Black Gals Livin'
by Black Gals Livin'
Two girls from London and Essex chatting about pop culture, mental health, 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://www.tiktok.com/@vicsanusi + Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vicsanusi/ Jas' socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/jas_bw + Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jas_bw/
Episodes
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351. There Will Be Signs
We’re back! First off, so sorry about Vic’s mic again - we really thought we fixed it! 😩 In Episode 351, we dive into the latest Big Brother drama and unpack the complex dynamics of being a Black woman in the BB house. Plus, we share what we would do if (when) we become millionaires! Let us know...
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350. BGL Horror stories
Happy Monday guys! On this week's ep Jas and Vic go head to head with their own horror stories. Let us know which one you found scariest! We also get into a discussion about Love is Blind UK - is love blind after all? And with do we think Jack was doing when he went missing?! Feel free to DM or...
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349. “I need a film so scary that I won’t be able to sleep afterwards”
Sorry about Vic’s mic! She has ordered another mic, sigh! Jas wants scary films to be scary again, so we go through some of the horrors and thrillers we’ve seen. Let us know your recommendations! We also discuss how much we’d need to be paid to go on a reality TV show 👀 Plus, Jas talks about her...
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348. Do we hate black entrepreneurs?
Happy Monday loves, On this week's episode we talk a bit about our thoughts on the new Spiderman movie, The Only Way Is Essex and the day party discourse on whether £70 for a day party is worth it? Would you spend £70 on a day party? Let us know what you’d like us to chat about next week! Feel…
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347. ‘Four days in the office is not a hybrid job’
Hey huns! 💖 This week we're talking about the trending debate on X after a man turned down a £15,000 pay rise because the new role required him to be in the office four days a week. https://x.com/6illy___/status/2085363838640087078 We're also discussing Jas balancing the cost of her daughter's...
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346. Maybe we need to be begging it?
Happy Monday loves, This week's episode we talk about why people can actually thrive in the US and it might even be because in the UK we are scared to be "begs"? We discuss parasocial relationships, our fave villains and of course, Love Island UK We're eager to start answering some of your…
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345. We’re finally back!!
Hey huns! <3 We’re back! Sorry we’ve been away, but we’re so happy to be back : ) This week we’re catching you up on everything we’ve been up to during our little break! Sorry about Vic’s audio quality! 😭 Her mic decided to break right before we started recording, so thank you for bearing with…
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344. "Be in the present" featuring Lizzie Rose
Hey huns! Welcome back to another episode! We’re so excited to kick off the year with our first guest episode, and it had to be family. You’ve definitely heard us mention her before! It’s Jasmine’s bestie, Lizzie! In this episode, Lizzie talks us through her journey to becoming a therapist, what...
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343. Wahl Hair Dryer used to be the truth!
Hey angels, So sorry this was a short ep lads, vic is a bit worn out this week. This week we get into Vic’s lip eczema journey, why Black Friday isn’t Black Fridaying anymore, and the drama of clearing out old clothes. Jas gives the real talk on knowing when to let them GO. Let us know what you...
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342. The Danish Deception episode
Happy Monday! This week we discuss a topic that was highly requested by our listeners, so we unpack the Danish Deception, a story time that went viral on Tik Tok for perhaps all the wrong reasons... We discuss our thoughts and where we think she went wrong. Please share your thoughts with us…
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341. The Traitors is giving The Real Housewives of Atlanta
Hey angels, On this ep, we talk about FOOD! daydreaming about all the amazing food America has to offer. We also talk about the Burna Boy incident and why The Traitors UK is giving The Real Housewives of Atlanta. We also answer two dilemmas! Let us know what you think! Use VICJASCB for 10% off at...
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340. BGL is 7 years old!!
Happy Monday loves! Can you believe Black Gals Livin' is 7 years old?! We really can't - time has literally flown by! Thank you so much from the bottom of our hearts for all the support over the years!! On this week's episode we bring back Black Excellence for the culture. We also discuss make up...
