Podcasts by Black Gals Livin
Two girls from London and Essex chatting about mental health, pop culture and random shenanigans.
Hosted by Vic and Jas.
Holla at us using the hashtag #blackgalslivin
Follow us on Twitter, Insta & TikTok
https://twitter.com/blackgalslivin + https://www.instagram.com/blackgalslivin/ + https://www.tiktok.com/@blackgalslivin?lang=en
Vic's socials:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/victoriasanusi + Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vicsanusi/
Jas' socials:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jas_bw + Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jas_bw/
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178. Tinder Swindler and the case of the ex ft Leoni Joyce from 2022-02-14T00:00
Hey guys! We're back with another guest episode with the beautifully talented Leoni Joyce! We talk about everything from the pressure of home ownership, content creation, Tinder Swindler and whethe...
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176. "Pick me...choose me" from 2022-01-31T00:00
Hey guys! We're back with another long episode for you. This week we talk about friendship dates and whether that could ever be a thing. We also talk about changes that can happen when you have a c...
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174. Shower of shenanigans / Do you spray perfume before bed? from 2022-01-17T00:00
Hey BGL-ers! We're finally back in the studio! On this week's episode we talk about people that wallow in your unhappiness, our delivery service stories and our thoughts on Amazon Prime's 'Harlem'<...
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172. Anti-depressant changes //TW from 2022-01-03T00:00
Happy New Year lovelies! Welcome back to another episode of BGL where we talk about changing dosages of our anti-depressants, the TV show Succession and people that love to spoil things.
TW (31...
169. WTF?! from 2021-12-13T00:00
Hey huns! Welcome back to another episode of BGL where it has truly been a week of wtf? We talk about Adele's beef with Jas, Christmas Party gate and a mental health check in.
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167. Bonnet-gate ft Kaz from 2021-11-29T00:00
Hey guys! We are back with another episode with the beautiful Kaz Kamwi from Love Island. We talk to her about her experience being on the show, her current relationship and what she has been up to...
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165. "Reality TV is the best and worst thing" ft Rachel Finni from 2021-11-15T00:00
BGLers we are back with another episode with the beautiful Rachel Finni from Love Island. We talk to her about her experience being the first black bombshell on the show and the public reaction. We...
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164. The New Blxck ft Brent & Tobi Rachel from 2021-11-08T00:00
BGL Fam we are back with another episode with the lovely Brent and Tobi Rachel. Brent gives us all the tea on his media company The New Blxck and why he likes to be mysterious!
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161. Growing up black ft Mel & Natalie (BGBC) from 2021-10-18T09:49
Hey loves! We are back with another episode for you guys with the amazingly talented Mel and Nat from Black Girls Book Club. We talk about all things from growing up as the eldest sibling and famil...
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159. "Where are you from?" from 2021-10-03T23:00
Hey loves! We are back with another episode where we talk about the awkward conversation when you ask people where they are from. We also talk about (TW) violence against women.
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157. Can you trust someone who would pick dinner with Jay Z over £500k? from 2021-09-19T23:00
Hey loves! We are back with another episode for you guys, talking about why Rihanna wore a duvet to the Met Gala and why Meg didn't paint her toes :(
Would you go out with your toes not done?
155. Drake clearly loves us! & Yam Carnival from 2021-09-05T23:00
BGL babes! We are back with another episode for you guys, where we talk about our experience at Yam Carnival. Were you there? If yes, what did you think? We also talk about the main man Drake and h...
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BGL x Love Island: Our final thoughts 2021 ft Leanne Amaning from 2021-08-25T20:47
Hey lovelies, we are back with another Love Island episode. We are joined by the beautiful Leanne Amaning from the Winter Love Island series and we discuss our final thoughts on this year's series....
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153. Bringing food from home to work, debt and making new friends from 2021-08-22T23:00
Welcome back to another episode of Black Gals Livin'! On this week's episode, we ask the important questions like 'where the hell can we find the Pantene Gold Series repair mask these days?' We als...
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BGL x Love Island: Abuse has no place on national television from 2021-08-11T23:08
Hey-hey! We're back with another Love Island episode, where we talk about Faye's awful abusive rant (TW). We talk about Jake's iconic meme and who we want out next (Faye, it is Faye we want out nex...
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151. The Gyal Crosser ft Jack Fowler from 2021-08-08T23:00
Welcome back to another episode of Black Gals Livin'! On this week's episode, we are joined with the ladies' favourite, Jack Fowler! We talk about all things from height, his Love Island experience...
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BGL x Love Island: Moving Mad in Casa Amor ft Nikki from 2021-07-28T23:34
Hey loves, we are back with another Love Island episode. We are joined by the beautiful and talented Nikki Diaries and we discuss all that went down in the Villa this week, including Hugo's shockin...
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149. To bonnet or not to bonnet? from 2021-07-25T23:00
Welcome back to another episode of Black Gals Livin'! On this week's episode, we talk about the things we do as women to appease men, and the Gen Z v Millenial beef
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BGL x Love Island: Does girl/boy code exist in the villa? from 2021-07-15T14:22
Hey loves, we are back with another Love Island episode. We talk discuss whether "Girl Code" exists in the villa and how the relationships between the boys and the girls differ. Vic also goes into ...
