In this episode, Hlogi and Zoe look into what might be one of the biggest sexual trafficking cases of the decade. Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell went from being the toast of high society to convicted sex offenders, highlighting that perhaps even the most powerful figures eventually have to face Lady Justice at some point. The hosts draw a parallel between the influence of money and status in the Epstein case and the influence of money and status in today's society by diving into the Blesser-Blesse culture and the Dubai Girls lifestyle, often promoted by IG influencers worldwide.

"For the love of money, is the root of all kinds of evils" - 1 Timothy 6:10 

If you would like to read up more about the Epstein case, copy the links below: 

1. https://youtu.be/VQOOxOl9l80

2. https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-59733623

3. https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-59987935

In this episode, Bobito Makhoro joins your host Hlogs for some good conversation and young laggies. Bobito Makhoro, the host of the DBF Podcast, takes us on a journey of the person he has become today. Both him and Hlogi, share their experience on addiction, relationships, the ups-and-downs of their high-school experiences and so much more. Tune in to find out more about this incredible and fun-loving soul. 

P.S. Zozo, your favourite host, could not make it for this episode but she will be back for the next one. 

Catch the DBF podcast (@dbfpodcast) on : 

https://wavve.link/thedbfpodcast 

https://www.instagram.com/dbfpodcast/

In this episode, Hlogi and Zoe give insight into some of the challenges commonly faced by the youth of today and share their own personal experience of some of the major challenges that has shaped their lives and their relationship. Tune in and enjoy! 

Some DOPE podcasts that we recommend you give a listen to: 

@theartdealersco - https://open.spotify.com/show/4hM2kQHqEMzm6iYqokm9Pw?si=PksL-Gi7Raa5crDmhwYkPw&dl_branch=1

@dbfpodcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/2fT9VJ9gSjjTqbbtxnLglL?si=QnnVBXAkTnuwOOWbCSWxLg&dl_branch=1 

World Suicide Prevention Day is commemorated on 10 September to promote worldwide commitment and action to prevent suicides and subsequently September acts as the month of suicide awareness and prevention! On average, almost 3 000 people commit suicide daily and approximately one million people commit suicide each year around the globe. Below are links to some helplines for those that need it:

Lifeline 

http://lifelinesa.co.za

Helpline: 0861-322-322

South African Depression and Anxiety Support Group 

https://www.sadag.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1496&Itemid=59

Helpline: 0800 21 22 23 (8am to 8pm)

In this episode, Hlogi and Zoe, have a very special guest on board who shares her experience of what it means to be a transgender women in this day and age. Nicole gives valuable insight into the major struggles faced by her and those in her community. She also addresses the various misconceptions of transgender individuals participating both, in sport and in life. Tune in and enjoy!

In this episode, Zoe and Hlogi share their own personal experience of being an interracial couple in South Africa. They explore the deeper rooted reasons that drive attraction, the dynamics around colourism and the preference and prejudice of race. 

Feel free to send us a DM on your take of the topics addressed:

IG: @com.fortablyuncomfortable

In this episode, Zoe and Lerato discuss the harsh reality of being a South African woman. They share their own personal experiences of what it means to be a woman in this day and age and the expectations of a woman both in the home and in society at large. They also bring light to the ideology of feminism and various aspects around it. Tune in and enjoy!

PHENOMENAL WOMAN by MAYA ANGELOU

"Men themselves have wondered what they see in me

They try so much

But they can't touch

My inner mystery

When I try to show them,

They say they still can't see

I say, it is in the arch of my back

The sun of my smile

The ride of my breasts

The grace of my style.

I am a woman. Phenomenally.

Phenomenal woman, THAT IS ME!"

*All the statistics were taken from:

https://www.usb.ac.za/usb_insights/equal-pay-for-equal-work-how-does-south-africa-measure-up/

https://globalriskinsights.com/2021/03/south-africas-secondary-pandemic-a-crisis-of-gender-based-violence/

https://www.saferspaces.org.za/blog/entry/what-works-to-prevent-gender-based-violence-in-south-africa