Best Brown Girls Do It Podcasts (2024)

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Beauty Standards with Ramzan Miah 26:07

33m ago26:07

26:07

Poppy is joined by actor and model Ramzan Miah to talk about beauty standards - are they too high, are brown boys seen as attractive and are there enough brown heartthrobs on screen. Ramzan believes times are changing and gives us a new version of tall, dark and handsome. Have a message for Poppy? If you’re over 16, you can message the BGDIT team v…

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Mummy's Boys with Wajeeh West 36:55

5d ago36:55

36:55

Poppy is joined by content creator and podcaster Wajeeh West to talk all about mummy's boys - do they still exist, what defines a mummy's boy and who is responsible for creating them. It's a fiery one! Have a message for Poppy? If you’re over 16, you can message the BGDIT team via WhatsApp for free on 07968100822. Or email us at browngirlsdoittoo@b…

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What Men Want with Asim Chaudhry 40:31

7d ago40:31

40:31

What is Big Boy Energy? Poppy is about to find out and is joined by comedian and actor Asim Chaudhry, famously known for his role as Chabuddy G in People Just Do Nothing. They talk about first loves in the playground, the concept of marriage, brown boys and whether men cheat more than women. Have a message for Poppy? If you’re over 16, you can mess…

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Big Boy Energy 1:35

8d ago1:35

1:35

Since the beginning of time, women have been treated as the more mysterious sex but can anyone really claim to understand the hearts, minds and other parts of men? Poppy Jay is on a mission to delve deep into the minds of what men want, what they really think and finally get some answers. What Big Boy Energy? We're about to find out! Have a message…

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Does Your Mother Know? 40:18

2M ago40:18

40:18

In Rubina's last episode before maternity leave, she and Poppy celebrate their mothers. What do they wish they could tell them? How have they shaped them as women? And what sort of mother will Rubina be to her grown up children? Have a message for Poppy and Rubina? If you’re over 16, you can message the BGDIT team via WhatsApp for free on 079681008…

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Sex or Racism: What's More Awkward to Talk About? 34:57

3M ago34:57

34:57

No awkward topic is ever off-limits on Brown Girls Do It Too so in this episode Poppy and Rubina get into a conversation about racism. They discuss what being British means to them, dealing with heightened racial tensions and how much has changed since their parents came to this country in the 1970's. Have a message for Poppy and Rubina? If you’re …

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Mysterious Girls with Ayamé 43:28

3M ago43:28

43:28

Poppy and Rubina are joined by content creator Ayamé to talk feminine allure, how some women have mastered the art of being mysterious and why do some people find the chase to be so thrilling? They also talk about the opposite of being a 'trad wife'! Have a message for Poppy and Rubina? If you’re over 16, you can message the BGDIT team via WhatsApp…

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Female Rage 37:09

3M ago37:09

37:09

Poppy & Rubina on anger, angry sex, female rage, male rage, brown girl rage- a lot of rage, basically. Is anger always a bad thing? How do we express it in a healthy/constructive way? Have a message for Poppy and Rubina? If you’re over 16, you can message the BGDIT team via WhatsApp for free on 07968100822. Or email us at browngirlsdoittoo@bbc.co.u…

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Are You A Parking Ticket? 31:58

3M ago31:58

31:58

Flirting: how does one get it right? And what happens when it goes wrong? Munveer Jabbal has learnt a thing or two about flirting this summer, mostly AFTER leaving the Love Island Villa. Is he any better at it than Poppy and Rubina though? Have a message for Poppy and Rubina or a new online trend that you want them to try? If you’re over 16, you ca…

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Rawdogging 31:58

4M ago31:58

31:58

Poppy and Rubina dissect the latest online trend - rawdogging! What does it mean, why are so many men attempting it and could they do it? Have a message for Poppy and Rubina or a new online trend that you want them to try? If you’re over 16, you can message the BGDIT team via WhatsApp for free on 07968100822. Or email us at browngirlsdoittoo@bbc.co…

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Lonely (So Lonely) 40:27

3M ago40:27

40:27

What's the difference between loneliness and being alone? When is it good to be lonely? And what happens when Poppy and Rubina are left alone with their own thoughts? If you ever feel lonely, BGDIT is always here for you. If you’re over 16, you can message the BGDIT team via WhatsApp for free on 07968100822. Or email us at browngirlsdoittoo@bbc.co.…

