R+Co Talk Radio

R+Co

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Fashion & Beauty
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Beauty icons and influencers, thought leaders, salon owners, trendsetters and more take the spotlight.

Jun 1

Makenna Young on Ocean-Dipped Hair, Creative Freedom + Finding Inspo in the Surf

On this episode of R+Co Talk Radio, R+Co's Alison Alhamed sits down with colorist, educator and R+COLOR Tour artist Makenna Young. Known for her signature "ocean-dipped" hair color, Makenna shares how life in San Clemente, California, where she surfs nearly every day, inspired the technique that has become her trademark. What started as clients asking how to recreate her naturally sun- and saltwater-lightened hair evolved into a unique approach to color that captures the effortless look of a surfer's lifestyle. Makenna opens up about the connection between creativity and confidence, why hair painting helped her see herself as an artist and the importance of continuing to evolve your craft. She also shares some of her favorite R+COLOR formulas, balayage tips, and the products she relies on to keep her own blonde hair healthy despite constant exposure to sun, saltwater and lightener. Plus, hear why she's embracing TikTok, how she handles internet criticism, and what she hopes stylists take away from her classes on the R+COLOR Tour. In This Episode: • The story behind Makenna's signature ocean-dipped color technique • How surfing and beach life inspire her work behind the chair • Why hair painting unlocked a new level of creative freedom • The R+Co BLEU products and R+Co PRO TREATMENTS she swears by • Favorite R+COLOR formulas, toners and balayage techniques • Mixing creativity with technical expertise • Evolving as an educator and artist • Building confidence on social media and TikTok • Why stylists should stop coloring inside the lines Featured Products & Formulas • R+Co BLEU Deluxe Collection • R+Co PRO TREATMENTS Bond Builder, Hydration and Volume • R+COLOR Hybrid PN7 • R+COLOR NP10 + VG10 • Chairlift Lightener • Lunar Dust Clay Lightener About R+Co Talk Radio R+Co Talk Radio brings together beauty icons, salon owners, educators, creators and industry leaders for conversations about creativity, business, culture and the future of hair.

16 min
May 18

Celebrity Stylist Marwa Bashir on Hair, Fashion & Creative Life

Celebrity stylist and R+COLOR Collective member Marwa Bashir joins R+Co's Alison Alhamed for a conversation about creativity, country music, fashion, beauty, rollerblading, books and the unexpected path that led her into hair.Marwa shares stories from growing up between Tennessee and Minnesota, almost becoming a social worker, and eventually building a career working with some of the most recognizable names in music and entertainment — including Sheryl Crow, Maren Morris, Kristin Cavallari, Kings of Leon and even Robert Plant.The two also dive into:How hair became a form of human connection and healingNashville creative culture and celebrity stylingFashion, closets, designer finds and personal styleRollerblading as creative therapyMood boards, inspiration and artistic evolutionWhy Marwa was drawn to R+COLORHer favorite R+COLOR formulas and lightenersBravo TV, books, astrology and side partsPlus: R+Co Collective member Ashley Streicher shares her love story for METAL DETECTOR Detox Shampoo, now available in salons nationwide.

33 min
May 3

On the Fly with Jay Wesley Olson

In this spontaneous, on-the-road episode of R+Co Talk Radio, R+Co's Alison Alhamed sits down with R+COLOR Collective Member Jay Wesley Olson—the creative force behind the R+COLOR Collective Tour. Recorded just moments before taking the stage, this candid conversation covers everything from building a nationwide color tour to balancing family, salon ownership and creative leadership. Jay’s approach is simple but rare: build the platform, spotlight the team and leave ego at the door. The result? A tour—and a career—rooted in connection, creativity and community. Listen + Follow R+Co Talk Radio:New episodes drop regularly featuring salon owners, artists and industry leaders shaping the future of beauty.

13 min
08/21/2025

OGs + IGs: Joel Torres on Education, Content + Creativity

In this episode of R+Co Talk Radio, host Alison Alhamed sits down with global artist Joel Torres for a conversation that spans from Puerto Rico to the global stage. Known for his precise cutting, mannequin tutorials, and educator-first approach, Joel shares how he built a career that bridges OG education and the Instagram era. We talk about the inspiration behind his creative studio dreams, how social media is shaping beauty education today, and his role at R+Co as a Global Artist. Whether you’re a stylist, salon owner, or beauty enthusiast, you’ll walk away inspired by Joel’s passion for teaching, his artistry, and his perspective on what it means to be both an educator and a creator.

18 min
07/16/2025

Ashley Strikes Again: Meet the New SUN CATCHER Spray

In this episode, R+Co's Alison Alhamed spends 20 minutes with celebrity stylist and R+Co Collective member Ashley Streicher for a candid conversation about how her environment influences her creativity, her evolving routine, a deep dive into her collab with R+Co, and the inspiration behind her latest launch: SUN CATCHER Power C Nourish + Refresh Styling Spray.

18 min
01/29/2025

30 Minutes with Howard McLaren

Howard McLaren: Unplugged & Unfiltered No script. No filters. Just Howard McLaren, co-founder of R+Co. In this free-flowing conversation, Howard dives into the art of inspiration—how he overcomes creative blocks, the movies and music that fuel his vision, and the moments (and mistakes) that shaped his career. From curating the ultimate salon experience to how he interprets the future of hairdressing, this episode is a deep dive into the mind of a true industry icon.

28 min
09/07/2023

Jenna Perry: Conversations in Celebrity Color

Listen in as celebrity colorist Jenna Perry shared how she went from being a small-town girl with big dreams to taking a gigantic bite out of the Big Apple with her Jenna Perry Hair salon, booming clientele and star-studded roster of clients. Hear all about what it’s like working with celebrities, how she got her big break, and why she chose to partner with R+COLOR. Learn more by joining us for a free virtual R+Co EDU class to take a deeper dive into the world of R+COLOR, where you’ll experience our innovative technology, environmentally sustainable packaging and gain essential knowledge to kickstart your journey with R+COLOR. RSVP HERE: https://edu.randco.com/courses/r-color-first-date

29 min
08/17/2022

R+Co Excursion Preview with Tev Finger

We're inviting the R+Co network of salon owners to our upcoming business Excursion in Key Largo, Florida, for three days of intense business education, incredible networking with the best in beauty and, if you’ve ever joined us at Excursion before, you know we also like to have a lot of fun. In these 20 minutes with our CEO Tev Finger, he shares what you can expect from us this October if you’re able to join us at a world-class resort in Key Largo, Florida. He also shares insight into the curriculum we’ve built out for you—and this is not just the content that we think you’ll care about, we’ve designed a curriculum that directly addresses the content you said you want and need from us at our next business Excursion. If you’d like more information, and want to learn more about the Ocean Reef Club in Key Largo, where we’ll be this October, please visit us at randco.com/excursions where you’ll also be able to reserve your spot and request more information.

24 min

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Beauty icons and influencers, thought leaders, salon owners, trendsetters and more take the spotlight.

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R+Co
Years Active

2021 - 2026
Episodes

38
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