Black Barbers Doc

Steven Starks
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More than a fade, more than a trim, this is the Black Barbershop. Where stories are swapped, laughs ring out, and souls get nourished. Tune in for the podcast that celebrates the heart and history of these cultural cornerstones. Subscribe for new episodes every other week!

  1. MAY 6

    Barbers Are Fathers Too

    Tune in as we sit down with a barber whose impact reaches far beyond the chair. From teaching his daughter how to cut hair at 10 years old and mentoring kids throughout the community, he’s using the barbershop as a classroom for life, discipline, entrepreneurship, and purpose.  This episode release also coincides with Aaron and I being featured in the May/June issue of Sheen Magazine in an article titled “Barbers Are Fathers Too,” where I had the opportunity to interview him as we discussed mental health, hair care essentials, fatherhood, community impact, and much more. Tune in to the Black Barbers Doc Podcast and don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe. 🎙️🔥 Purchase Sheen Magazine Edition (May/June Issue) Follow Aaron & Nor'Aa on Social Media:⁠⁠ Aaron's Instagram⁠⁠ Nor'Aa's Instagram⁠⁠ I’d like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Kristyn, Editor in Chief of Sheen Magazine, for giving Aaron and I the incredible opportunity to be featured in the May/June edition of Sheen Magazine. I’m truly grateful for the chance to not only highlight the importance of barbers within our communities, but also to interview and feature a barber whose story reflects mentorship, fatherhood, mental health awareness, and community impact. Your support, platform, and belief in our story are deeply appreciated. Thank you again for the opportunity and for helping amplify conversations that matter. 💈 Barbers, Let’s Talk! ✂️ If you're a barber with a story to tell, or you know someone who's making waves behind the chair, we would love to feature you on the podcast! Whether it’s about the grind, the growth, or the community impact, this platform is all about highlighting real voices in the barber game. 📩 DM us or email blackbarbersdoc@gmail.com to connect and share your story. Be sure to include what makes your story unique. Let’s bring those barbershop dreams to the mic! 🎙️ Social Media Links: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Spotify Podcast⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Apple Podcast⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Website

    21 min

  2. APR 29

    Who Got the Body? The Weight of Saying Goodbye

    In the Black household, when someone passes, the first question is: “Who got the body?” We come together with fish fries, plates, and love to make sure our people are laid to rest with dignity. In this episode, I sat down with Funeral Director & Embalmer, Joel Simone, who’s been featured in The New York Times, NPR, and Good Housekeeping to talk about what really happens behind the scenes; and something we don’t talk about enough: how we care for our loved ones’ hair at the end of life. From preserving identity, to honoring culture, to the small details that mean everything: this conversation is powerful, emotional, and necessary. Tune in and subscribe, because this one is for the community. Tune in and subscribe, because this one is for the community. Follow Joel on Social Media: ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Website⁠ 💈 Barbers, Let’s Talk! ✂️ If you're a barber with a story to tell, or you know someone who's making waves behind the chair, we would love to feature you on the podcast! Whether it’s about the grind, the growth, or the community impact, this platform is all about highlighting real voices in the barber game. 📩 DM us or email blackbarbersdoc@gmail.com to connect and share your story. Be sure to include what makes your story unique. Let’s bring those barbershop dreams to the mic! 🎙️ Social Media Links: ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠TikTok⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠Spotify Podcast⁠ ⁠Apple Podcast⁠ ⁠Website

    25 min

  3. 11/19/2025

    Cupid the Line Dance King: More than a Dance, It’s a Movement

    Cupid Shuffle anyone? This episode we sit down with the Line Dance King himself, Cupid, the creator of the iconic "Cupid Shuffle." Line dancing has been on fire this year, and for good reason. It’s more than moves; it’s culture, connection, and a movement rooted in community. After 7 years of knowing each other online, we finally linked up in person to chop it up about legacy, creativity, health, and how one song became the soundtrack of cookouts, reunions, weddings, and beyond. 🎧 Tune in and tell a friend because this one is special. Be sure to like and subscribe. Follow Cupid on Social Media: Instagram Youtube Website 80s HBCU music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iiLnoR3XRa0&list=RDiiLnoR3XRa0&start_radio=1 💈 Barbers, Let’s Talk! ✂️ If you're a barber with a story to tell, or you know someone who's making waves behind the chair, we would love to feature you on the podcast! Whether it’s about the grind, the growth, or the community impact, this platform is all about highlighting real voices in the barber game. 📩 DM us or email blackbarbersdoc@gmail.com to connect and share your story. Be sure to include what makes your story unique.Let’s bring those barbershop dreams to the mic! 🎙️ Social Media Links: Instagram TikTok Facebook Spotify Podcast Apple Podcast Website

