Nigerian American
37 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 months ago - ★★★★★ - 169 ratingsNigerian American explores the stories and experiences of International migrants. Hosted by eLDee, the show features interviews with guests from all walks of life, including entrepreneurs, artists, activists, and more. Through these conversations, the podcast aims to create a platform for Africans in the diaspora to share their stories and perspectives, while also providing a space for dialogue on topics such as identity, society and culture. The podcast also covers a range of topics, including music, politics, business, and more. With its unique blend of storytelling and discussion, Nigerian American is a must-listen for anyone interested in learning more about the unique experiences of Africans on the continent and in the diaspora. eLDee is a popular social commentator and influencer, and acclaimed thought leader. He is an early pioneer of Afrobeats music and an innovator of sorts with many groundbreaking accomplishments.
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Episodes
Startups & i-Robots [Episode 34]
April 30, 2023 22:00 - 1 hour - 47 MBToks and I catch-up on past experiences and the evolution of humanity as it relates to Artificial intelligence. Support the show
A Cold Night
March 02, 2023 20:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBIn 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. Support the show
Prof [Episode 33]
February 17, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 62.1 MBIn this episode, I speak with Obehi Okojie about Nigeria and the 2023 elections. Support the show
Stronger Together [Episode 32]
February 08, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 71.9 MBIn this episode Sam and I discuss the value of having an intentional community and a few challenges as first generation Nigerian-Americans. Support the show
The Looting Machine [Episode 31]
February 01, 2023 14:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MBIn 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. Support the show
Dr Sweetness [Episode 30]
January 25, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 59.6 MBOjia Foster aka "Dr Sweetness" & I discuss the overwhelming challenges of medical practice in Nigeria. Support the show
The Matthews [Episode 29]
January 18, 2023 10:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBIn this episode, I chat with Steve Matthews about intercultural relationships. Support the show
Karate Kid
January 11, 2023 10:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MBIn this episode I tell some stories about my experience at the University of Lagos, Nigeria. Support the show
The Baton Girl [Episode 28]
January 04, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 80.7 MBIn 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. Support the show
Living With SCD [Episode 27]
December 29, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 52 MBIn this episode, Dolly and I discuss living with SCD with our friends Ese and Mari Sifo Support the show
Dónde Estás [Episode 26]
December 23, 2022 02:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MBIn this episode I tell a story about my friend Bello. Support the show
The Japa Syndrome [Episode 25]
December 17, 2022 06:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MBIn this episode, I discuss the jápa syndrome. This episodes features my long time friend and afrobeats music pioneer Oladele. Support the show
Naija No Dey Carry Last [Episode 24]
December 09, 2022 04:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MBIn this episode, we discuss the pidgin phrase "Naija no dey carry last" against the Nigerian culture of excellence. Support the show
Cancel Culture [Episode 23]
September 18, 2021 22:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBIn this episode, I discuss cancel culture. Support the show
The Culture of Respect [Episode 22]
September 04, 2021 04:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MBIn this episode, I take a deep look at the culture of unconditional age based respect. Book mentioned: "Turn this ship around" by David Marquet Video mentioned: "Greatness" by David Marquet Support the show
Payola [Episode 21]
June 08, 2019 18:05 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MBIn this episode, I discuss Payola. Support the show
Artist vs Record label [Episode 20]
May 25, 2019 00:00 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MBIn this episode I discuss the often bitter end to artist and record label relationships. Support the show
False Prophets (The forecast Illusion) [Episode 19]
May 12, 2019 00:00 - 24 minutes - 17.2 MBIn this episode I discuss false prophets and the forecast illusion. Support the show
Money is everything, and bad guys win [Episode 18]
August 26, 2018 22:40 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MBIn this episode, I discuss the effects of intentional storytelling. Support the show
Cognitive Biases (Part 3) [Episode 17]
May 10, 2018 21:01 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MBThis is the third episode of my Cognitive bias mini-series. In this episode, I discuss the survivorship bias. Support the show
3 Sessions [Episode 16]
April 23, 2018 03:11 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MBIn this episode, I tell a story about Rachel and an experience she had with a university lecturer. Support the show
Cognitive Biases (Part 2) [Episode 15]
March 26, 2018 23:12 - 22 minutes - 15.1 MBThis is the second episode of my Cognitive bias mini-series. In this episode, I discuss the sunk cost fallacy. Support the show
Cognitive Biases (Part 1) [Episode 14]
March 12, 2018 06:25 - 33 minutes - 22.7 MBThis is the first of a mini-series where I discuss common cognitive biases. In this episode, I discuss the confirmation bias. Support the show
The Big Picture [Episode 13]
March 06, 2018 03:39 - 1 hour - 43 MBIn this episode, I tell a story about Femi and his business startup experience. Support the show
The Value of Trust [Episode 12]
February 16, 2018 13:19 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MBIn this episode I discuss the value of trust in human large scale cooperation systems. Support the show
Modern Slavery [Episode 11]
December 04, 2017 03:53 - 33 minutes - 23.4 MBIn this episode, I talk about modern slavery and some common practices that we must work towards eradicating. Support the show
A cold night [Episode 10]
November 13, 2017 02:58 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBIn this episode I talk about an experience I had on a cold harmattan night in Kaduna, the morning before I started secondary school. Support the show
Na condition make crayfish bend [Episode 9]
November 06, 2017 01:27 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MBIn this episode, I talk about the general notion that African immigrants to the US are more successful than their African American counterparts. Support the show
Art is subjective [Episode 8]
October 29, 2017 18:51 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MBIn this episode I explain how the human brain processes music and how easy it is to manipulate. Support the show
Cultural Evolution [Episode 7 Feat. MI Abaga]
October 08, 2017 06:47 - 27 minutes - 19.3 MBThis episode features one of my favorite African rappers MI Abaga, we discuss cultural evolution. Support the show
2k Trybe [Episode 6]
September 24, 2017 06:40 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MBIn this episode I tell the story of how we started the music group Trybesmen. Trybesmen was one of the music groups at the forefront of the revolution that birthed the African genre popularly known as afrobeats. Support the show
Medical Tourism - Part 2 [Episode 5]
September 10, 2017 11:31 - 24 minutes - 17.2 MBIn this episode I share another personal story about Medical Tourism. Support the show
Medical Tourism [Episode 4]
September 03, 2017 07:26 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MBIn this episode I discuss medical tourism. Support the show
Karate Kid [Episode 3]
August 20, 2017 18:17 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBIn this episode, I talk about experiences in my first year as a student at the University of Lagos. Support the show
Big Fish [Episode 2]
August 13, 2017 03:31 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MBIn this episode, I tell a story about Ade and an experience he had on a Friday night in Atlanta. Support the show
American Black [Episode 1]
August 06, 2017 18:24 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBIn this episode, I tell a personal story about implicit bias and the disconnect between African Americans and African immigrants in the United States of America. Support the show
The intro (Who am I?)
July 29, 2017 23:47 - 1 minute - 747 KBNigerian American is eLDee's podcast. Support the show