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The Noble Barber

The Noble Barber

Top Barber Podcast hosted by indursry proffesional Anthony Laban. The only podcast that is "cutting through the crap". Weekly guests featured talking through any and everything barber related.

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119: Deep Dive: Josh Lamonica

The Noble Barber ·

2026/04/16

Josh Lamonaca (MENSPIRE) shares his full journey from cutting hair at 15 to building one of the most influential men’s hair brands in the world.In this episode, we dive into how he went from self-taught barbering in his grandmother’s garage to performing on global stages, creating a new standard for men’s hairdressing, and building a worldwide education platform.Josh opens up about ego, burnout, rejection, discipline, and the mindset shift that changed everything — from “showing” to truly

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118: Menspire: Co Founder from a 3 chair shop to 30+...

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2026/04/02

This one’s different.Sam from MENSPIRE isn’t the loudest guy in the room…but he’s built one of the biggest barber brands in the world.From earning £500 a month and thinking he’d “made it”…to building a global business with shops across the world this episode breaks down what it actually takes.We talk about staying in your lane, building the right team, why most barbers get it wrong early on, and the reality of starting from nothing.If you’re a barber, creative, or building something of your own

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117: Barber Deep Dive: Simon Shaw of Wahl

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2026/02/26

In this exclusive Deep Dive, Anthony Laban travels to the Wahl UK Headquarters to sit down with a true industry titan: Simon Shaw. Recently appointed as the Director of Education, Simon oversees training and artistic standards across 62 countries.With 26 years at the world’s biggest clipper corporation, Simon pulls back the curtain on the "Hard Graft" that people don't see - from the 20-week lead-up to global exhibitions to the ruthless precision required to select and retain a "Creme de la Creme"

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116: The Education Crisis: Is the Barber...

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2026/02/19

Description: In this second "Best of" Compilation, Anthony Laban brings together the most critical voices in the industry to tackle a subject that is keeping shop owners awake at night: The Education Crisis. The barbering landscape has shifted. We have seen a surge in 12-week fast-track courses and high-street saturation, but are we actually producing "shop-ready" barbers? This episode cuts through the crap to investigate the rising cost of training, the failure of traditional college models, and

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115: The Dapper Fox Deep Dive: Elsa Larkins on...

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2026/02/12

In this Noble Barber Deep Dive, Anthony Laban travels to the stunning Grade II listed Wandsworth site of The Dapper Fox to sit down with its founder, Elsa Larkins. This isn't just a story about opening a barber shop; it’s a masterclass in resilience, vision, and the brutal reality of being a "custodian" of a heritage building while scaling an international brand.Elsa reveals the raw truth behind her start - opening her first shop with just £50 to her name after unexpectedly losing her job. We

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114: The Best of The Noble Barber: Mastering Work...

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2026/02/05

In this first "Best of" Compilation, The Noble Barber Podcast brings together a powerhouse of insights from top industry leaders on Work Ethic, Hustle, and Growth for 2026. This episode cuts through the noise of social media to deliver a raw, honest exploration of the mindset, financial discipline and strategic restraint required to transition from a busy stylist to a successful brand owner….Our goal with this curated special is to provide you with a masterclass in professional survival and

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113: The Truth About Global Barbering: Michael Kontos...

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2026/01/29

PROUDLY SPONSORED BY THE LONDON SCHOOL OF BARBERING! Use Our Exclusive Code ‘noblebarber26’ for £250 off their 9 & 12 Week NVQ Level Courses 👇Website: https://www.londonschoolofbarbering.com/In Part 2 of our conversation at the London School of Barbering, Anthony Laban sits down with Michael Kontos and JJ Savani to discuss the untapped potential of the global barbering market.JJ Savani shares his remarkable journey of falling back in love with the craft after losing his sight and how he

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112: Barber College vs. Shop Reality: What They Don't...

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2026/01/22

PROUDLY SPONSORED BY THE LONDON SCHOOL OF BARBERING! Use Our Exclusive Code ‘noblebarber26’ for £250 off their 9 & 12 Week NVQ Level Courses 👇Website: https://www.londonschoolofbarbering.com/In Part 2 of our conversation with Kevin Luchmun & Roxanne Batt, we dive deep into the reality of scaling a brand while maintaining a "soul" Kevin reveals his "Avengers" philosophy to hiring - where every barber has a unique superpower - and explains why he actively encourages his staff to one day

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111: Fast Track vs Apprenticeships: The Future of...

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2026/01/15

PROUDLY SPONSORED BY THE LONDON SCHOOL OF BARBERING! Use Our Exclusive Code ‘noblebarber26’ for £250 off their 9 & 12 Week NVQ Level Courses 👇Website: https://www.londonschoolofbarbering.com/Welcome back to The Noble Barber Podcast, Anthony Laban sits down with Michael Kontos, owner and founder of the London School of Barbering (LSB). With 15 years in the game, Michael has seen the industry evolve from the "short back and sides" era to a global fashion powerhouse. He addresses the initial

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110: The Multi-Shop Mindset: Expansion, Trust and the...

