This week on The Reel Happy Hour Podcast, Ola Ade sits down for a powerful and exclusive conversation with the brilliant writer & director Peter Gbolahon Macjob, the visionary behind Ireke: The Rise of the Maroon—a bold and epic film set to redefine Nollywood.

Joining the conversation are three phenomenal cast members:

⭐ Mofe Duncan – Nollywood royalty

🎭 Demetri Turin – Rising international star

🎬 Alex Franklyn – Commanding presence on screen

🔥 Ireke premiered at the Cannes Film Festival to critical acclaim and will hit over 30 UK cinemas from July 25th. The cast will be meeting fans at exclusive premieres in London, Lagos, and Abeokuta.

We talk about:

✅ The making of Ireke and its revolutionary cultural impact

✅ Nollywood’s global rise & why this film is a game changer

✅ Behind-the-scenes stories from the set

✅ What it means to represent African heritage on a global platform

This episode is an unforgettable celebration of African storytelling, bold filmmaking, and the future of global cinema.

🎟️ Catch ‘Ireke: The Rise of the Maroon’ in cinemas July 25th

🌍 London | Lagos | Abeokuta – with live cast appearances!

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In this laugh-out-loud and nostalgia-filled episode of The Reel Happy Hour Podcast, Ola & Precious share their most anticipated and favourite films of 2025, from major blockbusters to reboots that have us in our feelings.

We break down:

✨ Wicked the movie

🧙‍♀️ Charmed and our love for magical women

🐉 How to Train Your Dragon (Live Action!)

🎭 Love Hurts and its emotional punch

💥 Thunderbolts, Fantastic Four, Avengers, X-Men & the Marvel Universe

🎬 The timeless legend that is Tom Cruise

But most importantly, we dedicate this episode to Julian McMahon, the beloved actor, Charmed icon, and screen presence that shaped a generation. RIP Julian, thank you for the magic 🕊️ we recorded this weeks before he passed and now we’re dedicating it to him, may his soul RIP

Whether you're a film buff, superhero geek, nostalgic TV fan, or Marvel fanatic, there’s something for you in this episode.

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Welcome to Season 3 of The Reel Happy Hour Podcast! 🥂🎥

Your favourite film & culture podcast is back, with a fresh new vibe! Ola returns, joined by our brand new co-host Precious, as we catch up on everything that’s been happening in our lives, creative journeys, and the wild world of film over the past few months.

🎧 But that’s not all—we take you behind the scenes in a powerful pre-recorded interview with critically acclaimed director Tosin Coker, whose vision and artistry have shaped some of the most compelling stories in Black British cinema.

💡 In this conversation, Ola reflects on how working on Tosin’s film set ignited his passion for storytelling and filmmaking, ultimately shaping his journey as a creator and podcast host.

If you're passionate about filmmaking, Black creatives, cultural commentary, and the power of storytelling, this episode is for you!

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