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The African Authors PodcastThe Heartbeat of Christmas Magic with Ihunanya Erondu | Ep. 26Title: The Heartbeat of Christmas Magic with Ihunanya EronduEpisode Number: #26Guest: Ihunanya EronduRelease Date: 20th February 2026.Description:This week, we have the astounding poet and, most recently, an author, Ihunanya Erondu, who joins us on the show. Ihuanaya gets real with us on her personal journey as an academic to finding her love for creative writing over the years. She talks to us about her affinity (9:24) for love-themed anecdotes and expression, even across her writing, alluding to the inherent desire to open your heart to love and be loved even when you hav...
2026-02-2032 min
The African Authors PodcastWe Will Live Again with Chukwuemeka Famous | Ep. 25Title: We Will Live Again with Chukwuemeka FamousEpisode Number: #25Guest: Chukwuemeka FamousRelease Date: 13th February 2026.Description:This week, we have one of Nigeria's most riveting writers, Chukwuemeka Famous, who joins us today on The African Authors Podcast. He walks us through his journey (3:10) from an academic to an author, growing up in Benin to Igbo parents, and his inspirations across the years to write nuanced yet social paradigm stories with refreshing perspectives. Chukwuemeka gets vulnerable (8:02) with us about his struggles through life, having had a "hard life" dealing with dep...
2026-02-1336 min
The African Authors PodcastLetters of Light with Chinedu Ndigwe | Ep. 24Title: Letters of Light with Chinedu NdigweEpisode Number: #24Guest: Chinedu NdigweRelease Date: 6th February 2026.Description:Yes! We are back from our hiatus! We know we left you guys hanging for a bit. Our apologies. But we are back now, and can't wait to bring y'all more amazing author stories in 2026. We are joined by Chinedu Ndigwe our first guest this year who is renowned for his astounding work in the Nigerian literary space. He gets candid with us about his journey (2:34) from media publishing to a published autho...
2026-02-0634 min
The African Authors PodcastTearless with Ayo Deforge | Ep. 23Title: Tearless with Ayo DeforgeEpisode Number: #23Guest: Ayo DeforgeRelease Date: 3rd October 2025.Description:This week on the show, we are graced by the iconic French-fluent Nigerian storyteller and author, Ayo Deforge. She opens up (4:04) with her inspiration for writing and how the grief of losing her mother influenced her writing style. Ayo left Nigeria for France (9:05) in 2012, and talks to us about the culture shock she faced on moving to the South of France, particularly with the country's obsession with immigration and racism. She gets can...
2025-10-0345 min
The African Authors PodcastMystery Monkeys with George Gathiani | Ep. 22Title: Mystery Monkey with George GathianiEpisode Number: #22Guest: George GathianiRelease Date: 26th September 2025.Description:We are back after that little break! We return with yet another mind-blowing episode for your listening pleasure. This week, we are joined by the amazing and trailblazing conscious African author George Gathiani. He talks to us about his journey (4:12) to becoming a writer, growing up in Kenya. Georges discusses African authors and the importance of showcasing their voices globally, especially in the area of science and consciousness, rather than limiting the Afri...
2025-09-2640 min
The African Authors PodcastÌṢẸ́PẸ́ with Yusuf Àlàbí Balógun | Ep. 21Title: ÌṢẸ́PẸ́ with Yusuf Àlàbí BalógunEpisode Number: #21Guest: Yusuf Àlàbí BalógunRelease Date: 5th September 2025.Description:This week on the show, we are graced by the iconic indigenous Nigerian storyteller, author, and orator Yusuf Àlàbí Balógun, popularly known as Àrẹ̀mọ Gemini. We start off (5:05) the episode by getting into the mind of Yusuf as he recounts events in his life that led him to become one of Africa's biggest indigenous storytellers. Then he goes on to talk to us about which stages (8:50) chall...
2025-09-051h 02
The African Authors PodcastThe Power of Your One Thing with Elvis Prince Tognia | Ep. 20Title: The Power of Your One Thing with Elvis Prince TogniaEpisode Number: #20Guest: Elvis Prince TogniaRelease Date: 29th August 2025.Description:This week on our landmark 20th episode on the show, we are joined by Elvis Prince Tognia, our first Cameroonian and public speaker featured on the podcast. Elvis starts off (4:50) talking to us about his journey, moving from his village in Cameroon to the United States as a young guy over 20 years ago, without speaking a word of English. After he was wrongly accused by a customer (6:45...
