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The Authentic Man Podcast with David ChambersEP218: Still That Bullied Boy? How Childhood Shame Shapes Modern MenHow does childhood bullying shape the men we become? In this powerful conversation with author Dami Edun, we explore masculinity, identity, shame, and the inner child work every modern man needs to hear. Dami Edun is a British-Nigerian author, rapper, and podcaster who weaves compelling narratives across fiction, music, and conversation. His debut novel, Ogaman: The Birth of a New King, is a gripping fusion of superhero fiction and dystopian realism, set in a futuristic London infused with Yorùbá mythology. The novel explores the blurred lines between good and evil, power and sacrifice, and the...2025-04-091h 13

The Garden of Edun PodcastE34 - She helps MEN to PICKUP women on the STREET?? (with Virag Tierra, Executive Dating Coach from The Natural Lifestyles)I know it's been a long while my Growth Gang... but we're back with another special episode this week! We welcome Virag Tierra to the podcast, who is an executive dating coach for one of the world's largest male dating companies in The Natural Lifestyles. We discussed: 🤦🏼‍♀️ - Dealing with negative comments about her authority to teach men about dating 🛣 - Her journey from being a social introvert into an executive coach 😍 - What men can work on to become more attractive to the ladies 🆚 - If there is a romantic disconnection between men & women in the world today... If you enjoyed this episode of...2022-12-301h 58

The Garden of Edun Podcast#033 - "She built a MANSION by selling KOLA NUTS!" with Miss Mojo (Entrepreneur, Lecturer and Author)I literally couldn't do ANY of this without this woman's existence! We welcome Miss Mojo aka 'mum to the greatest human on the planet 🌍' on the podcast this week! Mum (if you ain't figured that out already...) is an entrepreneur, university lecturer, qualified account and 2x book author, with her most recent release "Timewaster's Guide to Time Management" OUT NOW 👇🏿 We discussed: 🔥 - The inspiration that lit her entrepreneurial fire 👩‍👦‍👦 - Juggling business ownership with being a single parent of 2 kids ⤴️ - How she transitioned from business to academia 📖 - Her unorthodox writing process for finishing & publishing her 2 books Click here for the Unleash Your...2022-06-151h 13

The Garden of Edun Podcast#032 - "Choosing the WRONG co-founder can KILL your business!" with Peju Odanye (Serial Entrepreneur and Author)We welcome Peju Odanye on this week's podcast. She is an entrepreneur, founder of Symmetry Beauty, co-founder of Evented Ltd and author of the wedding planning book "Journey to Forever". We discussed: 🌱 - Her humble beginnings in entrepreneurship ❤️‍🔥 - How PASSION saved her business 🔑 - The keys to a revenue-generating business 🤝 - How to find the right co-founder for YOU If you enjoyed this episode of the Garden of Edun podcast and thought it brought you value, send me a message @damiedun on Instagram to let me know exactly what you l...2022-04-281h 17

The Garden of Edun Podcast#031 - "A RICH or ATTRACTIVE partner won't fulfil you!" with David Chambers (Dating & Intimacy Coach)On this week's podcast, we welcome David Chambers. He is a Dating & Intimacy coach running 'The Authentic Man' platform, where his content, podcast and coaching he offers advice on Relationships, Dating, Masculinity and Self-Awareness to help empower predominantly men to create conscious relationships. We discussed: 🤥 - The MYTH of the high-value man 🙏🏿 - The healthy routes to access & empower your masculinity 💔 - Why 'rich' or 'attractive' aren't suitable criteria for finding a partner 📱 - Tips on how to increase your online dating success If you enjoyed this episode of the Garde...2022-03-231h 35

The Garden of Edun Podcast#030 - "Does football REALLY care about RACISM???" with Stephen (Beyond the Hashtag)On this week's episode of the podcast, we welcome Stephen Adubofour. He owns & hosts the platform 'Beyond the Hashtag' which aims to encourage discussion and solutions to tackle discrimination within the game of football, focusing primarily on racism in the sport. We talked about: 🗽 - Becoming a torchbearer around the sensitive, highly-emotive topic of racism 😲 - Shocking stories of racism within football not covered by the mainstream media 🗞 - How news coverage of black players, coaches and tournaments has a racist agenda 🐈 - Questioning why the backlash for Kurt Zouma was viewed as 'wo...2022-03-101h 32

