Real Life

"Real Life" Podcast is an inspirational exploration into the personal experience of everyday people. It investigates the opportunities and obstacles life presents in those individual lives. It stirs an distils faith-based principles and activities that makes life a success. In this episode, Femi Ibiwoye interviews 'Tara Talabi, the questions cover a fact-find, her journey to her 50th milestone year and the new challenges she has embraced since then.

'Tara is an administrator, author, charity trustee and has created an organization called, “The Widows Walk, TWW” for short. Married at 27 and widowed at 33, she has single-handily raised 2 young adults, one of which was still in the womb when her husband left without having time to say good-bye. She has an inspirational story to share, one that show the power of God's love, light and hope on a road to recovery from a life-changing pall of darkness.

She is passionate about kingdom work, and this will become evident as she tells her story. In her personal reflections, she has created a volume chronicling her experiences. ‘Tara has a lovely smile, a sweet nature and as a single parent, has created a wholesome, nurturing environment to help her son and daughter develop into exceptionally well-rounded individuals.

• TWW will exist to support widows through a most devastating period in their lives, to remind them that God cares and that they have not been forgotten or forsaken. 
• That God will raise up helpers to support them through their new journey. 
• To give proper recognition to widows and not sweep them under the carpets and pretend that they do not exist. And finally, 
• To care for them as the bible says, they should be cared for, either by their families or by the church.

‘Tara has a diverse range of interests ranging from reading, writing, cooking exotic dishes in a informal setting, period drama, mysteries and biographical accounts of interesting people. For the past 20 years she has worked in an English primary school as administrator. At her golden milestone of 50, she set out to respond to more challenges to help others. This has been rewarding, as she has been appointed a trustee, in the board of her church charity. TWW is another initiative ready to come out of incubation, to catch widows and single mothers struggling with the pressures, of walking alone trying to juggle, some really “big balls”.

‘Tara will take us on a whistle-stop, from her beginnings, early choices, life-events, responding to challenges, single-parenting, dealing with loss, re-branding herself, foraying into authoring and promises to be a roller-coaster of joy and a few tears as we listen to her story.

"Real Life" Podcast is an inspirational exploration into the personal experience of everyday people. It investigates the opportunities and obstacles life presents in those individual lives. It stirs and distils faith-based principles and activities that make life a success. In this episode, Femi Ibiwoye interviews Tolulope (Tolu for short) Akinsanmi, the questions cover a fact-find, her science background, charitable efforts and foray into coaching. 'Tolu is an entrepreneur who just a few years back, felt trapped having lost her job,  ....very uncertain about her future. She was scared and torn in between building her own business and getting back into a 9-5 job. She decided to take the leap of faith, fueled with passion and guided by purpose. That decision has translated  into an educational platform that coaches, trains and supports budding female entrepreneurs online. She also founded and chairs Precious Pearls, a United Kingdom Charity. Precious Pearls, has provided much needed support to young school age girls in Essex County and provides food and hygiene products, to the needy in Thurrock. The Hope Project, is one of the initiatives of Precious Pearls and works with other charities including the British Red Cross to support the homeless and needy in Essex. In response to the lock down, Tolu and her team started a platform called  “Inspirational Moments with Diamonds and Pearls”. Professionals and subject-matter experts are invited to engage on topical issues affecting the community. Tolu is a woman on a mission, is married with children and lives in Essex.

"Real Life" Podcast is an inspirational exploration into the personal experience of everyday people. It investigates the opportunities and obstacles life presents in those individual lives. It stirs and distils faith-based principles and activities that makes life a success. In this episode, Femi Ibiwoye interviews Agboola Bamigbele, the questions cover a fact-find, his journey from engineering to financial services, mentorship, living a life of purpose and even a "bucket-list". Agbo (for short) is a banker, based in the UK. He is the founder (with his wife Funke) and coordinator of a free music concert movement, "Worship Time Events" dedicated to uplifting the souls of men and women everywhere. Agbo started his professional career in Nigeria, West Africa, relocating in the early years of the Millennium and fully settled in Essex, UK since 2003.  

