Around The Way Curls
Episodes
Ep 33. Hey Girl Hey
05 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Ep 32. Do It With Fear - Entrepreneurship ft. Chris Talley
29 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 32, we sit down with our childhood friend Chris Talley. Chris Talley is a young black business owner, business consultant and generational ...
Ep 31. You Don't Own Me ft. Hey Fran Hey
23 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 31, we are joined by our homegirl, the amazing Francheska Medina aka Hey Fran Fran. We talk about the new wave of "heartbeat bills" and the...
Ep 30. Non - Monogamy 101 Ft. Christina Jackson
15 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 30, we talk with educator, mother, and activist Christina Jackson. Christina blows our minds and schools us on non-monogamy, the practice o...
Ep 29. "The New Normal" Redefining Motherhood & Partnership ft. Beth Lewis
08 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 29, we interview our high school friend, doula, artist, and long-time inspiration - Beth Lewis. Beth shares with us her journey as a young ...
Ep 28. Can't See Em Comin Down My Eyes Ft. Hakim Pitts
02 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 28, we talk with Hakim Pitts. Hakim is a life coach, cultural worker, and spiritualist. He helps folks to dream of ways to freedom, liberat...
Ep 27. Homecoming
25 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about Easter shenanigans and our confusion with the movie US by Jordan Peele. Antoinette talks about the recent CNN town hall...
Ep 26. 420 with The Black Dragon Breakfast Club
18 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 26, we are joined by cannabis enthusiasts and activists Tsehaitu Abye and Chantelle Bateman who are the forming members of The Black Dragon...
Ep 25. A Dedication to the Life Of Nipsey Hussle Ft. Tristan Verette
11 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 25, we honor the life and legacy of Nipsey Hussle. Who better to discuss the contributions that Nipsey has made to this world than from the...
Ep 24. Hustle And Flow
04 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we mourn the senseless and untimely death of Nipsey Hussle, send love to the refugees suffering at our country’s border, marvel at ...
Ep 23. Murderous Cops, The Mueller Report & Sliding into DM's
28 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week join us as we discuss the latest acquittal of a murderous police officer in Pittsburgh and the death of young Antwon Rose. We then discuss t...
Ep 22. White Folks, Solange, Leaving Neverland & Tax Returns
21 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about white folks just now realizing water is wet, our reactions to Solange's When I Get Home, white terrorists, Michael Jack...
Ep 21. Popping Our Therapy Cherries
14 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 21, we talk all about getting our therapy cherries popped. Shanti recently started therapy and shares her reason for starting as well as wh...
Ep 20. For Women Who Love Too Much
07 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 20, we ask ourselves and our listeners: Are you a woman who loves too much? Recently inspired by a group discussion amongst friends as well...
Ep 19. The Imposter Syndrome & God Complex
28 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 19, we talk about how we all need to abandon our imposter syndromes and embrace The God Complex. In a rare act of vulnerability, Shanti sha...
Ep 18. Phuckery & Fake News
20 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 18, we focus on the fuckery of our nation. There is so much stupid stuff happening in the U.S right now we can't help but bring attention t...
Ep 17. Let's Talk About Sex
14 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
It's Valentine's Day and we are talking about the birds and bees honey! Not only are we answering questions from our Around the Way Curls listeners bu...
Ep 16. The Genius Of Martin Lawrence
07 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 16, we are bringing in the first week of Black History month with an episode dedicated to the legacy of our hero, Martin and we ain't talki...
Ep 15. Keep That Same Energy. Or Not...
31 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 15, Shanti sits with Reiki and energy worker Desiree of Nana Catherine’s Apothecary. We dive into alternative practices of healing. We an...
Ep 14. Molly, You In Danger Girl
24 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 14, we talk about confronting the ones you love even when it "ain't none of your business". We identify our 4 love languages of accountabil...
Ep 13. For All the Baby's Mamas, Mamas Mamas, Mamas, Baby Mamas, Mamas
17 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about motherhood. Antoinette explores the idea of becoming a mother and discusses what her ideal family looks like, and simul...
Ep 12. Exploring South Africa Ft. Kara Bhatti
10 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 12, Antoinette is joined by her roommate, Kara Bhatti as they discuss their recent trip to South Africa. In it, they discuss the many lesso...
Ep 11. Ringing in the New Year Right Ft. Rene Daniella
02 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Antoinette is joined by multi-media influencer Rene’ Daniella of Ownbyfemme. In a candidly intimate conversation, Rene shares her core values and pr...
Ep 10. For Us By Us
27 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 10, we expand on the popular term, “Safe spaces”. After attending Afropunk in Brooklyn, we discuss the drama that occurred there, but m...
Ep 9. Offset's Trippin & R. Kelly Isn't The King Of Anything ft. Jade of All Jades
20 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 9, we are joined by Jade of All Jades. Together, we discuss Offset's “apology” to Cardi, argue about the current King of R&B, and cance...
Ep 8. Being Biracial
13 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 8, we share our experiences as biracial women. We explore our early conditionings about race, check our privilege, question our claim to “...
Ep 7. Part 2 of Busting Windows with Jazmine Sullivan
06 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk Jazmine's sudden and hella dramatic exit from the music industry, her and Antoinette's friendship falling out, and advice we ...
Ep 6. Busting Windows ft. Jazmine Sullivan
22 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 6, we are joined by grammy nominated recording artist and fellow Philadelphian, Jazmine Sullivan. Join in as the girls reminiscence over th...
Ep 4. Beyonce: Friend or Foe?
15 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Join Antoinette & Shanti in episode 4 as they argue about Beyonce. Is she simply a money making machine? Is she an authentic artist? A feminist? A hum...
Ep 3. Oh Hell Nah - The Non Negotiables Of Relationships
07 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In the 3rd Episode of Around The Way Curls, Antoinette & Shanti share their lists of non-negotiables as they pertain to partnerships (both petty & in-...
Ep 2. Vote or Die or The System's a Lie
01 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Join the ladies of Around The Way Curls as they explore their different opinions on voting, the history behind the black vote, and whether they will v...
Ep 1. Sisterhood
25 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the wonderful world of Around The Way Curls! In our first episode, meet Shanti and Antoinette. Learn about the beginnings of their friendsh...