The Garden of Edun Podcast#029 - "Humanity could be DOOMED by new tech advancements!" with Jacob Ssendagire (AR/VR Gaming Specialist/Developer)Ooof! This week's episode was a special one... we welcomed Game Developer and AR/VR Specialist Jacob Ssendagire to chat about all things tech, gaming and humanity in what was a thought-provoking, terrifying and eye-opening episode! We discussed: 👨🏿‍💻 - How learning about coding & developing changed his whole outlook on life 🕹 - How AR & VR will change how humans interact with the digital world forever 🤖 - The threat new technological developments pose to the future generations of humanity 🧠 - Whether Neuralink is the answer to put human intelligence on par with A...2022-02-171h 54

The Garden of Edun Podcast#028 - "EDGAR DAVIDS taught me how IDOLS become VILLAINS!" with Dominic Okus (Detailed On Mic host)Dominic Okus joins us on this week's episode of the Garden of Edun podcast. He is the founder and co-host of the Detailed On Mic podcast, which has a community of over 1K subscribers and features episodes with important figures in the UK urban football/music scene such as Medy Elito aka Don EE, Scorcher and Terminator. We discussed: 🎙 - Why & how Dom started his podcast Detailed On Mic 🔨 - The challenges he has to overcome to continuously build the podcast to 60+ episodes ⚽️ - The most eye-openin...2022-02-021h 18

The Garden of Edun Podcast#027 - "You'll get INJURED badly if you don't have FAITH in your skating!" with Liam Courtney (Skateboarder and Content Creator)The first new Garden of Edun podcast of 2022 welcomes skateboarder and content creator Liam Courtney! He has been in the skateboarding industry for almost 2 DECADES, having skated across various locations across the UK, as well as offering his valuable skills and experience as a qualified coach for Evolution Skateboard Tuition. He also has a YouTube channel where he shares his skateboarding highlights and insights from his own personal development and self-reflection. We discussed: 🛹 - How Liam developed his skateboarding skills and hope he's had to change his way of learning during his 18 year...2022-01-181h 19

The Garden of Edun Podcast#026 - "You're gonna be SHIT at the start 😅" 10 Things I Wish I Knew BEFORE Podcasting with the host, Dami EdunMerry Christmas and a Happy New Year to everyone listening whilst on their festive break 🎅🏿 A lot of people will be preparing their New Year's resolutions for 2022 🎇 with some thinking about building an exercise routine 🏋️‍♂️, some might want to read more books 📚 and for some, you may want to start podcasting! 🎙 For those people, or for anybody that's curious about the nuances of starting a podcast, I list off 10 things I wish I knew before I started 📝 and what could help you at the beginning of your podcasting journey 💪🏿 Chapters: 02:33 - 1. YOU'RE GONNA BE SHIT W...2021-12-3029 min

The Garden of Edun Podcast#025 - "EVERYONE will JUDGE you anyway, so do what makes you HAPPY!" with Lizzie Romain (Radio Host & Producer for Hayes FM)This week we have Lizzie Romain joining the podcast. She is a radio presenter & producer for Hayes FM 91.8, Newsreader for Radio Cardiff and finished top 5 in the Radio Star 2021 Awards! We discussed: 📻 - Her journey through the radio industry 🎵 - The adventure to find the next BIG new music acts across London 🗣 - Dealing with feedback and criticism from industry professionals 🛣 - How to find your own lane to express your creativity in an authentic way If you enjoyed this episo...2021-12-141h 26 $Let\'s Talk... | The Nick Dabs Show$ Let's Talk... | The Nick Dabs ShowS2 | E1 : Lets Talk... About the UK Scene | The ND ShowThe first episode back from the return (and subsequent rebrand of the podcast) is featuring Dami Edun (@damiedun on IG). We talk about writing a book, music (specifically the UK rap scene) and boxing, the reactions to the recent megafights involving British boxers Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury. Run this shit up & enjoy. Links - @damiedun on IG - DMSTR - Dondurma riddim (Dami's tune) : https://youtu.be/VMq6cKlRcxA https://youtu.be/VMq6cKlRcxA 2021-12-0148 min

