Podcasts about Nollywood

It's another special Facebook Africa Day episode! Today, we're joined by the best actor in the world, Tobi Bakre.We start with our usual catch-up and some very juicy dilemmas, including a listener wondering if she should stay in a long-distance relationship and another trying to figure out how to set boundaries with her husband's family. Tobi tells us all about his journey from reality TV to becoming one of Nollywood's biggest stars, building a global community with the help of Facebook, how fatherhood changed him, his hopes for African cinema and his dreams for the future.It's always an amazing time when Tobi is in the house. Enjoy!Don't forget to use #ISWIS or #ISWISPodcast to share your thoughts while listening to the podcast! We love reading your posts on X! Rate the show 5 stars on whatever app you listen to, leave a review, share it with everyone you know, and if you also watch on YouTube, please subscribe, like, and leave a comment!Make sure to follow us on:Twitter: @ISWISPodcastInstagram: @isaidwhatisaidpodYouTube: @isaidwhatisaidpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us Fan MailIn this deeply reflective episode of Growth Unleashed, Makosi explores the journey from pain to purpose through the lens of grief, healing, survival mode, and emotional transformation.Beginning with the heartbreaking loss of Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo and the wider conversation around cyberbullying, silent suffering, and mental health, this episode asks an important question:What if pain is not the end of the story… but the beginning of becoming?Makosi unpacks:how survival mode disguises itself as strength,why unprocessed pain can become bitterness,the connection between nervous system healing and purpose,and how some of the most impactful people transform their wounds into wisdom.This episode is for anyone navigating heartbreak, burnout, grief, reinvention, or emotional exhaustion — and for anyone learning how to turn suffering into service, depth, and meaning.Because sometimes the thing that almost destroyed you… becomes the very thing that awakens your purpose. ✨Support the show

On this special episode of Entertainment Hub, Ife, SnrBroa, and Dinma welcome the legendary Uche Jombo into the studio for a rich and insightful conversation about her journey, projects, and the evolving Nollywood landscape.The discussion explores her upcoming work, including Blood Sisters Season 2, where she reflects on the emotional and psychological depth her character continues to navigate, alongside her reflections on On Different Grounds and how her storytelling choices have evolved over time.The conversation also dives into some of the biggest industry debates — from YouTube vs streaming distribution models, to the challenges of transitioning from actor to producer, and what long-term longevity looks like for women in Nollywood.With honest reflections on her partnership with Guguru Media and broader questions about Nollywood's structure, sustainability, and global positioning, the episode balances humour, insight, and deep industry perspective.A powerful blend of entertainment and real industry dialogue — insightful, engaging, and refreshingly candid.

Ce mardi (12 mai 2026), s'ouvre le Festival de Cannes. Une 79e édition qui ne fera pas la part belle au cinéma africain : aucun film issu du continent ne figure en effet parmi les sélections majeures. Pourtant, l'Afrique n'est pas absente du secteur, en témoigne la vitalité du Nigeria qui représente avec Nollywood la deuxième industrie cinématographique au monde. Le cinéma africain est-il invisibilisé ? Comment mieux l'exporter ? Pour en débattre : - Joachim Landau, producteur chez Federation Meac, il a produit le documentaire, Batwing : Un Super-Héros Africain et aussi la série Spinners   - Serge Noukoué, co-fondateur du NollywoodWeek Film Festival dont la 13ème édition s'est tenue du 6 au 10 mai 2026 - Claire Diao, programmatrice, critique de cinéma, fondatrice de la société de distribution Sudu connexion. Actuellement en salle, le documentaire rwandais Didy de François-Xavier Destors & Gaël Kamilindi

Ce mardi (12 mai 2026), s'ouvre le Festival de Cannes. Une 79e édition qui ne fera pas la part belle au cinéma africain : aucun film issu du continent ne figure en effet parmi les sélections majeures. Pourtant, l'Afrique n'est pas absente du secteur, en témoigne la vitalité du Nigeria qui représente avec Nollywood la deuxième industrie cinématographique au monde. Le cinéma africain est-il invisibilisé ? Comment mieux l'exporter ? Pour en débattre : - Joachim Landau, producteur chez Federation Meac, il a produit le documentaire, Batwing : Un Super-Héros Africain et aussi la série Spinners   - Serge Noukoué, co-fondateur du NollywoodWeek Film Festival dont la 13ème édition s'est tenue du 6 au 10 mai 2026 - Claire Diao, programmatrice, critique de cinéma, fondatrice de la société de distribution Sudu connexion. Actuellement en salle, le documentaire rwandais Didy de François-Xavier Destors & Gaël Kamilindi

Nigérian, sénégalais, tchadien ou ghanéen, le cinéma africain est à l'honneur au Nollywood Week Film Festival à Paris pour une 13ème édition. Au programme 12 longs métrages, 4 courts métrages et 2 documentaires à découvrir jusqu'à dimanche au cinéma l'Arlequin, ainsi qu'une soirée de clôture Afrobeats. Serge Noukoué, co-fondateur du Nollywood Week Film Festival, Aline et Soraya Milla, créatrices de la série Afropolitaine, et Joachim Landau, producteur du documentaire « Batwing : Un Super-Héros Africain ».   ► Chronique : Café Polar Catherine Fruchon-Toussaint a rencontré Gilda Piersanti pour son roman La Rancune des morts (Le Masque) qui nous emmène à Rome, ville natale de l'autrice, sur les traces d'une chanteuse d'opéra rattrapée par l'assassinat de sa mère, vingt ans plus tôt. Un polar psychologique écrit en français comme tous les livres de l'écrivain italienne.   ► Playlist du jour : - Patoranking feat Buju Banton - Afrian Soldier -  Tiken Jah Fakoly - Africain à Paris.

