Episodes 30
Avg. Duration 1h 7m
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Since Oct 2022
Latest Episode Dec 2025

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Unlearning Strongwoman is a podcast hosted by Tolu Agbelusi, holding space for intergenerational conversation with women from around the world to interogate and process the processes through which we step into ourselves, unravel and reclaim what we mean when we speak of strength and discuss the many things we unlearn to become our best selves.

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S3E9 28. I Can Be Free - Tolu Agbelusi

Dec 31, 2025 1h 11m

This month we abandon regular programming as podcast host Tolu Agbelusi takes the hot seat and is interviewed by Diana Onuma who was our guest in November 2025. Tolu is a poet, playwright, editor,…

S3E8 27. Coming Back to the Centre - Diana Onuma

Nov 30, 2025 1h 11m

In this episode, Tolu Agbelusi engages in a deeply affirming conversation with Diana Onuma, a family mediator, lawyer and life coach. They explore the essence of what it means to be deeply rooted,…

S3E7 26. Decolonising the Self and Adaptability as Strength - Rachel Afi Quinn

Oct 31, 2025 1h 6m

In this episode of Unlearning Strongwoman, host Tolu Agbelusi engages in a profound conversation with Rachel Afi Quinn, an associate professor and writer, about the evolving definition of strong…

S3E6 25. You Can't Outrun Yourself - Joy Francis

Sep 29, 2025 1h 23m

In this rich conversation, Tolu Agbelusi and Joy Francis explore the complexities of vulnerability, emotional intelligence, and the importance of understanding and expressing anger. We discuss the…

S3E5 24. Believe in Your Own Sauce with Siana Bangura

Aug 31, 2025 1h 14m

In this episode, Tolu Agbelusi engages in a profound conversation with Siana Bangura, a poet, playwright, producer, changemaker and creative practitioner. We explore the multifaceted definition of a…

S3E4 23. I Am Not A Rock - MoAfrika wa Mokgathi

Jun 29, 2025 53m

In this episode Tolu Agbelusi speaks with MoAfrika wa Mokgathi, a South African poet, singer, cultural activist, translator, producer and so so much more. She is the authour of poetry collection 'My…

S3E3 22. You Have to Be A Whole Person - Seyi Oluyole

May 31, 2025 1h 6m

In today's episode Tolu Agbelusi speaks with Seyi Oluyole, a filmmaker, chorepgrapher, activist and founder of Dream Cathers Academy. This expansive conversation explores the traps of beauty, the…

S3E2 21. What It Takes To Stay In the Fight - Emily Kwok

Apr 30, 2025 1h 15m

In today's episode, Tolu Agbelusi speaks with Emily Kwok, a world class Brazillian Juijitsu champion, entrepreneur and artist. This is a conversation that explores the importance of the stories we…

S3E1 20. Learning to Rest - Marius Kothor

Mar 30, 2025 1h 20m

In today's episode, Tolu Agbelusi speaks with historian and writer Marius Kothorin a conversation that explores silence, reconstructing strength, choosing when to do hard things and deconstructing…

S2E19 19. Oh To Be At Rest - Tolu Agbelusi et al

Dec 30, 2024 13m

In today's episode I'm contemplating rest by looking back on old interview snippets from days before the podcast when the conversations became medium articles. In addition to my voice, you'll also be…

S2E18 18. Tell Shame No - Michelle Smith

Oct 31, 2024 59m

In today's episode, Tolu Agbelusi speaks with lawyer and lecturer Michelle Smithin a conversation that explores self awareness,vulnerability, submission and shame ina world that will pressure you to…

S2E17 17. Do It Anyway - Babs Gons

Sep 29, 2024 1h 14m

In today's episode, Tolu Agbelusi speaks with writer, poet, spoken word artist, theatre maker, organiser, teacher and Poet Laureate of the Netherlands, Babs Gons in a conversation that explores what…

S2E5 16. Knowing When To Surrender & When to Hold Firm - Jendella Benson

Jul 31, 2024 1h 12m

In today's episode, Tolu Agbelusi speaks with writer and Chief Editor at Black Ballad UK, Jendella Benson . This conversation encompasses reclaiming your story, unpacking womanhood, shame and all…

15. Embracing Incompleteness - Dr JC Niala

Jun 30, 2024 48m

In today's episode, Tolu Agbelusi speaks with poet, playwright, anthropologist, historian and artist Dr JC Niala. She is the Head of Research, Teaching and Collections at Oxford University. In this…

S2E3 14. A Good Name Is Worth More Than Money-Renée Neblett

May 31, 2024 44m Transcript

In today's episode, Tolu Agbelusi speaks with artist, designer, educator and founder of Kokrobitey Institute, Ghana, Renée Neblett, affectionately known as 'Auntie Renée'. This conversation explores…

S2E2 13. Bring Your Voice In - Jasmine Cooray

Apr 29, 2024 1h 22m

In Today's episode, Tolu Agbelusi speaks with poet, educator, psychotherapist and authour of poetry collection Inheritance, Jasmine Cooray. This expansive conversation delves into unlearning silence…

S2E1 12. Being Strong Is About Knowing How To Ask For Help - Edwige-Renée Dro

Mar 31, 2024 1h 18m

In today's episode, Tolu Agbelusi speaks to Edwige Dro - translator and founder of 1949 Library of women's writings from Africa and the Black world.This conversation wanders through the many ways we…

S2 Recap

Mar 02, 2024 7m Trailer

This is the Season 2 teaser - host Tolu Agbelusi has woven a spoken word poem out of some of the memorable conversations of season 1 which she reads here. Mention is made of 2 poetry workshops  which…

S1E11 11. I Wouldn't Change A Thing - Tosin Oshinowo

Aug 31, 2023 54m

In today's episode, Tolu Agbelusi speaks to Architect, Designer and founder of CM Design Atelier, Curator of Sharja Architecture Triennial 2023, Tosin Oshinowo. This conversation unpacks what it…

S1E10 10. Can't Cage the Wind - Mackayla Forde

Jul 31, 2023 1h 9m

In today's episode, Tolu Agbelusi speaks to poet, performer, academic and author of Breathing Water, Mackayla Forde, in a conversation that explores the impact of education, what it means to start…

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