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Sisterhood of the Travelling Mgowo

Sisterhood of the Travelling Mgowo

By Sisterhood of the Travelling Mgowo

A podcast between two friends where we navigate the intricacies of adulthood. Our cover art is by Qondile Dlamini (Qew Doodles on IG)
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Episode 38: Choose Kind Men

Sisterhood of the Travelling MgowoMay 14, 2021

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Episode 13: Is This Goodbye?

Episode 13: Is This Goodbye?

So... we need to have a little chat.


Nov 03, 202342:56
Episode 12: We're Reflecting Again Part 1

Episode 12: We're Reflecting Again Part 1

One thing about us, we will reflect! It's good to be back and on this episode we catch you up on all things SMgowo as well as some reflections on social media and how we have been using it. We are also introducing a new segment where we read out some listener questions and comments and hopefully try and address them! Stay tuned for part 2.


Don't forget to rate our podcast on your favourite streaming platforms and follow us on IG, Youtube and Twitter @SMgowo!

Jul 19, 202334:31
Episode 11: The Value of Identifying Red Flags

Episode 11: The Value of Identifying Red Flags

The episode title peaks for itself. We try to reflect on what good identifying red flags does for us... It's a whole lot tougher than we think.


Don't forget to follow us on the socials @SMgowo and rate us on your favourite podcast streaming platform.

Feb 03, 202337:25
Episode 10: Crawling Backwards

Episode 10: Crawling Backwards

Happy New Year!   In this episode we reflect on the year that was, speak good things on the year to come and rant a little.  


Don't forget to follow us on IG, Tiktok and Twitter @Smgowo as well as rate our podcast on your preferred podcast streaming platforms!

Jan 27, 202347:36
Episode 9: Am I the loser???
Nov 09, 202246:17
Episode 8: The Toll Of Vulnerability + Something New

Episode 8: The Toll Of Vulnerability + Something New

Firstly, check out that new new! On this episode, we talk about the toll it takes to be vulnerable and how frankly tiring it can be to open yourself up so much. We also catch you up on the new look as well as the competition for those who guessed all the snippets correctly and snagged an extra point for guessing what the change would be. We're also thinking of putting up some merch. Let us know what you think.

Credit to Qondile Dlamini (Qew Doodles on IG) for our beautiful new look.

This episode was shot at Lutcha Studios. Check them out at https://lutcha.com/ourstudio/ and make a booking for your podcast.

Oct 07, 202248:50
Episode 7: Who Owns Your Success?

Episode 7: Who Owns Your Success?

With Sniper navigating motherhood and Mixo navigating school, we can get lost in trying grasp ownership over our success. Check us out as we talk about success and redefining what it looks like now. 

This episode is brought to you by Momentum for their #SheOwnsHerSuccess campaign. Please follow Momentum @MomentumZA across all social media platforms.   

Don't forget to follow us on @smgowo on our socials as well as to rate us on your preferred podcast platform.

Aug 17, 202253:03
Episode 6: Ngine Anxiety

Episode 6: Ngine Anxiety

One thing about Monday, it will creep up on you while you’re minding your business on Sunday. On this episode we talk about ‘Sunday blues’ and that anxiousness you feel ahead of work.

Please don’t forget to rate us on your preferred streaming platforms and to follow us on the socials at @smgowo

Title loosely translated: I've got anxiety/I am anxious

Jul 29, 202250:54
Episode 5: New Kid On The Block Part 2

Episode 5: New Kid On The Block Part 2

Part 2 is here and so is our new host! On this episode we catch you all up on the last few months and the changes we have been going through and how we have been dealing with them. 

Please don't forget to rate us on your preferred streaming platforms and to follow us on the socials at @SMgowo

Jul 15, 202201:06:19
Episode 4: New Kid On The Block Part 1

Episode 4: New Kid On The Block Part 1

Our new host is here! This episode we catch you all up on the last few months and the changes we have been going through. Zoom interrupted us so Part 2 will drop soon.

Please don't forget to rate us on your preferred streaming platforms and to follow us on the socials at @SMgowo 

Jul 10, 202250:59
Episode 3: Ex Friends and Doing The Right Thing

Episode 3: Ex Friends and Doing The Right Thing

Welcome back to another episode of SMgowo. This episode is a little different. What happens when you breakup with a friend and something tragic happens to them? Do you reach out? Do you let them be? Help Mixo figure out what to do.   Dont forget to follow us on Twitter, IG and Tiktok @SMgowo

Mar 25, 202246:47
Episode 2: Hop Off That High Horse

Episode 2: Hop Off That High Horse

On this episode we talk about The Tinder Swindler, (romantic) loneliness and the high horse industrial complex.


Don't forget to check us out on our socials @SMgowo

Feb 25, 202246:54
Episode 1: Back Again...

Episode 1: Back Again...

Welcome to season 2 of SMgowo! On this episode we reflect on the previous year and what we have learned.

