새로운 사업주| The One with Olabimpe Shode - On Running a Business from the Diaspora & Other Stories: Episode 40 (2021)

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새로운 사업주| The One with Olabimpe Shode - On Running a Business from the Diaspora & Other Stories: Episode 40 (2021)
 
With the discovery of the Omicron variant, another Omega variant, the variability of information, the vaccination palaver, and the travel ban, 2021 has been a ride, like a journey from the big year 2020. My teenage friend, Bimpe, who is not new to the podcast, was with me to discuss 2021 so far.
We discussed the inconsistency of information on the COVID, the controversies that have circulated, and she shared safety tips for those traveling during this holiday season. Mask up, whether you've been vaccinated or not!
In the midst of 2021, she launched her business in Nigeria, and we discussed how to start and run a business in Nigeria. She had an entrepreneurial spirit even before moving to the United States, which she has now developed. Bimpe founded Beams Kiddies to serve children aged 0 to 12 and their caregivers, selling lifestyle products and gently used items. Running a business in Nigeria and entrusting it to others is risky, but my resilient friend did it anyway and shared her challenges, wins, and everything in between.
It was a lighthearted and enjoyable episode in which we shared relatable stories about almost everything. Listen to everything we shared here.
 
You can find Bimpe's business on IG - @beamskiddies.luxury and @beamskiddies.thrift and physically at 20 Ajose Street, Mende, Maryland, Lagos.
 
Read blog here: https://mosibyl.medium.com/running-a-business-from-the-diaspora-other-stories-63923ec87fc2
 
Beam me up, Scotty,
MO!

암호화폐에 관한 모든 것| The One with Ojogbane Okolo – On Cryptocurrencies, NFTs, and ”Those Who Love Them”: Episode 39 (2021)

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Though born in the UK, Ojogbane grew up in the northern part of Nigeria in a large family amidst uncles and aunties. He would eventually move to the UK to begin life for himself. Despite some initial hiccups reintegrating, he's managed to stay resilient and optimistic.
Ojogbane, who's now a crypto and NFT trader, talked about his journey toward entrepreneurship after leaving his 9-5 job featuring Lloyds Bank and Deloitte, in no particular order nor magnitude. He also shared the impact of boarding school on life as he now knows it, how he was taught to be resilient and understand early enough how life works.
We also explored him moving back to the UK, then vs. now, in which he clearly stated how important it is to find the right people before moving to a new country. We also tried to demystify the cryptic nature of cryptocurrencies, NFT trading, the mystery around the virtual trading world. Also, on how to get started and some basic terminologies to know. Finally, we explored criticisms and delved into why some countries like China have issues with crypto, NFT, and the like.
Ojogbane helped us unpack cryptocurrency's essence though I still have more questions than answers. Nevertheless, this was an excellent episode. Don't believe me? Listen for yourself.
 
Find Ojogbane and his adventures via @iamthechoko on IG and the bird page.
 
Read blog here: https://mosibyl.medium.com/cryptocurrencies-nfts-and-those-who-love-them-ca9cf265c51c
 

냉어의 모험| The One with Mo! and Her Friends – On Their First Cruise Experience: Episode 38 (2021)

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When you are looking forward to a boat cruise, you will experience both excitement and apprehension. And, until you've done it, it can appear to be a risky endeavor. But you only get one life, and if you don't go on adventures, you'll never know what it's like.
 
A group of six, my friends, and I decided to just go for it and enjoy the cruise. So we cruised through the Southern portion of North America, that was Mexico. It was the first time for the majority of us. We discussed our excitement about going on a boat cruise in this episode with Ayooluwa Cole, Taiwo Adedipe aka Tdawg, Bisi Rihanot Jolasun, and myself what it was like in the days leading up to the big day, what we liked best about the cruise, and what we didn't. One of us also mentioned how she enjoyed the ride despite her allergies.
 
I'm grateful for this vacation because it allowed me to take a break from work while also spending time with people I enjoy spending time with and trying new things. We've decided to go back on another cruise adventure!
 
