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TRUTH BE TOLDTHE DEARTH OF INTELLECTUALS IN NIGERIAThis episode is celebration of little consistency - first time in a long while I'm releasing back to back episodes without apologising for long delay. It also captures the prevailing dearth of intellectuals globally but more disturbing in Nigeria. Netizens are more dumb even in this age of AI, quick fact checking tools and the rise of more swift-to-act enablers. Here in Nigeria, our lingos have been indoctrinated into the Oxford Dictionary, a school teacher spanking a child with an iron fist has been arrested. Though with a misleading headline it is the news that a former Catholic priest is...2025-01-101h 11
TRUTH BE TOLDREMOTE OBLEEAlas! 2024 bids us farewell, but not without the unending documentation of key occurences, social unrest, and the in-betweens of life. On this episode, I touched on the three too many stampedes that ended the lives of kids and adults in Ibadan, Anambra, and Abuja, the first installment of Dele Farotimi v Aare Afe Babalola case, the yuletide special bout between IJGBs and Lagos Babes, and the incredible shock knowing that a seating governor's inability to read numbers during budget presentation without gaffing is a sign of honesty. On the foreign scene but tied to the home front, Kemi Badenoch( UK...2024-12-311h 10
TRUTH BE TOLDPART TIME PRESIDENCYThis episode starts with a layman deep dive into the Dangote Refinery versus NNPLC rhetoric concerning the preferred currency to transact for PMS. Then I touched on the chill interest of the Minister of Petroleum, who is on intermittent sabbatical outside his PPA. Our Paralympians are back into the country after papering the disappointment of their forerunners who ended their oarticioatiib without any medal. These special athletes got 7 medals for their troubles, and our first lady regalled with cash gift. This is far from the actual development needed to aid better preparation, but we always clap for this act because...2024-09-191h 02
TRUTH BE TOLDUNMARRIED MEN ALSO CRYUnmarried men share their plights in a merciless world where they are judged by what they provide. We dissected the reasons our missing ribs have not been found, as well as the battles we fight every day to remain responsible in a society that aggrandize moral decadence. Still bachelors climbing the ladder of manly lifestyle, we highlighted the merits and demerits of living alone. We also touched on the perks of gender roles and how our roles are regularly thankless. We are fully aware of the parental vacuum that leads to daddy issues, and as men, we demystify the false...2024-08-271h 15TRUTH BE TOLDPROTEST OLYMPICSThis episode is a heart to heart conversation with my man dem. It started with a memory travel back to our undergraduate university days - the trauma we experienced and the the fun we made out of it. Then we switched up to giving each other our respective flowers because we don't do after death. There was also time to discuss the just concluded Paris 2024 Olympics layered with Nigeria's medalless participation as well as the embarrassment dished out to the Nigerian who was disqualified from the SA pageantry. Who would have thought that PROTEST OLYMPICS is a worthwhile sport in...2024-08-141h 35
TRUTH BE TOLDHAND OF GOD AND FOODHaving spent three months or thereabout away from this space, I found new zest with support from ANJOLA FATUASE AND ODINAKWA MOKWE as we chatted on trendy issues - the difference in public and private university, the biggest wedding party involving Davido and Chioma, the anyhowness in Nigeria, and the myriad of mental health challenges we dodge and refuse to talk about. It was truly a heart to heart conversation where the Hand of God and food took it rightful place.2024-07-011h 00
TRUTH BE TOLDWHAT NOW? WITH OBAJIMI JADESOLAMy trifecta episode with Obajimi Jadesola started with a heartfelt off-air catching up. And then we took it to another level on-air as we touched on the heavy burden of disappointment, failed dreams, and the edge of hopelessness of life, an average Nigerian fights back daily. We also addressed the uncertainty of life and the gruesome effect of world politics as we both studied the same course as undergraduates and the lack of humanity in today's world. Heartfelt conversation. Reminiscing old-time varsity trauma and a little bit of preferring solution to world problems. Political toodles! 🫠2024-04-0752 min
TRUTH BE TOLDWHAT NOW?My trifecta episode with Obajimi Jadesola started with a heartfelt off-air catching up. And then we took it to another level on-air as we touched on the heavy burden of disappointment, failed dreams, and the edge of hopelessness of life, an average Nigerian fights back daily. We also addressed the uncertainty of life and the gruesome effect of world politics as we both studied the same course as undergraduates and the lack of humanity in today's world. Heartfelt conversation. Reminiscing old-time varsity trauma and a little bit of preferring solution to world problems. Political toodles! 🫠2024-04-0752 minTRUTH BE TOLDWELCOME 2024It's my first voice out in 2024, and dead cert is not going to be the last.
