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Books and Being Podcast
Yetunde Onafuye
57 episodes
3 days ago
A cozy space on the internet where Yetunde talks about books and the realities of navigating adulthood. Instagram: @booksandbeingpodcast Email 📧: booksandbeingpodcast@gmail.com Newsletter: booksandbeing.substack.com
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A cozy space on the internet where Yetunde talks about books and the realities of navigating adulthood. Instagram: @booksandbeingpodcast Email 📧: booksandbeingpodcast@gmail.com Newsletter: booksandbeing.substack.com
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Books and Being Podcast
55. It’s good to be back!

After a long hiatus, the podcast is back with a new episode! While this one is short, Yetunde shares what to expect in the upcoming episode.


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8 months ago
6 minutes

Books and Being Podcast
54. Would you rather...

In this episode, Yetunde responds to 'Would You Rather (Philosophical Edition)' questions. This episode is inspired by a similar one done by Emma Chamberlain of Anything Goes Podcast. Enjoy!

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2 years ago
18 minutes 49 seconds

Books and Being Podcast
53. Life, love, and Baldwin.

Books and Being Podcast returns with its 53rd episode. In this one, Yetunde discusses life since the podcast break; shares her current reads; and does a book reading of the The Fire Next Time by James Baldwin.


Books mentioned:

The Havoc of Choice by Wanjiru Koinange

Family Lore by Elizabeth Acevedo

The Fire Next Time by James Baldwin

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2 years ago
20 minutes 28 seconds

Books and Being Podcast
52. Daily routine and favourite things to wear

Hi besties! In this episode, Yetunde talks about her new daily routine and favourite fashion items. Enjoy!

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2 years ago
26 minutes 55 seconds

Books and Being Podcast
51. New year reading list

Hey besties, in this episode I discuss some of the books on my reading this for the first few months of the year. I also talk about some of the book-related tea in the book community. Let's have fun!

Books mentioned in this episode:

  • Ithaca by Claire North
  • Maame by Jessica George
  • Love Radio by Ebony LaDelle
  • Thank You For Listening by Julia Whelan
  • A Spell Of Good Things by Ayobami Adebayo
  • Bloodmarked by Tracy Deonn
  • Babel by R.F. Kuang
  • The First Woman by Jenifer Makumbi
  • Patsy by Nicole Dennis-Benn
  • Kaikeyi by Vaishnavi Patel
  • Before I Let Go by Kennedy Ryan
  • Nervous Conditions by Tsitsi Dangarembga
  • Dazzling by Chikodili Emelumadu


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2 years ago
37 minutes 28 seconds

Books and Being Podcast
50. Sometimes, I am a quitter.

Hi besties! The podcast is back with episode 50. In this episode, I discuss my resolve to quit. I also give a brief introduction of the podcast and myself for the sake of new listeners. Enjoy!

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2 years ago
25 minutes 29 seconds

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49. Book clubs

In this episode, I talk about book clubs: why/when you should join one; my experience in two book clubs; how to get the best out of a book club; questions to ask before joining one; book club rules vs. your reading experience; and signs that you need to leave that book club. All these thoughts are from personal experiences. Enjoy!

Book mentioned in this episode

  • At Night All Blood Is Black by David Diop
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3 years ago
15 minutes 9 seconds

Books and Being Podcast
48. Anything goes #2

In this episode, anything goes! Yetunde talks about the inspiration behind the latest episode, messed up plans, meeting other Nigerian podcast hosts, her latest music inspiration and recommendations, self-discovery musings on how she feels kinda 'obsessive' about her academic writings and the time she had a panic attack, her latest volunteering endeavor, and the need for the best of vibes from now until the end of the year. This episode is chill, vulnerable, and packed. Enjoy, besties!

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3 years ago
23 minutes 37 seconds

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47. Book ratings

Hi besties, in this episode I talk about how I rate the books I read. Listen to find out the meaning of my 1 to 5-star book ratings; the things I'm on the look out for in my favorite genres or kinds of books; as well as the books, dramas and songs I'm loving at the moment. Enjoy!

Books mentioned in this episode:

  • The Songs of Achilles by Madeline Miller 
  • Percy Jackson and the Olympians by Rick Riordan
  • Blood Scion by Deborah Falaye
  • Legendborn by Tracy Deonn
  • Together we Burn by Isabel Ibanez
  • Furia by Yamile Saied Mendez
  • The Poet X by Elizabeth Acevedo
  • With the Fire on High by Elizabeth Acevedo
  • When Breathe Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi
  • Born a Crime by Trevor Noah
  • Pleasantview by Celeste Mohammed
  • Shoko's Smile by Choi Eun Young
  • A Broken People's Playlist by Chimeka Garricks
  • Pachinko by Min Jin Lee
  • Butter Hone Pig Bread by Francesca Ekwuyasi
  • The Seven Husband's of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid
  • Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
  • The Mountains Sing by Nguyen Phan Que Mai


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3 years ago
22 minutes 30 seconds

Books and Being Podcast
46. Social media breaks
Hey besties! In this episode, I talk about one of my bad habits - social media addiction. I also talk about why I spend hours and hours doom-scrolling on social media. I share newly found benefits of taking time off social media. Added segments: Life update and the usual #AskYetunde, where I answer some questions sent in by the listeners. Enjoy! ............. *If you love my content, please share and buy me a digital cup of coffee. Subscribe to Books and Being Newsletter here.
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3 years ago
23 minutes 51 seconds

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45. All the books I read in May

Hey besties! In this episode of the podcast, I talk about the 10 books I read in May. Listen for detailed reviews and discover the highlights and disappointments from my May Reading Wrapup.

