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Precision Notes

Precision Notes

By Sabir Peele of Men's Style Pro

Welcome to Precision Notes -- A Men’s Style Pro podcast. We’ll be sitting down with creatives from all industries from fashion to fitness to get a better understanding of their process, struggles and successes.
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Emily Riddell co-owner & pastry chef at Machine Shop Boulangerie

Precision Notes Dec 23, 2019

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Sean Robinson - Barber, Equestrian & Photographer

Sean Robinson - Barber, Equestrian & Photographer

On this episode I sit down with a new age renaissance man Mr. Sean Robinson (@lopeandlasso), the veteran barber has taken on celebrity barber status cutting the likes of top talent in the NBA, NFL as well as a host of actors and musicians. When not behind the barber chair, Sean can be found on a ranch, partaking in his love of equestrian or with a camera in his hand, photographing those things that inspire him. During our talking, we hit topic of western style, ambition, and his love of barbering. Today, I present to you Mr. Sean Robinson for Precision Notes.


Season 3 of Precision Notes is sponsored by Maddox & Co footwear. Experience the allure of sustainable elegance with Maddox & Co., your choice for luxurious footwear consciously crafted for style, comfort, and ethical responsibility.

Visit http://themaddoxbrand.com

Apr 10, 202401:01:08
Brianna Funk - Digital Marketing Specialist

Brianna Funk - Digital Marketing Specialist

On this episode of Precision Notes, I sit down with Brianna Funk. The digital marketing specialist has found herself creating campaign and working for some of the biggest lifestyle brands, has made her way in front of the camera as a model, dabbles as a boxer -- and, has stepped into her Faith. During our session we learn how showing up and being genuine is the key to true success. Season 3 of Precision Notes is sponsored by ⁠Maddox & Co⁠. Experience artisan-made, mens luxury footwear by visiting ⁠http://TheMaddoxBrand.com⁠.
Apr 02, 202458:23
Darryl Brown of fashion house - Maison Braun

Darryl Brown of fashion house - Maison Braun

In this episode, we sit down with Darryl Brown -- founder & designer the fashion house, Maison Braun (custom & Made To Order). With over a decade in the fashion & retail industry, Brown has spent time at Saks 5th Avenue, Suitsupply, Damari and now his own fashion house.


As a full fledge creative, Brown style and swagger isn't limited to fashion. As Clout Cliquot, he's been in the lab putting out music with the same detail and sartorial touch you'd expect from the consummate man of style


Season 3 of Precision Notes is sponsored by ⁠Maddox & Co⁠. Experience artisan-made, mens luxury footwear by visiting ⁠http://TheMaddoxBrand.com⁠.

Mar 24, 202401:09:57
Welcome To Season 3
Mar 23, 202409:50
Ryan Clark of @RyanStylesNYC & High Fashion Living

Ryan Clark of @RyanStylesNYC & High Fashion Living

On this episode of Precision Notes, we sat down virtually with Ryan Clark better known as @RyanStylesNYC on Instagram. The Texas-native has called New York his home for quite some time when he decided to make the career switch from pursuing medical school to becoming one of the dominant players in the menswear & lifestyle content creator spaces. From the co-creation of the site High Fashion Men & High Fashion Living to his greater pursuit of television and product creation, Mr. Clark is taking his love of luxury lifestyle and turning it into a variety of entrepreneurial endeavors.

Follow http://instagram.com/ryanstylesnyc

Check him out on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/ryanstylesnyc 

Visit http://highfashionliving.com


Sponsorship Note

Season two of Precision Notes is brought to you by Lokal Hotel. Use code “LokalPrecision” at StayLokal.com to save 10% on your first stay at one of Lokal’s invisible service boutique hotels in Philadelphia. http://staylokal.com (discount expires 12/01/2020)


Sep 02, 202058:12
Leo Chan founder of Levitate Style

Leo Chan founder of Levitate Style

On this episode we sit down with Leo Chan, co-founder of the lifestyle blog Levitate Style. Leo and his girlfriend Alicia Mara took their hobby of creating style content while Leo was still pursuing his career in finance and expanded their reach into travel, social wellness and fashion. Today, Leo is one of the most recognizable faces in the content creator arena, gracing the pages of GQ, Men’s Health and countless other blogs. During this COV19 pandemic, we met up with Leo virtually to get a better look into his business and to see how’s he grown from immigrant to influencer 

Visit - http://levitatestyle.com

Follow @levitatestyle on Instagram

Shop his first clothing collection - http://levitatecollection.com

Sponsorship Note

Season two of Precision Notes is brought to you by Lokal Hotel. Use code “LokalPrecision” at StayLokal.com to save 10% on your first stay at one of Lokal’s invisible service boutique hotels in Philadelphia. http://staylokal.com (discount expires 12/01/2020)

