Best Osayi Okuns Podcasts (2024)

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How to Steal a Nigerian Election 2:08:05

1y ago2:08:05

2:08:05

On this episode , following Nigeria's 2023 Presidential and National Assembly Elections Osayi, Ayo, Mira and Tola explore the reasons for our trust issues with INEC by brainstorming the best way to steal an election (with the consent of INEC of-course). We ask whether they have been set up to fail at the institutional level, or if it’s due to polit…

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Election Day Special: Voting at Every Level 1:51:19

1y ago1:51:19

1:51:19

It's Election Day, and if you can, go and vote!!! On this episode, we'll be exploring the relationship between the Executive, Legislative and Gubernatorial branches of Government, and to unpack this I have a few good friends joining the show - Ayo, Mira and Tola. We attempt to answer.. How exactly does the National Assembly function? What exactly d…

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Can a 3rd Party Candidate Win? : Part 4 - Accusations, Integrity & Takeaways 43:33

1+ y ago43:33

43:33

We end the series on the integrity of the candidates, accusations have been made against all the major candidates, so we discuss the issue of integrity and whether or not it's a big enough factor in Nigerian elections . This episode ends the series on the 3rd Party candidates but Ayo, Mira and Tola will be here exploring some more items on Nigeria’…

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Can a 3rd Party Candidate Win?: Part 3 - A 3rd Party Presidency 35:38

1+ y ago35:38

35:38

On this episode, we imagine a Peter Obi Presidency and what that may look like without real party representation in the National Assembly. Over the next series of episodes we’ll be exploring Nigeria’s 2023 Elections and to unpack this I have a few good friends joining the show - Ayo, Mira and Tola. We're asking whether a 3rd party candidate like Pe…

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Can a 3rd Party Candidate Win?: Part 2 - Party Ideology or lack there-of 41:33

1+ y ago41:33

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On this episode, we try to breakdown the Ideologies of the political parties, past and present and that proves to be a challenge, even with very detailed manifestos. Over the next series of episodes we’ll be exploring Nigeria’s 2023 Elections and to unpack this I have a few good friends joining the show - Ayo, Mira and Tola. We're asking whether a …

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Can a 3rd Party Candidate Win?: Part 1 - Infrastructure 39:09

1+ y ago39:09

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On this episode, and over the next series of episodes we’ll be exploring Nigeria’s 2023 Elections and to unpack this I have a few good friends joining the show - Ayo, Mira and Tola. We're asking whether a 3rd party candidate like Peter Obi (or any of the other 15 candidates) can leverage the support of the people, their political relationships and …

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Burn notice 4:45

1+ y ago4:45

4:45

🚨🎙️ On this episode, Osayi gives a little background on where he's been and what to expect next on the show. Long story, less long, we back! Stay tuned for new episodes! ** Music ** Theme Song by 1705muzik 🚨🎙️ Engage with the show on instagram -@twotakesandapod Support the show by giving us a 5 star rating and Subscribe wherever you listen to podca…

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The Lioness of Lisabi w/ Eyilola A. 1:36:54

2y ago1:36:54

1:36:54

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Young, Famous & African ? 1:24:08

2y ago1:24:08

1:24:08

🚨🎙️ On this episode, Osayi does his level best to make sense of the new Reality TV Series from Netflix - Young, Famous and African. Jumoke M. , Tolu A. and special guest Ivie A. join the show to help break it down and share their observations. We talk about the major characters, friendship & relationship dynamics and big moments in the first season…

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Looking out for the kids w/ Samuel A. 1:31:19

2y ago1:31:19

1:31:19

🚨🎙️ In this episode, we’re sitting down with Samuel Anwana of the S.A Foundation to discuss what it’s like to run a foundation to support children in Nigeria. This conversation focuses on adoption and we leverage Sam’s experience with this topic. We start off the discussion with the motivation to do this kind of work and how he got started. Then we…

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Surviving the Ukraine Crisis w/ Tolu O. 37:33

