Podcasts have become a staple in the social media space, with many celebrities hosting various shows where they interview other celebrities. However, one notable characteristic of most podcasts is that they stir up controversy. The outlandish claims made by some of these podcasts have even led many to suggest that they should be shut down.
Naomi Chima highlights some of the outrageous and controversial statements emanating from such platforms.
Honesty bundle
Arguably one of the most prominent podcasts of the moment. The Honest Bunch Podcast It will be hosted by popular on-air personality Chinedu Emmanuel aka Nedu. And her other three are Deity Cole, her husband Material, and Ezine.
Several top entertainers appeared on the podcast and made some controversial statements.
Actor Kunle Remi has claimed that while he was a guest on the show, a male celebrity offered to help him “lose his virginity” and make it in the industry.
He said, “This guy is trying to sell me a bunch of 'fruity' things. He's got a picture of me having to bend over backwards to make it.''
Actress Monalisa Stephen also appeared on the show and said that her ex-boyfriend often performed oral sex on her while she was menstruating. She said: “My boyfriend used to belittle me when I had my period. The first time he did it, I didn't know what he was going to do. Then he did it. I repeated it many times.”
Popular comedian Basketmouth, as a guest on the show, spoke about his long-standing quarrel with another comedian, Ayo Makun, claiming they were never friends.
He said, “He (AY) did something and I expected him to do it so it didn't even bother me. I just gave it space.
“So it's not like our friendship deteriorated. We were never friends. I didn't invite him to the wedding.”
Nedu, one of the show's hosts, also caused controversy by saying: BBNaija The contestants had nothing to offer other than sex.
he said: older brother Participants are hungry people. This show takes people from the bottom to the top quickly, but there's no content to hold on to. Most of them only offer sex. They intentionally appear on shows just to get “customers”. ”
Justifying Mr. Nedu's claim BBN The winner, Mr. White Money, claimed that many women had won. BBN Contestants usually asked him to connect them with rich friends.
A few weeks ago, singer Joshua Iniezo aka Solid Star also revealed that he was admitted to the Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital in Yaba, Lagos on two separate occasions amidst his battle with drug addiction.
capture the moment
Another popular TV personality and socialite, Toke Makinwa, is undoubtedly one of the top lifestyle enthusiasts in the country.
Her podcast “Toke Moments” has interviewed many popular personalities such as Funke Akindele, Ini Edo and many more. and Bobrisky, the controversial cross-dresser.
In one of the episodes of the show, actor Deyemi Okanlawon created a stir on social media when he said that he thinks of sex like food and can indulge in it multiple times a day.
He added that there should be no timetable for sex between couples.
he said: “I need to have sex every day as much as I need to eat. There is no schedule in this matter.”
abuse, abuse, confession
This podcast was started by content creator Ogechi Ukonu (aka Caramel Plug or Caramel Sugar). and her two other influencers, Lydia and Marija.
On one of the shows, one of the hosts said that women usually need a man to meet their various needs in life.
She said: “Women need men in everything. Some give them gifts, some just be there and sleep with them. So if you walk into a woman's life and say, 'Be submissive. I want you to stroke my ego, I want you to do whatever I want,” then you need to make sure you check all the boxes. (about what different men are doing for her)”
As expected, the remarks caused an uproar on social media, with many bashing the host and portraying women as cheap gold diggers who have nothing to offer but their bodies in exchange for material support. He accused her of faking it. ”
gold room
Popular actress Iyabo Ojo is known for her active social media presence as she constantly engages with her fans online.
In her podcast, gold room Conversations with celebrities are also included. The first episode of the show featured Shafie Bello. Another time, he also featured his girlfriend Kiekie, a content creator.
During her appearance on the show, actress Olade Oyedeji also revealed to Ojo that the father of her first baby was much better than her second, revealing a lot about her life journey.
During the show, Ojo also spoke about her background and the experiences that have shaped her into the person she is today.
talk to viola
This podcast is hosted by actress and producer Viola Adebayo.
Biola has had some interesting people appear on her show, including fellow actress Ronke Oshodi Oke, who made shocking revelations about her marriage. The actress confessed that instead of leaving her previous marriage, she would have held back and prayed.
Actress Kudi Aragbo also spoke during her session with Adebayo about how she became a mother when she was still in middle school.
bahad and boozy
This podcast is hosted by media personality Moe Abebe.and formerBBN Contestant Tolani Bazi.
During some episodes of the show, Abebe and Bazi made many controversial statements, which drew a lot of criticism on social media. Many social media users accused the host of espousing wild and ridiculous beliefs during the show.
former BBN Housemate Busayo Abiri aka Chloe also disturbed the hornet's nest during her appearance on the show. She had stated that women should not bring their natural hair to their events and should wear their wigs. Her comments were heavily criticized on social media and did not go down well with Nigerians.
In her defense, Chloe claimed that the episodes she appeared in were edited to suit the producers, who deliberately wanted to tarnish her image. She added, “Don't let us become victims of miscommunication. The media and the people who control the reporting can't really be trusted.”
Other guests who appeared on the show include Frank Edoho and Etim Effiong.
Details of Teju Babyface
It will be hosted by comedian, actor and author, Gbadewonuora Oerakin, aka Teju Babyface. deep dive podcast has featured many entertainers such as Funsho Adeolu and Deyemi Okanlawon.
While appearing on the show, Adeolu stated that many Nollywood actresses live beyond their means because they are usually paid by men. As expected, his opinion drew a lot of backlash online, as many accused him of disrespecting hard-working women and their accomplishments in the industry.
