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In The Mind Of Valerie

In The Mind Of Valerie

By Valerie-Pearl Oyo

Close your eyes, wear your ear plugs too as you're about to dive into the mind of Valerie. I hope you enjoy your stay😁.

Just in case you get lost, follow me on Instagram: @nkese.o
email: ekpenyongpearl@gmail.com
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S03E012: Sharing Your Problems

In The Mind Of ValerieJun 13, 2021

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S05E18: The Parable

S05E18: The Parable

This episode is a reminder of one of the many parables in the Bible. Hopefully you get to enjoy this one
Apr 15, 202406:02
S05E17: Honest People Exist

S05E17: Honest People Exist

This episode is just urging us to to give people the chance to be honest with us. I hope this meets you well.
Apr 01, 202404:56
S05E16: The Grace

S05E16: The Grace

Listen in as Valerie talks about the need of showing compassion/ grace to not just the people around us but to our own selves as well.
Feb 13, 202403:47
S05E15: Worry, Worry, Worry

S05E15: Worry, Worry, Worry

There’s a song you should listen to just after being here, Austin French — Rest For Your Soul. I honestly hope this episode meets you well.
Jan 29, 202407:40
S05E14: Grief (with Elon MacKenzas)

S05E14: Grief (with Elon MacKenzas)

This is yet another episode with Elon MacKenzas on the topic Grief. I hope this episode meets strikes close to home.
Jan 16, 202429:50
S05E13: On Errors

S05E13: On Errors

It’s a new year and since some of us are doing this new year, new me thing or “no gree for anybody” thing, i think it is only wise that you prepare yourselves for the mistakes that are bound to happen on the way. Listen in🥰
Jan 08, 202404:20
S05E12: Life is Not Short (with Elon MacKenzas)

S05E12: Life is Not Short (with Elon MacKenzas)

This episode tries to leave you with a different perspective/ view of the saying “Life is Short”.
Jan 01, 202426:34
S05E11: Reverie?

S05E11: Reverie?

I called it “Reverie” because the episode has to do with me thinking out loud. It’s about ‘Love Languages’, anyway. I hope you enjoy this one.
Jun 05, 202305:07
S05E10: Belittle(d) Problems

S05E10: Belittle(d) Problems

Listen in as Valerie shares her two cents in this week’s episode. Enjoy!
May 08, 202303:09
S05E09: Peace Like a River

S05E09: Peace Like a River

There’s a certain kind of peace I want to experience in my life.
That kind of peace that makes no sense. The very one that keeps you in wonder. That one that feels surreal and bizarre/strange. Listen in.
May 01, 202303:59
S05E08: The Thing About Dependency

S05E08: The Thing About Dependency

There’s something about reliance or dependence.
Say you’re relying on someone for a particular thing to pull through. Say without this person you feel it won’t be possible or this person has or holds the keys to your big break. Listen in as Valerie shares honest thoughts.
Apr 24, 202305:18
S05E07: Parenthood (with Msugh Anom)

S05E07: Parenthood (with Msugh Anom)

Valerie has a beautiful conversation with an amazing personality— Msugh Anom, who is a singer/songwriter, a teacher, husband and father. He shares his two cents on parenting, his music and life in general. The music played in the beginning is from his debut album “More Than Meets The Eye” and the song is called “Praise”. I hope you enjoy the episode as much as we enjoyed recording.
Mar 13, 202326:10
S05E06: Multipotentiality (with Rev. Fr. Ben Onyemechalu, alias FadaBen)

S05E06: Multipotentiality (with Rev. Fr. Ben Onyemechalu, alias FadaBen)

This episode explores ‘Multipotentiality’. I hope you learn something new from this episode. The song playing is from FadaBen’s project “The Introduction” and it’s called “I Forgive You”, you can find it and more on all major streaming platforms.
Feb 27, 202328:32
S05E05: Neesh/Nitche (with Joshua Idehen)

S05E05: Neesh/Nitche (with Joshua Idehen)

This episode promises to be mind blowing as Valerie had a wonderful conversation with UK based performance poet and writer — Joshua Idehen. Some of his songs played in this episode; “Field Negus” and “I Got You Every Step of the Way” can be found on any of your favorite streaming platforms. Do well to also listen to his new project called ‘Best Kind of Lost’. With my heart, I hope you enjoy this episode as we enjoyed making it. Before I forget, Joshua recited a poem too😁
Feb 20, 202328:04
S05E04: The Waiting Period (with Prithvi Prajosh)

S05E04: The Waiting Period (with Prithvi Prajosh)

