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I Like Girls

52 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratings

I Like Girls - with Aisha Salaudeen - is a show exploring the diverse stories of African women. Each episode offers firsthand insights into how gender shapes women's lives.

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More women in power, please!

March 22, 2024 08:20 - 32 minutes - 45.1 MB

In the final episode of this series, we explore various ways, big or small, to support and encourage women's participation in politics in Nigeria. Through the voices of experts Solape Sonuga and Maryam Mairo Ibrahim, we learn how to create a level playing field for women in political leadership and what the future holds for women in elections.

I can run for office, but I can't run for office

March 15, 2024 04:29 - 33 minutes - 45.7 MB

In 2018, Nigerian lawyer and politician Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan publicly announced her intentions to run for a seat in the Nigerian Senate, representing the people of Kogi Central. What began as a journey to advocate for laws favoring industrialization in the country led to years of political intimidation, gender bias, and violence for her. This episode explores Natasha's turbulent journey to becoming Kogi State's first woman senator. It also sheds light on how Nigeria's constituti...

My name is Sewuese Bem

March 08, 2024 08:36 - 43 minutes - 59.6 MB

In Nigeria, the experience of running for office is vastly different for women compared to their male counterparts. Women often have to contend with prejudice and stereotypes that question their ability to lead. In this episode, we explore the history of women in politics and governance in Nigeria before democracy, as well as the current landscape and barriers for women, through insights from Solape Sonuga, Policy and Strategic Partnerships Manager at ElectHer. Additionally, throu...

March is about women in politics and governance

March 08, 2024 08:22 - 2 minutes - 2.87 MB

I Like Girls returns on March 8 with a limited series focusing on Nigerian women in politics and governance. We feature stories about the experiences of women in politics in Africa's most populous nation, the challenges they face when running for office, and discussions on how to support women seeking roles in the political arena. Sign up for our newsletter here to get behind-the-scenes information you won’t hear on the podcast.

The Medication Didn't Treat Me Well

September 12, 2023 07:09 - 47 minutes - 37.7 MB

When she turned 20, South African youtuber, entrepreneur and student, Zinhle Mnguni, was diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety Disorder. Before her diagnosis, she spent a significant part of her life dealing with symptoms she didn’t understand. In this episode, she talks about what it’s like living with a mental health disorder, and how she is able to work through hard days. Through her story, we learn the importance of mental awareness as well as how to help loved ones who may be str...

Legally Blonde

September 05, 2023 07:36 - 39 minutes - 31.5 MB

Fike Odulaja spent a significant part of her life studying and preparing to be a lawyer. But when she started practicing at the age of 23, she realized that the profession wasn’t for her. She made the difficult decision to quit and start from scratch, crafting a new path for herself. In this episode, she opens up about her new beginnings and what it took for her to reinvent herself in a new field - product management. Through her story, we learn about the power of self-discovery and...

That's My Bestfriend

August 29, 2023 07:34 - 34 minutes - 27.6 MB

Simi and Nma are best friends in a long-distance friendship. Despite not having seen each other in person since 2019, their bond remains as unbreakable as ever. In this episode, they discuss meeting each other in university, growing into becoming best friends and how they navigate being thousands of kilometers apart. Through their inspiring story, we gain insight into the profound significance of female friendships and the powerful role women play in supporting one another. - To g...

That's Not My Name

August 22, 2023 07:42 - 38 minutes - 30.9 MB

Across the globe, many women adopt their husband's surname post-marriage. In Nigeria, there's no legal obligation to do this, but it remains standard practice. However, a growing number of women are challenging this norm and sticking by their birthnames even after marriage. Nigerian artist, entrepreneur and designer, Damilola Marcus is one of them. In this episode, opens up about how her name is an integral part of her identity and shares some thoughts on the tradition of changing n...

Once Upon My Little Blue Dress

August 15, 2023 08:31 - 29 minutes - 23.4 MB

In November 2022, after almost two years of dealing with pockets of targeted harassment on social media, Zippie Githaiga, aka Spicy, chose to log off from her social media accounts. The Kenyan producer and radio presenter had been subjected to cyberbullying by bloggers and social media users due to her choice of wearing a short blue dress during one of her radio interviews. In this episode, Spicy discusses the impact that this experience had on her as well as how she managed to fin...

Let's Talk About This Marriage Thing

August 08, 2023 07:49 - 27 minutes - 22.1 MB

British-Nigerian aesthetician, Maxymilia’s life was significantly shaped by her Nigerian parents' decisions. Throughout her childhood, she found herself obliged to conform to her parent's wishes, leaving little room to express her own desires. In this episode, Maxymilia opens up about how her upbringing profoundly influenced her educational, career, and relationship choices. Particularly, she discusses her initial struggles with the concept of marriage due to the lasting impact of h...

