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HERcast with Dr. Chito

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Welcome to HERcast with Dr. Chito. Here, we believe in holistic wellness – nurturing your body, mind, finances, and social connections. Dr. Chito Umenyi Nwana created HERcast as a safe space for women of all ages to share stories, learn about health, and find inspiration. With over two decades of experience as a gynaecologist and a feminist, Dr. Chito aims to break stereotypes and empower women to be their authentic selves. Join us to discover your potential, embrace self-love, and defy limits. HERcast with Dr. Chito belongs on every woman's podcast list – it's where empowerment begins.

Author

Chito

Category

Society

Podcast website

hercast.buzzsprout.com

Latest episode

Jul 3, 2026

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Episodes

WHAT YOU DON'T HEAL, YOU HAND DOWN Breaking the Cycle of Childhood Trauma 03.07.2026

Some wounds don't end with the people who experienced them. They quietly shape the way we love, parent, trust, communicate, and respond to life, until someone chooses to heal. In this deeply moving episode of HERcast with Dr. Chito, Dr. Chito sits down with Abigail Oni (@healtraumawithabby), trauma-informed therapist and mental health advocate, to unpack the lasting impact of childhood trauma...

Boys Unfiltered Part 2: What Teen Boys Wish Adults Knew 19.06.2026

What happens when we stop talking about boys and start listening to them? In Part 2 of this eye-opening HERcast conversation, Dr. Chito is joined by Mr. Yinka Tedimola,(lLeadlearningglobal) Founder and CEO of LEAD Learning, alongside three remarkable young men  David Gashimbaki, Kanyisiochukwu Anadobe, and Nathan Nwana, for an honest discussion about the realities of growing up as a boy today. Tog...

Boys Unfiltered Part 1: What Today's Boys Really Need 05.06.2026

  BOYS UNFILTERED PART 1: What Today's Boys Really Need   We talk a lot about raising strong men. But are we paying enough attention to the boys they're becoming? In this eye-opening episode of HERcast with Dr. Chito , Yinka Tedimola (@teacheryinka), founder of LEAD Learning, shares powerful insights into the challenges, pressures, and needs of today's boys. This is a conversation f...

Social Media Is Changing You | The Hidden Mental Health Impact 22.05.2026

You wake up and before you’ve even fully stepped into your day, you’ve already seen dozens of lives that look fuller, faster, better. And without realizing it, something begins to shift. Not in your circumstances. In your perception of yourself. In this full episode of HERcast with Dr. Chito, we go deeper into what social media is quietly doing to the mind, identity, and emotional well-being of wo...

Breast Cancer: Finding Strength, Clarity And Hope After Diagnosis 08.05.2026

A breast cancer diagnosis can feel frightening, but it is not the end of your story. In this powerful episode of HERcast with Dr. Chito, Dr. Chito is joined by Dr. Uchechukwu Shagaya, Radiation Oncologist Consultant, to unpack what truly happens after diagnosis and the hope that exists through treatment, healing, and recovery. Together, they explore the treatment journey, emotional realities, surv...

The Awakening: She Remembered Her Worth and Everything Changed 24.04.2026

There comes a moment when a woman begins to see herself differently ,  and everything shifts. In this powerful episode of HERcast with Dr. Chito, Dr. Chito sits with Nse Ekpo-Ufot,(thehighvaluewoman365) author of Awakening and convener of the High Value Women Conference, to explore what it truly means for a woman to come into her worth. This is more than motivation. It is a conversation about tran...

Bedroom Matters: Conversation We Are Shy To Have 10.04.2026

Intimacy is not just physical it is communication, connection, and intentional effort. In this honest and eye-opening episode of HERcast with Dr. Chito, we break the silence around sex, attraction, and the realities many couples face but rarely talk about. Joined by Cecilia Agu, founder of Bedroom Matters International, this conversation explores what truly affects intimacy in relationships from s...

