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  • Ever feel like you're trying to balance your 9-to-5 and keeping your sanity intact? Same. This week, we're getting real about the struggle of juggling full-time work with the chaos of life. From sneaking in a devotional during bathroom breaks (yes, really) to starting mornings with a little praise and worship, we share how we find pockets of peace amid the madness. if dating as a plus-size queen feels like a whole other challenge, you're not alone! We talk about the audacity of some people on dating apps and why self-worth is non-negotiable. Especially for black plus-size women, let’s just say we’re far from desperate. 😉 and last but not least, We also get into the ethics of pillow talk and why gossip in any relationship—family or bae—can be a slippery slope. laughs, lessons, and real talk #ItsAMouthful

    Chapters

    (00:00) Coffee, Games, Christmas, and Work

    (10:09) Rest and Reflection

    (17:07) Social Battery and Matchmaking Business

    (25:20) Dating App Dynamics and Self-Worth

    (33:21) Sibling Relationship and Boundaries

    (44:26) Parenting and Kids’ Privacy Boundaries

    (55:43) The Ethics of Pillow Talk

    (01:02:27) Gossip and Reputation Boundaries


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  • Group trips, elaborate gifts, and surprise parties—summer birthdays are truly not for the faint of heart! We reflect on how our ability to party has changed with age and why. Charity spills the tea on her crushes and seeks advice on flirting, while we share hilarious stories about surviving rejection and offer practical tips on being bold, leveraging common interests and maintaining playful banter. And of course, it’s not a good episode without unpacking the week’s online controversies. We dive into the xenophobic attacks against Miss South Africa 2024 contestant Chidimma Adetshina for her half Nigerian nationality and explore the unsettling life and marriage of Utah-based trad wife influencer and Mrs. American 2023 winner, Hannah Neeleman, aka Ballerina Farms. We discuss these controversies and the judgment these women face for living their lives. Tune in for a fun, flirty and insightful episode! Its #AMouthful

    Chapters

    (02:10) July Birthdays, Hanging Up the Bottle

    (05:55) The Subtle Art of Flirting

    (27:06) Miss South Africa?

    (39:10) Race, Inequality, and Systemic Design

    (53:15) Ballerina Farms


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  • From a real-life “burn book” scandal that rocked Charity's high school to the mix of jealousy and relief when you or your friends first got their periods. This weeks episode leaves no page unturned. We’re sharing those awkward first-period stories, the quirky cultural practices around menstrual hygiene, and the secret code we all used to talk about it. Expect a ton of “been there, done that” moments and maybe a few surprises about how those early experiences still impact our lives today.

    Charity shares a story that sounds like every teen girls worst nightmare; finding out you're in a burn book! Naturally, we chatted about the drama of high school popularity and the intense social dynamics that came with with navigating mean girl waters. Lastly, we answer a juicy anony submitted by one of you! So, grab your favourite snack, get comfy, and join us for #AMouthful

    Chapters

    (08:08) Surviving Puberty

    (24:10) Mean Girls & Burn Books

    (35:49) Unwanted Advances & Skinny Men and Fat Girls A Study

    (49:20) Your Anonymous Dilemma Submission

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  • What happens when content creators clash over originality and credit? We break down the internet's favorite new beef between South African creator Onezwa Mbola and trad wife superstar Nara Smith. We bring the receipts and dive into what it means for small creators to fight for recognition online. Voxx shares her relationship with coffee and how it fuels her mornings and social interactions, while Charity highlights the spontaneous joy of impromptu get-togethers with a special shoutout to friends who spoil you like your man should. Plus, we critique the latest season of "Bridgerton"—the good and the bad, the plot of the relationship between Eloise and Penn, and why Penn is written as the "fat insecure girl." It's honestly #AMouthful!