    15 min

  4. 11/05/2025

    Olympic Medalist: Maritza McClendon - Swimming is Freedom

    Before Olympic Swimmer Maritza McClendon made history, she had a dream. Now she’s the first Black Olympic Swimmer and Silver Medalist; a story that proves no challenge is too great when faith leads the way. Her story reminds us that every time we tell our truth, we build a bridge of purpose for the next generation. 🎧 Tune in and celebrate her strength, her story, and her legacy. Follow Maritza on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ritzyswims?igsh=MWUxd2ZkN2VyYXg5Mg== Website: https://www.maritzamcclendon.com/about.html 💈 Barbers, Let’s Talk! ✂️ If you're a barber with a story to tell, or you know someone who's making waves behind the chair, we would love to feature you on the podcast! Whether it’s about the grind, the growth, or the community impact, this platform is all about highlighting real voices in the barber game. 📩 DM us or email blackbarbersdoc@gmail.com to connect and share your story. Be sure to include what makes your story unique.Let’s bring those barbershop dreams to the mic! 🎙️ Social Media Links: Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blackbarbersdoc/⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@blackbarbersdoc?_t=ZT-8vlSGLSj8ot&_r=1⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/blackbarbersdoc/⁠⁠ Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6uBOgOmO27riIU6RsfhAPP?si=fe329496039e4845⁠⁠ Apple Podcast/ ⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/black-barbers-doc/id1753215537⁠⁠ Website/ ⁠⁠https://www.stevenstarks.com/blackbarbersdoc

    35 min

  5. 09/17/2025

    The Unsung Hero: Fueling the Fade, Feeding the Culture

    You know the barber, you know the shop; but have you ever thought about the man who provides supplies for the barber? Barbershops don’t run without him. Meet Ray the Supply Guy, a heart of gold and the lifeline behind many barbershops worldwide. Tune in as we sit down with Ray, the man who keeps the shop stocked and the community connected. Follow Rey on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mysupplyguyatl/?hl=en Youtube: www.youtube.com/@MySupplyGuyATL Website: https://www.mysupplyguy.shop/ Download their mobile App: https://redirect.mobiloud.com/?android=https%3A%2F%2Fplay.google.com%2Fstore%2Fapps%2Fdetails%3Fid%3Dcom.MySupplyGuy.android&ios=https%3A%2F%2Fapps.apple.com%2Fus%2Fapp%2Fmy-supply-guy%2Fid6747375082 The BarberEVO EXPERIENCE : Atlanta | Sunday October 26, 2025 Shop address: 3580 Breckenridge Blvd. Suite 101 Duluth, GA 30096 💈 Barbers, Let’s Talk! ✂️ If you're a barber with a story to tell, or you know someone who's making waves behind the chair, we would love to feature you on the podcast! Whether it’s about the grind, the growth, or the community impact, this platform is all about highlighting real voices in the barber game. 📩 DM us or email blackbarbersdoc@gmail.com to connect and share your story. Be sure to include what makes your story unique.Let’s bring those barbershop dreams to the mic! 🎙️ Social Media Links: Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blackbarbersdoc/⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@blackbarbersdoc?_t=ZT-8vlSGLSj8ot&_r=1⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/blackbarbersdoc/⁠⁠ Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6uBOgOmO27riIU6RsfhAPP?si=fe329496039e4845⁠⁠ Apple Podcast/ ⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/black-barbers-doc/id1753215537⁠⁠ Website/ ⁠⁠https://www.stevenstarks.com/blackbarbersdoc

