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Around The Way Curls

Antoinette Lee & Shanti Mayers
Friendship
Creativity
Mental Health
Self-Actualization
Esther Perel
Entrepreneurship
Jonathan Majors
Capitalism
Relationship Anarchy
Palestine
The Color Purple
Gaza
Beyoncé
Israel
Julia Cameron
Elizabeth Gilbert
Red Lip Theology
Therapy
Co-Parenting
Puberty

Rooted in friendship, humor, and self-actualization, Shanti and Antoinette are a differing, but dynamic duo who explore both the profound and the profane because #DualityIsAThing.

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In this episode, we flow freely, no outline! It is a free form, anything goes kind of episode, aka The Crash Out...

We talk astrology, sperm science, Lizzo, Ryan Coogler, Lil Wayne's comments on future Super Bowls, and how much can change in a year.... more

In this episode, Shanti has a Mother's Day photoshoot while Antoinette parties in Philadelphia. For politics, we discuss firings that may affect the nation's social security, and the normalization of abuse against black and brown bodies which is dull... more

In this episode, Shanti sits with Dr. Raquel Martin to discuss accountability. Together we explore what does accountability really look like? Inspired by recent events in her own life Shanti asks if we can't handle accountability in our personal live... more

In this episode, Shanti explains why she has been crying happy tears lately while Antoinette mourns the gentrification of Bedstuy. For pop culture, we discuss the recent SAVE Act, its potential impact on voter suppression, and the stark narrative dif... more

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Recent Guests

Marquis Devon
Returning guest, voice in the creative community
Episode: Ep 418. Cosmic Clap, Kanye's Crash Out, Breakfast Club Controversy ft Marquis Richards + Elijah Rhea
Elijah Rhea
Educator, host of multiple podcasts including Friends and Fans
Episode: Ep 418. Cosmic Clap, Kanye's Crash Out, Breakfast Club Controversy ft Marquis Richards + Elijah Rhea
Maurice Mitchell
National Director of the Working Families Party, a renowned social movement strategist and community organizer focused on issues of racial, social, and economic justice.
Working Families Party
Episode: Ep 411. The Long Game: Building a 3rd Political Party ft. Maurice Mitchell
J. Renee
Author of children's books about dealing with sexual trauma
Episode: Ep 410. Asian Excellence, Angler Fish & Rocky’s Redemption
Kickin It With Ki
Mindfulness expert and wellness educator
Episode: Ep 387. A Black Woman’s Guide to Rest: Meditations w/ Kickin It With Ki
Salaah Muhammad
Pennsylvania organizing director for the Working Families Party, involved in social justice efforts.
Working Families Party
Episode: Ep 371. They're Eating The Pets? Trump vs Kamala Ft. Salaah Muhammad
Dr. Yaba Blay
Scholar activist, public speaker, and cultural consultant focusing on black women's experiences.
Beacon Publishing
Episode: Reprise: One Drop ft. Dr. Yaba Blay
Dr. Kelli Ruglass
Licensed clinical psychologist and certified eating disorder specialist
Project Heal
Episode: Reprise. Food is Not Our Enemy ft: Dr. Kelli Ruglass
Van Lathan Jr.
Media personality, podcast host, author, former host and senior producer at TMZ, executive producer for the Academy Award winning film 'Two Distant Strangers'.
Episode: Ep 356. Do We Value Women The Way We Value Men? ft. Van Lathan Jr.

Hosts

Shanti
Co-host with a focus on humor and vulnerability, providing personal anecdotes alongside deep discussions about culture and identity.
Antoinette
Co-host known for her insightful perspectives and humor, focusing on community issues and cultural topics.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 2.2k ratings
  • Really entertaining show!!

    Please let Ashanti

    Finish her comments before you interrupt.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    barbka
    United States24 days ago
  • Episode 420

    I listen to this pod everyday & I don’t mean to be that person, & I love that shanti is getting into politics but the way Antionette is cutting her off & over talking her is getting annoying . she’s literally reading an article and the side bars and taking over is starting to get to much as a listener. I would love to hear shanti takes on it.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Maddie.T2
    United States25 days ago
  • Whwre you been?

    Unsure on how I've went years and a lifetime without listening to you all, but I've been delivr't here! You all are fabulous and I'm so grateful for you genius! You got you a new avid listener, and I'm working my way backwards to listen to all episodes

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ezendiocha
    United Statesa month ago
  • Antoinette’s gotta chill

    I really enjoy this show and it’s one of maybe 4 pods I actually listen to, but Antoinette has got to chill with the monologues. Her cutting Shanti off during the Ukraine convo on episode 414 was cringe. She has this thing where she overexplains and it comes off as pretentious and obnoxious. When Shanti was trying to let her know she got what she was saying, she was kinda rude and said “I’m trying to make sense for the listeners; less for you.” Y’all talk about pretty heavy and political topics ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Elroy88
    United Statesa month ago
  • CRASH OUT 🤣

    “If I was a man I’m 🌰 in yo mouf” - Shanti was on one on this episode. I love this and I pray 2025 content brings increase for the both of you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    haitian91
    United States2 months ago

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Some listeners express a desire for more variety in topics, particularly in covering global news.
Feedback highlights the unique blend of humor and seriousness, making complex topics more relatable and accessible.
The podcast is commended for its candid discussions on societal issues and personal growth, resonating deeply with a diverse audience.
Listeners appreciate the authentic and humorous connection between the hosts, citing it as a source of comfort and inspiration.

Chart Rankings

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#224
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#230
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep 419. ATWC Crash Out: Is Jesus Our Brother or Our Father?
Q: Is Jesus our brother or is he our father?
Shanti argues that Jesus is our father, while Antoinette insists that He is our brother because God is the father and we are the children of God.
Ep 396. Failing Forward
Q: What is your relationship with failure?
I try to avoid it at all costs and feel that I let myself down.
Ep 314. Jonathan Majors Guilty While Gaza Still Grieves Ft. Nehad Khader
Q: How do we fix that messaging?
These are questions we have to think about. Who is responsible for spinning these narratives and what is it that they want?
Ep 314. Jonathan Majors Guilty While Gaza Still Grieves Ft. Nehad Khader
Q: Can you just share a little bit about your family's history?
My family's history is very much tied up in the history that Antoinette had mentioned in the episode. We're from a village southeast of Haifa in the Keramel Mountains, now a destroyed village.
Ep 319. Liberation In Troubled Times ft. Joèl Leon Live from Babel Loft
Q: What does 'easy' mean in the context of your life decisions?
It refers to the comfort of saying yes to what pleases me and no to what doesn't, recognizing the balance I need to maintain.

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2. Elijah Rhea
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4. J. Renee
5. Kickin It With Ki
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7. Dr. Yaba Blay
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