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The Africalypso Podcast

Matilda Bakareshows.acast.com
The Africalypso Podcast is a captivating exploration of Nigerian society and culture hosted by Matilda, Hadiza, and Imanma, three Nigerians living in Canada. Join them as they delve into a diverse range of topics, sparking insightful conversations on social issues, history, politics, finances, and everything in between.With a blend of wit, intelligence, and good-natured banter, the hosts bring their distinct diasporic lens to the table, providing a fresh perspective on African culture and social dynamics and bring to the forefront the joys and complexities of navigating life between two worlds. They invite guests, experts, and thought leaders to join the conversation, fostering a rich dialogue that transcends borders and bridges the gap between Africa and the diaspora.Connect with the Africalypso community and stay updated on the latest episodes by following the podcast @AfricalypsoPod on all social media platforms.

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Episodes

The Amebo Interludes - Omicron vs. Detty December

On this Amebo Interlude we discuss:- The new Omicron variant of COVID-19 - The passing of Virgil Abloh and being kinder on the internet- Wizkid's concert at the O2- Our question of the weekWe're collecting listener letters and questions for our Christmas episode. Be sure to leave us a letter at:www.africalypsopodcast.com/contact/or curiouscat.qa/africalypsopodor DM us on any of our social media accounts @AfricalypsoPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Dec 01, 202145 min

Episode 82 - Journey of an OAP ft. Daniel Adaaja

On this episode, we are joined by our guest, Daniel Adaaja, an OAP, MC, voice over artist and creative director. We discuss his journey to becoming an OAP and what being a radio personality in Nigeria is like.We're collecting listener letters and questions for our Christmas episode. Be sure to leave us a letter at:https://www.africalypsopodcast.com/contact/or https://curiouscat.qa/africalypsopodor DM us on any of our social media accounts @AfricalypsoPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...

Nov 24, 20211 hr 12 min

The Amebo Interludes - Imanma's Bad Internet

On this Amebo Interlude we discuss:- The Lagos judicial panel confirming the Lekki Tollgate Massacre- The actor for Aminu's character being replaced on The Men's club - Detty December concert ticket prices- Our question of the weekAll while Imanma's internet does its own thing.Don't forget to follow us @AfricalypsoPod on our socials and check out the website: africalypsopodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 17, 202137 min

Episode 81 - On Identity ft. Hope Hajir

On this episode, we have a conversation with Hope Hajir on identity, the things that shape it and its complexities.Find Hope on Instagram @hopehajir Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 10, 20211 hr 4 min

The Amebo Interludes - Your Partner vs. Detty December

On this Amebo Interlude we discuss:- Jada Pinkett Smith making headlines again- Halloween this year- The collapsed building in Ikoyi- Getting your PVC in the 2nd quarter of continuous voter registration- Our question of the weekDon't forget to follow us @AfricalypsoPod on our socials and check out the website: africalypsopodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 03, 202142 min

Episode 80 - A Leap of Faith ft. Titilope Sonuga

On this episode we are joined by poet, writer and performer, Titilope Sonuga. We delve into her journey from Civil Engineering to poetry.Poem at 00:26 - 'Becoming' by Titilope Sonuga Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 27, 20211 hr 25 min

The Amebo Interludes - 20.10.20

It's the one year anniversary of the #EndSARS protests and Lekki Massacre and we reflect on it in this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 20, 202129 min

Episode 79 - The IJGB Experience ft. Road to 30

On this episode, we are joined by the hosts of the Road to 30 podcast, Dolly and Isaac, to discuss their experience moving back to Nigeria after living in the diaspora.Check out Road to 30 wherever you listen to podcasts and follow them on their socials @roadto30podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 13, 20211 hr 20 min

The Amebo Interludes - Cornflakes for Jihad

On this Amebo Interlude we discuss:- The Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp global outage- The 'Cornflakes of Jihad' article by David Hundeyin- Our immigration story and advise for new immigrants- Our question of the weekDon't forget to follow us @AfricalypsoPod on our socials and check out the website: africalypsopodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 06, 202143 min

Episode 78 - Lord Lugard’s Unsuccessful Project

Today, on our 4th annual Independence Day episode, we are joined by our guests, Larry and Owens. As tradition has it, we rant on all the current issues in Nigeria and try our best to come up with things to be proud of as Nigerians.Don't forget to follow us @AfricalypsoPod on our socials and check out the website: africalypsopodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 01, 20211 hr 21 min

Episode 77 - On Infertility ft. Ruby Suze

On this episode we discuss infertility with our guest, Ruby Suze.Check out her Instagram @rubysuzecreates and her YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/c/RubySuze Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 22, 20211 hr 26 min

The Amebo Interludes - King of Boys

On this Amebo Interlude we discuss the new King of Boys limited series on Netflix and then delve into our question of the week.Don't forget to follow us @AfricalypsoPod on our socials and check out the website: africalypsopodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 15, 202149 min

Episode 76 - Old vs New Nollywood ft. Segun Arinze

On this episode, we are joined by veteran actor, Segun Arinze, and we discuss his career and the Nollywood industry.https://linktr.ee/africalypsopod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 08, 202147 min

The Amebo Interludes - Vaccine Passports: Yay or Nay?

On this Amebo Interlude we discuss:- Saudi Arabia mass recruiting Nigerian doctors while the doctors are on strike- Vaccine passports- Jim Iyke vs. Uche Maduagwu- Our question of the weekDon't forget to follow us @AfricalypsoPod on our socials and check out the website: africalypsopodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 01, 202137 min

Episode 75 - What Even is Success?