I Am Not Mommy

August 01, 2023 07:08 - 25 minutes - 20.4 MB

In African societies, becoming a mother is considered standard practice, as many women choose to get married and have children. But what happens when you decide not to? In this episode, Nigerian Public Health Specialist, Chizo, openly talks about her decision to be childfree. She talks about witnessing the risks of pregnancy firsthand, which contributed to her choice, as well as realizing that raising children was not aligned with her long-term aspirations. She also discusses how, d...

I Am Mommy

July 25, 2023 08:07 - 36 minutes - 49.8 MB

Becoming a mother is a life-long journey that transforms the course of one's life. It’s a road paved with an abundance of love, sacrifice, and responsibility. In this heartfelt episode, we dig into the story of Motunrayo Oladeji, a Nigerian Communications Manager, who discusses the impact of having a child. Motunrayo candidly narrates her experiences with pregnancy, giving birth, and the ongoing process of discovering the best ways to nurture her little one. - To get behind-the-scen...

Navigating PCOS

July 18, 2023 08:27 - 39 minutes - 55 MB

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a medical condition that impacts the functioning of a woman's ovaries. It is a lifelong condition that comes with symptoms such as irregular periods, ovarian cysts, and an excess of male hormones. In this episode, we dig into the experiences of Courtney Daniella Boateng, a British-Ghanaian entrepreneur and women’s wellness advocate, to shed light on PCOS and its unique manifestations in African women. Courtney candidly shares her personal journ...

You Can't Shame The Shameless

July 11, 2023 08:59 - 29 minutes - 40.2 MB

Nigerian nursing student Temitope Fatima has pursued multiple careers throughout her professional journey. She has held positions as an associate writer, teacher, social media manager, communications advisor, and most recently, a healthcare support worker. In this episode, she shares her experiences of constantly navigating various jobs and explains why it is important for her to explore as many roles as possible until she discovers what truly brings her fulfilment. What are the con...

Diary Of A First-Born Daughter

July 04, 2023 07:32 - 31 minutes - 43.2 MB

What are the consequences of being the first-born daughter in an African home? It often means having more chores and responsibilities, as well as the task of setting a good example for your siblings. In some cases, it also entails taking on the role of an unofficial parent. In this episode, we dig into the experiences of Anita Eboigbe, a Nigerian Media Operations Lead, as she shares her story of being the firstborn daughter in a Nigerian home. - To get behind-the-scenes information...

July 4th is about consequence

June 28, 2023 07:39 - 1 minute - 2.53 MB

Season 3 of I Like Girls is about consequence. It digs into how the choices and decisions women make, whether significant or minor, lead to inevitable outcomes that are unique to our gender. Through the real-life experiences of multiple women across Africa, we showcase how the seemingly arbitrary choices we make as women can have far-reaching and inescapable consequences. We’ll bring you new episodes every Tuesday, starting July 4th. Sign up for our newsletter here to get behind-th...

Making the magic happen

September 27, 2022 07:15 - 21 minutes - 29 MB

In this episode finale hosted primarily by Mo Isu, the I Like Girls team takes you behind the curtain to see how we make magic - produce the podcast. We also share how each of the stories we’ve covered has resonated with us over the past year.  To get inside information about every episode, subscribe to our newsletter here. You will get behind-the-scenes information from Aisha Salaudeen, and find out what the rest of the team is up to. 

Kayan Mata

September 20, 2022 08:41 - 37 minutes - 51.5 MB

Kayan Mata is the general name for natural aphrodisiacs originating from the North of Nigeria. These sex enhancers have existed for centuries and are often used to prep brides for marriage as they step into their sexual awakening. In this episode, we explore this world of tried and tested aphrodisiacs, as well as unpack Northern Nigeria’s market for sex. To get inside information about every episode, subscribe to our newsletter here. You will get behind-the-scenes information from ...

Sister, Sister

September 13, 2022 08:04 - 34 minutes - 46.7 MB

In 2019, Ibifubara and Joanna got to know each other better and eventually grew to become best friends. In this episode about the importance of female friendships, the two women talk about experiencing life together - the good, bad and ugly -  as well as being a strong support system for each other.  To get inside information about every episode, subscribe to our newsletter here. You will get behind-the-scenes information from Aisha Salaudeen, and find out what the rest of the team...

