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Hi guys, welcome to our podcast. We will use this space to discuss our perspectives, interests and opinions on a variety of topics. Don't forget to subscribe, review and comment and follow us on our socials, insta and Twitter, at @wdwk_podcast. From your hosts, Sundus, Arooj and Mani

Sundus, Arooj and Mani


    • Apr 14, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
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    S4E12: PM Imran Khan, Ramadan spring clean, preps for Ramadan, plan for Ramadan

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2022 36:36


    Hi all, Ramadan Kareem to you all, from the three of us :D Unfortunately, Mani couldn't make this episode :(... but she will be back very soon :)! In this episode, Arooj and Sundus talk about all things Ramadan; prepping for Ramadan and our plans to make the most of Ramadan 2022 In Shaa Allah! We start by speaking about Imran Khan vs opposition parties and the current political crisis in Pakistan. We then speak about getting ready for Ramadan, we also talk about our excitement for the return of family and friends in-person Iftaar, and the time Sundus missed the same friends Iftaar 2 years in a row... how she still has friends is still surprising! Arooj announces her exciting news of going to a very special and holy place this Ramadan. Hope you enjoy the episode and make sure you are following us on our Instagram page @wdwk_podcast. Thanks for listening x Sundus

    S4E11: skincare and facials, what went down at the Oscars and how long will the monarchy last?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2022 33:24


    Hi guys, hope you're all doing well. In episode 11, we start off with some talk on skincare, facials and exfoliants. We then speak about the event that happened at the Oscars involving a Mr. Will Smith and as Arooj has finished watching the Crown, we round off with some thoughts on the monarchy. As always, follow us on our insta @wdwk_podcast and let us know your thoughts. Thanks, Mani xox

    S4E10: The Queen is retiring?, WeWork, The Dropout, Mani's party trick that includes π and what gets you excited about life?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2022 42:24


    S4E9: Adnan Syed and DNA tests, Inventing Anna, how are scones best served and do Ant and Dec earn an equal income?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2022 33:01


    Hi guys, Hope you're having a great week. Today, we are all back together as Arooj is back from LA and we start off by talking about her holiday. We then go into one of the most popular podcasts EVER, Serial (defo listen if you haven't already!!), where season 1 explored the case of Adnan Syed whose case is currently going through further investigation and DNA testing. Sundus speaks about her latest Netflix watch, Inventing Anna, and we round off with some thoughts on Fearne Cotton and whether Ant and Dec earn an equal income...!?? As always, hope you enjoy the episode and catch us on our insta @wdwk_podcast. Thanks, Mani xoxo  

    S4E8: 3am cult documentaries, where's Jeff Bezos really taking us?, perfecting macarons, SMART water is chewy?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2022 35:44


    S4E7: Ukraine, refugees & racism, Matt Hancock PR stunt or redemption? And “no” is a complete sentence

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2022 37:39


    Hey guys, How are you all doing? Welcome to another episode of what do we know! In today's episode, we speak about the current situation in Ukraine and the sad flight for refugees. We also speak about Matt Hancock's surprise appearance on Steven Bartlett's podcast; a sceptical Sundus believes it's a well thought out PR stunt, while Mani believes it's redemption. And lastly, Mani has an epiphany this week and shares her thoughts on why “no” is a complete sentence. Hope you enjoy the episode and don't forget to follow us on Instagram and Twitter @wdwk_podcast. Thanks, Sundus x

    S4E6: Holidaying in LA, Storm Eunice and Khan V Brook

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2022 28:13


    Hiiii guys, hope you're all doing well and keeping safe. In today's episode, Arooj couldn't make it as she is leaving for LA (so exciting!!) so Sundus and I start off the conversation there reminiscing about some moments from our trip together, we then speak about the infamous Storm Eunice that hit the UK on the weekend and end off with a ramble about Boxing. I'm particularly interested to hear your thoughts on what we talk about Boxing so let us know over on our insta @wdwk_podcast. Have a great week and enjoy the episode!! :D Thanks, Mani xox

    S4E5: The Tinder Swindler, Valentine's day, exploring Space and the Loch Ness Monster

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2022 41:49


    Hi guys, hope you're all doing well. In this ep, we go through a variety of topics starting off with the The Tinder Swindler (documentary on Netflix) which Sundus describes with all the gory details, followed by Valentine's day which just passed us at the start of this week. We then explore a recent news feature where London's public transport fares are due to increase in March and round off the episode with a deep conversation exploring the vastness and darkness of space, the depths of the ocean and the Loch Ness Monster. Enjoy ;) Don't forget to catch us on our insta @wdwk_podcast :) Thanks, Mani xoxo

