Twenty5 Podcast

In this final episode of the twenty5 podcast, I'm taking you all back to where it began and reflecting on the two-year journey of the show. I want to thank all of my wonderful guests, the community of listeners that I have built and the friends that I have made along the way — you have all helped me grow and develop in ways that you could never imagine. This is not goodbye; in spring 2021, I will be launching a brand new podcast show called 'AFRICA: Her Way' dedicated to feminist African conversations, and I look forward to tackling new topics and taking this community to the next level.

In this nostalgic conversational episode, I'm taking you all back to the start of my journey as I reflect on the age 25 with my good friend Winnie Badaiki, a Medical Doctor and Bioethicist, among other things, who turned 25 last month and started to feel those all too common jitters. We're talking about why this is such a common feeling, the hurdles we have to jump to reach our purpose, and so much more.

S2 Ep 14 - Let’s Talk Imposter Syndrome (How I’m Ending My Subscription!) - Ony Anukem (solo episode) In this episode of the Twenty5 Podcast, it's just me, and I'm talking about my recent journey to overcome that annoying old thing called imposter syndrome. Imposter syndrome torments even the most successful of people as it doesn't take into account our qualifications or experience. Imposter syndrome attacks your confidence and affects your psyche, and left unchecked it can have devastating effects. Life isn't all about sharing the wins and successes, join me as I get vulnerable and candid, and discuss how the pandemic triggered my feelings of imposter syndrome and tips on how I'm working to change that. Follow the podcast on IG @Twenty5Podcast and check out the website www.twenty5podcast.com/.

In this episode of the Twenty5 Podcast, it’s just me! I’ve been trying to find the right message and words for a solo episode for a while and yesterday afternoon on 7th November 2020 — a historic event took place that partially restored my faith in humanity. Join me as I share my Aha moment after the Biden-Harris win was announced. Love and humanity have finally prevailed, but it was a strong reminder that it takes a lot more effort for good to trump evil (every pun intended). Around the world, if we want to see an end to bad governance and autocratic leadership; we must never forget the collective action: the blood, sweat, tears, organising, advocacy, and sheer hard work that went into securing this win. Follow the podcast on IG @Twenty5Podcast and check out the website www.twenty5podcast.com/.

In this episode of the Twenty5 Podcast, I'm talking M-O-N-E-Y with Canada-based Accredited Financial Counselor and Millennial Money Coach, Parween Mander (IG @ parween.mander). This year she turned 26 and reached her first 100K, and now she is on a mission to help other millennial womxn of colour, from immigrant upbringings achieve financial independence too. Talking about money can make many of us feel uncomfortable, but it's necessary, and Parween shares tips on how to do it and so much more. Find out more about Parween and her money coaching services: www.thewealthywolfe.ca/ Follow the podcast on IG @Twenty5Podcast and check out the website www.twenty5podcast.com/.

In this episode of the Twenty5 Podcast, I’m joined by Dr. Joyce Omatseye (IG @signed.drj), a 25-year old Junior Doctor who faced a baptism by fire dealing with a pandemic in her first year in the field. This year she started her Instagram account @signed.drj, where she shares her journey authentically. Joyce shares her top advice to anyone thinking of becoming a doctor and what it has been like being on the frontlines — from challenges to lessons learned. We also discuss one of the biggest...

In this episode of the Twenty5 Podcast, I’m joined by social entrepreneur, life coach and host of Connected On Purpose, April Burrows (IG @burrows.april). All too often we can get caught up in societal expectations and others opinions of what we should be doing in our lives and when we should be doing things. We discuss the importance of designing your life and not getting caught up in the default. April shares tangible tips from her life experience on creating a life of your choosing,...

In this episode of the Twenty5 Podcast, I’m in the studio with one of my best friends, Actress, Host of @opentilllatepod, and Content Creator, Vanessa Lyall aka Ness (@thevanesssalyall). We discuss a topic that is very important to both of us — mental health. Ness opens up about her experiences with anxiety and depression, and we explore so much from the challenges of navigating conversations about mental health with African families to the long waiting times for diagnosis and treatment in...

In this episode of the Twenty5 Podcast, I'm joined by a family member — my Aunty, Rita Okoye (@ririokoye), also known as RiRi. She shares that at 25 she wishes she knew how important believing in herself was. Get ready for an open conversation on the importance of self-confidence and tips and tricks for how to build it. She is an International Event Planner (@majesticallyrareevents) , Business Trainer, Confidence Coach, Online Course Creator, Blogger, and eBook Author. She has worked for the...

In this episode of the Twenty5 Podcast, we are headed to Kenya (virtually) to catch up with feminist activist Salome Nthenya Nzuki(TW @nthenyasalome & IG @salomenzuki). Salome's career has largely been focused on advocacy for gender equity, equality and women's empowerment, in August 2017 she ran for a Member of County Assembly seat in Machakos County, Kenya, but lost narrowly. Salome and I first connected through Wellbeing for women Africa, an NGO that I am a board member of and she is a...

