Episodes

  • Gen Zers across the world are shaping the U.S. election
    Oct 23 2024

    Why is the world so obsessed with American politics? From Kamala Harris falling out of a coconut tree to Donald Trump accusing immigrants of eating the dogs – it's no secret that the 2024 U.S election has turned into a global spectacle. Whether you live on the other side of the world or are yet to have even visited, you're more likely than not to have an opinion on American politics. In this episode, Jamila and Bella explore why both candidates are going after Gen Z, and how Gen Zers worldwide have done their campaigning without even realising it.

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    47 mins
  • The white boy era: How media determines who we find attractive
    Apr 13 2024

    Is it just us or are white boys all the rage right now? Whether they're dominating romantic lead roles despite being toxic AF or playing characters originally written as a POC, the white boys stay winning. So how does this affect our own personal dating preferences and what we find attractive?

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    1 hr
  • BONUS EPISODE: Interview with Callen Norman on celebrity activism
    Mar 2 2024

    Enjoy this bonus episode with Callen Norman, teaching associate at Monash University who specialises in studying the phenomenon of celebrity and how our digital media has amplified their stardom. Callen and Bella's discussion dives into the power of celebrity activism, in both helpful and harmful terms.


    Trigger warning: This episode discusses the current conflict happening in Gaza. We understand this topic is highly divisive, so listen with caution. If you find any of the topics covered in today’s episode triggering, visit these links below.

    https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ chat with a counselor 24/7.
    https://www.lifeline.org.au/ or call 13 11 14.

    Want to help but not sure where to start? Below are some trusted organisations providing aid to Palestine. Be sure to do your own research before donating.


    Research:
    Associated Press | Israel-Hamas war: https://apnews.com/hub/israel-hamas-war
    Reuters | Top Headlines on Israel and Hamas at war: https://www.reuters.com/world/israel-hamas/
    United Nations | Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: https://www.un.org/en/situation-in-occupied-palestine-and-israel
    Dr. Kelly Lewis’ awesome article: In times of war, digital activism has power. Here’s how to engage responsibly

    Donate:
    Palestinian Children’s Relief Fund | https://www.pcrf.net/
    Medical Aid for Palestinians | https://www.map.org.uk/
    World Central Kitchen | https://wck.org/

    Take Action:
    Palestinian Solidarity Campaign | https://palestinecampaign.org/
    Reverse Decision To Suspend Funding Unrwa | https://www.amnesty.org.au/act-now/australia-reinstate-funding/
    Demand a ceasefire by all parties to end civilian suffering | https://www.amnesty.org/en/petition/demand-a-ceasefire-by-all-parties-to-end-civilian-suffering/

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    45 mins
  • BONUS EPISODE: Dr Kelly Lewis on the power of digital activism
    Mar 2 2024

    Enjoy this bonus episode with Dr Kelly Lewis, Research Fellow at Monash University. Dr Lewis specialises in all things data, activism, and social justice. In this episode we dive deep into the role that digital activism has played in social justice movements in light of the current war between Israel and Palestine.


    Trigger warning: This episode discusses the current conflict happening in Gaza. We understand this topic is highly divisive, so listen with caution. If you find any of the topics covered in today’s episode triggering, visit these links below.

    https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ chat with a counselor 24/7.
    https://www.lifeline.org.au/ or call 13 11 14.

    Want to help but not sure where to start? Below are some trusted organisations providing aid to Palestine. Be sure to do your own research before donating.


    Research:
    Associated Press | Israel-Hamas war: https://apnews.com/hub/israel-hamas-war
    Reuters | Top Headlines on Israel and Hamas at war: https://www.reuters.com/world/israel-hamas/
    United Nations | Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: https://www.un.org/en/situation-in-occupied-palestine-and-israel
    Dr. Kelly Lewis’ awesome article: In times of war, digital activism has power. Here’s how to engage responsibly

    Donate:
    Palestinian Children’s Relief Fund | https://www.pcrf.net/
    Medical Aid for Palestinians | https://www.map.org.uk/
    World Central Kitchen | https://wck.org/

    Take Action:
    Palestinian Solidarity Campaign | https://palestinecampaign.org/
    Reverse Decision To Suspend Funding Unrwa | https://www.amnesty.org.au/act-now/australia-reinstate-funding/
    Demand a ceasefire by all parties to end civilian suffering | https://www.amnesty.org/en/petition/demand-a-ceasefire-by-all-parties-to-end-civilian-suffering/

    Wanna dive a lil deeper? Come join us on socials!

