Thanks For Asking

This new episode is about "unpopular opinions” that should remain as that - or should they? I invite you to listen as I explore some random thoughts on identity and also share some insightful learnings from the Indigenous peoples of Canada. I do agree that not everything I say on this episode would resonate with everyone, so only take what you need..see what I did there? ;)

This podcast is an attempt to make sense of some of the utterly ridiculous questions we ask ourselves and others daily. We also discuss light hearted topics and explore everyday experiences deserving of a wider audience.

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You came into this world crying…why stop now? These were my words after I faced an obstacle so huge that it threatened my sanity but ultimately changed my attitude towards failure.

Welcome back to Thanks for Asking.

This podcast is an attempt to make sense of some of the utterly ridiculous questions we ask ourselves and others daily. We also discuss light hearted topics and explore everyday experiences deserving of a wider audience.

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Heartbeats sound a lot like clock ticking if you lay down and just focus on the steady taps, and in a way it is. It counts down until you draw your final breath.

On that jarring note, I welcome you to the last podcast episode of 2022. What a year!! Let's wrap it up talking about the cost of finding love. For some people, love shouldn't cost a thing, but for others.. paying $25,000 is just the starting point. On this fun episode, I explore some of your views on dating and remind us all why we must enjoy every second of the new year. It's literally a gift!

This podcast is an attempt to make sense of some of the utterly ridiculous questions we ask ourselves and others daily. We also discuss light hearted topics and explore everyday experiences deserving of a wider audience.

Today, I am joined by Akinlowo [@lowoslens] and we discuss making new friends with or without benefits, and toxic relationships and Toronto.. in no particular order. Join us for a very hilarious episodes where we unpack childhood memories, traumatic experiences and our day-to-day lives as Canadian immigrants.

This podcast is an attempt to make sense of some of the utterly ridiculous questions we ask ourselves and others daily. We also discuss light hearted topics and explore everyday experiences deserving of a wider audience.

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On this episode I share my career transition story which was plug & play literally..

This podcast is an attempt to make sense of some of the utterly ridiculous questions we ask ourselves and others daily. We also discuss light hearted topics and explore everyday experiences deserving of a wider audience.

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Another day, another brand new hilarious podcast! The pandemic was a crazy time for us all but imagine undertaking a trip half way around the world to a new country in the midst of the global lockdown...yeah, you're gonna need some wine for this! On today's very hilarious episode, Doris sits down with Veronica Chiamaka Vincent to discuss her travel story to Canada, first impressions after arriving and the journey so far. 

This podcast is an attempt to make sense of some of the utterly ridiculous questions we ask ourselves and others daily. We also discuss light hearted topics and explore everyday experiences deserving of a wider audience.

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Guess who's back, back again - Shady's back, tell a friend!

Can we pretend that I didn't leave you guys in radio silence for four months? Can we pretend that I've been publishing podcasts back to back and that a catchup episode isn't necessary? No? Okay...

Hello everyone, welcome to season 3. It's the same ol' Doris but with a different post code. I am deeply sorry. Life happened and as with every new experience, I have been going through the various stages of change and have hopefully reached the point of acceptance. This episode shares a bit about my journey and all the fun I plan to have on the podcast going forward. Enjoy..

This podcast is an attempt to make sense of some of the utterly ridiculous questions we ask ourselves and others daily. We also discuss light hearted topics and explore everyday experiences deserving of a wider audience.

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Not much to say... goodbyes are hard so you may call this the cry me a river episode.

This one is for me, and for everyone having major doubts before a huge decision - what if it turns out to be such an unforgettable experience?

Well, Lagos was.

This podcast is an attempt to make sense of some of the utterly ridiculous questions we ask ourselves and others daily. We also discuss light hearted topics and explore everyday experiences deserving of a wider audience.

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On this episode, we welcome back Jennifer Ugorji for a light-hearted chat about choices, trade-offs, children, work, men and everything in-between. As you can guess, this conversation was random but thoughtful and full of many belly laughs. Listen and play the games along with us and let me know how you did. Have I mentioned how Jennifer threw some questions at me and for the first time...I discuss my ideal man (at least what he looks like in my head - and no, he doesn't have to drop from the sky holding a lightsaber ). Find Jennifer on instagram @jeneeffah and follow her social impact project @game.for.hope to connect with the amazing work she's doing.