Join me in celebrating my 26th birthday and the first anniversary of the show in the episode of the Twenty5 Podcast! I share some important updates about the future of the show and my 10 biggest lessons from 25. It's just me on my own, so you know you are guaranteed some laughs at me rambling on. Thank you to everyone who has joined me on this on this journey so far, you have no idea what impact you have made in my life. Wherever in the world, you are tuning in from this episode is a...

In this Twenty5 Podcast episode, I’m joined by Wana Udobang (TW & IG @misswanawana), an award-winning Nigerian storyteller and artist working at the intersection of writing, poetry, performance and film. We discuss what it means to be the revolution in light of recent calls for justice and change, spurred by the pandemic, Black Lives Matter, and recent incidents and conversations about sexual violence. Wana shares her advice for the next generation of storytellers, the importance of seeking...

In this Twenty5 Podcast episode (and the previous one), I’m joined by fellow podcaster Pearle Nwaezeigwe aka Pearle Wae (IG -@pearlewae29/Twitter - @wayzigway), host of Beyond Le Code — she has also been part of the #25Club since the start. Among many things, Pearle is a Lawyer & Tech Policy specialist with a fervent passion for human rights, technology, and Beyoncé. We talk all things digital activism in light of the Black Lives Matter movement, from the dangers of performative allyship to...

In this Twenty5 Podcast episode (and the next one), I’m joined by fellow podcaster Pearle Nwaezeigwe aka Pearle Wae (IG -@pearlewae29/Twitter - @wayzigway), host of Beyond Le Code — she has also been part of the #25Club since the start. Among many things, Pearle is a Lawyer & Tech Policy specialist with a fervent passion for human rights, technology, and Beyoncé. We talk all things digital activism in light of the Black Lives Matter movement, from the dangers of performative allyship to...

In this episode of the Twenty5 Podcast, I speak to my three sisters Nemie, 24 (IG @styledbynsm), Demie, 20 (IG @souldems), and Ebere, 19 (IG @Danielle.ebere), about their thoughts on turning 25, because the #Twenty5Club is made up of women of all ages, those keen to prepare for 25 and those who have passed 25 and have knowledge to share. We also do a sister tag, so you can learn more about me and them, from who the messiest sister is to how close we are as sisters. Find them on TikTok & IG...

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 1 of the Twenty5 Podcast. In this episode of the Twenty5 Podcast, it’s just me; I reflect on how the pandemic has made me realise the importance of looking and moving forward, as it’s not possible to turn back the hands of time. At the start of the pandemic, I planned to call this episode “I want a refund on my 25th year” but as the situation progressed and so many lives have been lost, I’m filled with gratitude for my life. Also in this episode: - The success of...

In this bonus episode of season one the Twenty5 Podcast, I speak to Dr. Amy Jadesimi Nigerian businesswoman and CEO of the Lagos Deep Offshore Logistics Base (LADOL). Dr. Amy is an Oxford-trained medical doctor who worked at Goldman Sachs and attended Stanford Graduate School of Business prior to working her way up the ladder at LADOL. She shares that at 25 she wishes she knew how to value herself more, and that she could have spent more time at home in Nigeria. We talk about everything from...

In this episode of the Twenty5 Podcast, I speak to Sadé Igun (IG @thesadeigun), and she shares that at 25 she wishes she knew that she knew that she didn’t have to be afraid to fail. Sade is truly embracing the wife/motherhood season she is in and pursuing a life of purpose as a Project Manager by day and a little bit of everything she’s passionate by night. You can catch her on YouTube talking about mum life and lifestyle stuff. Currently in the middle of a rebrand of her kids' skin and...

In this episode of the Twenty5 Podcast, I speak to Georgia Arnold (TW @georgiaarnold IG @georgiaarnold99) Executive Director, MTV Staying Alive Foundation (TW & IG @mtvstayingalive) and Senior Vice President, Social Responsibility, Viacom International Media Networks and she shares that at 25 she wishes she knew that she didn’t have to worry about what she didn’t know. In this episode, we chat about everything from starting out at MTV as a temp and her journey to where she is today to why...

In this episode of the Twenty5 Podcast, I speak to Christina Crook (IG @christina.m.crook) host of JOMOcast (IG @experience_jomo) and author of The Joy of Missing Out: Finding Balance in a Wired World and she shares that at 25 she wishes she knew how to let go of control. — In this episode, we talk about everything from practical tips for letting go of control and embracing change to how to say goodbye to FOMO and embrace JOMO. — In 2012 Christina disabled the data on her smartphone, turned...