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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

S1 Ep 93Just Use Your Free Will and Change the Date of Your Birthday Ft Deji Vu

Welcome to another episode of Faking Adulthood, home of the fake adults. I’m your host Rita Balogun, and this week I’m joined by returning co-host Deji Vu.. yes, he’s back… and no, he won’t be back again.In this episode, we get into dating, unpack our so-called “traumas”, and Deji attempts to play therapist while we overshare like true adults who definitely have it all together. The conversation is honest, chaotic, and occasionally unhinged but that’s adulthood, right?If you enjoy funny dating conversations, relatable adulting struggles, and unfiltered podcast chats, this episode of Faking Adulthood is for you.🎄 Merry Christmasssss! 🎄Join the conversation and don’t forget to share, follow, and subscribe to Faking Adulthood for more comedy, chaos, and real-life talk.You can Follow Us on IG @msritab@fakingadulthoodpod @deji_vu Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 22, 20251h 29m

S1 Ep 92And Then I Discovered Running Was Making Me Shorter?? Ft Yemi Ogunmefun

Welcome to Faking Adulthood — home of the fake adults.In this episode, Rita B is joined by Yemi Ogunmefun for what is basically a full-on girl chat. We talk adulting, lovers, running (and its very suspicious side effects), life updates, and absolutely nothing — in the best way possible.Expect laughs, relatable chaos, and honest conversations about figuring life out while pretending to be grown. No advice, just vibes.If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to follow the podcast, share it with a friend, and come back for more weekly episodes of Faking Adulthood. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 15, 20251h 13m

S1 Ep 91I manifest love by eating meals for two ft Rhea Ellen

Hey guys! Welcome back to another episode of Faking Adulthood — home of the fake adults!I’m your host Rita Balogun, joined today by my co-host Rhea Ellen. In this episode, we dive into DVLA chaos, dating and lovers, adulting fails, and the accidental creation of a brand-new friendship.It’s a super fun, unhinged, very Faking Adulthood-coded episode — hope you enjoy it!✨ If you love the pod, don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE!Your support helps other fake adults find us.👜 Tote Bags:www.somethingcosy.com🎵Oyinbo Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3LzDwNx1PB188WSgb7MkPl?si=NkrcRgcfTHOu8N_fq0-jQg&pi=LWj2nkHMQoirFFollow us 🙇🏽‍♀️@[email protected] @msritab  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 8, 20251h 3m

S1 Ep 90Chat GPT lied to me… again! Ft Yasmina aka Chowmina

Hey guys! Welcome back to Faking Adulthood, the home of the fake adults doing their best. Today’s co-host is the iconic Yasmina (aka Chowmina) — certified foodie, nearly qualified Tax advisor, and chaos enthusiast.In this episode, we dive into:ChatGPT lying to us (again)Adulting struggles nobody prepared us forRandom nonsense that means absolutely nothing… but feels essentialIf you love funny podcasts, relatable adulting fails, and chaotic bestie energy, this episode is for you. Enjoy!👜 Bags: www.somethingcosy.com🎶 Our Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3LzDwNx1PB188WSgb7MkPl?si=ug57J3DmQySAF4g2lOFhGg&pi=JncYVIVPS8ujo📲 Follow us for more fake adult wisdom Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 1, 20251h 17m

S1 Ep 89After giving birth, nurses just let you take the baby home? Ft Mariam Musa

Welcome back to Faking Adulthood!This week, Rita Balogun is joined by the amazing Mariam Musa for a hilarious, wide-open girl chat about motherhood, AI, and the absolute chaos of trying to be a “real” adult.Expect laughs, honest moments, and the kind of conversations you only have with your favourite people — from baby talk to tech to absolutely nothing that makes any sense… aka peak fake-adult energy.Don’t forget to follow the podcast, rate the episode, and share with someone who’s also faking their way through adulthood!Shop the Toteswww.somethingcosy.comListen to the Oyinbo music that makes you feel alive playlist:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3LzDwNx1PB188WSgb7MkPl?si=ALuJk5o3R568MLLINJOkRw&pi=XXuUOpTWQnmBbFollow UsRita: @msritabPodcast: @fakingadulthoodpodMariam: @itsmariammusa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 24, 20251h 16m

