Akinola Davies Jr. and his brother Wale made My Father's Shadow—a film about their father's death and the conversations their Nigerian family never had. But making the film didn't "heal" them the way people expect. And Akinola is honest about that.We talk about grief, family silence, and the quie…
POV: You realize your parents were never superheroes.Just people trying their best 💚Akinola Davies Jr. says 'My Father’s Shadow' is a film to watch with your parents, not just about them.Have you ever had a moment that changed how you see your parents? 👇🏽Full conversation out now.
He made an entire film about his father's death.But there's one conversation his family still hasn't had, even after all of that.Sometimes the art comes before the healing. And that's okay.Full episode out now
Filmmaker Akinola Davies Jr. left Nigeria at 13 and didn't return for 9 years. In this conversation, he shares what it's like to live between Nigeria and the UK, why he finally made a film about his father, and how creating My Father's Shadow became a healing journey for his entire family.We talk…
What does it mean to “go home,” especially when you've built a new one elsewhere?We're unpacking the emotions, the nostalgia, and the quiet privilege of having a place you can always return to.
Never meet your heroes... except when it's M.I. Abaga 🤩We're reflecting on our unforgettable conversation with the Nigerian rap icon and how it (thankfully) did not disappoint.Proof that sometimes your heroes really do live up to the hype 💚
We put M.I Abaga on the spot with quick picks between Nigeria and the U.S.What started as a game quickly turned into real insight about living between two worlds.So, whose food, traffic, studio time (and more) does he prefer? Tune in to find out 👀
In this clip, M.I Abaga breaks down the difference between living in Nigeria and living abroad. From different economic realities to how race suddenly becomes a bigger part of the conversation, we discuss why the “shock” is way more visceral than people expect. Plus, M.I shares why he’s hopeful…
M.I Abaga breaks down the moment he realized music was more than just something he loved on the side. He talks early doubts, watching artists like P-Square blow up in real time, and how seeing people who looked like him win changed what felt possible.If you’ve ever downplayed your passion or to…
In this clip, M.I Abaga takes us back to his early days as an international student in the U.S. From choosing to study abroad and navigating culture shock, to the financial pressure that sent him back home, and how that return accidentally kicked off his music career...New here? Welcome to Japa…
Africa is trying, but why is true unity still so hard? 😅In this clip, we get into the messy, important conversation about Pan-Africanism and the real obstacles standing in the way of a fully united continent. From Western influences (hi France 👀) that still shape African politics, to why some cou…
The international student struggle is real 🥴In this clip, Usomine shares her japa story as an international student. From navigating exchange rate, to searching for scholarships she was actually eligible for.She opens up about how all of this impacted her journey, and how the ALB scholarship be…
We asked our guests at our live event to share their Japa stories, and boy did they share!From why they left home, to what they’re chasing, and how the journey has shaped them, this clip is a beautiful reminder that we’re all figuring this diaspora life out together 💚We'd love to hear your stor…
Every kid knows that delicate dance between being yourself, and being the version of yourself your parents prefer 👀In this clip, we ask Aunty Tayo for real advice on how to navigate parent–child relationships while still figuring out who we are. From the outfits we change before going out, to ful…
Let’s be honest: once you touch American soil… you're coming back different. In this clip, we’re talking about the real study abroad experience: the identity shifts, the cultural absorption we did NOT plan for, and the pressure of trying to meet our parents’ expectations while discovering who we …
It’s official: Afrobeats is in its sampling era!In this clip, we talk about the wave of new songs flipping and reworking classic Afrobeats hits. From artists like Asake to Darkoo, everyone’s pulling from the archives. But is it evolution or are we lowkey recycling vibes? 👀Tune in as we unpack w…
Okay let’s talk about that Tyla moment! 👀✨In this clip, we unpack her big VMA win, what it means for African music on the global stage, and why it’s wayyy bigger than just Afrobeats. We also chat about the criticism she faced, her graceful response, and why we think Tyla was more than ready for…
Remember when we said Rema was the future of Afrobeats? Yeah… look at him now 👑In this clip, we’re reliving that viral moment from last season. Before the blogs, before the album went global, before everyone caught up 😌 From his sound to his star power, Rema keeps proving why HEIS that guy.
What happens when you walk into your childhood home after 15 years… and nothing has changed? 😭In this clip, Timilehin shares his emotional journey back to Nigeria following the passing of his grandmother. From seeing the same furniture he grew up with, to reconnecting with the people and places t…
Ever gone back home after years abroad and suddenly everything feels so familiar but so different? 😭 In this clip, we get real about our first trip back to Lagos. From the nostalgia of seeing old friends, to discovering new versions of ourselves, we talk about what it really means to go home afte…
What happens when Sunny Adé becomes your Yoruba teacher… from California? 😂 Jalil shares how his dad’s records turned jam sessions into language lessons and helped him reconnect with his roots... one song at a time.If you’ve ever vibed to Afrobeats and felt something deeper, this one’s for you 🇳🇬
In this clip, we’re putting our Yoruba to the test with Gbajúmọ̀, aka “The Celebrity Game!” 👀Here’s how it works: celebrity names get translated into Yoruba… and we have to guess who they are. Simple, right? WRONG 😭 Let’s just say some of these translations had us in tears (from laughter, most…
Ever thought about having a destination wedding? Malik shares why he and his wife decided to take their big day outside Nigeria: from avoiding gatecrashers to dodging tardy guests (iykyk 😅).But it wasn’t all smooth sailing. Between visa issues, travel logistics, and cultural expectations, this co…
