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성경과 섹스| The One with The Sex Series – Biblical Perspectives On Sex: Episode 2 (2021)

The More Sibyl Podcast Presents:

성경과 섹스| The One with The Sex Series – Biblical Perspectives On Sex: Episode 2 (2021)

God is the originator of sex, and everything God made, he called good, including sex. Did you know God is interested in your sex life and that it is a form of worship to God?

Our sex coach, Ms. Yinka brought down the roof as she expounded on the right attitude couples need to adopt, to worship God through sexual intimacy with their partners.

In this episode, we discussed the biblical perspectives of sex. What does the Bible say about sex? Are there certain restrictions to a Christian couple’s sexual exploration in marriage? Are churches or religious organizations supposed to have a say about bedroom affairs?

All these questions and more are what we answer in this week’s episode.

I bet you have enjoyed the free episodes so far; the subsequent eight episodes are premium content. To make a payment, please send a DM or email us at talktomo@mosibyl.com.

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섹스에 대한 오해| The One with The Sex Series – Misconceptions about Sex: Episode 1 (2021)

섹스에 대한 오해| The One with The Sex Series – Misconceptions about Sex: Episode 1 (2021)

Sex! That's what we are discussing today and for the next ten weeks. The world we live in today is highly sexually conscious. Courtesy of the digital and print media, everything around us screams sex.


To guide us in this journey, I chatted with Olayinka Favour-Alaka, a woman who is so passionate about seeing couples win in the area of sex. She is a certified sex coach, lovemaking expert, and the founder of Erotas Lounge. She has worked with many couples, including TDawg and I, and has an equal number of positive reviews to her credit.


In this first episode of the series, we start by debunking common misconceptions about sex, exploring issues such as pornography, sexual frustration, and the cultural tight-lips we have adopted regarding the topic of sex in Africa.

So what's the big deal about sex? Find out about that and more when you listen.


As usual, please send us feedback. We want to know which aspects of the conversation you resonate with the most. This will help us serve you better.

Best,

Mo!

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끝이지만| The One with Linda Jena – On The New Year And Other Stories: Episode 40 (2020)

끝이지만| The One with Linda Jena – On The New Year And Other Stories: Episode 40 (2020)

I am really excited about this episode, not only because it's the last for the year and this third season, but due to the unprecedented last-minute switch that happened. My mom was originally slated for the show, but the epileptic Nigerian network made this impossible. Luckily,

Linda Jena, our Mosibling of the year, who came visiting during Christmas, stepped in, and we recorded an unplanned episode.

Zimbabwean-born, Jesus-loving, Texas-dwelling Linda is rounding off her Ph.D. in education. An introvert committed to the couch-life, we met at a conference for international students, and thanks to my influence, she is gradually becoming more outgoing. #teehee

In this episode, we reviewed the year 2020, her hopes and adventurous plans for the New Year (good-bye to the couch), her unwavering loyalty to the podcast, and her perception of Nigerians.

Linda revealed that she is single and ready to mingle; find out about her 'spec' when you listen.

We will be going on a break but will be back in April 2021 with the show's fourth season. Thank you so much for riding with us this year. We will still be here on Instagram @themoresibylpodcast serving you engaging content, so stay with us.

Happy New Year!!!

Mo!

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나이지리아 유산| The One With Ezanya Obeten-Nance – On Biracial Family, Immigration, and Nigerian Heritage: Episode 39 (2020)

나이지리아 유산| The One With Ezanya Obeten-Nance – On Biracial Family, Immigration, and Nigerian Heritage: Episode 39 (2020)

Were it not for Mary Slessor, who went about doing the Lord's work in Calabar, the capital of Cross Rivers State, Nigeria, our guest for today would most certainly not be our guest for today. Asides from being a twin, which many find fascinating, she has quite an interesting story.

Ezanya Obeten-Nance was born in Illinois, grew up in Nigeria, and currently resides in Louisville, Kentucky. She is a pathology lab supervisor who has worked as a histotechnologist for over ten years. She is the host of "The Izora Podcast," where she talks about faith, family, work, and trying to figure it all out.

