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Show overview

Faking Adulthood has been publishing since 2024, and across the 2 years since has built a catalogue of 113 episodes. That works out to roughly 130 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.

Episodes typically run an hour to ninety minutes — most land between 1h and 1h 17m — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Comedy show.

The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 1 weeks ago, with 19 episodes already out so far this year. Published by Rita B.

Episodes
113
Running
2024–2026 · 2y
Median length
1h 9m
Cadence
Weekly

From the publisher

Faking Adulthood is a fun, lighthearted podcast where we dive into adulting chaos, admitting we're clueless whilst having a laugh about it. Join me your host Rita Balogun for relatable stories, questionable advice, and an all-around good time. Let's fake this adulthood thing together- because who needs a manual anyway? Ready for some laughs? Join us every Monday for a new episodes & co-hosts.Follow us on IG: Fakingadulthoodpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Latest Episodes

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Stop calling me your ex. I have no exes. Ft Kimberley Cumberbatch

Jun 22, 202652 min

I nearly applied to be a pastor on indeed.com ft Sammy & Sev

Jun 15, 202651 min

Kissing at 1pm during the week in the is outrageous & jobless! Ft Seyi Classic

Jun 7, 202646 min

You're Not a Villain, You're Just Low on Fibre ft Axel Blake

Jun 1, 202654 min

Deliveroo never delivering my food first feels like a spiritual attack!

May 25, 202630 min

You might not marry your best eater ft Wendy

May 17, 20261h 1m

I will never be a grandparent to a plant ft My Mother

May 4, 20261h 2m

In my spare time I “work” as a lollipop lady Ft Audrey

Apr 26, 20261h 1m

It’s not a crime to be addicted to balls! Ft Pinkolate

Apr 19, 20261h 2m

Under my rulership I will be a ticket inspector assigned to my enemy ft Jameela Joie

Apr 13, 202655 min

S1 Ep 103If men are at the gym at 10am, who is at the office!? Ft Charlie Mase

Welcome back to Faking Adulthood, the podcast where we figure out life as we go.In this episode, Rita Balogun is joined by Charlie Mase for a lighthearted and unfiltered conversation about everything and nothing. From relatable adulting struggles to random thoughts and funny observations, this episode is all about keeping things real and having a laugh.If you’re navigating adulthood and just want a podcast that doesn’t take life too seriously — you’re in the right place.Hope you enjoyyyy!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 6, 20261h 9m

S1 Ep 102My cat died during my favourite artist’s set! Ft Snoochie Shy

This week on Faking Adulthood, Rita Balogun is joined by co-host Snoochie Shy for a chaotic conversation about… absolutely everything and nothing.The two dive into the reality of dating rappers, the tragic story of Snoochie’s beloved cat, and attempt to answer one of life’s most important questions: how are long heads actually created?Expect unfiltered opinions, random thoughts, and the kind of conversations that happen when two people are just figuring out adulthood as they go.If you enjoy funny podcasts, honest conversations and chaotic adulting moments, this episode is for you.Make sure to follow Faking Adulthood so you never miss a new episode.And don’t forget to rate, review and share the podcast! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 16, 20261h 16m

S1 Ep 101How Come Nobody Loves You!? ft. Julie Adenuga | Black British Anthems, Valentine’s Day Weddings & Friendship Chaos

Welcome back to Faking Adulthood, the podcast where we try (and often fail) to be proper adults. 🎙️This week Rita Balogun is joined by broadcaster and cultural tastemaker Julie Adenuga for one of the funniest and most chaotic episodes yet.From debating Valentine’s Day weddings to ranking our favourite Black British music anthems, this episode is basically two best friends chatting nonsense, arguing, laughing and pretending we know how to navigate adulthood.In this episode we talk about:• Weddings on Valentine’s Day (14th February) – romantic or a terrible idea?• Our top Black British anthems and cultural moments• Friendship debates and random adulting struggles• Why Julie might secretly enjoy coming back to the podcastIf you enjoy funny podcasts, Black British culture, friendship conversations and relatable adulting chaos, you’re in the right place.Faking Adulthood is the home of the fake adults – honest conversations about life, culture, relationships and growing up (badly).Subscribe and follow for new episodes every week.Follow us please! @fakingadulthood Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 9, 202650 min