Nigérian, sénégalais, tchadien ou ghanéen, le cinéma africain est à l'honneur au Nollywood Week Film Festival à Paris pour une 13ème édition. Au programme 12 longs métrages, 4 courts métrages et 2 documentaires à découvrir jusqu'à dimanche au cinéma l'Arlequin, ainsi qu'une soirée de clôture Afrobeats. Serge Noukoué, co-fondateur du Nollywood Week Film Festival, Aline et Soraya Milla, créatrices de la série Afropolitaine, et Joachim Landau, producteur du documentaire « Batwing : Un Super-Héros Africain ».   ► Chronique : Café Polar Catherine Fruchon-Toussaint a rencontré Gilda Piersanti pour son roman La Rancune des morts (Le Masque) qui nous emmène à Rome, ville natale de l'autrice, sur les traces d'une chanteuse d'opéra rattrapée par l'assassinat de sa mère, vingt ans plus tôt. Un polar psychologique écrit en français comme tous les livres de l'écrivain italienne.   ► Playlist du jour : - Patoranking feat Buju Banton - Afrian Soldier -  Tiken Jah Fakoly - Africain à Paris.

AOT2 and Ugochi examine the realities of working in Nigeria as a young person, focusing on opportunities, barriers, and survival strategies. They discuss life in Lagos, break down trends in real estate, and touch on Nollywood and its evolving structure before wrapping up.----------234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram.Write to us: fanmail@234essential.comDonate to 234 Essential: https://donate.stripe.com/bIYfZw6g14juf1m8wxNewsletter: https://234essential.com/

« Le cinéma, c'est du théâtre en conserve », disait un certain Louis Jouvet, qui ne connaissait pas Nollywood. Qu'est-ce qui a poussé Serge Noukoué, le co-fondateur de Nollywoodweek Film Festival dans les salles obscures du cinéma du Nigéria, d'Afrique et des diasporas africaines ? Qu'est-ce qui a poussé cet Afropéen d'origine béninoise à manger du pop-corn en anglais dans le texte ? Même si Dalida, Mandela et les Bleus ont marqué son adolescence, son cœur s'est laissé embarqué par l'Afrique anglophone et son cinéma. Spécialiste des Industries Culturelles & Créatives, Noukoué rêve de renforcer les échanges entre créateurs de l'Afrique anglophone et francophone. Il rêve en couleur d'abolir les frontières de l'imaginaire. Ce rêve est déjà à quelques stations de métro (pour les + chanceux) puisque la 13ème édition de Nollywoodweek Film Festival se tiendra du 6 au 10 mai 2026 au Cinéma l'Arlequin, 76 rue de Rennes, 75006 Paris. Programmation de l'invité :  • Jauperi E d'Oxun • Sauti Sol Suzanna. 

« Le cinéma, c'est du théâtre en conserve », disait un certain Louis Jouvet, qui ne connaissait pas Nollywood. Qu'est-ce qui a poussé Serge Noukoué, le co-fondateur de Nollywoodweek Film Festival dans les salles obscures du cinéma du Nigéria, d'Afrique et des diasporas africaines ? Qu'est-ce qui a poussé cet Afropéen d'origine béninoise à manger du pop-corn en anglais dans le texte ? Même si Dalida, Mandela et les Bleus ont marqué son adolescence, son cœur s'est laissé embarqué par l'Afrique anglophone et son cinéma. Spécialiste des Industries Culturelles & Créatives, Noukoué rêve de renforcer les échanges entre créateurs de l'Afrique anglophone et francophone. Il rêve en couleur d'abolir les frontières de l'imaginaire. Ce rêve est déjà à quelques stations de métro (pour les + chanceux) puisque la 13ème édition de Nollywoodweek Film Festival se tiendra du 6 au 10 mai 2026 au Cinéma l'Arlequin, 76 rue de Rennes, 75006 Paris. Programmation de l'invité :  • Jauperi E d'Oxun • Sauti Sol Suzanna. 

This week, we explore Afrobeats at Coachella including Davido's set at Coachella, Tems and Wizkid featuring during Bieber's set, Odumodu and Blaqbonez continuing their beef, Michael Jackson's successor, and much more!Cover artists: Omah Lay, Burna Boy & DJ TunezFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewavng00:00 - Intro01:03 - Reviewing New Music07:01 - Diamond Platnumz & Juma Jux08:40 - Joanna - [Alex Iwobi/ 17] 13:40 - Zlatan, Odumodu, Fido - Dance For Jesus17:23 - Johnny Drille, Ayra Starr, Young Jonn (Colorado)18:53 - Adekunle Gold Olamide (Formation)20:35 - Ayra Starr Listening Party Lagos24:10 - Shallipopi Industry BFF?27:47 - Wizkid & Burna Beef Continued44:34 - Blaqbonez v Odumodu Blvck57:27 - Mavo signs artist to record label1:00:41 - Davido @ Coachella1:02:25 - Bieber bringing Wizkid/ Tems out 1:06:41 - Tunji Balogun's Influence in taking afrobeats to the world1:07:50 - Deconstructing Justin Bieber's Coachella performance1:14:41 - How Much Did Wizkid Tems & Davido Make from Coachella1:16:00 - Abusive fathers and becoming a music star1:25:11 - Do All artists need trauma to be great1:29:39 - Are Women being pressured to get BBLs1:41:03 - DO Nollywood Actors show as much dedication as Hollywood?1:47:12 - How Alaba was the main distributor for Nollywood and Nigerian music1:57:19 - MJ Movie premiere2:01:18 - Beyonce v MJ2:05:05 - Mariah Carey greater than Beyonce?Cover art designed by Djaji Prime & Shina LadipoProduction & Distribution: VISIONARY STUDIOS in association with ARROWHOUSE STUDIOS#TheWavNG

