SOS in Oz

Hi SOS in Oz fam! We're super excited to announce that Christine is launching a new spicy podcast called Private Affairs: a romantic-dramedy inspired by true events. Check out the trailer and subscribe/follow Private Affairs on your favorite podcast player. To learn more visit privateaffairspod.com

In this season finale, SOS in Oz is joined by Irvine to talk masculinity and mental health in black males. Plus in minority spotlight, former model and founder and editor of Ascension Magazine, Sasha Sarago, dishes on entrepreneurship, POC representation in media, and shady makeup artists. “Ain’t nobody got time to be ashy.” – Sasha Sarago “Intuition is the key, that’s your asset, it will never leave you.” – Sasha Sarago

Is Afro hair professional? SOS in Oz are joined by guest, Antoinette, to talk hair journeys, resisting the creamy crack and normalising all hair textures. Plus, this month's minority spotlight features Parsons School of Design graduate, designer and entrepreneur, Mimixa Patel. "It's one thing to be a good designer, but to be a good designer with a sense of business is very important in today's world." - Mimixa Patel

The Australian 2016 census results revealed that migration to Australia is on the rise. However, an anti-immigrant sentiment has been brewing in some pockets of society and, as a result, certain policies have been proposed that would effectively curb migration to Australia. SOS in Oz chat with Santilla Chingaipe, journalist and filmmaker, about what this means for immigrants in Australia. As a journalist who worked for SBS World News, Santilla has reported extensively on matters concerning migrant communities in Australia. SOS in Oz also get the scoop from Santilla on how to crack the Australian journalism and film industries. Plus a review of "Black Girl Magic" 2017, a night of empowering performances by Black women in Melbourne. “We are all human being, first and foremost. And some of us have been socialized differently to others, but that doesn’t make it any less or any better it’s just our lived experiences are different based on where we were born… but that doesn’t make those groups of people any less able to enjoy the same benefits that we get to enjoy in a democratic society.” – Santilla Chingaipe Sources: Overseas born Aussies highest in over a century http://www.abs.gov.au/ausstats/abs@.nsf/lookup/3412.0Media%20Release12014-15 New changes to Australian citizenship introduced in parliament http://www.sbs.com.au/yourlanguage/hindi/en/article/2017/06/15/new-changes-australian-citizenship-introduced-parliament Black Girl Magic https://www.artscentremelbourne.com.au/event-archive/2017/forum-talk/black-girl-magic Rob Kardashian and Blac Chyna throw down (and dirty) on social media http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/la-et-entertainment-news-updates-july-rob-kardashian-blac-chyna-1499276689-htmlstory.html

SOS in Oz chat with South African-Australian comedian, Gavin Lind, about his experience growing up as a White boy in apartheid South Africa, as well as issues of identity, belonging and White privilege. Plus, there's a new online talk show on the scene called Say It Loud which is making waves by putting the Black Australian experience in the forefront. SOS in Oz speak to the show creator, Vanessa Ocansey, and creative director, Rosaline Kanneh, about bringing the show to life and Australian media. “The media is very limiting in how they represent [Black Australians] in the media. They’ve always got that one token Black person and that’s meant to be enough to represent all of us. And that affects building your identity in a huge way.” - Vanessa Ocansey

Whether you call it 'Aunt Flo' or 'shark week', women across the world have been taught to talk about menstruation in hushed tones and euphemisms. For centuries, this normal occurrence in the female reproductive cycle has caused many women to feel ashamed and embarrassed of themselves. But a new wave of period pride is pushing back on the cultural taboo. SOS in Oz chip into the conversation with their menarche stories and opinions on Zambia's paid menstrual leave law. Plus, it's a hilarious Minority Spotlight with comedians, Joe White and Jason Wood. “I was having doubts in my mind… am I not as good as I thought, is this really for me… but I guess you have to go through moments like that to find that one person that supports, or that has your sense of humour. And at the end of the day I do it because it makes me laugh. When it makes me laugh, I believe it will make my audience laugh.” - Joe White