May 15, 202058:30
Hadar -- singer / songwriter

Hadar -- singer / songwriter

On this episode of Precision Notes, we sit down with singer/song writer – Hadar. During our chat, Hadar talks about being inspired by 80’s & 90s r&b stars, while she was living in Israel and dreaming of coming to the States pursue her musical dreams. After spending many trips back and forth fro Israel to the US, while taken on odds jobs to save up to jump start her future, her path to some quite interesting turns. We hope you enjoy this episode, so please welcome to Precision Notes Podcast -- Hadar Follow her on Instagram at @thisisahadar Listen to her music on iTunes https://music.apple.com/us/artist/hadar/1353708588 

Sponsorship Note 

Season two of Precision Notes is brought to you by Lokal Hotel. Use code “LokalPrecision” at StayLokal.com to save 10% on your first stay at one of Lokal’s invisible service boutique hotels in Philadelphia. http://staylokal.com (discount expires 12/01/2020)

May 09, 202050:27
Rick & Ky Cao - brothers & owners of P's & Q's shop

Rick & Ky Cao - brothers & owners of P's & Q's shop

On this episode of Precision Notes, I sit down with Rick & Ky Cao, brothers & owners of the heritage streetwear shop – P’s & Q’s. Situated on South Street in Philadelphia, P’s & Q’s isn’t just a store to purchase thoughtfully curated clothing and stylish publications, Rick & Ky have created a culture that pushes the notion of community, education and family. From their early days in the Jordan resale game to their streetwear concept store Abakus Takeout in Chinatown, the brothers have always been lead by their passion for style and their love of Philadelphia. Now at P's and Q's, the duo has created a space where people gather, shop, get 1-on-1 moments with designers and celebrate life. 

Follow at @psqsshop on Instagram to stay up-to-date with the brand

Sponsorship Note

Season two of Precision Notes is brought to you by Lokal Hotel. Use code “LokalPrecision” at StayLokal.com to save 10% on your first stay at one of Lokal’s invisible service boutique hotels in Philadelphia. http://staylokal.com (discount expires 12/01/2020)


Photo Credit: Jillian Guyette -- http://jillianguyette.com/links

May 01, 202059:12
Christina Henck -- interior designer & owner of Henck Design

Christina Henck -- interior designer & owner of Henck Design

Christina Henck is a premiere interior designer owner of the design firm Henck Design. The Philadelphia transplant has been cutting her teeth in the interior design business for over a decade, managing projects from the city to the shore for top athletes and many others. She’s also taken her talent to writing trend forecast for a variety industry publications and has even partnered with the Property Brothers. On the heels of opening here Henck Design showroom on the historic Fabric Row in Philadelphia, Christina has a lot of projects ready to roll out. 

Visit: https://henckdesign.com/ 

Follow: http://instagram.com/think_henck @think_henck

Sponsorship Note

Season two of Precision Notes is brought to you by Lokal Hotel. Use code “LokalPrecision” at StayLokal.com to save 10% on your first stay at one of Lokal’s invisible service boutique hotels in Philadelphia. http://staylokal.com (discount expires 12/01/2020)

Apr 24, 202046:53
Rodney McLeod - NFL Safety & Owner and CEO of streetwear brand Back of House

Rodney McLeod - NFL Safety & Owner and CEO of streetwear brand Back of House

On this episode of Precision Notes, I sit down with Rodney McLeod. The undrafted super bowl champion with the Philadelphia Eagles and owner and CEO of the progressive streetwear brand Back of House. From juggling a growing business, a full-time professional football career, while coming back from injury – Rodney has continued to leave everything on the field and nows he testing his chops in the fashion game… Please welcome to Precision Notes, Rodney McLeod.

Visit https://bohusa.com/ to check out the full selection of streetwear apparel.

