Around The Way Curls

In this week's episode, Shanti recaps her first Valentine's Day as a single lady while Antoinette asks for prayers for her cat Blue. Together, we acknowledge Philly for ranking the highest in the country for two outstanding reasons, share our mixed feelings about Fani Willis, recap Usher's Super Bowl performance, and discuss our reactions to Beyonce's newest country song releases. Join Us. Timesta...

Happy Valentine's Day Curmmunity! In this week's episode, Shanti decides to paint her apartment while Antoinette excitedly continues the journey of watching Game Of Thrones with someone who has never seen it. Together we play a game from the Queen of Desire - Esther Perel dedicated to the themes of sex and desire. Join us... NEW MERCH DROPPED Shop ATWC Merch: https://www.aroundthewaycurls.com/coll...

In this week's episode, the girls record early in the morning! Shanti shares her appreciation for everyone checking in on her mental well-being while Antoinette attends a gala where she is awarded for her incredible performance at work. Together we discuss parents serving time for their children's crimes, Shaun King's lifelong ban from Meta, Drake's leaked nude video, The Grammys, and Monique on C...

In this week's episode, Shanti encourages us to watch her new favorite series while Antoinette reflects on a listener's review. Together we discuss a TED talk by Brittany Cooper, The Racial Politics of Time where Brittany examines racism through the lens of time, showing us how historically it has been stolen from people of color, resulting in lost moments of joy and connection, lost years of heal...

In this week's episode, Shanti prepares for a job interview while Antoinette quietly supports Megan Thee Stallion the best way she knows how. Together we discuss social media platforms under fire by lawmakers, the US border crisis, and how Justin Timberlake's lack of self-awareness continues to make us cringe. Join us. Do you have a question or comment you'd like to share with us? Join us on Disco...

NEW MERCH JUST DROPPED! Shop ATWC Merch: https://www.aroundthewaycurls.com/collections In this week's episode, Shanti aims high for a job at the airport while Antoinette resists being indoctrinated into the culture at her current job. For our main topic, Shanti tries to get to the root of her dissociation and is lovingly redirected by Antoinette to approach "the work" with compassion and without j...

NEW MERCH JUST DROPPED! Shop ATWC Merch: https://www.aroundthewaycurls.com/collections In this week's episode, Shanti reveals the way to her heart while Antoinette manages disappointing others but doing what feels right for herself. Together we discuss Israel's recent negotiation rejections, Alabama's newest form of human execution, Tim Scott's buffoonery, and the controversy surrounding Dave Chap...

In this week's episode, we are joined by writer Joèl Leon. Together we discuss navigating personal liberation while holding space for a tumultuous world. How do we maintain a sense of self while empathizing with the world's struggles? Joel Leon is a  performer, author, and storyteller, born and raised in the Bronx  who writes and tells stories for Black people. Follow him here . Pre-orde...

In this week's episode, Shanti deepens her love of Broadway musicals while Antoinette recaps seeing her favorite author: Cole Arthur Riley in Philadelphia. Together, we discuss the current phenomena of young girls reaching puberty earlier, Yasiin Bay, Drake, and the tale of "so many SKUs", the Emmy winners, and Antoinette's beef with VladTV. Join us... Do you have a question or comment you'd like...

In this episode, Shanti wrestles with her inner voice as revealed to her by her "morning pages" and Antoinette reflects on a lesson in faith from her beloved Godson. Together and with the help of psychotherapist Esther Perel, they explore the Paradox of Security vs. Freedom within their personal and working relationship. This brings Shanti to a sort of revelation about partnership. Join us. Watch...

And we are back! Thank you for everyone's patience and welcome arms after we return from a much-needed break. Shanti shares her recent trip to Savannah GA and her new favorite genre of television: white women cult leaders, while Antoinette shares her vacation escapades and her new obsession with perfumes. Together, we kick off 2024 jam-packed with topics as we attempt to keep up with all that has...

WE'RE BACK FROM OUR BREAK WITH NEW EPISODES NEXT WEEK! This week Shanti has no updates while Antoinette tells us a love story gone wrong after shooting her shot at Trader Joe's. We are then joined by artist, writer, and dope human being, Joèl Leon for a conversation about reimagining co-parenting & intimate relationships. Join us. Follow Joèl: Twitter: @JoelakaMaG IG: iamjoelleon Do you have a...

