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In The Meantime

by Courage Ngwa

Hosted by Courage Ngwa, a speaker, MC, and community builder based in Dubai, this podcast is a space for ambitious, purpose-driven people who want more than external success.Together, we explore faith, personal growth, relationships, career, and the everyday challenges of building a meaningful life. Through honest conversations, inspiring stories, and thoughtful reflections, you'll discover how to pursue your goals without losing your peace, balancing ambition with alignment, discipline with rest, and growth with wholeness.New episodes featuring candid conversations, practical insights, an

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Episodes

  1. Can You Enjoy Singleness and Still Want Marriage? Why I Started the Marriage & Singleness Series.

    Can you enjoy being single and still desire marriage? I believe you can. In this short episode, I share why I started the "singleness, Marriage and everything in-between series" and why I believe we need more healthy honest conversations about singleness, Marriage, relationships and everything...

  2. Dating in 2026: Single Men Talk About Finding Love in Dubai, Online Dating Apps & Social Media | Part 1

    What is dating really like for single men in Dubai in 2026? In Part 1 of this conversation, I sit down with Ansley Gonsalves, Karlos Rodejo and Anuraag Peter, to talk honestly about finding love, modern dating, online dating apps, social media and what it actually feels like trying to navigate...

  3. How these Married Men Knew They Found The One | Love, Commitment & Marriage ft Yad, Stevie & Sam.

    In this episode of In The Meantime, I sit down with Stevie, Yad and Sam to hear their real experiences as married men. We talk about what marriage has taught them, what they’ve learned about leading a home, how their understanding of love and commitment has changed, and the things they wish they...

  4. Your 20s Will Make You Rethink Everything: Learning, Unlearning & Rebranding Yourself

    🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and wherever you get your podcasts. Connect with us: ⁠- In the meantime podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/in_the_meantime_pod/⁠- In the meantime podcast on Spotify:...

  5. Motherhood: The Beautiful, Messy Reality: What Nobody Tells You About Becoming a Mom ft Erum Sheikh.

    Motherhood is beautiful, messy, and full of things no one really prepares you for. In this episode, we talk honestly about becoming a mom, postpartum, identity, career, and the little moments that make it all worth it. Whether you're a new mom, hoping to become one someday, or simply want to...

  6. Feeling Stuck in Life? Here's How to Build a Daily Routine That Keeps You Grounded.

    Feeling stuck in life? When everything around you is changing, it can be easy to feel confused, overwhelmed, or like you’ve lost control.But sometimes, you don’t need to figure everything out at once. You need something steady to come back to. In this episode of In The Meantime, I’m sharing 4…

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  7. The Reality Of Creating Content Online: When Friends Don't Support And Does It Really Matter? ft Mimii

    Creating content can be exciting, fulfilling, and sometimes… surprisingly lonely. In this episode, we sit down as content creators to talk about one of the conversations many creators have behind the scenes: why it can feel like the people closest to us don’t always support what we create online....

  8. From Waiting to Marriage: How to Trust God's Timing | With Trisha Wangari

    In this episode, I sit down with Trisha Wangari to talk about her journey of waiting for marriage as a Christian. After years of trusting God through seasons of uncertainty, Trisha got married in her 30s and is now a wife and mother. We talk about the realities of waiting, the questions that come...

  9. From Meeting to Marriage in Just Over a Year With Luis & Sheena.

    In this week's episode of In The Meantime, I sit down with Luis and Sheena to talk about their journey from meeting to marriage in just over a year. In their Mid-twenties, they made the decision to pursue marriage intentionally, placing God at the center of their relationship and seeking wisdom,...

  10. Christian & Single: Building Healthy Standards & Getting to Know People Well With Vibhuthi V.

    Hey friends, In today’s episode, I sit down with my dear friend Vibhuthi as we dive into some of the conversations many Christian singles are having but don't always talk about openly. We discuss standards and boundaries in dating, the realities behind the expectations we place on a spouse or...

  11. Modern Dating, Marriage & Godly Love… What You Need To Hear | With The Kioko's

    In this heartfelt conversation, Chris and Sahar Kioko share their journey from meeting on Instagram to building a strong, God-centered marriage. They open up about friendship, faith, communication, and what it really takes to grow a healthy relationship in today’s world. We also dive into modern...

  12. Friendship Dynamics: That Random Candid Conversation On Types Of Friends With Elizabeth Shehata.

    Hey lovelies, in this flash episode I sit down with my lovely friend Elizabeth and honestly we just talked, this episode was unplanned but the things we shared about friendships were very valid and I wanted to share that with you all. - In the meantime podcast on instagram:...

