We're All Pretendinghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/we-re-all-pretending--5633343enSociety & CultureCopyright Naqiya Juzerhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/e2bd5ebb43a9e80e3f20f457f3cf3a8a.jpgWe're All Pretendinghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/we-re-all-pretending--5633343Mon, 19 Jan 2026 05:58:01 +0000Naqiya JuzerNaqiya Juzernaq204@yahoo.comHi there! We're All Pretending is inspired by my twenties, as I try to figure my self out while keeping in mind that no one else has life all figured out. This podcast sees me solo exploring/rambling on issues that affect me - impostor syndrome,...cleanepisodicEpisode 56: What's my next step?https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-56-what-s-my-next-step--69502399https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69502399Mon, 19 Jan 2026 05:43:45 +0000Naqiya JuzerThis year has started off awful - I feel grief and lost about my next steps. I also turn 30 this year which has added a lot of self-pressure to the mix of uncertainty and confusion. Yay! 1682cleanfullEpisode 55: What a year huhhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-55-what-a-year-huh--69068876https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69068876Tue, 16 Dec 2025 03:42:15 +0000Naqiya JuzerI talk about navigating difficult emotions and relationships, my knee (obviously), and also that I turn 30 next year!! 1836cleanfullEpisode 54: Pre-dawn thoughts, literallyhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-54-pre-dawn-thoughts-literally--68790959https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68790959Fri, 28 Nov 2025 21:24:47 +0000Naqiya JuzerThis week has been exciting, nervous and all round consuming - welcome to my 'I can't sleep' thoughts. 1627cleanfullEpisode 53: I hate Nov ft my rambleshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-53-i-hate-nov-ft-my-rambles--68589229https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68589229Sun, 16 Nov 2025 12:03:56 +0000Naqiya JuzerLots of thoughts with this one, plus I can't wait for November to end. 1840cleanfullEpisode 52: Come run a marathon with me!https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-52-come-run-a-marathon-with-me--68028213https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68028213Mon, 06 Oct 2025 08:37:47 +0000Naqiya JuzerI've split this episode into 2 parts - the day before and after. I talk about my thoughts, feelings and everything I did to prepare for the longest run of my life, and how I'm currently recovering. 4053cleanfullEpisode 51: I've signed up for my very first full marathon!https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-51-i-ve-signed-up-for-my-very-first-full-marathon--65777486
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Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/beats-sexy-fashion-beats-simulate-11176/]]>845cleanfullEpisode 47: Let me be ashamed of myself in 2025!https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-47-let-me-be-ashamed-of-myself-in-2025--63436739
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Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/beats-sexy-fashion-beats-simulate-11176/]]>1625cleanfullEpisode 46: You gotta trust yourselfhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-46-you-gotta-trust-yourself--62763780haters because if you don't believe in yourself, why should others? 

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62763780Sat, 16 Nov 2024 03:29:30 +0000Naqiya JuzerI've experienced a couple of scenarios in the past few weeks where the self trust and belief had to be stronger than doubt from the haters because if you don't believe in yourself, why should others?  Intro music from...haters because if you don't believe in yourself, why should others? 

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]]>1853cleanfullEpisode 45: Busy living my lifehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-45-busy-living-my-life--62487664
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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60750902Sat, 20 Jul 2024 13:50:08 +0000Naqiya JuzerI'm slowly accepting that I'm not going to please everyone, that not everyone's opinions of me matters, that I may never get married, and that I may never be understood by people. And I'm ok with that.  Intro music from...
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]]>1946cleanfullHajj, Part 3: Hajjhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hajj-part-3-hajj--60536040
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On one hand I feel the guilt of my privilege, and on the other I feel extreme gratitude for it, like I'm a pendulum swinging from side to side. 

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On one hand I feel the guilt of my privilege, and on the other I feel extreme gratitude for it, like I'm a pendulum swinging from side to side. 

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Also I'm totally ready for the December holidays!

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Also I'm totally ready for the December holidays!

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Also, online shopping and silk pyjamas have made me so happy recently.

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Also, online shopping and silk pyjamas have made me so happy recently.