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Is Taha Shah a Bad Boy? 43:44

4M ago43:44

43:44

Is chivalry still important or is it an out-of-date concept? Does Taha see himself as a bad boy? What exactly is a naked cuddle? Bollywood actor Taha Shah Badussha who starred in the hit Netflix show Heeramandi joins Poppy and Rubina to talk about dating as a 'realistic romantic', how chivalry is important in all relationships and what Taha's love …

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Love You Longtime... (Or Not?) 39:34

5M ago39:34

39:34

What goes into happy and successful long term relationships? Does being a realist take away from romance or is it a protection method?Is it ever too late to leave a relationship? Poppy and Rubina talk about the long-term relationships they've been in over the years and how they've shaped them as women today. Have a message for Poppy and Rubina? If …

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B****, I'm a Mother (Of Sorts) 36:31

6M ago36:31

36:31

How do you know what's right for you: to become a parent or to take the road less travelled? Is one choice more fulfilling than the other? And why do any of us have to justify our choices anyway? In this episode, Poppy & Rubina discuss motherhood, childlessness and whether any of it is really a choice. Have a message for Poppy and Rubina? If you’re…

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Kiss My Arse 47:14

6M ago47:14

47:14

Priya Sohanpal is a Punjabi Sikh (& Dom Fem) icon who's stealing the show in BBC Three's I Kissed A Girl. In this episode, she joins Poppy and Rubina to discuss kissing: how important is the first kiss? Where do they like to be kissed (other than the lips?) and can you fix a bad kisser? Also, are queer women better kissers? They also chat labels, r…

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Laugh Me Into Bed 42:19

6M ago42:19

42:19

Comedian, Henry Rowley, joins Poppy & Rubina to discuss the importance of humour in sex. What's more important for a relationship: sexual chemistry or laughter? And what's harder to get back once lost? Henry is a comedian who rose to fame with viral TikTok characters, like Minty and Hugo. He learns three important things in the episode, including t…

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It's Fashion, Darling! 49:11

6M ago49:11

49:11

Poppy and Rubina are joined by beauty influencer Anchal Seda and founder of sustainable fashion brand By Rotation, Eshita Kabra, to talk about fashion, style, beauty - and attraction. Anchal and Eshita have both carved spaces for themselves in the fashion and beauty industry so bring their many years of living and breathing in this field to Brown G…

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What's Your Trauma? 47:39

6M ago47:39

47:39

Poppy and Rubina are joined by comedian Fatiha El-Ghorri to talk about one thing they definitely got from their ancestors: intergenerational trauma and discuss remembering the smiles of their mothers as opposed to their scars. If anything discussed in this episode impacts you, there are great resources available on bbc.co.uk/ActionLine. Have a mess…

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Hot Boy Summer 44:27

7M ago44:27

44:27

Poppy & Rubina are joined by Nas Majeed & Dev Bajwa to discussing dating, love & sex - from the perspectives of straight, brown boys. Nas & Dev are both recently single. How should they approach today's dating scene? Poppy & Rubina ask them: is there too much pressure on boys? Do they prefer to pay on the first date? Are they worried about giving s…

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Freak In The Spreadsheets 45:40

7M ago45:40

45:40

Money: it's a topic most people struggle to talk about openly. Zing Tsjeng joins Poppy & Rubina to talk all things finance. And they answer pressing questions such as: What is loud budgeting? Who has the most 'no spend' days: Poppy or Rubina? How much do we spend to get ready for sex? Who should pay on a first date? And how do you split finances in…

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Sex Mistakes: Je Ne Regrette Rien 46:54

7M ago46:54

46:54

Comedians Grace Campbell & Chris Hall join Poppy & Rubina to discuss sex mistakes and mishaps. Are some regrets inevitable? And why do some of us make the same mistakes over and over again? Lessons learned include: always use protection; check if the guy you're hitting on is dating your best friend; sometimes the night bus IS better than a stranger…

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Sex Aftercare 40:15

7M ago40:15

40:15

Cuddling? Talking? Assessing the bed sheets? What is the perfect sex aftercare package?Poppy and Rubina delve deep into the often overlooked but important aspect of caring for your partner after sex. They talk about what they rate and slate when it comes to aftercare and how that differs when you're in a long-term relationship or casually hooking u…

