
Life As We See It Podcast with with Zuki
A podcast hosted by a Nigerian woman living in America, sharing personal stories about life as an immigrant, faith, love, relationships, and social interactions. The host discusses her own life struggles and journey of redemption, aiming to inspire listeners to be their best selves. Content focuses on hope and positivity in a world full of negativity.
Episodes

How i became a doctor in the US (in under 4 years) w/ Dr Toyosi
In this episode Dr Toyosi shares how she became a medical doctor in the US in under 4 years. Dr Toyosi relocated to the US from Nigeria in 2022 and lives in Oregon with her husband and 2 lovely kids. She completed pre-med and medical school in Nigeria and always had the dream of moving to America to practice medicine. Upon graduating from medical school, she started working at a private practice a

The reality of living alone abroad in your 40s
In this episode, i talked about the reality of living alone abroad in your 40s as a single woman. Living in a foreign country as an immigrant without family or close community of friends can be an isolating and very lonely experience, I talked about the highs and lows of living alone in America as a single woman with no husband or kids. Loneliness hits differently when you live abroad because it o

My wife almost left me. How I helped save our 20 year happy marriage w/ Pesa Shayo
In this episode, i interviewed Pesa Shayo, who shared the mindset that almost cost him his marriage but now, he is happily married for over 20 years. Pesa is a relationship expert and co founder of live your best marriage. He is Kenyan, married to an American woman Whitney, they have 4 beautiful daughters and are thriving in their marriage. He shared the challenges he encountered being in an inter

Why i stopped seeking mentors as a grown woman
In this episode i shared how trusting mentors messed with me. While having a mentor is fantastic, falling into the hand of a bad one will greatly slow you down and potentially short-circuit your destiny. I hear so many people push the narrative of mentorship and how everyone needs a mentor to succeed in life. That hasn't been my own personal experience as the mentors i've had in the past have rath

I've worked 22 years & feel like I have nothing to show for it
On this personal episode, i share how I've worked for 22 years & yet feel like I have nothing to show for it. I basically reflected on my last 22 years work history. I talked about the financial obligations, surviving & comparisons that seem to drown out my efforts in building meaningful wealth over the years. I find myself playing the comparison game to other people on social media (L

I live in my head 80% of the time
I live in my head 80% of the time. On this episode i shared a silent struggle i face quite often which is living in my head and overthinking everything. I realized that i see myself much better than people treat me sometimes which sucks. I constantly replay conversations in my head, overanalyze every situation and refuse to step out of my comfort zone to take risks. I realized that living in my he

Cheating spouses, polygamy, paternity tests and dealing with exes
On this episode, we talked about cheating spouses, polygamy, paternity tests and dealing with exes. Enuma and I basically discussed a range of topics related to marriage and relationships. We reacted to men who cheat on their wives and yet demand loyalty from them, such men even insist their side chicks to stay faithful to them which is ridiculous. We talked about polygamy and why African men are

The problem with many African marriages in the diaspora plus How I met my Nigerian Prince
We discussed the problems with African (Nigerian) marriages in the diaspora after relocation. Marriage is very complex and African marriages are twice as hard because of the patriarchal culture in which African (Nigerian) men were brought up in. Some Nigerian men get into marriage with the primal understanding that their wives are beneath them and are always there to serve them. However, when they

"I went on a date with a scammer"- my horrible dating experience with an America
On this episode, my friend Enuma narrates how she went on a date with a scammer . Enuma shared about her dating/relationship experience as an black immigrant woman in America and shared her date from hell experience (dating experience Storytime). She matched with a guy online (the first African American man she's matched with)and they went on their first date to a breakfast place. She said he

Young African immigrants narrate their experiences living with Americans
In this episode, I'm joined by my 2 nieces to have a conversation about why African immigrants find relating with Americans confusing. They share their experiences about living in America as new immigrants from Africa (Nigeria). We compared how communicating and relating with Americans is different from how we interact with eachother (fellow Africans). Cultural differences seem to play a huge role

What it's like living in America today vs 15 years ago
I moved to America 15 yrs ago and on this episode, i talked about the reality of living in the USA today in 2011 vs today (2026). A lot has changed in 15 years, from economic situation to the political landscape, life in America especially for immigrants is significantly different. I talked about how America has lost its charm for immigrants due to all the recent immigration laws, many are choosin