I lived a double life (rerun)

September 06, 2022 06:17 - 20 minutes - 27.8 MB

This episode originally aired in August 2021. - Have you ever felt like a secret agent? Living one life that nobody knows about and another that is in the glare of the public? In this episode, we speak to a Nigerian woman, Bisi, who had to live with having a rich but absent father, and a struggling but present mother. Bisi shares her difficult childhood story and how her double life now manifests in her marriage. To get inside information about every episode, subscribe to our new...

You're not your trauma

August 30, 2022 06:54 - 34 minutes - 47.4 MB

This episode is a profile of Rwandan therapist, activist and motivational speaker, Tabitha Mpamira. Her childhood experiences - being a refugee and discovering psychology - have shaped who she is today. In this episode, she opens up about growing up, and why it is important for her to help young women and girls work through their trauma. To get inside information about every episode, subscribe to our newsletter here. You will get behind-the-scenes information from Aisha Salaudeen, ...

There's nothing I can't do.

August 23, 2022 09:36 - 34 minutes - 47.1 MB

This episode is a profile of the public life of young Nigerian entrepreneur and communications specialist, Damilola Odufuwa. She talks about her love for the media, working in crypto and being a champion for women’s rights.  To get inside information about every episode, subscribe to our newsletter here. You will get behind-the-scenes information from Aisha Salaudeen, and find out what the rest of the team is up to. 

I need more food because I need less food

August 16, 2022 09:14 - 44 minutes - 56.7 MB

What’s it like eating food to lose food? In this episode, Nigerian programs manager, Karina Karunwi, talks about her complicated relationship with food and her life-long journey of healing from a food disorder.  To get inside information about every episode, subscribe to our newsletter here. You will get behind-the-scenes information from Aisha Salaudeen, and find out what the rest of the team is up to. 

This thing called sex

August 09, 2022 08:44 - 31 minutes - 43.8 MB

When Nana Darkoa Sekyiamah turned 30, she co-founded “Adventures from the bedrooms of African women,” an award-winning Ghanaian blog focused on sharing and documenting the experiences of women around sex, intimacy, dating and relationships. Through the blog, Nana is making the sexual pleasure of African women a gender equality priority. In this episode, the writer and feminist speaks about her first interaction with sex and why it’s essential for women and girls to be taught about ...

This has no cure

August 02, 2022 07:16 - 37 minutes - 51.6 MB

What’s it like having extreme mood swings that affect the quality of your life? Growing up, Fareeda Abdulkareem experienced constant mood swings. On some days, she was bubbly and full of ideas; on other days, she felt so low that she could not perform mundane tasks. She would later discover that her feelings and symptoms were a result of a condition known as bipolar disorder. Through Fareeda’s story, we learn some of the ways bipolar disorder can present itself, and how she is navi...

The Money Woman

July 26, 2022 08:04 - 32 minutes - 41.7 MB

Oluwatosin Olaseinde is the founder of Money Africa, a financial literacy platform that arms people with information on how to save, invest and grow their money. Oluwatosin is well put together now in terms of money management, but she wasn’t always like this. In this episode, she talks about experiencing a financial awakening that pushed her to start taking her finances seriously. Through her story, we learn the importance of money management and what it’s like running a business l...

It didn't kill me, but...

July 19, 2022 08:48 - 49 minutes - 62.8 MB

When S.I Ohumu turned 13, she began to experience feelings of loneliness, suicide and anxiety. She would later discover that her symptoms were a result of her mental health; she was diagnosed with depression and anxiety. In this episode about mental health, S.I talks about constantly fighting to stay afloat and the coping mechanisms she employs to do this.  To get inside information about every episode, subscribe to our newsletter here. You will get behind-the-scenes information fr...

The 'craziest' woman in Uganda

July 12, 2022 08:18 - 51 minutes - 70.1 MB

This episode is a profile of Ugandan feminist and human rights activist - Dr. Stella Nyanzi. Stella has been described as ‘crazy’ for her unconventional methods of activism, which often include nudity and poems laced with sexual innuendoes. Through her story, we learn that there’s no one way to fight for the rights of women and girls.  To get inside information about every episode, subscribe to our newsletter here. You will get behind-the-scenes information from Aisha Salaudeen, an...

Ms. Latty's Nine Lives

July 05, 2022 09:49 - 38 minutes - 53.3 MB

Ms. Carmen Latty is a Jamaican educator with over 50 years of experience building and developing schools in multiple countries, including Nigeria. She has worked as a teacher, policy advisor, board member and consultant at multiple schools across the globe. In this episode, she speaks about starting small, overcoming many challenges and finally getting to the top of her career.  To get inside information about every episode, subscribe to our newsletter here. You will get behind-the...

