Oti Mabuse & Marius Iepure: The Real Cost Of Putting Our Careers First!

We Need To Talk with Paul C. Brunson

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Leisure, Relationships, Society & Culture

4.8 • 652 Ratings

🗓️ 1 October 2024

⏱️ 99 minutes

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Summary

In this episode, dance power couple Oti Mabuse and Marius Iepure sit down for their first joint interview. Together, they share the highs and lows of their relationship, revealing how hey transitioned from dance partners to life partners, and navigated the challenges following their daughter’s premature birth. Oti opens up about how her obsession with winning Strictly strained their marriage and how Marius supported her during her lowest moment as a professional dancer. Join Paul for an inspiring conversation about resilience, unwavering support, and the vital importance of showing up for one another in life’s toughest moments. Oti's Instagram: https://g2ul0.app.link/EyHZ8NAnjNb Marius's Instagram: https://g2ul0.app.link/Qc1t4kFnjNb Oti and Marius' Website: https://g2ul0.app.link/SrgkUdenjNb Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod Sections: 00:00 - Introduction 02:17 - Why Share Your Private Life Now? 04:48 - How Childhood Lessons Shape Your Life Today 13:25 - Building Strong Connections Despite Differences 17:49 - How Dance Brings People Together 21:35 - The Global Impact of Afrobeats and Dance 24:58 - Redefining Masculinity in African Culture 28:12 - Navigating Power Dynamics in Modern Relationships 32:44 - Why Failure and Rejection Are Essential for Growth 36:10 - How Setting Boundaries Transforms Your Life 40:23 - Does Fame Change Who You Are? 44:56 - The Pressures of Being a Role Model 49:12 - How to Stay True to Yourself in a Demanding World 53:39 - Your Path to Self-Acceptance and Confidence 58:27 - Why Mental Health Should Be a Priority 01:02:14 - How Vulnerability Can Empower You 01:07:06 - Living Authentically in a Digital Age 01:11:35 - Mastering How to Handle Criticism 01:16:02 - How to Find Inner Peace in a Busy World 01:20:47 - Discovering Your Life's Purpose 01:25:33 - Overcoming The Fear Of Being Judged 01:29:50 - How to Become Your Best Self Sponsored by: Tinder - https://tinder.com/en-GB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	Today's guests are O.T. and Marius. A truly inspiring couple known not only for their success in the world of dance,
0:07.6	but also for their ability to navigate the complexities of a cross-cultural and highly public relationship.
0:14.8	O.T., originally from South Africa, is a two-time-strictly-come dancing champion and a current judge on dancing on ice,
0:23.0	while Marius from Romania is a talented choreographer and entrepreneur.
0:28.4	Together, they've built an impressive career in dance and choreography, all while managing a strong
0:35.0	and supportive partnership. In today's conversation, we dive into their experiences of balancing love and busy careers.
0:43.3	We explore how their cultural differences and backgrounds have shaped their styles of communication,
0:49.3	and we discuss the journey of building a family, speaking of the hardship they faced while their daughter was born premature.
0:57.9	Their stories of resilience and deep mutual support offer valuable lessons,
1:02.6	and I hope this episode provides you with as much wisdom and inspiration as it did for me.
1:08.5	Before we get into it, I want to ask you for a small favor. We want to make sure
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1:18.9	you help these conversations reach the people they need to. In return, if you're a part of our first
1:24.8	20,000 subscribers, we're going to pick 10 of you to come down here to the We Need to Talk studio
1:30.4	to meet me, the guests, and let us know who you'd like to see on the show.
1:36.2	Don't forget to stay until the end where I'll share my top takeaways.
1:40.7	Now, let's get into it.
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1:46.9	these impactful conversations get to as many people as possible. By following this show and leaving a
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2:02.2	I'll pick 10 of you to come down here to the studio to meet me, the guests,
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