    Chapters

    (00:01) Coffee Habits and Spontaneous Gatherings

    (09:50) A Bridgerton Review

    (22:34) Nara Vs. Onezwa

    (33:53) Content Creation and Cultural Appropriation

    (56:23) Standing Up for Others vs Self

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  • From Tufting and Affirmations to Colonization, Faith, and Modern Relationships. This weeks episode is an actual mouthful. Ever tried making your own carpet? We have and It's oddly satisfying! We start with some fun chat about tufting, and the joy of receiving words of affirmation. Then we get into the heavy stuff; talking about the intersections of colonization and Christianity, exploring how history has shaped our faith. We touch on Africa's rich spiritual heritage and the tough questions we have to ask ourselves around faith and suffering in the Black community. We wrap it all up with a look at how social media's portrayal of wealth affects our own views on success and happiness. Whether you're into crafts, DMCs, or relationship advice, Tune in and join the convo! #ItsAMouthful

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  • The stakes of academic pressure are wild! and were getting real about its toll on our self-worth. In this week's episode, we chat about how high school experiences stack up around the world, comparing North America's wild grad parties to the strict routines of African high schools, and how socio-economic status affects higher education admissions. Thanks to a viral TikTok, we get into the details of different parenting styles, free education, and how much parents get involved in school.

    Then, we switch gears to talk about the internet's most loved and hated influencers like Lizzo, Fanita, Alix Earle, and Monet; body image trends, and the challenges Black women face in the influencer world. We wrap it all up with a word about Job and staying strong through life’s ups and downs. Tune in and join the convo! #ItsAMouthful

    Chapters

    (00:05) - The Pressure Is Getting Worser: Will Expectations Make or Break Us?

    (06:48) - Different Strokes for Different Folks.

    (11:23) - Turning point: Grade 10 Subject Selection.

    (15:31) - Navigating the Maze: Racism and Other Student Struggles.

    (27:40) - Fanita, Fanita, Fanita!

    (43:01) - Veneer Techs, Ozempic, Fame and Shame.

    (58:05) - A word!

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  • After many a struggle trying to record this episode, were finally back! The conversation gets real as we chat about this year's met gala disaster and the pitfalls of performative activism, the nuances of friend group dynamics and letting each other lead, and off course, the 'Black Wife Effect' and the hypocrisy surrounding the attitudes of men. It's funny, it's chaotic, #ItsAMouthful

    Chapters

    (00:08) - The DJ is conducting a troubleshoot test

    (02:49) - Type-A girlies navigating friendship dynamics

    (09:35) - The "Black Wife Effect"

    (19:38) - The worst commencement speech, trad wife propaganda and mother blame

    (29:09) - Let them eat cake, Palestine and performative activism

    (47:15) - New Tattoos, and reflections on our youth

    (54:09) - Meeting our listeners in real life


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  • Ever wonder what would happen if your significant other dropped a bombshell of a controversial comment over dinner? We're slicing through the tension, and sharing our thoughts on whether these moments can shatter your love life or spice it up with understanding. In the realm of friendships and the social media age, it's easy to be swept away by waves of comparison and envy. Later, we chat about the persistent, systemic problem of colorism that is woven into the fabric of our lives as Black women from that racist Louisiana College student to The Real Housewives. Plus, we answer a dilema submission from you, one of our annonies. #ItsAMouthful

    (00:10) - Difficult Conversations With your Problematic Partner

    (06:34) - Never Say Never

    (11:14) -Systemic Racism and Privilege

    (20:47) - Colorism is Rampant On Reality TV

    (38:49) - Navigating Insecurities in Friendships

    (45:54) - Social Media Envy

    (50:54) - Your Annonymous Submission

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  • On this rollercoaster of an episode, Avox and I, Charity dive headfirst into what we've dubbed the 'crush recession' – where finding a decent crush feels as rare as a unicorn sighting. Blaming the daily grind for our romance drought, we ponder on whether our obsession with work is snuffing out our love lives. Shifting gears, we share from personal experiences, confronting the biases that can gatekeep necessary health services and challenge the oversimplified narratives that exclude and label. From gym encounters to the trending use of weight loss drugs, we're discussing the complex relationship between body image and the path to wellness. It's not all doom and gloom though! We've got a hilarious tale to share about an Uber ride that turned another dull commute into an oasis of laughter. Because sometimes, all it takes is a dash of humor to turn the ordinary into the extraordinary.So grab your headphones and join the conversation because #ItsAMouthful

    (00:09) - The Crush Crisis

    (11:17) - BMI perceptions

    (17:53) - Body Image and Society: Leave me alone

    (26:54) - Diversity, Equity and Inclusion?