2025-08-291h 02
The African Authors PodcastI Cry at the Feet of My Other Body with Mustaphas Enesi | Ep. 19Title: I Cry at the Feet of My Other Body with Mustapha EnesiEpisode Number: #19Guest: Mustapha EnesiRelease Date: 22nd August 2025Description:On the show this week, we are joined by Mustapha Enesi ,one of Africa's brightest young writers, charting his course in the literary space with his unique message-driven writing style. Firstly, Mustapha walks us through his journey (4:45) to finding writing and how it started off with short story experiments and running it by his family to get their opinion. Then he delves into his struggle (12:10) as...
2025-08-2248 min
The African Authors PodcastBoy Child with Franz Owano | Ep. 18Title: Boy Child with Franz OwanoEpisode Number: #18Guest: Franz OwanoRelease Date: 15th August 2025Description:On the show this week, we are joined by one of the leading African authors, Franz Owano, trailblazing the niche space of existential and metaphysical writing across the continent. Franz Owano, a trained medical doctor, graced us with his captivating presence and left us with more paradigm-shifting questions than answers. Franz takes us through his journey (3:54) from medical school to becoming a doctor and how that shaped his unique perspective (10:10) on literature and its...
2025-08-151h 13
The African Authors PodcastThe Crimson Vigilante with Olayinka Yaqub | Ep. 17Title: The Crimson Vigilante with Olayinka Yaqub Episode Number: #17Guest: Olayinka YaqubRelease Date: 8th August 2025Description:On the show this week, we are joined by Olayinka Yaqub, one of Nigeria's brightest young minds, who has taken the crime fiction space by storm with his latest book, "The Crimson Vigilante." Olayinka takes us through his journey (4:02) as a young engineering student in Nigeria, navigating his love for writing while managing the rigours of school. He talks about being inspired by foreign crime shows (8:03) like "Quantico" and "Blindspot" to delve into th...
2025-08-0834 min
The African Authors PodcastLove & Poetry with Margaret Gathenya | Ep. 16Title: Love & Poetry with Margaret Gathenya | Ep. 16Episode Number: #16Guest: Margaret GathenyaRelease Date: 1st August, 2025Description:On the show this week, we are joined by one of Africa's finest sensual and vulnerable writers, Margaret Gathenya. She gets really candid with us about her journey from writing to filmmaking and how that has shaped her view of the world. Margaret tells us about her writing style, and she often describes herself (3:12) as a "sensual writer" who writes from deep emotional viewpoints drawn from her personal romantic experiences. She talks about exper...
2025-08-0152 min
The African Authors PodcastLost in You with Maranatha Abutu | Ep. 15Title: Lost in You with Maranatha Abutu | Ep. 15Episode Number: #15Guest: Maranatha AbutuRelease Date: 25th July 2025Description:On the show this week, we are joined by the voluble and delectable Maranatha Abutu one of Nigeria's finest romance novelists, charting a unique lane in the African literature space. As a seasoned podcaster and conversationalist herself, Mara takes us on her journey (7:00) from choosing to studying industrial chemistry in university to delving into a writing career in 2020 upon publishing her first book, "Leila Khalid" one she considers her career's "guinea pig...
2025-07-2558 min
The African Authors PodcastThe Days We Long For with Oluwabunmi Adaramola | Ep. 14Title: The Days We Long For with Oluwabunmi Adaramola | Ep. 14Episode Number: #14Guest: Oluwabunmi AdaramolaRelease Date: 11th July 2025Description:On the show this week, we have one of Africa's finest writers and legal aficionados in the diaspora in Olubunmi Adaramola. The UK-based Nigerian author chats with us about growing up (4:54) in Ibadan, Nigeria, and being an expressive kid. Then she discusses identifying as a writer and intersectional feminist (9:35) and how that influences her writing style (15:29) and storytelling. Then she gets candid with us, narrating the emotionally stressful process (17:57) of wr...
2025-07-1141 min
The African Authors PodcastThe Years of Blood with Adedayo Agarau | Ep. 13Title: The Years of Blood with Adedayo Agarau | Ep. 13Episode Number: #13Guest: Adedayo AgarauRelease Date: 4th July 2025Description:On the show this week, we have our first poet on the podcast, and we hit a goldmine, landing a prominent name in the African poetry space in Adedayo Agarau, a Wallace Stegner Fellow. He joins us to discuss his journey as a poet and the alternating parallels he has had to navigate the further he has gone in his career. Adedayo starts off (4:39) talking to us about his new boo...