Valerie had an amazing conversation with singer and songwriter- Prithvi Prajosh, who happens to be Indian but resides in LA. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did recording.
Feb 07, 202326:29
S05E03: See Finish

S05E03: See Finish

This episode debunks the theory of familiarity and availability breeding a drop in value. Valerie’s main focus is in friendships/ relationships. I hope you find this episode interesting and useful.
Jan 30, 202304:02
S05E02: Mathz & Jazz (with Lawrence Udeigwe)

S05E02: Mathz & Jazz (with Lawrence Udeigwe)

Listen in as Valerie converses with Lawrence Udeigwe, who is a Maths Professor and a Jazz Musician in New York. He shared a lot of insightful and exciting stories about his journey and career. You can find him on instagram @lawrenceudeigwe. I hope you enjoy this episode😁
Jan 23, 202337:24
S05E01: Open Says-Me (Sesame)

S05E01: Open Says-Me (Sesame)

Happy New Year, amigo!!! In this episode, Valerie shared thoughts on the importance of deciphering if an advice is good enough for you to take or not. The beautiful background music was composed by the very best and you can find him on IG @emmeoogwuche
Jan 16, 202304:43
S04E20: Inferiority Complex with NONZO (Season Finale)

S04E20: Inferiority Complex with NONZO (Season Finale)

This episode talks about inferior complex, how it affects a person and also how it can be managed. My guest, Nonzo Bassey was very open and guess what? Before leaving my mind, he sang a beautiful song from his coming project. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did making it.
Dec 05, 202232:55
S04E19: Wake up, women!

S04E19: Wake up, women!

This episode episode just share what Valerie has noticed with her womenfolk and it encourages them do be nicer to one another. I hope you enjoy it.
Dec 01, 202205:01
Baiday Small Talk

Baiday Small Talk

It’s my birthday today and this episode just gives you an insight of my mind as usual.
Nov 23, 202207:02
S04E018: Turn The Volume Down

S04E018: Turn The Volume Down

Listen in as Valerie talks about one of the most neglected type of space, the public space, and how to behave in these shared spaces. I hope you enjoy this episode.
Oct 17, 202205:06
S04E17: Force Thangs

S04E17: Force Thangs

This episode just talks about not trying to force things.
Oct 10, 202204:08
S04E16: Consistency

S04E16: Consistency

I’ve realized that in other to feel “consistent” we tend to mount unnecessary pressure on ourselves. The intention of this episode is only to make you see “Consistency” in a different way. Share this episode with your friends and if they use Spotify or Apple Podcasts, ask them to give us a rating.
Oct 03, 202204:45
S04E15: Let People

S04E15: Let People

Listen in as Valerie talks about Letting people react just the way they deem fit. I hope you enjoy this episode. New episode every Mondays, 7pm.
Sep 26, 202203:05
S04E14: Guilt & Regret

S04E14: Guilt & Regret

Guilt and Regret, I believe, are feelings that a lot of people don’t get to fully understand. I hope you enjoy this episode. New episode: Mondays, 7pm.
Sep 19, 202205:14
S04E013: Self-Harm

S04E013: Self-Harm

This episode is a very delicate one for me because it’s something I’m trying to get totally free from. If you or someone you know is going through this advice them to seek help or be that help. New episode every Monday 7pm
Sep 12, 202210:00
S04E12: Hate

S04E12: Hate

How true is this “Hate dwells in a place love once was”? I would want to hear your thoughts too.
Aug 14, 202205:16
S04E11: Nike

S04E11: Nike

YES, I called it “Nike” when I didn’t even talk about “Nike”. I just couldn’t help but borrow the brand’s slogan “Just Do It”. I hope this episode finds you well🙂🙂
Jul 22, 202204:05
S04E10: A Crown to Duck

S04E10: A Crown to Duck

Listen in to know “the crown” to duck😁. The background music was composed for us specially by a very good friend— Jesam Bassey, it’ll be our official music henceforth. I hope you enjoy this episode😊
Jul 09, 202204:35
S04E09: Criticism

S04E09: Criticism

Listen in as Valerie talks about Criticism, it’s types and using it to your advantage.
May 09, 202212:56
S04E08: Food for Thought?

S04E08: Food for Thought?

