Best Anu and Ololade Podcasts (2025)

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I’m Christian But Don’t Go To Church. 30:45

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9d ago30:45

30:45

I’m Christian but don’t go to church.” If you’ve ever said this, this episode is for you. We spoke about why church matters and what to look for when choosing the right church to be part of. Enjoyed this episode? Be a blessing to someone else and share! We are committed to improving our podcast as we grow. If you love what we do, your feedback is i…

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Should Married Couples Take Advice from Singles? 25:24

16d ago25:24

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Everyone seems to have an opinion on love, relationships, and marriage—but should single people have a say in what happens inside a marriage? In this episode, we dive into the age-old debate: are single friends offering fresh perspective or speaking from inexperience? And on the flip side, do married couples sometimes dismiss valuable wisdom simply…

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Money You Don't Spend, You Don't Own. Do We Agree? 28:56

23d ago28:56

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Firstly, congratulations to Temi Otedola and Tosin Ajibade aka Mr Eazi on their wedding ceremonies. During one of the ceremonies, Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola made a bold statement that caught everyone's attention including ours: “Money you don’t spend, you don’t own.” It got us thinking—how true is that? In this episode, Ololade and I dive in…

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Who’s the Better Friend—Men or Women? 32:36

1M ago32:36

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Are men really better at keeping friendships simple, or do women take the crown with their ride-or-die loyalty? In this episode, we had a playful debate about how men and women handle friendships differently. We shared our experiences on building friendships as adults and ended with some fun and spicy questions about friendships. We hope you enjoy …

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When Desperation Becomes a Trap! 28:26

1M ago28:26

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In this episode, we dive into the story of a woman whose desperation to get married led her down a dangerous path filled with compromises, poor choices, and painful consequences. Using the movie as a springboard, we explore how wanting something too much—especially from a place of fear or pressure—can cloud judgment and push people into situations …

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Life Is Not Fair — Or Is It? How Much Control Do We Really Have? 25:21

2M ago25:21

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Life doesn’t always go the way we plan — even when we do everything “right.” Sometimes, the outcome isn’t in our hands because other people’s choices play a part. In this episode, we share some of our own experiences that reminded us certain things are simply beyond us, the importance of watching and praying because there’s more happening than what…

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Can Relationships Exist Without Conflicts? 29:57

2M ago29:57

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Is it possible for someone to live a life free of conflicts? As long as there are people involved, there will be conflicting situations because people are different! As it's important to learn how to handle conflicts, we shared some thoughts on this subject. Loved this episode? Don't forget to follow, leave a comment, and share with someone else ;)…

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I Feel Far Away From God. Help Me! 29:29

2M ago29:29

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In this episode, we spoke about those seasons when God felt far away or His presence felt silent. It’s hard to believe, but the truth of the matter is that nothing can put enough distance between us and God’s love. He’s still right there, arms wide open and ready to draw us close again. So, listen in, be encouraged, and share it with someone else w…

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Like Father, Like Son - How Our Childhood Shapes Our Adulthood 29:24

2M ago29:24

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On today’s episode, we took a heartfelt trip down memory lane, revisiting the unique moments that defined our childhoods and shaped who we are today. We opened up about the ways our early experiences continue to influence our values, choices, and relationships as adults. We also reflected on the profound impact of parenting and the vital role paren…

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The High Cost of Greatness. Is Greatness for Everyone? 21:01

3M ago21:01

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What does it really mean to be great — and can everyone achieve it? In this episode, we dig deep into the true cost of greatness, exploring what drives our desire for recognition and what sacrifices greatness demands. Is greatness worth it? Join us for a thought-provoking conversation about motivation, ambition, and redefining what it means to live…

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Women Need Love, Men Need Respect. Let's Talk About It 19:30

3M ago19:30

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In this episode, we unpack the timeless idea that women need love and men need respect. What does this mean? Ololade represented the women and shared from her perspective, what love looks like for them, and Anu spoke on behalf of the men. Did we each represent our genders? You let us know! Enjoyed the episode? Subscribe, and share with someone else…

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Stop Doing This! Common Bad Habits We Must Leave Behind 24:08

3M ago24:08

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We’re not judging, but some bad habits need to be called out. In this episode, we discuss some of the behaviours that make us (a tad) less awesome. What would you add to the list? Let us know in the comments 😊 Enjoyed this episode? Don’t forget to share!