In this episode, Ezanya took us through her journey to America, we explored her Nigerian heritage and how it has influenced her role as a mother, why Christmas in Nigeria beats Christmas in the US, interracial marriage, raising two boys, the profound "why" behind her podcast, family values, self-care, and so much more.

After spending almost two decades in the US, Ezanya shared some valuable tips for those migrating to a new country, especially new international students. Listen to get the scoop.

Merry Christmas,

Mo!

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우리가 친구였을 때| The One with Olamide Somoye – On Recovering A Broken Friendship: Episode 38 (2020)

우리가 친구였을 때| The One with Olamide Somoye – On Recovering A Broken Friendship: Episode 38 (2020)

Ghosting doesn’t only happen in romantic relationships, but also among friends. This was my experience with Olamide Somoye, a friend I made while in college, but we drifted apart for obscure reasons.

After 12 years of sparse communication and many life events missed, Lamide and I had the long-overdue conversation in an attempt to find closure. This episode was a walk down memory lane to a time when we thought our bond was unbreakable, when the separation began, and the pains that followed in the years after. We decided on how we intend to navigate the path ahead of us as we walk towards forgiveness and restoration.

If you have ever ghosted or been ghosted in a friendship relationship, this episode is just what you need to find closure, and probably reconciliation.

After listening, if you decide to repair a similar relationship, please send me feedback; I would love to know how it went—wishing you the best of luck!

Ex-Ghost,

Mo!

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항구의 도시이다| The One With Krystal Tolani – On Culture, Entrepreneurship and Life In Hong Kong: Episode 36 (2020)

항구의 도시이다| The One With Krystal Tolani – On Culture, Entrepreneurship, and Life In Hong Kong: Episode 36 (2020)

If you can’t make it better, at least don’t make it worse. It is on this principle that today’s guest runs her eco-friendly business. With a product range that includes tee-shirts and tote bags made from 100% cotton and recycled paper, respectively, she hopes that her company can one day inspire other manufactures to be cautious of the environment.

Meet Krystal Tolani (yea, you read right). Her last name is my first name! She is a digital marketer and the founder of 852prints, a lifestyle label that celebrates the quirky cultural nuances that makeup life in Hong Kong. As an eco-conscious brand, 852prints aims at creating as minimal an environmental impact as a small business can make.

In this episode, we talked about managing a business during the pandemic, her rich cultural heritage, her reason for going eco-friendly, and lots more. She was kind to share the meaning of her name and the cultural significance it holds for her people - the Sindhis.

And find out how Hong Kong helps transplants like Krystal stay rooted in their culture. Listen to the episode to learn some fascinating facts.

Best,

Mo!

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점점 좋아지고| The One With Mo! Sibyl – On The Long-Term Effects Of Shame: Episode 35 (2020)

점점 좋아지고| The One With Mo! Sibyl – On The Long-Term Effects Of Shame: Episode 35 (2020)

Warning: This episode contains messages that might be disturbing to some listeners – especially those who have experienced one form of child sexual abuse or the other.

We are down to the last episode of the SICK-SEEK-RETS series. What a month it has been!

This week’s episode was unplanned; it was born from my "off-the-record" conversation with AnuOluwapo Adelakun, my guest from last week. There was just something about talking to her that helped to finally loosen my tongue to share my story with her, a conversation that I had been unable to have with my mum.

Just like Anu, I was molested at the age of three by a neighbor. Though I didn’t have a thorough understanding of what transpired, an evil seed was planted that day, and I have lived with its fruits since then.

In this episode, I spoke about my abuse for the first time, mapping out my life from childhood to adulthood and the long-term adverse effects the experience left me with. Most importantly, I talked about the steps I have taken and still taking towards healing.

Find out how I broke the news to my mom after 30 years and her reaction to it. There is a word of advice for parents in this episode, give it a listen. As usual, please send feedback.

Love,

Mo!