2025-07-041h 05
The African Authors PodcastHeart of Resilience and Transformation with Nicholas Kisara | Ep. 12Title: Heart of Resilience and Transformation with Nicholas KisaraEpisode Number: #12Guest: Nicholas KisaraRelease Date: 27th June 2025Description:On the show this week, we have one of Kenya's inspiring authors, Nicholas Kisara, known for his unique way of telling real-life stories. Nicholas starts off (4:55) the show by telling us about his childhood growing up in Mombasa, Kenya, and experiencing the mountains and nature of Kenya. Then he talks about leaving home (7:24) as a young man to find a better life for his siblings. In the main portion of this ep...
2025-06-2748 min
The African Authors PodcastThe Lagos Flash Fiction Series and Nothing Comes Close with Popoola Tolulope | Ep. 11Title: The Lagos Flash Fiction Series and Nothing Comes Close with Tolulope PopoolaEpisode Number: #11Guest: Tolulope PopoolaRelease Date: 20th June 2025Description:On the show this week, we have the Queen of Flash Fiction herself, Tolulope Popoola, one of Nigeria's most influential writers known for her captivating storytelling and sixth sense for character layering. Our host starts off with rapid-fire questions (2:07) at our guest, which she answered with great wit and grace. She also tells us the story (2:42) behind her famous alias, "The Queen of Flash Fiction," and every...
2025-06-2037 min
Creatives Like UsNo More Gatekeeping: Law, Business and Doing Things DifferentlyIn this episode, Ange talks to Nkem Ekwukoma, a lawyer who’s doing things very differently. Nkem is the founder of The Legal Storyteller, where she helps small business owners, especially women and people of colour, understand and manage the legal side of their work in a way that actually makes sense. No jargon, no intimidation, just clear, creative support that gives people confidence. She’s not interested in gatekeeping or ticking boxes – she wants legal literacy to be something everyone can access, and she’s built a business around making that happen.Nkem shares how burnout, being ov...
2025-06-1539 min
The African Authors PodcastOphelia and Eastern Butterfly with Sandra Nekh | Ep. 10Title: Ophelia and Eastern Butterfly with Sandra NekhEpisode Number: #10Guest: Sandra NekhRelease Date: 11th June 2025Description:On the show this week, we have one of Kenya's priced jewels in the country's literature space. She starts off the show (2:19) by telling us how she got into writing, watching Hollywood movies, and reading books back in the day, and trying to model the storyline in her own words. Then she talks about taking five years (3:29) to write her first book and having issues (6:11) with publishing in Kenya. She also narra...
2025-06-111h 24
The African Authors PodcastLove's Direction and Love's Beacon with Iyanuoluwa Olorode | Ep. 09Title: Love's Direction and Love's Beacon with Iyanuoluwa OlorodeEpisode Number: #9Guest: Iyanuoluwa OlorodeRelease Date: 2nd June, 2025Description:On the show this week, we have one of Nigeria's brightest minds in the Christian novelist space. She starts off the show revealing how she got inspiration (2:13) from a Sunday school for her debut novel. Then she talks about her love for some of her favorite characters (3:55) as an author, and getting attached to them, her journey as a writer (5:04), and how she started writing Christian stories. She talks about going through a gnashing experience (7:09) that made he...
2025-06-0237 min
The African Authors PodcastPrince of Monkeys and The Brevity of Beautiful Things with Nnamdi Ehirim | Ep. 08Title: Prince of Monkeys and The Brevity of Beautiful Things with Nnamdi EhirimEpisode Number: #8Guest: Nnamdi EhirimRelease Date: 9th May, 2025Description:This week, we have seasoned Nigerian storyteller Nnamdi Ehirim on the show. He starts off recounting how he got into storytelling (1:00) from listening to hip-hop early and writing his first verses to Nas' "One Mic". Then we delve into the review of his books "The Brevity of Beautiful Things" and "Prince of Monkeys" (6:03) and walk through his creative mind writing these stories, his perspective...