2y ago37:33

37:33

🚨🎙️ On this episode, Tolulope Osho joins the podcast to share how he’s been working to help Africans fleeing the crisis in Ukraine. It’s been over 2 weeks since the war in Ukraine broke out, a lot has happened, and there are quite a few things happening. I was curious about how fellow Nigerians in Ukraine are faring, and also how Nigerians and Afri…

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You should be a Stoic w/ Kojo O. 56:00

2y ago56:00

56:00

🚨🎙️ In this episode, Kojo Owiredu joins the show to make a case for stoicism. We start with a little bit of background and the concept as described by the proprietors. Then we talk about how we found the stoic philosophy and what it means to us. Later on, we identify some of the major figures we’ve seen exhibit signs of stoicism, we end detailing s…

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Does God Speak Your Love Language? 30:09

2y ago30:09

30:09

🚨🎙️ This episode is an excerpt from the love languages conversations, this time we focus on how our love languages show up in religion, in this case we discuss Christianity. However a much more philosophical and spiritual conversation ensues, there is something here no matter your creed. Follow these links for the video and article. Listen to a pre…

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Styled by Zalahari w/ David E. 1:23:17

2y ago1:23:17

1:23:17

🚨🎙️ On this episode, David Ezomoh Fashion Designer and Founder of Zalahari designs, joins the show. We start off with quick takes, then jump right into his background and how he found fashion design while attending school in Nigeria. Later on we discuss his entry into Canada and we explore how attending school for Fashion Art and the Nigerian & Can…

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What's your love language? 1:55:00

2+ y ago1:55:00

1:55:00

🚨🎙️ In the spirit of valentine, I sit with some of my favourite podcast hosts to make sense of the 5 love languages. I start by asking them what they knew about love languages prior to me reaching out(7:20). We stumble into an issue about primary love languages(10:57) , then we get into their love languages(18:55).. and mine. We get into other misc…

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Two Takes at a Time 34:10

2+ y ago34:10

34:10

🚨🎙️ This episode is an introspective, I take some time to give some background on me, what the show is about and why I'm doing it. As time goes on, I'll make a point to check in every now and then and give some context as to where the show is headed. ** Music ** Theme Song by 1705muzik Intro Song - Spiritual by John Coltrane Outro Song - Better tha…

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Africa's Trusted Property Marketplace w/ Kweku E. 48:21

2+ y ago48:21

48:21

🚨🎙️ In this episode, we discuss SESO Global, a company focused on making access to the African property market easy and profitable. With this in mind I explore the opportunities available for Africans in the diaspora, as well as how SESO hopes to make property ownership a reality for Africans home and abroad. You can find out more about SESO Global…

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Vestiges of Violence w/ Hameeda B. 49:40

2+ y ago49:40

49:40

🚨🎙️ On this episode I sit with Hameeda Buhari, Director of Operations at HumAngle Media and host of the Vestiges of Violence podcast, it details the plights and experiences of victims of violence in Nigeria. We discuss HumAngle’s mission, pertinent stories from the podcast and some of the tends she sees covering insecurity in Northern Nigeria. Link…

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The Second Best Time w/ Osuyi O. 1:01:12

2+ y ago1:01:12

1:01:12

🚨🎙️ On this episode we are back to regular programming. Today I'm catching up with a good friend Osuyi Omorogbe, he's a certified Real Estate Agent, and a trained accountant with an MBA from Queens. Osuyi comes from a family of Real Estate investors, so you can say it runs in the blood. My goal here is to debunk what it really takes to buy a proper…

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Three Takes on 2021: Afrobeats w/ Osagie. O & Emman O. 2:08:37

2+ y ago2:08:37

2:08:37

🚨🎙️ Hear me out! I know it looks long but I promise that this is fire 🔥🔥 The final note on 2021, and we end with music, Afrobeats music! I sit down with 2 music heads and discuss the year in Afrobeats. Top 10 tracks? Check. Hidden gems? Check. Best project? Check. Best Artist? Check. We also look forward to the rest of the new year and discuss arti…

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Two Takes on 2021 Sports: Wins, Upsets, MVPs w/ Tolu A. 47:58

