As Told By Us

To kick off Season 3, we handed the mic to the unforgettable Donna Ray-White — and let's just say, you're going to want to sit down for this one. In this powerful opener, Donna doesn't just share her story — she takes us through the fire that forged her. From a tough childhood and teen pregnancy to becoming a powerhouse Senior Wealth Manager at The DeVere Group, Donna's journey is layered with gri...

2024 has been nothing short of a roller coaster ride! We are glad it's coming to an end. In this episode, we talk about the year and everything that has happened in between. We started the year with a new currency, witnessed a historic rap battle, and saw a convicted felon elected to the presidency. IT'S BEEN A LOT, to say the least! Let us know what the highlights or lowlights of the year have be...

Is it just Us or after a certain age, parents start putting young people through 'finishing school' - prepping them for their "entry into marriage"? How are you all coping on that front? To our listeners in their late 20s and early 30s, how are you dealing with the gap between where you expected to be and where you are? Join us in this week's episode as we share our experiences and how we're copin...

Sexual violence remains one of the most pervasive yet underreported crimes globally, leaving survivors with untold stories of pain, resilience, and recovery. In this powerful episode, we delve into the realities of sexual violence, addressing its impact on survivors, systemic challenges, and how we can foster a culture of prevention and support. Disclaimer and Trigger Warning: This episode contain...

Join us in this week's episode as we unpack how technology and social media are redefining love, connection and communication in today's world. When do you know when to close the door on the people lurking in your DMs? Do you send out 'bat signals' online when you feel frustrated in your relationship? Are you giving other people access through social media, even though you're in a relationship? An...

Our most difficult episode yet, because ACCOUNTABILITY. In this episode we delve into the often-normalized toxic traits that can subtly infiltrate our relationships and daily lives as women. MMV shares his own personal horror stories at the hands of women and we discuss how to recognize these behaviors and share strategies for cultivating healthier relationships built on accountability, open commu...

This week we received topic suggestions from you, our listeners and we put them to a vote on socials! And this spicy topic won. Have you ever wondered if you are or will be your spouses first choice or just the safe option? In this episode we discuss soul mates, marriages of convenience and the marriage crisis in Zimbabwe and globally. Maybe we need to start doing things differently like cohabitat...

In this episode we discuss the rules of Girl Code and whether it even exists in Zimbabwe. Are girls down for other girls or are we in constant competition with each other? Is girl code important at all and who decides on the rules. Let's not forget that Boy Code is also suffering in this teapot country. So what do we do? How do we do better? TWO dilemmas this week!!! What advise would you give? Th...

Have you ever thought that maybe your mother is toxic? Have you ever felt like whatever you do is not good enough? Does she come down on you about everything - looks, dressing, personality, weight etc? In this episode we talk about surviving toxic relationships with our mothers. Share your experiences with us and let's talk about it.

Are we intellectually doomed to the extent that we cannot critically engage in topics anymore, read for ourselves and form our own opinions, relying on social media and other people to tell us what to think? In this episode we discuss whether we are still a people that read books, listen to informative material like podcasts and watch youtube videos on things with substance or are we now addicted...

In this episode we discuss the controversies surrounding the Doek & Slay festivals and the discourse around why it is inconceivable that women can come together at an event and have a good time without it turning into something negative. We also discuss the classism issue around the "type of woman" who attends this event and classism in general in Harare especially in the music space...

In this episode we talk about the importance of maintaining your standards whilst dating and the difference between standards and arbitrary rules.

Studies have shown that the use of social media is linked to higher levels depression, anxiety or worse. It is clear that social media is so interwoven into our daily lives but to what extent does it control you and is it a beast that has gotten out of hand. In this episode we discuss social media and whether it requires more policing by the state or whether you can self regulate. What about paren...

This week, we host the STUNNING Miss Universe Zimbabwe 1st Runner Up Lisa Sibanda as she walks us through her journey from being a practicing legal practitioner to pursuing her dreams as a model and becoming Miss Universe 1st Runner Up on her 1st attempt. "You do not need anyone else's approval or validation to chase your dreams. People will follow your lead. if you think it, and if you want it, y...

In this week's episode, we discuss the pros and cons of Starlink entering into Zimbabwe. There has been a lot of talk surrounding whether it would be beneficial and necessary for Starlink to be made available in Zimbabwe, and we enter the chat by giving our unfiltered view on the issue. As always, we start the episode with a dilemma from one of our listeners who desperately needed some relatio...

The Pod turns 1 this week!!!! Thank you to all of you for your support. We could not have done it without you. This week is Father's Day and this month is Men's Mental Health Month. In this episode we give the men the mic and discuss the very important issue of men's mental health. The statics are scary particularly in Africa. What is going on with our men and where can they go?

In this episode, we answer a few questions from you, our listeners, to get to know the hosts a little bit better.

In this week's episode, MMV demands equal "princess" treatment for men in relationships. Do men deserve spoiling too? We also have a spirited debate on whether our 20s are meant to be used for partying or they are the foundational years for building a career. Join us in the conversation on all our social media pages and keep your dilemmas coming using the anonymous link below: https:...

Purity culture and body policing has literally taken the lives of so many young women, with many being shamed for not being virgins. This week we discuss purity culture and body policing and try to answer the following questions... Does being a virgin make you more valuable as a woman? Why is purity culture targeted at women and not men? Do the Aunties have a point? What about those who have been...

Burnout is defined as " exhaustion of physical or emotional strength or motivation, usually as a result of prolonged stress or frustration ." Why is this so relatable for many millennials? In this episode we talk about the ways to identify burnout and how it often crops up in our day to day lives. We share some helpful suggestions on how to deal with burnout .. but mostly we vent about t...

In this episode we host Ropa. A Zimbabwean born tech entrepreneur, living in Germany. Ropa is a fellow millennial that tells of her life experiences growing up in Zimbabwe and eventually leaving for Germany to pursue her studies. She is a charming storyteller with wisdom to share beyond her years. This stretches into a fascinating conversation about Ropa's tech start up in Germany "Fenisk...

The art of having difficult conversations is hard to master. Join us as we navigate useful tips in having difficult conversation. The most important way is by actually engaging in these necessary conversations instead of avoiding them. The team goes through a very entertaining role play exercise. Listen in to hear our Mysterious Male Voice attempt to break up with Kuda and many more scenes.

April is sexual assault awareness month and in this episode we continue the very important conversation about sexual harassment. We learn how to identify sexual harassment by considering various scenarios that have been considered to be sexual harassment. We look into sexual harassment in the workplace and the laws around it. How does it play out in the workplace and what can you possibly do about...

In this episode of AS TOLD BY US, we dive deep into the uncomfortable yet crucial topic of sexual harassment. Trigger warning: This episode contains discussions of sensitive topics that may be distressing to some listeners. From workplace environments to social interactions, sexual harassment persists as a pervasive issue, affecting individuals across all walks of life. Through personal anecdotes,...

Today we dive into the complex yet important discussion of breaking generational curses with a particular focus on generational poverty. Millennials globally and specifically in Africa are driven by the idea of building generational wealth and leaving a legacy. However, with the structural and economic barriers that we face, building generational wealth seems more of a pipe dream than a realistic...