Around The Way Curls

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Ep 43. Red Light Special Aug 15, 2019

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In episode 43, Shanti shares her excitement for the debut of Melina Matsouskas first film "Queen and Slim" and Antoinette implores us to put the q-tips down due to a hearing scare.
For our main topic, we focus on menstruation! We share our first periods, and some vital information about the science of our bodies and explore the ways in which we have been taught to shame and celebrate our bodies' ability to birth and bleed. Join us!

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Ep 42. Petty Peeves Aug 07, 2019

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In episode 42, we start with Antoinette talking about starving herself in healthy increments and Shanti updates us all on The Sable Collective opening. Our main topic is focused on our petty peeves not just in relationship to these raggedy love interests but also to the general public. Finally, Antoinette and Shanti touch on a seemingly sensitive topic in their relationship that begs us to question "are we really friends"? Weigh in. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 41. Show Love Sis Jul 31, 2019

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In episode 41, we start off with Shanti's plead for help from our listeners, Antoinette leaving the country, and Philly's finest film festival. The main topic we discuss what "women supporting women" means to us. After a weekend spent vending at Curlfest, we talk about the dismissive responses from attendees after a hiccup with the event. Joins us as we talk about the importance of women supporting women in our personal lives and its extension into the collective.
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Ep 39. PorNo? Jul 17, 2019

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In episode 39,we get it poppin' with porn! We reflect on our relationship with pornography and consider the good and bad of America's favorite entertainment industry. We also discuss how mercury in retrograde may be responsible for your life falling apart, Antoinette's DDD/E,F woes, white men calling wolf, and how the world may be going to hell in a handbag because China stopped buying our plastic. Join us for another uplifting episode of Around The Way Curls!
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Ep 38. My Ariel Is Black Jul 10, 2019

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In episode 38, we begin with Shanti discussing her spiritual link to Beyonce, Antoinette asks for prayers for her passport, and for the first time both Shanti and Antoinette's mothers make their debut in the newest segment "Ask Our White Moms". For the main topic, we dive under the sea and rescue Ariel from the waves of racism and white rage after Disney debuts a Black "Little Mermaid". Join us as we call Disney out for its years of racism and inappropriateness.
Music: "Revolution" by Arrested Development

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Ep 37. Beauty Is Her Name Jul 03, 2019

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In episode 37, we take it back to our roots...literally. As requested by our listeners, we rehash the good ol' days of bloggin' and beauty which ATWC's was originally founded upon. Join us as we share our thoughts on the beauty "influencer world" and how we keep our hair did, skin clear and teeth white.
Just trying to hear what applies to you? Skip ahead with the list below:
ATWC’s Beginnings in Beauty : 14:47
Black Beauty Internet Trail Blazers You Should All Know 17:15
How we feel about being considered “Beauty Influencers” 22:00
How We Approach Beauty 26:30
Hair Regimens 27:30
Shanti’s Combination Skin Care Regimen 36:27
Antoinette’s Acne Prone Dry Skin Care Regimen 38:10
Body/Eczema Care 49:32
Face Rollers 51:15
Shanti’s Makeup Regimen 53:06
Sun Block 55:20
Finding your Right Foundation 57:49
Antoinette’s Makeup Regimen 58:46
Combating Acne 1:06:36
Nails 1:11:08
Natural Teeth Whitening 1:14:31
Vitamins and Supplements 1:18:32
Music- Dru Hill's "Beauty" buy here https://music.apple.com/us/album/beauty/1440918034?i=1440918999

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Ep 36. Oh! You're Dating Her Too? Jun 26, 2019

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In episode 36, we talk about dating and whether or not we're doing it wrong. Single Antoinette discusses her current dating situation while Shanti reflects on her own dating patterns. Together we explore whether or not it's cool to date more than one person at a time and if so, how to navigate that while being intentional and protective of your heart. Join us.
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Ep 35. Daddies & Zaddies Jun 20, 2019

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In episode 35, we celebrate Father’s Day! We explore the role our father’s played in our lives, discuss the difference between Daddies and Zaddies, and choose who we’d rather have as a father. James Earl Jones? or Ossie Davis? Join Us.
Music by Usher Buy Hey Daddy here:
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Ep 34. Family Feud Ft. Celestine Henry - Allen Jun 12, 2019

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In ep 34, Antoinette is joined by her older sister @celestinerae where they discuss the complexities of their complicated relationship and offer advice on how to build strong sibling bonds. Individually, they unpack their hurt, self-sacrifice, insecurity, and trauma that drove a wedge between them. However difficult and complex their pasts may have been, they offer gems on how to get to the root of the hurt and move forward toward the path of forgiveness. Join us.
TRIGGER WARNING: This episode touches on topics of sexual abuse and rape. Skip 28:10 - 38:50 to bypass this topic.
Music: Family Feud by Jay Z Purchase here https://music.apple.com/us/album/family-feud-feat-beyonc%C3%A9/1440935425?i=1440935869

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Ep 33. Hey Girl Hey Jun 05, 2019

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In episode 33, after weeks of special guests, we reconnect just one on one.
In "hey girl hey" fashion, we share updates on our work, bumping into exes, future travel plans, and recent spiritual revelations. We reminisce about how Antoinette attempted to steal Allen Iverson from Shanti and how we most recently thought we were going to lose our lives in Philly at The Roots Picnic. Join us!
Music by The Roots
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