Christopher James White is a poet, illustrator, and occasional filmmaker from Atlanta who’s been travelling the world since he moved to Tokyo two years ago. He started performing spoken word in the Atlanta scene at the behest of a friend and fellow poet and sought it out as soon as he moved to Melbourne. He’s the host of a podcast called “Under the Influence” where he explores questions of life, love, hip hop, and everything else in the universe. His photography and illustration can be found under his alter ego Walt Kovacs. You can follow him on Instagram @walt.kovacs

A simple Google search will tell you that a lot of people have been pondering this question. And now the sisters and their guest, Sandy, throw in their two cents on the matter. Some of their opinions might surprise you or even tickle your funny bone! Also in this episode: robotic bees, Dear White People on Netflix, and a shout out to Sasha Sarago of Ascension Magazine. *Warning: this episode contains explicit language. *Correction: the Vanity Fair article referenced in this episode was written by Christopher Hitchens, not Hitchenson as stated by Christine. Sources Why Women Aren't Funny http://www.vanityfair.com/culture/2007/01/hitchens200701 Robot bees vs real bees – why tiny drones can’t compete with the real thing http://theconversation.com/robot-bees-vs-real-bees-why-tiny-drones-cant-compete-with-the-real-thing-72769 The first trailer for Netflix's 'Dear White People' is upsetting broflakes everywhere http://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/netflix-dear-white-people-show-series-2017-twitter-reaction-a7571606.html Ascension Magazine http://ascensionmag.com/about-3/team/ Mudcrabs https://m.facebook.com/MUComedyRevueBoard/

In this episode Chido, Christine and cousin Pam explore whether our society has become so politically correct that it's bordering on censoring unpopular (conservative) opinions. Would you rather deal with an outright racist or a covert one? Are millennials oversensitive? Tune in now to find out what the ladies think. Also in this episode: the wack comment about Venus Williams made by an ESPN commentator, and First Lady Melania Trump. Sources: ESPN Drops Reporter Over Venus Williams 'Gorilla' Remark http://www.huffingtonpost.com.au/entry/espn-drops-reporter-over-venus-williams-gorilla-remark_us_5881dee9e4b096b4a2311f29 How Trigger Warnings Silence Religious Students https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2016/08/silencing-religious-students-on-campus/497951/

What is colorism? How did colorism come about? How have the sisters and their special guest, Tina, experienced colorism in their lives? All these questions and more answered in this episode's topic discussion. Also listen in to find out who fat shamed former soccer legend, Ronald, and keep up with the #AustraliaDay saga. #ChangeTheDate. In Minority Spotlight, ❤️ to South African artist, Lady Skollie. Sources: The 'Straight Outta Compton' Casting Call Is So Offensive It Will Make Your Jaw Drop http://m.huffingtonpost.com.au/entry/straight-out-of-compton-casting-call_n_5597010 The Skin Color Paradox and the American Racial Order http://scholar.harvard.edu/jlhochschild/publications/skin-color-paradox-and-american-racial-order Skin Lighteners Market Trend http://www.strategyr.com/MarketResearch/Skin_Lighteners_Market_Trends.asp What Dark-Skinned People Will Never Tell You https://youtu.be/sRGi88ViKpw "I'm shocked!" - Ronaldo responds to Michael Owen's fat joke https://uk.sports.yahoo.com/news/im-shocked-ronaldo-responds-michael-081034138.html Australia Day lamb ad tackles Indigenous land rights and immigration – video https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/video/2017/jan/12/australia-day-lamb-ad-tackles-indigenous-land-rights-and-immigration-video Lady Skollie http://www.tyburngallery.com/artist/lady-skollie/

