Check Edgar on Creativity, Humor, Storytelling & Why He’s Still Single?

In this episode of the Heard Afros and Audio interview series, the host welcomes Check Edgar, a storyteller, content creator, and podcaster from Nigeria.

Edgar discusses his podcast ‘Why Am I Still Single?’, which shares his personal dating experiences with humor and relatability. He emphasizes the importance of connecting with his audience, known as ‘Checkmates’, and how their feedback shapes his content. Edgar also delves into his creative journey, the impact of voiceover artistry in his storytelling, and his future projects, including a new podcast called ‘The Disclosure’. He reflects on the challenges and growth of podcasting in Nigeria and highlights the potential for more diverse and profound storytelling within the country’s podcasting landscape.

Listen to the Why Am I Still Single podcast: https://www.checkedgar.com/podcasts/WAISS/6677c68c514c8cd63fda112a

Learn more about Edgar, visit: https://www.checkedgar.com

Follow Edgar: https://instagram.com/Edgar.eriakha 

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DISCLAIMER: The views expressed by guests of Afros & Audio’s Black History Month interview series are their own and do not reflect the values, mission, or business of Talib Jasir, Afros & Audio, Black Podcasters Association, Vanguard Podcast Network, or any other names, podcasts, events, businesses, or organizations mentioned in the video or audio of this series unless explicitly stated.