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Author: Antoinette Lee & Shanti Mayers

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Rooted in friendship, humor, and self-actualization, Shanti and Antoinette are a differing, but dynamic duo who explore both the profound and the profane because #DualityIsAThing.



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First, we want to wish you a very Happy New Year! We hope your year started out smooth and steady and that 2026 behaves, but y'all's president is already cutting up, so it's giving the ghetto again.We also want to remind you that we are hosting 1 of 2 ATWC Community Calls TOMORROW, Saturday, 11am EST! We want and honestly NEED to hear directly from you, so we’re hosting a live call and inviting listeners to join us for an honest conversation about the future of the podcast.We’ll be talking about the kinds of content you want more of, what’s resonating (or not), and how we can make the show more sustainable for us as hosts so we can keep showing up and growing with intention.If you’ve ever had thoughts, ideas, or feedback you wanted to share, this is the time and space to do just that. Your voice truly matters to us.We hope you’ll join us.Join the call using this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85052566061Meeting ID: 850 5256 6061-Shanti and AntoinetteSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In episode 70, we begin with Shanti tapping into her inner Larry David while Antoinette may have found some answers to her recent health mysteries. In honor of March as "Women's History Month", we dive deeper into our pleasure activism with help from the brilliant Black minds of Audre Lorde and Adrienne Maree Brown confronting our own processing of pleasure and codings of the erotic. Join us….Call us: (215) 948-2780‬Subscribe and Rate! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/around-the-way-curls-podcast/id1440112847Listen to Neil Satton's 200: Pleasure Activism - Change that Nourishes You - with Adrienne Maree Brown here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QSP6s2ZEJJsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
DescriptionIn this episode, we are inspired by the recent conversation between podcaster Shannon Boodram and actress Cree Summer. Together, we dissect the dynamics of leadership in partnerships, the balance of masculine and feminine energies, and the challenges of relinquishing control in a relationship that lacks the safety to do so and how this lack of safety affects our notions of generosity, affection and respect. Join us...Contact Us:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: aroundthewaycurls@gmail.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls for exclusive videos & bonus episodesWatch full video of Shannon Bo and Cree Summer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-jES2iT2l4o&t=1658sSubscribe to Lovers By Shan here: https://www.youtube.com/@loversbyshanSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
We are celebrating 400 episodes! With the help of our listeners, we let loose with a completely unstructured, free-flowing episode. Together, we answer listener questions and talk about any and everything such as circumcision, The Star Spangled Banner, biblical prophesies, why female orgasms are better than males, the growth of our podcast, and our personal predictions for 2025. Join us for an Around The Way crash out...Contact Us:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: aroundthewaycurls@gmail.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls for exclusive videos & bonus episodesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This episode explores the complexities of womanhood and identity, focusing on our experiences of being raised by white mothers. We reflect on our childhoods and discuss the influence our mothers had on our perceptions of beauty, relationships and sense of responsibility. We highlight the importance of understanding and communication between parents and children when raising biracial children, as well as the lessons learned from our own experiences. Join us...Contact Us:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: aroundthewaycurls@gmail.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls for exclusive videos & bonus episodesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Ep 482. See Yall Later

Ep 482. See Yall Later

2025-12-1801:17:32

Last episode of the year!We crashout over the new Diddy doc, the implications of 50 Cent's involvement, and crack up over Grits and Eggs' Deante Kyle being biracial, which just makes so much sense. Join usContact Us:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: aroundthewaycurls@gmail.comPatreon: 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.
*Happy Birthday, Shanti*In this episode, we kick things off with an important announcement. We then deep-dive into the complexities of Netflix and Paramount vying to buy Warner Bros., implications of the pending farmer bailout, and the impact of corporate consolidation/ monopolies on culture & community. Then, for pop culture, we talk Beyonce chairing the Met Gala, Pantone's milktoast color of the year, and Sydney Sweeney doubling back. Join Us. If you are about to support the Palestinian Family Shanti is in contact with, please send donations to her cashapp $thesablecollectiveContact Us:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: aroundthewaycurls@gmail.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls for exclusive videos & bonus episodesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode, we are joined by the Planned Parenthood CEO and President Alexis McGill Johnson. Antoinette and Shanti share their personal stories of the care that Planned Parenthood has provided, which continues to impact their lives, while Alexis shares her legacy of activism and addresses common misconceptions about Planned Parenthood's services. Together, we focus on the current challenges facing Planned Parenthood in the wake of recent legislation and the need for community support and involvement to protect reproductive rights. Join us...Contact Us:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: aroundthewaycurls@gmail.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls for exclusive videos & bonus episodesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode, Shanti is speaking Spanish for her Bad Bunny countdown, Antoinette is retiring from cake-making, and the U.S. is ramping up pressure on Venezuela with Pete Hegseth waving the flag. We unpack Trump’s new immigrant ban, Summer Walker doubling down on side-chick life, Kim K’s latest biz Masterclass, and whether Mark Lamont Hill’s career pivot is working or nah? Join us.Contact Us:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: aroundthewaycurls@gmail.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls for exclusive videos & bonus episodesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Want to know the origin story of The Sable Collective? In episode 47, Shanti talks all things The Sable Collective. She discusses her new role as sole owner of The Sable Collective and how she is channeling some of her gangster energy from her past. As a result, she also shares her top business practices for entrepreneurs, what it's like to step out on faith, and how she is choosing to define "failure and success". Join us and be sure to shop The Sable Collective online https://www.thesablecollective.com/Use Code ATWC15 for 15% off your online purchase.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This week we talk about finding gratitude even when things are rough. Join us.Contact Us:IG: @aroundthewaycurlsPhone: (215) 948-2780Email: aroundthewaycurls@gmail.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurlsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
We love ya'll. Rest up and enjoy the day. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Ep 478. Stop Suckin' D#@%

