Life in Brown

I had a baby in 2020 and I've received comments about my body since having my daughter. The pressure can come from ourselves but also comments from others can shape how we see ourselves. I share a few tips about dealing with this pressure and learning to love our bodies. Podcast mentioned How to cook and eat healthy on a budget by Life Kit Outro music: Hakodate Line by Bluedot Session   Subsc...

Many Nigerian parents have discouraged their children from participating in sports. My brother, Korede and I talk about this. He shares: How he got interested in sports - 02:29 His decision to study economics while playing football on the side - 03:35 Why parents should support their children's interests (related to Nigerian hurdler -Tomi Amusan's dad destroying her training gear)  - 06:40...

I graduated from university in 2015 and have been thinking about what I wish I had known when graduating seven years ago. My friends, Lubona and Ibukun joined me on this episode to share what they wish they had known - from when to begin applying for jobs to what experiences to seek out at university. Subscribe to the newsletter for podcast updates and TV, podcast and book recommendations - rayo.s...

Emmanuella Okana is a second-year law student at The University of Calabar, Nigeria. We spoke about: How she felt when the strike started in February 2022 The impact this is having on her studies How she's trying to make the most of this period Emmanuella's podcast - Trending Topics with Okana Achichi Follow the podcast on Instagram @lifeinbrownpod Subscribe to the newsletter for podcast...

Dr Chiamaka Kwazu is an academic at Nottingham Trent University. In this episode, she shares: How she became interested in studying for a PhD - 01:42 How she transitioned from studying International Relations undergraduate degree to doing a PhD in the Business School - 06:26 What it's like not to do as well at the undergraduate level at university - 11:00 Her career path after doing a PhD - 2...

Are women able to make our own reproductive choices or are our decisions being dismissed? I talk about this and the impact this has on our lives. I also talk about when women are denied certain opportunities such as education. Sources mentioned Keep Sweet, Pray and Obey on Netflix The Go-Between : A Portrait of Growing Up Between Different Worlds by Osman Yousefzada Follow the podcast on Instagram...

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Zainab Kwaw-Swanzy is the author of A Quick Ting on The Black Girl Afro . She shares: The inspiration behind the book - 01:14 How she chose voices in the haircare industry to highlight - 08:33 Advice to multi-hyphenates - 12:26 Her experience writing during the pandemic - 13:34 How she balances her author commitments with her corporate job - 23:27 Advice to writers - 25:55 Book recommendations - 3...

I went on my first flight with my 18-month-old daughter last week. We went to Portugal from the UK with my husband. In this episode, I share: The considerations that I made when planning our holiday Mistakes I made  Some toddler travel tips Follow the podcast on Instagram @lifeinbrownpod Subscribe to the newsletter for podcast updates and TV, podcast and book recommendations - rayo.substack.com I...

I started learning how to swim last year and I share why I started lessons. My friend, Eniola also talks about what holds us back from learning and what keeps her going when she's demotivated. I also talk about what doing swimming lessons offers you beyond learning how to swim. Subscribe to the newsletter for podcast updates and TV, podcast and book recommendations - rayo.substack.com I would...

Ore and I talk about reading as children and how what we read changes as we grow older. We also share some books that we would recommend. 01:43 - Our earliest memories of reading 04:17 - How Enid Blyton books shaped what we thought our boarding school experiences would be like 07:19 - How the books we read have evolved over the years 12:01 - Questions on motherhood raised from books 17:59 - How Or...

Have you ever googled a character while watching a TV show or a film? I have and I think that's what led me to listen to more podcasts that feature actors and other people in the film industry that I like.  In this episode, I share some Nollywood podcast recommendations. Podcasts Mentioned Meet & Greet (Their episode with Bisola Aiyeola) The Ndanitv Podcast (Their Nollywood episode) With...

A lot of us when we went natural, we thought had to wear our hair in protective styles for our hair to grow. Ogaga is a natural hair content creator based in Toronto, Canada. She mainly wears her hair out and we talk about her hair routine regardless of the weather. She shares: How she went natural Her hair care routine How the pandemic and having a baby changed her hair routine The products she u...

