Behind The Brew

Today we are joined by Matty & Stefan Gaudio, the brothers behind The Holy Black. In this episode they are kind enough to share with us the story of the brand, and their outlook on the business, and where they see things going from here. Find The Holy Black here:https://theholyblack.com/https://www.instagram.com/https://www.instagram.com/theholyblack/Meet us the CT barber Expo! May 17-19 2025 Mohegan Sun Casino Uncasville CT. Behind The Brew is hosted by Modern Man TV and Steve LockhartFind MMTV on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvLockhart's Authentic: https://lockhartsauthentic.com/@lockhartspomadeDauntless Modern Grooming: https://dauntlessgrooming.com/Episode Sponsors:Lockhart's AuthenticFlagship Pomade Co: https://flagshippomade.com/Dauntless Modern Grooming

Today we will chat with Will Carius, founder of Barrister & Mann. Will was kind enough to join us here to discuss the story of his business, the recent loss his family suffered, and a new collaboration coming March 2nd! Find Barrister & Mann here:https://www.barristerandmann.com/https://www.instagram.com/barristerandmann/Behold The Whatsis Reborn will drop on March 2nd 2025 and is available only at the Lockhart's Authentic shop! www.lockhartsauthentic.com Behind The Brew is hosted by Modern Man TV and Steve LockhartFind MMTV on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvLockhart's Authentic: https://lockhartsauthentic.com/@lockhartspomadeDauntless Modern Grooming: https://dauntlessgrooming.com/Episode Sponsors:Lockhart's AuthenticFlagship Pomade Co: https://flagshippomade.com/Dauntless Modern Grooming

Today we meet Alex Costa, the YouTube star and founder of successful brands like The Forte Series, and AETOS Apparel. Today he shares his origin story, discussing his experiences immigrating from Brazil, to the USA and his journey on YouTube and starting these awesome brands. Find Alex here:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@alexcostaThe Forte Series: https://forteseries.com/Aetos Apparel: https://www.aetosapparel.com/Behind The Brew is hosted by Modern Man TV and Steve LockhartFind MMTV on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvLockhart's Authentic: https://lockhartsauthentic.com/@lockhartspomadeDauntless Modern Grooming: https://dauntlessgrooming.com/Episode Sponsors:Lockhart's AuthenticFlagship Pomade Co: https://flagshippomade.com/Dauntless Modern Grooming

Today we have for you an interview with Alvin Oommen, founder of Oxford Hill! In this interview, he discusses the history of his brand and how he went from onion pomades, to Oxford Hill! Find Oxford Hill here: https://oxfordhill.co/Behind The Brew is hosted by Modern Man TV and Steve LockhartFind MMTV on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvLockhart's Authentic: https://lockhartsauthentic.com/@lockhartspomadeDauntless Modern Grooming: https://dauntlessgrooming.com/Episode Sponsors:Lockhart's AuthenticFlagship Pomade Co: https://flagshippomade.com/Dauntless Modern Grooming

Merry Christmas! Today we have for you an interview with Alfredo Canes, founder of Dominus Pomade! In this interview, he discusses the history of his brand and how he took his vision from an idea, to reality. Find Dominus Pomade here: https://dominuspomade.com/Behind The Brew is hosted by Modern Man TV and Steve LockhartFind MMTV on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvLockhart's Authentic: https://lockhartsauthentic.com/@lockhartspomadeDauntless Modern Grooming: https://dauntlessgrooming.com/Episode Sponsors:Lockhart's AuthenticFlagship Pomade Co: https://flagshippomade.com/Dauntless Modern Grooming

Today we will learn about how a pomade empire is created, with the CEO of Pomade World, Andy Kreuzer. Find Pomade World here: https://pomade.world/Behind The Brew is hosted by Modern Man TV and Steve LockhartFind MMTV on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvLockhart's Authentic: https://lockhartsauthentic.com/@lockhartspomadeDauntless Modern Grooming: https://dauntlessgrooming.com/Episode Sponsors:Lockhart's AuthenticFlagship Pomade Co: https://flagshippomade.com/Dauntless Modern Grooming

