Around The Way Curls

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.Ticket Link: https://bit.ly/EncantoclpContact Around The Way Curls:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: aroundthewaycurls@gmail.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurlsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

For this episode, Shanti visits Antoinette, and together they take over NYC. For politics, we discuss the allegations against Cesar Chavez, and we share our thoughts on a jury finding Meta and YouTube addictive. For pop culture, we discuss the recent Jay Z interview, and Usher defending Puffy. Join us...Contact Us:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: aroundthewaycurls@gmail.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurlsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Shanti and Antoinette plan a date in NYC. Together, we talk about the end of Industry and Knights of the Seven Kingdoms; we discuss the Ellison family collecting media and tech companies like Infinity Stones; we question whether success requires a small loss of integrity; and we finally discuss the Matthew Knowles video leak, which felt wildly disrespectful to Ms. Tina. Join us...Contact Us:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: aroundthewaycurls@gmail.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurlsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*We will be covering the US & Israel attacking Iran & the Save Act next week, along with pop culture.This episode explores the dynamics of healthy relationships, focusing on communication, leadership, and mutual effort. The hosts share personal insights and analyze relationship clips to uncover the unsexy but essential work needed for a lasting partnership. Contact Us:Hotline: (215) 948-2780Email: aroundthewaycurls@gmail.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls00:00 Reconnecting with the Audience02:58 Reflections on Past Episodes06:01 Navigating Relationships and Communication09:01 Understanding Relationship Dynamics12:11 Proactive vs. Passive Partners15:11 The Work of Staying in Love17:58 Negotiating Power in Relationships21:06 Creating Shared Traditions23:56 Balancing Responsibilities in Partnerships26:54 Navigating Relationship Dynamics30:00 The Role of Leadership in Partnerships35:53 Understanding Passivity and Its Impact41:59 The Importance of Communication and Vulnerability48:03 Creating Opportunities for Co-CreationSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Shanti and Antoinette talk Meghan and Harry, Cuomo and cancel culture, & loyalty loyalty loyalty. Join UsGeneral Inquiries: Contact Us: IG: @aroundthewaycurls Hotline: (215) 948-2780 Email: aroundthewaycurls@gmail.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurlsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

And we're back with our 101st episode. We are joined by the one and only Clint Coley who is no stranger to the podcast. Together, we discuss Ayesha Curry being the symbol of light-skin privilege, 50 Cent being a jackass, Ice Cube being naive, and what happened to the golden age of R&B. Join us.Shop Love Lavender Shea & use code: Around for 15% off!https://www.lovelavendershea.com/shopFollow Clint @Clintcoley @AdvicefromafuckboyWatch the World Series of Spades here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B08H7YSMR3/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_rContact Us:IG: @aroundthewaycurlsPhone: (215) 948-2780Email: aroundthewaycurls@gmail.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurlsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We are joined by the ladies of Gettin Grown pod. We talk Bill Cosby, Monqiue, bonnets, tricky Lord and saviors, and much more. Join us.Shop Merch: https://www.aroundthewaycurls.com/collectionsGeneral Inquiries:Contact Us: IG: @aroundthewaycurlsHotline: (215) 948-2780Email: aroundthewaycurls@gmail.comPatreon: www.com/aroundthewaycurlsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

First, we want to wish you a very Happy New Year! We hope your year started out smooth and steady and that 2026 behaves, but y'all's president is already cutting up, so it's giving the ghetto again.We also want to remind you that we are hosting 1 of 2 ATWC Community Calls TOMORROW, Saturday, 11am EST! We want and honestly NEED to hear directly from you, so we’re hosting a live call and inviting listeners to join us for an honest conversation about the future of the podcast.We’ll be talking about the kinds of content you want more of, what’s resonating (or not), and how we can make the show more sustainable for us as hosts so we can keep showing up and growing with intention.If you’ve ever had thoughts, ideas, or feedback you wanted to share, this is the time and space to do just that. Your voice truly matters to us.We hope you’ll join us.Join the call using this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85052566061Meeting ID: 850 5256 6061-Shanti and AntoinetteSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.