AOT2 and Ugochi kick off with the AMVCA nomination list, breaking down the biggest snubs before catching up on the week. They move into a weekly rant and Fan Mails, then unpack the Nollywood saga involving Funke Akindele and Toyin Abraham. The episode also touches on AI in Nigeria, Release Therapy, and wraps up with Prop and Flop of the Week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction15:44 - Catch up25:00 - Weekly rant39:00 - Fan mails57:00 - Nollywood saga - Funke Akindele and Toyin Abraham 01:43:20 - Release Therapy01:24:00 - Prop and flop of the week--------------------------------------------234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram.Write us: fanmail@234essential.comDonate to 234 Essential: https://donate.stripe.com/bIYfZw6g14juf1m8wxNewsletter: https://234essential.com/

This week, we have the best actor in the world on the best podcast in the world — Teniola Aladese! We talk about the Super Eagles' ill-timed win against Iran (like PLEASE), the rising cost of living in the country, Teni's rise to fame in Nollywood and how she structures her career & personal life now as a very prominent actor. We also sort out some juicy dilemmas about infidelity, stealing & mother-daughter trauma (a real trifecta). You know the best episodes are the ones where we have 3 big, beautiful babes so you're in for a treat! Also, we have a very special scented treat tucked away in the episode, courtesy of our good friends from Beguile By Oma! Shop the most intoxicating scents at beguile.com with our code for 5% off! ISWIS55Teniola's outfit, which we loooove is also available on her store @thecoolauntyinc Don't forget to use #ISWIS or #ISWISPodcast to share your thoughts while listening to the podcast! We love reading your posts on X! Rate the show 5 stars on whatever app you listen to, leave a review, share it with everyone you know, and if you also watch on YouTube, please subscribe, like, and leave a comment!Make sure to follow us onTwitter: @ISWISPodcastInstagram: @isaidwhatisaidpodYouTube: @isaidwhatisaidpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Trouver des financements, rencontrer des producteurs, convaincre des partenaires : pour de nombreux réalisateurs, tout se joue avant même le tournage. Faute de structures solides dans leurs pays, beaucoup de cinéastes africains viennent encore chercher ces opportunités en Europe, où se concentrent une grande partie des réseaux et des financements. À Paris, plusieurs projets portés par des réalisateurs venus du continent sont actuellement accompagnés pour tenter de franchir cette étape décisive. Autour d'un café, professionnels du secteur et invités découvrent chaque année les projets de cinéastes et producteurs venus des pays du Sud. Ils sont dix à avoir été choisis parmi une centaine de candidatures. Une sélection où l'Afrique occupe une place importante, comme l'explique Eva Nguyen Binh, présidente de l'Institut français : « L'Afrique, c'est un tiers des projets qu'on accueille à la Fabrique Cinéma. Notre objectif, c'est d'accompagner ces talents avec des échanges, des expériences, des master classes, et de les mettre en relation avec l'écosystème français. » Des réalisateurs et producteurs en début de carrière sont accompagnés à un moment clé de leur parcours, où il faut apprendre à exister sur un marché compétitif. « Ils apprennent comment vendre leur projet, car le cinéma, c'est la création artistique, mais c'est aussi un marché. Il faut donc qu'ils se confrontent à ce marché international », souligne un intervenant. Pour ces cinéastes, la première étape est souvent le Festival de Cannes, un passage important pour trouver des partenaires et des financements. Côté contenu, leurs films expriment souvent une forme d'urgence, avec des histoires ancrées dans des réalités sociales et politiques fortes. Emilie Pianta, responsable du programme Fabrique Cinéma, explique cette tendance : « Comme ce sont des premiers films, les réalisateurs et réalisatrices y mettent tout. Ce sont des films à fort enjeu politique et social, avec le besoin d'exprimer une demande de plus de justice sociale et de lutte contre les discriminations. » Une fois de retour dans leur pays, certains prolongent cette expérience en transmettant à leur tour ce qu'ils ont appris. Mais derrière cet accompagnement, une question persiste : ces dispositifs peuvent-ils, à eux seuls, permettre de structurer durablement le secteur du cinéma sur le continent ? Pour le producteur franco-sénégalais Jean Fall, la réponse est nuancée : « La Fabrique Cinéma fait partie des dispositifs qui existent pour soutenir le cinéma africain depuis des années. Mais malheureusement, ce n'est pas assez. Le problème, c'est qu'on n'a pas encore de véritable circulation des films au niveau de la distribution entre les pays africains. Les films restent dépendants des sélections aux festivals pour trouver un acheteur, et les producteurs eux-mêmes sont tributaires de ce système où ils dépendent de financements externes pour leurs œuvres. » Un constat qui interroge, alors que l'objectif, à terme, est de voir émerger des réseaux locaux plus autonomes. « Le plus grand succès, ce sera qu'ils n'aient plus besoin de nous », conclut Eva Nguyen Binh. À lire aussiAkinola Davies Jr, réalisateur de «Un jour avec mon père»: «Mon film est 100% Nollywood»

