Destroy The Hairdresser

Why Working Hard Isn’t the Point Anymore

19 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this solo episode, David steps in without a co-pilot and delivers one of the most honest conversations we’ve had on the podcast in a long time.Th...

Influencers Are Eating Your Lunch — And You Cooked It

12 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Cyd is lighting up the mic with the conversation the industry still tiptoes around: the retail system is broken, stylists are stuck at th...

Moon Cycles, Tarot & Payroll: Has Your Salon Lost the Plot?

04 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Cyd and David go off (lovingly) on the rise of woo-woo salons—the ones where your haircut somehow turns into an unsolicited aura r...

The Hairdresser’s Guide to Building Legacy (and Not Losing Your Mind Online)

21 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this reflective solo episode, David gets honest about validation, legacy, and what it really means to be seen in the hair industry. From social m...

The Trap That’s Keeping You Broke and Invisible Online

13 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this solo episode, Cyd gets brutally honest about the excuses holding you back—from business growth to social media visibility to your own damn p...

The “I Don’t Need Help” Epidemic

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Cyd and David get real about the industry’s favorite lie: “I don’t need help.” They unpack why stylists and owners hide behind busyness, how p...

There’s Something Magical About Getting Your Sh*t Together

23 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Something magical happened while we were recording — we both yelled “witchcraft!” at the same time, and honestly… it fits.In this episode, C...

The Anti-Doom Playbook for Hairdressers

16 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this solo episode, David gets real about working and leading when the world feels unsteady. He reframes the salon as a place of structure and sanc...

The Story Strategy You’re Skipping

09 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Grab your spot in Cyd's Booked on Repeat: The hairdressers guide to IG stories class https://www.destroythehairdresser.com/offers/F63haZi5/checkou...

The Truth About “Industry Pricing”

27 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this solo episode, Cyd takes a flamethrower to pricing confusion and breaks down the three models most stylists use—à la carte, session pricing,...

Shit Happens (Literally): Salon Horror Stories & Hangover Haircuts

18 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Shit Happens (Literally): Salon Horror Stories & Hangover HaircutsIn this completely unhinged episode, Cyd and David take you on a ride through so...

Stop Defending Brands That Wouldn’t Defend You

11 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this explosive episode, Cyd and David go off about the parasitic nature of big beauty—and why hairdressers keep defending brands that would never...

Roll the Tape: The Death of Professionalism

05 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this unfiltered, unhinged, and unexpectedly tender episode, Cyd and David talk about what it really means to be professional in 2025. From FaceTi...

The Industry Standard Is a Scam

21 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this solo episode, Cyd Charisse comes in hot with a truth bomb the industry won’t say out loud: The industry standard is a scam designed to ke...

Commit to the Bit

14 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this chaotically honest episode, Cyd and David reunite after solo pods and dive into what everyone’s thinking but afraid to say: social media isn...

Isolation is the new cigarette.

07 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this raw and reflective solo episode, David shares a deeply personal message for anyone feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or on the edge of burnout. F...

Resentment, Raises, and Rage Bangs

01 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this fiery rapid-fire round of Hairdresser Hotline, Cyd and David channel their inner dragons to tackle your unfiltered, anonymous questions—from...

No Rage. No Rules. Just Results.

25 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this solo episode, David Bosscher sits down with you—just you—to deliver the kind of truth you won’t hear from most industry “leaders.” T...

SEO for Salon Rebels

20 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

SEO for Salon RebelsYou don’t need to go viral to get booked—you need to be found. In this quick solo episode, we’re talking about search engi...

19,334 Coaching Calls Later

11 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

From TikTok tools to nostalgic toys, this episode is full of unfiltered DTH chaos—and the powerful milestones hiding underneath it all. Cyd and Davi...

The grief of success

03 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone talks about the hustle, the climb, the breakthrough. But no one talks about what happens after you “make it.”In this episode, we unpack...

Debt Isn’t the Enemy, Shame Is

26 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Let’s talk money, shame, and why debt isn’t the dirty word the boomers made it out to be. In this refreshingly honest episode, Cyd and David get r...

Booked, Bothered, & Burnt Out by the Algorithm

19 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is your Instagram aesthetic on point but your books still empty? In this solo episode, Cyd pulls back the velvet curtain on the content circus and tea...

The Toxic High of Overworking

12 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this punchy and painfully honest episode, Cyd and David call out one of the most addictive drugs in the salon industry: overworking. From idolizing...