    25 min

  6. 06/11/2025

    Tim Shropshire: No Neck, All Truth & No Filter

    In this episode, your favorite no neck comedian gets real about his faith and the importance of family. He’s got jokes holier than your grandma’s Sunday wig and stories that’ll have you laughing and crying. Tune in now. Follow Tim: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timshropcomedy?igsh=MWxhZjBscDU2ZWJyeg== Website & Tour Dates: https://www.timshropcomedy.com 💈 Barbers, Let’s Talk! ✂️ If you're a barber with a story to tell, or you know someone who's making waves behind the chair, we would love to feature you on the podcast! Whether it’s about the grind, the growth, or the community impact, this platform is all about highlighting real voices in the barber game. 📩 DM us or email blackbarbersdoc@gmail.com to connect and share your story. Be sure to include what makes your story unique.Let’s bring those barbershop dreams to the mic! 🎙️Social Media Links:Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/blackbarbersdoc/⁠TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@blackbarbersdoc?_t=ZT-8vlSGLSj8ot&_r=1⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/blackbarbersdoc/⁠ Spotify Podcast: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/6uBOgOmO27riIU6RsfhAPP?si=fe329496039e4845⁠ Apple Podcast/ ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/black-barbers-doc/id1753215537⁠ Website/ ⁠https://www.stevenstarks.com/blackbarbersdoc

    21 min

  7. 05/28/2025

    Small Town Fades, Big Time Dreams

    In this episode, we sit down with Chris, co owner of Xclusiv Barbershop & Beauty Salon in Fredericksburg, VA. From Fresh Fades to Fatherhood, he’s holding it down as a small town entrepreneur and true artist behind the chair. 💈Straight outta VA, Chris isn’t just cutting hair; he’s building legacy one fade at a time. Tune in as we talk turning clippers into purpose, and how fatherhood fuels the hustle. Follow Chris: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xclusivchris/?hl=en⁠ Book Chris: https://getsquire.com/booking/book/xclusiv-barber-and-beauty-lounge-fredericksburg/barber/chris-graham/services Xclusiv Barbershop & Beauty Salon: https://booksy.com/en-us/1076241_xclusiv-barber-beauty-lounge_barber-shop_134578_fredericksburg#ba_s=seo 💈 Barbers, Let’s Talk! ✂️ If you're a barber with a story to tell, or you know someone who's making waves behind the chair, we would love to feature you on the podcast! Whether it’s about the grind, the growth, or the community impact, this platform is all about highlighting real voices in the barber game. 📩 DM us or email blackbarbersdoc@gmail.com to connect and share your story. Be sure to include what makes your story unique.Let’s bring those barbershop dreams to the mic! 🎙️Social Media Links:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackbarbersdoc/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blackbarbersdoc?_t=ZT-8vlSGLSj8ot&_r=1 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blackbarbersdoc/ Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6uBOgOmO27riIU6RsfhAPP?si=fe329496039e4845 Apple Podcast/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/black-barbers-doc/id1753215537 Website/ https://www.stevenstarks.com/blackbarbersdoc

    21 min

  8. 04/24/2025

    Fades & Faithfulness: Brothers Who Show Up

    In this heartfelt episode, Vegas the Barber and host Steven Starks tell the story of two brothers who showed up for a brother in need — not with grand gestures, but with clippers, compassion, and consistency. When world renowned guitarist/musician, Brinson Poythress, a brother who was fighting health challenges needed a boost, Vegas the Barber didn’t just cut his hair, he restored his confidence, dignity, and hope. This episode is a reminder that the smallest acts of kindness often make the biggest impact. This is real brotherhood: faith in action, fades with purpose, and a presence that says, "You’re not alone. "You don't want to miss this episode. Watch now! Update on Brinson's Health Journey: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y7Gk-52AYjE Brinson's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bpiii_/?hl=en Follow Vegas the Barber: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freshcutsdonedaily/⁠ Booking info: https://www.freshcutsdonedaily.com/ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BlackBarbersDoc ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.stevenstarks.com/blackbarbersdoc ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Youtube Link: ⁠⁠https://youtu.be/RScwcboE5gM⁠

    10 min
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More than a fade, more than a trim, this is the Black Barbershop. Where stories are swapped, laughs ring out, and souls get nourished. Tune in for the podcast that celebrates the heart and history of these cultural cornerstones. Subscribe for new episodes every other week!

Information

  • Creator
    Steven Starks
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    31
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Steven Starks
  • Show Website
    Black Barbers Doc