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Switched on with Paul OlowogboyeEpisode 28 | "New Year, Same Shit with Aminah Hussain"In this episode, I open 2023 of the podcast with a special guest Aminah Hussain. We start off by talking about how our year has been so far and a recap of some of the wild moments of 2022. Next, we examined the various public sector strikes that are ongoing in the UK. Finally, we explored some of the news around policing and the sense of security.
We hope you enjoyed listening to this episode.
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2023-01-2643 minSwitched on with Paul OlowogboyeEpisode 27 "Big Bad Qatar"In this episode, I give my take on Qatar hosting the FIFA World Cup and the scrutiny of the country's human right record.
To find out Qatar's investment in the UK = https://www.theguardian.com/business/ng-interactive/2022/nov/05/how-qatar-bought-up-britain
I hope you enjoy listening to this episode.
Produced and Edited by Paul Olowogboye2022-11-2430 minSwitched on with Paul OlowogboyeEpisode 26. "Wide Awake"In this episode, after a hiatus from podding, I'm back and doing a recap of some of the stories and events to grace the news cycle.
I hope you enjoy listening to this episode.
Produced and Edited by Paul Olowogboye2022-11-1132 minSwitched on with Paul OlowogboyeEpisode 25."Powerlifting & Parenting with Victoria Hammond and Grace Stilgoe"In this episode, I am joined by Victoria Hammond and Grace Stilgoe. Both are British powerlifters who have recently become mothers for the first time. We talked about life before pregnancy, during pregnancy and post-pregnancy.
Hope you enjoy listening to this episode.
Produced and Edited by Paul Olowogboye2022-09-0858 min
Switched on with Paul OlowogboyeEpisode 24."Romanticising War"In this episode, Ukraine, the cost of living crisis and big business profit is on my mind.
I hope you enjoy listening to this episode.
Follow me on Instagram @switchedon_withPaul2022-08-0420 min
Switched on with Paul OlowogboyeEpisode 23."Heatwave"The hot summer weather in the UK has got me feeling some kind of way.
I hope you enjoy listening to this episode.
Follow me on Instagram @switchedon_withPaul2022-07-2117 min
Switched on with Paul OlowogboyeEpisode 22. "I Need Another Holiday"Back from my blissful summer holiday, I give a quick recap of how it went before diving into some wild current events.
I hope you enjoy listening to this episode.
Follow me on Instagram @switchedon_withPaul2022-07-1424 min
Switched on with Paul OlowogboyeEpisode 21. "Summer Of Discontent?"In this episode, I give my take on the union strike that crippled the UK railway system. I hope you enjoy listening to this episode.
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Instagram: @switchedon_withpaul & @paul_olowogboye (personal account)2022-06-3033 min
Switched on with Paul OlowogboyeEpisode 20. "Kelly Is Finally Happy"In this episode, I give my take on Dame Kelly Homes coming out as gay and why I think we are still a long way from equality.
I hope you enjoy listening to this episode. Produced and Edited by Paul Olowogboye
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Instagram: @switchedon_withpaul & @paul_olowogboye (personal account)2022-06-2327 min
Switched on with Paul OlowogboyeEpisode 19. "Monetising Outrage"In this episode, I give my take on outrage and how I think social media blogs are monetising off it.
Hope you enjoy listening to this episode.
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Instagram: @switchedon_withpaul & @paul_olowogboye (personal account)2022-06-1622 min
Switched on with Paul OlowogboyeEpisode 18. "You Poor Suckers"Hey folks,
In today's episode, I talk about the Platinum Jubille and why it was insensitive to celebrate the Queen's 70-year reign. I also speak of the uneasy escalation in violence since the Uvalde massacre.
Thank you for listening to this episode.
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Instagram: @switchedon_withpaul & @paul_olowogboye (personal account)2022-06-0944 min
Switched on with Paul OlowogboyeEpisode 17. "All Fun And Games Until....."Hey folks,
I talk about my recent encounter with toxic behaviour in today's episode.
Thank you for listening to this episode.
Follow me: Instagram: @switchedon_withpaul & @paul_olowogboye (personal account)2022-06-0230 min
Switched on with Paul OlowogboyeEpisode 16. "Depressing News Week"Hey folks, In today's episode, I dive into what is for me, a depressing news week.
I start off with the recent mass shooting at Robb elementary school in Texas, Party Gate, Cost of living / Energy crisis, School bullying and more.
Thank you for listening to this episode.
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Instagram: @switchedon_withpaul & @paul_olowogboye (personal account)2022-05-261h 00
Switched on with Paul OlowogboyeEpisode 15. "Navigating 2022"Hey folks,
In today's episode, I start off with a recap of what I've been up to the past few weeks, the Bob Marley show in London theatre, Revival concert idea, and the recent racially motivated mass shooting in Buffalo, New York.
Hope you enjoy listening to this episode.
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Instagram: @switchedon_withpaul & @paul_olowogboye (personal account)2022-05-1950 min
Switched on with Paul OlowogboyeEpisode 14. "Uneasy Set of Events"In this episode, I give a quick recap of my Easter holiday, talk about an interesting docu-series on Netflix, the Ukraine war update and the British government's latest idea on dealing with asylum seekers crossing the channel.
