Chiedozie Eric Okafor

I Think I Love My Wife Podcast

Society EN ↓ 85 episodes

This podcast explores the inner workings, struggles, challenges, and beauty of being in a relationship. It goes deep in uncovering how people have overcome challenges to become engaged and then married. It intentionally focuses on getting perspective from married men of color, especially married Black men, while providing a platform where people can learn from their stories. This podcast also highlights the mental burdens that stem from societal pressures, generational curses, gender related norms, and personal expectations.

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Author

Chiedozie Eric Okafor

Category

Society

Podcast website

neloeffect.com

Latest episode

Jun 2, 2025

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Episodes

S02.E05 - Jomar Part 2: Casting unnecessary blame 19.10.2020

In this episode (Casting unnecessary blame), I continue my conversation exploring love and relationship as I talk to a friend, who's been married for 7 years, and examine his journey towards marriage and how he and his wife have handled various challenges and adventures. We talk about contemplating divorce and the things that led to that like communication issues, aligning on love languages, as we...

S02.E04 - Jomar Part 1: We tend to proceed before acknowledging 12.10.2020

In this episode (We tend to proceed before acknowledging), I explore navigating a relationship through marriage, tough career decisions, and intentions to grow a family. I talk to a friend, who's been married for 7 years, and examine his journey towards marriage and how he and his wife have handled various challenges and adventures.   We discuss the sacrifices made for a long distance relationship...

S02.E03 - Mik Part 3: How do I out serve her 05.10.2020

In this episode (How do I out serve her), I wrap my conversation with a friend, who's been married for 5 years, and examine his journey towards marriage and how he and his wife have navigated challenging times.   We discuss service leadership in a relationship and the mentality to out serve your partner. We talk about the roles and responsibilities in the household and the importance of having a p...

S02.E03 - How do I out serve her 05.10.2020

In this episode (How do I out serve her), I wrap my conversation with a friend, who's been married for 5 years, and examine his journey towards marriage and how he and his wife have navigated challenging times.   We discuss service leadership in a relationship and the mentality to out serve your partner. We talk about the roles and responsibilities in the household and the importance of having a p...

S02.E02 - Mik Part 2: The little things add up 28.09.2020

In this episode (The little things add up), I continue my conversation with a friend, who's been married for 5 years, and examine his journey towards marriage and how he and his wife have navigated challenging times. We discuss evaluating someone as a wife versus a girlfriend and the difference between dating and courting. We talk about how he made his long distance relationship work and the grace...

S02.E01 - Mik Part 1: You wasted her time 21.09.2020

In this episode (You wasted her time), I explore the feelings that stem from trying to be strong amidst a pandemic and after the #GeorgeFloyd murder. I talk to a friend, who's been married for 5 years, and examine his journey towards marriage and how he and his wife have navigated challenging times.   We discuss the pressure that men feel to be strong for their partner and family, especially durin...

B01.E10 - Part 10: They trade in height for honesty 29.06.2020

In this episode (They trade in height for honesty), I wrap up this bonus 10-part mini series and my conversation with Brittney Gwynn, the host of a podcast called Girl Talk with Pops . We discuss the trade-offs people make as they get older. We talk about dating people with children and the factors you must consider. I also highlight some of the major things I've learned about myself and shed ligh...

B01.E09 - Part 9: Do you not trust me 29.06.2020

In this episode (Do you not trust me), I continue my conversation with Brittney Gwynn, the host of a podcast called Girl Talk with Pops . We discuss some of the important tough conversations that people should have in a relationship. We dive deep into how certain specific actions can be misinterpreted. We talk about having grace for the unknown. We pry into Brittney's long distance and how she's l...

B01.E08 - Part 8: Guys always want sex 22.06.2020

In this episode (Guy always want sex), I continue my conversation with Brittney Gwynn, the host of a podcast called Girl Talk with Pops . We talk about sex and celibacy - being adjusting to your partner's preferences and how it might be weighted differently for different people. We discuss dating multiple people until you're in an official relationship and the pros and cons of that. I'm also chall...

B01.E07 - Part 7: I have courting potential 22.06.2020

In this episode (I have courting potential), I continue my conversation with Brittney Gwynn, the host of a podcast called Girl Talk with Pops . We discuss situationships, how it can be defined as well as how people view them. We talk about what progress looks like in the dating stage before a relationship becomes official. We dissect how some men are dating to court while some women desire to be c...

B01.E06 - Part 6: Sometimes you just have to listen 15.06.2020

In this episode (Sometimes you just have to listen), I continue my conversation with Brittney Gwynn, the host of a podcast called Girl Talk with Pops . We discuss vulnerability and the importance of listening. We examine the psyche of a black man and how compartmentalizing is a survival tool. We talk about the pressure men feel to solve and fix, while highlighting the differences in how we think o...

B01.E05 - Part 5: So ready to be washed 15.06.2020

In this episode (So ready to be washed), I continue my conversation with Brittney Gwynn, the host of a podcast called Girl Talk with Pops . We spend some time on the need to have trust in a relationship and discuss the value of companionship. We talk about the struggles of dating especially as it pertains to using the dating apps. We go deep on why guys give the illusion of interest. I'm also prod...

