Big Fish, Small Pond | Episode IV

In the Season One finale of Uncoiled, host Jameelah reflects on what it truly takes to build a thriving business in the Black salon industry. From starting as a mobile stylist to becoming a community leader, she shares lessons on mindset, networking, and entrepreneurship—reminding us that your zip code is not your ceiling.Listen to S1 at thedcobrand.com/uncoiled

For as long as I've been alive, and even before, natural hair care has been about management, taming, controlling, and containing. What if this year we shifted the language to honoring? What does it look like to honor your hair? Honoring means listening to your texture instead of fighting it.thedcobrand.com/uncoiled

In this episode of Uncoiled, we speak directly to the stylist about the difference between running a salon for appearance versus running one with genuine care. Sustainable success is rooted in authentic care, not simply a polished image. Luxury isn’t how it looks, it’s how it’s felt.thedcobrand.com/uncoiled

In the premiere episode of Uncoiled, “What’s Really At Stake?”, Jameelah Evans presents a current snapshot of the Black beauty industry. The episode begins with a reflection on salon legacy and cultural history, then examines the realities of today’s evolving beauty economy. It concludes with a forward-looking discussion on what is at risk if integrity and professionalism continue to decline and what becomes possible if the industry recommits to excellence, mentorship, and stewardship.Join us as we pull back the layers of the Black salon industry, working through the intersections of culture, business, and beauty. Listen and subscribe at thedcobrand.com.

Uncoiled pulls back the layers of the Black salon industry—working out the kinks of culture, business, and beauty. Hosted by Jameelah Evans, owner of TEXTURE Salon & Education and a dedicated advocate for authentic, thriving beauty, this podcast creates space for honest conversations and shared perspectives.Whether you’re a stylist, client, educator, or simply someone invested in the future of Black beauty,Uncoiled is produced by DCO in collaboration with Jameelah Evans and Texture Hair Care Center. We invite you to listen, share, and grow with us. We’re just at the surface.