))
The Too Grown to Pretend Podcast is hosted by Chipo and Regina. Two very different women, who are clumsily building a friendship in real-time, with a microphone in the room. They talk about navigating faith, family, and Zim-life in a constantly changing world, with all the random thoughts that are sure to pop up along the way.... because neither of them have a filter.Their dialogue promises to be peppered with hilarity, strong opinions…and a fair amount of hyperbole! They hope that their con ...
…
continue reading
1
Too Grown To Pretend: Our Lent Experience is Graciously Complicated
29:21
29:21
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
29:21
Chipo and Regina talk about their individual journeys through the sacred season of Lent this year. The lessons, the gentle and gracious convictions, and the significance. Lent is about sacrifice and the authentic display of our weakness. Whether you are giving up swearing or sugar, it won't be easy and you won't do it perfectly. And so Lent reminds…
…
continue reading
1
Too Grown to Pretend: Publicly Petty? Oh We've Got Time
13:03
13:03
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
13:03
Chipo and Regina talk about the current levels of their pettiness. They have this in common-- on any given day they are on the "I've got time" and "I ain't got time" spectrum. Grown Folk, what's been your biggest and "proudest" PDP? (Public Display of Pettiness) Assess your own level of pettiness here. Make sure to share your results and tag us so …
…
continue reading
1
Too Grown To Pretend: Exposure Won't Pay The Bills
25:10
25:10
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
25:10
Chipo and Regina discuss their feelings about exposure...you know, working for free. The halftime show Rihanna performed was unpaid as it always is, but not all exposure is created equal. Grown Folk, have you ever been asked to work for "exposure?" How do you know when to take the opportunity and when to pass? Support the show…
…
continue reading
1
Too Grown To Pretend: Giving Birth is Easy....or Fun
25:34
25:34
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
25:34
On this International Women's Day, Chipo and Regina take us back in time as they recall 28 January 2015 and 14 September 2020 - the days they gave birth to their (biological) daughters. They talk pregnancy, how their husband's behaved in the delivery room and how they feel about it all. We know that pregnancy is a privilege-- but that sure doesn't …
…
continue reading
1
Too Grown To Pretend: Recovery Is Not A Sprint
39:25
39:25
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
39:25
Regina and Chipo tackle a big topic in this one! Regina takes us on a journey to recovery. These 24 years of sobriety have been no small feat. Her road of recovery has been one of lessons, grace, growth and love, 24 hours at a time. This open and honest episode is an encouragement to anyone who is struggling with anything they feel they just can't …
…
continue reading
1
Too Grown to Pretend: That We Take Your Hair Rules Seriously
33:19
33:19
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
33:19
Chipo and Regina talk about hair... Natural hair. Wait, specifically natural hair for black folk. (How come we don't call white people hair "natural", ever wonder about that, Grown Folk?) Recently, Regina and her little one had a hair emergency. This mama just couldn't get the style right and wasn't prepared for how big of a deal that was. Thank Go…
…
continue reading
1
Too Grown To Pretend: This Year Has Got To Be Different
34:00
34:00
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
34:00
Chipo and Regina get real about what needs to stay the same and what needs to change in 2023. Because this year just needs to be -- and do-- better. Grown Folk, what are some lessons you learned in 2022? What do you need to take with you into 2023? Also, if you have those eyelashes that reach your hairline... we have questions. Support the show…
…
continue reading
1
Too Grown To Pretend: Sometimes Life Just Gut Punches You!
36:47
36:47
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
36:47
They're BACK! Chipo and Regina fell off of the face of the planet for a while there. Their friendship continued to grow via whatsapp voice notes and tear-filled virtual coffee dates during the unexpected hiatus. Life was lifing for both of them at the same time- it felt CRAZY and they needed room to live it. But they are back in the same space once…
…
continue reading
1
To Grown To Pretend: Lead Well or Get Out Of Our Way, Please.
