Yes, & Podcast ZM

Jul 24, 2026 · 51m

Before someone says a single word, we've already decided who they are.They're arrogant. They're shy. They're funny. They're intimidating. They're "not our kind of person."But how much of that story actually belongs to them, and how much of it came from us?In this episode, we're joined once again by special guest Adeola for a conversation about one of the fastest things our brains do: forming first impressions. We unpack where those impressions come from, why they feel so convincing, and how often they quietly shape the relationships we never get to have.Somewhere between the "rude" stranger who turned out to be dealing with a terrible day, the first date who barely looked up from their phone, and the Instagram profile that somehow told you everything before you'd exchanged a single sentence, we realized that first impressions are rarely just about the other person.We talk about pretty privilege, halo effects, trusting your gut, quiet confidence versus loud confidence, and whether the way someone treats a waiter really tells you everything you need to know. We even ask whether intuition is genuine wisdom, or simply judgment wearing a nicer name.It's funny. It's uncomfortable. And it forces all of us to ask the same question.How many people have we misunderstood because we were too confident in a story we made up within the first thirty seconds?Maybe first impressions matter.But maybe second impressions matter even more.📲 Follow us on Instagram: @yesandpodcast.zm🔗 Learn more about us: hopp.bio/yesandpodcastzmCredits🎵 Intro/Outro Music by Cephas Jones🖌️ Logo concept by Blessings Chipanama🎨 Branding & Marketing by Picturesque ZM⚙️ Audio Editing on Adobe Audition☺️ Special thanks to APVA, Afripods🎬 Brought to you by Picturesque ZMWith love,Yes, & Podcast ZM❤️

Jul 10, 2026 · 1h 4m

Some conversations change everything.The ones where someone tells you something you've never seen about yourself. The ones you've rehearsed a hundred times before finally saying the words. The ones that leave the room quieter than when you walked in.In this episode of Yes and Podcast, we're joined by special guest Adeola for one of our most honest conversations yet. Together, we unpack why our generation seems so afraid of difficult conversations. We talk about conflict, criticism, apologies, friendships, relationships, and the cost of staying silent just to keep the peace.From rating the excuses we use to avoid uncomfortable moments, to debating whether honesty always has to hurt, to sharing the conversations that changed how we saw ourselves, this episode goes to places most people would rather avoid.It's funny. It's uncomfortable. And at times, surprisingly personal.Because sometimes the hardest conversation isn't the one you have with someone else.It's the one that forces you to see yourself differently.And maybe the biggest question isn't, "Should I say something?"Maybe it's, "What happens if I don't?"📲 Follow us on Instagram: @yesandpodcast.zm🔗 Learn more about us: hopp.bio/yesandpodcastzmCredits🎵 Intro/Outro Music by Cephas Jones🖌️ Logo concept by Blessings Chipanama🎨 Branding & Marketing by Picturesque ZM⚙️ Audio Editing on Adobe Audition☺️ Special thanks to APVA, Afripods🎬 Brought to you by Picturesque ZMWith love,Yes, & Podcast ZM❤️

Jun 19, 2026 · 56m

You thought you'd attend every class. Study every day. Make lifelong friends. Graduate with your sanity intact.Campus had other plans.In this episode, Natasha takes the hosting seat with Jetrice and Maz for an honest, funny, and deeply relatable dive into university life. They talk about the gap between what you imagined campus would be and what it actually is, the self-taught degree, the peer pressure, the friendships that drift, and the budget that somehow never survives the week.From survival meals no one should admit to eating, to the moment a lecturer points at you and you forget everything you've ever learned, campus life is chaotic, humbling, and somehow still unforgettable.Why does money vanish so fast? How do you actually handle academic burnout? And what does campus teach you about yourself that no course outline ever could?This one is for every student who's ever made a budget they didn't follow, sat in the wrong lecture, or convinced themselves they'd study during recess.📲 Follow us on Instagram: @yesandpodcast.zm🔗 Learn more about us: hopp.bio/yesandpodcastzmCredits🎵 Intro/Outro Music by Cephas Jones🖌️ Logo concept by Blessings Chipanama🎨 Branding & Marketing by Picturesque ZM⚙️ Audio Editing on Adobe Audition☺️ Special thanks to APVA, Afripods🎬 Brought to you by Picturesque ZMWith love,Yes, & Podcast ZM❤️