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339. Is having a BF embarrassing? Let’s talk!
Hey angels, On this ep we talk about Kayla Nicole responoding to Taylor Swift so elganly, Huda Mustafa laughing at a slur towards her friend Olandria and women being exposed for asking men for money during the dating stage. Also black women let us know what think of the Vogue article:...
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338. When black women are the villain :(
Happy Monday!! So sorry, Jas is a bit out of it. But on this week's episode we talk about how awkward it is when black women are the villain on tv! We answered some dilemmas on how to make your workplace more inclusive and how to navigate helping your family with money worries. Let us know what…
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337. “The barbz are an oppressed class”
Hey angels, So sorry for the lack of eps, Vic had COVID. We are so happy to be back!! On this ep, we recap on Big Brother UK and Married at First Sight UK. Jas also talks about a Netflix show called Perfect Neighbour - there’s a spoiler around 35 minutes. And we also speak about how strange stan...
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336. Imagine your mum being your biggest op
Hey angels, We chatted about Netflix’s latest doc Unknown Number: The High School Catfish (spoilers). We wrap this up after 15.30. We answered some dilemmas on multface dating and more. Let us know what you think! Use VICJASCB for 10% off at https://www.currentbody.com/...
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335. Whitney v Lochan & hating black women in 2025
Hey loves, On this week's episode we talk about the sad return of Back Chat LDN in 2025 and the hatred we saw spewed in the preview clips. We also discussed the Whitney v Lochan situation and what our theories are Vic also gives a brief wedding update! Let us know what you think! Use VICJASCB for...
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334. “Food reviewers are overhyping everything” & Love Island USA recap
Hey angels, Jas gives us a review of some of the trending food joints, and we discuss if food reviews on TikTok are overhyped. We also did a deep dive on Love Island USA <3 Let us know what you think! Use VICJASCB for 10% off at https://www.currentbody.com/...
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333. "I can't prove it, but my friends think I'm ugly"
Happy Monday loves! On today's episode Vic mentions a funny video she saw by Rita B about wondering if her friends thought she was ugly We also discuss couples content and a certain husband telling the world about his wife's breath :( We then get in our adult bag and discuss some investing tips…
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332. “If you’re not prepared for things to go left, stay right”
Hey huns, we talked about housing and investing, we did a lil deep dive into Love Is Blind UK SZ2, but we will go deeper next week when Jas has caught up. We also answered some dilemmas on friendships and outside opinions! Feel free to DM or tweet us your thoughts xxxxx...
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331. Holding space :)
Happy Monday! On this week's episode we finally discuss the Coldplay cheating scandal and the mechanics of holding space. (Seriously what does it really mean guys?!) We also answer a couple of dilemmas Feel free to DM or tweet us your thoughts xxxxx...
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330. “The Worst Love Islander Ever”
So sorry for the lack of eps - vic wasn’t feeling well, we miss you guys! <3 This week, we discuss the Whitney and Lochan scandal, Jas talks to us about wearing a Gele and Nigerian native for the first time, and we recap Wireless 2025. Jas also deep-dives into Love Island UK! The books vic are...
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329. "Coach bags clear Birkins any day!"
Happy Monday lovelies! This week's ep was really just a talkative one. We discuss it all from beefing Councils with AI, what we'd do if we became rich and Cynthia Erivo & the Thong Song by Sisqo! Feel free to DM or tweet us your thoughts xxxxx Use VICJASCB for 10% off at...
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BGL x Love Island USA: Huda v the other Islanders
Hey loves, We're back with another Love Island US episode and on this week's episode we discuss the heart rate challenge and whether we think Huda did too much. A lot of hypocrisy going on around the Villa, don't you think? Hmmm Let us know who you think will win? Use VICJASCB for 10% off at...
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328. “Come with me to try agbo jedi”
Hey huns! Welcome back to another episode. Vic explains what abgo jedi jedi is, and Jas shares her experience being on antidepressants for six weeks. We go through a lot of dilemmas too :) Feel free to DM or tweet us your thoughts xxxxx Use VICJASCB for 10% off at https://www.currentbody.com/...