Books mentioned:

1. People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry

2. Wicked Beauty (Dark Olympus #3) by Katee Robert

3. By the Book by Jasmine Guillory

4. Together We Burn by Isabel Ibañez

5. Dating Dr. Dil by Nisha Sharma

6. Feather (Angels of Elysium #1) by Olivia Wildenstein

7. Book Lovers by Emily Henry

8. Confessions of an Alleged Good Girl by Joya Goffney

9. Take a Hint, Dani Brown (The Brown Sisters #2) by Talia Hibbert

10. Memphis by Tara M. Stringfellow

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3 years ago
38 minutes 14 seconds

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44. Being a pushover

Are there times you've felt like you willingly and unwillingly gave others control over you? Or are you still struggling with standing up for yourself? Grab  a snack and a cup of tea or coffee, let's talk about what being a pushover feels like; the excuses we make for ourselves and for people; and how to get better. This episode also contains a #AskYetunde segment, where I answer some of your questions. Enjoy!

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3 years ago
17 minutes 16 seconds

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43. My favorite young adult novels (non-fantasy)

Do you love the young adult genre or are you looking to get in some young adult books? Listen to find out some of Yetunde's favorite Young Adult Novels (Non-fantasy). Look out for my YA fantasy recommendation in the coming weeks. I also talk about my current reads and the shows I'm currently watching.

Books mentioned in the episode and timestamp:

1. Poet X by Elizabeth Acevedo (03:24)

2. The Hate You Give by Angie Thomas (05:02)

3. All My Rage by Sabaa Tahir (06:45)

4. My Mechanical Romance by Alexene Farol Follmuth (08:57)

5. With the Fire on High by Elizabeth Acevedo (11:30)

6. Ace of Spades by Faridah Abike-Iyimide (16:46)

7. Clap When You Land by Elizabeth Acevedo (18:21)

8. Other words for home by Yasmine Warga (20:00)

9. On the come up by Angie Thomas (20:50)

10. Furia by Yamile Saied Méndez (22:30)

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3 years ago
26 minutes

Books and Being Podcast
42. The truth about content creation

Do you create and publish any form of content online? Are you looking to start out? Listen to this episode. Here, Yetunde talks about her journey as a content creator - the highs and lows, lessons learnt, and how to get better in a healthy manner. Enjoy!

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3 years ago
18 minutes 48 seconds

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41. Book Review: The Mountains Sing by Nguyen Phan Que Mai, my current reads, and dramas I'm currently watching

Hey besties! In this episode of the podcast, I talk about one of my favorite books of all time - The Mountains Sing by Nguyen Phan Que Mai (Timestamp - 08:00). I also share my current reads - The Atlas Six by Olivie Blake and Blood Scion by Deborah Falaye (Timestamp - 03:00). Finally, I talk about some kdramas I'm currently loving (Timestamp - 14:35). Enjoy!

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3 years ago
18 minutes 10 seconds

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40. Let's get real about making and keeping friends

In this episode I talk about all things friendship. I share how I determine who my friends are, what I look out for in all my friendships, what I typically want in friendships, what’s the point of having friends, and things I've learnt about keeping solid people in my corner. You can also find the #AskYetunde segment on this episode. Enjoy!

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3 years ago
25 minutes 22 seconds

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39. On Taylor Jenkins Reid and my 2022 reading goals

In this episode, I fan-girl over Taylor Jenkins Reid and her writing style after reading three of her most popular books - Daisy Jones and the Six, The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, and Malibu Rising. I reviewed these books and talk about the things I noticed/loved about her writing style. I also talk about reading goals, and my book-related goals for 2022 - which includes to read more books by authors of Asian, African, and Caribbean origin, and so much more! Also tap in to get a sneak peek into my current reads. Enjoy!

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3 years ago
22 minutes 31 seconds

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38. Friendly reminder: It's okay to leave

Hey besties! In this episode of Books and Being Podcast, I talk about how shame, the fear of failure, and the uncertainty of the future scares us from leaving relationships, friendships, people, jobs, and situations that constantly send signals that do not want us and they are not good for our wellbeing. How then do we get through this and get back to our happy/sound/healthy self? Listen to this episode. I also answer questions/dilemmas sent in by the listeners in the regular #AskYetunde and give a positive and impressive life update. Enjoy!  

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3 years ago
20 minutes 54 seconds

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24: One for poor communicators

Hi guys! #WSKPodcastAsk is back! Timestamp: QUESTION 1 - 03:21 ("How do you get yourself to do things you need to do but find hard to actually do?"); Q2 - 06:00  ("How do you tell your problems to your parents without feeling judged by them?"); and Q3 - 27:28 ("Any tip for overcoming overthinking?"). For the topic of discussion, I talk about poor communication, the struggle that comes with knowing that you are being misunderstood, and tips for poor communicators. Timestamp -Topic of discussion - 11:25. Enjoy!

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3 years ago
32 minutes 52 seconds

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37. How to read more books and 2022 reading update.

In this episode of Books and Being Podcast, Yetunde is in her superhero bag (lol). Yetunde shares tips on how to read more books, especially for those who do not know what to read; those who cannot seem to find time to read; and those who do not have extra cash to purchase paperbacks and hardcovers. Yetunde also talks about some of the books she has be reading this year - The Heart Principle by Helen Hoang, Accidentally Engaged by Farah Heron, In the Palace of Flowers by Victoria Princewill, Circe by Madeline Miller, Pleasantview by Celeste Mohammed, Shoko's Smile by Choi Eunyoung, and Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe. Enjoy, besties!

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3 years ago
13 minutes 14 seconds

Books and Being Podcast
A cozy space on the internet where Yetunde talks about books and the realities of navigating adulthood. Instagram: @booksandbeingpodcast Email 📧: booksandbeingpodcast@gmail.com Newsletter: booksandbeing.substack.com