I tried investing, I got scammed

June 28, 2022 09:52 - 20 minutes - 27.2 MB

This is a Piggyvest bonus episode featuring Nigerian law student, Temituope Kekema. In 2021, the law student made some investment choices that led her to lose a significant part of her savings. Through her story, we learn about investments and things to look out for when trying to grow money.  To get inside information about every episode, subscribe to our newsletter here. You will get behind-the-scenes information from Aisha Salaudeen, and find out what the rest of the team is up ...

Everything Hurts

June 21, 2022 08:40 - 41 minutes - 57.5 MB

This episode is a profile of the public life of Kenyan LGBTQ activist Marylize Biubwa. Marylize uses her social media accounts to dispel myths about women and the LGBTQ+ community. Growing up, she experienced abuse and was eventually sent out of home after coming out to her family. Since then, she has been a loud advocate for women like her.   Donate to Marylize’s fundraiser here: https://tinyurl.com/ygxpy6jv. To get inside information about every episode, subscribe to our newslet...

My Extensions Built This Empire

June 14, 2022 08:38 - 28 minutes - 39.5 MB

Ever wondered what it takes to be a business owner catering to Africans across the globe? This episode with Nigerian beauty entrepreneur, Oluremi Martins, explores the ups and downs of running a business. Through Oluremi’s journey, we learn the many ways to grow a business and the things that can hinder its success.  To get inside information about every episode, subscribe to our newsletter here. You will get behind-the-scenes information from Aisha Salaudeen, and find out what the...

Ms. Lecturer

June 07, 2022 07:14 - 28 minutes - 39.2 MB

What’s academia like for women? In this episode, through the story of a Nigerian Ph.D. candidate and university lecturer, Munyale, we learn about the discrimination, bullying and sexual harassment that African women in academia often face. To get inside information about every episode, subscribe to our newsletter here. You will get behind-the-scenes information from Aisha Salaudeen, and find out what the rest of the team is up to. 

"I was only 14."

May 31, 2022 09:46 - 26 minutes - 36.2 MB

When Musu was 14 years old, her family married her off to an older man. As a teenager, she was forced to deal with the consequences of child marriage. Now that she's much older, she shares how she was able to get her life back on track.  To get inside information about every episode, subscribe to our newsletter here. You will get behind-the-scenes information from Aisha Salaudeen, and find out what the rest of the team is up to. 

The Adeno Story

May 24, 2022 08:53 - 30 minutes - 42.3 MB

In this episode, Nigerian actor, Nse Ikpe-Etim talks about being diagnosed with adenomyosis, a medical condition that affects the fertility of women. She discusses her journey to healing, and getting a hysterectomy.  To get inside information about every episode, subscribe to our newsletter here. You will get behind-the-scenes information from Aisha Salaudeen, and find out what the rest of the team is up to. 

I got pregnant, then everything changed

May 17, 2022 03:37 - 50 minutes - 68.6 MB

10 years ago; Samoina Wangui was thrust into motherhood unprepared. She would later find out that her physical, mental and emotional struggles resulted from a medical condition known as postpartum depression (PPD). In this episode, she talks about dealing with PPD and helping others heal. She also talks about starting up a non-profit, postpartum depression Kenya, to help women heal. Reach out to postpartum depression Kenya here: https://www.facebook.com/ppdKE/   To get inside info...

Inside Life: I bend, I don't break

May 10, 2022 09:58 - 36 minutes - 50.5 MB

Seyi Oluyole is a Nigerian teacher, dancer and screenwriter. In this episode, she speaks to host, Aisha Salaudeen about surviving an abusive marriage. She also talks about walking out of the marriage and how she's coping with the aftermath of it.  To get inside information about every episode, subscribe to our newsletter here. You will get behind-the-scenes information on every episode and find out what the rest of the team is up to. 

On May 10th, it's all about hope

May 02, 2022 16:06 - 1 minute - 4.56 MB

Season 2 of I Like Girls is all about hope and survival. Through the experiences of African women who have overcome various challenges in their daily lives, we document stories about finding light at the end of the tunnel. We’ll bring you new episodes every Tuesday, starting May 10th. Sign up for our newsletter here to get behind-the-scenes information you won’t hear on the podcast. 

Mean Girls?

October 12, 2021 10:33 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MB

Have you ever heard of the “angry black woman”? It’s a stereotype that portrays black women as naturally angry, ill-tempered, and sassy. In many cases, the stereotype is used to describe women who are bold and assertive. This episode features two women -- Nelisa and Janice. They tell us about being labeled “angry” and “mean” for being assertive and confident in course of doing their work. We also learn the many tricks both women use to cope with being stereotyped for simply doing th...

