Black Gals Livin'
Black Gals Livin'
Two girls from London and Essex chatting about pop culture, mental health, and random shenanigans. Hosted by Vic and Jas. Holla at us using the hashtag #blackgalslivin Follow us on Twitter, Insta & TikTok https://twitter.com/blackgalslivin + https://www.instagram.com/blackgalslivin/ + https://www.tiktok.com/@blackgalslivin Vic's socials: Twitter: https://www.tiktok.com/@vicsanusi + Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vicsanusi/ Jas' socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/jas_bw + Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jas_bw/
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Dec 22, 2025
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Episodes
108. Dickmotization is alive and WELL! & My baby exposed my breast in public 11.10.2020 1:27:59
We're back with another episode! Chatting about Lani Good's new song and REAL implications of being dickmotize. Jas shares some hilarious stories of breastfeeding and Vic rants about masks (Wear one! be safe) TW - Graphic talks about American Murder: The Family Next Door ⠀ This episode is sponsored by Warner Bros. to celebrate 30 years of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. You can get physical and digit...
107. Postbox, but make it black 04.10.2020 58:25
In this week's episode we ask ourselves whether it is offensive to paint postboxes black to "celebrate" Black History Month. We also talk about keeping things from young and Jas has a very weird confession. What's the weirdest thing you've kept? HOSTS: Vic @victoriasanusi Jas @jas_bw Interact with us by using our @ or hashtag #blackgalslivin Artwork by @thecamru Learn more about your ad choices. V...
106. Body image, online competitions & Tory Lanez *sigh* ft NoShade Podcast 27.09.2020 1:42:38
This week we are joined with the lovely hosts of NoShade Podcast (Esther and Akua)! We chat about body image, social media competitions and Tory Lanez’ new mixtape. ⠀ HOSTS:⠀ Jas: twitter.com/jas_bw + www.instagram.com/jas_bw/ Vic: twitter.com/victoriasanusi + www.instagram.com/vicsanusi/ ⠀ BGL socials: www.instagram.com/blackgalslivin/ + twitter.com/blackgalslivin/ GUESTS: Instagram: @noshadepo...
105. Cheeks over consciousness?! 20.09.2020 1:22:56
On this week's episode we talk about relationships - from red flags to how to deal with a break up. Have you got any tips you can share with us? We also talk about White Chocolate and his belief that he paved the way for black people after him by dancing at Carnivals :/ @blackgalslivin HOSTS: Vic @victoriasanusi Jas @jas_bw Tweet us using #blackgalslivin Artwork by @thecamru Learn more about your...
104. "I'm not okay, hun", Lovecraft Country & Bad boi piece of information 13.09.2020 1:10:21
Trigger warning: su*cide. We are back with another episode Vic shares her experience with intrusive thoughts in light of suicide prevention day (10 Sept), Jas nearly fumbles Vic chance to win Molly Mae's £8k competition and we talk about why we love Lovecraft Country. ⠀ HOSTS:⠀ Jas: twitter.com/jas_bw + www.instagram.com/jas_bw/ Vic: twitter.com/victoriasanusi + www.instagram.com/vicsanusi/ ⠀ BGL...
103. Jamaicans will have Shakespeare turning in his grave & going back onto medication 06.09.2020 1:29:44
On this week's episode we talk about what it is like to start taking anti-depressants again and also what it is like to come off of them. We also talk about whether Adele was doing up cultural appropriation or appreciation. HOSTS: Vic @victoriasanusi Jas @jas_bw Discuss this ep with us by using the hashtag #blackgalslivin Artwork by @thecamru Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices....
102. Body positivity for Black women, influencer pay gap & catfishing ft. Stephanie Yeboah 30.08.2020 1:24:21
We are back with another episode and we are joined with the lovely and beautiful Stephanie Yeboah — we talk about her new book, influencer pay gap, realities of being a Black influencer and we also talk about Chadwick Boseman and why his death moved all of us. RIP. ⠀ HOSTS:⠀ Jas: twitter.com/jas_bw + www.instagram.com/jas_bw/ Vic: twitter.com/victoriasanusi + www.instagram.com/vicsanusi/ Stephanie...
