In today's episode we're diving deep into the age-old question: Can you truly fall in love without seeing someone? 🤍 In a world dominated by dating apps and reality shows, it's a hot topic worth exploring! Here’s what you can expect:
In this episode:
02:01 This week’s topic: Is Love Really Blind?
05:44 Can you fall in love with someone without seeing them?
08:51 Even King Henry VIII got catfished in his time
14:40 Does appearance matter for everyone?
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Unpacking the Elvis movie: Is it a tribute or just a cash grab? 🎤💰 Join us as we dive deep into its impact, influences, and whether it's worth your time!
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In this episode:
05:08 Rating the Elvis movie
08:45 Elvis doesn’t really influence artists today
13:47 Honour your genre's roots, don’t steal from them
21:06 Elvis movie was made just to make money
27:05 Is Elvis movie worth watching?
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In this episode, we dive deep into the tough questions around cancel culture, ethics in art, and whether we can (or should) separate artists from their personal history.
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Highlights include:
05:53 Why is prosecution happening now after so long?
08:09 This argument doesn’t really matter
12:53 Can bad morals outweigh good music for you?
18:56 Consuming media doesn’t condone a behaviour
23:35 Where do you draw the line?
30:10 Can people in prison change?
38:36 Are you wrong for listening to someone with a terrible history?
47:08 Cancelling people/artists doesn’t matter in real life
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We dive deep into the hygiene debate. Is showering daily necessary or overrated? We explore cultural perspectives, personal habits, and even dig into why different communities might approach cleanliness differently.
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In this episode:
02:22 This week’s topic: Should You Shower Everyday?
02:55 It’s a thing for White people to not shower everyday
05:57 Do Black people who are around Black people shower everyday?
10:05 G said showering everyday is too much
14:03 Would it harm you to wash more often?
17:48 Why is African B.O. stronger than White B.O.?
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Today, G and I talk about everything Oasis: The reunion, Rock music, ticket prices in the early 2000’s vs now
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In this episode:
02:25 This week’s topic: Oasis Surge Pricing Fair?
05:34 Oasis are not that special
10:44 They should ensure affordability for all age groups
13:27 Oasis reunion sure is just for show
20:51 Noel & Liam just did it as they were bored of being asked when are they getting back together
24:15 Reddit/AITA
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Today we are talking about something we both love almost as much as we love ourselves: FOOD
We discuss our palettes, and I am sure you’d be surprised by what you hear 👀
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In this episode:
03:21 This week’s topic: Who Decides What You Eat
08:33 G doesn’t have a choice between plain and spiced meal
16:29 Chik’s palette is more plain and less spice
26:06 Would Uncle Roger approve of Chik's fried rice?
41:06 Our grandparents’ generation are better cooks than today's generation
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Today we have tackled a very tough subject about the things going on in the UK & Ireland. A lot of misinformation has given fire to a lot of unnecessary hurt for people who do not deserve it.
In this episode:
03:13 This week’s topic: Political Protests or Racist Riots?
03:40 Where did it start from?
08:31 People claiming asylum aren’t allowed to get paid work
12:48 Immigrants are given different rules based in skin colour
16:42 The problem are the politicians
22:30 Foreign nationals mostly do the jobs no one wants to or can do
35:02 Some people in Northern Ireland are also kind
48:08 Would education or experience work when encountering these situations?
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Knowing FULL well that we don't have a say in the election coming up in November we get a bit political in this episode. Since our for you and explore pages have been full with the American election.
PS. This was filmed before Biden took his name off the ticket.
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In this episode:
00:25 Topic: Trump vs. Biden
03:23 There might be shady organisations involved that do things on their behalf
08:21 Biden's side told him to step down
11:03 What's Biden done that's gonna be memorable for the Americans?
15:38 Trump's more inclined to look out for domestic interests versus what the country needs
18:51 Trump's someone who wants to fight for the American people
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We discuss a topic that has been trending currently and no surprise that we both have different opinions on this particular topic, which shows how we’ve experienced life from different points of view.
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In this episode:
01:00 This week's topic: Man vs. Bear
05:40 The population of criminal men has a small percentage of the overall population of men
10:11 Would you take the chance that a man will help you?
15:33 Men are more capable of survival instincts than women
19:20 Women wouldn’t dare to help anyone, especially men
33:19 Reddit
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Whilst we like to keep these podcasts light hearted and fun, we think it’s important to discuss important topics we cover in our day to day life. Neither of us grew up with family openly talking about finances or female breadwinners, never mind prenups.
Hopefully, our views open a discussion that might one day protect someone whether or not you are for or against prenups.
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In this episode:
00:53 This week’s topic: Prenup: For or Against
02:22 Our relationship is like a business
05:02 Getting a prenup is a smart decision
08:25 Prenups feel like you’re setting yourself up for a fall
16:34 As a woman, protect yourself and be smart at making decisions
24:54 Reddit
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If you know us you know we love movies, music and comedy so this episode really got us thinking about why these are our loves.
We really do need to give a huge shout out to local N.I comedians, especially for inspiring us with their creativity.