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Start, Stop, Continue: Our Mid-Year Reflection & Reset 16:57

3M ago16:57

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Can you believe that we’re halfway through the year? In this episode, we pause to reflect on what we’ve started, what we’ve stopped, and what we’re continuing as we head into the second half of 2025. You're welcome to do the same with our start, stop, continue retrospective format. Enjoyed this episode? Be cool and share with someone else 😉…

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When Life Slows Down: Dealing With Delays And Waiting Seasons 27:32

3M ago27:32

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What do you do when life feels like it’s on pause? In this episode, we open up about our own waiting seasons—our struggles, learnings, and how we’ve seen God at work even in the delays. If you're in a slow season right now, you're not alone. Let's toast to the growth happening behind the scenes. This too, shall pass! Enjoyed this episode? Don't for…

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Who Should Love More In A Relationship? The Man Or The Woman? 34:35

4M ago34:35

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Should a man love his woman more? What does loving more even mean? In this episode, Anu and Ololade sat and discussed whether there's such a thing as loving more in a relationship. Best believe, it was lots of fun to record and you won't waste your time listening because you'll probably learn a thing or two. Loved this episode? Don't forget to give…

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Community, The Life Hack for Adulting 19:51

4M ago19:51

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Can you imagine what life would be like without people to share it with? We were made for relationships, and in this episode, Anu and I spoke about how having a community has made life easier for us. May you have the right people by your side when life gets tough. May you also be the right person for someone too. Enjoy the episode and share ;)…

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Starting After Failing Is Hard, Let's Be Honest. 33:51

4M ago33:51

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We’ve been there before — initially excited to start something new, but held back by the memory of things that didn’t work out for us. In this episode, we talk about the fear of starting after failure, how it’s shown up in our lives, and what helps us push through. If you’ve ever hesitated to try again, this one’s for you. Enjoyed this episode? Hit…

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Guess Who’s Back? (Spoiler: It’s Us) 21:58

4M ago21:58

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After almost two years away from the mic, Ololade is back — with a co-host this time! In this episode, we share where we’ve been, what’s changed, and why Let’s Toast to Life is getting a fresh start. Come catch up and hear what to expect from this new season of honest, heart-centered conversations. Enjoyed this episode? Hit the follow button and sh…

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S5 E5 - Owning a business, making money and thriving ft. Kelly 30:36

2+ y ago30:36

30:36

Entreprenuers and enthusiasts, this one is for you. In this episode I spoke to Kelly about her journey to becoming an entrepreneur, which started from when she was 7 years old. Being a business owner is less about the money, and more about how you solve a problem for your customers. She also shared helpful tips on how to stand out in a competitive …

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S5 E4 - Intelligent technology, Chat GPT and use cases ft. Tolu & Shola 37:19

2+ y ago37:19

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It's not news that we're in the technological age with things changing rapidly and AI systems becoming more relevant to our society. In this episode, I spoke to Tolu and Shola about the exciting advancements being made in our tech world, especially our new favorite helpmate, ChatGPT and some things we should keep in mind when using technology. Enjo…

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S5 E3 - Reading books, increasing your intelligence & more ft. Janus 33:16

2+ y ago33:16

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We all know that one smart person who always contributes something meaningful in almost every conversation. What's so special about these types of people? I talked to Janus Kwong (whose intellect I admire) about reading books as one of the things that have shaped her mindset and critical thinking skills. One thing is certain, reading allows you sta…

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S5 E2 - Defining identity and why it all matters ft. Anuoluwapo 24:03

2+ y ago24:03

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In this informative episode, Anuoluwapo and I discussed the meaning of identity - both personal and shared. It was interesting to see how identity is tied to self esteem as well as the influence of childhood experiences in shaping one's concept of self. Enjoy this episode and don't forget to share ;) Love and kindness, Ololade…

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S5 E1 - What you should know about love, feelings, and social media ft. Ifeoluwa 32:15

2+ y ago32:15

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In this episode I talked to Ife (among other things) about the meaning of love, what love isn't, and how social media has influenced our perception of love. Is love a feeling, a person, or an action? Find out more by listening and don't forget to share ;) With love and kindness, Ololade

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S4 E10 - Some Must-Have Skills For A Successful Career 11:50

3y ago11:50

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A career is what you make of it and there are essential soft skills that can set you up for success. With practise and dedication, you can learn any skill, including how to learn. In this episode, I shared some of my favourite skills that I am learning and using to build a career that I love. Listen to hear the full list and I'd love to know if the…

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S4 E9 - The First 6 Months of A New Job 10:00

3y ago10:00

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If you've worked before, you probably understand the term called "probationary period" which is more or less the talking stage of a romantic relationship. Traditionally, companies assess the performance of their new employees to see if everything they claimed in their resume and during their recruitment process is indeed true. In this episode, I sh…