  13. Rethinking Singleness: How to Wait Well, Stay Hopeful & Find Joy in God With Liz G.

    Hey fam, So glad to be kicking off this 6part series on this very big and wide area of life. The hope is to cover as much as possible and praying we all get to learn a thing a two on this journey. Today I sit down with Liz, we talk about waiting well, staying hopeful and keeping our hearts and...

  14. Valentines special: Love, friendship, singleness, and marriage in different seasons | Celyn & Sheena

    Hey fam, Since love is an all year round celebration here is a special episode with my lovely friend Sheena & Celyn. We talk all things dating in Dubai, marriage, singleness, community and friendship. - In the meantime podcast is on instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/in_the_meantime_pod/⁠ - In...

  15. How to Build Healthy Boundaries & Live on Purpose | with Akea Brown

    In this episode, I sit down with Akea Brown, for an honest conversation on boundaries, purpose, and discernment. We talk about setting healthy boundaries with yourself, understanding the difference between purpose and calling, the habits of a purpose-driven person, and navigating the good and bad...

  16. Becoming Purpose Driven & Setting Healthy Boundaries In a World Full Of Misinformation | Akea Brown

    Hey fam, here is a long overdue episode with the lovely Akea, due to some technical issues this episode could only be uploaded now, that being said, hoping you all had a great end to 2025. In this episode, Akea and I talk about everything and all things building a life of purpose, social media,...

  17. How to Build Your own Unique Path: Lessons on Intention, Authenticity & Community With Fari Zolf.

    In this episode, we sit down with Fari Zolf, an Events & Marketing Expert, Podcast Host & Producer, Creator of B2B Networking Community and more..We explore what it truly means to build your own unique path in a saturated world. We talk about intention, authenticity, comparison, and why community...

  18. Beyond the Gym: Everyday Health Habits to Navigate Weight loss, PCOS, Hormones & Social Media - Dana

    In this episode, Dana and I dive deep into the realities of women’s health, fitness, and body image in the age of social media. We discuss hormonal balance, emotional eating, body confidence, and the pressure social media creates around appearance and “perfect” fitness. Dana shares her personal...

  19. Purpose, Mindset Shifts & the Power to Begin in Business and Build Generational Wealth With Tomi

    This episode is a powerful conversation about what it truly means to begin, fail, and try again. Tomi shares her journey from to purpose, and how shifting your mindset can open doors to new levels of confidence, clarity, and financial freedom. We explore how faith, discipline, and consistency…

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  20. Reinvent Yourself: Personal Branding Made Easy With Joan Mwende

    This Week I sit down with the amazing Joan mend, a personal branding expert who works across Dubai, Kenya and across. we talk about the foundation to her personal branding one on one consultation, we get to the root of beginning the journey to redefine yourself, with your career, family, life and...

  21. Finding Purpose After Pain: A Real Conversation on Resilience, Divorce & Becoming With Sharon Missah

    In this episode of In The Meantime, I sit down with Sharon Missah, a fellow podcaster, corporate marketing executive, and mom, for a real conversation on resilience, divorce, and finding purpose after pain. We talk about what it truly means to “do it all” in Dubai: balancing motherhood…

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  22. Courage Shares Her Personal Journey: Navigating Change & Intentional Living in Dubai With Philippah

    Hey Fam, so glad to be back with fresh new conversations. In this episode, I sit down with my friend Philippah to talk about life in Dubai, navigating transitions, and learning to live intentionally. We talking about finding purpose in every season of life, letting God write your story by living…

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  23. 100. Talking Relationships, Faith, Obedience, Change, Community And The Art Of Making Effort In 2025

    Today I chitchat to end the podcast season at episode 100 with 2025 lessons. this year I stopped making efforts some things and its been quiet a beautiful lesson. Cheers to 100. CHECK OUT THE GRAM: https://www.instagram.com/she_is_strong_podcast/

  24. 99. Loving In This Generation - Lessons From Superman The Movie

    Hey friends, please not there are spoilers I this episode form the superman movie hahaha, but I guess the movie made me think of how God will leave the 99 for the one lost sheep and how we can still love in this world that could make us hard. Stay connected to the community:...

  25. 98. Hey, Stop Trying To Figure Everything Out.

    Hey lovelies, today we chit chat about everything all things purpose, calling, the future, money, fun, the cares of this world and the worries of life. Connect with the podcast on instagram and everywhere else:...

  26. 97. How To Handle Rejection.

    Hey Lovelies so glad you're here, today we chat about the 5 stages of rejection with 7 tips on how to handle it. Follow on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/she_is_strong_podcast/ Connect with us:...