The Garden of Edun Podcast#024 - "I escaped HOMELESSNESS by CHANGING how I spoke to MYSELF..." with Chian Reynolds (Host of Grilling Show and Content Creator)Chian Reynolds joins us on this week's episode of the podcast, and it's a belter! She is the host of the popular YouTube show Grilling, a YouTuber discussing conscious conversations with a range of guests on her own channel and the leader of the intentional community built on her Instagram page 'The Conscious Hypocrite'. ***DISCLAIMER: For legal reasons, we couldn't discuss the Grilling Show in-depth*** We discussed: 📹 - First becoming a content creator through discussing feminism ☯️ - How she pivoted into becoming 'The Conscious Hy...2021-11-301h 38

The Garden of Edun Podcast#023 - "When I got SECTIONED the 3rd time, my doctor gave me a LIFELINE!" with Shocka (Musician, Ted Talk Speaker and Mental Health Advocate)The first guest on the podcast with a Wikipedia page, Ted Talk and Fire in the Booth with Charlie Sloth! None other than Shocka! He is a musician, a public speaker and mental health advocate. And a very well known person within his community of Broadwater Farm Estate/Tottenham and the UK Urban music scene! We discussed: 🎵 - How he got into the music game and getting signed to a label with his group Marvell 🧠 - His battles with depression, being sectioned 3 times and the steps he took to m...2021-11-161h 45

The Garden of Edun Podcast#022 - "I find SEX & DATING so FUNNY!" (with Katerina Robinson, Actress and Stand-up Comedian)Our guest on the show this week is Katerina Robinson, who is an actor, a stand-up comedian and the co-creator and star of the recently successful live show 'The Whoreing Twenties'. She's also been described by The Evening Standard as London's answer to Samantha Jones from Sex in the City! We discussed: 🎭☯️ - The good and bad elements of the acting industry. 🍆🍑 - What it's like having sexual themes in her work as a woman in the arts industry. 🎬 - Self-directing shows like 'Lads' to take regain creat...2021-11-021h 20

The Garden of Edun Podcast#021 - Did Tea with GARYVEE transform Dustin's LIFE??!! (with Dustin Lee, Team GaryVee Videographer)We welcomed Dustin Lee on this week's episode. He is a Content Producer & Videographer for Team GaryVee — run by the famous entrepreneur, public speaker and marketing genius GaryVee! Dustin is also a content creator in the worlds of BMX biking and Muay Thai fighting. We discussed: 📹 - Where his passion for videography emerged from. 🎲 - How the opportunity to work with Gary Vaynerchuk came by CHANCE. 📝 - His TIPS for content creators after learning from the BEST in the game in GaryVee. 🔥 - How to assess whether you're making FIRE content for y...2021-10-191h 32

The Garden of Edun Podcast#020 - "He LOST HIS LEG in an F1 CRASH and his POSITIVITY was INSPIRING!" (with Lucy Norris)***Apologies in advance for the audio being choppy this week. Tried my best to remove the sounds. Hope you still get value from the episode!*** On this week's podcast, we welcomed Lucy Norris, who is a journalist, blogger, content creator, and the host of the What It's Like podcast — where she talks to successful people including entrepreneurs, athletes, writers, musicians and many more! We discussed: 🗞❤️ - Where her passion for journalism came from 🎓 - The best lessons she's learnt from the 100+ guests on her What It's Like podcast 💪🏻💯 - How s...2021-10-051h 20

The Garden of Edun Podcast#019 - "KEVIN HART inspired me to BECOME the UK VERSION of him!" (with Michael Akadiri)We welcomed Michael Akadiri to the podcast this week. He is a medical doctor by day, and a stand-up comedian by night! We discussed: 😂 🆚 🤣 The difference between being a funny guy and being a professional comedian 👨🏿‍⚕️ Balancing work as a medical doctor and being a stand-up comedian 🎤 The brutal training ground that is Open Mic Comedy Nights! 🗣 How he deals with hecklers, criticism and opinions from media outlets 🖼 His vision for the future in the comedy industry If you enjoyed this episode of the Garden...2021-09-211h 29