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147. Emotionally unavailable men & being on 6 figures in the UK from 2021-07-11T23:00
Welcome back to another episode of Black Gals Livin'! On this week's episode, we talk about how we can navigate emotionally unavailable men. We also get an insight on what it is like to be on 6 fig...
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BGL x Love Island: Foot Fetishes are now a trend ft Thank You Next Pod from 2021-06-29T23:41
SURPRISE! We thought that we would surprise you with a mini-series of Love Island this year - a show we both love! We are joined by the amazing 'Thank You Next Podcast' and discuss all of our first...
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145. Mr Hand-on-cock & Too Hot to Handle from 2021-06-27T23:00
Why is our country so unserious please? Our MPs have been having affairs left, right and centre! On this week's episode we talk about THAT picture and also some other people who want to get hot and...
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143. Don't forget to check on your strong friends! from 2021-06-13T23:00
Welcome back to another week with Black Gals Livin'! On this week's ep we talk about being the strong friend in relationships and friends treating you like their man. Have you ever experienced this...
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141. "I'm more than happy to be a loser" from 2021-05-30T23:00
Welcome back to another week with Black Gals Livin'! On this week's ep we are completely baffled at who David Letterman is lol! We do a small lil review of the latest episode of Blue Therapy and we...
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139. Blue Therapy & the Joe Budden Podcast beef from 2021-05-16T23:00
Welcome back to another week with Black Gals Livin'! On this week's ep we talk about Blue Therapy and whether we think it is real or not. What do you think? We also talk about the importance of sor...
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137. Overcoming anxiety, following your passions & bad hygiene ft Ray Blk from 2021-05-02T23:00
Welcome back to another week with Black Gals Livin'! On this week's ep we are joined with our special guest, Ray Blk, an extremely talented black British singer. We talk about everything from The W...
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135. That got emotional REAL quick! from 2021-04-18T23:00
Welcome back to another week with Black Gals Livin'! On this week's ep we reminisce about when we lost our minds (please note: not for the squeamish). We also talk about the new show due to air on ...
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133. That Race Report & male TV leads from 2021-04-04T23:00
Welcome back to another week with Black Gals Livin'! On this week's ep we talk about how hard it is when your friends and your other half do not like each other. Are the City Girls going to break u...
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131. Back to the streets from 2021-03-22T00:00
Welcome back to another week with Black Gals Livin'! This time we're talking all things men and how they have the audacity to move mad. We talk about how women can navigate the dating world and how...
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129. Meg is sitting on a bad boy piece of information & Behind Her Eyes review from 2021-03-08T00:00
Welcome back to another episode of Black Gals Livin'. This week we talk all things from Drake's new mixtape 'Scary Hours 2' and Coming 2 America. We also do a quick review of the thrilling 'Behind ...
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127. Happy birthday Rihanna & Justin Timberlake's comeuppance ft Manny from 2021-02-22T00:00
Hey lads, welcome back to another episode of Black Gals Livin'. where we are joined with the beautiful Manny! We talk about our favourite Rihanna albums and also about the new Framing Britney Spear...
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126. Eating yam to have twins, how to find a bae & gorilla glue hair from 2021-02-15T00:00
Hey lads, welcome back to another episode of Black Gals Livin'. We talk about how to get you a bae, Vic suggests being galavanting around the gaff to make yourself present lol! We also talk about T...
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125. Fake friends and faking it. Wew! from 2021-02-08T00:00
Ever realised your homie wasn't really your homie?
In this week's episode we talk about finding it hard to open up to people and where it has stemmed from. We also talk about having to firm a t...
124. "She was laughing like a goat!" & that "African food" challenge from 2021-02-01T00:00
We are self-isolating guys so we are really sorry for this week's audio quality. We're back with another episode! We talk about Aaliyah Jay and Menelik trying "African food" and Vic talks on the Ye...
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123. Bullet rice, dating before coming out & eating out to help out ft Two Twos Podcast! from 2021-01-25T00:00
We're back with another episode of Black Gals Livin' with the hilarious Two Twos podcast. If you don't know Rose and Nana are two black lesbians who have created a safe space with their podcast for...
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122. Drunk episode (never again!): Bridgeton, Our president Lori Harvey and bonnets at work from 2021-01-18T00:00
Hey huns, we did it! (We did it, joe) we've done a drunk episode, never again please!!!!! On this episode, we chat about the fineeeeeee man that is Regé-Jean Page aka Duke of Hastings, our oga on t...
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121. "Never make a man your financial plan!" ft Bola Sol from 2021-01-11T00:00
We're kicking off your new year in the right way with our special guest, financial guru Bola Sol, who has just released her book 'How to Save It'. It's available for £6.99 on Amazon and Waterstones...
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120. Soul: What really brings you happiness? & Is paying rent at home right? from 2021-01-04T00:00
Happy New Year huns! Sorry about the audio, we are recording from home as Jas has to self isolate.
On today's episode, we talk about why Pixar's film Soul meant so much to us, are parents who c...
119. Telling my 6 year old that Santa isn't real from 2020-12-28T00:00
We're back with another episode of Black Gals Livin' talking about goal setting and the upcoming year!
We are wishing you all a wonderful New Year despite the Tier 4 rules. On today's episode, ...
