Loose Talk

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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.

  1. 3D AGO

    From Lagos with Love

    AOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss the news of 1,000 Nigerians killed in violent attacks within just 41 days, unpacking its implications for security and leadership. They review the First Lady’s US media appearances and the controversy surrounding her statements, reflect on the military invasion of Fela’s Kalakuta Republic in This Week in History, discuss Ayomide Tayo’s 50 Greatest Nigerian Love Songs of All Time, and the Rolling Stone Africa AI debate, along with other trending stories.OUTLINE 00:00 - Introduction 36:40 -  A report says over 1,000 Nigerians have lost their lives in violent attacks in 2026 alone 01:40:30 - Our First Lady went to the United States, where she has been speaking to the media about the non-Christian persecution in Nigeria  In an interview with Fox News, she said it was a blessing that Trump recognized her at an event  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V66sfaDojcI https://x.com/FinPlanKaluAja1/status/2019506482623180846 In another interview, she said that some of the girls kidnapped by Boko Haram have fallen in love with their abductors  https://www.thefp.com/p/is-the-first-lady-of-nigeria-scared 01:48:00 - This Week In History - Nigeria soilders invaded the kalakuta republic to arrest Fela and leaving his morther Fumilayo Kuti crtically injured. Isaac Iboro 02:05:30 - 50 Greatest Nigeria Love Songs Of All Time by Ayomide Tayo (AOT2) https://thenaijaway.substack.com/p/50-greatest-nigerian-love-songs-of 03:18:00 - Rolling Stone Africa Caught Using Chat GPT https://x.com/WizkidSource/status/2019847147123011946?s=20

    3h 25m

  2. FEB 9

    You Must Dance

    AOT2, Osagie, and Steve start with a deep dive into Nollywood and the backlash over social media dance promotions for movies. They discuss the Tyla outrage following her Grammy win for Best African Music Performance, examine the rise of scammers with a focus on forex traders and Pastor Kingsley’s viral tattoo, and break down Seyi Tinubu’s City Boy movement and its political implications. The episode also features This Week in History and other news that made the rounds. OUTLINE 00:00 - Introduction 01:02:40 -  Nollywood has been torn apart over dancing to promote movies https://punchng.com/nollywood-torn-apart-over-social-media-dance-promotion/?utm_source=auto-read-also&utm_medium=web 01:28:40 - The Tyla Outrage Tyla won the Best African Music Performance at the GRAMMYs 02:32:30 - The Scammers are out.  Forex traders   Pastor Kingsley and his tattooTunde Onakoyahttps://www.instagram.com/dank_of_africa?igsh=MTFxeHZtNDFvOXY4dg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr 03:10:30 - Seyi Tinubu has launched the City Boy movement, recruiting a host of celebrities to campaign for President Tinubu  https://www.theafricareport.com/407861/nigeria-2027-tinubu-poaches-billionaire-cubana-to-slacken-obis-grip-on-the-south-east/ 03:13:20 - This week in history

    3h 22m

  3. FEB 2

    Lingua Franca

    AOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss the evolution of A.I and its impact on work and daily life. They touch on underage marriage and the health sector before covering This Week in History, Funke Akindele and Kunle Afolayan, the Grammys, Fan Mails, and other stories from the week.

    3h 9m

  4. JAN 26

    Need For Speed

    AOT2, Osagie, and Steve start with reactions to Speed’s visit to Nigeria, exploring the rise of begging culture and why it has become so prevalent. They highlight viral moments that sparked conversations online before moving to the AFCON Finals and the current mood around the tournament in Nigeria. The episode also features This Week in History and a lively debate on Seun Kuti vs Wizkid FC and other news that made the rounds this week. OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction55:40 -  Reactions to Speed’s visit to Nigeria  Begging in Nigeria There were a couple of moments when people were begging Speed for money, bringing up the conversation of the prevalent begging culture in Nigeria How did it get this bad? https://x.com/richo/status/2014005372713890283https://x.com/iamMrMarfo1/status/201399812933962957102:40:00 -  AFCON FINALS02:51:00 - This Week In History03:07:10 - Seun Kuti vs Wizkid FC

