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A Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 43Sunny is back with another episode speaking with current Secretary, Katherine Stotts a true reflection of what long-term mentorship and belief can accomplish.
2026-02-1142 min
Outside the Loop RADIOOTL #1,008: The history of Chicago dining, A new show from the Sideshow Villains, A Boy and His DreamMike Stephen talks to food journalist Mike Gebert about his new book that chronicles the history of Chicago dining, previews a Valentine's Day show from the Sideshow Villains with band leader Dante Ingram, and discusses the work of the local nonprofit A Boy and His Dream with founder Sunny Akhigbe.
2026-02-0745 minA Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 42: Part 2Sunny continues with Sonia Chand about her book, Dropped in a Maze, as well as her life on the Autism spectrum.
2025-11-1338 minA Boy and His DreamA Boys and His Dream Episode 42 : Part 1Sunny speaks with Sonia Chand about her book, Dropped in a Maze, as well as her life on the Autism spectrum.
2025-10-2924 minA Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 41Sunny speaks with Caden Vittorini on how he helps the youth with his program as well as his goals.
2025-09-1742 minA Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 40Sunny is back in an all new podcast setting! Today's episode, he speaks with his two children about the impact of having a father is like in their lives, and what he can do better as a present father.
2025-09-0441 minA Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 39Sunny speaks with Alan Stern on business. In a world of automation and algorithms, small businesses are fighting to stay seen, stay heard, and stay alive. When small businesses win, everybody wins.
2025-06-0953 minA Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 38Sunny is back with Dr. Patrica Blessman about the long term affects of recreational use of cannabis.
2025-05-1357 minA Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 37Sunny speaks with Katayoun Asrejadid, an honor student at UIC. Her story of overcoming obstacles as an immigrant in America is proof that nothing is impossible when you put your mind to it, have faith, stay determined, and surround yourself with great mentors.
2025-04-2142 minA Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 36Sunny sits down with Peter Blindt and Joanna Cislak of Golden Elm Studio. In this episode, they open up about their creative journeys, their unique approaches to art, and how they’re using their gifts to give back by partnering with our nonprofit
2025-04-1443 minA Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 35Sunny sits down with Pacôme Pika, MSC, creator of the transformative products at Pacôme Chicago.
2025-04-0828 minA Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 34Sunny sits down with Bridget Dunlop from Bar Medical Spa to dive into the world of health, wellness, and self-care. Join us for a conversation full of practical advice and inspiration to help you look and feel your best!
2024-10-2122 minA Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 33In this episode, Sunny sits down with Joshua Ellison, a former college and semi-pro football player who is now a professional fitness trainer at Life Time Fitness. Joshua shares his inspiring journey from dreaming of being a pro athlete to facing homelessness and battling severe mental health struggles. He opens up about how he almost gave up on life, but found peace and purpose through fitness. Now a Certified Master Trainer, nutritionist, health coach, strength and conditioning expert, and bodybuilding specialist, Joshua's story is one of resilience, transformation, and finding hope in the darkest of times. Tune in for...
2024-10-1433 minA Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 32Sunny is back with Dr. Tanjie to talk about health and wellness along with their event coming October 22nd!
2024-10-0724 minA Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 31Sunny speaks with Alex LeVesque, founder of Automotive Mentoring Group (AMG) in Chicago, and how AMG helps youth and adults develop life and work skills while restoring cars.
2024-07-2546 minA Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 30Sunny speaks with ZMoney and Tanjie on the passion and drive behind their careers.
2024-07-0848 min
On the Spectrum Empowerment Stories with Sonia Krishna Chand: Adult Autism, Neurodivergent, and Mental Health ExpertA Boy and His Dream with Sunny AkhigbeSend us a textPlease tune in as Sunny Akhigbe shares his harrowing story of overcoming challenges growing up impoverished in a rural part of Nigeria to becoming a success story in Chicago. Because of his passion to help others, Sunny took what he has gone through and started a foundation to give back to those in need. After listening to Sunny's story, you will feel more empowered and inspired to live your best life and empower those around you.