Don't forget to check us out on Twitter and IG @SMgowo and please rate our podcast on your preferred podcast platforms.

Feb 04, 202237:29
Episode 40: So... The Weapons Prospered

Episode 40: So... The Weapons Prospered

We’re back! On this episode, we catch you up on what’s been going on with us and why we took a little hiatus.


Don't forget to follow us on IG and Twitter @Smgowo 

Sep 10, 202134:20
Episode 39: Tough Times Want To Last

Episode 39: Tough Times Want To Last

With the seasons changing, tough times want to last. On this episode, we talk about some ways we are trying to get through this season. 

Our producer Menzi is crowdfunding for the creation of his graphic novel "Mount Olympus". If you listen to and love SMgowo, please read up on it more and donate here: https://jumpstarter.co.za/projects/mount-olympus-graphic-novel/

May 28, 202149:31
Episode 38: Choose Kind Men

Episode 38: Choose Kind Men

On this episode we discuss the fallacy of choosing kind men.

Our producer Menzi is crowdfunding for the creation of his graphic novel Mount Olympus. If you listen and love SMgowo, please read up on it more and donate here https://jumpstarter.co.za/projects/mount-olympus-graphic-novel/

May 14, 202143:09
Episode 37: No Shame In Needing

Episode 37: No Shame In Needing

This week we talk about letting go of the shame we feel when it comes to expressing or acknowledging our needs.

Our producer Menzi is crowdfunding for the creation of his graphic novel Mount Olympus. If you listen and love SMgowo, please read up on it more and donate here https://jumpstarter.co.za/projects/mount-olympus-graphic-novel/

May 04, 202141:34
Episode 36: Nothing Is Cute
Apr 16, 202146:30
Episode 35: March Ado About Nothing

Episode 35: March Ado About Nothing

What a month, chile!


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Apr 02, 202144:50
Episode 34: International Women's Month

Episode 34: International Women's Month

In this episode, we discuss International Women's Month, the spaces that have held us because of women, what we wish we knew as younger women, and how grateful we are for the women in our lives.

S/O to Levis Haus of Strauss Africa for letting us shoot in their space and for the drip.
Mar 19, 202129:04
Episode 33: "Leave Them Today"

Episode 33: "Leave Them Today"

On this episode, we discuss the end of relationships as we end off February and our series about love. We also announce the winners of our birthday Instax giveaway!

Don't forget to follow us on IG and Twitter @Smgowo as well as like, comment and subscribe to our Youtube channel.
Feb 26, 202151:54
Episode 32:  Love, Consequences and More Mgowo

Episode 32: Love, Consequences and More Mgowo

This week we speak about letting yourself down in love, dealing with the consequences, and picking yourself up again.
Feb 19, 202141:11
Episode 31: Love, Loneliness and Community

Episode 31: Love, Loneliness and Community

On this episode we talk and vent a bit about loneliness, love and community. We also have a great 2nd birthday giveaway in store. Check out our IG and Twitter to find out more about the competition.
Feb 12, 202137:57
Episode 30: What's going on, hey?

Episode 30: What's going on, hey?

Happy new year (we know it's Feb). On this episode we are catching up with one another as well as what has been happening on social media.
Feb 05, 202101:00:27
Episode 29: Reflections

Episode 29: Reflections

Merry Christmas! Here are our reflections for the year of 2020. Share some of yours with us and don’t forget to follow us on SMgowo on IG and Twitter.
Dec 28, 202030:11
Episode 28: You Wanna Be A Podcaster???

Episode 28: You Wanna Be A Podcaster???

On this episode, we’ve got Mashudu Modau who talks to us about his journey through podcasting. We figured this might be helpful for anyone looking to start a podcast next year.
Enjoy and don’t forget to follow us on our socials at @SMgowo
Dec 18, 202040:37
Episode 27 Part 4: Education

Episode 27 Part 4: Education

Meet Kingsley. If you’ve been in a former “Model C” school institution in SA, you will deeply relate to Kingsley in tonight’s final #SmallAxe anthology film on #BBCBrit. Before tonight’s episode, though, make sure you catch our review episode this afternoon 🎧

Otherwise we will catch you at 8pm on #BBCBrit channel 120 on DSTV!
Dec 14, 202026:06
Episode 27 Part 3: Alex Wheatle

Episode 27 Part 3: Alex Wheatle

On this episode, we discuss film 4: Alex Wheatle which so far is looking like our favourite episode!

Check out Small Axe on BBC Brit (DSTV channel 120) every Monday at 8pm. You can also check the episodes out on Catch Up.
Dec 07, 202022:35
Episode 27 Part 2: Red, White and Blue

Episode 27 Part 2: Red, White and Blue

Check this out if you want to hear 28 minutes of Mixo talking about her crush, John Boyega.