118. Clubhouse, world's sexiest man alive and buying yourself a Christmas present from 2020-12-21T00:00
We're back with another episode of Black Gals Livin' sponsored by a Black-owned business, edenofnubian.com/
We are wishing you all a wonderful Christmas despite the Tier 4 rules :/. On today's ...
117. How close is too close when it comes to friendships with the opposite sex? from 2020-12-14T00:00
We're back with another episode of Black Gals Livin', sponsored by the amazing Revolution Makeup, who have launched a brand new home collection. We recommend Undress Me, Lost My Head and many more!...
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116. "I turned down £10k for an influencer post and my company made 6 figures years later" ft Lizzie Loves from 2020-12-07T00:25
We're back with another episode of Black Gals Livin' with the beautiful and lovely Lizzie Loves. If you don't know Lizzie is a well established YouTuber and social media creator who quit to grow a ...
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115. "Whomst is the escort?!" ft Made in Chafford podcast from 2020-11-29T23:52
We are back with another episode featuring the lovely lads from the Made in Chafford podcast. We talk about a range of topics including whether men should wear leggings in the gym, Melissa's wardro...
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114. Non surgical bum lift, insomnia and what is HAPPENING Dubai? from 2020-11-23T00:00
We are back with another episode chatting about the Yassy and Not3s fiasco, Scott Disick entering Megan Barton-Hanson's DMs and Fresh prince of bel air reunion. Vic talks about experiencing insomni...
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113. Hair don'ts, video calls & school Prefects from 2020-11-16T00:00:11
On this week's episode we talk about everything from not doing your hair for Zoom calls, making pledges before every class at school and a fashion trend we don't understand. Have you got any?
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112. Vic is a snake!!! & why depression is making your room messy from 2020-11-09T00:00:09
We are back with another episode chatting about snakey behaviour, TOWIE (the only way is essex) and Thorpe Park’s fright night. Jas has her first ever counselling session through work, while Vic ta...
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111. "Does she not care that I'm about to blow her nose away?" & Podcast beef from 2020-11-02T00:00:14
Have you ever very nearly shat yourself? On this week's episode we talk about how close we've come to embarrassing the HELL out of ourselves.
We also talk about a podcast beef happening in...
110. #EndSARS, the ick and having a bestie from the opposite sex ft. Off The Cuff Pod from 2020-10-26T00:00:16
We are back with another episode with the lovely lads, Fols & Vans from Off The Cuff Pod. We chat about having Bryson Tiller's music vid featuring Kehlani, #EndSars and Black men and mental health....
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109. White validation, black motherhood and snapback culture ft Tobi & Jendella from 2020-10-18T23:00:24
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On this week's episode we have Black Ballad's co-founder Tobi Oredein and the Head of editorial, Jen...
108. Dickmotization is alive and WELL! & My baby exposed my breast in public from 2020-10-11T23:00:15
We're back with another episode! Chatting about Lani Good's new song and REAL implications of being dickmotize. Jas shares some hilarious stories of breastfeeding and Vic rants about masks (Wear on...
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107. Postbox, but make it black from 2020-10-04T23:00:17
In this week's episode we ask ourselves whether it is offensive to paint postboxes black to "celebrate" Black History Month. We also talk about keeping things from young and Jas has a very weird co...
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106. Body image, online competitions & Tory Lanez *sigh* ft NoShade Podcast from 2020-09-27T23:00:24
This week we are joined with the lovely hosts of NoShade Podcast (Esther and Akua)! We chat about body image, social media competitions and Tory Lanez’ new mixtape. ?
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105. Cheeks over consciousness?! from 2020-09-20T23:00:28
On this week's episode we talk about relationships - from red flags to how to deal with a break up. Have you got any tips you can share with us? We also talk about White Chocolate and his belief th...
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104. "I'm not okay, hun", Lovecraft Country & Bad boi piece of information from 2020-09-13T23:00:13
Trigger warning: su*cide.
We are back with another episode Vic shares her experience with intrusive thoughts in light of suicide prevention day (10 Sept), Jas nearly fumbles Vic chance to ...
103. Jamaicans will have Shakespeare turning in his grave & going back onto medication from 2020-09-06T23:00:10
On this week's episode we talk about what it is like to start taking anti-depressants again and also what it is like to come off of them. We also talk about whether Adele was doing up cultural appr...
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102. Body positivity for Black women, influencer pay gap & catfishing ft. Stephanie Yeboah from 2020-08-30T23:00:27
We are back with another episode and we are joined with the lovely and beautiful Stephanie Yeboah — we talk about her new book, influencer pay gap, realities of being a Black influencer and we also...
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101. Being a young black therapist in the UK ft Nessa Banks from 2020-08-23T23:00:16
On this week's episode we have a very special guest, Nessa Banks, on to talk about what addiction to social media can look like and how we can combat it. She also gives us the tea on what it is lik...
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100. Big Gal TINGS! bonus episode from 2020-08-21T14:53:45
Here's a bonus episode for you lads to celebrate episode 100, You can still expect another episode from us on Monday! We recap on our favourite episodes and moments from Black Gals Livin', our fear...
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99. What's it like to experience mental abuse? & Why can't dark-skinned women talk about colourism? from 2020-08-16T23:00:25
We are back with another episode! Jas shares her own experiences being in a mentally abusive relationship and how it's impacted her self image. We also chat about the A-level results scandal and th...
