TalksAboutyou

About TalksAboutyou

Talksaboutyou Podcast is all about real conversations that make a difference. Experts and professionals join in to share practical advice and personal experiences that help you grow. It’s not just talk—it’s about learning, reflecting, and making better choices. Every episode gives you something valuable to take away, keeping it simple, relatable, and worth your time.

Publisher

Soromi

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

24 Mar 2025

Latest episode

17 Feb 2026

Latest episodes

14 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   17 Feb 2026

   The Harsh Truth About Northern Nigeria

   Many people talk about love, success, and dreams. But not everyone grows up in a place where their voice is encouraged. In this episode, we sit with Hafsat Abdullahi (Havfy), a spoken word artist from Northern Nigeria, as she shares her journey growing up as a girl in a conservative society and how poetry became her voice. Many young Africans grow up in environments where their voices are not encouraged. This conversation explores identity, girl child education, spoken word poetry, and the realities of growing up in northern Nigeria. She shares how growing up in a conservative society shaped her identity, how poetry became her voice, and how she turned her story into advocacy that now impacts communities across the world. This is not just a conversation about poetry. It is about voice, identity, belonging, education, and the courage to become who you were not expected to be. In this episode, we discuss: Growing up as a girl in northern Nigeria Societal expectations placed on women Finding your voice in a conservative environment How poetry became a tool for advocacy Societal expectations placed on women Finding your voice in a conservative environment How poetry became a tool for advocacy Identity, language, and belonging Why your voice matters, even when no one listens Inspiring the next generation of girls Whether you are a young African trying to find your path, a creative looking for purpose, or someone navigating identity and pressure, this conversation will stay with you. Subscribe for more honest conversations about money, identity, culture, and life in Africa.

2. 

   2 Feb 2026

   Why Most Nigerians Lose Money Investing and How to Build Wealth the Right Way

   Many Nigerians want to invest but keep losing money not because they’re careless, but because nobody explains investing in a way that fits this economy. Inflation is rising. Jobs are unstable. Income is stretched. Yet everywhere online, people are told to “save and invest” like it’s simple. In this episode, Finance Girl shares her real experience of losing all her life savings, what went wrong, and how that painful mistake reshaped the way she thinks about personal finance, stocks, and investing in Nigeria. This is not motivational money talk. It’s a grounded conversation for Nigerians and Africans trying to understand: why investing feels risky why popular stocks don’t always mean good investments how to start investing with small money and how to think about wealth in an unstable economy In this episode, we discuss: Why most Nigerians lose money investing Common investment mistakes beginners make How inflation affects savings and investing in Nigeria How to start investing in stocks with small money Understanding risk appetite (low, medium, high) Why “there is no perfect entry point” How to build wealth the right way — without hype Whether you’re a student, salary earner, young professional, or business owner, this episode will help you think about money more clearly. Subscribe for honest conversations about money, business, and life in Africa.

3. 

   17 Jan 2026

   Why Most Nigerian Businesses Don't Scale (It's Not Funding) | Before You Raise Money, Watch This

   Nanna explores why structure, clarity, and decision-making are more crucial than funding for Nigerian and African businesses to scale, highlighting the importance of systems over emotion in business decisions in this interview.

4. 

   6 Jan 2026

   Why Most Nigerian Startups Fail (It's Not Capital) | John Paul on Business, Loans & Growth

   Many people believe the biggest problem facing Nigerian startups is lack of capital. In this episode, John Paul, founder of Activator HQ (formerly Small Starter Africa, challenges that belief and explains why knowledge, skills, and experience matter more than money when starting and scaling a business. In this conversation, we discuss: Why taking a bank loan to start a business can destroy you early The real reason most Nigerian startups fail within 5 years The difference between running away from a job and running toward entrepreneurship Why apprenticeship builds stronger entrepreneurs than shortcuts How to transition from corporate life into business without crashing The "Valley of Death" every entrepreneur must pass through If you're a founder, aspiring entrepreneur, side-hustler, or professional thinking of leaving your job to start a business, this episode will help you rethink your strategy before making costly mistakes. Watch till the end, share your biggest takeaway in the comments, and subscribe for more honest conversations about business, entrepreneurship, and growth in Africa. How do I register a limited liability company in Nigeria online?, What are the best mobile payment platforms for small businesses in Nigeria?, Where can I find business networking events or platforms.

5. 

   20 Dec 2025

   Event Planning Secrets That Save Millions | Kunmi Ariyo on Events, Discipline & Experience

   Kunmi Ariyo, Founder of Mirus Events, reveals event planning secrets that save millions by focusing on communication, managing pressure, and prioritizing customer experience in this interview.

