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Amazing Exploits Podcast w/ Joshua OlaniyiThe Best of Amazing Exploits Season Two: 14 Powerful ConversationsIn this special recap episode of Amazing Exploits with Joshua Olaniyi, we look back at Season 2 — featuring highlights, punchy moments, and powerful insights from 14 conversations with founders, creatives, and leaders across tech, business, and culture.Whether you’re discovering the podcast for the first time or have been with us all season, this episode is a quick way to experience the best of what we’ve shared — and what’s ahead.Thank you for listening, supporting, and growing with us. Season 3 will be even better.
2026-01-3003 min
Amazing Exploits Podcast w/ Joshua OlaniyiA Software Engineer, Founder & Mum: Balancing Tech, Business and Motherhood with Okikiola OloyedeIn this episode of Amazing Exploits with Joshua Olaniyi, Joshua sits down with Okikiola Oloyede, a software engineer, founder of Kikillet Jewelry, and a mum, to talk honestly about balancing a tech career, building a business, and raising a family.Okikiola shares her journey from studying Computer Science at Ajayi Crowther University to becoming a Solutions Engineer, while launching and running Kikilet Jewelry in Lagos and navigating motherhood.They discuss figuring things out without a mentor, using a technical mindset in business, bringing structure into entrepreneurship, and what it...
2026-01-2357 min
Amazing Exploits Podcast w/ Joshua OlaniyiBuilding Belonwus: Design, Process & Creative Leadership with Jordan BelonwuIn this episode of Amazing Exploits with Joshua Olaniyi, I sit down with Jordan Belonwu, Creative Director at Belonwus, to talk about building a design studio, leading creative teams, and doing meaningful work in a fast-changing industry.Jordan shares his journey from studying Fine Arts at the University of Benin, to working at Bamboo, and eventually founding Belonwus. We explore his creative process, lessons from building a studio, and staying relevant in an AI-driven design world.Whether you’re a designer, creative founder, or someone thinking about craft, leadership, an...
2026-01-1654 min
Amazing Exploits Podcast w/ Joshua OlaniyiTelling Stories That Heal — Mental Health, Media & Purpose with Bukola OlaomoIn this episode of Amazing Exploits with Joshua Olaniyi, Joshua speaks with Bukola Olaomo — storyteller, voice-over artist, mental health advocate, and host of the Exhale Podcast.We discuss mental health in Nigeria, healing through storytelling, vulnerability, and the journey of building a purpose-driven podcast. Bukola also shares reflections on faith, showing up when impact isn’t visible, and using your voice meaningfully — even with limited resources.This episode is for creatives, advocates, and anyone seeking clarity, healing, and purpose.
2026-01-0950 min
Amazing Exploits Podcast w/ Joshua OlaniyiBuilding People, Culture & Careers in Africa — Insights from HR Leader Emmanuel FaithIn this episode of Amazing Exploits with Joshua Olaniyi, I sit down with Emmanuel Faith, HR Manager and Team Lead at Africhange, and Lead Consultant at HR Clinic.Emmanuel shares his journey from studying Economics at Obafemi Awolowo University to building a purposeful career in Human Resources, mentoring young professionals, and advising startups on people, culture, and leadership.We explore what it truly takes to build strong cultures, find, hire, and retain great talent, and grow meaningful careers in Africa’s evolving startup ecosystem. The conversation also dives into th...
2025-12-1955 min
Amazing Exploits Podcast w/ Joshua OlaniyiHow Chef NahNah Turned Setbacks Into Success — Purpose, Grants & Growing a Food Brand in NigeriaFrom studying Marine Science at FUTA to becoming the CEO of Chef Nahnah Food & Confectioneries and Pastry Hub Africa, Nancy Amaku’s journey is a masterclass in purpose, resilience, and faith.In this episode, she shares how a simple COVID experiment grew into a thriving food brand, how she rebuilt after her bakery was demolished, and why she continues to empower women through The Lady’s Lord Empowerment Initiative.We discuss navigating setbacks, building a digital presence, finding direction during challenging times, and practical ways to secure grants or rais...