The Garden of Edun Podcast#018 - How to LOVE ISLANDERS become SUCCESSFUL 👀 (with Tom Grant)In this week's episode, we welcome a special guest in Tom Grant, who is a solicitor for Fletcher Sports Law advising professional athletes (football, boxing, golf etc), reality TV stars and social media influencers. We spoke about: 🚶🏻‍♂️ His journey to becoming a lawyer in the sports & media industry 🏝 How he inadvertently became a solicitor for Love Island contestants and other social media influencers 🤑 How to social media influencers can maximise their financial opportunities ❤️‍🔥 How to avoid getting burnt in commercial deals ⚽️ His experience working with top football players and c...2021-09-071h 28

The Garden of Edun Podcast#017 - "When I got the ENGLAND team call up, I was GASSED!" (with Eugene Amo-Dadzie)This week, we welcome an England INTERNATIONAL sprinter on the podcast - Eugene Amo-Dadzie! He is a track & field athlete, balancing this with working full-time as a Chartered Accountant, being husband & father. We talked about where his passion to start pursuing a career in athletics came from, his mindset behind the rapid progress he's been making in the sport and his mixed feelings of JUST missing out on the Olympics' squad while still claiming a silver medal in the 2021 British Athletics Championships 100m final. If you enjoyed this episode of the Garden of Edun podcast and thought...2021-07-051h 42

The Garden of Edun Podcast#016 - "I used to think I'm on KENDRICK'S level... until my 1st STUDIO sesh!" (with Senxe)This week's episode is a real BLOCKBUSTER so grab some popcorn and get comfortable! We welcomed Senxe on the podcast. He is a musician, a writer and a crypto-badman from Croydon, South London. In this 2-hour special, we discussed his journey within music and songwriting, how his first studio session was a massive reality check and how NFTs can change the music landscape. We also talked about learning about the power of the mind when pursuing lofty dreams and how beginning to find the keys to his deeper self will inevitably come out in the music. If...2021-06-212h 19

The Garden of Edun Podcast#015 - "My fitness content is the REAL me, but not my OnlyFans..." (with Jade Carvalho)This week's episode features Jade Carvalho - who is a personal trainer, fitness Instagram blogger and OnlyFans creator. Some of the things we discussed included blowing up to 100K+ followers on TikTok, why she believes 'motivation' doesn't exist, how she pivoted her training work during the pandemic and her experience of being an OnlyFans creator. If you enjoyed this episode of the Garden of Edun podcast and thought it brought you value, send me a message @damiedun on Instagram to let me know exactly what you liked – interaction with listeners is always welcome 🙌🏿2021-06-141h 32

The Garden of Edun Podcast#014 - "What's stopping YOU from starting RIGHT NOW?" (with Byron: Founder of BLCKPRNT MEDIA)Byron Grant is our special guest on this week's podcast. Not only is he a close friend of mine – he is a writer, podcaster and content creator – mainly now as the founder of BLCKPRNT MEDIA. In this episode, we discussed his blogging days as 'The Controversial One' and how he used the platform to reflect his thoughts and experiences (even touching on some uncomfortable subjects), creating the BLCKPRNT MEDIA news organisation, the journey of growing & managing the platform and what he sees for BLCKPRNT in the future. If you enjoyed this episode of the Gard...2021-06-071h 25

The Garden of Edun Podcast#013 - "Being an Actor TOOK OVER my identity!" (with Maisie Barlow)In this week's episode of the podcast, Maisie Barlow – an actress, poet and coach within the arts – joined us to chat about her journey through the acting industry, winning awards on a groundbreaking show during the Edinburgh and Brighton Fringe Festivals and how her relationship with the arts has changed with time and perspective. If you enjoyed this episode of the Garden of Edun podcast and thought it brought you value, send me a message @damiedun on Instagram to let me know exactly what you liked – interaction with listeners is always welcome 🙌🏿2021-05-311h 37

