Welcome to the first episode of Curly and Confident! Join hosts Emily Palacios and Salisha Thomas as we delve deep into our personal stories of curls and confidence, exploring our dreams for the podcast and the unique journeys that have shaped our curly-haired identities.
In this episode, we talk about:
Who Are We?: Get to know your hosts better as we share more about our backgrounds, passions, and what drives us.
The Two Types of Men: Our experiences with different types of men and how their perceptions of beauty have influenced our self-esteem and hair journeys.
Our Curly Hair Journeys: A deeper dive into our personal curly hair journeys, from childhood to adulthood, and the lessons we've learned along the way.
The Little Voice in Your Head: Discussing the internal dialogue we all have and how it can impact our confidence and self-image.
Being the Outsider and Feeling the Need to Conform: Reflecting on times when we felt like outsiders and the pressures we faced to conform to societal beauty standards.
Similarities Create a Connection: How finding common ground with others has helped us build connections and foster a sense of belonging.
Seeing Textured Hair as the Enemy: Exploring the negative perceptions of textured hair and how we've worked to overcome them.
Hiding Behind a Wig: Our experiences with wigs, the reasons we've used them, and what we've learned about authenticity and self-expression.
Should Celebrities Be Transparent About What It Takes to Look the Way They Look?: Debating whether celebrities should be more open about the effort and resources behind their glamorous appearances.
Orthodox Jewish Women and Their Wigs: A look at the cultural and religious significance of wigs for Orthodox Jewish women and what we can learn from their practices.
Our Hopes for the Show: Sharing our vision and hopes for Curly and Confident as we continue to grow and connect with our listeners.
So, grab your favorite curly hair product and join us as we laugh, share, and celebrate the curly hair journey together on Curly and Confident!
Remember, your curls are your crown, and you wear them with pride. Stay confident, stay fabulous, and stay tuned for more episodes dropping on the last Tuesday of every month. See you next time!