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The Art of Braids

Karyne Tinord

Booking Overview

The Art of Braids helps braid professionals turn their craft into a profitable business, with practical, business-focused guidance from founder Karyne Tinord. Guest episodes highlight braider entrepreneurs and long-tenured stylists, emphasizing community, systems, financial literacy, and sustainable growth.

Metrics

Episodes: 151

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: < 100

Gender skew: Female

Listener location: USA

Instagram: 3.9k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

karynetinord@gmail.com

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Host

Karyne Tinord - Host, founder/CEO, and “Braid Extraordinaire.” Former bargain braider turned CEO, she educates braid entrepreneurs on painless methods for better client servicing while building a lucrative, scalab...

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

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Typical Credentials:  
Professional braiders/hairstylists, braid-business owners, salon/academy founders, industry operators with demonstrable client/business results; experts with practical experience in operations, pricing, systems, and community-building.
Required Achievements:  
Founded or led braid/salon communities or organizations, Built a recognized or differentiated beauty brand/model, Demonstrated longevity in the beauty industry (e.g., 10+ years; ~30+ years for some guests), Developed frameworks/systems for client servicing, business scaling, or financial literacy

Recent Guest Discussions

Brittney Ogike - Braidhouse Vision And Origin; Community-first, Braider-first Salon Model; Resources And Respect For Braiders; Building A Nationwide Braiding Business; Industry Transformation.

Gabrielle Corney - Career Realities In Hairstyling; Adapting Creativity Across Environments; Navigating The Business Side Of Beauty; Burnout And Self-care; Authenticity And Staying Relevant; Financial Literacy; Boundaries.

Recent Topics

Braiding, Beauty, Entrepreneurship, Salon, Leadership

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
The Art of Braids
:

#149 Art of Braids: The Science behind Protective Styles with Etsub Tolossa

September 29, 2026

In this episode, Etsub Tolossa, a biochemistry graduate and textured hairstylist, shares how her scientific background influences her approach to protective styling. She discusses hair chemistry, scalp health, and practical tips for maintaining healthy hair while in protective styles. keywordshair chemistry, protective styles, scalp health, biochemistry, black hair care, hair education, hair tips, hair science key  topicsHair chemistry and pH balanceImpact of products with sulfates and chemic...

#148 The Business of Braids: Inside the Vision of BraidHouse with Brittney Ogike

March 12, 2026

Brittney Ogike, founder of BraidHouse, shares her journey from launching a beauty supply to creating a community-focused, braider-first salon in Los Angeles. Discover how her innovative model supports braiders, elevates the art of braiding, and aims to transform the industry nationwide.About Brittney Ogike:As the Founder of BraidHouse, the first nationwide community built exclusively for professional braiders, Brittney has made it her mission to give braiders the spaces, resources, and respec...

#147 Solo Art of Braids: From Braider to Boss: Mastering the CEO Mindset in Beauty

February 26, 2026

In this episode, Karen reflects on her journey from a hairstylist to a business owner, emphasizing the importance of shifting from a technician to a CEO mindset. She shares insights on creating products, building systems, and scaling a beauty business for long-term success.

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Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
The Art of Braids
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How do I get in touch with The Art of Braids?

The Art of Braids is hosted by Karyne Tinord. Its publicly listed email is karynetinord@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for The Art of Braids?

The publicly listed email for The Art of Braids: karynetinord@gmail.com.

How many listeners does The Art of Braids have?

Podseeker estimates The Art of Braids reaches fewer than 100 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Art of Braids?

The Art of Braids typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Professional braiders/hairstylists, braid-business owners, salon/academy founders, industry operators with demonstrable client/business results; experts with practical experience in operations, pricing, systems, and community-building. Common among recent guests: Founded or led braid/salon communities or organizations; Built a recognized or differentiated beauty brand/model; Demonstrated longevity in the beauty industry (e.g., 10+ years; ~30+ years for some guests). Recent guests include Brittney Ogike and Gabrielle Corney.

How hard is it to get booked on The Art of Braids?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does The Art of Braids cover?

Recent episodes cover Braiding, Beauty, Entrepreneurship, Salon, and Leadership. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

karynetinord@gmail.com

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