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Enter the beautiful mind of a god. Award-winning host, Rodney Omeokachie is a man in his element -- on a mission to share the blueprint to becoming the best version of yourself. Armed with creativity, confidence, conversation, and storytelling, Rodney creates compelling soundscapes of everyday issues. His expressions and conversations will delight you, make you think, and put you onto new things. New episodes drop every Friday at noon. Listening via headphones is recommended. TWITTER: @iamth ...
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Peter Obi: A Portrait of the Perfect Presidential Candidate
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"Peter Obi is no longer JUST a candidate. He is now a movement, a tsunami. He is now in our consciousness, not on billboards & posters. He crossed the Rubicon & became the IDEA whose time has come." - Nefertiti (Twitter: @firstladyship) The leader Nigeria needs, but doesn't deserve... Listen to a vivid picture painted with words as to what makes th…
"Think of the Young God WhatsApp community as the after-party to the podcast. A chance for that conversation to continue after you listen." - Rodney This is your invitation. Join the community on Whatsapp: https://linktr.ee/Theyounggodpodcast NOTE: Only join if you are a fan of the podcast and would like to engage other listeners Feel free to invit…
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Soky x Vanier: A Transformational Relationship
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"The best way to judge a relationship is by how much better-- or worse --you've become by being with them." - Rodney. If you enjoy a good love story, this is for you... I was the MC at Soky and Vanier's multicultural wedding reception in December 2022. 3 months before the wedding, I sat down with the couple to hear their story as part of my prepara…
"Messi is THE goat of football. But Ronaldo is MY goat... and the goat of everything else." Messi has won the Qatar World Cup which means the football goat conversation is OVER! I am a massive fan of Cristiano Ronaldo but Messi serves all the accolades after defeating France. In this episode, I recap the moment Messi became the one true goat, and b…
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The Butterfly Effect: Hacking Heaven on Earth
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"Can you imagine how many butterflies are hiding their wings and fighting their evolution... because they care about others' opinions?" - Aniekan Ezekiel. The butterfly effect is the idea that small events can have a significant, unpredictable influence on the future. In this epic conversation, a couple of self-aware guys gathered to reflect on the…
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When Sensible Citizens Discuss Peter Obi... (Part 1)
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What started out as a random conversation between friends, turned into a passionate discussion about Peter Obi and whether he is truly something special or just a repetition of Nigerian history. Is he a cure or merely a placebo? The first of a 3-part series focusing on Peter Obi's role in Nigerian politics. https://linktr.ee/Theyounggodpodcast…
"if you want to deepen the connection you have with someone – if you want to give yourselves a chance to build something meaningful, something that goes the distance, learn the balance between absence and presence in seduction." - Rodney. One of the surest ways to ruin a potential relationship of any kind is to be too eager, too available... too de…
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A Beautiful Mind: How To N̶o̶t̶ ̶S̶u̶c̶k̶ ̶a̶t̶ ̶Love
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"For a generation that craves companionship and intimacy, y’all suck at relationships." - Rodney gets critical about brittle relationships in today's oversensitive society. He uses the 2001 movie, 'A Beautiful Mind' as a backdrop for his highly critical, yet high-minded musings. Rodney paints a vivid picture of the problem as he sees it while offer…
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The Great Debate About The State of the Nigerian Creative Industry
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A social architect, a TV host, a podcaster and a fashion designer walk into a room and proceed to debate what makes the Nigerian + global creative industry tick: the market, the money, the audience or the creativity/talent. Aniekan Ezekiel, Andy Madaki, Rodney Omeokachie and Aisha Atta-Ahmed engage in a passionate 2hr debate where the explored the …
"While we're fans of sleep, we are fans of something far more powerful, as well... While others enjoy their dreams, we wake and watch them come true." It's no secret that sleep is essential to the optimal performance of the brain and body but is it possible that we use our love of sleep as an excuse to deny the sacrifices that achievement demands. …
"I underestimated how good this would feel. I didn't know how badly I wanted to win until I won! It's weird. Now I know how Leonardo DiCaprio feels." The podcast is now multiple award-winning so I decided to give an impromptu acceptance speech to mark the moment. In this bonus episode, I reflect on the significance of the achievement and express my…
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Queen Elizabeth II: The Last of a Dying Breed
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“In my eyes... In my mind... The queen was an icon -- an example of how to stay relevant across generations... Queen Elizabeth II was truly one of one." Her Majesty the late Queen Elizabeth II was a complex, enigmatic and misunderstood character. Her death provoked the full spectrum of emotion. This episode gives a balanced analysis of the queen's …
"Sometimes, it isn’t just that the person died. It’s that the part of you that only they could bring out will never be brought out again…" A tribute to my friend -- and [post-humous] number one fan -- Sofia Gambino, who passed away a year ago to the release of this episode. I reflected on her life, my grief, and our special relationship. This refle…
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The Danger of an Untold Story: Are You the Villain, Victim or Victor?