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98. A sit-down with Mariam Musa from 2020-08-09T23:00:22
On this week's episode we interviewed the UK's first black female influencer to have a collection with a fast fashion brand. We spoke about how the collection with I Saw It First came about and how...
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97. Wiley is wrong, period & should billionaires share their wealth with the world? Ft. Brent from 2020-08-02T23:00:16
We are back with another episode and we are joined with Brent again! (He is our amazing studio manager). We chat about Wiley's awful tweets, why it's strange that a BBC presenter said the N-word an...
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96. What is Broke Shaming? And why is Future so popular? from 2020-07-26T23:00:19
On this week's episode we question how Future has so much success and whether Drake's music is on the decline.
Jas is also not sure of whether broke shaming is a thing or whether there are seve...
95. “I want big gal tings but I don’t have big gal money” & excellence doesn't prevent racism from 2020-07-19T23:00:20
We are back with another episode! We chat about the ending of I May Destroy You (TW), Shaun Bailey's tragic response to how to prevent yourself from racist attacks and dinner with Jay-Z Twitter bei...
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94. Entanglement. Breast surgery story and that Kylie saga from 2020-07-12T23:00:14
Are you tired of the word entanglement yet?
On this week's episode we talk about that Red Table Talk. Did it answer any questions for you?
Jas talks about her breast surgery story and ...
93. Spending £13.70, quitting my job because of a mystery shopper & going back to therapy from 2020-07-05T23:00:21
On this weeks episode, we REUNITED and we are back in the STUDIO YES!!! Quality will be back to 100 - we thank God. We talk about feeling bad for spending money, going back to therapy and our Spoti...
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92. The BBC's 'I May Destroy You', Black Pound Day and banning sleepovers from 2020-06-28T23:00:22
Disclaimer: Please accept our apologies about Jas' audio this week! It was doing crinkam crankam.
TW: We talk about CSA very briefly
In this week's episode we talk about being feature...
91. Insecure recap & why I feel naughty for liking ASMR from 2020-06-21T23:00:32
On this weeks episode, we talk about Insecure series 4 as Jas has finally caught up! We also speak about (TW) sexual harassment and assault that is circulating online. And Vic finally admits to lik...
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90. "You're pretty for a black girl", white guilt & cancelling PLT from 2020-06-14T23:00:20
On this week's episode we talk about how white guilt has some moving MAD, but how it can also give some closure. Vick is very honest about her experiences with colourism growing up and how it has i...
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89. We hope this isn't a trend from 2020-06-07T23:00:38
On this weeks episode, we talk about what happens next... Companies, brands and influencers are speaking up about systemic racism but what does this mean moving forward. We also chat about microagg...
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88. When will it stop? from 2020-05-31T23:00:27
On this week#s episode we talk about the disgusting murder of George Floyd in the US and how many are speaking out against racism and police brutality. We understand the topic is heavy so please on...
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87. We bronzin' baby!! & Is Doja Cat really cancelled? from 2020-05-24T23:00:33
On this weeks episode, we chat the launch of makeup revolution's new bronzers and what that means for black women, missing Primark during the lockdown and the cancellation of Doja Cat.
Tha...
86. Derulo hive stand up! Mental heath awareness week and gatekeepers from 2020-05-17T23:00:23
On this week's episode Jas talks about being a part of Jason Derulo's fan club. The ladies also briefly discuss whether Insecure's Molly was being bad vibes and why they think she was over-reacting...
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85. My wig was suffocating my head & Insecure discourse from 2020-05-10T23:00:24
On this weeks episode, we chat about the epic clashes on No Signal Radio. Jas finally catches up with Insecure - so we have a proper discourse around Issa and Molly's friendship. We shared some hum...
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84. Do you have a problematic past? instagram boutiques and stanning from 2020-05-04T00:27:40
On this week's episode, we talked about some of the problematic tweets some people made years ago and whether they deserve the backlash they are now receiving. We also talk about who we stanned whe...
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83. Rich aunty vibes & government failures from 2020-04-26T23:00:18
This week we talk about how the UK government should be held accountable for their reaction of the coronavirus. Jas is finally up to date with Netflix's Too Hot To Handle so we finally discuss why ...
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82. "They really be scamming", revealing your salary online & social media realities from 2020-04-19T23:00:33
In this week's episode we play "Guess that song" and also discuss into the viral blog post in which a black woman in tech revealed a salary of £130k a year. Is it safe to reveal your salary online?...
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81. Best Amazon purchases, Nelson Mandela effect & Does Friends need to be diverse? from 2020-04-12T23:00:23
?Jas and Vic are back with a new episode talking on the current pop culture news from Tory Lanez Instagram Live to Usher shading The Weeknd. The ladies also chat about their last and favourite Amaz...
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80. Quarantine dating, Insta live entertainment & a u-turn on Friends from 2020-04-05T23:00:23
On this week's episode we talk about everything from clapping for nurses to putting your genitals on insta live. How much would you have to be paid to do that? We also discuss Vic's dramatic u-turn...
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79. I got the Coronavirus from 2020-03-29T23:00:13
This is our first episode since being in lockdown and we talk about how the coronavirus has affected us. Jas may have had it. How has it impacted you?
We also discuss other things such as what ...
78. "I was scared people would say 'she's too dark'" ft. Love Island's Priscilla Anyabu from 2020-03-23T00:00
Please note - this was recorded a while back, we hope you are all staying safe at home. Please listen to the government guidelines and stay home if you can.
