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#79 - Wole Soyinka: The Public Intellectual in Nigerian Politics
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In this engaging episode, we delve into the role of Wole Soyinka as a public intellectual within the political arena of Nigeria. The conversation scrutinizes his response to the 2023 elections and the broader societal disappointment over his silence on electoral malpractices. We explore the societal reverence for public figures and how poverty and hunger influence public opinion. The discussion extends to the complexities of the Nigerian political landscape, the pivotal role of youth, and the perspectives of Professor Wole Soyinka on various issues. Additionally, we touch upon the themes of hopelessness, the critical need for empathy, and the evolving nature of societal change, underscoring the profound challenges faced by the Nigerian youth today. ---------------------------------------------------- Chapters
00:00 - Wole Soyinka: The Public Intellectual in Nigerian Politics
08:54 - Disappointment and Debate: Wole Soyinka's Response to the 2023 Elections
40:27 - Contextual Understanding: Analyzing the Views of Public Intellectuals
48:21 - Navigating the Political Landscape of Nigeria
59:19 - The Impact of Hopelessness on Nigerian Youth
01:20:31 - Empathy and Understanding in Societal Change
01:32:33 - The Evolving Nature of Societal Change and Political Influence --------------------------------------------------------------------- Stay Connected: Follow "The Offside Musings Podcast" on Substack for insightful articles accompanying our episodes: offsidemusings.substack.com Listen to all episodes of "The Offside Musings Podcast" on your favorite podcast platforms. Social Media: YouTube: The Offside Musings Podcast Facebook: TheoffsideMusingsPodcast Instagram: @the_offside_musings Twitter: @MusingsOffside TikTok: @Theoffsidemusingspodcast
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