Americans moving to Africa realizing they've been lied to (the TRUTH is...)
In this episode i talked about Americans moving to Africa realizing they've been lied to about the reality of life in Africa. Americans can sometimes come off as very entitled and high maintenance. They expect to enjoy the same comfort they are used to in America and when they don't get it, they get very disappointed. Some Americans move to Africa hoping to enjoy a slower pace of life however the

Overwhelming GUILT and the silent pressure to help others
The overwhelming feeling of guilt and the silent pressure to support others. In this episode i share my personal experience of dealing with personal guilt that comes from having a savior complex mentality due to survivor's guilt. I put a lot of pressure on myself to rescue people I have left behind in certain seasons of my life. As someone who has deep levels of empathy, i find myself overly sensi

I threw away a 7-year career in banking to start over as an engineer in America
I threw away a 7-year career in banking to pursue a PhD in engineering in the USA. In this episode I share my career transition/pivot from banking to engineering. Having worked in the financial sector for several years, i decided to pursue a different career path in my early 30s (mid career) and so i decided to go back to school. I moved across continents from Nigeria to America to pursue my gradu

My testimony (encounter with Jesus, false preacher & faith struggles)
I share my personal testimony of salvation. I grew up in a Christian household and was raised in the Anglican (protestant) denomination. However, in the course of my childhood, my parents moved us to several churches/denomination some of which were bible based while others preached heretical doctrines that wasn't founded on Christ or Salvation. In 1997, I had a personal encounter with God wher

Why you look in the mirror and think you're ugly (how evil people use mirrors as portals) w/ Dr Nicole Avery
You look in the mirror and think you're ugly because evil people use mirrors as portals. in this concluding episode with Dr Nicole Avery, she talks about signs of witchcraft attacks and how someone can know if they are being be-witched. She also talked about the evil agenda of the enemy/witches, how they use artifacts like mirror or cameras to set up portals in people's homes or lives. She also ta

Unseen forces affecting mother-daughter relationships & family dynamics w/ Dr Nicole Avery
In this episode Dr Nicole Avery shares how unseen forces affect mother-daughter relationships and overall family dynamics. Nicole believes that the way a mother parents has a lot to do with her family of origin, her position in the family and the spiritual forces influencing her thought life. She shares her personal story of surviving trauma, battling spiritual attacks, and finding her purpose in

Divorcing my husband of 25 yrs and starting over in my 50s
Tammy shares her divorce from her husband of 25 years and how she's starting over in her 50s. Her husband was leading a secret life, grooming her daughters, addicted to prn and consuming and distributing CP. Even though she stood by him after he got convicted, however after seeing how that put a strain on her relationship with her daughter and grand son, she made the decision to file for divor

Finding out my husband was grooming our girls & had a secret p*rn addiction (He lied the whole time)
Tammy shares how she found out her husband of 25 years was living a double life. He pretended to be the perfect Christian husband but behind closed doors, he was addicted to prn which ultimately led to his arrest for charges of consuming child prngry. Tammy shared how she met him after she had just separated and gotten a divorce from her 1st husband. She had 2 kids from the previous marriage and t

The brutal reality of my first nurse practitioner job (what no one tells you)
I interviewed my sister who shared the brutal reality of her first nurse practitioner job (what no one tells you) & why she quit her first nurse practitioner jo after 6 months . She talked about her nursing school journey, how she started out as an LPN and quickly progressed to get her RN, BSN, Masters in Nursing leadership and finally a post graduate Masters degree in nurse practitioner. She

15 years later.... Living in America has changed me as an immigrant
15 years later.... Living in America has changed me as an immigrant. In this episode i reflect on my immigrant journey in America. I have lived in the US for close to 15 years and looking back at how far i've come and all my experiences, I'd say it's been such a delightsome time. Being an African (Nigerian), i was hit with a lot of culture shock moments and experiences that questioned

Buying my 1st home in the US was a mistake (don't buy this type home)
In this episode, i shared mistakes i made buying my first home in the US. Home buying can be quite a complex process and having all the information you need to make a good decision is very helpful. I share my personal experience and regrets about buying my first home in the US, from unexpected home costs like Insurance, HOA, PMI, etc , I dive into the lessons I've learned and what I would do d

