Genetically Speaking with Zoya & Zee

This week, we're back with another episode full of laughs, family stories, and the biggest headlines of the week. We kick things off by recapping our week before sharing Mom Quote of the Week and Dad Jokes of the Week. Then we dive into what's poppin'—from recovery efforts following Venezuela's devastating earthquake to the latest tech news, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce rumors, Ol...

Episode 31 is here 🎙️ Zoya and Zeeshan recap the chaos of their week before diving into another iconic “Mom Quote of the Week” featuring a hostage debate and the unforgettable phrase: “not good, very very, not good.” 😭I n What’s Poppin, we break down: 🚀 SpaceX officially going public in the biggest IPO ever 🎶 Taylor Swift’s Hall of Fame moment, her duet with Randy Newman, and the rumors surroun...

This week, Zoya and Zeeshan recap the week and kick things off with a classic Mom Quote of the Week after their mom delivers a brutally honest assessment: "you're not low maintenance hun." In What's Poppin, they break down Anthropic's confidential IPO filing, the latest moves from the Trump administration, Bill Pulte's unexpected rise into the national security conversati...

Before we could hit record, Zoya and Zee got into a fight that pushed back the release of the show. We break down what happened, how we got past it, and why you're getting the episode later than usual. We also recap our week, including the best events we attended, random adventures, new coffee shop discoveries, and everything worth talking about. Then we get into the biggest stories making hea...

GOT STUCK TO MY STAIRCASE | GENETICALLY SPEAKING EP. 28

This episode we break down our wild weekend in San Diego — from the funniest moments to the stories that probably shouldn’t have happened 😂 We also get into: • NBA Playoff talk and early reactions 🏀 • MLB season vibes and what we’re looking forward to ⚾ • A hilarious game testing if Zee can pronounce makeup brands (it gets bad…) • And we wrap it up with one question: if we were going viral… wha...

From the desert lights of Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival to the edge of deep space 🚀🌌 — what a week. Justin Bieber and Sabrina Carpenter lit up Coachella with a performance nobody saw coming — pure energy, nostalgia, and a glimpse of what pop is becoming. Meanwhile, Artemis II has successfully completed its mission — pushing humans farther than we’ve gone in decades and marking a huge...

This week’s episode is a little bit of everything—starting with a fun recap of our chaotic week filled with Pilates classes, arcade games, coffee runs, and Zoya’s unforgettable trip to the carwash… which includes leaving her window open and dealing with an unexpected bird poop situation 🫠 We then shift gears into a more serious conversation about the ongoing war in Iran, talking about why it’s so...

Episode 24? FOUR LETTERS. ONE GOAT. K. O. B. E. We kick things off with our wild journey of buying a fridge—yes, it took three different stops to get the one our mom wanted. Then, Zee impresses (or confuses) us with some new Urdu words . Next, we dive into the drama-filled secret lives of Mormon wives —featuring Taylor, Frankie, Paul, Jessi, Jen, and Jordan—plus the shocking Kit Kat robberies and...

This episode we’re talking all about our Eid and Navroz celebrations , sharing memories from growing up and how the traditions have changed over the years. We look back at some of our favorite moments, the chaos, the family gatherings, and the things that made these holidays special for us as kids....AKA $$$ we made! We also talk about how we celebrated this year, what’s different now, and what we...

New episode out now 🎙️🔥We kick things off with our weekly recap, catching up on everything that went down this week before jumping into **Mom Quote of the Week**, where Zee hijacks Zoya’s car speaker during a family drive to deliver some unforgettable choice words 🚗💀We then get into a serious discussion about the current conflict involving the U.S., Israel, and Iran, talking about the global im...

Global tensions, media power plays, sports shakeups — and a punctuation meltdown. This week we break down the escalating situation involving Iran and U.S./Israel involvement, and the potential economic ripple effects that could follow. In entertainment, we unpack the bidding battle between Paramount and Netflix over Warner Bros. Paramount secured the win, but Netflix may have quietly walked away w...

This week’s episode is a full rollercoaster 🎢 We kick things off with a recap of our recent trip to San Diego for an unforgettable Del Water Gap concert — from the vibes to the chaos to everything in between. Then we get into the heartwarming saga of Punch Monkey finally finding a friend (yes, it’s as wholesome as it sounds). From there, we shift gears into the entertainment industry drama, break...