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BGL x Love Island USA: Y’all won!
Hey angels, I know you lot are happy LOL!! We listened to all of you who told us to watch Love Island USA and IT’S TOOO good - thank you for messaging us <3 In this ep, we give our opinions on the entire cast! Let us know who you like or who is giving fake? Use VICJASCB for 10% off at...
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327. The British Dream
Happy Monday huns! This week we discuss a lot from KWN's new album, the lack of music videos and trying to release British negativity from our mindsets. We also answer a few of your dilemmas! Feel free to DM or tweet us your thoughts xxxxx...
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326. “I’m too strict for this world!”
Hey huns! Welcome back to another episode. This week, we chat about what we are watching on Netflix, what you’d do if your flatmate ate your food and generational curses created by family members. We also answer a few of your dilemmas! Feel free to DM or tweet us your thoughts xxxxx...
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325. Google everything, please!!
Happy Monday guys! On this week's episode we discuss it all from DDG and Halle Bailey, social media influencing about buying houses and putting wigs in the freezer and we implore you to Google everything!! We also answer one of your dilemmas! DM or tweet us your thoughts!...
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324. Are we too odd for Labubu?
Hey huns! This week we talk about Labubu! We question if we're too old for it and what actual IS IT? We also chat about Rhode beauty being sold for $1B and Vic updates us on her edges with Cécred Restoring Hair & Edge Drops. DM or tweet us your thoughts!...
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323. Odd Muse drama, ie, is everyone okay?
Happy Monday loves! We are back, so sorry for the short break! On this week's episode we talk briefly about mental health, Molly Mae's recent documentary episode, Forever on Netflix and the Odd Muse drama. Feel free to DM or tweet us your thoughts xxxxx...
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322. "I wish people would mind their business"
Hey huns! Welcome back to another episode. TW: Mention of physical abuse at 37min. This week, we recap Netflix's You! Spoilers from 0.30 - 9:53. Vic rates Cécred product line and shares if the Restoring Hair & Edge Drops are worth it! Jas talks about dealing with PMS and PMDD. We also answer one…
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321. Black Mirror, Sinners & difficulties finding black friends
Happy Monday! On this week's episode we discuss how disappointed we were in Issa Rae's episode of Black Mirror. Did you watch it? What are your thoughts? ***Black Mirror Spoilers finish at 22.33 mins*** We also discuss the recent topic about how difficulty it can be making black friends and…
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320. "Am I Christian enough?"
Hey huns! Welcome back to another episode. This week, we chat about Adolescence being played at secondary schools, not feeling Christian enough and vic finally watches Pop the balloon!! We also answer a few of your dilemmas! Feel free to DM or tweet us your thoughts xxxxx...
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319. The "likeable" black woman, when leave outs go wrong & Kidfluencers
Hey loves! Sorry for our absence but we hope we made up for it with a super long episode? This week we talk about what happens when you have a bad hair day publicly as a black woman. We also discuss Usher and his cherries, family bloggers and the Netflix show 'Con Mum' - SPOILER ALERT - segment...
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318. "Did you know that ChatGPT uses water?"
Hey huns! Welcome back to another episode. This week, we chat about the use of ChatGPT on a daily basis, Jonathan Majors comeback :/ and Sabrina Carpenter's O2 concert. TW: Jonathan Majors incident from 23min to 36 min. Feel free to DM or tweet us your thoughts xxxxx...
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317. I supported you!! (RE women only gyms)
Happy Monday loves! On this week's ep we discuss the mess that has been the launch of the women's only gym that turned transphobic :( We also discuss social anxiety and shows we're watching at the moment Feel free to DM or tweet us your thoughts xxxxx...
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316. Hairstylists see us as the ops
Hey huns! Welcome back to another episode. This week, we chat about the infamous Mulan Hair, Vic’s crazy experience with pelvic floor exercises and PLT’s rebrand. PS. We chat about Paradise around 58 min – we give a vebral warning too. We also answer one of your dilemmas! Feel free to DM or tweet...
