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Hosted by Myra Reneé

Why is Black hair always a hot topic? In this conversation, Myra sits down with two Madison salon owners to unpack the complex relationship between Black identity and hair. From the historical policing of our hair to creating safe spaces for authentic expression, LaTanya and Harper share how they've built businesses that go far beyond styling hair.

What happens when salons become more than service providers? They transform into community hubs, safe spaces, and platforms for entrepreneurship. Through candid conversation, these stylists reveal the unexpected ways their businesses have become pillars in the Madison Black community – creating networks, supporting families, and fostering authentic expression along the way.

What You'll Learn:

• Why Black hair has been historically politicized and what that means today
• How children are now proudly embracing their natural hair after generations of stigma
• The role salons play as community hubs and extension of family
• What it really costs to run a Black salon (including $1,800 for a 4-hour class!)
• The hidden challenges of being both a skilled professional and a business owner

Featured Guests:

LaTanya Webb - Salon owner since 2005 who specializes in short hair cuts and hair restoration, carrying on her family's legacy in hair care

Harper Cox - Owner of Harper's Hair Culture, specializing in natural curly hair from loose waves to tight coils, passionate about helping clients embrace their natural texture

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