We…are…BACK! So…..we know we’ve been MIA for a bit but we took most of 2021 off to get our lives in order. We’ve missed you guys and hope you’ve missed us too as the podcast has been like therapy for us and it’s time to get our butts back on that couch, so please join us for more laughs, reflections and stimulating debates (aka gist sessions). In today’s episode, we begin with our What I’m segment where we share the TV shows, books and music we’ve loved while we were away (BTW, the *other*...

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve heard of all the drama surrounding Megan and Harry’s bombshell interview with the Queen (no, not that one) of TV, Oprah. As our first episode was on Megexit, you know we had to do an episode on our reaction to the interview, the implications to the monarchy and Megan and Harry Kardashian‘s next steps. Have our opinions of Harry and Megan changed after the interview? Tune in to figure out! Before we get into all the juicy gossip, Shade discusses...

You all know we’ve both been in seasons of our lives where self love and friendships have given us so much joy. However, in this week's episode, Rolake and Shade prepare for Valentine’s Day by talking about leveling up for love. We get philosophical and talk about mental and practical steps to get in the right space for romantic love and also friendship. As usual, we kick off with our What I’m segment where Rolake and Shade debate which Francophone Netflix show, after Lupin, is best; Shade's...

What a time of collective and individual grief for the world. It seems not a day goes by without news of the death of a friend of a friend, a job loss of a family member or closing of a business we’ve cherished.  Each piece of news is another blow and we mourn with those who have loss in the many ways there is to lose during this time. In spite of all the pain, it is still ok to hope and dream. Some might say the perfect antidote to grief is to muster up the strength to dream. In this episode...

In this very special bonus episode, we discuss women’s reproductive and fertility issues with future doctor Michelle aka Chi Chi. We dive into the two big "Fs", fibroids and fertility, in detail and discuss treatment options, symptoms and if it’s possible to have a safe pregnancy with fibroids. Additionally, we discuss when to consider freezing your eggs, the process of doing so, the initial and ongoing cost and how long the eggs are viable for. This is part one of a two part series, in part...

We've missed you! It's been an exhausting past month and a half with all that's been going on in Nigeria and across the world so we took a mental health break to digest and recalibrate but we're back and as crazy and as candid as ever! We begin this episode with our opinions on the #EndSars protest and next steps. In the "What I'm" segment, we catch you up on the TV shows, movies and books that we've loved over the past month and we share the items we've converted like Rolake's orange heels...

In this episode, Rolake and Shade discuss different dating cultures around the world and compare them to the dating and marriage culture in Nigeria to examine why the dating culture in Nigeria is trash. From North America to Asia and Scandinavia, the duo explore what it’s like to date as a millennial in these countries and their experiences dating in the US and Denmark. The duo also discuss all that is problematic in the often times toxic dating culture in Nigeria and the transactional nature...

In this episode, Shade and Rolake revisit the defining show for the 2000s’ single girl, Sex and The City. They discuss the pros and cons of Carrie ending up with Big and discuss whether single women should settle down with the Mr Big’s in their own life. The ladies completed absolutely important and crucial research that involved rewatching old episodes and the SATC movies for this episode (such a difficult task but it had to be done!). Tune in for laughs and some wisdom . As usual, the show...

Hey! We missed you...but we're back and glad you are too! On episode one of season two, Shade (based in DC) and Rolake (based in Lagos) catch up on what’s been happening in their lives over the last 5 weeks. Listen to their recommendations on the Netflix shows, books, music and self care regimens they've been hooked on (look out for their thoughts on #BlackisKing). In the main topic this week, the ladies speak on the importance of looking after numero uno before trying to meet the needs of...

In the season 1 finale, Shade and Rolake discuss how dating is different in their 30s vs in their 20s with special guest Salewa. The ladies revisit their 20s and how their expectations and non-negotiables have evolved as they have grown into their 30s.  Episode Table of Contents  What I'm - 7:21 Dating in your 30s vs 20s - 21:57 We're on social! Follow us and share your thoughts and suggestions on episodes: IG @othersideoftheatlantic Twitter @sideofatlantic 

Join Shade and Rolake in exploring unconventional relationships through Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith's (possibly) open marriage and Gwen Paltrow and husband Brad Falchuk's separate living arrangements. Would you agree to either in your marriage? Are you in another form of unconventional relationship like a polyamorous, polygamist or mixed orientation relationship? Do you live hours, states or oceans apart from your spouse or partner? Listen and discover our take on these types of...

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In episode 6 of the podcast, Rolake and Shade discuss their experiences living in different cities around the world and how its shaped the people they are today. Please note that due to the length of the discussions we left out our section on our experiences in London. In the wildcard segment, we discuss all the times God had different plans for our lives and how His plans ended up being greater than what we'd imagined. Lookout for recommendations on 36 questions to ask a stranger to make...

In this week's episode, Shade and Rolake get deep and reflect about the life epiphanies they've had during COVID 19 lockdown. They share views from journalists on how life will change post COVID and the personal realisations they have had - including new plans to move country and start new ventures. The wildcard this week is about "hygge" - finding joy in life's simple pleasures as whilst we are home-bound.  We're on social! Follow us and share your thoughts and suggestions on episodes: IG...

Have you been a victim of a terrible boss? In Episode 4, Rolake and Shade share famous stories of notoriously horrible bosses, their opinions on the bosses and personal stories on situations with not so great leaders. The ladies also share what they've been up to this week, in their weekly what I'm segment (Look out for THREE Keira Knightly movie suggestions). Lastly, this week's wildcard has Rolake and Shade experiencing major wanderlust and as a result, they've been thinking about memorable...

In episode 3, Shade and Rolake begin as usual and let you know what they've been up to in the past week in their "What I'm" segment. They then dive into the main topic of the week, dating horror stories, where they share personal stories of dating gone wrong in the US, Denmark and Nigeria. The episode ends with the wildcard topic for the week, unraveling white prejudice, where they question prejudices that cause covert racism through storytelling. The episode ends with tips for healing and...

In light of all the events of the past week, Shade and Rolake take a lighter route in the beginning of this episode and discuss what they're reading, watching and buying this week. The resulting isolation due to Corona virus has them reconsidering ex relationships, so they discuss the pros and cons of rekindling ex flings and give their experiences in doing so. In the main topic this week, they will share their views on George Floyd's murder and their own experiences with covert and overt...

Join Shade and Rolake for a lively discussion on Megexit, what they've been up to this week and their thoughts on solitude and mindfulness in the time of covid.  Episode Table of Contents Megexit - 13:13 Elaine Welteroh's Brooklyn Stoop Wedding - 47:56 What I'm Reading/ Watching/Buying- 59:22 Joy and Satisfaction in Isolation - 1:12:30

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