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May 28
1h 2m

Do You OWN YOUR FRIENDS?

Zainab Al Yakoob
About this episode

Ever introduced two friends… only to end up the third wheel? This week, Zouz Al-Mahdi (@zouzthebird) joins Zainab as a first-ever guest co-host while Mia’s away, and we’re diving deep into the drama of friendship merging. Why do some people act like they own their friends? Is it fear of being replaced or lowkey narcissism?

From possessive besties to group politics, we’re breaking down the emotional tug-of-war behind sharing your circle. Think jealousy, gatekeeping, and full-on social turf wars. Plus: chaotic listener submissions and a spicy round of Hot or Rot. All this and more in this week’s episode!

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