The Garden of Edun Podcast#012 - "I think about NOTHING when I paint" (with Mahogano Studios)On today's episode of the podcast, we welcome Mahogani, who is an artist and painter. We talk about her experience on GaryVee's Tea With Gary Vee show where she WOWED the viewers with her humour, energy and enthusiasm (me included!), becoming a professional artist and how she's managed the challenges of balancing being a single mother with painting and building a social media community. If you enjoyed the podcast and thought it brought you value, you can check out the full Youtube videos on The Garden of Edun channel or the Instagram page @gardenofedun...2021-04-191h 19

The Garden of Edun Podcast#011 - "My toxic housemates forced me to join the gym!" (with Tumi Edun)Welcome to an *EDUN SPECIAL* on the podcast this week. Tumi – a fitness, health and nutrition content creator – is our guest this week as she sits down to have a live conversation with her brother! We talk about the variety of diets she's tried and which ones offer the best ROI, her unorthodox route into becoming a regular gym-goer, and how she's managed the challenges of creating content in the competitive fitness industry. If you enjoyed the podcast and thought it brought you value, you can check out the full Youtube videos on The Garden of Edun channe...2021-03-141h 26

The Garden of Edun Podcast#010 - ''The size of the Star Wars set was overwhelming!" (with Akshay Kumar)On this week's episode of the Garden of Edun podcast, we welcome actor, model and writer Akshay Kumar; who has starred in many projects including Star Wars, The CW's Pandora and The Indian Detective. We talk about the journey of becoming an actor, the experience of going to acting school, what it's like to meet acting idols like Russell Peters and Aml Ameen, and what Akshay's end goal with acting is. If you enjoyed the podcast and thought it brought you value, you can check out the full Youtube videos on The Garden of...2021-03-031h 52

The Garden of Edun Podcast#009 - The Acting Journey, Facing Criticism and Working with Ghetts! (with Yode Akinwande)Yode Akinwande (@yodeakinwande), an Actor and Model, joins us on the Garden of Edun podcast this week. We talk about his motivations for becoming an actor, the challenges including racism/stereotyping prevalent throughout the industry when casting characters, facing judgement & criticism, and some of his exciting projects - including working with legends Ghetts, Devlin and Mercston! If you enjoyed the podcast and thought it brought you value, you can check out the Instagram page @gardenofedun_ for video snippets and to interact with your host ;)2021-01-171h 32 $Let\'s Talk... | The Nick Dabs Show$ Let's Talk... | The Nick Dabs ShowT.U.V - EP 29: UK rap scene & the power of music Ft. Dami EdunA great conversation comparing the UK rap scene & the North American rap scene. From different artists in the Uk & how they act differently as well. A GREAT EPSILON IF YOUR A RAP FAN. Also, we talk about the power of music & its effect on life. Be on the lookout for Dami’s book & EP that may come out with it! Check out his IG & podcast as well ( https://instagram.com/damiedun?igshid=1seao5bafgm6j )2020-11-091h 31

The Garden of Edun Podcast#008 - I Argued With My Mum LIVE on BBC Radio!!! (with BBC Click's Omar Mehtab)Welcome to the Garden of Edun podcast - where ideas grow! We welcome mainstream media on this week’s Garden of Edun podcast - Omar Mehtab (@omarmehtab), the Digital Producer for BBC Click (@bbcclick) jumps on to discuss his journey into the gaming and tech world. Omar discusses how after studying non-related subjects at university, he randomly stumbled upon the radio world through numerous appearances on BBC Asian Network and used his initiative to eventually become a seasoned member of the BBC Click team. We also discuss issues of representation within the BBC and mainstream med...2020-10-111h 23

