Everyone swears they don’t gossip—but let’s be real, we all do. In this episode of IDK, My BFF Jude, we’re unpacking what gossip really means: is it just messy whispers, or can it actually be survival, connection, and even protection?
I’m joined by my longtime friend Joss as we dive into:
Why gossip shows up in every culture (yes, even in church).
The difference between venting, storytelling, and slander.
How “whisper networks” protect women and marginalized communities.
Why gossip feels intimate, powerful, and sometimes dangerous.
Whether silence protects peace—or just protects power.
From chisme to prayer requests to the tea in your group chat, we’re asking: who benefits when we call it gossip, and who gets silenced?
🔗 Come tell me what kind of gossiper you are (Vault, Livestream, Historian?) over on Instagram: @idkmybffjude.
Written and hosted by Judith Sallador
Produced by Michael Gonzales