The Girl Unplugged Podcast

What does it mean to preserve self? In this episode with Mie mie, Rita takes an uncomfortable dive into this subject with her friend. They touch on themes of self-awareness, accountability, and the lonely path of …

Let’s talk about what it looks like to live alone specifically as a woman in Nigeria. Rita and Modupe delve into their experiences as women who have lived alone for at least 5 years.

They share their experiences house …

Do you sometimes struggle with journaling? And maybe perceive it as a tedious task? Me too!

 In this episode, Rita shares how she deals with the struggles that come with journaling and ways she journals for fun by …

This episode is about capitalism and how it impacts our mental health and influences our behavior and life pursuits as young people. Victor and Rita share insights on:
· How there is a capitalist in all of us
· Surviving …

Rita reviews the month of February with updates on the changes in her life; what she was up to on Valentine’s Day, what she thinks about Matcha tea, and how she is overcoming disempowering beliefs.

On how to breathe …

In this episode, Rita and Adesuwa discuss the concept of self-care and what is realistic. 
Is self-care all about pampering and luxurious experiences? Is it only about self-grooming practices? Are there other aspects of …

Rita chats with Halima, her friend of 6 years, as they share how they met, why they became friends and their friendship experiences.

Halima shares:

Let's talk about January and how setting goals for the year has gone so far in this episode. Rita shares some of her experiences settling back into her routine, changes, and planning the year- struggles, progress, and …

Starting the New Year with musings about her trip to Nigeria last year.  Rita shares her experience being back home after 3 years.

She talks on:

· The changes that have happened within and outward.

· Expectations of you …

Celebrating a 100th episode is a compilation of the journey of The Girl Unplugged from the first episode. It details the growth, milestones and how far the podcast has come since the start.

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Appreciation: …

Let’s talk about navigating relationships as a self-aware individual who also is on their healing journey. Ammie, Sarah, and Rita talk about empathy in conflict, compromise and sacrifice, self-toxicity and so much more. …

Hi, lovelies! It's been a minute! today's episode is a chat I had with my sister going down memory lane as we share our stories, discussing our …

In this episode, I sit to have a little chat with you on the importance of introspection. In other to build a strong sense of self and navigate a world that has so much of other people's opinions ad thoughts, it is …

As a single person, have you feared losing yourself in marriage? Have those thoughts made you have cold feet in deciding whether you want to get …

Hey girlfriend! Today is another exciting time on TGU and I chat with  Lonpe, the Talk time with Lonpe podcast host. We talk about what women bring to the table in relationships. Sis are you really the table?? Do you …

If you are an adult you will agree with me that making friends in Adulthood is difficult! In this episode with Misie we talk about friendship in …

Hi Fam! This been a while in this space. Here is an episode that breaks the silence between us. I talk about the introspection that is required …

In this solo episode, I share some new life updates and where I am mentally on certain beliefs and perceptions. I talk about Slow living, my …

Unconventional mothers are mothers who don't fit into any mold of what society expects motherhood to be because the role of motherhood is a unique …

Hi guys, on today's episode I have my besties on the couch as we discuss our 18years old friendship; the sweet, sour, and the in-between.

Enjoy!

In this episode with Sarah, we talk about sexual liberation! What it looks like for women who are liberated, our personal journeys to this liberation, and the bare minimum in sexual relationships that one must not …

The Girl Unplugged is back for the year! 

Happy New year everyone once again and business resumes as usual!

Send me a DM @thegirlunplugged on Instagram

Email: ritachukwuike@gmail.com

Hello Fam! welcome to another new year! In this episode, I recap the last year and what to look forward to on the pod this year!

2022 is that you? okay, coming atchya!

It's another fun time to sit and chat all things female! and on this episode, I sit with Olusola to talk about what being a single woman in her 30's …

Lets talk about plant life style with an interesting and experienced plant influencer in Nigeria, Ebuka also know as Plantboy.ng.

He shares his story, experiences and challenges in pursuing this passion. And tips on …

Do you sometimes(or most of the time)question your feelings?

If they are appropriate, right? Do you validate them or dismiss them?

How assertive are you of your feelings? I share some of my personal experiences in …

Have seen the limited series on Netflix called the maid? Well, I won't promise there won't be spoilers but on this episode, Ije and I review this series as we give our candid opinions and take away from the movie.

