Groomer Tales: A Podcast by Groomer's Choice
Let's dive into the world of pet grooming! Groomers and pet professionals alike share fascinating stories, expert advice and heartwarming experiences on the Groomer Tales podcast. Get ready for helpful products, stylish trims and lots of laughs.
All Episodes
Episode 50 - Tatum Lundin
In this episode, Natasha sits down with Tatum Lundin, owner of The Spot in Bemidji, Minnesota. Tatum talks about building a grooming business, becoming a Certified Master Groomer, and why she loves giant breeds. She shares what she learned about burnout, continuing education, and pushing through imposter syndrome on her journey to Master Groomer certification. Plus, she explains why Newfoundlands and other giant breeds are her bread and butter! It’s a funny, relatable conversation about growing as a groomer and never putting 'just' in front of dog groomer. Please enjoy this episode of Groomer Tales! This episode is dedicated to the memory of Tatum’s beloved Dalmatian, Darling, who sadly passed away after this episode was recorded.
Episode 49 - Sam Hollenbeck
Welcome back to Groomer Tales, a podcast by Groomer's Choice. Today's guest is Sam Hollenbeck, owner of Grooms by Sam LLC, a home-based grooming salon in rural Missouri. Sam shares how she went from aspiring veterinarian to business owner, how winning the Groomer's Choice Great Groomer Giveaway helped transform her grooming space, and why creating a calm, one-on-one experience for pets is at the heart of everything she does. A quick heads-up: There are a couple of brief technical difficulties throughout this episode due to our virtual recording, but we hope you enjoy the conversation. Let's get started!
Episode 48 - Wayne Hartley Jr.
Today's guest is Wayne Hartley Jr., owner of Happy Hearts Pet Care in Atlanta. After spending more than a decade as a veterinary technician, Wayne found his passion in grooming and has since built a thriving business centered on education, community, and making a difference in the pet industry. Wayne also shares the inspiration behind Happy Hearts Pet Care, his vision for supporting the next generation of pet professionals, and plenty of stories from life behind the grooming table. Let's get started.
Episode 47 - Gisela Lambruschini
Today's guest is Gisela Lambruschini, owner of My Dog Miami. Originally from Argentina, Gisela's path to grooming wasn't a traditional one. With a background in psychology, human resources, and business ownership, she brings a unique perspective to leadership, mental health, and building a successful salon. In this episode, we talk about her literal journey from South America to Miami and the lessons she's learned as a business owner. And why kindness to your clients, your team, and yourself might be the key to long-term success in grooming. *A quick heads up: There are a few technical bumps in this episode. That's the joy of virtual recording. Technology likes to keep things interesting!