Episodes
Think about this. Is advocacy for natural hair necessary? Is it even effective? Does it get the job done? Or ar there more silent and tactical ways to let the whole world know that natural hair is beautiful, and a healthy way of wearing our hair? Join us in this interesting discussion on this episode. Also included are the blog round up segment, and African Naturalistas in the past seven days. Please rate, review, and subscribe in itunes by clicking here, and then click view in iTunes....
Published 06/22/14
Published 06/22/14
In this episode, we explore eight major causes of natural hair breakage, after emphasising on the fact that most times, natural hair breakage is more of a technique issue, rather than a product issue. Really eye-opening episode. Also included are the blog round up segment, and African Naturalistas in the past seven days. Please rate, review, and subscribe in itunes by clicking here, and then click view in iTunes. www.africanaturalistas.com
Published 06/15/14
The choice of whether to use hot or cold water to wash our natural hair is one that creates confusion for a lot of ladies, but this shouldn't be the case. To make that choice, there are some things we need to know, and we must also be result-oriented. Once the right information is in place, all other things will follow. Also included are the blog round up segment, and African Naturalistas in the past seven days. Please rate, review, and subscribe in itunes by clicking here, and then click...
Published 06/01/14
Many things in life respond to us, just the way we treat them, and our hair is not excluded. If we want our hair to thrive and bloom, we must learn to love it, treat it well, pamper it, and deliberately pamper it. In short, respect your hair. Also included are the blog round up segment, and African Naturalistas in the past seven days. Please rate, review, and subscribe in itunes by clicking here, and then click view in iTunes. www.africanaturalistas.com
Published 05/25/14
Don't get this term mixed up or twisted. Some people air their opinions, while some are just plain bullies. This is a menace we need to thrash out. Just in case you are confused about who a Natural Hair Nazi is, this episode is for you. Also included are the blog round up segment, and African Naturalistas in the past seven days. Please rate, review, and subscribe in itunes by clicking here, and then click view in iTunes. www.africanaturalistas.com
Published 05/18/14
Why does something as simple as the definition of natural hair cause controversy between black women? Is there an ideal definition of natural hair? If yes, what is it? This episode lends an insight to this controversial topic. Also included are the blog round up segment, and African Naturalistas in the past seven days. Please rate, review, and subscribe in itunes by clicking here, and then click view in iTunes. www.africanaturalistas.com
Published 05/11/14
Do some women overdo it, when it comes to making their children's hair, all because they want their daughters to look good, trendy, and fashionable? At what point do we begin to sacrifice our daughters' natural hair for trends? Where do we draw the line? Also included are the blog round up segment, and African Naturalistas in the past seven days. Please rate, review, and subscribe in itunes by clicking here, and then click view in iTunes. www.africanaturalistas.com
Published 05/04/14
Here, we tackle, head on, a controversial topic. Are many ladies with natural hair bullies? Some people have said we put ourselves on a high horse, and discriminate against our relaxed sisters. Some have even said they notice some element of discrimination even among sisters in natural hair community. Are all these true? Well, only one way to find out. Listen to the discussion on this week's episode. Also included are the blog round up segment, and African Naturalistas in the past seven days....
Published 04/27/14
In this episode, we tackle one problem common to black women, how to regrow and maintain the edges of our hair. We offer and explain simple and effective things you can do to make sure we have those farmland edges we've always desired. Also included are the blog round up segment, and African Naturalistas in the past seven days. Please rate, review, and subscribe in itunes by clicking here, and then click view in iTunes. www.africanaturalistas.com
Published 04/20/14
We understand that some women want to go natural, but hesitate to make the final decision because of one or two uncertainties. Some others have gone natural, but are not enjoying their hair journey so far, due to unmet expectations. In this episode, we give you tips on how to wear your hair naturally, without becoming frustrated. Also included are the blog round up segment, and African Naturalistas in the past seven days. Please rate, review, and subscribe in itunes by clicking here, and then...
Published 04/06/14
Many women face one stereotype or the other when it comes to wearing their hair naturally at the workplace. Some others have faced discrimination and harsh comments from colleagues or bosses. In this episode, we give realistic ways of successfully wearing your hair naturally in the workplace, without being weighed down by criticisms. Also included are the blog round up segment, and African Naturalistas in the past seven days. Please rate, review, and subscribe in itunes by clicking here, and...
