opportunities, they explore the moments that sparked their creativity and set the foundation …
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In Episode 10 I talk to comedian and writer David Baddiel about his dad Colin who has Pick's Disease, the complexity of truth, social media and political tribalism.द्वारा Nicky Clark
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In this episode I talk to Jim Hawkins radio presenter on BBC Radio Shropshire about the importance of local radio during the pandemic, twitter trolls and mental health in the time of the pandemic and to Gail Renard writer, BAFTA member and former chair of the Writer's Guild of Great Britain, about interviewing John Lennon, female writing representa…
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In this episode I talk to comedian Geoff Norcott about The Mash Report, his work with the BBC diversity panel and political tribalism. Links mentioned in this episode : https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/b08yxh4h/the-mash-report https://www.theguardian.com/media/2019/may/01/white-tory-voting-comedian-gets-place-on-bbc-diversity-watchdog…
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In this episode I talk to Sally Phillips, actor, writer and presenter about the ethical debate around pregnancy testing for Downs Sydrome, being a parent care under lockdown and women looking their age onscreen Links mentioned : Acting your Age Campaign http://www.mrsnickyclark.com/-acting-your-age--campaign.html VEEP : https://www.hbo.com/veep…
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In this Episode I talk to Colin a support worker and service manager, about his work, life under lockdown and the value of Social Care to the disabled adults being supported and to the whole country.द्वारा Nicky Clark
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In this episode I talk to Jo Land, CEO of Avenues group a home care provider working with young adults with acquired brain injury, autism and learning disability. Jo talks about the vital role of home based support workers, the additional challenges faced by support workers under the corona virus pandemic and her hopes for our continued appreciatio…
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In this episode I talk to actor Paul Chahidi about his work and life under lockdown and Matt Hood from the actors union Equity on the challenges facing the industry at the moment and the help and support available. Links mentioned : https://www.artsminds.co.uk/worrying/covid19-coronavirus/ To get financial support as a performer : https://www.equit…
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This highlights podcast contains clips of Episodes 1-3 and a trailer for my interview with actor Paul Chahidi from the upcoming Episode 4.द्वारा Nicky Clark
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In this episode I talk to Jess Phillips MP for Birmingham Yardley about how the corona virus lockdown in the UK is impacting women and to Kay Burley on bringing the nation the news in difficult & distressing times.द्वारा Nicky Clark
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In this episode I talk to Jo Whiley, BBC R2 broadcaster & TV presenter, about family caring for her learning disabled sister Frances, presenting her evening radio show during shut down and how we're all changing. I also speak to Edel Harris, newly appointed CEO of Mencap, on how the charity is supporting learning disabled people, care workers and f…
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In this episode I talk to Alan Gardner fom C4's "The Autistic Gardener", about life for him as an autistic man during the corona virus crisis, GP Dr Samara Afzal shares advice on the symptoms of Covid-19 and how to keep ourselves and others safe and Jolanta Lasota CEO of Ambitious About Autism, talks about the work they're doing to support students…
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OK so just like The Six Million Dollar Man (nice reference for millennials there) we have the technology for phone interviews and we can build this thing.द्वारा Nicky Clark
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