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Black Gals Livin'

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Two girls from London and Essex chatting about mental health, pop culture and random shenanigans. Hosted by Vic and Jas. Holla at us using the hashtag #blackgalslivin Follow us on Twitter, Insta & TikTok https://twitter.com/blackgalslivin + https://www.instagram.com/blackgalslivin/ + https://www.tiktok.com/@blackgalslivin Vic's socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/victoriasanusi + Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vicsanusi/ Jas' socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/jas_bw + Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jas_bw/

Location:

United States

Description:

Two girls from London and Essex chatting about mental health, pop culture and random shenanigans. Hosted by Vic and Jas. Holla at us using the hashtag #blackgalslivin Follow us on Twitter, Insta & TikTok https://twitter.com/blackgalslivin + https://www.instagram.com/blackgalslivin/ + https://www.tiktok.com/@blackgalslivin Vic's socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/victoriasanusi + Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vicsanusi/ Jas' socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/jas_bw + Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jas_bw/

Language:

English


Episodes

258. Should BW stop going on reality TV?

11/26/2023
Hey loves, on this week's episode we talk about Teyana Taylor's divorce and how things are never as they seem! We also talk at length about whether black women should still go on reality tv, knowing the potential for so much racial hatred. We also answer a dilemma at the end! You can send dilemmas by using this link: https://bit.ly/3FzyTGG --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you are looking thinking about getting counselling but not sure where to start, check out www.betterhelp.com/BGL HOSTS:⠀ Jas: twitter.com/jas_bw + www.instagram.com/jas_bw/ Vic: twitter.com/victoriasanusi + www.instagram.com/vicsanusi/ BGL socials: www.instagram.com/blackgalslivin/ + twitter.com/blackgalslivin/ Tik Tok: @blackgalslivin Chat to us using the hashtag #blackgalslivin⠀ Artwork by @thecamru Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:01:01:40

257. Clubbing in 2023

11/19/2023
So sorry for the short episode guys, Vic has the flu. This week we talk about clubbing in 2023, Big Brother final, dog piling on people online and the Diddy and Cassie lawsuit. You can send dilemmas by using this link: https://bit.ly/3FzyTGG --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you are looking thinking about getting counselling but not sure where to start, check out www.betterhelp.com/BGL HOSTS:⠀ Jas: twitter.com/jas_bw + www.instagram.com/jas_bw/ Vic: twitter.com/victoriasanusi + www.instagram.com/vicsanusi/ BGL socials: www.instagram.com/blackgalslivin/ + twitter.com/blackgalslivin/ Tik Tok: @blackgalslivin Chat to us using the hashtag #blackgalslivin⠀ Artwork by @thecamru Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:31:18

256. That Will & Jada love

11/12/2023
Hey loves! Thanks for joining us for another week. We talk about Vic getting trolled, Lori & Damson breaking up and the messiness of Will & Jada's marriage! We also answer some of your dilemmas at the end :) You can send dilemmas by using this link: https://bit.ly/3FzyTGG --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you are looking thinking about getting counselling but not sure where to start, check out www.betterhelp.com/BGL HOSTS:⠀ Jas: twitter.com/jas_bw + www.instagram.com/jas_bw/ Vic: twitter.com/victoriasanusi + www.instagram.com/vicsanusi/ BGL socials: www.instagram.com/blackgalslivin/ + twitter.com/blackgalslivin/ Tik Tok: @blackgalslivin Chat to us using the hashtag #blackgalslivin⠀ Artwork by @thecamru Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:01:17:01

BGL x Big Brother UK recap

11/12/2023
Hey loves, you asked for a Big Brother minisode and we delivered! We talk about the microaggressions happening in that house and the racism that led to Trish being evicted. Here our thoughts on all the housemates and feel free to discuss with us on socials! You can also send dilemmas for our main episode by using this link: https://bit.ly/3FzyTGG --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you are looking thinking about getting counselling but not sure where to start, check out www.betterhelp.com/BGL HOSTS:⠀ Jas: twitter.com/jas_bw + www.instagram.com/jas_bw/ Vic: twitter.com/victoriasanusi + www.instagram.com/vicsanusi/ BGL socials: www.instagram.com/blackgalslivin/ + twitter.com/blackgalslivin/ Tik Tok: @blackgalslivin Chat to us using the hashtag #blackgalslivin⠀ Artwork by @thecamru Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:58:07

