Private Affairs
Creative Kixstart
An award-winning romantic-dramedy about Veronica (Vee), a recent Melbourne transplant who is swept off her feet by a charming Aussie doctor and has to quickly learn how to navigate love across cultures. Vee is helped along by her newly married cousin and smooth-talking BFF. Private Affairs was the 2021 Australian Podcast of the Year and Best Fiction podcast. Created, written, directed and produced by Christine "Kix" Mwaturura, starring: Ratidzo Mambo, Ronn Kurtz, Tsungirai Wachenuka, Garikai Jani and Taff. Original music and sound design by Jerry Agbinya. Cover art by Maanya Dhar. Learn more at: www.privateaffairspod.com.Support this show http...
Public Affairs: Q&A pt. 2 + Will There Be a S3? (Bonus)
The second part of the Q&A with guest-host Tinto (The Feeling Station podcast), and Christine answers the big question--will there be a Season 3? 🤔 Donate, shop merch 🛍️ or sign-up for the newsletter at privateaffairspod.com. Music by Amaroo: Bossy & DTMN.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/private-affairs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 3, 2023 • 12:13
Public Affairs: Your S2 Feedback (Bonus)
Your feedback! Thank you for listening, rating, and reviewing us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Music: Call on You by AmrooSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/private-affairs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 9, 2023 • 9:02
Layered Affairs | S2 Aftershow
The hosts of It's Layered podcast (Amanda Mudege-Fleischer and Rumbidzayi Dube) chop it up with Christine to dissect 🧐 and discuss S2! Dr Xavier Mulenga, Psychiatrist, joins in midway to talk mental health and well-being.CONTENT WARNING: references to depression, suicidality and intimate partner violence.Please note that the legal definitions of rape and sexual assault vary by jurisdiction; consult your local jurisdiction for further information.Personal crisis support hotline in Australia: 13
Mar 31, 2023 • 45:50
Minor Details | S2EP5
In this season's finale, actions speak and truth hurts 🫶 CONTENT WARNING: strong language and sexual references.To help keep this story going, please support the next season by donating or shopping merch at: privateaffairspod.com.Private Affairs S2 stars: Ratidzo Mambo ("Veronica/Vee”), Ronn Kurtz ("Luke”), Tsungirai Wachenuka ("Mati”), Garikai Jani (“Tonde”) and Taff. Additional performances by Jarryd Doyle (“Ollie”). Recording by Phil Threlfall. Sound design and mixing by Jerry Agbinya.
Mar 16, 2023 • 24:02
Total 180 | S2EP4
Surprising revelations leave everyone rattled 😳🫢 CONTENT WARNING: strong language, sex, and anxiety.Personal crisis support in Australia can be found at Lifeline: 13 11 14 www.lifeline.org.auPrivate Affairs S2 stars: Ratidzo Mambo ("Veronica/Vee”), Ronn Kurtz ("Luke”), Tsungirai Wachenuka ("Mati”), Garikai Jani (“Tonde”) and Taff. Additional performances by Jerry Agbinya (“Bartender”). Recording by Phil Threlfall. Sound design and mixing by Jerry Agbinya. Original music by Jerry Agbinya,
Mar 9, 2023 • 23:57
Can't Even | S2EP3
Confusion and comparisons plague Vee and Luke 🍏🍏 Taff makes an announcement. Mati offers advice.CONTENT WARNING: strong language, references to depression and self-harm ideation.Personal crisis support in Australia can be found at Lifeline: 13 11 14 www.lifeline.org.auPrivate Affairs S2 stars: Ratidzo Mambo ("Veronica/Vee”), Ronn Kurtz ("Luke”), Tsungirai Wachenuka ("Mati”), Garikai Jani (“Tonde”) and Taff. Additional performances by Jarryd Doyle (“Ollie”) and Christine Mwaturura ("YouTuber").
