EMBARRASSING BOYFRIEND, CANCEL CULTURE & BIG SISTER ADVICE FT. LAURINDA NDENZAKO

This is a short, audio-only episode because your girl is tired — but I still have so much to say!In this wrap-up, I’m reflecting on what has been a huge year for Bittersweet, especially our full-circle collaboration with CANVA!!! — a dream brand collab and a reminder of how far this journey has come since 2019.I chat about:What this year has looked likeTravel highlights and what’s aheadWhat I’m already looking forward to in 2026My ins & outs of 2025I’m also heading to Ethiopia this week, so Bittersweet Podcast will be taking a short break for the next month. Thank ya'll so much for an amazing year, we’ll be back in February! 📲 FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bittersweet.podcast/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bittersweetpodcastWintana: https://www.instagram.com/win.tanaa/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I caught up with Winnie Manyang, a Melbourne-based model and creator. We got into everything — from her journey with content to the weird energy between Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo on their press tour.We also talked about the sudden urge for Aussie women (especially our Black girlies) in their late 20s to pack up and move overseas, whether we should start being a little mean to men, and why pulling up to someone’s house unannounced needs to end. We also dived into mother–daughter dynamics and the types of friends to look out for.This conversation went everywhere in the best way.FOLLOW THIS WEEK'S GUESTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/winnniy/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@winniym📲 FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bittersweet.podcast/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bittersweetpodcastWintana: https://www.instagram.com/win.tanaa/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we brought back our OG host Rahel to break down the racism claims raised by several Black creators at the TikTok Awards Australia.We dived into Niyell’s experience on the night, what happened to other creators, the ongoing issue of racism in Australia’s media space, and what being actually racist looks like in 2025. All this and more.Niyell's video sharing her experience: https://www.instagram.com/p/DRi-TfWExLG/📲 FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bittersweet.podcast/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bittersweetpodcastWintana: https://www.instagram.com/win.tanaa/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode with Kristine Acheyo, we dive into the recent Kat Clark controversy and how it sparked a shift in Kristine’s content creation journey — from finding her voice to setting boundaries online.We also get into how her best friend accidentally spoiled her engagement and the complicated conversation around posting your partner on social media — why some people do it, why some don’t, and what it actually says about your relationship.FOLLOW THIS WEEK'S GUESTKristine Achayo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristineachayoKristine Achayo Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kristyachayo📲 FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bittersweet.podcast/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bittersweetpodcastWintana: https://www.instagram.com/win.tanaa/https://mgln.ai/i/acast/01993e1bde377254805b1e34456d2dba/01993e1f9bde7f1eb264436d44638866?ip=(acast-ip)&ua=(acast-useragent)&show_id=(acast-channel-url)&episode_id=(acast-episode-url)&hardware_id=(acast-user-id)&ts=(acast-timestamp)&pos=(acast-ad-placement)&_=(acast-random) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we caught up with one of Australia’s favourite content creators, Isaac Atuer. He shared his journey into content creation and how he built his platform. We also got into his preference for having a stay-at-home wife, being a scenarioholic, and why he’ll never pillow-talk his boys’ business — even with his partner. All this & much more!FOLLOW THIS WEEK'S GUESTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/themilenab1/📲 FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bittersweet.podcast/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bittersweetpodcastWintana: https://www.instagram.com/win.tanaa/https://mgln.ai/i/acast/01993e1bde377254805b1e34456d2dba/01993e1f9bde7f1eb264436d44638866?ip=(acast-ip)&ua=(acast-useragent)&show_id=(acast-channel-url)&episode_id=(acast-episode-url)&hardware_id=(acast-user-id)&ts=(acast-timestamp)&pos=(acast-ad-placement)&_=(acast-random) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week’s episode features entrepreneur, stylist, designer, and big fashion girlie — Laurinda Ndenzako, co-founder of Collective Closets.We get into everything — from the viral Vogue article “Is Having a Boyfriend Embarrassing?”, to the Huda Mustafa controversy, cancel culture, and Laurinda’s honest advice for women in their 20s and 30s from the perspective of someone in her 40s.FOLLOW THIS WEEK'S