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Because We Said So

Because We Said So

Zama Marubelela; Landiwe Gama 51 Episodes Oct 28, 2026

Because We Said So is a podcast by Zama Marubelela and Landzy Gama, two 20-something South African women figuring life out in real time. From navigating friendships, love, careers, and the chaos of growing up—no topic is off-limits. It’s girlhood, unfiltered. Come for the laughs, stay for the realness.

Episodes

“I Found Out I’m Dating My Aunty’s Ex - HELP!”
“I Found Out I’m Dating My Aunty’s Ex - HELP!” Oct 28, 2026 01:07:58 We are back with another Dilemmas episode! This week, we help our fellow bwssties navigate their tricky situations, share advice, and get into the dilemmas sent our way.In Pop Culture Rewind, we touch on the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, Clicks Beauty Playground, and Cardi B’s Tiny Desk performance.And because it is Halloween, we are playing a spooky version of Never Have I Ever with Trick or Tr
Birds of A Feather, Do They Flock Together?
Birds of A Feather, Do They Flock Together? Oct 21, 2026 01:21:45 This week on Because We Said So, we are talking about how the people around us shape who we become. From friendships that influence our choices to relationships that make us question our standards, we are unpacking the good, the bad and the questionable side of the company we keep. Plus, we get into pop culture, including Blueface’s proposal to Chrisean Rock, Tyla kicking off her tour in Paris, th
Our Generation’s Relationship With Alcohol.
Our Generation’s Relationship With Alcohol. Oct 14, 2026 01:07:23 This week, we’re getting into how alcohol has become such a big part of social life, from groove culture and nights out to birthdays and brunches. Plus, we’ve got all the latest in our Pop Culture Rewind, in Lucky Daye’s dating antics, the MAFS reunion and more. We also have a special Ocsober segment in partnership with Roses.
28 Things We've Learnt at 29
28 Things We've Learnt at 29 Oct 7, 2026 01:21:00 In this week’s episode of Because We Said So, we are talking about 28 things we have learnt at 29 from friendships, relationships to the other life lessons we have picked up along the way.We are also getting into some of the biggest pop culture conversations right now, including Savannah James and the first class debate, the 2026 VMAs, the reboot of “A Different World” and more.
Leave Women Alone
Leave Women Alone Sep 30, 2026 01:17:04 In this week’s episode of Because We Said So, we are having a very important conversation about femicide, GBV and what it means to be a woman in South Africa today. It is a difficult conversation, but one we feel is important to have.
Ok, We’re All Going Through It! Ft. Rhythm And Vibes
Ok, We’re All Going Through It! Ft. Rhythm And Vibes Sep 23, 2026 01:05:26 In this week’s episode of Because We Said So, we are back with another Dilemmas episode! This time, we are joined by the two hosts of Rhythm & Vibes, Kagiso and Hlomani as we unpack some of your most complicated, chaotic and questionable dilemmas. Don’t forget to vote for Because We Said So for podcast of the year award using the link below.https://sasma.co.za/podcast-of-the-year/
The Girls We Used To Be
The Girls We Used To Be Sep 16, 2026 01:27:47 This week’s episode of Because We Said So, we are taking a trip down memory lane and asking who were we really?For Pop Culture Rewind, we are talking Raven-Symoné and her wife Miranda, Ciara’s pregnancy, the new Love Is Blind South Africa hosts, influencers filming at the US Open during Naomi Osaka’s match and of course MAFS Mzansi. We also have a very special initiative from Nivea, who want to he
Can You Have It All?
Can You Have It All? Sep 9, 2026 01:24:55 In this episode, we talk about what “having it all” really means. Can we have a successful career, a happy relationship, a family, money, peace and everything else we want in life? And if we can, does it all have to happen at the same time?We also catch up on what’s happening in pop culture, including the recent drama of AirLink flyover, MAFS, Love Island USA reunion and more!Because We Said So ha
Dating For Love or Dating For Money?
Dating For Love or Dating For Money? Sep 2, 2026 01:17:44 On this week’s episode, we’re asking the big questions. Do we date for love, money, stability, lifestyle, or maybe a bit of everything?We also catch up on what’s happening in pop culture, including MAFS,  Joey Bada$$, Dolly Parton and of course BWSS being nominated for podcast of the year.Thank you to every single bwsstie who has been voting for us. We really appreciate every vote and all your sup
Holding Space While Holding You Accountable
Holding Space While Holding You Accountable Aug 26, 2026 01:26:14 This week on Because We Said So, we’re talking all things friendship, giving grace, setting boundaries, having difficult conversations and knowing when to hold your friends accountable. We also chat about how our friendships change as we get older, what we will and won’t tolerate anymore.We also get into our Pop Culture Rewind, from the latest MAFS drama and the 32nd SAMA Awards with some of our f
Answering Your Dilemmas
Answering Your Dilemmas Aug 19, 2026 01:13:25 On this week’s episode of Because We Said So, we’re getting into another round of dilemmas, and our bwssties definitely gave us a lot to unpack!We also have another Pop Culture Rewind, where we chat about the latest season of Married at First Sight South Africa, Plus, we’re talking all things Basadi in Music Awards 5th Edition, celebrating women in the entertainment industry, from the awards and c
The Pressure To Be Excellent ft. Amanda Du-Pont
The Pressure To Be Excellent ft. Amanda Du-Pont Aug 12, 2026 01:01:26 In this episode of Because We Said So, we sit down with actress, presenter, entrepreneur and one of Africa’s most influential digital creators, Amanda Du-Pont, for an honest conversation about the pressure to be excellent as Black women.From building a career in entertainment to pivoting into business and entrepreneurship, we unpack the pressures that come with success, reinvention, and redefining

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