Podcast
One 54 Podcast
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Vic Mensa on Ghana, Barack Obama, iShowSpeed, Black Star Line & Navigating Culture | One54 Africa PodcastVic Mensa joins One54 for a powerful conversation about identity, activism, and reconnecting the African diaspora. Born Victor Kwasi Mensah, Vic reflects on growing up on Chicago’…
Boris Kodjoe on Ghanaian Roots, Reclaiming African Identity & Navigating Racism | One54 AfricaBoris Kodjoe joins the show for an expansive conversation on identity, culture, and purpose. Born to a Ghanaian father and German mother, Boris opens up about growing up Black in G…
Gabourey Sidibe on Life After “Precious”, Senegalese Roots & Finding Home | One54 Africa PodcastAcademy Award nominee Gabourey Sidibe joins the One54 Africa Podcast for an honest and reflective conversation about identity, heritage, and life beyond Precious. Gabourey opens u…
Tolú Ekundare on Netflix Fame, Nigerian Identity & Being Called “Too African” | One54 AfricaTolú joins for an unfiltered conversation about identity, culture, and navigating fame as a Nigerian woman in America. Tolú opens up about her experience on Netflix, including her…
Ugo Mozie On Styling Beyoncé, Diana Ross, Chris Brown & Michael Jackson’s Influence | One54 AfricaUgo Mozie sits down for a candid conversation about identity, creativity, and his journey from growing up Igbo to becoming one of fashion’s most influential stylists. Ugo opens up…
Folake Olowofoyeku On Growing Up In Nigeria, Beauty Standards, Representation In TV & CBS | One54Award-winning actress Folake Olowofoyeku joins for an honest, wide-ranging conversation about identity, beauty, culture, and carving out space in Hollywood without compromising who…
Demetria Obilor on Going Viral, Body Positivity & Pressure Put On Women In Media | One54 AfricaDemetria Obilor joins One54 for a raw, thoughtful, and deeply personal conversation about going viral, navigating online backlash, and standing firm in your identity.Demetria opens…
Festus Ezeli A Nigerian Genius, NBA Champion, Golden State Warriors, Steph, Klay, Meg Thee Stallion | One54In this powerful episode of One54, Akbar Gbajabiamila and Godfrey sit down with Festus Ezeli for an honest, wide-ranging conversation about identity, resilience, and purpose. From…
Prince Amukamara on Nigerian Roots, Super Bowl, New York Giants, NFL & Football | One54Super Bowl champion and former NFL standout Prince Amukamara joins for a powerful and wide-ranging conversation. From growing up Nigerian in America to playing on the biggest stage…
Elsa Majimbo On Kenya, Colorism, Going Viral, Beyoncé, Lupita & Rihanna | One54Global viral sensation Elsa Majimbo joins Akbar and Godfrey for a powerful, hilarious, and deeply honest episode of One54. Born and raised in Kenya, Elsa opens up about her rise fr…
Jimmy Akingbola on Bel-Air, Will Smith, James Bond & Becoming a Global Nigerian Icon | One54Jimmy Akingbola has built a career that spans British theatre, Hollywood television, and global film — but the journey wasn’t easy. In this One54 Africa conversation, the Bel-Air s…
Olly Sholotan on Bel-Air, Nigerian Roots, Music Genius & Hollywood Hustle | One54Olly Sholotan — actor, musician, producer, and the breakout star who redefined Carlton Banks in Peacock’s Bel-Air — joins Akbar and Godfrey for a hilarious, soulful, and deeply hon…
Darryl Vega on Nigerian Childhood, Immigration Struggles, Comedy & Finding His Voice | One54Darryl Vega, Nigerian-born storyteller, creator, and rising comedic voice, joins Akbar and Godfrey for an honest, funny, and deeply personal episode of One54. From losing his mothe…
Ling & Lamb: Viral Love, Intercultural Marriage, Nigerian Pride & American Slang | One54Ling & Lamb—viral creators with 8.5M+ followers and 3B+ views—join Akbar and Godfrey for a laugh-out-loud, culture-rich episode of One54. From palm wine and “chin-chin” debates to…
Emmanuel Acho On Nigerian Roots, Oprah, Uncomfortable Conversations & Matthew McConaughey | One54 Full EpisodeEmmanuel Acho, Emmy Award–winning host, New York Times bestselling author, and creator of Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man, joins Akbar and Godfrey for a raw and inspir…
Uzo Aduba On Growing Up Nigerian, Code-Switching, Beyoncé, Gap & Orange Is the New Black | One54 Full EpisodeUzo Aduba, the three-time Emmy Award–winning actor, joins Akbar Gbajabiamila and Godfrey Danchimah on this episode of One54. Born to Nigerian parents who lived through the Biafran…
Nigerians vs Americans, Colonization, Colorism & Comedy | One 54 Full EpisodeIn this episode of One 54, hosts Akbar Gbajabiamila and Godfrey Danchimah unpack what it means to grow up African in America, mixing raw honesty with comedy and cultural pride. God…