GUESTCollective Closets Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collectiveclosets/ Laurinda: https://www.instagram.com/aunty.ri.ri/📲 FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bittersweet.podcast/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bittersweetpodcastWintana: https://www.instagram.com/win.tanaa/Article: https://www.vogue.com/article/is-having-a-boyfriend-embarrassing-now Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week’s episode is with one of our favourite seasoned guests, Ruta — talking open relationships, whether it’s really possible to love one person at a time, and if there’s such a thing as a harmless pick-me 👀 Plus, we’re confessing the craziest pick-me things we’ve ever done 😭This episode is sponsored by FEELD, the dating app for the curious.Explore and download FEELD using the link below.https://feeld.onelink.me/TRZt/bittersweet📲 FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bittersweet.podcast/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bittersweetpodcastWintana: https://www.instagram.com/win.tanaa/https://mgln.ai/i/acast/01993e1bde377254805b1e34456d2dba/01993e1f9bde7f1eb264436d44638866?ip=(acast-ip)&ua=(acast-useragent)&show_id=(acast-channel-url)&episode_id=(acast-episode-url)&hardware_id=(acast-user-id)&ts=(acast-timestamp)&pos=(acast-ad-placement)&_=(acast-random) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week’s episode is with another fave seasoned guest, Milena! We’re diving into the world of kinks — why people feel shame around them, how to embrace them, and what they say about us. We also unpack the viral Keke Jones (aka the cruise ship lady) saga and share our thoughts on manipulating men, self-worth, and knowing your power.We also dive into the three-month rule and why gossiping men are the biggest ick!This episode is sponsored by FEELD, the dating app for the curious.Explore and download FEELD using the link below.https://feeld.onelink.me/TRZt/bittersweetFOLLOW THIS WEEK'S GUESTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/themilenab1/📲 FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bittersweet.podcast/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bittersweetpodcastWintana: https://www.instagram.com/win.tanaa/https://mgln.ai/i/acast/01993e1bde377254805b1e34456d2dba/01993e1f9bde7f1eb264436d44638866?ip=(acast-ip)&ua=(acast-useragent)&show_id=(acast-channel-url)&episode_id=(acast-episode-url)&hardware_id=(acast-user-id)&ts=(acast-timestamp)&pos=(acast-ad-placement)&_=(acast-random) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, I’m joined by the content creator and fitness coach Maxi Ducer! We chat about her long-distance love story, push presents, becoming a mum early, navigating postpartum depression, and building an authentic online community by keeping it real. We also dive into her fitness and self-love journey, how motherhood reshaped her mindset, and why she’s now empowering women as a fitness coach.This episode is sponsored by FEELD, the dating app for the curious.Explore and download FEELD using the link below.https://feeld.onelink.me/TRZt/bittersweetFOLLOW THIS WEEK'S GUESTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/maxiducer/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@maxiducer?lang=en📲 FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bittersweet.podcast/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bittersweetpodcastWintana: https://www.instagram.com/win.tanaa/https://mgln.ai/i/acast/01993e1bde377254805b1e34456d2dba/01993e1f9bde7f1eb264436d44638866?ip=(acast-ip)&ua=(acast-useragent)&show_id=(acast-channel-url)&episode_id=(acast-episode-url)&hardware_id=(acast-user-id)&ts=(acast-timestamp)&pos=(acast-ad-placement)&_=(acast-random) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Bittersweet, we’re joined by Jazzy Fizzle — Australian based Indonesian freelance model, MC, content creator, fashion designer and founder of Segara the Label. Known for her work with Complex, Adidas, and other major brands, Jazzy gets real about her journey in the content and creative space, balancing multiple creative passions, and the importance of stability while chasing your dreams.We also dive into the three-month rule and why gossiping men are the biggest ick!This episode is sponsored by FEELD, the dating app for the curious.Explore and download FEELD using the link below.https://feeld.onelink.me/TRZt/bittersweetFOLLOW THIS WEEK'S GUESTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jassyyfizzle/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jassyyfizzle📲 FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bittersweet.podcast/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bittersweetpodcastWintana: https://www.instagram.com/win.tanaa/https://mgln.ai/i/acast/01993e1bde377254805b1e34456d2dba/01993e1f9bde7f1eb264436d44638866?ip=(acast-ip)&ua=(acast-useragent)&show_id=(acast-channel-url)&episode_id=(acast-episode-url)&hardware_id=(acast-user-id)&ts=(acast-timestamp)&pos=(acast-ad-placement)&_=(acast-random) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.