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Daniel Koye: Wig Hackers

Daniel Koye: Wig Hackers

By Daniel Koye

Daniel Koye explores topics related to his life as a celebrity stylist, the world of entrepreneurs, wig tips and tricks, and much more. Join him at 10 am EST on Fridays.
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Daniel Koye: Wig HackersJan 28, 2019

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My EXCLUSIVE Interview with EMMY-nominated Hairstylist Jessie Mojica!

My EXCLUSIVE Interview with EMMY-nominated Hairstylist Jessie Mojica!

What a treat!  I first got to work with this talented hair and wig stylist on Broadway in After Midnight and now he's an Emmy nominee for POSE.  Listen to the real facts of what it's like working backstage and behind the screen.  See how the silhouette is the most important thing.  You know we love our job when we carry on as we did.   

Jan 08, 202143:22
Change, How you can deal with it in your business

Change, How you can deal with it in your business

Here I talk about change and how you can deal with it.   You want to have a pad and pen for this one.  Breaking down your time in your day can help sort out the change that is needed for your business.   

Jan 01, 202113:32
Commercial Work

Commercial Work

The behind the scenes chat about what goes on during a commercial shoot!

Dec 18, 202009:18
Social Media Superstar Jodie Brown!

Social Media Superstar Jodie Brown!

Here is a no FLUFF talk about social media and the REAL tangible things you can do to get your Instagram going strong!   My guest is Jodie Brown an intentional Instagram for hairstylist! Check out her online course to get this and so much more!   www.jodiebrown.ca

Dec 11, 202049:42
What are you DOING!!!

What are you DOING!!!

The world is a little crazy now what are you doing to center yourself and your business.  

Dec 04, 202012:18
You Missed OUT of a deal of a life time!

You Missed OUT of a deal of a life time!

II hope you know you have missed the deal of a lifetime to be in the Wighackers club.  It's not closed but it gonna cost you!   The content in it and me.  Made this high on my Xanax Ambian so you all can get your deals!   I don't want to hear it!  9 months of beta testing and NOW when It's going up and it finally clicks you investment can bring you 10k a month.  1000.00 I would invest if I knew I'd get a 9x return on my investment! 

Nov 28, 202020:40
An Interview w/ Broadway Sensation Michelle Dowdy!

An Interview w/ Broadway Sensation Michelle Dowdy!

This was so much fun!  Traveling back in time reminiscing the Broadway Bares and ALL the shows Michelle has worked on!   

Nov 27, 202001:09:19
Pick Yourself Up and Try Again

Pick Yourself Up and Try Again

Nothing comes easily. You have to work for what you want!  Every day you need to be doing something to get closer to your goals. 1% better is still better!  There are going to be some bumpy times... BUT we will get thru them!  

Nov 20, 202008:60
Lindsay Makes Waves

Lindsay Makes Waves

What a treat when the owner and creator of Lindsay Makes Waves.  Check out her coaching and classes.  We have such an inspiring, real, down to earth conversation about the struggles of creating her own empire!

Nov 13, 202039:44
Need some Inspiration?

Need some Inspiration?

Been thinking about all the new hairstylists and wigmakers out there!   Wanted to give some encouragement 

Nov 02, 202010:45
Heidi Klum Halloween Party

Heidi Klum Halloween Party

On its 10 year anniversary of creating the robot wig for Heidi Klum, I thought I'd look back at the crazy fun day! 

Oct 30, 202015:07
What Do I personally use to make a wig!

What Do I personally use to make a wig!

In the episode, I go over everything that I personally use to make a wig.   These are just what works for me to work at my best and create the best quality products.  

Oct 26, 202016:14
The Bundle of BRIGHT LIGHT! Jackie Burns

The Bundle of BRIGHT LIGHT! Jackie Burns

As most of my interviews go I have known Jackie since back in the HAIR days! We Dive deep and talk about it all from the joys of HAIR and to becoming Elphaba on Bradway! We have SOO much fun! and we talk curls!
Oct 23, 202058:11
Hair! What it is and How to make it AWESOME!

Hair! What it is and How to make it AWESOME!

