Friends in Beauty Podcast

Friends in Beauty Podcast is built specifically for beauty professionals -- makeup artists, hairstylists, estheticians, nail technicians, and educators -- and that focused audience is what makes it work. Hosted by Akua Robinson, an award-winning makeup artist and beauty educator, the show treats the beauty industry as a career rather than a hobby, covering business strategy, client acquisition, grant opportunities, and personal development alongside the expected product and technique discussions. Akua's interviewing style is warm and structured, and listeners regularly describe episodes as feeling like catching up with a knowledgeable friend. Guests include working professionals who share real stories about building their businesses, navigating difficult clients, scaling from freelance to full-time, and handling the behind-the-scenes challenges that social media rarely shows. New episodes drop every Wednesday, and the show has accumulated over 310 episodes with a perfect 5.0-star rating from 45 reviews. The "without the fluff" tagline is accurate -- Akua keeps conversations focused and actionable. A typical episode might cover how to price your services, attract high-end clients, or navigate industry politics, with specific strategies rather than vague motivation. The community aspect is strong too, with active social media engagement through @friendsinbeauty and @akuarobinson. If you're a working beauty professional or seriously considering entering the field, this podcast fills a gap that most beauty shows ignore entirely -- the practical business of making a living in this industry.