Diary of a Wine Addict

“I sometimes wish I was a boy.”

Why would a teenage girl feel this way? What does being a girl mean to her, and what are the realities that shape how she sees herself and her future?

On this International Day of the Girl Child, I sit down with Chisom for an honest conversation about growing up as a girl, the expectations society places on girls, and the dreams every girl deserves the freedom to pursue.

Having grown up in Northern Nigeria, Chisom shares her observations of child marriage, including seeing some of her friends get married at just 12 and 13 years old. We also talk about the challenges girls face, the pressure of gender expectations, and why being a girl should never mean having to dream smaller.

This year’s International Day of the Girl Child theme is “End child marriage and invest in girls’ rights!” It reminds us that every girl deserves a childhood, an education, the freedom to make choices about her future, and the opportunity to become whoever she dreams of being.

Girls deserve more than protection from harmful practices. They deserve to be heard, supported, empowered, and given the opportunities to thrive.

Because no girl should have to wish she were a boy to believe that her dreams are possible.

Watch, listen, and join the conversation.

Have you ever felt that being a girl limited what you could do or become? What do you think we need to change to give every girl a fair chance?

Share your thoughts in the comments, and share this video with someone who needs to hear this message.

Let’s keep talking about girls’ rights, ending child marriage and building a world where every girl can dream big without limits.

#InternationalDayOfTheGirlChild #GirlsRights #EndChildMarriage #InvestInGirls #Diaryofawineaddict #Podcast #DWAP #GirlChildEducation #GenderEquality #EmpowerGirls

We have taken the next step ‼️

A few days ago, we raised concerns about the reported presence of VOCs, heavy metals and other chemicals in sanitary pads circulating in Nigeria.

Now, The SHE Mission Initiatives, alongside our network of lawyers, has officially served a Joint Administrative Petition and Freedom of Information (FOI) requests on NAFDAC, FCCPC and SON.

We are calling for:

• Immediate nationwide sampling and laboratory testing of sanitary pads

• Public disclosure of NAFDAC’s current quality and safety thresholds

• Recall of products found to be non-compliant

• Compliance with the statutory FOI disclosure period

Period products are basic necessities. Women and girls should not have to question whether the products they rely on every month are safe.

The petitions have been received. Now, we wait for action.

Read our full press release via the link in @theshemission’s Instagram bio.

Please share this video and help us push for greater transparency and stronger menstrual health governance in Nigeria. 🤍

#TheSHEMission #MenstrualHealth #PeriodPoverty #PeriodProducts #MenstrualHealthGovernance #Nigeria #WomensHealth #PublicHealth #ConsumerRights

For sometime now, I have been passionate about ending period poverty in Nigeria. No woman or girl should choose between basic needs and menstrual products. But now, another question weighs on me: Are the menstrual products people can afford actually safe?

Through The SHE Mission, I have met girls who once relied on newspapers and old clothes and now, even as we fight for access, safety concerns are emerging. I do not believe the answer is simply, ‘use a tampon’ or ‘get a menstrual cup.’ I personally do NOT want that and many women do not. We should not pit affordability against safety.

We need products that are both accessible and properly tested. For me, ending period poverty has always been about dignity. But dignity must also mean safety. As we fight for access, we must also fight for safety. Ending period poverty must include safe periods.

Thank you @doc.draizident @draizident.doc

and shoutout to the men who observe and join hands in ensuring that women go through safe periods.

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#Pearlliehart

#Safeperiods

#periodpoverty

2026 is the year I stop auditioning for my own life and start living it.

In this episode, I talk about leaving my comfort zone, stepping into rooms I once felt unqualified for and choosing courage over certainty. From filming a comedic movie series for four intense days (yes, I survived 😅) to saying YES to projects that scare me.

This is your sign to try the thing. Anything.

We’re talking about the “man in the arena,” why trying matters more than winning, and why future-you deserves proof that you showed up.

If you’ve been waiting for the perfect time, perfect confidence or perfect outcome, this episode might lovingly drag you out of that mindset. Because honestly? It’s better to try and know than to sit and wonder forever.

Press play if 2026 is your “doing it anyway” year. ❤️‍🔥

I mean, WINE not? 🍷🎙️

- Pearllie Hart

Available on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Nigeria! I’m tired. I’m just…tired. 💔

Out of 80+ beautiful entries, I emerged the winner of Nigeria’s first ever Next Big Podcaster Award!!! Thank you to Sterling bank and the Muvmnt team for pioneering the very first festival of stories in Nigeria!!

I am beyond thrilled to be a part of this movement!

It was such a mind-blowing day!!! Thank you, Podfest Naija! 🎙️

Thank you to all my supporters, family, friends and listeners!! This is our journey together!! 🥂 🍷

Life update? Traditional 9-5? My hosting career? Q3 achievements?

Been a hot minute!

I have missed you all in an earth-shaking way!

I’m baaaaack!!!!! What have YOU been up to? 🍷

This episode briefly explores narcissism in relationships with the case study of Diddy and Cassie.

How would you define a “victim”? Do you think Cassie fits the description of a victim? I would love to hear what you think! Kindly leave a comment. 🍷

#narcissism #cassie #diddy #loveandrelationships #diaryofawineaddictpod #wineaddict #DWAP #podcasting #podcast

Have you ever been called a “strong woman” by a man? This episode featuring Chidera Eggerue AKA The Slum flower depicts the oblivious meaning to the term. Let me know what you think! I’ll be reading the comments! 🍷

It’s 2025 and I’ve put together a list of wines you should try.

This episode depicts my reviews on some wines I had during the holidays!!

Have you had any of these wines? Will you be repurchasing? Tell me! Give me YOUR tea on these wines!

I hope you’re having a glass wine of wine while listening to this episode because WINE not?!

I love you all!

- Pearllie.