Mukundwa

I Said What I Said

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I'm Mukundwa and if you've found "I Said What I Said" then you're a spiritual seeker who makes a hobby out of unpacking the human condition, querying why we're here, and decoding life's algorithm. On this podcast I go on a never ending adventure of soul searching and deepening my connection to source and self through easy conversations around spirituality, friendship, pop culture, romantic love, autism, sex and politics. Come frolic interdimensionally with me! Sign up to Patreon for full episodes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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64. Love is Blind until its not: on preference, prejudice and fantasy 04.03.2020 1:09:25

Would dating be easier if looks weren’t a consideration? In this episode we discuss the absurdity of Netflix’s "Love is Blind", and preferences vs. prejudiceLike this episode? TIP US at paypal.me/iswispodcast and come chat about this episode on our Facebook group! - www.facebook.com/groups/242333026713965/ SOCIALSinstagram.com/iswis_podcast   youtube: tinyurl.com/y4x7klh4  twitter.com/mukundwa_ Ho...

63. Is Gwyneth Paltrow trying to Kill You? 24.02.2020 1:32:57

On Goop Lab, spiritual scammers and the importance - or lack thereof - of distinguishing science from wellness. Like this episode? TIP US at paypal.me/iswispodcast and come chat about this episode on our Facebook group! - www.facebook.com/groups/242333026713965/ SOCIALSinstagram.com/iswis_podcast   youtube: tinyurl.com/y4x7klh4  twitter.com/mukundwa_ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...

62. Why be ambitious when the world is ending? 17.02.2020 1:06:46

Does contentment kill ambition, is it possible to be a pessimistic optimist? Come chat about this episode on our Facebook group! - www.facebook.com/groups/242333026713965/ SOCIALSinstagram.com/iswis_podcast   youtube: tinyurl.com/y4x7klh4  twitter.com/mukundwa_ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

61. Mum, Dad - I've outgrown you: hard conversations, constructive conflict and power dynamics 10.02.2020 1:19:45

In this episode we discuss how to identify constructive vs. combative conflict, navigating outgrowing family and being commodified within friendships. Come chat about this episode on our Facebook group! - www.facebook.com/groups/242333026713965/ SOCIALSinstagram.com/iswis_podcast  youtube: tinyurl.com/y4x7klh4 twitter.com/mukundwa_ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

59. Celebrating 1 Year of ISWIS with a hectic Q&A 27.01.2020 1:04:44

WE'RE JUST OVER 1 YEAR OLD!! Celebrating with a lighthearted Q&A: we think, we fight, we laugh. Come chat about this episode on our Facebook group! - www.facebook.com/groups/242333026713965/ SOCIALSinstagram.com/mukundwa_ youtube: tinyurl.com/y4x7klh4 twitter.com/mukundwa_ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

58. Dear White People - on navigating racial dynamics with POC 20.01.2020 1:21:42

Navigating relationships with POC and white people. Where is the communication breakdown? Do the races really have to get along? PAYPAL - m.katuliiba@gmail.com Come chat about this episode on our Facebook group! - www.facebook.com/groups/242333026713965/ SOCIALS instagram.com/mukundwa_  youtube: tinyurl.com/y4x7klh4  twitter.com/mukundwa_ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information...

57. How To Communicate Better in 2020 13.01.2020 1:08:27

Today we discuss how love languages, intuition improve and complicate clear communicationCome chat about this episode on our Facebook group! - www.facebook.com/groups/242333026713965/SOCIALS instagram.com/mukundwa_ Youtube: tinyurl.com/y4x7klh4 twitter.com/mukundwa_ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

56. Can we hold our Depressed friends accountable? 05.01.2020 1:12:23

We discuss tough love, loyalty and navigating mental health in friendships. Come chat about this episode on our Facebook group! - www.facebook.com/groups/242333026713965/SOCIALSGUEST Bobo: instagram.com/bobo.matjilaMukundwa:  instagram.com/mukundwa_ Youtube: tinyurl.com/y4x7klh4 twitter.com/mukundwa_Nyak  www.instagram.com/nyakwezi Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

55. Are some Friendships too much work? Emotional labour, boundaries and pity friendships 23.12.2019 45:26

In this episode we discuss the concept of emotional labour within friendships: setting boundaries, pity friendships and capitalism seeping into our friendship transactions. TW: suicide and sexual violence. Come chat about this episode on our Facebook group! - www.facebook.com/groups/242333026713965/SOCIALSGUEST Bobo: instagram.com/bobo.matjilaMukundwa:  instagram.com/mukundwa_ Youtube: tinyurl.com...

