GetRealWith...: Recent Episodes
GetRealWith...
The GetRealWith Podcast is dedicated to sharing real and honest conversations. Hosted by Lucia and Sophie, two British-Ugandan girls from London, you can expect unfiltered and thought-provoking discussions.
Follow us:
Instagram & Twitter: @getrealwithpod
Lucia: Instagram - @LifeOfSimplyLucia @simplesttalks / Twitter: @LifeOfSimplyL @simplesttalks
Sophie: Instagram - @sophiearinde @thekollabnetwork / Twitter: @sophiearinde @kollabnetwork
In this week’s episode, we discuss Beauty standards placed on Black Women, jealousy in friendships, whether attachments are really that bad and Negative experiences turning people 'cold hearted' (where is the love people?!!)
Make sure to follow our socials!
Instagram: @getrealwithpod
Sophie: Instagram: @sophiearinde / @kollabnetwork Twitter: @sophiearinde / @kollabnetwork
Lucia: Instagram: @LifeOfSimplyLucia / @simplesttalks Twitter: @LifeOfSimplyL / @simplesttalks
Our guest, Ayoola: Instagram: @ayoolachan / @thefrontalclinic
In this week’s episode, we discuss the law of attraction, the ways in which the self-help industry can be harmful and our views on situationships.
Make sure to follow our socials!
Instagram: @getrealwithpod
Sophie: Instagram: @sophiearinde / @kollabnetwork Twitter: @sophiearinde / @kollabnetwork
Lucia: Instagram: @LifeOfSimplyLucia / @simplesttalks Twitter: @LifeOfSimplyL / @simplesttalks
Happy New Year! In this week's episode, we answered a couple of questions reflecting on our 2021 and discussed how we are feeling about 2022. From us to you, thank you for listening to us in 2021, we cant wait to give you more this year :)
Make sure you're following us on social media!
Instagram: @getrealwithpod
Sophie: Instagram: @sophiearinde / @kollabnetwork Twitter: @sophiearinde / @kollabnetwork
Lucia: Instagram: @LifeOfSimplyLucia / @simplesttalks Twitter: @LifeOfSimplyL / @simplesttalks
In this week's episode, we discussed #SleepBae, the ways in which we we have grown, how we have learnt to deal with difficult emotions on our journey and how to stop caring about what others think.
Make sure you're following us on social media!
Instagram: @getrealwithpod
Sophie: Instagram: @sophiearinde / @kollabnetwork Twitter: @sophiearinde / @kollabnetwork
Lucia: Instagram: @LifeOfSimplyLucia / @simplesttalks Twitter: @LifeOfSimplyL / @simplesttalks
We're 20! In this week's episode, we discussed how we felt about turning 20, relationships and dating, lessons we have learnt so far in life, and some of the goals we have for the future :)
Follow us on Instagram! - @getrealwithpod
Sophie: Instagram: @sophiearinde / @kollabnetwork Twitter: @sophiearinde / @kollabnetwork
Lucia: Instagram: @LifeOfSimplyLucia / @simplesttalks Twitter: @LifeOfSimplyL / @simplesttalks
In this week's episode, we sat down and discussed the importance of being patient on your healing journey, implementing boundaries and separating yourself from your ego.
Follow us on Instagram! - @getrealwithpod
Sophie: Instagram: @sophiearinde / @kollabnetwork Twitter: @sophiearinde / @kollabnetwork
Lucia: Instagram: @LifeOfSimplyLucia / @simplesttalks Twitter: @LifeOfSimplyL / @simplesttalks
In this week's episode, we sat down and reviewed our 2021 so far! We discussed the challenges we faced this year, embracing our solitude, the ways in which we have grown and our hopes for the remaining months of the year.
Social Media Handles
Instagram: @getrealwithpod
Sophie: Instagram: @sophiearinde / @kollabnetwork Twitter: @sophiearinde / @kollabnetwork
Lucia: Instagram: @LifeOfSimplyLucia / @simplesttalks Twitter: @LifeOfSimplyL / @simplesttalks
In this week's episode, we are joined by The L Takers Show! We discuss the following...
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Pressures faced whilst growing up
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Pressures faced by young boys today
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Relationships
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Healing your inner child
You can find the L Takers here:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6kr4grWrBASvL1UJu77Oxh?si=iDPdMuYWSMi7-9JrfodfwQ&dl_branch=1
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-l-takers-show/id1490466124
Instagram: @theltakerspod / @ferhatyilmazer_ / @lexorkenny / @ybtarge
Our Instagram: @getrealwithpod /
Sophie: Instagram: @sophiearinde / @kollabnetwork Twitter: @sophiearinde / @kollabnetwork
Lucia: Instagram: @LifeOfSimplyLucia / @simplesttalks Twitter: @LifeOfSimplyL / @simplesttalks
EP 15 - Free Palestine + Help Fauzan & Nabila Get a Bone Marrow Transplant - and us having a chat about all sorts of things!
A lot has been going on in the last couple of weeks. In this episode, we discuss the following:
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Violence against Palestinians
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Oppression Olympics
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What do you bring to the table?