The Garden of Edun Podcast#007 - All Black History Matters and Why Racism Is Good for Business?! (with Sam aka Hidden Pages)Welcome to the Garden of Edun podcast - where ideas grow! This week’s episode takes on a slightly different tone as we welcome Sam, the creator of Hidden Pages (@_hiddenpages), to discuss topics around the serious global issue of racism against those of African descent. We talk on the importance of including black people in everyday history, sparking the inspiration for Hidden Pages, why we’re just regular individuals like anyone else and the profitability of a racist, capitalist system. If you enjoyed the podcast and thought it brought you value, you can check out...2020-07-261h 56

The Garden of Edun Podcast#006 - Hustling in Property, Quick Maths and Strange Tenants! (with Faith Locken aka The Property Hustle)The Garden of Edun podcast is blessed this week by Faith Locken, the founder of The Property Hustle (@thepropertyhustle). She is a property investor and commercial surveyor. We discuss her journey of hustling within the property game, she breaks down the numbers of real-life real estate scenarios, and she tells us some stories of tenants who did rather strange things in her property! [N.B. this was recorded on the 2nd May 2020, so check out Faith’s page for the latest updates on the UK property market] If you enjoyed the podcast and thought it br...2020-07-191h 41

The Garden of Edun Podcast#005 - Serendipity, Mental Strength and How To Be Funny? (with Kristin Hutchison aka @kristinbeingkristin)We welcome Kristin (@kristinbeingkristin) on episode FIVE of the GOE podcast. She is a content creator, comedian, bartender and mother. We talk about being prepared to seize opportunities (particularly when you get on GaryVee's popular #TeaWithGaryVee show. We also discuss why having mental toughness is so important for the different stages of life, and how being she became a comedian funny PLUS MORE! If you enjoyed the podcast and thought it brought you value, you can check out the Instagram page @gardenofedun_ for video snippets and to interact with your host, Dami (@damiedun) 😉2020-05-2544 min

The Garden of Edun Podcast#004 - Singing at house parties, Uniqueness and How Art is the Gateway... (with Elizsabeth Music)On this week's GOE podcast, the presence of Elizsabeth (IG: @elizsabethmusic) blesses for episode four with your host Dami (@damiedun) – as we talk about her risky experience of laying down vocals at house parties, allow her unique flavour to shine instead of following the status quo and how exposure to art can change your life dramatically. If you enjoyed the podcast and thought it brought you value, you can check out the Instagram page @gardenofedun_ for video snippets and to interact with your host ;)2020-05-181h 24

The Garden of Edun Podcast#003 - Happiness, rollerblading and why Nobody matters (with Negendary aka Where's Nobody)On the third episode of GOE, Dami (@damiedun) welcomes an old friend Nneji aka Negendary aka Where's Nobody (IG: @wheresnobody) to the GOE podcast. We talk about how he dealt with the judgement of his hobbies using his own happiness, doing creative hobbies inc rollerblading whilst at uni and his infamous time on Snapchat which allowed him to transition to the transition interesting character Where's Nobody. If you enjoyed the podcast and thought it brought you value, you can check out the Instagram page @gardenofedun_ for video snippets and to interact with your host ;)2020-05-031h 32

The Garden of Edun Podcast#002 - YouTube, Veganism and Controversial DNA Tests?! (with Christina Sky)Welcome to the Garden of Edun podcast - where ideas grow! On the second episode of GOE, Christina Sky (Youtuber, videographer and gamer) joins us for a lively little Zoom session. We talk about her journey getting started on YouTube, making content around veganism and sugar free diets and staying truly authentic to your audience. Plus, a little story about how Christina's vide of a DNA test got a more than few people pissed off! If you enjoyed the podcast and thought it brought you value, you can check out the Instagram page @gar...2020-04-261h 12

The Garden of Edun Podcast#001 - Music, One-Hit Wonders and How To Make A Beat From TfL! (with Xylon Genesis)Welcome to the Garden of Edun podcast - where ideas grow! On the first episode of GOE, Dami (@damiedun) chats with Xylon Genesis (@xylongenesis) and we talk all things music, including discovering it was a passion and what he did to hone his craft - which may help you if you're interested in just getting started with your music journey. We also dip into the topic of music acts that have risen from obscurity using the most random tools you could think of! If you enjoyed the podcast and thought it brought you value, you c...2020-02-1756 min