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Loose Talk

Loose Talk

Global Village 163 Episodes Jul 13, 2026

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

Episodes

The Happiness Index Jul 13, 2026 11956 AOT2, Osagie, and Steve kick off with the biggest talking points from the 2026 World Cup before discussing the devastating floods in Lagos and the recurring questions around the city's infrastructure and preparedness. The episode also features Fan Mails, This Week in History with a reflection on the life and legacy of MKO Abiola, and other news that made the rounds this week.OUTLINE00:00
Nigerian Magic Jul 6, 2026 10014 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
Olodo Uprising [The Akara Economy] Jun 29, 2026 12488 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 discou
Hydration Break Jun 22, 2026 12609 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 fea
Economic Level Jun 15, 2026 10868 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 'TH
The Flyover Jun 8, 2026 11471 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 H
ICEPOD Jun 1, 2026 8939 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:
Predicted Champions May 25, 2026 12001 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 Mail
Cybercrime Slippery Slope May 18, 2026 12344 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 wit
The Unemployable May 12, 2026 10229 AOT2, Osagie, and Steve kick off with an introduction before unpacking the debate around whether Nigerians are becoming unemployable, following recent comments by Tosin Eniolorunda. They examine the realities facing Nigerian youths in a changing economy and react to the FG scrapping UTME requirements for Colleges of Education. The episode also features This Week in History, reflecting on
M$NEY & Politics May 4, 2026 11180 AOT2 opens with Afrobeats and a catch-up between Osagie and Steve before Jude Egbas, Deputy Editor at TheCable, joins the conversation. Together, they dig into the ADC crisis, how the opposition is repositioning ahead of 2027, and who might succeed Sanwo-Olu in Lagos. The episode also covers This Week in History and closes with a review of Asake's Money album.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction24
Throwback: The Donald Duke Episode Apr 27, 2026 10270 Before Tinubu. Before Atiku's last run. Before half of you even knew Loose Talk existed, we sat down with the man who wanted to be president of Nigeria.July 2018. Donald Duke. Two-term Governor of Cross River. Architect of Tinapa, the Calabar Carnival, and the cleanest city this country has ever produced. Days into declaring his run, weeks away from clinching the SDP ticket.AOT2, Steve, a

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