In Other Words

Listen to this new episode where Danielle and Zara have an honest conversation about the presence of children in media. We discuss the legalities around child labour, the horrendous lengths parents will go to for attention, and assess who has access to child-content. It’s a scary world and kids deserve privacy and protection - especially from their caregivers.

Calling all our DAY ONE listeners! In this special episode, requested by a listener, Danielle & Zara quiz each other on their own podcast - all the things relating to In Other Words. We chat about our cover art, struggle through some tough questions, Zara’s favourite object, and much more. Do we really mean what we say? Do we remember all the things we’ve said over the past 5 seasons? We’re put to...

This was coming eventually… Danielle and Zara have a long and informal conversation about the role of Christian women in the church, in marriage, and life in general. Looking at the contentious scriptures and breaking them down in a digestible way, we hope this discussion is helpful. We talk about Eve (who screwed us over), the importance of women in the early church, and our Proverbs 31 Husband.

WE’RE BACK! Danielle & Zara kick off season 5 of In Other Words with a personal Q&A. A lot has changed since season 1 and we thought it was time for us to give you a glimpse into who we are. We share our thoughts on ‘the one’, exciting things still to come this year, identifying as LGBTQ+ while also being Christian, and of course, our standard virgins who talk about sex segment. We love you!

Warning: episode contains “heresy”. As Christians ourselves, we are allowed to poke fun of all the things only Christians say. In our Season 4 finale, Danielle and Zara share their thoughts on common Christian phrases that could use some adjusting or completely ditching. God bless you as you listen to this episode. For more: https://linktr.ee/inotherwordspod Music: Your Brain On https://www.instag...

Never count calories. In this episode we take a hard look at the topic of eating disorders. We are joined by Kaitlin Solomon who shares her struggle with Anorexia Nervosa. She discusses her personal journey, types of eating disorders, the warning signs, causes, and how we can support those struggling. Please reach out if you are struggling! “(This) sickness will not end in death. No, it happened f...

It’s a love story, baby just say yes. In this episode Danielle & Zara embrace all the love and share the stories of listeners and their significant others. Finding someone to talk to, choose-your-own-adventure dates, and late slip duty all serve as the pillars of love (in this episode at least). And of course, we have to end with the story of Danielle & Devan who have since gotten engaged!...

We're very much in 2023 at this point, but that doesn't mean that last year was meaningless. In this episode, Danielle and Zara take a look back at 2022 and share the 22 lessons they learned. Being a good steward, making connections, and doing hard things are some of the topics we touch on. It wasn't the easiest year, but it brought much growth. Danielle got LinkedIn; Zara learned that proper tarr...

It’s random Q&A time! In this episode, Danielle & Zara answer questions anonymously sent in by their listeners. We chat about accepting social invites, establishing physical boundaries in romantic relationships, and discovering the root of our self-esteem issues. Do we have hope for South Africa? What’s the best advice we’ve ever been given? And of course, we can’t have a Q&A without a...

Your favourite podcast is back after an unplanned hiatus. In this episode, Danielle and Zara discuss the books they read in 2022. From the controversial (Where the Crawdads Sing), the mystery (Caught), the emotional (A Thousand Splendid Suns), the non-fiction (Becoming), the Christian (Knowing God), the classic (Little Women), the weird (The Secret History), and everything in between.  Hear our th...

Danielle’s kids won’t see a rhinoceros?!  In this episode, Zara & Danielle chat about the fears they have with regards to all things motherhood. Despite the common narrative that all women’s God-given role is to have children, we do have some thoughts…and concerns.  Body changes, resentful kids, breastfeeding - we get real about it all.  (Oh, and we discuss the 44 people Charlize spoke about…)

Despite Zara’s interesting demonstration of the piano’s sustain pedal… Sustainability is a multi-faceted and sometimes daunting topic. In this episode, Danielle and Zara attempt to make it accessible for us all, since it affects every human being.  What is sustainability? Why is it important? What are some of the nuances? Are there harmful ideas surrounding sustainability?  And most importantly… H...

