Simply Do The Work

Welcome back to my podcast in today's episode I explore the idea of whether or not self help content is actually helpful

Welcome back to the podcast. In today's episode I share a recent situationship I went through and reflect on the lessons I've learned with regards to dating as a twenty-something year old. The psychology of your 20s podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2HGcJRYrjGnpce6bRp8UXm Subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/simplysifiso Follow me on social media: @simplysifiso on all platform...

Welcome back to my podcast. Some of yall might be aware of my complicated relationship with church which is something I discussed on the podcast previously. Today I will briefly share why I decided to go back. EP 25: Why I left Church - https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/UOLBMJijBLb Subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/simplysifiso Follow me on social media: @simplysifiso on all platform...

Sanibonani, welcome back to my podcast. I'm so excited to be back on the podcast after taking a two year break. In today's episode I reflect on the significance of Pride Month and how I celebrated as well as share a bit of what's happened in my life since we last spoke. EP 22: The Problem With Pride Month https://open.spotify.com/show/7z8Q2EWVSlpBJjy3COQgHl Subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube...

CONTENT/TRIGGER WARNING: Mentions of suicide Today's episode I'll be talking about the unfortunate passing of kpop idol Moonbin and how it has impacted me. I will also share some of my reflections on grief and how one can process it. South Africa suicide hotline: 0800 567 567 Cipla Mental Health Helpline: 0800 456 789; SMS 31393 International suicide hotlines: https://blog.opencounseling.c...

Today's guest is Modirwa — an independent queer artist from Limpopo South Africa who blends traditional African elements of pop and R&B to create his own unique immersive sound. Through his music he speaks about various personal and social issues and he uses platforms to also talk about his experiences as a young creative in South Africa.  Check out Modirwa's latest EP 'Fruity Apprehensions':  htt...

Welcome back to my podcast in this episode I will be responding to a YouTube comment I got on my previous video "Homophobia In The Medical Field" and talk about my thoughts on responding/fighting back against homophobia

Welcome back to the podcasr, today I have the incredible honour of speaking to Thembelihle Ngcai - an anthologised essayist whose passionate about inclusive education and disabled sex. We talked about Thembelihle's experience being diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3 and how it influences her work of inclusive education. We also talked about how non-disabled people can be better allies t...

Welcome back to my podcast! In today's episode, I will talk about some homophobic experiences I have  encountered as a medical student as well as talk about how the medical filed historically and currently discriminates against the LGBTQ+ community.    Podcast EP 32: Ex-gays and conversion therapy - https://anchor.fm/simplysifiso/episodes/EP-32--Ex-gays-and-conversion-therapy-e1bo90...

I recorded this episode a few weeks ago where I detail the time I tried being in an "open" relationship but ended up being assaulted by one of the people involved. I've healed and moved on from the experience and I'm sharing this because I'm owning what happened and not ashamed of what happened. Hope y'all enjoy this one and please look forward to the next podcast episode that will feature a speci...

In this episode I start with a life update on med school and my YouTube channel then I talk about a recent dating experience and the lessons I learned from it. Previous episode mentioned: EP 26- Why I stopped dating for now https://anchor.fm/simplysifiso/episodes/EP-26-Why-I-stopped-dating-for-now-e16ga3g Check out my YouTube channel: youtube.com/simplysifiso and follow me @simplysifiso on Instagr...

Happy new Year! In today's episode I'll talk about a friendship of mine that ended and share what I learned from that experience. Check out my YouTube channel: youtube.com/simplysifiso and follow me @simplysifiso on Instagram and Twitter

In this episode I'll talk about what it means to be a Christian and why I feel conflicted with claiming that title. Previous episode mentioned: "Ep 25: Why I left the church" https://anchor.fm/simplysifiso/episodes/EP-25-Why-I-Left-Church-e16548e Check out my YouTube channel: youtube.com/simplysifiso and follow me @simplysifiso on Instagram and Twitter

This episode is quite a heavy one and this is quite a complex topic that I did my best to discuss. Today I'll be sharing my stories from real life people who have gone through conversion therapy or identify as ex-gay. I also unpack the different ways conversion therapy manifests and the legal issues surrounding it. Book mentioned: The Velvet Rage by Alan Downs Previous podcast episode mentioned: "...