We all talk about being successful and there are countless master classes on how to achieve success but this week, we pause to ask ourselves the all-important question of what success actually even means.We chat about what we had been up to over our long hiatus so if you want to jump right into the topic, skip to 6:35.https://linktr.ee/africalypsopod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 25, 202146 min

Season 7 Trailer

The new season The Africalypso Podcast will be back in your ears on Wednesday August 25th! Subscribe to get updates when the episode drops.linktr.ee/africalypsopod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 20, 202150 sec

Bonus Episode - Nigeria vs. Twitter

On this minisode, we discuss Nigeria's Twitter ban.Don't forget to follow us @AfricalypsoPod on our socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 10, 202131 min

Episode 74 - On Dealing With Body Weight

On this week's episode, we explore our relationships with our body weights at different stages in our lives, how societal factors growing up in Nigeria contributed to it and how to approach it healthier.TRIGGER WARNING: We talk about eating disorders on this episode.Don’t forget to enter the giveaway by following our social media accounts listed below (Facebook is optional), post us on your stories and tag us so we see it, and we’ll be picking the winner of the $100 Amazon gift card on Wednesday...

May 19, 20211 hr 21 min

The Amebo Interludes - March Madness

On our final Amebo Interlude and episode for the season, we discuss:- Derick Jaxn's cheating scandal- The Quavo and Saweetie breakup- Adekunle Gold allegedly cheating on Simi- African/black women not being truthful about how much money they make/haveDon't forget to follow us @AfricalypsoPod on our socials. We'll be active there over our break but catch us back here in May with new episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Mar 31, 202158 min

Episode 73 - On Entrepreneurship ft. Nana Safori

On this episode, we discuss the ups and downs of the entrepreneurship journey with our guest, Nana.Don't forget to follow us @AfricalypsoPod on our socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 24, 20211 hr 1 min

AfriCanna Express - Yahoo Boy Consultant ft. Raphael Harry

The AfriCanna gang is back! Matilda, Uno, Stan and Shiro are joined by a guest and fellow podcaster, Raphael Harry. He shares multiple stories from the different hats he has worn and walks us through how he eventually ended up podcasting.Raphael hosts the White Label American podcast, check it out wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow @whitelabelamerican on Instagram and @PodWLA on Twitter.Don't forget to follow us @AfricalypsoPod on all socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...

Mar 17, 20211 hr 6 min

Episode 72 - A Year In The Pandemonium

On this episode, we reflect on a year of being in a Pandemic.Don't forget to follow us at @AfricalypsoPod on our socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 10, 20211 hr 6 min

The Amebo Interludes - Aunty Liz, Are You a Feminist?

On this Amebo Interlude we discuss:- The recent kidnapping of 300 schoolgirls in Zamfara- Nigeria receiving COVID-19 vaccines in March, 2021- Davido and Chioma's alleged breakup- Love Island South Africa's cast- The video clips of Liz Benson on Mercy Johnson's cooking showDon't forget to follow us @AfricalypsoPod on our socials Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 03, 202140 min

Episode 71 - University: Home and Away ft. Nosa Iyare

On this episode, we are joined by Nosa to compare our university experiences in Nigeria and abroad.Nosa hosts the Culture Class Podcast. Check it out at: https://www.cultureclasspodcast.com/Also be sure to check out his event, People of Culture, happening on Saturday February 27th. Find more information on the website: https://pocevent.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 24, 202157 min

The Amebo Interludes - Aunty Ngozi

On this Amebo Interlude we discuss:- The stay-at-home order being lifted in Ontario- Valentine's Day 2021- Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala's appointment as the director-general of the World Trade Organization- First/Second Gentlemen- Code switching and faking accents- Nigerian police beating and arresting protesters at the Lekki toll gateDon't forget to follow us @AfricalypsoPod on our socials Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 17, 202132 min

Episode 70 - On Medical Racism ft. Toni Okuboyejo

On today's episode, we are joined by our guest, Toni Okuboyejo, to discuss racism in the healthcare system in the West.Find Toni @toniokuboyejo on IG and Twitter and don't forget to follow us @AfricalypsoPod on our socials Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 10, 20211 hr 26 min

The Amebo Interludes - Lockdown Palava

Happy Black History month!! On this Amebo Interlude we discuss:- Canada's new travel restrictions- Valentine's Day in a pandemic- Our understanding of what is happening with GameStop and Wall Street- The next possible pandemic and what we'd do of we knew a pandemic was coming- Our Nairaland question of the weekDon't forget to follow us @AfricalypsoPod on our socials Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 03, 202142 min

Episode 69 - Pro-Choice/Pro-Life ft. Enobong Asanga

On today's episode, we explore the Pro-Choice/Pro-Life debate with our guest, Nono.Don't forget to follow us on our socials @AfricalypsoPod and share your thoughts on this topic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 27, 20211 hr 22 min

The Amebo Interludes - TRAD ft. Odogwu Chukky Ibe

On today's episode, we discuss TRAD and the ideas behind culture and tradition with our guest, Chukky Ibe.Check out TRAD on Instagram @trad_magazine and their website https://tradmag.ca/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 20, 20211 hr 11 min

Episode 68 - On Financial Planning ft. George Oni

On this episode, we discuss financial planning with our guest, George Oni.You can find George @George_Oni on Twitter and don't forget to follow us on our socials @AfricalypsoPod. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 13, 20211 hr 17 min
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