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I Said What I Said

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I Said What I Said is one of Africa’s biggest podcasts, hosted by friends Jola (Jollz) and Feyikemi (FK) Abudu and they have been saying the quiet parts out loud since 2017.

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Each week, they unpack pop culture, careers, money, dating, family and the many confusions of modern adulthood with brutal honesty, big laughs and zero pretending.

Come for the banter.

Stay for the hot takes, hard truths and the comfort of knowing somebody else is also just figuring life out like you.

Season 8 runs from February 2026 to December 2026.

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  1. The "Stay Ready So You Don't Have To Get Ready" Episode ft. Eni Popoola

    · 2 h 01 min · S8 E38

    This week, we’re joined by the lovely Eni Popoola (popularly known as Enigivensunday) and boy, did we have a TIME! From the buzz of LFW to the full-blown production of attending events, plus the city’s unmatched…

  2. The "Baby, You Know Now" Episode ft. Fola

    · 1 h 40 min · S8 E37 · Explicit

    This week, we’re joined by the incredibly talented singer-songwriter FOLA! We start with some of your dilemmas. From a boyfriend faking drunkenness to avoid paying for a night out, to a wedding guest haunted by her…

  3. The "47 Days in the Desert" Episode ft. Fisayo Soyombo

    · 2 h 41 min · S8 E36 · Explicit

    This week, we’re joined by the Tiger himself, investigative journalist Fisayo Soyombo, for a fascinating conversation about his work, the dangers of going undercover, his journey to Libya, and the shocking realities of…

  4. The "Business of Baddie Fabric" Episode ft. Arike Alaso

    · 2 h 41 min · S8 E35 · Explicit

    This week, we're joined by Arike Alaso for an episode that takes as many chaotic detours as humanly possible. Before getting into your dilemmas, we dissect why Roblox has the younger generation in an iron-clad…

  5. The "Financially Responsible" Episode ft. Ngozi Okonye

    · 2 h 20 min · S8 E34

    Ngozi Okonye, Head of Brand and Communications at Busha is on the Bounce this week for a conversation about money, crypto and building better financial habits. We also revisit some of our unfortunate past business…

  6. The "Agony Aunt Special" Episode ft. Hauwa Lawal

    · 3 h 07 min · S8 E33 · Explicit

    This week, we’re joined by the incredibly hilarious and multi-talented Hauwa Lawal for a special 3-hr Agony Aunt episode. Before the dilemmas, we talk about the realities of running a business in Nigeria, Hauwa’s…

  7. The "I'm Your Mummy" Episode ft. Jaddy of Lagos

    · 2 h 44 min · S8 E32 · Explicit

    SHOW NOTES This episode features a real Gen Z baddie, Jaddy of Lagos, founder of Life Studios and The Transformhers, who joins the ladies for a very eventful episode involving fake dreads, the suffering required for…

  8. The "So Happy To Be Home" Episode

    · 2 h 20 min · S8 E31

    This episode features the most detailed City by City Tour recap that you could ever get as the ladies return to Lagos, Nigeria from their globe trotting with riveting tales. Much ado is made about the whiplash of Lagos…

  9. The "British, American and Nigerian Dreams" Episode

    · 1 h 27 min · S8 E30 · Explicit

    This week, it's just your favourite yappers, doing what they do best! But, before you get excited, we should warn you that this is not a tour recap; we are saving that for when we are back in the studio! This episode…

  10. The "Funny Women" Episode ft Beverly Adaeze

    · 1 h 48 min · S8 E29

    We’re joined by the extremely talented and hilarious queen, Beverly Adaeze, for a deep dive into her content creation journey, life in the public eye and everything in between. We talk about the constant struggle of…

  11. The "Event Curation Masterclass" Episode ft Gozie Coker

    · 1 h 37 min · S8 E28

    The Bounce is recording live from Houston, Texasss and we’re joined by Gozie Coker, Chief Experience Designer at Coker Creative, for a warm and candid conversation about all things events, reinvention and navigating…