Today we learn how to look on the Brightside with Chris Hjerling from Brightside Grooming! Find Brightside Style here: https://brightsidestyle.com/Behind The Brew is hosted by Modern Man TV and Steve LockhartFind MMTV on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvLockhart's Authentic: https://lockhartsauthentic.com/@lockhartspomadeDauntless Modern Grooming: https://dauntlessgrooming.com/Episode Sponsors:Lockhart's AuthenticFlagship Pomade Co: https://flagshippomade.com/Dauntless Modern Grooming

Today we will hear the epic tale of Phoenix Shaving, as told by their founder Douglas Smythe. Find Phoenix Shaving here: http://phoenixshaving.comFind them here as well!-http://idlatherbeshaving.comBehind The Brew is hosted by Modern Man TV and Steve LockhartFind MMTV on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvLockhart's Authentic: https://lockhartsauthentic.com/@lockhartspomadeDauntless Modern Grooming: https://dauntlessgrooming.com/Episode Sponsors:Lockhart's AuthenticFlagship Pomade Co: https://flagshippomade.com/Dauntless Modern Grooming

Dauntless is Dead. Today we will find out how it died and what's next. Find Dauntless here: www.dauntlessgrooming.comFind me on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvEpisode Sponsors:Lockhart's Authentic Grooming Co.use code BTB to save some $$https://lockhartsauthentic.comFlagship Pomade Co.use code BTB to save some $$https://flagshippomade.com/

Today we will hear from Ethan Dray, the founder of Barbaric Style on the story of the brand and his personal journey! Find Barbaric Style here: https://www.barbaricstyle.com/Find me on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvFind my Brand of handmade hair products: https://dauntlessgrooming.comBig Thanks to 18.21 Man Made For sponsoring todays episode. Head over to the 18.21 man made barrelhouse and checkout their awesome lineup of goods-https://bit.ly/3ZaAqe5See you next season! 

Today we will hear from Charlie Razook, who founded Jackfir, a plant based skincare brand designed to change the way we view our skin-and how we care for it. Find Jackfir here: https://jackfir.com/Find me on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvFind my Brand of handmade hair products: https://dauntlessgrooming.comBig Thanks to 18.21 Man Made For sponsoring todays episode. Head over to the 18.21 man made barrelhouse and checkout their awesome lineup of goods-https://bit.ly/3ZaAqe5

Today we will hear from one of the best in the game! Franklin Fuertes is the founder of Fuertes Hair Studio, and line of products. He sits down with me today to talk about his background and all that inspired him to create his awesome lineup of goods. Find Fuertes here: https://www.fuerteshairstudio.com/Find me on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvFind my Brand of handmade hair products: https://dauntlessgrooming.comBig Thanks to 18.21 Man Made For sponsoring todays episode. Head over to the 18.21 man made barrelhouse and checkout their awesome lineup of goods-https://bit.ly/3ZaAqe5

Today we will learn the story behind Ace High Pomade Co. from the brand's founders Nathan Hamood & Christian Kettenbeil. Find  Ace High here: https://www.acehighco.comFind me on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvFind my Brand of handmade hair products: https://dauntlessgrooming.comBig Thanks to 18.21 Man Made For sponsoring todays episode. Head over to the 18.21 man made barrelhouse and checkout their awesome lineup of goods-https://bit.ly/3ZaAqe5

Today we have the distinct privilege of interviewing one of the treasures of the handmade pomade community, Mr. Amilcar Cifuentes of Quixote Pomade.Find  Quixote here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/QuixotePomadeFind me on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvFind my Brand of handmade hair products: https://dauntlessgrooming.comBig Thanks to 18.21 Man Made For sponsoring todays episode. Head over to the 18.21 man made barrelhouse and checkout their awesome lineup of goods-https://bit.ly/3ZaAqe5