I wish i got married in my 20s, here's why...
In this episode, i reflected on some horrible dating mistakes i made in my 20s that made me miss out on love and kept me single in my 40s. I shared some mistakes, regrets and wrong mindsets i had going into relationships when i was in my 20s. I talked about 2 relationships I had in in my 20s and why i ended them. I was constantly looking for the ideal man, a man that checked off all my lists, I wa

Now in our 40s, Things we wish we knew sooner (Life advice for 20y/os)
Now in our 40s, Things we wish we knew sooner (Life advice for 20y/os). In this concluding episode, we shared life advice/tips for younger people, life lessons and things we wish we knew sooner. Ellie wishes she learned to use her voice more in her 20s and setting stronger boundaries. As a young person, it can be intimidating to use your voice but the sooner you start using it, the better for you.

Life Regrets at 40- "I didn't think I'd be single with no kids in my 40s"
I didn't think i'd be single with no kids in my 40s. In this episode i am joined by 2 of my best friends, Ellie and Amanda and we shared about our life's experiences, growing older, regrets/mistakes we made in our 20s. Zuki shared about her relationship/dating mistakes which is a deep source of regret- being single, never been married and without kids in her 40s, Amanda shared about di

Dynamics of female friendships - Making friends, breakups & setting boundaries
We discuss the dynamics of female friendship in this episode. I am joined back again by my friend Enuma to share the importance and dynamics of female friendships. She shared her experience with her friend groups, what she looks out for in a friend, how she has become a better friend as she's grown older/matured especially around setting and respecting her friend's boundaries. We talked ab

What's causing conflict in my American Nigerian marriage (intercultural relationship)
Tia is back to share what causes conflict in her American Nigerian intercultural marriage. The main issue she shares is gender roles in marriage and how the cultural difference between her as an American and her Nigerian husband shows up in their marriage. While she takes care of the home, the baby and works, she expects her husband to step up as well and help. She acknowledges that even though he

How we met & married in 9 months- an unbelievable intercultural love story
Tia shares how she met her husband on a dating app and they got married 9 months later. This is a beautiful intercultural love story between Tia, an African American and her husband, a Nigerian. Tia details how they met on an online dating app (Hinge). She was initially hesitant to swipe left on him because his profile picture wasn't picture perfect however, upon meeting him she was pleasantly

How i navigated life as an international student in USA: Identity, making friends, money, academics
I am joined by my friend Enuma who shared How she navigated life as an international student in USA: Identity, making friends, finances, academics, etc. We discussed everything from financial struggles to culture shocks, academic achievements, finding identity, communicating with Americans, making friends, etc. She talked about why she chose the USA for grad school. As a Nigerian coming to America

Is living in America still worth it for Immigrants in 2026? (pros & cons)
Is living in America (USA) still worth it for immigrants in 2026? I talked about the pros and cons of living in America as an immigrant. With the recent travel restrictions and visa bans in 2026, it's become more difficult and unsettling for a lot of intending immigrants into America. Despite all of that, America is still one of the best countries for immigrants to live in and thrive. It provi

I'm in my 40s and regret these mistakes (advice to young people)
In this episode, i shared some of my life regrets now that I'm in my 40s. My hope is that young people in their 20s & 30s learn from my mistakes so that they don't repeat it. Life goes by so fast and if we're not careful, we waste precious moments and opportunities. Some mistakes I talked about include: constant procrastination, living for people's validation, not loving myself

"Society gives up on you If you're still single at 40" & How to find purpose in your single season
On this episode we discussed why society gives up on single people in their 40s and how to find purpose during your waiting season. I am joined by Jayne who is a writer, publisher, author's midwife, a ministry leader and founder of SIWON (sisters in waiting outreach network) which is a ministry targeted at single women in waiting, helping them find purpose in their single season. We discussed so m

"OMUGWO": Should our African grandmas be paid for helping with their grandbabies?
In this episode we talked about "Omugwo" which is an African tradition of postpartum care for nursing moms. Amaka shared her omugwo story and how the support of her mom's omugwo has helped with her quick recovery after childbirth. We talked about some myths about omugwo care (e.g. hot water compresses, pepper soup recipe, etc and its effectiveness). We also debated if it was acceptab

3 kids later: The reality of motherhood, pregnancy, surrogacy, parenting & raising boys
3 kids later: The reality of motherhood, pregnancy, parenting & raising boys. In this episode, i am joined by my lovely co-host Amaka and she shared her motherhood journey. She just gave birth to her 3rd baby and took us through the journey of all her pregnancies. We talked about the waiting season especially for women who are struggling with fertility issues, Amaka shared some encouraging wor