S1 Ep 88Your Baldness makes me trust you ft KG

Welcome back to Faking Adulthood!Your host Rita Balogun is joined today by the hilarious KG Tha Comedian for a chaotic conversation about losing your hair, figuring out adulting, and why KG suddenly decided he wants to be Rita’s new best friend.It’s a loud, funny, unfiltered episode — enjoy!Please don’t forget to follow, rate the show, and share it with another fake adult!Shop Something Cosy:www.somethingcosy.comFollow Us:Rita Balogun – @msritabKG Tha Comedian – @kgthacomedianFaking Adulthood – @fakingadulthoodpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 17, 20251h 22m

S1 Ep 87I think Married people are selfish ft VP in the cut

Welcome to another episode of Faking Adulthood, home of the fake adults! 🫶🏽This week, Rita Balogun is joined by VP from the 90s Baby Show for a hilarious and slightly chaotic chat about:Dealing with builders and learning how to “adult” 🧱Leaving the streets behind 👋🏽And why married people might just be a little selfish 💍It’s funny, relatable, and painfully honest — the perfect listen for anyone still figuring out what “grown-up” means.Don’t forget to follow, rate, and share the pod — tell a friend to tell a friend (or enemy)!👜 Shop the tote bags: www.somethingcosy.com📱 Follow us:@fakingadulthoodpod | @msritab | @vpinthecut Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 10, 20251h 17m

S1 Ep 86Unrequited Love is worse than an overdraft! Ft Ayoade Bamgboye

Hey fake adults! It’s your host Rita Balogun, joined by my fave Ayoade Bamgboye 💕This episode is a bit longer than usual (and yes, the mics gave up after an hour 😭 so bear with the sound switch-up). We chat about:💸 The struggles of adulting💔 The pain of unrequited love😂 And absolutely nothing of real value — just good vibes, laughs, and chaotic girl chat energy.If you love funny, unfiltered conversations about life, love, and pretending to have it all together — this one’s for you.✨ Don’t forget to follow, share, and rate the pod — we appreciate you so much!👜 Tote bags: www.somethingcosy.comFollow us on Instagram:🎙️ @fakingadulthoodpod👩🏽‍🎤 @msritab💫 @ayoadezahrah Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 3, 20251h 21m

S1 Ep 85Running during working hours is outrageous ft Erica aka Russian Roulette

Hey guys, welcome to another episode of Faking Adulthood — home of the fake adults! 🫠I’m your host Rita Balogun, and today my co-host Erica (aka Russian Roulette) joins me for some top-tier chaos and adulting talk.In this episode, we chat about:🎨 The Paris Louvre robbery (we’re obsessed)💻 Crashing out online and social media meltdowns🥤 What we put in our bodies — and how that’s going…💬 Plus, a whole lot of everything and nothing, just real fake adult energy.It’s the ultimate funny, unfiltered, and relatable conversation for anyone trying to figure life out one chaotic day at a time.If you love podcasts about adulting, pop culture, friendship, and random deep thoughts, this one’s for you.👜 Tote bags and cosy things: www.somethingcosy.comFollow & subscribe so you never miss an episode of Faking Adulthood! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 27, 20251h 11m

S1 Ep 84Stop ordering chicken & chips in Posh restaurants and ban vegans ft Bellah

Hey guys! Welcome back to another chaotic episode of Faking Adulthood, home of the fake adults! I’m your host Rita Balogun, and today I’m joined by the hilarious Bellah.In this episode, we dive into all things adulting, chat about vegan life, and spiral into the most random conversations — including the very serious question: are babies really who they say they are?! 👶🏽😂It’s pure chaos, laughs, and real talk — just how we like it.💬 Listen now and join the Faking Adulthood community!If you enjoy the episode, don’t forget to like, comment, share, and subscribe — it really helps us grow!👜 Check out our tote bags at: www.somethingcosy.comFollow us on socials @fakingadulthoodpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 19, 20251h 6m