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"Telling your story is the secret to survival." - Rodney. Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie once spoke about the danger of a single story, but what about the danger of an untold story? Rodney tells the origin story behind his 'main character' syndrome, while threading the needle of his past experiences and present personality. This episode is about the stor…
"I'm human. There are so many facets to my being... If I want to sing about women today and sing about God tomorrow, I should be free to do so." This episode is all about the music! Singer-songwriter Funbi talks about his musical journey, the fans' expectations vs his expectations of himself, and the things he's seen in the Nigerian music industry.…
"I lost my father recently... I'm still going through my forty days and nights." - Funbi. A conversation about struggle, spirituality and a personal relationship with God. Featuring Funbi, the Nigerian singer-songwriter behind the hit song, 'Hallelujah'. Sponsored by Kwakol https://linktr.ee/Theyounggodpodcast…
"The grind is agonising but it's gratifying." What could you achieve if you elevated your relationship with work? An episode about poverty, purpose, and finding meaning in/learning to love whatever work you choose do. Sponsored by Kwakol https://linktr.ee/Theyounggodpodcast
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Jack of All Trades, Master of More Than One
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"If you have many skills and you’re confused as to what to focus on... combine dem b******!" -- A creative perspective on how to handle the confusion and indecision that comes with having multiple skills and interests, so that you might build a fulfilling professional career. Hence, the multi-hyphenate mindset. In commemoration of World Youth Skill…
"Depth and substance the two most exquisite things be it in a poem or a person." - Sanober Khan Part 1: https://bit.ly/3RrJEyO Part 2: https://bit.ly/3jhpEOG https://linktr.ee/Theyounggodpodcast
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The Multihyphenate with the Middle Child Syndrome
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"Don't do 'big boy' for your business." - Obinna Ofor. A conversation about business, family, sibling rivalry, and disappointing one's parents. Listen to fascinating insights about how nurture can trump nature. https://linktr.ee/Theyounggodpodcast
"I'm neither pro-life nor pro-choice. I'm pro-common sense." - Rodney. A conversation about sexual responsibility and the possible pros and cons of anti-abortion laws -- inspired by the Texas anti-abortion laws of 2021 and the more recent position taken by the US Supreme Court on Roe v Wade. Featuring an anonymous guest. https://linktr.ee/Theyoungg…
“Things are bad… And in comes this guy with an incredible track record. He’s not saying, ‘I will.’ He’s saying, ‘it’s been done.’ Go and verify.” - Obinna Ofor. Nigeria is a mess. Nigerian politics is a mess. But for the first time in forever, a credible candidate has emerged from the mud to give hope to the hopeless. Is it false hope, fool's gold,…
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Confessions of a Deep Woke Womanizer: Romancin' & Financin' [SIDE B]
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“When talking to beautiful women, the first words you say can make or break the entire experience.” This is the story about my attempt at toasting a beautiful woman. The first words that came out of my mouth changed everything. https://linktr.ee/Theyounggodpodcast
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Confessions of a Deep Woke Womanizer [SIDE A]
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“I am a womanizer… in the best way.” The word ‘womanizer’ has been largely misinterpreted and misunderstood to mean something promiscuous. Listen to learn a different perspective of what the womanizer is, what he isn’t, why every man should aspire to be one, and why every woman should aspire to be with one.https://linktr.ee/Theyounggodpodcast…
"One Chance is the Fela of board games." Very very high praise by yours truly but you need to play it to believe it. I sat down with Babafemi Fagbemi, one of the game's creators, to talk about its origin, inspiration, and contribution to the culture while playing the game itself. https://linktr.ee/Theyounggodpodcast…
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Don't Leave Your Comfort Zone. Expand It.