"Real Life" Podcast is an inspirational account and discussion around the experience of everyday people. It is a conversational discussion that looks at the opportunities and barriers life present in those individual lives. It stirs and distils faith-based principles and activities that makes life a success. In this episode, Femi Ibiwoye interviews Ms. Busola Ajibade, the questions cover a fact-find, her time in school, journey into forming her own event catering service, DBB CATERING, operating from the UK. With over 10 years experience in this work, Ms. Busola is a chef and serves with other top chefs. Her super-power is in producing scrumptious Afro-Caribbean cuisine for the ordinary and most exacting taste buds. There is more to her than her prowess in the kitchen, she also has qualifications in Information Technology and Dress Making. A grand mother, and respected professional, she has been featured as a "Celebrity Chef" on the TV cookery show "Nija Bites".

"Real Life" Podcast is an inspirational exploration into the personal experience of everyday people. It investigates the opportunities and obstacles life presents in those individual lives. It stirs and distils faith-based principles and activitiesthat makes life a success. In this episode, Femi Ibiwoye interviews 'Moorin Babawale, the questions cover a fact-find, her journey to chaplaincy, business, mentoring and deliverance from the effects of an arson attack.

'Moorin is an educator/tutor, singer-songwriter, choir director, hospital trust chaplain. She shuttles between three hospitals, a hospice, all in the Buckinghamshire. She calls herself an “octopus” 🐙 with many tentacles because as a mum she has learned to multi-task. She is passionate about kingdom work and is a perfectionist in everything she does. Her love for God, for her family and the people around her is evident to all. 

'Moorin runs a food bank from her own shipping container and works with local charities to bring hope to others. She is currently director of the Basildon Gospel Community Choir in Laindon. She owns a luxury media photo booths business [www.a5events.co.uk]. Her biggest project to date has been, producing and directing the UK Virtual Pentecost 2021. She is a great camera operator, constantly working on broadcast and production sets at Icontowers Studios UK. Moorin is also a talented photographer, Media Consultant and Designer. 

 She has been diagnosed with transverse myelitis, Carpal tunnel, fibromyalgia, cancer, partial paralysis, still-births, miscarriages, loss, her house was once set on fire while she and her family were sleeping indoors. Moorin is blessed with three children and has a passion for children (Education), family and her community.

"Real Life" podcast is an inspirational exploration into the personal experience of everyday people. It investigates the opportunities and obstacles life presents in those individual experiences. It stirs and distills faith-based principles and activities that make life a success. In this episode, Femi Ibiwoye interviews Olakunle Omokehinde Awosusi (Dj OOOPs), the questions cover a fact-find, his business experience working in diverse blue-chips (Telco's, Fin-Co's, and even the 2012 London Olympics . 'Kunle unpacks his reflections across life, marriage, business, events and his love for the "wheels of steel". 

Olakunle Omokehinde Awosusi

The guest speaker is a businessman, an IT expert and Entertainer. He’s a man literally from two worlds - a Briton by birth and a Nigerian by parentage. Otherwise known by his stage name, DJ OOPS, Olakunle ran E wa jo Limited and Jowa Limited from early 2000’s for a period spanning about 12 years. During this time he carved a niche for himself by setting up cultural shows in Shopping Centres across the UK.

He says his love for his fatherland, Nigeria has not diminished in spite of his birth and over 30 years stay in the United Kingdom. His cultural entertainment and educational fairs led him into providing inspiration to many particularly those from deprived backgrounds, broken homes, and with attracted Lottery Funding. He is a twin and brings a wealth of life experiences to the table

"Real Life" is a series of podcasts that focuses on inspirational day-to-day people and how they navigate the course of their lives. In this episode Femi Ibiwoye examines the experience of getting trapped in a situation that many find difficult to extricate themselves out of. With co-presenter, Kazeem Balogun the duo share real life examples and lived experiences that many listeners will be able to identify with. The session ends with 11 clear strategies to bounce out and make rapid progress onto new tracks for a successful life.

"Real Life" is a series of podcasts that focuses on inspirational day-to-day people and how they navigate the course of their lives. In this episode, Femi Ibiwoye interviews Tony Fish - Politician and AOFAC Foundation Trustee. The questions cover a personal fact-find, background in politics, Charity work and bouncing back from & over obstacles.