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수치심의 목적| The One With AnuOluwapo Adelakun – On Finding Purpose Through Shame: Episode 34 (2020)

수치심의 목적| The One With AnuOluwapo Adelakun – On Finding Purpose Through Shame: Episode 34 (2020)

Warning: This episode contains messages that might be disturbing to some listeners – especially those who have experienced one form of child sexual abuse or the other.

To be vulnerable is to put one's self at risk, but it can also be a form of strength when applied in certain life situations. It is in this form that our guest today addressed the issues of shame in her life, which, for a long time, were SICK-RETS. Through her shameful experiences, she has found purpose and is on a mission to liberate others to live guilt and shame-free lives.

AnuOluwapo Adelakun is first a servant of God called to obedience and a channel of healing to God's hurting children. She is the convener of the No Shame tribe, a women & girls' rights advocate, journalist, and award-winning documentary filmmaker working on issues affecting marginalized girls and women across Africa.

In this episode, she talks about being sexually abused as a seven-year-old girl, finding the purpose in her pain, her healing process, and embracing God's love during her time of grief.

This story will get you evaluating your life's purpose, see yourself through the eyes of God's love, and inspire you to not wallow in your shame but to set yourself and your story free. Please give it a listen!

Love,

Mo!

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사기 결혼| The One with Raquel (Mystery guest) – The Red Flags Often Ignored: Episode 33 (2020)

사기 결혼| The One with Raquel (Mystery guest) – The Red Flags Often Ignored: Episode 33 (2020)

The subject of marriage is indeed delicate and must be stepped in to cautiously. While it may be difficult to decipher a person's true intentions, there are red flags that must never be ignored.

Today we bring you yet another divorce story from a guest who has chosen to be anonymous, so she will be called Raquel. She fell victim to a con man who pretended to love her but was only after getting a US green card. The marriage that began as a rushed and hushed process also ended in the same manner, a few short months later.

In this episode, Raquel owned her story and took responsibility for her actions. She walked us through the process from marriage to divorce, how she is dealing with the mental and emotional strain and finally coming to terms with the unfolded events. Raquel tells us why she remained married as long as she did, the secrecy and hastiness of the entire situation, the warning signals she ignored, her final wake up call, and how she is finally placing her happiness ahead.

Raquel ends this episode with a powerful note of encouragement that is relevant to everyone. You should listen to it!!!

Best,

Mo!

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행복하게 이혼했다| The One with Olayinka Favour-Alaka – On Thriving Well After a Divorce: Episode 32 (2020)

The More Sibyl Podcast Presents: The One with Olayinka Favour-Alaka – On Thriving Well After a Divorce: Episode 32 (2020)

Nobody gets married with the intention of disrupting their ‘happily ever after.” Still, a series of events occur, leading to the eventual breakdown of the relationship between two people who once cared about each other.

Kicking off this month’s specially curated episodes is the one with Olayinka Favour-Alaka, a woman I have come to love and admire for her strength and authenticity. She is a facility manager at Alterra Capital, an event planner, a teen minister, and a certified sex therapist.

This is the first time she has publicly opened up about her divorce, and I salute her courage in being vulnerable. In this episode, Olayinka laid bare the events that led up to the disintegration of her marriage - including having multiple miscarriages, her attempts to fix things, the healing process thereafter, and how she is thriving again as a single woman.

This episode is rich in lessons for single, married, and divorced people.

You can send in any questions concerning the conversation, and they will be addressed during the up-coming Shame Conference.

You can find all about Yinka and her sex therapy work on IG @erotaslounge

https://motolani-s-school.thinkific.com/courses/Sexworkshop

Best,

Mo!

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한류| The One with Mojung Sylvia Kim – On Hallyu - South Korea's Pop Culture Wave: Episode 31 (2020)

The More Sibyl Podcast Presents: The One with Mojung Sylvia Kim – On Hallyu - South Korea’s Pop Culture Wave: Episode 31 (2020)

I am very excited about this episode because it centers on my adopted country, South Korea. For over ten years, I have indulged in this one and only guilty pleasure - Korean dramas, aka K-Dramas. Asides the several reasons I love them, watching K-Dramas have played a great role in elevating my understanding of the Korean culture and language.

