Nigerian American
Episodes
40 episodes
The Olódò Economy [Episode 36]
The Olodo Economy: How Incentives and Attention Shape CivilizationsIn this episode, eLDee argues that every civilization becomes a reflection of what it consistently rewards, urging viewers to focus less on blaming people and more on id...
The Biggest Lie We Tell About Creativity [Episode 35]
After nearly two years away from the microphone, eLDee returns with what may be the most thought provoking episode of Nigerian American yet.Using music, architecture, technology, and everyday life, he challenges one of the biggest...
No Man's Friend
Garrett Van Tiem and I had a conversation that truly embodies what this podcast is all about—a multi-dimensional exploration of ideas, stories, and life itself. We covered many topics including fame, afrobeats, fraternities and the Nigerian civ...
Startups & i-Robots [Episode 34]
Toks and I catch-up on past experiences and the evolution of humanity as it relates to Artificial intelligence.
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A Cold Night
In this re-run episode I talk about an experience I had on a cold harmattan night in Kaduna, the morning before I started secondary school.
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Prof [Episode 33]
In this episode, I speak with Obehi Okojie about Nigeria and the 2023 elections.
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Stronger Together [Episode 32]
In this episode Sam and I discuss the value of having an intentional community and a few challenges as first generation Nigerian-Americans.
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The Looting Machine [Episode 31]
In this episode, Tom Burgis, author of the book 'The Looting Machine', shares his in-depth knowledge on corruption and kleptocracy in the extractive industries of Africa. Originally recorded in 2018.
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Dr Sweetness [Episode 30]
Ojia Foster aka "Dr Sweetness" & I discuss the overwhelming challenges of medical practice in Nigeria.
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The Matthews [Episode 29]
In this episode, I chat with Steve Matthews about intercultural relationships.
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Karate Kid
In this episode I tell some stories about my experience at the University of Lagos, Nigeria.
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The Baton Girl [Episode 28]
In this episode I interview Edidiong "Diddi" Emah, a professional dancer, performing artist and creative director who you might recognize as the baton girl from Beyonce's "Homecoming" Documentary or her feature in Wakanda Forever.
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Living With SCD [Episode 27]
In this episode, Dolly and I discuss living with SCD with our friends Ese and Mari Sifo
Dónde Estás [Episode 26]
In this episode I tell a story about my friend Bello.
The Japa Syndrome [Episode 25]
In this episode, I discuss the jápa syndrome. This episodes features my long time friend and afrobeats music pioneer Oladele.
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Naija No Dey Carry Last [Episode 24]
In this episode, we discuss the pidgin phrase "Naija no dey carry last" against the Nigerian culture of excellence.
Cancel Culture [Episode 23]
In this episode, I discuss cancel culture.
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The Culture of Respect [Episode 22]
In this episode, I take a deep look at the culture of unconditional age based respect.Book mentioned: "Turn this ship around" by David MarquetVideo mentioned: "
Artist vs Record label [Episode 20]
In this episode I discuss the often bitter end to artist and record label relationships.
False Prophets (The forecast Illusion) [Episode 19]
In this episode I discuss false prophets and the forecast illusion.
Money is everything, and bad guys win [Episode 18]
In this episode, I discuss the effects of intentional storytelling.
Cognitive Biases (Part 3) [Episode 17]
This is the third episode of my Cognitive bias mini-series. In this episode, I discuss the survivorship bias.
