Between Us Creatives

You know what’s annoying? The AI conversation is everywhere. And creatives are stuck in the middle - scared AI will replace them, guilty for using it, and exhausted from the burnout. In this episode, I’m talking about where I fit in this whole AI boom as a burnt-out creative. The fear that AI was going to make me obsolete. The curiosity that made me try it anyway. And the messy truth about using A...

If you're subscribed to my newsletter, ASKindreds, you would have received an email from me earlier today where I mentioned that one of the things to look forward to from me in 2026 is revamping my podcast, formerly called Itan Ife. Yeah, it's been a whole lot of work. When I started Itan Ife in 2024, it was something I basically started on a whim because I wanted to be connected to my creativity....

BookTok has taken over the reading world, turning old books into bestsellers and launching new authors to fame overnight. But is all the hype worth it? In this short episode, I discuss how BookTok is reshaping the publishing industry, the pros and cons of its influence, and what it means for the future of reading. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers o...

“Romance is for the useless generation, only bored housewives write romance.” These are only a few of the most ridiculous things I've heard about romance as a genre of literature. But really, what crime did romance commit, what did it do to these people? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit aminatsannikamal.substa...

If yesterday you found yourself rolling your eyes at all the lovebirds, dodging heart-shaped everything, and thinking, “Alright, we get it, you’re in love”—then this episode is for you. This one’s dedicated to those of us who have never received a Valentine’s Day gift (and are totally fine with it... mostly). Expect laughter, a little bit of friendly bitterness, and a discussion at the end that’ll...

First Published on my former Podcast, Itan Ife In this episode, I had an inspiring conversation with Margaret Adetimehin , who writes as Camaa Pearl — an international bestselling author known for her unforgettable, sizzling slow-burn romance novels. Her unique style blends reality and fiction in a way that captivates readers and leaves them wanting more. This isn’t just a conversation for authors...

First published on my former podcast, Itan Ife, now republished on Between Us Creatives In this episode, I sat down with Adesuwa Oman Nwonkedi , a romance author whose stories never fail to leave readers wanting more. We had a wholesome conversation about the realities of being a self-published author in Nigeria — the challenges of getting quality paperback books printed, dealing with piracy websi...

First published on my former podcast, Itan Ife. In this episode of Ìtàn Ìfẹ́ , I’m diving into something we’ve all thought about at some point—the pain of losing your first love. Inspired by the deeply emotional book The Stationery Shop of Tehran by Marjan Kamali, I reflect on the heartbreak of unfulfilled love, the weight of unresolved trauma, and how those first love memories can stay with us fo...