Ben Davis, of Rascal Man- describes a Rascal as "A gentleman made equally from mischief and charm, and he's as comfortable in a corner office as he is in a back-alley dive. He's coarse, yet refined. He's cunning, yet charismatic. But above all, he is impeccably groomed". Today he will tell us how he created his brand to cater to the rascals of the world, and keep them impeccably groomed. Find Rascal here: https://rascalman.com/Find me on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvYou can find reviews of The Edgers Edge product discussed today there as well! Find my Brand of handmade hair products: https://dauntlessgrooming.comBig Thanks to 18.21 Man Made For sponsoring todays episode. Head over to the 18.21 man made barrelhouse and checkout their awesome lineup of goods-https://bit.ly/3ZaAqe5

Today we will hear from Kam Mitri from the awesome and classic brand 19FIFTIES, and get a look into their backstory and how they keep things classic in a modern era. Find 19Fifties here: Find me on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvYou can find reviews of 19Fifties products there as well! Find my Brand of handmade hair products: https://dauntlessgrooming.comBig Thanks to 18.21 Man Made For sponsoring todays episode. Head over to the 18.21 man made barrelhouse and checkout their awesome lineup of goods-https://bit.ly/3ZaAqe5

Today we will hear from Andrew Lucas, Co Founder of Basic Maintenance Lab.- Andrew will share with us the story of BML, and what it was like starting a business during a pandemic. Find Basic Maintenance Lab here: https://www.basic-maintenance.com/en-usFind me on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvYou can find reviews of BML products there as well! Find my Brand of handmade hair products: https://dauntlessgrooming.comBig Thanks to 18.21 Man Made For sponsoring todays episode. Head over to the 18.21 man made barrelhouse and checkout their awesome lineup of goods-https://bit.ly/3ZaAqe5

Today we will kick off season 3 with a chat with the incredible Clayton Doud's(They/Them). Clayton was awesome enough to take time out of their incredibly busy schedule to chat with me about the origins of O'douds and finally answer the big mystery of who actually made the first UWB pomade. Find O'douds Apothecary here: https://odouds.us/Find me on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvFind my Brand of handmade hair products: https://dauntlessgrooming.comBig Thanks to 18.21 Man Made For sponsoring todays episode. Head over to the 18.21 man made barrelhouse and checkout their awesome lineup of goods-https://bit.ly/3ZaAqe5

Today I will share something I never have before, the story of MY life thus far. This episode will feature guest host Adam Muncy from Samson's haircare and will document the rollercoaster ride that has been my life until now. This episode will feature discussions that might be tough to hear. We will discuss various topics including abuse & suicide. If you find yourself in need of some help, please seek it out. 988- Suicide and Crisis Lifeline open 24/7https://afsp.org/get-help 800-799-7233-National Domestic Violence Hotlinehttps://www.thehotline.orgFind me on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvFind my Brand of handmade hair products: https://dauntlessgrooming.com 

Today I will share something I never have before, the story of MY life thus far. This episode will feature guest host Adam Muncy from Samson's haircare and will document the rollercoaster ride that has been my life until now. This episode will feature discussions that might be tough to hear. We will discuss various topics including abuse & suicide. If you find yourself in need of some help, please seek it out. 988- Suicide and Crisis Lifeline open 24/7https://afsp.org/get-help 800-799-7233-National Domestic Violence Hotlinehttps://www.thehotline.orgFind me on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvFind my Brand of handmade hair products: https://dauntlessgrooming.com 

Today we will hear from the husband & wife duo behind Big Slick Brand! They will share their brand story, and how they got started-along with some of the secrets they learned along the way. Find Big Slick Brand here: https://bigslickbrand.comFind me on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvFind my Brand of handmade hair products: https://dauntlessgrooming.com 

