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Scary Hours Podcast

Wezi & Guss
Zambia
Mental Health
Friendship
Drake
Social Media
Dating Dynamics
Relationships
Lusaka
Zambian Music
Kendrick Lamar
Drunkenness
Lusaka, Zambia
Personal Growth
Music
Introspection
Revenge Tour
Morning Routine
Value In Relationships
Priming
Self-Improvement

Welcome to the Scary Hours Podcast! Hosted by Wezi & Guss, the boys dissect the deep, the dark, and the ugly as they navigate through this scary world. Expect to laugh, get spooked, and listen to a variety of unnecessary (possibly valid) opinions about well… everything. Nothing is off the table, and the table is always shaking. There’s no limit to how deep your fears may go. Dive into them with us... more

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Latest Episodes

WE ARE BACK!

After a long enough absence, your favorite podcast is back with another Scary Sit-Down with viral content creator, Lockdown T!

In this episode, he sits down with Guss to discuss discovering virality during lockdown (all puns intended),... more

Scary Hours is BACK with a bonus episode!

We have a scary sit-down with Harry Vlachos - better known as “Bwana Jimmy” - a maestro behind the camera who has credits with the likes of BBC, Netflix, and Apple TV. He shares his story of how he began, ho... more

The Ministry of Groove is open to 2026! In our annual crossover episode with Ministry of Groove, we discuss the Ministry’s plans for 2026, some of the events we’re looking forward to, and general sentiment towards the event space in Zambia.

Of cours... more

200 episodes! After a Perfect Year, we’ve finally reached this incredible milestone, thanks to all of you! 

In this landmark episode, we discuss our journey, what 200 episodes means, and what’s coming next. Thank you to everyone who’s ever listened,... more

We talk about the art of taking a lap around a venue, what it really means, why that first walk matters, and how it sets the tone for the night.  

Are shades a necessary accessory when taking a lap? How do you even keep track of time once you’re dis... more

Happy New Year, everyone! 

After completing a Perfect Year in 2025, we look back on the year and its highs and highs (no lows over here), and speak about some of the Scary plans we have for 2026. All of which will come to fruition, amen.

As usual, ... more

We’re closing out the year the only way we know how, grateful. This has been a perfect year for Scary Hours, with an episode every single week, and we couldn’t have done it without the love and support from everyone who’s tuned in. To wrap things up,... more

We talk about our 10-year high school reunion — reconnecting with people we haven’t seen in years, catching up on where life has taken everyone, and reflecting on how much (and how little) has changed. A nostalgic conversation about growth, memories,... more

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Recent Guests

Harry Vlachos
Filmmaker, founder of Bwana Jimmy Productions
Bwana Jimmy Productions
Episode: A Scary Sit-Down with Bwana Jimmy | Shooting with IShowSpeed, BBC, Netflix & More
Benji Tembo
Guest, frequent contributor and personality in the scene
Benji Tembo's network
Episode: Parliament in Session
Jay Disruptive
Special guest, content creator and disruptive strategist
Disruptive Talent / Creative Strategy
Episode: A Scary Sit-Down With Jay Disruptive
Jay Trigga
Afrobeat artist and music producer
Episode: A Scary Sit-Down With Jay Trigga

Hosts

Wezi
Co-host, Scary Hours Podcast, consistently contributes humor and cultural insight.
Guss
Co-host, Scary Hours Podcast, brings energy and quick takes on culture and society.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 63 ratings
  • DDU

    Deep , dark ,and ugly . I love it . A must listen podcast with very necessary conversations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MalaZen
    United States3 years ago
  • Amazing content

    There’s conteeeeent here!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dref Unleashed
    United States4 years ago
  • The GOATs!

    My only complaint about this pod is episodes should be an hour long. Look at Wezi and Wengo man, so inspirational!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chawanzii
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Feeling the Pod 🤞🏽✌🏾

    I heard the “finding balance “ episode I was hooked such a vulnerable and compelling episode .Really loving the Podcast a fresh voice to the masses 💪🏾💪🏾 keep bringing the content 🔥

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bizzzzzzzo
    South Africa4 years ago
  • Short and sweet

    Podcasts are the perfect length for everyone’s increasingly shortening attention spans, on topics that are relatable and interesting to most young Zambians. Scary hours is definitely up there with my favourite listens right now.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Just Another Ohn
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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A Scary Sit-Down With Jay Disruptive
Q: What role does experimentation and embracing new tools (like AI) play in growth?
Experimentation is essential; use new tools to enhance efficiency and quality (captions, workflows, etc.) but integrate them thoughtfully to maintain your voice, test different approaches, and learn from results to improve over time.
Dvppy Speaks Public Enemy
Q: How did the two planned drop dates for Patience influence your approach to releasing Public Enemy?
The delays and the two dates prompted refinement, ultimately making the album stronger as they allowed for additional listening and adjustments.
A Scary Sit-Down With Jay Trigga
Q: Where can people find you and what do you have planned?
You can find me as Jay Trigga on all platforms. We're working on a project called Update, which is going to bring something new to fans.
A Scary Sit-Down With Jay Trigga
Q: How do you manage coming back into Zambia where you are by default going to be a minority?
It was tricky coming back during COVID, questioning my choices in the different scene. I found my path understanding that we import a lot of music and my sound fits into that broader context.
Scary Hours: The Women's Takeover
Q: Could you give us some points, maybe like three or something, on what Girl Code is?
Being supportive of your friend, ensuring their comfort when out together, and showing up for friends in both good and bad times are key elements of Girl Code.

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2. Benji Tembo
3. Jay Disruptive
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