For Black Women, Hair Has Always Been the Story

from We Are Spiraling · host Priya Anand

Two listeners of this show share how their hair has been a key part of their stories as Black women. We also discuss why Coco Gauff’s hair became something she had to defend, and what happens when media tries to erase Black hair. Subscribe to our Substack for behind-the-scenes stories: WeAreSpiraling.comFollow Priya on Instagram and TikTokMAYURA waitlist and InstagramFind this show on Instagram and TikTok for bonus clips.

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