Chido has 2,000 Facebook friends, but how deep could these friendships be? And is it really possible to fall in love with someone online? Listen in to find out what Christine and Chido think about online relationships. Also, Azealia Banks’ “witch cave” and news on Serena Williams are up for discussion, as well as an interview with the author of the Life Through the Disability Lens blog, Colleen Chifamba. Sources: Are Online Relationships Healthy for Young People? https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/the-power-prime/201302/are-online-relationships-healthy-young-people Online Relationships Are Real http://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2014/10/online-relationships-are-real/380304/ Life Through the Disability Lens https://lifethroughthedisabilitylens.com/ Serena Williams’ New Tech Exec Fiancé Tweets His Gratitude for Being ‘The Luckiest Nerd of Us All’ https://www.yahoo.com/style/serena-williams-tech-exec-fianc-124634118.html Azealia Banks shocks the internet by posting video of 'blood-stained' room she uses for 'witchcraft' http://www.mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news/azealia-banks-shocks-internet-posting-9536766

Chido and Christine talk with the co-creators of The Pin website, Lucie Cutting and Nkechi Anele, about biculturalism and biracialism. According to Lucie, "feeling like you don't belong in the many places that you feel like you're meant to belong," is a common challenge faced by biracial and/or bicultural people. Also in this episode: news on Prince Harry's love interest and an update on Fremantle's Australia Day celebrations. Sources: Fremantle council backs down over Australia Day citizenship ceremony https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2016/dec/09/fremantle-council-backs-down-australia-day-citizenship-ceremony?CMP=share_btn_tw Prince Harry Calls Out Racist And Sexist Treatment Of Girlfriend Meghan Markle http://m.huffpost.com/ca/entry/12863514 The Pin http://www.thepin.org/

1 in 3 women in the world have experienced physical and/or sexual violence from an intimate partner or non-partner (WHO). In this episode Chido, Christine and returning guest: Rumbi, take a stand against gender based violence in an open discussion about intimate partner violence against women. Also in this episode, an insightful interview with acclaimed jazz singer, Mama Alto, who shares her thoughts on art for social change, LGBTQIA+ inclusion and intersectionality. Sources: Violence Against Women http://www.who.int/mediacentre/factsheets/fs239/en/ Domestic Violence Psychology of Abusers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s9UDG6JxKNA&t=194s Fremantle Moves Australia Day To Create A 'Celebration For Everybody' http://www.huffingtonpost.com.au/2016/11/24/fremantle-moves-australia-day-to-create-a-celebration-for-every/ Kanye West released from hospital http://edition.cnn.com/2016/11/30/entertainment/kanye-west-released-from-hospital/ Mama Alto http://www.mamaalto.com/

The extended interview with featured S03E02 minority spotlight guest: Mama Alto.

Chido and Christine are back! Kicking off the season with a breakdown of news and events that took place over the break, including: President-elect Trump, Rio 2016 Games, Kardashians, Queen of Katwe, and the Mannequin Challenge. Also in this episode, Christine sat down to interview the Sounds of Africa team who are bringing Afrobeats to Melbourne nightlife and promoting African music and culture in the city. Sources: Trump election: The people around the president-elect http://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-37999969 Brazil police charge Ryan Lochte over false claims http://www.aljazeera.com/news/2016/08/brazil-police-charge-ryan-lochte-false-claims-160826060716185.html The $10 Million Robbery of Kim Kardashian West http://www.theatlantic.com/news/archive/2016/10/kim-kardashian-robbery/502673/ Queen of Katwe http://www.queenofkatwe.com/ Sounds of Africa https://www.facebook.com/afriquebeatz/?fref=ts

Do women who pose naked advance or detract from women empowerment and feminism? Tune in now to this epic season finale to hear what Chido, Christine and special guest: Ella, think about nudity as feminism. Also in this episode, the ladies talk #BlackLivesMatter and #ThisFlag movements. Sources: Kim Kardashian Pens Powerful Essay On Nudity And Empowerment http://www.huffingtonpost.com.au/entry/kim-kardashian-powerful-essay-nudity-empowerment_us_56df1e3ce4b0000de4064317 Fergie - M.I.L.F. $ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bsUWK-fixiA #BlackLivesMatter: Rally held in Melbourne to show 'solidarity' after US racial violence http://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-07-17/black-lives-matter-rally-in-melbourne/7636082 Zimbabwe’s #ThisFlag http://stream.aljazeera.com/story/201607191859-0025249 THE #VANGUARDSTEM SERIES http://vanguardstem.com/vanguard-stem-series/