Councilor Tony Fish

Tony Fish is a Labour Party Councilor representing Grays Riverside. He left college in 1975 with ‘A’-Levels in English and French. Worked in Insurance in London. Got involved in political activity from 1982 and subsequently several voluntary organizations around disability and youth work.

· 1990 – First Stood for election

· 1995 First elected into Thurrock Council

· 1996 – present, held various leadership posts as a councillor, including portfolio holder for ‘social care and environment; Chair of Standards and Audit Committee, Vice-Chair Licencing Committee

· 2013 – Became Mayor of Thurrock

· 2016 – Attended INAUGURAL AOFAC event, became a Trustee. Since then has been actively involved in all outreaches, campaigns and funding bids.

"Real Life" podcast is an inspirational exploration into the personal experience of everyday people. It investigates the opportunities and obstacles life presents in those individual experiences. It stirs and distills faith-based principles and activities that make life a successful. In this episode, Femi Ibiwoye interviews Chief Ayo Oshunremi, the questions cover a fact-find, discovering how undiagnosed learning difficulties and Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (AHDH) can up-end a person's trajectory in life. Ayo is enigmatic at times and this is discussion worth listening to more than once.

 Chief Israel Ayodele EniOluwanifise Oshunremi

Chief Ayo Oshunremi refers to himself as a prisoner of conscience, one who the Lord is making use of in different ways. He’s a man literally from two worlds - a Briton by birth and a Nigerian by parentage. Despite his learning difficulties which were diagnosed in his late 20s, he was able

overcome the challenges and became a source of inspiration to many children and other young ones here in Britain and Nigeria in particular.  He’s a very analytical and critical person, particularly of himself. 

 He says his love for his fatherland, Nigeria has not diminished in spite of his birth and over 30 years stay in the United Kingdom. His rise from relative obscurity is a long story of numerous challenges and disappointments that have led him into providing inspiration to many particularly

those from deprived backgrounds, broken homes, and with learning and physical disabilities. He finds comfort in motivational talks and providing good leadership skills to formal/informal educational establishments, faith groups and young people and families from diverse backgrounds. 

Inspiration Youth Call, IYC, is a motivational outfit (founded by Chief Oshunremi) that focusses on taking care of youths especially those from unstable backgrounds and inspiring them into becoming leaders of tomorrow. Including challenging social and cultural deprivation, and inequalities in education. His experience in this regard has also resulted in the birth of a new outfit called “Lazarus Ayo Oshunremi Ventures” based in Nigeria. 

Chief Ayo is a Human Rights, activist and author, livestock farmer and a lover of nature. 

Connect with Chief Ayo Oshunremi on Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/ayo-oshunremi-98795710 

"Real Life" is a series of podcasts that focuses on inspirational day-to-day people and how they navigate the course other lives. In this episode Femi Ibiwoye interviews Pastor Segun Oluyemi and Sister Tope Oluyemi, Leaders of RCCG The Anchor Centre UK. The questions cover a personal fact-find, discussion around one of their ministry programmes, "Empowerment Seminar November 2021," and uncovers faith-based principles to make a success of life.

Pastor Segun has had extensive career in Commercial and Investment banking; holds both a bachelor and a master's degree in Law, an MBA from IESE Business School, University of Navarra, Barcelona, Spain and has just completed a master's degree in Social Work. Pastor Segun began his ministry in 1992 after surrendering his life to Christ to become a disciple and was ordained as a Deacon in the Redeemed Christian Church of God in 2009. He is a passionate teacher of the Word. He is currently the Parish Pastor of RCCG, The Anchor Centre, Harold Hill, Romford. 

Sis Tope lived in Nigeria and moved to settle in the UK in 2004. She became a registered nurse and is currently a Team Lead at one of the NHS Trust Hospitals in London. She holds a Higher National Diploma in Accounting, a bachelor’s degree in Adult Nursing and a master's degree in Public Health. Sis Tope began her ministry in 1990 after surrendering her life to Christ to become a disciple of the Lord Jesus. She is a passionate teacher of the Word and an intercessor. Pastor Tope enjoys singing, dancing, and exploring graphic design and media. She is married to Segun and they are blessed with two wonderful children. Both leaders are passionate about the improvement, progress, and empowerment of others.

