74 episodes

A podcast that reviews the romantic relationships in popular movies and shows, across all genres. Hosted by local hopeless romantic and struggling cinephile, Zamadotx.

Starring Cupid Zama Gxarisa

    • TV & Film

A podcast that reviews the romantic relationships in popular movies and shows, across all genres. Hosted by local hopeless romantic and struggling cinephile, Zamadotx.

    Ep. 13: Kory + Dick

    Ep. 13: Kory + Dick

    This week we're taking down baddies and looking at the superhero lovebirds, Kory Anders and Dick Grayson from Titans. Better known as Starfire and Nightwing. Join Zama as she giggles about her crushes, dives into why Dick had a lot to prove, how Kory was dealing with her Hamlet-esque dilemma, and why their pairing is mutually beneficial. We take this DC themed chat into the week's battle.
    Do be sure to follow us on Twitter @StarringCupid and on Tumblr @ Starringcupidpodcast. South African Lovers, don't forget to register to vote.

    • 1 hr 18 min
    Ep. 12: Mbali + Sivu

    Ep. 12: Mbali + Sivu

    This week we're having a #rebrand and talking about Mbali Hadebe and Sivuyile Levin, from Netflix's Miseducation. Join Zama as she explains why this couple is premature, how Sivu's metamorphosis dismantled his relationship, what's hindering Mbali from growing, and how they can move forward for the better with a second season. We turn this week's battle back onto campus to pick our secondary faves.
    Do be sure to follow us on Twitter @StarringCupid and on Tumblr @ Starringcupidpodcast.

    • 1 hr 32 min
    Ep. 11: Adelaide + Gabe vs. Red + Abraham (Spooky Special)

    Ep. 11: Adelaide + Gabe vs. Red + Abraham (Spooky Special)

    This week we're facing our spooky selves and looking at Adelaide and Gabe Wilson as they face off against Red and Abraham in Jordan Peele's Us. Join Zama as she explains why Addie had to cling to her presentation, why Gabe is so shocked by Abraham, and how their marriage is a lesson to others. Zama chimes in on the latest about the SAG strike and emphasises that this podcast will always stand by Palestine. Do be sure to follow us on Twitter @StarringCupid and on Tumblr @ Starringcupidpodcast. Happy Halloween, Lovers.

    • 1 hr 23 min
    Break It Off Pt. 1

    Break It Off Pt. 1

    StarringCupid studios brings you a whole new segment with Break It Off: a special where we criticise ships that should have never seen the light of day. Join Zama as she examines the outdated cishetero marriage model of the Johnsons, the toxic cycle of Kelly & Ryan, the half-hearted arc of Black Widow & Hulk, and the romantic mishaps of Gregory Eddie. Zama also lends her voice to the ongoing WGA & SAG-AFTRA strikes in America and how they will rewrite the future of movies & TV.
    Huge thanks to the Lovers for sticking around the past 3 years. Here's to many more. Do be sure to follow us on Twitter @StarringCupid and on Tumblr @ Starringcupidpodcast.

    • 1 hr 40 min
    Ep. 9: Charlotte + George

    Ep. 9: Charlotte + George

    This week we're not going over the wall and talking about Charlotte and George, from Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story.
    Join an emotional Zama as she breaks down their strong foundation, why Charlotte's empathy is more impactful than love, and how George has captured the hearts of the fanbase. We're going full medieval romcom with this week's battle.
    Do be sure to follow us on Twitter @ StarringCupid and on Tumblr @ Starringcupidpodcast for updates and more content.

    • 1 hr 26 min
    Ep. 8: Harper + Charlie

    Ep. 8: Harper + Charlie

    This week we're in the madness of matchmaking and talking about Harper Moore and Charlie Young, from Netflix's Set It Up.
    Join Zama as she gushes about sunshine x grumpy grinch pairings, why Charlie had a little growing up to do, how Harper needed to fall out of love with her boss, and why we love despite. This week's battle takes it to the romantic streets of New York cit-tay with a modern and classic throw down.
    Do be sure to follow us on Twitter @ StarringCupid and on Tumblr @ Starringcupidpodcast for updates and more content.

    • 1 hr 13 min

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