“He better call Becky with the good hair,” sang Beyoncé. So what exactly is considered “good hair” in the Black community? Find out in this episode as the sisters discuss why Black hair is such a big deal and the many struggles of getting one’s hair did. #blackgirlproblems Sources: Brexit: Britain votes to leave EU in historic divorce http://www.aljazeera.com/news/2016/06/brexit-britain-votes-leave-eu-historic-divorce-160624034731444.html Seeing Fireworks! Kylie Jenner and Tyga Kiss and Cuddle Up at Fourth of July House Party http://www.people.com/article/kylie-jenner-tyga-kiss-cuddle-fourth-july-party The Changing Business of Black Hair, a Potentially $500b Industry http://www.huffingtonpost.com/antonia-opiah/the-changing-business-of-_b_4650819.html Good Hair http://www.sbs.com.au/ondemand/video/85666371935/good-hair BHC Worldwide https://theaneotera.wordpress.com/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danai_Gurira

Did Justin Bieber wrongfully appropriate Black culture when he wore his hair in dreadlocks? Opinions on this question and more in this episode on cultural appropriation and Hollywood whitewashing. Also in the episode, the ladies discuss Euro 2016 and the devastating week in Orlando, FL. Sources: What Is Cultural Appropriation and Why Is It Wrong? http://racerelations.about.com/od/diversitymatters/fl/What-Is-Cultural-Appropriation-and-Why-Is-It-Wrong.htm Euro 2016 violence: Police release pictures of England fans http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-36608827 Euro 2016: Czech Republic snatch draw with Croatia in game marred by crowd violencehttp://www.smh.com.au/sport/soccer/euro-2016-czech-republic-snatch-draw-with-croatia-in-game-marred-by-crowd-violence-20160617-gpm67j.html The dramatic changes Christina Grimmie's killer made in a bid to impress her http://www.9news.com.au/world/2016/06/17/14/11/the-dramatic-changes-christina-grimmies-killer-made-in-a-bid-to-impress-her Orlando shooting: Worst US shooting sees at least 50 dead, 53 injured at Pulse nightclub http://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-06-12/orlando-shooting-pulse-nightclub-50-dead-worst-us-mass-shooting/7503770 WHEN IT COMES TO GUN VIOLENCE, AMERICA COULD LEARN A THING FROM AUSTRALIA http://madamenoire.com/702854/comes-gun-violence-america-learn-thing-australia/ Disney gator attack: 2-year-old boy found dead http://edition.cnn.com/2016/06/15/us/alligator-attacks-child-disney-florida/ Tony Awards Make History: All Four Musical Acting Categories Go to People of Color http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/tony-awards-make-history-all-902184

It’s a spicy episode as the sisters and returning guest, Cousin T, delve into the subject of sugar babies and sugar daddies / mammas. Also in this episode, the ladies share their thoughts on Tamar Braxton’s dramatic dismissal from The Real, and the toddler who fell into a gorilla enclosure at the Cincinnati Zoo. Minority Spotlight: Magnolia Maymuru Sources: ‘You have to give him anything’: Inside the life of a $75,000-a-year sugar baby http://www.news.com.au/finance/work/careers/you-have-to-give-him-anything-inside-the-life-of-a-75000ayear-sugar-baby/news-story/b81e5fa3adcd425d405f5c37e12ba8b0 Tamar Braxton Cries About Her 'The Real' Firing in 'Braxton Family Values' Preview: 'I'm So Humiliated' http://www.usmagazine.com/entertainment/news/tamar-braxton-cries-is-humiliated-about-the-real-firing-w208630 Harambe: Boy entered Cincinnati Zoo's gorilla enclosure while mother distracted, witness says http://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-06-01/witness-describes-harambe-incident/7468716 Indigenous Australian to represent the Northern Territory in Miss World Australia National Final http://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/fashion/people/indigenous-australian-to-represent-the-northern-territory-in-miss-world-australia-national-final/news-story/7c8bcd111ae7a2505b2b39172817d02b

