Heads Together with Michael Van Clarke & Nicky Clarke
Step inside the salon chair and beyond, with Heads Together, the new podcast from legendary hairdressing brothers Michael Van Clarke and Nicky Clarke. With over 50 years of experience shaping the hair of royalty, celebrities, and fashion icons, they reveal untold stories, industry secrets, and personal moments you've never heard before.
From red carpet glamour to the realities of building iconic businesses, they explore sibling rivalry, family dynamics, and the highs and lows of life at the top. Alongside special guests, they share honest insights and practical advice for fellow hairdressers, creative entrepreneurs, and business owners.
For hair pros seeking inspiration, long-time fans craving nostalgic stories, or anyone fascinated by fame and beauty, this podcast is your backstage pass to it all.
Heads Together with Michael Van Clarke & Nicky Clarke
The Hard Truth About Starting a Business with Mitchell Scott
In this episode, Michael Van Clarke sits down with principal stylist Mitchell Scott to reflect on what it really takes to open and run a salon. Michael looks back at being 27 and leaving behind a successful career at John Frieda’s flagship salon to start up his own salon, without quite realising the stress and sacrifice that would shape his first decade in business.
From clashing over cancellation policies and the changing client experience of the 70s and 80s, to navigating million-pound investments, sleepless nights, and the sheer relentlessness of being a business owner, Michael and Mitchell explore the lessons learned along the way. They also debate the future of salons: franchises, partnerships, and why strong structures and engaged teams make all the difference.
Follow Michael Van Clarke: @mvanclarke
Follow Mitchell Scott: @mvc_mitchelltscott
Credits:
Producers: Michael Van Clarke, Louise Ortelli, Louise Oakley & Ben Lifton
Editor: Ben Lifton from Big Little Content
Production Coordinator: TYX Studios
Sound Engineer: TYX Studios