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Main Character Syndrome
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Would you date you?
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Setting firmer boundaries
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SimplestTalks is looking for new podcast hosts - to register your interest, email simplesttalks@gmail.com by the 31st of May
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The Co-founders of Weren't Born Rich, Fauzan and Nabila both have sickle cells, and are currently are raising money for bone marrow transplantS which will cost £85,000 for both of them. They have raised £50,000 on and offline so far, but need to raise £35,000 more to cover the outstanding balance. To donate, use this link: https://gofund.me/c9d1ba86 and... PLEASE SHARE :)
Our Instagram: @getrealwithpod
Sophie: Instagram: @sophiearinde / @thekollabnetwork Twitter: @sophiearinde / @kollabnetwork
Lucia: Instagram: @LifeOfSimplyLucia / @simplesttalks Twitter: @LifeOfSimplyL / @simplesttalks
In this week’s episode, we sat down with Santa from the NoellaSanta Podcast, and discussed our individual journeys from girlhood to womanhood.
We touched on the pressures we faced growing up, the pressures facing young women/girls (particularly Black girls) today, healing our inner child and the advice we would give to our younger selves.
Make sure you check out the NoellaSantaPodcast (@noellasantapod) on all major streaming platforms!
Our Instagram: @getrealwithpod / Sophie: Instagram: @sophiearinde / @kollabnetwork Twitter: @sophiearinde / @kollabnetwork
Lucia: Instagram: @LifeOfSimplyLucia / @simplesttalks Twitter: @LifeOfSimplyL / @simplesttalks
A lot has been going on in the last couple of weeks. In this episode, we discuss the following:
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The tragic passing of Richard Okorogheye
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The Commission on Race and Ethnic Disparities
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The Royals
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Niko Omilana and Max Fosh running for Mayor of London
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Khloe Kardashian and Insecurities
Our Instagram: @getrealwithpod
Sophie: Instagram: @sophiearinde / @thekollabnetwork Twitter: @sophiearinde / @kollabnetwork
Lucia: Instagram: @LifeOfSimplyLucia / @simplesttalks Twitter: @LifeOfSimplyL / @simplesttalks
In this week’s episode, we sat down with the members of the Project Noir Podcast and got to know a little bit more about them, by asking them some deep questions. We discussed their biggest inspirations, when they feel the most vulnerable, experiencing heartbreak and where Project Noir all began. Be sure to check them out!
Instagram: @projectnoir.uk / Twitter: @projectnoir_uk / Website: www.projectnoir.co.uk
Our Instagram: @getrealwithpod
Sophie: Instagram: @sophiearinde / @thekollabnetwork Twitter: @sophiearinde / @kollabnetwork
Lucia: Instagram: @LifeOfSimplyLucia / @simplesttalks Twitter: @LifeOfSimplyL / @simplesttalks
Happy International Women's Month! In today's episode, we highlight some of the amazing women that you, our listeners, wanted to shine a light on. We also delve into women's rights, the various inequalities that women all over the world still face today and how we can Choose To Challenge the injustices women continue to face.
Remember: women's rights isn't a job that has been done. It is very much a job to do. A job we must all do!
Make sure you follow our socials!
Instagram/ Twitter: @getrealwithpod
Sophie: Instagram: @sophiearinde / @thekollabnetwork Twitter: @sophiearinde / @kollabnetwork
Lucia: Instagram: @LifeOfSimplyLucia / @simplesttalks Twitter: @LifeOfSimplyL / @simplesttalks
Introducing #GetRealWithUs, our dilemmas and advice segment, where you’ll have the chance to get some real and honest advice from us. In this week’s episode we gave some advice/solved dilemmas on situationships, finding yourself, knowing the difference between being alone and being lonely and dealing with friendship breakups.
To get some advice from in any area or have your dilemmas solved in our next #GetRealWithUs episode, you can DM us directly on Instagram! All dilemmas will be answered anonymously.
Make sure you follow our socials!
Instagram/ Twitter: @getrealwithpod
Sophie: Instagram: @sophiearinde / @thekollabnetwork Twitter: @sophiearinde / @kollabnetwork
Lucia: Instagram: @LifeOfSimplyLucia / @simplesttalks Twitter: @LifeOfSimplyL / @simplesttalks
Happy Valentine's day! In this episode, we discuss all things "love" :) How our early years have impacted our views on love, and what we think healthy relationships look like.
Make sure you follow our socials!
Instagram/ Twitter: @getrealwithpod
Sophie: Instagram: @sophiearinde / @thekollabnetwork Twitter: @sophiearinde / @kollabnetwork
Lucia: Instagram: @LifeOfSimplyLucia / @simplesttalks Twitter: @LifeOfSimplyL / @simplesttalks
Hey guys! In this week's episode, we decided to answer some deep questions from an interesting thread we saw on Twitter. We discuss the ugly side of healing, some of our biggest fears, our thoughts on religion and one piece of advice we would give to our younger selves.
Make sure you follow our socials!
