Around The Way Curls

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Reprise Ep 357. Letting Go & Living a Creative Life ft. Franchesca Ramsey Jun 05, 2025

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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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Reprise: Ep 400. An Around The Way Crash Out Jun 02, 2025

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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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Ep 437. Chicken Alfredo, Forever Recap + The Light Skin Spectrum Crash Out May 29, 2025

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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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Ep 436. Incubating Babies, RGIII's Milk Obsession, + Fake Journalists May 26, 2025

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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...

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Ep 435. So Good, I Might Self Sabotage. May 22, 2025

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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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Ep 434. Tory, Draymond, DDG, & Diddy May 19, 2025

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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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Ep 433. I Want Men To Lead. Am I Toxic? May 15, 2025

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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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Ep 432. Joe Budden Pod Gets Woke + Met Gala Dandy Dud? May 12, 2025

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In this episode, Shanti reflects on a successful Mother's Day photo shoot while Antoinette enjoys a new, lovely haircut. For politics, we keep it brief and discuss the threat to housing policies posed by Trump's recent federal cuts. We discuss the Met Gala and share our thoughts on the overall theme of Black Dandyism. Do we think folks embodied it? In the end, we discuss the scholar, Mark Lamont Hill's presence on the seemingly low-brow Joe Budden podcast and the effect of intellectual discourse in spaces most often dominated by misinformation. Join us...

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Ep 431. Harnessing Sexual Energy for Creative Manifestation ft. Sharifa May 08, 2025

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In this conversation, we speak with Sharifa from Agenos to explore the deep connections between sexuality and spirituality, emphasizing the power of the erotic as a source of empowerment. We discuss the societal taboos surrounding sex, the importance of self-exploration, and how sexual energy can be harnessed for creative manifestation. We explore the impact of past experiences on sexual expression, the significance of energy exchange in relationships, and the cultural perspectives surrounding sex. Sharifa offers practices for spiritual protection and the power of manifestation through sexual energy, ultimately advocating for intimacy and sisterhood as essential components of healing and personal growth. Join us...

To learn more about Sharifa and her work go to her:

Website: http://agenos.bigcartel.com

IG: @agenosluxurydecks

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Ep 430. Gorilla vs. Man, Saquon, Mahomes, Martial Law + Cowboy Carter May 05, 2025

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In this episode, Antoinette considers a break from social media while Shanti reflects on the last virtual meeting with the Artist Way Patreon group. For politics, we discuss the first 100 days with Trump in office, and his recent executive orders supporting martial law. For pop culture, we discuss Saquon Barkley's visit to the White House and question the responsibilities of athletes in political discourse. We then ask ourselves the most serious question of recent collective discourse: Can a hundred men defeat one gorilla? In the end, we continue to gag over "Sinners" and The Cowboy Carter Tour launch.

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