Around The Way Curls

Episodes

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  Ep 512. Nolan Wells, The Cornell 57, & Nikole Hannah-Jones 05.10.2026 2h 46m

  In this week’s episode, we catch up on the latest developments in the Nolan Wells case and unpack the questions that remain. We also discuss the rape allegations involving the Cornell 7 and the broader conversations the case raises around power, accountability, and whose stories are believed.Then, we turn to Nikole Hannah-Jones’ recent New York Times article and wrestle with the questions it raises about race, education, and what we place our faith in for safety, security, and legacy. Join us.Contact Us:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: [email protected]: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls for exclusive videos & bonus episodes See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Ep 511. The Tension of Wanting Two Opposing Things 28.09.2026 1h 33m

  In this episode, Shanti finds reprieve from life's demands by remembering the life and legacy of Maya Angelou. We flow freely in this episode as we answer callers' questions about when to leave a relationship and wrestle with the tension of wanting two opposing things at the same time. Join us...Contact Us:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: [email protected]: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls for exclusive videos & bonus episodes See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Ep 510. Ed Sheeran Exposed, Lindsay Clancy Juror Doxed, Jasmine Crockett + Chris Brown 21.09.2026 1h 51m

  This week, Shanti recovers from an argument while Antoinette prepares for Virgo season. Together, we discuss the recent doxxing of a juror in the Lindsay Clancy case, the unfolding Ed Sheeran and Macklemore tour controversy, and Jasmine Crockett choosing Chris Brown over her civic duty. Join us...Contact Us:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: [email protected]: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls for exclusive videos & bonus episodes See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Ep 509. Beyonce's Box, Fat Joe's Blackness + BiBi's BullSh*t 14.09.2026 2h

  In this week's episode, we discuss Beyoncé's most recent limited-edition "B'Day"20th anniversary album release, and Fat Joe's Black identity crisis. For politics, we discuss A. I apocalypse and Netanyahu's alleged betrayal. Join us...Contact Us:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: [email protected]: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls for exclusive videos & bonus episodes See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Ep 508. We're Back & We Apologize 07.09.2026 1h 45m

  We’re back from break! This week, we catch up on life, our return to Spotify, and get into everything we missed while we were away.In politics, we unpack the Democratic Party’s condemnation of the Democratic Socialists of America while seemingly turning a blind eye to the recent disrespect directed at Senate nominee Angie Nixon. Then, in pop culture, we try to understand how anyone could believe alleged scammer Daejon Love and untangle Raven-Symoné’s increasingly confusing takes on identity. Join us...Contact Us:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: [email protected]: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls for exclusive videos & bonus episodes See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Reprise: Ep 467. Cardi B & Respectability Politics 31.08.2026 1h 7m

  For this episode, Shanti opens the show solo, responding to listener voicemails about culture gatekeeping and fashion. For our main topic, Antoinette returns, and we unpack how respectability politics shape our views of Cardi B—and what that says about us. Join us...Contact Us:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: [email protected]: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls for exclusive videos & bonus episodes See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Reprise: Ep 435. So Good, I Might Self Sabotage. 24.08.2026 56m

  Love is scary as F%&C*
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  Reprise Ep 401. Navigating Love With A Child 17.08.2026 1h 14m

  In this episode, Shanti talks about the recent girl's trip in ATL and her growing love for Bad Bunny while Antoinette considers how she will emotionally manage the next four years with Trump as President. After answering caller voicemails, we dive into our main topic. Shanti shares the conflicting roles of being both a mother and a lover. Together they work through her personal struggles with compartmentalization, communication, and a fear of failing her daughter. Antoinette creates a safe space, and offers advice to help invite more open dialogue and authenticity for Shanti to embody as both a mother and lover. Join us...Contact Us:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: [email protected]: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls for exclusive videos & bonus episodes See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Ep 507. Don't Get Fat, Filter Faces and Partner Pressures 10.08.2026 1h 23m

  In this episode, we respond to brilliance from the interwebs. We discuss the added preoccupation of losing weight to a life already full of responsibilities, and the growing craze of everyone looking the same through plastic surgery and the psychosis of "filter faces", and finally, we attempt to heed the wisdom of an elder to "let your partner be who they are". Is that possible? Join us....Contact Around The Way Curls:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: [email protected]: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Ep 506: Nolan Wells Misinformation, Iran on the Offense, A New Black Panther + Shanti Sports 03.08.2026 1h 48m

  In this week's episode, Antoinette returns from a week of travel and fun - sick while Shanti considers joining an improv class. Together, we discuss the recent updates and legal constraints of the Nolan Wells case, and Iran on the offensive. For pop culture, LeBron James comes to Philly, and do we approve of the new Black Panther? Join us...Contact Around The Way Curls:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: [email protected]: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Ep 505. Like-ability Politics: Amanda Seales, Mamdani + Trump Ft Marquise Davon 27.07.2026 1h 24m

  In this week's episode, Antoinette is sick, so Shant is joined by Marquise Davon. Together, we discuss what teenagers need from their parents most in this modern age, and for politics, we discuss the recent developments between Iran and the US, and Mamdani's address to the ICC. For pop culture, we get into Amanda Seales' exclusion from the coming "Insecure" tours. Does she deserve to be with the cast for the sake of the art? Or is she bad for business? Join us...Follow Marquise DavonWebsiteOn InstagramListen to Keepin’ It a Bean: https://open.spotify.com/show/0TLiEa76zwUKyf4t2OM1T9 Support his work: https://www.patreon.com/marquisedavon Shop Leroy’s Blend: https://collabs.shop/aw5rxbContact Around The Way Curls:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: [email protected]: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Ep 504. Breakups Aren't a Failure, I'm Grateful 20.07.2026 1h 31m