The Anchor is the ministry arm of the church with the mandate for empowering people and changing lives. The Empowerment Seminar is organized by The Anchor Ministry of the church as a platform to teach the paradigms required to disrupt complacency and deliver a significant mindset change resulting in measurable success in a variety of settings. As a result, the participants can expect to be well motivated to proceed in the right direction towards success in career or entrepreneurial pursuit. The Empowerment Seminar is inter-denominational.

The Anchor Centre is a parish of the Redeemed Christian Church of God. Led by Segun Oluyemi and Tope Oluyemi, the church is passionate about raising a generation of believers to reach their full potential in Christ and to be empowered to succeed in all areas of life. This is a church with a difference whose mission is to actively improve the welfare of their members rather than seeking to exploit them for gain or advantage.

"Real Life" is a series of podcasts that focuses on inspirational day-to-day people and how they navigate the course other lives. In this episode Femi Ibiwoye interviews Niyi Olujobi, Senior Pastor of The Church of His Presence (a thriving and purpose driven church), based in the UK. The questions cover a personal fact-find, "Shiloh 2021" and uncovers faith-based principles to make a success of life.

Pastor Niyi Olujobi is a leader, preacher, and teacher of the word of God with a heart for raising believers who will walk in faith; know who they are in Christ; propagate the gospel of Christ and bring all into wholeness (physical healing, inner healing and deliverance) through the power of our resurrected Christ. He is qualified as a Specialist Practitioner in Christian Healing.

He is presently the Senior Pastor of Church of His Presence in the UK. Pastor Niyi is happily married to Gloria, for over 22 years, and they’re blessed with two children - Tobi & Tomiwa.

"Real Life" podcast is an inspirational exploration into the personal experience of everyday people. It investigates the opportunities and obstacles life presents in those individual experiences. It stirs and distills faith-based principles and activities that make life a successful. In this episode Femi Ibiwoye chats to Titi Babalola.

Titi Babalola (Tee-Eye)

Titi Babalola, also known as Tee-Eye, is a singer, songwriter, worshipper and minister. She also works as a HR administrator with over 25 years experience across various sectors from Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, Publishing, and Non-Profit/Charity organisations. She's conscientious, hard-working and approachable. Tee-Eye has a great passion for God’s

 Kingdom and to see Him glorified here on earth. A recording contemporary gospel artiste, Tee-Eye released her first single, Alo (Story) in 2017 and her debut album, My Story was released a few months back. Most of her songs are based on real life experiences that are relatable to, as well as songs lifting up the Most High God who has been the greatest influence in her life. She believes that her music, apart from glorifying the Lord will bring comfort and cause faith to rise up in the heart of the hearers.

W: http://www.tee-eye.com 

And link to download her songs,    

 https://fanlink.to/MyStoryAlbum 

https://www.facebook.com/titi.babalola.5 

https://youtube.com/channel/UCd3PT7w59H4YafPiiHI53lA

"Real Life" podcast is an inspirational exploration into the personal experience of everyday people. It investigates the opportunities and obstacles life presents in those individual experiences. It stirs and distills faith-based principles and activities that make life a successful. In this episode Femi Ibiwoye speaks with Olubukola Olaniyi, Vice Chair of The Minority Ethnic Support Association (MESA), a mother whose life has been impacted by a few challenges; from growing up Black, in a loving Caucasian family and later on to experiencing the heart-break of losing her 21 year old daughter.

Olubukola Elaine

Born to Nigerian parents in the swinging ‘60s, Olubukola (or Bukky) was fostered

from the tender age of 6 weeks in the Kent town of Deal and stayed on with her

Olubukola Olaniyintil the age of 10. She went on to join her birth parent in West

London for a further 3 years until the family relocated to Lagos, West Africa. Her

schooling resumed there and after her higher education she returned to England to

re-settle here.

Bukky is a highly professional resourceful and dynamic Administrator. She took up a

role with Essex Police in 2007, having moved into the area 4 years earlier from East

London with her husband and 2 young daughters. Bukky is a devoted Christian who

gives her time to support charities and associations especially Worship Time Events

based in Essex, UK.

