The General Podcast

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Why do we constantly want more, even when we already have enough? How much of what we buy reflects our genuine needs, and how much is influenced by the society and economic system we live in? In this episode of The General Podcast , we explore the relationship between consumerism and capitalism...

Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note. Host Osose David sits one-on-one with Global Security Consultant Dr. Diyeli Aigbe for a conversation on why crime persists in society .

Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note. In this episode of The General Podcast , we take a critical look at the current state of education in Nigeria. We discuss academic standards then and now, the policies shaping the education system, and the roles of parents and students in determining academic outcomes. We also ask some important questions: Has the quality of education chan...

Are we becoming addicted to validation? In a world where likes, comments, followers and views have become measures of attention, it is worth asking: how much of what we do is truly for ourselves, and how much is for the approval of others? In this episode of The General Podcast , we explore our need to be seen, the psychology behind seeking validation, social media, self-worth, status and the pres...

Welcome to The General Podcast. If you're new here, this episode is for you. Meet David, the voice behind The General Podcast, and discover the story, ideas and purpose behind the show. From crime and insecurity to human behaviour, social issues and the factors shaping our society, The General Podcast looks beyond the headlines to ask the questions that matter: Why does this happen? What causes it...

This episode was recorded after randomly selecting a final year student from Mass Communication, Caleb University to share his opinion on the effect of social media on genuine human connection and community building. ENJOY. ENGAGE, CONNECT.

Is Nigeria truly lawless, or does justice simply depend on who you are? This episode explores the idea that the law isn’t always absent—but often unevenly applied. Through real cases and everyday realities, we examine how access, influence, and visibility can shape outcomes within Nigeria’s justice system.

What happens when society pushes too hard? In this episode of The Crime General Podcast, we explore how pressure—from expectations, environment, and survival—can shape decisions and drive individuals toward crime. Is it choice, circumstance, or something in between?

When governments talk about security , they usually mean protecting the state. But what about protecting people? In this episode, we explore the debate between human security and state security from crime and policing to fear, trust, and the real meaning of safety. Because a country can look secure on paper… and still feel unsafe to the people living in it.

In this episode, we examine the cycle behind street involvement from youth pressure and unemployment to identity and the need for belonging. Instead of blaming individuals, we explore the deeper social conditions that make street life appealing. If the pattern keeps repeating, maybe the real issue isn’t just crime it’s the environment producing it.