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S4 E8 - Got A Job Offer? Let's Go!!! 10:46

3y ago10:46

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The best part of job hunting is when you get an offer from an employer. It's an euphoric feeling, especially after job hunting for a while. In this episode, I shared some next steps to take after receiving an offer, from checking the terms & conditions of your job contract, to evaluating whether the offer is right for you. Do enjoy and share :) Lov…

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S4 E7 - Let's Talk About Job Rejection 8:27

3y ago8:27

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Hi Ololade, we've really enjoyed getting to know you. Unfortunately, we have decided to move ahead with other candidates. Does that sentence strike some personal chords? My guess is yes! In this episode, I shared how rejections could hurt but more importantly be channeled into a positive experience. I hope you enjoy this short but meaningful episod…

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S4 E6 - The Wait Before The Job 8:59

3y ago8:59

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Waiting seasons are usually tough and understandably so. The human mind always wants to have everything under control and predictable. However, as with many things in life including job search, we have little/no control over external circumstances. Therefore, in this episode I recommended some helpful things to do while waiting during a job search …

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S4 E5 - After an Interview, What To Do?! 10:48

3+ y ago10:48

10:48

Interviews could be intimidating and I understand. I've been there and done that (lol) and came out stronger. In this episode, I shared some of the things I did after an interview which helped and some mistakes I made and learned from. Please enjoy this episode! Love, Ololade

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S4 E4 - Interview Questions To Anticipate And How To Answer 15:39

3+ y ago15:39

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Regardless of the job role or career field, there are usually some questions which cut across industries and in this episode, I shared some of those and gave guides on how to answer them. The success of any job interview (largely) depends on your response and how you are able to make a lasting impression on the interviewer. Remember that practise t…

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S4 E3 - How To Prepare For A Job Interview 11:39

3+ y ago11:39

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You made that job application and received an email which made you smile but also triggered some anxiety about how you will proceed with the next phase of your job hunting. In this episode, I explained some of the helpful ways you can prepare for your job interview, starting with research, and understanding your skills and the best way to communica…

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S4 E2 - Two Approaches To Job Search 17:41

3+ y ago17:41

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I read a book titled "what color is your parachute" by Richard Bolles and found it super insightful. Based on some insights from the author, I learned that there are two approaches to job searching, one being traditional and the other being more strategic with an end goal of getting a job you really love and which utilizes your skills. In this epis…

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S4 E1 - The job market of today 12:04

3+ y ago12:04

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In this episode I spoke about some of the trends in the career space and how it's important for job seekers to upskill and have a growth mindset that they can learn anything they want and grow in any aspect they choose, as long as they invest in themselves. Key takeaways from the episode relate to the changes tech has brought to the job market, the…

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Season 4 - #LetsTalkCareer 2:41

3+ y ago2:41

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After a few months being MIA, it's my pleasure to introduce another season of LTTK, where I will be solely focusing on career topics including job search, interviews, and navigating the world of work. As you may know, I'm all about self improvement and hope this season will bring you some knowledge and inspiration. Let's go! Love, Ololade…

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The Nigeria 🇳🇬 #CultureSeries with Ugonna, Jessica & Ayotunde 43:48

4y ago43:48

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To wrap up the year and the culture series, I featured three main cultural representations from Nigeria: Igbo, Hausa and Yoruba. As expected, it was quite enriching to discuss some of the stereotypes associated with these tribes and explore marriage from their lens. Although Nigeria is a country, the rich diversity of its people must always be ackn…

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The South Korea 🇰🇷 #CultureSeries with Young 39:23

4y ago39:23

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I have a bias towards anything that looks and feels korean, so it was easy to immerse myself in this episode with the delightful Young who shared her perspective about the South Korean culture. For starters, we spoke about the personality of koreans, discussed the famous korean dishes and their love of vegetables. Also super interesting is their st…

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The Germany 🇩🇪 #CultureSeries with Nicole 46:10

4y ago46:10

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You could tell from my excitement that I had looked forward to recording this episode. Nicole and I spoke about the German language which I'm still learning *wink*, food and probably the most interesting, being gender roles. Did you know that in Germany, both male and female are treated equally to a large extent, and we discussed the context of the…

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The India 🇮🇳 #CultureSeries with Kalpan 38:44

4y ago38:44

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What have you heard about India? Perhaps you may want to refresh your knowledge with this refreshing episode where Kalpan passionately spoke about his country. We spent some time understanding the diversity of language in India as well as the role astrology plays in marriage. Quite insightful if you ask me, so enjoy!Love, Ololade…