  12. The "Forget About You, Focus on The Kids" Episode ft. Akinola Davies Jr.

    · 2 h 15 min · S8 E27 · Explicit

    This week, we’re joined by one of our favourite certified achievers, Akinola Davies Jr. Before we get into all things film, we have some spicy entries, including a listener who needs advice on keeping their eyes open…

  13. The "72-hours Moist" Episode ft. Dove

    · 1 h 48 min · S8 E26

    It’s just us this week, and we have A LOT to get into. From beauty maintenance and other tour preparations to matchmaking services and prenuptial agreements, the conversation goes in every possible direction. Our…

  14. The "Rising Star" Episode ft. Solana

    · 1 h 49 min · S8 E25 · Explicit

    This week, we’re joined by the lady of the moment, talented singer-songwriter Solana. We get into her journey as an artist, the success of Okunkun and the gist on what life has been like as one of the industry’s most…

  15. The "Look Good, Feel Great" Episode ft. Hilary Taiwo

    · 1 h 57 min · S8 E24 · Explicit

    This week, we’re joined by Hilary Taiwo, founder of Hilary Says, for a fun and insightful conversation about skincare, beauty, business and so much more. We answer some serious—and very unserious—skincare questions,…

  16. An URGENT Family Microsode

    · 15 min · Explicit

    Gbeborun central in London, Toronto, Chicago, New York, Atlanta, Houston and Los Angeles AND ENVIRONSSSSSSSSS this is for you! FK & Jola are calling a brief family meeting to address a serious family emergency, as…

  17. The "Most Booked" Episode ft. David Makinde

    · 2 h 00 min · S8 E23 · Explicit

    This week, we’re joined by the Most Booked Comedian in Nigeria, Makinde David and we had a very jolly time. We get into his upcoming comedy show, the story behind his title and some very wild moments from his life and…

  18. The "Fund my Masters" Episode

    · 1 h 50 min · S8 E22 · Explicit

    This week, it’s just us girls. We start off strong with a little chat about water sports which somehow turns into a history lesson. We get into trusting your gut, decentering partners in healthy relationships and some…

  19. The "Money Comes To Me" Episode ft. Fareedah Abdulsalam

    · 2 h 44 min · S8 E21 · Explicit

    This week, we’re joined by Fareedah Abdulsalam, Product Marketing Manager at Busha, to talk about all things money. We get into our personal money problems, the habits we’ve inherited, investing, the concept (or myth?)…

  20. The "It's Not A Family Matter" Episode ft. Alexis Adelu Sanya-Kawa and Zulu Anyaogu of Mirabel Centre

    · 2 h 02 min · S8 E20

    This week, the ladies are joined by Alexis Adelu Sanya-Kawa and Zulu Anyaogu from the Mirabel Centre for a very important conversation on sexual assault, domestic violence and survivor advocacy. As usual, they start…

  21. The "Comment To Get The Ebook" Episode

    · 1 h 52 min · S8 E19 · Explicit

    This week, it’s just the girls and they had a timeee. From Nigeria’s endless stress and FK’s hair drama to Jola’s Abuja adventures, the episode quickly goes from ranting to reminiscing. The ladies get into parenting…

  22. The "Manifesting to Masterchef" Episode ft. Demilade Akingbe

    · 2 h 33 min · S8 E18 · Explicit

    This week, the ladies are joined by the sensational Chef Demilade Akingbe for a hilarious and completely unfiltered episode. We kick things off with the heavy realities of living in Nigeria and the big debate over…

  23. The "Children Need Care" Episode ft. Ayanfe

    · 2 h 08 min · S8 E17 · Explicit

    This week, the ladies are joined by Ayanfe for a truly unforgettable episode. We start with a quick catch-up, then get into some dilemmas that go from confusing to completely unhinged. One listener’s husband is…

  24. The "Call Of Our Lives Episode" ft. Uzoamaka Power, Andrew Yaw Bunting & Blessing Uzzi

    · 2 h 01 min · S8 E16 · Explicit

    This week, we’re joined by Call of My Life stars Uzoamaka and Andrew, alongside producer Blessing and somehow, we spent the entire episode screaming “God when?” because what we were witnessing was more than the movie.…