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315. Your mental health vs everyone else's
Happy Monday loves! This week is a tad controversial but we talk about how often we may forget other's mental health when discussing our own. What do you think? We also talk about the Brits and Central Cee being one of the UK's biggest rap artists You can send dilemmas by using this link:...
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314. A Jacket Potato With Tuna And Beans
Happy Monday loves! On this week's ep we chat about Keith Lee’s British food reviews, Jas gives us an update on DJ-ing and Mr Beast’s interview on The Diary Of A CEO. You can send dilemmas by using this link: https://bit.ly/3FzyTGG (If you'd like to listen to our episodes ad-free, please join our...
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313. Why do Americans hate us?
Happy Monday loves! On this week's ep we discuss it all: The Grammys, why we're not watching Love Island All Stars, Black Brits v Black Americans and time blindness. You can send dilemmas by using this link: https://bit.ly/3FzyTGG (If you'd like to listen to our episodes ad-free, please join our...
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312. "Beyonce, this ain't Texas!"
Hey huns, as promised Jas tells us all about Tropical Sun – here is the Vice article: https://www.vice.com/en/article/tropical-sun-boycott-caribbean/ We also chatted about Beyonce's new tour, Nepo Babies complaining, and Mr Beast's games. You can send dilemmas by using this link:...
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311. The Americans are cussing our food again :(
Happy Monday! This week we talk about the bad British vibes with Krept and Konan's new business venture! We also talk about how some business owners talk to people like rubbish and they have it :( Let us know your thoughts :)...
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BGL x The Traitors: "It's really just a game!" ft Ash Bibi
Happy Sunday! Join us for a run down of The Traitors finale with the wonderful Ash Bibi from Season 2. We discuss how it is being a Traitor in there and how she felt being ousted by her fellow Traitors so soon and much more! Also, how do you feel about the winners? Are you happy with the ending?...
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310. Molly Mae & Tommy are deffo getting back together
Happy Monday Hunnies xxx! On this week's ep, we talk about TikTok being banned in the USA, Brits leaving for Dubai and Australia and Molly Mae’s Amazon Doc. We also solve a dilemma about dropping out of uni. Let us know your thoughts :)...
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BGL x The Traitors: Paul has more decorum than Charlotte
Hey lads! We recap that ep 7 to 9 of The Traitors. From Linda’s iconic “get over it” to Charlotte planning to do in Minah :( - do you guys think Minah can still win? Let us know your thoughts :)...
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309. Now why's that girl pretending not to know who Meg Thee Stallion is?
Happy Monday! On this week's ep we talk about how some non-black women are surprised when black men like black women :/ . Did anyone else see that podcast of that woman pretending not to know who Meg was? Let us know your thoughts :)...
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BGL x The Traitors: Why is the cast so unlikeable this year?
Happy BGL x Traitors day! On this ep we talk about how iconic Linda is. Seriously, how and why is her acting so bad? LOOOL We also talk about how the group turned on Freddie for mentioning the word "clique" - why are the cast so unlikeable this year? Let us know your thoughts :)...
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The Traitors x BGL: Why is she pretending to be Welsh!!!!
HAPPY NEW YEAR HUNS! We are so excited that The Traitor’s is back! During this ep, we share what we think about the cast and how the traitors are doing. Let us know your thoughts :) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- You...
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308. Our New Year's resolutions
HAPPY NEW YEAR HUNS! So sorry we missed last week’s upload - hoping you had a LOVELY Christmas <3 This week, we share our New Year's resolutions. Jas shares how she won The Traitor’s at work, and we also talk about how bad A&E has gotten. Let us know your thoughts :)...
About this show
Two girls from London and Essex chatting about pop culture, mental health, and random shenanigans.
Hosted by Vic and Jas.
Holla at us using the hashtag #blackgalslivin
Follow us on Twitter, Insta & TikTok
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