Around The Way Curls

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Ep 505. Like-ability Politics: Amanda Seales, Mamdani + Trump Ft Marquise Davon Jul 27, 2026

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In this week's episode, Antoinette is sick, so Shant is joined by Marquise Davon. Together, we discuss what teenagers need from their parents most in this modern age, and for politics, we discuss the recent developments between Iran and the US, and Mamdani's address to the ICC. For pop culture, we get into Amanda Seales' exclusion from the coming "Insecure" tours. Does she deserve to be with the cast for the sake of the art? Or is she bad for business? Join us...

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Ep 504. Breakups Aren't a Failure, I'm Grateful Jul 20, 2026

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In this week’s episode, Shanti enters the teenage version of the “terrible twos,” while Antoinette discovers that a fully booked summer. Oddly enough, we agree with J.Lo’s recent take on relationships, debate Young Miami’s lyrics and India.Arie’s thoughts on mainstream music, and ask whether the sounds we consume truly influence us, or whether we only care when the message makes us uncomfortable. Finally, we discuss the irony of biohacker Bryan Johnson receiving a recent diagnosis after dedicating millions of dollars to not dying. Join us...

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Ep 503. Dems Do It Again, Justice for Nolan Wells + Surviving Jay Z Extra Innings Jul 14, 2026

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In this week's episode, we recount our time at the exhaustingly epic time at Jay's final Yankee Stadium performance, "Extra Innings". For politics, we discuss the democrats fumbling yet again to secure a solid candidate for a very important election in Maine's coming midterm elections, as well as the unfolding story around the death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells and what does safety look like in a world that protects whiteness. Join us.

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Ep 502. It’s America’s Birthday, So Let’s Revisit Palestine Jul 06, 2026

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We are taking a little break this week! Enjoy a little Holiday banter and revisit one of our most popular and important episodes.

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Ep 501. Oprah Can't Be Trusted, Whitney, Clive + Mamdani Jun 29, 2026

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This week, Shanti and Antoinette catch up on hard conversations, Facebook Marketplace addiction, protein goals and what qualifies as kinky. For politics, Antoinette breaks down Zohran Mamdani’s growing influence in New York and what recent progressive wins could mean for the Democratic establishment.

For pop culture, the ladies discuss Oprah’s comments about Whitney Houston, Clive Davis’s complicated legacy, why Ben Savage may have ghosted his Boy Meets World castmates, a fake Britney Spears quote and the queer yearning in Sister Act. Join us.

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Ep 500. The Art of the (Trash) Deal ft. Trump & Jay- Z + Sprinkles Slavery & Subservience ft. David Oyelowo Jun 22, 2026

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This week, we celebrate the 500th episode of Around the Way Curls! Together, we reflect on the work we’ve done, the community we’ve built, and the journey that brought us here.

In politics, we discuss Trump’s ghetto White House celebration and the U.S.–Iran peace deal. In pop culture, we unpack Jay-Z’s exclusive Target deal, Eve’s Tiny Desk performance, and the latest round of internet diaspora wars between Africans and Black Americans.

Join us as we celebrate this milestone, revisit the journey, and get into this week’s mess.

In collaboration with The CultureLP Disney’s Encanto In Concert, presented by the New York Philharmonic, runs June 18–21 at David Geffen Hall.

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Ep 499. Getting On this Girl's Nerves: Crash Out Edition Jun 15, 2026

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Shanti enters her rock phase as she crushes on a rising punk rock star, while Antoinette defends this new generation of “aunties and uncles.” Together, we crash out over Keke Palmer and the Hot Ones white man, question whether Young M.A misrepresents the queer community, debate the Knicks vs. the Spurs, unpack the lost art of women setting each other up well, and discuss Pam Grier’s orgasms that last for days. Join us.

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Ep 498. The Roots Remember Even When The Trees Pretend Jun 08, 2026

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In this week's episode, Shanti recognizes her business's growth while Antoinette sees her breasts with new eyes. Together, we discuss Trump cussing out Netanyahu, and the recent verdict of the Rick Chow case that left a 14-year-old boy murdered. For pop culture, we dive into Jay Z's historic performance in Philly, his freestyle, and the demented response from Dame Dash. Join us...

In collaboration with The CultureLP Disney’s Encanto In Concert, presented by the New York Philharmonic, runs June 18–21 at David Geffen Hall.

Ticket Link: https://bit.ly/Encantoclp

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Ep 497. The Effects of Being Raised in a Low-Effort Family Jun 01, 2026

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What happens when the people who are supposed to show up for you only do the bare minimum? In this episode, we explore the lasting impact of growing up in a low-effort family, where emotional support is scarce, communication is inconsistent, and relationships feel transactional rather than nurturing. Join us.

*Giveaway * Disney’s Encanto In Concert

In collaboration with The CultureLP Disney’s Encanto In Concert, presented by the New York Philharmonic, runs June 18–21 at David Geffen Hall.

Ticket Link: https://bit.ly/Encantoclp

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Ep 496. The Black Vote + Adams Apples Are Under Attack May 25, 2026

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In this week's episode, Antoinette returns to the pod. She shares her recent surgery experience while Shanti prepares for festival season. Together, we discuss Trump's version of reparations as well as the recent blow to America's Voting RIght's Act from the Supreme Court. We lament the loss of Adam's Apples amongst men, and share our thoughts on the announced castings of Josephine Baker and Betty Boop movies. Join us...

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