Around The Way Curls

In this week's episode, we are joined by facilitator, coach, and creator of "Conveaux" - Dani Baughan. Together we explore the business of marriage. Is marriage a business contract or a declaration of love? When do we begin to discuss finances with our potential partners? Are we obligated to pay for bonus children? Do we split everything 50/50? Does love conquer all including poor credit? Join us....

In episode 207, Antoinette reveals her revelations after having her first panic attack and it brings her to a new level of honesty. Shanti is prepping for the holidays and is pissed because no one sent her the name of the brown lip Erykah Badu is wearing. Together, they discuss resenting motherhood, the decriminalization of marijuana, "White Lives Matter" - ing, and why we should congratulate coup...

In this week's episode we talk about our relationship with giving and receiving help. How has society taught us to engage with people who need help? When do we decide we can't help someone and they are a "lost cause"? And most importantly how do we ask for help from others? How often is asking for our needs to be met attached to shame and feelings of failure? Join us. Do you have a question or com...

In this episode, Shanti laments after the realization that Philly is wildly segregated while Antoinette's plants teach her yet another life lesson. Together, they examine the authenticity of governments like Cuba's uplifting LGBTQIA families and brands such as M&Ms deep diving into DE&I work. Finally, we discuss Netflix's ethical or unethical approach to the new Jeffrey Dahmer show, transr...

In this episode, Shanti commits herself to a white woman regimen while Antoinette shares the tragic aftermath of appearing on "The Pineapple Show". Together, we respond to a caller who thinks Shanti's "brown privilege card" should be revoked, while another caller accuses us of aging ourselves. For our main topic, we discuss touch deprivation, our personal experience with it, & the general effe...

In this week's episode, Shanti asks the community to rally around a dear friend in need while Antoinette tires from hearing herself talk after recording 3 podcasts in 1 week! Together, we kiki about Atlanta, GOT, and A Different World. For politics we offer resources for Puerto Rico, discuss the crisis in Iran and beg the question: Is there such thing as an equitable billionaire? For pop culture,...

We realized we didn't properly celebrate our 200th episode and we thought what better way to do that than with you? So, listen in as we play and respond to a TON of voicemails. You MAY just hear yourself. Love yall and thank you for rocking with us. Do you have a question or comment you'd like to share with us? Call in! Leave a message! Hotline: (215) 948-2780 Email: aroundthewaycurls@gmail.com Pa...

We return from our brief break with some Kiki energy! We catch up on our separate break activities and dive into all things pop culture + politics. We talk about the Mississippi water crisis, Joe Biden helping strike a deal for the railroads, well deserved (and not so well deserved) Emmy wins, Kim K being the "victim and the villain" and new music from both Ari Lennox + Jazmine Sullivan. Join us....

We are still taking a break from our norm and avoiding heavy/loaded/triggering topics like the plague. Enjoy our attempt at having a lighter conversation while we shoot the sh*t, talk Serena Williams, Stacey Dash, DMX, and how we do NOT envy children growing up in today's world. Join us... Keep in mind, this episode was recorded before the allegations were made against Tiffany Haddish and Aries Sp...

We need a break from our "More Questions Than Answers" weekly drop because self-work is hard. We'll bring the soul work back this week. Until then, tune into another 'Ki-Ki' episode where Shanti talks about her first sex club experience and Antoinette reveals the official pronunciation of the Gawd, Maryam Hasnaa's name. Together, we discuss Shein's latest failure when it comes to business ethics,...

In this KiKi episode, we uplift the genius that is Areeayl Goodwin of Home by Areeayl for our hot shit segment. She talks about her journey of getting her jewelry on Beyonce and having her collections released by Macy's. Together, we carry on about the death of R+B, quiet quitting, AI black face and the recent student loan forgiveness by Joe Biden. Join us. Follow Areeayl at IG: @homebyareeayl Sho...

We are back for another 'More Questions Than Answers" episode! Inspired by the Boston Review article, Nine Ways That Capitalism Is Ruining Sex, Shanti and Antoinette deep dive into the relationship between capitalism and sex. Join us! Boston Review Article:https://bostonreview.net/articles/nine-ways-that-capitalism-is-ruining-sex/ This is the link for the Spotify Episode on The Daily. The episode...

