My guests in this episode are Mr & Mrs Paul Olaleye. The short story is that I met them at a 3 year launch of Puff Puff Ministry which is a fantastic business run by their daughters. I performed at one of their events and from there we scheduled a time to meet and have this conversation. Since then I can't tell you how instrumental Uncle Paul has been to the life of this podcast. How supportive and encouraging he has been. On this we speak about their marriage, about raising 5 girls, about migration, about business, music, and everything inbetween. The entire conversation was so long that its going to have to be split into 2 episodes. That’s how good it was.

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00:00:00 - Introduction00:05:00 - Early Memories and Occupations- Mr. Paul's father's influential career at the British and French Bank in Nigeria is discussed.- The impact of parents' stories on Mr. Paul's upbringing, education, and life choices is highlighted.

00:10:00 - Upbringing and Family Dynamics- Insights into Mr & Mrs Olaleye's childhood, family dynamics, and early experiences are shared.- Their relationship with his mother and societal pressures are discussed.

00:15:00 - Cultural Differences in Nigeria- The conversation delves into cultural disparities between Northern and Southern Nigeria, particularly regarding women and marriage preferences.- The challenges faced in the education system during the late '70s are outlined.

00:20:00 - Childhood Incidents and Lessons- Anecdotes are shared, including a childhood incident of wanting to attend a specific school.- The importance of seizing opportunities and having faith in the unknown is discussed.

00:25:00 - The "Corridor Effect" and Parental Reflections- The concept of the "corridor effect" is explained, emphasising the unpredictable consequences of actions.- Reflections on raising daughters and recognising each child's unique gifts are shared.

00:30:00 - Raising Children and Gender Neutrality- Thoughts on raising children, gender-neutral parenting, and marriage advice are explored.- The emphasis on character development, decision-making skills, and respecting children's choices is highlighted.

00:35:00 - Importance of Character Building- The speaker underscores the significance of building strong character and decision-making abilities in children.- The role of conversations with children in their growth and the challenges they face are discussed.

00:40:00 - Parental Influence and Career Aspirations- A conversation with the their daughter about career aspirations.- Reflections on remembering the positive aspects of parents' lives and their influence.

00:45:00 - Evolving Cultural Beliefs- The changing attitudes towards gender roles and cultural beliefs are discussed.- The impact of modern life, economics, and the internet on parenting is explored.

00:50:00 - Generosity and Nurturing Talents- Reflections on his father's upbringing and its influence on his generous nature.- Balancing conflicts in relationships and recognising each child's unique gifts are emphasised.

00:55:00 - Consequences of Confrontation- Reflections on the consequences of confrontation and the importance of avoiding unchecked emotions.

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