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Get ready for a soul-stirring conversation that will set your passion ablaze! 🔥 

In today's release, I had the privilege of chatting with the remarkable Yi-Hwa Hanna, an award-winning writer and multimedia journalist.

Discover how she transformed her passion into a thriving career, proving that the pursuit of what ignites your soul is the key to a fulfilling life. 🚀 

Don't miss this empowering episode – Yi-Hwa shared invaluable nuggets that can guide you through the journey of finding and pursuing your passion.

Are you ready to be inspired and motivated to chase your dreams? 🌟 

Make sure you tune in to the full conversation! 🔥🎙️

KEY HIGHLIGHTS: 

✅ Meeting Yi-Hwa (01:00)
✅ Winning the 2023 Emirates Literature Foundation Writing Competition (02:00)
✅ Discovering her passion and staying consistent (14:53)
✅ Advice on holding on to your passion (22:25)
✅ Finding a balance (27:08)
✅ Overcoming creative block (32:30)
✅ Yi-Hwa's hope for the future (42:57)
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In this week's powerful episode, join us for a deep dive into the impact of childhood trauma with our incredible guest, Dr. Shola Tijani. 

As a USA board-certified Pediatrician, Dr. Shola brings professional expertise and personal passion to this critical topic.

Discover the far-reaching effects of childhood trauma, gain insights on recognizing signs, and explore strategies for providing support. 

Dr. Shola's wealth of experience as a paediatrician and a loving mother makes this conversation invaluable.

And here's the special touch – she's not just our esteemed guest; she's family! 

Listen to the end for practical insights, heartfelt stories, and a renewed understanding of the importance of addressing childhood trauma.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS: 

✅ Meeting Dr. Shola (01:02)
✅ Gist of the Week (02:19)
✅ Childhood Story (07:03)
✅ Highs and Lows of Being A Doctor in the US (11:03)
✅ Balancing Motherhood and Career (13:56)
✅ Talk on Adverse Childhood Experiences (19:47)
✅ Importance of Therapy (27:19)
✅ Signs You Can See as A Responsible Adult (36:51)
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On this week's podcast episode, we had the pleasure of diving deep into a conversation with the remarkable Ejiro Osakede, known as the Energetic E.J. 

Her energy is nothing short of infectious; it's a force that uplifts everyone she encounters.

Ejiro wears many hats, each one brilliantly. She's an accomplished Podcaster, Audiobook Narrator, Producer, Sound Engineer, Singer, and Life Coach. 

Her passion lies in helping women rediscover their abandoned dreams and harness the power of their voices for healing, influence, and legacy.

In this episode, Ejiro shared invaluable insights on how to harness both your literal and implied voice to create a positive impact in the lives of others. 

The conversation is nothing short of fascinating, and you won't want to miss a moment.

Tune in till the end, as this episode promises to be an engaging and inspiring experience that will leave you with a renewed sense of purpose.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS: 

✅ Meeting Ejiro (01:00)
✅ Ejiro's Formative Years (02:44)
✅ What is our Voice? (17:41)
✅ Accent and Good Speaking Voice (22:44)
✅ Implied Voice is Your Message (27:51)
✅ Trying Something New (33:08)
✅ Practical Steps to Using Your Voice (41:58)
✅ Letting Go of Pain That Prevents Us From Moving Forward (50:11)
✅ About Stretch Street Podcast (55:55)

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In this week's podcast episode, we had a heart-to-heart chat with our guest, Korede Adesanoye. 

She bravely shared her unique journey to becoming a mom.

Korede's story is both touching and inspiring. 

She went through the difficult experience of losing her first child, Ademide. 

It was a painful journey, but Korede found the strength to heal and became the loving mom of two adorable daughters.

What makes this episode particularly meaningful for me is the personal connection. Just like Korede, I've also navigated the tough path of high-risk pregnancies.

This connection allowed us to have a candid and relatable conversation.

Together, we talked about the ups and downs of motherhood, the sacrifices it demands, and the importance of sharing their stories.

This episode is filled with raw emotions and real-life experiences. It's a reminder of the incredible strength that mothers possess.

Tune in to hear these powerful stories, gain insights, and be inspired by the unbreakable spirit of motherhood.

Don't miss this episode; it's a testament to the strength of moms everywhere.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS: 

✅ Korede's Background (01:21)
✅ Journey to Motherhood (09:52)
✅ Ademide's Delivery (20:53)
✅ Making a Sad Decision (31:32)
✅ What kept her going (33:38)
✅ Trying for another baby (37:30)
✅ In a dark place (48:20)
✅ Hyperreflexia after second delivery (56:10)
✅ Exercise and good diet (01:09:03)

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In this thought-provoking episode titled "Finding Purpose While Waiting," we embark on an inspiring journey with our guest, Christiana Bamidele. 🌟

Christiana is a beacon of hope and wisdom. With a heart full of faith, she's here to share her profound insights on discovering purpose during life's waiting seasons.

Join us as we dive deep into the meaning behind those moments of anticipation, and how they can serve as a powerful catalyst for personal growth, transformation, and ultimately, fulfilling our life's purpose.

Get ready for a soul-nourishing conversation that will remind you that every waiting period has a hidden treasure waiting to be unearthed. 