S1 Ep 83It’s Too Early for Christmas Jumpers (Don’t Get Me Mad) ft Adjani Salmon

This week on Faking Adulthood, host Rita Balogun is joined by Adjani Salmon, creator of the hit show Dreaming Whilst Black. They chat all things love, TV, and the chaos of adulting, with plenty of laughs and nonsense along the way.Expect real talk, random tangents, and pure enjoyment from two fake adults trying to figure life out.Follow, share, and join the F.A. family — because we’re all just faking adulthood anyway. 💅🏾#FakingAdulthood #AdjaniSalmon #DreamingWhilstBlack #Adulting #ComedyPodcast #RitaBalogun Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 14, 20251h 12m

S1 Ep 82One thing about me? I will snitch! Ft Joseph Charm

Hey guys! Welcome back to another episode of Faking Adulthood — home of the fake adults! 👋I’m your host Rita Balogun, joined by my co-host Joseph Charm, and today we’re diving into the wild world of snitching, adulting challenges, and honestly… a whole bunch of nothing (but make it funny).Expect real talk, random chaos, and relatable laughs about trying to figure life out one awkward moment at a time. Whether you’re a professional snitch, a struggling adult, or just here for the vibes — this one’s for you.🎧 Listen now and join the conversation!If you’re enjoying Faking Adulthood, don’t forget to like, share, comment, and subscribe — it helps us fake it a little better every week.🛍️ Shop our tote bags www.somethingcosy.com💬 Follow us on socials: @FakingAdulthoodPodcast | @RitaBalogun | @JosephCharm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 5, 20251h 13m

S1 Ep 81If you’re hearing this, you missed the rapture!

Welcome to another episode of Faking Adulthood – the comedy podcast for fake adults everywhere. 🎙️This solo chaos episode is 45 minutes of pure unfiltered fun where we dive into:☁️ What happens if you miss the rapture🎬 How “romance” movies totally ruin real-life dating💌 dating chaos🌀 The daily comedy of trying to be an adultIf you’ve ever felt like you’re faking adulthood, you’ll laugh, cringe, and totally relate. It’s fun, it’s messy, it’s adulting!Follow Faking Adulthood for more comedy episodes about life, dating, relationships, and everything in between. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 29, 202542 min

S1 Ep 80I wonder how many people bring up your name in Therapy ft Kojey Radical

Welcome back to Faking Adulthood — the home of the fake adults! 🎙️I’m your host Rita Balogun, and today my co-host is the amazing Kojey Radical.We get into:💘 Dating🚗 Parking ticket nightmares😂 Random laughs & stories we can’t even rememberIt’s all vibes, banter, and real-life “adulting” struggles — we hope you enjoy listening as much as we loved talking!✨ Don’t forget to check out Kojey Radical’s new project “Don’t Look Down.”👜 And grab a tote bag from my brand Something Cosy → www.somethingcosy.comFollow, rate ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐, and share if you’re a fellow fake adult! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 21, 20251h 12m

S1 Ep 79Why don’t bus drivers wave at eachother anymore ft Chikamso

Apple subscriptions are draining my bank account, bus drivers don’t even wave at each other anymore, and honestly… adulthood is exhausting.In this episode of Faking Adulthood, I’m joined by Chikamso as we dive into the chaos of birthday dinners, the slow crumble of society, and why being a “real adult” still feels like a scam. It’s awkward, funny, and way too real.🎧 New here? Hit follow so you never miss an episode of Faking Adulthood.👜 Tote bags are live for pre-order at www.somethingcosy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 14, 20251h 9m

S1 Ep 78The Great Lock-In should be scared of me, actually! Ft Elaine Babey

Welcome back to Faking Adulthood, the comedy podcast for anyone just trying to figure out life without a manual.In this episode, host Rita Balogun and co-host Elaine Babey dive into:Surviving The Great Lock-In (and why maybe it should be scared of us 👀)The highs and lows of economy travel ✈️Fake adult life, random stories, and a whole lot of laughterIf you’ve ever felt like you’re pretending to be an adult, you’ll relate to this one. Perfect for commutes, lazy days, or when you need a funny podcast to brighten your mood.👜 New tote bags are now live → www.somethingcosy.comFollow, rate ★★★★★, and share to help more fake adults find us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 8, 20251h 17m

