The Africalypso Podcast

On today's episode we catch up on what we've been up to on our long break and explain why we've been gone for so long. As usual, we also do some amebo so be sure to listen!Don't forget to follow us @AfricalypsoPod on all socials!

The amebo interludes returns with an episode that was recorded some time ago; an oldie but a goodie. We also have a bonus episode out today!Don't forget to follow us @AfricalypsoPod on our socials

On this episode, we are joined by poet, playwright, essayist, and author, Chukky Ibe. He walks us through the process of writing his book in Jamaica and then details his coming of age ceremony, the Iwa Akwa.  Chukky is the founder and Executive Director of Trad, a grassroots organization that creates African-centered educational experiences. Find Trad @Trad_Magazine on all socials and check out https://tradmag.ca/

On this Amebo Interlude we discuss (with timestamps):- Attacks in Plateau State in December (5:20 - 10:49)- The Alaska Air Incident (11:20 - 23:33)- Nigerian International Student Killed By Police In Winnipeg (23:34 - 27:41)- Emeka Ike and his ex wife (27:42 - 38:41)- Much ado about Debbie (38:42 - 1:02:29)- Halle Bailey announces baby boy (1:02:38 - 1:08:50)Don't forget to follow us @AfricalypsoPod on our socials

On this Amebo Interlude we discuss (with timestamps): - Seasonal depression and missing Nigeria (5:46 - 15:23) - The conflicts going on in the world and what we can do about it (15:24 - 26:38) If you're in the west and you're looking for how to help, check out this website: https://ceasefiretoday.com/ - Keke Palmer filing a restraining order from her ex (28:53 - 48:38). There's a trigger warning here because we talk a lot about physical abuse so you can skip to the next timestamp if you rather not hear details on this. - The Lori Harvey/Damson Idris Breakup (48:39 - 1:01:00) - Our question of the week (1:01:00 - 1:18:35) Don't forget to follow us @AfricalypsoPod on our socials Website: www.africalypsopodcast.com

On this episode, we are joined by Ebby Weyime to explore the decision to be childfree as an African. You can find Ebby on Instagram @the_grace_cup and @thechildfreeafrican, and on TikTok @TheChildfreeAfrican + Gracecup

Today, on our annual Independence Day episode, we reflect on what has happened in Nigeria over the last year and end with some Nigerian trivia. Don't forget to follow us @AfricalypsoPod on our socials and check out the website: africalypsopodcast.com

On this episode, we are joined by historian, artist and popular TikToker, Tayo Bello, who helps to paint a picture of what the Yorubaland was like in pre-colonial times; the historical context, socio-political structure, traditional religious beliefs etc. You can find Tayo @batoinspiration on TikTok, YouTube, IG and Facebook