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. 5 days ago

    REVIVAL

    AOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss Nigeria’s updated emergency number before looking back at the COVID-19 pandemic and the year 2020. They also examine a pastor’s advice on helping men find partners and the debate around whether the CIA is funding Afrobeats. The episode features This Week in History and Fan Mails.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction19:20 - COVID; the year 202001:09:20 - Man of God charges men to link them up with women01:16:40 - Is the CIA funding Afrobeats?02:05:00 - This week in history02:08:50 - Fan mailsFootball Signal HQYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@footballsignalhqTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@footballsignalhqX (Twitter): https://x.com/footbalsignalhqInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/footballsignalhq/02:38:30 - 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. 28 Sept

    Traffic Is A Lifestyle

    AOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss politicians using the viral Niger teen miner as a political prop, Tinubu’s absence from the UN General Assembly, and traffic in Lagos. They also examine Nigeria’s education sector, state-generated revenue, pastors’ views on Nigeria’s global calling, and the New York Times’ 100 Best TV Shows of the 21st Century before signing ou OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction37:33 - Politicians have started using the boy from the mine as props  Atiku pledged a scholarship for himAtiku said Nigeria failed the boy 52:10 - Should we make it a big deal that President Tinubu failed to attend  UUGA again 01:42:40 - Deputy Governor of Lagos, Obafemi Hamzat says traffice in Lagos is not a problem, just a lifestyle 01:57:00 - The education sector in Nigeria02:23:50 - The 36 states and FCT in Nigeria generated 5.15 trillion naria in 202502:54:00 - Nigerian pastors say Nigeria’s calling is not technology or industries, but sending missionaries into the whole world Another Nigerian pastor says if Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos’ names would have appeared in the Bible, if it was written today 02:57:10 - NYT publishes the 100 Best TV shows of the 21st century. ----------------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. 21 Sept

    Brief and Debrief

    AOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss the deaths of illegal mining suspects in Nigerian custody and the AIG’s defense of the CP’s presence at the City Boy Movement in Lagos. They examine the opening of Chinese warehouses in Lagos and the protests from traders, alongside Dangote’s IPO. The episode also covers the online backlash faced by Arise News presenter Ojy Okpe following her interview with Aliko Dangote, and other news that made the rounds this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction23:40 -  AT LEAST 37 ILLEGAL MINING SUSPECTS FOUND DEAD IN NIGERIAN CUSTODY 01:13:25 - The AIG defends the CP presence at the City Boy Movement in Lagos01:42:40 - Chinese warehouses opening in Lagos and protests from tradersDangote IPO02:55:00 - Arise News presenter Ojy Okpe faces online backlash after asking Aliko Dangote if he still hoped to have a male heir.03:02:00 - This week in history03:07:30 - 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.

  4. 14 Sept

    Last Man Standing

    AOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss the ongoing trial of Lindsay Clancy and the latest developments as jurors deliberate after reaching an initial deadlock. They also dive into deep cuts from DJ Jimmy Jatt’s album, Dagrin and Ice Prince’s road to success, the state of the Nigerian economy, and Dangote shares, among other topics. The episode also features Fan Mails before wrapping up with a sign out. OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction01:07:24 - Lindsay Clancy's trial over the killing of her childrenJurors return in Lindsay Clancy trial after judge asks them to break deadlock01:34:50 - Fan mails02:51:50 - 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.

  5. 7 Sept

    Uber has Bolted

    AOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss Very Dark Man’s appearance at the Nigerian Bar Association’s Annual General Conference and a major romance scam involving a man who posed as an NFL player. They also examine Uber’s exit from Nigeria, Tekno’s views on Afrobeats, and DJ Big N’s open letter to Burna Boy, Wizkid, and Davido. The episode features This Week in History, new albums from Victony, Ayra Starr, and Ladipoe, 50 Cent’s decision not to release an album, and the death of Igho “Tiny” Ubiribo. OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction49:20 - Nigerian activist and internet personality Very Dark Man appeared as a panellist at the 66th Annual General Conference of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) in Port Harcourt01:05:00 - Man posed as 49ers player to scam women out of $1.3m caught by the FBI01:42:00 -  Uber officially ended its ride-hailing operations in Nigeria on September 2, 2026, wrapping up a 12-year stint in the country. 02:34:10 - Tekno and his Afrobeats take02:44:35 - This week in history02:54:00 - DJ Big N writes an open letter to Burna Boy, Wizkid, and Davido.03:06:50 - New Albums Worth Checking Out Victony’s “STARLIFE” album Ayra Starr's "Starrgirl" albumLadipoe's "Revival" album03:24:00 - 50 Cent explains why he won’t drop an album 03:41:19 - Nigerian-British businessman and social media influencer Igho "Tiny" Ubiribo died at age 43 on March 6, 2026, after suffering a fatal pulmonary embolism linked to a cosmetic penis enlargement procedure in Bangkok, Thailand Blue Light Glasses ----------------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.