With the rise of “bad press” circulating online around celebrities, the crew of Afropop's Most Essential [Djaji, Karris & Moji] debate if negative PR has become a normal publicity strategy. The crew examine the controversy around Nollywood legend Dr Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde refusing to introduce herself in a viral clip, if Burna Boy is leaving Atlantic records to focus on Spaceship records.Plus our reactions to new music from Asake, Champz, Joey & MORE!Cover artists: Burna, Omotola, AsakeFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewavngTIMESTAMPS0:00 - Intro1:46 - Reacting to New Music From Asake, Champz, Qing MAdi, Joeboy, Bhadboi Oml13:45 - Is Burna Ending his contract with Atlantic records?16:29 - 960 suing spaceship for Burna's old catalogue21:37 - Omotola Jalade Ekeinde Trends for Viral Interview clip27:21 - Was It Wrong for Mama Deola TO speak at a women's panel?32:15 - The Growth and evolution of Live-streaming in Nigeria50:58 - How Black Artists generated 80% of Music revenue in the UK without owning the music59:01 - Spotify's 60bn Naira payout to artists1:04:48 - Ozoro Festival & Matters Arising1:19:01 - Should Gospel Artists Make Music with Secular artists?1:32:46 - Hosts Introduce themselves to audienceCover art designed by Djaji Prime & Shina LadipoProduction & Distribution: VISIONARY STUDIOS in association with ARROWHOUSE STUDIOS#TheWavNG

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dami Kujembola. CEO and co-founder of Amplify Africa:

Les amateurs de séries connaissent Bérangère McNeese pour avoir joué dans la série à succès HPI (le personnage de Daphné, la jeune enquêtrice data analyste). La comédienne belge passe à la réalisation avec un premier long-métrage remarqué, sorti ce mercredi 25 mars sur les écrans français. Les Filles du ciel met à l'honneur la sororité à travers la relation de quatre jeunes filles marginales qui composent une famille de substitution. À écouter dans L'Invité cultureAkinola Davies Jr, réalisateur de «Un jour avec mon père»: «Mon film est 100% Nollywood»

Les amateurs de séries connaissent Bérangère McNeese pour avoir joué dans la série à succès HPI (le personnage de Daphné, la jeune enquêtrice data analyste). La comédienne belge passe à la réalisation avec un premier long-métrage remarqué, sorti ce mercredi 25 mars sur les écrans français. Les Filles du ciel met à l'honneur la sororité à travers la relation de quatre jeunes filles marginales qui composent une famille de substitution. À écouter dans L'Invité cultureAkinola Davies Jr, réalisateur de «Un jour avec mon père»: «Mon film est 100% Nollywood»

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We track the week's biggest Caribbean headlines, from a landmark direct charter flight to Africa to urgent updates on energy, health leadership, climate resilience, and food security. We also spotlight cultural industry growth, standout athletic wins, and diaspora events on today's Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #1 for the week of March 23, 2026. Here are today's headlines.OECS-backed charter flight from the Caribbean to Abuja for African Caribbean Investment Summit themed “Reverse Middle Passage” framing of economic diplomacySt Kitts and Nevis Signs agreement with Nollywood director Steve Gukas for a major film projectUpdate on Cuba's nationwide power outage and diplomatic tensions around fuel and staffingBrazil's President Lula da Silva's call at CELAC for stronger regional integration Dominican Republic forms climate change partnership with the Italian Space Agency Grenada now leads a key PAHO subcommittee on budgets shaping health system resilienceGuyana-Barbados collaboration on Black Belly Sheep to cut food imports under CARICOM targetsGrenada soursop exports and new sanitary and phytosanitary capacity efforts for market accessDominica confirms lethal yellowing disease risk to coconut crops St. Lucia's Julien Alfred wins a bronze medal for Saint Lucia WNBA Player Aaliyah Boston's  Foundation hosts sports clinic in the US Virgin IslandsCaribbean American Heritage Festival set for June 2026 in BostonListen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know.Send news releases to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com. To underwrite or advertise with Pulse of the Caribbean Podcasts or for marketplace feature opportunities, email biz@pulseofthecaribbean.com. Like and follow us on Facebook. Thanks for listening, and do spread the word and share our podcast with others across the region and the diaspora.

Imaginez Lagos en 1993. La ville gronde, les militaires sont dans les rues, le Nigeria retient son souffle après une élection annulée. Notre invité culture, aujourd'hui, Akinola Davies Junior, a filmé ce chaos, vu à hauteur d'enfant. Son premier film «Un jour avec mon père», suit deux enfants, deux frères, qui accompagnent leur père dans la mégapole. En mai dernier, il a reçu, au festival de Cannes, une mention spéciale pour la très prestigieuse Caméra d'Or. Il sort ce mercredi dans les salles françaises et Akinola Davies Junior est au micro d'Elisabeth Lequeret.

Imaginez Lagos en 1993. La ville gronde, les militaires sont dans les rues, le Nigeria retient son souffle après une élection annulée. Notre invité culture, aujourd'hui, Akinola Davies Junior, a filmé ce chaos, vu à hauteur d'enfant. Son premier film «Un jour avec mon père», suit deux enfants, deux frères, qui accompagnent leur père dans la mégapole. En mai dernier, il a reçu, au festival de Cannes, une mention spéciale pour la très prestigieuse Caméra d'Or. Il sort ce mercredi dans les salles françaises et Akinola Davies Junior est au micro d'Elisabeth Lequeret.

From Hollywood to Nollywood, get a front row seat to the biggest entertainment stories in the world. Join host Jackson Mvunganyi on the Red Carpet for a fast-paced, engaging entertainment show featuring the latest in pop-culture, fashion, sports, film and television - content catered to an African audience.

