In this Season Opener, Samuel is joined by Ope and Iyanu — aka the dynamic duo — for a conversation about audacity, embarrassment, and the fine art of being shameless without losing your home training.

From confessing the most shameless things they’ve done recently to debating why people are scared of “trying too hard,” the trio explores the thin line between confidence and chaos. It quickly turns into a hilarious but honest conversation about why people are afraid of being seen trying. We unpack the “what will people say” culture, social media pressure, and the reality that sometimes you need to fail, lose, or even chop breakfast (heartbreak) to grow.

Blessed Are the Shameless is about choosing action over fear of embarrassment and learning to draw your own line.

Join the conversation on Instagram, Twitter (X), & Youtube and let us know a shameless thing you’ve done recently. 👀

HOST: Sam Toye

WITH: Opeyemi Oni & Hunye Iyanu

The day adulting hit... we knew life would never be the same. 

In this special episode, Sam is joined by returning guest Ibitein and big-time listener Laolu to reflect on everything from buying pots to living alone, and that never-ending feeling of trying to figure life out without a manual. 

Together, we sit with the stories, lessons, and laughter that defined this season. We also hear from you, our community, about the moments when adulthood felt real. 

It’s a collection of stories about growing up.

The final skit of Season 1.

Join the conversation on ⁠Instagram⁠ & ⁠Twitter (X)⁠ and let us know the moment adulting became real for you.

Drop an emoji in the comments that describes your adult life right now!

HOST: Sam Toye

WITH: Ibitein Iyalla & Olaoluwa

What in the Nigerian dream is this?

Going from childhood ambitions of being lawyers, fashion designers, and robotics engineers, to growing up and just wanting stable light and a little peace of mind, this episode explores the skit that is chasing dreams as a young person in Nigeria.

We talk about the dreams we had, the shift that came with “reality,” and how many young Nigerians today are just trying to survive. Because when the system is broken, what does it mean to still have ambition? Is there even such a thing as the Nigerian Dream, or are we all winging it at this point?

This is The Skit Called Nigeria — a special from Life is a Skit.

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HOST: Sam Toye

WITH: Opeyemi Oni & Newness Oyelade

In between the cycle, we still owe it to ourselves to be… well, ourselves.

In this episode, Sam is joined by Trust and Fathia to talk about something that’s been on all our minds lately: how do you hold on to yourself when you’re stuck in the cycle of school, work, and adulting in Nigeria?  

We talk about the fear of becoming strangers to ourselves, and how we’re finding pockets of joy in the mundane. Trust shares how sewing helps him stay sane. Fathia finds peace in cooking and the simple act of plating food with care. And together, we all reflect on what life might look like if money weren’t in the picture. 

This one’s for anyone caught in the grind, trying to stay sane and stay connected to the part of themselves that feels most alive. 

Be part of the conversation and let us know what you would be doing instead if you didn’t have to chase money or earn a degree.

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HOST: Sam Toye

WITH: Okpokpo Trust & Ariori Fathia

Being broke has never looked so good.

In this episode, we’ve got Felix, who’s already broke in the second week of May and finally believes in budgeting; Bolu, who dropped a budgeting masterclass and still makes room for gifting others (even when her savings are saving her); and Samuel, battling soft life cravings, and the rude awakening of financial responsibility.

We talk about the illusion of wealth that comes with living a subsidised life, the journey into financial responsibility — whether by living alone or suddenly being handed house bills — and the realisation that some things aren’t scalable.

We also get into how inflation is making us buy wants now before the price triples next week; why some lessons can't be taught, only lived; Relationship billings and financial sacrifice, and the very real fact that savings can sometimes leave you broke too.

This episode is for anyone learning to be responsible, not because they want to… but because adulthood doesn’t work on vibe spending.

Be part of the conversation and tell us one thing you’ll spend money on, no matter how broke you are.

HOST: Sam Toye

WITH: Moboluwarin Oladokun & Kupoluyi Felix

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In this episode, Sam, Saraunia, and Mmesoma talk about how we see culture as young Nigerians today.

Whether it's replying in English when someone speaks to you in your native tongue, to feeling "half in, half out" of your roots, we share some personal stories of navigating identity, family dynamics, and the whole multicultural remix happening around us. 

Sam reflects on how returning to his hometown helped him reconnect with his family history alongside Saraunia, who shares what it's like living between two cultures, and Mmesoma, who low-key identifies with another culture.

We also get into how schools made speaking your native language feel "razz," why accents matter, the tribal stereotypes and biases passed down, and the intentional work that goes into unlearning those stereotypes and embracing culture.

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HOST: Sam Toye

WITH: Mmesoma Onuoha & Saraunia Balla-Bature

We grew up with the internet, but we’re still figuring out how to live with it.

In this episode, Samuel is joined by Enoch, a video editor & creative, and Kems, a freelancing product designer, for a conversation about what it feels like to come of age online. They talk about how social media went from “just vibes” to something that can shape identity, career, and creativity.

Enoch reflects on wanting his page to represent who he's becoming and how documenting growth became a form of storytelling. Kems talks about why being intentional about who you follow matters more than you think and finding peace in muting people.

Plus some FOMO confessions, screen time guilt, and finding ways to stay grounded in an online world that’s always doing the most.

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⁠HOST: Sam Toye

WITH: Omosehin (Kems) Kemi & Enoch (Ire) Toye

Sometimes, a status reply to a TikTok video could be all it takes to deepen a connection.

So far, friendships seem to just happen. You didn’t have to think too hard about keeping in touch, proximity did the work for you. But now? Between work, life changes, and distance, keeping up with friends takes effort.

In this episode, Sam, Ibitein, and Mark sit down to talk about how friendships are shifting. How do you even make new friends as an adult? Are we still friends because we want to be, or is it just proximity?

Sam talks about realising not everyone has to be your friend, Mark tries to break down what makes the bond between guys different, while Ibitein shares how "you’re a different friend to all your friends” and why NYSC might have something to do with her hesitation to call people friends straight away.

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HOST: Sam Toye
WITH: Ibitein Iyalla & Obe Ayomide Mark

Four years of writing exams and constant group chat banter, but now people are asking "How’s work?" instead of "How are you?" 😭

In this episode of Life Is a Skit, Samuel is joined by Bishop and Etini to discuss the reality checks that hit after school. From missing the forced proximity of school friendships to realising nobody is sponsoring your ministry anymore (because, apparently, you're earning salary now).

We also talk about the transition into "the real world", imposter syndrome, and why your first and most important network might just be the people you shared a lecture hall with.

Oh, and a pro tip from Etini: maybe wait till you graduate before falling for your coursemates.

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HOST: Sam Toye
WITH: Bishop Edet-Uko & EtiniAbasi Ekefre

The character building of schooling in Nigeria is unmatched. (smiles in shege)

In this episode, Samuel lets Tomiwa and Ire—4th year architecture and engineering students—air their frustrations about navigating the Nigerian education system. From outdated curriculums to an environment that often stifles creativity, it can feel like the system is designed to test endurance more than intellect.

Tomiwa shares how the struggle to make extra money has led many students to risky money-making schemes (cough cough sporty). Meanwhile, Ire’s number one battle—outside his books—is simply figuring out how to eat. In an era where everyday feels like a rainy day, you quickly learn there’s no shame in drinking garri. Just make sure the water is cold.

We also get into how the grading system rewards cramming over actual understanding (even for programming??), the financial struggles that push students into endless hustles and feeding formations, plus the intense competition, that causes fellow students to move like saboteurs.

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HOST: Sam Toye
WITH: Tomiwa Adeosun & Enoch (Ire) Toye