Welcome back to my podcast, in today's episode I'll be sharing a bit of my own coming story and some of the issues I've noticed surrounding the culture behind coming out for LGBTQ+ folk. Check out my YouTube channel: youtube.com/simplysifiso and follow me @simplysifiso on Instagram and Twitter

In this episode which was recorded in July 2021 I reflect on some lessons I've learned on managing stress and establishing a healthy work ethic. Check out my YouTube channel: youtube.com/simplysifiso and follow me @simplysifiso on Instagram and Twitter

This episode will be a discussion on my relationship with blackness. Check out my YouTube channel: youtube.com/simplysifiso and follow me @simplysifiso on Instagram and Twitter Previous episodes mentioned:  EP 01: https://anchor.fm/simplysifiso/episodes/EP-01-We-black-people-cant-seem-to-catch-a-break-eeogbd EP 07 - Why being called a coconut is so damaging: https://anchor.fm/simplysifiso/epi...

Welcome back to the podcast. This episode is simply about my complicated feelings regarding stan culture and I share why I even joined stan twitter in the first place.  Check out my YouTube channel: youtube.com/simplysifiso and follow me @simplysifiso on Instagram and Twitter

In this episode (recorded in July 2021) I will be responding to an article that claims Christians should not engage social justice work and I question what does justice really look like.  Podcast episode mentioned: https://anchor.fm/simplysifiso/episodes/EP-23-A-Living-Sacrifice-for-Justice-e14klmr Videos by Khadija Mbowe: Critical Race Theory (a beginner's beginner guide) | Khadija Mbowe: ht...

TW: brief mentions of sexual assault and grooming. In this episode I'll share the hardships I've faced with regards to relationships and how reflecting through this pandemic prompted me to take a break from dating. YouTube video mentioned: WAP and the Spectacle of Sexual Liberation by For Harriet - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ILApR36KgQw&t=4s Check out my YouTube channel: youtube.com/simpl...

In this episode I'll talk about my experiences that motivated me to walk away from church and why I don't see myself going back. Episodes mentioned: EP 21: Reconciling Christianity with Queerness https://anchor.fm/simplysifiso/episodes/EP-21-Reconciling-Christianity-with-Queerness-e12j263 EP 4: Churches and South Africans are MESSY https://anchor.fm/simplysifiso/episodes/EP-04-Churches-and-South-A...

Today's podcast episode I'll talk about my experiences and challenges as a YouTuber and why I enjoy working on the podcast more. Check out my YouTube channel: youtube.com/simplysifiso and follow me @simplysifiso on Instagram and Twitter

Welcome back to my podcast, in this episode I'll be reading Romans 12 from the Bible and explaining how my Christian faith guides my views on justice and equality from a queer perspective. Episodes mentioned:  EP 21: Reconciling Christianity with Queerness - https://anchor.fm/simplysifiso/episodes/EP-21-Reconciling-Christianity-with-Queerness-e12j263 EP 22: The Problem With Pride - https://an...

Pride month is coming to end so I thought I'd share my thoughts on the celebrations, the history and implications of it all. Check out my YouTube channel: youtube.com/simplysifiso and follow me @simplysifiso on Instagram and Twitter

Happy Pride Month! For today's podcast episode I'll talk about my journey of accepting my queerness ,questioning my Christian faith and how my friends helped me on this journey. Check out my YouTube channel: youtube.com/simplysifiso and follow me @simplysifiso on Instagram and Twitter. For LGBTQ+ affirming Christian resources check out: https://www.queertheology.com/