

Olay & Friends
Olayemi Olurin
Olay & Friends is a weekly podcast where Olay invites 5 of your favorites discuss hot topics! The podcast invokes a Black 90s nostalgia you'll love!
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Oct 5, 2025 • 1h 45min
Eric Adams Dropped Out: Zohran vs Cuomo
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Sep 28, 2025 • 1h 9min
Hip Hop Has a WEIRDO Problem
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Sep 21, 2025 • 1h 43min
Drake & Young Thug Are SPIRALING
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Sep 14, 2025 • 1h 29min
Charlie Kirk is Not a Martyr
Dive into a compelling discussion on the complexities of political martyrdom and its implications for civil rights. The conversation critiques the influence of controversial figures on public narratives and explores the moral dilemmas in activism, particularly regarding empathy and societal expectations. Gun violence and the realities of the Second Amendment are explored, alongside the struggles of financial instability that underscore class consciousness. The episode also emphasizes the importance of collaboration in social justice efforts and the responsibilities of allies in marginalized communities.

Sep 7, 2025 • 1h 47min
“Big Back” is a Big Problem…Let’s Talk About It
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Aug 31, 2025 • 1h 7min
Snoop Dogg Thinks There’s a Gay Agenda
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Aug 24, 2025 • 1h 40min
Ari Lennox is Right About Martin
Toonrific Tariq, a dynamic voice in comedy, joins the conversation to tackle the complexities of humor and representation. He discusses the impact of colorism in 90s sitcoms like 'Martin,' shedding light on how these narratives shape societal perceptions. Tariq emphasizes the importance of acknowledging harmful stereotypes in comedy, pushing for a more nuanced understanding of humor's role in addressing oppression. He champions empathy and action, calling for a deeper consciousness around the effects of laughter and narrative on marginalized communities.

Aug 17, 2025 • 1h 30min
Tyla is a Victim of Diaspora Wars
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Aug 10, 2025 • 1h 40min
Nick Cannon is a Symptom, Not the Problem
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Aug 3, 2025 • 2h 21min
Laverne Cox Dated a MAGA Cop... Let's Talk About It
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