2025-12-121h 04
Amazing Exploits Podcast w/ Joshua OlaniyiFrom FUTA to Fashion: A Decade Building a Bespoke Men’s Brand with Olanrewaju AkinsikuJoin me on this Amazing Exploits episode as we sit down with Olanrewaju Akinsiku, founder and creative director of Sevunteen Tailored, a leading bespoke men’s brand in Nigeria. From studying Project Management at FUTA to spending a decade building a name in menswear, Olanrewaju shares his journey of craft, mindset, and entrepreneurship.In this episode, you’ll hear about:How early challenges shaped his path into fashion.The philosophy behind meticulous craftsmanship and quality.Lessons for aspiring designers looking to build a brand in Nigeria.Insights on growing a business and leaving a le...
2025-12-0540 min
Amazing Exploits Podcast w/ Joshua OlaniyiThe Power of Problem-Obsessed Creators: Products, Culture & Community with Tunde OgunkunleWhat separates creators who build meaningful impact from the rest? It’s the obsession with finding problems worth solving.In this episode, I speak with Tunde Ogunkunle — founder and CEO of Dropp, founder of Nbari Kingdom, architect, and educator, about how culture, identity, and community shape creativity and innovation in Africa.We dive into:Why problem obsession is the ultimate superpower for creators and entrepreneurs.How architecture and design thinking shape critical skills for creatives.Building Dropp: solving real problems in the African food industry.Nbari Kingdom: fostering community, talent, and cult...
2025-11-291h 12
Amazing Exploits Podcast w/ Joshua OlaniyiDo the Hard Things: How a Senior PM Builds Fintech That Scales Across AfricaIn this episode of Amazing Exploits, I sit with Tobi Adara —Senior Product Manager at Vesicash and Co-founder of Terntribe—to unpack what it really takes to build fintech products that scale across Africa, thrive under pressure, and embrace the mindset of doing hard things.We explore the chaos of African fintech, the realities of product-market fit, expanding into multiple markets, and why open source and community building matter more than ever.Whether you’re a product manager, designer, developer, early founder, or student, this conversation gives you the clarity, frameworks, and mindse...
2025-11-211h 03
Amazing Exploits Podcast w/ Joshua OlaniyiFailure Is Part of the Journey: Tunde Osinowo on Leadership, Faith & Continuous ImprovementIn this episode, I sit with Tunde Osinowo, a Continuous Improvement Specialist at FrieslandCampina, to unpack the mindset behind growth, leadership, and real change.Tunde shares why failure is part of the journey, how he helps teams embrace improvement using the Unfreeze–Change–Refreeze framework, and what it takes to lead in Nigeria’s tough manufacturing environment. He also shared how giving his life to Christ transformed his approach to work and leadership.A focused, inspiring conversation for young professionals, engineers, leaders, and anyone committed to growth.
2025-11-1449 min
Amazing Exploits Podcast w/ Joshua OlaniyiDumebi Iwuchukwu: From Radiography to Redefining Design in AfricaHe studied Radiography but now leads Design and Data Visualization at Stears, Africa’s leading financial data company.In this episode, Dumebi Iwuchukwu shares how curiosity, creativity, and mentorship helped him pivot from the medical field to shaping how Africa sees data today. We talk about leadership, design culture at Stears, and practical advice for designers feeling stuck or overlooked.🎧 Tune in and be inspired to redefine your own path.Follow Amazing Exploits for more stories of people doing work that makes a difference.
2025-11-071h 08
Amazing Exploits Podcast w/ Joshua OlaniyiHow to Build Brands People Trust — Clarity in Every StoryIn this episode of Amazing Exploits, Branding & Communications Lead Opeyemi Olugbemiro shares how clarity transforms storytelling, and why trust is every brand’s real advantage.From shaping brands like Nomba, Afriex, Parkway, and YouVerify, Opeyemi reveals how to: ✅ Build trust through clarity ✅ Tell stories that truly connect ✅ Communicate your message so people believe, not just buyIf you’re building a brand, scaling a startup, or trying to make people care about your story, this conversation will sharpen your clarity and deepen your impact.
