24 episodes
NIGERIAN DYKE REALNESS Yvonne Onakeme Etaghene
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Unfiltered, candid thoughts on pop culture, music, love, spirituality, healing, depression, grief + whatever else comes up. The voice? Multilingual maven of the mic, your favourite dyke's favourite dyke, Yvonne Onakeme Etaghene. Ijaw Urhobo Nigerian dyke poet, author of For Sizakele, performer, dancer, visual artist, bad gyal, fashion designer and creative director of OyinT. Designs, cook, goddess and a real one.
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not every hobby has to be a money maker
Make time for the things you care about. Hobbies are important. Not every moment you spend in your life should be spent making money. Do your best to make some time for art that is purely for your own pleasure, enjoyment, release and/or self-expression. Wanna share your thoughts? Text me boo! Support the Show.More about me: https://www.myloveisaverb.comMore specifically about the podcast:www.twitter.com/NDRpodcast www.nigeriandykerealness.com Mixtape/Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/pl...
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You Ever Do An Artist Self-Evaluation?
Some questions to ask yourself when evaluating your work, your process, your practice, your journey as an artist. Wanna share your thoughts? Text me boo! Support the Show.More about me: https://www.myloveisaverb.comMore specifically about the podcast:www.twitter.com/NDRpodcast www.nigeriandykerealness.com Mixtape/Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6R1SFz2YLwQM1WtnwFlCL3?si=bgQdNUGsTVaGk2lrzF7rpQ
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self-doubt is you betting against yourself
A more efficient use of your energy? Believe, truly believe, it works out perfectly for you. Wanna share your thoughts? Text me boo! Support the Show.More about me: https://www.myloveisaverb.comMore specifically about the podcast:www.twitter.com/NDRpodcast www.nigeriandykerealness.com Mixtape/Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6R1SFz2YLwQM1WtnwFlCL3?si=bgQdNUGsTVaGk2lrzF7rpQ
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Children Are Not A Retirement Plan
Just as you plan for every aspect of your life, so too must you plan for retirement. Children are a blessing, not a retirement plan or financial investment you should be expecting a return on. Feeling entitled to your children taking care of you in your old age is selfish. You chose to be a parent, be a parent. Allow your children to grow up without worrying about providing for you. Allow any financial gifts from your child be from love, not obligation and after being pressured. Wa...
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Black Sheep, Unicorns & Breaking Generational Curses
What does it mean to say no to abuse in an abusive family? Being the one to change a family dynamic or break toxic emotional patterns takes a lot of strength and courage. Sometimes the person with that courage becomes the black sheep, exiled from the family because of a refusal to go along with the toxicity. There can be a high price to pay for standing up for what you believe in, including losing people who embrace their dysfunction over being healthy relationships. What is the impact on the...
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As Artists, What Happens When We Change?
Do we make room for artists to change and explore who they are and what they most desire to create? Do we allow artists to create their own vibe/sound/aesthetic before calling them tired, over or overrated? Do artistic eras exist anymore? How has social media impacted the shelf life of work and our patience with artists' process? From discussing the pandemic's impact on the arts to talking about what it means to change/grow as an artist, listen up and let's chat. Wanna share your thought...