I Said What I Said

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I Said What I Said is one of Africa’s biggest podcasts, hosted by friends Jola (Jollz) and Feyikemi (FK) Abudu and they have been saying the quiet parts out loud since 2017. Each week, they unpack pop culture, careers, money, dating, family and the many confusions of modern adulthood with brutal honesty, big laughs and zero pretending. Come for the banter. Stay for the hot takes, hard truths and the comfort of knowing somebody else is also just figuring life out like you. Season 8 runs from February 2026 to December 2026. Follow @isaidwhatisaidpod on IG to stay up to date https://isaidwhatisaidpodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Jul 29

    The "Rising Star" Episode ft. Solana

    This week, we’re joined by the lady of the moment, talented singer-songwriter Solana. We get into her journey as an artist, the success of Okunkun and the gist on what life has been like as one of the industry’s most exciting new artists. As always, the dilemmas give us plenty to unpack, covering everything from spicy texts and building a business with an ex to some very questionable life decisions. We also get into societal expectations and the beliefs we sometimes have to unlearn as we grow. It’s a sweet and entertaining episode from start to finish. We hope you enjoy this amazing episode brought to you by our friends at Gordon’s, Kuda and Busha Busha Busha!! We’re currently on tour! Get your tickets here: https://linktr.ee/theiswispod Busha is a SEC-licensed digital asset exchange where you can buy, sell, and send digital assets anywhere in the world, and also save in naira or dollars with up to 20% annual interest.  Download the Busha App and use the code ISWIS or visit busha.io to get started! Kuda is a money app that helps you manage your money with less stress.  With Kuda Premium, you get cashback on bills, discounts and multiple free transfers every month. Download the Kuda app or visit Kuda.com for more details. Don't forget to use #ISWIS or #ISWISPodcast to share your thoughts while listening to the podcast! We love reading your posts on X! Rate the show 5 stars on whatever app you listen to, leave a review, share it with everyone you know, and if you also watch on YouTube, please subscribe, like, and leave a comment! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  2. Jul 22

    The "Look Good, Feel Great" Episode ft. Hilary Taiwo

    This week, we’re joined by Hilary Taiwo, founder of Hilary Says, for a fun and insightful conversation about skincare, beauty, business and so much more. We answer some serious—and very unserious—skincare questions, break down the basics of building a healthy routine and discuss how to keep your skin healthy as you get older. Hilary also shares the incredible journey behind building Hilary Says. As always, the dilemmas are insane, covering lying in relationships, complicated exes, marriage, difficult family dynamics and everything in between. We hope you enjoy this amazing episode brought to you by our friends at HilarySays, Gordon’s, Kuda and Busha! We’re going on our biggest tour yet! Get your tickets here: https://linktr.ee/theiswispod To book a consultation and start your skincare journey. Make sure to visit: https://hilarysays.com Busha is a SEC-licensed digital asset exchange where you can buy, sell, and send digital assets anywhere in the world, and also save in naira or dollars with up to 20% annual interest.  Download the Busha App and use the code ISWIS or visit busha.io to get started! Kuda is a money app that helps you manage your money with less stress. With Kuda Premium, you get cashback on bills, discounts and multiple free transfers every month. Download the Kuda app or visit Kuda.com for more details. Don't forget to use #ISWIS or #ISWISPodcast to share your thoughts while listening to the podcast! We love reading your posts on X! Rate the show 5 stars on whatever app you listen to, leave a review, share it with everyone you know, and if you also watch on YouTube, please subscribe, like, and leave a comment! Make sure to follow us on: Twitter: @ISWISPodcast Instagram: @isaidwhatisaidpod Youtube: @isaidwhatisaidpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  3. Jul 14

    The "Most Booked" Episode ft. David Makinde

    This week, we’re joined by the Most Booked Comedian in Nigeria, Makinde David and we had a very jolly time. We get into his upcoming comedy show, the story behind his title and some very wild moments from his life and career. Our listeners did not disappoint with the dilemmas. We have someone who is convinced their boss is a cultist and another who has somehow become besties with the wife of the man she’s seeing. Prepare to be thoroughly entertained from start to finish.  Enjoy this hilarious episode brought to you by our friends at Busha & Kuda Bank We’re going on our biggest tour yet! Get your tickets here: https://linktr.ee/theiswispod Get your tickets to see Most Booked live here: https://usexara.ai/ticket/event/makinde-david? Busha is a SEC-licensed digital asset exchange where you can buy, sell, and send digital assets anywhere in the world, and also save in naira or dollars with up to 20% annual interest.   Download the Busha App and use the code ISWIS or visit busha.io to get started! Kuda is a money app that helps you manage your money with less stress. With Kuda Premium, you get cashback on bills, discounts and multiple free transfers every month. Download the Kuda app or visit Kuda.com for more details. Don't forget to use #ISWIS or #ISWISPodcast to share your thoughts while listening to the podcast! We love reading your posts on X! Rate the show 5 stars on whatever app you listen to, leave a review, share it with everyone you know, and if you also watch on YouTube, please subscribe, like, and leave a comment! Make sure to follow us on: Twitter: @ISWISPodcast Instagram: @isaidwhatisaidpod Youtube: @isaidwhatisaidpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  4. Jul 7