    S4E4: How to get closer to Allah (swt) and a glimpse into married life

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2022 42:02


    Hi all, hope you're all doing well and keeping safe. In today's episode, Sundus wasn't able to make the recording so it's just me and Ruji speaking (dw, we know we're your faves :P).. we start off with a little snippet into chores and specifically hoovering, then go into two big topics; one on developing your relationship with Allah (swt) which was a great conversation if I do say so myself and the second topic on getting a glimpse into some of the changes you undertake when you get married. All-in-all, we hope you enjoy it and please do let us know your thoughts on what we discussed over on our insta @wdwk_podcast. Lots and lots of love and wishing you all a great week, Mani xoxoxo

    S4E3: censoring social media, Elon Musk and his revolutionary brain chip and The Huberman Lab podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2022 42:18


    Hi alllll, Hope you're doing well. In today's ep, we speak about social media, our favourite platforms and how China is censoring their version of TikTok (Douyin). We also speak about how Elon Musk is creating a brain chip that will aim to cure human illnesses/conditions (I'll believe it when I see it...) and Arooj speaks about a podcast that she's been listening to recently called "The Huberman Lab" podcast. And of course, we have a little ramble on food and Netflix.. as per usual. :p Enjoy the episode and follow us on our insta at @wdwk_podcast. Thanks, Mani xoxoxo

    S4E2: NFTs and getting rich quick.. (maybe)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2022 29:50


    Hi everyone, hope you're doing well and keeping safe. In today's episode, Arooj wasn't feeling well so it's just Sundus and I talking about all sorts including exams and mocks papers and our 2022 stretch goals which include quizzes of the world but for better entertainment, NFTs and how Sundus' is trying to get that $$$$$$. Haha, we've got alot of learning to do but that's life I guess! Don't forget to catch us on insta at @wdwk_podcast - tag us when you're listening and let us know your thoughts on what was spoken about. Thanks, Mani xoxoxoxo P.S. for those wanting to take the world quiz, let me know how well you do: https://www.sporcle.com/games/g/world 

    S4E1: we're back

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2022 70:20


    Hiiiiii guys, HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! We hope you're all having a great start to the year and keeping safe. We are back and as usual, start the season with a bit of a life update and catch-up on the things we've been watching, listening to and reading over the past 8 months (YES, it's been 8 months, I know!!)… you can expect the regular conversation, digressions and laughs. Enjoy the episode and let us know how you're doing and what you're reading over on our insta @wdwk_podcast xoxoxo, Mani P.S. sorry about the flaky audio, we will get better iA!

    S3 - Episode 5: How we get out of a slump... or try to!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2021 39:32


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    S3 - Episode 4: Ramadan Reflections and Eid Mubarak!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2021 40:19


    Salaam guys, hope you're all doing well. Ramadan is coming to an end :( and we thought we'd commemorate this occasion by having an episode on it. We talk about our ramadan experiences during a global pandemic and what we get up to on Eid day! Eid Mubarak to you all, we hope you have a beautiful and blessed Eid! With love, WDWK

    S3 - Episode 3: Moments that changed your life

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2021 28:25


    Hey everyone! This week we bring you a discussion around each of our own life changing moments, this one's a good one so tune in for some interesting, surprising and crazy stories we share. We'd love to know what your life changing moments are! Let us know in a review or on our socials - @wdwk_podcast Peace and love! Sundus, Arooj & Mani x

    S3 - Episode 2: The Subtle Art of Racism (part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2021 29:39


    Hi all, hope you're doing well. In part 2 of today's episode, we start off with tokenism and share our personal experiences of this

    S3 - Episode 2: The Subtle Art of Racism (part 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2021 31:30


    S3 - Episode 1: Binge worthy shows

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2021 44:45


    S3 - Bonus: Reflections

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2021 39:04


    Hi everyone!!! Welcome back to our third season which we're kicking off with our bonus reflections episode. Tune in to hear what we're reflecting on, our best moment (or moments) from the last year and what we're looking forward to in the year ahead. It wouldn't be an 'What Do We Know' episode without some funny stories, some deep moments and advice and of course our 'what's on your mind' segment. Join us on our journey as we go into season 3, and stick with us throughout the weeks as we have lots more episodes coming up :) Thanks! Love, Arooj, Mani and Sundus.