Today we will hear from Filipe Inacio from Firsthand Supply! This is one of those brands that came out of nowhere and just flipped the game on its head! Today we will hear the story of how they did it. Find Firsthand Supply here:https://www.firsthandsupply.comFind me on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvFind my Brand of handmade hair products: https://dauntlessgrooming.com 

Check out Apricus Skincare here! https://apricusskincare.com Today we will hear from Stephen Marinaro, AKA Thesalonguy! Stephens not only a successful hairstylist, and content creator-but he's led lives as a DJ, Police Officer, & Bounty Hunter! Find TheSalonGuy here :https://www.thesalonguy.comFind me on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvFind my Brand of handmade hair products: https://dauntlessgrooming.com 

Today we welcome Mr. Ramsey Chahal, owner and operator of Trade Union Supply co. Ramsey was kind enough to join me for this episode to discuss the history of his brand, his personal journey, and some advice to folks wanting to start their own business. Find Trade Union Supply-https://tradeunionsupply.comFind me on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvFind my Brand of handmade hair products: https://dauntlessgrooming.com 

Take control over your hair loss with Scandinavian Biolabs! https://scandinavianbiolabs.comToday we welcome Ben Miller, former owner of Anchors Aweigh to the show! He is widely considered one of the pioneers of home brewing, and one of the best to ever put wax to heat! Here he will share how he got started and the road that led him to selling his business to a celebrity hairstylist! Check out The Best Paste-https://thebestpaste.com Find me on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvFind my Brand of handmade hair products: https://dauntlessgrooming.com 

Today were going to learn how Gary G. Turned his passion for car detailing, into a full business! His story is very inspirational and after hearing a bit of it on YouTube, I knew I had to have him on the podcast to hear more. Check out Stay Slick on Youtube-https://www.youtube.com/c/StaySlickThis episode is sponsored by 18.21 Man-Made! Check them out here: https://1821manmade.comFind me on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvFind my Brand of handmade hair products: https://dauntlessgrooming.com 

Today we have a special conversation for you with Mr. Sonny Caliendo of The Corpsman's Apothecary. He will share with us a bit about his life in the US Military and the path that led him to create the Corpsman's lineup. Check out their lineup here-https://www.corpsmans.comThis episode is sponsored by 18.21 Man-Made! Check them out here: https://1821manmade.comFind me on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvFind my Brand of handmade hair products: https://dauntlessgrooming.com 

Welcome to Season 2! To kick things off I have some very special friends of mine joining me today-Dre Drexler & David Vo, YouTube creators, and founders of the brand Shehvoo! They also are sponsoring a very special giveaway-listen to the details of the trivia question and then head over here and enter!  https://www.facebook.com/modernmantv This episode is brought to you by The Forte Series! use code MMTV to save some money on your next order! https://www.facebook.com/modernmantvPlease subscribe where possible and share with your friends! Find me on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvCheck out Shehvoo here: https://www.shehvoo.comFind my Brand of handmade hair products: https://dauntlessgrooming.com 18.21 Man Made18.21 Man Made and their top shelf grooming goods have everything you need! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

You have heard me talk about 18.21 Man Made this entire season, now you will hear directly from the source! 18.21 Man Made co-founder Aston LaFon was kind enough to have a conversation with me for the season finale and discuss their awesome brand story! Im also happy to announce that the podcast will be returning!  See you in Season 2! Please subscribe where possible and share with your friends! Find me on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvCheck out 18.21 Man-Made here: https://1821manmade.comFind my Brand of handmade hair products: https://dauntlessgrooming.com 

Today we will hear the story of one of the most popular breakout brands in the community, Stickmore Hair Co! Their co-founder and owner Cyrus World-Peace sat down with me this week to share with me how the brand came about, and how they saved the world, one hairstyle at a time! Please subscribe where possible and share with your friends! Find me on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvCheck out Stickmore here: https://www.stickmorehair.comFind my Brand of handmade hair products: https://dauntlessgrooming.com 

