Thanks For Asking

This week, I’m joined by Ogo, an inspiring powerhouse of a woman who’s balancing career, motherhood, and fitness - making it all look super easy. We talk about what it really takes to stay consistent, finding time for yourself when everyone needs you, and why some days, the win is just showing up. As someone who was inspired to participate in the Toronto City Marathon, just by watching her do it,...

One shady comment, one act of revenge, and just like that her peach was gone. This episode dives into the explosive story of a  Real Housewives of Atlanta  cast member who let the heat of the moment cost her everything (for this season, at least). As I reflect on my experience with people who deliberately poke you, this is a reminder that not every clapback is worth it, and sometimes the real powe...

Life has been 'Lifing'... in the most awesome way ever and I'm back on the pod to tell you all about it. Also, I watched a true crime documentary on a very special con artist and I was mindblown!!! This episode explores compulsive lying, deception and delusions of grandeur and how they impact the people at the receiving end. This podcast is an attempt to make sense of some of the utterly ridiculou...

It’s Mental Health Day, and we’re talking about the most important person in your life—you! Not your family, not your friends, and especially not your boss, but you. Join me as we chat about how to sidestep stress, say a firm “no” to unnecessary drama, and understand why self-care is in the simplest of things. It’s time to prioritize your peace of mind, because if you don’t take care of yourself,...

Warning: This episode contains discussions of violent themes, including abuse, femicide, and strong language related to death. Listener discretion is advised! In this powerful episode, we delve into the alarming rise in femicide and the devastating realities of abuse against women in Africa and the diaspora. Through real-life stories of victims, we explore the many forms of abuse—physical, emotion...

Hey y'all...Welcome back to the podcast! After a year-long break, I decided to dive back into something I really love doing with an episode titled "Time Check!" In this episode, I explore the pivotal choices we face in our 30s—career shifts, relationship decisions, lifestyle changes, and so much more. This is an engaging episode that hopefully marks my return to podcasting and also s...

The proof of life episode where I once again, explain my unexplained silence for the past couple of months. Well, it's just two words and an exclamation mark - no bandwidth!. On this one, I muse about some things that have been on my mind and all the fun little life changes have that have been happening. At the end of the day, 'everyone was once a baby' - remembering this helps us appr...

This new episode is about "unpopular opinions” that should remain as that - or should they? I invite you to listen as I explore some random thoughts on identity and also share some insightful learnings from the Indigenous peoples of Canada. I do agree that not everything I say on this episode would resonate with everyone, so only take what you need..see what I did there? ;) This podcast is an...

You came into this world crying…why stop now? These were my words after I faced an obstacle so huge that it threatened my sanity but ultimately changed my attitude towards failure. Welcome back to Thanks for Asking. This podcast is an attempt to make sense of some of the utterly ridiculous questions we ask ourselves and others daily. We also discuss light hearted topics and explore everyday experi...

Heartbeats sound a lot like clock ticking if you lay down and just focus on the steady taps, and in a way it is. It counts down until you draw your final breath. On that jarring note, I welcome you to the last podcast episode of 2022. What a year!! Let's wrap it up talking about the cost of finding love. For some people, love shouldn't cost a thing, but for others.. paying $25,000 is just the star...

Today, I am joined by Akinlowo [@lowoslens] and we discuss making new friends with or without benefits, and toxic relationships and Toronto.. in no particular order. Join us for a very hilarious episodes where we unpack childhood memories, traumatic experiences and our day-to-day lives as Canadian immigrants. This podcast is an attempt to make sense of some of the utterly ridiculous questions we a...

On this episode I share my career transition story which was plug & play literally.. This podcast is an attempt to make sense of some of the utterly ridiculous questions we ask ourselves and others daily. We also discuss light hearted topics and explore everyday experiences deserving of a wider audience. Instagram: (@thanksforaskingpodcast) Leave us a 5-star rating and a written review on Appl...

Another day, another brand new hilarious podcast! The pandemic was a crazy time for us all but imagine undertaking a trip half way around the world to a new country in the midst of the global lockdown...yeah, you're gonna need some wine for this! On today's very hilarious episode, Doris sits down with Veronica Chiamaka Vincent to discuss her travel story to Canada, first impressions after arriving...

