WhatWeOnAbout

WhatWeOnAbout

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  • EP 17: Exploring consent in all spaces: The cycle of abuse

    Trigger Warning: Sexual assualt, Child abuse, rape.

     In this episode, Damilola talks about his experience of being abused and then becoming an abuser.

    April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, this is a reminder to anyone who is struggling you’re not alone and that shame only belongs to the perpetrators.

    If there’s ever a doubt or lack of understanding of consent there are grass root organizations like @theconsentworkshop teaching and providing resources. This episode is a collaboration with The Consent Workshop. Follow & support on instagram, twitter (@theconsentworkshop).

    The Consent Workshop is a global youth-led movement deconstructing rape culture through consent education, resources and policy advocacy.

    Lastly, no one deserves a cookie or round applause for not abusing or violating a person, it’s a given.

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    1 hr 22 min
  • Ep 16 :Exploring consent in all spaces : Queer Community with Bennybenzzz

    In this episode, Bennybenzz joins Uchenelo & I to explore consent in the queer community. She details her experiences as a black Nigerian queer woman existing in the world and how consent has varied in her past relationships. We implore people to genuinely create safe spaces for victims especially for the queer community but also provide justices when people get the courage to share their stories.

    This episode is a collaboration with The Consent Workshop. Follow & support on instagram, twitter (@theconsentworkshop).

    The Consent Workshop is a global youth-led movement deconstructing rape culture through consent education, resources and policy advocacy.

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    1 hr 24 min
  • Ep 15: Exploring consent in all spaces: Sex Work with NairaKitty

    Hey Girls & Boys! Happy Women's History Month. 

    Here's to women you are valid, important & beautiful keep striving for greatness. 

    In this episode NairaKitty talks to UcheNelo & I about her experiences has a digital sex worker(Onlyfans). We talk briefly about the stigmatization of sex work and how individuals in this industry are often made vulnerable to sexual violence through cultural and legal oppression.

    This episode is a collaboration with The Consent Workshop. Follow & support on instagram, twitter (@theconsentworkshop).

    The Consent Workshop is a global youth-led movement deconstructing rape culture through consent education, resources and policy advocacy.

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    1 hr 11 min
  • Ep 14: "Overcoming the isms"-Protecting Black Women in all spaces
    In this episode, I connect with Pascaline Ezouah. We dissect the erasure of Black Women specifically dsbw, the role Black Men & lsbw/biracial women play in that erasure. We talk colorism, anti-blackness, racism, skin bleaching and the importance of intersectionality and understanding ones privilege.
    We employ people to listen, show empathy and hold space for dark skinned women who have been historically left out and looked down upon. 
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    1 hr 7 min
  • Ep 13: The Black Girl Experience ✨
    Happy Black History Month people! (Blackitty Blackitty Black!)
    In this episode,  I connect with Samira Asmaan Noor and we discuss her experiences navigating through Vancouver, discovering her identity and learning how being black translates in so many forms that is valid and there is no hand book for how to be black. We also discuss the importance of non-black people stepping up to the plate during this month to listen, unlearn and educate themselves on black history. 
    Amplify Black Voices, Lend your voice and Celebrate Black Excellence.
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    1 hr 10 min
  • Ep 12: Friendships are valid - Adult Female Friendships
    "Date your friends, love them like you are seeing them for the first time. Compliment them, encourage them and show up in love" - Joel Leon
    In this episode we talk friendships, going to therapy with your friends and navigating through them as an adult. Friendships are important and valid.  
    Guest- Spice Gworl: Seyi Bamisaye. 
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    50 min
  • Ep 11: Dating 102
    In this episode, I connect with Tomi & Mfon. We talk dating from a man's perspective, types and heart breaks.
     
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    1 hr 7 min
  • Ep 9: Reflections Baby!
    Happy Holidays people!
    In this episode, I connect with Tolu Omoluyi aka Luyi b and we talk the year "2020". We go over defining moments for us, key lessons and things we would be leaving in this year. 
    It has been a long year and super grateful to be here, wishing everyone immense joy, happiness and peace. 
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    1 hr 1 min
  • Ep 8: New Year, New Goals, Maybe?
    19 days to go before the year ends!!
    In this episode, I connect with Wynee and Ediri. We talk highlights from the year, mental space and setting up ourselves to accomplish our goals/resolutions for 2021. 
    I would also like to say it has been a long year for everyone and it is okay to take a step back and breathe. Find your happy place and stay there ✨
    Peace, Love and Care
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    53 min

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