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News & Politics Podcasts

In-depth analysis and critical discussion on important issues, how they affect people, their potential to change lives, and what needs to be done to influence outcomes.

Location:

Nigeria

Description:

In-depth analysis and critical discussion on important issues, how they affect people, their potential to change lives, and what needs to be done to influence outcomes.

Twitter:

@daily_trust

Language:

English

Contact:

07030160191


Episodes

Real Reason Toxicity Thrives In Nigerian Music Industry

9/30/2023
Every Industry in Nigeria has its pros and cons, Same as the music industry in Nigeria. How toxic is the music industry? Is it easy for young artists to get in? In this episode of our weekly podcast, we unravel the real reason why the toxicity in the music industry thrives.

Duration:00:26:40

How To Draw A Line Between Work And Personal Relationship

9/23/2023
To some people, there is absolutely no difference between work and personal relationships but should it be so? Can everyone work in the same workspace as their dad or family member while maintaining a healthy relationship? In this episode of our Weekly podcast, we are looking at how to draw a thin line between work and personal relationships in a workplace.

Duration:00:29:40

How To Work Effectively From Home

9/16/2023
Work from home is gradually becoming the new norm. Can everyone be productive at home? In this episode of our weekly podcast the Bearing, we will be looking at how to work from home more effectively.

Duration:00:29:46

The Truth About Online Dating

9/9/2023
The days where one needed a friend to connect with a host of other friends are fast becoming obsolete- A little tap on the net does the magic!. In this episode of The Bearing, we uncover the truth and dynamics of online dating.

Duration:00:29:47

The Future Of Urban Living In Nigeria

9/2/2023
Over the years, a great number of properties have been defined in order to reflect on the concept of a livable city: smart, green, resilient, human, sustainable, ecologic, biophilic and many more. Among them, the idea that a livable city has to be a healthy city has been underrated despite its relevance. In this episode of the bearing, we take a look at how the company Urban Shelter, is contributing to Urban living in Nigeria.

Duration:00:29:49

How Economic Hardship Is Driving Many Nigerians Into Depression

8/26/2023
The economic hardship in Nigeria is biting very hard. Factories, shops are closing, even as people are losing jobs. It is seperating homes and increasing crimes. The situation in recent times has pushed many people to take extreme measures, even as worst as taking their own lives. In this episode of the bearing, we find out how Nigerians are driven into taking extreme measures to survive or give up.

Duration:00:26:59

How Tinubu's Cabinet Might Affect 'Renewed Hope' Mandate

8/19/2023
Reactions have continued to trail President Bola Tinubu's cabinet which will help him achieve his mandate of renewed hope, especially with the appointment of ministers. In this episode of The Bearing, we discuss these newly appointed ministers will help drive his policies

Duration:00:29:31

The Struggles Of Working Breastfeeding Mothers

8/12/2023
As Important as breast milk is to babies, some working mothers have to struggle to breast feed their infants as one the primary challenges faced by breast feeding mothers is the lack of proper accommodation in the work place. In this episode of The Bearing, we discuss, their struggles and the need for a conducive lactation spaces for breastfeeding mothers in work places.

Duration:00:29:20

Why Many Women Seek Figure 8 Body Shapes

8/5/2023
The trend of doing what it takes to have a figure 8 body shape has become rampant in the country. In this episode of the Bearing, we find out why women are doing what it takes to achieve this Hour glass or Figure 8 body shape.

Duration:00:30:24

Why Military Takeover Is On The Rise In Africa

7/29/2023
Military coups were a regular occurrence in Africa in the decades after independence and there is concern they are starting to become more frequent. In this episode of The Bearing, we find out why Military takeover are on the rise.

Duration:00:29:49

Can Nigerians Survive Another Increase In The Price of Petrol?

7/22/2023
Anger, frustration, and despondency has been the situation of Nigerians in the past few days as they woke up to yet another steep increase in the price of petrol on the 18th of July 2023 barely two months after the removal of subsidy. From Lagos, Ogun, and Edo in the South West and South-South to Niger, Borno and Zamfara in the north, it was all tales of woe by motorists and commuters.

Duration:00:28:47

Things You Should Know As A Nigerian Before You 'Japa'

7/15/2023
Japa is a Yoruba coinage, which in its literal connotation denotes ‘to leave for good’. It has become the new catch phrase for unbridled migration by desperate Nigerians in search of better paying jobs or other life supporting means. In this episode of The Bearing, we bring you the horrible tale of a young Nigerian who almost died in search of a greener pasture, plus things you should know before you Japa.

Duration:00:28:52

Things You Should Know Before Changing Your Car's Petrol Engine To Gas

7/8/2023
Are you thinking of switching your car's petrol engine to a gas engine? Before you do, there are some important things you should know! In this episode of the Bearing, we find out.

Duration:00:27:13

How Has Cooked Beans Saved Your Life As A Student?

7/1/2023
It is a life saver. All the way through the days in the boarding houses, it ranked number one on tables in the refectory and so many people enjoyed it without an option. In this episode of The Bearing, we discuss how beans has saved so many student's lives.

Duration:00:29:45

How Actions Of Some Police Officers Encourage Jungle Justice

6/24/2023
Actions of a Police Officer to arrest a suspect because he was wounded due to Jungle Justice has generated a lot of reactions. In this episode of the bearing, find out what happened and how the action of the police officer might be encouraging Jungle Justice in the society.

Duration:00:29:16

Why Student Loan May Not Work In Nigeria

6/17/2023
Education is critical to every economy around the world, non more so than Nigeria. One of the biggest issue facing education in Africa's largest economy is funding. The president of Nigeria recently signed the student loan bill into law to tackle the issue of funding. But will the Student Loan Work in Nigeria? In this episode of The Bearing, we find out.

Duration:00:27:25

Would The World Be A Better Place Without Men?

5/13/2023
Ever wondered what society would be like without men? It is believed that men are the highest perpetrators of crime in the society, does it mean they are a problem? In this episode of our weekly podcast, we are asking what the world would be like without men.

Duration:00:29:29

Why Females Are Better Parent Caregivers

5/6/2023
Many adult children are so busy growing up that they forget that their parents are growing old at the same time. What gender actually takes care of their parents the most? Male or female In this episode of our weekly podcast, we look at which Gender performs better in giving parental care.

Duration:00:29:59

Why Adulthood Is Not A Scam

4/29/2023
When we were younger, many of us spent a lot of time wondering when we would grow up so we could finally be adults. Is adulthood what you expected? In this episode of our weekly podcast, we look at the reality of Adulthood.

Duration:00:29:07

Are All Women Lunatics On The Car Wheels?

4/22/2023
Ever heard the term “Why you dey drive like woman?” or ‘Oh na woman dey drive sef” Is there a particular way women drive? In this episode of our weekly podcast, The Bearing, we are asking if women are generally horrible drivers.

Duration:00:24:24