As a, mother and wife, Bukky’s idyllic family life can be said to have been irreparably

altered by the loss of her younger daughter, Opeoluwa in October 2015 on the day

British Summer Time ended that year.

In this frank and heartfelt discussion on “Real Life with Femi Ibiwoye”, we will get

to hear Bukky’s story, how she navigated the strange ups-and-downs of the

aftermath of her loss and re-calibrating her priorities. Listen to her in her own

words, “… You never expect to outlive your children… It was traumatic and I don’t

know how I got through it if not for the Grace of God… here I am today still

standing but my life has never been the same…”

Let’s hear her out…

Connect with Bukky Olaniyi on:

Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/bukky-olaniyi-47261640

"Real Life" is a series of podcasts that focuses on inspirational day-to-day people and how they navigate the course other lives. In this episode Femi Ibiwoye interviews Motope Afolayan "MC Mark (CUN)" - Comedian Extraordinaire, Industrial Chemist and Radiographer, based in the UK. The questions cover a personal fact-find, discussion around the pandemic and uncovers faith-based principles to make a success of life.

MC Mark (CUN)
London-based, Nigerian-born MC Mark, Omotope Afolayan a comedy star, and charming compere, is the 2014 winner of the African Film Awards Best Male Comedian award. The Comedian of the United Nations (CUN) as popularly referred to by fans, because of the versatility of his jokes, he is famous for his spontaneity, charisma, spritely, and interactive style. He Injects his charismatic and interactive humour into performing. The stand-up comedian, emcee, actor and scriptwriter describes his comedy as “clean, corporate, observational and spontaneous”.

Listen to this quote: “My comedy focuses on relaxing my audience, edutainment and motivation. I like to summarise it as bringing healing through laughter by being funny for a reason”.

MC Mark has been praised not only for his comedy, but also his talents in film, business, and for his contributions to the development of upcoming talent. MC Mark “CUN” is certainly one to watch out for as he catches you unawares and makes you laugh against your wish most times. He has mentored other rising entertainment stars, and continues to support charities like Cancer Care, Sight Savers, Save the Children, UNICEF et al. as his way of giving back to the society.

With the strap line: "tested positive to laffter..." he hosts his own show 'Mark Alive' on 26th December in London.

W: www.mcmarkcomedian.org 

T: 07903 039076

E: mcmarkmi@yahoo.co.uk

"Real Life" is a series of podcasts that focuses on inspirational day-to-day people and how they navigate the course other lives. In this episode Femi Ibiwoye interviews Dr Jonathan Oloyede, a medical doctor and leader of a Christian movement, City Chapel, based in London, UK. The questions cover a personal fact-find, discussion around leadership, a little dabble into sports and uncovers faith-based principles to make a success of life.

Dr Jonathan Oloyede MB ChB

Born in Britain but bred in Nigeria, Dr Oloyede is a medical doctor by profession but serves as a full-time apostolic missionary to the United Kingdom and Europe. In 1991 while on a three-month holiday in London, he responded to a divine call to full-time ministry in Europe. He was subsequently ordained into Pastoral Ministry in 1993 and has served full-time for 28 years.

"Dr J" is the leader of City Chapel and the Convener of the National Day of Prayer UK which has seen hundreds of thousands pray across multiple locations and stadiums in Britain. Dr J’s overriding passion is to raise a global network of One Million Disciples of Christ across the continents and nations and to see the Vision of Jesus fulfilled through the Great Commission and Great Commandments to Love God and all people.

He is blissfully married to Abbiih and lives in Kent with his two children. He is a sports enthusiast and can be illogical in matters relating to Manchester United.

"Real Life" is a series of podcasts that focuses on inspirational day-to-day people and how they navigate the course of their lives. In this episode Femi Ibiwoye interviews Paul Babalogbon - Certified Partner of Digital Marketer & Business Coach, based in Essex, UK. The questions cover a personal fact-find, insights into the world of customer acquisition, coaching, mentoring, the science of sales and uncovering faith-based principles to make a success of life.

Paul Babalogbon is a certified partner of Digital Marketer and business coach. In 2004, he took an interest in the Digital Marketing world to begin, a fantastic journey into the highly lucrative world of customer acquisition. By deploying innovative and transformational automated technologies Paul’s experience and expertise has grown as the internet developed.