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Trad Wifey 4 Lifey? 41:44

8M ago41:44

41:44

Dangerous messaging or innocent, aesthetic fun? Poppy & Rubina unpack the Trad Wife internet trend with Reliable Sauce hosts and BBC journalists, Jonelle & Kirsty. What is a Trad Wife? Would any of them ever be tempted to live that way? How important is financial independence to modern women? And is Rubina too obsessed with Nara Smith? Have a messa…

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A Painful One 46:18

8M ago46:18

46:18

Pain: it can be fleeting, chronic, visceral, dull, sharp, completely debilitating. Poppy & Rubina are joined by Naga Munchetty to discuss what women live with. Naga has spoken publicly about her diagnosis of adenomyosis, and working as a top BBC presenter whilst experiencing debilitating pain. One in 10 women is thought to have the womb condition, …

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The Politics of Friendship 47:00

8M ago47:00

47:00

How can you successfully navigate complicated politics of female friendships? Have you had to let go of some friendships simply because your lives became too different? Do friendships change as you get older? Poppy and Rubina are joined by content creator Saroop Sangha and wellness girlie Juju Sheikh to dissect the sensitive nature of female friend…

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Girlz II Women with Charithra Chandran 39:35

8M ago39:35

39:35

What makes a girl a woman? When does it happen? Poppy and Rubina are joined by actress Charithra Chandran to discuss girlhood, aging, maternal influences and finding "the one". Most people know Charithra for playing the elegant Edwina Sharma in Netflix’s Bridgerton. She is now set to make her West End debut in one-woman play Instructions For A Teen…

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Shame, Shame, Shame with Deborah Frances-White 37:34

9M ago37:34

37:34

Poppy and Rubina are joined by podcasting royalty, Deborah Frances White, to discuss female shame (and eyelashes). Deborah co-created The Guilty Feminist in 2015 and paved the way for podcasts like Brown Girls Do It Too. In this episode, they bond over the collective female experience of shame. What are their most secret shames? Can shame be a forc…

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Millennials Vs Gen Z 45:40

9M ago45:40

45:40

It's the ultimate battle of Millennials vs Gen Z - who will come out victorious? Poppy and Rubina are joined by viral content creators (and Gen-Zers!) Kajal and Karishma who have built very successful careers online and getting into whether they're having less fun, oversharing more, being their own boss and answering what an SMCC is! Have a message…

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What Happens On The Dancefloor 39:45

9M ago39:45

39:45

The dancefloor should be a safe space for everyone so why is it often the opposite? Poppy and Rubina discuss existing as a woman in this world and the first times they felt unsafe around men. This episode features conversations about sexual assault and harassment. If you feel impacted by anything discussed, there are lots of great resources availab…

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A Funeral for Dating Apps 46:30

9M ago46:30

46:30

Are dating apps dead? Poppy and Rubina invite author of 'The Situationship', Taylor-Dior Rumble, and content creator, Chiara Perera, to their funeral for dating apps and ask: is there any chance of survival? They also ask: what would happen if the government decided to ban all dating apps? Would going out 'in the wild' help? And where did it all go…

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Is Jameela Jamil a Girl's Girl? 49:13

10M ago49:13

49:13

This episode contains very strong language and adult content. Poppy and Rubina are joined by Brown Girl royalty, Jameela Jamil, to discuss many things: like, how to have good sex, how your body image impacts your libido and the concept of being a “Girl’s Girl”. What makes someone a “Girl’s Girl”? Who decides who makes the cut? And does Jameela cons…

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Nature Wees & Having Sex in Your Mum’s Car 34:41

10M ago34:41

34:41

Poppy and Rubina are back to ask: What’s worse for one’s sex life? War, the Climate Crisis, or not being trusted to borrow your mum’s car? Have a message for Poppy and Rubina? If you’re over 16, you can message the BGDIT team via WhatsApp for free on 07968100822. Or email us at browngirlsdoittoo@bbc.co.uk If you're in the UK, for more BBC podcasts …

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New Series, Same Shames? 2:38

10M ago2:38

2:38

Poppy and Rubina heard you guys are in a crisis, they’re on their way. Have a message for Poppy and Rubina? If you’re over 16, you can message the BGDIT team via WhatsApp for free on 07968100822. Or email us at browngirlsdoittoo@bbc.co.uk If you're in the UK, for more BBC podcasts listen on BBC Sounds: bbc.in/3UjecF5…