54. Family Dynamics: To Fight or Not to Fight? That is the Question 17.12.2019 1:00:57

Managing family dynamics during the festive season: is it everyday discourse or should you square up? Come chat about this episode on our Facebook group! - www.facebook.com/groups/242333026713965/SOCIALSGUEST Bobo: instagram.com/bobo.matjilaMukundwa:  instagram.com/mukundwa_ Youtube: tinyurl.com/y4x7klh4 twitter.com/mukundwa_Nyak  www.instagram.com/nyakwezi Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...

53. Should Sex feel like this? Vaginismus and Gym Orgasms 10.12.2019 1:08:27

RESOURCESvaginismus podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/sxtckzb and https://tinyurl.com/t6ppoerGYM ORGASM: google coregasm female viagra - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=66yisaGN5a8Come chat about this episode on our Facebook group! - www.facebook.com/groups/242333026713965/SOCIALSMukundwa:  instagram.com/mukundwa_ Youtube: tinyurl.com/y4x7klh4 twitter.com/mukundwa_Nyak  www.instagram.com/nyakwezi Host...

52. Cannibalism, anyone? Survival, Morality and Body Autonomy 02.12.2019 47:40

TW: suicide. We discuss survival and consensual cannibalism, body integrity dysphoria, the state having control over our bodies, and enforcing self preservationRESOURCEShttps://www.stitcher.com/podcast/castings-lots-podcast/casting-lots-a-survival-cannibalism-podcast/e/64964100https://www.theguardian.com/world/2015/nov/07/fisherman-lost-at-sea-436-days-book-extractCome chat about this episode on o...

51. Exercise, clean eating trends and the new face of diet culture 25.11.2019 1:15:56

Is wellness and clean eating the new diet culture? RESOURCES:https://www.self.com/story/mild-bloating-after-eating-is-normalPodcast episode: https://tinyurl.com/scu5aclCome chat about this episode on our Facebook group! - www.facebook.com/groups/242333026713965/SOCIALSMukundwa:  instagram.com/mukundwa_ Youtube: tinyurl.com/y4x7klh4 twitter.com/mukundwa_Nyak www.instagram.com/nyakwezi Hosted on Aca...

50. Is the Pursuit of Happiness the greatest scam ever? 18.11.2019 1:33:32

TRIGGER WARNING: suicide is mentionedIn this episode we discuss happiness: is it a practical pursuit or a futile illusion? Are white people the happiest race, is the internet a portal to freedom or unhappiness and does love keep score? karma: it is NOT punishment, karma is Newtons 3rd Law: for every action there is a reaction, it is circumstance as a result of action, totally void of value judgeme...

49. Noisy headspace, Psychics and Accent Wars 11.11.2019 1:16:48

In this episode we discuss managing internal noise and our experience with psychics and hypnotherapyCome chat about this episode on our Facebook group! - www.facebook.com/groups/242333026713965/SOCIALSMukundwa:instagram.com/mukundwa_Youtube: tinyurl.com/y4x7klh4twitter.com/mukundwa_Nyakwww.instagram.com/nyakwez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

48. Clout as Currency ft. Bobo & Flex / Flex Mami 04.11.2019 1:14:49

Bobos Void & FlexMami (Lillian Ahenkan) of 'Bobo & Flex' join us to discuss the nuances around self-publishing and elevating ourselves on social media: what is the benefit and cost of clout? Do we want people’s truths or people’s performances? And does social media reward authenticity? Come chat about this episode on our Facebook group! - www.facebook.com/groups/242333026713965/ SOCIALS Mu...

