Black, Broke and Brilliant
By Black, Broke and Brilliant
Black, Broke and BrilliantFeb 23, 2023
79. Maame ft. Jessica George - “If we are so busy looking after everyone else, who is looking after us?”
#Sponsored Episode! We are joined by Hodder’s debut author, Jessica George discussing her newly released book, Maame. We unpack friendships, grief and family dynamics #BlackBrokeandBrilliant, a podcast brought to you by two twenty-something year old queens from London. Come laugh with us, cry with us and sip the sweetest of tea with us as we discuss the struggles of adulting. From thriving to surviving, life to love and lack thereof, we’ve got you covered. HOSTS: Ivy (Instagram: @ivy.richardson) and Samira (Instagram: @its_samiracle). Get in touch with us on Instagram: @blackbrokeandbrilliant or using the #Blackbrokeandbrilliant on Twitter!
78. Bambi, Beyoncé and a Badboi piece of information - “What makes you think you can sheg me?”
77. Winter Love Island First Impressions - “Give Maya Jama the £50k"
This week we discuss all things Winter Love Island, from questionable casting choices and villa drama to new mental health measures. #BlackBrokeandBrilliant, a podcast brought to you by two twenty-something year old queens from London. Come laugh with us, cry with us and sip the sweetest of tea with us as we discuss the struggles of adulting. From thriving to surviving, life to love and lack thereof, we’ve got you covered. HOSTS: Ivy (Instagram: @ivy.richardson) and Samira (Instagram: @its_samiracle). Get in touch with us on Instagram: @blackbrokeandbrilliant or using the #Blackbrokeandbrilliant on Twitter!
76. Harry, Hollywood and a whole lotta karma - "I know too much"
75. New year, new me - "Here's to more money and less Prime Ministers in 2023"
This week we discuss the biggest moment of 2022 and our new year's resolutions. #BlackBrokeandBrilliant, a podcast brought to you by two twenty-something year old queens from London. Come laugh with us, cry with us and sip the sweetest of tea with us as we discuss the struggles of adulting. From thriving to surviving, life to love and lack thereof, we’ve got you covered. HOSTS: Ivy (Instagram: @ivy.richardson) and Samira (Instagram: @its_samiracle). Get in touch with us on Instagram: @blackbrokeandbrilliant or using the #Blackbrokeandbrilliant on Twitter!
74. ‘Tis the season - “The older I get, the more I relate to the Grinch”
This week, we talk all things Christmas, from festive movies to our favourite traditions. #BlackBrokeandBrilliant, a podcast brought to you by two twenty-something year old queens from London. Come laugh with us, cry with us and sip the sweetest of tea with us as we discuss the struggles of adulting. From thriving to surviving, life to love and lack thereof, we’ve got you covered. HOSTS: Ivy (Instagram: @ivy.richardson) and Samira (Instagram: @its_samiracle). Get in touch with us on Instagram: @blackbrokeandbrilliant or using the #Blackbrokeandbrilliant on Twitter!
73. Blackbusters - "John Boyega played himself"
We recap recent concerts and share our thoughts on the latest Blockbusters - Woman King and Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. #BlackBrokeandBrilliant, a podcast brought to you by two twenty-something year old queens from London. Come laugh with us, cry with us and sip the sweetest of tea with us as we discuss the struggles of adulting. From thriving to surviving, life to love and lack thereof, we’ve got you covered. HOSTS: Ivy (Instagram: @ivy.richardson) and Samira (Instagram: @its_samiracle). Get in touch with us on Instagram: @blackbrokeandbrilliant or using the #Blackbrokeandbrilliant on Twitter!
72. UK News Part 5 - "There's fumbling the bag and then there's Liz Truss"
71. Black History Month - "Mel Made Me Do It"
70. Lizzy, Lizzo and the Little Mermaid - "It's the end of an era"
69. Exclusive Island - "Summer is really over"
68. Blackbusters - “Come and see Black excellence"
67. Wireless Weekend - “God bless Megan and her knees”
66. Headlines - "Godspeed for women's right"
65. Trouble In Paradise - “Rachel Finni was just minding her business”
64. Hitting the Jackpot - “Money haffi mek”
63. Tea Time - "This is Ncuti’s world and we’re all living in it"
This week we discuss trending topics including Ncuti Gatwa being cast as The Doctor, iPods being discontinued, the new Balenciaga trainers and more. #BlackBrokeandBrilliant, a podcast brought to you by two twenty-something year old queens from London. Come laugh with us, cry with us and sip the sweetest of tea with us as we discuss the struggles of adulting. From thriving to surviving, life to love and lack thereof, we’ve got you covered. HOSTS: Ivy (Instagram: @ivy.richardson) and Samira (Instagram: @its_samiracle). Get in touch with us on Instagram: @blackbrokeandbrilliant or using the #Blackbrokeandbrilliant on Twitter!
62. Our Two Year Anniversary - “Come and see growth”
61. Hitting 25 and London Living - “I love London but London doesn’t love me“
60. The Oscars 2022 - ”Chat shit, get banged”
59. Audacity - “It’s giving Molly-Mae”
58. Netflix and Chat Part 8 - “What do your enemies have to do with me?”
56. Pet Peeves - "Why is everyone so intent on wasting my time?"
55. Netflix and Chat Part 7 - “Nate is a menace to society”
54. Adulting Part 4 - “The devil works hard but Molly Mae works harder”
53. Is It Ever Ok To Ghost Someone? - “Communication is key”
This week we discuss the unravelling friendship between Annie Drea and Adeola Patronne, and whether it’s ever okay to ghost your friends. #BlackBrokeandBrilliant, a podcast brought to you by two twenty-something year old queens from London. Come laugh with us, cry with us and sip the sweetest of tea with us as we discuss the struggles of adulting. From thriving to surviving, life to love and lack thereof, we’ve got you covered. HOSTS: Ivy (Instagram: @ivy.richardson) and Samira (Instagram: @its_samiracle). Get in touch with us on Instagram: @blackbrokeandbrilliant or using the #Blackbrokeandbrilliant on Twitter!