Paul is owner of Customer Growth Systems, a digital agency that is focused on empowering black-owned businesses to leverage effective digital marketing frameworks to grow their businesses. His passion is to see many more black-owned businesses succeed online.

Paul has been a project director at JETHRO Limited, a specialist IT services business, based in the UK, Ghana, Zimbabwe, Kenya, deploying a complement of core banking solutions, in Business Intelligence and Agency Banking Products, for some of the world’s largest financial institutions.

Having trained as a Mechanical Engineer and later as an Information Systems Engineer, Paul is proud to have been an engineer in several organisations, including BBC, Nokia, Morgan Stanley, etc.

Connect with Paul on :

Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/paul-babalogbon-7bb04a4

Email: paulbabs@visionexcelmarketing.com

"Real Life" is a series of podcasts that focuses on inspirational day-to-day people and how they navigate the course of their lives. In this episode Femi Ibiwoye interviews Tokunbo Adegbite - Lawyer and NHS Front-line worker in Vaccination Centres based in South-Essex, UK. The questions cover a personal fact-find, adapting to the changes in healthcare, a discussion around the pandemic and uncovering faith-based principles to make a success of life.

Tokunbo Adegbite is a lawyer, graduated from the University of Luton in the UK, while holding down a full-time job. She left the UK for a stint in the Law School in Lagos Nigeria to complete her legal qualification and was called to the Bar in Nigeria. Tokunbo has had a varied background in formal education having also attended the Ahmadu Bello University Zaria West-Africa.

Tokunbo’s working life is a varied quilt-work with various periods in The Department of Work and Pensions (Jobcentre-Plus), The Home Office (Passport Office), The Department of Justice (High Court, County Court & Magistrate Courts) and The Department of the Environment. She has been working part-time in the National Health Service in recent years and particularly through the Pandemic.

Tokunbo Adegbite enjoys the cultural heritage of her ancestral Nigerian Background as well as the British culture of the land of her birth. She currently lives in Essex.

"Real Life" is a series of podcasts that focuses on inspirational day-to-day people and how they navigate the course other lives. In this episode Femi Ibiwoye interviews Ibironke Ogunlana, a business owner, compliance manager, mother and charity volunteer based in the UK. The questions cover a personal fact-find, adapting to the changes in fast food retailing, a discussion around the pandemic and uncovering faith-based principles to make a success of life.

Ibironke Ogunlana (Bio)...

Ibironke or (Ronke for short) is a fem-preneur, a cachet now coming up as a descriptive for a new wave of female entrepreneurs starting out in business for themselves just around the couple of years pre-covid 19. Her company “Turkey Bites” is making waves and attracting a diverse crop of customers willing to embrace an authentic recipe, rich, scrumptious and nutritious ready meals.

Ronke has developed her passion for cooking into a service which now caters for events and moving her consumer brand into the fast-moving consumer goods sector. Since launching Turkey-Bites in 2019, Ronke has achieved a milestone in her journey with a transformation of her work-business-family balance.

Ronke is a professional still combining her business ventures while holding down a responsible position in a Financial Institution in City of London. She has an MBA, is a compliance executive, and most importantly  loves God.

Connect with Ronke on :

Instagram: @ibbyogunlana & @turkeybites

Facebook: @Ibbyronkhe Ogunlana & @turkeybitesuk

"Real Life" is a series of podcasts that focuses on inspirational day-to-day people and how they navigate the course other lives. In this episode Femi Ibiwoye interviews Macdonald (Mac) Neife, the current vice-president of National Black Police Association based in UK. The questions cover a personal fact-find, adapting to the changes in Policing, a discussion on community policing and uncovering faith-based principles to make a success of life. 

Macdonald (Mac) Neife, was the Chairman of the Essex Police Minority Ethnic Support Association for 5yrs and was interim Gen Sec for the National Black Police Association before being voted in as the Vice president of the NBPA in 2020.

Mac Neife, is very passionate about community collaboration and this is reflected in his work and priorities. Mac initiated the UNITE project which was funded by the Home Office working with young people in order to tackle things that are associated with the younger generation such as Gangs, Cybercrime, Anti-social behaviour, Alcohol and drug abuse and bullying etc.