    (40:03) - I'm an Angry Black Woman

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  • 00:09) - Celebrating Womanhood

    (13:33) - Superstitions and Sleep Paralysis

    (25:55) - Protecting your relationship online

    (40:09) - Black Women and Church Hurt

    (50:51) - Kate baby where are you?

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  • Welcome back to the highly anticipated Season Four of A Mouthful Podcast! Join your favourite duo Charity and Asante as they delve into the captivating tale buzzing across the internet: *cue drumroll Reesa Teesa's "Who TF Did I Marry?" TikTok saga, spanning 52 parts and 8 hours total. Reesa Teesa shared the unsettling details of her relationship with a man named "Legion" and their relationship, which began during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, where he allegedly lied about his job, family and background. From fabricating conversations with fictional relatives to fabricating bank statements for non-existent accounts and all the LIES!! spun by a man who Reesa and the internet have dubbed "The United Nations of red flags" lets get into it.

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  • Welcome back to the highly anticipated Season Four of A Mouthful Podcast! Join your favourite duo Charity and Asante as they kick off the new season with a bang, talking vacationing in the Dominican Republic as they celebrate turning a quarter-century old. The INs and OUTs of the New Year, and discuss the intentional living they're aiming for in 2024. From heartwarming moments of vulnerability to navigating the complexities of everyday microaggressions they share their personal journeys with both resilience and humour as they always do.

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  • Welcome to the season finale of A Mouthful Podcast! We're breaking down Queen Bey's Renaissance film and chatting about the effects of stan culture on media consumption. We show some appreciation for the labor that goes into the creation of such mega shows at that level of artistry. "Sandwich gate" the wild twitter story about friendship; boundaries and some bombastic side eye behaviours.

    we answer a question for Would you ever go through your partner's phone? We're breaking down the pros, cons, and all the messy stuff in between. Get ready for some real talk!

    As we wrap up this season, we gotta shout out to all you amazing folks for the constant support. Wishing you the happiest of holiday seasons and an epic new year! We're signing off with laughter, thoughts, and a promise – we'll be back with even better chats in the new year. Until then, keep it real, stay curious, and don't forget to hit play on our previous episodes for some gems. It's Honestly A Mouthful!

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  • In this episode, we chat about being in our "Gratitude-era", Charity's brand new pink IPhone and the transformative power of perspective. Small joys, beautiful moments, and the ability to find happiness amidst life's trials. We talk about the complexities of single-hood, loving it, hating it and the pressure to 'fix' ourselves before being considered worthy of it.

    Diving further into gratitude; we talk about how out of touch billionaires, like Bill Gates, Jeff Bezos, and Kim Kardashian; and ask whether their wealth truly brings them contentment, and fulfillment.

    Lastly, we take you beyond the glossy facade of "representation" and why we will no longer be applauding fish for swimming. From the messaging in the barbie movie, the controversial Victoria's Secret show and the body shaming that permeates our society as plus sized women to performative DEI initiatives that do more harm at work. It's Honestly A Mouthful!

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    Chapters

    00:08 Our Gratitude Era

    05:18 A new perspective on Single-hood

    08:23 Billionaires, Happiness and First world Problems

    19:42 Representation and Beauty Standards in Media

    28:00 Body Shaming and our experiences

    35:50 Our Roman Empire

    44:33 All the things wrong with DEI

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  • We're taking a trip down memory lane and reminiscing about those carefree college days when we used to live on campus; the days when the only thing we worried about was making it in time for class and our parents took care of everything else. God's hand in our academic and personal journeys and making room for serendipity in our lives. We get into the topic of some women's delusional expectations and the complex dynamics of relationships and asking men for money chile! We aren't shy about discussing the struggle of being valued primarily for your appearance, being labelled a gold digger, and how women are capitalizing on the male gaze.

    As we near the end of our chat, we talk about tough love versus gentle care in friendships, and the value of allowing each other the space to grow and make mistakes. Lastly, we couldn't resist discussing the "Married Men Rizz" thread that had twitter up in arms this week and the embarrassing but all too real pain of your first heartbreak (Sorry Lupita) It's always A Mouthful! over here.