Published 03/30/14
Many ladies are faced with the difficult situation of dealing with partners who do not like natural hair. This has cause many ladies to carry their hair in textures they don't like, thereby creating lack of self-satisfaction, while some others have damned the consequences, and done what they like, thereby leading to friction in relationships. In this episode, we present realistic ways of dealing with this situation, should we ever find ourselves in one, or know anyone who is facing one right...
Published 03/23/14
This podcast edition relays simple things we can incorporate into our hair care regimen, that would help us maintain a state of healthy scalp, thereby ridding off issues of constant and embarrassing itches. Also included are the blog round up segment, and African Naturalistas in the past seven days. Please rate, review, and subscribe in itunes by clicking here, and then click view in iTunes. www.africanaturalistas.com
Published 03/17/14
Many naturals dread salon visits, because of the ignorance of many stylists. Salon visits don't have to be a journey to hell if we are deliberate about the experience. Here, we inform you about the things to do in order to make sure your salon experiences are a pleasant one. Also included are the blog round up segment, and African Naturalistas in the past seven days. Please rate, review, and subscribe in itunes by clicking here, and then click view in iTunes. www.africanaturalistas.com
Published 03/09/14
We state, in this episode, realistic ways of maintaining your natural hair while pregnant, because we know the additional stress of taking care of our hair, amongst other things can take its toll on us. Remember, we are here to help you in your journey. Also included are the blog round up segment, and African Naturalistas in the past seven days. Please rate, review, and subscribe in itunes by clicking here, and then click view in iTunes. www.africanaturalistas.com
Published 03/02/14
No one leaps over a wall before first trying to find out what is on the other side of the wall. Here are some things you should do before you take the leap to being natural. Also included are the blog round up segment, and African Naturalistas in the past seven days. Please rate, review, and subscribe in itunes by clicking here, and then click view in iTunes. www.africanaturalistas.com
Published 02/23/14
Most likely, we are familiar with the many guidelines to follow to achieve our goal of healthy natural hair. Unfortunately, these guidelines come across as rules sometimes, which causes some people to openly rebel, because we don't want people forcing opinions down our throats. It is important to note that these are guidelines, and it is our duty to do what works best for us. Also included are the blog round up segment, and African Naturalistas in the past seven days. Please rate, review, and...
Published 02/16/14
Sometimes, after we take time to care for our hair and make it look gorgeous, we step out and no one seems to notice our hair. Here is a reason why you might not be getting the hair compliments many women crave. Also included are the blog round up segment, and African Naturalistas in the past seven days. Please rate, review, and subscribe in itunes by clicking here, and then click view in iTunes. www.africanaturalistas.com
Published 02/10/14
In this episode, we talk about the reasons why you should enjoy your natural hair while it is short. Some naturalistas are always in a hurry for their hair to grow long, thereby not enjoying the short stage of their hair, which is really where the freedom lies. Also included are the blog round up segment, and African Naturalistas in the past seven days. Please rate, review, and subscribe in itunes by clicking here, and then click view in iTunes. www.africanaturalistas.com
Published 02/02/14
In this episode, we talk about the harmful hair practices we can adopt that would jeaopardise our hair, by making protective styles harmful to us. Also included are the blog round up segment, and African Naturalistas in the past seven days. Please rate, review, and subscribe in itunes by clicking here, and then click view in iTunes. www.africanaturalistas.com
Published 01/27/14
In this episode, we dispel the six most common natural hair myths being peddled around. Please rate, review, and subscribe in itunes by clicking here, and then click view in iTunes. www.africanaturalistas.com
Published 01/27/14
Do you know that there are some information about your hair that you can actually learn from the hair strands that fall off your hair? Please rate, review, and subscribe in itunes by clicking here, and then click view in iTunes. www.africanaturalistas.com
Published 01/27/14
Pros and cons of Finger and Actual combing methods, AN round up. Please rate, review, and subscribe in itunes by clicking here, and then click view in iTunes. www.africanaturalistas.com
Published 01/27/14
In this pilot episode, we address the popular statement, 'It's just hair', made by many people for whatever reasons best known to them. Please rate, review, and subscribe in itunes by clicking here, and then click view in iTunes. www.africanaturalistas.com
Published 01/27/14