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Baobab and BeakersEpisode 7: Leveraging Data for National Development: The Data Science Nigeria Story with Dr. Olubayo AdekanmbiFor this months episode I spoke with Dr. Olubayo Adekanmbi, founder and CEO of Data Science Nigeria and Co-founder of EqualyzAI. We spoke about the role his childhood adventures and curiosity-driven experiements played in his path to becoming a researcher, the realization that led to the creation of Data Science Nigeria - an organization dedicated to democratising access to AI and data science education to develop talent that will drive innovation across Africa and the world at large. Our conversation explores the importance of a Nigerian-centric data science ecosystem and the collaborative efforts needed to drive socioeconomic d...
2025-11-151h 02
Baobab and BeakersEpisode 6: All Theory No Practical?: The Academia in Nigeria Story with Prof. Taofikat AdesaluIn this episode, I speak with Professor Taofikat Adesalu, a professor of Botany in Algal Ecology and Limnology at the University of Lagos. We spoke about her childhood desire to study medicine and her transition to Botany. It started as a change of course form but was solidified one afternoon after looking at water samples from the Niger Delta under a microscope as an undergraduate student. Our conversation highlights the infrastructure and funding gaps hindering academic research in Nigeria, the importance of public engagement in research and policy development, as well as the importance of professionals giving back to...
2025-10-181h 30
Baobab and BeakersEpisode 5: Environmental Stewardship in Nigeria: The Greenfingers Wildlife Conservation Initiative Story with Chinedu MogboIn this episode, I speak with Chinedu Mogbo, founder of Greenfingers Wildlife Conservation Initiative, about his journey from a childhood fascination with animals to establishing a wildlife sanctuary in Nigeria. We discuss the challenges he faced in transitioning to conservation, the current state of wildlife protection in Nigeria, and the importance of educating the younger generation about environmental stewardship. He highlights the critical roles that various species play in maintaining ecological balance and the urgent need for community engagement in conservation efforts. We also talk about the work Greenfingers is doing from rescuing wildlife like sea turtles, p...
2025-09-201h 15
Baobab and BeakersEpisode 4: Unearthing Heritage - Where Science meets Art: The MOWAA Story with Ore DisuIn this episode, I speak with Ore Disu, the director of the Institute at the Museum of West African Art (MOWAA) located in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. We discuss Ore's journey from her childhood in Lagos to her career in architecture and urban development, and ultimately to her role in museum management. Ore shares insights on the importance of cultural institutions in Africa, the challenges faced in establishing MOWAA, and the innovative approaches being taken to engage the community and preserve heritage. The conversation highlights the intersection of art, science, and storytelling, and the need for a collaborative...
2025-08-161h 19
Baobab and BeakersEpisode 3: From Curiosity to Community: The Space Bar Africa Story with Daniel ObiokekeIn this episode, I speak with Daniel Obiokeke, co-founder of Space Bar Africa. Alongside Segun Ojelade and Ema Odia, he is dedicated to making telescopes and astronomy accessible in Africa; starting with Nigeria. We discuss experiences that sparked his interest in the night sky and those that prompted the creation of Space Bar, and we discuss some of the gaps that exist in the Nigerian Space research and exploration context as well as Space Bars attempts at closing them. We also talked about their NASA Space Apps challenge, which in 2025 will be happening on the 4th and 5th of...
2025-07-191h 32
Baobab and BeakersEpisode 2: Innovation in Education: The STEM METS Story with Jadesola AdedejiIn this episode, I speak with Jadesola Adedeji, a social impact entrepreneur dedicated to transforming education in Nigeria through innovative STEM programs. We discuss her childhood experiences that shaped her interest in STEM, her journey from the pharmaceutical industry to education, and the founding of STEM METS, a social enterprise focused on bridging the skills gap in the Nigerian education system. This conversation emphasizes the importance of experiential learning and the need for foundational education reforms to prepare children for the future and explores the importance of early childhood education in STEM, the challenges of social innovation...
2025-06-211h 28
Baobab and BeakersEpisode 1: The State of STEM in Nigeria SurveyWelcome to the first episode of Baobab and Beakers, In this episode, I review the results from the State of STEM in Nigeria Survey I conducted in January of 2024 and give an introduction to this first volume of Baobab and Beakers - an encyclopedic approach that aims to understand who and what makes up the landscape of STEM in Nigeria through conversations with STEM professionals and enthusiasts that I consider stakeholders of this landscape. Every third Saturday of the month, I will be uploading a conversation with a stakeholder and in it I hope to learn about t...
2025-06-1437 min
Baobab and BeakersIntroducing Baobab and BeakersThis first volume is an encyclopedic approach that aims to understand who and what makes up the landscape of STEM in Nigeria through conversations with STEM professionals and enthusiasts that I consider stakeholders of this landscape. Every third Saturday of the month, I will be uploading a conversation with a stakeholder and in it I hope to learn about the realities and possibilities of STEM in Nigeria through their stories and perspectives. Don't forget to follow on Instagram @baobabandbeakerspod Bye for now!-Ore
2025-06-1300 min
NHS England Workforce, Training and EducationEpisode 9 – Teleclinics in secondary care: How do we supervise trainees?Planning & Production Credits: Victoria Twigg (Lead), Sarah Siddiqui & Jane Gardner-Florence
The COVID-19 pandemic has seen the NHS embrace the use of tele-medicine as a way to continue to provide high-quality patient care whilst maintaining social distancing. As we enter the recovery phase it is likely to continue to be used as the key modality for conducting outpatient work. In addition to the benefits of infection prevention, telemedicine has a host of other advantages for patients and the health service but does bring challenges to the clinician and, in particular, to supervision and the trainee-trainer relationship. In this...
2020-09-0236 min
NHS England Workforce, Training and EducationEpisode 8 - Career planning during uncertaintyPlanning & Production Credits: Jon Fairey, Oluseyi Adesalu, Victoria Twigg, Katharine Hankins, Sarah Siddiqui & Jane Gardner-Florence
Medics often face uncertainty regarding their career journey; whether it be deciding on speciality, taking time out of training, questioning career decisions, or navigating exams and ARCPs.
However, during the COVID-19 pandemic this uncertainty has been multiplied, leaving trainees unsure about progression, exams, speciality choice and their professional identity. In this podcast, we are in conversation with PSU senior career adviser Jon Fairey, GP Naureen Bhatti and HEE Differential Attainment Fellow Seyi Adesalu, who reflect on their experience of managing ca...
2020-07-2934 min
Just Minding My BusinessChallenges and AnswersJoin us for a collaboration with Berlette Adesalu who is a veteran when it comes to psychology and education. We talk about the challenges and the answers
2018-09-0751 min
Just Minding My BusinessCharese Adesalu 2018 Tax Changes2018 will be here before you know it. Join Charese Adesalu, CPA and begin to learn about the IRS changes that will affect you.
2018-03-3031 min
Just Minding My BusinessCharese Adesula - 2017 Tax Deduction ReviewCharese Adesalu has over 20 years in the financial industry. Join us for an overview of 2017 Tax Deductions available to you.
2018-03-1534 min