This is a new formate!  I went live on IG and to some followers to ask some questions!   It's fun!  Hope you like it!   

Oct 19, 202022:13
NUDE FOR ALL: A Talk w/ Jazmine Willis of Neo + Noel

NUDE FOR ALL: A Talk w/ Jazmine Willis of Neo + Noel

Here is an up and coming brand that I am super excited about.  The CEO of Neo + Noel, Jazmine Willis, sat down with me and spilled her guts out about finding the perfect nude for all tones and shades.  She saw the gap and is now filling it! 

Oct 16, 202036:55
Getting thru life.

Getting thru life.

We are all going thru it. And how can we not. You are not alone. I’ll be your number one wig making cheerleader.!!!
Oct 12, 202012:01
The Injector Carolyn

The Injector Carolyn

What a treat!   Hear what I get done to keeping myself feel pretty in the mirror!   We dive in and go deep with our conversation with The Injector Carolyn 

Oct 09, 202044:22
Bleach! or Lighters

Bleach! or Lighters

I know I know!   You will find out what lighteners I love and ones that work the best on wigs!  AND I rant about so much other stuff that you are bound to have a smile on your face! 

Oct 05, 202015:17
Vampires VS The Bronx

Vampires VS The Bronx

OH YEA!  It's Finally here!!!   Out on NETFLIX  VAMPIRES VS THE BRONX!     

Oct 03, 202008:32
What cosmetic procedures you are going to want to have!

What cosmetic procedures you are going to want to have!

This is my injector specialist!  When I say no pain!   There was NONE!  We became instant friends and I can't wait to go back!   My guest is @theinjectorcarolyn.  She ROCKS!!!   

Oct 02, 202044:31
Special Guest Josh Comeaux

Special Guest Josh Comeaux

What a Treat!   Were talking about how Josh Comeaux came up with the awesome products! Color Map and Monte Rio! We talk about it all!   

Oct 02, 202040:07
Special Interview with the Rainbow-licous Mykey O'Halloran
Sep 25, 202041:58
Bronner brothers announcement

Bronner brothers announcement

This is amazing!! I’ll be going over what I’ll be discussing at the Bronner brothers on line beauty show! Get your tickets today
Sep 21, 202009:06
My Interview w/ Jennifer Cody!

My Interview w/ Jennifer Cody!

What a treasure!   Jennifer Cody A broadway star! We met doing Broadway Bares and have worked on some funny jobs!   

Sep 18, 202025:47
What's Your Path?

What's Your Path?

Do you have a path? Working on what you want to achieve in life can be a challenge. But know you can have your OWN path and create greatness!
Sep 14, 202013:10
Beauty Biz Shows

Beauty Biz Shows

I went and spoke a the Beauty Biz. Shows in the ATL!   It was So much fun. this has a little bit of everything that has been going on in my life and the fun things that are coming out!  

Sep 07, 202015:19
Special Guest Ramses Jimenez

Special Guest Ramses Jimenez

We just did the NBC show Lincoln Rhymes: Hunt for the Bone Collector.  We go over his outlook of the entertainment industry and the HAIR SACARFICES he had to make to work on the show!   

Sep 04, 202047:08
How to Cope!

How to Cope!

In this episode, you get a bit of how I cope thru all the different situations In my career and life.   These have gotten me to where I am today!   Hope they can inspire you to be more creative and know that we can and will get thru this! 

Aug 31, 202007:43
Special Guest Eddiiez Wigs!

Special Guest Eddiiez Wigs!

Listen in on this candid conversation with a graduate student of mine. Who came to my studio for a 3 day intensive to bring her wig making skills to the next level!    

Aug 28, 202045:07
How to get more clients.

How to get more clients.

We always are looking to build our brand and get more clients.  Here I will give you some tips and tricks to get a waiting list so you can be booked and blessed.  No, don't get mad when you don't have any time for yourself!   #timeismoney 

Aug 24, 202013:42
Special Guest Sami Gayle

Special Guest Sami Gayle

What a treat!   On my FIRST full-time broadway show Patti Lupone GYSPY Sami played the Baby June!   We got to catch up on all the great things she has been up to!   