To do justice to this subject, I brought my Korean sister and teacher, Mojung Kim. Mojung is a Korean living in America and undergoing her Master's in Early Childhood Education at the University of Central Oklahoma.

In this episode, we trace it right to the beginning, examining Korea's history and the events that lead to the Korean wave, also known as "Hallyu" (a Chinese term). We examined the concepts of Han and Jeong, the writing style of K-Dramas, the unique romantic display, the dark sides of the Korean culture, amongst others.

If you are new to watching K-Dramas, this episode is a must-listen as we provided recommendations of our favorite shows and where to get them. And if you are wondering how Korea got to be so cool, then go ahead and listen as well.

For me, I would love to see the future collaborations between Nigeria's Nollywood and Korean entertainment.

한국 만세,

Mo!

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자유의 전사| The One with Jessica Fortunes – On The EndSARS Protests in Nigeria: Episode 30 (2020)

The More Sibyl Podcast Presents: The One with Jessica Fortunes – On The EndSARS Protests in Nigeria: Episode 30 (2020)

If you have access to the internet, then by now, you must have come across the hashtag, #EndSARS. The Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) is a unit of the Nigerian Police Force that has, for many years, terrorized rather than protect Nigerian citizens, with the young people being their primary targets.

For two weeks, young Nigerians have been protesting locally and internationally, calling for the disbandment of SARS and justice for their victims. Joining me on this episode is Jessica Fortunes, the host of @twentysomethingsrants podcast, a young Nigerian, and one of the protesters. We talked about the youth's power using their voices with social media as their tool, the key role women have played in the protests, the solidarity of the young people, and the adjustments the older generation needs to make.

This episode is a must-listen, especially for those who haven't had a personal experience with SARS. I have also included personal encounter stories of young Nigerians in their twenties who have been harassed by these rogue officers.

If you can't physically be part of the protest, you can support by lending your voice, creating awareness on your platforms, make welfare package donations, or send monetary contributions to the @feministco.

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라고스에서의 생활| The One with Iyanu Adedipe – On Life In Lagos: Episode 29 (2020)

The More Sibyl Podcast Presents: The One with Iyanu Adedipe – On Life In Lagos

The reviews from last Thursday’s episode with Iyanu have been amazeballs, so I decided to give you guys a bonus. It’s an excerpt from my conversation with Iyanu focusing on Lagos life and her “serial killer ways” of going to the movies alone.

In this episode, we talked about the changes that have occurred in Lagos since the last time I was there and about the excessive carbohydrate consumption (especially rice) in Nigeria.

Well, Iyanu was bent on defending her choice of going to the movies alone, and she even took a swipe at me for meditating on the throne of inspiration (aka the toilet seat). So I leave you guys to judge (please don’t vote in her favor), which of these is creepy: going to the movies alone as a form of self-care or spending an hour in the toilet meditating to receive fresh ideas?

I await your verdict. Oh, and enjoy this super-duper short segment; I am off to meditate!

You can read more about my hotel staycation here: https://medium.com/@Mosibyl/for-when-next-you-are-in-lagos-nigeria-c8a571377447

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결혼에 관하여| The One with Iyanu Adedipe – On What No One Tells You About Marriage: Episode 28 (2020)

The More Sibyl Podcast Presents: The One with Iyanu Adedipe – On What No One Tells You About Marriage

When two people with different stories, ideas, backgrounds, and expectations fall in love, getting married seems like the next step to take. But beyond just loving each other, their ability to manage their differences is a crucial factor that will keep them together.

In this episode, I have my sister-in-law, Iyanu Adedipe, on the show to talk about our marriages to twin brothers. Iyanu is married to my husband’s twin, Kehinde. She is a mixologist, a lover of rice and fish sauce, and the only one I know who goes to the movies alone. Really, who does that? #Serialkillerswannabe

We critically examined the role of communication in maintaining a happy marriage, the importance of continuously teaching one another, unfulfilled expectations, and dealbreakers in marriage—all these with shared with some laughter too.