Guess who's back, back again - Shady's back, tell a friend! Can we pretend that I didn't leave you guys in radio silence for four months? Can we pretend that I've been publishing podcasts back to back and that a catchup episode isn't necessary? No? Okay... Hello everyone, welcome to season 3. It's the same ol' Doris but with a different post code. I am deeply sorry. Life happened and as with every...

Not much to say... goodbyes are hard so you may call this the cry me a river episode. This one is for me, and for everyone having major doubts before a huge decision - what if it turns out to be such an unforgettable experience? Well, Lagos was. This podcast is an attempt to make sense of some of the utterly ridiculous questions we ask ourselves and others daily. We also discuss light hearted topi...

On this episode, we welcome back Jennifer Ugorji for a light-hearted chat about choices, trade-offs, children, work, men and everything in-between. As you can guess, this conversation was random but thoughtful and full of many belly laughs. Listen and play the games along with us and let me know how you did. Have I mentioned how Jennifer threw some questions at me and for the first time...I discus...

"If it seems too good to be true, it probably is a lie" - These are words to live by when you meet someone new.  The Tinder Swindler has us all amazed as to how he pulled off a Ponzi scheme to amass millions of dollars from women around the world. Everyone is talking about the new documentary on Netflix yet somebody somewhere is about to fall victim to another con artist just because they do...

It's Friend! Oh yes, my favourite F word is Friendship...what did you think my favourite F word would be? Food? haha I’ve been accused of romanticizing friendship, and it’s true, I do. I really love my friends and I’m not ashamed to admit that my friends are amazing. It’s difficult to organize your life around friendship in a world that’s built for couples, and it’s doubly difficult when your time...

On this episode, I have a good ol' chat with my buddy Emeka [@no1_wordsmith] and we talked about dating in your 30s, dating in Lagos, and dating spring chickens (apparently, that's some people's flavour *side eye*). Well, Emeka answered some of the burning questions I have always wanted to ask men and he shares his very interesting views on the most random things. Listen to laugh and catch up with...

You shouldn't skip breakfast they say.. It's the most important meal of the day (debatable). But what about when the "Breakfast" in question is a callous meal served with a sword straight through the heart? That's right...I am talking about heartbreaks and the very wicked games people play with the emotions of others. How do we avoid being taken for a ride on the make-believe express? Happy New Ye...

Not sure if you can tell but baby, everywhere you look on the internet..someone is either getting engaged, married or celebrating a wedding anniversary. Let’s not even talk about all the matching red pyjama photos that we drowned in over Christmas.. Well, the happily-ever-after starts with a wedding ceremony and we hear stories of wedding vendors who catastrophically disappoint their clients on th...

Hello guys, Onwa December is in full swing and as Christmas approaches, the black taxes go through the roof. Wondering what that means? Black tax is money spent to support your extended family and friends. A lot of Millennials especially of black origin know the financial obligations that we face once we start working and earning. It is also difficult not to pay 'black tax' because many of us at o...

Thirtyish - The Grown & Sexy Episode What would like to know about life in your 30s? Listen to Doris and Ann as they delve into becoming grown and sexy women living and enjoying life in their thirties. This episode explores friendship, careers, dating, favourite Tv shows, boring men and the whole shebang!!  This podcast is an attempt to make sense of some of the utterly ridiculous questio...

EP 18: How’s Your Head? November is men’s mental health awareness month and on the podcast today, we talk about mental well-being, seeking help and the benefits of therapy. Doris is joined by Pauline, a mental health first aider, counsellor and founder of T.A.L.K Initiative. She also brings in Jennifer to discuss her experience going into therapy and why it is one of the best decisions you can mak...

Reading the room is getting a sense of your surroundings. What is the mood? How are people feeling? and importantly how should your behaviour be adjusted? For example, lets say you just got some great news! You won an all expense paid vacation to your dream location over the weekend. You get to work on Monday bubbling with excitement, wanting to shout out to everyone that you won but no one is loo...