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''You can be great or you can be safe. Nothing wrong with either one. But you can't be both at the same time.'' -Jas Waters. Rodney attempts to reimagine the comfort zone by drawing parallels with the story of the Garden of Eden and the infamous serpent. Rodney makes the point that being the best version of yourself depends on how large your comfor…
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A Love Letter to My Listeners (3rd Anniversary)
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"My biggest flex is my audience. I love the quality of people my podcast attracts." To show my appreciation and dedication to those who have come on this journey with me, I give a behind-the-scenes look at the mindset I have each time I create an episode, what has kept me going all this time, my approach to awards and recognition, what I believe I'…
"Empathy is that b*tch. It's the baddest b*tch of them all." Empathy is the singular most important soft skill we have in our arsenal but it's also the most underdeveloped in people today. You're just not as empathetic as you think you are. Listen to Rodney as he dives deep into what empathy is, what it isn't, and how it affects everything from you…
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Ken Nwadiogbu: To Japa or Not to Japa (SIDE B)
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“Where I currently am [Nigeria] is not working out for me and where I’m going is no guarantee. It’s such a risk.” The Nigerian migrant's dilemma. Ken used his project entitled, "Journey Mercies' to highlight the plight of Nigerians seeking greener pastures abroad. We discussed the Nigerian dream of escaping this nightmare: What does one lose and ga…
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Ken Nwadiogbu: No Longer a Starving Artist (SIDE A)
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"The days of the broke Nigerian artist are over" - Ken Nwadiogbu. Fresh off his debut solo art exhibition in Retro Africa, Abuja, and having his works digitally displayed at Flannels, London, Ken is officially in the big leagues. He spoke about the feeling of making thousands of dollars off his art, his experiences with Nigerians refusing to return…
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Ronald Nzimora: The Bright Side to the Biafra War (SIDE B)
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"Our people [Igbos] learned how to overcome adversity. It's a great trait to have as a human being." - Ronald Nzimora. A conversation about Nigeria and the injustice that runs through every inch of the country. We talked about the scourge that is the Almajiris, the exploitation of the Niger Delta, and the terror that was the Biafra War. Could there…
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Ronald Nzimora: The Cult and Culture of Twitter (Side A)
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"Have you noticed that married people don't weigh in on marital topics on Twitter? Because now they know..." - Ronald Nzimora. A conversation between two Twitterheads about the sea of bad advice on Twitter, being careful about what you believe, and people whose entire personalities are influenced by the app. Sponsored by ChaviD Properties Ltd…
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Conversations With a Soft-Spoken South African
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"The problem with South Africans is we distract ourselves a lot with unnecessary things..." - Karabo Malebaco, model & fashion enthusiast. Listen to a South African’s point of view on mental health, fashion, peer pressure, empathy, orgasms, and of course, Nelson Mandela. Karabo and I went to university together and we took a walk down memory lane, …
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The (2nd) Most Powerful Thing My Therapist Said to Me
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"I discovered there is an endless source of enjoyment in engaging with a good therapist." Therapists are sometimes underrated, sometimes overrated, but the right therapist can change your life. I told my therapist about how making good decisions, having a sense of purpose and holding myself accountable have been the bedrock of my amazing mental hea…
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JJ. Omojuwa: Happiness, Greatness & Collaboration (SIDE A)
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"Which would you rather be -- powerful or great?" Political commentator and author, Japheth Joshua Omojuwa, and I met at a fashion show which led to this epic conversation about human behavior, collaboration vs competition, power vs greatness, and the laziness of the brain. The conversation got really interesting when we decided to explore Nelson M…
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JJ. Omojuwa: The Society vs the Individual (SIDE B)
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"Can you afford to go against society? Are you willing to pay the price of thinking for yourself?" JJ. Omojuwa asks the important questions during our conversation about the societal pressure to conform. Is being different really worth it? Is it better to bend to the rules? We shared our strategies and stories for dealing with the pressure.…
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Charles NwaDavid: The Real(Est) State (Side A)
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“I believe so much in personal development…self-education.“ - Charles NwaDavid, CEO of ChaviD Properties, a real estate company based in Abuja. He is playing his part in solving Abuja's housing crisis or at least ambitious enough to try. A conversation about his mindset, his business philosophy, and how he has created one of the most unique company…
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Charles NwaDavid: The Real(Est) State (Side B)
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“I can do a million important things but I would have lived only half a life if I have not raised a child.” - Rodney Omeokachie. I asked Charles a series of questions that were designed to reveal his more personal side, his depth. Find out the biggest risk he ever took, his childhood celebrity crush, and what it was like making his first million. S…
"My mother taught me to be strong, how to chat to women and how to chart their cycles." - Ronald Nzimora. An episode about the mothers who intentionally raised their sons to be great. Featuring Dave Chapelle, Drake, and Kanye West.
