IF YOUR CURLS

Join CurlyWorld's founder, Lorraine Massey, on her new podcast, "If Your Curls Could Talk", in conversation with a diverse array of notable curly women sharing their unique curl journeys. Lorraine also shares curl advice with callers, like how to manage frizz or recover the beauty in every curl. Available now on all major podcast platforms.

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S1 E1 'Straight Back to Curls'

Host: Lorraine Massey | Guest: Mel Malebranche

October 21, 2024

In this episode, we have a heartfelt conversation with Mel Malebranche, who shares childhood memories and family traditions around hair. Mel opens up about her personal journey in embracing her natural curls and reflects on the history and impact of hair relaxers. We also hear from Abigail, a listener outside of Boston, seeking advice on maintaining healthy curls while swimming after a challenging operation...

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S1 E2 'The Hair & Now'

Host: Lorraine Massey | Guest: Mindy Greenstein

November 04, 2024

In this episode, Lorraine sits down with Mindy Greenstein, a straight shooter who shares her journey with humor and candor. Mindy talks about discovering Curly Girl: The Handbook, embracing her silver hair, and navigating life with a cancer diagnosis. Their conversation takes us to unexpected places, exploring her waves, science, philosophy, and colorful stories from Mindy’s childhood...

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S1 E3 'Curls are like Jazz'

Host: Lorraine Massey | Guest: Cyrille Aimee

November 18, 2024

In this episode, we feature two-time GRAMMY-nominated jazz vocalist Cyrille Aimee. Experience her musical journey, where the rhythm of curls meets the soulful sounds influenced by her childhood friendships with the Roma people. Cyrille shares her creative process in building the theme music for this podcast, inviting you to explore unexpected connections between jazz, curls, and the beauty of nature...

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S1 E4 'Curls & Pearls'

Host: Lorraine Massey | Guest: Marilena Anastasiadou

December 02, 2024

Imagine being a teenager in Greece, where a single haircut at 13 could transform your life forever. That's exactly what happened to our dear friend Marilena, whose emotional story about her curly hair journey is both heart-wrenching and uplifting. The curls she once hid away became a source of empowerment and self-acceptance, especially after she discovered the life-changing Curly Girl Method...

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S1 E5 'Our Hairy Heritage'

Host: Lorraine Massey | Guest: Myriam Gilles

December 16, 2024

Have you ever hesitated to step into a space that didn't feel like it was meant for you? Our guest, Miriam, knows this feeling all too well. She shares her insightful journey with curly hair and the complex dynamics of "good hair" in the Black community, rooted in her Haitian heritage. From her initial reservations about visiting a salon that seemed exclusive and finding a place of acceptance, Miriam's story is a powerful reminder of how deeply intertwined hair is with personal and cultural identity...

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The CurlyWorld Blog

Check out our Curl Companion Blog for new Curl-relevant content from Lorraine, the CW team, Renowned Curl Experts / Stylists, and Curly Guest bloggers from various industries.

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02.
Identify Your Curly Type

To guide you in caring for your curls, we recommend daily routines that are unique to each curl type: S’Wavy, Wavy, Cherub, Botticelli, Corkscrew, Corkicelli, Fractal.

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CW Training Academy

The CurlyWorld Training Academy offers a unique level of in-person, hands-on training with Lorraine Massey, the developer of the Curl-by-Curl® cutting technique and the CG Method.

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CW POD

In each episode, Lorraine invites guests to answer the question: "If your curls could talk, what would they say?" Lorraine dives deep into the real, raw, and inspiring journeys behind every curl. In these candid and intimate conversations, you'll hear from a diverse range of women—from clinical psychologists and cancer survivors to musicians—sharing their unique experiences.

With heartfelt advice and expert tips, Lorraine also tackles listener questions, from protecting curls post-surgery to managing frizz and rediscovering the beauty in every strand. Don’t miss a beat, whether you're celebrating your own natural hair journey or seeking empowering advice.