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Because We Said So

Hosted by Zama Marubelela; Landiwe Gama · society · EN

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About this Podcast:

Because We Said So is a podcast by Zama Marubelela and Landzy Gama, two 20-something South African women figuring life out in real time. From navigating friendships, love, careers, and the chaos of growing up—no topic is off-limits. It’s girlhood, unfiltered. Come for the laughs, stay for the realness.

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Guest openness

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What is Because We Said So about?

Because We Said So is a podcast by Zama Marubelela and Landzy Gama, two 20-something South African women figuring life out in real time. From navigating friendships, love, careers, and the chaos of growing up, no topic is off-limits. It’s girlhood, unfiltered. Come for the laughs, stay for the realness.

Who hosts Because We Said So?

Because We Said So is hosted by Zama Marubelela; Landiwe Gama. The show has published 72 episodes to date.

What has Because We Said So covered recently?

Recent episodes include "“I Found Out I’m Dating My Aunty’s Ex - HELP!”" (28 October 2026, 68 minutes), "Birds of A Feather, Do They Flock Together?" (21 October 2026, 82 minutes), and "Our Generation’s Relationship With Alcohol." (14 October 2026, 67 minutes).

How often does Because We Said So publish?

Because We Said So publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 78 minutes across 72 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Because We Said So?

Booking probability for Because We Said So is 32%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Because We Said So requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Because We Said So's contact route on record: public web form.

About the host

Zama Marubelela; Landiwe Gama hosts Because We Said So, a society podcast with 72 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Oct 28, 20261h 8m

    We are back with another Dilemmas episode! This week, we help our fellow bwssties navigate their tricky situations, share advice, and get into the dilemmas sent our way. In Pop Culture Rewind, we touch on the Victoria’s...

  • Oct 21, 20261h 22m

    This week on Because We Said So, we are talking about how the people around us shape who we become. From friendships that influence our choices to relationships that make us question our standards, we are unpacking the...

  • Oct 14, 20261h 7m

    This week, we’re getting into how alcohol has become such a big part of social life, from groove culture and nights out to birthdays and brunches. Plus, we’ve got all the latest in our Pop Culture Rewind, in Lucky...

  • Oct 7, 20261h 21m

    In this week’s episode of Because We Said So, we are talking about 28 things we have learnt at 29 from friendships, relationships to the other life lessons we have picked up along the way. We are also getting into some...

  • Sep 23, 20261h 5m

    In this week’s episode of Because We Said So, we are back with another Dilemmas episode! This time, we are joined by the two hosts of Rhythm & Vibes, Kagiso and Hlomani as we unpack some of your most complicated...

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    The Girls We Used To Be

    Sep 16, 20261h 28m

    This week’s episode of Because We Said So, we are taking a trip down memory lane and asking who were we really? For Pop Culture Rewind, we are talking Raven-Symoné and her wife Miranda, Ciara’s pregnancy, the new Love...

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    Can You Have It All?

    Sep 9, 20261h 25m

    In this episode, we talk about what “having it all” really means. Can we have a successful career, a happy relationship, a family, money, peace and everything else we want in life? And if we can, does it all have to...

  • Sep 2, 20261h 18m

    On this week’s episode, we’re asking the big questions. Do we date for love, money, stability, lifestyle, or maybe a bit of everything? We also catch up on what’s happening in pop culture, including MAFS, Joey Bada$$...

  • Aug 26, 20261h 26m

    This week on Because We Said So, we’re talking all things friendship, giving grace, setting boundaries, having difficult conversations and knowing when to hold your friends accountable. We also chat about how our...

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    Answering Your Dilemmas

    Aug 19, 20261h 13m

    On this week’s episode of Because We Said So, we’re getting into another round of dilemmas, and our bwssties definitely gave us a lot to unpack! We also have another Pop Culture Rewind, where we chat about the latest...

  • Aug 12, 20261h 1m

    In this episode of Because We Said So, we sit down with actress, presenter, entrepreneur and one of Africa’s most influential digital creators, Amanda Du-Pont, for an honest conversation about the pressure to be...

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    The Journey To Womanhood

    Aug 5, 20261h 25m

    As we step into Women’s Month, we’re unpacking what it really means to be a woman. From the expectations we grew up with to redefining strength, softness, success, and self-worth on our own terms, we’re reflecting on...

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    Are Men Female Centered?

    Jul 29, 20261h 19m

    This week on Because We Said So, we’re joined by one of South Africa’s biggest hip-hop DJs, 5FM radio host, content creator, and the founder of PHOLA, DJ PH. We unpack one of the internet’s most talked-about...

  • Jul 22, 20261h 14m

    This week on Because We Said So, we’re unpacking one of the internet’s biggest parenting debates. Should parents post their children online? We’re also getting into all the pop culture moments from Jay-Z taking over the...

  • Jul 15, 20261h 21m

    Because We Said So has officially hit 100K subscribers! To celebrate, we're hosting 18 bwssties for an exclusive dinner at Ce La Vi, Sandton, on 24 July, and we'd love for you to join us! To enter: -Subscribe to our...

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    The "Pick Me" Problem

    Jul 8, 20261h 27m

    On this week’s episode of Because We Said So, we’re unpacking all things pick-me culture, internalized misogyny and explore where these behaviours come from. We also catch up on the latest in pop culture, including our...

  • Jul 1, 20261h 21m

    In this week’s episode, we unpack living for your family’s approval in your 20s. We talk about what it means to try meet family expectations, and what it can actually cost you. We also get into a quick pop culture...

  • Jul 1, 20261h 21mS0

    <p>In this week’s episode, we unpack living for your family’s approval in your 20s. We talk about what it means to try meet family expectations, and what it can actually cost you.</p><p>We also get into a quick pop...

  • Jun 24, 20261h 16m

    This week’s episode is all about pop culture. We’re getting into everything from South Africa’s trending series named The Polygamist to Love Island USA to the FIFA World Cup. We also unpack and some of the upcoming...

  • Jun 24, 20261h 16mS0

    <p>This week’s episode is all about pop culture. We’re getting into everything from South Africa’s trending series named The Polygamist to Love Island USA to the FIFA World Cup. We also unpack and some of the upcoming...

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