2+ y ago47:58

47:58

🚨🎙️ Happy New Year people! 2021 was a blast and I wanted to put a button on the year that was, so I have Tolu Arogunmati aka Aeromati joining us, he works on the Sportsnet app and as a result is pretty well informed on Canadian sports and is passionate about sports in general. He also hosts 2 podcasts linked below. On this episode, we review the ye…

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Two Takes on 2021: Big moments, Lessons, Laughs w/ Tolu A. 34:42

2+ y ago34:42

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🚨🎙️ In this episode, we talk about some of the most notable, wild and funniest events that happened over the course of 2021 from our perspective here in Canada. Join us as we review the year, joke about the ups and downs and ultimately decide what lessons we'll be taking into the new year, if any lol. We focused on the most entertaining moments, wh…

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'Dem Regular Trademark' | 20 10 2020 A year later w/ Dabira 1:13:36

2+ y ago1:13:36

1:13:36

🚨🎙️ This week we remember "October 20th 2020" the day of the Lekki Tollgate Massacre in Lagos, Nigeria. My Guest today is Dabira, an activist that was one of the organizers on ground during the ENDSARS protests. My objective with this conversation is to put light on what it meant to have been involved in last years ENDSARS protest. I get into that …

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Predictions - Nigerian Independence Special 35:14

2+ y ago35:14

35:14

🚨🎙️ To close out the recognition of Nigerian Independence, we end with a game that speculates on some of Nigeria's current affairs in media, politics and day to day life. For our friends from other countries here in Canada and around the world, what do these predictions look like for you in your country? Happy Independence Day! 🇳🇬🦅🐎 Theme Song by 1…

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Quick Takes - Independence Day Edition 25:30

2+ y ago25:30

25:30

In light of the Nigerian Independence Day, we play a game called - Quick takes. The whole point of the game is to pick one out of 2 or 3 conflicting options. It's a fun ice breaker to help get to know my guests. Intro Song: Falz- “ Body Language” ft Ajebo Hustlers Theme Song by 1705muzik 🚨🎙️ Follow the show on instagram -@twotakesandapod & twitter …

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Independence Day Special - 61 Years Young 1:32:59

2+ y ago1:32:59

1:32:59

Can’t love Nigeria and not feel conflicted. This episode is very much me trying to navigate that with some passionate guests. We talk about why Nigeria will always be home, how amazingly good we are... and aren't and, what to look for in a better Nigeria. Despite the subject matter, this episode was a lot of fun, and quite enlightening, it’s also f…

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The Relationship Gap: Final Takes - Vulnerability 42:37

2+ y ago42:37

42:37

🚨🎙️ *** This is Take 4 of 4 exploring Hot Takes, these segments will explore hot topics and issues using the personal experiences and observations of my guests. *** *** Note: Show will be on a break for the next month. **** We close out the series with vulnerability, most of us have a good reason to be uncomfortable with vulnerability, this episode…

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The Relationship Gap: Take 3 - Fears 1:03:12

2+ y ago1:03:12

1:03:12

🚨🎙️ *** this is Take 3 of 4 on Hot Takes, these segments will explore perspectives on hot topics and issues, using the personal experiences and observations of my guests. *** On Take 3 of The Relationship Gap, we explore some of the common fears that may or may not preclude us from getting into relationships, at this point of recording we’re furthe…

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The Relationship Gap: Take 2 - Miscommunication & Ghosting 1:21:34

3y ago1:21:34

1:21:34

🚨🎙️ As you already know, in the next couple of episodes we are dropping 'Hot Takes' on relationships, these segments will explore perspectives on hot topics and issues, using the personal experiences and observations of my guests. Next up on - The Relationship Gap, I explore the challenges of communication in romantic relationships and my guests sh…

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The Relationship Gap: Take 1 - Misconceptions 52:34

3y ago52:34

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🚨🎙️ On this episode, I’m introducing Hot Takes, these segments will explore various perspectives on hot topics and issues, using the personal experiences and observations of my guests. We’re kicking it off with - The Relationship Gap, I explore the challenges of building romantic relationships with a really cool group of single people and this expl…

