Janine and Tshego talk about the Met Gala (RIHANNA!), the movies Acrimony and Rafiki, the Roast of Somizi, Geraldine Fraser-Moleketi, Zora Neale Hurston’s Barracoon and Blair Imani. Get into it!(The jingle you hear at the start and end is 'Ri

Frank Episode 39: Frank Boom Boom

Apr 26th, 2018 1h 39m

Janine and Tshego are joined by Whitney of the Fatty Boom Boom podcast to talk about fat activism and body positivity. You’ll also find some Beychella stanning, and no signs galore.(The jingle you hear at the start and end is 'Rise & Shine' b

Frank Episode 38: That PHD Is Poppin

Apr 13th, 2018 46m 40s

Imagine having a whole PHD? We call out CIS people and talk about protecting your space.(The jingle you hear at the start and end is 'Rise & Shine' by Audiobinger, from Free Music Archive.)

Frank Episode 37: Womandla

Apr 5th, 2018 1h 4m

In this catch up episode, Janine and Tshego talk about Nomzamo Mbatha, Mam’Winnie Mandela, cultural boycotts, The Slumflower, Black Panther, tinyletter newsletters and letting go of things that no longer serve us. (The jingle you hear at the

Frank Episode 37: Womandla

Apr 5th, 2018 1h 4m

Frank Episode 36: Let's Age Like Laverne

Feb 12th, 2018 59m 21s

In this episode, Janine and Tshego talk about Laverne Cox on the cover of Cosmopolitan South Africa, Inxeba The Wound, Black Panther, Makosha Maja-Rasethaba and call out women who prop up sexual harassers. (The jingle you hear at the start an

Frank Episode 35: Welcome To Twenty Slayteen

Jan 11th, 2018 59m 38s

Welcome to 2018! In this episode, Janine and Tshego talk goals, dreams, plans and accountability :)(The jingle you hear at the start and end is 'Rise & Shine' by Audiobinger, from Free Music Archive.)

Frank Episode 34: It's A Must

Nov 2nd, 2017 47m 20s

In this episode, Janine and Tshego talk about Zandi Tisani, Drs Viwe Mtwesi and Mpho Tshivhase, Miss Peru, consent classes in Kenya and #NaNoWriMo.They also react to Lindiwe Sisulu and Kevin Spacey. Oh, and an announcement: there'll be a Fr

Frank Episode 33: Stocko-Vel Meeting

Oct 25th, 2017 1h 10m

In this episode, Janine and Tshego discuss how, in the patriarchy, we're all 'Stocko' to someone.They highlight Mary Sibande, Erika Lust, The Girl NDA, 'The Talk', Nobuhle Mtshali's Serithi Campaign, setting healthy boundaries and self-care a

Frank Episode 32: Filmmaker Zandi Tisani Co-Hosts

Oct 20th, 2017 2h 9m

In this episode, Janine and Tshego are joined by filmmaker Zandi Tisani (@ZandiTee). She’s headed to New York to participate in the Independent Pilot Competition at the New York Television Festival. Claps for her!We discuss everything from Do

Frank Episode 31: Scammed While Feminist

Oct 11th, 2017 1h 20m

In this episode, Janine and Tshego discuss everyone and everything from Michelle Obama, to Mykki Blanco, Donna Karan, to Dove, and Mokgadi Mabela to Quvenzhané Wallis. We also discuss what it means to be scammed while Feminist. (The jingle y

Frank Episode 30: Getting Personal With Pontsho Pilane

Oct 3rd, 2017 2h 35m

In this episode, Janine and Tshego are joined by journalist, feminist and amazing woman Pontsho Pilane. They also discuss DJ Dimplez, Hugh Hefner, Azealia Banks - and the rest of this week's mess.(The jingle you hear at the start and end is

Frank Episode 29: Hella Insecure

Sep 22nd, 2017 1h

In this episode, Janine and Tshego cover A LOT of ground, from Inxeba, to Riky Rick, Serena and Venus Williams and Insecure Season 2. (The jingle you hear at the start and end is 'Rise & Shine' by Audiobinger, from Free Music Archive.)