If you are curious to find out the back story between Taiwo and me, then this is the episode you’ll get the full gist. The good thing for you is that our husbands don’t listen to this podcast anyway, so go on ahead and download and enjoy the whole gossip and a half.

Best,

Mo!

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잉카의 이야기| The One with Olayinka Jolaosho: On Career, Grief, and Addiction: Episode 27 (2020)

The More Sibyl Podcast Presents: The One with Olayinka Jolaosho - On Career, Grief, and Addiction

Meet Olayinka Jolaosho (yeah two episodes in a row with Yinkas – guess they truly yímiká, haha) - my WhatsApp muse and the bane of my meme existence. She's also a strong anti-fan even though she believes she's my #4 fan. It's my utmost pleasure to share this extraordinary treasure to my listeners. It's one of the many ways I keep making her famous (things I do for you, boo!)

Indeed, there are conventional ways of doing things, but you find people like Yinka who deviate from traditions now and then. Yinka is a pharmacist with 12 years of progressive practical experience working in the development and health sector in several areas, including pharmaceutical research, supply chain management, program management, sales and marketing, and much more.

As a pharmacist in Nigeria, the career options are limited to specific areas, but Yinka has successfully carved out a niche for herself in the healthcare industry.

In this episode, she shares with us details of her 12-year career journey, attitude to work, and finding her unique passion in pharmacy. She also shared the pain of losing her sister to sickle cell anemia and her dad shortly after, as well as her strange but acceptable addiction.

Listen to this episode to find out how Yinka evolved from making purple candles as a child to becoming a "purple cow" in her field of expertise.

Best,

Mo!

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성 치료사| The One with Olayinka Favour-Alaka – On Divine Calling and Becoming a Sex Coach: Episode 26 (2020)

The More Sibyl Podcast Presents: The One with Olayinka Favour-Alaka – On Divine Calling and Becoming a Sex Coach

What do you do when your purpose conflicts with your current situation? Do you let go of your dream, or do you launch ahead despite the challenge? Today's story features Olayinka Favour-Alaka, a woman who didn't allow societal expectations to get the better of her. Still, she is fearlessly living her best life as she answers her divine calling. She also happens to be our sex therapist!

After dancing to the tunes of parental demands that yielded no fruits, Yinka stood up for herself and went after her desires. As a teenager in boarding school, she was the victim of bullies who managed to suppress her lively spirit, leaving her with self-esteem issues. Being able to identify with their struggles, Yinka is now a passionate advocate for teenagers, mentoring them in the Christian faith, and through life issues. She is also a certified sex therapist, an event planner, and a facility manager at Alterra Capital.

In this episode, she shares the background story for her various expressions, including describing herself as happily divorced, while testifying of God's grace upon her life. This episode is a must-listen, especially if there is a conflict between your calling and your life's experiences.

Special thanks to Patricia O from Lagos, Nigeria for the introduction.

Best,

Mo!

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세 번째 독백| The One with Mo! - Mo!nologue III: – On Gratitude, Confronting Fear, and Toxic Traits: Episode 25 (2020)

The More Sibyl Podcast Presents: The One with Mo! - Mo!nologue III: – On Gratitude, Confronting Fear, and Toxic Traits

One of the many blessings of podcasting for me is having a safe space to talk and share my thoughts with you all, knowing that someone is out there listening and probably learning too.

Today, I decided to do a monologue-something I haven’t done in a while now. In this episode, I talked about practicing gratitude, confronting your fears, and managing toxic behaviors.

As usual, I shared my personal stories alongside these topics. After undergoing an event that almost cost me my life, I am grateful to be alive now more than ever. I also recently crossed a significant item off my to-do list, which I have unconsciously been afraid of doing.

While listening to this episode, take time to reflect, evaluate your position on the issues I raised, and please send feedback. I would love to know how this episode has impacted you.

해라 /hae ra/ (Do it!),

Mo!

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떠돌이 작가| The One with Enyeribe Ibegwam – On Identity, Becoming a Writer, & Other Stories: Episode 24 (2020)

The More Sibyl Podcast Presents: The One with Enyeribe Ibegwam – On Identity, Becoming a Writer, & Other Stories

How would you define the word "brother?" Well, after listening to this episode, you will discover that your brothers or sisters are not just those with whom you share blood relationship, but also those with whom you share solidarity.

