Around The Way Curls

By Antoinette Lee & Shanti MayersSociety & Culture Health & Fitness Education

Around The Way Curls episodes

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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1 hr 41 min
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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1 hr 47 min
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....
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1 hr 20 min
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...
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2 hr 2 min
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...
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1 hr 5 min
October 20, 2025 Ep 468. The Purple Revolution, Kim K’s Selling Bush, RIP Diane & D’Angelo
In this week's episode, Shanti returns to a familiar comfort show, while Antoinette enjoys her birthday and returns to her psychic's predictions. For politics, we discuss the viral debate surrounding "The Purple Revolution," and for pop culture, we mourn the loss of great musician D'Angelo and actress Diane Keaton. Join us..
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2 hr 5 min
October 16, 2025 Ep 467. Cardi B & Respectability Politics
For this episode, Shanti opens the show solo, responding to listener voicemails about culture gatekeeping and fashion. For our main topic, Antoinette returns, and we unpack how respectability politics shape our views of Cardi B—and what that says about us. Join us...
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1 hr 8 min
October 13, 2025 Ep 466. Van Jones Panders, Gaza's "Peace Plan", TikTok + Taylor Swift ft. Jade of All Jades.
In this episode, Shanti is joined by the one and only Jade of Getting Grown and Jade + XD. Together, we discuss Gaza's peace plan, Van Jones cosplays as a progressive, Allen Iverson's sobriety, and our list of people that are no longer our business, starting with Taylor Swift. Join us...
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1 hr 25 min
October 09, 2025 Ep 465. Nicki vs Cardi, Bad Bunny Viva Puerto Rico Libre! White Women’s Lemonade?
In this week's episode, Shanti reviews One Battle After Another, while Antoinette discovers her sister's secret performance. Together, we get into more pop culture. We share our thoughts on Nicki versus Cardi beef, and question if it is possible for Taylor Swift to make her "Lemonade," and Shanti finally reacts to Bad Bunny's Super Bowl announcement. Join us...
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1 hr 33 min
October 06, 2025 Ep 464 Gov Shutdown, RIP Assata, Military States, Diddy’s Done?
For this week's episode, Shanti goes to church, and Antoinette speaks on a panel. For politics, we discuss the recent government shutdown and question if the Democrat's strategy will be effective. We also discuss the assembly of generals to the white house, and what are they may be preparing for? We pay homage to Assata Shakur's legacy, and react to Diddy's sentencing. Join us...
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2 hr 16 min

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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.