101. Being a young black therapist in the UK ft Nessa Banks 23.08.2020 50:24
On this week's episode we have a very special guest, Nessa Banks, on to talk about what addiction to social media can look like and how we can combat it. She also gives us the tea on what it is like to be a young black female therapist in the UK, particularly when working outside of London. GUEST @nessabanks_ HOSTS: Vic @victoriasanusi Jas @jas_bw Let us know who you would like to see/hear on a fu...
100. Big Gal TINGS! bonus episode 21.08.2020 53:38
Here's a bonus episode for you lads to celebrate episode 100, You can still expect another episode from us on Monday! We recap on our favourite episodes and moments from Black Gals Livin', our fears of doing the podcast and our favourite Disney songs. Quick one: Many thanks for all the love and support from everyone who has ever liked, or listened or shared our podcast. ⠀ HOSTS:⠀ Jas: twitter.com/...
99. What's it like to experience mental abuse? & Why can't dark-skinned women talk about colourism? 16.08.2020 1:23:04
We are back with another episode! Jas shares her own experiences being in a mentally abusive relationship and how it's impacted her self image. We also chat about the A-level results scandal and the ironic colourism about BBC's upcoming documentary on colourism. Helplines: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/domestic-abuse-how-to-get-help https://www.itv.com/thismorning/articles/domestic-violence-helpline...
98. A sit-down with Mariam Musa 09.08.2020 1:05:22
On this week's episode we interviewed the UK's first black female influencer to have a collection with a fast fashion brand. We spoke about how the collection with I Saw It First came about and how other brands don't see the value of black content. Did you know that she was almost on Love Island? GUEST: @Missmariammusa HOSTS: @victoriasanusi @jas_bw Discuss this episode with us using the hashtag #...
97. Wiley is wrong, period & should billionaires share their wealth with the world? Ft. Brent 02.08.2020 1:33:13
We are back with another episode and we are joined with Brent again! (He is our amazing studio manager). We chat about Wiley's awful tweets, why it's strange that a BBC presenter said the N-word and should it be billionaires responsibility to help world struggles. ⠀ HOSTS:⠀ Jas: twitter.com/jas_bw + www.instagram.com/jas_bw/ Vic: twitter.com/victoriasanusi + www.instagram.com/vicsanusi/ ⠀ BGL soci...
96. What is Broke Shaming? And why is Future so popular? 26.07.2020 1:16:01
On this week's episode we question how Future has so much success and whether Drake's music is on the decline. Jas is also not sure of whether broke shaming is a thing or whether there are several other names for it? What are your thoughts? HOSTS: Jas @jas_bw Vic @victoriasanusi Discuss this episode with us by using the hashtag #blackgalslivin Artwork by @thecamru Learn more about your ad choices....
95. “I want big gal tings but I don’t have big gal money” & excellence doesn't prevent racism 19.07.2020 1:11:30
We are back with another episode! We chat about the ending of I May Destroy You (TW), Shaun Bailey's tragic response to how to prevent yourself from racist attacks and dinner with Jay-Z Twitter being at it again! ⠀ HOSTS:⠀ Jas: twitter.com/jas_bw + www.instagram.com/jas_bw/ Vic: twitter.com/victoriasanusi + www.instagram.com/vicsanusi/ ⠀ BGL socials: www.instagram.com/blackgalslivin/ + twitter.com...
94. Entanglement. Breast surgery story and that Kylie saga 12.07.2020 1:15:00
Are you tired of the word entanglement yet? On this week's episode we talk about that Red Table Talk. Did it answer any questions for you? Jas talks about her breast surgery story and both ladies talk about their insecurities growing up. HOSTS: Vic @victoriasanusi Jas @jas_bw Discuss this ep with us by using the hashtag #blackgalslivin Artwork by @thecamru Learn more about your ad choices. Visit p...
93. Spending £13.70, quitting my job because of a mystery shopper & going back to therapy 05.07.2020 1:17:26
On this weeks episode, we REUNITED and we are back in the STUDIO YES!!! Quality will be back to 100 - we thank God. We talk about feeling bad for spending money, going back to therapy and our Spotify takeover! (TW) as Vic talks about harassment and assault at work. ⠀ Here are some mental health services: www.instagram.com/p/CBIo8vSJH1s/ HOSTS:⠀ Jas: twitter.com/jas_bw + www.instagram.com/jas_bw/ V...