The Number One Killer of Women - And We're Still Not Talking About it 06.03.2026

More women die from heart disease than breast cancer. Yet most women never see it coming. High blood pressure normalized. Symptoms dismissed. Prevention delayed. Women are collapsing, and the silence is costing lives. It's time to change that. On this episode of HERcast with Dr. Chito, I sit down with Dr. Iseko Iseko (@drheartmechanic), Consultant Physician, Interventional Cardiologist, and C...

The Strong Woman Trap: Pouring From Empty 20.02.2026

Have you ever been called “the strong one”? The one everyone leans on. The one who always shows up. The one who keeps going even when you’re exhausted inside. In this powerful episode of HERcast with Dr. Chito, we unpack The Strong Woman Trap: Pouring From Empty with Nkiru “Nikki” Esin, LICSW—a seasoned mental health professional with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals and families...

Dignity In Every Menstrual Cycle 06.02.2026

In this powerful episode of HERcast with Dr. Chito, we explore how knowledge and practical innovation can help tackle period poverty, menstrual stigma, and gaps in menstrual hygiene. Dr. Chito is joined by Genevieve Parker Hill bestselling author, artist, and coach whose work moves beyond conversation into real-world impact. Through education, storytelling, and practical solutions like reusable, e...

Leadership Conversations: Winning in the Marketplace. 24.01.2026

In this episode of HERcast with Dr. Chito, we sit with a timely and powerful truth about leadership and winning in the marketplace  not through noise, but through clarity, courage, and consistency. This conversation goes beyond surface-level success. It reminds us that leadership is not about position, but about impact. Not about visibility alone, but about how you show up, decide, and lead  espec...

CEO Wahala: Beyond the Glamour 09.01.2026

The CEO title looks glamorous, but the reality is far deeper pressure, responsibility, resilience, and sacrifice often hidden behind success. In this episode of HERcast with Dr. Chito, we sit with Omolara Akinwolere, author of CEO Wahala and CEO of Lara Craft and Company (@iamlaracraft), for a real, honest conversation inspired by her book. Together, we unpack what leadership truly demands, includ...

When Women Rise, Violence Falls 19.12.2025

Violence against women is not just a women’s issue it is a societal failure. In this powerful episode of HERcast with Dr. Chito, we confront the realities of gender-based violence and explore what it truly takes to create safer homes, communities, and systems for women and girls. In recognition of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, Dr. Chito sits down with Brenda Anugwom, CEO o...

Prescription for Purpose: How a Pharmacist Turned Vision Into Impact 05.12.2025

Tune in to an inspiring new episode featuring Chizaram Amarauche Chukwu (@speckles_beauty) in “Prescription for Purpose: How a Pharmacist Turned Vision into Impact.” 💊✨ She shares how her love for science became a calling, how purpose drives true innovation, and why women in STEM must take up space, lead boldly, and build legacies that heal and empower. 🌍🔥 This is a powerful story you need to...

Becoming Her: The Beauty of Authentic Expression with Comfort Booth. 21.11.2025

What does it really mean to live authentically and speak your truth without fear? In this powerful episode, Comfort Booth (@thecomfortbooth) sits with Dr. Chito to unpack courage, creativity, womanhood, and the beauty of showing up as your real self. This conversation will challenge you, empower you, and remind you that authenticity is a woman’s greatest freedom. Watch now — and become the boldest...

Forever Young: The Real Secrets to Ageless Skin 07.11.2025

Every woman wants to look and feel forever young  but true anti-aging is so much more than skincare. In this transformative episode of HERcast with Dr. Chito,  Join Dr. Chito (@arabellawomenshealth) and special guest Dr. Hilda Ashio Titiloye (@drhildatitiloye)  Group CEO & Founder of @unnohealthgroup and Clinical Director at @skin101clinics  as she shares science-backed insights on glowing ski...