    3h 22m

  5. JAN 19

    I Just Know, I Don't Think

    AOT2, Osagie, and Steve start with AFCON discussions and the current mood around the tournament in Nigeria. They examine the National Bureau of Statistics’ new approach to calculating inflation and its real impact. The conversation moves to the World Bank raising Nigeria’s 2026 growth forecast and what that says about the economy. The episode also includes Nigerian songs that shaped 2016, This Week in History, and Fan Mails before wrapping up. OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction38:00 - AFCON conversations.01:20:00 - Nigeria Bureau of Statistics announces change of format for calculating inflation01:52:00 - The World Bank has increased its projection for Nigeria’s economic growth rate for 2026 to 4.4 percent from the 3.7 percent forecasted in June 2025.Nigerian songs that defined 2016 - by AOT202:05:50 - This week in History02:29:30 - Fan mails02:58:00 - Sign out

    2h 58m

  6. JAN 12

    Slumdog Billionaires

    AOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss AFCON and the reactions around the tournament, then move to reports of government raids and arrests of beggars. They break down Babcock University’s new restrictions on student appearance, examine the power struggle between Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara and former governor Nyesom Wike, and touch on KPMG’s criticism of errors and gaps in Nigeria’s new tax law, before closing with This Week in History.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction07:33 - AFCON conversations.49:20 - Government raids and arrests beggars 01:09:40 - Babcock University has banned: Dreadlocks, Beards, Joggers, Bubu, Danshiki, Sleeveless Gowns or Blouse, Sportswear, Baggy and Bodyhugs for students.01:20:50 -  Rivers State politics is dominated by an escalating power struggle between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike (currently the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory)01:54:50 - Auditing giant, KPMG, says Nigeria’s new tax law is full of “inherent errors, inconsistencies, gaps and omissions02:43:20 - This week in History

    3h 11m

  7. JAN 5

    Audacity

    AOT2, Osagie, and Steve react to reports around Anthony Joshua’s involvement in a tragic accident in Lagos, then discuss the Ilashe boat accident that claimed lives and the partial collapse of the 25-storey Great Nigeria Insurance House in Balogun Market. They also revisit key moments in This Week In History and close with a conversation on Lagos’ underground queer party scene, as shared by a gay couple navigating nightlife and community in the city. OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction47:00 - Anthony Joshua was involved in a tragic accident in Lagos01:25:30 - The boat accident at Ilashe that claimed lives 01:30:40 - Partial collapse of a 25-storey Great Nigeria Insurance House in Balogun Market, Lagos02:10:20 - This Week In History02:41:35 - Gay couple speaks on the amazing underground party scene for queer people in Lagos https://ffm.to/pen9g9m03:00:00 - Sign out.

    2h 42m

  8. 12/29/2025

    PHASE 2026

    AOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss the Diddy documentary and the reactions it has sparked, then touch on Detty December and its impact on culture and spending. They also examine AFRICOM’s missile strikes on ISIS-linked camps, the EFCC case involving former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami, and end with concerns around changes made to President Tinubu’s tax reform laws after National Assembly approval. OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction38:20 -  Diddy's Documentary 01:10:50 - Detty December01:47:50 - U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) launched Tomahawk cruise missiles from naval ships. The strikes targeted two camps used by foreign ISIS-linked elements and local affiliates, believed by security analysts to be the Lakurawa jihadi group. 02:13:40 -  Former Nigerian Attorney-General and Minister of Justice Abubakar Malami is currently embroiled in a high-profile legal battle with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) involving charges of massive financial misconduct and terrorism financing. 02:28:50 - Four new tax reform laws signed by President Bola Tinubu in June 2025 were materially altered after being passed by the National Assembly and before being officially gazetted 03:09:00 - Sign out

    3h 12m
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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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  • Channel
    Global Village
  • Creator
    Global Village
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    149
  • Rating
    Explicit
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