For Women's History Month, we ...
77. WHM: The art of self promotion and online networking ft Nicole Crentsil from 2020-03-16T00:00:15
For Women's History Month, we will be having guests throughout March - This week Jas and Vic are joined by the amazing Nicole Crentsil. She talks to us about creating Black Girl Festival and all he...
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76. WHM: What do we want from people who are cancelled? & How to go freelance from 2020-03-09T00:00:10
For Women's History Month, we will be having guests throughout March - our guest couldn't make it this episode so Jas asked Vic questions about to get into journalism and tips on freelancing. We al...
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75. WHM: How to become a successful Influencer ft @Imanleila from 2020-03-02T00:00:10
To kick off our celebration of International Women's Day we will be having guests throughout March (Women's History Month). Our first guest was the lovely, Iman, of #2queensinapod, who works in PR....
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74. Caroline Flack & is Love really blind? from 2020-02-24T00:00:10
On this weeks episode, Jas and Vic talk about the passing of Caroline Flack and how it's affected them. Vic shares that she may be feeling depressed and low again. The ladies also talk about Netfli...
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73. What really happens on Love Island ft Leanne Amaning from 2020-02-17T00:00:10
On this week's episode the ladies have the very special guest @Leanneamaning on the pod to talk about all things Love Island. She talks about her regrets, her highs and her lows, the impact of trol...
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72. Priscilla's blonde wig Energy!! & that bus scene on Sex Education from 2020-02-10T00:00:20
TW sexual assault: 32 minutes in - trigger warning. We will be talking about our own experiences with sexual assault and how Netflix's Sex Education dealt with the matter well.
On this we...
71. Can you appropriate a song? Queen & Slim premiere & responsible drinking from 2020-02-03T00:00:10
On this week's episode the ladies talk about whether it's possible to appropriate a song based on the remixes of "The Box" by Roddy Rich. They briefly go into their experience at the UK premiere of...
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70. Nas deserves a bae! #LoveIsland & are your friends meant to be your therapist? from 2020-01-27T00:00:10
FW: This episode talks about Netflix's show Sex Education which has an episode on sexual assault.
This week Jas and Vic chat about Love Island - their fav show! They do a deep dive on ever...
69. "F*** you, you virgin!", Negging and being a social media queen ft Oloni from 2020-01-20T00:00:10
This week the ladies are joined by the fabulous Oloni. She is a sex and relationship expert and has led the way in her field. She explains what negging is and why it's important to watch out for re...
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68. Meghan & Harry said deuces! and Wiley the Agbaya from 2020-01-13T00:00:26
This week the ladies are talking about the Wiley and Stormzy rap beef, When did Stormzy become everyone's MCM?. Vic and Jas also talk about The Duke and Duchess of Sussex decision to step down from...
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67. Why Kevin Hart is a problem, generational wealth and manifesting from 2020-01-06T00:00:03
This week the ladies review the ending of the Season 2 of #YouNetflix and how many abusers are also charming and good looking. They also discuss Kevin Hart's documentary and empathise with how the ...
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66. Joe from Netflix's You needs to get the F***!! & reflecting on 2019 from 2019-12-30T00:00:23
*Contains some You Netflix spoilers at the first half*
Vic and Jas are back their last episode of the year and reflect on highs and lows over the past 12 months. They also chat about Joe ...
65. XMAS SPECIAL: BGL x 2 Queens in a Pod crossover from 2019-12-23T00:00:33
This week's episode is a Christmas Special featuring one of our favourite podcasts, 2 Queens in a Pod. The ladies talk about everything from trying to get over an ex, taking money from your kids, b...
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64. The election 2019 aftermath KMT & Unsolicited opinions from 2019-12-16T00:00:13
This week the ladies talk about how they feel about Mr Boris Johnson winning the general election and they are not thrilled...Vic shares how a receptionist basically called her ugly and Jas talks a...
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63. Politics N Dat, shrinking yourself to comfort others and embarrassing fashion trends from 2019-12-09T00:00:13
On this week's episode the ladies break down 3 of the main political party policies. They also discuss the disappointing Philip Schofield interview on This Morning and how social media does not dir...
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62. Nasty men & politics and dat from 2019-12-02T00:00:23
This week the ladies introduce their new segment in the run up to the general election 'Politics & dat'. Vic shares why Vue removing Blue Story was mindless and Jas talks about how Goldlink messed ...
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61. Confessions of being broke, ghost stories and Ari Lennox's award snub from 2019-11-25T00:00:03
This week's episode opens up with what makes Vic not trust someone. We also get into Jas' ghost story and why Vic just gives up when she feels there may be an intruder in her house.
The ladies ...
Black Gals Livin x Merky Books (Live) from 2019-11-21T21:00:13
Well, well, well! A bonus episode for those of you who couldn't make it down to our live recording at the #MerkyBooks pop up last week.
We talk about the pressure Summer Walker has faced in try...
60. Am I shallow for wanting 'likes' on Insta & men are dogs from 2019-11-18T00:00:03
Vic and Jas are back with their award-winning podcast! WTF! Thanks to you guys, we appreciate you so so much for listening to us. We chat about T.I’s yearly hymen check with his daughter Deyjah and...
