Memoirs of A Nigerian in Christ

Omowunmi Odedere
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In her own voice, Omowunmi recounts the stories and musings of what it means to be a Nigerian in Christ. Memoirs tells the tales of what happens when faith and culture collide, piece by piece, chapter by chapter. With each episode, Omowunmi illuminates another aspect of her thirty-six year journey from the shores of Nigeria to the land of the (almost) free and the home of the (mostly) brave.

  1. 09/20/2022

    Chapter 6 Part 1 - Friendzoned

    In this episode, the author discusses the trials and triumphs of cultivating genuine sisterhood and friendships. Omowunmi recounts her memories of betrayal and loss in friendship, and how she found redemption in the aftermath. Connect with us on Instagram @MemoirsNICpod. Connect with the author at @OmowunmiOdedere on all platforms.

  2. 09/20/2022

    Chapter 5- Mayhem and Motherhood Part 3

    In this episode we finally conclude chapter 5 of the book. This episode discusses the topic of miscarriage and infant loss, infertility, and the author’s experience of supporting those in her village as they navigate this valley. The author also shares her views on homeschooling her children and the challenges of that unmet desire.

  3. 08/08/2020

    Chapter 5 - Mayhem and Motherhood Part 2

    In this episode, Omowunmi continues detailing her journey through motherhood. Here, she recounts the process and challenges of pivoting from being a stay at home wife and mom to a working woman and back again. She also discusses the cultural headaches of trying to live out her convictions to stay at home with her young children amid a culture that suggested that often looked down on full-time homemaking. The audience also gets some insight into the authors journey into public ministry and her love for cultivating and promoting sisterhood among Christian women. Follow us on Instagram @MemoirsNICpod and follow Omowunmi @OmowunmiOdedere on all her social platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram). We are hosting a GIVEAWAY on our podcast Instagram page! Enter today to win our grand prize! (You must follow us on Instagram to win!)

  4. 07/25/2020

    Chapter 5 - Mayhem and Motherhood

    In this episode, Omowunmi recalls the experience of being pregnant within weeks after her wedding and the ups and downs of life as a new wife and a first-time mother. Omowunmi chronicles the joys and hardship of pregnancy, the experience of labor and delivery, times two and life as a first time mom and (later) a mother of two. She shares the challenges and turmoil that were part of her journey and marriage as she transitioned from blushing bride to an overwhelmed stay-at-home mother within three years. Be sure to follow Omowunmi everywhere @OmowunmiOdedere and keep up with the podcast on Instagram @MemoirsNICpod. Stay tuned to our IG page for our “10th Episode Giveaway.”

  5. 07/03/2020

    Chapter 4 - Marriage and the Newlywed Blues (Part 3)

    In this episode Omowunmi continues and concludes the lessons, insights and divine revelations that have saved her marriage over the last several years. She shares her journey of growth and God-given understanding on topics such as conflict resolution, submission and intimacy. The author walks her listeners through her previously warped understanding of sex and its role in marriage, and the tools that ultimately healed her broken view of God-given sexuality. This episode is highly recommended for newlywed wives and any woman who may be struggling within her role as a wife. Follow us on Instagram @MemoirsNIC and keep up with Omowunmi on all social platforms @OmowunmiOdedere.

  6. 06/26/2020

    Chapter 4 - Marriage and the Newlywed Blues (Part 2)

    In this episode, Omowunmi continues sharing the God-given truths and wisdom that saved her marriage in the early days. The author shares her early struggles with comparing her marriage and husband to other (often time older) unions and older husbands who did not seem to have the same struggles. She explores how her addiction to social media fueled much of her discontent in the early years of her union; and how the Lord thankfully showed her the error of her ways. Follow us on Instagram @MemoirsNIC. Connect with Omowunmi on all platforms @OmowunmiOdedere

  7. 06/19/2020

    Chapter 4 - Marriage and the Newlywed Blues (Part 1)

    In this episode, Omowunmi takes her readers on the journey of her wedding day and the first few weeks and months of her newlywed days - from losing her village of sisters when all her friends disappeared after the wedding - to finding her self pregnant within the first two months of marriage. The early days of marriage had a lot of ups and downs for this new bride who had her own preconceived notions about what marriage between two believers would be. Follow us on Instagram @MemoirsNICpod

  8. 06/05/2020

    Chapter 3 - Legally Blind

    In this episode, Omowunmi recounts her journey to becoming a licensed and practicing attorney. From the age of three when she first voiced her desire to be a lawyer to law school graduation and passing the bar at the age of twenty-three. Omowunmi recounts the tumultuous years of law school and private practice and what (or who) finally pushed her out of a languishing dream to pursue a new path. This episode is dedicated to Attorney Oluseun Williams of Fort Washington, MD (Omowunmi’s cousin), who inspired her to write about her law school experience. Check out his podcast “Legal Libations” on all podcasting platforms and on YouTube.

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In her own voice, Omowunmi recounts the stories and musings of what it means to be a Nigerian in Christ. Memoirs tells the tales of what happens when faith and culture collide, piece by piece, chapter by chapter. With each episode, Omowunmi illuminates another aspect of her thirty-six year journey from the shores of Nigeria to the land of the (almost) free and the home of the (mostly) brave.

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  • Creator
    Omowunmi Odedere
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2022
  • Episodes
    14
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Omowunmi Odedere