Do you watch beauty content on YouTube or are you more likely to watch makeup videos on Tiktok and Instagram?  This episode explores how popular content creators who started out making beauty content on YouTube such as Jackie Aina and Patricia Bright are moving into other areas. Links mentioned Jackie Aina interview with KevOnStage Subscribe to the newsletter for podcast updates and TV, podcast an...

One of the reasons I started podcasting was because I wanted to hear voices like mine on podcasts. Rita's podcast is one that I admire because she talks about relatable issues that affect women like myself. In this episode, Rita shares: How she got into podcasting Her podcasting journey How not to be overwhelmed by download numbers If you've ever wondered what goes into making a podcast,...

When I was in secondary school, I didn't know anyone who wanted to pursue a vocational career path. We were raised to see white-collar jobs as the best. Moving to the UK made me see how corporate jobs are not the only way to have a thriving career. I talk about this in the episode and how other financial areas like childcare costs and tax contributions are different from what I was used to in...

I spoke with Jumoke Fagite who's a nurse and YouTuber about her decision to leave Nigeria for the UK. She spoke about: How she got into nursing  Her reasons for leaving Nigeria Her experience working in the UK compared to Nigeria Her tips for any nurses looking to relocate to the UK Her YouTube journey so far Follow Jumoke on her YouTube channel here . Subscribe to the newsletter for podcast u...

When I first went natural, I thought I had to buy every product I saw on YouTube. I was lucky that I didn't end up with a shelf of products. I share how you can enjoy your natural hair journey without breaking the bank in this episode. Please, share your natural hair questions or any comments you have about the podcast by sending a voice message here . Subscribe to the newsletter for podcast...

Have you ever wondered how to simplify your hair routine so you don't have to spend an entire day washing your hair? I share three tips that have shortened the time I spend doing my hair. I no longer spend 4 hours on wash day doing my hair and I shampoo, condition and style my hair in an hour. Following these three simple steps will help you build a quick hair routine and you’ll have more tim...

In today's episode, I'm sharing the wins I've had and the lessons I've learned this year, particularly in terms of content creation. I also share my podcasting plans for the new year. Subscribe to the newsletter for podcast updates and TV, podcast and book recommendations - rayo.substack.com I would love to hear from you! Share your thoughts or feedback on the podcast by sendin...

Have you ever spent money beyond what you planned for in order to fit in? I talk about this in this episode and share why this is usually not a good idea. This episode was inspired by a novel I read called Would I Lie To You By Aliya Ali-Afzal . I would love to hear your thoughts about the podcast and you can share them in this feedback survey. Subscribe to the newsletter for podcast updates and T...

In today's episode, I talk about mom influencing and the things that come with it such as comments from people all over the internet. This was inspired by a novel I recently read that explores this subject. I also talk about how mom influencing is real work and how women have built successful careers in this area. Book mentioned People Like Her by Ellery Lloyd Follow the podcast @themashupnig...

In this week's episode, I spoke with my mum about why she left her job in banking 25 years ago to start her baking business in Lagos, Nigeria. She shared: How she started baking Why she started her business What she's learnt from running her business Guest social media info @cakesetcetera_bakery Subscribe to the newsletter for podcast updates and TV, podcast and book recommendations - ra...

Since the pandemic started, I noticed that I'd been approached to join a few multi-level marketing companies and I wondered what made me an attractive target for these companies. I talk about this and why MLMs seem to be popular amongst mums of young children. You can check out the Lula Rich documentary on Amazon Prime which explores the story behind a  multi-level marketing company called Lu...

It's been six years since I left university and thought I would share a few things I wish I knew while I was doing my degree. Subscribe to the newsletter for podcast updates and TV, podcast and book recommendations - rayo.substack.com I would love to hear from you! Share your thoughts or feedback on the podcast by sending a voice message on podinbox.com/lifeinbrown or by messaging me on Insta...