    Pursuit of Happiness

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2020 47:00


    Hi everyone! We've made it to the FINAL EPISODE OF THE SEASON!!! In this episode we have a discussion around happiness - what happiness is to us, what it means, how we see it in our lives?! We found ourselves reflecting quite a bit in this episode, discussing a significant would you rather question, sharing what's on our mind and what our favourite festivities are and as always having a laugh hearing the stories Sundus has to tell! This season really came with lots of changes, adjustments and in the midst of a crazy year but we loved ending it on this note, and enjoyed sharing this content with you all throughout all of our episodes. We hope you enjoy the episode! As always please do share your feedback, like, comment and keep listening! Your hosts, - Sundus, Arooj and Mani x

    S2 - Episode 7: The Freshly Grounded Game

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2020 47:50


    Hi guys, I hope you and your families are keeping healthy and safe. I know we are all going through something in the world at the moment (with the US Elections and tomorrow being the start of the 2nd UK lockdown), 2020 is winning as one of the most craziest and unpredictable years ever. So don't forget to take care of yourselves, we all need to right now! And I guess, this episode couldn't come at a better time, to distract us from the harsh reality that is 2020! Be prepared for some deep conversations and some laughs whilst we take on the Freshly Grounded Game, with only 2 rules: Be vulnerable. Don't Judge. Thank you for listening and please leave us a review and your thoughts on the episode :) -Sundus, Arooj and Mani

    S2 - Episode 5: Let's talk

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2020 39:06


    Hi guys, hope you and your families are keeping safe. In this episode, we speak about our experiences with GCSE/ALevel results day or as Sundus would put it a "countdown to death", where we share how we felt on the morning of results day and all the nerves leading up to the day itself. Sundus discovers her passion for animal rights whilst trying to negotiate with a hypothetical cow named Daisy, to sacrifice herself and give Sundus the chance to have Five Guys. Arooj makes a big announcement that you don't want to miss and we end with our best and worst part of making this podcast. Hope you guys enjoy the episode. As always, thank you for listening, leave us a review with any feedback and we will catch you on our instagram page @wdwk_podcast and carry the conversation going there. -Sundus, Arooj and Mani

    S2 - Episode 4: Inventions - the good, the great and the random!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2020 41:29


    In this episode we go through our handpicked 'favourite' inventions of the last 50 years, sharing what we like about them, the significance they've had in our lives or the world around us and of course throughout the episode you'll hear plenty of random stories and the occasional mention of food - it wouldn't be what do we know without some kind of tribute to food. We hope you like the episode! Please do like, subscribe and let us know your favourite inventions of the past 50 years! - Sundus, Arooj and Mani

    S2 - Episode 3: Head of Diversity and Inclusion

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2020 40:35


    Hi guys, Hope you're all doing well. If you're intrigued by the title of this episode, then you're on the right track, as that's exactly how I felt when I randomly came across a "Head of Diversity and Inclusion" role post on LinkedIn, a few months ago. I broke down this first experience with the girls and get their thoughts on this new role/dept, what it should look like and the expectation we should have. Of course, it wouldn't be us if we didn't digress, so brace yourselves as we drift off to our favourite topic, FOOD (specifically Masala Chips). We're always looking forward to hearing from you all, so let us know your thoughts/feedback via our insta @wdwk_podcast. Thank you for listening!!! -Sundus, Arooj and Mani

    S2 - Episode 2: The Power of Silence

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2020 40:34


    Hey everyone, In this week's episode we explore some ideas and questions around how powerful silence can be, and as always there are plenty of stories and opinions shared in the mix. Enjoy! and let us know what you think :) - Sundus, Arooj and Mani.

    S2 - Episode 1: Raise your voice (part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2020 38:00


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    S2 - Episode 1: Raise your voice (part 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2020 33:38


    In this episode, we discuss having the courage to speak up about issues of social injustice in the workplace. We recall 3 different experiences on how our workplace navigated conversation around Black Lives Matter, if anything. I touch on unconscious bias training; what is its purpose if there is no real action? And Mani shares with us the privilege of virtually meeting Bryan Stevenson, founder of @eji_org, lawyer, social injustice activist, author of Just Mercy, and an all-round brilliant and exceptional human being. - Sundus, Arooj & Mani

    S2 - Bonus: What the hell, 2020?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2020 45:04


    Hi guys, WE’RE BACK WITH SEASON 2! And we’re kicking it off with a bonus episode. You’ll notice this becoming a little tradition of ours, to start each season with a reflection of the time that has passed between seasons. Life can get quite deep and this year is definitely up there! Make sure you check it out and let us know what you think! Love it or hate it, either way, we want to know. From your hosts, Sundus, Arooj and Mani.