255. Life update!

11/5/2023
Hey babes, sorry for the break! we are back now. On this episode, we talk about friendships and therapy, Halle Bailey, being car-less and some news towards the end! You can send dilemmas by using this link: https://bit.ly/3FzyTGG --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you are looking thinking about getting counselling but not sure where to start, check out www.betterhelp.com/BGL HOSTS:⠀ Jas: twitter.com/jas_bw + www.instagram.com/jas_bw/ Vic: twitter.com/victoriasanusi + www.instagram.com/vicsanusi/ BGL socials: www.instagram.com/blackgalslivin/ + twitter.com/blackgalslivin/ Tik Tok: @blackgalslivin Chat to us using the hashtag #blackgalslivin⠀ Artwork by @thecamru Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:01:24:41

254. Beyonce is DOWN BAD! ft Hannah OJ

10/1/2023
Hey babes, on this week's ep we are joined with the amazing Hannah OJ from Undherated Podcast and we talk about Jas going to see Usher in Paris and whether we would be serenaded by him like Keke. We discuss controlling men (Love is Blind) and whether we answer some of your dilemmas! You can send dilemmas by using this link: https://bit.ly/3FzyTGG --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you are looking thinking about getting counselling but not sure where to start, check out www.betterhelp.com/BGL GUEST: Hannah OJ: @iamhannahoj @itsundherrated HOSTS:⠀ Jas: twitter.com/jas_bw + www.instagram.com/jas_bw/ Vic: twitter.com/victoriasanusi + www.instagram.com/vicsanusi/ BGL socials: www.instagram.com/blackgalslivin/ + twitter.com/blackgalslivin/ Tik Tok: @blackgalslivin Chat to us using the hashtag #blackgalslivin⠀ Artwork by @thecamru Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:01:16:01

253. "She borrowed that skirt from ME"

9/24/2023
Hey lovelies! On this episode, we talk about XL bully, Jackie Aina and her Beats AD, we quickly touch on Love Is Blind and having a victim mentality and answer a dilemma. You can send dilemmas by using this link: https://bit.ly/3FzyTGG --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you are looking thinking about getting counselling but not sure where to start, check out www.betterhelp.com/BGL HOSTS:⠀ Jas: twitter.com/jas_bw + www.instagram.com/jas_bw/ Vic: twitter.com/victoriasanusi + www.instagram.com/vicsanusi/ BGL socials: www.instagram.com/blackgalslivin/ + twitter.com/blackgalslivin/ Tik Tok: @blackgalslivin Chat to us using the hashtag #blackgalslivin⠀ Artwork by @thecamru Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:01:09:35

252. XL Bullies and wedding fever :(

9/17/2023
Hey lovelies, we're back after a short break! On this week's episode Jas talks about being triggered by weddings, we also talk about how the UK really love dogs, black pubs and answer a dilemma. You can send dilemmas by using this link: https://bit.ly/3FzyTGG --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you are looking thinking about getting counselling but not sure where to start, check out www.betterhelp.com/BGL HOSTS:⠀ Jas: twitter.com/jas_bw + www.instagram.com/jas_bw/ Vic: twitter.com/victoriasanusi + www.instagram.com/vicsanusi/ BGL socials: www.instagram.com/blackgalslivin/ + twitter.com/blackgalslivin/ Tik Tok: @blackgalslivin Chat to us using the hashtag #blackgalslivin⠀ Artwork by @thecamru Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:01:13:32

