Pull Up Your Chair

Lola & Chimmy are former colleagues turned friends who have built a relationship and supported each other through many life milestones. They launched Pull Up Your Chair to share insight into their journey and to build a community where people support and learn from one another. In work, life and everything in between, you are not alone, pull up your chair. #PUYCPodcast. Intro & Outro music by Jay Someday To share your stories or simply just to reach out, please email us - pulluppod@gmail.com. We love hearing from you.

Episode 33A: To share ownership or not, that is the question (with Sam Davies) - part 1

This week, we have Sam pull up his chair and talking to us about a less traditional route of getting on the property ladder - Shared Ownership. Is this a topic you are familiar with? Did you buy via Sharwed Ownership? What was your experience like? Tell us in the comment section!

07-28
49:11

Episode 32: Body Building - More Than Muscles (with Mr Yinka Maj)

On this episode we discuss with an award winning body builder about what it takes to be a body builder. He also busts some myths and spills some tea about the "industry". Enjoy!

06-30
01:36:37

Episode 31: Get to know us!

This week we're back with a slightly different kind of episode. Seen as we've gained quite a few new followers since we started the podcast, we decided to do reintroduce ourseld with a game! Hope you enjoy!

06-09
01:02:30

Episode 29: A Couple in Business (with Wumi & Abs of Snackatizer)

Episode 29: A Couple in Business (with Wumi & Abs of Snackatizer) by Lola & Chimmy

05-18
01:19:58

Episode 28: 'That would be Dr to you'(with Dr Tekeste)

In this week's episode Milena Tekeste PhD pulls up her chair and takes us through the journey of getting a docorate, the highs and lows of academia, the less glamours parts no one speaks of and much more. Hope you enjoy this one!

04-27
01:30:00

Episode 27: Social Media & Privacy

Episode 27: Social Media & Privacy by Lola & Chimmy

04-07
01:27:21

Episode 26: The Emancipation from Nigerian Parents

On this week's episode, Lola and Chimmy dicuss freeing yourself from the 'stronghold' parents have on you, even after you've long left their house and run your own life.

03-23
01:34:13

Episode 25: Back Like We Never Left!

It's only been what? 9 Months? We know you missed us ;)

03-08
53:21

Episode 24: I love God but the Church...?

In the final instalment of Season 2, Lola and Chimmy share their thought, opinions and experiences with the chuch in today's society. It's more raw and transparent than ever...Have a listen and pull up your chair in the comment section - lets talk.

05-22
01:41:52

Episode 23: Monogamy & Infidelity (with Janell & Kyle)

On this episode, Chimmy & Lola discuss monogamy & Infidelity in relationships with Janell & Kyle. Listen & share your thoughts.

04-23
01:24:39

That Looks Like Me (TLLM) featuring Bukola Adisa

On this episode we speak with our all time woman crush, Bukola Adisa - Founder of Career Masterclass. If you listen to the podcast you are well aware that she is one of our all time favourites. Get ready to be woken up to go for your dreams as Bukola shares her inspiring story! Listen & Share.

04-20
29:44

Episode 22: What in the Pop Culture...?

On this week's episode, Chimmy and Lola decide to go a different direction and discuss some recent events in pop culture. Join them as they speak their minds and catch some banter!

04-07
01:32:49

Episode 21: The Intersection of Grief & Faith with Onai

On this episode, Lola & Chimmy are joined by Onai, a healthcare professional and together they discuss working on the frontline during a pandemic. They also discuss grief, the way it intersects with faith and manifests differently for individuals. Listen & share your comments.

03-26
01:37:42

Episode 20 - Happy International Women's Day?

Join Chimmy and Lola as they unpack what International Women's Day means to them and how they feel about the way it is celebrated.

03-10
01:15:05

Episode 19: Is Higher Education for Everybody?

In this episode, Lola & Chimmy discuss higher education and cultural expectations surrounding the attainment of a degree. Do you think higher education is for everybody? What would your reaction be if your kids don't want to go to university?

02-24
01:09:52

That Looks Like Me (TLLM) featuring Melanie Eusebe

That Looks Like Me (TLLM)is a series of interviews with black individuals in the UK who are excelling in their spheres. In second instalment of this series, we bring to you Melanie Eusebe, co-founder of the Black British Business Awards (BBBA) Listen and be inspired.

02-19
15:00

Episode 18: Meritocracy - façade or nah?

On this week's episode, Chimmy and Lola unpack the topic of meritocracy. Does it really exist? Is it a theory only? We also take a little detour and discuss sending children abroad back home to gain an education. Hit play and join the conversation; let us know what you think.

02-10
01:02:32

Episode 17: Blood is Thicker than Water....or is it?

In this episode, Lola & Chimmy discuss sisterhood, friendship and all the emotions that come with doing life with people....including the not so great ones. Have a listen and share!

01-27
01:09:07

That Looks Like Me (TLLM) featuring Emeka Frederick

That Looks Like Me (TLLM)is a series of interviews with individuals who are excelling in their spheres. In the first episode, we interview Emeka Frederick, Co-Founder of the first and only Nigerian Tapas restaurant in London - Chuku's. Listen and be inspired.

01-07
14:51

Episode 16: Sorry, My Bed Needs Me (with Kate, Founder of Rest Space)

On this weeks episode, Chimmy and Lola are joined by Kate Mulligan, the founder of Rest Spce to discuss the importance of sleep, naps and all round rest. You'll be suprised to find out the impact just two hours less sleep/night can have on your body and long tearm health...

12-16
01:02:10

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