There’s been a rising trend in the number of people opting to pursue post-graduate qualifications -- could this be a sign that a Bachelor’s degree is no longer a solid bet to secure future financial security? Tune in to find out what the sisters and featured guest, Thandi, think about this. In this episode, the ladies also dish on Kylie Jenner and Tyga’s relationship, as well as the superbug threat. Minority spotlight: Warsan Shire Sources Just graduating from university is no longer enough to get a job http://theconversation.com/just-graduating-from-university-is-no-longer-enough-to-get-a-job-36906 Could superbugs become deadlier than cancer? http://www.aljazeera.com/programmes/insidestory/2016/05/superbugs-deadlier-cancer-160519185639075.html Does Tyga owe Kylie Jenner money following difficult break up? Rapper 'borrowed more than $2million from star' http://www.mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news/tyga-owe-kylie-jenner-money-8058264 Warsan Shire https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Warsan_Shire

Sex is everywhere -- from the music we hear to the subliminal sexual messages in advertising, yet many modern societies shun the idea of candidly talking to the youth about sex. In this episode, the ladies along with special guest, Rumbi, discuss comprehensive sexuality education: what exactly is it, and is age 4 too early to start talking to kids about sexuality? Also in this episode: Chido’s take on the new Avengers movie, Christine’s obsession with Beyoncé’s #LEMONADE, and Australian immigration. Sources: Comprehensive Sexuality Education: A Global Review 2015 http://unesdoc.unesco.org/images/0023/002357/235707e.pdf The case for starting sex education in kindergarten http://www.pbs.org/newshour/updates/spring-fever/ Women on Sex - Episode 5: School Me, Don’t Fool Me https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lCCjoCX96aM Beyoncé Earns Sixth No. 1 Album on Billboard 200 Chart With ‘Lemonade’ http://www.billboard.com/articles/columns/chart-beat/7350372/beyonce-earns-sixth-no-1-album-on-billboard-200-chart-with-lemonade Captain America: Civil War http://marvel.com/captainamerica

Are race based affirmative action (aka positive discrimination) programs racist against White people? Chido, Christine and special guest: Callum, weigh in with their opinions in a provocative conversation about racial diversity in schools and the workplace. Also in this episode: a chilling update on the Oscar Pistorius case, sexual assault on university campuses, and a shout out to Ghana Bamboo Bikes in minority spotlight. Sources: Damning new evidence shows Pistorius may have beaten Reeva before shooting her http://metro.co.uk/2016/04/20/new-evidence-in-pistorius-case-shows-he-may-have-battered-her-with-bat-before-shooting-her-5829602/#ixzz47HVvLTpl College scandal: Sydney male students’ pro-rape chants caught on camera http://www.news.com.au/national/nsw-act/news/college-scandal-sydney-male-students-prorape-chants-caught-on-camera/news-story/77d25418300d6756d7c478fb73df2ba3 The Stream - Does affirmative action still make sense? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T6AIVs0uJ04 Bamboo Bikes Initiative: Ghana http://ghanabamboobikes.org/en/ https://vimeo.com/88258932

First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes a baby -- that makes you sacrifice your career (if you’re a woman)? Hear what Chido and Christine have to say about the motherhood penalty and the gender pay gap myth. Also in this episode, thoughts on: the Netflix price hike, a recent obesity study, and blackface. Sources: Even A $2 Price Hike Could Send Netflix Customers Running http://www.huffingtonpost.com.au/entry/netflix-price-increase_n_5275960.html?section=australia More obese people in the world than underweight, says study http://www.bbc.com/news/health-35933691 The Motherhood Penalty vs the Fatherhood Bonus http://www.nytimes.com/2014/09/07/upshot/a-child-helps-your-career-if-youre-a-man.html?_r=0 Harvard Prof. Takes Down Gender Wage Gap Myth http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/harvard-prof.-takes-down-gender-wage-gap-myth/article/2580405 Kids of Working Moms Are Better Off http://money.cnn.com/2015/06/15/news/economy/working-moms-kids-better-off-harvard-study/ The Briggs & Thelma Plum Saga Just Keeps Getting Uglier http://www.tonedeaf.com.au/470279/the-briggs-thelma-plum-saga-just-keeps-getting-uglier.htm

