The Girl Unplugged

It's another fun time to sit and chat all things female! and on this episode, I sit with Olusola to talk about what being a single woman in her 30's (African and Nigerian) is like. The challenges, the wins, and how we cope with the challenges that come our way. Trust me, this is a must-listen! Send me a dm on Instagram: @thegirlunplugged Email: ritachukwuike@gmail.com

Lets talk about plant life style with an interesting and experienced plant influencer in Nigeria, Ebuka also know as Plantboy.ng. He shares his story, experiences and challenges in pursuing this passion. And tips on being a plant parent and how to monetize your hobby. Enjoy! Connect with Ebuka on Instagram: @plantboy.ng Send me an email: ritachukwuike@gmail.com Instagram: @thegirlunplugged

Do you sometimes(or most of the time)question your feelings? If they are appropriate, right? Do you validate them or dismiss them? How assertive are you of your feelings? I share some of my personal experiences in navigating and validating my feelings in this episode. Enjoy! Send me an email: ritachukwuike@gmail.com DM on Instagram: @thegirlunplugged

Have seen the limited series on Netflix called the maid? Well, I won't promise there won't be spoilers but on this episode, Ije and I review this series as we give our candid opinions and take away from the movie. Enjoy! Send me an Email: ritachukwuike@gmail.com DM o Instagram: @thegirlunplugged Connect with Ije on Instagram: @unfilteredtalkwithije

"When I was little I had always wanted to be a flower girl but never got to be one. I asked my mom why and she said  that I wasn't fine enough to be a flower girl."- Nenya Every girl/woman battles with one insecurity or the other about her appearance and doubts if she is truly beautiful but from whose lenses do we measure these standards? In this episode, Nenya and I have this vulnerable and...

The world of the beautiful is not all rosy and smooth. While people are enamored by beautiful people and avail them some privileges there are many downsides to being attractive and good-looking. Let's chat, I will tell you all about it in this episode. Send me an Email: ritachukwuike@gmail.com DM on Instagram:@thegirlunplugged

November is here!  Feeling the tension yet? Did the year turn out as you planned? In this episode, I try to put things into perspective and bring a voice of reason to why your success this year may be looking different from your expectations. Send me a DM: @thegirlunplugged Email: ritachukwuike@gmail.com 

Let's go down memory lane, shall we?  In this episode, I chat with Violet about our childhood as children raised by Nigerian parents and what was peculiar about them. Things we didn't like and misunderstood, and also share things we would do better when we become parents. Send me a DM on Instagram: @thegirlunplugged Email: ritachukwuike@gmail.com Connect with Violet on Instagram: @_vaio

Hello Millenials, in this episode we have created a safe space to talk about our insecurities and struggles in a Genz era. Our amazing guests, Ifemidayo and  Omolola brought a lot of banter, interesting perspectives, and words of encouragement as we go down memory lane and analyze some of the issues of millennials in this current dispensation. Send me a DM: @thegirlunplugged. Email: ritachukw...

Social constructs are things we grow accustomed to and accept as normal because that is how we have been condition to think. we aspire to things but are not sure if they are truly what we want or desire. In this episode, Anniedora, host of the lemonade society pod, and I discuss some of these constructs and the need to know ourselves and pursue the things we truly desire. Send me a mail: ritachukw...

"Japa" is a Nigerian slang for immigration or traveling abroad for greener pastures. There is a mass outflux of young Nigerians currently in Nigeria who are seeking better living conditions and opportunities in other countries, causing them to migrate. This episode with Christie, host of the @CLASSICOVERDRIVEPODCAST is to share some experience in other to shed light on the realities of living abro...

So this is in hope and with the intention that I speak into existence the man of my dreams. I may not know what he looks like but I definitely know the qualities I want him to have. In this episode, I share some of these qualities and why them. Enjoy. Send me an Email: ritachukwuike@gmail.com Instagram: @thegirlunplugged

The Naija no dey carry last mentality is a slogan in Nigeria that represents our excellence, tenacity, and resilience as a people in everything we do. This is our bravado and never-give-up mentality that portrays the hustle culture of the people. This has seen us through difficult times and thriving in every sphere we find ourselves but could it also be detrimental to our well-being and evolution...