Sponsorship Note

Season two of Precision Notes is brought to you by Lokal Hotel. Use code “LokalPrecision” at StayLokal.com to save 10% on your first stay at one of Lokal’s invisible service boutique hotels in Philadelphia. http://staylokal.com

Mar 20, 202049:59
Jayel Lewis - Health & Fitness Expert

Jayel Lewis - Health & Fitness Expert

On this episode, we sit down with health & wellness expert Jayel Lewis. As a self-described health & fitness resource, Jayel’s journey has taken her around the world working as a personal trainer – but, if it wasn’t for a sales position at a fitness studio that she took on right out of college, her journey may have been completely different. Now she’s the director of health & wellness at one of Philadelphia’s premiere members only social clubs and can be seen in a variety of publications sharing her fitness (and gracing a few covers too). Follow @JayellLewis on Instagram Sponsorship Note Season two of Precision Notes is brought to you by Lokal Hotel. Use code “LokalPrecision” at StayLokal.com to save 10% on your first stay at one of Lokal’s invisible service boutique hotels in Philadelphia.
Mar 13, 202050:48
Welcome To Precision Notes

Welcome To Precision Notes

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to actually work as a chiropractor, CFDA award winning designer or a professional athlete? No matter what career moves you may be trying to make or need a bit of inspiration to take that first step, we at Precision Notes are getting to the bottom of the creative process of carving out your career path. Weekly we meet with entrepreneurs, creatives and different professionals from all industries to get better insight on the details that make this successful — including the failures and surprises.
Mar 10, 202000:49
Alex & Mike Lifestyle Blogger

Alex & Mike Lifestyle Blogger

On this episode, we sit down with the stylish Alex & Mike founders of the self titled blog Alex & Mike. From fashion to skincare and of course home design Alex & Mike turned their hobby (which was originally started as a creative release from their day jobs in the real estate & medical fields) into a flourishing website and social media following. During our chat, they take us through their journey of balancing working together as a couple on the blog and managing their full-time careers too.

Follow @AlexandMike on Instagram

Sponsorship Note

Season two of Precision Notes is brought to you by Lokal Hotel. Use code “LokalPrecision” at StayLokal.com to save 10% on your first stay at one of Lokal’s invisible service boutique hotels in Philadelphia.

Mar 06, 202045:45
Emily Riddell co-owner & pastry chef at Machine Shop Boulangerie

Emily Riddell co-owner & pastry chef at Machine Shop Boulangerie

On this episode of Precision Notes, we sit down with Emily Riddell, co-owner of the South Philly-based, French-inspired Machine Shop Boulangerie. After spending time in Paris honing here baking skills. Riddell an accomplished pastry chef has spent time working at the renowned Le Bec Fin in Philadelphia, stents on the west coast and Lancaster Pennsylvania before opening the Best of Philly award winning bakery. During our convo, we talk about her willingness to always take risk, her love of chocolate and the future of Machine Shop Boulangerie

#Chef #Philly #MachineShopPhilly #Bakery

Dec 23, 201951:56
Dr. Hava Rose (Chiropractor, Wellness Expert & Writer)

Dr. Hava Rose (Chiropractor, Wellness Expert & Writer)

On this episode, we sat down with Dr. Hava Rose -- chiropractor, former body-builder and Muay Thai fighter. Hava gives us better insight on chiropractics as a valid medical practice and how her interest in wellness, writing and the ability to bring creatives together better helps her in her career. 

You can follow here on Instagram at @hava.rose and book a chiropractic session with her in Philly at Hava Rose Chiropractic.

Nov 11, 201953:55
Davida Lovelace of VidaFashionista Interview

Davida Lovelace of VidaFashionista Interview

We sat down with Davida Lovelace of the lifestyle blog Vidafashionista and the new influencer hub Philly Influencer Mixer. We discuss her career journey from NBA Dancer, bank teller (and many jobs in between) to her switch to running her blog, styling and growing her brand footprint. We discuss some of the misconceptions of working in the blogging and influencer worlds from all angles. 

You can follow Davida via Instagram at @VidaFashionista and @PhillyInfluencerMixer

#fashion #style #retail #philly #blogger

Oct 28, 201901:13:49
Interview w/ co-founder of Armstrong & Wilson luxury men's accessories brand - Ontario Armstrong

Interview w/ co-founder of Armstrong & Wilson luxury men's accessories brand - Ontario Armstrong

We sit down with half of the Armstrong & Wilson team, Mr. Ontario Armstrong. From their humble beginnings working the floor at Nordstrom to having their product sold there, Ontario gives us some insight to what makes their luxury men's accessories stand out in a saturated market. We talk about the misconceptions of being a fashion brand and how collaboration inspired the continued uptick in the brands quality from year to year.  The Philadelphia-based brand has reached the suit pockets of high-profile celebrities like Lebron James and has cornered the market on luxury pocket squares and ties, but, what's next?

Oct 11, 201901:19:23
Interview w/ menswear designer Michael Bastian

Interview w/ menswear designer Michael Bastian

We sat down with menswear designer Michael Bastian at his New York apartment. After, stints at Ralph Lauren & Bergdorf Goodman, Bastian launched his CFDA award-winning namesake brand Michael Bastian. We talk his business and future of the brand.
Sep 02, 201952:08