Enjoy!

"When I was little I had always wanted to be a flower girl but never got to be one. I asked my mom why and she said  that I wasn't fine enough to be a flower girl."- Nenya

Every girl/woman battles with one insecurity or …

The world of the beautiful is not all rosy and smooth. While people are enamored by beautiful people and avail them some privileges there are many …

November is here! 
Feeling the tension yet? Did the year turn out as you planned?
In this episode, I try to put things into perspective and bring a voice of reason to why your success this year may be looking different …

Let's go down memory lane, shall we? 

In this episode, I chat with Violet about our childhood as children raised by Nigerian parents and what was …

Hello Millenials, in this episode we have created a safe space to talk about our insecurities and struggles in a Genz era. Our amazing guests, …

Social constructs are things we grow accustomed to and accept as normal because that is how we have been condition to think. we aspire to things but …

"Japa" is a Nigerian slang for immigration or traveling abroad for greener pastures. There is a mass outflux of young Nigerians currently in Nigeria who are seeking better living conditions and opportunities in other …

So this is in hope and with the intention that I speak into existence the man of my dreams. I may not know what he looks like but I definitely know the qualities I want him to have. In this episode, I share some of …

The Naija no dey carry last mentality is a slogan in Nigeria that represents our excellence, tenacity, and resilience as a people in everything we do. This is our bravado and never-give-up mentality that portrays the …

Let's talk about abortion. 
Ms. Vee (@sexguide.ng on Instagram) and I talk about our perspectives on sexual rights, their accessibility for young …

So, what does it feel like to be 34? Well in this episode I answer some of the questions that give a big picture answer of what life has been like …

Nene has been through several heartbreaks and has sworn never to fall in love again. But she has found herself breaking that promise again and again. In this episode, I chat with Nene about how her experience with …

Let's talk about the reason why we are in our mid 30's and still single. Is it how life is or do we have a hand in it? 

This episode is a self dragging one that kind of gives insights into the singles life and how it …

We continue the series with Nasa as we discuss depression, coping with anxiety and depression, the importance of therapy, and the level of mental health awareness and treatment in Nigeria.

Enjoy.

Send me an email: …

• Should you be having sex before marriage? 
• What kind of sex one should be having as a woman? 
• Is pleasure reserved for a particular gender during …

Yaay! In this episode, we tackle the topic "Is marriage necessary?" as a community. Members of the unplugged telegram channel aired their views and opinion on a Youtube mini-documentary series: Mother vs Daughters: is …

Daniel "Briggz" Adisa is the guest on this episode and we talk about the behaviors in our generation that are done wrongly with good intentions.
We …

What do you think of death-as a beginning or as an end?

On this episode Chiemeka and I share experiences and our various philosophies on death. 

Some of the challenges people face when they loose a loved one 

And how we …

Hey, lovelies! This is a prodigal daughter episode on why I have been AWOL on the pod. I know! I know!  It’s unpardonable but maybe after listening you may just find a reason to accept me back to your ears and rooms …

This episode is a chill conversation with a friend on his perception of life. Kolo is the kind of man I find interesting because of his views about …

Dante Frank, host of The Uncomfortable Truths Podcast, and I discuss misogyny in Nigeria and the factors that contribute to it.

A major part of it …

A series of events has happened in Nigeria in the past few weeks that have been triggering for women in Nigeria. From rape to molestation and now the …

Most of the words said to a Single parent are out of bias, projection, or/and genuine concern for them but they ultimately end up hurting the …

Azubuike Anoliefo, a mystical philosopher sits with me on this episode to dissect the topic of gender.

We discuss gender with the lens of mystical …

Being in an inter-tribal marriage is a herculean venture that comes with many challenges and problems. Those who dare, are able to maneuver through …

In April we recap on the wins of last month and share the plans for the new month.

We eventually get to the last part of this series of the 4 women series, a series 4 part series in commemoration of the Women's month of March. Whooo! 

In this episode, I  chose to challenge toxic femininity especially …

Muna the host of Lifestyle Plug with Muna Podcast discusses her workflow and productive lifestyle with me. We share personal experiences with our routines and work we work with our different productivity personalities …

Do you ever look back in your teens and 20's and wonder the things you would have done better or differently if you had the right guidance?
Did your …

Is there a universal standard for sex that everyone should comply with? Is sex all about penetration? What are the pros and cons of the types of sex? 