The ladies are back like Beyoncé, giving their take on the hottest hot topics that happened over the break: Queen B’s Formation, The Oscars, Donald Trump and more. Sources: Beyoncé Formation http://www.beyonce.com/formation/# Chris Rock’s Opening Oscar Monologue: A Transcript http://www.nytimes.com/2016/02/29/movies/chris-rock-monologue.html?_r=0 Ben Carson endorses Donald Trump http://edition.cnn.com/2016/03/11/politics/ben-carson-endorses-donald-trump/ Hugh Jackman rescues swimmer and son from rip at Sydney's Bondi beach http://www.theguardian.com/film/2016/mar/27/hugh-jackman-rescues-swimmer-and-son-from-rip-at-sydneys-bondi-beach Sharapova suspension: Doping agency's unfair game of 'gotcha'? http://edition.cnn.com/2016/03/11/opinions/maria-sharapova-banned-drug-vox/

Join Chido, Christine and, special returning guest, Ashan in a thought-provoking discussion on monogamy: are humans wired to be monogamous? and what exactly constitutes cheating? Also in the episode: the sisters read the Oscars Academy on lack of diversity, and share their opinions on new vaginal herbal pearls for womb cleansing. Minority spotlight: Miki Agrawal Sources: Women Putting Herb Balls in Vagina to 'Detox Their Wombs' Have Been Warned of Dangers http://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/health-and-families/health-news/women-putting-herb-balls-in-vagina-to-detox-their-wombs-have-been-warned-of-dangers-a6814671.html Will Smith Confirms He Won’t Attend Oscars in Row Over Lack of Diversity http://www.theguardian.com/film/2016/jan/21/will-smith-oscars-diversity-boycott?CMP=twt_a-film_b-gdnfilm Oscar Voters: 94% White, 76% Men, and an Average Age of 64 Years Old http://www.theatlantic.com/entertainment/archive/2014/03/oscar-voters-94-white-76-men-and-an-average-of-63-years-old/284163/ A Realistic Look at Monogamy, Affairs, and the Growth of ‘Monogamishness’ http://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/relationships/a-realistic-look-at-monogamy/article23671828/ Just Slip Out the Back, Jack: Are Humans Hardwired to Break-Up and Move On? http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/03/150325151729.htm Miki Agrawal http://www.mikiagrawal.com/about-miki/ http://www.shethinx.com/

Big game hunting is big business in many African countries but, as counterintuitive as it sounds, could hunting actually help conserve wildlife populations? Tune in to find out. Also in the episode, the ladies recap the best moments and trends of 2015. Sources: 'Canned Hunting': the lions bred for slaughter http://www.theguardian.com/environment/2013/jun/03/canned-hunting-lions-bred-slaughter Is Trophy Hunting Helping Save African Elephants? http://news.nationalgeographic.com/2015/11/151715-conservation-trophy-hunting-elephants-tusks-poaching-zimbabwe-namibia/ Killing in the Name of Conservation http://thebreakthrough.org/index.php/issues/biodiversity/killing-in-the-name-of-conservation

Christine feels that holiday gift shopping is a futile exercise -- find out why she thinks this and if Chido agrees with her sentiment. Also in the episode, the ladies weigh in on Donald Trump's ridiculousness and Steve Harvey's Miss Universe blunder. Minority Spotlight: Trevor Noah Sources: Steve Harvey Laughs Off Miss Universe Error in Merry Messages http://m.huffpost.com/us/entry/steve-harvey-facebook-miss-universe-christmas_567e866ae4b06fa68880335a Donald Trump's Craziest Quotes From His 2016 Presidential Campaign and Beyond http://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/news/donald-trumps-craziest-quotes-the-2016-presidential-hopeful-speaks-201568 Scroogenomics: Why You Shouldn't Buy Presents For the Holidays http://press.princeton.edu/titles/8972.html Trevor Noah http://www.trevornoah.com