6. 

   20 Dec 2025

   Gambling Ruined My Life: The Pain, The Debt, The Truth No One Tells You

   Ladipo Abiose Akolade, founder of GamblePause Africa, shares his personal story of gambling addiction, detailing its devastating impact on his life, relationships, and mental health in this interview.

7. 

   11 Nov 2025

   I Left Engineering to Write — Everyone Thought I Was Crazy

   Writer Joy names discusses leaving engineering to pursue her passion, highlighting the courage, resilience, and identity required to build a successful writing career; this is an interview.

8. 

   22 May 2025

   Why Chasing The Perfect Body Is Making Us Unhealthy?

   In this episode titled, Gbemi shares an honest reflection on the growing tension between true fitness and society’s obsession with aesthetics.Are we working out to feel better, live longer, and be stronger or are we simply chasing an ideal that was never really ours to begin with? We explore the hidden pressures, the myths we’re sold, and what it really means to prioritize health over appearance.This is a conversation about self-awareness, discipline, and redefining what success looks like in fitness and in life.

9. 

   22 May 2025

   Dating A Boss Babe: Do Men Really Like Independent Women?

   We’ve heard the buzzwords."Strong." "Ambitious." "Independent."But behind closed doors, how do these traits really play out in relationships?In this episode, justanigerianman shares the male perspective many shy away from.Do men really like independent women?Or do they feel pressured to shrink in relationships where women lead?It’s bold. It’s real. And it might challenge what you thought you knew.

10. 

    22 May 2025

    Can Art Survive In A Country (Nigeria) Focused On Survival?

    Can art truly survive in a country where everyone is just trying to make ends meet?In this episode titled "Can Art Survive In A Country (Nigeria) Focused On Survival?" we unpack the quiet battle artists face daily, choosing passion in a place that prioritizes survival. Our guest on this episode is Oluwole Ohunakin, A.K.A AEZ the Artist. No support, no structure, just raw talent and dreams that seem too expensive to chase.If you’ve ever questioned whether creativity still has value in Nigeria, this conversation is for you.

11. 

    22 May 2025

    The Trench Boy Reveals Entertainment Industry Cheat Code

    Is there a success formula for entering the entertainment sector as a content creator? Trench Boy Reveals the Untold Truths Behind His Rise in the Entertainment Industry.Everyone dreams of making it big in the entertainment world, but is there a real formula for success? The Trench Boy reveals the shocking truths about what it REALLY takes to break through—beyond the glitz and glamour. From his toughest struggles to the game-changing moments that turned everything around, he opens up about the secrets no one talks about.If you’re serious about becoming a content creator or just curious about what it takes to make it, this is the episode you can’t afford to miss. Prepare for unfiltered truths that could change your career.

12. 

    21 May 2025

    IS THERE A SUCCESS FORMULA FOR ENTERING THE ENTERTAINMENT SECTOR AS A CONTENT CREATOR?

    Is there a success formula for entering the entertainment sector as a content creator? Everyone dreams of making it big in the entertainment world, but is there a real formula for success? The Trench Boy reveals the shocking truths about what it REALLY takes to break through—beyond the glitz and glamour. From his toughest struggles to the game-changing moments that turned everything around, he opens up about the secrets no one talks about. If you’re serious about becoming a content creator or just curious about what it takes to make it, this is the episode you can’t afford to miss. Prepare for unfiltered truths that could change your career.

13. 

    21 May 2025

    WHY WOMEN MUST STOP RELYING ON MEN FOR FINANCIAL SECURITY || TALKS ABOUT YOU

    What happens when the safety net disappears? When the person we depended on for financial security is no longer there? Too many women experience financial hardships firsthand. Jennifer Chinenye Awirigwe, also known as Financial Jennifer, is an Investment Banker, Chartered Stockbroker, and the founder of The Money Tribe. She explains why relying on men for financial stability is a risk no woman can afford to take and explains what it truly means to build wealth on their terms. Money is power, and it’s time women take control.

14. 

    24 Mar 2025

    Medical Myths Nigerians Swear-By and the Truth Behind Them

    So much of what we believe about health isn’t based on facts—it’s based on myths, social media trends, and whatever gets the most clicks. But how much of it is actually true? In this episode, Dr. Ajidahun Olusina, a medical doctor, digital health strategist, and co-founder of Priv Health, breaks down the medical myths Nigerians swear by and the deeper issues within Nigeria’s healthcare system. No filters. No sugarcoating. Just a raw, honest conversation. Watch now.

Who has been a guest on TalksAboutyou

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Kunmi Ariyo
• Ladipo Abiose Akolade
• Joy names

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