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59. Mercury in gatorade? Explicit song lyrics and getting them all the way wrong! from 2019-11-11T00:00:14
On this week's episode the ladies talk about how subtle sexual lyrics were back in the day compared to now. The girls also discuss songs that they got totally wrong, including Stef London's Hurting...
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58. Removing my wig for a MRI scan and Lupita doesn’t rate Vic’s accent lol from 2019-11-04T00:00:12
Vic and Jas are back with another episode! We talk about bad customer service, Kanye’s new album: Jesus is King, Halloween costumes. Vic talks about interviewing Lupita and how it ended up on Jimmy...
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57. "Social media is a sickness", life after being on The Circle and simplifying politics ft Busayo from 2019-10-28T00:00:12
This week the ladies are joined by a special guest, Busayo, who was on the British gameshow The Circle. She talks about what it was like to catfish as a middle class white male and what life has be...
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56. Starting therapy, damn, I'm squidward & Can Chris Brown dance? from 2019-10-20T23:00:12
We back huns! We chat about the Extinction Rebellion protestors being flogged off the train LOL. Jas thinking about starting therapy with Vics advice from her prior experience. Gina Rodriguez and h...
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55. It's...Rebekah Vardy's account and stunting in school from 2019-10-13T23:00:14
This week the ladies talk about everything from their favourite songs at the moment to the pressures of stunting in school even when you had nothing! Vick also discusses her favourite TV show right...
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54. Investing in black art & Happy 1 year to us! Ft the incredible Bolanle Tajudeen from 2019-10-06T23:00:14
Jas and Vic are back with another episode with the phenomenal Bolanle (Bee) Tajudeen who is a Lecturer at the Tate and art curator of Black Blossoms. We learn how bee navigates the art world and ho...
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53. NHS abuse, an f-boy's rite of passage and The Simpsons porn?! from 2019-09-29T23:00:14
This week the ladies discuss the ways in which some people secure surgery on the NHS, the difficulties with getting medication at times and our faves of the week.
We also answer some of y...
52. Leave black women alone! & should Jas get a £1,200 hairless cat? from 2019-09-22T23:00:16
FW: This episode talks about Netflix's new show Unbelievable which centres around rape.
This week Jas and Vic chat about people calling Yewande aggressive simply for dancing lol and viral...
51. Top Boy criticism, Wiley wilding out and "inclusive" brands from 2019-09-15T23:00:16
This week the ladies discuss whether the Top Boy criticism is valid and whether Drake should face any backlash for bringing it back. What are your thoughts? They also talk about Amber securing her ...
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50. The Cramp Twins & overfamiliarity with non-black PoC from 2019-09-08T23:23:18
To celebrate our one year anniversary of Black Gals Livin we are having a dinner at Vapianos in London on 3rd Oct - you want to come DM us and we will share more info x
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49. Running your own charity & Cadbury's colourism bar ft. Ted Talk speaker Rianna from 2019-09-01T23:00:15
This week we are joined with the amazing Rianna who runs Dominica Dementia Foundation. September is Alzheimer's Month so Rianna has come down to raise awareness about the illness. We also chat abou...
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48. Naija food, social media entitlement & no budget for #DMXchallenge from 2019-08-25T23:00:46
In this week's episode the ladies discuss their favourite Nigerian dishes. They then go on to talk about the ills of social media and whether followers of YouTubers have a right to be upset when th...
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47. the era of baggy jeans & political chicken boxes from 2019-08-18T23:00:26
In this week's episode, Jas and Vick stan over Normani's Motivation music video and discuss their favourite 90's and early 2000's songs, crushes and visuals. The ladies also talk about the governme...
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46. Jackie Aina, childhood beatings and bumbaclaas from 2019-08-11T23:00:15
In this week's episode the ladies talk about how important Jackie Aina's new beauty collab is for black women in their fight to diversify the beauty industry. They also discuss childhood beatings a...
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45. Does Love Island need a new host? & Afro Nation FOMO! ft Tobi Rachel from 2019-08-05T00:04:23
Jas and Vic are back with another episode with your fav journalist Tobi Rachel. We talk our hun Amber winning Love Island and why Michael is really branding himself as a demon. Tobi shares her hyst...
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44. A black gal's story ft Selorm from 2019-07-28T23:00:15
On this week's episode the girls are joined with a special guest, Selorm, who bravely shares her battle with depression and how she is slowly overcoming it. They talk about the difficulties with mo...
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43. Michael's madness is unmatched & Blue Ivy is coming for your favs from 2019-07-21T23:00:14
Jas and Vic are back with another ep! Talking all things Love Island and Michael and Arabella's astounding ways. As well as a review of The Lion King and Beyonce's album: The Gift
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42. Beyonce King? Heartbreak and relying on yourself from 2019-07-14T23:00:34
In this week's episode Vic and Jas discuss their thoughts on the upcoming live-action Lion King? Do you think Beyonce has been too distracting? The ladies also talk about depression and how easy it...
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41. little mermaid is black, deal with it & Love Island's Michael is a let down from 2019-07-07T23:08:53
Jas and Vic are back with another ep! Talking all things Love Island and the massive drama that has kicked off last week. We also speak about Alex from Glastonbury and how society has a bias to bla...
