{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/68f03d18c0456d557e9af496/69037f88a749a247c23b581c?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Why I Started For the Rest of Us and What It’s Really About","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/68f03d18c0456d557e9af496/1761839132513-ac8bef54-ffa4-4b38-ab06-1630b3cab358.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p><strong>Episode 1: Why I Started For the Rest of Us and What It’s Really About</strong></p><p>In the very first episode, Tolu introduces her new show, \"For the Rest of Us,\" a podcast for everyday people trying to figure life out. Tolu shares the personal and professional journey that led her back to podcasting, what you can expect from the show, and the meaning behind its name.</p><p>This episode is about new beginnings, finding community, and creating a space to talk about all areas of life that often go unsaid. For questions and opinion (anonymous), click <a href=\"https://forms.gle/MiYMNQqchGujV8M37\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>here</strong></a></p><p><strong>Show Notes &amp; Timestamps</strong></p><ul><li><strong>[00:10] Welcome to the First Episode</strong></li><li>Introducing the \"For the Rest of Us\" podcast, a space for \"everyday people trying to figure it out.\"</li><li><strong>[00:44] Meet Your Host, Tolu</strong></li><li>Tolu shares her background: She is a Nigerian (born in Ibadan) who grew up in Canada.</li><li>She is a content creator, a therapist, and runs her own group practice.</li><li><strong>[02:00] How This Podcast Will Work (And a Disclaimer!)</strong></li><li>Tolu introduces a form (in the show notes) for listeners to anonymously submit questions about life, lifestyle, and mental health.</li><li><strong>[02:30] Disclaimer:</strong> Tolu clarifies that the podcast is not medical advice, and listeners should do their own research.</li><li><strong>[03:36] The Origin Story: This Isn't Her First Podcast</strong></li><li>Tolu shares the story of her first podcast, \"The Connected Coffee Chats Podcast,\" which she started in 2019 after being laid off at her former workplace.</li><li><strong>[04:50] Why the first podcast ended:</strong> Life happened. Tolu went to grad school, got her Master's in Counseling Psychology, became a therapist, and started her business.</li><li><strong>[05:20] The \"Nudge\" to Return:</strong> She explains the persistent urge she felt to bring the podcast back and how she did it.</li><li><strong>[08:48] Tolu's Work as a Therapist</strong></li><li>She specializes in working with high-functioning BIPOC women and discusses the unique challenges they face.</li><li><strong>[09:50] Personal growth:</strong> How turning 30 has made her more confident and clear on what she wants.</li><li><strong>[10:14] Why Relaunch in a \"Short Attention Span\" World?</strong></li><li>The desire to create long-form content for more intimate, \"chit-chat\" conversations.</li><li><strong>[11:36] A Space for Nuance:</strong> The podcast is a space to break traditional therapist boundaries and explore the \"grey, messy\" parts of life that short-form content can't capture.</li><li><strong>[12:51] The Meaning Behind the Name: \"For the Rest of Us\"</strong></li><li>Tolu explains the name is for \"third culture kids\" and anyone who has ever felt isolated.</li><li>It's a reminder: \"You are not alone.\"</li><li><strong>[14:40] What to Expect from This Podcast</strong></li><li><strong>Frequency:</strong> Bi-weekly episodes, dropping on <strong>Tuesdays</strong>.</li><li><strong>Format:</strong> Solo episodes to start.</li><li><strong>[15:15] Upcoming Topics:</strong> Burnout, sisterhood, friendship, self-compassion, real self-care (not just bubble baths), relationships, work, etc.</li><li><strong>[16:20] How to Join the Community</strong></li><li><strong>Call to Action:</strong> Subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, leave a rating, and share with a friend.</li><li>Follow the podcast on Instagram and submit your anonymous questions via the form.</li><li><strong>[17:35] Closing Thoughts &amp; Celebration</strong></li><li>Tolu encourages listeners to celebrate their own new beginnings and \"wins.\"</li><li><strong>[18:49] Formal Outro &amp; Disclaimer</strong></li></ul><p>The podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice.</p>","author_name":"Tolu Adepoju"}