2025-05-0847 min
The African Authors PodcastCall me Jemila with Camaa Pearl | Ep. 07Title: Call me Jemila with Camaa PearlEpisode Number: #7Guest: Camaa PearlRelease Date: 31st March, 2025Description:In this episode, we talked about being an author, the process that goes into promoting your book, dealing with book piracy, the overwhelming feeling of getting a one-star rating, and other interesting topics. This episode like every other episode is a masterclass for up-and-coming authors regardless of your genre.Key Takeaways:Readers need to be kind when leaving reviews on books.Support the author and her book
2025-03-3147 min
The African Authors PodcastThe Smoke That Thunders with Erhu Kome | Ep. 06The Smoke That Thunders with Erhu KomeEpisode Number: #6Guest: Erhu KomeDescription:Erhu Kome talks about her heartbreaking experience fighting for the rights to one of her books. Her gratitude for the journey so far and one piece of advice she would give any up-and-coming author.Listen Now On: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Afripods, and Jamit.Follow, Subscribe, and Leave a Review.Resources & Mentions:Book: The Smoke That ThundersHost: Uche...
2025-03-1953 min
The African Authors PodcastShattered with Rosemary Okafor | Ep. 05Shattered with Rosemary OkaforEpisode Number: #5Guest: Rosemary OkaforDescription: Rosemary talks about her favorite African authors, books, publishing, and what it feels like to be an author. Listen to her share her experience as an author and let us know what about this conversation fascinates you. Listen Now on Spotify, Afripods, Apple Podcast, and Jamit. Make sure to follow us, subscribe, and leave a review. Resources & Mentions:Book: ShatteredHost: Ameenat...
2025-03-191h 12
The African Authors PodcastAdanna and Ginika's Bridesmaids with Adesuwa O'man Nwokedi | Ep. 04Adanna and Ginika's Bridesmaids with Adesuwa O'man NwokediEpisode Number: #4Guest: Adesuwa O'man NwokediRelease Date: 22nd March, 2025Description:We sat down to talk about publishing, being an author, and how social media continues to be a driver in discovering great books. Enjoy.Listen Now On: Spotify, Afripods, Apple Podcast, and JamitResources & Mentions:Books Mentioned: Adanne, No Perfect Love, Ginika's BridesmaidsHost: Uche Ezeudu (Nessiebloom on X and...
2025-03-1952 min
The African Authors PodcastTomorrow I become a Woman with Aiwanose Odafen | Ep. 03Title: Tomorrow I become a Woman with Aiwanose OdafenEpisode Number: #3Guest: Aiwanose OdafenRelease Date: 15th March, 2025Description: Inspired by the real experiences of Nigerian women, Tomorrow I Become a Woman unravels the fraught bond between a mother and daughter as they navigate loss, duty, and the weight of expectations. Aiwanose Odafen’s striking debut is a profound meditation on the sacrifices women make for love and acceptance, the quiet strength found in female friendships, and the resilience it takes to carve out a life in a world that often re...
2025-03-151h 08
The African Authors PodcastTomorrow I become a Woman with Aiwanose OdafenTitle: Tomorrow I become a Woman with Aiwanose OdafenEpisode Number: #3Guest: Aiwanose OdafenRelease Date: 15th March, 2025Description: Inspired by the real experiences of Nigerian women, Tomorrow I Become a Woman unravels the fraught bond between a mother and daughter as they navigate loss, duty, and the weight of expectations. Aiwanose Odafen’s striking debut is a profound meditation on the sacrifices women make for love and acceptance, the quiet strength found in female friendships, and the resilience it takes to carve out a life in a world that often re...
2025-03-151h 08
The African Authors PodcastNo Nigerian Will Make Heaven? with Peter Aghogho Omuvwie | Ep. 02Title: No Nigerian Will Make Heaven? with Peter Aghogho OmuvwieEpisode Number: #2Guest: Peter Aghogho OmuvwieRelease Date: 8th March, 2025Description: No Nigerian Will Make Heaven? Tales From An Aspiring Failed Nation-State is a fearless and unflinching examination of modern Nigeria. Through the sharp, unrelenting gaze of Omuwvie, the book exposes how the nation's foundations have set the stage for its ongoing political, economic, and social crises.Key Takeaways:Nigeria’s dysfunction is by design, not accident.Omuwvie challenges the re...
2025-03-081h 00
The African Authors PodcastNo Nigerian Will Make Heaven? with Peter Aghogho OmuvwieTitle: No Nigerian Will Make Heaven? with Peter Aghogho OmuvwieEpisode Number: #2Guest: Peter Aghogho OmuvwieRelease Date: 8th March, 2025Description: No Nigerian Will Make Heaven? Tales From An Aspiring Failed Nation-State is a fearless and unflinching examination of modern Nigeria. Through the sharp, unrelenting gaze of Omuwvie, the book exposes how the nation's foundations have set the stage for its ongoing political, economic, and social crises.Key Takeaways:Nigeria’s dysfunction is by design, not accident.Omuwvie challenges the re...