  In this week’s episode, Shanti enters the teenage version of the “terrible twos,” while Antoinette discovers that a fully booked summer. Oddly enough, we agree with J.Lo’s recent take on relationships, debate Young Miami’s lyrics and India.Arie’s thoughts on mainstream music, and ask whether the sounds we consume truly influence us, or whether we only care when the message makes us uncomfortable. Finally, we discuss the irony of biohacker Bryan Johnson receiving a recent diagnosis after dedicating millions of dollars to not dying. Join us...Contact Around The Way Curls:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: [email protected]: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Ep 503. Dems Do It Again, Justice for Nolan Wells + Surviving Jay Z Extra Innings 14.07.2026 2h 17m

  In this week's episode, we recount our time at the exhaustingly epic time at Jay's final Yankee Stadium performance, "Extra Innings". For politics, we discuss the democrats fumbling yet again to secure a solid candidate for a very important election in Maine's coming midterm elections, as well as the unfolding story around the death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells and what does safety look like in a world that protects whiteness. Join us.Contact Around The Way Curls:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: [email protected]: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Ep 502. It’s America’s Birthday, So Let’s Revisit Palestine 06.07.2026 2h 4m

  We are taking a little break this week! Enjoy a little Holiday banter and revisit one of our most popular and important episodes.Contact Around The Way Curls:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: [email protected]: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Ep 501. Oprah Can't Be Trusted, Whitney, Clive + Mamdani 29.06.2026 1h 14m

  This week, Shanti and Antoinette catch up on hard conversations, Facebook Marketplace addiction, protein goals and what qualifies as kinky. For politics, Antoinette breaks down Zohran Mamdani’s growing influence in New York and what recent progressive wins could mean for the Democratic establishment.For pop culture, the ladies discuss Oprah’s comments about Whitney Houston, Clive Davis’s complicated legacy, why Ben Savage may have ghosted his Boy Meets World castmates, a fake Britney Spears quote and the queer yearning in Sister Act. Join us.Contact Around The Way Curls:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: [email protected]: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Ep 500. The Art of the (Trash) Deal ft. Trump & Jay- Z + Sprinkles Slavery & Subservience ft. David Oyelowo 22.06.2026 2h

  This week, we celebrate the 500th episode of Around the Way Curls! Together, we reflect on the work we’ve done, the community we’ve built, and the journey that brought us here.In politics, we discuss Trump’s ghetto White House celebration and the U.S.–Iran peace deal. In pop culture, we unpack Jay-Z’s exclusive Target deal, Eve’s Tiny Desk performance, and the latest round of internet diaspora wars between Africans and Black Americans.Join us as we celebrate this milestone, revisit the journey, and get into this week’s mess.In collaboration with The CultureLP Disney’s Encanto In Concert, presented by the New York Philharmonic, runs June 18–21 at David Geffen Hall.Ticket Link: https://bit.ly/EncantoclpContact Around The Way Curls:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: [email protected]: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Ep 499. Getting On this Girl's Nerves: Crash Out Edition 15.06.2026 1h 27m

  Shanti enters her rock phase as she crushes on a rising punk rock star, while Antoinette defends this new generation of “aunties and uncles.” Together, we crash out over Keke Palmer and the Hot Ones white man, question whether Young M.A misrepresents the queer community, debate the Knicks vs. the Spurs, unpack the lost art of women setting each other up well, and discuss Pam Grier’s orgasms that last for days. Join us.Contact Around The Way Curls:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: [email protected]: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Ep 498. The Roots Remember Even When The Trees Pretend 08.06.2026 1h 45m

  In this week's episode, Shanti recognizes her business's growth while Antoinette sees her breasts with new eyes. Together, we discuss Trump cussing out Netanyahu, and the recent verdict of the Rick Chow case that left a 14-year-old boy murdered. For pop culture, we dive into Jay Z's historic performance in Philly, his freestyle, and the demented response from Dame Dash. Join us...In collaboration with The CultureLP Disney’s Encanto In Concert, presented by the New York Philharmonic, runs June 18–21 at David Geffen Hall. Ticket Link: https://bit.ly/EncantoclpContact Around The Way Curls:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: [email protected]: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Ep 497. The Effects of Being Raised in a Low-Effort Family 01.06.2026 1h 13m

  What happens when the people who are supposed to show up for you only do the bare minimum? In this episode, we explore the lasting impact of growing up in a low-effort family, where emotional support is scarce, communication is inconsistent, and relationships feel transactional rather than nurturing. Join us.*Giveaway * Disney’s Encanto In ConcertIn collaboration with The CultureLP Disney’s Encanto In Concert, presented by the New York Philharmonic, runs June 18–21 at David Geffen Hall.Ticket Link: https://bit.ly/EncantoclpContact Us:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: [email protected] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Ep 496. The Black Vote + Adams Apples Are Under Attack 25.05.2026 1h 42m

  In this week's episode, Antoinette returns to the pod. She shares her recent surgery experience while Shanti prepares for festival season. Together, we discuss Trump's version of reparations as well as the recent blow to America's Voting RIght's Act from the Supreme Court. We lament the loss of Adam's Apples amongst men, and share our thoughts on the announced castings of Josephine Baker and Betty Boop movies. Join us...Contact Around The Way Curls:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: [email protected]: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.