Your Aunties Could Never

YOUR AUNTIES COULD NEVER

Your Aunties Could Never bring you entertaining no-nonsense straight talk from women who aren't afraid to say all the things you wish you could say.

AK, Farrah & Nana, are three friends from the UK who have lived life and are well respected in business endeavors and amongst friends and family. Elevating them to Elite Auntie status.

The Aunties have a voice and are not fearful of being heard. Join them as they discuss topical news and politics, comment on popular culture, and give advice all from an informed (mature) Black woman's perspective.

Think a daytime chat show but with seasoning, real talk & large amounts of Melanin Magic.

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Dec 20, 2025 · 2 hr 13 min
CHRISTMAS SPECIAL WITH 90S BABY SHOW
YOUR AUNTIES COULD NEVER CHRISTMAS SPECIAL This week your favourite Aunties Ak, Farrah and Nana are joined by Temi Alchemy and VP from the 90s Baby Podcast for the final show of the year. It is the Christmas episode and the Aunties are closing out 2025 by revisiting the biggest Enemies of Progress and handing out a final round of Aunty Ventions. 🚩 Who really moved on better, Cardi B or Teyana Taylor 🚩 Breakfast Club, Joe Budden and Your Aunties Could Never and the year of shake ups and break ups 🚩 Has there been a Black man crisis this year 🚩 Can Diddy redeem himself 🚩 Black culture debates, from Soul Food to Essence Fest and who gets to speak on Black American culture 🚩 What we are leaving firmly in 2025 and the standards we are taking into the new year
Dec 13, 2025 · 1 hr 45 min
Enemies of Progress, Golden Globes Podcast Snub, Trump, Piers Morgan and Beyoncé
Your favourite Aunties Ak, Farrah and Nana get into this week’s Enemies of Progress. The Golden Globes introduced a Best Podcast category and still managed to nominate not one Black hosted podcast. Trump’s latest round of racism and political madness, and the American Somalis who voted for him. Piers Morgan platforming Nick Fuentes, and when “challenging” views quietly becomes normalising them. Ray J hinting at possible beef between Brandy and Beyoncé, which sparked a debate about superstar etiquette. When you are that big and in the room, should you be expected to take the picture. Azealia Banks vs Nigerians. Cultural disrespect and divisive, loud opinions. We also stage an AUNTY VENTION for Big Tobz and his “ex”.
Dec 5, 2025 · 2 hr 37 min
Women, Burnout and Boundaries: How to Build a Life That Feels Good
This week your favourite Aunties AK, Farrah and Nana are joined by three extraordinary women transforming how we think about work, leadership and wellbeing. Tamu Thomas, TEDx speaker and author of Women Who Work Too Much Davina Forbes Williamson, Co CEO of the Forbes Family Group and co founder of 6 Degrees Talent Melissa Berry, leadership and diversity consultant and founder of Pow Her Collective Together they unpack modern womanhood how to live fully without burning out how motherhood and ambition can coexist and what healthy living really looks like when women are carrying careers, families and community. A grounded and inspiring conversation about joy, rest, boundaries and choosing yourself.
Nov 22, 2025 · 2 hr 29 min
GUESTS JO MARTIN, ADJANI SALMON & DANI MOSELEY - DREAMING WHILST BLACK SPECIAL
This week your favourite Aunties AK, Farrah and Nana are joined by the incredible team behind the award winning series Dreaming Whilst Black. Creator and lead Adjani Salmon, actress Dani Moseley and actress Jo Martin pull up to get into the realities, frustrations and joys that sit behind one of the most talked about British shows of recent years. Together the Aunties and our guests dive into the themes that make Dreaming Whilst Black hit so close to home for so many Black creatives and Black families: 🚩 Are Black creatives still being set up to fail even when they finally get the opportunity 🚩 When white privilege shows up loud and proud, do you challenge it or keep the peace 🚩 Black Tax, family pressure and expectation, how do you hold your dreams together without breaking 🚩 Can you spin the block and make love work the second time around 🚩 Dating while grown, is it freedom or friction 🚩 Can friendships survive when everyone is growing and winning at different speeds 🚩 Are we finally seeing healthy Black fatherhood on screen 🚩 Can Black love be soft, steady and unproblematic even when life is not
Nov 14, 2025 · 1 hr 39 min
"I Cried In The Salon Chair": Black Hairdressers are traumatising us!
