TheEmmyTorontoPodcast

"I Was Pumping Milk In The Car Park" — Real Talk On Motherhood

In this Mother's Day special, Oby and Nma join Emmy for one of the most honest conversations about motherhood you'll hear. From navigating the emotional wrestle of returning to work after maternity leave, to being the only woman in a male-dominated tech team pumping milk in a car park — nothing is off limits.They talk about the sacrifices their own mothers made, the reverence that only comes after you've become a mother yourself, the homeschooling journey, gentle parenting, and why "spare the rod" might mean something very different from what we grew up believing.Plus — practical advice for young women who want to become mothers one day, postpartum anxiety, sowing seeds before the harvest, and why God's grace is sufficient even when the sleep isn't.🎙️ Guests:— Oby runs Tutor Doctor in the York Region — after school tutoring, all subjects, all grades, in-home or virtual.— Nma is the founder of The Curated Gift Co — thecuratedgiftco.ca📌 Subscribe & hit the notification bell — it's the lifeblood of the channel!💬 Leave your questions in the comments — our guests will be checking in.Chapters0:00 Introduction1:04 Meet Oby & Nma2:30 Returning to work after maternity leave7:00 Being the only woman in a male-dominated team12:50 The feeling of being left behind14:00 Talking about our own moms19:00 Would you homeschool your kids?23:40 Things your mum did that you swore you'd never do24:00 Spare the rod — the real conversation31:00 Gentle parenting & holding the line34:00 Telling stories about your kids 😂36:00 Advice for young women before becoming a mum46:00 Shameless plugs47:30 Subscribe & goodbye📲 Follow us:Instagram: @theemmytorontopodcastTikTok: @the.emmy.torontoYouTube: @TETPodcast#MothersDay #TheEmmyTorontoPodcast #MomLife #MaternityLeave #NigerianMom #TorontoPodcast #Motherhood #GentleParenting #PostpartumAnxiety #WorkingMom

Christmas Confessions: From Childhood Magic to Holiday Hot Takes

Get cozy with us for a special Christmas episode where we dive deep into all things concerning Christmas! We're sharing our unfiltered opinions and getting nostalgic as we cover the festive season's essential topics:🎄 Holiday Hot Takes: Our honest opinions on Christmas tree, matching pajamas, and the legend of Santa.✨ Childhood Magic: We reminisce about the excitement and warmth of Christmas as a kid and share how we try to recapture that magic today.🕊️ Year-End Release: Looking back on the year, we discuss what mindsets or habits we're ready to leave behind—not as a resolution, but as a release for the new year.Pour yourself some hot cocoa and join our laughter-filled conversation!

From Tourist to Humanitarian: The Not Just Tourists Story.

In this episode, we sit down with the lead of the University of Toronto chapter of Not Just Tourists (NJT), a grassroots non-profit that has found an innovative way to address the global medical supply shortage. Learn how ordinary travelers are transforming their vacations into humanitarian missions by delivering surplus medical supplies—donated by hospitals, clinics, and individuals—to remote clinics in over 80 countries.We discuss the organization's operations from donations to "packing parties" to sort supplies, and the incredible impact these efforts have on communities around the world. Discover how the project prevents usable supplies from ending up in Canadian landfills and gives them a second life where they are desperately needed. If you've ever wanted to make a tangible difference while traveling, this episode is a must-listen.To learn more about their work, visit the Not Just Tourists website - https://njt.net/

International Student Life in Canada: Expectations vs Reality.

Student life in Canada is not what Instagram shows. In this episode, we compare student life in Canada vs Nigeria, unpacking culture shock, cost of living, workload and what it’s really like juggling school as a foreign student. We talk about loneliness, homesickness and the pressure to “make it,” plus practical tips on how to actually make friends in Canada through school events, student associations, church and community.If you’re a Nigerian or international student planning to move to Canada (or you’re already here), this conversation will help you set realistic expectations and build a support system faster.

Breaking Free from Hustle Culture: Travel More and Build a Freelance Business.

In this episode, we explore the realities of hustle culture and how it intersects with the dream of traveling more without breaking the bank. Learn practical strategies to cut travel costs—like living car-free—while doing something meaningful on the road. Our guest, a seasoned digital nomad, shares insights on freelancing and starting a business to maintain income and job security while exploring the world. Whether you’re caught in the hustle or seeking a better balance, get tips to travel smarter, purposefully, and affordably. Don’t miss these insider insights to turn your travel dreams into reality!