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Unfortunately for many, money makes the world go round. Our society has made us avid consumers. Danielle & Zara discuss the very materialistic ways we all act. Expensive gifts on Valentine’s Day, having nice things, and the pull social media has on our need for more - we discuss it ALL.

Have you ever had questions you’ve always wanted to ask a guy? What is it about men that just doesn’t seem to make sense? Danielle & Zara chat to their good friend, Mikey, to get to the bottom of it all. We discuss “Men Are Trash” from a guy’s perspective, showing emotions, and what the deal with the “bro hug” is.

Do girls really run this mother? Or is Beyoncé just overly optimistic? What is feminism? Is it even relevant? Does toxic feminism mean you shouldn’t be a feminist? Danielle & Zara have an honest conversation about being women in a society ruled by men. In this episode we’re asking men to hold their fellow men accountable. Sexual harassment, equality in the workplace, and so much more. We hope you...

Do parents really know best? In this episode Danielle & Zara discuss what people wish their parents understood. This episode dives into the importance of quality time, privacy, and how academic strength really isn’t everything.

We all know what stress is; what causes stress, how it feels, and the harm it can cause. So, we won’t bore you with all of that. In this episode, Danielle & Zara discuss their personal experience of stress and practical ways to ease life’s pressures. Stress is inevitable, but taking a moment and ditching the “side hustle” is sometimes all you need.

So, there is a possibility this episode won’t gain us any popularity. Oh well, it is what it is. Danielle & Zara discuss their unpopular opinions. Was Nelson Mandela that great of a guy? Are parents to blame for what their kids are seeing? Is shopping local brands the better option? We’re discussing everything from praising politicians, our girl T-Swift, and the ethics surrounding our capitalist s...

Christianity may seem so outdated & restrictive, so why choose to be a Christian? In this episode, Danielle & Zara discuss developing your own faith, the absolute essential principle: love, and seeing God as the source of our existence. Whether you’re a believer or not, we encourage you to listen to this episode and navigate for yourself what you truly believe and why.

Your mental illness really is just in your head...(where it should be). In our final installment of Mental Health March we are discussing treatment for mental illnesses, namely counselling, medication, and religion. Danielle & Zara talk about how psychologists are trained in specific areas, the benefits of therapy, the miseducation surrounding mental illness, and so much more. “Happiness is a mood...

In Part 2 of Mental Health March, Zara shares her personal journey with mental illness and her eventual Bipolar Disorder diagnosis. This episode is very sensitive, but very important. From all sorts of medications, finding the right therapist, the shame of her suicide attempt and so much more. May you see that mental illness does not define you - there is hope.

Mental Health March kicks off with a basic introduction to the topic as a whole, focusing on the difference between mental health and mental illness. Danielle & Zara discuss how debilitating a mental illness can be, dealing with emotions as a teenager, how the media romanticises mental health, and so forth. Since we all have mental health, this episode is for everyone.

In this episode, Danielle & Zara put each other on the spot by asking questions without any preparation. Attraction, frustrations, being more socially aware, immigration, guns, toxicity of toxicity, kids on social media, and celebrity pastors. Yes, this is a jam-packed glimpse into our minds. You don’t want to miss this one.

So, it turns out we watch too much Netflix. The good news is we have a ton of solid suggestions for you. For those who are overwhelmed by options, or spend more time trying to find something to watch than actually watching it - this one is for you. Danielle and Zara discuss the significance of character depth, the needlessness of many sex scenes, and topics that are important to understand. Riverd...

“Alexa, play ‘Beautiful’ by Christina Aguilera.” What is the point of commenting on someone else’s looks? Do you feel bad because you don’t fit the current trends? Should I post about my lifestyle? In this episode, Danielle and Zara explore body image & appearance, discussing the problems with the fitness industry, tattoos, plastic surgery, and all the things.

Death is something we’ve all wondered about at some point or another. Despite our differences, we can all agree that death is inevitable. In this episode, Danielle and Zara discuss their personal views on what happens after death, euthanasia, suicide, and the death penalty. What will heaven look like? What are the dangers of euthanasia? Do people who commit suicide go to hell? Is the death penalty...

We’re throwing the “girly girl” and the “manly man” out of the window and getting real about what it’s like being a woman in a very patriarchal world. Danielle and Zara discuss their views on femininity & masculinity, how culture determines fashion, internal misogyny, and so much more. May this conversation get you thinking, talking, and most importantly embracing both the masculine & feminine wit...

In this episode, Danielle and Zara talk all about drugs, drinking, and hook-ups. These are things that have become a normal part of growing up and being young adults. We’re about to drop some real dangerous lines - from sharing our personal thoughts on Marijuana, the occasional underage glass of champagne on Christmas, and how a kiss should feel.

Is university really all that it is hyped up to be? What is it like to have so much freedom? In this episode, Danielle and Zara go into detail about their different university experiences. Stay tuned to hear all the things from the positive and negative aspects of university to the prevalent use of drugs and alcohol.

2021 is here! In this episode, Danielle and Zara take a look back at a very unprecedented year filled with fake news, ignoring texts, and online learning. Here's to putting 2020 behind and looking forward to 2021, hoping it brings a sense of normality and new opportunities.

This is the final episode of our "Relationships" series. Danielle & Zara sit down with Richard & Amanda Southey to talk about love and marriage. Gain some insight on living past your spouse, communicating, having kids, taking the next steps, divorce, working on marriage, waiting for marriage and the importance of sex. Turns out 18 years of marriage teaches you a lot.

In this part two of our ‘Relationships’ series, Zara sits down with co-host Danielle and her boyfriend, Devan, to talk all about dating and communicating. From their experiences of “dating, but not dating”, getting to know each other without the physical pressure, and how the’ve grown over the past half a decade (including Devan’s learning to use the washing machine) - tune in for some solid wisdo...

This is the first of a three-part series all about relationships. In this episode, Danielle interviews Zara all about being single. Stay tuned to hear about the misconceptions surrounding singleness, its pros and cons, and some expert advice about being content with yourself.

Whether you want to be a billionaire so freaking bad, or make the world dance and forget about the price tag... we could all use some assistance in the finance department. In this episode, Danielle & Zara are joined by Simon Marais, a registered financial advisor, to discuss spending, saving, and investing.

In this episode, Danielle and Zara discuss all their current favourites, from food to fashion. Join to hear all about Danielle's obsession with The Queen’s Gambit, how Zara "discovered" dancing and all the things...

What gives us the right to "cancel" a person? These days, one politically incorrect post from 2002 or a misinterpreted phrase almost guarantees a social media frenzy and a trending hashtag about how terrible you are. In this episode, Danielle and Zara discuss cancel culture, what it means, and how we should respond to it.

How does God feel about sex? Should we advocate for birth control? Is pro-life different from anti-abortion? Join Danielle and Zara in this episode as they discuss their thoughts about the significance of sex, the importance of education, and the difficulty of unwanted pregnancy.