So if you want to go on a cruise someday, whether for fun, with friends, as an adventure, or for your honeymoon, this episode will show you some of the things you should know.
 
One of our recommendations is to not go on a cruise by yourself, so share this episode with someone you'll be traveling with.
 
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Read here: https://mosibyl.medium.com/our-first-boat-cruise-experience-aboard-the-royal-caribbean-cruise-line-5ac2af5fdfce

눈부신 용기| The One with Dagmar Jamieson – On Living with Stargardt Macular Dystrophy: Episode 37 (2021)

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Happy Thanksgiving, fam!
From moving countries and learning new languages (German and then English) to adjusting to gradually losing her eyesight from the age of 13, Dagmar has grown to become tenacious and inspiring.
Dagmar Jamieson, my cousin's mentor and a life coach to many, became legally blind as a teenager. She was diagnosed with Stargardt macular dystrophy at an early age. She is happily married with a son and a certified life coach, business owner, and community leader.
In this episode, Dagmar shared her journey from Czechoslovakia to Austria and then Canada, adjusting to a new environment and learning new languages. Then there was the gradual loss of her sight and her determination not to let any limitations hold her back. You'll learn about some myths about blindness, as well as how strong and determined an 8-year-old can be amidst life-changing circumstances.
Dagmar's life is inspiring. She has demonstrated great rigor and an unbeatable outlook on life. We are grateful for her, especially in this thanksgiving and her impact on those around her. You should definitely listen to this episode because Dagmar's story will make you thankful.

먼 곳의 스승| The One with Dr. Olufunmilola Abraham - On Faraway Mentors: Episode 35 (2021)

Have you ever had someone whose playbook you borrowed and has significantly impacted your life?  Perhaps, is there someone you deeply admire from afar? How do you think it would feel to be able to finally sit down with such a person letting them know the many ways they have shaped your life?
 
This is Dr. Abraham for me, and I'm so grateful for the opportunity to finally talk with her on this show. Dr. Olufunmilola Abraham is an Associate Professor in the School of Pharmacy at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She directs the CRoME (Collaborative Research on Medication Use and Family Health) lab, which is trying to develop and disseminate novel methods to improve medication safety for vulnerable and underserved populations. To improve medication adherence, they employ a collaborative and multidisciplinary approach.
 
In this episode with Dr. Oluwafunmilola, we shared the collective experience as former Chevron employees pursuing grad school in the US and life as assistant professors. She also shared much about her research work and how mentorships have been a big part of her process.
 
Dr. Olufunmilola and I are similar in a few ways, such as the fact that we both enjoyed teaching and had no strong desire to practice pharmacy anymore.
I hope this episode inspires you to be great and teaches you how to live a balanced life at work and home. If you have any questions about this episode, don't hesitate to get in touch with me at talktomo@mosibyl.com.

The One with Doni Aldine – On Global Cultural Identity: Episode 33 (2021)

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Identity is a word that is commonly used and thrown around. Cultural identity is a component of a person's identity, including self-perception, nationality, ethnicity, and religion.
 
In this episode, Doni Aldine, my guest is a globally mobile Afro-Latina and first-generation North American sensation who identifies with seven different cultures. Doni is passionate about creating community for cross-cultural populations. She is also the Founder of Culturs magazine, which reaches more than 1.2 million through email, mobile, digital, and print editions.
 
Doni also shared her upbringing and its influence on her passions. In addition, she explains how she has been able to embrace her global cultural identity and the impact it has had on relationships. Doni also provided practical tips on engaging with diverse cultures, especially in the era of cancel culture and political correctness. She discussed vulnerability and empathy, as well as their roles in cultural curiosity.
There is much more to share; listen to get every detail here.
 
Read here: https://mosibyl.medium.com/being-a-global-citizen-and-an-adult-third-culture-kid-d4f1e4b22ca3

놀라운 미국 이민 이야기| The One with T Dawg & Mo! - On Our Incredible US Immigration Story: Episode 32 (2021)

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My husband and I have been in the United States for about ten years. The stories that led up to us finally getting our green cards are incredible and hard to believe. But these things do happen to people, and we don't hear about them enough.
 