Mar 2, 2023 • 21:31
Shook | S2EP2
It's back to high school to find out what happened with PJ 🤔 And then, reality sets in.CONTENT WARNING: strong language, sex and violence. Intimate partner violence: 02:12 - 03:46 and 10:15 - 10:35.Support in Australia for people impacted by domestic, family and sexual violence is available on 1800-RESPECT (737 732) www.1800respect.org.auPrivate Affairs S2 stars: Ratidzo Mambo ("Veronica/Vee"), Ronn Kurtz ("Luke"), Tsungirai Wachenuka ("Mati"), Garikai Jani (“Tonde”) and Taff. Additional perfor
Feb 23, 2023 • 25:41
Dirty 30 | S2EP1
The friends jet off to Thailand for Vee's unforgettable 30th birthday trip! 🍹🌴 CONTENT WARNING: strong language and mild violence.Private Affairs S2 stars: Ratidzo Mambo ("Veronica/Vee"), Ronn Kurtz ("Luke"), Tsungirai Wachenuka ("Mati"), Garikai Jani (“Tonde”) and Taff. Recording by Phil Threlfall. Sound design and mixing by Jerry Agbinya. Original music by Jerry Agbinya, with additional music from Storyblocks. Cover art designed by Maanya Dhar. Created, written, directed, edit
Feb 16, 2023 • 22:27
Recap | S1
What had happened was... Catch up on Private Affairs S1 now! S2 starts on 17 February.S1 Performances by: Ratidzo Mambo ("Veronica/Vee"); Ronn Kurtz ("Luke"); Tsungirai Wachenuka ("Mati"); Taff and Holly Phillips ("Airline Agent").Sound design and mixing by Jerry Agbinya. Original music composed by Jerry Agbinya. Also in this EP, a song by Tendaness - "Deep" featuring Mandisa Mamba. Additional music from Storyblocks.Cover art designed by Maanya Dhar.Created, written, directed, edited and produce
Feb 9, 2023 • 29:57
Trailer | S2
💜 On 17 February, Private Affairs returns for Season 2! This new season kicks off with Vee's memorable 30th birthday trip to Phuket, Thailand 🌴🎉 Join us in Thailand this February!Private Affairs S2 stars: Ratidzo Mambo, Ronn Kurtz, Tsungirai Wachenuka, Garikai Jani and Taff, with additional performances by Jarryd Doyle. Sound design and original music by Jerry Agbinya, with additional music by Jusa Dementor. Cover art by Maanya Dhar. Private Affairs was created, written, directed and produced
Jan 26, 2023 • 1:49
Public Affairs: Q&A + S2 Trailer Announcement (Bonus)
Happy New Year! S2 Trailer drops next Friday 🤩 Are you ready?! Also in this episode, Q&A with guest co-host, Tinto, from The Feeling Station podcast.Learn more at www.privateaffairspod.com.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/private-affairs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 19, 2023 • 15:05
State of Affairs: S2 is in the Works! (Bonus)
S2 is currently under construction. Curious about behind the scenes? Send in your questions:email > privateaffairspod@gmail.com.social media > @privateaffairspod (Facebook & IG), @privateaffairsp (Twitter).voicemail > www.privateaffairspod.com/contact.Stay up to date by signing up for the newsletter at www.privateaffairspod.com.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/private-affairs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 29, 2022 • 1:44
State of Affairs: Awards, Merch & S2? (Bonus)
Updates: Private Affairs won Podcast of the Year and Best Fiction at the 2021 Australian Podcast Awards, grant funding for season 2, and shop merch at privateaffairspod.com.Thank you and Happy Holidays! #ROAD2SEASON2Facebook/IG: @privateaffairspodTwitter: @privateaffairspSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/private-affairs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 22, 2021 • 3:05
Layered Affairs | S1 Aftershow
Christine is joined by Amanda Mudege and Rumbi Dube of It’s Layered podcast (@itslayered) to dissect Season 1 and get into your comments and feedback. Plus, the blooper reel!A massive thank you to the talented cast of Season 1: Ratidzo Mambo (Veronica/Vee), Ronn Kurtz (Luke), Tsungirai Wachenuka (Mati), Taff and Holly Phillips (Airline Agent/News reporter). Big up to amazing sound designer/mix engineer/composer: Jerry Agbinya, and to the incredible illustrator, Maanya Dhar—our cover art smacks!C