S1 Ep 100You will be celibate in heaven btw ft Uche Natori & Kandie Jo

Welcome back to Faking Adulthood!Rita B is joined by Uche Natori and Kandie Jo as we celebrate 100 episodes of the podcast. What started as faking adulthood has somehow turned into triple digits — and we are still very much unqualified.This episode has absolutely no structure. We cover everything from whether we’ll be celibate in heaven (??), twins being childish, random adulting struggles, and chaotic friendship debates.It’s messy. It’s honest. It’s very on-brand.Thank you for supporting Faking Adulthood for 100 episodes. We genuinely appreciate every listener who’s been here for the journey.Follow the podcast on Instagram:@fakingadulthoodpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 2, 202653 min

S1 Ep 99Whenever I think I’m bad, I remember you’re worse! Ft Dénola Grey

Welcome to another episode of Faking Adulthood, home of the fake adults! I’m your host Rita Balogun & today my co-host is Dénola Grey!We have chaotic conversation about therapy, adulting, sleeper agent theories and the random thoughts that distract us from being productive adults.It’s honest. It’s unserious. It’s self-aware.If you’ve ever thought, “Am I actually an adult or just pretending?” — you’re home.Follow Faking Adulthood on Spotify and share with your favourite fake adult. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 16, 20261h 13m

S1 Ep 98I Can’t Celebrate Valentine’s Day Because My Lover Is Too Wealthy ft Gold Alex

Hey guys, welcome to another episode of Faking Adulthood, home of the fake adults! Today my co-host is Gold Alex.In this episode, we talk about everything and nothing — from Black men’s mental health, to why new drivers shouldn’t be allowed on the same roads as real drivers, and the chaos of Valentine’s Day. We had a great time yapping and hope you enjoy it too.Heads up: we had some audio issues and Gold’s mic was low. If you hear a hissing sound, it’s because we increased the volume. Thank you for your patience ❤️Follow us on Instagram: @fakingadulthoodpod_ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 9, 202659 min

S1 Ep 97I don’t talk to animals, they talk to me ft Malachi Kirby

Hey guys, welcome back to Faking Adulthood — home of the fake adults 🎧This week I’m joined by actor Malachi Kirby — an old friend and all-round legend. You might know him as Hezekiah in A Thousand Blows, now streaming on Disney+, but with me he’s my friend Malachi.We talk birthdays, friendship, talking to animals (don’t ask, just listen), and what it was really like working on A Thousand Blows. Malachi shares insight into the role, the series, and why it’s one you should absolutely have on your watch list.It’s funny, honest, and very fake-adult energy. Hope you enjoy!Please don’t forget to rate, share and comment!! ❤️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 2, 202649 min

S1 Ep 96Seeing my crush once a week is ruining my life ft Kandie Jo

Welcome back to Faking Adulthood, home of the fake adults 🤍I’m your host Rita B, joined by recurring co-host Kandie Jo, and this week we’re chatting dating, animals, debriefing SA, and spiralling through a whole lot of nonsense — as usual.It’s honest, funny, and a little chaotic, perfect if you’re navigating adulthood without a manual.New episodes of Faking Adulthood out regularly — follow the pod so you never miss! Follow us: @fakingadulthoodpod_ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 26, 20261h 3m

S1 Ep 95How can I drive when I don’t have the genetics? Ft Chantè Joseph

Hey guysss! Welcome back to another episode of Faking Adulthood — the home of the fake adults.I’m backkkk!! Did you miss me?? 👀This week I’m joined by the incredible Chanté Joseph, and trust me… this episode is dynamic. We talk all things ADHD, embracing love being random AF and a bunch of other things I genuinely cannot remember (very on theme).If you’ve ever felt like you’re winging adulthood, thriving in chaos, or laughing your way through life pretending to have it together — this episode is for you.🎧 Listen now and join the fake adult community.Thank you soo much for locking in ❤️Follow us:📲 @fakingadulthoodpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 19, 20261h 8m

S1 Ep 94STOP TELLING ME MONEY ISN’T EVERYTHING & GIVE ME YOURS Ft Naomi

Hey guys, welcome back to Faking Adulthood, the podcast for fake adults trying to figure life out one questionable decision at a time. I’m your host Rita Balogun, and in this episode I’m joined by a very special co-host — Naomi, who is both a listener and my manager (because adulthood is wild like that).We honestly can’t even remember everything we talked about, but trust us — it was chaotic, funny, and a very good time. Expect real conversations, random thoughts, laughs, and peak faking adulthood energy as we kick off the new year the only way we know how.If you love relatable podcasts about adulthood, friendships, work, and figuring life out as a 20-something (or 30-something 👀), this episode is for you.✨ Don’t forget to share, like, and subscribe✨ New episodes of Faking Adulthood every week✨ Thank you for all the love and supportHappy New Year, fake adults — we appreciate you all 🎉 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 29, 20251h 2m
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