Paul Mitchell Editorial Director @NoogieThai is a renowned platform artist and master educator, known not only for his passion and mad skills in hairstyling and design, but also for his winning personality, sense of humor and—simply put—joyful presence. Noogie shares his life's journey, from the early struggles he and his family faced as immigrants to becoming a globe-trotting member of the iconic JPMS team. We discuss the unvarnished truth of life on the road as an educator, overcoming adversity and getting through the pandemic.