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NHBF Shines On

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Honest conversations with the people shaping our sector. Welcome to Sofa Talk, a monthly podcast from the National Hair & Beauty Federation (NHBF), diving behind the scenes of the hair, beauty, barbering and aesthetics industries. Each episode brings you candid conversations with entrepreneurs, working professionals, creators, innovators, and leaders. Voices working across these four field, sharing their real-world experiences, lessons learned, and insights into growing a business or career in our sector. Expect practical takeaways, fresh perspectives, and relatable stories that reflect the ups and downs, opportunities and challenges of running or working in a salon, spa, barbershop, or aesthetic clinic. Whether you’re a salon owner, a stylist, a barber, an aesthetic practitioner, or simply interested in the broader hair and beauty world - Sofa Talk will offer you honest, useful, and inspiring ideas to take away. Subscribe on your preferred podcast platform and join us each month for a new conversation.

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Recent Episodes

July 6, 2026

NHBF Presents Sofa Talk: Introduction to Fiona our New NHBF Board President

A new chapter for the NHBF begins with Fiona Johnston, who officially became our Board President on 6 July.Driven by four key pillars, Fiona is passionate about strengthening our industry's voice, supporting the next generation through apprenticeships and continuing to campaign for VAT reform.Find out more about her priorities and her vision for a stronger future for our sector.

June 26, 2026

NHBF Presents Sofa Talk: Answering the everyday employment law questions with Worknest

Every day, our Membership team helps NHBF Members with a wide range of questions. While many can be answered in-house, some situations call for specialist legal support. That's where Worknest comes in. As the NHBF's trusted employment law advisors, their experts are on hand to help Members navigate workplace challenges with confidence.In this episode, Tina, our NHBF Director of Membership, sits down with Matthew, Senior Employment Law Advisor at Worknest, to answer the employment law questions they hear most often. Together, they break down common scenarios, bust misconceptions and share practical advice to help you make informed decisions when it matters most.

May 15, 2026

NHBF Presents Sofa Talk: Skin cancer prevention with education with Marie Tudor

After the tragic loss of Karen Clifford, the Clifford family founded SKCIN Charity in 2006. Today, it is one of the UK’s leading charities dedicated to skin cancer education, awareness, and prevention.In this interview, Marie Tudor, CEO of SKCIN, explains why education is so important — particularly for hair and beauty professionals. Because of the close relationships they build with clients, and their ability to see areas clients may not easily notice themselves, these professionals can play a vital role in the early detection of skin cancer.To learn more about SKCIN and its educational courses, visit: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa3ZJeWpaT2o5cklESmItaFNJNnVsOGJnQUZwQXxBQ3Jtc0trZXBqa2N2OWtMOWhTVk1pUkd5aHlsRDFHR3Npakp6Z0F3N04xWEVNcjQxWHVBWW1IcVgyNUdLQ0JVX3gtN2l5NV9aUkZBNllZN3pJdWdjdngzQ3pGdjJrbEIta3F4aDdOVVBYNzdGMHQ0aUZyeklBMA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.skcin.org%2F&v=1FQGNcU4GXA">https://www.skcin.org</a>

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What is NHBF Shines On?: Honest conversations with the people shaping our sector.

Welcome to Sofa Talk, a monthly podcast from the National Hair & Beauty Federation (NHBF), diving behind the scenes of the hair, beauty, barbering and aesthetics industries. Each episode brings you candid conversations with entrepreneurs, working professionals, creators, innovators, and leaders. Voices working across these four field, sharing their real-world experiences, lessons learned, and insights into growing a business or career in our sector. Expect practical takeaways, fresh perspectives, and relatable stories that reflect the ups and downs, opportunities and challenges of running or working in a salon, spa, barbershop, or aesthetic clinic.

Whether you’re a salon owner, a stylist, a barber, an aesthetic practitioner, or simply interested in the broader hair and beauty world - Sofa Talk will offer you honest, useful, and inspiring ideas to take away. Subscribe on your preferred podcast platform and join us each month for a new conversation.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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