Following on from this stint Mac went on to do a one-year secondment with the Princes Trust in Southend (again) working with young people to give them a sense of direction. Mac has been working in Essex for over 17yrs starting from Southend and worked in Benfleet and then in Thurrock for at least 14yrs of that time.

He believes in the empowerment of individuals from minority communities but also in fairness and equality. Mac aims to improve trust and confidence in policing but also to improve our engagement with the local community. Mac also agrees that we should have challenging discussions between the police and the local community so that we learn from each other and to pave the way for the next generation.

Joko Omole is a creative Giftologist. Her customers exist across private, corporate and charities. Her company Zoliab Limited is based in the UK and offers a stylish luxury professional gift-wrapping experience.She is focussed on reducing the impact of waste and therefore uses biodegradable resources. Joko navigates her journey with our interviewer giving insights into how she's adapted her business to the Covid-19 pandemic.

"Real Life" is a series of podcasts that focuses on inspirational day-to-day people and how they navigate the course other lives. In this episode Femi Ibiwoye interviews Joko Omole a "gift-ologist" based in Essex, UK. The questions cover a personal fact-find, adapting to the changes in events industry, a discussion around the pandemic and uncovering faith-based principles to make a success of life. 

Mepple Essien is the founder and CEO of Smoothees Limited. She has a degree in Banking and Finance, and a Masters in finance at the University of Westminster and is currently working as a Finance Manager in the charity sector.  Her company SMOOTHEES produces freshly-juiced, bottled drinks with zero preservatives, additives, colouring or sweeteners.

SMOOTHEES is a black-owned brand name that stands for authenticity and transparency. Mepple is leading and building the brand with a team, primarily focussed on promoting consumption of natural healthy fruits and vegetables. 

When Mepple is not working, she loves to mummy her 2 children and travel the world. It was therefore a distinct privilege to sit down with her to find out about how the business is going. Mepple brought in a few of her products into the studio for a taster and for giveaways to some lucky listeners.

The discussion flows across a number of topics including marketing, logistics, recruitment, mentoring (yep she has a mentor!) and lessons she's learned along the way. 

Pastor Samuel Olumoyegun is a dynamic, passionate and scholarly teacher of the Word. He was born into a family of a Preacher in the Northern part of Nigeria. From a very early stage he has been very aware of his calling and formally accepted Jesus into his life as saviour in 1984.

Pastor Samuel is a graduate of the University of Roehampton, London, in Theology (First Degree and Master’s). His overriding desire is to help believers come to knowledge of Jesus Christ and to help believers develop a passionate hunger for the Word of God. He is very down to earth and also a regular blogger on social media. 

Pastor Samuel is happily married to his wife, Pastor Kathryn. They live in Essex have been married for 30 years and have three children, Zoe, Faith-Jordan, Gideon and a grandson, Zion. Pastor Samuel and Kathryn lead a local congregation Dayspring Chapel in Grays, Thurrock.

In this edition of Real Life recorded in the studios of Thurrock African Group, Community Voice Radio, Femi asks Pastor Sam for insights into how he copes with tough challenges, dealing with death, inter- & intra-faith collaboration between faith groups in Essex. An interesting perspective is provided into how overseers should properly balance the tight-rope between respect and hero-worship of their congregants. Drop into the stream to find out these and other matters.

"Real Life" is a series of podcasts that focuses on inspirational day-to-day people and how they navigate the course of their lives. In this episode Femi Ibiwoye interviews JB Rose, Song Writer, Playwright, Publisher, Drama & Vocal Instructor based in Essex, UK. The questions cover her music, coping in the pandemic, artiste collaborations, vegan health, nutrition, her recent hiatus, Gold the new single and video just out on all good platforms. Listen here to hear her songs, a snippet of her powerful voice in the studio; plus insights into the music industry, ... intrigued? Let's go there... 

"Real Life" is a series of podcasts that focuses on inspirational day-to-day people and how they navigate the course of their lives. In this episode Femi Ibiwoye interviews Shola Alabi. The questions cover a personal fact-find, adapting to the changes in learning , a discussion around the pandemic and uncovering faith-based principles to make a success of life. 

