Day 14 of #PODMAS. there was a little mix up so I missed 2 days but las last we move. In this episode, I'm going off the musical theme to talk about music as a tool for politics as well as share some of my favourite songs that are hitting those

22. Soundtrack My Childhood

Dec 13th, 2020 24m 50s

Day 11 I think of PODMAS. It doesn't matter lol we're still going strong. In this episode, I take you through different songs that have changed and shaped my life. Music is significant to me, and I talk more about why that is towards the end. I

21. The commodification of minimalism

Dec 11th, 2020 14m 38s

Day 10 of PODMAS already? I mentioned a few episodes ago that I don't like the way minimalism has become an elitist performance. This is a bit of a ramble hopefully you are able to follow my thought process. Instagram @MandieliscioussBuka Ban

20. We should just print more money!

Dec 10th, 2020 18m 37s

Day 9 of PODMAS and we have a wild one. In this episode, I am discussing anew economic theory I just learnt about called Modern Monetary Theory or MMT that basically says it's fine for countries to print more money. Hopefully, you understand my

19. Sleepy Solo Christmas

Dec 9th, 2020 14m 7s

Day 8 of PODMAS baybee. In this episode, I tell you about my ideal solo Christmas and give tips about how to maximize your experiences even though Christmas may be a little different this year. Instagram @MandieliscioussBuka Banter is a podca

18. Not Another Recession

Dec 8th, 2020 13m 30s

Day 7 of #PODMAS going strong. In this episode, I talk about Nigeria going into another recession with the high dollar rate and ways to diversify our economy. We really need to invest in other things besides crude oil. It's a finite resource.

17. A few of my favourite things

Dec 7th, 2020 14m 38s

Raindrops on roses and soft woolly mittens... lol Day 6 of PODMAS folks. In this episode, I talk about things I like, things that give me butterflies and make my heart happy. I also talk a little about gratitude at the end. My Instagram-->

16. Are you scared of the vaccine?

Dec 6th, 2020 14m 5s

Are you also scared of the vaccine? In this episode, I talk about the COVID vaccine and what my fears or hesitations are around it. I'm curious to hear what you thinkBuka Banter is a podcast discussing the complexities of Nigerian life through

15. Me Nuh Like Dat

Dec 5th, 2020 10m 40s

Nuance? don't know her, context? never met her. Happy Day 4 of PODMAS babes. This episode is all about things I don't like and some of my hot takes on culture, tradition and politics. There's a lot here I hope you enjoy a peek into my wacky mi

14. Is Christmas Cancelled?

Dec 4th, 2020 14m 10s

Day 3 baybee. In this episode, I talk about Christmas during the pandemic. Are we still getting Christmas presents this year? Cuz I want mine. lolBuka Banter is a podcast discussing the complexities of Nigerian life through a community develop

13. Naija get Covid?

Dec 3rd, 2020 16m 26s

Hey gang, It's Day 2 of #PODMAS. In this episode, I discuss the state of COVID-19 in Nigeria and in Canada and how different it is being handled around the world. Let's hang in there until the year is over. Ps. I'm trying to get more Nigerian

12. MERRY PODMAS??

Dec 2nd, 2020 10m 28s

Yeah, that's right you heard me. I plan on recording every day for the 1st 25days of December. In this episode, I talk about why I had been silent during the #ENDSARS movement in Nigeria and I also talk about my PODMAS plans. Are you excited? I

11. Is Nollywood Afrocentric?

Jul 11th, 2020 23m 10s

The future is now! In this episode, I discuss a frustrating encounter I had with someone about Nigeria, Nollywood and privileges'. Let me know what your thoughts are on this. You can send me a voice note in the link below.Buka Banter is a podc

10. Guess Who's Back?

Jul 2nd, 2020 9m 47s

The future is now! In this episode, I recap my 2020 so far including my hopes and intentions for the rest of the year. I hope you are doing well and staying safe. Buka Banter is a podcast discussing the complexities of Nigerian life through a

9. Run Baby Run!

Feb 9th, 2020 9m 32s

The future is now!On this episode, I discuss Capitalism, corruption, and crime using Ogoniland and their relationship with Shell as a case study. If you want to hear more, there is a very passionate instagram live on my IGTV. Buka Banter is a

Bonus

8. Politics for the Yutes Part 2

Jan 20th, 2020 15m 38s

PART 2Politics is not a retirement plan! In this episode, I discuss the reality of politics for youth in Nigeria through the ages and how we are detached from the system. Let me know your thoughts. Do you agree? leave a message and I'll respon

8. Politics for the Yutes Part 1

Jan 20th, 2020 8m 45s

Politics is not a retirement plan! In this episode, I discuss the reality of politics for youth in Nigeria through the ages and how we are detached from the system. Let me know your thoughts. Do you agree? leave a message and I'll respondBuka

7. The Earth isn't dying, we are! Part 2

Sep 3rd, 2019 19m 7s

The Amazon is burning! In this episode I discuss climate change and the hope for sustainability especially in Nigeria. what does sustainable development look like?Is the Earth really dying? What can our Government do about this? I even give som

6. The Earth isn't dying, we are! Part 1

Sep 3rd, 2019 21m 16s

5. Give me liberty in education or give me death!

Aug 19th, 2019 20m 5s

Is the Nigerian curriculum designed to ensure youth succeed? On this episode I discuss our reductive view of education and give some suggestions on ways to make education more beneficial for learners | Buka Banter is a weekly podcast discussing

4. Virginity Na Wash!

Jul 25th, 2019 37m 6s

On this episode, I discuss the state of sexual health education in Nigeria focusing specifically on virginity as a social construct and oppressive tool specifically towards women in Nigeria. This one is fairly technical. I discuss the hymen and

3. SO SLAPPING IS YOUR HOBBY?

Jul 5th, 2019 44m 3s

This is a long one. Less of a discussion and more of a rant about sexual assault, rape culture and the lack of proper sexual assault awareness in Nigeria. From Busola Dakolo's Survivor story, social media ignorace to the #slappingSenator, Nige

2. To Blue or not to Blue?

Jun 23rd, 2019 8m 49s

Why are some Nigerinas angry about the #blueforsudan movement? How to not be a hypocrite in protest or solidarity. Buka Banter is a weekly podcast discussing the complexities of Nigerian life. Listen as Amanda discusses politics, environmentali

1. Love Us For Real

Jun 18th, 2019 8m 2s

I love us so much. Nigerians are such a vibe. It's an identity beyond geographic boundaries. In this episode I talk about 2 of my favorite things about Nigeria, I go on a tangent but what else is new. Buka Banter is a weekly podcast discussing

0. The Prepisode

Jun 16th, 2019 2m 51s

This is only the first of many| Buka Banter is a weekly podcast discussing the complexities of Nigerian life. Listen as Amanda discusses politics, environmentalism, mental health and some pop culture. We’ll have some hard conversations, we’ll

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