2024-06-1429 minA Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 29Sunny speaks with Chef Jada Christa on her culinary career and her passion behind food.
2024-05-2930 minA Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 28Sunny speaks with Ian PINCK about the creation and drive behind his music as well his dedication as a father.
2024-05-2035 minA Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 27Sunny speaks with Deborah Ray-Sims (Director, Writer, and Producer) on the ever-changing film industry and obstacles she turned into opportunities.
2024-05-1322 minA Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 26Sunny brings back Danita Patterson to talk about her work in the entertainment industry and what drives her destiny.
2024-04-0151 minA Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 25Sunny speaks with founder of Lynn and Company on what they do to help students reach their future.
2024-03-1818 minA Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 24Sunny speaks with the founders of TITÙN Cocktails about their anticipation for their upcoming launch and the hard work that got them there.
2024-03-1149 minA Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 23Sunny speaks with Amanda Stapleton about her success in entrepreneurship.
2024-02-0938 minA Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 22Sunny speaks with founder of Hardly Water, Tonya Romin, about breaking in the the liquor industry with her new product.
2024-01-2942 minA Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 21Sunny speaks with musical talents Ivanna Melay and Nosike about navigating the entertainment industry.
2024-01-1950 minA Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 20Sunny speaks with the founder of Tequila 1349, Lizzy Lopez, about her entrepreneurship.
2023-12-2534 min
MIDDAY LIVE SHOWThe Midday Live Show: with Sunny Akhigbe & BLIZZ S2 | EP 51Happy Friday 🔥
IT'S OUR TWO YEAR ANNIVERSARY!
On the second to last episode of season two, we're catching up with humanitarian Sunny Akhigbe to discuss his movement "A Boy and His Dream" and recording artist OffTop Blizz, with his new album "Iced Out" ✔
Tune in live and catch up on our past episodes here: https://linktr.ee/MiddayLiveShow
2023-11-052h 03A Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 19Sunny speaks with members of the Trust the Process Label on working in the music industry and helping the community.
2023-09-2837 minA Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 18Sunny Akhigbe speaks with Mike Namoff about how he started his career and the life lessons he learned along the way.
2023-09-0636 minA Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 17Sunny speaks with Mo Bennet and Malik Blair. Mo is the Community Liaison Director at A Boy and His Dream Foundation and Malik is a serial entrepreneur in the financial services industry.
2023-07-1729 minA Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 16Sunny speaks with Rocky Srinivasan on his mission to help students excel at sports and live an active life despite their limitations.
2023-07-1027 minA Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 15Sunny speaks with Danita Patterson about pursuing her dream in the entertainment industry and facing obstacles along the way.
Renaissance woman, Danita Patterson aka “DanitaDestiny” is an Entertainment Entrepreneur, Creative Visionary Filmmaker, and TV Producer in the Entertainment Industry. Danita is a dynamic inspirational brand and transformational leader for relevant times. Danita is the CEO and principal content developer of Destiny Unlimited, Inc., a family entertainment company that creates, develops, and produces innovative Film, TV, and New Media Content. As a producer and writer, her production credits and development work over 26 years include more than 120 episodes of telev...
2023-06-2729 min
6 Figure Podcast Rebels2 Behaviors That Must Be Respected In Order For Success With Sunny AkhigbeJoin our 2 HUGE Facebook groups to find guests or BE a guest (for free) We have over 53,000 members👇www.facebook.com/groups/needaguestwww.facebook.com/groups/thepodcastnetwork——Want to get lifetime access to The Podcast Network Premium For free? 👇www.freepremiumupgrade.com———Want to use your own podcast to help grow your business? You're in the right place.Welcome to 6-Figure Podcast Rebels.🔥 My name is Jamie Atkinson, founder of podcastclosing.com and this show is built for 6 & 7 figure entrepreneur...
