Hosted by Laura Large · 🇺🇸 US · EN-GB · 26 episodes
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Welcome to Nails and Yap, the podcast where we talk nails, business, and everything in between.Whether you’re a fellow nail tech, a beauty lover, or just here for the good chat, this is your weekly dose of real talk from behind the nail desk. Each week, I’ll be doing my guest’s nails while we dive into a new topic... expect unfiltered conversations about the highs, lows, and hilarious moments of salon life, with a bit of beauty gossip, business insight, and client stories thrown in for good measure.So get comfy, grab a coffee, and let’s yap.
Laura Large hosts Nails and Yap, a arts show with 26 episodes published.
This week I'm joined by Liv Paints Nails and we're talking all about press ons, not just as a quick side hustle but as a properly priced, properly structured income stream that nail techs might be sleeping on. Liv was so
When you're a beauty professional, in the chair 6 days a week, sprinting towards your next 5 minute gap so you can nip for a wee and inhale a sandwich... you're probs not thinking about the next 5/10/20 years in the job.
Nails and Yap is ONE!!!!! (I know what the helly?!) and instead of one guest in the chair, I've gone back through every single episode and pulled some of the clips that I think you'll find funny, interesting and that wil
87% of clients never tell their nail tech why they stopped booking. They just disappear. In this episode I surveyed 60 real clients - not nail techs, but regular people who've ghosted their hairdresser, beauty therapist,
Ever wondered what it's really like working in a busy nail salon and whether going self employed is worth it? In this episode I sit down with a nail tech who spent 8 years employed in a high street salon before making th
Spring is the perfect time for a reset and in this episode I’m joined by Lacey to talk about how to refresh your nail business inside and out 🌸 We cover everything from cleaning and organising your tools to reassessing
Struggling to get more nail clients? Or noticing gaps in your appointment book? In this episode, we break down exactly how nail techs can attract new clients, keep them rebooking, and stop them from going elsewhere. This
In this episode of Nails & Yap, I’m joined by Lizzie (one of my clients and also a fellow podcaster over at Tiny Talks) for a chat about nail appointments from the client perspective. Lizzie is actually my first guest wh
Welcome to part 2 of my nail art chat with Izzy at Orphic Nails! This time we get into the pressure behind nail art - from ourselves, clients and social media. We talk about how social media has changed nail art expectat
In part one of this two-part episode, I’m joined by Izzy from Orphic Nails & Education for a deep dive into nail art and the small details that make the biggest difference. We talk about the evolution of Izzy’s iconic ch
I'm back with a little bonus episode of Nails & Yap to share a new project, that I'm really excited and passionate about. If you're a regular listener you'll already know how much I yap on about the value of community, m
In this episode of Nails & Yap, I’m joined by Holly (A Splash of Polish) for a real, honest conversation about managing a beauty business while living with chronic illness. We talk about what it’s actually like to work w
Welcome to Nails & Yap, the podcast for nail techs, beauty professionals, and salon owners looking for honest conversations about business, creativity, and growth. In this episode, we’re diving into our 2026 goals, refle
As 2025 comes to an end we’re taking a moment to reflect on the year we've had. In part one of this two part end of year podcast, I’m joined by Sasha and India to talk openly about what 2025 really looked like behind the
It’s officially Christmas in the nail salon and we’re talking about everything that comes with it. In this episode of Nails & Yap I'm joined by Chiara to dive into what nail techs really think about the festive season be
In episode 12 I'm joined by India, known as IndzInc on social media, to chat about a bit of everything... from training to become a foot health practitioner, to hosting her events in Manchester. We also delve into the to
It's fair to say that a lot of us in the beauty industry started off with a big dream... and not a lot of business knowledge for how best to achieve that dream. In Episode 11 of Nails & Yap, I'm joined by Sophia, experie
Feeling isolated as a nail tech? In this episode, I chat with Olivia about the importance of community, mentorship, and ongoing education in the nail industry. We explore how supportive networks, peer groups, and guidanc
I'm joined by Jennie Padbury, queen of real no holds barred content, to discuss what professionalism is as a nail tech. What do we consider professional, when do we filter ourselves, and which topics we think are a no go
In this episode I'm joined by Jess to talk all about fitness and health as a nail tech, and how she fits it into her busy diary. From setting boundaries to eating peperamis, Jess is full of helpful advice for those of yo
Elle
esthetician · Sandgate Deli
1 appearance on this show
Lacey
VP of Operations · Gastineau Log Homes
1 appearance on this show
Lizzie
music therapist · Giraffe Social
1 appearance on this show
Izzy
student nurse · Orphic Nails & Education
2 appearances on this show
Holly
first-year Law student · Library
1 appearance on this show
Sasha
nurse and scholarship recipient · Trans Action Network
2 appearances on this show
India
Product Design student at Cardiff Met · IndzInc
3 appearances on this show
Chiara
photographer · Chiara
1 appearance on this show
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Nails and Yap is hosted by Laura Large. The show is categorised under arts (fashion) and has published 26 episodes.
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