Light After Dark is your backstage pass to the real, raw, and totally unapologetic world of hairstyling. Hosted by two best friends who are taking the beauty industry by storm, this podcast covers everything from salon drama and crazy clients to the hustle behind building a badass career. No filters—just the truth about what it’s really like to slay in the chair and in life. Whether you’re a fellow stylist or just love a good story, Light After Dark shines a light on the gritty, glamorous, and often unpredictable life of hairstyling—one BFF conversation at a time
Ep 14. Assistants after Dark! Meet the Bronde Assistants.
Emma and Alyssa, assistants, answer basic and deep questions, allowing listeners to get to know them in this interview episode.
19 Jun 2025
Ep 13. The Big I DO... Bridal Stylist
Reilly and Hailee discuss the complexities of bridal hair and styling, exploring insights into the bridal industry in this episode.
5 Jun 2025
Ep 12. 10 Things To Make Your Life Better BTC
Hosts Reilly and Hailee share ten simple daily practices that improve well-being and ease the life of a hairstylist working behind the chair.
22 May 2025
Ep 11. We messed up?!?
In this weeks episode, Reilly and Hailee tell a few stories of times things didn't quite go as planned while working behind the chair. Everyone makes mistakes and things can't always be perfect so sharing these stories hopefully opens your eyes to the reality of what can happen while working! Episodes will be uploaded Thursdays at 7 am on all streaming platforms. Be sure to tune in to hear all the juicy stories and gossip, AFTER DARK. IG: https://www.instagram.com/lightafterdarkpod/ Ti...
8 May 2025
Ep. 10: Which Salon should I choose?
In today's episode Reilly and Hailee briefly dive into different styles of salons and their experiences within them. This is a must watch if you are just curious or are looking to get into the industry and are not quite sure where to start! Episodes will be uploaded Thursdays at 7 am on all streaming platforms. Be sure to tune in to hear all the juicy stories and gossip, AFTER DARK. IG: https://www.instagram.com/lightafterdarkpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lightafterdarkpod?lan...
1 May 2025
Ep 8. Read and React Salon Horror Stories
In today's episode, Reilly and Hailee dive into some hair horror stories submitted by fellow stylists! Grab a drink and join us for a fun girls night- you wont want to miss these! Episodes will be uploaded Thursdays at 7 am on all streaming platforms. Be sure to tune in to hear all the juicy stories and gossip, AFTER DARK. IG: https://www.instagram.com/lightafterdarkpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lightafterdarkpod?lang=en YT: https://www.youtube.com/@LightafterDarkPod Reillys...
24 Apr 2025
Bronde Bosses: Hairstylists Interview Salon Owners Part 2
In this weeks episode, you are going to be hearing part two of our interview with the owners of Bronde the Salon, Kaley and Trisha! We get a little chaotic and rowdy with some of these stories but it will be sure to keep you interested until the very end! Episodes will be uploaded Thursdays at 7 am on all streaming platforms. Be sure to tune in to hear all the juicy stories and gossip, AFTER DARK. IG: https://www.instagram.com/lightafterdarkpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@...
17 Apr 2025
Ep 7. Bronde Bosses: Hairstylist's Interview Salon Owners
In this weeks episode, we have our first special guests, none other than the owners of Bronde the Salon, Kaley and Trisha! During this episode you will get to hear some stories from, how they started hair, why they opened their own salon, and so much more! Episodes will be uploaded Thursdays at 7 am on all streaming platforms. Be sure to tune in to hear all the juicy stories and gossip, AFTER DARK. IG: https://www.instagram.com/lightafterdarkpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@l...
10 Apr 2025
Ep. 6 Q & A
In this week's episode, we decided to have a little bit of fun and do a Q & A, giving you guys the chance to learn a little more about us, and even for us to learn more about each other! Episodes will be uploaded Thursdays at 7 am on all streaming platforms. Be sure to tune in to hear all the juicy stories and gossip, AFTER DARK. IG: https://www.instagram.com/lightafterdarkpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lightafterdarkpod?lang=en YT: https://www.youtube.com/@LightafterDa...
3 Apr 2025
Ep 5. De-influencing Hairstyling
In this week's episode, Reilly and Hailee talk about the tough side of the industry and some of the hardships that come along with the job. If you are considering going into the beauty industry after watching last week's episode (which obviously you should), you won't want to miss this one so you can see the flip side and understand some of the real things we endure day to day! (everyone should still do hair) Episodes will be uploaded Thursdays at 7 am on all streaming platforms. Be sure to ...
20 Mar 2025
Ep 4. Why EVERYONE should be a hairstylist
In this week's episode, Hailee and Reilly talk about some of the reasons being in the beauty industry is one of the best choices they've made and why EVERYONE else should do the same! Episodes will be uploaded Thursdays at 7 am on all streaming platforms. Be sure to tune in to hear all the juicy stories and gossip, AFTER DARK. IG: https://www.instagram.com/lightafterdarkpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lightafterdarkpod?lang=en YT: https://www.youtube.com/@LightafterDarkPod Reil...
10 Mar 2025
Ep. 3: What's Trending?
In today's short and sweet episode, Reilly and Hailee talk about everything TRENDS! From the simple question of what is a trend, to what is currently trending in today's world and how those trends are established! Episodes will be uploaded Thursdays at 7 am on all streaming platforms. Be sure to tune in to hear all the juicy stories and gossip, AFTER DARK. IG: https://www.instagram.com/lightafterdarkpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lightafterdarkpod?lang=en YT: https://www.youtub...
6 Mar 2025
Ep.2: Crazy Cosmetology School Stories
Welcome to Episode 2 of Light After Dark! In this episode, we talk about just a few of the crazy experiences we had during our time in cosmetology school, ranging from client encounters, to other student drama, teacher drama, and all the things in between! Episodes will be uploaded Thursdays at 7 am on all streaming platforms. Be sure to tune in to hear all the juicy stories and gossip, AFTER DARK. IG: https://www.instagram.com/lightafterdarkpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@light...
27 Feb 2025
Ep.1: Get to Know the Girls Behind the Chair
Welcome to our Introduction episode of Light after Dark! In today's episode, you will get to know your hosts, Hailee and Reilly, and get a sneak peek of how they met each other and their journey to becoming hairstylists! Episodes will be uploaded Thursdays at 7 am on all streaming platforms. Be sure to tune in to hear all the juicy stories and gossip, AFTER DARK. IG: https://www.instagram.com/lightafterdarkpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lightafterdarkpod?lang=en YT: https://www.yo...
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5.0 / 5
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Spotify
4.4 / 5
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Podcast Authority Score: 40 / 100
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