Let's talk about abortion.  Ms. Vee (@sexguide.ng on Instagram) and I talk about our perspectives on sexual rights, their accessibility for young adults, the hazards and trauma that come with illegal and unsafe abortion in Nigeria. This conversation was reflective and insightful, as we shared personal experiences. We hope you learn from this episode. Send me an email: ritachukwuike@gmail.com DM: @...

So, what does it feel like to be 34? Well in this episode I answer some of the questions that give a big picture answer of what life has been like for me from my 20's to my 30's. Lessons learned, things I am grateful for, things I struggle with, and what I look forward to going forward. I trust you will love this one. Also hosting this show is Misie of the What she said Podcast. Connect with me on...

Nene has been through several heartbreaks and has sworn never to fall in love again. But she has found herself breaking that promise again and again. In this episode, I chat with Nene about how her experience with heartbreak in relationships has made her a "Hard girl." What makes one a hard girl? Does a hard girl fall in love again after a heartbreak. What does the hard girl manifesto look like? F...

Let's talk about the reason why we are in our mid 30's and still single. Is it how life is or do we have a hand in it?  This episode is a self dragging one that kind of gives insights into the singles life and how it may not be God's fault when we ask, "God when?" Send me an email: ritachukwuike@gmail.com Send me a DM on Instagram @thegirlunplugged.

We continue the series with Nasa as we discuss depression, coping with anxiety and depression, the importance of therapy, and the level of mental health awareness and treatment in Nigeria. Enjoy. Send me an email: ritachukwuike@gmail.com DM on Instagram: @thegirlunplugged

Should you be having sex before marriage?  What kind of sex one should be having as a woman?  Is pleasure reserved for a particular gender during sex and what does it look like?  This episode discusses some of these issues and more as it relates to sexual freedom for women. Honest and undiluted, it should leave you questioning how much you have evolved sexually as a 21st-century wom...

Yaay! In this episode, we tackle the topic "Is marriage necessary?" as a community. Members of the unplugged telegram channel aired their views and opinion on a Youtube mini-documentary series: Mother vs Daughters: is marriage necessary? We highlight points like; Is marriage an old-fashioned institution? Are there repercussions for not wanting to get married? Is there anything as marrying late? Th...

Daniel "Briggz" Adisa is the guest on this episode and we talk about the behaviors in our generation that are done wrongly with good intentions. We explore behaviors like cancel culture, unfruitful rebellion, forceful independence, and abuse of mental health. It was an honest and hard conversation that should provoke introspection and the desire to do better. Connect with Daniel on Instagram @vola...

What do you think of death-as a beginning or as an end? On this episode Chiemeka and I share experiences and our various philosophies on death.  Some of the challenges people face when they loose a loved one  And how we as a society (Nigerians) are desensitized of death. This is a lighthearted conversation that wouldn't leave you eerie but will give you perspective on death and why it sh...

Hey, lovelies! This is a prodigal daughter episode on why I have been AWOL on the pod. I know! I know!  It’s unpardonable but maybe after listening you may just find a reason to accept me back to your ears and rooms once again. Let’s catch up! Send me an email: ritachukwuike@gmail.com. Connect with me on Instagram: @thegirlunplugged

This episode is a chill conversation with a friend on his perception of life. Kolo is the kind of man I find interesting because of his views about life which are not conventional. We talk about the reasons why he is still single, his pursuit of perfection, and the reason why he does the things he does. The theme of this episode can be summarised thus, "Not all men are scum, a scum today can be a...

Dante Frank, host of The Uncomfortable Truths Podcast, and I discuss misogyny in Nigeria and the factors that contribute to it. A major part of it being toxic masculinity. He gives his takes from an honest and sincere point of view. He also shares ways that men can begin to take responsibility for the safety of women in Nigerian society. Send me an email: ritachukwuike@gmail.com DM: @thegirlunplug...