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Gossip Curl

Gossip Curl

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Welcome to Gossip Curl, the podcast that goes deep beneath the surface of hair to explore the connection between evolution, identity, and culture - that drops a new episode every other week. Host Hadnet Tesfai is convinced that hair is never just hair—it’s the only piece of clothing we never take off, and it can change your whole mood before you even step out the door. It holds the receipts to everything you’ve ever done to it, and that’s exactly why we’re here to dive into the myths, the science, and the "wait… is that actually true?!" aspects of it all. Together with leading industry experts, scientists, and professional stylists, Hadnet explores how hair care evolved from dangerous kerosene washes to high-tech chemistry, why economic crises give rise to trends like the mullet, and the psychological power behind a breakup cut or traditional cultural braids. Gossip Curl offers profound knowledge and personal insights for anyone who wants to finally understand our species' most powerful means of expression. Stay tuned! Gossip Curl - The Podcast about ALL things hair A podcast from Henkel Consumer Brands, brought to you by the Global Hair Upskilling team, produced by Bosepark Productions
Episodes
  • Hair Through the Ages

    Hair Through the Ages
    Jun 14 2026
    Your hair is a silent witness to human history — it has protected our ancestors from the sun and today serves as a canvas for our deepest personal expressions. In the second episode of "Gossip Curl," we get into the significance of hair and also a bit of it’s history. Why do humans have hair at all and how far back did that happen? Which hairstyles and hair cuts were most popular “back in the day” and why trends can dictate the times in so many ways. You will discover how hair originally functioned as a biological "solar shield" and why evolutionary history led us to lose it almost everywhere except on our heads. Hadnet and her guest dive into the fascinating world of social status, explaining how a 1920s bob was much more than just a haircut — it was a loud cry for rebellion and freedom. In this episode, Hadnet Tesfai is again joined by Ian Mayer-Marszalek, Global Hair Upskilling Manager at Schwarzkopf Professional. Ian shares incredible insights into the origins of modern hair care, including the shocking fact that people once used kerosene to "cleanse" their hair before the first powdered shampoos were invented in 1903. By the end of this episode, you will see your reflection not just as a style choice, but as a continuation of thousands of years of history. Subscribe to the podcast now in your favorite app and leave us a review so you don’t miss an episode with Hadnet Tesfai on the science and magic of your hair! Welcome to Gossip Curl, the podcast show that dives deep into all things hairto explore the connection between evolution, identity, and culture. Host Hadnet Tesfai is convinced that hair is never just hair—it’s the only accessory we never take off and can change your whole mood. It reflects everything you’ve ever done to it, and that’s exactly why we’re here forhair myths,science, and the "wait… is that actually true?!" aspects of it all. Together with leading industry experts, scientists, and professional stylists, Hadnet explores how hair care evolved from dangerous kerosene washes to high-tech chemistry why economic crises give rise to trends like the mullet and the psychological power behind a breakup cut or traditional cultural braids Gossip Curl offers profound knowledge and personal insights for anyone who wants to finally understand our most powerful means of expression. A new episode drops every other Monday. A podcast from Henkel Consumer Brands, brought to you by the Global Hair Upskilling team, produced by Bosepark Productions.
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    29 mins
  • Break Up Bangs and Other Crimes

    Break Up Bangs and Other Crimes
    Jun 14 2026
    Your hair is the only accessory you never take off — yet many people spend more time choosing their shoes than truly understanding their hair. In the premiere episode of "Gossip Curl" we get into the meaning of hair and the emotional side of it. Why does someone change their hair after a breakup, celebrating a personal milestone, or the start of something new/a new chapter in life? Hair holds memories and confidence, that is why it is so hard to make a cut sometimes Stick around and listen up to how hair can really change your mood.. You will discover why hair care is inseparably linked to your self-image and how to distinguish real trends from fleeting hypes. Hadnet explores how to adapt hairstyles to your individual face shape instead of just copying them from someone else. For this debut, Hadnet Tesfai is joined by Ian Mayer-Marszalek, Global Hair Upskilling Manager at Schwarzkopf Professional. He trains professionals worldwide and explains how hair can even reflect economic crises. Hadnet also shares very personal stories—from navigating her journey between straight hair and natural curls to the significance of traditional Eritrean braids. By the end of this episode, you will understand why it’s never "just hair" when you look in the mirror. Subscribe to the podcast show now in your favorite app and leave us a review so you don’t miss an episode with Hadnet Tesfai on the science and magic of your hair! Welcome to Gossip Curl, the podcast show that dives deep into all things hairto explore the connection between evolution, identity, and culture. Host Hadnet Tesfai is convinced that hair is never just hair—it’s the only accessory we never take off and can change your whole mood. It reflects everything you’ve ever done to it, and that’s exactly why we’re here forhair myths,science, and the "wait… is that actually true?!" aspects of it all. Together with leading industry experts, scientists, and professional stylists, Hadnet explores how hair care evolved from dangerous kerosene washes to high-tech chemistry why economic crises give rise to trends like the mullet and the psychological power behind a breakup cut or traditional cultural braids Gossip Curl offers profound knowledge and personal insights for anyone who wants to finally understand our most powerful means of expression. A new episode drops every other Monday, starting June 15th. A podcast from Henkel Consumer Brands, brought to you by the Global Hair Upskilling team, produced by Bosepark Productions.
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    30 mins
  • Gossip Curl - Trailer

    Gossip Curl - Trailer
    Jun 3 2026
    Welcome to Gossip Curl, the podcast show that dives deep into all things hairto explore the connection between evolution, identity, and culture. Host Hadnet Tesfai is convinced that hair is never just hair—it’s the only accessory we never take off and can change your whole mood. It reflects everything you’ve ever done to it, and that’s exactly why we’re here forhair myths,science, and the "wait… is that actually true?!" aspects of it all. Gossip Curl offers profound knowledge and personal insights for anyone who wants to finally understand our most powerful means of expression. A new episode drops every other Monday, starting June 15th.
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    1 min
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