This podcast is an attempt to make sense of some of the utterly ridiculous questions we ask ourselves and others daily. We also discuss light hearted topics and explore everyday experiences deserving of a wider audience.

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"If it seems too good to be true, it probably is a lie" - These are words to live by when you meet someone new. 

The Tinder Swindler has us all amazed as to how he pulled off a Ponzi scheme to amass millions of dollars from women around the world. Everyone is talking about the new documentary on Netflix yet somebody somewhere is about to fall victim to another con artist just because they do not want to say NO and mean it..

On this episode, I share tips yet again on how to unleash the power of NO and avoid being a victim because sad as it is, most of the perpetrators walk free after ruining lives.

As J.Cole said.."Watch the snakes cut they are watching you"

This podcast is an attempt to make sense of some of the utterly ridiculous questions we ask ourselves and others daily. We also discuss light hearted topics and explore everyday experiences deserving of a wider audience.

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It's Friend! Oh yes, my favourite F word is Friendship...what did you think my favourite F word would be? Food? haha

I’ve been accused of romanticizing friendship, and it’s true, I do. I really love my friends and I’m not ashamed to admit that my friends are amazing. It’s difficult to organize your life around friendship in a world that’s built for couples, and it’s doubly difficult when your time with friends is seen as a fun extracurricular activity instead of a basic human need. Friendships are so much more and we grow older, there needs to be intention because friendship is not easy. Listen as I share my views on what makes for a great friendship and some of the tell-tale signs that a friendship has outlived its usefulness...RUN!

This podcast is an attempt to make sense of some of the utterly ridiculous questions we ask ourselves and others daily. We also discuss light hearted topics and explore everyday experiences deserving of a wider audience.

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On this episode, I have a good ol' chat with my buddy Emeka [@no1_wordsmith] and we talked about dating in your 30s, dating in Lagos, and dating spring chickens (apparently, that's some people's flavour *side eye*). Well, Emeka answered some of the burning questions I have always wanted to ask men and he shares his very interesting views on the most random things. Listen to laugh and catch up with all the fun we had on the pod.

This podcast is an attempt to make sense of some of the utterly ridiculous questions we ask ourselves and others daily. We also discuss light hearted topics and explore everyday experiences deserving of a wider audience.

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Not sure if you can tell but baby, everywhere you look on the internet..someone is either getting engaged, married or celebrating a wedding anniversary. Let’s not even talk about all the matching red pyjama photos that we drowned in over Christmas..

Well, the happily-ever-after starts with a wedding ceremony and we hear stories of wedding vendors who catastrophically disappoint their clients on the big day and leave a trail of tears.

On this episode, Doris chats with Queen Ohamara, CEO @qmaravieplanners about how she helps couples make their dreams come true, what to do if your groom says the wrong name during vows and why you should always have a bouncer near the cake table. Here’s your backstage pass into the world of event planning as we share insights on the importance of sticking to your budget and managing your parents..

This podcast is an attempt to make sense of some of the utterly ridiculous questions we ask ourselves and others daily. We also discuss light hearted topics and explore everyday experiences deserving of a wider audience.

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Hello guys, Onwa December is in full swing and as Christmas approaches, the black taxes go through the roof. Wondering what that means? Black tax is money spent to support your extended family and friends. A lot of Millennials especially of black origin know the financial obligations that we face once we start working and earning. It is also difficult not to pay 'black tax' because many of us at one point or the other were supported in our education/career by family/relatives and thus it is hard not to return the favour. Whilst some see it as a proud responsibility, others see it as a constant fleecing. But what is the impact of this? God's blessings?, Or a steady decline in disposable income which impairs our abilities to invest and build lasting wealth...

How do we stop ourselves from going under? How do we make sure we fix our oxygen masks before assisting others? Listen as Doris shares an excerpt from an interesting book and some insights on the subject..