Lagos, la megaciudad nigeriana donde el caos, la creatividad y la cultura se encuentran en cada esquina. Desde los mercados abarrotados y los barrios sobre el agua de Makoko, hasta la vibrante música afrobeat de Fela Kuti y la energía de Nollywood, exploramos lo que hace única a esta ciudad que nunca duerme. Aprovecha hasta el 19 de marzo el 15% de descuento com Intermundial usando el código SARELTURISTA o haciendo clic en el link https://www.intermundial.es/afiliados/seguros-de-viaje-recomendado?utm_source=Affiliates&utm_medium=Affiliates&utm_campaign=General&utm_term=691f0c850353a&utm_content=691f0c850353aGracias por estar aquí —¡ya superamos los 1,200 episodios y el millón de escuchas! Es pura magia gracias a ti, y me encanta compartirla✈️ Recuerda, en mi web www.cesarsar.com propongo algunos viajes conmigo a diferentes lugares del mundo. Vámonos! Por qué este podcast es mío, pero también es tuyo, he creado una sección en mi web de descuentos donde he negociado con diversas empresas interesantes, beneficios para todos. Tanto en seguros de Viaje como en tarjetas eSIM y otros. Descuentos - César Sar | El Turistahttps://cesarsar.com/descuentos/⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Aún no monetizo automáticamente para no interrumpir nuestra charla, pero te pido una mano: dame 5 estrellas y una reseña rápida —¡30 segundos que me impulsan mucho!

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dami Kujembola. CEO and co-founder of Amplify Africa:

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dami Kujembola. CEO and co-founder of Amplify Africa:

One of Nollywood's most respected legends sat with us… and shared some of the most painful moments of her life.From the loss of her child to her marriage struggles and her journey of faith.There were moments the emotions were just too much.

For decades, Africa's global story has been defined by commodities such as oil, gold, cocoa, and minerals.But today another force is reshaping the narrative. Culture.In this episode of Artiste Hangout with Femi Makx, we explore a question gaining global attention. Is culture now Africa's most powerful export?From the global rise of Afrobeats to the worldwide reach of Nollywood, African creativity is influencing music charts, film platforms, fashion, and digital culture. Artists like Burna Boy, Wizkid, Tems, and Rema are pulling billions of streams across the world, while African stories continue to expand their audience on platforms such as Netflix and Prime Video.Beyond entertainment, the African creative economy is growing rapidly. Analysts project the sector could approach 200 billion dollars in value by 2030, creating millions of opportunities for young creatives across music, film, fashion, and media.But can culture rival traditional exports?Can creativity become one of Africa's strongest economic forces?In this episode, Oluwafemi Makanjuola, broadcast producer, reporter, and host of Artiste Hangout with Femi Makx, unpacks the numbers, the global influence, and the deeper shift happening in how Africa is seen and heard around the world. The episode explores both the opportunities and the structural challenges shaping the future of African creativity.Artiste Hangout with Femi Makx continues to spotlight the voices, ideas, and industry conversations driving Africa's entertainment and creative industries forward.

It's just Dami and Isaac this time — no guest, just pure gist, hot takes, and unfiltered opinions. The duo dive into listener dilemmas, offering advice (solicited and unsolicited), sharing their perspectives, and reacting in the way only they can.They also get into the ongoing drama in the Nollywood industry, unpacking the subtle (and not-so-subtle) jabs flying around about marketing strategies, promo tactics, and the politics of attention. As always, the conversation blends humour with sharp observations.From relationship wahala to industry side-eyes, this episode feels like sitting in on a chaotic but insightful group chat.JOIN THE WHATSAPP CHANNEL:https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbBii6eLtOjA3h8LHg2BFOLLOW US ON:http://twitter.com/sonigerian_http://Instagram.com/sonigerian_http://twitter.com/damiar0shttp://instagram.com/_damiiaros7http://twitter.com/medici__ihttps://instagram.com/medici.i Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a compelling exchange on the Naija Filmmaker podcast, Victor Ugoo Njoku articulates his vision for a more inclusive and representative Nigerian film industry. Throughout the episode, he recounts his formative experiences that ignited his passion for filmmaking, particularly the influence of his academic background in mass communication. Njoku discusses the pivotal moments that shaped his understanding of storytelling, emphasizing the need for narratives that reflect the genuine experiences of marginalized groups. His latest documentary, This Is Love, serves as a testament to this mission, as it intimately examines the lives of three LGBTQ couples in Nigeria. Njoku candidly shares the challenges faced during the production process, including the necessity of creating a safe environment for participants to express their truths. The conversation extends to the broader implications of representation in film, as Njoku advocates for improved storytelling practices within Nollywood. He stresses that the success of the industry hinges on its ability to embrace diversity and elevate underrepresented voices, thereby enriching the cinematic landscape in Nigeria.In this episode, you will learn the following:The podcast episode unravels how Victor Njoku's path to filmmaking began not on a grand stage, but from a place of keen observation.Victor's motivations for making a queer-focused film and commitment to authentic representationVictor's self-awareness about learning and growth as a filmmaker.Resources:https://www.instagram.com/victorugoonjoku/https://guidedoc.tv/documentary/this-is-love-documentary-film/Other episodes you'll enjoy:https://thenaijafilmmaker.com/episode/chiomaonyenwehttps://thenaijafilmmaker.com/episode/creativeogehttps://thenaijafilmmaker.com/episode/danieloriahi Donate:PAYSTACK: https://paystack.com/pay/thenaijafilmpod/STRIPE: https://www.thenaijafilmmaker.com/supportConnect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenaijafilmpodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenaijafilmpodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thenaijafilmpodTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/thenaijafilmpodLoved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-naija-filmmaker-1969556

