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Chris Baran's Headcases

Hosted by Chris Baran · arts · EN-US

147 episodes12 recent guestsAudience: 10~365 on YouTube
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About this Podcast:

How great would it be to get up close and personal with the beauty industry heroes we love and admire, and to ask them: how did you learn to do what you do? I’m Chris Baran, a hairstylist and educator for 40 plus years, and I’m inviting all our heroes to chat and share the secrets of their success.

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What is Chris Baran's Headcases about?

How great would it be to get up close and personal with the beauty industry heroes we love and admire, and to ask them: how did you learn to do what you do? I’m Chris Baran, a hairstylist and educator for 40 plus years, and I’m inviting all our heroes to chat and share the secrets of their success.

Who hosts Chris Baran's Headcases?

Chris Baran's Headcases is hosted by Chris Baran. The show has published 147 episodes to date.

What has Chris Baran's Headcases covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Anthony Civitano" (24 September 2026, 53 minutes), "Sheri Doss" (3 September 2026, 70 minutes), and "Dr Karen Duling" (6 August 2026, 57 minutes).

How often does Chris Baran's Headcases publish?

Chris Baran's Headcases publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 61 minutes across 147 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Chris Baran's Headcases?

Booking probability for Chris Baran's Headcases is 35%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Chris Baran's Headcases requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Chris Baran's Headcases's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch Chris Baran's Headcases?

The strongest fits for Chris Baran's Headcases are Beauty, Hair & Personal Care. Chris Baran's Headcases has an arts audience and around 370 subscribers on YouTube.

About the host

Chris Baran hosts Chris Baran's Headcases, an arts podcast with 147 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Episode #146

    Anthony Civitano

    Sep 24, 202653 minS3

    Today’s guest is one of the most diversely talented leaders I know in the beauty industry. Over his more than 30-year career, he’s owned salons and beauty schools, led national education organizations, and worked with...

  • Episode #145

    Sheri Doss

    Sep 3, 20261h 10mS3

    Today's episode is especially meaningful for me because I get to sit down with someone who had a direct hand in shaping the path of my career. She is a visionary leader in education whom I know from her two decades with...

  • Episode #144

    Dr Karen Duling

    Aug 6, 202657 minS3

    Welcome to another episode of Headcases ! You're going to love today's guest. She is a passionate educator and leadership coach with advanced degrees from Wichita State University and a doctorate in Educational...

  • Episode #143

    Anna Manukyan

    Jul 23, 20261h 12mS3

    Welcome to another episode of Headcases ! Today’s guest is uniquely qualified to help beauty professionals build financial confidence. She’s a certified financial educator, licensed fiduciary, licensed hairdresser, and...

  • Episode #142

    Chris Baran's Nuggets - ep142 Power Model

    Jul 2, 202626 minS3

    Have you ever started a new job, joined a salon, or stepped into a new business, and genuinely wanted to help... only to have people look at you like, "Who are you?" It felt like no matter how hard you worked or how...

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  • Episode #141

    Heather Harris

    May 7, 20261h 9mS3

    Hey my friends. Are you feeling overwhelmed with too much on your plate? Is your to-do list stealing time away from your friends and family? Are you cramming errands into an already packed day? Then today’s guest is a...

  • Episode #140

    Gordon Miller 2026

    Apr 23, 20261h 11mS3

    ⭐️⭐️⭐️ Check out more episodes and the videos at https://chrisbaran.com/podcast ⭐️ Join our FREE Facebook community for Salon Team Trainers today. https://facebook.com/groups/salonteamtraining ✅ Exclusive content on how...

  • Episode #139

    Blair Singer

    Apr 9, 20261h 9mS3

    Today's guest is someone very special to me. He has been on Headcases before, and his episode is one of our highest-ranked ever. He's my teacher, my mentor, and a true friend. He played a major role in shaping who I am...

  • Episode #138

    Ted Gibson & Jason Backe

    Mar 26, 20261h 11mS3

    They are more than just hairdressers–they are two true icons of the industry. They’ve owned prestigious bi-coastal salons. They've built careers as celebrity stylists and TV personalities in their own right. They are...

  • Episode #137

    Stephen Gomez

    Mar 5, 20261h 8mS3

    Welcome to another episode of Headcases ! Today’s guest used a word that really stuck with me: flourish . Not just to survive… not even just to succeed… but to truly flourish–both financially and artistically. With over...

  • Episode #136

    Michael Cole

    Feb 19, 202646 minS3

    Today's guest is a repeat offender. He's been on Headcases before, and he never fails to deliver the goods. He brings more than 40 years of experience to the table as a stylist, a manager, a multi-salon owner, and as...

  • Episode #135

    Kelly Cardenas

    Feb 5, 20261h 13mS3

    Today’s guest is a top-ranked podcaster, a sought-after keynote speaker, and the creator of The Vibe Method . He came from humble beginnings and rose to become a nationally celebrated entrepreneur with one enduring...

  • Episode #134

    Steve Reiss

    Jan 22, 20261h 5mS3

    Welcome to Headcases ! Today we demystify technology in our industry. We'll look at what can genuinely support your business, and what can actually hurt it if you’re not careful. Our guest is the Executive Director of...

  • Chris Baran's Headcases

    Chris's Nuggets - Willing & Skilled

    Jan 8, 202625 min

    ⭐️⭐️⭐️ Check out more episodes and the videos at https://chrisbaran.com/podcast ⭐️ Join our FREE Facebook community for Salon Team Trainers today. https://facebook.com/groups/salonteamtraining ✅ Exclusive content on how...

  • Episode #132

    Sonya Dove, Candy Shaw and Sharon Blain

    Dec 4, 202558 minS3

    You talk about a classic triple play—this episode is it. Each of these powerhouse women have been my guest in the past, but I could not resist the opportunity to bring these three best friends together for one epic...

  • Episode #131

    Elizabeth Faye (Repost)

    Oct 30, 20251h 4mS3

    I had such a great talk with my guest this week. She is a powerhouse influencer with a mission to elevate and amplify the real life impact of artists, salon owners, and educators on all of us. She hosts her podcast...

  • Episode #130

    Lionel Kearse

    Oct 16, 20251h 1mS3

    Welcome to another episode of Head Cases! This week’s guest is a little different from the norm, and his story is one you’ll never forget. Before I introduce him, let me share a quick story. Back when I used to sail, we...

  • Episode #129

    Jamie Wiley

    Oct 2, 20251h 9mS3

    Welcome to Head Cases! Today’s guest took an incredible path into the beauty industry, after a five-year stint in the Army, she set her sights on becoming a creative force in hair. She’s the former Creative Director for...

  • Episode #128

    John Palmieri

    Sep 18, 20251h 3mS3

    Today’s guest is a seasoned salon owner who recently celebrated a diamond milestone—25 years in the business. He now serves as the Director of Business and Leadership Development for the Salon 124 Group out of Atlanta...

  • Episode #127

    Chet and Amber Pope

    Sep 4, 20251h 8mS3

    Today’s guests are the husband and wife team from Salon 27 in Mesa, Arizona. They added a virtual element to their consultations that has completely changed their business. They’re here to tell us how it's done with a...

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