Instagram/ Twitter: @getrealwithpod
Sophie: Instagram: @sophiearinde / @thekollabnetwork Twitter: @sophiearinde / @kollabnetwork
Lucia: Instagram: @LifeOfSimplyLucia / @simplesttalks Twitter: @LifeOfSimplyL / @simplesttalks
Happy New Year! In this episode, we reflect on the year that was 2020 and let you know some of the lessons we learnt. We also dive into an incident which occurred in Lucia’s course group chat, which was rooted in racism. As we are fresh into the new year we also discuss our themes for this year and how it has been so far :)
What are your thoughts? Let us know!
Instagram/ Twitter: @getrealwithpod
Sophie: Instagram: @sophiearinde / @thekollabnetwork Twitter: @sophiearinde / @kollabnetwork
Lucia: Instagram: @LifeOfSimplyLucia / @simplesttalks Twitter: @LifeOfSimplyL / @simplesttalks
In today's episode, we sat down and discussed the release of Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion's hit single 'WAP' last year, whether songs like these encourage women's sexual liberation and what it means to be a feminist in today's world. We also touched on gender roles and whether our attitudes to traditional gender expectations within hetereosexual relationsips have changed.
What are your thoughts? Let us know!
Instagram/ Twitter: @getrealwithpod
Sophie: Instagram: @sophiearinde / @thekollabnetwork Twitter: @sophiearinde / @kollabnetwork
Lucia: Instagram: @LifeOfSimplyLucia / @simplesttalks Twitter: @LifeOfSimplyL / @simplesttalks
In this episode, we discussed our A level results, whether the government takes any accountability for their decisions, the BBC airing an employee saying the N-word, Shaun bailey's response to MP Dawn Butler if the police are really institutionally racist and whether the rich must give back, or is it up to them?
Follow us on our socials: Instagram/ Twitter: @getrealwithpod
Sophie: Instagram: @sophiearinde / @thekollabnetwork Twitter: @sophiearinde / @kollabnetwork
Lucia: Instagram: @LifeOfSimplyLucia / @simplesttalks Twitter: @LifeOfSimplyL / @simplesttalks
In today’s episode, we discussed mental health and self-care. We touched on our own experiences with mental health issues, the impact of the pandemic on our mental health, attitudes to mental health within the Black community and some of the ways in which we practice self-care.
Here are some organisations below that support can support you with your mental health:
Black Minds Matter - @blackmindsmatter
CALM - @calmzone
Reign x Shine - @reignxshine
MilkHoneyBees - @milkhoneybees
Samaritans - Suicide Hotline - 116 123
Men’s Health Forum
Mind
Me Too
Follow us on our socials: Instagram/ Twitter: @getrealwithpod
Sophie: Instagram: @sophiearinde / @thekollabnetwork Twitter: @sophiearinde / @kollabnetwork
Lucia: Instagram: @LifeOfSimplyLucia / @simplesttalks Twitter: @LifeOfSimplyL / @simplesttalks
In today’s episode, we sat down and discussed both of our educational journeys. With A-levels being cancelled due to the pandemic, we go through the effects Covid'19 has had on us, whilst also reflecting on our journeys up until this point. We also touch on what our future plans are, whether things need to change with the British education system and the advice we would give to young people who are looking to study A-levels.
Instagram/ Twitter: @getrealwithpod
Sophie: Instagram: @sophiearinde / @thekollabnetwork Twitter: @sophiearinde / @kollabnetwork
Lucia: Instagram: @LifeOfSimplyLucia / @simplesttalks Twitter: @LifeOfSimplyL / @simplesttalks
In today’s episode, we sat down and discussed our individual business pursuits. With Sophie being the founder of The Kollab Network and Lucia the founder of SimplestTalks, we thought it was only right we shared more about what we do, why we started and some of the lessons we have learnt along the way. We also answered some of the business-related questions you asked us on our Instagram, so make sure you’re following us for any Q+A’s in the future!
Instagram/ Twitter: @getrealwithpod
Sophie: Instagram: @sophiearinde / @thekollabnetwork Twitter: @sophiearinde / @kollabnetwork
Lucia: Instagram: @LifeOfSimplyLucia / @simplesttalks Twitter: @LifeOfSimplyL / @simplesttalks
Link to the Social Media Strategy video Sophie mentioned: https://youtu.be/0rCUQj-q31c
#BlackLivesMatter
Let's not allow this to just be a trend. We must fight every day until Black people are seen and heard. Until we have equal access to opportunities. And most importantly, until our lives finally, matter!
Here are some of the organisations we mentioned:
BLAM: Instagram - @blamcharity
Operation Black Vote: Instagram - @operationblackvote
Milk and Honey Bees: Instagram - @milkhoneybees
Your Life More Life: Instagram - @yourlifemorelife
Follow us:
Instagram & Twitter: @getrealwithpod
Lucia: Instagram - @LifeOfSimplyLucia @simplesttalks / Twitter: @LifeOfSimplyL @simplesttalks
Sophie: Instagram - @sophiearinde @thekollabnetwork / Twitter: @sophiearinde @kollabnetwork