Sweet and Sour: Recent Episodes
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The best description of life to me is "Sweet and Sour". The aim of this podcast is to discuss on the problem we experience as teens and youths, educate ourselves on possible solutions to these problems, motivate and advice you on how to keep going through life from personal experiences and others true life experiences, and basically chit chat about things we are scared of, shy of, and afraid to speak about. If you have a story that can help others to grow and learn, send us a mail ahuoyizanana@gmail.com
Hi hi sweetie,Everything that has a beginning definitely has an end and for this year, we have come to the end of this series and I am having a lot of mixed emotions. Something huugeeed is coming It is definitely going to be mind-blowing you'd just have to wait and see.Join the SandS family today and become part of a beautiful self growth and personal development community.https://chat.whatsapp.com/Lj5hzHGCm4xAQYeARA1BnaInstagram: @sweetandsourpod
Our August twitter space is coming up soon so stay glued to our Instagram page @sweetandsourpod.We now have an online community of young individuals who are interested in building themselves and their brand.if this is something you are interested in, join ushttps://chat.whatsapp.com/Lj5hzHGCm4xAQYeARA1BnaFor more info and enquiries and partnerships send a message to info@sweetandsourpod
There are small businesses and there are "small businesses"🙌🙌🙌🙌⚡⚡⚡MelangebyStella is one of the "Biggest"small business I have come across.On this episode we delve into product photography, Sourcing for reliable suppliers, getting customers who keep coming back and moreeeI PROMISE in less than 17minutes you are done and you would have received value.Wait no more and get to it🎧🎧🔔Set your reminder for our upcoming twitter space: https://x.com/i/spaces/1vAGROaElQzJl💬Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sweetandsourpod?igsh=MWR5cG9qMGdjeWw0bw%3D%3D&utm_source=qr
Listening NotesIntroGuest introBusiness backstoryBusiness and schoolBubble Burst 1If not the Hair way, what nextBubble Burst 2Who is your source of inspirationOutroLink to the Familyhttps://chat.whatsapp.com/Lj5hzHGCm4xAQYeARA1BnaInstagram page: @sweetandsourpod
Our second guest in the rerun of this series ventures into the bag making industry.Listen, learn and enjoyy
On this episode I sat down with an entrepreneur to discuss how to build a team if you are starting out as an entrepreneur.
This story is so personal, and I hope it helps you if you are currently struggling.Your sister in Islam🧡
Being productive in Ramadan is really important because you want to be able to get as much rewards as possible for your akhira.Join me today as I talk on things I'm doing to stay productive this Ramadan.#2024Ramadan#Ramadamubarak
IntroActivity 1: volunteeringActivity 2: Online coursesActivity 3: learning a skillActivity 4: Learning a new languageActivity 5: Bucket listingActivity 6: Creating a vision boardActivity 7: GardeningFollow on IG @sweetandsourpod for more productivity related contents
If you are looking to read more books on money and how to manage personal finances in 2024, then this book is for you.I have summarized the basics of this hundred paged book in less than 12minutes.Enjoy^_________^(◍•ᴗ•◍)❤Instagram: @sweetandsourpod
In this episode, you would learn infinitesimal habits that you can add to your routine for a really productive day.
The 80/20 is a book that explains what Pareto discover in the 1800's and how we can apply that rule to achieve maximum productivity
I am a believer of starting early.That's is why in this episode I share 5 major things that if you don't take care of, you might reduce your productivity from the first Month of the year and we don't want that.We are now available on YouTube https://youtube.com/@sweetandsourwithhiqmat?si=bsMlRPstAbACX59uFollow our Instagram page to up your productivity game.Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/reel/C2CyO8noW-M/?igsh=djZwOWl0d2twcDFnDrop a review on Spotify and apple podcast if this episode was helpful🧡🧡
Everyone talks about their experience of people scamming them but I have always had nothing to say. Today I just had to share my story on the scam thing. Enjoy 🥂Instagram @sweetandsourpod
Today, I am with the author of crying clouds, Uchendu Chidibere, and we discuss his new book, tips for upcoming writers and give away prices for every SandS listener.Please fill this form so it can help me serve you betterhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdVvxiu6FssHJY406theEbJvEAe8lxrMz6CGByidApuUo62mg/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0&usp=mail_form_linkTo connect with the author, cryingcloudsthebook@gmail.comInstagram page @sweetandsourpod
A sequel to how to stop failing exams.Please fill this form so it can help me serve you betterhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdVvxiu6FssHJY406theEbJvEAe8lxrMz6CGByidApuUo62mg/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0&usp=mail_form_linkInstagram page @sweetandsourpod
Why do we have to write exams in the first place? It can give you anxiety and cause a lot of stress. It doesn't have to be so bad if you follow these simple steps because believe it or not, examinations can't go into extinction. Please do well to fill this form so that I can get to connect with you https://forms.gle/mYUJmKFK9twTpPYGA
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In this episode, I had the privilege to talk to the current President of UAMSA. Instagram account @sweetandsourpod
In a Nigerian medical school, repeating is real! But it is not always the end, in the end, they survive. Instagram @sweetandsourpod
What does it take to be a medical student? Do you think you can do medicine? Why are doctors proud? Find out from this series.Instagram @sweetandsourpod
Finally we have come to the end of this series. Phew So much planning went into this and it came out beautiful. But it won't be worth it if you weren't here to listen. I love you sweetie ❤️ Thank you QCOG's.