Glitter, Gays & Gaslighting

05 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this powerful and unfiltered episode of Destroy The Hairdresser, Cyd and David unpack the glamorization of queer stylists in the salon industry—...

Hybrids, Headaches, and Hair Drama

29 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A listener drops the tea on a messy rental salon situation: rent hikes, commission assistants in a booth rental space, unclear policies, and a salon o...

Raising Prices Isn’t a Crime But You Acting Like It Should Be

22 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A stylist is booked out for six months, making great money, and still refuses to raise their prices. Sound familiar? In this episode, we break down ...

How to Lose a Stylist in 10 Days: Part 3

15 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s the final part of the series salon owners can’t stop texting their therapist about. In this episode, Cyd and David drop ...

How to lose a stylist in 10 days: Part 2

08 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Part 2 of How to Lose a Stylist in 10 Days, Cyd and David are back with baby co-hosts, Benz shade, and some brutally honest salon truths. They bre...

How to Lose a Stylist in 10 Days: Part 1

01 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a special chaos-filled episode—featuring baby co-hosts, N*SYNC debates, and the cold, hard truth about why stylists keep quitting. Cyd an...

Astrology for Hairdressers with Josh Robbins

24 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this astrology-meets-business episode of Destroy The Hairdresser, Cyd is joined by professional astrologer and longtime friend Josh Robbins (forme...

Generational Wealth, But Make It EQ

17 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

“I finally made money… now I’m scared to spend it.” Welcome to the emotional rollercoaster of financial growth. This week on Destroy The Hai...

Love Bombs, Buy-Ins, and Burnout

10 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is it leadership or is it a cult?Salon owners keep asking how to get their team to care without sounding like they’re recruiting for a high-control ...

You can be rich, kind and cunty

03 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Cyd’s back on Threads and back on her bullshit (the good kind). In this episode, she and David talk about how social media became a space for truth ...

From IVF to IDGAF

01 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Trigger warning: discussion of child loss and medical complications. Cyd returns to the mic with a powerful and personal episode revealing the secret ...

Your Booking System is Holding You Back (And We Can Prove It) With Special guest Lori Obiedzinski

20 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Destroy The Hairdresser, David sits down with Lori Obiedzinski from Aura Salonware to discuss how technology is transforming t...

Licensed but Clueless: Why Beauty School is Failing Hairdressers With guest host Kris Centino

13 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Destroy The Hairdresser, David and Kris dive deep into the broken system of cosmetology licensing, the flaws in beauty school ...

Fear, Growth & Gratuity-Free: How Megan Harvey Transformed Her Career

06 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Destroy the Hairdresser, David Bosscher sits down with Megan Harvey, a longtime hairdresser who transformed her career through ...

How Natalie Kalae Scaled Her Business with the DTH Blueprint

27 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Destroy the Hairdresser, David Bosscher interviews longtime coaching client and salon owner Natalie Kalae. Natalie shares her jour...

Going Viral, Getting Canceled, and the Social Media Circus with guest host Bek Sanders

20 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Destroy the Hairdresser, David sits down with Coach Bek Sanders to unpack their wild ride through social media—from viral TikTok...

Does Your Team Actually Like You, or Are They Just Pretending? with guest host Jennessa Couture

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Destroy the Hairdresser, David is joined by Coach Jennessa Couture, who dives into the complexities of leading a salon team and ru...

Passing the mic: Coach Kat and Kyle take over DTH

06 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Destroy the Hairdresser Podcast, Coaches Kat Scott and Kyle Huntsberry take over the mic to answer questions from the Hairdres...

Commission Salons Are Not Dead—You’re Just Doing Them Wrong with Guest host Rachel Radford

30 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this lively and insightful episode of Destroy the Hairdresser, David Bosscher sits down with Coach Rachel to tackle salon owners' most pressing co...

Affiliate Freedom: How Hairstory is Transforming Retail with Wes Sharpton

23 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Destroy the Hairdresser, Cyd and Wes Sharpton discuss the evolution of the hairdressing industry, focusing on the importance of com...

I'd rather go tipless than be topless

16 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this thought-provoking and hilarious episode, Cyd and David dive into the hot topic of tipping in the salon industry. They explore the origins of t...

Surviving It All: Beth Bradley’s Journey from Fear to Freedom

09 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, David sits down with Beth Bradley, a former DTH student and owner of The Collective Hair Studio in North Palm...

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02 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this lively and sarcastic episode, Cyd and David dive into a Hairdresser Hotline submission from a stylist who shares their tumultuous experience...