Hi there! This part 2 of the 4 women series questions your lifestyle as a woman. What does your lifestyle say about you? Fascinating, adventurous, daring, or uninteresting?

What are the many limiting mindsets that keep …

This Girl Talk Segment pulls out seats for Misie and Lola as we talk about Cooking; as a non-gender activity and our perception of this role as …

A 4 part series in commemoration of the women's month of March. 

What does it mean to be an intentional woman in a world already full of expectations …

This Episode with Brenda Chinwe Orie, a registered trained nurse is an educative conversation on the Vagina and its care.

We discussed: 

• The …

As is customary every first of every month, this is a review of how the month of February went. Updates and plans for March.

Do you enjoy banter? This episode has loads of it! This week Jae AKA The energy queen and host of the storytime with Jae podcast with some friends of …

Today Kele and Chibueze, two young gentlemen who describe themselves to be domesticated gives us insight into how domestication has evolved over the …

Which is fair? An unplanned pregnancy, getting an abortion, dying from septic abortion, or a teen knowing the options available to him/her, and making an informed decision prior to the event of a sexual act?  I am …

Happy New month Originals! Welcome to the month of February. Just here to give you an update about what's been going on in my life. I have been battling with grief after the loss of my brother. It's been so tough and so …

Part three on the becoming series wraps up the series for the month. This one features Tolu-the prolistener. A life coach passionate about helping …

Part two of the becoming series features Christabel Ndeokwelu. she is a lawyer and the founder of Vision Boards Nigeria, a community designed to help visionaries go from dream to execution. The community was birthed …

In this part one of the Becoming series is Taofeecat Kolawole Odeyemi. A Holistic and Transformational coach and founder of Ayse Coaching and …

Welcome to 2021! We made it into the new year. How was your Christmas holiday? What did you do? What are your plans for the new year?

Let's talk as I …

Welcome to the Episode Finale of the Podcast. As the Christmas festivities heightens we discover that it comes with a lot of pressure rather than …

Sitting on the guest seat on this Girl Talk segment is the amazing Rafiat Akiwande aka Queen Raffy as we discuss a Twitter post that reflects the mindset of most Africans towards marriage, ownership, and bearing marital …

Zainab and I discuss some of the emergences we see especially on social media around ancestral worship and some African traditional religion among …

Hey, lovelies I hope you enjoy this bonus episode and find it insightful. 

I had a need for talk therapy after thinking long and hard about life as a …

To all the daddy's girls in the house, this is for you!!! The conversation on this episode stems from thoughts down memory lane and evaluating the relationship girls have with their dads when they are little and how it …

As usual here is a recap of the month of November as we welcome the month of Joy! As we gradually round up the year, thanksgiving and gratitude are …

Yo! This is another Chill vibes kinda episode. I had this interesting conversation with the amazing Chinwendu Akalonu a.k.a Afrowendy who also hosts a podcast of her own (The Pot of Beans Podcast). We express our …

This episode marks the last part of the three-part series on the unlearning series. Ammie G signs it off discussing conventional beliefs she has come …

Hi there! Today's episode is for moms of boy children. Have you met a mother of all boy children? Do you feel they are superhumans because they can handle the stress of having boy children. Well, in this episode Ronke …

Imaobong Akpan features in this girl talk segment as we review the various themes on the popular Netflix series; Self-made: the life of Madam CJ …

Hi guys! Happy November! Its a new month and this bonus episode is to review October and share some of my November plans with y'all. Enjoy as i share lessons learned in October, ramble and recount some memorable …

So we continue the unlearning series; a three-part series that started early in the month of October. Today we continue with part 2 with Martel Gray as he discusses some traditions and norms he has come to unlearn as an …

Four ladies; Adesuwa, Jane, Favour, and Bisi join me in this episode as we decompress from all the negativity around the #endsars protest online. We share our different experiences as young Nigerians fighting for …

I sit with James Eze, a creative and young Nigerian, and discuss the current unrest in Nigeria following the #endsars protest. This protest started …

This episode is the first of a three-part series on Unlearning and we feature a vibrant lady by the name of Olabisola Oladimeji. She is a banker and …

Hey, Originals! Its been a while I updated you guys on what is happening in my life and a girl also wants to talk! Chill with me on this episode as …

