In Good Company With Onome is a podcast for young adults exploring relationships in all their forms, including friendships, family dynamics, dating, marriage and professional connections. It offers real stories and practical wisdom for people dealing with adult friendship struggles, toxic relationships, dating challenges or a desire to build stronger people skills. The show aims to help listeners create healthier relationships with honesty and no filter. It emphasizes that good relationships are built intentionally rather than happening by accident.
Episodes
Basic friendship standards & expectations (Ep43)
The conversation around why some people choose to keep their relationships private is complex. It raises questions about trust and communication within friendships. If you find yourself in a situation where you can’t share important news with your friends, it’s worth examining why that is and how it might affect your relationships. I hope that this episode brings you to that place of reflection. D
We're not all FRIENDS; An episode on acquaintances ft Yeychi (Ep42)
Onome is on a mission to break the discomfort people feel towards the idea of acquaintanceship. Acquaintanceship is NOT a stepping stone or a testing phase to see who wins the golden price of becoming your friend. Healthy communities and networks are established on strong acquaintanceships, yet this type of relationship is often overlooked. This episode will change how you approach casual relation
Dilemma episode; How to do small talk at work as an introvert Ep 41
It's common to feel overshadowed, especially as an introvert. One thing this episode emphasises is that being introverted doesn’t mean you can't be a people person. Visibility is key in the workplace! You don’t need to be the loudest in the room; you only need to leverage the strength in your personality type. If you're keen on learning how to building meaningful connections, then this episode is
Basic communication techniques for adults in their 20s & 30s (Ep 40)
In this episode, I've shared a simple cheat code for effective communication. Doing this one thing can change your relationships tremendously. Don't listen alone, share this episode with those friends or acquaintances that are really bad at communicating. You should also listen if you just want to hear me rant about wicked people on the internet haha!Don't forget to rate the podcast, c
How we improved our marriage in the first two years ft Mr Wealth (Ep 39)
Getting married soon or budding newly weds? This episode is what you need to listen to with your spouse. In this episode, Mr & Mrs Wealth share 5 essential improvements they made as they build a thriving marriage. Tips shared here are not marital advice, but personal choices that you can learn from and adapt to your own unique situation if it suits you. Marriage is a beautiful journey of growt
Dilemmas: A fat-shaming boyfriend; hustle & bustle of dating; how to breakup with your friend (Ep38)
My people, we have a situation on our hands — actually, we have three!This month's dilemma episode is here, and we're getting into it all. A woman navigating her boyfriend's constant comments about her weight. A friendship that has quietly faded and what to do when you finally have to face that. And someone who is tired of the limbo of meeting new people. Three dilemmas. Real situation
Let's talk people skills; How to become a people person (Ep 35)
I'm on a mission to get more people to embrace the idea of being a people person. This episode talks about the significance of people skills in both personal and professional settings, emphasising the need for effective communication and relationship-building. I've shared some actionable steps to help improve your people skills, so make sure to listen until the end.Don't forget to like
Part 1- Abused and Abandoned; Dealing with relationship trauma Ft Elizabeth (Ep 34)
Trigger warning* This episode includes stories of s*xual abuse & exploitation, child abuse, and trauma. In this episode, Elizabeth shares her journey through relationships, abuse, and personal growth. She delves into her experiences with various forms of abuse, highlighting the often-overlooked emotional and psychological aspects. She recounts her childhood trauma and the impact it had on her
Lessons from my mum; A mother-daughter episode (Ep 32)
I interviewed my mum!In this episode, we talked about her life; exploring her journey from childhood to adulthood. We discussed her experiences growing up, the challenges of health and business, and the importance of love and communication in family life. This episode highlights the wisdom gained through life experiences and the values that shape future generations. I hope you enjoy it as much as
Busyness is killing relationships; An episode for the busy adults desiring connection (Ep 37)
We're all guilty of it —the unreturned texts, the cancelled plans, the "let's catch up soon" that never happens. But what if your busyness isn't just a scheduling problem? What if it's quietly costing you your closest relationships? In this episode, I take my time to have an honest, no-filter conversation about why adult friendships fade, why we keep giving our best energ
