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Who's In My Chair?
"Who's in My Chair?" aims to highlight the intimate bond between stylist and client, often likened to the sacredness of attorney-client privilege. The podcast will feature candid conversations with a diverse array of guests—from CEOs and professors to stay-at-home moms and celebrities—exploring their unique hair journeys and the emotional connections tied to their hair.
With over four decades of experience, Dickey has been a trailblazer in debunking myths and stereotypes surrounding textured hair. His influence extends far beyond the salon chair, shaping perceptions of beauty and setting new standards in hair care for a multi-textural world. Recognized by leading publications such as Vogue, Vanity Fair, and Essence for his iconic hairstyles on celebrities including Solange, Rihanna, and Michelle Obama, Dickey continues to redefine beauty and empower individuals to embrace their natural hair textures.
Who's In My Chair?
Allure Editor-In-Chief Jessica Cruel on Who's In My Chair
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My guest co-host is a true testament to change — the first Black Editor-in-Chief of Allure magazine, y’all – Jessica Cruel. If you know, you know: Allure has long been dubbed the beauty bible — the one-stop authority on all things hair, skin, nails, and the skin you’re in. Since its debut in 1991, it’s carved out a space that centered beauty unlike any other publication, especially among the big dogs like Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, which leaned more into fashion and culture.
But let’s be real — even those legacy mags often gave us “diversity” in air quotes: a token here, a one-off there. That’s why Jessica’s appointment is no small thing. Putting a Black woman at the helm of Allure doesn’t just mean better beauty stories — it means a deeper reflection of who we really are.
Because Jessica brings all of herself to the table — her love of beauty, yes, but also real estate, investment property, home ownership… Prosperity in all its forms. So now we see ourselves reflected not just in our skin and coils, but in our ambition and legacy too. That’s how we break the glass ceiling. Thank you, Jessica — aka Rocket for leading with excellence. You didn’t just take up space — you expanded it.