In this episode we had a special guest by name Odera, Odenigbo. A self-proclaimed feminist who enlightened us on what 'Feminism' is and how it should be embraced in the African Community. Bottomline... Whatever a man can do, a woman can do too or even better!

Following the series of protests in Nigeria and other types of protests/hashtags across Africa and the Diaspora; it is time we stand up in unity. It is time we fight back against oppression, marginalization, injustice and Neo-colonialism.

Today, we had the honor of hosting our first guest (Carrington Akosa) to the show. With his expertise on Country Risk Analysis, he was able to enlighten us on how Africans in Diaspora can impact/improve the continent's economy.

Nigerian scam popularly known as 419 'Four-One-Nine' so called by reference to article 419 of the country's criminal code (part of chapter 38) is commonly used when referring to internet scams and fraudulence. Today, we would give you a background on the genesis of these repugnant three numbers.

Instrumentals: Brian Cox of IV creatives

In this episode, the SMOG will walk you down memory lane on the evolution and transformation of the NIGERIAN MAFIA. An organized crime empire responsible for 10,000 deaths in Nigeria, drug trafficking and human trafficking across the Sahara desert into Europe.

My name is Gael Akosa, and this is my podcast. I was born in Cameroon, raised in Nigeria and currently residing in the United States of America. I have a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice and currently working on my Master's in Homeland Security. The Controversial Talk With SMOG are exclusively based on my opinions and findings.

The word 'AKATA'... A term generally used by West Africans to refer to their African-American Cousins. West Africans claim it's an innocent word, African-Americans call it a slur.