Down there hair

19 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this season-ending episode of Destroy The Hairdresser, Cyd and David wrap up 2024 with humor, reflection, and a touch of alien conspiracy. From exp...

Apps of the future

13 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Destroy The Hairdresser, Cyd and David dive into the future of salon technology, sharing the importance of staying ahead in an ever...

The Retail Revolution with Hairstory’s CEO Dina Rosenbloom

05 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Destroy the Hairdresser, host David Bosscher chats with Dina Rosenbloom, the CEO of Hairstory. Dina shares her journey from Bumble ...

Hair for the holidays

28 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this lively and entertaining episode of Destroy the Hairdresser: The Podcast, Cyd and David reunite for a holiday-themed discussion filled with per...

Breaking up with ego with Shanna Wedekemper

21 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, David interviews Shanna Wedekemper, a long-time student of Destroy the Hairdresser. They discuss Shanna's journey from feeling overwh...

Election Hangover Cure

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this solo episode, Cyd Charisse of Destroy The Hairdresser addresses the impact of gratuity on hairstylists and the salon industry. She highlights ...

Hourly Pricing, Community, and the Power of Change with Casey Lewis

07 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Destroy the Hairdresser, host David Bosher interviews former student Casey Lewis about her journey through coaching and the transf...

Dreams, dollars and DTH with Joy Lamay

31 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Destroy the hairdresser the podcast, Guest Joy LaMay shares her journey of opening her salon, Ministry, during the pandemic and the...

Inside the coaching journey with Kate Kent

24 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this engaging conversation, Kate Kent shares her journey from being a student at Destroy the Hairdresser (DTH) to becoming a successful salon owner...

From $75 to $350 an hour with Rachel Radford

16 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Rachel Radford, owner of Ceremony Salon, shares her journey of transformation and success after implementing the strategies taught by Destroy the Hair...

To W2 or not to W2?

10 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this conversation, Cyd and David delve into the complexities of salon employment structures, particularly focusing on the differences between commi...

The New Commission Salon With Bek Sanders

05 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Destroy the Hairdresser, Cyd and Bec discuss Bec's unique journey in the hair industry, her role as a student admin and coach, and ...

To pop up or not pop up?

26 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Cyd and David discuss the concept of brain rot and their pre-recording dance routine. They also introduce the Hairdresser Hotline and...

From $35 Cuts to $300/Hour with Kris Templeton

19 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, David interviews Kris Templeton, owner of The Hype Hair Studio and The Hype Hair Academy. Kris shares her journey of joining Destroy ...

Codependency is a business killer

12 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of DTH the podcast, The conversation revolves around the topic of setting boundaries in relationships, both personal and professional....

From a One-Person Suite to a Salon Team with Kris Centino

05 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Cyd interviews Coach Kris, a successful salon owner and educator. Kris shares her journey from feeling burnt out and trapped in a tox...

Student Success Story: Mason Gold

29 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, David interviews Mason Gold, the owner of House of Chroma, about his experience with Destroy the Hairdresser (DTH). Mason shares how ...

The time loophole

22 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The conversation revolves around the topic of hourly pricing in a salon setting. The hosts discuss the challenges and possibilities of implementing ho...

Student Success Story: Cassie Belcher

15 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Cassie Belcher, a salon owner, sits down with hosts Cyd and David to discuss her journey in the hairdressing industry. She shares her...

How to leave your salon

08 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of DTH The Podcast, hosts Cyd and David tackle a deeply resonant topic for many hairdressers – how to leave your current salon to op...

DTH sits down with Coach Kyle Huntsberry

01 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this insightful episode of Destroy the Hairdresser, Cyd sits down with longtime student and newly minted coach, Kyle Huntsberry. Join us as Kyle re...

Beers, bloggers and balloons

25 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this lively episode of DTH The Podcast, hosts David and Cyd dive into a series of spontaneous and engaging topics, beginning with a mysterious loud...

*Clears Throat* lets talk about retail

18 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this lively episode of *DTH The Podcast*, hosts David and Cyd dive deep into the intricacies of retail sales within the salon industry. Kicking off...

Do I stay or do I go

11 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this heartfelt episode of DTH The Podcast, Cyd and David dive into a listener's dilemma about whether to stay in a small rural town or return t...

DTH Sits down with Coach Kat Scott

04 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hosts Cyd and David sit down with their fellow host and coach, Kat Scott, to discuss her transformational journey in the hairdressing industry. Kat sh...

