Diaries of an IJGB: Recent Episodes

Tofunmi Ilori

DIJGB chronicles the practicalities of living one's best life as a recent returnee to Nigeria. The podcast aims to explore the quirks of this journey through conversations about reuniting with family and friends, daily joys and frustrations, dating, career, finances and everything in-between.

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Nathaniel shares his "Japa" story in this episode. If you plan to Japa, you will want to hear the advice he shares in the end!

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You have heard about pretty privilege and white privilege, let's talk about Green privilege. On this episode, I explore responsibilities that come with being a Nigerian immigrant. This green passport sha!!

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Ranti and I talk about the best and worst things about being creatives in Nigeria.

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Lets talk about how to be happy.

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The city that never sleeps! George and I discuss moving to Lagos: the ups, downs and all the "craziness" in between.

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The first episode of the second season! This episode explores the reality of disappointment as a staple of adulthood and highlights the encouraging truth - you are not alone.

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On this episode, I bring on two people on opposing sides of the election. Not to argue, but to share the truth, from their POV.

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In this final episode of the season, I answer questions from you! 

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My best friend joins me again as we discuss the pros and cons of being a "Hustlepreneur" - Hustler +Entrepreneur - in Nigeria.

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Living in Nigeria can be exciting but difficult. In this episode, I share some of the difficulties I have faced since I moved back home.

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It's time to show our men some love!! Join my best best friend and me as we share our favourite things about Nigerian men.

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Anxiety

/aŋˈzʌɪəti/ - a feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something with an uncertain outcome.

"Nigeria is a source of anxiety"

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Imagine attending law school in Nigeria! My guests have all the tea and it is quite "disorderly"

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Sometimes we overestimate the dollar!!!!

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My friend, Nike, and I talk about how to stay smart after moving back home. Moving back home means that you have to learn how to work in a new environment, and on this episode, we give you great pointers plus some tea!

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When I am inside, I miss outside and when I am outside, I miss inside! Maryam and I talk about all the things we miss on this episode.

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The first week back home is probably the hardest. The tips from this episode sure would have helped!