Check out Small Axe on BBC Brit (DSTV channel 120) every Monday at 8pm. You can also check the episodes out on Catch Up.
Nov 30, 202023:23
Episode 27 Part 1: Small Axe

Episode 27 Part 1: Small Axe

This episode is brought to you by BBC Studios SA as we discuss the Small Axe anthology film series directed by Steve McQueen starring Letitia Wright and John Boyega to name a few! Check out Small Axe on BBC Brit (DSTV 12) every Monday at 21:00.
Nov 23, 202029:31
Episode 26: It’s Q4 For Us

Episode 26: It’s Q4 For Us

On this episode we talk what’s kept us away for so long. We’re happy to be back!
Oct 30, 202036:54
Episode 25: "Tired" - All of the women in us (2020)

Episode 25: "Tired" - All of the women in us (2020)

This episode we round up the roast of women's month and reflect on how we feel as women in South Africa.
Aug 31, 202040:59
Episode 24: Reflections on Womanhood

Episode 24: Reflections on Womanhood

On this episode we reflect on just how lonely defining your womanhood for yourself can be
Aug 17, 202001:04:00
Episode 23: The Roast of Women’s Month

Episode 23: The Roast of Women’s Month

On this episode, we kick off women’s month with a roast of women’s month shenanigans
Aug 09, 202026:59
Episode 22: Winter Woes Finale

Episode 22: Winter Woes Finale

On this episode we wrap up July’s Winter Woes theme and reflect on what it has been like for us.
Jul 31, 202023:02
Episode 21: Healing?

Episode 21: Healing?

On this episode, we talk about healing. Or at least we try to.
Jul 17, 202033:46
Episode 20: Winter Woes Part 2: Dealing

Episode 20: Winter Woes Part 2: Dealing

This week we ramble about being depressed and what we do when we have an episode
Jul 10, 202036:08
Episode 19: Winter Woes

Episode 19: Winter Woes

On this episode we talk about how we realised we were depressed.

Don’t forget to check us out on our socials at @SMgowo
Jul 03, 202038:55
Episode 18: Rage

Episode 18: Rage

On today’s episode, we’re angry.
Jun 12, 202049:03
Episode 17: This Is A Very Strange Time

Episode 17: This Is A Very Strange Time

In this episode we are trying to process what the hell is going on right now.

Don’t forget to hit us up on twitter and IG @Smgowo
May 07, 202047:18
Episode 16: PreQuarantine Reflections: The Kids Are Not Alright

Episode 16: PreQuarantine Reflections: The Kids Are Not Alright

On today’s episode, we sat down and reflected on the year so far and yeah things are a bit shaky but we move.

Don’t forget to hit us up on Twitter and Instagram @Smgowo
Mar 20, 202037:35
Episode 15: The Unspoken Hierarchy of Love

Episode 15: The Unspoken Hierarchy of Love

On this episode, we talk about the hierarchies we place on love whether it is romantic, platonic or familial.

Don’t forget to hit us up on Twitter and Instagram @smgowo
Feb 14, 202038:19
Episode 14: The Holiday Season & Family

Episode 14: The Holiday Season & Family

This week we reflected on the holiday season and our families. We also unpacked the excitement of the year to come.

Don’t forget to check us out on Twitter and Instagram @SMgowo
Jan 17, 202044:15
Episode 13: Questions and Reflections

Episode 13: Questions and Reflections

On this episode, we reflect on our year and answer your questions! Don’t forget to check us out on our social media:
Twitter: @SMgowo
Instagram: @sisterhoodofthetravelingmgowo
Dec 06, 201941:43
Episode 12: Pacemaking

Episode 12: Pacemaking

This week we talk about the importance of recognizing support in a world where we often feel alone. Don’t forget to chat to us on Twitter @SMgowo.
Nov 08, 201936:02
Episode 11: Seasons Come To Change

Episode 11: Seasons Come To Change

On this episode, we talk about changes in our lives, how we handle them, how those around us embrace them and much more.

Don’t forget to tweet us @SMgowo and check out our IG @sisterhoodofthetravelingmgowo
Oct 24, 201936:28
Episode 10: Resting: You’ve Gotta Face It

Episode 10: Resting: You’ve Gotta Face It

On this episode we talk about resting (not the bitch face) in a world where our time doesn’t quite belong to us.
Chat to us on Twitter @SMgowo
Sep 19, 201934:55
Episode 9: Gratitude: The Politics of Please and Thank You

Episode 9: Gratitude: The Politics of Please and Thank You

In this episode, we talk about practicing gratitude while living in a capitalist society. Chat to us on our twitter @SMgowo
Aug 29, 201930:44
Episode 8: Surviving Women's Month

Episode 8: Surviving Women's Month

Episode 8: Surviving Women's Month by Sisterhood of the Traveling Mgowo
Aug 08, 201932:18
Episode 7: Do You Consider This A Date

Episode 7: Do You Consider This A Date

Episode 7: Do You Consider This A Date by Sisterhood of the Traveling Mgowo
Jul 11, 201924:21