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Igbo Table Talks

33 episodesLatest Apr 29, 2026
Recorded in NigeriaAbout NigeriaIgboEducationLanguage Learning
Welcome to Igbo Table Talks with Emeka and Oly! Emeka and Oly discuss all things culture and are changing the way the Igbo language is learned. Come & join the conversations. Nothing is off the table.

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  1. Will Smith and the Slap Heard Around the World

    Our take on the issue and the cost of spilling your dirty laundry, especially in the African community

    S2 E212:02
  2. Are We as First Generation in the Diaspora Going to Build Homes in Africa

    It has become a core objective for our parents to build beautiful homes in Africa but are we who are born in the diaspora going to do the same? and continue building properties or…

    S2 E115:58
  3. Should Nigeria Remain a Country or Divide Amongst its Regions

    Given the current situation in Nigeria, through the continuation of security, infrastructural damages, poor electrical supply and a large withdrawal of industries. We discuss the r…

    S1 E1115:38
  4. Thoughts on Marriage as Newly Weds

    We discuss our experience so far being newly married. What the new dynamic feels like and how we are adjusting to it.

    S1 E811:41
  5. Influence of Immigrant Parents on Career Choice

    What influence did your immigrant parents have on your career choice ? Today’s discussion we discuss the role that our parents, uncles & aunties played in our career choice. Did yo…

    S1 E815:06
  6. Would You Give Your Kids Igbo or English First Names?

    We discuss the pros and cons to giving your child an Igbo name. And decide whether it’s worth it or better to stick with English first names.

    S1 E709:04
  7. Why are Igbos So Tribal/Community Oriented?

    On this table talks, we discuss why Igbos tend to be big on community and forming organizations solely focused on the Igbo culture and preservation.

    S1 E612:52
  8. What traditions are you passing on to the next generation?

    What traditions do you value enough to pass on to your kids? Is traditional wedding going to be a requirement, does your family still honor kola nut?

    S1 E509:10
  9. Is the Igbo Language Dying?

    We discuss some points on why the Igbo language seems to be going extinct as less and less individuals speak the language and are unable to pass it on to the next generation.

    S1 E411:50
  10. Nri Nke Na Masiri Gi (Food that you like)

    Food crosses cultural lines and is shared by all people. Today, on Igbo Table Talk we are talking about our favorite food dishes. Have you ever had an Igbo fish? If not, which food…

    S1 E306:22
  11. Igbo Table Talks (Trailer)Trailer
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  12. Ole Ihé aha gi bú? - What is your name?

    In this episode, we will discuss our names and it’s meaning and the importance of names in the Igbo language

    S1 E206:01
  13. Ole ebe i si - Where are you from?

    In today’s Igbo Table Talks, we will discuss the stereotypes of where you are from in Igbo land. What connotations are attached to different regions of Igbo.

    S1 E105:42
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