Crushing On with Caryn

Being, what is considered an ‘invisible woman’ can be seen as a superpower or a hindrance. And there is a lot to consider about how society interprets who deserves to be seen and who does not. In this episode we explore this and how women of colour, especially those who live in poverty, are often relegated to being invisible or unseen. We spoke to the stars of the new Netflix series Unseen, Gail Mabalane, Ilse Klink and Shimmy Isaacs about this, being South African women of colour, and more.

Unseen is a new six-part thriller series that follows the story of an ordinary domestic worker searching for her missing husband who gets entangled with violent and influential criminals. 

You can watch Unseen on Netflix here: https://www.netflix.com/title/81553435 

Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0n1NvFns3-Y

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This week episode was all about season 5 of The Crown. We joined by Mvelase Peppetta and Ayesha Kaprey to talk about what we enjoyed and didn’t enjoy about this season of The Crown. We chatted about the characterisation of Princess Diana, the controversial casting of Dominic West as Prince Charles and the fact that they made John Major hot.

Watch The Crown season 5 on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/80025678

Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ej0vb8xhvbw

Crushing On:

Ayesha: Interview With The Vampire

Mvelase: The Bastard and the Son (Netflix) / The Vampire Chronicles - Anne Rice

Leanne: Enola Holmes 2 (Netflix)

Caryn: Reboot (Disney+)

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This week on the podcast we were joined by Trix Vivier from the new KykNet series Fraksie as well as Legacy and Trackers to talk about her new series, making risky decisions and why you should be watching Fraksie. We also chatted about the craziest things that happened in pop culture from Matthew and Sonia Booth’s cheesecake saga to Johnny Depp walking in Rihanna’s fashion show and Chris Evans being named People’s Sexiest Man Alive for 2022.

Fraksie: The story of three school friends who join together to start a groundbreaking app and the limits they push to get what they want.

Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=70jbvE4QVIk

Watch it on DStv Now: https://now.dstv.com/catchup/program/1061631

Crushing On:

Leanne: Rosaline (Disney+)

Caryn: Emily (currently in cinemas)

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This week on the podcast we discussed the Netflix docuseries The Real Bling Ring: Hollywood Heist with returning guests Sloan and Lebo Sibisi. We spoke about one of the biggest pop culture scandals. From the motives behind the characters to the toxic nature of celebrity culture and more.

The Real Bling Ring: Hollywood Heist: In 2009, teenagers get arrested for stealing from celebrity homes; now, two of them tell their stories.

Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AGeWZu-3aYc

Watch it on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81349491

Crushing On:

Sloan: Best in Dough (Disney+)

Lebo: Ramy S3

Leanne: This Means War (Disney+)

Caryn: The Staircase (Showmax)

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This week on the podcast we honour late South African actor Charlbi Dean as her final film, Triangle of Sadness premieres in SA cinemas. We spoke to the writer and director of the film Ruben Östlund as well as the lead actor Harris Dickinson about the memories of Charlbi, their experiences making the film, the concept of gender roles and pretty privilege.

Triangle of Sadness: In Ruben Östlund’s wickedly funny Palme d’Or winner, TRIANGLE OF SADNESS, social hierarchy is turned upside down, revealing the tawdry relationship between power and beauty. Celebrity model couple, Carl (Harris Dickinson) and Yaya (Charlbi Dean) are invited on a luxury cruise for the mega-rich, helmed by an unhinged boat captain (Woody Harrelson).

Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HLJaBW0Bnn4

Watch it at cinemas nationwide.

Crushing On:

Caryn: The Loneliest Hour - Carly Rae Jepsen, Acapulco Season 2

Leanne: Midnights - Taylor Swift, Stumptown

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This week on the podcast we are focusing on Showmax’s new epic fantasy series Blood Psalms. We chat to creator Jahmil X. T. Qhubeka about his inspiration behind the series and his thoughts on African mythology, fantasy and history. We also spoke to Bokang Phelane, who plays the protagonist Princess Zazi about the role, being a strong female character and more.

Blood Psalms: Eleven thousand years ago, in ancient Africa, a young princess battles a world-ending prophecy to navigate her people through ancient curses, long-standing tribal vendettas and the wrath of the gods. Groundbreaking fantasy series.

Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0vCprK8nV0

Watch it on Showmax: https://www.showmax.com/eng/tvseries/376jbv7a-blood-psalms

Crushing On:

Caryn: Avatar (re-release)

Leanne: The Woman King

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This week, comedian and actor Riaad Moosa returns to the show to chat about his new tour, adjusting to the virtual world, how his comedy has changed during the pandemic and the Will Smith vs Chris Rock debacle. He also let us in on some exciting new projects that he has coming up.

Website: https://riaadmoosa.co.za/

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This week on the podcast we chatted to the renowned director and actor Akin Omotoso about the new Netflix series he created called The Brave Ones. We also spoke about the death of Queen Elizabeth II and all the complicated emotions around that, SpitGate, and what we are looking forward to from this year’s D23 presentation. And, of course, we had to chat about our favourite fictional queens.

The Brave Ones: An all-mighty goddess reincarnated as a young woman must harness her divine powers to avenge her sister's death and protect her family from destruction.

Releasing 16 September 2022

Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jxc5hiWx6sA&feature=youtu.be

Watch it on Netflix here: https://www.netflix.com/title/81151771

Crushing On:

Leanne: Partner Track (Netflix)

Caryn: Archetypes Podcast (Spotify)

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This week on the podcast we chatted to one of South Africa’s most iconic influencers Nadia Jaftha about her starring role in her debut film, Who’s My Daddy. We talked about the film, what it was like transitioning from skit comedy to film acting and more.

We also chat about the SAFTA award winners, Britney Spear’s current debacle with her children, and who our favourite celeb father and son duos are.

Who’s My Daddy: When three losers Prikesh, Emma and Alfie, come together due to a weird set of circumstances they go on a wacky journey to try and find Prikesh’s long-lost father.

Trailer: https://youtu.be/GAhIskdEnQQ

Crushing On:

Leanne: Movies With Mikey (YouTube)

Caryn: Only Murders in the Building S2 (Disney+)

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This week on the podcast we were joined by Too Hot to Handle alum Carly Lawrence (season 2) who chats to us about her experience on the groundbreaking reality show, her marriage to Love Island USA alum Bennett Sipes, and what she’s up to now.

We also chatted to Michael Porter, the executive producer at The Home Channel about their new series, Afrimaxx. The series showcases artists, architects, jewellery and fashion from around the continent. Watch Afrimaxx Season 1 Mondays at 19:30 on The Home Channel (DStv Channel 176)

And in our pop culture chat, we discussed the Don’t Worry Darling drama with Olivia Wilde, Harry Styles, Florence Pugh and Shia LeBeouf. Plus our favourite Architectural Digest-featured celebrity homes.

Crushing On:

Leanne: The Get Back (Disney+)

Rebecca: QI, No Such Thing As A Fish podcast

Caryn: Stranger Things S4

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