    The "Fund my Masters" Episode

    This week, it’s just us girls. We start off strong with a little chat about water sports which somehow turns into a history lesson. We get into trusting your gut, decentering partners in healthy relationships and some very necessary advice on rejection and getting out of your own head. The dilemmas this week are insane. One listener loves her boyfriend but is starting to question his very intense brand of spirituality. Another listener needs advice for their sister, who is considering putting her dreams on hold to fund her boyfriend’s master’s degree. As always, we wrap things up with wonderful advice and enough laughs to get you through the week. Enjoy this amazing episode brought to you by our friends at Gordon’s Gin, Kuda Bank & Busha. We’re going on our biggest tour yet! Get your tickets here: https://linktr.ee/theiswispod Busha is a SEC-licensed digital asset exchange where you can buy, sell, and send digital assets anywhere in the world, and also save in naira or dollars with up to 20% annual interest.  Download the Busha App and use the code ISWIS or visit busha.io to get started! Kuda is a money app that helps you manage your money with less stress. With Kuda Premium, you get cashback on bills, discounts and multiple free transfers every month. Download the Kuda app or visit Kuda.com for more details. Don't forget to use #ISWIS or #ISWISPodcast to share your thoughts while listening to the podcast! We love reading your posts on X! Rate the show 5 stars on whatever app you listen to, leave a review, share it with everyone you know, and if you also watch on YouTube, please subscribe, like, and leave a comment! Make sure to follow us on: Twitter: @ISWISPodcast Instagram: @isaidwhatisaidpod YouTube: @isaidwhatisaidpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  5. Jul 1

    The "Money Comes To Me" Episode ft. Fareedah Abdulsalam

    This week, we’re joined by Fareedah Abdulsalam, Product Marketing Manager at Busha, to talk about all things money. We get into our personal money problems, the habits we’ve inherited, investing, the concept (or myth?) of building generational wealth and how finances can shape our friendships and romantic relationships. We also get a little delulu about the levels of wealth we’d love to attain. The dilemmas don’t disappoint either. One listener is in serious distress after lending her fiancé $10,000, while another has been paying for everything in her relationship only to receive a prayer for her birthday. It’s a banger as always. Enjoy this special episode brought to you by our friends at Busha! Busha! Busha! Busha is a SEC-licensed digital asset exchange where you can buy, sell, and send digital assets anywhere in the world, and also save in naira or dollars with up to 20% annual interest.  Download the Busha App and use the code ISWIS or visit busha.io to get started! The bounce is going on tour! Get your tickets and more here: https://linktr.ee/theiswispod Don't forget to use #ISWIS or #ISWISPodcast to share your thoughts while listening to the podcast! We love reading your posts on X! Rate the show 5 stars on whatever app you listen to, leave a review, share it with everyone you know, and if you also watch on YouTube, please subscribe, like, and leave a comment! Make sure to follow us on: Twitter: @ISWISPodcast Instagram: @isaidwhatisaidpod Youtube: @isaidwhatisaidpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  6. Jun 24

    The "It's Not A Family Matter" Episode ft. Alexis Adelu Sanya-Kawa and Zulu Anyaogu of Mirabel Centre

    This week, the ladies are joined by Alexis Adelu Sanya-Kawa and Zulu Anyaogu from the Mirabel Centre for a very important conversation on sexual assault, domestic violence and survivor advocacy. As usual, they start the episode with a quick catch-up, dive into a few listener dilemmas, including some exciting updates from previous entries. Alexis and Zulu then guide us through the incredible work the Mirabel Centre has championed over the last 13 years as a sanctuary for survivors. They break down the institutional gaps in the system, the challenges survivors face when seeking help and healing, and the legislative reforms required to ensure lasting protection and justice. This is an eye-opening and deeply insightful episode. Support Mirabel Centre’s amazing work with a donation: https://mirabelcentre.org/donate/  Connect with Mirabel Centre: https://mirabelcentre.org/contact-us/   Enjoy this amazing episode brought to you by our friends at Gordon’s & Busha. Busha is a SEC-licensed digital asset exchange where you can buy, sell, and send digital assets anywhere in the world, and also save in naira or dollars with up to 20% annual interest.  Download the Busha App and use the code ISWIS or visit busha.io to get started! Don't forget to use #ISWIS or #ISWISPodcast to share your thoughts while listening to the podcast! We love reading your posts on X! Rate the show 5 stars on whatever app you listen to, leave a review, share it with everyone you know, and if you also watch on YouTube, please subscribe, like, and leave a comment! Make sure to follow us on: Twitter: @ISWISPodcast Instagram: @isaidwhatisaidpod YouTube: @isaidwhatisaidpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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I Said What I Said is one of Africa’s biggest podcasts, hosted by friends Jola (Jollz) and Feyikemi (FK) Abudu and they have been saying the quiet parts out loud since 2017. Each week, they unpack pop culture, careers, money, dating, family and the many confusions of modern adulthood with brutal honesty, big laughs and zero pretending. Come for the banter. Stay for the hot takes, hard truths and the comfort of knowing somebody else is also just figuring life out like you. Season 8 runs from February 2026 to December 2026. Follow @isaidwhatisaidpod on IG to stay up to date https://isaidwhatisaidpodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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