Today we have the privilege of hearing from Jessica & Zach West, of Shear Revival! In this interview we not only get a firsthand look into how Shear Revival came to be, but what its evolved into, and what the next steps are for this incredible team! Please subscribe where possible and share with your friends! Find me on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvCheck out Shear Revival here: https://www.shearrevival.comFind my Brand of handmade hair products: https://dauntlessgrooming.com 

Today we will meet Mr. Eric Dale of Arcadian Grooming! In this interview we will get the backstory on Eric and how he came to own Arcadian, how he threw a wrench in the hair machine with his famous Clay Pomade, and how it came to be comparable to literally everything. Please subscribe where possible and share with your friends! Find me on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvCheck out Arcadian Grooming here: https://www.arcadiangrooming.comFind my Brand of handmade hair products: https://dauntlessgrooming.com 

Today we will hear from two of the nicest guys in the hair game-Adam & Jake of Samson's Haircare! They will share all about how Samson's came into existence, and the importance of having faith, both in yourself, and your business. Please subscribe where possible and share with your friends! Find me on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvCheck out Samson's here: https://samsonshaircare.comFind my Brand of handmade hair products: https://dauntlessgrooming.com 

In todays episode, I sit down with Robert Watkins of The Mailroom Barber! This brand has an incredibly interesting backstory that you will not want to miss! Please subscribe where possible and share with your friends! Find me on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvCheck out The mailroom barber here: https://www.themailroombarberco.com Find my Brand of handmade hair products: https://dauntlessgrooming.com 

In todays episode, I sit down with Kathy Shell of Lodestar Grooming! I hadn't ever had the pleasure of talking with Kathy before this episode, so I spent the time learning about her background, and journey to creating Lodestar, and how she came up with her popular formulas! Please subscribe where possible and share with your friends! Find me on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvCheck out Lodestar Grooming- https://lodestargrooming.comFind my Brand of handmade hair products: https://dauntlessgrooming.com 

In todays episode, I sit down with Cody Wade Branson of Flagship Pomade! Here Cody shares with us some stories from Flagship's early days, some of the changes in the pomade community, and his approach to reformulations and product updates. Please subscribe where possible and share with your friends! Find me on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvCheck out Flagship Pomade- https://flagshippomade.comFind my Brand of handmade hair products: https://dauntlessgrooming.com 

In todays episode, I sit down with Edwin Carson of Pomps Not Dead Pomade! We talk about everything from how he created his brand, his background, barber school, and his formula for running a stress free business. Please subscribe where possible and share with your friends! Find me on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvCheck out Pomps Not Dead Pomade- https://www.pompsnotdeadpomade.comFind my Brand of handmade hair products: https://dauntlessgrooming.com 

In todays episode, I sit down with Mr. Chris Templeton, of Templeton tonics! Here we talk about everything from how he created his brand, some struggles he experienced during his time running his business, and the time he almost dove in a river to save my falling drone... Please subscribe where possible and share with your friends! Find me on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvCheck out Templeton Tonics: https://www.templetontonics.comFind my Brand of handmade hair products: https://dauntlessgrooming.com 

Whats this podcast all about? Where did it come from? This trailer answers all of this and discusses what you can expect from this podcast. find me on YouTube! www.youtube.com/modernmantv 

In the debut episode of Behind The Brew: The Podcast I sit down with the Stache himself, Mr. Steve Lockhart to discuss the history behind Lockhart's Authentic, and how he found himself on the road to creating one of the best known Oil Based Pomades-Goon Grease! Find me on youtube: www.youtube.com/modernmantvCheck out Lockharts: https://lockhartsauthentic.comListen to The Opinionated Brit: https://theopinionatedbrit.podbean.com Find my Brand of handmade hair products: https://dauntlessgrooming.com