2023-06-2730 minA Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 14Sunny speaks with John Hall and José Santiago Jr. on learning from mistakes and molding children into a better future.
José Antonio Santiago Jr. is a Latin-American actor born on April 5th, 1974 in East Chicago, Indiana. José worked as an executive Chef until life threw him a curve ball and he took it as a sign to pursue acting. Jose exhibited the selfless act of chasing down two armed bank robbers and helping the Hammond Police Department apprehend the suspects. Unarmed, José displayed courage, passion for what's right, and loyalty to the public with this heroic act that...
2023-06-1931 minA Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 13Sunny speaks with Benny Mathew of Orion3 on the profound impact of the choices we make in our lives while emphasizing on the importance of a strong support system.
2023-05-1735 minA Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 12Sunny speaks with Malik Blair. Malik Blair is a serial entrepreneur in the financial services industry. His work has contributed to strategies to help taxpayers and also protect families with life insurance. He takes pride in being an example to the youth in Chicago and across the country. He is a day trader in the financial markets, educating young people and professionals seeking capital to invest in and advance their lives.
IG handle @Reallifechosen1
2023-04-1924 min
A Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 11Sunny speaks with Andrew Durham about his defining moment on how he went from Zero to Hero.
2023-04-0629 min
A Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 10Sunny speaks with Mo Bennet about how he overcame adversity and opposition in the south side of Chicago.
2023-02-2737 min
A Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 09Sunny speaks with Tony Paolella of Tony P's Networking Events on creating events to help the community.
2023-01-3016 min
A Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 08Sunny sits with Jay Deep (Actor, Comedian, Writer, and Director) as they speak about his experience breaking in to the entertainment industry.
2022-11-1536 min
A Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 07Sunny speaks with Mike Gemma and Jay Westbrook of Haymarket Pub & Brewery on highlighting the need for diversity in the beer industry as well as others.
2022-10-3133 min
A Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 06Sunny speaks with his guests Cheryl Filippi Roop, Executive Director at Jones Memorial Community Center and E'lonni Cowles, a 21-year-old from Prairie State Community College.
2022-10-1018 min
A Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 05Founder Sunny Akhigbe talks with Nick LoMaglio on finding solutions for children in the city of Chicago.
2022-09-2620 min
A Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 04Sunny Akhigbe talks with Emmanuel Sally and Lizeth Garcia working towards goals and solving problems within communities.
2022-09-1227 min
A Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 03Founder Sunny Akhigbe talks with two guests, Nick LoMaglio and Paul Vallas, on finding solutions for the city of Chicago.
2022-08-2933 min
A Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 02Sunny talks with two of his former student, Loyal Bridges, and their mother, Mrs. Imani Bridges, along with Dr. Louie Santini on finding strength in difficulties.
2022-08-0131 min
A Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream Episode 01Sunny talks with two of his former students, Elijah Crump and Mauz Durrani, along with Dr. Patricia Blessman on finding strength in difficulties.
2022-07-2530 min
A Boy and His DreamA Boy and His Dream IntroductionFounder of A Boy and His Dream, Sunny Akhigbe, gives an introduction about the podcast and the goal of the foundation.
2022-07-2111 min
Great News with GreatNews.LifeSunny Akomu Akhigbe, Steiner Homes, & Hearts of HopeThis week on Great News Weekly, Lifer Dan interviews a local Region athlete, Lifer Colin checks out Steiner Homes LTD. newest creation, Sunny Akomu Akhigbe discusses his nonprofit organization A Boy and His Dream Foundation, and Jenny discusses the 16th Annual Hearts of Hope Campaign from Community Hospital!GreatNewsLife looks to form positive, online communities centered around the idea that, given the option, viewers prefer to see all the good things going on in their community, as opposed to negative news. Here you’ll find exclusively positive, hyper-local stories, features, and news touting everything exceptional about th...