251. Camel toe shoe

9/3/2023
Hey lovelies, on this week's episode the Tabi shoe debacle, friendships & money and hoarding. You can send dilemmas by using this link: https://bit.ly/3FzyTGG --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you are looking thinking about getting counselling but not sure where to start, check out www.betterhelp.com/BGL HOSTS:⠀ Jas: twitter.com/jas_bw + www.instagram.com/jas_bw/ Vic: twitter.com/victoriasanusi + www.instagram.com/vicsanusi/ BGL socials: www.instagram.com/blackgalslivin/ + twitter.com/blackgalslivin/ Tik Tok: @blackgalslivin Chat to us using the hashtag #blackgalslivin⠀ Artwork by @thecamru Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:01:04:58

250. CAVEAT, CAVEAT, CAVEAT!

8/27/2023
Hey lovelies, on this week's episode we talk about pum pum skirts, smoking and lateness! Let us know if social media is making you question your sanity too? You can send dilemmas by using this link: https://bit.ly/3FzyTGG --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you are looking thinking about getting counselling but not sure where to start, check out www.betterhelp.com/BGL HOSTS:⠀ Jas: twitter.com/jas_bw + www.instagram.com/jas_bw/ Vic: twitter.com/victoriasanusi + www.instagram.com/vicsanusi/ BGL socials: www.instagram.com/blackgalslivin/ + twitter.com/blackgalslivin/ Tik Tok: @blackgalslivin Chat to us using the hashtag #blackgalslivin⠀ Artwork by @thecamru Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:01:26:38

249. "A moment of madness"

8/20/2023
Hey loves, this week we talk about madeline argy TikTok drama, featurism and we answered your dilemmas. You can send dilemmas by using this link: https://bit.ly/3FzyTGG --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you are looking thinking about getting counselling but not sure where to start, check out www.betterhelp.com/BGL HOSTS:⠀ Jas: twitter.com/jas_bw + www.instagram.com/jas_bw/ Vic: twitter.com/victoriasanusi + www.instagram.com/vicsanusi/ BGL socials: www.instagram.com/blackgalslivin/ + twitter.com/blackgalslivin/ Tik Tok: @blackgalslivin Chat to us using the hashtag #blackgalslivin⠀ Artwork by @thecamru Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:42:48

248. Work friendships & Chicken Shops

8/13/2023
Hey loves, this week we talk about why we have to force workplace friendships and the impact that has. We also discuss whether The Chicken Shop is problematic, Barbie and more! You can send dilemmas by using this link: https://bit.ly/3FzyTGG --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you are looking thinking about getting counselling but not sure where to start, check out www.betterhelp.com/BGL HOSTS:⠀ Jas: twitter.com/jas_bw + www.instagram.com/jas_bw/ Vic: twitter.com/victoriasanusi + www.instagram.com/vicsanusi/ BGL socials: www.instagram.com/blackgalslivin/ + twitter.com/blackgalslivin/ Tik Tok: @blackgalslivin Chat to us using the hashtag #blackgalslivin⠀ Artwork by @thecamru Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:01:10:46

247. Let's just be honest, let's just be real

8/6/2023
Hey lovelies, This week we talk about the unnecessary pressure of social media and the complex yet needed conversation about shopping sustainability in a cost-of-living crisis. You can send dilemmas by using this link: https://bit.ly/3FzyTGG --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you are looking thinking about getting counselling but not sure where to start, check out www.betterhelp.com/BGL HOSTS:⠀ Jas: twitter.com/jas_bw + www.instagram.com/jas_bw/ Vic: twitter.com/victoriasanusi + www.instagram.com/vicsanusi/ BGL socials: www.instagram.com/blackgalslivin/ + twitter.com/blackgalslivin/ Tik Tok: @blackgalslivin Chat to us using the hashtag #blackgalslivin⠀ Artwork by @thecamru Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:01:03:28

BGL x Love Island: Scott is strict!!!

