This week your girls are wrapping up the year with a bit of reflection on 2021 It has certainly been a whirlwind, with ups and downs for everyone! Tune in to hear on thought on the tear as well as a sneak peek on what Bittersweet as planned for 2021. We are also bringing ya’ll our second insecure review with episode 8 ‘Choices, Okay?!’ Join the conversation and community on social media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bittersweet.podcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bittersweetpodcast H...
Dec 27, 2021•48 min
Welcome to Shifting Culture a monthly talk series dedicated to celebrating & amplifying the stories of accomplished & inspirational women of colour. This month we are caught up with powerhouse hairstylist and educator Chrissy Zemura. Chrissy spoke to us about her introduction to hair and beauty, the infamous petition she created to introduce textured hair into the curriculum and the potential growth and room for opportunity in creative industries. Follow Chrissy Zemura on Instagram @chri...
Dec 14, 2021•41 min
This week we are discussing body image, diet culture and how challenging it can be to embrace radical self-love. We live in a world that tells us constantly our bodies are something that needs to be ‘fixed’ or are a problem to be ‘solved'. We also have set ourselves crazy and unrealistic standards of what the 'perfect' body should look like. We will be delving into how harmful these narratives are, as well as our one experiences in the episode. We are also bringing ya’ll our second insecure revi...
Dec 07, 2021•1 hr 12 min
For this week's episode, we start the first of our Insecure episode reviews! Kicking it off with episode 3 ‘Pressure, Okay?!’ This episode was all about co-parenting as Condola and Lawrance navigate how to raise their newborn separated and in different cities. We also touch on the Travis Scott Astraworld festival tragedy, and our thoughts on what happened, who should be held responsible, as well as celebrity culture in general. Send us your dilemmas via bittersweetpod.dilemma@gmail.com. We want ...
Nov 29, 2021•46 min
WE TEAMED UP WITH SHEA MOISTURE *screaaaming* Hello fam! We have some exciting news, this week we're dropping a creative video campaign centred around Black women and our individual hair journeys. We feature the stories of 5 women, including Lorraine Morena, Jane Tome, Zakiyah Hussein and your very own hosts! Hair is a topic we hold close to our hearts, especially in the Black community, so we wanted to capture a story that truly reflects our journeys, our triumphs and our deep rooted love for h...
Nov 22, 2021•7 min
Welcome to Shifting Culture a monthly talk series dedicated to celebrating & amplifying the stories of accomplished & inspirational women of colour. This month we are speaking with Shilpa Bihm, the founder and editor of Glowreel, an online weekly newsletter dedicated to sharing the news, stories and achievements of women of colour in Australia. We spoke with Shilpa about her upbringing, her motivation behind creating Glowreal as well as what authentic representation means to her. Follow ...
Nov 14, 2021•46 min
For this week's episode, we talked about sacrifice and compromise. Can we really have everything we want or do we always find ourselves sacrificing something for the bigger picture? Can you have a healthy social life and be thriving in your career? Can you prioritise marrying into money and still fall in love? Do you constantly feel like you're struggling to be content in your situation? Hear our thoughts on all of this and much more This week's dilemma: (Reddit) Am I The Asshole for strengtheni...
Nov 08, 2021•1 hr 1 min
This week we discussed the Nicki Minaj and Jesy Nelson drama. Do we think Jesy Nelson was black fishing? And was the video as bad as everyone says it was? Tune in to hear our opinions on black fishing, celebrity influence, colourism and beauty standards and much more! Send your dilemmas via Instagram DM @bittersweet.podcast . We want to hear it all, from saucy confessions to questions & dilemmas about relationships, friendships, careers & more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for ...
Nov 01, 2021•49 min
This week we are joined by the guys from Talking Trophies to discuss the different ways someone's ethnic group/religion can influence their dating and marrying prospects. We decided to delve a little deeper into our previous conversation on marriage after receiving a dilemma relating to this topic from one of our listens. Tune in to get the tea. Connect with Talking Trophies on Instagram and Youtube Send you dilemmas via Instagram DM @bittersweet.podcast. We want to hear it all, from saucy confe...
Oct 25, 2021•1 hr 4 min
Welcome to Shifting Culture a monthly talk series dedicated to celebrating & amplifying the stories of accomplished & inspirational women of colour. This month we are speaking with beauty entrepreneur and founder of Bread Beauty Supply, Maeva Heim. Bread Beaty Supply, is a brand that supplies women with textured hair, nourishing hair care products that totally simplify wash day. We spoke with Maeva about her upbringing and introduction to haircare and beauty, the inspiration behind BREAD...
Oct 18, 2021•48 min
This week we're delving into the dilemma and talking all this marriage. Do we want to get married? Is the legally binding union an outdated ritual? We speak about the shift in perspective Millennials and Gen Z have towards marriage, the rise of dating apps, the concept of 'choices' and much more. This weeks dilemma: What does marriage look like for first generation migrants? Send your dilemmas via Instagram DM @bittersweet.podcast. We want to hear it all, from saucy confessions to questions &...