S1 Ep 77I think you should use Cecrèd to grow your brows! Ft Stephan Sarpong

It’s been 2 weeks and I MISSED you BAD! 🎙️ I’m your host Rita Balogun and today I’m joined by the one and only Stephan Sarpong.We talk about everything and nothing — from the chaos of adulting, funny rants, and random thoughts, to life updates and BIG NEWS: the tote bags are finally available! (Yes, I took my sweet time 🤭).If you love comedy podcasts, relatable “adulting” struggles, and unfiltered conversations, this episode is for you.👉 Grab your tote: www.somethingcosy.comDon’t forget to follow, share, and leave us a review — it means the world! 💛 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 31, 20251h 3m

S1 Ep 76DRIVING LESSONS SHOULD ONLY BE AFTER MIDNIGHT ft Sheila

This week on Faking Adulthood, Rita Balogun is joined by a very special co-host – listener of the show Sheila from Ireland! 🇮🇪 They dive into:🚗 Why people should only learn to drive after midnight❤️ Dating in Belfast😅 Adulting wins and failsRita wanted to bring a listener on the show because what is community without its people? After many applied, Sheila’s infectious personality made her the perfect guest.We hope you enjoyyyyy ❤️Follow & share if you love rants, real talk, and hilarious takes on adulting! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 10, 20251h 2m

S1 Ep 75Your Broadcast messages are ruining my life ft The Odditty

Your Broadcast Messages Are Ruining My LifeWelcome to another episode of Faking Adulthood – home of the fake adults! I’m your host Rita Balogun, joined this week by my chaotic co-host The Oddity.In this episode, we:Rant about DND mode violators 🚫Call out WhatsApp broadcast message offenders 📢Dive into a juicy “Am I the Asshole?” scenario, Reddit style 🔥And unpack a whole bunch of unseriousness 😅Basically, we fake adulthood and have a fab time doing it.💬 Join the convo in the comments, leave a review, and hit that follow button.🎧 New episodes every week!📱 Follow us on socials for updates and behind-the-scenes chaos. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 3, 20251h 13m

S1 Ep 74Born to be a Prince, forced to be “Poor” ft Shabaz

Born to Be a Prince, Forced to Be Poor | Faking Adulthood PodcastIn this hilarious episode of Faking Adulthood, host Rita Balogun is joined by co-host Shabaz for a chaotic deep dive into the weird world of adulting.We chat about:🏃‍♂️ How Shabaz became insufferable after running a marathon (I’m jealous) 🪦 What it’s like working in a morgue (yes, there were dead bodies)🏫 Rita’s entire school history being wiped out because all her schools shut down (???)From royal delusions to real-life struggles, this episode is full of funny, raw, and relatable moments about being broke, being dramatic, and being confused — basically, being an adult.🎧 Listen for:Unfiltered adulting failsDark humor and absurd life storiesMillennial & Gen Z takes on success, struggle, and self-delusion💬 Follow the pod @fakingadulthoodpod📲 New episodes every week!#FakingAdulthood #FunnyPodcast #AdultingFails #ComedyPodcast #MillennialPodcast #MarathonStory #MorgueJob #RelatablePodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 28, 20251h 10m

S1 Ep 73I chased that man on foot & you know I don’t chase men ft Camille Bright

🎙️ Welcome to another episode of Faking Adulthood – the podcast for anyone who’s just winging it!I’m your host Rita Balogun, and today I’m joined by one of my oldest and dearest friends, Camille Bright! 🎉In this hilarious and honest episode, we dive into everything from:🤖 AI and whether it’s going too far (are the robots really coming for us?)💘 Modern dating struggles😂 And a whole lot of random nonsense that’ll make you laugh, cringe, and nod in agreementIt’s real talk, fake adulting, and maximum chaos – just how we like it.If you enjoy this episode, please don’t forget to like, comment, share, and subscribe – your support means the world and helps more fake adults find us 💛 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 21, 20251h 13m

S1 Ep 72I had an epiphany..there are only 5 good men in London ft Kandie Jo

Hey guys! Welcome back to another episode of Faking Adulthood — home of the fake adults! 🎭 I’m your host Rita Balogun, and today I’m joined by our regular co-host Kandie Jo as we dive into our most chaotic chat on love, dating, and post-breakup life yet.We’re talking about: • Breakups & back on the streets • The pressure of finding love in 2025 • Whether running for romance is actually insane • Why doing your toes post-breakup is okayThis one feels like a late-night FaceTime with your girls — unfiltered, funny, and way too real.🎧 Listen if you’re single, in a situationship, or just tired of the dating game.⸻💌 Thank you SO much for all the love and support!Don’t forget to like, comment, subscribe, and share with your fake adult friends!📲 Follow us on socials:📸 Instagram: [@FakingAdulthoodPod]🎙️ TikTok: [@FakingAdulthoodPod]#DatingInLondon #comedypodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 14, 20251h 9m