Part 2- Abused and Abandoned; Dealing with relationship trauma Ft Elizabeth (EP 36))
Trigger warning* This episode includes stories of s*xual abuse & exploitation, child abuse, and trauma. In this episode, Elizabeth shares her journey of healing from abuse, emphasising the importance of seeking help and forgiveness. This is a follow up of episode 34, so if you haven't listened to that yet, please do.Don't forget to like, comment and shareStay connectedYouTube: I
Q&A and dilemmas: Sexual addiction, mum life, real friends, podcast live show... and MORE (Ep33)
In this episode, I respond to the questions and dilemmas people shared with me on Instagram about a week ago. This episode covers various topics related to friendships, dating, motherhood, and IGC podcast updates/ plans for community engagement. There's a very important request at the end so watch till the end!Don't forget to like, comment and share!Stay connectedYouTube: In Good Comp
I’ve been enjoying motherhood + random life updates (Ep 31)
Two months life update in just a few minutes.This episode is all about telling you why I've been MIA for two months, totally unplanned. I share personal life updates, reflecting on my experiences with motherhood, work-life balance, and the challenges of navigating career choices while raising a child. Enjoy!! And don't forget to like, comment and share!Stay connectedYouTube: In Good Com
Talent vs Personality ft Zubby; An episode on working with superstars- Ep30
Zubby was such great company on this episode! He shared his experience as a talented singer/ songwriter who works with some of the biggest names in the gospel music industry. Want to know how he got these opportunities? Then listen to this episode and don't forget to like, comment and share!Stay connectedYouTube: In Good Company PodcastShare your relationship dilemma or love stories: igcwith
Italiano sisters —An episode on sibling relationships ft Sandra and Anita
They are sisters. They live together. And get this, they are business partners! In this episode, we are joined by the cutest sister duo everrr. They share some interesting bits about their journey as sisters alongside some great advice for building strong sibling relationships. Enjoy!! And don't forget to like, comment and share!Stay connectedYouTube: In Good Company PodcastShare your rela
Telling people to (or not to) aspire to marriage- Ep 28
This episode is a reaction (of sorts) to a viral video of Chimamanda imploring women to not aspire to marriage. Well... should we or should we not? Listen in and share your thoughts in the comments :)Stay connectedYouTube: In Good Company PodcastShare your relationship dilemma or love stories: igcwithonome@gmail.com or anonymously here:NGLOn Instagram: @igcwithonome Hos
From the office to the altar ft Mo and Yeni
Introducing the ‘Real People; Real Love’ series where we showcase genuine love stories —not the polished, rom-com kind, but the kind that’s been tested, stretched, and matured through real-life experiences.From being work colleagues to saying 'I DO', this episode features Mo and Yeni —two newly weds letting us in on how their love has evolved. Stay connectedYouTube: In Good Company PodcastShare yo
A soft return + reminder to 'keep friendship' - Ep 26
After some time away, I'm finally reunited with my mic! Just a little reminder to everyone that "good" people exist. Of course even said good people can hurt you sometimes, and this doesn't mean you should write them —or everyone else— off. Have you experienced great friendships? I'm on a mission to amplify these stories so please share your friendship successes with me via email: thegbpod@gmail.c
It takes a village; an episode on pregnancy and parenthood -Ep 25
This episode sheds some light on some concerns young people have around the journey to parenthood, from pregnancy to child birth and parenting. How has our society shaped our views on the transition to parenthood? Listen in, enjoy the episode and don't forget to rate the podcast.Stay connectedYouTube:Growing and Becoming PodcastShare your relationship dilemmas here:thegbpod@gmail.co
Bad marriages & bad advice Ft my teenage friends - Ep 24
This episode features two fantastic teenagers and our thoughts on a not so popular marriage debacle. The girls also talk briefly about the poor relationship that exists between younger and older generation of women.Enjoy the episode and don't forget to rate the podcast.Stay connectedYouTube:Growing and Becoming PodcastShare your relationship dilemmas here:thegbpod@gmail.com or
Deciding on who to marry - Ep 23
What do you/ did you look out for when choosing your partner? In this episode, I share my thoughts and experience on the right vs wrong things to look out for in a potential life partner. Enjoy the episode and don't forget to rate the podcast. Stay connectedYouTube: Growing and Becoming PodcastShare your relationship dilemmas here: thegbpod@gmail.com or anonymously here: NGL GB P
Easy ways to set your new year relationship goals- Ep 22
Cheers to the first episode of 2025! 🎉
This episode is all about setting SMART goals around your relationships. 2025 is that year when our relationships take an upward shift, all while forming strong roots downwards. It begins with planning...
