https://solidgold.co.za Unpacking our African identities. "I am not African because I was born in Africa, but because Africa was born in me." Kwame Nkrumah Zazi is a podcast where co-hosts Christine, Patricia and Spha unpack the broad concept of being 'African' through stories, experiences, anecdotes, in-depth discussions and everything in between. Join us twice a month for a fearless voyage into ourselves, with topics that uplift and celebrate our diversity. Get in touch with us on our socials. Society & Culture en Fri, 07 Jul 2023 13:40:10 +0200 Fri, 22 Dec 2023 13:56:20 +0200 30 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss iono.fm 2.5.2.0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard no Yearly feeds@iono.fm (Feed Manager) https://cdn.iono.fm/files/p1036/logo_8198_20250908_210644_1400.jpeg https://solidgold.co.za Unpacking our African identities. Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard episodic Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard info@solidgold.co.za false ZA https://iono.fm/e/1391999 https://iono.fm/e/1391999 Follow Zazi on Instagram · Zazi on Facebook]]> Society & Culture Fri, 22 Dec 2023 14:05:00 +0200 0 0 Detty December: "21 Nights in Accra" 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 51:55 Zazi https://iono.fm/e/1391998 https://iono.fm/e/1391998
In this episode, Christine and Patricia discuss the complexities and challenges of motherhood, societal expectations placed on women to become mothers, generational differences in parenting approaches, the importance of support systems and 'villages' for raising children, evolving family dynamics and non-traditional approaches to childrearing across cultures, and the patriarchal notions of the 'ideal woman'.
Also featured in this episode, a couple of women share what they have learned from motherhood, or from simply being an ‘African woman.’ Follow Zazi on Instagram · Zazi on Facebook]]> Society & Culture Fri, 22 Dec 2023 14:00:00 +0200 0 0 Uzazi (Motherhood) 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 59:19 Zazi https://iono.fm/e/1374010 https://iono.fm/e/1374010
Sipping some tea under the Morula Tree, scratching the surface of topical events like Tupac, Burna Boy, Beyonce and Blue Ivy, plus some self-care guidance from guest Tuduetso Tebape of Nubian Seed. Nubian Seed, and African Apothecary. Natural and organic products from the African soil for skin and hair · Join the Zazi community for additional information to support our podcast conversations · Follow Zazi on Instagram · Zazi on Facebook]]> Society & Culture Thu, 26 Oct 2023 11:00:00 +0200 0 0 "Under the Morula Tree" 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 54:44 Zazi https://iono.fm/e/1374005 https://iono.fm/e/1374005
Taking steps towards embracing our Mother Tongues with Gomolemo Monye from SP Language Academy. Clarifying the where, how, and why of learning our African languages.

Music credits: Sibusile Xaba - Abakhohlwanga // Ngiwu Shwabada (2020)

Opening lyric translation from isiZulu to English:
Abakhohlwanga. Abazikhohlwanga. Abanikhohlwanga.
They did not forget. They did not forget themselves. They have not forgotten you. SP Language Academy is your ally in learning African Languages, young or old · Curated playlist: a musical exhibition of the myriad of indigenous languages spoken across our beloved African continent · Follow the charismatic guitar savant Sibusile Xaba for new music, performances, and tour dates · Follow Zazi on Instagram · Zazi on Facebook]]> Society & Culture Thu, 26 Oct 2023 10:30:00 +0200 0 0 Lugah Zetu (Our Languages) 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 1:00:05 Zazi https://iono.fm/e/1361692 https://iono.fm/e/1361692
Drink from the well of fearless vlogger Popi Sibiya as she chronicles her explorations up the West Coast of Africa with Zazi. Road trippin' from the Capital of South Africa, with Ghana as her ultimate destination, listeners get to experience Namibia all the way to Cameroon, thanks to a vivid conversation that brings you along for the voyage. Follow her on Instagram or TikTok to trek beside her to the "Land of Gold" @Popi_Sibiya Popi Sibiya's Instagram profile · Follow Zazi on Instagram · Zazi on Facebook]]> Society & Culture Wed, 20 Sep 2023 06:15:00 +0200 0 0 Road Trippin' 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 46:09 Zazi https://iono.fm/e/1361690 https://iono.fm/e/1361690
Spring is the season of Na Enjoyment in the southern hemisphere and the hosts of Zazi are dishing out where on the continent you can get your fix of the fun over this season and beyond. The 5th Mitambo International Theatre Festival, 28 - 30 September 2023 · 2023 ACCESS happening in Dar Es Salaam, 09 - 11 November 2023 · The Marafiki Festival takes place 05 - 08 October 2023 in Dar Es Salaam · Zakes Bantwini presents · Follow Zazi on Instagram · Zazi on Facebook]]> Society & Culture Wed, 20 Sep 2023 06:00:00 +0200 0 0 Hello Spring! 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 32:06 Zazi https://iono.fm/e/1329448 https://iono.fm/e/1329448
In acknowledgement of World Music Day (June 21), the hosts dive more into their shared passion - music. Covering an assortment of perspectives from earliest music memories, melodies vs lyrics, anthems, rumba music, and international idols Tupac and Beyonce.

Get in touch with us on our socials. Follow Zazi on Instagram · Zazi on Facebook]]> Society & Culture Sun, 09 Jul 2023 12:15:00 +0200 0 0 C'est la Fête de la Musique! 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 56:14 Zazi https://iono.fm/e/1329447 https://iono.fm/e/1329447
To commemorate DR Congo's Independence Day, Patricia guides listeners through Congo, unpacking its history, Patrice Lumumba, the notable Mobutu, the "Rumble in the Jungle" and more. Watch Patrice Lumumba's Independence speech (with English subtitles) · Listen to our Spotify playlist · Follow Zazi on Instagram · Zazi on Facebook]]> Society & Culture Sun, 09 Jul 2023 12:10:00 +0200 0 0 Let's go to Congo! 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 52:22 Zazi https://iono.fm/e/1329446 https://iono.fm/e/1329446
Recorded during Africa month, Christine and Patricia discuss the meaning of Africa Day, the perceived role of the African Union, and what being African means to them.

They also discuss African artists and share music recommendations.

Follow us on Instagram for more information: @Zazi_thepodcast Follow Zazi on Instagram · Zazi on Facebook]]> Society & Culture Sun, 09 Jul 2023 12:05:00 +0200 0 0 I am an African?! 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 34:30 Zazi https://iono.fm/e/1329442 https://iono.fm/e/1329442
They discuss the meaning of "Zazi", how the podcast idea came about, the type of content and topics you can expect, and a little bit more about themselves. Follow Zazi on Instagram · Zazi on Facebook]]> Society & Culture Sun, 09 Jul 2023 12:00:00 +0200 0 0 Welcome to Zazi! 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 23:45 Zazi