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40. Navigating white spaces and confidence building ft Hannah Lee from 2019-06-30T23:00:20
*Disclaimer - apologies for the technical issues this week, we hope it has not ruined the listening experience for you!*
In this week's episode Vic and Jas are joined by the talented Hanna...
39. Stealing peoples mans & hot girl summer from 2019-06-23T23:00:19
Jas and Vic are back with another episode talking about what Hot Girl Summer really means and answering your questions via Instagram stories!
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38. Thank you! Plus a discussion on bbl vs gym bodies from 2019-06-16T23:00:26
Vic and Jas say a big massive thank you to all their listeners after being featured in a Refinery 29 article. They also take a deep dive into the second week of Love Island. Can Danny really be tru...
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37. Love Island is back huns! & Homophobic attack in pride month from 2019-06-09T23:00:25
Jas & Vic are back with another episode about the return of everyone's favourite show Love Island. We talk about our hun Yewande and how we think she will get on and we also discuss the Homophobic ...
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36. Emotionally unavailable parents and job hunting tips from 2019-06-02T22:58:33
On this week's episode, Vic and Jas discuss the impact having emotionally unavailable parents has had in their lives and how they have overcome these issues. They also talk briefly about comedians,...
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35. British politics is a hot mess & should people have sympathy for Theresa May from 2019-05-26T23:00:27
We are basically a politics podcast now LOL, joking but this episode focuses on the British Prime Minister stepping down, is Labour the right people to sort Brexit? and why Nigel Farage is sadly be...
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34. Jeremy Kyle, Love Island and body image from 2019-05-19T23:00:19
This week Vic and Jas discuss whether TV shows and producers are liable regarding the mental health of their guests. They also discuss the extent of this responsibility. As it's Mental Health Aware...
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33. The royal yute is here!! James Charles vs. Tati & Some people ain't washing their legs from 2019-05-12T23:00:29
The girls are back for another episode giving their opinions on the latest YouTube drama James Charles vs. Tati and whether they think Baby Archie will change race relations in the UK (Lol).
32. Spoilers, Caster Semenya and trying not to piss off Influencers from 2019-05-06T00:45:08
SPOILER ALERT!: This week the ladies discuss times TV shows have been ruined for them. They also talk about their disgust at the IAAF's decision about Caster Semenya. Vic mentions how she avoids pi...
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31. Homeowner at 23 & faith in God, Avengers Endgame review ft YouTuber Jade Vanriel from 2019-04-28T23:00:19
Hi lads, the Avengers Endgame review comes up after the 1hour mark so if you don't want a spoiler don't listen pass then!
This week we are joined with Property & Lifestyle YouTuber, Blogg...
30. BEYONCE?!! And our Netflix recommended from 2019-04-21T23:00:14
This week Vic and Jas discuss the legendary Beyonce and what she means to them. They talk about her new Netflix documentary Homecoming and also other shows on Netflix that deserve a mention.
29. Depression is affecting my memory & Fake weddings from 2019-04-14T23:00:24
This week the ladies discuss Nissy Tee's hilarious wedding prank and whether YouTuber's should share their personal life and how depression can affect your memory.
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28. Opening up to loved ones and our most hated songs from 2019-04-07T23:00:12
This week the ladies discuss the songs they hate the most, including Drake's Find Your Love and Beyonce's Halo. They also delve into their feelings towards opening up to the people they love the mo...
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27. Hottest marvel superheroes and stanning jordyn woods in London from 2019-03-31T23:00:22
Vic and Jas talk about Marvel superheroes they would like to smash and Vic shares what happened when she met jordyn woods IRL!
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Jas @jas_bw
Vic @victoriasanusi
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26. Pushing through hard times and why Daniel Caesar is a hot mess from 2019-03-24T14:10:30
Vic and Jas talk about the hot mess that is currently Daniel Caesar, how they push through hard times and the ill effects of social media. Also, is it fair how much funding the Madeleine McCann cas...
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25. why are we afraid to cancel black radical feminists? from 2019-03-18T11:02:59
Vic and Jas talk about the teen who egged Australian politician Fraser Anning after the Christchurch terror attack. The girls also chat about popular black feminist Slumflower and her latest contro...
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24. Existing in a male dominated environment, IWD and Leaving Neverland ft Joanna Jarjue from 2019-03-11T00:00:18
Vic and Jas are joined with the beautifully talented ex-apprentice star Joanna Jarjue. They discuss the eye-opening documentary, Leaving Neverland, as well as how women navigate male-dominated spac...
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23. team jordyn woods, wave of sadness and being your own best friend from 2019-03-04T00:00:13
vic and jas side with jordyn woods after her red table talk with jada pinkett smith. the girls also talk about stacey dooley and the whole white saviour, comic reflie showdown.
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22. Stanning Drake, romance & Jussie Smollett ft Tolly T from 2019-02-25T00:07:22
Vic and Jas have special guest Tolly T of #thereceiptspodcast on this episode. The ladies talk about why Jussie Smollet should be jailed if he is guilty and the effects his actions could have on th...
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21. Using emojis to cover baes face on Instagram and forgetting to take your medication from 2019-02-18T00:00:25
The girls talk about why some people decide to hide their bae's face on the gram with emojis and Vic shares how she felt when she was off her antidepressants for 2 days and why One Day At A Time is...
