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The Future of the Creative Industry Ft Leye Makanjuola
Season 2, Ep. 17
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This week on CreativiTEA, the spotlight is on Leye Makanjuola, the founder of Intense, a marketing agency that’s spent the last decade proving creativity doesn’t have to be guesswork.
Leye has built a business where strategy, data, and storytelling work hand in hand. From executing campaigns that turned budget challenges into viral cultural moments, to scaling ideas that cut through crowded markets, he’s shown how data-driven creativity delivers results that last.
In this episode, he breaks down the realities of running a creative agency, the wins, the setbacks, and the discipline it takes to thrive in an industry that changes overnight.
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21. Spilling The Tea on The Red Carpet Ft “The Future Awards Africa 2025” Guests including Broda Shaggi, Obi Asika, Nasboi, Omawunmi Dada, Mike Afolarin & More
01:25:44||Season 2, Ep. 21CreativiTEA hits the Red Carpet!For the first time ever, we brought the podcast live to The Future Awards Africa, delivering a full Red-Carpet Experience on TFAA’s iconic Black Carpet, complete with our signature CreativiTEA teacup booth.In this special episode, Lynda chats with guests like Broda Shaggi, Obi Asika, Nasboi, Omawunmi Dada, Mike Afolarin & more, capturing the fashion, energy, laughter, and all the unfiltered tea from Africa’s biggest night celebrating young changemakers.It’s vibrant, honest, and filled with the moments you never get to see on TV.Step into the teacup and enjoy the conversations shaping the future of creativity in Africa.
19. Breaking Barriers with Nigerian Stand-Up Comedy Ft MC Monica
01:20:51||Season 2, Ep. 19Tea is served! ☕️✨Some people tell jokes. MC Monica builds worlds with them. The bold comedian and creative mind behind Starch Ur Teeth has turned stand-up into a storytelling tool, one that entertains, educates, and evolves culture.From viral skits to music-laced performances and sold-out shows, Monica has mastered the art of blending humour with hustle, building a brand that resonates far beyond the stage.In this episode of CreativiTEA, he unpacks the craft, the courage, and the creative strategy behind transforming comedy into community and laughter into movement.Plug in, pour up, and enjoy this one, it’s sharp, funny, and full of heart. And when you’re done listening, tell us your favourite MC Monica moment in the comments, we’re taking notes.
18. Making the Sound, the Brand & the Money Ft Johnny Drille
01:08:29||Season 2, Ep. 18*CreativiTEA Season 2, Episode 20**Title: | CreativiTEA Poscast**Guest: Johnny Drille*Tea is served! ☕️✨Every era has its storytellers and Johnny Drille is one of ours. The Mavin Records artist has turned emotion into a strategy, pairing heartfelt songwriting with some of the most creative rollouts and visuals in Nigerian music.From How Are You My Friend to Before We Fall Asleep, Johnny’s work reminds us that connection is a craft. He doesn’t just release songs; he builds worlds around them intimate, intentional, and deeply human.In this episode of CreativiTEA, he takes us behind the music, the storytelling, the marketing, and the magic that keeps his audience coming back for more.Plug in, pour up, and enjoy the sound of soul meeting strategy.
16. Crafting the Sound of a New Generation ft Bayanni
01:00:33||Season 2, Ep. 16Tea is served! In this episode of CreativiTEA, we sit with Bayanni, Mavin Records’ rising star and one of Afrobeats’ freshest voices shaping the future of the sound.From a boy in the choir chasing harmony to joining the legendary Mavin family, Bayanni’s journey is one of discipline, discovery, and daring to dream. With Ta Ta Ta, the viral TikTok anthem turned global love song, he proved that melody can become movement, carrying him onto international stages.In this conversation, Bayanni opens up about:• How he went from choir boy to Mavin breakout star• The story behind his viral hit Ta Ta Ta• Staying grounded while rising globally• His vision for Afrobeats as the sound of a new generationSo grab your teacup and enjoy this inspiring chat with a voice that’s not just blowing up playlists but crafting the soundtrack of tomorrow.
15. Mastering The Craft Of Skitmaking Ft Oluwadolarz
56:20||Season 2, Ep. 15This week on CreativiTEA, the spotlight is on Oluwadolarz - comedian, creator, and one of the sharpest minds shaping Nigeria’s skit culture.From viral family skits to redefining digital comedy, he’s shown us that skits aren’t just entertainment, they’re business. We dive into the hustle behind the humor: how he stays consistent, reinvents himself, and turns chaos into laughter.So grab your teacup, get ready to laugh, learn and enjoy this unfiltered episode with a creative who proves that comedy is serious business.
13. Running A Creative Business Ft Felix Crown
01:29:12||Season 2, Ep. 13This week on CreativiTEA, we’re sitting down with a creative force whose work you’ve definitely seen, even if you didn’t know his name. Felix Crown isn’t just a photographer and director; he’s a visual storyteller who’s shaped the way brands, celebrities, and entire movements present themselves to the world.From iconic portraits that feel like they breathe, to campaigns that dominated timelines, Felix has mastered the art of translating vision into visuals. But beyond the craft, he’s built a blueprint for the business of creativity - structuring, scaling, and running a creative enterprise that thrives.In this episode, we’re unpacking the artistry, the hustle, and the systems that turn raw talent into a sustainable creative business.
12. Directing Music Videos for Nigerian Celebrities Ft UAX
01:04:16||Season 2, Ep. 12On this episode of CreativiTEA, we’re going behind the camera with the visionary shaping some of Nigeria’s most talked-about music videos - UAX.From Tems to Omalay, Rema, Burna Boy, and more, UAX has directed visuals that are bold, cinematic, and undeniably fresh. But what does it really take to direct for top Nigerian celebrities?In this episode, we unpack:The creative process behind celebrity music videosBalancing an artist’s brand with visual storytellingChallenges behind the scenes (and how to overcome them)His journey from director to recording artistWhether you're a filmmaker, music lover, or just someone who loves a good behind-the-scenes gist, this episode is packed with insights, hustle, and creative gold.So grab your teacup and enjoy this deep dive into the world of music video direction with UAX.
11. A Journey of Creative Reinvention FT JJC Skillz
01:25:03||Season 2, Ep. 11On this episode of CreativiTEA, I sit with a true creative chameleon - rapper, producer, talent discoverer, and now filmmaker, the one and only JJC Skillz.From dominating the mic as an award-winning rapper, to discovering icons like Don Jazzy and D’banj, to stepping into the world of filmmaking with a new movie dropping this Friday, JJC has lived many lives in one creative career.In this conversation, we unpack what it means to evolve, rebrand, and stay relevant across decades.We talk legacy, longevity, music, mentorship, and his next big chapter in Nollywood.Whether you’re a multi-hyphenate or just figuring it out, this episode will remind you: reinvention isn’t optional, it’s powerful.So grab your teacup, settle in, and enjoy this energizing conversation with one of Nigeria’s most dynamic creative forces.