This podcast is an attempt to make sense of some of the utterly ridiculous questions we ask ourselves and others daily. We also discuss light hearted topics and explore everyday experiences deserving of a wider audience.

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Thirtyish - The Grown & Sexy Episode

What would like to know about life in your 30s? Listen to Doris and Ann as they delve into becoming grown and sexy women living and enjoying life in their thirties. This episode explores friendship, careers, dating, favourite Tv shows, boring men and the whole shebang!! 

This podcast is an attempt to make sense of some of the utterly ridiculous questions we ask ourselves and others daily. We also discuss light hearted topics and explore everyday experiences deserving of a wider audience.

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EP 18: How’s Your Head?

November is men’s mental health awareness month and on the podcast today, we talk about mental well-being, seeking help and the benefits of therapy. Doris is joined by Pauline, a mental health first aider, counsellor and founder of T.A.L.K Initiative. She also brings in Jennifer to discuss her experience going into therapy and why it is one of the best decisions you can make. To anyone reading this, please prioritise your mental health. Talk to friends and family when you’re down, do what makes you happy, try to enjoy life without the weight of responsibilities and please speak up when you cannot hold it together anymore.

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Reading the room is getting a sense of your surroundings. What is the mood? How are people feeling? and importantly how should your behaviour be adjusted? For example, lets say you just got some great news! You won an all expense paid vacation to your dream location over the weekend. You get to work on Monday bubbling with excitement, wanting to shout out to everyone that you won but no one is looking up. They are quietly working, or shuffling around the office, the mood is very somber. Do you shout out about your winnings, or do you quietly investigate to see what is going on? Listen to Doris as she shares an interesting experience that has her saying..."READ THE ROOM!"

This podcast is an attempt to make sense of some of the utterly ridiculous questions we ask ourselves and others daily. We also discuss light hearted topics and explore everyday experiences deserving of a wider audience.

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What are your dealbreakers? When do you say F this!! Do we become less ballsy as we grow older? What would your younger self do that you most likely won’t do? This episode explores what’s really important to us and what things we are absolutely not willing to compromise on. These dealbreakers could be in relationships, jobs, everyday living, family and friendships. Doris is joined by Yinka Ajose (@theyinx) and they discuss career choices, women in the workplace and everything in between.  

But a very special Birthday!!! It's my birthday today and I decided "on a whim" to create an episode where I answer some of the questions I throw to guests on the show. I also share my personal growth journey, my funny dreams, quirky thoughts and talk about checking out of Hotel California. Enjoy!!

This podcast is an attempt to make sense of some of the utterly ridiculous questions we ask ourselves and others daily. We also discuss light hearted topics and explore everyday experiences deserving of a wider audience.

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On this episode, Doris sits down with Jennifer [@jeneeffah] to discuss unlearning aspects of everyday life that do not serve us in today's world. E.g. Why can’t we celebrate our successes without the fear of being perceived as conceited?…Why must women wait on somebody’s son? And why, pray tell, did we learn Shorthand in secondary school??? Listen to this episode to hear them discuss this and more over bottomless wine and loads of laughter.

This podcast is an attempt to make sense of some of the utterly ridiculous questions we ask ourselves and others daily. We also discuss light hearted topics and explore everyday experiences deserving of a wider audience.

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Hey guys…Thanks For Asking is back and we are kicking off Series 2 with war stories from the dating battlefield as requested on our Instagram poll. I mean, modern dating is a minefield and we've all experienced some wild and crazy things. We try to put on the best possible version of ourselves when we go out on a date, we wear our nicest clothes, try to pick a great spot to meet up, and hope some kind of real connection is born. However, this does not always go according to plan and they make for hilarious stories. On this episode, I share some of mine and other absolutely bizzare ones. Enjoy…

This podcast is an attempt to make sense of some of the utterly ridiculous questions we ask ourselves and others daily. We also discuss light hearted topics and explore everyday experiences deserving of a wider audience.

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Summer Holidays are Back! Not without some unnecessary hassle but we’ll take what we get in these Covid times. What’s your favourite city?… What do you do when you travel?…These are some of the questions I receive when I share holiday photos. On this episode, I discuss spending my summer vacation in London and why it’s one of my favourite cities.