  25. Facebook Special: The "Made by Africa" Episode ft Osas Ighodaro

    · 1 h 23 min

    Happy Africa Day boys and girls! For our final special Africa Day series with Facebook, we’re joined by the incredible actress, Osas Ighodaro. Starting with some spicy dilemmas on friendship loyalty, we navigate what…

  26. Facebook Special: The "BBN To Blockbusters" Episode ft. Tobi Bakre

    · 1 h 23 min · S8 E15 · Explicit

    It’s another special Facebook Africa Day episode! Today, we’re joined by the best actor in the world, Tobi Bakre. We start with our usual catch-up and some very juicy dilemmas, including a listener wondering if she…

  27. Facebook Special: The “Jill of All Trades” Episode ft Kehinde Bankole

    · 1 h 05 min

    Surprise! We have a very special episode!!! To celebrate Africa Day with Facebook, we are joined by the amazing, ever-talented Kehinde Bankole. We start with a quick catch-up on what we’ve been getting up to, a…

  28. The "Unfairly Incarcerated" Episode ft. George

    · 2 h 05 min · S8 E14 · Explicit

    This week, the ladies are joined by George, a very hardworking driver with an unforgettable story. We start with our usual weekend recap and then get into the AMVCAs and the proof is in the pudding because coming on…

  29. The "Words of Affirmation in Ikoyi" Episode

    · 1 h 58 min · S8 E13 · Explicit

    This week, it’s just the ladies, and they kick things off with a quick recap of their week, then share an important reminder for everyone to sort out their PVCs. Between consumer exploitation, misuse of power and the…

  30. The "Jolly, Free and Less Busy" Episode

    · 2 h 20 min · S8 E12 · Explicit

    This week, we have a special birthday episode for our president, Big Dawg Jollz! The ladies kick things off with a recap of their eventful weekend before getting into the Megan and Klay situation, and honestly, our…

  31. The "Retired Little Menace" Episode ft JMB

    · 2 h 09 min · S8 E11 · Explicit

    This week, FK & Jola are joined by Joel Moses Babatunde, Twitter’s favourite naughty boy, for an episode dedicated to naughty children and all the chaos they bring. From weddings, party costumes and the madness of…

  32. The "Unscheduled Maintenance" Episode

    · 2 h 22 min · S8 E10 · Explicit

    After a fun weekend in Abuja for their friend's wedding, FK & Jola are back to talk about seeing your friends in love, group adventures and the pitfalls of the Nigerian aviation industry, which led them to a hot…

  33. The "Major & Minor Icks" Episode

    · 1 h 57 min · S8 E9 · Explicit

    After weeks of back-to-back bangers with some phenomenal guests, this week FK & Jola are alone on the couch. The episode starts with a recap of their enjoyment-filled Easter weekend (up Jesus), which leads into an…

  34. The "Smell Good, Look Good" Episode ft. Teniola Aladese

    · 2 h 00 min · S8 E8 · Explicit

    This week, we have the best actor in the world on the best podcast in the world — Teniola Aladese! We talk about the Super Eagles' ill-timed win against Iran (like PLEASE), the rising cost of living in the country,…

  35. The "Enter With Your Change" Episode ft. Christiana & Omolara

    · 1 h 57 min · S8 E7 · Explicit

    This week’s episode takes us on a journey — no, really, we’re joined by Christina and Omolara, who are a bus driver & conductor duo in the city of Lagos. These up-and-doing ladies have done everything from fashion…

  36. The "Neither Hair nor There" Episode ft Feyi Bello & L’Oréal Professionnel

    · 2 h 05 min · S8 E6

    In honor of Mother’s Day and The Good Hair Day (a day we made up because this episode is brought to you by our friends at L’Oréal Professionnel Paris 🤭), we bring to you a rocking episode from the studios of The…

  37. The "High Agency Rebel" Episode ft. Mimi Abudu

    · 2 h 29 min · S8 E5 · Explicit

    This week’s episode is what the kids like to call a “deep cut”. It’s 3 hours with the one and only Mimi Abudu (yes, the same Abudu you know). We dive into the conversation of being whimsical just for the plot, gems on…