I have so much to give this year. Fully energised to start with a bang, this trailer episode welcomes both old and first-time listeners to my corner where truth is abundantly told without the fear of being guilt tripped. If you are listening to this, you are going to be endlessly thrilled. Rest assured, this is going to be an
amazing 2024.
I can feel it coming!2024-01-2304 min
TRUTH BE TOLDCANCEL CULTURE WITH ISRAEL FADIORAOn this insightful episode, I delved into the complex dynamics of cancel culture with a remarkable 19-year-old guest of Nigerian descent living in the UK. My guest's wisdom and maturity shine as he explores the intricate balance between two worlds, fusing his cultural heritage with the demands of contemporary society. He also shares his unique perspective on the challenges and triumphs of navigating this delicate yet amazing blend with the European life while offering a fresh and thought-provoking take on the intersection of culture and true self-acceptance in a cancel culture-driven world.2023-11-0359 min
TRUTH BE TOLDREAL LIFE WITH DARE ANTHONIA AND DADA TOMILOLAAs we try to take charge of our life as true owners, we are humbled by life itself. Through the thick and thin of our existence, there is a fair share of unprecedented happenings that reshape our mind - things about life we wish we knew earlier. My guests, Dare Anthonia and Dada TOMILOLA, both thriving youths in a fake-it-till-you-make-it world share their thoughts on how they have been able to enjoy each phase of their respective lives. We also referenced our experiences for a more realistic conversation.2023-09-0355 min
TRUTH BE TOLDSTATE OF THE NATION(OFF THE PULPIT) WITH REVEREND FATHER CLEMENT OGUNLUSIOut of the abundance of his knowledge, I was able to scoop a drink to last me two years and a split second. My conversation with Reverend FATHER CLEMENT OGUNLUSI was a delightful mix of detailing his priestly journey, being an academician and spiritual counsellor to university students as well as retaining the sanctity of the Catholic Church in a current divisive world. And then we took advantage of this opportunity to slide in politics and the role clergymen should play in engendering a saner society.2023-04-161h 02
TRUTH BE TOLDAFROBEATS 2022 REVIEW WITH OBAJIMI JADESOLAAs a teaser for the ULTIMATE MUSIC COUNTDOWN 2022, my guest, OBAJIMI JADESOLA making her second appearance on the podcast, gave an insightful summary of Nigeria's music growth and acceptance across the world. We also touched on the sustainability of this organic appeal we have going for us as well as making predictions of breakout and next level artists in 2023. We spared time to recap artists/songs that made 2022 memorable.2022-12-1926 min
TRUTH BE TOLDTHE INNOCENCE OF AFROBEAT HACKERSBack on a solo run to give my long overdue stance on Nigeria's thriving music industry, I touched on notable artistes who have gotten the password to making Afrobeat hits. Actually, it is not a crime to hack the receptiveness of all demography, hence they harbour no guilt. But it's still terrific whenever they put out music with the instantaneous positive response they get in return. They have hacked Afrobeats. Truth be told, it is paradoxical because they are innocent of this sonic crime.2022-10-3137 min
TRUTH BE TOLDPERMUTATION AND PREDICTIONS OF THE 2023 GENERAL ELECTION IN NIGERIAA whirlwind of political sensitization has started and like never before, Nigerians are not sleeping on this golden chance to escape from the captivity of their tormentors. With the return of election campaign and the heightened search for uncommon hope to rely on going to the most delicate epoch of the country, I had two brilliant analyst; MARVELOUS ODUWOLE AND OJO OLAWALE JAMES to dissect the chances of famous aspirants and emerging dark horses at the 2023 GENERAL ELECTION.2022-10-121h 00
TRUTH BE TOLDRELIGION AND ITS USEFULNESS: THE CATHOLIC CHURCH PERSPECTIVETaking a dive into faith, my guest and I touched on the issue of religion and its heightened sensitivity. Using the Catholic Church as a case study, she highlighted some of the benefits of religion against the popular opinion that it is the opium of the masses and the hindrance to any meaningful growth and development in Nigeria and other countries big on religion. A balanced perspective is what you get and the logical analogy given makes this episode a must listen.2022-09-2153 min
TRUTH BE TOLDTOXIC MASCULINITY PART2 WITH CHARLES ONWUBUYAAdhering to the request for a male perspective, this episode is all about the continuation of our last discussion. My guest, CHARLES ONWUBUYA and I exchanged ideas on the prevalence of male superiority. We also drew instances that feed on the ego of men to adjudge their vile act as tenable.2022-09-0257 min