S1 Ep 71I want to be the Queen of Asia. Yes I know i’m Black. Ft Qoy

🎙️ Welcome to another episode of Faking Adulthood – the podcast for fake adults figuring life out one laugh at a time!I’m your host Rita Balogun, and today I’m joined by my hilarious co-host Qoy (no last name – and that’s okay!).In this episode, we dive into a totally random, completely unserious conversation about everything and nothing – from delusional dreams (like becoming the Queen of Asia 👑) to the struggles of pretending we know what we’re doing as grown-ups.Expect chaos. Expect confusion. And most of all… expect laughs.Thank you so much for the support, please don’t forget to follow and rate the show ❤️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 6, 20251h 17m

S1 Ep 70I’m triggered by your accent (respectfully) ft Adeola K

Welcome to another episode of Faking Adulthood – home of the fake adults, where we talk about everything and nothing!I’m your host, Rita Balogun, and today my co-host is the fabulous Adeola K. In this episode, we’re asking the real questions:🔊 Why aren’t fans actually silent in 2025?🗣️ Why do certain accents trigger us emotionally (no shade… okay, maybe a little)?🧠 Forehead debates: Is it big, or are you projecting?📉 And finally: Are you as adult as you think you are? Spoiler alert… probably not.If you’re into chaotic deep dives, unfiltered banter, and laugh-out-loud fake wisdom—this one’s for you. 💥💬 Let us know in the comments: What accent gives you war flashbacks? Be honest (but respectful)!Wondering if you’re an asshole? Ask me here and we’ll let you know in the new episode: https://ngl.link/msritab1✨ Like, comment, subscribe & share if you’ve ever pretended to know what you’re doing in life.Oyinbo Playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3LzDwNx1PB188WSgb7MkPl?si=Hlj49PewQAODR3jzIRNdEw&pi=XDZmp9tGRy2f0Tote Bags - https://mailchi.mp/a1198e18b948/coming-soon Hope you enjoyyyy!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 30, 20251h 2m

S1 Ep 69I’ve seen you play padel. You can’t be Gen Z. Ft Harry Pinero

Welcome to another episode of Faking Adulthood, home of the fake adults! I’m your host Rita Balogun, and today my co-host is the one and only Harry Pinero. It’s a match made.We talk football lingo (take a touch), British words, and a whole bunch of nothing – in the best way. All in all, it’s a great conversation and we hope you enjoyyyy!!🎉 WE HIT 10K SUBSCRIBERS GUYS on YT Thank you so so much – truly appreciate the support more than you know. Next stop: 20K?Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe. Tell a friend. Tell an enemy. Let’s grow this fake adult fam!#FakingAdulthood #HarryPinero #RitaBalogun #FootballLingo #BritishPodcast #AdultingPodcast #UKPodcast #FakeAdults Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 16, 20251h 23m

S1 Ep 68Under my rulership, bank holidays won’t exist! Ft Ehis Ilozobhie

Welcome to another episode of Faking Adulthood – home of the fake adults!I’m your host Rita Balogun, and today I’m joined by my amazing co-host Ehis Ilozobhie.This episode is hilarious! We chat about bank holidays, public transport etiquette, and a whole bunch of everything and nothing – you know how we do!Whether you’re navigating the chaos of adulthood or just here for a laugh, you’ll feel right at home.✨ We’re sooo close to 10K listeners!Please don’t forget to follow, share, and rate the show – tell a friend, tell an enemy, tell your whole group chat. Every listen counts and I appreciate you all so much!🎙️ In this episode:Bank holiday & why it needs to be cancelled!The do’s and don’ts of public transportLaughs, chaos, and classic fake adult energyFollow Faking Adulthood for weekly episodes full of real talk, laughs, and the occasional existential crisis.#FakingAdulthood #RitaBalogun #EhisIlozobhie #ComedyPodcast #AdultingPodcast #RelatableContent #FunnyPodcast #BlackBritishPodcast #FakeAdultsUnite #SpotifyPodcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 9, 20251h 13m