3/4 of DEAR SS3 GIRL series. Enjoy. Don't forget to follow up on Instagram @sweetandsourpod
Hi queens! Welcome to the second episode of the dear Ss3 girl series. On today's episode, there are no opportunities announcement. Please follow on Instagram @sweetandsourpod
Welcome to the first episode of the series DEAR SS3 GIRL. This series had four episode and each would be released every three days in celebration of Queen's College Lagos upcoming 95th founder's day. Follow up on Instagram @sweetandsourpod.
Do you struggle to hold meaningfully conversations with your friends? Ones that makes you feel good, lifted? Ones that helps you learn a thing or two? This episode provides 5 tips to communicating better, online. IG @sweetandsourpod or use this link https://instagram.com/sweetandsourpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= NNPC/SEPLAT https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=c0B82A64dUWFtMq2B9DRby5gaRXOXQtLiTeGmdDdpm9UMVNaWEQwOTkxTUszMk4xUE1ESUZKNlJZRC4u ECO BANK https://www.ecobankfintechchallenge.com/
Ahmad Adedimeji is a creative writer as well as a final year student of English in the University of Ilorin. I stumbled on one of his pieces and I was so drawn to it that I had to reach out to him to feature on this episode. Connect with Ahmad on Instagram @ahmad_adedimeji or check out his substack. For more positive related contents, follow our IG page @sweetandsourpod
In this episode, an avid listener walks us down his path of all the struggles he experienced in his early 20's and struggles he is still experiencing in his late 20's. Follow up on IG @sweetandsourpod for more positive related content
Mental health is as important as physical health. There are 3 major signs that you need help with your mental health in this episode. Instagram @sweetandsourpod
Friendship is a beautiful thing but sometimes we need to tell done friends, "it is over". Find out how to do that in this episode. Instagram handle @sweetandsourpod
It is okay to have insecurities. There are insecurities that keep you up at night but what if you can't change anything about your insecurity, what do you do then? Find out from the stories of others. You can share your insecurity ANONYMOUSLY with me as well as as how you have been able to cope https://gdpd.xyz/sandspod
What secret is there in respecting my parents you may ask, but my dear, there are a lot. I listed a few in this episode. I actually published this episode from a place of pain because how young adults treat their parents these days is totally bad.
Have you ever wondered why some people stay atop of everything? I used to wonder too in the past until I learnt some techniques and strategies that productive people use and avoid. I can teach you too! All you have to do is listen to this episode. The 5Am club by Robin Sharma, TMWSHF by Robin Sharma, Jumpstart your productivity by Shawn Doyle CSP,How to get anything done by Richard Templar. Instagram handle @sweetandsourpod
"No" is just a word right? Then how come it is so difficult for us to say? As we mature into adults, it becomes way more difficult to do so. Check out this book "jumpstart your productivity" by Shawn Doyle CSP, a professional speaker and executive coach for more productivity tips. Also, check out Robin Waite's blog on how to up your productivity game. Instagram handle @sweetandsourpod
Let's find out what makes us prioritize one thing over another, shall we? Here is the link to the list I used https://thehappinessplanner.com/pages/list-of-core-values IG @sweetandsourpod
Get people you love emotional by booking them a free call from now till 20th of June 2022. This is to give back to you in celebration of our upcoming podversery. IG @sweetandsourpod.