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2026/01/08

PROUDLY SPONSORED BY THE LONDON SCHOOL OF BARBERING! Use Our Exclusive Code ‘noblebarber26’ for £250 off their 9 & 12 Week NVQ Level Courses! 👇Claim here: https://www.londonschoolofbarbering.com/Welcome back to The Noble Barber Podcast,, Anthony Laban travels to Hertfordshire to sit down with international educator and shop owner Kevin Luchmun alongside Roxanne Batt. After decades of being a "one-man band" in London, Kevin reveals the raw, daunting reality of opening his second location and

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109: The Studio vs. Shop Floor Debate & Financial...

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2026/01/01

Happy New Year to all! We’re back in Liverpool for the conclusion of our conversation with Romeo the Barber and Pete Cranfield. In this episode, we move past the origins and dive straight into the heart of the modern industry: the debate between the traditional shop floor and the rise of the private studio. Pete and Romeo discuss why young barbers might be rushing into solo spaces too soon, missing out on the "brotherhood," the banter and the vital "degree-less therapy" that only happens in a busy

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108: Barber Deep Dive: Joe Mills

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2025/12/26

Welcome back to a special Boxing Day edition of our Deep Dive limited series, where we sit down with the industry figures who have truly defined the craft. Today, we are in King's Cross with the man who needs no introduction: Joe Mills. From his beginnings in Margate to the heights of Soho’s cool Britannia era, Joe’s career has been a 40-year masterclass in innovation, resilience and survival…Joe takes us through the electric energy of the 90s Soho scene, where his brands The Lounge and Joe and Co

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107: Barber Deep Dive: Barbers No.1 Jord Roberts

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2025/12/18

Welcome back to our Deep Dive limited series exploring the true stories behind the industry's biggest names. In this episode, we sit down with Jord Roberts, the Brand Director of BarbersNo1. From starting as an unsure apprentice 14 years ago to overseeing a brand with 16 locations and three training academies, Jord’s journey is the ultimate blueprint for career growth within a large company.Jord opens up about his "best failure" - being denied a job after his first apprenticeship - and how that

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106: Barber Deep Dive: Romeo The Barber

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2025/12/11

Welcome back to our Christmas limited series, Barber Deep Dive, where we explore the full, inspiring stories of a key industry figures. We continue with the extraordinary journey of Romeo The Barber, whose path to success was forged in conflict and hustle…Romeo opens up about his childhood on the outskirts of Kenya, growing up in a large family amid civil war and poverty, where clothes were passed down and money was earned selling bracelets to tourists. He details the immense cultural pressure to

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105: Barber Deep Dive: Big Brother's Anthony Hutton

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2025/12/04

Welcome to our new limited series, Barber Deep Dive, where over the course of December we slow down the conversation to truly explore the full, inspiring stories of key industry figures. We begin with the extraordinary journey of Anthony Hutton, the Big Brother winner who channeled his personal struggle into profound purpose…Anthony shares the wild origins of his career, from being an obsessive footballer and ‘closet hairdresser’ to landing a job as a 1970s disco dancer before entering the Big

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104: What Are You Worth An Hour? The Pricing Formula...

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2025/11/27

Anthony Laban travels to Liverpool to sit down with industry veterans Romeo the Barber and Pete Cranfield to cut through the crap on making a successful, long-term career out of the hair game. After 20+ years, the pair are thriving and they reveal their secret: successfully mixing old-school skill with new-school pricing…There’s been a crucial shift from the stressful, inefficient era of the walk-in queue to the modern, professional appointment system. The real focus is efficiency and valuing

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103: How to Raise Your Prices: The Guilt-Free System...

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2025/11/20

Anthony Laban is joined by Eoin McCarthy and Leigh Winsor of Unlimited Business Coaching for Part 2, focusing on achieving the ‘unlimited life’ of financial freedom and professional impact…This episode dives into an essential question: Why get a coach when you can take a course? They explain that while a course offers a snapshot of possibility, coaching provides the implementation and accountability required to transform your business. They introduce the concept of designing your entire business

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102: Is Your Shop Future-Proof? AI, Automation & The...

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2025/11/13

Anthony Laban is back with industry software leaders Jason Downes (Vagaro) and Ben Fisher (Beu App) for Part 2, tackling the most critical question in the industry: Is AI a threat or your new business partner? They reveal that AI is the definitive solution to the industry’s biggest time sinks, built to take over the "dull bit" of the business - the endless administrative, marketing and rebooking chores - allowing us to focus entirely on our high-value, hands-on client work. This is a must-watch

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101: Barber Burnout: Why Your Feelings Are Killing...

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2025/11/06

Anthony Laban travels to London to finally sit down with Eoin McCarthy and Leigh Winsor of Unlimited Business Coaching to cut through the crap on the business psychology of the hair industry. This is essential listening for any barber struggling with burnout or stagnation…Chapters: 00:00:00 — Intro Trailer 00:03:01 — How the Coaching Union Started: From Hair Competition to Business Partners 00:05:55 — The Lockdown Catalyst: When Education Became a Business 00:13:50 — The Core Problem: Why Hair

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100: The Death of the Walk-In? Barber Booking...

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2025/10/30

Anthony Laban is joined by industry software leaders Ben Fisher (Beu App) and Jason Downes (Vagaro) to talk the business and tech of booking systems. They reveal why online booking is now the single most powerful tool for your shop, moving far beyond time-saving to manage chaos and legitimise the self-employed model through transparent commission splits. The core message: leveraging client data and new AI tools is the only way to master client retention and increase revenue through non-offensive

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