  27. 96. How To Become a Safe Space For Others.

    Hey loves today we deep dive into becoming a safe space, make sure to listen till the end for all the juicy points. To stay connected click the links below: https://www.instagram.com/she_is_strong_podcast/...

  28. 95. Our Parents Did Their Best, Now's it's Our Turn: 16 Things We’re Responsible For as Adults.

    Hey darlings, today's episode is inspired by this carousel I've got up on instagram https://www.instagram.com/she_is_strong_podcast/ and I also get to share my little story about me and my mom and family dynamic. Here's a little timer: My story: 1:00 - 15:00 16 things: 15:00 - to the end Our...

  29. 94: Let’s Chat — Rethinking Our Heart Posture, Is Healing Always Loud? & Life Lately on Social Media

    Hey Lovelies, Today we are chatting about life. Here's a reminder that not everyone who says they are healing are really healing, healing is more of transformation from the inside out and not just on the outside. I shared little of my social media journey and just some observations on life and…

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  30. 93. Unlock Emotional Intelligence: Career, Relationships & Neurodivergence Tips with Nancy Habashi

    In this episode, I'm joined by Emotional Intelligence Coach Nancy Habashi to explore how practical emotional intelligence can transform your career, relationships, and everyday life. We also dive into understanding neurodivergence and how to navigate emotions with intention and resilience.💌 Join...

  31. 92. When Life Gives You Lemons....Your Path Is Planned By God Wether You Know It Or Not.

    💌 Join the My Sister's Heart Community:Our sisterhood events hold from time to time to help women in Dubai grow in community, network, heal, and thrive in their personal lives, careers, and health: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GNBGupXVTtD4tq5jyi7vrP- Follow our instagram:...

  32. How Do We Define Maturity in Faith and Real Life? Emotional, Spiritual And More...

    What does it really mean to be mature—in faith, emotions, and everyday life? In this except of episode 75 with my guest Elizabeth Shehata, we explore the layers of emotional, spiritual, and personal growth, and why true maturity goes beyond age or appearances. Let’s talk about wholeness, honesty,...

  33. 90. Taking a Break Doesn’t Mean You Failed: The Mindset Shift You Need.

    Taking a break doesn’t mean you’ve failed, it’s an essential part of growth. In this episode, we dive into why we often see rest as a sign of weakness, how to shift that mindset, and how taking breaks can actually make you stronger. This is your reminder that rest is not only okay, it’s…

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  34. 89. NAVIGATING FRIENDSHIPS AS AN EXPAT: Work Friends, Personalities, & Growth With Martha & Samantha

    In this episode, we're diving into a heartfelt conversation about friendships in adulthood—especially as an expat. We explore how they evolve, the role of work friends, different personalities in friendships, and how to nurture healthy, growing connections while navigating life in Dubai.I'm…

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  35. 89. NAVIGATING FRIENDSHIPS AS AN EXPAT: Work Friends, Personalities, & Growth With Martha & Samantha

    In this episode, we're diving into a heartfelt conversation about friendships in adulthood—especially as an expat. We explore how they evolve, the role of work friends, different personalities in friendships, and how to nurture healthy, growing connections while navigating life in Dubai.I'm…

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  36. 88. The Go to Life Alignment Guide | Closing This Chapter Because Seasons Change and So Does the Podcast.

    Hey friends, As we wrap up this chapter of the podcast, this episode dives into a practical and heartfelt guide to aligning your life with your true goals and values. Whether you’re looking to reset, find balance, or just gain clarity, this episode has something for you. I’m also sharing exciting...

  37. 87. Two Simple Steps to Start a Habit: How Small Changes Create Big Results

    In this episode, we dive deep into the fascinating world of habits and how they shape our daily lives. Whether you're trying to build better routines, break free from bad habits, or simply understand why we do what we do, this conversation is for you. 🔑 What you'll learn: The science behind…

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  38. 86. Burnout Explained: Signs, Causes, The Science Behind It and How to Get Your Life Back

    Burnout is something many of us face but few truly understand. In today’s episode, we dive into the science of burnout, how it affects your brain, and the crucial difference between burnout and depression. We'll also explore why burnout happens, how to recognize it early, and most importantly,...

  39. 85. The Power Of Authenticity: Be Bold, Be Different, Be Youself With Ivy Kashero.

    In this episode, my lovely guest Ivy Kashero and I, dive deep into the essence of authenticity—what it means to live unapologetically true to yourself in a world full of expectations. We explore the power of vulnerability, the courage it takes to embrace imperfections, and how staying genuine...