    Episode 9 - It's a wrap

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2020 32:54


    Hi guys, This is the final episode of season 1. I am so proud of us! In this episode we look back at how far our podcast has come, I know it's way to early to say this but it's more about where we were 6 months ago and where we are now. We look back at some funny moments, difficult moments, bickering moments and finally, we explain what 2.1 is. Thank you so much for listening, we love having you and we can't wait to release season 2. Sundus, Arooj, Mani

    Episode 8: It's nice to be nice

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2020 34:29


    Hi guys, Welcome back to another ep of WDWK!  Today, we wanted to take it back to the basics. Everyone goes through problems and struggles and one of the best things we can do (that’s super simple!) is just be nice. It goes an incredibly long way - check out the ep to listen to our thoughts and views on this! From your hosts, Sundus, Arooj and Mani

    Episode 7: ‘It's the little things'

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2020 44:58


    Hey everyone!  This week's episode is all about 'the little things' in life, what they mean to us and more. Tune in to find out what we think and as always hear some stories that shape our thoughts along the way. Thank you for sticking with us past the half way mark of this season! Please keep listening, sharing and giving us your reviews.  -Sundus, Arooj and Mani 

    Episode 6: Let’s talk mental health

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2020 41:00


    Hi there! Welcome to another weekly episode of What Do We Know. This episode is a light hearted conversation around mental health. Do check it out! Don’t forget to follow our page on Instagram and Twitter @wdwk_podcast.

    Episode 5: Identity

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2020 39:25


    Hey guys, In today’s topic, we talk about identity. This is an important topic to us but you may especially be able to relate when you have a background and family from one part of the world but have been born and bred in another. How do the mixes of these cultures affect our identity? Undoubtedly, they will both have an affect. Check out the episode to hear more about who we are and what makes us who we are and do let us know your thoughts. From your hosts, Sundus, Arooj and Mani

    Episode 4: Sport's Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2020 41:06


    In this week's episode, we're talking all things Sports (well our take on Sports).  You'll find a mix of sporty stories, our favourites revealed and some important examples we've picked up and shared in relation to the Sporting world. As always we have our questions and our 'what do we know' segment at the end - we hope you enjoy!  Thank you lovely people for listening and loving us. Please keep sharing and giving us your reviews :) - Sundus, Arooj and Mani 

    Episode 3: Duck Duck Goose

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2020 34:51


    In this episode, we try to tackle diversity and representation. It's a 'meaty' subject so we do approach it in different ways. Let us know what you think! Thanks for listening and please keep on sharing with family, friends and the neighbourhood. P.S. let us know if you get the 'Duck Duck Goose' reference.

    Episode 2: Alone[ly]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2020 40:09


    We are already at the launch of episode 2 for 'What Do We Know' and couldn't be more excited. :D Ep2 is all about alone time - in both, positive and negative regards. How we spend our alone time says alot about our character, personality and who we are as individuals. If you don't give yourself enough time, then maybe this episode may help you to reflect on yourself, your time and how you spend it, just like it did for us. Thank you all for the feedback and love so far. Please keep the reviews, comments and feedback coming. Catch us on our socials, insta and Twitter, at @wdwk_podcast It would be great to hear your thoughts on this episode! - Sundus, Arooj and Mani

    Episode 1: The Power of Words

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2019 43:07


    Welcome to the first episode of 'What do we know'. We decided to kickstart our season with a discussion around the topic of the power of words - something that every single person an relate to in one way or another. Expect to hear our views on a few questions, many laughs and stories and a fun little trivia at the end! We hope you enjoy listening and find something you can resonate with in our words. Also catch us on our socials; insta and twitter to see some extra BTS from us - @wdwk_podcast - Sundus, Arooj and Mani

    Bonus: Reflections of 2019

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2019 36:49


    Hi guys, We are so excited to finally be launching our bonus/pilot ep. In this episode, we wanted to introduce you guys to who we are and decided to do that by speaking about our reflections of the year, including our biggest takeaways and lessons. Catch us on on our socials, insta and Twitter, to see some extra BTS from us - @wdwk_podcast Hope you all enjoy, Sundus, Arooj and Mani

    Trailer: What Do We Know

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2019 2:25


    Hi guys, This is the official WDWK trailer where we attempted to introduce ourselves to you all... and teach you the phonetic alphabet, lol. The truth is, we realised we had to upload something in order to keep our podcast alive before releasing our actual content. So stay with us and expect the first AND bonus episodes to be released on 1st Jan 2020 for #WDWKWednesdays! We look forward to connecting with you all soon. :) From your hosts, Sundus, Arooj and Mani

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