Episode 5 | Beyond the Influence w/ Art Williams | Celebrity Barber | Dirty Roses Podcast
What's it really like to be the barber behind Hollywood's hottest looks? This week, Leigh LaRie and Nik B. sit down with Art Williams, master barber, celebrity stylist, and owner of Influential Grooming Lounge, to get the exclusive scoop! From hilarious childhood stories to the surprising demands of grooming on a film set, Art shares what it takes to be a truly great barber in today's world.
- [00:00:00] Intro & Welcome to Dirty Roses Podcast with special guest Art Williams.
- [00:02:10] Meet Art Williams: Master Barber, Celebrity Stylist, and owner of Influential Grooming Lounge.
- [00:05:00] The Story of "Bobos": How a childhood shoe incident led Art to barbering at age 12.
- [00:10:30] Influential Grooming Lounge: Located at 3262 NE Martin Luther King Blvd, Portland – open since 2017!
- [00:12:45] Barbershop Talk: How COVID changed the classic barbershop vibe.
- [00:16:00] Good vs. Great: What truly sets an exceptional barber apart from the rest.
- [00:20:10] The Traveling Barber Life: Balancing a demanding career with family and personal time.
- [00:25:30] Behind the Scenes: What it's like to be a personal barber on a Hollywood film set, including "continuity."
- [00:30:00] The Pierce Brosnan Encounter: Art's starstruck (and nervous!) moment grooming 007.
- [00:35:15] Industry Insights: Dealing with "boosters," client expectations, and the truth about "chalk lines."
- [00:40:00] Advice for Aspiring Barbers: Honing your skills for long-term success.
- [00:45:00] Dirty Roses & Nebula 9 Vodka: The delicious, healthy vodka powering Season 6!
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