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20. Valentine's Day is coming, sexism in African households and Liam Neeson's white privilege from 2019-02-11T00:00:15
Vic and Jas discuss the tragic passing of UK rapper Cadet but celebrate the contributions he made to the industry. They also talk about why white people should take the lead on discussions on Liam ...
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19. We don’t rate Zac Efron, surgery is as dangerous as gym? & trivialisation of OCD from 2019-02-04T00:00:15
Jas and Vic talk about the debate that's taken over Twitter "is gym as dangerous as going under the knife to get a Brazilian butt lift" initially discussed on YouTube chat show #HeelsOff. Vic share...
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18. £140 for DRAAAAKE?! Gina Rodriguez and microagressions at work from 2019-01-28T00:00:13
Jas and Vic discuss if Drake is mad for his concert prices. Which artist would have you digging deep into your pocket for them? The ladies also discuss their experiences with microagressions at wor...
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17. Soulja Boy, the importance of masturbation and Netflix’s Sex Education from 2019-01-21T00:00:05
Jas and Vic talk about Soulja Boy's ridiculous interview on The Breakfast show. Vic explains how Netflix's Sex Education misses the mark by not having black women as primary characters while Jas sh...
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16. Unplugging from social media and Netflix's You got us fxcked up! from 2019-01-14T00:00:15
Vic and Jas discuss the need for limiting your time on social media and some useful ways to do this. They also talk about how Netflix's You was truly messed up because of how realistic it truly was...
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15. January blues, vision boards and christianity & mental health from 2019-01-07T00:00:05
Jas talks about how gloomy it can often feel at the start of the year. Vic shares her relationship with God and why she finds some Christians hypocritical.
If you are affected by any of th...
14. Shopping for lipstick as a black woman is a difficult experience & 2019 goals ft Gena Barrett from 2018-12-31T00:00:05
Vick and Jas have a special guest this week, lipstickconnoisseur Gena-Mour. We talk about black women's relationship with lipstick and our intentions for 2019.
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13. Christmas dinner when you're black, pooing at work & is Gun Lean really an appropriate song? from 2018-12-24T00:00:15
Jas and Vic are back chatting about important shenanigans such as pooing at work. Jas debates on whether "Gun Lean" is actually an appropriate song for kids to be singing.
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12. Toxic relationships and cutting people off from 2018-12-17T00:00:06
Vick and Jas are back with another episode. This week we discuss our experiences of toxic friendships, relationships and what makes us want to cut people off
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11. Mental breakdowns, finding the right GP & white gaze on grime from 2018-12-10T00:00:07
TW: Mentions of suicidal thoughts - If you are affected by any of the issues raised, contact Samaritans on 116 123
Jas and Vic are back with episode 11 where they chat about posh white fol...
10. What we've done for the love of clout and THAT £400 tracksuit from 2018-12-02T23:30:44
Jas and Vic talk about the pressures they faced to keep up appearances during their time at school. Vic loves her dupes but Jas isn't so keen...
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Jas @jas_bw
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09. When stanning goes too far… & Somali excellence Ft. Meme Queen Ikran from 2018-11-26T00:00:04
Vic and Jas are joined with the legendary boss ass reporter from BuzzFeed UK, Ikran who is a meme queen and K-pop extraordinaire. Ikran tells us about growing up in the Netherlands and why Somali e...
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08. Blackfishing, weight gain and wtf is happening with Brexit? from 2018-11-19T00:00:08
Jas and Vic discuss their issues with weight and their own insecurities
We briefly discuss why this country is a mess (who knows what's happening with Brexit?) and why the Kardashians have...
07. Gangs, violence and mental health ft Dej the Ego from 2018-11-12T00:00:28
We are joined by our first and very special guest, Dej the Ego, who gives us an insight into the life and mindset of a gang member.
We also get to know what he gets up to in his spare time...
06. Fraud Bae & Believing in your Yé from 2018-11-05T00:00:18
Vick and Jas talk openly about their experiences with unhealthy spending habits, fraud and believing in themselves.
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05. Is natural hair long to manage? & getting older isn't that bad from 2018-10-29T00:00:13
Vic shares her humiliating story of how she went natural and Jas talks on what songs she can't stop listening too on Spotify.
If you are affected by any of the issues raised, contact Samar...
04. Colourism and Cancel Culture & Our defence of Ella Mai from 2018-10-21T23:00:03
Vic and Jas are back again talking in defense of Ella Mai's Trippin. Jas shares her thoughts on Theresa May's campaign to improve mental health and Vic hopes 'The Hate U Give' and colorism and poli...
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03. What's therapy really like? Following your dreams and diversity month from 2018-10-14T23:00:19
Vic discusses what therapy is really like and why there is nothing to be afraid of in the pursuit of your dreams. Black History Month vs Diversity Month. Jas talks about her surgery experience
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02. We stan a bad b called Rihanna and Fenty beauty & Are Influencers role models? from 2018-10-07T22:07:45
Vic and Jas are back again with their second episode where they discuss why Amine's new track Dr. Whoever is important in raising awareness on mental health especially for black men. Jas speaks on ...
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01. anxiety & depression and how the Beyhive came for me from 2018-09-30T20:31:49
First episode of a brand new podcast Black Gals Livin' hosted by Vic and Jas.
If you are affected by any of the issues raised, contact Samaritans on 116 123
Art work by Camilla Ru...