In episode 195, Shanti and Antoinette are joined by fellow Philly podcasters Amirah and Joshua of Disruptors of the Culture podcast. Together, we explore folks who are currently making their mark on the culture and question whether or not we should be preserving or disrupting it. Join us. Follow Disruptors of the Culture here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disruptors-in-the-culture/id15012...

In this "More Questions Than Answers" episode we tap into the world of the "woo woo" and practice a self-reflection full moon ritual together guided by these questions. These are monthly reflections that we can all participate in and reflect on! Join us. Prompts to consider + share: What did I welcome into my life in these past 2 weeks? What change do I want to see in my life? I am proud of steppi...

In this "Kiki" episode Antoinette anticipates the arrival of her mom for the weekend while Shanti sits with the fact that she now has a 12 year old. Together we discuss the upsurge of lonely men, the hurt inner child of Irv Gotti, and our concern for Chrisean. For politics, Antoinette defends her boo Biden and all his recent accomplishments in the White House. Join us... Do you have a question or...

In another "more questions than answers' episode, we discuss what it means to be meticulously honest in our relationships. Do you find yourself telling little white lies? Do you withhold how you really feel in the name of "protecting others' feelings? What's the root cause? What may be the consequence of that? Join us... Do you have a question or comment you'd like to share with us? Call in! Leave...

In this week's "kiki" episode, Shanti shares an unpopular opinion while Antoinette explains her new beef with Apple. They get into pop culture and may or may not think the flood is coming sooner rather than later. They are also joined by Jamesa Bailey, Director of Black Campaigns for Planned Parenthood. Join us for another episode of Around the Way Curls. Get Activated in Women's Reproductive Righ...

In this points-to-ponder episode, we have more questions than answers per usual. Join us as we divulge whether or not we dim our light to make others feel comfortable or if it is to make ourselves feel comfortable. We ask, why do we go through life, as hard as it is, to simply shrink & become invisible? Do you have a question or comment you'd like to share with us? Call in! Leave a message! Ho...

In this ki-ki episode, we of course talk all things Beyonce and discuss whether or not she's a villain or the second coming of Christ. We also talk Ne-Yo lying to Antoinette (& his wife), Will Smith's arch, Jonathan Majors cheating on Shanti and white women. Join us. Do you have a question or comment you'd like to share with us? Call in! Leave a message! Hotline: (215) 948-2780 Email: aroundth...

In this episode, Shanti prepares for JOJO to go back to school while Antoinette weighs her influencing options. Together, we catapult into pop culture - discussing Monique reuniting with both Lee Daniels and Netflix, Antoinette shares another unpopular opinion regarding the church, & Shanti has empathy for the infamous "Pink Sauce lady". Finally, we land on climate change and the end of the wo...

In this "meat and potatoes" episode Shanti brings to the table her recent inspirations from the book "Conscious Loving - The Journey to Co-Commitment". In learning the difference between co-commitment and codependency, Antoinette and Shanti discuss the co-dependent patterns in their friendship and re-commit to creating a more dynamic, honest relationship. Join us. Book Reference = Conscious Loving...

In this week's episode, Shanti gives her updates about feeling old as hell and finally liking Blue (Ant's cat), while Antoinette shares her recent guest podcasting spots interviewing famous folks while disliking certain well-intentioned but seemingly backhanded compliments. Together, we share our takes on the most recent happenings in pop culture and politics such as Kevin Hart's interview with Ja...

In this episode, we get straight to the main topic! We respond to a listener's DM who is currently raising biracial children and looking for insight into how better help them interface with society and feel grounded in their identities. Together, we share our experiences within our own family dynamics of being raised by Black fathers and White mothers and what tools and practices we wished our par...

In episode 185, Shanti discusses her love for murder mysteries & her disdain for Ant's cat Blue, while Antoinette fills us in on her brief trip to LA. We unintentionally showcase white excellence while discussing Rory's new album/single, the brilliant podcast, "Dissect" and while weighing in on this year's Emmy nominations. Together, we dissect the newest executive order concerning reproductiv...

In episode 184 Shanti decides to begin her search for a new location to live as Philly loses its hold on her, while Antoinette explores the west coast on vacation in L.A. Together, we discuss the recent BET Awards, the mass shootings spread across America during Independence Day, and another death of a Black man by police. For our main topic, take inventory of our distractions and our priorities....