About this podcast
Loose Talk is a podcast about the conversations you should be having. It is hosted by Osagie Alonge, Steve Dede and Ayomide Tayo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
The newest 50 of 183 episodes
- Peace And Love · 3 h 26 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss the 2027 elections, Nigeria’s electricity challenges, and the growing trend of people going off the grid. They examine the sentencing of Lami…
- DRONE BOY · 3 h 27 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss Tony Kabaka’s renunciation of cultism, opposition governors backing Tinubu ahead of the 2027 elections, and Pastor Bolaji’s viral “Men Dey!”…
- The Politics of Language · 3 h 27 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve kick off with a catch-up before discussing the politics of language in Lagos and Senator Adams Oshiomhole’s viral interview on fuel prices. They also…
- REVIVAL · 2 h 49 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss Nigeria’s updated emergency number before looking back at the COVID-19 pandemic and the year 2020. They also examine a pastor’s advice on helping…
- Traffic Is A Lifestyle · 3 h 28 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss politicians using the viral Niger teen miner as a political prop, Tinubu’s absence from the UN General Assembly, and traffic in Lagos. They also…
- Brief and Debrief · 3 h 9 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss the deaths of illegal mining suspects in Nigerian custody and the AIG’s defense of the CP’s presence at the City Boy Movement in Lagos. They…
- Last Man Standing · 2 h 55 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss the ongoing trial of Lindsay Clancy and the latest developments as jurors deliberate after reaching an initial deadlock. They also dive into deep…
- Uber has Bolted · 3 h 47 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss Very Dark Man’s appearance at the Nigerian Bar Association’s Annual General Conference and a major romance scam involving a man who posed as an…
- TONY · 3 h 24 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss Lagos’ rising rent prices and reactions from Femi Hamzat and Ayo Adio before covering the Jewel Howard-Taylor drug-trafficking case, Obi Cubana’s…
- Civilization · 4 h 10 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss Davido’s return to active politics following his uncle Ademola Adeleke’s re-election in Osun State, before examining Kano State’s ₦1.5 billion…
- Open Secret · 2 h 34 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve reflect on the era of traditional media and its influence on Nigeria’s entertainment industry before unpacking the Okoye family drama, Peter Okoye’s…
- Needed Delusion · 3 h 43 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve are joined by Benjamin Dada for a wide-ranging conversation before Steve reflects on the challenges of accurate storytelling in Nigerian media. They also…
- The Great Extraction · 3 h 22 minAnother fun episode that starts with simple jokes and moves to the marvellous wonderings of Nigerian politics. OUTLINE 00:00 - Introduction 01:08:00 - Nigeria's top 1% now…
- Forfeitures and Revivals · 3 h 18 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve kick off with their final World Cup 2026 conversation, breaking down England and France’s disappointing semi-final exits, previewing the Spain vs…
- The Happiness Index · 3 h 19 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve kick off with the biggest talking points from the 2026 World Cup before discussing the devastating floods in Lagos and the recurring questions around the…
- Nigerian Magic · 2 h 46 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve kick off with the latest from the 2026 World Cup before reflecting on the role music producers have played in shaping the sound and global rise of…
- Olodo Uprising [The Akara Economy] · 3 h 28 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve kick off with the latest action from the 2026 World Cup knockout stage before unpacking the First Lady’s plan to provide grants for women to start small…
- Hydration Break · 3 h 30 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve kick off with the biggest talking points from the 2026 World Cup before turning their attention to the Federal Government’s newly launched free digital TV…
- Economic Level · 3 h 1 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve kick off with conversations around the 2026 World Cup and the New York Knicks’ NBA Championship triumph before taking a trip back to Afrobeats’ remarkable…
- The Flyover · 3 h 11 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve reflect on the evolution of Afrobeats, tracing its journey through different eras and asking whether albums still have the cultural impact they once did…
- ICEPOD · 2 h 28 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve kick off with a catch-up, touching on the UEFA Champions League final, pop culture, and the state of insecurity in Nigeria. They then tackle the question…
- Predicted Champions · 3 h 20 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve kick off with pop culture discussions, including Arsenal winning the Premier League, Niniola announcing the death of her husband and manager Michael…
- Cybercrime Slippery Slope · 3 h 25 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve kick off with an introduction before discussing the joint US-Nigeria military operation that reportedly led to the killing of ISIS’ second-in-command and…
- The Unemployable · 2 h 50 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve kick off with an introduction before unpacking the debate around whether Nigerians are becoming unemployable, following recent comments by Tosin…
