Rephonic
Artwork for One 54 Podcast

One 54 Podcast

iHeartPodcasts
Nigeria
Hollywood
Mental Health
Cultural Identity
Comedy
Zimbabwe
Colorism
Identity
Bel-Air
United States
Nollywood
Education
Gabourey Sidibe
Africa
Social Media
Nigerian Heritage
NFL
Nigerian Cuisine
Nigerian-American Identity
Precious

One54, hosted by Akbar and Godfrey, is a first of its kind podcast spotlighting the untold stories of African entertainers, athletes and business leaders. Through unfiltered conversations, this podcast reveals the challenges and culture clashes of growing up African in America.Akbar Gbajabiamila is a former NFL player, sports analyst, and television host best known for co-hosting American Ninja Wa... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes70Foundeda year ago
Number of ListenersCategory
Society & Culture

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for One 54 Podcast

Latest Episodes

Tickets are on sale NOW for One54 LIVE! Join us January 28, 2027, in Santa Monica for a special live podcast featuring huge guests, a fashion show, music, food, culture, and unforgettable moments. Get your tickets now at www.tix.com/ticket-sa... more

Tickets are on sale NOW for One54 LIVE! Join us January 28, 2027, in Santa Monica for a special live podcast featuring huge guests, a fashion show, music, food, culture, and unforgettable moments. Get your tickets now at www.tix.com/ticket-sa... more

Tickets are on sale NOW for One54 LIVE! Join us January 28, 2027, in Santa Monica for a special live podcast featuring huge guests, a fashion show, music, food, culture, and unforgettable moments. Get your tickets now at www.tix.com/ticket-sa... more

Tickets are on sale NOW for One54 LIVE! Join us January 28, 2027, in Santa Monica for a special live podcast featuring huge guests, a fashion show, music, food, culture, and unforgettable moments. Get your tickets now at www.tix.com/ticket-sa... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

In Godfrey We Trust
In Godfrey We TrustWitz Comedy Network
Native Land Pod
Native Land PodiHeartPodcasts and Reasoned Choice
The Vic Mensa Show
The Vic Mensa ShowMass Appeal & ORANJ

Recent Guests

Eddie Glaude Jr.
New York Times bestselling author, James S. McDonnell Distinguished University Professor of African American Studies at Princeton University
Princeton University, African American Studies
Episode: Dr. Eddie Glaude Jr. Part 1: African Americans vs Africans, Diaspora Wars, Immigrants & Blacks - One54 Africa
Themba Gorimbo
Professional MMA fighter; first Zimbabwean UFC winner; trailblazer in African MMA
Professional MMA fighter (Zimbabwe)
Episode: Themba Gorimbo Part 1: Growing Up in Zimbabwe, Family Loss, Blood Diamonds & South Africa - One54 Africa
Kwame Onwuachi
Chef, author, and culinary innovator
Self/Various collaborations
Episode: Kwame Onwuachi Part 1: Growing Up in Nigeria, His Street Hustle & Becoming a Chef - One54 Africa
Mena Massoud
Actor and guest on episode
Self / One54 Podcast
Episode: Mena Massoud Part 2: Faith, Egypt, Daniel: The Fiery Furnace & Mental Health - One54 Africa
Adekunle Gold
Afrobeats artist and founder of Adekunle Gold Foundation
Self / Adekunle Gold Foundation
Episode: Adekunle Gold Part 2: Owning His Masters, Rihanna, Fuji, Sickle Cell, Family & Afrobeats - One54 Africa
Adekunle Kosoko
Afrobeat artist known as AG Baby, Nigerian royalty descendant, and writer/artist
Singer, songwriter, and producer
Episode: Adekunle Gold Part 1: Nigerian Roots, Sade, Skales, Wizkid, Fela Kuti, Pharrell & Beyoncé - One54 Africa
Josh Okogie
Nigerian-American NBA player for the Utah Jazz
Utah Jazz
Episode: Josh Okogie Part 1: Nigeria, Nigerian Culture, Family, Chris Paul, Anthony Edwards, NBA Journey & Hakeem Olajuwon - One54 Africa
Selema Masekela
Surfer, X Games veteran, and media figure; son of Hugh Masekela
Self/Select ventures
Episode: Selema Masekela Part 2: Fela Kuti, X Games, Lupita Nyong'o, Surfing & Black Culture - One54 Africa
Selema Mabena Masekela
South African-American host and media personality, son of Hugh Masekela
One54 Africa
Episode: Selema Masekela Part 1: Hugh Masekela, Apartheid, Method Man, Identity & South Africa - One54 Africa

Hosts

Akbar Gbajabiamila
Host of One54 Podcast and One54 Africa, former NFL player and media host with Nigerian heritage.
Godfrey Daneschmah
Co-host and comedian/actor with deep Nigerian heritage, brings cultural insight and humor.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 339 ratings
  • Love it

    Best podcast out right now

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SG McDonald
    United States2 months ago
  • Let the guests answer