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Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/beats-sexy-fashion-beats-simulate-11176/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52847789Sat, 25 Feb 2023 13:04:35 +0000Naqiya JuzerI spent the last two weeks drained (thank you anixety!) and had to bring myself out of a triggered moment. I also learnt how to play pool recently and am excited for my upcoming One Republic concert! Intro music from...
Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/beats-sexy-fashion-beats-simulate-11176/]]>1373cleanfullEpisode 19: Privilege Guilthttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-19-privilege-guilt--52701026
Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/beats-sexy-fashion-beats-simulate-11176/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52701026Sat, 11 Feb 2023 06:35:07 +0000Naqiya JuzerPrivilege can be a complicated topic to discuss. On one hand, you want to enjoy and feel worthy of what you have, and on the other, you feel guilty for having it. I'm acknowledging the privilege that I have as I think about everyone affected by the...
Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/beats-sexy-fashion-beats-simulate-11176/]]>1377cleanfullEpisode 18: I'm trying to figure out what's 'missing' from my lifehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-18-i-m-trying-to-figure-out-what-s-missing-from-my-life--52566848
Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/beats-sexy-fashion-beats-simulate-11176/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52566848Sat, 28 Jan 2023 02:50:26 +0000Naqiya JuzerThis week's episode is a little all over the place - I feel like something is 'missing' in my life (hands up if you feel the same!), I'm also enjoying my growing interest in horror films and of course, Arabic. Intro music from...
Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/beats-sexy-fashion-beats-simulate-11176/]]>1276cleanfullEpisode 17: New job alert!https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-17-new-job-alert--52432001
Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/beats-sexy-fashion-beats-simulate-11176/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52432001Fri, 13 Jan 2023 14:18:58 +0000Naqiya JuzerThe past two weeks have been...good! I feel driven, motivated, inspired. I reflect on some positive growth moments and mention my plans to be fluent in Arabic by the time I hit 30 to keep myself accountable. Intro music from...
Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/beats-sexy-fashion-beats-simulate-11176/]]>1772cleanfullEpisode 16: Naqiya's 2022 wrap uphttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-16-naqiya-s-2022-wrap-up--52325608
As mentioned, if you missed out on my Kilimanjaro episode, you may catch it here - https://www.spreaker.com/episode/51066526

Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/beats-sexy-fashion-beats-simulate-11176/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52325608Sun, 01 Jan 2023 07:44:48 +0000Naqiya JuzerWe love a good wrap up. Today's episode is a lil' different - I go through some reflection questions on how my 2022 went and my possibly (un)realistic expectations for 2023. As mentioned, if you missed out on my Kilimanjaro episode, you may catch it...
As mentioned, if you missed out on my Kilimanjaro episode, you may catch it here - https://www.spreaker.com/episode/51066526

Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/beats-sexy-fashion-beats-simulate-11176/]]>1565cleanfullEpisode 15: Was it the best World Cup? Also I ran a half-marathon.https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-15-was-it-the-best-world-cup-also-i-ran-a-half-marathon--52272602
  1. I do not condone any form of human rights violations or corruption, I was merely pissed off at the Western countries and media criticising Qatar and my intention is to highlight their hypocrisy and double standards when reporting on Muslim/Arab countries.
  2. Here's a link to the type of language used by Western media when reporting on the Qatar World Cup - https://www.instagram.com/reel/CmflglYD7hS/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link. You can see how racist and Islamophobic they are.
  3. Qatar is a Muslim country, so whether or not you support their LGBTQ stance is irrelevant when you visit. As a tourist, you respect their rules, the same way the West expect tourists to adapt and conform to their rules and culture. My intention is to highlight the hypocrisy of the West and also some of the national teams (England) that threatened to boycott and wear rainbow bands for their matches.
  4. There was a lot of criticism over how politics got involved in the World Cup ie LGBTQ / human rights. There is merit to highlighting social issues on a global platform, and whether football is the right platform for that is up to you. In my opinion, Morocco's expression of their faith was not a political move. They naturally express their faith in their day to day, and that representation was not with agenda.
I don't have all the facts and figures, and for a topic this controversial, I do have blind spots.

Links to the 2 songs I quoted on this episode which have become a favourite:
  1. Arhbo - https://open.spotify.com/track/139nCjBRQCLgnWNRxBKAC7?si=d6e8ca4d2c694b12
  2. Calm Down - https://open.spotify.com/track/0WtM2NBVQNNJLh6scP13H8?si=57123d6e5daf40f6
I also discuss how I prepared for my half marathon!

Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/beats-sexy-fashion-beats-simulate-11176/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52272602Sat, 24 Dec 2022 09:18:52 +0000Naqiya JuzerThe World Cup made a huge impact on me, but before I go further, I'd like to clarify a few things in case it wasn't clear enough in this episode: - I do not condone any form of human rights violations or corruption, I was merely pissed off at the...
  1. I do not condone any form of human rights violations or corruption, I was merely pissed off at the Western countries and media criticising Qatar and my intention is to highlight their hypocrisy and double standards when reporting on Muslim/Arab countries.
  2. Here's a link to the type of language used by Western media when reporting on the Qatar World Cup - https://www.instagram.com/reel/CmflglYD7hS/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link. You can see how racist and Islamophobic they are.
  3. Qatar is a Muslim country, so whether or not you support their LGBTQ stance is irrelevant when you visit. As a tourist, you respect their rules, the same way the West expect tourists to adapt and conform to their rules and culture. My intention is to highlight the hypocrisy of the West and also some of the national teams (England) that threatened to boycott and wear rainbow bands for their matches.
  4. There was a lot of criticism over how politics got involved in the World Cup ie LGBTQ / human rights. There is merit to highlighting social issues on a global platform, and whether football is the right platform for that is up to you. In my opinion, Morocco's expression of their faith was not a political move. They naturally express their faith in their day to day, and that representation was not with agenda.
I don't have all the facts and figures, and for a topic this controversial, I do have blind spots.

Links to the 2 songs I quoted on this episode which have become a favourite:
  1. Arhbo - https://open.spotify.com/track/139nCjBRQCLgnWNRxBKAC7?si=d6e8ca4d2c694b12
  2. Calm Down - https://open.spotify.com/track/0WtM2NBVQNNJLh6scP13H8?si=57123d6e5daf40f6
I also discuss how I prepared for my half marathon!

Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/beats-sexy-fashion-beats-simulate-11176/]]>2288cleanfullEpisode 14: Why is it so hard to let the joy in?https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-14-why-is-it-so-hard-to-let-the-joy-in--52075360
Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/beats-sexy-fashion-beats-simulate-11176/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52075360Fri, 02 Dec 2022 07:34:22 +0000Naqiya JuzerLots of feelings have been felt this week - from clarity over my loneliness to excitement over something teenage Naqiya only ever dreamt about. I felt happy and excited this week but also guilt - why is it so hard to let the joy in? Intro music...
Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/beats-sexy-fashion-beats-simulate-11176/]]>1945cleanfullEpisode 13: This is fine (reference: dog sitting at table with a cup of coffee as house gets burned down)https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-13-this-is-fine-reference-dog-sitting-at-table-with-a-cup-of-coffee-as-house-gets-burned-down--52017771
Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/beats-sexy-fashion-beats-simulate-11176/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52017771Sat, 26 Nov 2022 15:24:44 +0000Naqiya JuzerMajor theme of this episode: I can't control people nor how life unravels itself. Emotions associated with this lack of control: loneliness, grief, pain, anxiety, abandonment. Fun. Intro music from...
Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/beats-sexy-fashion-beats-simulate-11176/]]>1499cleanfullEpisode 12: I'm anxious in my friendshipshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-12-i-m-anxious-in-my-friendships--51876645
Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/beats-sexy-fashion-beats-simulate-11176/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51876645Sun, 13 Nov 2022 11:44:32 +0000Naqiya JuzerAs per usual, this episode is a little heavy. Just a little. I talk about my money worries, sexual harassment trauma and my anxious attachment style in friendships. Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/beats-sexy-fashion-beats-simulate-11176/
Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/beats-sexy-fashion-beats-simulate-11176/]]>1759cleanfullEpisode 11: Growing olderhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-11-growing-older--51745730
Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/beats-sexy-fashion-beats-simulate-11176/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51745730Tue, 01 Nov 2022 04:11:14 +0000Naqiya JuzerFriendships are complicated, feeling safe in relationships and growing older. Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/beats-sexy-fashion-beats-simulate-11176/
Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/beats-sexy-fashion-beats-simulate-11176/]]>1650cleanfullEpisode 10: Birthday and Death, what a weird combohttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-10-birthday-and-death-what-a-weird-combo--51619795
Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/beats-sexy-fashion-beats-simulate-11176/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51619795Wed, 19 Oct 2022 11:47:33 +0000Naqiya JuzerI resigned from my job, turned 26 and grieved my death. Great week. Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/beats-sexy-fashion-beats-simulate-11176/
Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/beats-sexy-fashion-beats-simulate-11176/]]>1784cleanfullEpisode 9: Mercury is in microwavehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-9-mercury-is-in-microwave--51508045
Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/beats-sexy-fashion-beats-simulate-11176/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51508045Sat, 08 Oct 2022 14:09:55 +0000Naqiya JuzerLots of 'mercury in retrograde' moments happened over the course of the week, but there's always time to deep think societal issues such as how we let ourselves be affected by fear of reputational backlash, and hating on capitalism. Intro music...
Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/beats-sexy-fashion-beats-simulate-11176/]]>1587cleanfullEpisode 8: How to Travelhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-8-how-to-travel--51435898
Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/beats-sexy-fashion-beats-simulate-11176/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51435898Sat, 01 Oct 2022 10:22:43 +0000Naqiya JuzerThis week I share passionately about some of my triggers when it comes to travelling - the key is to travel with humility and understanding. I discuss white worshipping on my recent trip to Bali and some of the inner tension I felt. Intro music...
Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/beats-sexy-fashion-beats-simulate-11176/]]>2378cleanfullEpisode 7: Of gratitude, privilege and pre-destinyhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-7-of-gratitude-privilege-and-pre-destiny--51288112
Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/beats-sexy-fashion-beats-simulate-11176/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51288112Sat, 17 Sep 2022 09:00:01 +0000Naqiya JuzerThis week I discuss good karma, my decision to believe in fate and pre-destiny and what not to do when angry. Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/beats-sexy-fashion-beats-simulate-11176/
Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/beats-sexy-fashion-beats-simulate-11176/]]>1659cleanfullEpisode 6: Emotions suckhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-6-emotions-suck--51218938
Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/id-11176/.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51218938Sun, 11 Sep 2022 15:00:50 +0000Naqiya JuzerPhew, am I tired of feeling things. From dealing with multiple emotionally charged situations to social burnout to indecisiveness. When will I get *my* break? Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/id-11176/.
Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/id-11176/.]]>1256cleanfullEpisode 5: This week was UGHhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-5-this-week-was-ugh--51128099
Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/id-11176/.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51128099Sat, 03 Sep 2022 10:01:02 +0000Naqiya JuzerThis week I have been stewing in anger, resentment, stress and self-loathing. Not nice, but it is what it is. Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/id-11176/.
Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/id-11176/.]]>1447cleanfullEpisode 4b: Overall review of my Mt Kilimanjaro adventurehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-4b-overall-review-of-my-mt-kilimanjaro-adventure--51067008https://pristinetrails.com and review them at https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g317084-d7340644-Reviews-Pristine_Trails_Adventures_Safaris-Moshi_Kilimanjaro_Region.html#REVIEWS.

Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/id-11176/.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51067008Mon, 29 Aug 2022 15:45:21 +0000Naqiya JuzerThis episode covers the obstacles I faced, what I was humbled by and my overall review of Pristine Trails - the agency we used. If you'd like to know more about Pristine Trails, you can visit them at https://pristinetrails.com and review them at...https://pristinetrails.com and review them at https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g317084-d7340644-Reviews-Pristine_Trails_Adventures_Safaris-Moshi_Kilimanjaro_Region.html#REVIEWS.

Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/id-11176/.]]>1627cleanfullEpisode 4a: My Kilimanjaro itinerary!https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-4a-my-kilimanjaro-itinerary--51066526
Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/id-11176/.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51066526Mon, 29 Aug 2022 15:23:13 +0000Naqiya JuzerPart 1 of my Mt Kilimanjaro hiking expedition covers my 8 day itinerary in detail - expect candid sharing of the challenges we faced, the terrain and the experience :) Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/id-11176/.
Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/id-11176/.]]>3448cleanfullA lil PSA from me to youhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-lil-psa-from-me-to-you--50923651https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50923651Mon, 15 Aug 2022 22:40:46 +0000Naqiya JuzerI'm going on a lil adventure so Episode 4 will be out only in early September, iA! I'll be back, speak then xx107cleanfullEpisode 3: How to have a good weekhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-3-how-to-have-a-good-week--50911590
Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/id-11176/.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50911590Sun, 14 Aug 2022 14:21:07 +0000Naqiya JuzerThis week was good and hopeful and I reflect on some inner growth that helped me get here plus some other rambles. Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/id-11176/.
Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/id-11176/.]]>1135cleanfullEpisode 2: A beginner's guide on how to be a beginnerhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-2-a-beginner-s-guide-on-how-to-be-a-beginner--50823229
Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/id-11176/.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50823229Fri, 05 Aug 2022 11:31:57 +0000Naqiya JuzerNothing screams overwhelming than having to (quickly) learn new things while doing them, especially at work. This week I am exhausted, overwhelmed and just ready for the week to end. Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/id-11176/.
Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/id-11176/.]]>1364cleanfullEpisode 1: I'm in a shame spiral!https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-1-i-m-in-a-shame-spiral--50762753
Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/id-11176/.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50762753Sun, 31 Jul 2022 09:23:06 +0000Naqiya JuzerWe all sometimes find ourselves in a shame and guilt spiral about our perceived lack of productivity and busyness....right? In this episode I ramble about how I've been feeling in the past few weeks and some things that I've been doing to help me feel...
Intro music from https://pixabay.com/music/id-11176/.]]>1027cleanfull