If you see these 10 signs, you're secretly being abused & need to leave ASAP!
If you see these 10 signs, you're secretly being abused & need to leave ASAP! In this episode i discuss the subtle signs of secret abuse most people ignore/miss and the disadvantages of staying in such toxic situations for a long time. Whether you're in a relationship, marriage, friendship, career, institution or job, you should always be vigilant and look out for these signs, if you n

This is why many African marriages abroad don't last anymore
We continue our discussion on why many African marriages abroad don't last anymore. One of the main reasons is due to people having wrong motives. Some women come into the marriage with the wrong motives and when they relocate abroad, it becomes easy for them to execute their malevolent plans - unfairly call the cops on their husbands and take over their properties and children in some cases.

Why many African women are choosing to be single moms due to bad/abusive marriages
In this episode, we chat about why many African women are choosing to be single moms due to bad/abusive marriages. The rise of single motherhood in many African households is at an all time high. We talk about factors that contribute to marriages breaking apart from divorce and the women choosing to parent their children themselves. Some of the factors we identified were infidelity, abuse, lies, l

14 years later...... Lessons I've learned living in America as a Nigerian immigrant
On this episode, I talked about 14 lessons I learned living in America as a Nigerian immigrant. I share 14 key lessons i have learned living in the US as a foreigner/immigrant. The lessons i share are highly subjective nd is solely based on my own opinion and i acknowledge that my experience could differ from that of other immigrants. I talked about ways in which life in America is different from

Young African immigrants experience America for the first time (perception vs harsh reality)
I'm joined by my two lovely nieces on this episode to discuss how they are navigating life in America as young Nigerian immigrants (their perception vs reality). It was refreshing to hear them share their experiences as teenage girls trying to find their place in the society, They drew parallels/made comparisons between living in Nigeria and living in America. They talked about how schooling in Am

Exposing false teachings in the church: They keep people in bondage
In this episode, Abies exposes various false teachings in the church keeping people in bondage. Her drawn out struggle with post partum anxiety & long recovery led her on a journey of deconstructing her faith to find out what was true and un-true about the Christian Faith. She talked about different doctrines some modern churches have adopted leading people astray. Most of those false teaching

My postpartum journey - depression, anxiety, intrusive thoughts & my miraculous recovery after 2 years
In this episode, my friend Abies Adeyeri returns to share her postpartum journey and experience with us. Abies takes us through her pregnancy journey, being diagnosed with fibroids during her first pregnancy and the pain and difficulties she experienced, doctors/hospital visits and how she successfully delivered her beautiful baby girl. With her husband being far away in another country, it was a

I Moved to America BROKE as an International Student (testimony & life lessons)
In this episode, i share my experience of moving to America as international student from Nigeria with little to no money. I left a lucrative career in banking and moved to America in 2011 for my Masters (graduate school) in America. However, I wasn't financially prepared for the journey and had no money saved up before coming the the US. With only 40% scholarship, my school fees was in the th

Why married women should have a life outside of their marriage & husbands
I am joined by my sister Afy to discuss why women should have a life outside of their marriage or their husbands. A lot of African women get into marriage with the expectation of being housewives and have their husbands provide for their families. However, in today's world and current economy, both people (husbands & wives) need to pull their weight financially to make things work. Afy advices

Unhealthy competition amongst immigrants & why some marriages struggle & fail abroad
In this episode, i am joined by Abies and we discuss issues affecting Nigerian immigrants who live abroad. We talked about competition amongst immigrants and why Nigerian/African marriages struggle abroad compared to if they were in Africa. Abies talked about what couples should do to stay afloat and remain married. She stressed that couples have to be accountable to one another and bear each othe

I came to America with only $1700 & had to work 3 jobs to survive as a new immigrant w/ Abies Adeyeri
In this episode, I am joined by my friend Abies Adeyeri who shared her journey and experience in the US as a Nigerian immigrant. Abies is a wife, mom of 3 beautiful girls, an IT professional, business owner and so many other things. She migrated to America from Nigeria in 2008 after winning the US DV visa lottery and shares with the struggles and challenges she faced as a new immigrant. From havin

