We Are Spiraling
Priya AnandWe talk about curly hair to learn more about our culture — from how we perceive ourselves to how the world sees us.
Priya Anand, an award-winning journalist whose work has been featured in Bloomberg, Businessweek, the Wall Street Journal, Buzzfeed and Politico, turns her investigative eye to her lifelong obsession: curly hair.
You might think: curly hair, how much is there to say? A whole podc... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 11 | Founded | 6 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureFashion & BeautyArts | |||
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New York state law now requires cosmetology schools to teach students how to work with curly hair.
We trace the history of haircutting and ask why it took so long for curly hair to be acknowledged. And we talk to Roxy Reaves, founder of Oakland, Ca... more
We speak with two Native American hair artists about the indigenous philosophy that hair is an extension of your spirit and energy. John Parker works on Hollywood films and television shows, and brought that ethos into hair design for Killers Of The ... more
We interview three comedians, Noah Grossman, Nemma Adeni and Molly Brenner, to find out if our hot take holds water and dig into how they think about their appearances while playing themselves.
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When did men of all ages get a broccoli cut? And how do they feel about themselves when they get a makeover deep into adulthood? We investigate this shift, from K-Pop to TikTok and the fact that these days more people are swiping right on curly guys.... more
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- Wildness
Curlies unite.
A wonderful call to delight for those of us with joyful, bountiful, wildness of curls.
And yes. We’re funnier.
Apple Podcasts5YAY T
United Statesa month ago - Super interesting
Never knew of all these secret curlies or even the bias that curly hair is unprofessional. Maybe because I grew up during 80s perm days. I had straight hair that went wavy then more straight. Then I got “chemo curls”. I would love an episode on that—I didn’t mind the hair change as I was just happy it grew back. But it’s definitely been a product journey and figuring out how to manage them. I also blow it out now because I did like my straighter hair.
Apple Podcasts5MaPe1776United States3 months ago - Curls power
I love how this podcast brings pride and joy to the curly hair nation. I recommended because it is enjoyable to hear.
Apple Podcasts5Going gone loveUnited States3 months ago - So fun!
I love your podcast and look forward to the next episode. Also more info on your product line. I’ve tried almost every product ever made to tame my curls over the years. Today I simply accept and enjoy the wildness of my hair!
Apple Podcasts5Anna McCuneUnited States4 months ago - Incredible storytelling!
I love the personal stories that really call attention to the total lack of care towards curly culture/people in society.
Apple Podcasts5JayzemontUnited States4 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #49 | United States/Arts/Fashion & Beauty |
Apple Podcasts | #169 |  United Kingdom/Arts/Fashion & Beauty |
Apple Podcasts | #39 |  Germany/Arts/Fashion & Beauty |
Apple Podcasts | #74 |  Australia/Arts/Fashion & Beauty |
Apple Podcasts | #9 |  Israel/Arts/Fashion & Beauty |
Apple Podcasts | #17 |  Singapore/Arts/Fashion & Beauty |
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What is We Are Spiraling about and what kind of topics does it cover?
The show centers on curly hair as a lens for culture, identity, and representation. Conversations weave personal memory, historical context, and industry dynamics—ranging from Hollywood depictions and political scrutiny to Indigenous hair sovereignty and kitchen culture—highlighting how hair becomes a site for storytelling, bias, and empowerment. Notable strengths include investigative framing by a seasoned journalist, a willingness to tackle sensitive topics with candor, and a willingness to connect everyday appearance to broad social issues. Listeners can expect deep-dive interviews with artists, professionals, and researchers who bring historical, cultural, and practical perspectives on curly hair, making it appealing to those curious ab... more
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Recent guests on We Are Spiraling include:
1. John Parker
2. Selina McManus
3. Noah Grossman
4. Nemma Adeni
5. Molly Brenner
6. Alan Zhao
7. Carla Lalli
8. Janet Stevens
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