By Alex York and Zoya Hasan, Forbes Staff Follow ‘Under 30 Podcast’: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeTop Under 30 Podcast is the must-watch show for anyone young and ambitious building from the ground up. We go beyond the headlines and into the details, unpacking what it really took to go from zero to 50, then 100, and beyond. Hear from some of the most successful founders, actors and musicians featured on the iconic Forbes Under 30 list, as well as the industry veterans, investors and mentors who helped shape their journeys. Real stories, hard-earned lessons and practical insights from the people who have done it. Plus, we make it fun.About The Hosts: Alex York and Zoya Hasan are editors of the Forbes 30 Under 30 list, covering the emerging businesses, brands and founders shaping our economy today. From AI unicorns and drone manufacturers to media empires and cult-followed consumer brands, they put a new spin on business news. Both joined Forbes in 2023, and are New York University alumni.VicBlendsFrom Mom’s Garage To Global Fame: How VicBlends Built A Cultural Barbering EmpireIn this flagship episode of The Under 30 Podcast, hosts Alex York and Zoya Hasan sit down for a transparent conversation with master barber and entrepreneur Vic Blends. He shares his incredible business trajectory, going from cutting hair in his mom's garage to styling global icons like Barack Obama and Tom Brady. Beyond the viral milestones, Vic opens up about the hidden financial pressures of rapid scaling, including a six-figure IRS bill that nearly derailed his entire operation.