The title sounds funny I know, but if you take a listen, you'll soon discover that it isn't, it is infact befitting for the episode. Ps; Hold your table tightly,it is about to shake. We are on IG @sweetandsourpod.
Happy children's day to the under eighteens that listen. Love you so much. Ig @sweetandsourpod
Do you have multiple skills that are in no way connected and you are trying to find out which to leverage on? A sweet asked a question concerning this topic and here is my opinion. IG @sweetandsourpod
The 5am club is a book written by Robin Sharma. Someone recommend this book to me, and oh my! A lot of good stuffs about how to be productive and create a world class life. @sweetandsourpod on Instagram
Eid Mubarak... May Allah Azwajjal accept our fasting as an act of Ibadah. Aameen. Remember to be in your best behavior even after Ramadan.
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As salamu'alykum warahmatuLlahi wabarakaatuh beloved sweetie,Ramadan Mubarak. I hope you find the sweet sahur episodes useful. May ALlah Ta'ala ease our affairs. To access the book, follow me @sweetandsourpod on IG and send a dm.
We have finally come to the end of the student and entrepreneur series 🎉🎉🎉. Thank you to all the guests, listeners and the entire sweet and sour fam. Follow us for more updates @sweetandsourpod.
Still on this series sweeties. I enjoyed recording this episode because, it was such an insightful one. Enjoy!
Hey sweetie, I started a new series and I hope you'll love it. The student and entrepreneur series is aimed at celebrating hardworking students who are also entrepreneurs. We get to see these people's successes, not their struggles, pains or tears.You get to hear 12 amazing students unravel their own stories on how they have been able to juggle school and business.
Hey sweetie, I started this series so we can get to celebrate and learn from ourselves. We see so many of our course mates succeeding in their side hustle, but we don't get to see their struggles. We are unraveling the stories of 12 Nigerian students. Tobi is a 400lv student of electrical engineering in the prestigious unilag, he is tech enthusiast, a front end web developer and an aspiring political figure.
Hey sweets, I hope you week end hasn't ended, make sure you listen to relax those nerves
Sometimes we often see signs that are weird on, before or after our periods and most of us find it not necessary to visit the hospital. That is why I have brought someone from the hospital to answer the questions you asked. Dr Nick is a surgery resident at the university of Ibadan teaching hospital and also a Podcaster. How cool! You can check out his show @littlebitsofstuffwithnick for all health related contents. We are @sweetandsourpod on IG.
Hey sweet potato! Are you writing jamb this year? Then you don't want to miss this episode because I told all the secrets to my high jamb score
You know those kind of dreams where you wake up and start crying or the ones that you get pissed of because someone woke you up and you were about to explore this new city, new food etc... Welll do you take your dreams seriously?
I get asked a lot "Hiqmat how do you do it?" Being a student is a lot in itself and having a side hustle? Phew! I did a bit of justice on this episode on how to balance things out.
Amaka is pharmacy student at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital, she is also a Forbes writer, who has good character and values, despite studying a not do easy course, she is able to do well with her side hustle "Consumer Health Writing" which bagged her a car at age 20! Wanna know more about this brilliant young adult? Listen to this episode.
Like it or not, there is always some form of pressure either from the society or family. Three university ladies sits down with me to discuss this, as it's more of a pressure on women.
What have we done for the day our body is laid onto a bed of dirt, mud and clay? In a hole that is cold, dark and grey. Six feet only to be locked away.
On today's episode, I have a very important guest who is big on beauty. Follow her on IG @adetutugomez and also leave us a comment on the podroom podcast app.
Not your regular episode on beauty!!!!!! Are you a winner Marketer Or Spectator in this sweet and sour world of ours?
In the world of beauty, like so many others, there are often misconceptions that we need to take time clear out. Have you ever heard today of using toothpaste (Colgate) to clear acne😂😂 I did that so many times and it worked but the question is, is it good for my skin?
A 12 Year old listens to this show and you don't! Your bad! Well I don't blame you either at the age of 12 I wasn't listening to podcasts either, probably playing "POLICE and THIEF''😂😂
Love is a beautiful feeling, when you find the right person. My guest, Benjamin says "i love Love" i mean we should all do. We talk about being in a relationship on this episode and all other good stuff.
Being raunchy ain't classy. Here is a second part to being a classy lady as promised, so enjoy!!
It is a very bitter truth that we find hard to accept, no matter how much you try, you cannot change anyone but yourself.