Settling in the US 🇺🇸 after migrating as a wife/mom, marriage, parenting & career success w/ Uju Chibueze
In this episode, Uju shares how she quickly settled in America after relocating from Nigeria to join her husband, We discussed why some Nigerian men abroad like to marry nurses & some of those marriages fail amongst other topics. Uju is a wife, mom of 3 kids, a physical therapist (PT) & a business owner. She shared her immigrant journey/experience of moving from Nigeria to the US upon grad

Challenges & triumphs of raising a child with special needs (Joubert's syndrome) w/ Jane Fischer
In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Jane Fisher, a devoted mother and author of "If You Knew Suzy: Pushing Past the Boundaries of Never." Jane shares the inspiring journey of raising her daughter Suzy, who was born with Joubert syndrome, a rare genetic disorder. Through candid conversations, Jane reveals the emotional and physical challenges they faced, from medical hurdles to societal perc

Leaving a 25yrs toxic marriage in my 50s to pursue my passion w/ Linda Magoon
In this episode, Linda Magoon shares how she ended a toxic marriage of 25 years in her mid 50s to pursue her passion for hiking & the outdoors. Linda is an author, environmentalist and outdoor enthusiast. After decades of putting her own dreams and desires on hold, she finally found the courage to take a leap of faith and start a new chapter in her life. She talked about how she felt lost in h

How Connor Treacy turned a viral moment at 19 into a million dollar 🤑🤑business
In this episode, Connor Treacy shares how he turned a viral moment into a million dollar business opportunity. Connor Treacy is a Los Angeles based entrepreneur, music executive and cultural strategist shaping the intersection of entertainment and nightlife. At 19, he hosted a viral house party of over 100,000 attendees garnering media and entertainment industry's attention making him the youn

After 2 divorces & demanding corporate 9 to 5 career, how I learned to let go of control w/ Carissa Karban
In this episode, Carissa Karban shares how she learned to let go of control after 2 divorces & quitting a demanding 9 to 5 corporate career. Carissa Karban is a leadership embodiment coach and the founder of Heal collective as well as an AI video game. Having grown up in a home with a single mom, she often felt she had no control as a child and was determined to take control of her own life in

How I survived witchcraft in my family (Nicole's emotional story) w/ Dr Nicole Avery
In this episode, Nicole Avery shares her emotional story of how she survived witchcraft in her family. Nicole Avery, PhD is an author, artist, thought ambassador and educational consultant for many decades. In this heartfelt episode, she shares her journey of childhood, being born into a Caribbean (Jamaican) family with a history of witchcraft and other demonic practices. As first generation Ameri

How childhood trauma is ruining your love life, dating & relationships w/ Riana Milne
In this episode we discuss how childhood trauma is ruining your love life, dating and romantic relationships. I am joined by Raina Milne who is a certified life coach & licensed mental health counselor for over 25 years and specializes in helping adults overcome both childhood & love relationship trauma. She shares the top 10 types of trauma/trauma checklist and how they manifest in our da

I married my best friend but divorced only after 4 yrs (abuse, betrayal & finding purpose) w/ Jalisa Hardy
In this episode, Jalisa shares her marriage and divorce story. She got married to her college sweetheart/best friend only to get divorced after only 4 years. Her story is one of healing from abuse, betrayal and finding purpose in the midst of pain. Jalisa Hardy is a single mom of 3 young kids, a licensed minister, a self published author and a host of other things. She suffered early childhood abu

My divorce story pt2 & Why African marriages abroad fail
This is concluding part of my interview with Verastic'. She shares about her divorce story & why African (Nigerian) marriages abroad fail. She shares how her marriage took a down turn after her mother in law moved in. Her mother in law's display of jealously and how her ex-husband's violence & juju (witch doctor) engagements ultimately led to the dissolution of her marriage. We

My divorce story💔 & how i became successful at blogging as an immigrant in America w/Verastic
In this episode, i am joined by Vera Ezimora of Verastic. Vera shares the shocking story of what led to the divorce in her first marriage, some mother in law drama & why she ditched nursing school for blogging. Vera is a trend setter and ahead of her time when it comes to creativity and content creation. She shared about her love for writing, how she ditched nursing to follow a different caree