Jun 5, 2026 · 51m

Does being attractive make life easier? Or do we just notice the people who seem to benefit from it?This week, the crew dives into the world of pretty privilege, the unspoken advantages that can come with being perceived as attractive. We discuss everything from better treatment in public spaces and social settings to the role beauty plays in confidence, relationships, and online attention.But the conversation doesn't stop there. We also explore the hidden pressures of maintaining an image, the need for validation, changing beauty standards, and whether personality can ultimately outweigh appearance.A candid, funny, and thought-provoking discussion that might change the way you see first impressions!📲 Follow us on Instagram: @yesandpodcast.zm🔗 Learn more about us: hopp.bio/yesandpodcastzmCredits🎵 Intro/Outro Music by Cephas Jones🖌 Logo concept by Blessings Chipanama🎨 Branding & Marketing by Picturesque ZM⚙️ Audio Editing on Adobe Audition☺️ Special thanks to APVA, Afripods🎬 Brought to you by Picturesque ZMWith love,Yes, & Podcast ZM❤️

May 8, 2026 · 58m

This episode starts with a confession: none of us are qualified to teach anybody about dating or courtship.Nobody here has courted. Nobody here has dated lol. But somehow, through watching people around us, hearing stories, and playing one too many rounds of Red Flag, Green Flag, we ended up having one of the most honest conversations we've had on the podcast.Somewhere between "he only calls when there's no electricity in his area" and "they fasted together while he was secretly trying to get over someone else," the jokes slowly became a real conversation.In this episode of Yes, & Podcast, we unpack modern relationships, mixed signals, emotional availability, and the difference between someone wanting you versus someone simply not wanting to lose access to you.From funny stories to uncomfortable truths, we talk about relationships that stay hidden, people who say all the right things but move strangely, and why patience can sometimes look dangerously similar to being led on.Because eventually, words stop mattering.And all that's left is what someone consistently does.📲 Follow us on Instagram: @yesandpodcast.zm🔗 Learn more about us: hopp.bio/yesandpodcastzmCredits🎵 Intro/Outro Music by Cephas Jones🖌️ Logo concept by Blessings Chipanama🎨 Branding & Marketing by Picturesque ZM⚙️ Audio Editing on Adobe Audition☺️ Special thanks to APVA, Afripods🎬 Brought to you by Picturesque ZMWith love,Yes, & Podcast ZM❤️

Apr 24, 2026 · 47m

In this episode, we sit with a question most of us avoid, what are you actually doing with your time?Not the version you tell people, but the real one. The one your screen time reveals. The one your unfinished goals quietly point to.What starts as a simple conversation turns into something deeper — a look at the gap between the life you're planning and the one you're actually living. Between discipline and distraction. Between what you should be doing and what you genuinely care about.We talk about the pressure to balance academics, ambition, and personal growth, and Abigail shares her experience of managing a business, school, and exams every three months,completely on her own, with nothing but discipline between her and falling apart.Along the way, we reflect on what it means to grow up and realize that no one is coming with a roadmap. At some point, the priorities you were given stop working, and you're forced to decide for yourself what actually matters.Because priorities don't just shape your schedule.They shape who you become.And eventually, the question becomes simple:If not now… when do you choose yourself?📲 Follow us on Instagram: @yesandpodcast.zm🔗 Learn more about us: hopp.bio/yesandpodcastzmCredits🎵 Intro/Outro Music by Cephas Jones🖌️ Logo concept by Blessings Chipanama🎨 Branding & Marketing by Picturesque ZM⚙️ Audio Editing on Adobe Audition☺️ Special thanks to APVA, Afripods🎬 Brought to you by Picturesque ZMWith love,Yes, & Podcast ZM❤️

