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The Buddy Podcast

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Hosted by Nkully Luphindo and Lungisa Mthembu (formerly known as Jigen), ‘The Buddy Podcast’ covers all things relevant to you and the next average Joe. We have the occasional guest appearance from friends. We discuss all things entertainment, personal, political, and everything in between. This is a podcast from two buddies (us) to you (the budding listener). YouTube channel coming soon!

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Episodes

  1. The Buddy Podcast, S02 E04: Smashing on the First Date

    Hello, hi! Welcome to a very intense episode of ‘The Buddy Podcast’. In this week’s episode, we tackle the very “uncomfortable” topic of smashing on the first date. Are you for it? Are you against it? Would you do it if the opportunity presents itself? Our studio guests (Bambii and Tshepo...

  2. The Buddy Podcast, S02 E03: Mistaking Shared Trauma for Compatibility

    Hey, Buds! Welcome to an emotionally-inspired episode of ‘The Buddy Podcast’. On this episode, we discuss the topic of mistaking shared trauma for compatibility and how it has become basis for why many people form relationships with one another. We share personal stories on the subject as well as...

  3. The Buddy Podcast, S02 E02: Gender Stereotypes

    Hello and welcome to episode 02 of ‘The Buddy Podcast’. On this episode, we discuss the misconceptions about gender stereotypes and how they coincide with modern day relationships as well as Valentine’s day (since this week is the week of love). We also begin our ‘Hero of the Week’ segment on…

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  4. The Buddy Podcast, S02 E01: The Year That Was 2019

    Welcome to season 02 of ‘The Buddy Podcast’. We know it’s a bit late to say this, but we’ll say it nonetheless: HAPPY NEW YEAR! We trust that you had a fabulous time transitioning not only into a new year but a new decade as well. Speaking of transitions: on this episode, we recap on the year…

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  5. The Buddy Podcast, S01 E09: A Breakdown of the Cheat Pass (The Visa) [Season Finale]

    Hey, Buds! The festive season came and went, and with that, there is the desire by people to be promiscuous. With that being said, we at ‘The Buddy Podcast’ took it upon ourselves to discuss the drama around “the green card” (or as we would like to call it: the Visa) and whether it is okay to…

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  6. The Buddy Podcast, S01 E08: The Hysteria Behind the Removal of Instagram Likes

    Hey, Buds! So we’re sure by now you’ve heard the big hoopla surrounding the decision by Instagram to remove our likes from other people’s feeds, right? We’re sure you must be asking what that is all about and why you should care. In this episode, we discuss just that. Why is it a big deal? Is the...

  7. The Buddy Podcast, S01 E07: Exam Fever & Fondest Childhood Memories

    Hello, Buds! Welcome to yet another episode of ‘The Buddy Podcast’. In the previous episode, we asked you (the listener) to let us know what topics you would like us to discuss next, and the majority wanted us to discuss the issue of exam fever as well as our fondest childhood memories. We may…

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  8. The Buddy Podcast, S01 E06: Shooting Your Shot & The Perfect Wingman

    Hello, fellow buddy! It’s been one heck of a ride, honestly. We’re already on episode 06 and it feels like it’s been forever. With that being said: on this episode, we discuss the ability to perfect the skill of successfully shooting your shot, be it in the relationship sense, professional sense...

  9. The Buddy Podcast, S01 E05: Body Count & The First Date

    Hello! Welcome to another edition (episode 05) of ‘The Buddy Podcast’. On this episode, we discuss the one thing that makes singletons the most uncomfortable: the dreaded body count. We debate on whether it’s advisable to reveal your body count to your significant other (or a potential…

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  10. The Buddy Podcast, S01 E03: WhatsApp Stokvel & Vat-en-Sit

    Hello, hello, hello! Welcome to episode 03 of ‘The Buddy Podcast’. On this week’s show, we discuss the sudden popularity of the WhatsApp stokvel as well as try to find the answer to the burning question: is it another pyramid scheme? Also, we tackle the issue of cohabiting together without being...

  11. The Buddy Podcast, S01 E02: Ghosting & Black Tax

    Welcome to episode two of ‘The Buddy Podcast’ with Nkully and Jigen. This week, we are joined by Jigen’s cousin Bulelwa as we discuss the issue of ghosting, be it in friendships, relationships or otherwise. Also, we delve deeper into the uncomfortable debate around black tax.

  12. The Buddy Podcast, S01 E01: Return of the Ex, Friends Who Want More & The New Grade 9 Syllabus

    Nkully Luphindo and Lungisa “Jigen” Mthembu are proud to present the premiere episode of ‘The Buddy Podcast’. On this episode, we discuss the pros and cons of a returning ex, friends who want more than what you’re willing to offer them (situationships and all that other nonsense), as well as the...

  13. The Buddy Podcast Season 02 Trailer

    Every episode begins with this opening trailer of the show. It’s fun, it’s entertaining, it’s catchy, it’s... well, we can think of all the superlatives we can to describe the trailer, but beauty (which is your ear’s ability to tell if you enjoy something or not in this case) really is in the eye...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Hosted by Nkully Luphindo and Lungisa Mthembu (formerly known as Jigen), ‘The Buddy Podcast’ covers all things relevant to you and the next average Joe. We have the occasional guest appearance from friends. We discuss all things entertainment, personal, political, and everything in between. This is a podcast from two buddies (us) to you (the budding listener). YouTube channel coming soon!

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The Buddy Podcast currently has 13 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.

What is The Buddy Podcast about?

Hosted by Nkully Luphindo and Lungisa Mthembu (formerly known as Jigen), ‘The Buddy Podcast’ covers all things relevant to you and the next average Joe. We have the occasional guest appearance from friends. We discuss all things entertainment, personal, political, and everything in between. This is...

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