This is unfair

October 05, 2021 11:34 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MB

The world is full of many firsts. The first time you walked as a child, the first time you earned money as a college graduate, or if you’re a woman, the first time you clocked that the world is prejudiced towards people like you. This episode explores the stories of two women -- Yasmin Abdel-Magied and Ndiilo Nthengwe. Both women tell us about the first time they experienced discrimination as a result of their gender.

Woman Enough

September 28, 2021 08:09 - 32 minutes - 44.9 MB

For the past few weeks, we’ve focused on the struggles of African women and how life impacts them differently. But what happens when society doesn’t even see you as a woman? In this episode, we speak to a trans-woman, Sabs, who is navigating womanhood in a society that doesn’t like her for being her true, authentic self.

The internet told me so

September 21, 2021 10:06 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MB

In today’s world, women often find that they are expected to look, dress or act a certain way to be accepted by society as beautiful. This episode is about two women -- Aisha and Esinet. Aisha was bullied for her body as a child, and Esinet for her skin color. Both women share their experiences dealing with a society that does not consider them attractive. To get inside information about every episode, subscribe to our newsletter here. 

But...you're religious

September 14, 2021 10:37 - 44 minutes - 61.7 MB

In conservative and/or religious African societies, many people find feminism controversial. Some religious scriptures have verses that ratify gender roles and imply that men and women are not equal. As a result, some people believe that feminism is incompatible with religion. In this episode, we speak to two Nigerian women who are religious and feminist, and we explore how they were able to reconcile these two seemingly opposite ideologies.

I can't rent the apartment I want

September 07, 2021 05:35 - 23 minutes - 32.8 MB

In Nigeria, many property owners refuse to rent out their apartments to single women. In this episode, we explore the bizarre notion that women who are unmarried should not be living alone without male guidance. To get inside information about every episode, subscribe to our newsletter here.

I can't rent the apartment I want

September 07, 2021 05:35 - 23 minutes - 32.8 MB

In Nigeria, many property owners refuse to rent out their apartments to single women. In this episode, we explore the bizarre notion that women who are unmarried should not be living alone without male guidance. To get inside information about every episode, subscribe to our newsletter here. “I Like Girls” is Aisha Salaudeen, Mo Isu, Fu’ad Lawal, Samiat Alamutu, Rahinat Alhassan, Mariam Omoyele, Daniel Akins and Banggz. Our partners are Radio Now 95.3fm, Newswire Nigeria, and Femme Africa.

"I lived a double life"

August 31, 2021 10:32 - 19 minutes - 27 MB

Have you ever felt like a secret agent? Living one life that nobody knows about, and another that is at the glare of the public? In this episode, we speak to a Nigerian woman who had to live with having a rich but absent father, and a struggling but present mother. Bisi shares her difficult childhood story and how her double life now manifests in her marriage. To get inside information about every episode, subscribe to our newsletter here. 

Invisible women.

August 24, 2021 10:36 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MB

Have you ever felt invisible? Pushed to the side like you don’t matter? As a result of gender inequality and patriarchy, many women have felt this way. In this episode, we speak with two women forced to deal with invisibility as a result of racism, misogyny, and Islamophobia. To get inside information about every episode, subscribe to our newsletter here. “I Like Girls” is Aisha Salaudeen, Mo Isu, Fu’ad Lawal, Samiat Alamutu, Rahinat Alhassan, Daniel Akins and Banggz. Our partner...

Invisible women

August 24, 2021 10:36 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MB

Have you ever felt invisible? Pushed to the side like you don’t matter? As a result of gender inequality and patriarchy, many women have felt this way. In this episode, we speak with two women forced to deal with invisibility as a result of racism, misogyny, and Islamophobia. To get inside information about every episode, subscribe to our newsletter here.

This F Word

August 17, 2021 10:34 - 28 minutes - 39.3 MB

What does feminism mean to you? Google says feminism is the advocacy of women’s rights on the grounds of equality of the sexes. But many women define their feminism differently -- based on religion, location, or life experiences. In this episode, we explore the different experiences that shape two women’s feminism. To get inside information about every episode, subscribe to our newsletter here.

OMG! My doctor thinks I'm exaggerating.

August 10, 2021 10:41 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MB

What happens when your doctor thinks you’re exaggerating your symptoms? In this episode, we explore medical gaslighting (a situation where doctors dismiss their patient’s symptoms) and how it impacted the health and livelihood of two Nigerian women. To get inside information about every episode, subscribe to our newsletter here.