Oct 10, 2021•55 min
In this weeks episode we spend some time delving deep into our dilemma about being single during lockdown, as well as toxic dating habits and finding peace in being on your own. We also discuss the big news of Australians boarders potentially opening sooner than expected. This weeks dilemma: Discuss being single in lockdown and the struggles of online dating and meeting people How to send your dilemmas: Via Instagram DM @bittersweet.podcast. We want to hear it all, from saucy confessions to ques...
Oct 06, 2021•42 min
We’re back and this week we're unpacking all the craziness that has been going on in Melbourne! From continuous statewide lockdowns and antivax protests to EARTHQUAKES! Tune in to listen to our opinions and thoughts on all of this madness. This weeks dilemma: Is it too vein or unfair of me to expect/pick out the engagement ring I want? Send in your dilemmas via Instagram DM @bittersweet.podcast. We want to hear it all, from saucy confessions to questions & dilemmas about relationships, frien...
Sep 27, 2021•56 min
Welcome to Shifting Culture, a monthly talk series dedicated to celebrating & amplifying the stories of accomplished & Inspi women of colour. This month we caught up with singer and songwriter Mwanje Tembo. We spoke to her about her creative journey, her experience navigating the music industry in Australia, self-love and life transitions, as well as the inspiration behind her upcoming EP 'Seasons'. Connect with Mwanje on Instagram @mwanje_t Connect with us @bittersweet.podcast Hosted on...
Sep 06, 2021•24 min
Have you ever been in a one-sided situationship, where it feels like the other person is almost delusionally into you? Or maybe you are on the delusional one? We discussed this and compatibility in relationships this week! We also talk about entitlement, feelings and reactions and whether it is possible to come back from the ‘ick’ in a relationship. QOTW: What are your friendship turnoffs? Join the conversation by finding us on Instagram @bittersweet.podcast or Facebook, @TheBittersweetPodcast. ...
Aug 30, 2021•51 min
This week we discussed racism in reality TV. Specifically shows like Love Island, which lacks diversity and highlights the European beauty standards that to this day remain the ‘preference’ of the majority. We also talk about the unfair burden of representation and the sense of accountability Black women face when appearing on reality TV shows. QOTW: What does self-care look like to you? Join the conversation by finding us on Instagram @bittersweet.podcast or Facebook, @TheBittersweetPodcast. Ho...
Aug 23, 2021•37 min
This week, we are talking about productivity guilt, hustle culture and burnout. Popular culture and social media tend to teach us that overworking to the point of exhaustion is not only normal but an expected part of ‘success’. What people don’t talk about is the stress, guilt and burnout that accompanies this mentality. Tune in this week to hear our thoughts and personal experiences. QOTW: What are your thoughts on Rihanna’s billionaire status? Join the conversation by finding us on Instagram @...
Aug 16, 2021•47 min
Welcome to Shifting Culture a monthly talk series dedicated to celebrating & amplifying the stories of accomplished & inspirational women of colour. This month we caught up with 22-year-old, Melbourne-based, writer, podcaster and social media guru, Maggie Zhou. Maggie shares with us how she built her career as a content creator, her relationship with fast fashion and shared some tips on how to create your own opportunities in the creative industry! Connect with Maggie Instagram @yemagz C...
Aug 09, 2021•27 min
This week, we are talking BBL’s and plastic surgery. The number of Brazilian butt lifts performed globally has risen 77.6% since 2015, making them the fastest-growing cosmetic surgery in the world. In this episode, we break down why we think this is...are these new images just trends or are they here to stay? The influence of social media and whether we think the body positivity movement is switching things up. QOTW: Do you feel like you need to choose between financial stability and a lifestyle...
Aug 02, 2021•1 hr 2 min
This week, we discuss the difference between a ‘good’ person and the ‘right’ person in a relationship. Have you ever dated someone and wondered why they seem so perfect, yet it just doesn’t feel right? We certainly have and are here to break down why this can happen! QOTW: When is a relationship more likely over, when the guy is emotionally tapped out or the girl? Join the conversation by finding us on Instagram @bittersweet.podcast or Facebook, @TheBittersweetPodcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast...
Jul 26, 2021•46 min
In this weeks episode, we talk about racism in sports. There has been a lot of madness happening over the past couple of weeks, from the banning of the Soul Cap to the disqualification of two Namibian sprinters for naturally high levels of testosterone. The 2020 Tokyo Olympics have uncovered troubling and problematic themes. We also discuss the racist threats and abuse black English football players received after missing penalty shots during the recent Euro final. QOTW: Should Black women, wear...
Jul 19, 2021•47 min