  38. The "Demure Waitress and Celebrity Waitress" Episode

    · 1 h 52 min · S8 E4 · Explicit

    This week, we’re joined by Dami a.k.a Celebrity Waitress & Eunice a.k.a Demure Waitress, who are nightlife/club waitresses in Nigeria! They take us behind the scenes of what it’s like to work at a popular Lagos club,…

  39. The "Biggest Fan" Episode

    · 2 h 29 min · S8 E3 · Explicit

    This week’s episode is what we like to call a meandering banger. We can’t explain how we started the conversation from the idolization of religious leaders and ended up at sexual grief (you’ll get it when you listen).…

  40. The "One Love" Episode ft. Feranmi and Esther

    · 1 h 55 min · S8 E2 · Explicit

    Welcome to the inaugural episode of The Real Co-wives of Lagos City! Our first guests of the season are co-wives, married to the same husband and living in the same household. What happens when your husband brings you…

  41. The "Whimsical Welcome Back" Episode

    · 2 h 37 min · S8 E1 · Explicit

    You know what rhymes with 2026? ISWIS! We’re back with a bang for season 8! In the first episode of the year, we discuss whether New Year's resolutions are in or out, and somehow we end up complaining about the…

  42. The "Feliz Credit Alert" Episode

    · 2 h 10 min · S7 E45 · Explicit

    Ladies & Gents, welcome to our last episode of season 7. We’ve had such a fantastic run with you all yet again, and this season ends on a high note. We discussed all the fun activities we’re getting up to this month,…

  43. The "Let's Make A Group" Episode

    · 2 h 01 min · S7 E44 · Explicit

    What time is it? Christmas time, so it’s our vacation! Just kidding, we might have one or two more fun releases for you guys before the end of the year. It’s just us in the studio this week, and we talk about our…

  44. The "So What Do We Do Now" Episode ft. Tai (Foodie In Lagos)

    · 1 h 29 min · S7 E43 · Explicit

    This week, we are joined by a fabulous guest, Tai of Foodie in Lagos, who’s an equally hilarious babe. We talk about the rite of passage of pranking your siblings, how dealing with grief never gets easier, and how kids…

  45. The “Situationship Ban” Episode ft Iwuchukwu Ugochukwu

    · 2 h 10 min · S7 E42 · Explicit

    We’re joined by a very unassuming guest, someone you wouldn’t know is a very big amebo but that’s exactly how we like it. We have Ugo from our key helpers, Bamboo!!! We talk about our favorite shows and the battle of…

  46. The "Return to Culture" Episode ft Dimma Umeh

    · 3 h 07 min · S7 E41 · Explicit

    We hope your 'undies' weren't in a bunch as a result of our absence last week because what was missing last week has been made up for this week. After a glimpse into FK's new high-level hobby to set things off, the…

  47. The "Pre Invasion" Episode

    · 1 h 15 min · S7 E40 · Explicit

    This week, Jola & FK are alone on the couch as they discuss the state of the nation (are you ready for a Trump-led invasion?), Lagos Fashion Week, and whatever is in the air making many people ill. They then provide…

  48. The "Faith and Feminism" Episode ft. Blessing Omakwu

    · 2 h 14 min · S7 E39 · Explicit

    This week’s episode is sponsored by God’s grace. Jola & FK are joined by Blessing Omakwu, the CEO of The She Tank, a gender-equality evangelist, and a really knowledgeable theologian. The girls get into the dicey topic…

  49. The "Women in Male Dominated Fields" Episode

    · 2 h 10 min · S7 E38

    The girls are very demure this week as they’re joined by Bimpe of On The Rocks With B! Bimpe talks about being an entrepreneur who runs no1, not 2 but 3 (almost 4) businesses. She also talks about building a business…

  50. The "Girls Deserve Opportunities Too" Episode ft. Malala Yousafzai

    · 47 min · S7 E37

    This week’s episode is for the girls - fitting, since International Day of The Girl Child just passed by. We are joined by Malala Yousafzai, a Pakistani female education activist, who reminds us the importance of…

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