The Love Podcast

In this conversation, Pip talks to Kunle Balogun married father of four, about what made him intentional whilst dating his wife and heading into marriage. They discuss how Biblical principles can be applied to modern-day dating.

In Season 3 of The Love Podcast, we are discussing with guys the need for intentionality when it comes to dating and marriage, plus exploring the relationships between mums and their children. In the second half, host Pip Olagunju sits down with 'sons' to talk about intentionality when it comes to dating and how they navigated their journey from single to married.

In this conversation, Pip talks to Sam Ghann married father of three, about what made him intentional whilst dating his wife. They discuss what it's like to date as a man in the modern world, how you can practice purity and what you should look for before taking things further and into marriage.

In Season 3 of The Love Podcast, we are discussing with guys the need for intentionality when it comes to dating and marriage, plus exploring the relationships between mums and their children. In the second half, host Pip Olagunju sits down with 'sons' to talk about intentionality when it comes to dating and how they navigated their journey from single to married.

In this conversation, Sharon talks to Lynmary Barrow, about her journey as a single mother into a blended family. Lynmary shares how she coped with falling pregnant during university, her journey to becoming content in Christ, and how she is now learning to navigate the transition into a blended family of 6.

In Season 3 of The Love Podcast, we are exploring the relationships between mums and their children and discussing with guys the need for intentionality when it comes to dating and marriage. In the first half, host Sharon Olagunju sits down with mums to talk about motherhood and how their experiences have shaped this unique journey for them.

In this conversation Sharon talks to Eyewu (Louise) Lamidi, a Global Medical Consultant and mum of two teenage girls. Eyewu talks about essay writing being used as a punishment when growing up and how the sudden loss of her mother impacted her motherhood journey.

In Season 3 of The Love Podcast, we are exploring the relationships between mums and their children and discussing with guys the need for intentionality when it comes to dating and marriage. In the first half, host Sharon Olagunju sits down with mums to talk about motherhood and how their experiences have shaped this unique journey for them.

In this conversation Sharon talks to Emily Priestley, a mum of four who has recently returned to work. Emily shares her journey to motherhood, how she kept the hope of conceiving after miscarrying multiple times and the important lessons she has learnt through her journey.

In Season 3 of The Love Podcast, we are exploring the relationships between mums and their children and discussing with guys the need for intentionality when it comes to dating and marriage. In the first half, host Sharon Olagunju sits down with mums to talk about motherhood and how their experiences have shaped this unique journey for them.

In this conversation Sharon talks to Toun Balogun, founder of The Precious One - a Christian blog platform. Toun talks about how she navigated becoming a young mum, putting her dreams of becoming a Barrister aside and the challenges of bringing up 4 energetic children.

In Season 3 of The Love Podcast, we are exploring the relationships between mums and their children and discussing with guys the need for intentionality when it comes to dating and marriage. In the first half, host Sharon Olagunju sits down with mums to talk about motherhood and how their experiences have shaped this unique journey for them.

In this conversation Sharon talks to Ici Butcher, founder of Uniquely Designed Counselling. Ici opens up about what it was like to be fostered as a child as well as the sudden death of her sister and how this has impacted her own journey.

In Season 3 of The Love Podcast, we are exploring the relationships between mums and their children and discussing with guys the need for intentionality when it comes to dating and marriage. In the first half, host Sharon Olagunju sits down with mums to talk about motherhood and how their experiences have shaped this unique journey for them.

In this special episode, Pip and Sharon talk to Senior Pastors of Jubilee Church London, Tope and Kemi Koleoso, discussing what people should consider before and whilst engaged to be married. Pastor Tope and Pastor Kemi share with us their wealth of wisdom, highlighting some key issues that people should take notice of before saying... "I DO". Head over to instagram @thelovepodcast to let us know your thoughts and if you enjoy the episode be sure to rate our podcast and leave a review!

In the final episode of Season 2, Pip and Sharon discuss 'Great Expectations' - being the list that people make about potential and existing partners, in regards to their expectations of them and the relationship. Is it reasonable to list out exactly what you're looking for in a relationship or is having a list gassed behaviour? Listen and share your thoughts by joining the conversation on Instagram, just follow @thelovepodcast

A study undertaken by Marriage.com cites 'trouble with finances' as the second highest reason for divorce. In the penultimate episode of season 2 of Thee Love Podcast, Pip and Sharon discuss money issues in relationships. Share your thoughts by following us on Instagram @thelovepodcast

In this episode Pip and Sharon discuss 'Forgiveness' and the importance of forgiving people in friendships and relationships - especially when it comes to your own physical and emotional health. Pip shares his experience of unforgiveness and how this led to him getting counseling. Listen and share your thoughts by joining the conversation on Instagram, just follow @thelovepodcast

