The viral show #WithChude, hosted by media personality Chude Jideonwo, has been nominated for the prestigious Pulse Influencer Awards 2024 in the Podcast category. This recognition comes as a result of the unwavering support from the community and the impactful conversations that #WithChude has sparked over the years.
Chosen by a distinguished jury of media and creativity leaders, this nomination highlights the quality and relevance of the podcast’s content, its influence across the African media landscape, and the deep connections it continues to foster with listeners across the globe. This is a celebration of storytelling, vulnerability, and the fearless pursuit of truth in every conversation.
At the heart of this achievement is withChude.com, a subscription-based video-on-demand and podcast platform hosting a wide range of African stories, from films and series to interviews and documentaries. Powered by the singular voice of its host, Chude Jideonwo, #WithChude has grown into the only independent media platform in the region sustained primarily by its paid subscribers. Its flagship interview series continues to go viral for insightful conversations with Africa’s biggest personalities.
Reaching over 8 million people weekly across terrestrial television and social media, #WithChude is now the most-watched and most syndicated weekly talk show (digital + traditional) in the region. This nomination for the Pulse Influencer Awards is an affirmation of the platform’s impact and the continued importance of telling stories that uplift and inspire.