Surprise!!!

On this very special bonus episode, we are excited to be coming to you live from Portimão, Portugal where we got to experience the 3-day Afro Nation Festival! What an experience! We delve into the process of organising ourselves for the festival, where to stay for the Afro Nation Festival, what to expect, what surprised us, what we were glad to see and if it’s something we would recommend.

From Uncle Waffles leaving us speechless, to Tyler ICU getting us to dance til’ our feet hurt, Major League Djz bringing errrbody on the stage with them, seeing Tyla perform ‘Water’ in a full-circle moment to Asake and his fire gun - we had a tiiiiiiime!! Being in a long-distance friendship, we do not take it for granted that we got to do this ‘first’ as friends - a memory that we will cherish for life.

We are also excited to announce that we have officially joined the BlakCast Podcast Network which is part of the iHeart Podcast Network family - making this special episode that much sweeter!

Tune in to hear all our thoughts and sentiments.

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Hotel: Jupiter Algarve Hotel

Afro Nation 2025 Tickets

Cab Service: AlgarLux Transfers

Intro & Outro Song: ‘Eatup’ by artbybigvee

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Don’t miss Find and Tell, the search for the next generation of Australian storytellers. Think of it like one of those TV talent shows... but for podcasting!

You'll hear from four Australians as they go head-to-head to Find and Tell unique and interesting stories from around the country, based on a new theme each episode.

Follow along each Wednesday as host Jamila Rizvi decides which storyteller will take home the grand prize and be crowned the Find And Tell champion.

Search Find And Tell on your podcast app or click here!

Meet the storytellers at findandtell.com.au/

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Privilege is a complex thing.

Those who have it often don't realise how much it makes life easier for them. Those who don't understand all too well how much the lack of that privilege affects their lives.

In this episode, we go a little deeper and unpack the complexities of knowing you have privilege and what you can do with it to help others.

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Welcome to The Special Series!

We know, we know! You’ve gotten to know us before and we’re doing it again! Here’s the thing, we last did a ‘Delve Deeper On Us’ as our very first episode - a whole 4 years ago. A couple of things have changed since then - and we’d like to think we’ve grown a little too.

In this episode, we talk about our green flags, what would bring us knocking on each other’s door late at night; fun facts and tidbits for you to enjoy.

Let us know what surprised you, what tracks and what you thought we’d say in the comments!

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We have to celebrate all we are as black people and all we have to offer. In this episode we talk about the Beauty in our Blackness.

You know you're black when? What makes us so special? What do we love the most about being black?

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Earlier this year, we got to sit down with Zimbabwean-born artist, Kye and talk all things music and how spreading joy is at the core of her musical expression. We had a blast talking about her musical influences, going down nostalgic memory lane and speaking about representation matters.

Get into our interview with Kye and let us know your thoughts.

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About Kye
In the short time since KYE formally introduced herself to the world,she's already won over audiences with her celebratory, sun-soakedsound that effortlessly bridges pop and R&B, keeping joy and freedomat the forefront with shining rhythmic deliveries, championing herundeniable songwriting and vocal talents.Zimbabwean born, London raised, now Naarm/Melbourne based,KYE’s relationship with music blossomed as a young child growing upin the UK. In between vivid memories spent singing through sicknessand health, gospel songs, talent shows, girl bands and more, her voiceflourished with each deep embrace of her identity.Deeply informed by her experience as a young black womanexperiencing life through a predominately white societal lens, KYEfindsherself today confident, strong and humble, ready to share her mantraof embracing openness andfinding joy in it, with the world.

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Keep Up with Kye
Instagram: @getitkye
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Website: https://www.getitkye.com/

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Trailer: 'It's Layered Special'
We're coming in hot with the our special where we finally had the chance to sit down together - in studio - and crack the mics!

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Videography & Editing: Beth Watkins
Sound Mixing & Engineering: Phil Threlfall
Recorded at The Base Studios, Melbourne: www.thebase.com.au

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Perfectionism is defined as “refusal to accept any standard short of perfection.” In philosophy it is “a doctrine holding that perfection is attainable, especially the theory that human moral or spiritual perfection should be or has been attained.” | The Oxford Dictionary

In our season finale, we are unpacking the complexities of perfectionism, its origins, the role society plays as well as our own struggle with perfectionism.

Do you grapple with perfectionism? How do you manage it?

Our Season Finale Shoutout

To every one of you who has listened to our podcast, shared, submitted your comments and feedback - we truly appreciate your support throughout this milestone season. Thank you and keep the comments and reviews coming!

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