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Wanting More w/ LOTi 1:04:05

3y ago1:04:05

1:04:05

🚨🎙️ On this episode, Loti joins the podcast, he’s an Afro-RnB artist who found his way back to music after starting a music blog, he then transitioned from a computer science program to sound engineering and music entertainment, his first step to get into making music, a few years later he’s doing just that as well as mixing mand mastering music be…

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Safe Spaces w/ Jacquie I. 1:15:30

3y ago1:15:30

1:15:30

On this episode, Jacquie of the Chill Space Podcast joins us, we speak about her podcast and the subjects she explores on it, I feel like she tries to create a safe space to capture particular types of conversations on self development by tying in culture, so on this episode we get into her perspective on some of those topics and discuss her approa…

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Sound & Stage w/ AJ Styles 1:39:15

3y ago1:39:15

1:39:15

🚨🎙️ On this episode, I sit with AJ Styles, he’s an up and coming NIgerian artist and veteran Promoter. We talk about his most recent project ‘Lost Files’ and his approach to music as a whole. As an event promoter and MC, he’s been involved in bringing many Nigerian artists to Canada and we get into how he got started and organized some of the bigge…

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Never Settle w/ Jeezy 51:22

3y ago51:22

51:22

🚨🎙️ In this episode, I sit with Jeffery Ikeaka, we talk about his charity in his hometown of Dikenafai, Imo State, Nigeria. This project has been over 5years in the making, so we talk about what it’s taken to get it off the ground , how he manages the work and where things are going with the project. Right after that, we get into his socially consc…

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Black Tax or Just Another Bill? w/ Za 1:00:51

3y ago1:00:51

1:00:51

🚨🎙️ In this episode, we discuss the black tax. What does that really mean? And what does it look like for people of colour? Zandile "Za" Chiwanza, a personal finance journalist joins us to discuss why she feels it’s important, some trends she’s observed and how to overcome and avoid the common pitfalls when it comes to finance, especially for Afric…

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Where are your boundaries? w/ Jumoke M. 1:42:10

3y ago1:42:10

1:42:10

🚨🎙️ On this episode, we have Jumoke Moses from ‘A word to the wise’ podcast join us to discuss boundaries. We use the book ‘How to do the work’ by Nicole LePera to establish the concept of boundaries then discuss how cultural changes maybe impacting how we relate with one another. We go through the major groups; family, romantic relationships and f…

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The Diasporic Nigerian w/ Mary A. 1:23:49

3y ago1:23:49

1:23:49

🚨🎙️ Today, Mary Asekome sits with us to discuss her brand “The Diasporic Nigerian” and her background as a community builder and international student advocate based in Ontario. Her love for community building led her to create The Diasporic Nigerian a hub for Nigerian Professionals in Canada, providing a sense of home and celebrating the good work…

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Non-Fungible Tokens? w/ Ekene E. 1:05:57

3y ago1:05:57

1:05:57

🚨🎙️ On this episode, Ekene a friend and NFT collector joins us. We discuss NFTs and explore what it means and why people are paying millions of dollars for them, then we get into what this means for everyone else. Are there real opportunities for creators? What do the communities of collectors look like and what do corporate players stand to gain f…

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The Kscope Way w/ Yvonne B. 1:37:40

3y ago1:37:40

1:37:40

🚨🎙️ On this episode, I sit with Yvonne Ben - Owner of The KScope, a market place designed to support african businesses particularly when it comes to food, fashion and events. We explore how her brand started and how she used it to serve her community. She gets candid about her personal growth and the role it played in her approach to business. The…

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On Nigerian Consciousness w/ Chukwudi U. 1:38:28

3y ago1:38:28

1:38:28

🚨🎙️ This episode explores the idea of Nigeria's national consciousness. We know that the country was put together without real consideration of its indigenes. So when exactly did we start identifying as Nigerians? And why? I have Chukwudi Ukonne, writer for The Republic Magazine join me to explore this topic. We discuss how the country came to be a…