In Episode 5 of Season 2, Pip and Sharon discuss the differences in communication between men and women, as well as the importance of Love Languages. Share your thoughts by joining the conversation on Instagram, just follow @thelovepodcast

In this episode Pip and Sharon discuss 'Relationship Idols' and the ease with which they can be formed. It seems as if you don't even have to put a high-profile relationship on a pedestal yourself, because social media will do it for you. Share your thoughts by joining the conversation on Instagram, just follow @thelovepodcast

In this episode Pip and Sharon discuss the term 'Daddy Issues', a phrase used widely to speak about women in a negative light - but did you know that the term was originally about men? Share your thoughts by joining the conversation on Instagram, just follow @thelovepodcast

In this episode Pip and Sharon discuss Red Flags - what are the signs to look out for that indicate that  you shouldn't continue to pursue a relationship? Share your thoughts by joining the conversation on Instagram, just follow @thelovepodcast

In this episode Pip and Sharon discuss the age old phenomenon of so called 'Good Girls' choosing to date 'Bad Boys' - as well as good boys and bad girls. Is it a case of rebellion or chemistry? Share your opinions by joining the conversation on Instagram, just follow @thelovepodcast

Join Pip and Sharon for Season 2 of the Love Podcast, starting on 23rd May 2021. In this season Pip and Sharon will be having conversations with each other, about topical issues relating to love, whether that be family, friends or partners. If you're not already doing so, make sure you join the conversation on Instagram @thelovepodcast

In the Second Part of this Final Episode, Pip and Sharon talk through how they eventually got together and their journey to marriage, recounting all that God did in their lives to get them to that point. We hope you're enjoyed Season 1, if you missed any episodes be sure to go back and have a listen! The Love Podcast hopes to return later in 2020 with Season 2.

In the Final Episode of Season 1, Pip and Sharon talk through their own journey from single through to dating and eventually to marriage. It was too saucy for one episode, so you can enjoy a two-parter. Be sure to head straight over to part two after this episode.

In Episode 7, Pip and Sharon are sharing their conversation with their friends Valentine and Wincey, who have been married for 6 years, but during their time dating broke up for almost 2 years before getting back together. This is an incredible story of how God restored something that seemed like it was completely over - it's a testimony of how God can use situations to bring us closer to Him and of how He gives beauty for ashes. This is the penultimate episode of season 1of The Love Podcast, with the final episode airing next week. If you haven't caught up with our previous 6 episodes yet, be sure to have a listen to all these incredible stories.

In Episode 6, Pip and Sharon are talking to their pals Ron and Tola about their journey from family friends to husband and wife, whilst Ron lived in the UK and Tola in America. There are just two more episodes left in Series 1 of The Love Podcast, so make sure you check out our previous episodes if you haven't already!

In Episode 5, Pip and Sharon share their chat with their mates Matt and Lou. We’ll hear their story about how they met towards their second year at uni, started dating in their final year and were engaged and married not long after graduation. We're over half way through Season 1 of The Love Podcast, so if you haven't already - make sure you go back and listen to the first 4 episodes!

In Episode 4, Pip and Sharon share their chat with their buddies Niyi and Victoria to learn more about their journey from single to married, and to discuss the pressures around settling down. Niyi and Victoria spoke with such wisdom about the questions people should ask themselves before making one of the most important decisions in life. If you haven't yet done so, make sure you listen to our previous episodes, where we learnt about other couples' dating journeys.

In Episode 3, Pip and Sharon are talking to their mates Jonny and Zara who are an interracial couple based in the UK. Jonny is white and is from the North of England and Zara is a black British woman of Nigerian heritage. They chat about their journey from friends, to online-dating and eventually to marriage - discussing some of the challenges they faced, but also highlighting the beautiful things that have come through their relationship, based not on their diversity but instead based on their unity in Christ.

In episode 2, Pip and Sharon conclude their chat with Felix and Janelle from Jubilee Church London. The conversation covers how Felix helped guard Janelle's heart as they dated, how intentional their relationship was from the jump and their advice for dating someone within the same church. This is the finale of our 2-part episode, so make sure you tune in next week for a new chat with a new couple - as we continue Season One of The Love Podcast...

Welcome to the first ever episode of The Love Podcast! In Season One of the podcast we are speaking to Christian married couples, to find out how they navigated their seasons of singleness through to dating and then on to marriage.

In this week's episode Pip and Sharon sat down with their good friends Felix and Janelle from Jubilee Church London, to chat about how they went from the friend-zone to marriage, via dating and finding love in church. 

Enjoy, and make sure you tune in next week for the second part of this episode!

The Love Pod is a UK husband and wife, having honest conversations about all things 'love'. So whether you're single, married or in-between - we want you to come on this exploration journey with us.