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Everything But 32:05

1+ y ago32:05

32:05

What's better than sex? This series finale is an ode to everything but. Kissing! Eye contact! Dancing with a stranger! Everything but sex. Have a message for Poppy and Rubina? If you’re over 16, you can message the BGDIT team via WhatsApp for free on 07968100822. Or email us at browngirlsdoittoo@bbc.co.uk If you're in the UK, for more BBC podcasts …

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Life Begins At... with Poorna Bell 45:39

1+ y ago45:39

45:39

Could you pay Poppy and Rubina to go back to their 20's? What does growing older and evolving actually feel like? Poppy and Rubina joined by Poorna Bell chat about the different stages (and ages!) of life and if they'll ever reach a moment of absolute contentment and if it's even possible. Have a message for Poppy and Rubina? If you’re over 16, you…

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I Don't Think About You At All 40:17

1+ y ago40:17

40:17

Poppy & Rubina get candid about obsession: thinking about someone all day, every day. They aren't talking about your everyday crush. This episode is about the kind of infatuation and lust that takes over your life. Something both Poppy and Rubina have experienced at different stages in their lives. Have a message for Poppy and Rubina? If you’re ove…

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La-La-La-Lesbian 41:25

1+ y ago41:25

41:25

What is dating like for queer brown women in 2023? Char Bailey and Sharan Dhaliwal join Poppy and Rubina to discuss intense relationships, supportive nanis and Bollywood crushes. Have a message for Poppy and Rubina? If you’re over 16, you can message the BGDIT team via WhatsApp for free on 07968100822. Or email us at browngirlsdoittoo@bbc.co.uk New…

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What Is Compatibility? with Priya Ashra from Indian Matchmaking 34:42

1+ y ago34:42

34:42

Is love written? Do Poppy and Rubina believe in kismet? How does what you're looking for in a partner change as you get older? Priya Asha from Netflix's hit show Indian Matchmaking joins Poppy and Rubina to discuss all that and the importance of compatibility. Have a message for Poppy and Rubina? If you’re over 16, you can message the BGDIT team vi…

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Brown BOYS Do It Too 47:53

1+ y ago47:53

47:53

Red Alert: boys in the BGDIT studio! Poppy and Rubina reluctantly let comedian/actor/writer, Eshaan Akbar, and R&B singer/model Jernade Miah join the fun. They talk about love, shame, oral sex, bad relationships and paying for porn with your father’s credit card. Have a message for Poppy and Rubina? If you’re over 16, you can message the BGDIT team…

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Should You Try Before You Buy? - Poppy and Rubina are back soon! 3:52

1+ y ago3:52

3:52

Poppy and Rubina are still on a break but the Shagony Aunts are here for you. This week: wedding night nerves. Have a message for Poppy and Rubina? If you’re over 16, you can message the BGDIT team via WhatsApp for free on 07968100822. Or email us at browngirlsdoittoo@bbc.co.ukBy BBC Sounds

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How To: Safe One Night Stands 2:37

1+ y ago2:37

2:37

Poppy and Rubina are on a short break but the Shagony Aunts are always here! Have a message for Poppy and Rubina? If you’re over 16, you can message the BGDIT team via WhatsApp for free on 07968100822. Or email us at browngirlsdoittoo@bbc.co.ukBy BBC Sounds

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Paint Me Like One of Your Indian Girls 39:15

1+ y ago39:15

39:15

Poppy and Rubina quiz art critic Zarina Muhammad on the cultural merits of sex. Can it be artistic? And is most art about sex? They discuss Anthea Hamilton's the Squash, Alberto Giacometti, kitsch Islamic art, the art of texting, and the performative elements of sex. Zarina is one half of the team behind everyone's favourite art criticism platform …

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Second Class Citizens 42:24

1+ y ago42:24

42:24

Poppy & Rubina speak to Raj Kaur from the Pink Ladoo project about growing up as daughters. How much of an impact does sexism still have on South Asian women? And is there a solution? They discuss double standards, the lack of male allies growing up, the Pink Ladoo project and Angela Saini's 'The Patriarchs'. Have a message for Poppy and Rubina? If…

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Miss Lover Lover 43:14

1+ y ago43:14

43:14

Poppy and Rubina channel Carrie Bradshaw to ask: what is love? And where does it go when a relationship ends? Have a message for Poppy and Rubina? If you’re over 16, you can message the BGDIT team via WhatsApp for free on 07968100822. Or email us at browngirlsdoittoo@bbc.co.ukBy BBC Sounds