A pastor really called a woman "the spirit of a witch" for asking for... baby formula?! Make it make sense. The Aunties are heated this week and trying to figure out why so many churches are failing their communities. We're also diving deep into that viral stat: In 1970, 91% of women were married by 30, but today it's only 32%. But why is the blame always on women's careers and not the men who aren't proposing? And we HAVE to talk about the Black hairdresser trauma. Ak, Farrah & Nana shares a salon horror story that is way too relatable—from relaxer burns to just bad customer service, we've all got the PTSD!
Nov 11, 2025 · 2 hr 53 min
GUEST MARVYN HARRISON - EMBARRASSING BOYFRIENDS, MEN'S MENTAL HEALTH
IS HAVING A BOYFRIEND EMBARRASSING, MEN’S MENTAL HEALTH AND AN INDUSTRY RESET This week your favourite Aunties AK, Farrah, and Nana are joined by Marvyn Harrison of Dope Black Dads to get into the latest cultural talking points. Inspired by Chante Joseph’s piece in British Vogue, the Aunties ask why having a boyfriend has become embarrassing in the digital age, and explore how women are redefining love and visibility online. They also mark Men’s Mental Health Awareness Week by addressing the silence surrounding male wellbeing and the real cost of ignoring it. Dapper Laughs lands in the bin after saying he “felt seen” by the new John Lewis Christmas advert, and 50 Cent gets called out for his side-eye commentary on Zohran Mamdani’s mayoral win.
Nov 3, 2025 · 1 hr 3 min
YOUR AUNTIES COULD NEVER - GET TO KNOW YOUR FAVOURITE AUNTIES
Your favourite Aunties AK, Farrah, and Nana are back in a brand new studio! In this special episode, the Aunties reintroduce themselves to you their loyal supporters and extended family. Expect laughs, memories, and a few surprises as they spill fun facts, share what they love (and can’t stand).
Nov 1, 2025 · 1 hr 22 min
GUEST - NIGERIAN ARTIST ZLATAN - TALKS SUCCESS, FAITH & FATHERHOOD
This week your favourite Aunties AK, Farrah, and Nana are joined by Nigerian rapper, singer and songwriter Zlatan, the voice of the streets and the mind behind Zanku Records. The Aunties get into Zlatan’s journey from Ikorodu to international fame, his game-changing Zanku dance, and his iconic collaborations with Burna Boy, Davido, and Olamide. He opens up about hustle, legacy, fatherhood, and how he stays grounded while shaping the sound of modern Afrobeats.
Oct 26, 2025 · 2 hr 15 min
GUEST - ELAINE THE PAIN | Fake Babies, Unbrushed Teeth & Cheating Husbands
This week your favourite Aunties AK, Farrah, and Nana are joined by cultural commentator Elaine the Pain, who opens up about experiencing racism after calling for a boycott of South Asian shops, as they take on this week’s Enemies of Progress 🚩 Stephen Lawrence’s killer David Norris begs the family for forgiveness but still refuses to name his accomplices 🚩 Tim Westwood spotted living in Nigeria while facing multiple assault charges in the UK 🚩 A Scottish woman admits to faking a pregnancy and using a silicone doll as her baby 🚩 South London bus routes hit by cockroach infestations as drivers demand action 🚩 Jennifer Lopez’s ex husband calls her out for lacking self accountability 🚩 Young Thug casually reveals he only brushes his teeth once a week 🚩 Major brands called out for ignoring Black History Month 🚩 Keke Jones goes viral after accusing her husband of cheating through their entire marriage
Oct 21, 2025 · 1 hr 19 min
Marvin Abbey on African vs Caribbean Households: The Real Differences!
What happens when Marvin Abbey from 3 Shots of Tequila joins the aunties for an unfiltered sit-down? We talk growing up Nigerian, the golden age of Garage & Channel U, and why Marvin says some people “ain’t got the patience for nonsense.” Expect laughs, real talk, and plenty of nostalgia — from bad drivers and messy partners to African household rules, boundaries, and relationships. 00:00:00 – FOMO & Garage vs Jungle debate 00:06:00 – Channel U stories & early grime scene 00:13:00 – Bad drivers, patience & road rage 00:24:00 – Boundaries, relationships & household rules 00:39:00 – Nigerian upbringing & family values 00:49:00 – African vs Caribbean grandparents & respect 01:00:00 – Parenting, discipline & modern resilience Subscribe for more hilarious, heartfelt conversations with your favourite Black voices. Hosted by the Aunties – where culture, community and conversation meet every week. 🔗 Follow us on social media: 📸 Instagram: https:https://www.instagram.com/yourauntiescouldnever/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourauntiescouldnever 🌍 Website : https://www.yourauntiescouldnever.com/ Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClrHRR7F5wdsemykVoCQkPQ/join
Oct 10, 2025 · 2 hr 25 min
GUESTS - JUDI LOVE, ZEZE MILLZ & SHERISE BLACKMAN - SEX, RELATIONSHIPS & THERAPY
This week your favourite Aunties AK, Farrah and Nana are joined by the creator and stars of Audible’s first Black original scripted audio drama Do Not Disturb, Sherise Blackman, Judi Love and Zeze Millz. They get into everything from sexual freedom to toxic love, and how honesty and humour collide when women talk about what they really want. Inspired by the story of three bold, Black, thirty-somethings from South London navigating love, lust, and self-discovery. The Aunties unpack how Do Not Disturb flips the script on desire and friendship.