Listen in as Valerie shares why it's always important to remember the reason you started. Make sure you always look towards the road ahead of you, but also remember why you started in the first place! And finally, do not wait to get ready before you start.
Mar 17, 202210:19
S04E07: Kindness, a Healer man needs (Anniversary Episode)

S04E07: Kindness, a Healer man needs (Anniversary Episode)

The little gestures matter too. I hope you enjoy this episode.
Mar 01, 202212:21
S04E06: A Few Good People/ Valentine Fuss

S04E06: A Few Good People/ Valentine Fuss

Is it just me or you also think this Valentine’s day thing is overrated? You’re free to send in your thoughts too. Enjoy😊
Feb 07, 202209:39
S04E05: Mirrors to Planning

S04E05: Mirrors to Planning

It’s self explanatory, amigo. I hope you enjoy this episode.
Jan 27, 202206:02
#1: EXTROVERTED CONVOs— Manny’s Two Cents

#1: EXTROVERTED CONVOs— Manny’s Two Cents

Listen to Manny Okonko share his thoughts on the question about music.
Jan 16, 202202:40
#1: EXTROVERTED CONVOs (with Nse Kani & Ethan Akpan

#1: EXTROVERTED CONVOs (with Nse Kani & Ethan Akpan

The series — Extroverted Convos intends to connect with a lot of people, get inside their heads/ minds, meet new people, create new bonds too and just have random conversations. This series would be published every Month.
Jan 16, 202215:34
#1: EXTROVERTED CONVOs

#1: EXTROVERTED CONVOs

The series — Extroverted Convos intends to connect with a lot of people, get inside their heads/ minds, meet new people, create new bonds too and just have random conversations. This series would be published once a month. The episode has Aniebietabasi, interviewing random people in Uyo. I hope you enjoy this one😁
Jan 16, 202227:08
S04E03: Intentionality

S04E03: Intentionality

This episode has Valerie talking about the need and ways to be intentional in 2022.
Dec 31, 202109:11
S04E02: Morning Ritual & A Rejection

S04E02: Morning Ritual & A Rejection

Rituals are crucial sometimes to how you start your day, here you'll come across how I start my day. And I also talked about my recent rejection. Enjoy😁
Dec 02, 202108:24
S04E01: Pilot (with Glory Chris & Mannie Okonko)

S04E01: Pilot (with Glory Chris & Mannie Okonko)

Listen in as Valerie talks about what to expect this season, as well as her thoughts on singing competition auditions like The Voice, Project Fame, Nigerian Idol, and others with Glory Chris & Mannie Okonko.
Nov 25, 202108:52
Rodney's Thoughts💭

Rodney's Thoughts💭

Listen to my good friend Rodney, join in on the conversation about sex. I hope you find this enlightening!
Sep 04, 202117:47
Josh's Thoughts💭

Josh's Thoughts💭

As you are aware, the last two episodes have been about "Sex". If you listened to the episodes I mentioned that a listener could also join in on the conversation and it would be published as a bonus. This is the host of "The Anatomy of Josh's Thoughts" podcast, you are free to check his episodes out, they are too amazing. Enjoy!
Sep 04, 202113:02
S03E020: SEX 2 (Season Finale)

S03E020: SEX 2 (Season Finale)

Listen in as friends of Valerie share their views on sex. Kenzy D. , Collins N. & Raymond A. I hope you enjoy this beautiful talk.
Aug 31, 202152:19
S03E019: SEX 1

S03E019: SEX 1

Listen as as Valerie and others talk about sex. A few questions were asked and Imoh, official Belletti & Olive shared their honest views on the subject matter. Follow on IG: @truthsinb.w & @inthemindofvalerie.pod
Aug 25, 202153:05
S03E018: The Three / Four Words

S03E018: The Three / Four Words

Listen in as Valerie talks about those three words. I hope you enjoy the episode.
Aug 07, 202103:03
You are deserving of everything good!

You are deserving of everything good!

Here, I correct a common line that is mostly used by 'lovers' which I'm also guilty of using😂 . Music : Serpentwithfeet— Derrick's Beard
Jul 25, 202101:14
S03E017: Counting your Blessings

S03E017: Counting your Blessings

Listen in as Valerie reads one of her favorite poem "Counting the Beats" and also talks about counting blessings. What are you grateful for?
Jul 25, 202103:54
S03E016: Everything, Everything (with Wisdom Essiet)

S03E016: Everything, Everything (with Wisdom Essiet)

In this episode Wisdom & Valerie discuss everything, from women and politics to matters of the heart, books as well as movies. Enjoy 🙃
Jul 24, 202117:58
S03E014: The Week's Lesson II

S03E014: The Week's Lesson II

Here, i talked about three lessons i learned this week. The music playing is ‘What a Wonderful World’ by Louis Armstrong because truly it is a wonderful world. I hope you enjoy this one. You could also tell me what you learnt this week via voice notes😁
Jul 02, 202107:51