How paying attention to coincidences changed my life, marriage & career w/ Sophia Demas
How paying attention to coincidences changed my life. I am joined by Sophia Demas who is an author (written 2 books - the divine language of coincidences & consciousness beyond death). In this episode, she talked about the power of coincidences and how acting on them produces great life changing miracles. God always brings meaningful co-incidences our way & it's our responsibility to t

Is it still Cheating if you come clean? The DARK side of human nature in Dating w/ Brad Glantz (mighty brad)
In this episode, we discuss the dark side of humans when it comes to dating. Brad Glantz (Mighty Brad), a relationship and life coach powerhouse shares fantastic information on relationships, dark/toxic nature of humans and how it manifests in relationships. He talked about the importance of integration of all sides of ourselves to developing a healthy whole identity. Brad shares his experience wi

Helping women heal from painful divorce, emotional wounds & build self worth w/ Tori Jenae
I am joined by Tori Jenae in this episode. Tori Jenae is a trauma-informed confidence and relationship coach with over 13 years of experience and multiple degrees in psychology. She helps women heal from emotional wounds, rebuild self-worth, and create aligned, thriving lives and relationships after breakups, divorce, and personal loss. Her work blends psychology, somatic healing, and spiritual wi

Honest conversation about a pastor's doubts, fears, faith & struggles w/ Steve Hinton
I'm joined by Pastor Steve Hinton who shares a heartfelt and raw conversation about the struggles he's faced with doubt, fear, and finding purpose in life & ministry. In this emotional and inspiring video, he opens up about his personal journey, revealing the fears and doubts that have held them back, and the lessons he's learned along the way. He shares the impact of not having a steady fathe

How I fasted for 30 days (no food, no water) for spiritual breakthrough & testimonies w/ Aicha Barry
In this episode, I interview Aicha Barry who shares her experience doing a 30 days fast (with no food) for spiritual breakthroughs and testimonies. Aicha is a mom, a prophetess, a coach, teacher and the founder of Miracles Signs and Wonders LLC. She is the author of the book "2020 Vision: The PATHWAY to a Fruitful Dry Fast" where she shares on the power and importance of fasting. Having

Escaping an abusive covert narcissistic partner & custody battle of son w/ Renee Rodriguez
Thinking you've found "the one" can be an incredible feeling, but what if that person turns out to be a covert narcissist? In this video, I am joined by Renee Rodriguez who shares her personal experience of what it was like being in a relationship with a covert narcissist and going into a child custody battle with themReneé is an experienced custody strategist, DV advocate, divorce mediator, paren

Relationship expert (married 53 yrs) shares reasons why your love life stinks! w/ Dr LaGrande Mason
In this episode, I'm joined by Dr LaGrande Mason, a relationship expert who's been married for 53 years and shares why your love life stinks! Dr LaGrande Mason is the author of award winning book (5 pitfalls of relationships: What no one tells you why your relationship stinks) In this episode he dives into the book and lists out the 5 pitfalls/mistakes people are making when it comes to re

Helping the incarcerated tell their story & being a black man in America | LeRon Barton
In this episode, I'm joined by LeRon Barton who is helping the incarcerated tell their story & shares his struggles of being a black man in America. From overcoming stuttering early on in life to mounting several TEDx talks stages, he shares how he overcame his speech impediment and now a well respected public speaker. Getting arrested a few times as a teenager due to drug and alcohol poss

Growing up with a narcissitic and emotionally neglectful mother w/ Marianne Richmond
In this episode, we discussed the impact of childhood emotional neglect due to growing up with a narcissistic mother. My guest is Marianne Richmond, a best selling author children's author Known for bestselling books like I Love You So and Be Brave Little One. She recently published her memoir If You Were My Daughter, a deeply moving new memoir but behind her success is a story of survival. Ra

I joined a cult without knowing & was married to the narcissistic leader for 8 yrs (how i escaped & healed) w/ Isabella Young
In this video, I interviewed Isabella Young who shared her experience of being married to a narcissistic cult leader for 8 years, how she escaped, and her journey of healing. After the loss of her first husband, her search for life's true meaning and purpose, led her to her narcissistic ex husband who started out as the leader of a trans group which quickly evolved into becoming a cult. He used lo

She ghosted me for our first date: How we met & our love story (dating for 3 yrs) | Jacinta and Emmanuel
In this episode, i interviewed college sweet hearts Jacinta & Emmanuel. They share the story of how they met, how she she ghosted him for their first date and now they have been dating for over 3 years. Jacinta first met Emmanuel at a friend's birthday party and ghosted him after he asked her to the park as a first date!. He blocked her and quickly moved on but fate would bring them back toget