Oct 4, 2025 · 1 hr 41 min
Aunties Call out the Haters, Nicki Minaj vs Cardi, British Museum's Tone Deaf Gala
This week your favourite Aunties Ak Farrah and Nana get into the Enemies causing chaos and conversation this week 🚩 Health influencer Victoria Everest Ekong accused of admitting to making false rape allegations in a viral video 🚩 Chris Gotti criticises Ashanti for not reaching out properly after Irv Gotti’s death 🚩 The British Museum planning its Met Gala instead of returning its stolen artefacts 🚩 Snapchat Facebook and Instagram announce new user fees 🚩 NHS under fire for guidance on first cousin marriage tries to 🚩 Rapper Ginga Jay removed from a show after controversy 🚩 And a tiny PSA to the all Aunties haters - Eff Around and Find Out!
Sep 29, 2025 · 1 hr 13 min
GUEST - PAIGE LEWIN "ARE WE READY TO PUT BEYONCE IN THE BIN?" White Woman Sparks Outrage Over Black Hair Salons
Jay-Z & Beyoncé sit with Ivanka Trump, the Taliban bans women’s books, Nigel Farage targets immigration, Sharon Davies sparks a Black hair debate, Miss R Fabulous gets an AuntyVention and Trump stirs outrage on domestic violence. In this episode, we dive into some of the week’s most talked-about stories: Jay-Z and Beyoncé spotted sitting next to Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner at a Reform Alliance dinner - What does this mean for their image and legacy? The Taliban bans women’s books and education in Afghanistan What does this mean for women’s rights and the future of education? Nigel Farage promises to scrap Indefinite Leave to Remain in the UK What would that mean for immigrants, families, and the economy? Former Olympian Sharron Davies sparks backlash over comments about Black hair salons Donald Trump shocks again with controversial comments on domestic violence We unpack the headlines, debate the issues, and ask the hard questions. Join the conversation in the comments — we want to hear what you think! 🔗 Follow us on social media: 📸 Instagram: https:https://www.instagram.com/yourauntiescouldnever/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourauntiescouldnever 🌍 Website : https://www.yourauntiescouldnever.com/
Sep 16, 2025 · 2 hr
GUEST - CHAKA BARS & JASON ADETOLA MACKSON | BLACK POWER, LIGHT SKIN PRIVILEGE & IS BLACK EXCELLENCE A SCAM
BLACK POWER LIGHT SKIN PRIVILEGE AND IS BLACK EXCELLENCE A SCAM This week your favourite Aunties Ak and Nana are joined by @chakabars and Jason Adetola Mackson @theelectrictribe to talk: 💫 Black Activism 💫 Light skin privilege from the male perspective 💫 Eating for health and why foraging is not just for white people. 💫 Why Congo & Sudan are being ignored for Palestine 💫 How to build pan Africanism 💫 And whether Black Excellence is a scam.