2021-02-0316 min
The Portal Podcast with Britt DeandaInspiring & Creating Future Leaders of the World - with Sunny AkhigbeSunny Akhigbe is a motivational speaker, coach, model, single father of two kids, and the founder of A Boy And His Dream, a non-profit organization that creates programs aimed to bring about transformation in the youth of today (AKA the future leaders of tomorrow). We are blown away by the inspiring work that Sunny and others on his team are doing and we knew we had to bring it to you. This is what we need more of in the world.We chat about…Growing up through adversity in NigeriaHaving a heart for solving problemsWhat allowed Su...
2020-10-191h 37
The ElevatorInspiring & Creating Future Leaders of the World - with Sunny AkhigbeSunny Akhigbe is a motivational speaker, coach, model, single father of two kids, and the founder of A Boy And His Dream, a non-profit organization that creates programs aimed to bring about transformation in the youth of today (AKA the future leaders of tomorrow). We are blown away by the inspiring work that Sunny and others on his team are doing and we knew we had to bring it to you. This is what we need more of in the world.We chat about…Growing up through adversity in NigeriaHaving a heart for solving problemsWhat allowed Su...
2020-10-191h 37
The Small Business Radio Show#552 Profits are No Longer a Company’s Only PurposeSEGMENT 1: We are in the “Age of Anxiety” as we try to alleviate major social problems around the world. Governments worldwide are backing off from taking responsibility for these social issues, but the good news is that corporations are taking more responsibility to solve them outside of what they traditionally sell, and customers are on board. World-renowned author and professor Philip Kotler is here guide businesses in their purpose beyond profits: advancing the Common Good.SEGMENT 2: As we all stay in our homes longer, one of the careers that is flourishing is being a handyman. Like my family, ther...
2019-09-2353 min
Market OverdriveReal Estate & Cryptocurrencies, Health & Fitness in the business world[audio http://serve.castfire.com/audio/3571756/marketoverdrive1129final_2018-11-29-200156.64kmono.mp3 ? ad_params=zones%3DPreroll%7Cstation_id%3D5618.mp3] On the last show of 2018 , Morgan Herron, CEO of DigiBLX is joining the Mod Squad to talk about his role in the first Cryptocurrency Real Estate transaction in Chicago, Sunny Akomu Akhigbe of Sunny Biggy Fitness will be on air to talk about the benefits of health & fitness and how it can positively […]
2018-11-3000 min
Rolling with the DivaSunny Akhigbe Ifbb Pro and Writer and Michael Dixon Poetic SylenceJoin Sabrina with her special gues, Ifbb Pro, Sunny ( https://instagram.com/sunnybiggy/ ). He will talk about his career as fitness model, competitor. Actor/Model at KTA "The Actor's Place" Acting Studio, Actor at MTM and ctor n Model at John Casablancas Modeling and Career Centers. A smart man with a Master in Business. Michael Dixon aka Sylence is a spoken word artist, poet, film director, author and music writer. He has inspired the hearts and minds of many with his book, "The Dark Cloud Over a Lonely Child" and his short film "Little Girl, Too Fast." For mo...
2015-05-071h 26
Chaplain Sabrina: LOVE, GRACE & JOY for HUMANITYSunny Akhigbe Ifbb Pro and Writer and Michael Dixon Poetic SylenceJoin Sabrina with her special gues, Ifbb Pro, Sunny ( https://instagram.com/sunnybiggy/ ). He will talk about his career as fitness model, competitor. Actor/Model at KTA "The Actor's Place" Acting Studio, Actor at MTM and ctor n Model at John Casablancas Modeling and Career Centers. A smart man with a Master in Business.
Michael Dixon aka Sylence is a spoken word artist, poet, film director, author and music writer. He has inspired the hearts and minds of many with his book, "The Dark Cloud Over a Lonely Child" and his short film "Little Girl, Too Fast." For more information go...
2015-05-071h 26