23:34
23:34
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
23:34
Chipo and Regina tackle a conversation about leadership- the good, bad and ugly. Now more than ever, we are confronted with the truth that leadership matters, a lot! Kuda jump started the conversation by acknowledging that women make the best leaders, do you think they agreed? Grown Folk, what makes a great leader for you? Tag your favorite leader …
…
continue reading
1
Too Grown to Pretend: Boundaries Can Be Hard
46:58
46:58
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
46:58
Chipo and Regina discuss boundaries. Regina likes to believe that "No." is a complete sentence. Chipo is learning to risk not being liked for saying, "No." How does this play out in the culture of the Zim context? Kuda gives them a new way to say no, without actually saying it. What are the chances that either of them are going to take his advice? …
…
continue reading
1
Too Grown to Pretend: This Small House Culture Got Us Wondering...
31:52
31:52
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
31:52
Chipo and Regina dive into what they understand about "Small Houses" and their take on this particular Zim phenomenon. Regina and Nyasha once lived in a tiny house with their two girls but that is a story for another day... Grown folk, what's your take? What do you want to know about the small house lifestyle? Is monogamy a legit expectation for ac…
…
continue reading
1
Too Grown To Pretend That We Don't Have Daddy Issues
28:30
28:30
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
28:30
Chipo and Regina talk about the impact their fathers and fatherhood had on their lives. These relationships can be complicated and Chipo and Regina's stories show that they are too grown to pretend they aren't. Grown Folks, what are your fondest memories of your dads? How has that relationship impacted your life? Support the show…
…
continue reading
1
Too Grown to Pretend We Don't Need Our Mamas
22:46
22:46
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
22:46
Chipo and Regina talk about their moms. Linda Marie and Joyce were very different women. Their daughters grew up with dramatically different experiences, yet in this conversation, they find common ground. Grown Folk, are there times when you still need your mama? Support the showBy Chipo Chikara Nyoni and Regina Chari
…
continue reading
1
Too Grown to Pretend that Adulting Is Fun
30:14
30:14
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
30:14
Chipo and Regina talk about navigating adulthood. The consensus is that it is a pain. Adulting is hard and we all need to take time out to recalibrate when things get wild. They address the necessity of mental wellness - and talk about how some recent events have put a spotlight on just how tough things might be for all of us. One of the women migh…
…
continue reading
Today Chipo and Regina talk about the difference between introverts and extroverts at parties. They dig down deep and try to decide if they are ever going to fit in anywhere... and if they even want to. Also, Chipo says "benefactors" instead of beneficiaries....again (English is not her first language.) Grown Folk, do you fit in where you live, wor…
…
continue reading
1
Too Grown To Pretend That We Have Filters
36:44
36:44
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
36:44
Kuda teaches Chipo and Regina the African proverb that says, "All truth is good to know but not all truth is good to say." And then reveals that he agreed to do this podcast simply because neither of these women has a filter. And that is exactly what makes this podcasting stuff scary. Chipo and Regina really are taking a risk building this friendsh…
…
continue reading
1
Too Grown to Pretend I'm Gonna Watch His Shows
28:32
28:32
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
28:32
Chipo and Regina talk about Netflix and Marriage. They address what it's like to be married to men who are very different than them. These differences come up in all kinds of ways. And sometimes it's a TV show that has you saying, "Who the hell did I marry?!" (Which is probably what their husbands are thinking most of the time😅) Grown folk, we want…
…
continue reading
1
Too Grown to Pretend That This Zim Life is Easy
38:26
38:26
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
38:26
Chipo & Regina talk about their Zim life.They address tardiness (who is the most guilty of this— spoiler it’s these ladies.) This place holds a special place in their hearts despite some its heartbreaking realities. Zim continues to serve up unexpected seasons and surprises. And these women choose to keep navigating the beautiful mess that they cal…
…
continue reading
1
Too Grown to Pretend We Know What We Are Doing
8:29
8:29
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
8:29
Chipo Chikara-Nyoni is a drama teacher and actor who was born and raised in Harare and spent a few years in the States. Chipo loves Jesus, Dumisani and Zaza, and mascara. She loves to laugh and to make other people laugh too. She has an unnatural dislike of flies and an unhealthy relationship with sugar. Please send help and pray! Regina Chari is a…
…
continue reading
