Life to A Teee

Tope Ajala

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Life to a Teee with Tope Ajala is a podcast exploring what it means to live fully while wearing many hats. From the boardroom to the tennis court, and across cultures and continents, Tope dives into real conversations about leadership, motherhood, wellness, and identity. It’s for anyone navigating life with intention, ambition, and heart—always striving to live it to a tee.

MAR 6

My Friends Reminded Me Who I Was | Week 3

Send a text Week 3 of sabbatical took me further than I expected — literally and figuratively. I flew to DC to close out my last consulting client. And then I stayed. Because DC is where my people are. And for the first time in years, I gave myself more than 48 hours to actually be with them, no packed agenda, no back-to-back meetings, no performance of availability. Just real, unhurried time with the women who know me best. What followed was one of the most restorative weeks of this entire sabbatical. We're talking pedicures and long lunches and a hotel bar conversation that went on for hours with not a single drink between us. One of my girlfriends booked me a surprise photo shoot, just because she knew I needed to feel like myself again. And in that moment, I understood something I want to talk about in this episode: the right people in your life will see you before you can see yourself. We also get into my very first Amtrak experience, specifically the Acela, which I expected to feel like the Eurostar and did not. My first trip to Philly. And a dinner in New York hosted by Carla Harris that put me in a room full of Black investors, venture capitalists, and entrepreneurs, and reminded me exactly why intentional network building is one of the most important things you can do for your future and your family's future. And then I landed, went straight to school pickup, and reported back to mom duty. Because that's the duality. This episode is about reconnection. About what real friendship looks like in hard seasons. About carrying things well but not alone. And about the infrastructure, human infrastructure — that holds you up when titles and calendars no longer define you. If you've been in a season where you needed someone to remind you who you are, this one is for you. Support the show

33 min
MAR 5

I Saved $200,000 for My Sabbatical | The Real Numbers, The Real Sacrifices | Week 2

Send a text Everyone's been asking the same question since I started this series: how did you afford it? So this week, I'm going there. The real number. The real breakdown. The sacrifices nobody sees and the conversations you have to have before you can actually stop. Week 2 of my sabbatical landed right in the middle of Valentine's Day — and before we get to the money, we have to talk about that. Because I am not a holiday person. Never have been. And watching so many of my friends spend the week in a low-grade anxiety about what someone else was or wasn't going to do for them made me want to say something. Valentine's Day doesn't have to be expensive. It doesn't have to be a grand gesture. But it should be intentional. And fellas — a romantic email would go a long way. I'm just saying. Then we get into it. I saved $200,000 for this sabbatical. And I know how that sounds. So let me break it down — what that money actually covers, how long I saved for it, the $5,000 a month I was setting aside with intention as early as 2023, the investments that were quietly working while I was loudly working, and the invisible financial load that comes with being the person so many people depend on. Because as a Black woman who supports her parents, her friends, and a team of about 10 people, the conversation about rest and money is never simple. The privilege of taking a sabbatical is real. And so is the weight of what it took to get here. We also talk about the hard conversations you have to have before you can truly step away. With your family. With the people who depend on you. With yourself. Because you can have the money saved and still not be ready to stop performing availability. And the hardest thing I saved for this sabbatical wasn't $200,000. It was the courage to finally stop. Support the show

19 min
FEB 23

We Broke Up. | Uninterrupted Teee EP.1 | Life To A Teee EP.16

Send a text Unpacking what a rested black woman navigating a sabbatical looks like. Each week, we explore what was learned and how we rest. Join weekly to see where this journey takes us. Support the show

21 min
JAN 25

What Will Outlive Me? Navigating Fatherhood, AI Fears & the Future with Fusi

Send a text Fusi joins Life to a Teee to talk about legacy, leadership, and raising future-forward kids in a divided world. From navigating Nigeria's challenges to discussing AI, discipline, and global politics, Fusi opens up about the fears many men don’t speak on: “What happens if I leave nothing behind?” This one is for the builders, dreamers, and doers. Support the show

26 min
JAN 11

Purpose Over Popularity Reinventing Yourself with Nedu

Send a text What happens when you walk away from music? Nedu talks about reinvention, losing clients, crying over deleted files, and building Quirky Scope—his new creative studio inspired by Tyler Perry. This episode is about knowing when to pivot, protecting your purpose, and being fearless in your next act. Support the show

35 min
12/08/2025

Redefining Balance, Identity, and Impact with Yetunde Bankole-Bernard (YBB)

Send a text In this deeply personal episode, YBB—an executive powerhouse—shares what it means to provide as a woman in both boardrooms and personal spaces. From navigating identity and expectations to confronting what’s at stake when you lead from the front, she explores the tension between impact and self-preservation. This conversation unpacks the emotional weight of success, the vulnerability behind leadership, and the beauty of choosing balance without apology. Support the show

32 min
11/24/2025

Building Legacy In an Industry That Forgets You With Showdem Camps Ghost

Send a text Ghost from Show Dem Camp gets candid about his journey in music, from touring with 2Face to building Palmwine Fest. He talks about therapy, time management, industry gatekeeping, and staying true to his creative voice. If you’ve ever struggled to find purpose in your passion—this one’s for you. Support the show

31 min
11/10/2025

The Balancing Act: Marriage & Money I Ijeoma Okonkwo

Send a text Serial entrepreneur Ijeoma Okonkwo doesn't hold back in this conversation about financial independence, being married to one of Nigeria's biggest musicians, and building a business empire while raising a family. From shutting down businesses that no longer serve her to moving 82 Nigerian businesses to London for international trade fairs, Ijeoma share the unfiltered truth about doing it all—and why women need to stop apologizing for having their own money 👤 ABOUT IJEOMA OKONKWO: Ijeoma Okonkwo is the founder of Pixie World Events, an event management company specializing in corporate events and international trade fairs. Since 2016, she has built multiple successful businesses while navigating marriage to entertainment mogul KCee, motherhood, and personal growth. Her trade fair company has expanded from Lagos to Abuja, Port Harcourt, Kano, and internationally to London, empowering primarily women-owned businesses to access larger markets and international opportunities. 📱 CONNECT WITH IJEOMA: Instagram: @missiejay Business: Pixie World Events 🎙️ ABOUT LIFE TO A TEEE: Life to a Teee is a podcast for entrepreneurs, creatives, and ambitious individuals navigating the intersection of career, family, and personal growth. Hosted by Tope Ajala, each episode features honest conversations about the real journey—not just the highlight reel. #LifeToATeeePodcast #WomenInBusiness #NigerianEntrepreneur #Marriage #Motherhood #NigerianPodcast #WorkLifeBalance #TradeFair #LagosBusiness #AfricanEntrepreneur This episode is for every woman who's been told she can't have it all. Spoiler: You can. Just not alone. Support the show

34 min

Life to a Teee with Tope Ajala is a podcast exploring what it means to live fully while wearing many hats. From the boardroom to the tennis court, and across cultures and continents, Tope dives into real conversations about leadership, motherhood, wellness, and identity. It’s for anyone navigating life with intention, ambition, and heart—always striving to live it to a tee.

Creator

Tope Ajala
Years Active

2025 - 2026
Episodes

16
Rating

Clean
Copyright

© 2026 Life to A Teee
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