2025-03-081h 00
The African Authors PodcastWhat Love Left Unfinished with Esther Okuru | Ep. 01Title: What Love Left Unfinished with Esther OkuruEpisode: #1Guest: Esther OkuruHost: Uche EzeuduAudio Producer: Tony Doe OnwuchekwaAudio Director: Anita Chinwendu OparaSponsor/Owner: Nkem CreativesRelease Date: 1st March, 2025Description: "What Love Left Unfinished" is the kind of story that stays with you long after you’ve heard it. Esther and Tobi’s love was just...
2025-03-0143 min
The African Authors PodcastWhat Love Left Unfinished with Esther OkuruTitle: What Love Left Unfinished with Esther OkuruEpisode: #E1Guest: Esther OkuruHost: Uche EzeuduAudio Producer: Tony Doe OnwuchekwaAudio Director: Anita Chinwendu OparaSponsor/Owner: Nkem CreativesRelease Date: 1st March, 2025Description: "What Love Left Unfinished" is the kind of story that stays with you long after you’ve heard it. Esther and Tobi’s love was...
2025-03-0143 min
The African Authors PodcastThe African Authors Podcast TrailerThe African Authors PodcastA podcast dedicated to celebrating Africa's literal community. From established to up-and-coming authors, we have got you covered with stories behind their books.
2025-02-1900 min
The African Authors PodcastThe African Authors Podcast TrailerThe African Authors PodcastA podcast dedicated to celebrating Africa's literal community. From established to up-and-coming authors, we have got you covered with stories behind their books.
2025-02-1900 min
Queen Raffy's SpaceHerBookShelf:Author Spotlight - Deborah AkintayoThis week on Herbookshelf, we're shining the spotlight on Deborah Akintayo, a talented author and conservation communicator who has woven a captivating tale that explores the vibrant city of Lagos.
We talk about her debut book, "Eko Cycle: FB's Journey through Lagos", a story that combines elements of adventure and environmental awareness, and takes you on a whirlwind ride through FB’s short life – the joy of human connection, the crushing despair of abandonment, the silent yearning for a life beyond the trash heap – as he’s forced to come to terms with the purpose of his existence. While observing the city...
2024-06-0528 min
White Label AmericanEp 166: A Triangulation ft Amir Bey, Grace Nkem, and Obinna ElechiOn our latest episode, we have a lineup of three incredible creatives: Amir Bey, Grace Nkem, and Obinna Elechi. They will captivate you with their inspiring stories, starting from their birth cities to their childhood memories and early sources of inspiration. Brace yourself as we take down the artificial walls that confine creativity! Our journey begins in Port Harcourt Nigeria, Tver Russia, New York, and Ann Arbor Michigan, but it doesn't stop there. We explore the boundless world beyond these cities, unraveling the artistic wonders that await.
If you're eager to witness the brilliance of our guests...
2023-11-291h 11
White Label AmericanEp 166: A Triangulation ft Amir Bey, Grace Nkem, and Obinna ElechiOn our latest episode, we have a lineup of three incredible creatives: Amir Bey, Grace Nkem, and Obinna Elechi. They will captivate you with their inspiring stories, starting from their birth cities to their childhood memories and early sources of inspiration. Brace yourself as we take down the artificial walls that confine creativity! Our journey begins in Port Harcourt Nigeria, Tver Russia, New York, and Ann Arbor Michigan, but it doesn't stop there. We explore the boundless world beyond these cities, unraveling the artistic wonders that await.
If you're eager to witness the brilliance of our guests...
2023-11-291h 11
Success Smoothie PodcastIt's not enough to make. You have to learn to market.Learn why we all need to learn to market if we desire true success as well as effective ways entrepreneurs and creatives can market their ideas, products and services both online and offline.
2020-06-2740 min
Fact Adjacent PodcastBlack Excellence🚨 Dress Rehearsal: 5 creatives discussing what Black Excellence means to us. Can it be cancelled? Can it be recalled? Maybe! Listen to us deep dive in what we think Black Excellence is, in 2020. The quality is practice, but the conversation is fuego!
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2020-06-2036 min