From poverty-induced scarcity to partnership mastery: Why Africans struggle with business partnerships - and the brutal truth about the crab mentality shaped by poverty, the 50% recovery miracle achieved by just showing up in a president's room, the 20-year partnership that survived gossip and theft accusations, and why learning to trust people early while building bulletproof processes created 95% retention rates, zero theft accusations, and the freedom to resign from every board except one where the right CEO hire changed everything. In this raw episode of Konnected Minds, host Derrick Abaitey sits down with a guest who dismantles the dangerous "protect yourself from everyone" mentality keeping Africans trapped in solo ventures that never scale, revealing the exact moment when recognizing what his business partner had that he didn't became more valuable than any skill he possessed, when telling someone to fly to an African country and stay in the president's room recovered 50% more money than expected, when 20 years of partnership with Debola survived people whispering "why is he so prominent and you're in the background" and "he'll take over once you leave," and why poverty creates a self-reinforcing cultural loop where movies show partners stealing businesses, uncles lose companies to relatives, and children grow up learning scarcity until the only solution is building capacity for trust in the universe, yourself, and others while implementing financial systems where the person approving claims isn't the same person disbursing money. This isn't motivational partnership talk from Instagram entrepreneurs - it's a systematic breakdown of why Warren Buffett's number one job is knowing your circle of competence and staying in it, why watching Debola work magic taught lessons that no book about intellect and logic could provide, why Eddie handles compliance and business continuity while Derrick does intuitive analysis phone calls that close deals, why the new CEO got full account access because hiring someone you don't trust means you shouldn't have hired them at all, why 17 years passed without ever knowing company account passwords or having family members safeguard interests, why firing someone for theft requires proof not accusations because it's too vile a charge to make without evidence, and why finding the right CEO created three years of calm, 95% retention, zero anonymous complaint letters, and organizational stability that lets you resign from every other board knowing this one company won't collapse. Critical revelations include: The 50% recovery miracle: told someone to fly to an African country, stay in the president's room, and recover the money - they came back with 50% more than expected, proving there are life skills some people have that others don't Why recognizing what you lack is as important as what you have: watching his business partner do things he couldn't do taught him early that intellect and logic aren't everything - sometimes emotions and relationship skills open doors that analysis can't The Warren Buffett circle of competence lesson: your number one job is knowing your circle of competence, staying in it, and deepening yourself in it - it's foolish to desire being everything Why Eddie calls for intuitive analysis: Eddie handles everything in the business deal except the final intuitive analysis - he'll call Derrick and say "get on the phone, speak to him, and if you feel it, let's do it" because that's Derrick's strength The Debola magic observation: sitting in front of someone who walks magic taught more than all the books about intellect - watching the magician work showed that sometimes what's required is a person who knows how to open the door, not the smartest person in the room Why poverty creates crab mentality: if poverty has bent people into a crab shape, they believe they have to behave like crabs - poverty is a powerful reality distortion machine that creates self-reinforcing loops of scarcity thinking The 20-year partnership gossip test: people would come saying "why is Debola so prominent and you're in the background" and "he'll take over the business once you leave" - but these were things discussed and structured before they even started, so the gossip meant nothing Why Africans fear partnership: we learn scarcity culturally from bosses, parents, books, and movies - every Nollywood film shows someone traveling and coming back to find their business stolen, so children grow up learning that partnership equals theft Host: Derrick Abaitey

From prayer conferences to business literacy: Why Africa's religious indoctrination keeps the continent poor - and the brutal truth about mental slavery, media colonization, and the generational deprogramming required to break free from the "abroad or nothing" mindset that traps African youth in Western fantasies while real wealth gets built by those who see opportunities at home. In this explosive episode of Konnected Minds, Nigerian personal finance coach and pan-African thought leader NTO dismantles the dangerous religious delegation fantasy keeping African crusades packed while business conferences sit empty, the media-manufactured "white is better" narrative that programs youth to believe success only exists abroad, and the three-generation deprogramming timeline required to undo mental slavery that survived long after physical colonization ended. This isn't motivational pan-African talk from Instagram activists - it's a systematic breakdown of why countries with religion as a fifth pillar of influence turn that advantage into an anchor when teachings prioritize prayer over problem-solving, why the Israelites left Egypt physically but not mentally and had to die in the wilderness before a slavery-free generation could enter the promised land, and why Africa has been mentally colonized by the United States through Netflix movies selling Paris as the city of love, America as the land of opportunity, and Western slums hidden while African poverty gets broadcast globally through Nollywood's ritualist and corruption narratives. Critical revelations include: • Why religious teachings across Africa prioritize prayer over action - crusades are full, business conferences are empty, and as long as religious attendance exceeds wealth-building education, Africa stays poor • The biblical wealth reality check: everyone who was wealthy in the Bible did something - they didn't just pray and wait for money to fall from heaven • Why religious teachers often only make themselves wealthy, not the people listening to them - the biggest lie keeping congregations broke while pastors build empires • The generational deprogramming timeline: it can't be fully reversed in one generation because indoctrination runs deep - it requires two to three generations (80-120 years) of consistent counter-programming • The Israelites exodus lesson: they left Egypt physically but not mentally, complained about every challenge, wanted to return to slavery where they had food - so God let that entire generation die in the wilderness and raised a new generation that never knew bondage • Why it's easier to indoctrinate a fresh mind than to remove existing programming and replace it - deprogramming adults who've believed lies their whole life is nearly impossible • The colonization timeline reality: most African countries gained independence 60-65 years ago, but colonization was mental slavery - and you need a generation completely removed from slavery mentality to break free • Why young Africans think success requires traveling abroad - media, entertainment, and arts have sold the narrative that "white is better than black" and foreign shores equal automatic success • The seven mountains of influence: politics, religion, business, entertainment and arts, sports, education, and media - and the weapons of indoctrination are media, entertainment, and arts • The abroad success illusion: people hear about those who succeed overseas but never about those suffering abroad, because African pride and shame prevent them from admitting they're struggling in foreign currency poverty • The biblical path diversity: God told Abraham to leave his land, told Isaac to stay and not leave, sent Jacob to Egypt for food - three generations, three different paths, proving success isn't one-size-fits-all • Why Isaac wanted to leave to Egypt - because he saw his father Abraham do it, but God said "your father left, you stay" - don't copy someone else's path just because it worked for them • The exposure advantage: people who travel abroad and return often succeed more because they gain exposure, enlightenment, and see different ways of doing things - but you can also travel within Africa or consume content that brings that exposure to you • The media colonization reality: physically colonized by the British, mentally colonized by the United States - African habits, entertainment, fashion, and lifestyle are modeled after American culture, not British • Why every two out of three Netflix movies sell Paris, Milan, or the US as dream destinations - countries invest in media that makes people want to visit, while African movies sell ritualism, poverty, and corruption • The "city of love" branding: who said Paris is the city of love? They did, and we believed it - that's strategic narrative control through entertainment Guest: Nosakhari Tunde-Oni (NTO) Host: Derrick Abaitey.