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In this episode:
01:10 This week’s topic: Stand Up Comedy VS Movies
07:28 Comedy standards are better in Ireland
12:09 Some people just forget what comedians are
16:46 Movies can bring emotions out of you
21:38 There are great Irish movies that are underrated
28:15 Reddit
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Whilst someone cleary came dressed letting us know where her heart lay, this was still a really interesting debate!
Who would you pick?
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In this episode:
00:38 This week’s topic: Dancehall VS Afro Beats
01:53 Difference of Dancehall and Afro Beats
05:00 Modern dancehall and afro beats artists are more commercialised
11:36 Dancehall has more variety
19:38 Mostly Africans listen to Afro Beats
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BeyHive vs Swifties - which side are you on?
I think we surprised each other on this one 👀
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In this episode:
00:42 This week’s topic: Beyonce vs Taylor Swift
03:37 Taylor Swift and Beyonce are both greedy
05:10 Beyonce’s new album is awful
06:22 Taylor Swift’s NPR was crap
10:41 Taylor Swift’s music is the same all the time
19:45 Reddit
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Zambia vs Ireland, potatoes vs nshima, which will win?
Spoiler alert, you’re dealing with two stubborn people who didn’t expect to talk about their native foods for so long 🤣
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In this episode:
00:35 This week’s topic: Potatoes Vs Nshima
01:54 What is Nshima?
13:47 Is potato a superior ingredient?
15:18 Most African and Asian households are not taught to cook with measurements
20:18 Nshima is cooked the same way every time unlike potatoes
29:38 Reddit
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An easily divisive topic but as a black Zambian born Brit, dating a white Northern Ireland born Irish man (what a tongue twister…), what are our views on the island of Ireland?
Leave your thoughts in the comments below!
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In this episode:
01:07 Topic this week: United Ireland: For or Against
01:42 Quick history of Ireland
06:43 Do Protestants and Catholics have political issues?
09:14 Has things been better this year (2024)
11:41 Are we better off without the army, soldiers, checkpoints etc.?
24:54 People in Northern Ireland for a long time have not voted on policy
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We might have met on a dating app but we don’t agree on which one we would get rid of…
In this episode:
01:42 Today’s topic: Online vs Real Life Dating
07:52 G’s first impression
16:15 Pros and cons of dating
16:45 How do you view the concept of dating apps?
25:28 What do you think about being set up with someone?
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Would you pay your spouse's family to marry them?
Not going to lie, we thought this would be a quick discussion but introducing someone to your culture & traditions, especially when there can be negative connotations means sometimes you need to come back to certain conversations.
Will G pay a bride price? Will Chik find a happy compromise?
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In this episode:
01:32 This weeks topic: Bride Price
03:11 How does it work?
06:21 Bride Price = Selling their daughter to a man for an agreed price
12:19 How it feels as a woman when they say this is your worth
24:58 Should you get rid of the tradition in this day and age?
29:32 Would you adapt the concept if it was outside of your cultural traditions?
41:43 As an African daughter your work is never done so how can we feel safer setting up a man with a home who might switch up on us?
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What happens when you mix two foodies and two cultures? Some very strong opinions that’s what!
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In this episode:
02:26 Today’s topic: Zambian food vs Irish food
03:18 What is Nshima?
08:06 Irish stew is like dog food
23:46 Does all Zambian cuisine have tomato and onion in it?
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Whilst we might not have followed tradition by moving in together before marriage, we are quite a traditional couple. It just happens that we have chosen a slightly different path to marriage which for both of us was mostly about making sure we were actually in a healthy relationship before committing.
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In this episode:
01:12 This week’s topic: Marriage [01:12]
04:46 In rural part of Zambia, young girls are married to older men [04:46]
05:06 Is G for or against marriage? [05:16]
08:29 People don’t go into marriage for the right reasons [08:29]
09:46 Men propose because they have to rather than they want to [9:46]
11:19 Is a blessing by the church necessary if you elope? [11:19]
12:48 Marriage is technically just a bit of paper, there should be a prior commitment [12:48]
18:21 People are still naive about the real meaning of marriage [18:21]
20:22 Some people change when they get married [20:22]
25:34 Family vs relatives after marriage [25:34]
31:13 Reddit [31:13]
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Did you know there are two Black History months? Do we need any Black History Months?
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In this episode:
02:11 This week’s topic: Black History Month [02:11]
02:58 What’s the point of Black History Month? [02:58]
04:33 G thinks it’s silly [04:33]
07:09 The only African history taught in G’s schools was the ancient Egyptians [07:09]
08:43 Are we all taught the same black historical figures [08:43]
11:48 English schools teaching Black History through the slave trade [11:48]
13:30 Life as a black content creator, influencer & entrepreneur [13:30]
16:01 Chik: “I say no to Black History Month” [16:01]
17:10 Pick issues that are relevant to the people you’re teaching - no issues in schools should be off the table [17:10]
19:20 Black people seem to have their story highlighted for a month [19:20]
20:38 Whitewashing of history - Ancient Egyptians [20:38]
27:58 How else can you educate people? [27:58]
31:23 Where does Chik fit in as a black person? [31:23]
33:29 Some books written by black women are banned in America [33:29]
37:50 Summary: For or against Black History Month? [37:50]
37:57 Reddit [37:57]
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