This podcast is an attempt to make sense of some of the utterly ridiculous questions we ask ourselves and others daily. We also discuss light hearted topics and explore everyday experiences deserving of a wider audience.

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On this episode, Doris hosts Jennifer of @jennyssweeteats and they discuss becoming grown women, adulthood and failed expectations. The popular saying goes - a bird in hand is worth more than ten in the bush, but is that really the case? Should you take your chances with the available or wait for what might come? In this chat, they discuss all of this over loads of laughter and send letters to their 16-year old selves. Really interesting stuff...Go on, listen & enjoy. 

This podcast is an attempt to make sense of some of the utterly ridiculous questions we ask ourselves and others daily. We also discuss light hearted topics and explore everyday experiences deserving of a wider audience.

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On this episode, Doris sits down with Joshua Idoko - an energy, infrastructure and finance lawyer at one of the premier law firms in Nigeria. As Chevening alumni, Doris & Joshua share tips on how to ace the four essays required in the application process for the Chevening Scholarship Awards. 

This podcast is an attempt to make sense of some of the utterly random questions we ask ourselves and others daily. We also discuss light hearted topics and explore everyday experiences deserving of a wider audience.

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Unpack...a word that is often used on this podcast. Well, on this episode, Doris finally unpacks the word and gives insights on how to hold conversations with yourself - the fine art of Self-Reflection. This helps us make our successes repeatable and also prevents us from repeating mistakes of the past such as loaning money to the wrong people (we've all been there) but never again!!

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What's buzzing? I’ll tell you in a bit..

This segment of the Thanks For Asking podcast explores happenings on Social Media, TV and popular culture generally. As a self-proclaimed reality-TV junkie, Doris discusses happenings in the Love Island UK Villa and why the statement - You Lose ‘Em How You Get ‘Em has never been more true. She also shares her take on chivalry and why it is okay to change your energy when you see wrongdoing.

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On this episode, Doris has a fireside chat with Dr Ezinne Okwulehie (@drezinneokwulehie) who is a Self-actualisation Pundit and Mind Reformer. As a practicing Optometrist, Ezinne not only helps people optimise their physical vision, but their mental & spiritual vision. In this lighthearted chat, they discuss fashion, honing your sense of agency and finding that thing that makes you spark from the inside out…

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This episode is all about the L word…haha - not the usual one but Lagos or Eko Miami if you’re boujee!...Doris debunks fears about living in Lagos Nigeria, and shares tips for surviving, thriving and keeping sane in a city that is determined to break you.

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On this magical episode, Doris brings on the incredible Frank iTom (@iamitom) - who you may call the Digital Genie. They discuss navigating the murky waters of fame, balancing day and night jobs and play some "wicked wicked games"... Listen to find out what they have in common and why you need a phone not a Bible if you’re ever shipwrecked..

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This podcast is an attempt to make sense of some of the utterly ridiculous questions we ask ourselves and others daily. We also discuss light hearted topics and explore everyday experiences deserving of a wider audience.

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LAUNCH DAY...What's buzzing? This segment of the Thanks For Asking podcast explores happenings on Social Media, TV and the news. 

As a self-proclaimed TV junkie, Doris gives her take on the BBNaija Lockdown Reunion and her encounter with a first-time movie goer. I mean, how else do you explain the craziness? 

This podcast is an attempt to make sense of some of the utterly ridiculous questions we ask ourselves and others daily. In this episode, Doris talks about her "interesting" history with a Grammy Award winner...and why fame is frightening!

This podcast is an attempt to make sense of some of the utterly ridiculous questions we ask ourselves and others daily. In this episode, Doris discusses Choices and why it's ridiculous to assign gender identities to inanimate objects. She also gives tips for planning great solo/group holidays and "peppering" them on the gram...

I FINALLY DID IT!

This podcast is an attempt to make sense of some of the utterly ridiculous questions we ask ourselves and others daily. In this first and very rough episode, Doris tells a little about herself (good & bad) and explains the motivation behind the podcast.