Apr 2, 2021 • 44:12
Lovemore | S1EP6
Luke pops a question. Things get tense.Performances by:Ratidzo Mambo - Veronica/Vee,Ronn Kurtz - Luke,Tsungirai Wachenuka - Mati,Taff, Sound design and mixing by Jerry Agbinya,Original music composed by Jerry Agbinya,Song by Tendaness - Deep featuring Mandisa Mamba,Additional music from Storyblocks,Cover art designed by Maanya Dhar, Created, written, directed, edited and produced by Christine "Kix" Mwaturura.To donate, shop merch, and learn more visit: privateaffairspod.comFacebook/IG:
Mar 25, 2021 • 22:09
State of Affairs: Message from Christine (Bonus)
Season 1 finale (EP6) drops on Friday! Bonus Aftershow next week! To support Season 2 and buy merch, visit privateaffairspod.com. Thank you!Original music composed by Jerry Agbinya.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/private-affairs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 24, 2021 • 1:47
Green Mamba | S1EP5
In the second to last episode of the season, Vee and Luke go on a baecation in Malaysia and important conversations are had. Performances by:Ratidzo Mambo - Veronica/Vee,Ronn Kurtz - Luke,Tsungirai Wachenuka - Mati,Taff,Holly Phillips – Airline Agent/News Reporter,Sound design and mixing by Jerry Agbinya,Original music composed by Jerry Agbinya,Song - Hotlines by IJALE,Additional music from Storyblocks,Cover art designed by Maanya Dhar,Created, written, directed, edited and produced by Chri
Mar 18, 2021 • 24:36
Reconciliations | S1EP4
Something about Luke isn’t adding up. Performances by:Ratidzo Mambo - Veronica/Vee, Ronn Kurtz - Luke, Tsungirai Wachenuka - Mati, Taff, Sound design and mixing by Jerry Agbinya, Original music composed by Jerry Agbinya, Additional music from Storyblocks, Cover art designed by Maanya Dhar, Created, written, directed, edited and produced by Christine "Kix" Mwaturura. To donate, shop merch, and learn more visit: privateaffairspod.com Facebook/IG: @privateaffairspod Twitter: @privateaffairsp P
Mar 11, 2021 • 17:52
Miss Communication | S1EP3
Luke meets Mati and Taff. Vee and Luke try something different. Performances by: Ratidzo Mambo - Veronica/Vee, Ronn Kurtz - Luke, Tsungirai Wachenuka - Mati, Taff, Sound design and mixing by Jerry Agbinya, Original music composed by Jerry Agbinya, Additional music from Storyblocks, Cover art designed by Maanya Dhar, Created, written, directed, edited and produced by Christine "Kix" Mwaturura. To donate, shop merch, and learn more visit: privatea
Mar 4, 2021 • 21:12
Madonna vs. Wh*re | S1EP2
What’s the next move when you’ve literally had your pants charmed off you? Vee turns to cousin Mati and BFF, Taff for advice. Performances by:Ratidzo Mambo - Veronica/Vee,Ronn Kurtz - Luke,Tsungirai Wachenuka - Mati,Taff,Sound design and mixing by Jerry Agbinya,Original music composed by Jerry Agbinya,Additional music from Storyblocks,Cover art designed by Maanya Dhar,Created, written, directed, edited and produced by Christine "Kix" Mwaturura. To donate, shop merch, and learn more vi
Feb 25, 2021 • 27:12
Halloween Hookup (and other consequences of dressing up as Nicki Minaj) | S1EP1
Girl meets boy at a Halloween party.Performances by:Ratidzo Mambo - Veronica/Vee,Ronn Kurtz - Luke,Tsungirai Wachenuka - Mati,Taff,Sound design and mixing by Jerry Agbinya,Original music composed by Jerry Agbinya,Additional music from Storyblocks,Cover art designed by Maanya Dhar,Created, written, directed, edited and produced by Christine "Kix" Mwaturura. To donate, shop merch and learn more visit: www.privateaffairspod.com Facebook/IG: @privateaffairspod Twitter: @privateaffairspSupport
Feb 18, 2021 • 21:46