Welcome to Life & Gist with Tari—a podcast where good vibes meet real talk. Join Tari as she sits down with fascinating people in her Nigerian-Canadian community and beyond to unpack their journeys, passions, and the wahala they’ve faced along the way.
From DJs to doctors, chefs to councillors, each episode is a laid-back gist session full of laughter, life lessons, and stories you won’t hear anywhere else.
Whether you're here for inspiration, gist, or just to feel seen—we’ve got something for you. New episodes weekly. Pull up, press play, and let’s gist!
Event Planning in Calgary: Wedding Mistakes, Chaos & Tips ft. Roses & Pearls Events | S1E6
Event planner Dammy of Roses & Pearls Events discusses common wedding planning conflicts, event hosting mistakes, and behind-the-scenes chaos in an interview with Tari, offering advice for aspiring event planners.
6 Sept 2025
Conversations with Airdrie City Council Aspirant, Simi Obasan | Immigrant in Canada | S1E5
Host Tari interviews Simi Obasan, an award-winning lawyer and community leader, about her vision for Airdrie City Council and immigrant experiences in Canada.
13 Jun 2025
Canadian Mortgage Tips, Money Mistakes & Real Talk feat. Gabe Oyedele - S1E4 ( part 2)
Mortgage broker Gabe Oyedele discusses common money mistakes, interest rate cuts, and mortgage pre-approval myths for first-time Canadian homebuyers in an interview with Tari, offering practical guidance.
31 May 2025
Canadian Mortgage Tips, Money Mistakes & Real Talk feat. Gabe Oyedele - S1E4 ( part 1)
Mortgage broker Gabe Oyedele discusses common money mistakes, affordability, and mortgage pre-approval myths for first-time Canadian homebuyers, particularly immigrants, in an interview with Tari.
In this episode of Life & Gist with Tari, I sit down with Calgary’s very own culinary creative—Chef Neynah! From cooking in her mom’s kitchen to curating elevated private dining experiences, Neynah has carved her own lane in the Calgary food scene.
We gist about how she got her start, what goes into planning a premium dining experience, and how she balances business with authenticity. She shares the behind-the-scenes hustle of being a private chef, the lessons she’s learned about trusting her instincts, and why food is as much about feeling as it is about flavor.
Whether you’ve tasted her dishes or just love a good origin story, this one will have you hungry for more. Let’s gist!
25 Apr 2025
First-Time Homebuyer Tips for Nigerians in Canada – Calgary Real Estate Gist feat. Chukwudi Emmanuel
In this episode of Life & Gist with Tari, I sit down with Calgary-based real estate professional Chukwudi Emmanuel to unpack the real deal behind buying homes in Canada—especially as a Nigerian or immigrant.
We gist about how he got into real estate, the first steps every buyer should take, and why some people come with champagne taste on pure vibes budget 😅. Chukwudi shares the top 3 things every buyer should know, mistakes Nigerians often make, and what realtors aren’t always telling you.
We also get into fun stuff—craziest client requests, wild inspection stories, and why we love shiny new builds like it’s our birthright. Whether you’re house-hunting or just love a good gist, this episode is packed with laughs and legit gems.
17 Apr 2025
Afrobeats, Nigerian Parties & DJ Life in Calgary feat. DJ CeeGee - S1E1
In this episode of Life & Gist with Tari, I sit down with one of Calgary’s finest party starters—DJ CeeGee! From weddings to birthdays to Afrobeat shutdowns, he’s the guy behind the music that keeps the vibes flowing in our community.
We gist about how he got started, the wahala of DJ life, navigating Nigerian parties in Canada, and the unspoken rules of being the life of the party without stealing the spotlight. We also dive into his craziest party moments, what it really takes to succeed as a DJ, and why Afrobeat is more than just a genre—it’s a whole mood.
If you’ve ever danced to his set or dreamed of being behind the decks yourself, this one’s for you. Let’s gist!
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Dammy
Simi Obasan
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