B01.E05 - So ready to be washed 15.06.2020

In this episode (So ready to be washed), I continue my conversation with Brittney Gwynn, the host of a podcast called Girl Talk with Pops . We spend some time on the need to have trust in a relationship and discuss the value of companionship. We talk about the struggles of dating especially as it pertains to using the dating apps. We go deep on why guys give the illusion of interest. I'm also prod...

B01.E04 - Part 4: You're going to take some Ls 08.06.2020

In this episode (You're going to take some Ls), I continue my conversation with Brittney Gwynn, the host of a podcast called Girl Talk with Pops . We talk about daddy issues versus abandonment issues. We discuss knowing to pick your battles and the importance of valuing the process as much as the results. We take a look at the phrase "happy wife, happy life" to determine whether it's true or not....

B01.E03 - Part 3: Let's just learn each other 08.06.2020

In this episode (Let's just learn each other), I continue my conversation with Brittney Gwynn, the host of a podcast called Girl Talk with Pops . We talk about the boundaries and bets that people make in order to secure a relationship. We discuss the data points that men and women acquire as indicators. We highlight the ways that men and women think and feel differently as well as the luxury of op...

B01.E02 - Part 2: You can't microwave a relationship 31.05.2020

In this episode (You can't microwave a relationship), I chat with Brittney Gwynn, the host of a podcast called Girl Talk with Pops . I sit on the other side of the microphone as I answer her questions.  We talk about the importance of protecting your tank and the responsibility we have with other people's feelings. She pushes me to learn about the times I've felt like I was in love. We discuss how...

B01.E01 - Part 1: It's not just what you say 31.05.2020

In this episode (It's not just what you say), I chat with Brittney Gwynn, the host of a podcast called Girl Talk with Pops . I sit on the other side of the microphone as I answer her questions.  I describe my story in starting the podcast and share more of my personal background as well as my relationship history - highlighting ways they are intertwined. I explain how I try to foster an environmen...

S01.E17 - Reunion Part 5: You are enough 16.03.2020

In this episode (You are enough), I wrap up season 1 by completing my conversation with Anthony, Dorian, and Paul where we discuss more topics and questions from the listeners. We talk about spirituality and religion – navigating the right time to bring that into the relationship as well as who should take the lead in that space. We discuss the decision to have more kids and aligning on a number o...

S01.E16 - Reunion Part 4: That's the dilemma 09.03.2020

In this episode (That's the dilemma), I continue the conversation with Anthony, Dorian, and Paul from season one and we discuss topics and questions from the listeners. We talk about how to determine someone's value and when the relationship is worth it. They give me a hard time about some specific dating stories and try to school me on the appropriate time to text, call, and FaceTime. We dive dee...

S01.E15 - Reunion Part 3: Everyone has a past 02.03.2020

In this episode (Everyone has a past), I bring Anthony, Dorian, and Paul back from season one and we discuss more topics and questions from the listeners. We also get their perspective after being on the podcast and what they have learned since we last spoke on air. We answer questions about dating someone who has had sex with a friend. We give our perspective on the appropriate length of time to...

S01.E14 - Reunion Part 2: It's okay to be scared 24.02.2020

In this episode (It's okay to be scared), I continue my recap with Brandon and Justin from season one and we discuss topics and questions from the listeners. We talk about how women exclude guys from consideration who have dated their friends. We provide some insight as to why guys hesitate to approach women. We discuss the difference between dating and courting as well as break down what chivalry...

S01.E13 - Reunion Part 1: Get over yourself 17.02.2020

In this episode (Get over yourself), I bring Brandon and Justin back from season one and we discuss topics and questions from the listeners. We also get their perspective after being on the podcast and what they have learned since we last spoke on air. We answer questions about how someone's upbringing can impact the relationship and the way they see things. We go deeper on mental health and the r...

S01.E12 - Anthony Part 3: There's always that pressure 25.11.2019

In this episode (There's always that pressure), I discuss family and preparing for a child while growing your relationship. I conclude my conversation with my friend from episode 10 and 11, who's recently married, and further examine his journey towards as well as in marriage. We talk about having a baby prior to marriage, the adjustments you have to make as well as the potential impact it may or...

S01.E11 - Anthony Part 2: Marriage is a choice 18.11.2019

In this episode (Marriage is a choice), I discuss some of the choices and adjustments you have to make in marriage. I continue my conversation with my friend from episode 10, who's recently married, and further examine his journey towards as well as in marriage. We talk about the difference between being in love and being with the right person. We explain why marriage is a choice and the importanc...

S01.E10 - Anthony Part 1: Proceed at your own risk 11.11.2019

In this episode (Proceed at your own risk), I discuss dating, long distance relationships, and demanding lifestyles. I talk to a friend, who's recently married, and examine his journey towards as well as in marriage. We talk about navigating long distance relationships, how to build a solid foundation and address conflict within one. We discuss the importance of asking a lot of questions upfront a...

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