Many at times we mistake being confident for being arrogant and vice versa. I shared 5 difference between the two. There is also a special announcement at the end, so listen till the end 😉 contact DOSKI PLUG via http://Wa.me/2347089002973
This episode is just me, myself and i talking about children. Although they can be charming, lets not hide their annoying side😂
This episode is a little bit different, but it is worth listening to. Have you ever had constipation before? Then get ready to laugh at my story😂😂😂
Queen Raffy is the host of "Queen Raffy's space podcast" an interesting but educative podcast, she also host a Ramadan show on radio. She basically helps to uncover how we can increase our good deeds with the most little acts and how we should keep up the good behavior after Ramadan is over.
You are about to learn one of the biggest lessons you'll ever learn about Ponzi schemes and investment as a young adult from a Financial advisor.
Everytime you get an opportunity to cheat during a test, an exam, do you happily CHEAT? We know it is not okay but we are beginning to normalize the culture. Are we then better than the so called "BAD" leaders? This episode is dedicated to a dear friend of mine.
Have you been wanting to be that lady with class? A Boss Lady? A lady who is highly reputable? This episode is going to help you become that with just 5 steps.
This episode helps you understand how the law of attraction works and how you can attract anything you want
You just deserve to be successful and this episode is here to help you with a little push to get to that point.
Do you like tattoos and dreads, but the society is stopping you from getting them? Are you ready to Laugh your ass out? Listen to this episode
You must have heard the popular saying "school na scam"? Haven't you? Yes you have. Three Nigerian university students shared their views on this saying. Is school a scam to you?
Laugh out your sorrow and pain by listening to this episode. If you are a child, don't play too rough beware!!!
I had the opportunity to interview @thenewzlady, the beautiful voice i always listen to on Rainbow Fm 94.1(Nigerians tune in) and it was an amazing!! Check it out, youll see.
Temperaments are traits that organze how we react to the world around us. It is necessary for you to know yours as it can help you to discover your strengths and weaknesses
One of the reasons why most relationships fail is because we speak a different language to the one our partner's understand. Listen to this episode to find out your love language.
The valentine is coming episode. Don't forget to share your story with us. Send us a mail ahuoyizanana@gmail.com
Society just has something to say whether you are doing the right thing or not. Most teenagers who got pregnant at that age, were just victims of circumstance.
Sharing people's childhood experience with you. Send your own story to my email : ahuoyizanana@gmail.com
Happy new month lovely sweets, I bring to you my first guest in 2021, LUCY, a content creator, student and a lot more. We had a chit chat about how girls our generation depend on guys for most things. The big question for you on this episode is "How long can you date for?" Comment on our ig page @sweetandsourpod and join us on Facebook @sweet and sour podcast.
This episode is not a movie, so don't think it is. This episode explains why we need to take actions and also states the most common factor in all of us that hinders us from taking action. Check out Mariam's youtube channel https://youtu.be/FyXGR1FaoTU
There has always been a myth surrounding gossiping, making it seem bad meanwhile we are all guilty of gossiping and it is a human nature. I explained in detail why I think it is not bad in this 6minutes episode.
We all have people who inspire us to become better, in this episode I shared a list of people who inspire me to be a better speaker, podcaster, makeup artist, and human in general
I shared a very interesting fact on this episode (tested) and also my plight on how I lost all my phone's media. Connect with Ricardo via IG @tidalwavstudios
This episode talks on things we already know on drug abuse and addiction but also explains why it is hard to stop an addiction.
Information is essential and social media platforms has made it easy to access. Despite the pros of all these platforms, the cons can be very harmful especially to our mental health. This episode explain different harmful effects of social media.
This year has been... Words are not enough to make a description, but despite that,we have all picked a lesson from it. I put out a post asking what people learnt, so I just read of their comments in this episode.
Forgiveness though an eleven letter word means a four letter word "LOVE". This episode helps us understand why people find it hard to forgive, the effect of holding a grudge and not letting go and finally how to forgive a person. Here's the link to jamit: https://jamit.fm/podcast/sweet-and-sour IG @sweetandsourpod. FB : sweet&sourpodcast. Email ahuoyizanana@gmail.com
Learn how and why you should connect with a higher power. Most of us are either out of alignment or were not even aligned from the start, and it is important to realize the importance of connectivity at this stage.
Anger is a normal emotion, but it becomes a problem when we fail to control the emotion as it rises. This episode gives details on how to manage your anger and the effects of not doing so.