In this episode, Antoinette gives us valuable information on how to survive the end of the world in your car while Shanti revels in JoJo being old enough to care more for herself so her momma can run in these here streets. The girls are then joined by a powerhouse, mother, impact strategist, and revolutionary, Toi Marie Smith. Together, they discuss the 6 requirements of capitalism and its effects...

In this week's episode, Shanti is inspired by Toni Morrison and wants to create "a place that feels like it is all hers" as she navigates nurturing her inner world and cultivating new hobbies. Antoinette leans into daily stretching and shares her attempt at a homemade ice bath that didn't go as planned. Together, we talk about projection after a recent conflict with one another. What is projection...

For this week's episode, Antoinette laments that her cat Blue may have disowned her while Shanti wants to know what the listeners' top 5 rapid questions would be to get to know a stranger. For the main topic, Shanti has recently been inspired by the work of authors Elizabeth Gilbert (Eat, Pray, Love + Big Magic) + Julia Cameron (The Artist's Way). Each author focuses on creativity and the transfor...

This is the last episode of the year! Join us as we share some of our best episodes of 2023 ranging from the funniest, and most impactful, to our favorite guests and best breakthroughs. We want to thank all of the amazing supporters of ATWC who have been rocking with us this year. We are so excited for what's ahead. Happy New Year and happy holidays to the ATWC curmmunity! Contact Us: Hotline: (21...

In one of our final episodes of this year Shanti shares her last accomplishment in her attempt to "look like herself" while Antoinette recaps her family Christmas party and her favorite cup of tea (literally). For our politics segment, we are joined by special guest Nehad Khader. As much as we wanted to end the year in love and light, we felt it important to continue to raise awareness about the c...

In this week's episode, Shanti moves closer to her birthday and is feeling tender while Antoinette shares her excitement about the coming movie premiere of The Color Purple. Together we answer a caller's questions about maintaining friendship while doing business. For our main topic, Antoinette asks Shanti some birthday questions to help usher her into a reflective new year. Join us. Wanna bless s...

In this week's episode, Shanti attends a gala and is seated with retail royalty while Antoinette ruminates over the theory of predator and prey. For politics, we discuss the recent charges against a woman in Ohio who miscarried and the global panic button pressed by UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres demanding a cease-fire action from Israel in Gaza. Together we discuss the taboo love affair of...

In this week's episode, Shanti is humbled by her yearly Spotify wrapped while Antoinette learns more about consent in conversation with a male friend. Together, we catch up with the curmmunity and listen to callers' voicemails bringing voice to some of your questions, concerns, and general comments. Contact Us: Hotline: (215) 948-2780 Discord: https://discord.gg/4hRQbTkB Email: aroundthewaycu...

In this week's episode, Shanti mentally spirals as her birthday nears while Antoinette recounts bearing witness to Sir. Marvelous's care and sexual healing at a sex club. For politics as usual, Antoinette explains the New York Survivors Act and the misconceptions around sexual misconduct civil suits. For pop culture, we share our thoughts on Beyonce's Renaissance movie premiere look & the clai...

Yall, We did not record the week of Thanksgiving and took a much needed break to be with friends, family and each other. Enjoy this reprise. We'll be back next week:) Shanti pours herself a drank (or 3) while Antoinette takes an edible before the chaos begins... The episode starts seriously with Antoinette sharing her frustrations about the men she is attracting (Shanti does her best to keep it to...

In this week's episode, Shanti and Antoinette are joined by our beloved listener Leo. Leo shares his perspectives on moving past the polarizing expectations that men and women put on one another to gain more love and connection in our intimate relationships and friendships. Join us... Follow Leo: IG & TikTok: @MINDOFMCAFEEJR Contact Us: Hotline: (215) 948-2780 Email: aroundthewaycurls@gmail.co...

In this week's episode, Shanti gets ready for Philly's Christmas Village while Antoinette dives into Britney Spear's new book, The Woman In Me . Together, we discuss the seemingly pointless adoption of ethics codes by The Supreme Court and the opposing narratives of Israel and Palestine (some would say Hamas) war in the news. For pop culture, we share our thoughts on Andre 3000's upcoming album an...

In this week's podcast Shanti shouts out the curmunnity and feels grateful while Antoinette attempts to not feel intimidated when dating fancy men. For our main topics we discuss the abusive allegations unfolding involving Keke Palmer and her child's father Darrius and we share our thoughts about Jidenna's recent interview on "Style Like You" in which he talks about masculinity and his past of man...