Mar 20, 2026 · 54m

Stress finds everyone eventually.The real question is how we deal with it.In this episode, the crew dives into the ways people cope when life gets overwhelming — and how some of those habits can quietly turn unhealthy.What starts with a simple reflection about childhood coping mechanisms, like escaping into TV after a long day, opens up a bigger conversation about the different ways we handle pressure, stress, and difficult situations. From distractions and avoidance to the small habits we build without even realizing it, we unpack how coping can sometimes help us survive the moment… while slowly hurting us in the long run.Along the way, we share personal experiences, laugh at some of the strange ways people deal with problems, and reflect on the difference between healthy coping and just running away from what we're feeling.Why do people develop unhealthy coping habits?And how do you recognize when something that once helped you… is no longer helping at all?Somewhere between stories, jokes, and honest reflections, we explore how people deal with life when things get heavy.📲 Follow us on Instagram: @yesandpodcast.zm🔗 Learn more about us: hopp.bio/yesandpodcastzmCredits🎵 Intro/Outro Music by Cephas Jones🖌️ Logo concept by Blessings Chipanama🎨 Branding & Marketing by Picturesque ZM⚙️ Audio Editing on Adobe Audition☺️ Special thanks to APVA, Afripods🎬 Brought to you by Picturesque ZMWith love,Yes, & Podcast ZM❤️

Mar 6, 2026 · 53m

Ambition tells you to keep pushing.Contentment tells you to slow down and appreciate where you are.But can both exist at the same time?In this episode, the crew dives into a deceptively simple question: does being content fuel your ambition, or does it quietly slow it down?What starts as a laid-back conversation slowly unfolds into a deeper discussion about goals, comparison, and the pressure to always be moving forward. We reflect on the subtle influence of social media, the feeling that everyone else is somehow ahead, and the internal voice that keeps asking whether we're doing enough with our lives.Along the way, we share personal moments — times we felt stuck, times we questioned ourselves, and the rare moments when we genuinely felt at peace with where we were.From friendships and relationships to societal expectations and the pressure of watching everyone else "win" online, the conversation explores what contentment really means for young people trying to figure life out.Is contentment a healthy mindset that keeps you grounded?Or does it slowly convince you to settle for less than you're capable of?📲 Follow us on Instagram: @yesandpodcast.zm🔗 Learn more about us: hopp.bio/yesandpodcastzmCredits🎵 Intro/Outro Music by Cephas Jones🖌️ Logo concept by Blessings Chipanama🎨 Branding & Marketing by Picturesque ZM⚙️ Audio Editing on Adobe Audition☺️ Special thanks to APVA, Afripods🎬 Brought to you by Picturesque ZMWith love,Yes, & Podcast ZM❤️

Feb 20, 2026 · 41m

There was a time when failing a test felt like your life was over. When being embarrassed in class stayed with you for weeks. When one rumour could change everything.High school wasn't just classes and exams. It was identity. Ego. Fear. Belonging.In this episode, we step back into our high school lives — the pressure, the friendships, the insecurities, and the small moments that felt bigger than they really were. We talk about rejection, trying to belong, being misunderstood, and the quiet ways high school shaped our confidence.There was always someone you thought was cooler. Smarter. More confident. More important. Until one day, you realized they were just like you.Looking back now, some of it feels small. But at the time, it was everything.This is a conversation about growing up, growing out of fear, and realizing that you were stronger than you thought!📲 Follow us on Instagram: @yesandpodcast.zm🔗 Learn more about us: hopp.bio/yesandpodcastzmCredits🎵 Intro/Outro Music by Cephas Jones🖌️ Logo concept by Blessings Chipanama🎨 Branding & Marketing by Picturesque ZM⚙️ Audio Editing on Adobe Audition☺️ Special thanks to APVA, Afripods🎬 Brought to you by Picturesque ZMWith love,Yes, & Podcast ZM!❤️