  40. 84. Anxiety is Contagious: The Science of Anxiety Transfer | Emotional Contagion & How To Manage It.

    In this episode, we explore the fascinating concept of anxiety transfer—how one person's stress or worry can unintentionally spread to others. Discover the science behind emotional contagion, why this happens, and practical tips to protect your peace in stressful situations. Whether it’s in...

  41. 83. The Balance Theory: Mindset Shifts, Healthy Habits, Priorities, You are More Than Your Work With Erika De Pellegrin

    Hey Friends, To close out our video podcast guest episodes for 2024, I was blessed to sit down for a chat with Erika De Pellegrin, a woman I just adore. Her mission is to inspire others to get curious about their lives. In this episode, she shares more about her beautiful "garden analogy" and...

  42. 82. My 2024 Journey: Lessons & Habits That Changed My life (God, Self care, Priorities, Routines)

    Hey Friends, As this year comes to a close, I’ve been looking back on all the moments—big and small—that have shaped me. 2024 wasn’t perfect, but it was a year of growth, learning, and me finding grounding habits that brought me peace, even on the hardest days. This week, I share some of those...

  43. 81. Celeste Brito's Journey to Mental Wellness, Freedom From Stigma, Shame + Detoxing Your Mind daily

    In this heartfelt conversation, I’m joined by Celeste Brito, a life coach dedicated to helping individuals improve their mental and emotional well-being. We dive into her personal journey, discussing the struggles she's faced with mental health and how she overcame feelings of shame and guilt as…

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  44. 80. Practically Cultivating a Habit Of Gratitude & Thanksgiving | Suffering Is a Blessing-The Perspective Change (Mathew 5).

    Hey Friends, In Mathew 5 we see Jesus talk about what it really means to be blessed in the kingdom of God, this in-dept description of a blessed person looks very different from what the world says it is today. Jesus's words also gives us a different perspective to suffering, mourning and…

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  45. 79. Protecting Our Gateways: The Eyes and Ears (You Are What You Think, See And Hear)

    Hey Friends, This week we delve deep into one of my favorite topics the lord has personally walked me through, and this is something i am still experiencing and practicing in my everyday life, all i can say is i have seen the goodness of the lord in the transformation from my soul (inside out...

  46. 78. Memorize Scripture: Isaiah 26:3-5 NLT.

    Hey Friends, Today we take it way back to Sunday school days. Ive been enjoying this new habit of intentionally memorizing scripture and i thought of bringing you all along. Today we memorize Isaiah, with the reminder to keep our eyes on Jesus. Join the community, follow the instagram and get a...

  47. 77. From Overwhelmed to Anchored: Embrace Jesus' Rhythm, Slow & Abiding In The Father - Guest Dr. Toni

    Hey friends, This week we had the opportunity of sitting down with the beautiful Dr Toni Zuki, a seasoned Family Doctor, resident in the UAE. We talked about living a cultivating a slow life like Jesus. We need more relaxed and unhurried women, who a slow enough to not miss out on opportunities…

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  48. 76. Living Unhurried, Peaceful & in Freedom-A Few Lessons To Sum Up Life Right Now As a 27 year Old.

    A few lessons to sum up my little life right now, as i just turned 27, to be honest family, i am doing better that i expected hahaha. Praying that as i talk about some key things in this episode, especially about Jesus, it inspires you to rest, relax and let God lead your life. JOIN THE…

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  49. 75. Living Intentionally And Growing In Maturity In Christ With Guest Elizabeth Shehata.

    Hey Friends, So blessed to have finally had one of my favorite people in the entire world on the podcast. Elizabeth Shehata serves the young adults and has this beautiful mission of having them grow to maturity, in Christ and every other area of life which includes their mental and physical…

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  50. How Our Relationship With God Reflects In Our Female Friendships With Mbalie Music.

    Hey Friends, This was one of our favorite questions from Episode 73 and we thought to upload it separately. Praying this inspires you to pray for your friendships, Get to know God better so that helps you love him and serve the people he has placed in your life. - Follow Mbalie on instagram:...

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Hosted by Courage Ngwa, a speaker, MC, and community builder based in Dubai, this podcast is a space for ambitious, purpose-driven people who want more than external success.Together, we explore faith, personal growth, relationships, career, and the everyday challenges of building a meaningful life. Through honest conversations, inspiring stories, and thoughtful reflections, you'll discover how to pursue your goals without losing your peace, balancing ambition with alignment, discipline with rest, and growth with wholeness.New episodes featuring candid conversations, practical insights, an

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