Am I in coaching or a cult?

27 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, hosts Cyd and David tackle the fine line between coaching and cult-like behavior in various coaching programs. They kick off the epis...

Freedom vs. Anarchy

20 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this engaging episode of DTH The Podcast, hosts Cyd and David tackle the hot topic of "Freedom vs. Anarchy" in the salon business. Respon...

How to get along with others

13 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, David and Cyd tackle a common workplace dilemma: navigating relationships with colleagues and bosses. Taking a listener's text ab...

Hairdresser Hotline

06 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this lively episode, hosts Cyd and David introduce the new Hairdresser Hotline, an innovative tool where listeners can call or text anonymously to ...

How to build a business when the worlds on fire

30 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this dynamic episode of DTH The Podcast, hosts Cyd and David delve into the overwhelming complexities of modern life, from the mundane to the monum...

Do the hairdresser hustle

23 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this riveting episode of DTH The Podcast, hosts Cyd and David dive deep into the experiences of dealing with slow periods in the hairdressing indus...

Are you lost or are you found?

16 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are You Lost or Are You Found," hosts David and Cyd delve into the complex issue of crowdsourcing in the business world, particularly within the ...

Make that app clap

09 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this insightful episode of DTH The Podcast, hosts Cyd and David delve into the multifaceted challenges and rewards of podcasting, particularly focu...

The Myth of success

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hosts David and Cyd delve into a critical discussion about the widespread misconception that everyone can achieve wealth and success through the conve...

Offline Marketing

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of DTH The Podcast, hosts Cyd and David delve into the often overshadowed but crucial topic of offline marketing for salon owners and ...

Open Door Businesses

18 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Get ready, today we talk about flipping the script on traditional salon ownership. Fancy letting your stylists work in different spots? We're weig...

Financially Sexy

12 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's time to cozy up with your favorite hosts, Cyd and David, for another electric episode that's all about getting your financial groove on. ...

Adapting in your Business

04 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of DTH The Podcast, Cyd and David celebrate their ten-year anniversary, new baby, and reflect on the journey of DTH. They discuss the ...

When Our Methods Don't Work

28 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hey there, on today's episode of DTH The Podcast, David and Cyd get real about why their salon methods may not work for everyone. They discuss the...

Automation Nation

22 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of DTH The Podcast, "Automation Nation," hosts David and Cyd delve into the world of technology and automation in the hairdr...

Genius Business

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of DTH The Podcast, David and Cyd dive deep into the complexities of transitioning from being a successful hairdresser to becoming a s...

Sliding Scale

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode of DTH The Podcast, titled "Sliding Scales," hosts Cyd and David dive into the controversial topic of salon compensat...

Accountability the DTH way

29 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of DTH The Podcast is all about accountability, the DTH way. David and Cyd dive into the topic by discussing how business owners can supp...

When to Raise Your Prices

22 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of DTH The Podcast, David and Cyd explore the concept of sky-limit pricing in salons. They delve into how offering freedom and autonom...

The Sky is The Limit

15 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of DTH The Podcast, David and Cyd explore the concept of sky-limit pricing in salons. They delve into how offering freedom and autonom...

Deadly Comments

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hey there, in this episode, Cyd and David dive into some seriously wacky and wild tales from the hair salon world. From clients mixing up clothing ite...

Buy The Damn Building

01 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hey there, welcome to the latest episode of DTH The Podcast! This time, David and Cyd tackle the idea of buying salon businesses. They discuss the com...

Red Light Green Light

25 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of "DTH The Podcast," David and Cyd bring their unique spin to the world of salon clients, sparked by their obsession with S...

Go Inside DTH

18 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hey there, and welcome to another episode of DTH The Podcast! Today, David and Cyd dive into the world of coaching as they share some anonymous submis...

DTH sits down with Salon Scale founder Alicia Soulier

11 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tune into DTH The Podcast as hosts Cyd has an inspiring conversation with Alicia Soulier, the founder of Salon Scale. In this episode, we delve into A...

Bread and Butter

04 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of DTH The Podcast, hosts David and Cyd delve into the fascinating world of the $372,000 hairdresser. They discuss the mindset and cha...

Dresscodes for Salons

30 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of DTH The Podcast, hosts David and Cyd dive into the topic of dress codes in salons. They share their thoughts on the limitations and...

How to Retire

21 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of DTH The Podcast, hosts David and Cyd delve into the concept of retirement and how it has evolved over time. They discuss the changi...