In this episode, Christine and Chido tackle the question: is cultural homogenization real and is it happening at the expense of minority cultures? Also in the episode -- find out about Google's latest medical device endeavor, and recent happenings involving Paralympic gold medalist, Oscar Pistorius. Sources: Google’s filed a patent for a watch that takes your blood without needles: http://www.sciencealert.com/google-s-filed-a-patent-for-a-watch-that-takes-your-blood-without-needles Oscar Pistorius granted bail after murder conviction: http://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-35034292 British languages 'dying': an expert writes: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/culturenews/8190445/Endangered-Languages-and-Cultures-commentary.html Cultural Dimension of Globalization: http://www.who.int/trade/glossary/story012/en/

Is it racist to date along racial lines or is it simply a preference? Find out what Chido, Christine and, special guest, Ashan think about this and more as they discuss interracial dating. Plus, hear what Hugh Jackman has been up to in Australia, and the new Facebook tool that will make forgetting your ex that much easier. Sources: Hugh Jackman's Broadway to Oz review - the screamingly camp end of large http://www.theguardian.com/film/2015/nov/25/hugh-jackmans-broadway-to-oz-review-the-screamingly-camp-end-of-large Facebook tests tools for dealing with former lovers http://www.aljazeera.com/news/2015/11/facebook-tests-tools-dealing-lovers-151119195232983.html Dataclysm: Who We Are (When We Think No One's Looking) http://www.amazon.com/Dataclysm-When-Think-Ones-Looking/dp/0345812581

It’s a jam-packed agenda as Christine, Chido and featured guest, Cousin T, explore the issue of how accents influence perceptions, and the reasons why we code-switch. Also in the episode, the sisters put in their two cents worth on a research study that linked champagne drinking to increased brain health, and Maria Borges’ historical strut down the runway in the Victoria’s Secret 2015 fashion show. Minority Spotlight: Parris Goebel Sources: No, Champagne Won’t Improve Your Memory (But These 7 Things Will) http://www.huffingtonpost.com.au/entry/champagne-memory-study_56421041e4b0b24aee4bd133?section=australia&adsSiteOverride=au Maria Borges on Her History-Making Teeny-Weeny Afro on the Victoria’s Secret Runway http://www.elle.com/beauty/q-and-a/a31861/maria-borges-natural-hair-victorias-secret/ How Outdated Stereotypes About British Accents Reinforce the Class Ceiling: http://theconversation.com/how-outdated-stereotypes-about-british-accents-reinforce-the-class-ceiling-43683 Parris Goebel biography: http://www.parrisgoebel.com/biography.html

Should women keep their maiden names when they get married? Chido and Christine explore this age-old custom and what it means to them. The two sisters also trade thoughts on Leonardo DiCaprio’s latest Oscar campaign (5th time lucky?), and university student protests in South Africa. Sources: The Revenant movie starring Leonardo DiCaprio: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1663202/ Thomas Piketty on South Africa's income inequality: http://www.theguardian.com/world/2015/oct/06/piketty-south-africa-inequality-nelson-mandela-lecture Harvard University Study "Making a Name: Women’s Surnames at Marriage and Beyond": http://scholar.harvard.edu/goldin/files/making_a_name_womens_surnames_at_marriage_and_beyond.pdf Stuff Mom Never Told You "Should married women keep their last names?": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TC1hmK8Mc5Y BBC Magazine "Why should women change their names on getting married?": http://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-29804450

The struggle is real! Christine and Chido delve into what it's like being black in Australia in addition to recapping the week's trending stories: Lamar Odom's hospitalization and UNSW security scare. Minority spotlight: https://soundcloud.com/tkaymaidza Other: http://alltogethernow.org.au/