92. The BBC's 'I May Destroy You', Black Pound Day and banning sleepovers 28.06.2020 1:45:44
Disclaimer: Please accept our apologies about Jas' audio this week! It was doing crinkam crankam. TW: We talk about CSA very briefly In this week's episode we talk about being featured on the BBC's #IMayDestroyYou and also talk about some of our favourite black owned brands! HOSTS: Jas @jas_bw Vic @victoriasanusi Please talk about this episode with us using the hashtag #blackgalslivin Artwork by @...
91. Insecure recap & why I feel naughty for liking ASMR 21.06.2020 1:29:14
On this weeks episode, we talk about Insecure series 4 as Jas has finally caught up! We also speak about (TW) sexual harassment and assault that is circulating online. And Vic finally admits to liking ASMR. https://www.thesurvivorstrust.org/national-helplines Thanks for bearing with us with the quality. Stay safe. ⠀ ⠀ Here are some mental health services: https://www.instagram.com/p/CBIo8vSJH1s/ H...
90. "You're pretty for a black girl", white guilt & cancelling PLT 14.06.2020 1:30:42
On this week's episode we talk about how white guilt has some moving MAD, but how it can also give some closure. Vick is very honest about her experiences with colourism growing up and how it has impacted her adult life. We also talk about the difficulties in cancelling brands and influencers bare the brunt of criticism. HOSTS: Vic @victoriasanusi Jas @jas_bw Discuss this episode with us by using...
89. We hope this isn't a trend 07.06.2020 1:56:28
On this weeks episode, we talk about what happens next... Companies, brands and influencers are speaking up about systemic racism but what does this mean moving forward. We also chat about microaggressions we've faced at school and why it's important schools talk to children about historical events that involve race. Vic is contemplating coming off her antidepressants and Jas talks about what help...
88. When will it stop? 31.05.2020 1:40:32
On this week#s episode we talk about the disgusting murder of George Floyd in the US and how many are speaking out against racism and police brutality. We understand the topic is heavy so please only do what you feel mentally capable of doing during these difficult times. We also briefly talk about the lockdown and loving our natural hair HOSTS: Jas @jas_bw Vic @victoriasanusi Chat with us using t...
87. We bronzin' baby!! & Is Doja Cat really cancelled? 24.05.2020 1:44:50
On this weeks episode, we chat the launch of makeup revolution's new bronzers and what that means for black women, missing Primark during the lockdown and the cancellation of Doja Cat. Thanks for bearing with us with the quality. Stay safe. ⠀ ⠀ HOSTS:⠀ Jas: twitter.com/jas_bw + www.instagram.com/jas_bw/ Vic: twitter.com/victoriasanusi + www.instagram.com/vicsanusi/ ⠀ BGL socials: www.instagram.com...
86. Derulo hive stand up! Mental heath awareness week and gatekeepers 17.05.2020 1:42:54
On this week's episode Jas talks about being a part of Jason Derulo's fan club. The ladies also briefly discuss whether Insecure's Molly was being bad vibes and why they think she was over-reacting. They then talk about why having a pet is LONG, extra-marital affairs and people who gatekeep information that could be helpful to others. It is Mental Health Awareness Week from 18-24 May and this year...
85. My wig was suffocating my head & Insecure discourse 10.05.2020 1:45:38
On this weeks episode, we chat about the epic clashes on No Signal Radio. Jas finally catches up with Insecure - so we have a proper discourse around Issa and Molly's friendship. We shared some humiliating wig stories. Frontline therapist is dedicated to connecting Black and Asian Minority Ethnic individuals to Black and Asian Minority Ethnic Therapists. The service is also affordable. https://www...
84. Do you have a problematic past? instagram boutiques and stanning 04.05.2020 1:40:53
On this week's episode, we talked about some of the problematic tweets some people made years ago and whether they deserve the backlash they are now receiving. We also talk about who we stanned when we were younger and how Beyonce's 'Lemonade' impacted us. Thanks for bearing with us with the quality. Stay safe. ⠀ ⠀ HOSTS:⠀ Jas: twitter.com/jas_bw + www.instagram.com/jas_bw/⠀ Vic: twitter.com/victo...
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