Not Broken, Just Different: A Mother’s Autism Story 24.10.2025

In this deeply moving episode of HERcast with Dr. Chito, we explore a journey of love, resilience, and unwavering hope through the eyes of a mother raising a child with autism. With, Emem Asapokhai (@alwaysmm), a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)  raising a son with severe autism a journey that has shaped her voice, her purpose, and her mission. Together, we discuss: ✨ The emotional reality...

Moving from Barracks to Boardrooms 10.10.2025

Behind every uniform, there’s a story of strength. In this episode of HERcast with Dr. Chito , I sit with Mrs. Oghogho Gwabin Musa (@oghoghoMusa) , President of DEPOWA (@depowahq) — the Defence and Police Officers’ Wives Association. Often called the silent backbone of national security , officers’ wives balance duty, family, and leadership. Together, we explore how women in service families are b...

Back Pain No More: How to Protect Your Spinal Health 26.09.2025

Back pain is one of the biggest challenges women faces—whether from long hours at work, the demands of motherhood, or the natural changes of aging. But here’s the truth: much of it is preventable. In this episode of HERcast with Dr. Chito, I sit down with Top Neurosurgeon  Dr. Biodun Ogungbo , (@brainandspineng) , he shares practical insights on how women can prevent back pain, protect their spina...

From Lovers to Roommates: The Hidden Intimacy Crisis in Marriages 12.09.2025

 What if love doesn’t end with divorce papers, but with silence, distance, and two people living as strangers under the same roof? In this latest episode of HERcast with Dr. Chito , I sit with Dr. Shola (@diaryofatraumasurvivor) — a trauma-informed recovery counsellor — to explore the hidden intimacy crisis that’s breaking homes everywhere. 🔥 This isn’t just theory. It’s about the real struggles...

Eggs, Wombs & Rights: Celebrating the Gift, Confronting the Exploitation 29.08.2025

In this episode of HERcast with Dr. Chito , we dive into the world of fertility, IVF, egg donation, and surrogacy—unpacking both the miracles and the ethical concerns. Our guest, Barrister Undiga Emuekpere , dual-qualified Solicitor of Nigeria and England & Wales, brings sharp legal expertise and compassion to this conversation. From the hope IVF brings, to the complexities of surrogacy and eg...

HER Power Unlocked: Health, Inclusion & A Seat at the Table 15.08.2025

In this powerful episode of HERcast with Dr. Chito , Dr. Osasuyi Dirisu —Executive Director at the Policy Innovation Centre and Senior Fellow at the Nigerian Economic Summit Group—shares how health, empowerment, and inclusion can transform women’s lives and unlock their fullest potential. From pioneering the National Gender-Based Violence Dashboard to hosting the Gender and Inclusion Summit attend...

“Omugwo" - Unlocking Postpartum Healing for Body, Mind, and Spirit 01.08.2025

The first 40 days after childbirth go far beyond physical recovery—they’re about reclaiming your body, mind, and spirit. In this powerful episode of HERcast with Dr. Chito , we explore the traditional African practice of Omugwo —a time-honored postpartum care system—and how it intersects with modern medicine for holistic healing. Our guest, Dr. Ajimego Ikuenobe , medical doctor, early childhood de...

From Fear to Financial Freedom: Women Rewriting Their Money Story 19.07.2025

Why do so many women fear money—or avoid it altogether? In this episode, Dr. Chito sits with investment banker and financial educator Afolake Babade-Babatunde to unpack the myths, mindset shifts, and money moves every woman needs to gain financial confidence. 💬 “Financial freedom isn’t just about having money—it’s about making clear decisions without fear.” Tune in to learn:  ✔️ What financial fr...

Culture, Faith & Gender Equity 05.07.2025

The real battle for gender equity isn’t just in policy—it’s in the pulpit, the family, the tradition… the silence. In this unapologetic episode of HERcast with Dr. Chito, we go deep with one of Africa’s boldest voices—Adaora Onyechere-Sydney Jack—a fierce gender advocate, international journalist, and policy game-changer. Together, we confront the roots of injustice buried in our cultures and fait...

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