Hope you enjoy listening to this episode.
Produced and Edited by Paul Olowogboye2022-04-2145 min
Switched on with Paul OlowogboyeEpisode 13. "All Things Sport Feat British Paralympic Powerlifter Ali Jawad"In this episode, I am joined by Ali Jawad. A British powerlifter who has competed and medalled at the Paralympics and other high-level competitions. We talk about growing up with a physical disability, his journey into sports, doping and the current debate around transgender and sport.
Hope you enjoy listening to this episode.
Produced and Edited by Paul Olowogboye2022-04-141h 02
Switched on with Paul OlowogboyeEpisode 12. "Heavy Is The Head That Wears The Crown"In this episode, I get into the event that took the world by storm at the Oscars. The world watched Will Smith assault Chris Rock for making a joke. And a quick recap of other news.
Hope you enjoy listening to this episode.
Produced and Edited by Paul Olowogboye2022-03-3143 min
Switched on with Paul OlowogboyeEpisode 11. "Something Ain't Right"In this episode, I look at the release of Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe after 6 years of false imprisonment at the hands of the Iranian government, the horrific story of Child Q and a quick recap of other news.
Hope you enjoy listening to this episode.
Produced and Edited by Paul Olowogboye2022-03-241h 06
Switched on with Paul OlowogboyeEpisode 10. "The Choices We Make Feat Pierre Shillingford"In this episode, I am joined by Pierre Shillingford. A British powerlifter who has competed at regional to international level. And has also coached others in the sport at all levels. We talk about his route into the sport, life choices and much more.
Hope you enjoy listening to this episode.
Produced and Edited by Paul Olowogboye2022-03-1753 min
Switched on with Paul OlowogboyeEpisode 9. "IWD, Kanye West and Boycott of Russia"In this episode, I celebrate International Women's Day and talk about the most inspirational woman in my life. I also briefly touch on the musical genius that is Kanye West. Finally, I continue my coverage of the Russia/Ukraine conflict by looking at the Russia boycott movement.
Hope you enjoy listening to this episode.
Produced and Edited by Paul Olowogboye2022-03-0851 min
Switched on with Paul OlowogboyeEpisode 8. "Vladimir Putin vs Everyone"In this episode, I get into the latest geopolitical crisis of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Not the first time and likely not the last. What does the latest move by Vladimir Putin and the Kremlin mean for the balance of power in the West?
Hope you enjoy listening to this episode.
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2022-03-0141 min
Switched on with Paul OlowogboyeEpisode 7. "Partygate Distraction"In this episode, I get political as I look into the current hot topic gripping the British consciousness, Party Gate. And how this is distracting from pressing issues affecting the country and people.
Hope you enjoy listening to this episode.
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Production and editing assistant - Mel Kannur2022-02-0133 min
Switched on with Paul OlowogboyeEpisode 6. "Shut The Damn Door"In this episode, I get a little therapeutic with a sprinkle of venting.
Hope you enjoy listening to this episode.
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Production and editing assistant - Mel Kannur2022-01-2519 min
Switched on with Paul OlowogboyeEpisode 5. "Fatherhood"In this episode, I'm joined by Mr Jimah, father of 3 beautiful daughters, music producer & musician. We talk about fatherhood, growing up in Nigeria and the UK, journey into music and the importance of living your life.
Hope you enjoy listening to this episode.
Produced and Edited by Paul Olowogboye2022-01-1845 min
Switched on with Paul OlowogboyeEpisode 4. "Time, Passion, and Race"In this episode, I'm joined by Isaac Francis, Founder of Motions Performance, a singer/songwriter, and an IFBB Men's physique champion. We talk about upbringing, dedication & passion, time management, racism and much more.
Hope you enjoy listening to this episode.
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Production and editing assistant - Mel Kannur2022-01-111h 09
Switched on with Paul OlowogboyeEpisode 3. "Gratitude"In this episode, I reflect on the year 2021, the highs and lows, and all the things I am thankful for. And I discuss the importance GRATITUDE plays in my life.
Hope you enjoy listening to this episode.
Produced and Edited by Paul Olowogboye2022-01-0416 min
Switched on with Paul OlowogboyeEpisode 2. "The Bubble"In this episode, I give a brief recap of how my Christmas went this year. I also talk about my recent experience whilst I was away on holiday.
Hope you enjoy listening to this episode.
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Production and editing assistant - Mel Kannur2021-12-2819 min
Switched on with Paul OlowogboyeEpisode 1. "World Hunger and Billionaires"In this episode, I'm joined by my close friend Carlo Puliti. We talk about world hunger, Elon Musk, and if the world needs billionaires.
Hope you enjoy listening to this episode.
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Production and editing assistant - Mel Kannur2021-12-2125 min
Switched on with Paul OlowogboyeEp 0. Introduction to the PodHi Everyone,
Welcome to episode 0 of Switched on with Paul Olowogboye. This is a podcast where I talk about anything and everything on my mind.
In this episode, I give you a brief introduction of myself, the reasons why I started this podcast, and the future plan of the podcast.
Hope you enjoy this journey with me.2021-12-1406 min