"Motherhood is hard but it's rewarding." - Elsa Softic, a millennial mother from France, talks about the last days she spent with her mother and how that relationship has influenced her relationship with her 3-year old son. A deeply intimate conversation about grief, the power of storytelling, the persistence of memories, and the importance of pers…
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In Defense Of Mothers Who Stayed For The Kids
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"Motherhood occurs outside the realm of feminism and wokeness. It's one of those things that has its own rules and reasons." To stay for the kids or not to stay for the kids? A case could be made for either. But society seems to judge mothers harshly whether they stay or leave.
“To live a good life in Nigeria, you have to innovate around a lot of madness.” - Aniekan Ezekiel. Aniekan and I exchange stories about some of the ways Nigeria scares us and what it takes to keep ones sanity through it all.
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Gorgeous Gorgeous Goddesses: Breaking the Ice (Side A)
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"I've never been more present than I am right now." - Vanessa. An unlikely conversation with 3 young, vibrant, intelligent, beautiful, woke Nigerian women -- Vanessa, Fanene, and Anita -- about friendship, colorism, men, mental health, slut-shaming, work, and workplace racism. IG: @auneetah, @nadiaayede, and @nessarachi.…
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Gorgeous Gorgeous Goddesses: Full Circle (Side B)
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"Fine boys don't have a lot to offer. It's sad." - Fanen. The epic conclusion to a whirlwind conversation with friends Anita, Fanen, and Vanessa about men, dealing with trauma, and growing up. IG: @auneetah, @nadiaayede, and @nessarachi. • The Most Powerful Thing My Therapist Said to Me The Night She Entered Her Element Time, Tattoos, and taking Pr…
"Celebrating 14 years is to remind people that we have been around. We didn't start today." - Edoro Abebe, MD Vanilla. I picked the brain of one of Abuja's most successful restaurateurs. In a rare moment of vulnerability, Edoro opened up about the things he's seen running in the industry and the unique skill set it takes to thrive in one of the tou…
WARNING: DO NOT LISTEN VIA LOUDSPEAKERS "How do we close the orgasm gap?" - Oloni asked. A very vocal group of women believe that their unremarkable sexual experiences and lack of orgasms are because...MEN. Rodney begs to differ. A monologue on sexual intelligence, the nuances of the elusive orgasm, and how men can do better.…
“Perfection… if we know it’s unattainable, why do we bitch when people don’t meet it?” - Aniekan Ezekiel. A conversation about the way our flaws, feelings, and fantasies fatally combine when we pursue the perfect romantic relationship. Featuring social architect, Aniekan Ezekiel (IG: @sir_skywalker) Sponsored by La Taverna Abuja Other episodes feat…
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Renike Olusanya: An Artist in Her Bag (Side A)
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"I knew I was good... But I didn't know I was good to the point where people would pay for it." - Renike. Vogue-published visual artist and illustrator, Renike Olusanya, gets super introspective about her vibrant career thus far. We talked bout creativity as a skill, the importance of a mentor, and her expectations for the future. Listen to 'Donda …
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Renike Olusanya: The Bigger Person (Side B)
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"Being the bigger person is overrated." - Renike. Rodney and Vogue-published visual artist, Renike Olusanya unpack the nuances of being the bigger person.
"I've trusted my intuition so much with my art, but I've found it really hard to trust my intuition with everything else." - Efe Oraka. Singer/Songwriter Efe Oraka joins the young god for a conversation about her worldview, her version of womanhood, and the process behind her magical music. A rare look at her depth and uncommon sense.--------------…
