Tatter-a-fact® PMU Podcast
Episodes
82 episodes
Chapter 3: The Girl Who Didn't Feel Smart
For years, Teryn Darling believed she wasn't smart enough.Not because anyone ever told her she wasn't—but because she struggled in school and quietly allowed grades to define her worth.In Chapter 3 of Tatter-a-fact: The Story S...
Chapter 2: The Girl Who Wanted Her Own Money
Long before Girlz Ink. Before PMU. Before pigments, podcasts, stages, mentorship, and entrepreneurship... there was a kid in Maine trying to figure out how to make her own money. In Chapter 2 of Tatter-a-fact: The Story Series, Tery...
I Thought I Wasn't Smart: The Childhood Story That Shaped Everything | Chapter 1: The Red Wagon
Chapter 1: The Red WagonI spent years believing I wasn't smart.I thought smart people got good grades.I thought smart people were in accelerated classes.I thought smart people understood math and science.<...
The PMU Education Gap No One Talks About | Why Artists Struggle With Healed Results, TAF #125
Why do so many permanent makeup artists still struggle with inconsistent healed results, even after investing in training?In this episode of the Tatter-a-Fact PMU Podcast, Teryn Darling is joined by special guest Rose Pr...
Microblading, Nano Brows & PMU Misinformation: What Artists Need to Know | TAF #124
In this episode of the Tatter-a-fact PMU Podcast, Teryn Darling sits down with award-winning PMU artist and educator Brittany Wallins to talk about the controversy surrounding microblading in today’s permanent makeup industry....
PMU Reality Check: Pigments, Technique & Truth | TAF #123
In this episode of the Tatter-a-f6act PMU Podcast, Teryn Darling sits down with Marielle Rebecca of BROWHAUS INK for an honest, no-fluff conversation about the realities of permanent makeup.They break down client expectatio...
PMU Pigments, Laser Removal & Aged Results | TAF #121
In this episode of the Tatter-a-fact PMU Podcast, Teryn Darling sits down with internationally respected PMU educator Alex Mechenici for a powerful, science-driven conversation every permanent makeup artist needs to hear.
Mindset, Money & the PMU Economy: How Artists Survive (and Thrive) During a Slowdown | TAF #120
In Episode #120 of Tatter-a-Fact, Girlz Ink founder Teryn Darling returns with Part 2 of a powerful, honest conversation on mindset, money, and navigating economic slowdowns in the permanent makeup industry.If...
The PMU Slowdown: Staying Strong, Visible & Profitable in a Tough Economy | TAF #119
Is business slow in the permanent makeup industry right now?You’re not imagining it and you’re not alone.In Episode 119 of the Tatter-a-Fact Podcast, Teryn Darling is joined by Sarah from Girlz Ink for an honest, grounded conv...
Inside Medical Tattooing: Areolas, Camouflage & FTM Work with Candice Falcon | TAF #118
In this powerful episode of Tatter-a-Fact, Teryn sits down with Candice Falcon, an industry leader in medical tattooing, 3D areola restoration, scar camouflage, and FTM gender-affirming tattoo work. Candice shares her art...
PMU Unfiltered: Pigments, Needles & Dark Lip Truths with Carla Ricciardone | TAF #117
In this episode of Tatter-a-Fact, Teryn Darling sits down with Carla Ricciardone of Sculpted Studios, global PMU educator, color-theory expert, and pioneer of dark lip neutralization for a powerful and unfiltered con...
The Truth About Oily Skin + Introducing D’Oil™ | TAF #116
In TAF #116, Teryn breaks down one of the BIGGEST struggles in Permanent Makeup: oily skin — and why it affects stretch, grip, pigment implantation, numbing absorption, and ultimately… your healed results.For 25 year...
The No-B.S. Truth About PMU with Robin Hays Velez (32 Years Behind the Needle) | TAF #115
In this episode, Teryn Darling sits down with industry veteran Robin Hays Velez, a PMU artist with over 32 years of experience, to talk about what it really takes to last in permanent makeup. From pigments and need...
The Truth About Tattooed Freckles in PMU - TAF #107
In this powerful episode of the Tatter-a-Fact PMU Podcast, Teryn Darling sits down with Jessica Ashley of Stunna Beauty to talk about one of the most debated procedures in the permanent makeup world: tattooed freckles.From ...
4 Years, One Vision: The Story Behind The Pendulum | TAF #106
In this episode of the Tatter-a-Fact PMU Podcast, host Teryn Darling sits down with Katri Pagliaro, a permanent makeup artist and first-time inventor who’s making BIG waves in the industry. After four years of passion, pr...
How to Use ChatGPT to Grow Your PMU Business | TAF #105
Are you tired of staring at a blank screen trying to write Instagram captions or brainstorm content ideas for your PMU business? What if AI could help you show up consistently, attract your dream clients, and build your brand—all while saving t...
Studio Ownership, Burnout & Staying Grounded in PMU with Shay Danielle | TAF #104
In this raw and real episode, Teryn Darling sits down with PMU educator and artist Shay Danielle to talk about what it really takes to build longevity in the permanent makeup industry.They dive into the highs and l...
Taxes, Retirement & Wealth-Building Tips for PMU Artists
In this throwback episode of the Tatter-a-Fact PMU Podcast, Teryn Darling sits down with her long-time tax advisor and friend, Mark Rizzo—a tax pro who actually loves taxes (yes, really!). They dive deep into real-world money advice every perma...
Struggling with Lip Tattooing? What You Need to Know with Kerry Welstead | TAF #98
💄 Struggling with lip tattooing? You're not alone! In this episode of Tatter-a-Fact PMU Podcast, I sit down with Kerry Welstead, a true expert in lip tattooing, to share insights on achieving stunning, long-lasting results with less trauma....
Overcoming Fear, Neurodiversity & Growth in PMU with Zoe Braun | TAF #97
In this episode of the Tatter-a-Fact PMU Podcast, Teryn Darling sits down with Zoe Braun, a PMU artist with a background in finance and engineering, to talk about how she overcame introversion, fear, and neurodiversity to build a successful car...
Insights from Industry Experts! - Best Of Compilation Part 2 | #95
Back by popular demand! 🌟 Our second "Best Of" compilation episode brings you more standout moments from our incredible guests. Dive deeper into the world of permanent makeup as top PMU artists and industry leaders share their expertise, person...
Episode #94: Fan Favorites – The Best of Tatter-a-Fact
🎉 Welcome to Season 5 of the Tatter-a-Fact PMU Podcast! 🎉We're kicking off this season with an incredible Best Of episode, featuring some of the most inspiring, thought-provoking, and hilarious moments from the past four seasons...
Unveiling the OMG Brow Pigments | TAF #87
In this episode of the Tatter-a-Fact PMU Podcast, I’m excited to introduce you to the OMG Brow Pigments, a project that’s been two years in the making. I’ll walk you through the journey of creating these four incredible pigments, designed for q...
Mentorship, Growth, and the PMU Industry with Valerie Weber | TAF #86
🎙️In this episode of Tatter-a-fact, I sit down with Valerie Weber, a longtime colleague and fellow trainer in the permanent makeup industry. We dive into over 16 years of shared experiences, from early career challenges to becoming respected me...
Paramedical Tattooing with Sherah Juarez | TAF #85
🎙️In this episode, I sit down with Sherah Juarez, a talented artist and trainer in the PMU and paramedical tattooing space. Sherah shares her inspiring journey into the world of paramedical tattooing, and we dive deep into when it’s the right t...