- M$NEY & Politics · 3 h 6 minAOT2 opens with Afrobeats and a catch-up between Osagie and Steve before Jude Egbas, Deputy Editor at TheCable, joins the conversation. Together, they dig into the ADC crisis…
- Throwback: The Donald Duke Episode · 2 h 51 minBefore Tinubu. Before Atiku's last run. Before half of you even knew Loose Talk existed, we sat down with the man who wanted to be president of Nigeria. July 2018. Donald Duke…
- The Finance Bro feat Damilola Alonge · 3 h 3 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve host Damilola Alonge for a deep dive into the Nigerian economy, unpacking key trends, policy shifts, and what they mean for everyday Nigerians. The…
- Steve Tinubu · 3 h 40 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve kick off with the Lassa fever outbreak before diving into the debate around Seyi Tinubu at the rave and the tension between dancing and dissent. They…
- Resignation Season · 3 h 21 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve start with Easter reflections before examining the wave of political resignations ahead of elections. They move into music and react to President Tinubu’s…
- Convention Tings · 3 h 32 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss Ayra Starr winning Best International Act at the MOBO Awards 2026 before catching up on the week. They break down the APC National Convention and…
- Milk and NYSC · 3 h 18 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve open with a discussion on radio culture before reacting to reports from a disturbing festival in Ozoro, Delta State, and the conversations it triggered…
- Clock It · 3 h 4 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve kick off with an introduction before discussing Omah Lay’s claims about Afrobeats. They highlight Tiwa Savage launching an intensive music program and…
- “This is a Water” · 3 h 5 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve begin with an introduction before discussing Daniel Bwala’s appearance on Mehdi Hasan’s show and the reactions that followed. They examine the reported…
- FAFO · 3 h 21 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss music and the Modenine debate on the timeline. They examine the arrest of El-Rufai and its political implications, reflect on Olusegun Obasanjo…
- From Lagos with Love · 3 h 25 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss the news of 1,000 Nigerians killed in violent attacks within just 41 days, unpacking its implications for security and leadership. They review the…
- You Must Dance · 3 h 21 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve start with a deep dive into Nollywood and the backlash over social media dance promotions for movies. They discuss the Tyla outrage following her Grammy…
- Lingua Franca · 3 h 8 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss the evolution of A.I and its impact on work and daily life. They touch on underage marriage and the health sector before covering This Week in…
- Need For Speed · 3 h 21 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve start with reactions to Speed’s visit to Nigeria, exploring the rise of begging culture and why it has become so prevalent. They highlight viral moments…
- I Just Know, I Don't Think · 2 h 57 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve start with AFCON discussions and the current mood around the tournament in Nigeria. They examine the National Bureau of Statistics’ new approach to…
- Slumdog Billionaires · 3 h 10 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss AFCON and the reactions around the tournament, then move to reports of government raids and arrests of beggars. They break down Babcock…
- Audacity · 2 h 41 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve react to reports around Anthony Joshua’s involvement in a tragic accident in Lagos, then discuss the Ilashe boat accident that claimed lives and the…
- PHASE 2026 · 3 h 11 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss the Diddy documentary and the reactions it has sparked, then touch on Detty December and its impact on culture and spending. They also examine…
- Motion · 1 h 44 minAOT2 and Steve talk Detty December and what it says about culture and access, then shift to AFCON and national expectations. Fan Mails bring listener perspectives into the mix…
- Coup de Pod · 2 h 45 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss the buildup to the 2027 general election, Harrison Gwamnishu’s arrest over an alleged ransom diversion, and the US Mission’s new social media skit…
- Pod Ambassadors · 3 h 40 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss Nigeria this week: the UK rejecting the request for Ekweremadu to serve his sentence in Nigeria, Tinubu declaring a security state of emergency…
- Fire on the Mountain · 3 h 48 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss Nigeria this week: the killing of Army Brigadier General Musa Uba by ISWAP, mass kidnappings and bandit attacks, Nnamdi Kanu’s life sentence, and…
- Cat's Out the Bag · 3 h 34 minAOT2 Steve and Osagie discuss Wike’s reported clash with a military officer and his response denying any rift with the military. They also break down the news of Wike’s expulsion…
- The Invasion · 3 h 17 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss the viral video of Edo State Governor’s praise singer, Peller’s money laundering claims against Javis, and the father of a late journalist…
- Loose Talk Live at Greasy Tunes Lagos · 1 h 52 minRecorded live at Spotify’s Greasy Tunes Lagos, this special episode of Loose Talk dives into the theme “How Hip-Hop Paved the Way for Afrobeats.” Osagie Alonge, Steve Dede, and…
- Polycule Podcasters · 4 h 15 minAOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss Tech Cabal’s Moonshot Networking event, the reported failed coup attempt against President Tinubu, Enugu Governor Peter Mbah’s defection to APC…