S1 Ep 67The government is trying to control us with roadworks ft Estelle

🎙️ Welcome back to Faking Adulthood – the home of the fake adults!I’m your host Rita Balogun, and joining me this week is the amazing Estelle!In this hilarious and chaotic episode, we dive into:🚧 The roadworks conspiracy – is the government trying to control us with traffic cones?🎤 My iconic rendition of American Boy (sorry Kanye + Estelle)😱 The most shocking parts of adulthood no one warned us about🎶 Estelle’s brand new album Stay Alta – the inspiration, the sound, the vibesIf you’re into comedy, real talk, fake adulting, and unfiltered opinions, you’re in the right place. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 1, 202552 min

S1 Ep 66She asked to be my bridesmaid but her number wasn’t even saved? Ft Mamadinya

Welcome to another episode of Faking Adulthood. A comedy podcast about love, life & absolutely nothing because we don’t know what we’re doing, we absolutely do not have a clue.Today’s co-host is engaged, might get sued, and has a music career loading?! This week on Faking Adulthood, Rita Balogun is joined by returning fave Mamadinya for a hilarious catch-up full of love, legal drama, and creative chaos.Tote bags - https://mailchi.mp/a1198e18b948/coming-soon🔗 Follow us on socials:@FakingAdulthoodPod | @msritab  | @Mamadinya Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 25, 20251h 18m

S1 Ep 65Why Do the People Who Need Therapy the Most Refuse to Go? Ft Face

Welcome to Faking Adulthood – the comedy podcast where we talk about everything and nothing all at once. I’m your host Rita Balogun, and today I’m joined by the hilarious Face aka Face In The News.In this episode, we dive into:💬 The realities (and hilarities) of therapy❤️ Our takes on love languages📺 The wild new Channel 4 show “Virgin Island” – you won’t believe this concept… and of course, a whole lot of nonsense in between. Because why not?If you’re into funny takes, real convos, and ridiculous TV show reviews, you’re in the right place.📢 LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE if you enjoy chaotic adulting chats, mental health realness, and pop culture hot takes.👇 Drop your thoughts below – What’s your love language? Have you seen Virgin Island?? Let’s talk!🔗 Follow us on socials:@FakingAdulthoodPod | @MsRitaB | @FaceInTheNews Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 18, 20251h 23m

S1 Ep 64I’m Scared of Being Cloned… But ChatGPT Is My Best Friend ft Indiyah Polack

Welcome to another episode of Faking Adulthood – the comedy podcast where we talk about everything and nothing at the same time!I’m your host Rita B, and joining me today is the amazing Indiyah Polack! In this hilarious and cozy episode, we dive into the chaos of growing up, navigating adulthood, and embracing the uncertainty of the future – with plenty of laughs along the way.Grab a cuppa and tune in for real talk, funny stories, and absolutely nothing of serious importance. Whether you’re faking adulthood or just trying to survive it, this episode is for you!Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE with your fellow fake adults!Follow us on Instagram: fakingadulthoodpodFollow Indiyah: IndiyahFollow Rita B: Rita#FakingAdulthood #ComedyPodcast #IndiyahPolack #RitaB #AdultingStruggles #FunnyPodcast #UKPodcast #ChaoticEnergy #GrowingUp #PodcastEpisode #MillennialHumor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 12, 20251h 27m

S1 Ep 63Stop treating me like I’m DMX. I’m soft. Ft Kiell Smith Bynoe

Welcome back to another hilarious episode of Faking Adulthood, the comedy podcast where we talk about everything and absolutely nothing at all!I’m your host, Rita Balogun, and today, I’m joined once again by the one and only Kiell Smith-Bynoe!In this episode, we dive into the chaos of delayed invoices, discuss the fact that the Pope is dead and somehow manage to spend a solid amount of time laughing about nothing in particular.If you’re into comedy podcasts that don’t take themselves too seriously, you’re in the right place.Expect lots of laughs, random stories, and vibes that feel like you’re hanging out with your funniest friends.Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE - Appreciate you all so much! Tote Bags - https://mailchi.mp/a1198e18b948/coming-soonFollow us:Instagram: ​⁠@Msritab @klayzeflaymz TikTok: @fakingadulthoodpod#ComedyPodcast #FakingAdulthood Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 28, 20251h 20m