52. Is Marriage Outdated? - “I’m a strong, independent woman but I still want to get married”
51. US News Part 1 - "Everybody’s getting sued"
50. UK News Part 4 - "I miss caucasian Jesy"
49. Netflix and Chat Part 6 - “I do not volunteer as tribute”
48. Women and Sports Stardom - “The double standards are undeniable”
47. The Met Gala 2021 - “No one understood the assignment”
46. Modelling as a Dark Skinned Black Woman - “I was an adult when I realised I wasn’t ugly” ft Jay Jay Bol
This week we are joined by Vogue model Jay Jay Bol to discuss her experience as a dark skinned Black woman in the modelling industry. #BlackBrokeandBrilliant, a podcast brought to you by two twenty-something year old queens from London. Come laugh with us, cry with us and sip the sweetest of tea with us as we discuss the struggles of adulting. From thriving to surviving, life to love and lack thereof, we’ve got you covered. HOSTS: Ivy (Instagram: @ivy.richardson) and Samira (Instagram: @its_samiracle). Get in touch with us on Instagram: @blackbrokeandbrilliant or using the #Blackbrokeandbrilliant on Twitter!
45. Guilty Pleasures - “Reality TV has me in bondage”
44. Too Hot To Handle - "Where can I find a Marvin?"
43. Love Island 2021 - "Throw the whole cast away"
#BlackBrokeandBrilliant, a podcast brought to you by two twenty-something year old queens from London. Come laugh with us, cry with us and sip the sweetest of tea with us as we discuss the struggles of adulting. From thriving to surviving, life to love and lack thereof, we’ve got you covered. HOSTS: Ivy (Instagram: @ivy.richardson) and Samira (Instagram: @its_samiracle). Get in touch with us on Instagram: @blackbrokeandbrilliant or using the #Blackbrokeandbrilliant on Twitter!
42. Hot Girl Summer - “I need to do up Havana oo na na”
This week we reveal our best and worst travel stories and our ultimate summer playlists. #BlackBrokeandBrilliant, a podcast brought to you by two twenty-something year old queens from London. Come laugh with us, cry with us and sip the sweetest of tea with us as we discuss the struggles of adulting. From thriving to surviving, life to love and lack thereof, we’ve got you covered. HOSTS: Ivy (Instagram: @ivy.richardson) and Samira (Instagram: @its_samiracle). Get in touch with us on Instagram: @blackbrokeandbrilliant or using the #Blackbrokeandbrilliant on Twitter!
41. Adult Friendships - "We're never free at the same time "
40. Blue Therapy - “He got caught in 4K”
In this week’s episode, we discuss the very controversial YouTube show, Blue Therapy. #BlackBrokeandBrilliant, a podcast brought to you by two twenty-something year old queens from London. Come laugh with us, cry with us and sip the sweetest of tea with us as we discuss the struggles of adulting. From thriving to surviving, life to love and lack thereof, we’ve got you covered. HOSTS: Ivy (Instagram: @ivy.richardson) and Samira (Instagram: @its_samiracle). Get in touch with us on Instagram: @blackbrokeandbrilliant or using the #Blackbrokeandbrilliant on Twitter!
39. Adulting Part 3 - “No one teaches you how to freelance”
In this week’s episode, we discuss all things work-related including freelancing, taxes and knowing when to quit.
#BlackBrokeandBrilliant, a podcast brought to you by two twenty-something year old queens from London. Come laugh with us, cry with us and sip the sweetest of tea with us as we discuss the struggles of adulting. From thriving to surviving, life to love and lack thereof, we’ve got you covered. HOSTS: Ivy (Instagram: @ivy.richardson) and Samira (Instagram: @its_samiracle). Get in touch with us on Instagram: @blackbrokeandbrilliant or using the #Blackbrokeandbrilliant on Twitter!
38. Netflix and Chat Part 5 - “It’s Get Out on steroids“
Let’s Netflix and Chat some more! In this episode we discuss more of the most popular Netflix series. #BlackBrokeandBrilliant, a podcast brought to you by two twenty-something year old queens from London. Come laugh with us, cry with us and sip the sweetest of tea with us as we discuss the struggles of adulting. From thriving to surviving, life to love and lack thereof, we’ve got you covered. HOSTS: Ivy (Instagram: @ivy.richardson) and Samira (Instagram: @its_samiracle). Get in touch with us on Instagram: @blackbrokeandbrilliant or using the #Blackbrokeandbrilliant on Twitter!
37. Fashion Faux Pas - "Those shoes are glorified romper stompers”
36. UK News Part 3 - “Is it PPE or is it money laundering?”
35. Throwback Thursday - “School dinners before Jamie Oliver just hit different”
34. Meghan, Harry and the Racist Royals - “The Royal Tea is piping hot”
33. Digital Lockdown - “I’m dying a slow and painful death by Zoom”
32. Black, Broke and Books - “Buying books and reading books are two completely different hobbies”
31. Insurrection, Impeachment and Inauguration - “We did it Joe” ft. Daisy's Diary Podcast
30. Dating in a Pandemic - “2020 was the biggest cockblock in history”