47. Friendship Dilemmas: Breakups, Money and Attraction 28.10.2019 1:15:31

Your friendship dilemmas answered! Are you a disposable friend? Is it sustainable to be attracted to your friends? And do you position yourself as a saviour? GUEST: www.instagram.com/tloukieCome chat about this episode on our Facebook group! - www.facebook.com/groups/242333026713965/SOCIALSMukundwa:instagram.com/mukundwa_Youtube: tinyurl.com/y4x7klh4twitter.com/mukundwa_Nyak (Co Host)www.instagram...

46. Working is the Ghetto, Sexual Fantasies, are you Lucky or Privileged? 21.10.2019 1:10:47

In this chatty episode Mukundwa and Nyak pick your topic suggestions from a hat and give their off-the-cuff opinionsPLEASE DM Mukundwa to feedback about this episode format! Do you prefer structured episodes nucleating around one theme, or did you like this casual chat format? Come chat about this episode on our Facebook group! - www.facebook.com/groups/242333026713965/SOCIALSMukundwa:instagram.co...

45. The Cost of Sugar: the rise of blesser culture and its unseen labour 14.10.2019 1:09:40

Transactional relationships have become increasingly mainstream: in this episode we discuss putting the “work” back into sex work. Popularised online as a get-rich-quick stint and an "elevated boyfriend experience", what are we missing about the physical and emotional labour required? What are the occupational hazards of being a sugar baby/blessee? We are joined by B to discuss her experiences wit...

44. Growing Pains: managing life transitions and relinquishing control 07.10.2019 1:00:34

Are you going through an existential crisis? Welcome to the party! We discuss the discomfort of personal growth, relinquishing control during this process and how to pay attention to patterns. Is the luck or misfortune in your life a ~sign~ or incidental? Come chat about this episode on our Facebook group! - www.facebook.com/groups/242333026713965/SOCIALSGUEST: Bonolo - www.facebook.com/maungocraf...

43. I'm Mediocre, Now What? On Excellence, Realism and the Law Of Attraction 30.09.2019 1:00:12

What happens if you aren't particularly excellent at anything? In this episode award winning entrepreneur and friend Bonolo joins us to discuss money, career and freelancing. Is freelancing for the mediocre? How does conviction around career and the law of attraction interface with reality? Come chat about this episode on our Facebook group! - https://www.facebook.com/groups/242333026713965/SOCIAL...

42. Are you Ugly? Neutrality, Positivity and Body Image Propaganda 23.09.2019 1:11:19

Is it possible to reclaim the word ugly? We discuss:Curating spaces that affirm you, Dress Sense as an art form: intrigue over appeal, Body Positivity vs. Body Neutrality and Reclaiming vs. Rejecting the term 'ugly'.Please note some names bleeped out due to inaccurate informationCome chat about this episode on our Facebook group! - https://www.facebook.com/groups/242333026713965/MENTIONS+RESOURCES...

41. Serial Dating, Self Worth and Saying NO to the Romance Agenda 16.09.2019 59:19

In this episode we discuss framing singleness as a state of abundance rather than a state of limbo, lack and waiting. How can we use this time to get to know ourselves and our desires? We look at how serial dating can lead to betrayal of self, and how spending time alone can help us divest from the male gaze. Also, did Westlife singlehandedly ruin our romantic lives before they began? Come chat ab...

40. Trigger Warnings and Bums on Mars 09.09.2019 1:04:53

In this episode we unpack the fallout of trigger warnings and double standards in online communication. And more pressingly, should Bums be allowed on Mars? Come chat about this episode on our Facebook group! - https://www.facebook.com/groups/242333026713965/MENTIONSJameela Jamil - https://twitter.com/jameelajamilNichiren BuddhismDiscipline and Punish by Michel FoucaultDOWNLOAD  September Gratitud...

39. Toxic Self-Preservation: you're isolating yourself and it shows! 05.09.2019 1:13:45

Ever police your boundaries so hard that you end up isolating yourself? Is your refusal of performing emotional labour ruining your social life? Nyak and I break down the difference between self-care and toxic self preservation. We look at how we get in our own way by setting anticipatory boundaries to combat fictional use, abuse and exhaustion. Come chat about this episode on our Facebook group!...