Don't forget to hit that subscribe button and tune in for inspiring conversations that will help you thrive in all areas.

Key Highlights:

✅ Formative Years (02:04)
✅ Adapting to a new country (06:56)
✅ Content Creator Journey (10:14 )
✅ Doing what feels right even but seems illogical (16:18)
✅ Eliminate Distractions (23:34)
✅ Lessons learned so far (25:08)
✅ Intentional Networking (30:12)
✅ Why women struggle to make connections (33:28)
✅ What is Purpose? (41:10)
✅ Write down your vision (46:24)
✅ Walking in purpose while waiting (49:20)
✅ Her waiting story (51:50)
✅ Be encouraged with Christiana (01:04:03)

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In this week's episode, we had a heartfelt conversation with Sharon Missah and went deep into the challenging journey of "Overcoming Divorce." Sharon is a senior marketing and communications expert and the Founder and Host of Let's Talk DXB 

Join us as we share personal stories and practical advice on finding healing, resilience, and a fresh start after the storm of divorce.

Whether you're navigating the process yourself or supporting a loved one, this episode offers guidance and hope for a brighter future.

Don't forget to hit that subscribe button and tune in for inspiring conversations that will help you thrive in all areas.

Key Highlights:

✅ Gist of the Week (1:30)

✅ Sharon's early years in Suffolk (07:03)

✅ Adapting to life as a black British ex-pat in Dubai (9:13)

✅ What led to the Divorce (15:58)

✅ Getting divorced in 6 weeks  (19:02)

✅ Her journey to authenticity and liberation (26:14)

✅ A passion project birth from pain (34:23)

✅ LET'S TALK DXB (43:12)

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 In this week’s episode, I had to pleasure of talking with Azalia, who is a mum illustrator, storyteller, content creator,  mental health advocate, and influencer( Talk about wearing many hats).

 We met in the most interesting way and have been kindred spirits ever since. I believe she has one of the coolest pages on Instagram,  which she dedicates to mums and advocates mental health. 

Check out her page here:https://www.instagram.com/azaliasuhaimi/

We dived into some of the raw emotions and struggles she went through when becoming a mum for the first time and how professional help gave her the tools to cope.

Azalia was recently featured on Huffington Post. Check out the article here:https://www.huffpost.com/entry/motherhood-comics-dear-mama_l_63bc70f3e4b0ae9de1c09542

 Episode Highlights

 The interesting way we met 5:24

 Transition to motherhood struggle 9:10

 Creatives and mental health conditions 11:14

 Seeking professional help 15:30

 Storytelling  Vs. Social media in our parenting 18:01

 Two things all mums should do 25:43

 Azalia's biggest life lesson so far 28:50

 The not-so-political-correct response 32:01

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In this episode, we turn the mic around and ask questions to our podcast host.  
Toyin shares her journey to becoming a published children's book author.   She highlights the obstacles and self-doubts,  the twist and turns as well as how she navigated her path to this stage. 

Remi (The guest host) asked her questions about her writing process and also who her favorite characters are.  Overall, this episode is just a peek into an authentic conversation between two friends and two mums.

Toyin's first children's book 'Barki The Brave' is now available on online bookstores worldwide.

https://open.spotify.com/show/2jcvzwY2fO57JRr0XlEElr?si=49e2d8afb5dc4d72

In this week's episode, we had a heart-to-heart,  authentic conversation with Dr. Chinenye about parenting children with special needs.  She shared her personal experience and her journey after she found out her son has autism. Although our conversation was serious and sensitive, we had lots of laughter. I mean tummy stitches, belly laughs that just made our hearts full.


I have known Dr. Chinenye for over 20 years but I saw a different side of her in this conversation. Her resolve and passion for children with special needs came shining through.  On a personal note, I must say how proud I am of her growth and confidence as she navigates parenthood and a challenging career as a doctor. Here are some highlights from the conversation

 Childhood memories and funny stories 1:53
 Screen addiction is causing attention depletion 7.30
 Cocomelon can contribute  to speech delay 12.06
 I cried when I found out  21.18
The positive possibilities of Autism 28.17
 Three sectors in Nigeria that need an overhaul 33.58
 It is not your fault 43.16
 What you can do 45.08
 The role of religious organizations 54.37

https://open.spotify.com/show/2jcvzwY2fO57JRr0XlEElr?si=49e2d8afb5dc4d72

Do you want to achieve more success in 2023? 

Then this episode is for you. I share some of the tools that have made me more productive and successful in achieving my goals.

This is not about new year's resolutions because we all know what the success rate for resolutions is like. It works for some people but for others, it doesn’t. What actually happens is that most people loose their momentum after the first quarter of the year. To ensure this doesn't happen to you, here are tried and tested tools that will help you in achieving success.

1.    Start with your mind

2.      Create a vision board

3.    Find your Tribe and Accountability Partners.  

4.    Consistency and Discipline

5.    Grit

6.    Celebrate, Congratulate and Collaborate

7.    Rest


Buy Barki The Brave Here: https://linktr.ee/toyinakanni

Atomic Habits By James Clear https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits

Everything is Figureoutable By Maria Foleo https://www.marieforleo.com/blog/everything-is-figureoutable-paperback

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