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Allyship is defined by the Cambridge Dictionary as “the quality or practice of helping or supporting other people who are part of a group that is treated badly or unfairly, although you are not yourself a member of this group. One of the most important ways to practise allyship is just to listen. Allyship means using your power, position, or privilege to uplift others.” It is also an acronym for Action, Listening, Learning and Yielding (A.L.L.Y.).

From #BlackLivesMatter, #StopAsianHate, #LGTBQIA+rights to the #warinGaza and the #warinUkraine, there have been numerous global incidents over the last few years that have garnered attention and highlighted the need for allies. 

In this episode, we discuss allyship, what it is, the challenges of it, why it is necessary, how to properly inform oneself and encourage participation in some causes. We also delve into allyship on the ground level as Zimbabweans, dissecting patriarchy and how men can be allies against it. This is truly a layered topic which evokes a myriad of emotions and questions. 

How can you be an ally? What should you read to be properly informed when seeking to be an ally? What is the best way to be an ally? Delve deeper with us into allyship and how complex yet necessary it is. 

Zim Shoutout: Stephanie Travers

Zimbabwean born Stephanie Travers is the deputy team principal of Louis Hamilton's Extreme E team X44 Vida Carbon Racing. Before that, she spent three years working with the Mercedes F1 team. Shoutout to her for making waves in spaces where women don’t often get a chance to shine.

Keep up with Stephanie

Instagram: @stephanietravers (https://www.instagram.com/stephanietravers/) 

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Of course, as Barbies- we have to find our Ken! 💝
This artist’s music manages to do just that- convey a deep connection and love; from hits such as “Muroora”, “Chargie”, “Premiere” and “Love Story Part 2”- Hillzy truly sings from the heart.  Earlier this year, we had the opportunity to sit down with Hilary ‘Hillzy’ Chipunza and got to know a little more about the man “in the building”. His early beginnings; what most people won’t know about him; his love for music; his musical inspiration; the journey to being the Hillzy we know today; and what makes him shy - we delve into it all! This candid conversation is a must listen to for getting to know Hillzy - a leading Contemporary Urban Music artist. 

Enjoy this bonus episode!

Keep Up With Hilary ‘Hillzy’ Chipunza

Facebook: @hillzy911

Instagram: @hillzy911  

X (AKA Twitter): @hillzy911 

Listen to Hillzy on Spotify

Listen to Hillzy on Apple Music

Watch Hillzy’s Music Videos on YouTube

Listen to Hillzy’s BBC Africa Interview

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Danayi Madondo is a force to be reckoned with on the Zimbabwean and African fashion scene. Her business, ‘Haus of Stone’ uses multidisciplinary methods to tell the story of the modern age African designs. We sat down with Danayi to talk about her journey to entrepreneurship; funding her fashion business; handling the uncertainty and instability of the Zimbabwean economy as a business owner; her latest showroom at Emagumeni Cultural Centre, Helensvale; and how she wants to go down in fashion history.

Her work has been seen on friend of the podcast, Gemma Griffiths, as well as Ammara Brown, Tamy Moyo and Shingai, to name a few. There’s a reason why Danayi is the go-to stylist for Zimbabwean artists - her works are exquisite, sustainably sourced and redefining Zimbabwean style.

Delve deeper with us on entrepreneurship in Zimbabwe and how collaboration is going to be crucial for us to claim our place on the world stage as Zimbabweans.

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Keep Up With Danayi

Danayi Madondo Instagram: @danayimadondo 

Haus of Stone Instagram: @hausofstone 

Haus of Stone Showroom Instagram: @hausofstone_showroom 

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IT’S OUR 50TH EPISODE!! We are so thrilled to bring you our 5th episode of season 5 which is the 50th episode of our podcast! Did somebody say, ‘alignment’?

In light of this podcast being our side hustle, we decided to delve deeper into the topic of ‘Side Hustle Culture’. What is side hustle culture? Is it for everyone? Is it sustainable? Are families and friends supposed to support your side hustle? What are the origins of this mindset and how has it evolved?

We delve into this and have a blast doing it! 

In celebration of this being our 50th episode, we are inviting you to check out our brand new website - a platform where you can keep up with all things ‘It’s Layered Podcast’, and hear a bit more from us. Be sure to check it out:
www.itslayeredpodcast.com
Let us know your thoughts ;) 

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“It’s an act of revolution to tell your story.” | Dr Wadzanai Motsi-Mueller

And a revolutionary she is. On this episode, we got to sit down with a friend of the podcast, Dr Wadzanai Motsi-Mueller to talk about dating around the world.

What’s the dating scene like in Japan? Or Tanzania? We heard the men in Ghana are foine - is it true?

We had a blast chatting to Wadzi, creator and host of the YouTube series, ‘Dating Around the World’. We chat to her about her inspiration behind creating the series; what she’s noticed to be a common thread, no matter the region, when it comes to dating in different parts of the world; and which countries our black sisters should consider when wanting to open up their dating pool. It was such a fun and enlightening conversation which we hope you will thoroughly enjoy.

Let us know your thoughts!

