Loose Talk

Global Village

Loose Talk is a podcast about the conversations you should be having. It is hosted by Osagie Alonge, Steve Dede and Ayomide Tayo.

  1. fa 14 h

    Nigerian Magic

    AOT2, Osagie, and Steve kick off with the latest from the 2026 World Cup before reflecting on the role music producers have played in shaping the sound and global rise of Afrobeats. They also unpack the fake government agency scandal that allegedly secured ₦1.3 billion in the 2026 budget, examine the Federal Government’s sweeping NYSC reforms, and react to the controversy surrounding Baba Ijesha’s reception by the Ooni of Ife. The episode also features This Week in History, revisiting Nigeria’s first currency and the country’s first military coup, before signing out.OUTLINE00:00 - World Cup 202630:40 - Afrobeats and the impact of the producers to the culture 01:02:50 - Fake agency scandal  The presidency denies the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion CouncilPrince Adeniyi Adeyemi Matthew was arrested for forgery, conspiracy, and impersonation after posing as the agency's Director-General.Despite being entirely fake, the entity successfully secured ₦1.3 billion inside the official 2026 federal budget passed by the government.Presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga confirmed that Adeyemi is facing an eight-count charge at the Federal High Court in Abuja, with an official arraignment scheduled for July 27, 2026.01:43:30 - Tinubu approves major NYSC overhaul, introduces civilian leadership With the new format, NYSC will be led by civiliansOrientation is now set to be six (6) weeks to train corp members on digital, leadership and entrepreneurial skillsThe new framework also provides for skills-based primary assignments that align with graduates’ academic backgrounds and career aspirations, improved orientation camp standards through a national grading and certification system, and a redesigned NYSC uniform to reflect professionalism and national pride.The traditional Passing Out Parade will be replaced with a new graduation ceremony as part of the comprehensive restructuring of the scheme.02:26:10 - Baba Ijesha and his wife were hosted by the Ooni of Ife The convicted sexual abuser was presented with a brand new car and honoured with a chieftaincy title 02:34:20 - This Week In History Nigeria Issued Its First Currency The First Nigerian Coup02:44:00 - Sign Out----------------Follow Loose Talk on Twitter and Instagram.Write to us: fanmail@loosetalkgiants.comSupport Loose Talk: https://donate.stripe.com/bIY6oW0VHaHS2eA3ccLoose Talk is produced by Global Village.

    2 h 47 min

  2. 29 de juny

    Olodo Uprising [The Akara Economy]

    AOT2, Osagie, and Steve kick off with the latest action from the 2026 World Cup knockout stage before unpacking the First Lady’s plan to provide grants for women to start small businesses such as akara, roasted corn, and kuli-kuli ventures. They also examine the growing debate around intellectualism in Nigeria, sparked by Ycee’s comments on the country's changing culture and public discourse.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction28:30 - World Cup 2026 - Knockout Stage kicks off01:06:10 -  Our First Lady is giving grants to women to start Akara, roasted corn and Kuli Kuli businessAre we in an Olodo Uprising? Ycee commented on the decline in intellectualism in mainstream Nigeria 02:26:00 - Sign out----------------Follow Loose Talk on Twitter and Instagram.Write to us: fanmail@loosetalkgiants.comSupport Loose Talk: https://donate.stripe.com/bIY6oW0VHaHS2eA3ccLoose Talk is produced by Global Village.

    3 h 28 min

  3. 22 de juny

    Hydration Break

    AOT2, Osagie, and Steve kick off with the biggest talking points from the 2026 World Cup before turning their attention to the Federal Government’s newly launched free digital TV service and the questions surrounding its sustainability and impact. They also unpack Lagos’ long-running waste management crisis and what it says about governance in Nigeria’s commercial capital. The episode features This Week in History, revisiting the introduction of Sharia law in Kano State, and rounds off with a deep dive into the latest stories shaping pop culture.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction01:27:50 -  Nigeria’s Free TV  The Federal Government has launched free digital TV for NigeriansIt will have over 100 national, regional and state TV What is the operational strategy here01:54:50 - Lagos’s awful waste management 02:21:20 - This week in History- The Kano Sharia law02:24:20 - Pop culture03:20:00 -Sign Out----------------Follow Loose Talk on Twitter and Instagram.Write to us: fanmail@loosetalkgiants.comSupport Loose Talk: https://donate.stripe.com/bIY6oW0VHaHS2eA3ccLoose Talk is produced by Global Village.