8/1/2023
Hey huns!!! Welcome to the last Love Island Minisode! We give our thoughts on the final and what we think of the winners. We have also joined Ella B hive and discussed why Scott and Medhi are so strict! Will this be your last year watching the show? Do you feel old watching? Please tell us xx Join in the discussion using the hashtag #blackgalslivin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:56:00

246. Going Independent ft VV Brown

7/30/2023
Hey lovelies, This week we are joined with our first guest in months, the beautifully talented VV Brown! We discuss her career in the music industry and her new podcast 'Am I British Yet?' You can send dilemmas by using this link: https://bit.ly/3FzyTGG --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you are looking thinking about getting counselling but not sure where to start, check out www.betterhelp.com/BGL GUEST: VV Brown: https://www.instagram.com/vvbrownofficial/ HOSTS:⠀ Jas: twitter.com/jas_bw + www.instagram.com/jas_bw/ Vic: twitter.com/victoriasanusi + www.instagram.com/vicsanusi/ BGL socials: www.instagram.com/blackgalslivin/ + twitter.com/blackgalslivin/ Tik Tok: @blackgalslivin Chat to us using the hashtag #blackgalslivin⠀ Artwork by @thecamru Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:52:14

245. Friendship flaws & faux jerk chicken

7/23/2023
Hey lads! Welcome back to another episode, we talk about White Men Can’t Jerk, is it alright to eat their food? and we also talk about our individual friendship flaws. We also answer some of your dilemmas x You can send dilemmas by using this link: https://bit.ly/3FzyTGG --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you are looking thinking about getting counselling but not sure where to start, check out www.betterhelp.com/BGL HOSTS:⠀ Jas: twitter.com/jas_bw + www.instagram.com/jas_bw/ Vic: twitter.com/victoriasanusi + www.instagram.com/vicsanusi/ BGL socials: www.instagram.com/blackgalslivin/ + twitter.com/blackgalslivin/ Tik Tok: @blackgalslivin Chat to us using the hashtag #blackgalslivin⠀ Artwork by @thecamru Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:01:00:47

BGL x Love Island: A small apology to Scott fans

7/22/2023
Hey huns!!! Welcome to another Love Island Minisode We give our thoughts on Whitney and Ella's beef and also what we think of all the couples. Also why Vic owes Scott fans a small apology and explains why we should go easy on Catherine. Join in the discussion using the hashtag #blackgalslivin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:42:22

244. Bald spots as a woman and being the "brokie" of the group

7/16/2023
Hey lovelies! We talk about why people were lying about laser hair removal, bald spots as a woman and how to manage awkward convos around drinking and finances. We also answer some of your dilemmas x You can send dilemmas by using this link: https://bit.ly/3FzyTGG --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you are looking thinking about getting counselling but not sure where to start, check out www.betterhelp.com/BGL HOSTS:⠀ Jas: twitter.com/jas_bw + www.instagram.com/jas_bw/ Vic: twitter.com/victoriasanusi + www.instagram.com/vicsanusi/ BGL socials: www.instagram.com/blackgalslivin/ + twitter.com/blackgalslivin/ Tik Tok: @blackgalslivin Chat to us using the hashtag #blackgalslivin⠀ Artwork by @thecamru Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:01:09:22

BGL x Love Island: What is Sammy on?

7/16/2023
Hey huns!!! Welcome to our 4th Love Island Minisode We discuss whether there is something we're missing with the whole Scott situation, since Montel said there's more to be revealed. We also talk about Tyrique, Ella and the never ending drama between Jess and Sammy We discuss the Islanders speaking on Catherine being in her villain era, why we want Scott, Sammy and Montel out and why Jess and Ella need some grace. Join in the discussion using the hashtag #blackgalslivin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:28:40

243: Matching suit and matching shoe

7/10/2023
TW: coercive control 18 min - 22min TW: abuse 23min - 24min Hey guys! On this week's episode, Keke Palmer's baby dad and Jonah Hill and his stupid boundaries. We also answer some of your dilemmas x You can send dilemmas by using this link: https://bit.ly/3FzyTGG --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you are looking thinking about getting counselling but not sure where to start, check out www.betterhelp.com/BGL HOSTS:⠀ Jas: twitter.com/jas_bw + www.instagram.com/jas_bw/ Vic: twitter.com/victoriasanusi + www.instagram.com/vicsanusi/ BGL socials: www.instagram.com/blackgalslivin/ + twitter.com/blackgalslivin/ Tik Tok: @blackgalslivin Chat to us using the hashtag #blackgalslivin⠀ Artwork by @thecamru Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:45:18