Around The Way Curls

By Antoinette Lee & Shanti Mayers

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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Around The Way Curls episodes:

November 20, 2025 Ep 477. Beyonce Top 20: Naughty Girl Walked So Partition Could Run
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.
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1h 33min
November 18, 2025 Can't Afford Therapy is BACK!
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/cantaffordtherapypodcast
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November 17, 2025 Ep 476. Have the Day You Voted For + From CEO to Skims
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...
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2h 4min
November 13, 2025 Ep 475. A Crash Out: Do you want to Spit In My Mouth?
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...
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1h 17min
November 10, 2025 Ep 474. A Blue Wave, Mayor Mamdani, & Shut Up Charlamagne
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...
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Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: [email protected]
Patreon: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls for exclusive videos & bonus episodes

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1h 37min
November 06, 2025 Ep 473. Are You Ready for An Emergency?
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.
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Explore more of Olivia's work and reflections at www.theolivianicole.com.
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1h 41min
November 03, 2025 Ep 472. Southern Fried Chicken, AI Braiders, MAGA Farmers & Pastor Jamal Bryant
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...
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Patreon: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls for exclusive videos & bonus episodes

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1h 47min
October 30, 2025 Ep 471. When Your World Ends, Another Begins
In this episode, Shanti shares her excitement for new music, while Antoinette yearns for more relationships with Black elders. For our main topic, we dive into recovery after destruction. What do we do when everything we know is gone? Together, we share our stories of rebuilding while getting inspiration from others. Join us....
Contact Us:
Hotline: (215) 948-2780
Email: [email protected]
Patreon: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls for exclusive videos & bonus episodes
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1h 20min
October 27, 2025 Ep 470. Joe Buttons, Queen Flippers, Marc, Mamdani, Tyler The Creator, + Gutting the Voting Rights Act
In this episode, Shanti discovers the wonders of working from home, while Antoinette shares her thoughts on the coming Mayoral race in New York. For politics, we discuss how racist texts among political figures connect to the vulnerability of the Voting Rights Act, as America's civil rights continue to be at risk of erasure. For pop culture, we get into Tyler, The Creator's PR crisis, and Joe Budden's response to The Native Land's critique of his podcast. Join us...
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.
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2h 2min
October 23, 2025 Ep 469. Are We Even Friends If I Can't Tell You the Truth?
In this conversation, we explore the themes of accountability in friendship. We discuss the importance of honesty, support, and the challenges of navigating tough conversations. They explore the nuances of enabling versus supporting friends, the role of trust and respect in relationships, and the significance of being seen and heard. We discuss signs of uneven accountability in friendships, and the ultimate desire for deeper connections and mutual growth. Join us...
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.
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1h 5min

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How many episodes does Around The Way Curls have?

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