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    OR... Get That Deep on Tik Tok

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    52 mins
  • Online activism: If you don't post about it, do you even care about it?
    Mar 2 2024

    Whether you simply repost a petition link, or your entire social media presence is dedicated to spreading awareness about an issue - we have all probably engaged in a form of online activism at some point. But how much of an impact do we really have in shaping the outcomes of social justice movements, or even global conflict? In this episode, we discuss the positive and harmful power that online activism has, and ask ourselves, should we be doing more?


    Trigger warning: This episode discusses the current conflict happening in Gaza. We understand this topic is highly divisive, so listen with caution. If you find any of the topics covered in today’s episode triggering, visit these links below.

    https://www.lifeline.org.au/ call 13 11 14.
    https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ or chat with a counselor 24/7.

    Want to help but not sure where to start? Below are some trusted organisations providing aid to Palestine. Be sure to do your own research before donating.


    Research:
    Associated Press | Israel-Hamas war: https://apnews.com/hub/israel-hamas-war
    Reuters | Top Headlines on Israel and Hamas at war: https://www.reuters.com/world/israel-hamas/
    United Nations | Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: https://www.un.org/en/situation-in-occupied-palestine-and-israel
    Dr. Kelly Lewis’ awesome article: In times of war, digital activism has power. Here’s how to engage responsibly

    Donate:
    Palestinian Children’s Relief Fund | https://www.pcrf.net/
    Medical Aid for Palestinians | https://www.map.org.uk/
    World Central Kitchen | https://wck.org/

    Take Action:
    Palestinian Solidarity Campaign | https://palestinecampaign.org/
    Reverse Decision To Suspend Funding Unrwa | https://www.amnesty.org.au/act-now/australia-reinstate-funding/
    Demand a ceasefire by all parties to end civilian suffering | https://www.amnesty.org/en/petition/demand-a-ceasefire-by-all-parties-to-end-civilian-suffering/

    Wanna dive a lil deeper? Come join us on socials!

    Get That Deep on Insta
    OR... Get That Deep on Tik Tok

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    51 mins
  • So woke you can't sleep: What it means to be chronically online
    Mar 7 2023

    "Avoiding alcohol while pregnant is ableist" "You need permission to bring your token white friend along". To some, these are genuine beliefs. For others, it's what we call 'chronically online'.
    It's a term the internet has taken on to describe opinions that are so far removed from reality, to the point that they aren't even really real issues.
    In this episode, we'll dive into some hot takes accused of being chronically online. We'll also look at how this isn't the first time supposedly illegitimate concerns have made even the woke feel uncomfortable.

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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Why you'll NEVER keep up with the Kardashians
    Aug 20 2022

    The OG influencers... the Kar-Jenner clan, have created the almighty influencer formula that's still used today. But the pop culture queens have gone above and beyond popularising certain fashion trends, going as far as even making certain body shapes 'fashionable'. Their incredibly powerful influence has led to unrealistic, unhealthy, and frankly, impossible beauty standards... But how responsible are they really?

    Do you think the Kardashians are to blame? Tell us more! https://www.instagram.com/itsthatdeep_pod/

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    37 mins
  • You shall not pass! Why do we gatekeep everything?
    Aug 5 2022

    From our favourite artists, to hair types, and even the way we smell, turns out we're all guilty of gatekeeping something... but why? In this episode we'll try and answer just that, using examples from both our own lives and the world of social media as well.

    Are you a gatekeeper? Tell us more! https://www.instagram.com/itsthatdeep_pod/


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    29 mins