Around The Way Curls

In this episode, Shanti discusses Jolie's graduation and her beginning busy season, while Antoinette pushes through the challenges of moving and her daily workload. Heads up! This is a full politics-as-usual episode! Together, we discuss the recent ICE raids in Los Angeles, the community's response, and the political implications of the National Guard's deployment. We highlight the growing disconnect between Black and immigrant communities, the numbness felt in the face of ongoing injustices, and the fallout between Trump and Musk over political disagreements and the continuing fight to keep all eyes on Gaza. Join us.

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For this episode, we keep our updates very brief as we save time to be in conversation with the brilliant Ki of "Kickin It with Ki". In this conversation, we explore the themes of mindfulness, community wellness, and the importance of rest, particularly for Black women. We discuss the challenges of managing emotions and grief in a politically charged environment. Ki offers practical steps for letting go and surrendering and guides us all with a meditation we hope you engage with as you listen. Join us...

Ki is a wellness educator, focusing on supporting Black women, educators, and students, while emphasizing the importance of community care and mindfulness.

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In this conversation, Dating Coach Anwar discusses the challenges faced by Black and Brown women in dating and relationships. He emphasizes the importance of vulnerability and setting boundaries then addresses the issue of self-sabotage. Anwar also explores the concept of masculine and feminine energy and how it impacts relationships. He provides insights into when someone is ready to date and offers advice for women navigating the dating world. The conversation explores the difference between walls and boundaries, the perception of men in relationships, the challenges faced by Black women in dating, and strategies for navigating courtship. The main themes include the importance of boundaries, the impact of societal expectations on men and women, the economic disparities affecting dating dynamics, and the need for self-actualization and self-centeredness in relationships. Join us.

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Antoinette is joined by renaissance creative, Franchesca Ramsey. Our convo covers a wide range of topics, including self-discovery, societal critique, and political commentary. Franchesca details the many pivots she's made in her career & personal life while providing insight into how she seamlessly & successfully incorporates her many talents into her brand. To end, Franchesca generously provides us with advice on navigating advocacy & authenticity while growing in your chosen field. Join us.

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00:00 Political Commentary and Social Media Influence

26:21Navigating Doja Cat's Behavior and the Need for Healing

29:04 The Art of Career Pivoting and Financial Stability

35:43 Blending Creative Talents and Tapping into Your Network

53:55 Accountability and Integrity in the Entertainment Industry

54:32 Navigating Career Choices and Activism in the Entertainment Industry

56:28 The Power of Personal Growth and Reflection

01:03:28 The Art of Storytelling in Podcasting

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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...

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It's another monthly crash out, it's just us and no script. Together, we discuss how Alfredo is ravishing the Black community, our reviews of Forever on Netflix, Antoinette being "Almond-y", Shanti's coming hair extensions and how Shanti's daughter may be more mature than her mom. Join us...

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In this episode, Shanti prepares for a busy season with The Sable Collective, while Antoinette has the most biracial weekend ever. For politics, we focus on the complexities of political decisions and their effect on healthcare, particularly regarding a case in Georgia involving a brain-dead pregnant woman. For pop culture, we talk about the sensationalism of "fake journalism" in the Diddy case, and the impact of media on public perception of victims. Antoinette explains the racial undertones and stereotypes in sports rivalries, particularly in the WNBA between Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark. This is highlighted by the recent public beef between RGIII and Ryan Clark. Join us...

Hot Shit: A Freaky Introduction https://atlantictheater.org/production/a-freeky-introduction/ 

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In this episode, Shanti shares her recent relationship experience and the unconscious patterns of self-sabotage that can arise when things feel too good to be true. Together, we discuss the fear of embracing goodness in life and how self-worth is the foundation for not only inviting but also accepting happiness into one's life. Join us...

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In this episode, Shanti gives Kendrick Lamar his props while Antoinette manages micro-aggressions. Together, we discuss the new eligibility requirements for Medicaid and SNAP and how these changes will affect millions. For pop culture, Shanti becomes a new Draymond Green fan, and we share our thoughts on the recent Diddy trial as Cassie takes the stand. Do we think Diddy will walk free? Join us...

Helpful Resource from this episode to help understand the Diddy case more fully: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAwaH9Q6-U 

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In 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...

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