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Three is a Crowd PodcastArchitecture, Modeling & The Power of Audacity – Sorire’s Story | EP 12This episode is a big one for us — our first guest on the show.We sat down with Sorire to talk about her experience as an architect and a face model, and what those industries actually look like from the inside.We started with her 10KM race on February 14th, what pushed her to run it and what that experience taught her about discipline and mindset.Then we got into the viral video she posted about women on construction sites. The backlash. The conversations it sparked. And how that moment unexpectedly helped her bu...
2026-02-2647 min
Three is a Crowd PodcastWhy Most Creatives are Broke (And How to Fix It) | Three is a Crowd Pod - Ep. 11In this episode, we aren’t holding back. We’re diving deep into the uncomfortable truth: most creatives are underpaid not because they lack talent, but because they lack business structure.We kick things off with some life updates, discussing the buzz around Vekee James’ pregnancy and whether we would love a destination wedding or not. But then, we get down to business. If you’ve ever struggled to set your prices, felt guilty for charging your worth, or felt like your "creative spark" is being dampened by a messy workflow, this episode is for you.
2026-02-1926 min
Three is a Crowd PodcastIs Being Multi-Talented Overrated? Why Creatives Need to Niche Down | Three Is A Crowd Pod - Ep 10Is being multi-talented actually a flex… or is it overrated?In this episode of Three Is A Crowd, Emem and Fikayo start with pure chaos from our first Out Of Office experience to the prank Emem pulled on Fikayo (yes, we’re still recovering). But then we get serious.Today’s unpopular opinion: Being multi-talented is overrated.Stop spreading yourself thin. It might be time to specialize.Three Is A Crowd is a Nigerian podcast hosted by Emem and Fikayo where we unpack creative life, friendships, culture, and the uncomfortable truths nobody...
2026-02-1217 min
Three is a Crowd PodcastFrom Fans to Beggars: Nigerians and Celebrity Culture | Three is a Crowd Pod - Ep 9When IShowSpeed touched down in Lagos, Nigerians did what Nigerians do best, lost all composure.From aggressive begging to embarrassing fan behavior, we had to ask the hard question: why does shame disappear when a celebrity shows up?In this episode, we unpack Nigeria’s obsession with fame, why people feel entitled to celebrities’ money, and how excitement quickly turns into public embarrassment.We also lovingly (and firmly) beg our fellow Lagosians to calm down and have small shame.
2026-01-2915 min
Three is a Crowd PodcastWhy My Friends Can’t Be My Maid of Honor | Three is a Crowd Pod - Ep 8Friendship and weddings? Yeah… dangerous combo. This episode started with a hot take, why we wouldn’t pick our friends as maid of honor and spiraled into a much-needed conversation about feedback, ego, and creative sensitivity. We unpack why creatives take feedback so personally, why tone matters more than people admit, and how “I’m just being honest” is often just bad delivery in disguise.If you’re a creative, a friend, or both… this episode might sting a little.
2026-01-2219 min
Three is a Crowd PodcastWhy Nigerian Creators Are Forced to Overdo It | Three is a Crowd Pod - Ep 7"Spectacle sells fast"— but at what cost? Emem and Fikayo are back to unpack the reality of being a creative in Nigeria today. We’re exploring the unspoken rule that you have to be "extra" to be noticed. From viral stunts to high-budget content, we’re asking: has the spectacle replaced the substance?
2026-01-1510 min
Three is a Crowd Podcast2025 Recap: A look at Top Moments of the Year | Three is a Crowd Pod - Ep 6In our first episode of 2026, we’re taking a look back to move forward. We break down the most iconic moments in the Nigerian creative sector from 2025, celebrating the creators who pushed the boundaries and redefined the game.Inside this episode:A look back at the best of 2025 (The content, the creators, the shifts).Our personal Top 5 moments of the year.The 2026 "Stop Doing" list for Nigerian creatives.Our vision and resolutions for this podcast in the new year.Listen in and let us kn...
2026-01-101h 02
Three is a Crowd PodcastIs AI Making Creatives Lazy? | The Uncomfortable Truth - Three Is A Crowd Podcast Ep. 5Everyone’s using AI but is it making us lazy? In this episode of Three Is a Crowd, Emem & Fikayo unpack how AI is changing creative work from writers to designers to musicians and whether it’s helping or slowly killing originality.We talk about dependency, stolen art, and why “tool ≠ talent.” Plus, our hot takes on how to use AI without losing your creative voice.Watch till the end - this one might just hurt your feelings (in a good way).Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe if you’ve ever...
