The Punk Rock Barbershop

E~ Bradshaw

I'm not sure what Bette Midler said, but I'm NOT going on the internet to find out. I'm treating life like it's 2003. https://bradshawcreativeservices.com

Werner Colmon

The way I feel about visiting Asbury Park sums up the way I feel about living in Philadelphia, especially after the 2023 mayoral election.

Carl Brister

I met Carl through my "8:30 to 4:30", and in addition to talking about our dads and our kids, I also got some exercise tips from him. And in the most punk rock barbershop moment ever, Carl will be performing at the National Optometric Association Convention on July 13th, 2024 in my hometown of Philadelphia, PA (aka MarIan Anderson City)!!! https://nationaloptometricassociation.com/# http://www.carlbrister.com https://www.musicvillage.live/ https://www.instagram.com/carlbristerofficial/

Dr. Grisel Y. Acosta

I met Grisel in early February 2024 when she spoke at an artists panel that the organization that I work for put together. During that panel (which was very thoughtful and introspective) she referenced (among other things) X-Ray Spex, Hurray for the Riff Raff, and Los Espookys. Once she did that, I knew I had to connect with her, because I felt like I had just found the childhood best friend I always wanted. She's also a college professor, a published poet, and a performer. https://gfbpublishing.org/shop/ols/products/pre-order-things-to-pack-on-the-way-to-everywhere https://www.routledge.com/Latina-Outsiders-Remaking-Latina-Identity/Acosta/p/book/9780367729172 https://journal.malcs.org https://www.latinorebels.com/2015/02/09/racism-in-boyhood-is-the-worst-kind/ https://www.oprahdaily.com/entertainment/tv-movies/a39861776/professor-grisel-acosta-is-power-suits-television-professional-women-woc/

Maxine Lyle

I know Maxine through work, so I sent her some clips of the podcast to help contextualize the format I use. Since I only interact with her in professional settings I was nervous about revealing this "PG-13" side of myself. Little did I know that Maxine was a fan of the "Ante Up" remix by M.O.P., (featuring Busta Rhymes, Remy Martin, and Teflon.) Also, you can check out Maxine's step company, Sole Steps, at https://www.soulsteps.com. The accompanying photo is courtesy of Lou Jones.