    I do enjoy this podcast. I love learning about culture, history, and the guests personal experiences.It is hard to listen to sometimes though. Akbar’s questions lead way too much. It’s like he’s telling the guests what to say or how to answer and the question is often longer than the answer. You can hear guests exasperation sometimes. Then Godfrey talks over the guests making side jokes. I get it when I’m watching it, but listening on an app it is awkward.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    LMWInc
    United States3 months ago
  • 10/10

    Love this podcast 🙌🏿

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nikez UK
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Laugh

    As someone who listens to lots of podcasts, I have been waiting for a podcast like this one where you can learn and laugh bravo!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TKwafo
    United States4 months ago
  • very good quality podcast, waaaay too much add for europe

    I went to the US, the amountmof add is standard.

    But for Europe ( and maybe Africa) it is way too much. And I live in Europe so it might not be compatible with me. I’ll give

    It an other shot someday

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ponygeneva
    Switzerland5 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Positive reception of the show's cultural perspectives and humor.
Guests are praised for insight and storytelling.
Episodes are described as informative, entertaining, and inspiring for the African diaspora.
Guests and hosts have strong chemistry, though some listeners feel the interview style can crowd guest responses.

Top Society & Culture Podcasts

This American Life
This American LifeThis American Life
Notes from the Edge
Notes from the EdgeGamut Podcast Network
Sold a Story
Sold a StoryAPM Reports
Stuff You Should Know
Stuff You Should KnowiHeartPodcasts
The Ezra Klein Show
The Ezra Klein ShowNew York Times Opinion
METRO with Sarah Koenig
METRO with Sarah KoenigSerial Productions & The New York Times
Reaching Out
Reaching OutFuturo Media

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Adekunle Gold Part 1: Nigerian Roots, Sade, Skales, Wizkid, Fela Kuti, Pharrell & Beyoncé - One54 Africa
Q: What was the moment you realized you had broken through in music?
The major breakthrough came when my cover became a hit, which validated my voice and pushed me to further develop my craft beyond just band projects.
Chinedu Unaka Part 2: Building Comedy Career & Getting On Abbott Elementary - One54 Africa
Q: What was it like transitioning from stand-up to acting, especially on Abbott Elementary and House Party?
He explains the mental shift from eliciting immediate laughs to delivering on-camera performances, and how his comedic posture informs his acting choices.
Chinedu Unaka Part 2: Building Comedy Career & Getting On Abbott Elementary - One54 Africa
Q: How did your early life influence your comedy and career decisions?
He describes the pull between cultural heritage and American upbringing, the family's financial discipline, and how those experiences seeded a lens of resourcefulness and observational humor.
Wyclef Jean Part 2: Haiti's Revolution, Politics, Poverty & The Future of Haiti - One54 Africa
Q: So how did your father respond to your shift from gospel toward secular music?
He initially kicked me out of the church, then later accepted the shift as I demonstrated my commitment and continued performing, eventually supporting my gospel-tinged, large-scale projects.
Beverly Naya Part 1: Nigerian Culture, London vs. New York & Choosing Nollywood Over Hollywood - One54 Africa
Q: When did Beverly know she was going to pursue acting full time?
She realized it around age 17 during a school stage performance when she received her mother's emotional reaction and decided this was what she was meant to do.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About One 54 Podcast

What is One 54 Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show spotlights authentic voices from Africa's entertainment, business, and cultural scenes, with deep dives into diaspora identity, heritage, and leadership. Conversations blend personal origin stories, industry insights, and regional perspectives—often touching on Africa-wide culture clashes, entrepreneurship, and representation in media. A notable strength is mixing humor with serious topics, inviting prominent guests who illuminate global African experiences, branding, and resilience in diverse markets. The format tends to center guests' lived experiences and practical lessons for aspiring creators, entertainers, and business leaders across the African diaspora.

Where can I find podcast stats for One 54 Podcast?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for One 54 Podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to One 54 Podcast and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does One 54 Podcast get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for four million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for One 54 Podcast, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for One 54 Podcast?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for One 54 Podcast, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does One 54 Podcast have?

To see how many followers or subscribers One 54 Podcast has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to One 54 Podcast?

These podcasts share a similar audience with One 54 Podcast:

1. In Godfrey We Trust
2. Grits and Eggs Podcast
3. Native Land Pod
4. Not My Best Moment with KevOnStage
5. The Vic Mensa Show

How many episodes of One 54 Podcast are there?

One 54 Podcast launched a year ago and published 70 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact One 54 Podcast?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for One 54 Podcast?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for One 54 Podcast from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for One 54 Podcast?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of One 54 Podcast. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on One 54 Podcast?

Recent guests on One 54 Podcast include:

1. Eddie Glaude Jr.
2. Themba Gorimbo
3. Kwame Onwuachi
4. Mena Massoud
5. Adekunle Gold
6. Adekunle Kosoko
7. Josh Okogie
8. Selema Masekela

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days