About this episode

This episode explores the dynamics of friendships, including performative and influencer relationships, while also covering pop culture topics.

From navigating whether female friendships are performative to unpacking influencer friendships and whether they are transactional, this episode explores friendships as the main conversation. Our Sip Happens segment is back again in partnership with L’Orange by Brutal Fruit, alongside our pop culture rewind covering everything from Top Billing auditions, Drake’s latest album, and the viral Kevin Hart roast. This episode is proudly sponsored by L’Orange by Brutal Fruit. Not for persons under the age of 18. Enjoy responsibly.

People in this episode

Hosts: Zama Marubelela, Landiwe Gama

Topics covered

• friendship
• influencer culture
• performative relationships
• pop culture
• music
• celebrity

Keywords

• friendship
• influencer
• performative
• pop culture
• Drake
• Kevin Hart
• Top Billing

Sponsors

L’Orange by Brutal Fruit

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Top Billing

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