Have you ever wondered what you were doing at the age of 16, and how 16year old of these days manage to have achieved a lot? Have you ever thought of those years you have wasted and wished you could reverse the hands of the clock? This is the episode you need to listen to. IG @sweetandsourpod FB @sweetandsourpodcast Email ahuoyizanana@gmail.com
Let's face it we all work so hard most times and give ourselves little breaks. This funny but educative episode will give you an insight on the importance of breaks
I believe most people try to figure out their sexuality during their teen age or young adults age, either ways, irrespective of what your sexuality is, I feel we all deserve respect. Just because a person is a lesbian or Gay doesn't mean they are the worst people, they have just made a decision that you did not buy. Join our Facebook group @sweetandsourpodcast to become a part of the sweet and sour family Follow our Instagram page @sweetandsourpod and leave a comment. Send us a mail if you have any issue we can help you with via ahuoyizanana@gmail.com
So many parents puts pressure on their children on the importance of education forgetting that In the century we are education is not enough to make you succeed. Mariam Ahmed shares more light on this, she also give few advices to young girls out there.
Deep within us we all have a piece of light buried within and until we are ready to shine that light, only then would others begin to see it.
Phewww, This episode just sums up everything that went down in 2020 and is still going down especially in my country Nigeria. I pre-recorded this episode, but I am just publishing it due to some personal reasons. To connect with us on IG, @sweetandsourpod, on Facebook, @sweetandsourpodcast, our guest, Mariam,@official_mayy. I hope that when generations after us in Nigeria listen to this, they will know that our generation fought, and fought hard, blood was shed, lives were lost and against all odds we never gave up. Let it be known that on the 20/10/2020, our motherland (Nigeria) betrayed innocent protest fighting for justice.
It is not easy growing up as a girl. We go through so many violence, abuse, inequality and so much more. Today has been set aside to create awareness and to celebrate every girl child from all over the world. I celebrate with all my female listeners today by giving a word of motivation to every young girl out there.
We have all heard different sayings such as; life is a journey, life is a lesson etc. In this episode three young adults give their points of view on life, advice to younger ones and more. A lot of arguments and a lot of laughter you would enjoy
Social media caused so much harm to young people despite its numerous advantage. A young girl shared her story with us on how it brought about her downfall. Do you have a story( not fabricated) that you would like to share? A problem that you need opinions of others to find a solution? Send us a mail at ahuoyizanana@gmail.com or a DM on Instagram @sweetandsourpod ,a message on Facebook @sweetandsourpodcast.
We now live in world where watching pornography has become a norm, and slowly we are turning this norm into a habit. This episode will guide you through the effects of pornography and masturbation, also give you tips that can help you stop this habit.
A more person decided to shed more light on the episode where I and a friend of mine spoke of our fears. Are you a young adult or teenager? Are you scared of marriage or relationships? If you are, you should really listen to this episode.
Life is so many things to do many people but the one thing we can all agree to is that it is SHORT. On the other hands, death is something we are all scared to talk about but deep down we know it is inevitable.
Sexual abuse is a topic most people shy away from talking about and until we start throwing more light on this topic, things won't change. standtoendrape@gmail.com
In the "sweet and sour" aka (LIFE) we live today, many teenagers, young adults and even older adults have fears. And our Fears differ. My fist guest aired in this podcast and we talked about our fears. Mine is "marriage" 😂😂. IG @sweetandsourpod
In the world we are today, we place value on so many material things and two things we give no value to, but are valuable are our health and time. This short episode is to help youths and teens see the importance of 'TIME' and "GOOD HEALTH"
"Show me your friends,and I will tell you who you are". We have all heard this. One thing I want us to understand is not all friends are supposed to stay forever, different types of friends and a lot more. IG @sweetandsourpod
To all my female listeners, this episode is for you. It is a chit chat where I just point out few things many of do and we shouldn't do.
Did you know that 85% of people suffer from low self esteem? Are you among this 85%? Well there are so many signs to know if you have a low self esteem. Do you feel unfulfilled,unloved or even frustrated? Are you a pessimist?
This episode is to help you stay at peace with you inner self and to help you find inner happiness.
This episode helps you to discover you passion, if you think you don't have one which in turn Unveil that unique purpose you have been designed for.
I know that if you look good, you feel good and if you feel good, then you can do amazingly well😉