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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.

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 t... more

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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 nightlife, there’s plenty to unpack ab... more

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 colourful romantic history, we have... more

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 human trafficking. We also get ... more

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 chokehold and the existential dread of w... more

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Recent Guests

Eni Oluwada Popoola
Beauty, fashion, lifestyle and travel creator known as Enigivensunday; trained in law
Episode: The "Stay Ready So You Don't Have To Get Ready" Episode ft. Eni Popoola
Fisayo Soyombo
Investigative journalist and founder of the Foundation for Investigative Journalism.
Foundation for Investigative Journalism
Episode: The "47 Days in the Desert" Episode ft. Fisayo Soyombo
Damlola Additional (Arike Alaso)
Fabric entrepreneur, founder of Arike Alaso; specializes in affordable Aso Ebi fabrics
Arike Alaso
Episode: The "Business of Baddie Fabric" Episode ft. Arike Alaso
Ngozi Okonye
Guest on the episode
Episode: The "Financially Responsible" Episode ft. Ngozi Okonye
Hauwa Lawal
Writer, content creator, and online news anchor invited to share expertise and advise on dilemmas
Independent
Episode: The "Agony Aunt Special" Episode ft. Hauwa Lawal
Jaddy of Lagos
Guest; artist/creator sharing a deeply personal life story
Independent creator
Episode: The "I'm Your Mummy" Episode ft. Jaddy of Lagos
Beverly Adaeze
Content creator, MC and hairstylist
Episode: The "Funny Women" Episode ft Beverly Adaeze
Gozie Coker
Chief Experience Designer, Coker Creative
Coker Creative
Episode: The "Event Curation Masterclass" Episode ft Gozie Coker
Akinola Davies Jr
Director and visual artist; director of My Father's Shadow
My Father's Shadow
Episode: The "Forget About You, Focus on The Kids" Episode ft. Akinola Davies Jr.

Hosts

Jola Jollz Ayeye
Host of I Said What I Said; part of the dynamic duo behind the show
Feyikemi Abudu
Host of I Said What I Said; co-host known for candid, sharp commentary

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 9.4k ratings
  • Stop comparing America vs Nigeria

    I think it’s great that you ladies are able to travel outside of Nigeria, however, the comparisons are annoying. Comparing a nation that is 250+ yrs old to a country that is 65yrs old is strange. Of course Nigeria doesn’t have the same standards, infrastructure, or experiences. They also didn’t enslave, torture, and force millions of human beings to build the country for free. New York will never be Lagos, and Lagos will never be New York. Enjoy your travels without feeling the need to constantl... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    King Nay
    United States2 months ago
  • AMAZING and hilarious 😂

    Started listening to this podcast during the EndSARS protests. Thank you for keeping us Nigerians living abroad connected to the things happening back home!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ike Onwukanjo
    United States7 months ago
  • Love this podcast!

    This is an amazing podcast, if you have a good sense about f humor, then you’re in the right place

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tomi.lj
    Canada10 months ago
  • Thank you

    There were things I had experienced that I just couldn’t explain why they were/felt bad but listening to this podcast has helped me name my feelings, understand the situations, my actions-and just know that I am not alone.

    There’s a lot I hadn’t learned in my 38 years that listening to 2 girls and their guests have taught me. The conversations people don’t have.

    So, thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The 17yr old
    Canadaa year ago
  • Best Podcast Ever!

    ISWIS is the only podcast I listen to. I look forward to Wednesdays every week, it’s so fun and such a ‘jolly’ ride listening to them. Thank you ladies!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FragilePea
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Guests bring diverse perspectives and practical takeaways.
Shows strong banter and real talk about topics Nigerians care about.
Listeners praise the authenticity and relatability of the hosts and guests.
Consistently entertaining with a good balance of levity and substantive discussion.
Feels like a community—honest conversations that mix humor with hard truths.

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The "Stay Ready So You Don't Have To Get Ready" Episode ft. Eni Popoola
Q: How do you keep boundaries with your audience and resist the temptation to share personal details for engagement?
Eni says she avoids content she expects would compromise her sanity or mental health. Her approach draws on her Nigerian upbringing, where home life was private, and her early awareness that she might work in the public eye.
The "Stay Ready So You Don't Have To Get Ready" Episode ft. Eni Popoola
Q: Do you ever feel away about people implying that fashion, beauty, makeup, and entertainment are just a little fun, or that leaving law for this was an unserious choice?
Eni says she once shared the belief that law was serious work and content creation was not. She chose a creative career because it offers travel, public speaking, and fashion, without the courtroom environment she had expected to enter.
The "47 Days in the Desert" Episode ft. Fisayo Soyombo
Q: Why do people take the risk of making this journey?
He identifies poverty, ignorance, and migration misinformation as major drivers. Traffickers promise quick passage to Europe, while people facing difficult conditions at home often believe the prospect of a better life outweighs the risk.
The "47 Days in the Desert" Episode ft. Fisayo Soyombo
Q: Why do you put yourself in potential danger for the story?
Soyombo says he immerses himself at the scene so his reporting can show the depth of systemic problems firsthand. He assesses potential dangers, prepares ways to mitigate them, and proceeds when he believes the story needs to be told.
The "Baby, You Know Now" Episode ft. Fola
Q: How did you get Chimamanda to agree to be on the album?
Fola says a speech he encountered on TikTok resonated with the message he wanted to convey in “How Many,” so he included it on the track.

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A provocative, candid talk show from two friends who unpack pop culture, money, careers, dating, and everyday adulthood with sharp humor and blunt honesty. Episodes feature a wide mix of guests—from artists and creators to founders and activists—alongside the hosts' personal stories, listener dilemmas, and sponsor reads. The show leans into relatable relationships, hustle culture, and navigating modern life in Africa and the diaspora, often blending practical advice with unapologetic banter and scorching takes. Noteworthy is the versatility of formats (interviews, live promos, audience questions) and a steady rhythm of conclusions that mix entertainment with tangible takeaways for listeners and potential guests alike.

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1. Eni Oluwada Popoola
2. Fisayo Soyombo
3. Damlola Additional (Arike Alaso)
4. Ngozi Okonye
5. Hauwa Lawal
6. Jaddy of Lagos
7. Beverly Adaeze
8. Gozie Coker

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