    (0:06:45) Reminiscing on Uni Days and God's Role in Our Journeys

    (0:18:45) Delusional Expectations and Asking Men for Money

    (0:32:00) "Gold Diggers" and Capitalizing on the Male Gaze

    (0:45:00) Nurturing Friendships: Tough Love vs Gentle Care

    (0:57:00) Twitter Case Study: "Married Men Rizz"

    (1:08:25) Reflecting on First Heartbreaks

    (1:15:30) A random game of Song Association

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  • In this episode,We talk about about sobriety and the impact its having on our mental clarity and happiness. we unpack why birthdays hold such significance for women, especially within the black community -the birthday outfit debacle and dealing with jealousy and comparison in friendships. THEN, We unpack all the parasocial celebrity drama of the past week: From Jamie Vs Nikki , DDG and Halle's maybe baby to the potential end of the receipts podcast, the fabulous pod that sparked the idea for this very show. It's honestly A Mouthful!

    (05:41 - 06:50) Embracing Sadness to Appreciate Happiness

    (16:35 - 17:52) The birthday outfit, competition and girl friendship dynamics

    (20:56 - 22:13) Why do birthdays hold such significance for Women

    (23:04 - 33:55) The Receipts Podcast broke up and Charity is not well

    (34:07 - 58:10) Jamie VS Nicki, the challenges of internet relationships and DARVO

    (01:02:57 - 01:03:52) DDG and Halle, Parasocial Relationships With Social Media Influencers and reaching

    It's honestly A Mouthful!

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  • In this episode...

    (0:00:03) - Reflecting on life after graduation and surviving the new Job Market

    (0:07:56) - Soccer Vs Tennis and the Kardashian konundrum

    (0:13:43) - Sibling Drama, Loyalty and Being the First-Born in An African household

    (0:27:57) - Resentment and Parental Expectations

    (1:00:58) - Boy Math and The Pleasure Gap!

    It's honestly A Mouthful!

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  • In this episode, we spill the tea on our toxic traits and how we cope, giggle about that one TikToker who's always "broke," but keeps buying fancy stuff, dive into the Miss Zimbabwe controversy and get real about race, history and our own naivety when it comes to racism. We explore the toxicity lurking behind the screens, Twitter fingers , getting dragged and get vulnerable about the struggles of online visibility, and why it's so intimidating to share your thoughts online. Things get spicy as we tackle the internet's newest dilemma, the "credit card saga" and the age-old debate of splitting bills and money etiquette. #It'sHonestlyAMouthful

    Toxic Traits and Coping Mechanisms

    Voxx's sister's matric dance and missing homeSpending when you're sadFall is back bring the coats out

    Misunderstandings and Naivety on Racism

    The Miss Zimbabwe controversy Underrepresentation of Black women in the beauty industry The need for education and content to broaden our world views.

    Miss Zimbabwe, Colonization and Getting dragged on twitter

    The elephant in the room: Race and body representation in beauty pageantsGetting dragged on twitterColonization's effects on indigenous populations land acknowledgements in Canada are awkward and not enough

    Another Social Media Rant

    Social media is fun but also toxic The blessings and curses of online visibilityBe kind, read books, and avoid negative online interactions.

    Splitting Bills and Money Etiquette

    Money Pet PeevesWe debate the pros and cons of paying for individual orders, and discuss the complexities of money and friendship, as well as the recent "credit card saga" on social media.Money beliefs and upbringing

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  • We're back! with a casual chitchat , we're catching up on the end of summer and venting! about the crazy expensive lives of women who have to braid our hair, skyrocketing rental prices in Canada and double standards and identity issues with examples from our favourite source, Twitter. We get into "The brick" incident - a Black woman hit with a brick for turning down a mans advances and compare it to another viral video of a white woman celebrated for her violent behavior at a music festival. Last but certainly not least, we tackle some AITAs from Reddit and a dilemma submitted by one of our lovely annonies. From boundary-crossing in relationships, the pain of ghosting, societal pressures on women's appearances and wedding planner drama #ItsAMouthful !

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