Sep 12, 2025 · 1 hr 17 min
GUESTS MARVYN HARRISON & AUDREY AKANDE - Street Life, Black Families & Why Black Women Deserve Better
Why are young Black boys still drawn to street life? And how do family values, generational wealth, and beauty standards play into it? 👀 In this episode, the Aunties and Marvyn Harrison unpack the realities of Black life in Britain — and why Black women deserve more. Then we do some dilemmas with our fave cousin Audrey Akande from the receipts podcast From family values to financial security, the conversation gets real about the challenges facing Black boys, men, and women today. We dive into: Why road life feels like the only option for some boys The importance of building generational wealth & family values Masculinity, vulnerability & what Black men need to hear Weaves, wigs & beauty standards — why Black women deserve better Struggle love, relationships & how to demand more
Sep 6, 2025 · 2 hr 16 min
GUEST - POET: GYAL CLOWNS & BLACK WOMEN BEING TOLD THEY ARE UGLY
This week your favourite Aunties Ak, Farrah and Nana are joined by Poet, musician and online personality, founder of Vibbar and one of the hosts of Filthy Fellas and HC Podcast, to break down the latest Enemies of Progress and more 🚩 A Polish CEO apologises after being filmed snatching a hat meant for a young boy at the US Open 🚩 St Georges flag displays spark a national debate across England while racists harass an Asian businessman mid interview on Sky News 🚩 Zambian lawyer Naomie Pilula embraces self love after criticism of her Instagram post 🚩 We dissect what makes a man a gyal clown 🚩 We tackle dilemmas including whether couples should share their friends’ secrets
Aug 29, 2025 · 1 hr 41 min
Dr. Umar's $500 Date, North Wests "Grown" Outfit & Gatekeeping Grenada
From Dr. Umar charging $500 for a "date" to a celebrity letting a dog lick the INSIDE of her mouth, the Aunties are back to call out this week's biggest Enemies of Progress. This week, we're getting into the audacity, the questionable parenting, and the outright disgusting behavior making headlines. Join the unfiltered discussion as we break down: Dr. Umar's $500 'Date': The "Prince of Pan-Africanism" is asking women for a $500 donation to his academy in exchange for a private lunch with him. The Aunties call out this "disgraceful" and "charlatan behavior". North West's Corset: The hosts debate North West's latest outfit, which has sparked internet outrage. With one host stating a 12-year-old shouldn't be in a corset, they ask if the internet is sexualising her or if the outfit is just too grown. A Disgusting Dog Kiss: Reality TV star Vicky Pattison shared a shocking video where she opened her mouth wide and let her dog lick the inside. The Aunties call the act "bestiality" and "filthy". Paid Propaganda: The hosts discuss the influencers who were reportedly paid by the Israeli government to go to Gaza and deny that there is a famine. Notting Hill Carnival Debrief: After a great summer, the Aunties debrief on Notting Hill Carnival, from the spiritual meaning of Jab Jab to the minimal violence and the kids drinking straight rum.
Aug 22, 2025 · 2 hr 17 min
GUEST - KELECHI OKAFOR - EVERYTHING MEN NEED TO KNOW ABOUT WOMEN
This week your favourite Aunties Ak and Nana are joined by the wonderful writer, presenter, social commentator Kelechi Okafor to discuss all things men need to know about what women are thinking 🚩 Women needing to de-centre Men 🚩 Why women sleep with Red Flag Men 🚩 Mothers who enable their irresponsible sons 🚩 A bit of advice for Kemi Badenoch
Aug 15, 2025 · 2 hr 36 min
GUEST MARVYN HARRISON - EVERYTHING BLACK WOMEN NEED TO UNDERSTAND ABOUT BLACK MEN
This week your favourite Aunties Ak and Nana host a full on MAN POD with Marvyn Harrison Diversity Equity and Inclusion Consultant and founder of Dope Black Dads in the hot seat to answer everything we need to know about men so we can report back to the women 🚩 Princess treatment trend sparks misogyny concerns, do men really like subservient women? 🚩 What are the new rules of masculinity in 2025? 🚩 Nick Cannon hopes his daughters will not date men like him, why do men only learn respect for women after having daughters? 🚩 Why is it so easy for men to walk away from their children?
Aug 9, 2025 · 1 hr 31 min
GUEST AUDREY INDOME THE RECEIPTS PODCAST - Beyoncé vs. MJ, African Shop Boycott & Kemi Badenoch
"I do not shop with the Africans. Ain't no African ever braided my hair." A call to boycott African braiding shops, restaurants, and stores is gaining steam among some Black Americans, and the Aunties are here to shut down the diaspora wars. This week, we're diving deep into the painful and divisive rhetoric fueling this boycott and questioning where this misdirected anger is coming from. Join the unfiltered discussion as we get into: The Boycott: Unpacking the claims behind the boycott and why blaming one part of our community for bad service is a dangerous distraction. Beyoncé vs. Michael Jackson: A viral TikTok creator claims Beyoncé is now bigger than MJ. The Aunties break down why Michael's legacy is untouchable. Kemi Badenoch's Rebrand: The UK politician now says she no longer identifies as Nigerian. We discuss her desperate pandering and the betrayal felt by the community. Colorism & Pregnancy: Reacting to the pressure and intrusive questions a pregnant Jasmine Brown is facing about her unborn daughter's skin tone and hair texture. 🔥 We NEED to hear from you! What are your thoughts on the boycott? And who is the bigger artist: Beyoncé or Michael Jackson? Drop your take in the comments! 👍 If you believe in Black unity and enjoy these real talks, BOP the LIKE button and SUBSCRIBE to Your Aunties Could Never!