In this episode, Danielle & Zara are joined by special guest musician, Shaun Labuschagne - a self-proclaimed music expert.  Thank You for the Music… we review songs submitted by our wonderful listeners (find links below).  We give our OPINIONS on a variety of songs. Some were a vibe, others were… not. We talk about chord progressions, reveal our lack of understanding Korean, our dist...

Life can be scary sometimes. And so can In Other Words…  In this episode, Danielle and Zara share scary stories from listeners about the spooky, the criminal, the medical, and all things terrifying.  Some things you’ll learn:  - Eskom is (almost always) the antagonist.  - Avoid Hout Bay?  - If you don’t share this episode with 10 people, very bad things will happen… ...

Why do we love serial killers? Why are we, as humans, drawn to the unthinkable? Is true crime an aid to help us avoid the worst? In this episode, Danielle & Zara review the evidence and discuss the “true crime” genre, the fear it evokes, the glorification of evil people, and lots more.  P.S. We apologise for any clicking sounds! Recording remotely has its challenges.  True Crime Reco...

Stereotypes. We hear them. Sometimes we even believe them. Sometimes they’re low-key true. Are religious people judgemental? Do real men cry? Do female breadwinners emasculate their male spouse? Danielle and Zara discuss what the audience believes, their thoughts, and some fun history on all kinds of stereotypes.

Danielle and Zara chat all about friendship in this episode packed with all kinds of stories & advice. Some friendships will last a lifetime, while others won’t. Some people like serving; Danielle does not. Some people solve conflict through talking, and others need time and space. Join us as we chat through friendship types, seasons, and expressions.

In this episode, Danielle & Zara are joined by Christel Rohrs Viero as she shares her journey of growing up in a conservative church, marrying an unkind man, and eventually finding freedom. Trigger warning, since this episode discusses many topics related to abuse. We discuss the warning signs one can sometimes miss, being forced into sex tapes, and the differences between advice & control...

WE’RE BACK. Season 4 of In Other Words kicks off with a comprehensive update on the lives of Danielle & Zara. Zara shares the story of knocking a little boy over with her car, and Danielle chats about the weight of a Master’s thesis, and how amidst the doubt, anxiety, and exhaustion of the past few months we have managed to find joy. Our hope for this episode is that our listeners would feel seen,...

A perfect way to end season 3 of In Other Words! Danielle & Zara discuss all things relating to the female body… the pill, pubic hair, PCOS, panties, pain, pregnancy prevention, progesterone, pelvic floor, so… ALL THE THINGS.  And yes, of course we have to end the season as “virgins who talk about sex” haha.  Please remember - we are not health care professionals. *if you haven’t spoken to your ki...

*Apologies for the echoey sound* This episode takes a more serious tone, as Danielle & Zara discuss the topic of Human Trafficking.  With special guest, Christel, we discuss the most likely targets for traffickers, how to spot trafficking fronts, interacting with pimps, and loads more. We hope that her experiences shed light on important things we ought to know about the devastating and dark thing...

The world of customer service is filled with absurdity, humour, and all the things.  Danielle and Zara share stories about life in retail. Inappropriate flirting, middle-aged males who love “romance”, and foot cream scrubs…  This episode also features two special excerpts from friends (Krissi & Aleasha). This episode is definitely one worth buying into.  Instagram: @inotherwords...

Our final episode of That's a Red Flag is definitely not one you want to miss.  Danielle and Zara both have jobs and go to church - so we’re not playing around discussing these warning signs ;)  High turnover, hypocrisy, and surface-level fellowship are just some of the things you might want to avoid. (Please note this episode is a green flag). Instagram: @inotherwords_podcast YouTube Channel

RED FLAGS Part 2 is all about the questionable things that celebrities & politicians do that should raise some concerns. Tone deaf renditions of “Imagine”, countless claims of sexual harassment, and Putin are just some of the red flags we need to see before professing support for a public figure. Don’t sleep on this episode. Instagram: @inotherwords_podcast YouTube

Sometimes we like to see how red the flags can get… hence a 3-part series - starting with warning signs in relationships and friendships.  Danielle and Zara talk all about compromise, “crazy” exes, and inconsistency.  Are we the drama? I don’t think we’re the drama. But we might be since we have so many red flags to point out. Don’t miss this!