Episode Description:
In this powerful episode of Awaken with Oliver, Oliver and Akeem Shannon walks you through the real-world path of starting with nothing and building something meaningful.
From the importance of giving to practical advice on starting a side hustle, buying and selling, and understanding contracts, this episode blends spiritual insight with grounded strategy.
Oliver and Akeem Shannon also explores the emotional layers of growth, from self-expression to the role of children, education, and the overwhelming influence of social media. It’s a full-circle conversation that bridges both personal empowerment and practical entrepreneurship.
Whether you’re just starting out, feeling stuck, or looking to reconnect with your purpose — this one’s for you.
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Timestamp:
00:00 - Intro
02:35 - Thanks to Subscribers
06:09 - Giving
08:29 - How to Start a Side Hustle with Nothing
17:05 - Anotion Buying
20:55 - Documents Needed
23:47 - Car Renting Contract Tips
24:48 - Emotional Expression
31:02 - Buying and Selling
31:57 - Children and Attention
34:40 - Education
35:50 - Social Media
37:56 - Starting Something New
Guest Bio:
Akeem Shannon – Story Architect | Entrepreneur | Speaker
Akeem Shannon is a Story Architect, serial entrepreneur, and dynamic speaker who helps businesses and organizations scale through the power of strategic storytelling. As the founder of Flipstik, he took a late-night idea inspired by NASA technology and transformed it into a nationally recognized brand, earning a deal on Shark Tank, distribution in over 3000 retailers including Target and AT&T and a spot on Inc. Magazine’s 50 Fastest Growing Consumer Brands. His journey—from college dropout to CEO—is a testament to the power of resilience, reinvention, and relentless storytelling.
Akeem’s expertise in business storytelling has led him to share insights on some of the world’s biggest stages, including SXSW and CES, and earned him invitations to speak at Salesforce, Facebook, Google, and other industry leaders. He works with founders, executives, and organizations to help them refine their messaging, captivate their audience, and build brands that resonate.
Through his 3456 Storytelling Framework, Akeem teaches organizations how to craft compelling narratives that con
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This is a raw, unedited podcast exploring healing, self-awareness, emotional health, trauma recovery, consciousness, and personal growth. Conversations are unscripted and led by the moment, focusing on what it actually takes to live authentically in the modern world.
Hosted by Oliver — who healed Tourette’s, ADHD, and OCD at 21 through lifestyle changes, meditation, and nervous system regulation — the podcast explores real-world healing beyond theory, labels, or surface-level spirituality.
Each episode dives into topics such as childhood trauma, emotional triggers, inner child healing, mindfulness, mental health, identity, nervous system healing, breaking generational patterns, and building emotional resilience through honest conversations, lived experience, and practical insight.
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