Unpack’d with Ti and Jo

Tito Kolawole and Josephine Oshiafi
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Unpack’d with Ti and Jo is a wholesome, fun and real conversation between two African Diaspora sister-friends navigating the expectations, tropes and -isms of moving back to Nigeria. From managing frantic parents and nosy aunts/uncles, to exploring new jobs, dating and relationships, all while trying to secure the bag; expect Ti and Jo to unpack the mess and try to make sense of it all. It’s your dose of podcast therapy so bring your tea/coffee, join us on the couch, and settle in for a session!

Episodes

  1. 12/02/2023

    Friendships After Marriage

    It’s wedding and anniversary season! Family, friends and day ones from all over world celebrating you making it to “I do”. The Owambe is real. But let’s get realer. How many people still keep their OG single friends around after they join the “married club”? We’ve all heard the phrase “Marry your Best Friend” but even after you do, what happens to your other friends? The real ones at least. The tea is that some of them are left in the mudd o. Wahala ! In this episode, Ti and Jo are joined by our “married club” friends Temilola and Ayomide to unpack the world of friendships after marriage. Trust us, you don’t want to miss this episode!

  2. 10/30/2023

    Black History Month Breakdown: UK Edition

    Black History Month in October? Thought that was a US thing in February. Yeah you heard right! As we wrap up the month of October, Ti and Jo are joined by Documentary Producer, Researcher and Co-host of the “Between Space Podcast”, Seyi Bolarin, to unpack the significance of Black History Month in the UK. What does it mean to be Black British? Who are the Windrush Generation? What are some differences between UK vs US racism? How does the UK’s classist society complicate the problem? We uncover some of our own personal experiences with racism, UK society’s obsession with class and of course Meghan Markle marrying into the royal family…because, we had to.  Grab your cuppa and some digestives too, and have a listen! Seyi's Twitter: @SeyiBolarin

  3. 10/13/2023

    Unpacking Naija 63 Years Later

    It’s Nigeria’s independence anniversary and in this episode we are joined by political analyst Afolabi Adekaiyaoja to unpack our hopes, dreams, realities and expectations for Nigeria at 63. Is there anything to love about Nigeria right now? What should our newly elected leaders be focused on? How do we deal with identity politics? Whether you’re a quarter of a way to Japa and planning your ticket out, or you just pulled a Japa da and are back here to stay, how can we move forward to a better Nigeria for all of us? As always, grab your cuppa tea and join the conversation.

  4. 09/15/2023

    Wake up to Wellness, People!

    Whether it’s Nigeria’s recent elections or the crazy high fuel prices, there have been many reasons to be stressed these past few months. But Ti and Jo are back to unpack what it means to be “well” amidst the hustle and bustle of Lagos living. From sleep to meditation to aromatherapy, we guide you through our own personal wellness journeys and ways we find calm. And yup, therapy. But wait, isn’t therapy just a product of the West? Is meditation pagan? Oh we go there. Grab a mug, take a seat and let’s talk wellness.

  5. 03/29/2023

    Moving Back to Marry?

    You didn’t think we’d let international women’s month go by without saying something did you? Think again. In this episode, Ti and Jo address the elephant in the room. Did they move back just to find bae? For every woman looking for how to make sense of balancing your God-given purpose with the desire to get married and start a family, this is for you. We unpack it all: the toxic advice on how to “catch a man”, being true to yourself while being on “streets” and what it means to find purpose in life, including within marriage. Make no mistake, Lagos is basically Bridgerton, but it doesn’t have to be that for you. Join us on a journey of a woman’s purpose beyond becoming a Mrs.

  6. 02/12/2023

    Moving Back to Nigeria: IJGBs? Returnees?

    Ti and Jo delve into their moving back to Nigeria story. It was a crazy pandemic: COVID, End SARS protests, cancelled flights and a tough global lockdown. And where were Ti and Jo? Plotting a reverse japa! IJGBs? Returnees? What’s the difference? Find out as they unpack the madness of 2020 and discuss the pressure to climb the corporate ladder, burnout, and finding purpose/alignment. You don’t want to miss this tea!

  7. 12/30/2022

    Detty December

    No one does enjoyment like Nigerians in December. Detty December in Lagos is back with a vengeance after a crazy pandemic and Ti and Jo are here to unpack it!

    Detty December
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Unpack’d with Ti and Jo is a wholesome, fun and real conversation between two African Diaspora sister-friends navigating the expectations, tropes and -isms of moving back to Nigeria. From managing frantic parents and nosy aunts/uncles, to exploring new jobs, dating and relationships, all while trying to secure the bag; expect Ti and Jo to unpack the mess and try to make sense of it all. It’s your dose of podcast therapy so bring your tea/coffee, join us on the couch, and settle in for a session!

Information

  • Creator
    Tito Kolawole and Josephine Oshiafi
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2023
  • Episodes
    7
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Tito Kolawole and Josephine Oshiafi
  • Show Website
    Unpack’d with Ti and Jo