2025-10-311h 09
Amazing Exploits Podcast w/ Joshua OlaniyiStop Selling. Start Connecting: Marketing That Makes Customers Come to YouMarketing isn’t about pushing products — it’s about creating curiosity and connection. In this episode of Amazing Exploits, Jimi Gibson, VP of Brand Communication at Thrive Agency and former magician, shares how brands can win attention and trust in a world that’s tired of being sold to. He breaks down what makes messages resonate, how curiosity leads to conversion, and the mindset shift founders need to reach customers in the U.S. or anywhere in the world. If you’re building a startup, personal brand, or business with globa...
2025-10-2446 min
Amazing Exploits Podcast w/ Joshua OlaniyiVictor Fatanmi: The Simplest Way to Tell Great Stories | A Decade of Design, Innovation & BuildingVictor Fatanmi, Co-founder of FourthCanvas and Fullgap, reflects on a decade of design, innovation, and building brands that make a difference. From dropping out of university to leading one of the continent’s top design agencies, Victor talks about courage, creativity, and the art of telling stories that move people. He also shares simple, practical ways anyone can start telling better stories today.
2025-10-181h 15
Amazing Exploits Podcast w/ Joshua OlaniyiDesigning a Fulfilling Career — Craft, AI & Life Beyond the ScreenWhat does it take to build a creative career that’s not only successful, but deeply fulfilling?In this episode of Amazing Exploits, Samuel Irinyemi, a Senior Product Designer who discovered design as a way to cope after losing his dad at a young age, shares his remarkable journey from studying Human Anatomy to building a career that blends creativity, purpose, and balance.He reveals practical lessons on mastering your craft, integrating AI into your workflow, staying visible in a fast-changing industry, and finding meaning beyond the screen. Samuel al...
2025-10-1049 min
Amazing Exploits Podcast w/ Joshua OlaniyiThe Stories That Changed Me — And Why You Should Share YoursIn this Season 1 finale of Amazing Exploits with Joshua Olaniyi, I share the deep “why” behind this podcast — and why your voice and your story matter more than you think.I reflect on three powerful stories that shaped my mindset, including two shared by Fela Durotoye and one from Founder’s Connect with Peace Itimi. These stories stirred something in me… and pushed me to start this show.This episode is a love letter to young African creators: to encourage you, affirm you, and remind you that you don’t need to be perfect t...
2025-06-1906 min
Amazing Exploits Podcast w/ Joshua OlaniyiHow I Started My Podcast: A Beginner’s Guide to Launching from ScratchThinking about starting a podcast but not sure where to begin? In this episode of Amazing Exploits with Joshua Olaniyi, I take you behind the scenes of how I started my podcast, with zero prior experience.You’ll learn:How to choose the right name for your podcastThe essential equipment you need (and what it costs to rent)What to expect during post-productionHow to distribute your podcast across multiple platformsWhy working with a media company like Anverket can take the stress of...
2025-06-1213 min
Amazing Exploits Podcast w/ Joshua OlaniyiFrom ₦20k to Millions: How Bayomi Built Influence Through Content & Tech StorytellingIn May 2023, Bayomi posted a 60-second video about Nomba’s raise. Just him, a phone, and a story. That single moment kickstarted a content journey that now sees him earning millions in brand deals, amplifying African startups, and influencing the tech space like never before.In this episode, we talk about:Going from ₦20k to millions as a creatorWhy posting 3 videos a day changed everythingStorytelling advice for startup foundersAI tools creators should actually be usingThe state of Nigeria’s tech ecosystemNavigating the tension between regulators and innovationTop 5 startups to watch in the next 5 years
2025-06-051h 04
Amazing Exploits Podcast w/ Joshua OlaniyiGod, Growth & the Grind with Fowotade Segun: Faith, Purpose & the HR JourneyWhat does it take to grow in your career without losing your faith, identity, or direction?In this episode of Amazing Exploits, I sit with Fowotade Segun, a senior HR professional whose journey started as an executive assistant to a chef and evolved into a purposeful career in Talent Acquisition and HR Leadership.We talk about:Serving God while pursuing academic and career excellenceTransitioning from EA to HR leadershipThe real mindset and strategy for career growth in HRLiving a wholesome, faith-driven life in a noisy worldServing with impact during NYSC as...