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The Prosperity Paradox w/ Somto I. 1:14:17

3y ago1:14:17

1:14:17

🚨🎙️ Today I'm talking with my friend Somto, she's a Professional Engineer based in Calgary focused on clean energy. And we explore the prosperity paradox, a book co written by Clayton Christensen, Efosa Ojomo & Karen Dillon. The whole idea of this conversation is to challenge how Nigerian's and African's could approach building businesses back home…

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Coup Conversations Prologue - Part 2 w/ Eyilola A. 57:08

3y ago57:08

57:08

🚨🎙️ In Part 2 , we begin to see the fracturing of Nigeria's carefully molded political structure. The Action Group is imploding, as the NPC and NCNC coalition is dissolving, things go from bad to worse and this tension is felt through out the country leading up to the 1964 elections. This all leads up to the last flashpoint before Nigeria's first M…

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Coup Conversations Prologue - Part 1 w/ Eyilola A. 1:20:02

3y ago1:20:02

1:20:02

🚨🎙️ On this episode I'm asking why and how the first Nigerian Coup Happened in January 15 1966? I decided to look for answers myself. I pulled from authors like Max Siollun among a few others and later reached out to a friend, today's guest, Eyilola Ajibola. We exchanged resources and decided to have this conversation on the podcast with the goal o…

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What's Next? 10:32

3y ago10:32

10:32

🚨🎙️ Two takes and a pod is back! Excited to check in after a 5... ok 6 month hiatus. This bonus episode covers where I've been the past couple of months and where the podcast is going. I also briefly work out a few grievances.. it's not you it's me. No, really, it's me. 🚨🎙️ Follow the show on instagram -@twotakesandapod & twitter - @twotakesandapod…

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Emotional Honesty w/ THEHONESTGUY 1:59:18

3y ago1:59:18

1:59:18

In this episode I sit down w/ Ayodeji (Mubarak) Adeyemi aka THEHONESTGUY. He’s just dropped his first EP - Love songs for no one and also has a new single called - let's get blown. 🚨🎙️ I explore how he started making music, his experiences with love and how they inform his music. We dive into the backstory of some of his tracks, these are some spic…

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SWAT Analysis w/ Tobi of TNSLY 1:24:13

3+ y ago1:24:13

1:24:13

On this episode we discuss the ENDSARS protests, at the time of the recording it’s been just over a week since the Lekki toll gate massacre on Oct 20, to put things in perspective as we recover from the shock, we attempted a SWOT Analysis, for those unfamiliar, a SWOT analysis is a popular way big and small businesses assess their ability to jump i…

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Future Shock 39:28

3+ y ago39:28

39:28

Future Shock, the dizzying disorientation brought on by the premature arrival of the future. Alvin Toffler’s 1965 article “Future As A Way of Life “ breaks down what rapid changes in culture look like and what sort of impact this has on human beings and society. In his writing, Toffler argues that we need to build the habit and skill sets required …

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Crisis Generation 43:12

3+ y ago43:12

43:12

In his book “The Laws of Human Nature”, author Robert Greene points out that the generation we are born into shapes our thoughts and values, whether we are aware of this or not. "Certainly we bring our own individual spirit into play in this drama, and to the degree that we can cultivate our uniqueness, we will gain power and the ability to direct …

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Col IV - Like We Never Left 9:59

3+ y ago9:59

9:59

🚨🔇 AND we're back like we never left! A lot has happened in the last few months and the more we sit in it, and think about it, the more it feels that we are dealing with the premature arrival of the future. So what happens when the future shows up early? How do you prepare for your collision with tomorrow? This collection we are exploring these ide…

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Special: Boys In Blue - To Kill A Mockingbird. 9:23

4y ago9:23

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"I’d like to welcome you back to another sold-out lynching of a black man." Tomi A's satirical essay on recent clashes between police and citizens narrated by the lovely, Somto Ibe. Produced by YAWA - www.yawamag.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/twotakes/messageBy YAWA

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