    3 h 30 min

  4. 15 de juny

    Economic Level

    AOT2, Osagie, and Steve kick off with conversations around the 2026 World Cup and the New York Knicks’ NBA Championship triumph before taking a trip back to Afrobeats’ remarkable 2014 run and the records that defined the era. They also discuss Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s allegations against Euracare Hospital following the death of her son, read Fan Mails, and revisit notable moments in 'THIS WEEK IN HISTORY'.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction48:25 - Afrobeats in 2014 run01:06:15 - Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie blames Euracare Hospital for the death of her son02:00:00 - Fan mails02:09:20 - This week in history03:00:00 - Sign out----------------Follow Loose Talk on Twitter and Instagram.Write to us: fanmail@loosetalkgiants.comSupport Loose Talk: https://donate.stripe.com/bIY6oW0VHaHS2eA3ccLoose Talk is produced by Global Village.

    3 h 1 min

  5. 8 de juny

    The Flyover

    AOT2, Osagie, and Steve reflect on the evolution of Afrobeats, tracing its journey through different eras and asking whether albums still have the cultural impact they once did. They also discuss ITV Benin’s feature on a new flyover project in Edo State, RCCG’s response to claims about Pastor Adeboye, and the conversations surrounding both stories. The episode also features This Week in History, and a look ahead to the 2026 World Cup.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction01:58:30 - ITV Benin did a news feature on a new flyover being constructed by the Senator Monday Okpebholo administration. 02:25:20 - RCCG Public Relations Department says the lies about Pastor Adeboye have become too much02:42:27 - This week in history02:55:10 - The 2026 World Cup03:08:57 - Sign out----------------Follow Loose Talk on Twitter and Instagram.Write to us: fanmail@loosetalkgiants.comSupport Loose Talk: https://donate.stripe.com/bIY6oW0VHaHS2eA3ccLoose Talk is produced by Global Village.

    3 h 11 min

  6. 1 de juny

    ICEPOD

    AOT2, Osagie, and Steve kick off with a catch-up, touching on the UEFA Champions League final, pop culture, and the state of insecurity in Nigeria. They then tackle the question of whether Ojude Oba should have gone ahead while kidnappers were still holding children, examining the differing views around celebration, culture, and national tragedy.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction and Catch-up02:01:00 -  Should Ojude Oba Have Held While Children Were Still Kidnapped?02:27:50 - Sign out----------------Follow Loose Talk on Twitter and Instagram.Write to us: fanmail@loosetalkgiants.comSupport Loose Talk: https://donate.stripe.com/bIY6oW0VHaHS2eA3ccLoose Talk is produced by Global Village.

    2 h 29 min

  7. 25 de maig

    Predicted Champions

    AOT2, Osagie, and Steve kick off with pop culture discussions, including Arsenal winning the Premier League, Niniola announcing the death of her husband and manager Michael Ndika, and Omah Lay’s comments on Nigerian music culture. They also touch on Nollywood and the growing conversation around AI and its impact on businesses. The episode also features "This Week in History" and "Fan Mails." OUTLINE00:00 - Co-hosts Introduction01:24:15 - Pop Culture02:35:35 - This Week In History02:42:00 - Fan mails03:16:00 - Sign out----------------Follow Loose Talk on Twitter and Instagram.Write to us: fanmail@loosetalkgiants.comSupport Loose Talk: https://donate.stripe.com/bIY6oW0VHaHS2eA3ccLoose Talk is produced by Global Village.

    3 h 20 min

  8. 18 de maig

    Cybercrime Slippery Slope

    AOT2, Osagie, and Steve kick off with an introduction before discussing the joint US-Nigeria military operation that reportedly led to the killing of ISIS’ second-in-command and one of the world’s most active terrorists. They also examine the sentencing of an internet troll over defamatory posts about Adekunle Gold and his family. The episode features This Week in History and wraps up with Fan Mails.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction55:50 - A joint US/Nigeria military operation has led to the killing of the second-in-command of ISIS globally, and the most active terrorist in the world01:10:50 - Internet troll sentenced to two years in prison for defamatory post about Adekunle Gold and his family 01:21:58 - This week in history01:50:20 - Fan mails ----------------Follow Loose Talk on Twitter and Instagram.Write to us: fanmail@loosetalkgiants.comSupport Loose Talk: https://donate.stripe.com/bIY6oW0VHaHS2eA3ccLoose Talk is produced by Global Village.

    3 h 26 min
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Loose Talk is a podcast about the conversations you should be having. It is hosted by Osagie Alonge, Steve Dede and Ayomide Tayo.

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  • Canal
    Global Village
  • Creació
    Global Village
  • Anys en actiu
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodis
    168
  • Qualificació
    Explícit
  • Copyright
    © Global Village
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    Loose Talk

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