Ep 478. Stop Suckin' D#@%

2025-11-2402:16:36

In this episode, Shanti remembers Selena while Antoinette goes to Broadway. Together, we delve into the implications of new loan provisions affecting professional careers, particularly those dominated by women. We highlight the reclassification of professional degrees, the impact on healthcare, and the broader societal consequences of these policies. For pop culture, we respond to Pharrell's comments on "not being political". Join us...Get tickets to She Did That in NY https://shedidthat.coShop The Sable Collective and use code ATWC15 for a 15% off discount https://www.thesablecollective.comContact Us:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: aroundthewaycurls@gmail.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls for exclusive videos & bonus episodesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode, Shanti and Antoinette work together to create the quintessential list of 20 Beyonce songs that tell the story of her evolution as the artist we know today - pulling from every album in her catalog. Join us.Contact Us:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: aroundthewaycurls@gmail.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls for exclusive videos & bonus episodesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Josh, SaVon, and Antoinette are back, and the 2x Webby Award-winning pod is now dropping every Wednesday, everywhere you get your podcasts! Get all video episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, and deeper conversations you won't hear anywhere else. Support the show on Patreon today: patreon.com/cantaffordtherapypodcastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode, Shanti falls down a YouTube rabbit hole, while Antoinette joins another Olay and Friends. For politics, we talk about the Pope preaching truth to power, Ghislaine Maxwell sitting pretty in prison, and the Democrats' unexpected decision to reopen the government. For pop culture, we discuss Ami Cole's CEO Diarrha N’Diaye's announcement to join SKIM as Executive Vice President of Beauty and Fragrance, and Solange's new boyfriend. Join us...Contact Us:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: aroundthewaycurls@gmail.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls for exclusive videos & bonus episodesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this week's crash-out, Antoinette celebrates Mamdani's win, while Shanti prepares for Bad Bunny in December. For the episode, Antoinette goes to Atlanta. She shares a story about stuffing pants and what happened while attending Clark Atlanta Homecoming. We discuss the importance of being objectified by your man and stalking Shanti's daughter. Join us...Contact Us:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: aroundthewaycurls@gmail.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls for exclusive videos & bonus episodesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
For this episode, Shanti takes a class on beauty while Antoinette returns to her Mafia roots. After celebrating the Blue wave of Democratic wins, the conversation goes into the ongoing government shutdown and its repercussions on essential services like SNAP and healthcare. We discuss the political stalemate between Democrats and Republicans. We respond to Charlagmane Tha God's controversial statement. Join us...Contact Us:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: aroundthewaycurls@gmail.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls for exclusive videos & bonus episodesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode, Shanti reaches a new mother-daughter dynamic while Antoinette relives a childhood favorite. After an emotional voicemail, we sit down with Olivia Gillison, former leader of emergency preparedness in Philadelphia. Together, we talk about what it really means to be prepared in times of crisis and emergencies, how storytelling builds trust in times of crisis, and why the next generation of public servants matters more than ever. Join us. Contact Us:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: aroundthewaycurls@gmail.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls for exclusive videos & bonus episodesExplore more of Olivia's work and reflections at www.theolivianicole.com.Redcross training + access resources:Becoming a volunteer: https://www.redcross.org/volunteer/become-a-volunteer.htmlCPR training: https://www.redcross.org/take-a-class/cpr "Until Help Arrives Course Training" https://www.redcross.org/take-a-class/first-aid/first-aid-training/first-aid-classes/until-help-arrives See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On this episode, Shanti shares her new hair secret, while Antoinette shares her first week of work at her new job. For politics, we discuss America's entanglement with Argentina and how it affects the U.S. farmers who are already struggling, as well as China's attempt to keep unqualified influencers "in check". For pop culture, we discuss Keke Palmer's newest project that is catching criticism, and robotics in Black hair salons and your home. Join us...Contact Us:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: aroundthewaycurls@gmail.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls for exclusive videos & bonus episodesSee 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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Darnell Cole

is this Beyonce?

Dec 23rd
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Darnell Cole

Thanks for coming back! I love yall 💗

Dec 8th
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Darnell Cole

RIGHT! On time. Wow thank you!

Jan 17th
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elle nicole clark

def can relate to the body dismorphia..and having a real body...and trying to date when the expectation/beauty standard now is based on bought bodies

Mar 25th
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