My guest today is Enyeribe Ibegwam. He was brought up in Lagos, Nigeria but now resides in the US. A writer, he has been awarded a PEN/Robert J. Dau Short Story Prize and was a finalist for the Commonwealth Short Story Prize. He is a recipient of several grants, and his story has been published in the PEN America Best Debut Stories 2019. He's also a Truman Capote Fellow at the Iowa Writers' Workshop.

As a young man in the US, he initially felt uneasy being called "brother" by strangers because he was Black, but it was only a matter of time before he too became a "brother" to other brothers.

In this episode, Enyeribe walks down memory lane to his childhood experiences; we talk about Africans' duty to African-Americans and go behind-the-scenes of his literary work. Kindly do yourself a favor by visiting here to read more of Enyeribe's stories.

Download this episode to find out more about this amazing "brother" and writer.

Best,

Mo!

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대중 연설가| The One with Brenden Kumarasamy - On Mastering Public Speaking: Episode 23 (2020)

The More Sibyl Podcast Presents: The One with Brenden Kumarasamy - On Mastering Public Speaking

If you are like most people, you probably have or have had a fear of public speaking. But the good news is that after hearing from today’s guest, you will discover that public speaking is not as difficult as it seems, but an art that can be learned and mastered.

In today’s episode, I have Brenden Kumarasamy on the show. He grew up in Montreal and had to learn French. He is the founder of MasterTalk, a YouTube channel he started to help the world master public speaking and communication. He coaches purpose-driven entrepreneurs on how to master their message and share their ideas with the world. He also works as a Business Transformation Consultant at IBM, where he helps clients transition to better technology HR solutions to help them do business better.

From an early age, Brenden was determined to lift his family out of poverty, and that became his motivation for going to business school and becoming a business consultant. Being a success-driven person, he competed in over 50 case competitions while in college, which provided a platform where he perfected his public speaking skills and gained years’ worth of experience coaching other students.

In this episode, Brenden shares how he stumbled into his entrepreneurial journey in public speaking, public speaking tips for polyglots, strategies to crack the fear of public speaking, the reason for his drive, and the big questions he asked himself that helped him get an early start in life.

So if you are interested in learning more about public speaking (which you should), you need to listen to this episode to find out where you can access Brenden’s amazing stash of highly educative and free content.

And what the heck does karaoke language mean, anyone?

Be Insane or Be The Same,

Mo!

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즐거움과 추억| The One with Chiamaka Adepegba - A No-Holds-Barred Interview of Mo! (Part 2): Episode 22 (2020)

The More Sibyl Podcast Presents:

The One with Chiamaka Adepegba- A No-Holds-Barred Interview of Mo! (Part 2): Episode 22 (2020)

We are picking it right where we left off last week. This episode is the second part of my no-holds-barred conversation with my dear friend, Chiamaka. Chiamaka Adepegba is a senior pharmacist and independent prescriber who just bagged her master’s degree in advanced prescribing. She is a blogger, YouTuber, and a lover of makeup and fufu. She is married and is based in the UK with her family. Chiamaka and I have known each other since 2004 when we were college roommates. She was the intermediary between my now husband and me in the early days.

In this concluding episode, I answer the rest of her questions, which by the way, are less intense compared to those of the previous week, but equally relevant and cuts across border. Like my views on BLM and why I keep my hair in dreads (hint, it's a spiritual expression). I didn’t make this episode all about me; I gave my listeners a deeper insight into our friendship by sharing two important lessons I learned from her while we were at college. We shared memories of the past from our college years and highlight how those experiences have contributed to shaping us into the women that we are today.

We also talked about her relationship with her late dad, who passed away 12 years ago; Chiamaka lets us into her grief management and how she is still dealing with the pain even after all this time. Just in case you ever wondered why I locked my hair, you can find out from this episode. Simply download to get the entire scoop!

Best,

Mo!

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