This week, the girls are joined by their first guest, Kuwaiti artist, filmmaker, writer, and comedian Zouz Al-Mahdi (AKA @zouzthebird).

The trio discuss breaking away from cultural norms, self-expression through fashion, and redefining femininity. They also touch on Kuwaiti identity and the Western influence on it.

All this and more in this week’s episode!

For the second (and hopefully last!) episode of the Candid Carpools, Zainab and Mia draw comparisons between the male and female gaze trope and TikTok’s latest viral trend: “girl pretty” or “guy pretty”.

Oh and by the way, have you heard of The (Scandalous) List? 

All this and so much more in this week’s episode!

Welcome to the first special edition mini-episode... on the road! Join the girls for a ride in Zainab's car as they delve into the adventure of healing friendships. They get candid about their journey, the bumps along the way, and how to navigate them.

All this and more in this week's episode!

In this week’s episode, the girls explore the dynamics of jealousy, examining its connection to comparison culture, the allure of the highlight reel, and the feelings of inadequacy that often accompany it. They also provide insights on how to navigate and address these emotions.

Your favorite duo is back from a hiatus, bringing you the hottest topic yet – the intricacies of dating in the Middle East! This week, the girls rip open the taboo surrounding discussions about Arab dating. From sharing their hot takes on Kuwait’s infamous “Love Street” to deception on dating apps, they also explore the needs of modern-day Arabs in the dating scene. Don't miss out on all this and more – grab a snack, strap in, and enjoy the show!

This week the girls break down the concept of shame in the Middle East and discuss how it’s being misused, overused, and weaponized in all realms including marriage.

This week the girls discuss "therapy speak": how Instagram has become the WebMD of mental health, therapists are preaching the gospel and everyone is being gaslit.

They unravel the mystery of why our parents never went to therapy and how we're making up for lost time. Plus, the struggles of setting boundaries with your Arab family and so much more. Tune in for laughs, therapy revelations, and the chaos of family dynamics!

In this week's episode, the girls dive headfirst into a spicy topic... Beauty Standards! Join them as they navigate the journey through time, from growing up during the "heroin chic" era to the empowering waves of the body positivity movement. They explore the ever-evolving concept of beauty, from the glitzy Victoria's Secret shows to the groundbreaking impact of Savage Fenty. The conversation also takes a deep dive into the male gaze and its profound effects on mental health and self-confidence.

For the first episode, the girls talk about navigating the complicated maze of female friendships, the story of how they unexpectedly met (in the unlikeliest of settings!), and their relationships with their friends as well as how those evolve.

They touch on the importance of having girl friends, the heartbreak of losing them, setting boundaries, and the particular complexities of these relationships.