We start by unpacking doomscrolling — why it’s so addictive, how it mirrors tobacco dependency, and what social media may actually be doing to our mental and physical health. Is scrolling the new smoking? Next, we dive into Gen Z’s latest trend: “Chinamaxxing.” What does embracing a “Chinese lifestyle” really mean? Self-improvement hack, aesthetic influence, or a reflection of bigger global cultur...

In this episode we unpack Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime performance and why it resonated as a love letter to Puerto Rico —from the Easter eggs sprinkled throughout the show to the powerful message he closed with about love overcoming hate, along with showing America is more than just the United States. We also break down the Seahawks’ dominant defensive performance in Super Bowl LX , where Seatt...

In today’s episode, we preview the 2026 Grammy Awards , discussing some of the nominees and what to keep an eye on — with a full breakdown of winners, surprises, and snubs coming next week. We also talk about Hilary Duff being on tour and bringing back her iconic dance routine , sparking major nostalgia and a whole lot of online buzz. The conversation then shifts to the future of TikTok in the U.S...

In this episode, we kick things off with a conversation about the World Economic Forum currently taking place in Davos—why it matters, what conversations are shaping the global landscape, and the importance of staying educated, speaking up, and trying to make a real difference in a rapidly changing world. Next, we dive into the viral headlines surrounding Taylor Swift and recently resurfaced text...

This episode kicks off with a very real Los Angeles struggle: LA traffic, specifically the nightmare that is the 605 freeway merger, and why it somehow keeps getting worse. From there, we jump into pop culture with a breakdown of the 2026 Golden Globe Awards, talking about who showed up, the big winners, snubs, and the funniest moments of the night—plus a nostalgic discussion on the “return of 201...

2026 came in hot — and we’re breaking it all down. This week, we react to the wild start to the new year and dive into China’s new restrictions on rare earth minerals and what that could mean globally. From there, we shift gears into a culture conversation, debating soft life vs. grind culture and what success really looks like today. Then it’s all sports. We break down the blockbuster Trae Young...

In this episode, we catch up on how we each spent Christmas Day and reflect on the different ways the holiday feels as we get older. From there, we dive into how Gen Z mainly relies on TikTok to get their news, what that says about traditional media, and whether that shift is actually a bad thing or just the new normal. We also take a look at the top Google searches of 2025 and what they reveal ab...

In this festive episode, we’re getting into the full holiday spirit! We talk all about how our Christmas went this year , share our Top 3 Christmas movies of all time , and dive into some of our favorite Christmas traditions . To wrap things up, we play a fun round of “Would You Rather: Christmas Edition” 🎅🎁—and some of the choices were harder than expected! Grab some hot cocoa, get cozy, and ce...

Starting off the episode we discuss Rob Reiner's life, along with the legacy he left behind. Next we break down the Warner Bros. deal, debate Netflix vs. Paramount, recap the NBA In-Season Tournament and the Knicks’ win, talk Chiefs missing playoffs for the first time since 2014, Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua, and an update on Michigan’s head football coach. We also discuss the real impact soci...

This week we kick things off with In-N-Out hilariously removing order number 67—yes, they really did that. Then we dive into Australia’s new social-media ban, break down the final F1 race in Abu Dhabi, and celebrate (or debate) World Champion Lando Norris… all while Zee tries to justify loving both Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen. We also cover Phillip Rivers’ NFL return at 44, the chaos surroun...

First, we dive into Wicked: For Good , sharing our reactions to the final act in the Wicked universe—what worked, what surprised us, and what left us wanting more. Then we switch gears to the brand-new A Very Jonas Christmas movie , breaking down the music, the vibes, the nostalgia, and whether it actually delivers on the holiday magic. Next we discuss Artificial Intelligence - what are some benef...

In this week’s episode, we’re getting into the Thanksgiving spirit! We kick things off by sharing our Thanksgiving plans for this year, then take a trip down memory lane with some of our funniest, sweetest, and most chaotic Thanksgiving stories. Next, we spice things up with a “Who’s More Likely: Family Edition” We wrap the episode with a heartfelt moment as we each talk about what we're truly...