We decided to share these stories in this episode to encourage anyone going through similar experiences, and for those who have been through it, I hope you can relate and realize you are not alone.
 
Tdawg and I shared our immigration stories in this episode to highlight what it takes and what it means to travel outside of Nigeria to other countries, particularly the United States.
 
This conversation is our real story; listen here for all of it.
 
Read here: https://mosibyl.medium.com/our-incredible-us-immigration-story-episode-32-2021-29f4b32e8c00
 
Recommended Song: “Million Little Miracles” – Elevation Worship & Maverick City (2021)
 
It gets better,
모 /Mo!/

서른 다섯이 되다| The One with Mo! – On Version 3.5: Episode 31 (2021)

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Being on the receiving end of questions feels strange but in a good way. I turned 35 recently and decided to have a reflective moment with my friend, Linda.
 
Linda is back! Linda Jena, my dear friend, and sister, came back from the Proust questionnaire interview with even more deeply reflective questions.  Linda is one of the show's most committed supporters. She is from Zimbabwe and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. degree at Texas A&M University in Commerce, TX.
 
This episode was soul-searching and self-reflective for me. In this episode, we talked about living life, joy, pride, faith, the importance of finding your tribe, and most importantly, learning lessons and moving forward amidst grief and disappointments.
 
Brace yourself for bolder stories, and please let us know how we can better serve you and what topics you'd like for us to explore.
 
Read more here: https://mosibyl.medium.com/being-35-a5534537b77 
 
Recommended Song: “Seventeen" – Simon Webbe (2006)
 
Thirty-Fine!
모 /Mo!/

아프리카인과 한류| The One with Chulu Chansa – On Africans and Korean Entertainment: Episode 30 (2021)

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Africa is a beautiful continent with rich and diverse cultures. We are bursting with stories, but our global impact has had a minimal reach. Chulu and I reflected on our childhood memories as Africans, the evolution of media, and our shared love for Kdramas. Way before The Squid Game garnered the cross-national status it has gained, Chulu and I have more than two decades' combined worth of experience indulging in Korean entertainment. The Squid Game is one example of Korean entertainment's broad reach and acceptability, and we are excited about this.
Chulu Chansa, this week's guest, is a Zambian podcaster, a writer of modern African culture & lifestyle blog, the host of the Africana Woman podcast, a transformational speaker, and mentor. She joined me on this episode to explore the different aspects of the entertainment industry and mostly Korean entertainment.
In this episode, we talked about our favorite shows and what we love about Korean dramas, what African countries can learn from Korea, and the potential of boosting tourism and cultural explorations in Africa via a boon in the entertainment sectors.
Though the views we expressed in this episode are subjective and can change, this episode is generally entertaining, insightful, and nostalgic. It's also a testament that when someone from the southern part of African meets another from the West, it's always a fun time!
Are you a Kdrama lover as well? Have you ever considered learning the Korean language?
 
Best,
Mo!

프루스트 설문지| The One with Linda Jena – On Self-Exploration with The Proust Questionnaire: Episode 29 (2021)

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The Proust Questionnaire, popularized by the novelist Marcel Proust, is a self-exploration questionnaire designed to help people uncover their outlook on life and personality and offer clarity on how they think and what they truly value most in life. Using some questions from the Proust questionnaire, my friend Linda and I explored ourselves.
 
Linda Jena, who hails from Zimbabwe, is currently getting her Ph.D. in Commerce, Texas. She is not new to the show, and as she cracks me up all the time, I could not think of any other person to do this with.
 
In this special episode, Linda and I shared some private truths about our personalities. All told, this was a brave expedition of self, bounded within the safety of a friend and sister.
 
I am curious to know this about you: "If money was no object, what (else) would you be doing in life?"
 
Listen below to hear our full conversation.
 
Proustly Yours,
Mo!