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A newly wed's dilemma- Ep 21
A special Christmas episode ft a dilemma of a young wife.
I hope you find encouragement through this episode as you wind up the year 2024.
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They lied about marriage - Ep 20
The marriage that was presented to me is so different to what I'm experiencing + seeing around me!
In this episode, I share what I thought marriage was VS what I've found that it truly is.
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Female friendships; how to make it work - Ep 19
If I had a dollar for every time people made women out to look like they hate one another, Elon would have nothing on me.
This episode reveals some of the biggest hindrances to building longterm female friendships and how to overcome them.
If you're still struggling to build your own community of female friends, or you're just looking for ways to solidify what already exists, then this is the be
Acquaintanceships and a womanising dilemma - Ep 18
What should've been an episode on existential crisis turned out to be one of gratitude for God-given acquaintanceships. Followed by a juicy tale of womanising — a dilemma from one of our listeners.
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Part 2- Setting boundaries in your relationships ft Nkem -Ep 17
In this 2nd part of the episode on boundaries, Onome and Nkem explore boundaries in relationships through the lens of marriage.
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Setting boundaries in your relationships ft Nkem - Ep 17
What's a good relationship without boundaries?
In this episode, Onome and Nkem explore why we all need strong boundaries and the practicalities of establishing boundaries in relationships.
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Don't hate on relationship content - Ep 16
Just a quick chat about people's negative perception to relationship content, platforms and thought leaders.
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Weekly Chitchat; Social life and Emily in Paris - Ep 15
Random life update
I was invited to a fun games night and I loved it! Also got a massage over the weekend and I can't believe I've been sleeping on this. This episode wraps up nicely with a much needed rant about Emily's crazy love life.
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Love and Money; Navigating finances in relationships ft Mr Wealth -Ep 14
Money is a positive enabler in any relationship, but it can also be the start of many issues if not handled correctly. In this episode, the Wealths talk about how money affects our romantic and platonic relationships. Don't forget to rate the podcast. Stay connectedYouTube: Growing and Becoming PodcastShare your sticky situations here: thegbpod@gmail.com or anonymously here: NG
Ep13- Work relationships; navigating cultural differences & building networks ft Simon Yates
Arguably one of the most hilarious episodes on the podcast, Onome and Simon engage in a long yet deeply insightful chat about work relationships.Sharing a few learnings from their individual experiences, they talk about everything from workplace conduct to cultural hindrances and tips for building meaningful relationships. Enjoy and don't forget to rate the podcast :)Stay connectedYouTube: Grow
Ep12 Being single is hard! — Stop saying these things to your single friends ft Sewa
The conversation in Episode 12 is simply raw and undiluted. In this episode (a sequel to Episode 3, Enjoying Singlehood), Sewa and Onome unpack the other side of the experience of being single through the lens of a British-African and Christian young person.
This episode is for every single person out there who simply does not desire to be single. We hope that this episode makes you feel heard/ s
Ep11 She's back! —A soft intro into Season 2, delusional friendships and major podcast update
Welcome to season 2 of the GP Pod! This premiere episode features some juicy podcast and life updates.
The conversation around delusion in relationships is such a timely one as well.
If you're someone who's struggling with accepting the reality of their relationship because you're holding on to a fantasy you've unconsciously created in your mind, this episode is for you.