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The Brazil 🇧🇷 #CultureSeries with Lucas 36:35

4y ago36:35

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It is the diversity of Brazil for me in this episode. It's like several countries in one and possibly one of the most diverse countries in the world. Lucas and I had an interesting chat about Portuguese which I know now as the official language in the country. Other things in-between like where to visit apart from Rio de Janeiro which pretty much e…

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The Albania 🇦🇱 #CultureSeries with Suzana 39:38

4y ago39:38

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An enjoyable episode I must say! It was interesting that I discovered some similarities between the Albanian and Nigerian Yoruba culture of weddings with lots of guests, money spraying, and a genuine love for beans (Always a favorite delicacy for me). Apart from that, we also spoke about gender roles which unsurprisingly favors men. What is more, S…

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The Russia 🇷🇺 #CultureSeries with Alyona 38:07

4y ago38:07

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Thanks to Alena, I learned something new about the Russian culture, like how fashionable the ladies are and some stereotypes which she addressed. There was also something unique about the burial rites. Apparently in some parts of Russia, there is a 14-day transition period of the soul after a person dies. For more about this gist, listen and enjoy!…

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The Pakistan 🇵🇰 #CultureSeries with Zahra 52:15

4y ago52:15

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Zahra's vulnerability was what made this episode outstanding. From her, I learned among other things, the Pakistani style of marriage, which is typically arranged (there are usually exeptions of course) and we also talked about the food. Topping the list was the Chicken Biryani! I can easily admit that Pakistan is a country with really kind and fri…

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The Ghana 🇬🇭 #CultureSeries with Lydia & Jacob 54:08

4y ago54:08

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Easily one of my favorite episodes, I learned how to speak the famous Ghanian Twi (just a little bit), spoke with Lydia about a famous tourist attraction in Cape Coast and why it is a must-visit site. For Jacob, it was more political, with him explaining the gender roles from a historical perspective and why Africa needs to adapt some cultural real…

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The El Salvador 🇸🇻 #CultureSeries with Melisa 54:36

4+ y ago54:36

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From my conversation with the very amiable Melisa, I learned that it is considered disrespectful to refuse food offered by a guest in El Salvador, a fascinating country of about 7 million people known for their beaches and volcanoes. In this episode, Melisa and I discussed some of the things that make El Salvador a country worth visiting as well as…

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The Italy 🇮🇹 #CultureSeries with Alberto 42:56

4+ y ago42:56

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What is Italy especially known for?What does the language sound like?Where to visit on holiday?How can you make Italian pasta and meat sauce? Learn this and more in this episode where I talked to a very cheerful Alberto who brought his personality to life throughout the conversation. I hope you enjoy it while learning!Love, Ololade…

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The Kenya 🇰🇪 #CultureSeries with Wendo 47:14

4+ y ago47:14

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My highlights from this episode were the conversations we had about marriage and death. You'd be surprised to learn that in Wendo's tribe in Kenya, the marriage ceremony has about 3-5 activities. The burial rites in Kenya fall under two major extremes, those who want to grieve quickly and move on, and others who take their time to grieve and celebr…

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The Zimbabwe 🇿🇼 #CultureSeries with Tassy 37:05

4+ y ago37:05

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Curious to learn about the Zimbabwean culture and/or people? In this lighthearted episode, Tassy and I spoke about the food, music, language, marriage and some other things in-between. Do enjoy this learning experience, knowing that you took a 37-minutes trip to a country and came back more knowledgeable. :) With love, Ololade…

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Special Announcement: Introduction to New Series 2:28

4+ y ago2:28

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In the coming weeks I’ll be introducing a series of interviews with people from different cultures and having interesting conversations to understand how different or similar their cultures are to mine. Can’t wait to release the episodes 🎊🎉 anticipate!!!

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Handling Rejection and Disappointment 9:14

4+ y ago9:14

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We have all dealt with rejection and disappointment at some point in our lives. Perhaps you are even in that phase of your life now?! It is not so much about the rejection, but how we handle it is what is important. In this episode, I talked about the two ways I am learning to embrace rejection. It can make us better people if we look and learn fro…

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Who is influencing you?? || The power of influence 8:22

4+ y ago8:22

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We are all influencers in some way because people have changed their eating habits, perception of an issue, lifestyle, and/or thoughts based on what we said or did. Knowing this, it becomes important to check what manner of influencer you are and guard your heart from negative influencers. The world needs better people for it to thrive. Cheers to i…

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