2025-10-1917 min
Three is a Crowd Podcast'Stop Borrowing Wigs for Content' | Three is a Crowd Podcast - Ep. 4In this episode of Three Is a Crowd, we’re calling out the It Girl pressure and the fake “soft life” chase that’s draining creatives. We talk about why looking rich online can actually cost more than being rich, why you don’t need to borrow wigs, props, or aesthetics just to shoot content, and how doing things within your capacity is not just enough — it’s sustainable.The truth? People scroll, like, and move on. No one cares as much as you think. So stop overthinking, stop overspending, and just create. If you’ve ever...
2025-10-0240 min
Three is a Crowd PodcastAre Creative Friendships in Nigeria Fake? | Three is a Crowd Podcast - Ep.3In this episode of Three Is a Crowd, we’re diving into the question nobody wants to say out loud: are friendships in the creative scene really genuine, or are they just vibes? From “collab bros” that ghost after one project to friends who secretly see you as competition, we’re breaking down the messy, funny, and sometimes fake side of creative friendships in Nigeria. We share our own experiences, the highs and lows of navigating friendships as creatives, and why finding your real people matters more than ever.💜💚 Whether you’re a creative, a dreamer, or just...
2025-09-2526 min
Three is a Crowd PodcastThriving or Surviving, is hustle culture dead? | Three is a Crowd Podcast Ep. 2In this episode we talk about how connections are better in paying your rent than passion in the Nigerian economy. What actually works if you’re chasing success in NigeriaWe also speak on hustle culture, the endless side hustles and no days off mindset, and if the grind is really worth it.Whether you’re a creative, entrepreneur, or just trying to figure out how to navigate the system, this conversation will hit home.Don't forget to like, subscribe & join the journey. New episodes drop every Thursday at 4PM on Y...
2025-09-1827 min
Three is a Crowd PodcastMeet Your New Creative Besties | Three Is a Crowd Podcast Ep.1Welcome to the very first episode of Three Is a Crowd 💜💚We’re Emem (producer at Arise News) and Fikayo (project manager in advertising)—two creatives in Nigeria just trying to figure it out, one conversation at a time.In this episode, we’re introducing ourselves, sharing why we started this podcast, and giving you a peek into our personalities (spoiler: chaos and laughter are included).Expect honest convos, the highs and lows of creative life, and the kind of relatability you won’t find on LinkedIn. Whether you’re a creative, a dreamer, or just...
2025-09-1119 min
Three is a Crowd PodcastUniversity Wasn’t What I Expected… Here’s What I LearnedUniversity was a journey I wasn’t fully prepared for—navigating friendships, struggling with money and grades, and learning life-changing lessons along the way. In this episode of Unscripted Conversations, I share my personal experiences, from the highs to the really tough moments, and the realities no one talks about. If you're in uni or about to go, this episode is for you.Don't forget to rate the show and leave a review, share with everyone you know and if you also watch on YouTube, subscribe, like and leave a comment!Follow me on my personal Instagram accounts:Emem: http...
2025-03-0125 minThree is a Crowd PodcastValentine’s Day is Kinda… Toxic? ft MichaelIn this Valentine’s Day special of Unscripted Conversations, Michael and I dive deep into how we may have completely lost the plot on what Valentine’s Day is supposed to be. From over-the-top trends to whether couples should still ask each other to be their Valentine, we break down how love and romance have evolved—and if this holiday has turned a little…toxic. Is Valentine’s Day still about love, or is it just a competition now? Let’s talk about it.Don't forget to rate the show and leave a review, sh...
2025-02-1451 minThree is a Crowd PodcastDerrick UGC: Beyond the Music - Love, Life & The EPThis week on the Unscripted Conversations Podcast, we take you inside the world ofDerrick UGC like never before. We talk about his music, the creative process behind his latest EP, and the stories hidden in his lyrics. But that’s just the beginning—we also get into his life beyond the studio, his love life, and everything in between. If you think you knowDerrick UGC, this conversation might surprise you.Don't forget to rate the show and leave a review, share with everyone you know and if you also watch on YouTube, subscribe, like and...
2025-02-0831 min