The concluding part of the girl talks with 'the Fertile Chick'. This episode is in partnership with Satayaa Africa and we sit with Adesuwa Nwokedi aka 'The Fertile Chick' as we discuss her books and the strong themes …

Today's episode is in partnership with Satayaa Africa and we sit with Adesuwa Nwokedi aka 'The Fertile Chick' as we discuss her books and the strong themes that come out of them, and how it affects women. With over 16 …

Its a new month and also the 6months anniversary of The Girl Unplugged! Yay! The vision and mission are clearer and I share this with you on this bonus episode. I am so excited about the outcome and the awesome things …

The subject of colorism is a big pie that everyone who tackles it only takes a piece out of the big pie. This episode was inspired by Beverly Naya's …

Is it possible to trust yourself? Absolutely! In this quick inspiration segment, I share useful tips on how to build self-trust and become more …

We had anonymous listeners send in their commentaries on their experiences with their vision boards. This is a rich episode as it further widens the perspective on the subject and gives depth to the topic. Are you …

This was a fun and stimulating episode with Adesuwa a one time guest on the podcast. In this episode we talk about our hair as women, and also …

Vision boards are made to sound mysterious and come off as spooky. But is it? Does it work? How does it work? These are some of the questions answered in this episode. it's fun yet informative and will definitely give …

What are some of the things considered weird you do with yourself? Even if it looks like walking down the street talking to yourself because you want to make sense of an idea or a thought that keeps nagging your head. …

Hey divas! You asked for it and here it is The Girl Talk Segment! Here we talk about all things and everything female. Yess! We are talking about hot gists and gossips, and be sure that the giggles and hmmm will go …

They say opportunity comes only once but how true is this fact? Facts we know are not always true so Rita shares her life lessons so far on how she takes on the opportunities that come her way and why she thinks not …

The charge to "Trust your process" is no longer new to us but what is the "how" of trusting when everything seems bleak and unpromising. On today's quick inspiration we look at some tips on how to set our mind to trust …

 Contrary to popular belief that last-borns have life easy, they are spoilt, and most of them end up to no good, Genevive A.K.A "Last born wey no …

Today, we have girl talk on some of the feminine ideals and practices girls and young women have to live up to. Is it a one size fit all? Are they realistic? Are the standards flexible to accommodate all the variation …

It’s half of the year and we are counting our blessings and celebrating the little wins so far. In this laid back episode, Rita shares her life lessons and updates us on the things she is working on. She also airs her …

In today's quick inspiration segment Rita shares a random thought on what it means to honor your progress. Celebrating the little wins and assuring ourselves of the effort we put as we strive for success is important in …

Have you ever felt the need to be what you’re not just to be acceptable? Have you had people disagree with you on what you know to be true about you or your experiences? I know right!!!! Living your truth in a world …

Do you think if women had the power and choice to opt-out of period pains and the blues they would go for it? 100 times and over!!!  In this episode, …

Franklin Akunekwe (LLB) shares his view and perspective on the Nigerian rape culture and the different behaviors that enable rape in our society. His …

Its the end of the month and success no longer feels tangible nevertheless there was progress. Yes! Don't lose sight of the many blessings! This is a charge to keep hope alive!

If there were no accolades, recognition, or public acclaim for the work we do, would we continue to push on with our passions? What fuels your …

In a world of female empowerment and independence being a man will require more than the purpose of being a provider. The character and strength needed to be a man in our fast-changing world are discussed and Chiemeka …

Let's talk about the ways you can be a safe place for yourself.

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Rebellion may be required to start off the authentic journey but it requires discipline and commitment to become the best of you are.  The two levels of authenticity explore this journey. be inspired!

 Ammie G features as the first guest on the podcast. She shares her struggles and wins in overcoming her insecurities and how she developed a healthy mindset. Are your insecurities hindering you from living your best …

Rita lists out a few points that make one genuine.  why don't you find out!

 Rita shares her experience on how she is managing her emotions to keep sane amid the uncertainties of the season and also how she deals with negative emotions when they arise.

If Jollof has a brand, why shouldn't you?  Rita answers the question to why everyone should have a personal brand and shares quick tips on how to …

Rita starts to unpack her journey with self-awareness as the first prerequisite to living an authentic life. Be inspired!

An introductory episode about what The Girl Unplugged (TGU) podcast is about.