Frank Episode 28: Frank And Fenty

Sep 14th, 2017 1h 8m

In this episode, Janine and Tshego co-sign Toya Delazy, Tumi Morake and Fenty Beauty! They also give no-signs to Maria Sharapova and Covergirl. Here are the details on the South African based beauty brands mentioned: Miss Salon London – www.

Frank Episode 27: The Right To Choose

Sep 6th, 2017 1h 10m

In the latest episode, Janine and Tshego answer some reader mail about violence on social media and anti-choice legislation. They also talk about #LetMeHelpCV, L'Oreal, Sibongile Mani, Lulama Ngalo-Morrison, John Lewis’ gender neutral kids clot

Frank Episode 26: Can We Applaud These Womxn?

Aug 31st, 2017 1h 15m

Janine and Tshego have had enough with bad news. In this episode, they shine a light on womxn changemakers. An episode filled with Shine & Slay.(The jingle you hear at the start and end is 'Rise & Shine' by Audiobinger, from Free Music Archiv

Frank Episode 25: Can We Question Privilege?

Aug 24th, 2017 59m 19s

Janine and Tshego want to know if we can ever really question our own privilege. In this episode, they talk about Maxine Waters, Esther Mahlangu, Destiny Magazine, poverty and rape statistics, Terry Pheto and Mampho Brescia’s Let’s Learn Toys e

Frank Episode 24: Can We Cancel Womxn's Month?

Aug 18th, 2017 57m 1s

Janine and Tshego want to cancel Womxn’s Month. This is a messy episode that lives for drama, with topics including: Tibeb Girls, Grace Mugabe, Mduduzi Manana, Caster Semenya and even Bonang’s book. (The jingle you hear at the start and fin

Frank Episode 23: Mental Disposition

Jul 26th, 2017 1h 12m

In this week's episode, Janine and Tshego discuss SLAYAGE. Thando Hopa, Nicolette Mason, Gabi Fresh, Tracy Oliver, Nthabeleng Likotsi and Khanyi Mbau are all DOING AMAZING (SWEETIE).Then there's the pure trash of Tbo Touch and Arthur Mafokate

Frank Episode 22: Bad And Boujee Remix

Jul 19th, 2017 42m 31s

In the latest episode of Frank, Janine and Tshego discuss Marie Claire Naked, The Ninevites, R Kelly, Black woman podcasters, Beyonce and self-care. You can find the best Bad & Boujee remix on @Mdu_Nje's Twitter Account. The jingle you hear a

Frank Episode 21: Trashbag Bingo

Jul 6th, 2017 50m 57s

Rob Kardashian, Bathabile Dlamini, M&G Young 200 and so much more on the mind...

Frank Episode 20: The Ratchet Catch Up

Jul 3rd, 2017 1h 6m

Janine and Tshego are back. Yes, for real this time.(The jingle you hear at the start and finish is 'Rise & Shine' by Audiobinger, from Free Music Archive.)

Frank Episode 19: Compliments And Collectivism

Jun 16th, 2016 1h 1m

In the latest episode, Janine and Tshego discuss:iQhiya art collective Blackbird books How likability can stop us from greatnessAn ANTM alum and ableism Support for the LGBTQI community post-Orlando Shooting Geraldine Fraser-MoleketiComp

Frank Episode 18: Normal Girl Magic

Jun 9th, 2016 35m 50s

Janine and Tshego are back and discussing their co- and no-signs. They chat about everyone from Cardi B, True Love magazine, Buhle Ngaba and normal girl magic.

Frank Episode 17: Mohale Mashigo, The Yearning

May 26th, 2016 1h 6m

Janine and Tshego sit down with Mohale Mashigo (aka Carol Mashigo and Black Porcelain) to discuss her debut novel The Yearning. Join them as they chat literature, writing, mental health, spirituality, co-signs and no-signs. The Yearning is