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Protect yourself while you still can; Clip from S1 Episode 4
Episode 4 was all about sounding the alarm on some toxic relationship traits. Some people have subconsciously idolised the idea of being coupled up, so much that they would rather be in a sub-standard relationship than be alone. However, there are some people who have unfortunately found themselves entangled in a toxic relationship and are fighting to get out. I hope that if you're in either of th
Stop talking anyhow; Clip from S1 Episode 7
One of the greatest relationship skills you can ever have is the ability communicate effectively. Although there are nuances to different communication skills, there are general rules of what sound communication looks like —some of which we talk about in Episode 7.If you liked this clip, listen to the full episode: Stop being rude; war in the comment section & how to be polite in conversations
Ep10 Someone worth dating; Stingy boyfriend vs an intentional man
It's a wrap! Season 1 of the GB Pod has now come to an end.
This season was merely a teaser into the good stuff that this podcast has to offer. Episode 10 wraps the entire season up nicely, with a couple relationships dilemmas (or shall we say STICKY situations). From knowing whether a man is interested in you to learning the markers of a man who's worth dating, this episode is both spicy
Ep9 Friendships in your 20s; Transition seasons, friendship breakups, 'cutting off' culture and making new friends in your 20s
The friends you have may not always transition with you into adulthood and THAT'S NORMAL. Although not every friendship will last forever, it's important to understand what warrants a friendship ending and how best to handle such. You must learn to be sensitive to know when a friendship has come to its natural end, but don't be quick to cut people off over the slightest inconvenience or offence. M
Ep 8 - Life Update: Lessons learned in 2024 so far, Mental health and Relationships update
The first Quarter of 2024 is over, how time flies!
In this episode, Onome gets vulnerable with her experiences from mental health struggles to career and relationship updates. This episode is a wakeup call to anyone who's currently living a fast-paced life. It's time to SLOW DOWN and BREATHE!
Ep 7 -Stop being rude; War in the comment section & How to be polite in conversations
Online bullying, particularly on social media, is one of the biggest bane of our society which seems to be getting worse by the day.In this week's episode, Onome sheds light on what a rude manner of approach to conversations looks like, and how we can handle such situations. This episode gives practical tips on how to be polite when interacting with people, whether online or in person.Watch the vi
Ep 6 -The realities of adult friendships
The reality of living away from your friends means that you have to learn new ways of maintaining the friendship, and equally try to make new friends in your new city/country. In this episode, Onome shares some of her personal struggles with keeping up with friendships whilst navigating an entirely new phase of life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep 5 —Journey to the best friendship ft Melody and Faith
This episode features two fantastic best friends, Faith and Melody, who share some thoughts on what true friendship looks like and how they've managed to stay close friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep 4 -Toxic relationships; run for your life!
This episode, although a few days late, is aimed at stirring up some emotions within specific groups of people. If you're in a relationship that makes you feel sad more times than it has ever made you happy, then this is a wake up call for you to reevaluate your relationship. So all my dating/ engaged girlies and guys, get in line.P.S If you're married, this episode might not cater to your
Ep 3 -Enjoying Singlehood ft Kevwe
As the first guest appearance on the podcast, Kevwe joins Onome on the GB Pod Couch (or maybe the backseat of Mr Wealth's AMG this time), to discuss juicy bits of singlehood. This episode starts with an attempt to explore the not-so-complex meaning of singlehood, and ends with some practical tips for enjoying this often mismanaged phase of life. To know more about Kevwe and to get the link to her
Ep 2 -How did I get here?
In this episode, Onome attempts to paint a picture of how her lived experiences have shaped her into the person she is now— someone with deep interest in relationships. This episode calls you to a place of introspection and soul searching to understand where you are now and where you'd like to be in terms of your attitude towards building relationships. This is a call to make a commitment towa
Ep 1 -Where it all begins
In this premiere episode of the GP Pod, Onome speaks about herself, what this podcast has to offer and why it is worth your time. A journey of growing and becoming —it begins here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