2025-05-301h 21
Amazing Exploits Podcast w/ Joshua OlaniyiThe Developer’s Mindset: Culture, AI & Building Beyond Fintech — with Peter OduntanWhat does thinking like a great software engineer mean — and why should founders care?In this episode, I’m joined by Peter Oduntan, a software developer who pivoted from design into engineering and builds cool products.We explore:How Peter made the leap from design to code — and why it workedThe economic pressure that’s turning every startup into a fintech productWhat separates senior engineers from junior ones (and how to grow faster)Key advice for founders hiring their first developer or building a tech teamThe role of AI in sh...
2025-05-2255 min
Amazing Exploits Podcast w/ Joshua OlaniyiContent, Strategy & Storytelling That Builds Careers and BrandsJoin us as we talk with Blessing Onyelobi, Brand Manager, Storytelling at Sterling Bank, about how content creation, strategy, and storytelling can build both careers and brands.Blessing shares her journey from content creator to leading storytelling for one of Nigeria’s top banks. We discuss practical insights on developing effective content strategies, the power of storytelling in brand growth, and key trends shaping the digital landscape in 2025.Whether you’re a content creator, marketer, or aspiring brand strategist, this episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiration to help you grow your career and make...
2025-05-1542 min
Amazing Exploits Podcast w/ Joshua OlaniyiCreative Freedom, AI, and Getting Paid: Ife Aminu on Thriving as a Nigerian DesignerIn this episode of Amazing Exploits, illustrator and brand designer Ife Aminu shares what it takes to grow, stay curious, and thrive as a creative in Nigeria today.We discuss:How she improves her craft and advice for emerging creatives.Struggles with getting paid and working with international clients.Whether Nigeria has a unique visual identity that we can proudly export.The value placed on African designers in the global industry.AI, copyright, and why artists need protection and regulation.What startup founders and...
2025-05-0857 min
Amazing Exploits Podcast w/ Joshua OlaniyiHow to Grow on LinkedIn: Strategy, Purpose & Content That ConvertsGoodyking, a LinkedIn Content Coach, Personal Brand & Social Media Content Strategist, shares how she left medical school to help professionals and founders grow with purpose-driven content. We dive into LinkedIn growth strategies, content that converts, building a personal brand, and balancing faith, purpose, and business. A must-listen for anyone looking to grow with authenticity online.
2025-05-0159 min
Amazing Exploits Podcast w/ Joshua OlaniyiRunning Ads & Growing a Career: Marketing Tips Every Business Owner Should KnowIn this episode, Victor Kolade-Ige, a seasoned growth marketer and founder of DivMedia, shares his journey from studying Geology to becoming an expert in digital marketing and ads, and offers valuable insights for business owners and aspiring marketers alike.We dive into:- Digital Marketing Myths: Common misconceptions about running ads and how to avoid costly mistakes.- Tips for Business Owners: Proven strategies for running ads that increase visibility and drive sales.- Career Growth: Victor’s journey of pivoting careers, building a brand, and thriving in the marketing industry.- Faith in Business: How faith has influenced Vi...
2025-04-2446 min
Amazing Exploits Podcast w/ Joshua OlaniyiDesign, Grit & God: Eben’s Journey from Idea to ImpactHow do you grow as a designer, build startups without code, and stay grounded in faith? Eben’s journey shows it’s possible.We unpack:* How to start and grow in UI/UX design?* Leading with vision as a non-technical cofounder.* The underrated role of service in discovering purpose.* Balancing faith, work, and creativity.* The real impact of AI on the future of design. If you’re a creative, faith-driven builder trying to navigate your journey, this one’s for you.
2025-04-1753 min
Amazing Exploits Podcast w/ Joshua OlaniyiFaith-Fueled Success: Leading with Purpose and Excellence in the MarketplaceIn this episode, I speak with a senior manager about leadership, purpose, and how faith fuels real success in the marketplace.This is for you if you're building your career and don’t want to lose your values.
2025-04-1056 min
Amazing Exploits Podcast w/ Joshua OlaniyiFriendships, Survival & Physiotherapy with Damilola OlatunjiIn this episode, I sit down with my friend Damilola to dive into some thought-provoking topics — friendships, survival, and physiotherapy. We explore the dynamics of meaningful relationships, the challenges of navigating life’s struggles, and the powerful role physiotherapy plays in recovery and well-being. Tune in for an engaging conversation that will leave you reflecting on personal connections, resilience, and health.
2025-04-0246 min