TRUTH BE TOLDTOXIC MASCULINITY (PART1) WITH PAULINE IHEMEIn a not-too-famous way, this episode entertains the thought and reaction of the opposite sex to discuss an issue facing the generation of Adam. As a first of two parts, my guest, Pauline Iheme, gives a feminine perspective to the issue of TOXIC MASCULINITY. She touched on the reason why it's still obtainable in our society today, how her gender aid and abate its continuity and the possible solutions to help reduce, if impossible to totally wipe out, the extremely unpleasant ignorance of male superiority.2022-08-2132 min
TRUTH BE TOLDACCENTISM: THE LINGUAL BIASIt will interest you to know that language/accent being the identity of a person is often used as a weapon of deprivation with job seekers at the receiving end. In a multiethnic country like Nigeria, Lingual bias is rife. The domino effect is felt in all sectors where recruitment happens. Just like other developed climes, it's a disturbing trend that needs to be addressed. My guest, OBAJINMI JADESOLA talked on the issue and like always on this podcast, proffered solutions with implementation style.2022-07-1632 minTRUTH BE TOLDMENTAL HEALTH IN NIGERIAUsing clear terms, my guest, a mental health expert Dr. Johanna Omoyeni belt out some of the often misconstrued standpoint on mental health. With enough firsthand experience, we get to know the real definition of mental health and the reasons why we don't prioritize it in this part of the world, and above all, solutions on how to be inclined to self help and love.2022-06-1034 minTRUTH BE TOLDTHE REBIRTH IN FOUR MINUTESIt's almost a year since the last episode. So much to be happy about and at the same time hopeful for. Pardon the subtle zest in my voice, I need another episode to get back my juice on. No pressure! It's still centred on truth telling without feeling the shame of guilt.2022-06-0204 min
Speak Poetry PodcastEven If I Die - Stephen OladejiEven If I Die - Stephen Oladeji2022-05-1302 min
The Gradient Boost NewsletterProject Podcast: Building a price estimation software to predict the price of unreleased gamesHope you are having a great week.As a reminder, The Gradient Boost is a platform enabling users to learn, get upskilled and get tech jobs through building mentor guided projects simulating real world tasks. Our projects are created by a combination of experienced professionals in Data Science, Data Engineering, DevOps and Software Engineering and companies. The best way to learn technical skills and kick start a solid career in these high paying fields is through building real world projects not only helping you understand how to apply your skills to practical business problems, but to communicate your...2021-12-031h 02TRUTH BE TOLDKEEPING TABS ON RELAXED HABITSWe all expected 2021 to be the year our return to the old normal is activated. Sadly, the news of a more deadly variant is circulating. On this episode, I brought up health tips on how to remain wiser than Coronavirus and other life threatening diseases.. Also, the issue of racism is revisited in the aftermath of Saka, Sancho and Rashford getting unprintable names having lost PKs at the Euro Final.2021-07-1719 min
The Gradient Boost NewsletterPartnership with the Port Harcourt School of AI Round TableWe recently spoke to Stephen Oladele, the dean of the Port Harcourt School of AI about our partnership to further our collective cause of enabling world-class data education for students looking to get into data science in Nigeria (and eventually Africa). We dove into detail regarding the intersection of aspirations and visions that led to this collaboration and how we see it developing in the future and more importantly helping students looking to get into data science achieve better outcomes.For full details of this partnership, here is a link to the press release from the P...2020-11-2748 minTRUTH BE TOLDHARMLESS REACTIONOn this easy going episode, I decided to be mellow with the hard talk although not stingy with the truth. What better way to ENTANGLE my listeners to my reaction to the subtle pitfalls of exceedingly open ended relationship. It's my TRUTH and I hope you accept it. But if you don't, hit me wirh your logical dispute with your feedbacks.2020-07-1216 minTRUTH BE TOLDKNOW YOUR WORTHOn this episode, I decided to talk about the bitter truth of not knowing what you want which leads to not KNOWING YOUR WORTH. Using myself as an example, I gave out freely, some steps I took to escape the trap of self-unbelief. I came out of it relatively unscathed. You can too.2020-06-1221 minTRUTH BE TOLDPSYCHOLOGICAL INSECURITY II(TRUTH BE TOLD)It's the concluding part on PSYCHOLOGICAL INSECURITY. This time, i fledged out what I excitingly started and it was insightful.2020-05-0925 min
TRUTH BE TOLDPSYCHOLOGICAL INSECURITYAs the first, i decided to talk about what many people naively shy away from - psychological insecurity. In an endemic clime like Nigeria, i gave out some clues to follow in order to defeat the depression of not getting the validation you desire from people. I hope you enjoy it. I will also be waiting for your feedbacks.2020-04-1310 min