Around The Way Curls

Around The Way Curls

By Antoinette Lee & Shanti MayersSociety & CultureHealth & FitnessEducation
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Around The Way Curls episodes

  • Ep 402. A RacCOON Has Entered the Chat

    In this episode, Shanti gets closer to mastering fried chicken while Antoinette considers a monthly crash-out episode for the people. For politics, we discuss the barrage of executive orders and policies enacted by the Trump administration, focusing on their implications for immigration, energy, law enforcement, gender identity, and global agreements. We also question if both the ADL and Snoop Dog are the opps? Together, we explore the murky intersection of celebrity culture and politics and the impact that wealth may have on people's definitions of freedom. Ultimately, we try to keep our spirits high by cheering on our hometown Eagles for the NFC championship! E - A - G - L - E - S! Join us...

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    1 hr 39 min
  • Ep 401. Navigating Love With A Child

    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...

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    1 hr 15 min
  • Ep 400. An Around The Way Crash Out

    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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    1 hr 5 min
  • Ep 399. Sis, That Ain't Support

    In this episode, Shanti is excited about a coming girl's trip, while Antoinette feels dismayed over her recent dental visit. Together, we respond to caller voicemails and dive into our main topic: how does one offer real support to loved ones? In the wake of the recent LA fires, we discuss how to provide sincere support and concern without putting ourselves first or feeling performative. Join us...


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    1 hr 26 min
  • Ep 398. You Can't Box With God

    In this episode, we spend time on the devastating destruction of the recent wildfires in Los Angeles. We share our feelings amongst the collective grief. We try to understand the environmental causes of the wildfires, and the confusing political responses to this disaster. We recognize climate change as our new reality and begin to consider how to best prepare for future disasters. For pop culture, we share our thoughts on Obama and Trumps seemingly chummy exchanges at President Jimmy Carter's funeral. We also respond to Sheryl Lee Ralph's secret to her happy marriage. Join us...

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    00:00 Collective Grief and the Impact of Wildfires

    17:48 Understanding the Causes of Wildfires

    45:12 Political Responses and Community Resilience

    57:54 The Illusion of Control in Climate Change

    01:10:42 Pop Culture Commentary on Obama + Sheryl Lee Ralph


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    1 hr 27 min
  • Ep 397. And We're Back

    Happy New Year! We start by catching up on our personal lives including a milestone in parenting for Shanti as well as a milestone in Antoinette's love life. For politics, we share the actual medical benefits to a "Dry January" as we are learning more about the link between cancer and alcohol, and the implications of New York City's new congestion pricing measure. For pop culture, we share our reactions to Beyoncé's Christmas halftime performance, significant moments from the Golden Globes, and the lawsuit involving workplace harassment at FX and the public's tendency to scrutinize women more harshly than men. We are happy to be back. Join us...


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    05:59 Self-Discovery and Creativity

    12:03 Time Management and Productivity

    18:06 Relationships and Social Media

    23:59 Celebrations and Personal Growth

    52:04 New York City's Congestion Pricing Debate

    01:05:20 Impact of Congestion Pricing on New Yorkers

    01:13:10 Cultural Significance of Beyoncé's Work

    01:21:04 FX Lawsuit: Workplace Harassment and Responses

    01:33:40 The Fallout of Workplace Allegations

    01:38:58 Public Perception and Gender Dynamics

    01:43:57 The Complexity of Power Dynamics in the Workplace


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    1 hr 45 min
  • Reprise. We’re 13 Years In & Still Married

    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 the Esther Perel video referenced: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ODWcrvZhM94


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    1 hr 18 min
  • Reprise: Ep 302. Blaxploitopia

    In this week's episode Shanti finds comfort in old "Insecure" episodes while Antoinette faces some backlash from family members concerning her stance on Palestine. Together, we discuss the GOP's newest Speaker of the House Mike Johnson, the Ebony Alert system, and Barack Obama's recent statement on Israel and Palestine. For pop culture, Antoinette celebrates the life of Richard Roundtree and we try to unravel the many layers surrounding Dwight Howard and an uncanny connection between Candace Owens and Carlee Russell. Join us...

    Contact Us:

    Hotline: (215) 948-2780

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    Patreon: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls for exclusive videos & bonus episodes

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    1 hr 39 min
  • Happy Holidays from ATWC

    We want to wish everyone safe, restful, and joyous Holidays! Thank you so much for rocking with us this year! We will return next year! Lots of love, Shanti and Antoinette.


    Contact Us:

    Hotline: (215) 948-2780

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    Patreon: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls for exclusive videos & bonus episodes


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    12 min
  • Ep 396. Failing Forward

    In this episode, Shanti confesses that she is failing in an area of her life. We use the book "Failing Forward" by John Maxwell as a guide for the conversation, and together we reflect on our relationships with failure. We attempt to embrace failure as an opportunity for growth and redefine what success and failure mean to each of us. We hope this episode resonates with anyone feeling like giving up. Keep going!

    Contact Us:

    Hotline: (215) 948-2780

    Email: [email protected]

    Patreon: 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.

    55 min

About Around The Way Curls

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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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