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Just so you’re aware: at one point in this episode, Barnum denies being racist while also dodging a tomato someone throws at him. And somehow… that’s not even the wildest part.Anyway—This episode takes the Barnum saga to its peak (and chaos), as we step behind the glittery curtain of “The Greatest Show on Earth” to reveal the messy reality the musical politely avoided. We explore Barnum’s controversial sideshow acts, including the dehumanizing “What Is It?” exhibit, and how he turned harmful pseudoscience into box office gold. The man was hustling — and sometimes harming — long before Hugh Jackman started singing on rooftops.Through reenactments, heated commentary, uninvited tomatoes, and Barnum himself defending every terrible idea he ever had, we unravel how spectacle, exploitation, racism, manipulation, genius, and pure shamelessness merged into the legend that shaped modern entertainment.We also follow Barnum into his unexpected political career (because of course he became a mayor), his partnership with James Bailey, and his overconfident reactions to modern TV, TikTok, Nollywood, and roller coasters. He hates most things, but respects exaggeration — naturally.This is Barnum unfiltered. Ambitious. Audacious. Problematic. And annoyingly proud of it.Welcome to The Greatest Showman — where the real story is stranger than the musical… and the musical already had a man dancing with an elephant.

THIS WEEK ON WRESTHINGS WE'VE GOT SPECIAL GUEST KURO IN THE BUILDING. WE DISCUSSED:To Kill A Monkey, Nollywood and Cameroonian cinemaKuro's love for Kendrick LamarHow he got into wrestling and how The Rock changed everything for himHow he chose his entrance and why it's so iconic Dream of wrestling in Japan, the French Scene growing and the perception of BritWres in FranceFrench Snapchat Calls Ricochet OutBuilding a France vs BritWres card and who he'd bookRicky Sosa's words for Tommy Tanner ahead of Progress UnboxingPlus moreSound off in the comments and join the conversation #WRESTHINGSMusic produced by JAE EAUXJoin our youtube membership for access to more content and our members discord: https://www.youtube.com/@WRESTHINGS/joinTwitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/WRESTHINGS⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/WRESTHINGS⁠Buy us juice on Ko-Fi: ⁠https://ko-fi.com/wresthings

Shalewa Holmes once said, “The yam is but a distraction,” which is not a sentence you expect from a world-class detective, but here we are.Anyway—In this investigative sequel, we go deeper into the yamification mystery — past the folklore, beyond the juju science, straight into conspiracy territory. Sherlock Shalewa Holmes returns with his most unhinged deduction yet, breaking down the seven possible culprits behind Nigeria’s favourite supernatural threat: spiritual leaders, fraudsters, Nollywood, ritualists, parents, the yam industry… and yes, the mysterious Yam Mafia.But the rabbit hole doesn’t end there.We hear fresh witness testimonies from people who swear they almost turned tuber. We get an undercover confession from a masked yam seller whose business model depends on “special yams.” And we take calls from the newly launched Yam Alert Hotline, where one representative is doing her absolute best not to scream at the chaos unfolding on the phone lines.This episode explores the politics, paranoia, and profit surrounding a myth that has shaped generations — and asks the question the government really doesn’t want you to ask:If yamification isn’t real…why does everyone know someone who “almost turned”?Welcome to The Other Side of Yam — where superstition becomes evidence, evidence becomes conspiracy, and every N500 note on the floor suddenly feels like a trap.

Nollywood's shift to YouTube is a digital revolution! We explore the crucial question: Did the audience demand this wave of low-budget content, or did technology simply solve the distribution crisis? We break down the profit margins and the massive power shift that put production and distribution directly into the hands of every filmmaker. Find out how Nollywood became the world's most adaptable film industry.

Submarine and A Roach — Nigeria's funniest podcast and the #1 comedy podcast in Nigeria — presents “We Must Credit Nnamdi Kanu & Mr Eazi for Detty December,” hosted by TMT & Koj.A quick Yoruba linguistics lesson kicks things off (“Ten is happening,” decoded), before the boys audit Detty December's origin story: did Nnamdi Kanu inadvertently shift December migration patterns—and did Mr Eazi brand the season by popularising “Detty” through his many Detty events?They trade receipts, timelines, and jokes, then price-check the present: Lagos Airbnb listings touching $9,000 for 11 nights, plus a playful side quest blaming Maleek Berry's “Eko Miami” for the city's glossy rebrand.Finally, Spotify Wrapped enters the chat—Koj pulls a youthful Spotify “age” of 22, TMT clocks in at 73—and they dive into their top artists for 2025 before closing on a Nollywood riff inspired by the just-concluded S16 movie festival.It's Yoruba lessons, Detty December origins, Afrobeats, rap music, Spotify Wrapped, and Nollywood—served with signature Submaroach mischief.