Aug 21, 202038:13
All about the LACE

All about the LACE

You need to know what your LACES are!    I go over my favorites and why I use them and for what!   

Aug 17, 202012:33
Interview with Krystal Joy Brown

Interview with Krystal Joy Brown

This is such a special person from HAIR, Big Fish, Leap Of Faith on Broadway.  She stared in Motown! and is in the current production of Hamilton.  

Aug 14, 202053:20
How they feel!

How they feel!

This is a bit of both!   How do they feel?  What can we do as stylists to make our clients feel as good as we make them look! 

Aug 10, 202012:12
The Hair Diagram Tamika Gibson

The Hair Diagram Tamika Gibson

In this episode of Wighackers podcast, I have a the creator of BOLD HOLD with tape and glue!   We chat about how it came about and how she keeps creating during wild times!

Aug 07, 202023:59
Inspiration VS Reality

Inspiration VS Reality

It's all a Dream!   Till you write it down. Then its a goal.  Then you can work towards it!    I want to let you in on a secret!   Listen to this podcast how I make my dreams realities!   

Aug 03, 202011:54
Special Guest GEMS

Special Guest GEMS

What a treat!   Getting to talk with GEMS a fellow wig maker who has worked on some of the most notorious films!   Harry Potter! Its was such fun chatting shop with her!   Totally going to have her on again! 

Jul 31, 202033:27
Funnel VS Website

Funnel VS Website

What are the differences?   What works for you?  What do I use?    

Jul 27, 202016:10
Interview with Andrew Cristi

Interview with Andrew Cristi

Heres an interview with a wardrobe stiles for Wigman Magazine.  We had a very interesting interview  I thing the tables got turned it was fun!   

Jul 24, 202047:08
Quality VS Quantity

Quality VS Quantity

This is the real talk!   How to see where you lang on the scale of Quality or Quantity!

Jul 20, 202012:49
My Interview with Nick Stenson

My Interview with Nick Stenson

What a treat!  the inspiring Artist Director of the salons at Ulta salons.   A true inspiring time.  

Jul 17, 202026:01
Special Guest Rachel Ann Go.

Special Guest Rachel Ann Go.

This was so much fun!   I got to catch up with Rachel Ann Go. From Broadway to the West End.  and her big win! 

Jul 10, 202032:56
How my manufacture screwed me over!

How my manufacture screwed me over!

So many online manufacturers and how do you know who to trust?! 

Jul 06, 202004:02
Special Guest Haley Evans

Special Guest Haley Evans

Today we are talking to a special guest Haley Evans! She is an extension specialist and a host on the Nice Hair Podcast. Check out her Instagram @haleyyevanss and her podcast page @nicehairpodcast!

Jul 03, 202046:09
Mentorships

Mentorships

How do you get a Mentor?   Why get one?   I'm going to be talking about how mentors can be a game-changer for you. 

Jun 29, 202013:53
Ciara Renee

Ciara Renee

This is a take me back to some Big Fish and Strangers days!  This fun interview with the then (that day Disney announced they would be closing Frozen on Broadway)  So you can see how everyone need to be hopeful no matter what happens   

Jun 26, 202026:03
Filming Day Fun!

Filming Day Fun!

WE are here fixing all the content for the next month!  Listen in to the fun we have getting wild and crazy on set.   

Jun 22, 202016:30
Interviewing Krista Leavitt

Interviewing Krista Leavitt

I got to interview the curly hair specialist about her technique and class to teach clients and stylists how to love your curls 

Jun 19, 202033:04
Being a Creative Artist

Being a Creative Artist

Listen to me rant on how wild a creative mind can be.  Can you relate? Boy I hope I'm not alone!  

Jun 15, 202009:20
This AMAZING Interview with Diana Degarmo and Ace Young

This AMAZING Interview with Diana Degarmo and Ace Young

What can I say about this interview.  We cover it all!  There love theres broadway career.  They love hair!!!  And they got all dressed up!   Im going to post the full zoom interview on YouTube.  You HAVE to see how amazing they looked for me!!!   

Jun 12, 202042:04