In this week’s episode, we unpack living for your family’s approval in your 20s. We talk about what it means to try meet family expectations, and what it can actually cost you.

We also get into a quick pop culture recap, from Love Island USA, Aaliyah’s face pregnancy announcement to Andile the calculator.

Of course we once again have a fun edition to our episode called Sip Happens, in partnership with L’Orange Rossa by Brutal Fruit Spritzer. 

If you haven’t yet, here is the link to register for the 2026 local government elections: https://registertovote.elections.org.za/voter/registration/za

Don’t forget to join us on our bwssties in Bali trip—click the link below to find out more:

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This episode is proudly sponsored by L’Orange Rossa by Brutal Fruit Spritzer. 

Not for persons under the age of 18. Enjoy responsibly.

This week’s episode is all about pop culture. We’re getting into everything from South Africa’s trending series named The Polygamist to Love Island USA to the FIFA World Cup. We also unpack and some of the upcoming concerts heading to South Africa such as Kehlani and Neyo. 

And of course, we have our Sip Happens segment, in partnership with L’Orange Rossa by Brutal Fruit where we also share an exciting opportunity for you to win a paid trip to Milan. To enter - click the link below to find out more details.
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Don’t forget to join us and our bwssties in Bali trip — click the link below: 

https://luxetribes.com/trips/bwssties-in-  

In this week’s episode of Because We Said So, we’re talking about what happens when someone checks all the boxes on paper, but you’re still not sure if they’re the right person for you. To spice things up, we’ve also decided to play a game of This or That: Jolaring Edition 

Don’t forget to join us and our bwssties in Bali trip — using the link below: 

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In this week’s episode of Because We Said So, we dive into the dilemmas our bwssties have been facing. From advice about family to work and relationships, there’s nothing that’s off the table.  Want to join us and our bwssties in Bali? Click on the link in our bio.

We’re talking all things group travel—from chaotic group chats and money talks to personalities and unspoken expectations. And if you’ve been dreaming of your next girls’ trip, Bwssties in Bali is calling!  Bring your bestie or come make new ones and join us. Sip Happens is back, in partnership with L’Orange Rossa by Brutal Fruit. Not for persons under 18. Please enjoy responsibly.

From navigating whether female friendships are performative to unpacking influencer friendships and whether they are transactional, this episode explores friendships as the main conversation. Our Sip Happens segment is back again in partnership with L’Orange by Brutal Fruit, alongside our pop culture rewind covering everything from Top Billing auditions, Drake’s latest album, and the viral Kevin Hart roast. This episode is proudly sponsored by L’Orange by Brutal Fruit. Not for persons under the age of 18. Enjoy responsibly.

In celebration of Africa Day and as part of Facebook’s Made by Africa, Loved by the World campaign, we sit down with award-winning actress, influencer, and entrepreneur Linda Mtoba. From Isibaya and The River to Queendom, Linda reflects on her journey in the entertainment industry, building authentic community online, and the power of African storytelling in the digital age. Sit back and enjoy bwssties!

In this Africa Day special in collaboration with Facebook, we sit down with Nomzamo Mbatha to talk about what it means to be Made by Africa, Loved by the World. From her early journey in entertainment to starring in global productions like Coming 2 America and reconnecting with her roots through Shaka iLembe, Nomzamo opens up about identity, ambition, community, and the realities of building an international career as an African creative.

Because We Said So turns ONE! In this special anniversary episode, we reflect on the highs and lows of building the podcast from scratch, introduce our new Sip Happens segment with L’Orange by Brutal Fruit, and get into some pop culture moments including the Met Gala, The Devil Wears Prada SA premiere, and the Michael Jackson movie review. Not for persons under the age of 18. Enjoy responsibly.

This week on Because We Said So, we’re asking: is closure a scam or do we actually need it to move on? We talk relationships, ghosting, and why unanswered questions hit so hard. Plus, The Trials of Winnie Mandela, Metro FM Awards highlights, and Megan Thee Stallion’s breakup