Shola Alabi is a qualified teacher, author, and consultant. With more than 2 decades of professional experience she has established an enviable reputation for herself as an entrepreneurial business woman.  She decided to take the leap of faith, fuelled with passion and guided by purpose to establish a number of learning centres in the Home Counties catering for hundreds of students every week. Her strong foundations are in the core sciences and the success of her tuition centres is validated by the very high success rate of 90% at the selective school exams and GCSE’s + A Levels.

Shola is a woman on a mission, and has multiple awards / accolades in her bow. it is therefore a distinct privilege to sit down with her today to find out about how the various initiatives are going. 

"Real Life" is a series of podcasts that focuses on inspirational day-to-day people and how they navigate the course other lives. In this episode Femi Ibiwoye interviews Ronke Adewa-Faboro, an experienced and professional wedding planner based in Essex, UK. Ronke owns Bliss Nuptials, a versatile and successful consultancy working with private clients across the English Home Counties. Ronke started out her career as a Formulation Scientist in the Pharmaceutical Industry and left 8 years ago to fully focus on her business. The questions cover a personal fact-find, wedding industry in the pandemic, a discussion around the priorities for young engaged couples, her personal experience when COVID-19 came calling and uncovering faith-based principles to make a success of life. 

"Real Life" is a series of podcasts that focuses on inspirational day-to-day people and how they navigate the course other lives. In this episode Femi Ibiwoye interviews Ms. Fola Afelumo, Owner of Health 1st Wellness Clinic and Nutritional Advice for health, based in Essex, UK. Fola started a Foundation (AOFAC) named for her daughter Anthonia who sadly passed away from the effect of TTP, Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpurra. The questions cover a personal fact-find, the challenges of dealing with loss, the adversity & turnaround, a discussion around the pandemic and uncovering faith-based principles to make a success of life. 

"Real Life" is a series of podcasts that focuses on inspirational day-to-day people and how they navigate the course other lives. In this episode Femi Ibiwoye interviews Dr. Godwin Yomi Adegbite, a general practitioner and lead clinician based in Essex, UK. The questions cover a personal fact-find, diversity in appointments in high profile NHS jobs, a discussion around the pandemic and uncovering faith-based principles to make a success of life. 

Rev. Fred Williams is a media creative director with a strong record of crating compelling motion pictures for a wide range of clients. He is the pastor at Spirit Life Church, Laindon Essex, visionary leader and inspirational person. Rev. Fred has excellent networking with collaborations locally and overseas. He is widely travelled and keeps up with trending issues. 

Day-to-day you can catch him at Icon Towers. He is happily married to Pastor Nandir and they have grown up children.

"Real Life" is a series of podcasts that focuses on inspirational day-to-day people and how they navigate the course other lives. In this episode Femi Ibiwoye interviews Rev. Fred Willams, Proprietor of Icon Towers, based in Essex, UK. The questions cover a personal fact-find, christian counter-culture, digital global outreach, a discussion around the pandemic and uncovering faith-based principles to make a success of life. 

"Real Life" is a series of podcasts that focuses on inspirational day-to-day people and how they navigate the course other lives. In this episode Femi Ibiwoye interviews Tope Abulude, an award winning designer and events professional based in Essex, UK. The questions cover a personal fact-find, principles for business resilience, a discussion around the pandemic and uncovers faith-based principles to make a success of life. Interview was conducted in Balloon Inspirations Design Studio, +447956562543, www.ballooninspirations.com. 

"Real Life" is a series of podcasts that focuses on inspirational day-to-day people and how they navigate the course other lives. In this episode Femi Ibiwoye interviews Bunmi Folarin, a business analyst and events professional based in London, UK. The questions cover a personal fact-find, tips for staying ahead in the corporate world, a discussion around the pandemic and uncovers faith-based principles to make a success of life.

"Real Life" is a series of podcasts that focuses on inspirational day-to-day people and how they navigate the course other lives. In this episode Femi Ibiwoye interviews Kayode Oremakinde, a medical doctor and pastor based in London, UK. The questions cover a personal fact-find, discussion around the pandemic and uncovers faith-based principles to make a success of life.