How overcoming my fear of public speaking helped me grow my career as a woman in the US w/ Jhoan Perras-LeMense, MS, PMP
In this episode i interviewed Jhoan who shares how she overcame her fear of public speaking, grew in her career and has thrived as a Filipino immigrant in America. Mid way through her career, she quickly realized that in order to succeed, she had to stop being shy, step out of her comfort zone and learn to speak publicly. She shared how joining toastmaster and lots of practice, raising up her hand

Creating a clothing brand as a busy mom: Faith, family & growing a business w/ Amanda Allen
In this episode I interviewed Amanda who is a mom, wife, business owner and creator of the clothing brand "Yahkingdomwear". Her inspiration behind creating the clothing brand was to help people (Christians) express and share their Faith with others while being stylish and comfortable at the same time. She draws motivation by setting the right examples for her kids in living a Christ centered life.

14 years in America: Was it all worth It? (sharing my honest struggles, regrets, lessons learned & advice)
In this episode, I shared my story of 14 living in America for 14 years, was it all worth it? I shared my honest struggles, regrets and lessons learned. I talked about my struggles with my finances, friendships, relationships, faith and wellness. I gave some perspective on the rude shock most immigrants may experience when they first arrive the US and how they can better prepare themselves. Have y

Are you living for others instead of yourself?, Top signs & why you need to be SELFISH!
In today's episode, I talked about living for others instead of yourself, top signs and why you need to be selfish. Are you tired of putting others first and neglecting your own needs and desires? Do you feel like you're living your life according to everyone else's expectations, rather than your own? This video explores the common phenomenon of people-pleasing and how it can lead to f

Netflix Love is Blind S8 Recap: Drama, dysfunctional relationships, social issues
In this episode, i am joined by Ellie Figueroa to recap Netflix's Love is blind season 8. We shared highlights of the seaon, our favorite and least favorite couples and shared our views on some of the social and political issues brought up in the show. We eneded the recap wondering if Love is really blind when all the contestants are 10s (gorgeous). Hope you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a

I overcame my fear of people and YOU can too: 4 reasons you're afraid of people
In this episode, i share my personal story of how i overcame the fear of people. I talked about 4 main reasons why i feared people and provided some pointers and suggestions on how to overcome it. Life can be hard and people can be very judgemental, harsh and critical however, being grounded and knowing who you are at your core will help you scale through. From understanding the root cause of your

Courage to leave an abusive marriage & helping women understand their bodies w/ Shelly Simonsen
In this episode, I am joined by Shelly Gunnar Simonsen, a podcaster, fitness and wellness coach. We talked about marriage, health, divorce, wellness and helping women understand their bodies. She shared about her previous marriage with a narcissistic ex who abused and made her doubt herself. She talked about how she got the courage to leave that 18 year abusive marriage and getting a scary diagnos

How I lost 77lbs in 9 months and reversed all my chronic illness w/ Olivier Mankondo
In this episode, i am joined by Olivier Mankondo who is a speaker, author, weight loss and wellness coach who teaches people how to thrive on a plant-based nutrition. He lost 35 Kg ( 5½ stone or 77 pounds) in just 9 months by adopting plant-based nutrition. After making the change in to plant based nutrition in 2016 , he's been able to cure himself of all the chronic diseases he was suffering

Tackling childhood obesity one family at a time w/ Dr Katrina Nguyen
In this episode, Dr Katrina Nguyen, a pediatric gastroenterologist shares/discusses childhood obesity and how she's helping families (parents and guardians) tackle it. She shares her early childhood journey from Vietnam to America and how she almost lost her life as a little kid due to illness but miraculously recovered. She has now made it life's her mission help children live healthy active life

Protecting children from abuse is my Life's purpose w/ Sabrina Osso
In this episode, Sabrina Osso, shares with me why her life's purpose/mission is protecting children from abuse/toxic situations. As a survivor of childhood abuse, she has spent her life pushing against systems and family/cultural values that promotes abuse and violence. She founded OSSO safe which is a company that works with real estate, schools and law enforcement agencies to ensure children are

Discussing life as an immigrant & Secrets to building a sustainable Cash Flow w/ Kirsha Campbell
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