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Unraveling the Knots

Unraveling the Knots

Ganiyat S 95 Episodes Sep 15, 2026

Unraveling the Knots (UTK) is a bi-weekly podcast that celebrates natural hair in all its curly forms. It covers lifestyle, history, controversies, and beauty practices related to natural hair. The show aims to foster a space of empowerment and authenticity for its listeners. Hosted by Ganiyat S, the podcast explores the cultural and personal significance of natural hair.

Episodes

Shedding, Breakage or Hair Loss? Know the Difference
Shedding, Breakage or Hair Loss? Know the Difference Sep 15, 2026 1207 Hair in your hands can be unsettling. But is it normal shedding, breakage or something that deserves closer attention?In this episode of Unraveling the Knots, we unpack the difference between shedding, breakage and hair loss, the clues each can leave behind, and what you should pay attention to before assuming the worst.We also talk about length retention, scalp changes, styling tension and why re
Are Hair Oils Actually Doing What We  Think?
Are Hair Oils Actually Doing What We Think? Sep 1, 2026 1711 Hair oils have been part of textured hair care for generations...but are they doing everything we think they are?In this episode of Unraveling the Knots, we unpack what oils can and cannot do for hair. From moisture and sealing to breakage, scalp care and hair-growth claims, this conversation separates useful oil practices from expectations that may be asking one bottle to do far too much.We also
Are Black-Owned Hair Care Brands Being Targeted with The 4C Hijabi
Are Black-Owned Hair Care Brands Being Targeted with The 4C Hijabi Aug 18, 2026 5193 Are Black-owned hair care brands being held to a different standard?In this episode of the UTK Podcast, hair coach and educator Rahma Suleiman, also known as The 4C Hijabi, joins the conversation about criticism, accountability and the realities facing Black-owned hair care brands.We explore what intentional and unintentional targeting can look like, why Black-owned and Black-marketed are not inte
Flat Twists or Cornrows? What Your Scalp Has Been Trying to Tell You
Flat Twists or Cornrows? What Your Scalp Has Been Trying to Tell You Aug 4, 2026 1143 You have probably heard that protective styles help your hair grow. But have you ever stopped to ask whether your hair actually feels protected?In this episode of the UTK Podcast, Ganiyat shares her first experience wearing flat twists and why the experience challenged everything she believed about protective styling. What started as trying a new hairstyle quickly became a lesson in comfort, scalp
Why Afro-Textured Hair Deserves Proof with Nathan Puksta
Why Afro-Textured Hair Deserves Proof with Nathan Puksta Jul 21, 2026 3097 In this episode of the UTK Podcast, we sit down with Nathan Puksta, Founder and CEO of Filament Sciences, for one of our most thought-provoking conversations yet.For years, Black customers have bought products promising to help them reach their hair goals...only to discover those claims were never properly tested on people with Afro-textured hair.Together, we explore why "clean beauty" i
Mid-2026 Hair Goals Check-In: What’s Working & What’s Changing
Mid-2026 Hair Goals Check-In: What’s Working & What’s Changing Jul 7, 2026 1276 At the start of each year, many of us set ambitious hair goals. Then life happens.In this episode of the UTK Podcast, Ganiyat shares an honest mid-year review of her natural hair journey, celebrating progress, admitting setbacks, and reflecting on the lessons learned along the way.From inconsistent deep conditioning and changing salon boundaries to surprising protective style decisions and learnin
Hair, Art and Masculinity Conversations with The Story Priest
Hair, Art and Masculinity Conversations with The Story Priest Jun 23, 2026 3427 For the first time on the UTK Podcast beauty community, we talk hair with a male guest.In this special 90th episode, we sit down with Nigerian screenwriter and director, Emmanuel 'Story Priest' Adejo  to explore hair, identity, masculinity and creativity. From navigating stereotypes to finding confidence in self-expression, Emmanuel shares thoughtful reflections on growing natural hair,
Are Hair Accessories Keeping You From Your Hair Goals?
Are Hair Accessories Keeping You From Your Hair Goals? Jun 9, 2026 1262 From rubber bands and metal clips to fabric-covered elastics and slick buns, this episode explores how everyday accessories affects hair. We breakdown the mechanical and biological cost of tight, rough, or poorly chosen accessories, including breakage and hair loss.Tune in to learn how to choose better, style smarter, and protect your hair goals without losing your personality.Listen now and rethi
Our Crazy Hair Stories: Lessons, Regrets  & Laughs
Our Crazy Hair Stories: Lessons, Regrets & Laughs May 26, 2026 2629 In this funny and honest episode of Unraveling the Knots, we share our craziest hair stories and lessons learnt.From a homemade gel experiment gone wrong to unexpected trims, painful hairstyles, questionable salon choices, and one very confusing “texturized, not relaxed” moment, this episode is full of the hair stories Naturalistas know too well.If natural hair stories, salon drama, hair mishaps,
Is It Really Safe To Tint Your Hair? The L’Oréal Hair  Dye Controversy
Is It Really Safe To Tint Your Hair? The L’Oréal Hair Dye Controversy May 12, 2026 1169 Discover the shocking truth behind popular hair dyes and why your safety depends on where you live. This episode of Unraveling the Knots dives into recent findings exposing dangerous ingredients like methylene chloride in major hair dye brands. We explore the massive regulatory divide between the US and Europe, revealing why thousands of toxic chemicals are banned in the EU but remain on shelves i
The Great Unraveling: Reclaiming Your Roots Beyond the Braid
The Great Unraveling: Reclaiming Your Roots Beyond the Braid Apr 28, 2026 1115 Discover why a global movement is unfolding as people trade synthetic extensions for authentic, braid-free living. This episode unpacks the hidden costs of braided "protective" styles, revealing how sustainability and self acceptance are driving a new era of hair freedom. Learn how global policies are finally validating natural textures in professional spaces. Tune in to transform your h
The Bond Repair Truth:  Can You Actually Fix  Damaged Hair?
The Bond Repair Truth: Can You Actually Fix Damaged Hair? Apr 14, 2026 1254 For years, the "big chop" was the only solution for natural hair damaged by heat or chemicals. Today, molecular science offers a different path through bond repair treatments. In this episode of the utk podcast, we investigate whether these products provide a permanent fix or just expensive hype. We break down the difference between surface moisture and internal repair, helping you decid

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