  6. 24 Aug

    TONY

    AOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss Lagos’ rising rent prices and reactions from Femi Hamzat and Ayo Adio before covering the Jewel Howard-Taylor drug-trafficking case, Obi Cubana’s ₦500 million gift to Pastor Jerry Eze, and the Tony Elumelu name controversy. They also discuss the Odumodublvck and BlaqBonez saga, Tonto Dikeh becoming a pastor, review Victony’s STARLIFE, and bring back Loose Talk FPL.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction40:40 - Incoming Governor’s Response to Lagos Rent PricesFemi Hamzat’s Response Ayo Adio’s Response (Comms Expert, contesting for the Lagos State House of Assembly). 01:14:00 - Former Liberian vice-president Jewel Howard-Taylor has been charged in a drug-trafficking probe Obi Cubana, the self-acclaimed businessman has announced he’s gifting Pastor Jerry Eze a N500M mansion for his birthday. 01:30:00 - Tony Elumelu’s Reaction to Being Called by His First Name Dr. Eucharia Anunobi apologises to Mr Tony Elumelu on behalf of the young lady 02:25:40 - Odumodublvck vs BlaqBonez OdumoduBlvck responds to Police Invitation 02:59:25 - Tonto Dikeh is Now a Pastor 03:08:00 - Victony’s “STARLIFE” album reviewNew Albums Worth Checking Out The Game - The Documentary IIICleo Sol - “Gentlewoman”Niniola - “Without You”BKay - BKAY vs ANYBODYLlona - On The RoadLoose Talk FPL is back. Code: 3f4ejf. Link to join here Predict the Top 5 and Bottom 3 of the EPLPredict the winner of La Liga and the Italian Serie A 03:23:00 - 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.

  7. 17 Aug

    Civilization

    AOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss Davido’s return to active politics following his uncle Ademola Adeleke’s re-election in Osun State, before examining Kano State’s ₦1.5 billion mass wedding programme and the wider debate around content monetization and Africa’s digital space. They also revisit the ongoing dispute between Seyi Vibez, Shallipopi, and Dapper Music, before discussing Davido’s sixth album, Oriadé, and Ayra Starr’s third album, Starr Girl. OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction43:00 - Davido in active politics again as uncle wins re-election in Osun State  Davido served as the Head of Youth Mobilisation for Governor Ademola Adeleke's re-election campaign.He joined the Accord Party alongside his uncle ahead of the August 15, 2026, election.Governor Adeleke secured 511,067 votes to defeat the APC challenger, Bola Oyebamiji, who received 444,815 votes.01:03:40 -  Kano State spends N1.5B for mass wedding 01:30:00 - Content Monetization and The Hijack of Africa's Digital Space02:18:00 - This week in History02:24:37 - Seyi Vibez and Shallipopi call out Dapper Damm again for alleged contract rip-off Both artists, along with peers like T.I Blaze and Zerry DL, accused Dapper Music of hiding streaming revenues and failing to remit their earnings.​​Shallipopi publicly alleged contract forgery and financial mismanagement, stating he took the matter to Nigeria's Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).Dapper responds Interview with Chux - A&R Director for CMG. 03:20:00 - Davido releases sixth album, 'Oriade'. Press ReleaseInterview. Davido released his sixth album, 'Oriadé', on July 31, 2026, timed to mark 15 years since he began his professional music career.The 13-track project’s Yoruba title means “the crowned head” and centres on identity, destiny, legacy, faith, gratitude, and brotherhood.Oriadé includes collaborations with Black Sherif, Aya Nakamura, Leon Thomas, Mayorkun, Fola, Llona, and others; Davido has also announced an international supporting tour.03:40:00 - Ayra Starr releases her third album, 'Starr Girl'. ----------------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.

  8. 10 Aug

    Open Secret

    AOT2, Osagie, and Steve reflect on the era of traditional media and its influence on Nigeria’s entertainment industry before unpacking the Okoye family drama, Peter Okoye’s account of the fallout with Paul and Jude, and P-Square’s discography and legacy. They also discuss Peller and Jarvis’ wedding, Cubana Chief Priest’s baby mama drama, and the controversy surrounding Tomi Adeyemi and Children of Blood and Bone. The episode wraps up with Fan Mails and a sign-off.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction17:50 -The Okoye family drama; how did we get here? Peter Okoye dropped videos on Instagram to narrate his side of the fall-out between him and his twin, Paul, and older brother, Jude PSquare discography and legacy 01:17:45 -  Peller and Jarvis' wedding01:17:50 - Cubana Chief Priest's baby mama drama01:42:40 - Tomi Adeyemi and Children of Blood and Bone controversy 02:06:00 - Fan mails02:31:00 - 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.

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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
    180
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Global Village
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