Keep Up With Wadzi

Instagram: @datingaroundtheworld_wm 

YouTube: Dating Around The World 

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“Healthy boundaries are important, but you may be building a brick wall when a picket fence would do.” – Amy Dickinson

Boundaries are all the rage in wellness speak. What exactly are they? What does it mean to ‘set boundaries’? Ummm, we’re African - how on earth do we set boundaries as black folks within a society that completely disregards personal space and autonomy? 

Personal boundaries can be defined as “the limits and rules we set for ourselves within relationships. A person with healthy boundaries can say “no” to others when they want to, but they are also comfortable opening themselves up to intimacy and close relationships.” | Therapist Aid, UHS Berkley

We delve into all of this and more. How we are personally trying to set boundaries and the struggle that comes with it. We also talk about healthy boundaries and how we can allow those we trust and who honour us within our personal space.

Help us out and let us know some of the ways you practise healthy boundaries. What has been the hardest part? 

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Zim Shoutout: Yemu Phiri

Author of “Mighty Women of Africa”, we celebrate Yemu Phiri for representing beautiful black women and inspiring young black women on what we too can do.

Grab a copy on Amazon here.

Follow Yemu Phiri on IG: @yemuphiri

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Early this year, we got to sit down with the hilarious, uber talented actress, presenter, content creator and podcaster, Sarel ‘Coco Sarel’ Madziya. 

We are huge fans of her and her work as a creative in an industry that not many Zimbabweans get to be a part of. From her start in content creation to interviewing the legendary Viola Davis, we talk about it all. 

Sarel went viral on Tik Tok during the pandemic and her career has taken off with a one-woman show, television features, event hosting and so much more. Listen in and find out just how much an all-round dope, beautiful and brilliant woman she is. 

Keep Up With Sarel Madziya

Instagram: @cocosarel 

TikTok: @cocosarel  

X (AKA Twitter): @cocosarel
Podcast: Closet Confessions (Candice Brathwaite & Coco Sarel) 
Website: www.cocosarel.com 

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We’re baaaaaaack!!
Season 5 has been a long time coming, but we are so stoked to be back!

In this first episode of the season, your hosts catch-up and then delve into a listener-requested topic: “Platonic Friendships”. Defined as a “friendship between two people who could, in theory, feel attracted to each other, but without sexual or romantic feelings." (Healthline & Betterhelp)

We delve deep into the complexities of platonic friendships, if platonic friends make good wingmen when on the dating circuit and the best and hardest parts of platonic friends.

Do you believe that platonic friendships are possible? How have you navigated them?

Hit us up and let us know ;)

Zim Shoutout: Rutendo M as featured on ‘Masterchef Australia’
Our shoutout goes to Rutendo who was a contestant on the recent season of Masterchef Australia. She won the sauce challenge and created a flavourful 'BarbeRue' sauce which is available across all Coles Supermarket stores in Australia.
Check her out on IG: @ruetendom 

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We are back for another season!!
So grateful for this one especially being a milestone season- SEASON 5!

As we are firmly in our ‘Barbie era’💅🏽 - we will be chatting to beautiful, talented and witty Black Zimbabwean women! Here's a little snippet of what you can expect from our upcoming season! Our first episode drops on 25 September!

Join us as we delve into it all coz….zvine maLayers!

Some of the guests featured this season include Coco Sarel co-host of “Closet Confessions” podcast, “Dating around the world” host Wadzi Motsi and “Haus of Stone” designer, Danayi Madondo. 

Tune in for more and don’t forget to like, rate or review us and subscribe so you know when the first episodes drop ;) 

#ItsLayeredPodcast #ZimbabweanWomen

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We got to sit down with the incredible creator/writer/producer/director/editor, Christine ‘Kix’ Mwaturura, and the cast of the hit fictional podcast, ‘Private Affairs’! This romantic dramedy podcast follows Vee (Ratidzo Mambo), a Zimbabwean young, professional woman living and working in Australia; her relationship with her partner Luke (Ronn Kurtz) as well as Vee’s circle of friends which includes her cousin, Mati (Tsungirai Wachenuka), Taff and Tonde (Garikai Jani).

In this very candid, fun and inspiring conversation, we talk to Christine about the origins of ‘Private Affairs’ as well as her creative process. Tsungi, Ronn and Garikai share their experience working on the project, their love for the arts and share some insights on how to pursue your creative passion.   

This show is a global hit and rightfully so! Don’t believe us? Check it out here for yourself and find out!

‘Private Affairs’ website: https://www.privateaffairspod.com/ 

‘Private Affairs’ platforms:
https://linktr.ee/privateaffairspod 

‘Private Affairs’ donations: https://www.privateaffairspod.com/donate
‘Private Affairs’ merch: https://shop.privateaffairspod.com/ 

‘Private Affairs’ social media
Instagram: @privateaffairspod  

Twitter: @privateaffairsp

Facebook: Private Affairs Podcast 

‘Private Affairs’ cover art:

Illustrator: Maanya Dhar

Instagram: @maanya_dhar

Twitter: @Dharmaanya

Facebook: @maanyart 

‘Private Affairs’ original music and sound design by Jerry Agbinya. 

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