S1 Ep 62I made this show so we could be best friends. It’s working. Ft Julie Adenuga

Welcome to another episode of Faking Adulthood! I’m your host, Rita Balogun, and today my co-host is the amazing Julie Adenuga. We talk about our budding friendship, music (she thinks her taste is better — it’s not), and whether we’d want to be vampires (yes, I’ve watched Sinners). It’s a great episode where you’ll hear Julie having the bestest time! Hope you enjoyyy! Please don’t forget to share, like, and subscribe. Appreciate you so much!Follow us IG: www.instagram.com/msritab Julie- www.instagram.com/julieadenuga Tote Bags - https://mailchi.mp/a1198e18b948/coming-soonPlaylist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3LzDwNx1PB188WSgb7MkPl?si=fVeBRE0aRf2EYc1D4mg1cg&pi=oOt0 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 20, 20251h 16m

S1 Ep 61Slap your balls on the table & tell me you’re here! Ft Nella Rose

Welcome to another episode of Faking Adulthood — the comedy podcast where we talk about everything and nothing all at once! I’m your host, Rita Balogun, and this week I’m joined by the amazing Nella Rose.In this episode, we dive into toilet etiquette, the unspoken rules no one wants to admit to, and Nella shares her hilarious, unfiltered experiences navigating the modern dating scene. Plus, we chat about how sharing your location with your friends might just be the ultimate act of love.It’s good vibes, laughs, and girl talk you don’t want to miss!New episodes every week. Make sure to follow, rate, and share the podcast — Appreciate you so much! Oyinbo Playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3LzDwNx1PB188WSgb7MkPl?si=5RsyIHN6SGm1-nUcWIoLvw&pi=tBufQIZCSVeAFTote Bags - https://mailchi.mp/a1198e18b948/coming-soon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 13, 202557 min

S1 Ep 60When times are dark, ask yourself.. Have you lipsed? Ft Kandie Jo

Welcome back to Faking Adulthood – the comedy podcast where we talk about everything and nothing, all while pretending to have it together.I’m your host, Rita Balogun, and joining me today is no stranger to the show – the one and only Kandie Jo.This episode? Pure chaos. No plan, no filter, just two friends talking nonsense, oversharing, and spiralling (as per usual).Expect unhinged tangents, adulting fails, and plenty of laughs.We’re on the road to 10K subscribers – yayyy!If you’re enjoying the madness, make sure to follow, rate, and share the show. It means the world! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 6, 20251h 3m

S1 Ep 59Don’t let your boyfriend stop you from meeting your Husband ft Juice

Hey everyone! Welcome back to Faking Adulthood, the comedy podcast where we navigate the chaos of growing up—figuring things out (or not) and laughing through it all!In this episode, I’m joined by the hilarious Juice, and we’re unpacking:✔️ What it really means to have a crush (hint: it’s deeper than you think)✔️ How to escape the friendzone (or if it’s even possible)✔️ Plus, a whole lot of random, relatable adulthood strugglesIf you love funny, unfiltered conversations about life, relationships, and faking adulthood, this episode is for you!✨ Don’t forget to follow, rate, and review—I’m on the road to 10K listeners, and every share helps!🎧 Listen on Acast, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.🔗 Follow me on IG for more updates!www.instagram.com/msritab Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 31, 20251h 15m

S1 Ep 58When they say my reward is in heaven sometimes it’s not enough ft King Karine

Hey everyone, I missed you!Welcome to another episode of Faking Adulthood, the comedy podcast where we talk about everything and nothing at the same time. I’m your host, Rita Balogun, and today I’m joined by my fabulous co-host, King Karine!In this episode, we dive into some deep and hilarious topics, including motherhood, feeling misunderstood, and some unexpected future plans. By the end of the conversation, you’ll definitely feel like you know Karine on a whole new level!Make sure to tune in, and if you enjoy the show, don’t forget to:✔️ Like✔️ Subscribe✔️ Share with your friendsWe’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode, so drop us a comment or DM us on social media. Thanks for listening, and we’ll catch you in the next one! Love you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 24, 20251h 4m