Everybody say HAPPY BIRTHDAY BAYO! This is our first ever episode on my birthday and we're talking about... checks show notesDear lord 🤦🏾‍♂️, well, enjoy!People always say “don’t pick money from the ground,” but nobody warned us the consequence could be… turning into lunch. Okay maybe they did.Anyway—In this investigative mockumentary, we dive headfirst into one of Nigeria’s most chaotic superstitions: the myth that picking ground money can turn you into a yam. Yes. An actual yam. The kind your aunty boils for Sunday lunch.From whispered market rumours to distorted survivor testimonies, from Nollywood’s obsession with dramatic tuber transformations to that viral Ibadan incident that had people shouting “yamification!”, this episode uncovers the cultural roots — and absolute madness — behind one of our most persistent urban legends.We explore the folklore, the fear, the juju science, the moral lessons, the scam-prevention theory, and the accidental comedy woven through generations. Along the way, Prof Prof breaks down the sociology of yam myths, two market boys make terrible life choices, and Inspector Chukwudi (a.k.a. The Yam Whisperer) tries to get promoted while being slapped by civilians.And just when you think it can’t get more ridiculous, Shalewa Holmes arrives to investigate the conspiracy behind it all. Because if people really are turning into tubers… someone out there is benefitting.This is superstition meets satire, urban legend meets detective story, and fear meets fufu.Welcome to the Duality of Yam — where every warning your parents ever shouted suddenly makes too much sense.

Join TMT, Mayowa, and Koj on Submarine and A Roach. Nigeria's funniest and #1 comedy podcast for Episode 238, "The Danish Inception." The boys kick things off with their usual nonsense, diving straight into the chaotic and hilarious world of tiktok reverse love scam racism.The conversation takes a darker turn as they explore the rise of alté serial killers via.......sigh.....music.Then, in true Submaroach fashion, they switch gears to African accents in Hollywood by way of Stella Damascus.Culture chat continues with Tmt's signature storytelling prowess, and the boys discuss Tinubu's recent ambassador appointments and the bewildering political appointments. Time will tell.Throughout the episode, the boys blend serious topics with their signature humour, taking you on a wild ride through culture, politics, and the ever present chaos of Nigerian life. From alté killers to Nollywood stardom and Tinubu's international moves, they cover it all with a side of laughs.Get ready for another wild, thought-provoking, and hilarious episode of Submarine and A Roach.

"We are talking about explosively popular content, explosively sellable, bankable product."Afrobeats is topping global charts. Nollywood is Nigeria's second largest employer. African fashion is inspiring runways from Paris to New York. But who really benefits when African creativity goes global? In this episode of Limitless Africa, hosts Claude Grunitzky and Dimpho Lekgeu speak to Taiye Selasi, writer and producer, and Liz Lenjo, one of East Africa's leading entertainment lawyers. They explore how protecting intellectual property (IP) can unlock wealth for African creators, why many artists still fear fighting for their rights, and how the diaspora plays a powerful role in bringing African art, music and stories to global audiences.Plus: The steps to take if someone steals your idea

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dami Kujembola. CEO and co-founder of Amplify Africa:

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dami Kujembola. CEO and co-founder of Amplify Africa:

Dami Kujembola. CEO and co-founder of Amplify Africa.

Dami Kujembola. CEO and co-founder of Amplify Africa.

Dami Kujembola. CEO and co-founder of Amplify Africa.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dami Kujembola. CEO and co-founder of Amplify Africa:

This week, we're joined by THE fabulous SimiMoonlight as she takes us through what it's really like being a notable fashion and lifestyle content creator in a world with increasing parasocial relationships & fewer boundaries as you become more visible on the internet. An episode without our silliness doesn't exist, so obviously we talked about the big lady age that is 30+ and all it comes with, and the comedic relief that is Nollywood. We also tackle some fascinating dilemmas around twin-sibling relationships, broken trust in a very new marriage and what it's like to dislike your in-laws. Of course, we're still reeling from the high of our New York show & we'd like to say a huge thanks to you guys for coming out. See you next yearrrDon't forget to use #ISWIS or #ISWISPodcast to share your thoughts while listening to the podcast on X! Rate the show 5 stars on whatever app you listen to and leave a review. Share with everyone you know, and if you also watch on YouTube, subscribe, like, and leave a comment!Choose Bolden products for all your skincare needs like we do! They're available at Medplus Pharmacy locations, Nectar Beauty, Beauty Hut S Teeka4! For US, UK & Canada, shop at www.boldenusa.comMake sure to follow us on.Twitter: @ISWISPodcastInstagram: @isaidwhatisaidpodYouTube: @isaidwhatisaidpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AOT2 and Ugochi continue their review of the Nollywood series ‘To Kill A Monkey', the ongoing debate about Nepo babies and Lapo babies, the Super Falcon winning their 10th title, and other news that made the rounds this week OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction10:00 - To Kill A Monkey review cont.01:13:45 - Catch up01:41:10 - Tweet of the week01:51:15 - Nepo Babies Vs. Lapo Babies02:20:00 - Prop and flop of the week02:41:35 - Sign out

"Nollywood - Nigeria's Mirror" takes us to Lagos, the third largest film industry in the world. Scholars Jonathan Haynes and Onookome Okome serve as guides as we negotiate the intricacies and eccentricities of Nollyood's past and digital future. Nollywood films dramatize key tensions in contemporary Nigerian life, such as the relationship between tradition and cosmopolitanism. Distributed through pirate DVD networks across Africa, the Caribbean and the Diaspora at large, Nollywood films are a global phenomenon - and we'll find out why. We'll also be joined by Christopher Kirkley of the Sahel Sounds blog, who transports us to northern Nigeria and into the electronic sound world of Hausa film music. APWW #646