Sound Minds With Tolu Afilaka

TOLU AFILAKA
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Sound Minds is a podcast for people who want to think clearly. It connects Africa’s sharpest and most honest voices to a generation that refuses to stay shallow. Tolu Afilaka sits across from founders, pastors, creatives, policymakers, and people who have actually lived the questions faith, leadership, business, culture, pressure, purpose. You get the stories behind the titles, the doubts behind the certainty, and the kind of conversations that leave you with language for your own life. Sound Minds has become a place where Africa comes to think out loud. And where the next generation comes to learn how to win without losing their mind. Follow to become a part of it. Tolu Afilaka is a Nigerian entrepreneur, media executive, and storyteller passionate about shaping conversations that matter. As host of Sound Minds, he engages Africa’s leading founders, executives, creatives, policymakers, and changemakers in conversations on leadership, business, culture, innovation, and personal growth creating stories that educate, inspire, and influence the next generation. Contact Bookings, Partnerships & Media Enquiries 📧 toluafilakamedia@gmail.com Podcast Enquiries 📧 toluafilakamedia@gmail.com Phone / WhatsApp 📞 +234 705 683 1218 Instagram @thatsmytimepod @soundmindspodcast_ LinkedIn Tolu Afilaka Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 1d ago

    #48 - MOROMOLUWATIKETIKE: I’ve Always Been This Happy

    In this episode of Sound Mind Podcast, Tolu Afilaka sits with Moromoluwa Atiketi — ordained pastor, creator, wife and mother. The conversation starts where people still whisper. Her manager impregnated her. Don’t mix business and pleasure. She said it happened twice. Then she talks about loving her husband, raising brilliant children, and why home is peace. She also opens up about becoming “Arsenal wife,” the season her content exploded, and why she treats joy like an assignment. Bad days exist. Exhaustion exists. But the devil can take money and opportunity. The moment he takes your joy and your worship, that is the real loss. Later, she talks about proximity to Daddy GO and Mummy Faith through her husband’s work with the mission — including Grandma calling two hours after she gave birth. A warm, honest conversation on marriage, content, faith and staying happy on purpose. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  2. Sep 9

    #47- Daniel Etim Effiong: How I Handle Kissing Scenes as a Christian Actor

    Christians keep asking Daniel Etim Effiong how he does kissing scenes. In this episode of Sound Mind Podcast, he answers it directly. He talks about why he says there is no clean split between sacred and secular, the condition of the heart, and the question he asked a young actress in church: would you ask a gynecologist that? He also shares what he told her about fear, the industry, and staying submitted if God is the one who sent you there. The full conversation also covers his childhood, the accusation that broke him, marriage, and the path he believes God pulled him off. Listen now on Sound Mind Podcast. Daniel Etim Effiong, kissing scenes, Christian actor, Nollywood, sacred vs secular, Sound Mind Podcast, Tolu Afilaka #DanielEtimEffiong #Nollywood #ChristianActor #SoundMindPodcast #Faith #Podcas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  3. Aug 29

    #46 - Anthony Azekwoh: What Covenant University Did to Me — And Why I Still Said No

    In this episode of Sound Mind Podcast, Tolu Afilaka sits with artist and sculptor Anthony Azekwoh. They go back to Covenant University — the viral essay, the disciplinary hearing, the relegation, and the years that followed. Anthony shares how speaking up almost destroyed his life, how he watched friends graduate from an Airbnb, and why high blood pressure at 18 became part of the story. He also talks about leaving chemical engineering for art, why graphic design was only a gateway, and why he refused when the same school later invited him back after he became successful. A raw conversation about art, punishment, survival, and the cost of telling the truth. Anthony Azekwoh, Covenant University, Nigerian artist, sculptor, viral essay, relegated from school, Sound Mind Podcast, Tolu Afilaka, leaving engineering for art #AnthonyAzekwoh #CovenantUniversity #SoundMindPodcast #NigerianArtist #Sculpture #CreativeJourney Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  4. Aug 21

    #45 - BABATUNDE DADA: I Left the UK to Build a Finance Company for the Underserved in Nigeria

    Most people leave Nigeria looking for a better life. Babatunde Dada did the opposite. After studying and working abroad, he returned to build Nolt Finance — a company focused on the “underserved.” In this conversation, he shares: Why he always planned to come back to NigeriaHow long it took to get a CBN licenseWhy his first customers were familyWhy trust is the real product in financeWhat young people get wrong about building businessesThe discipline required to stay consistentA calm, practical, and insightful conversation about building in Nigeria. Babatunde Dada, Nolt Finance, CBN license, Nigerian finance, underserved, trust in finance, starting a bank in Nigeria, entrepreneurship Nigeria, Sound Mind Podcast, Tolu Afilaka #BabatundeDada #NoltFinance #SoundMindPodcast #NigerianFinance #Entrepreneurship #CBN #BuildingInNigeria Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  5. Aug 15

    #44 - Dog Breeders Expose the Scams, Risks & Real Money in the Industry

    Most people only see dogs as pets or security. Very few understand the real industry behind them. In this episode, I sat with two of Nigeria’s respected dog breeders — Shigo (Preble Kennel) and Timo (Watchers Kennel) — for a raw conversation about: • The emotional side of owning and breeding dogs • The deadly risk of Parvo that can wipe out a whole kennel • Scams involving fake bloodlines and dyed dogs • Why breeding is more science than luck • The difference between pet, breeding and show quality dogs • Why raw feeding produces stronger dogs • How much proper dogs actually cost in Nigeria • The rise of Pet HMOs and pet taxis This episode changes how you see dogs and the business around them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  6. Aug 7

    #43- DR. DAMOLA ADEGBOYE: From MC to Doctorate – Lessons on Growth, Diplomacy & Nation Building

    In this episode of Sound Mind Podcast, Tolu Afilaka sits with his mentor, Dr. Damola Adegboye — seasoned MC, comedian, and newly minted doctorate holder. Dr. Damola shares the focus of his PhD research on the complex relationship between Nigeria and South Africa — the competition, the cooperation, the historical context, and why tension continues to exist despite deep ties. He also breaks down a powerful framework for national development, what he calls the four legs every serious nation must stand on: Strong institutions that are bigger than individualsClear consequences for actions and inactionsResponsive and proactive leadershipResponsible followership Beyond politics and research, he opens up about life on the stage — emotional intelligence, diplomacy with difficult clients, learning from younger people, running an initiative that celebrates public school students, and mentoring the next generation of MCs. This is a rich, grounded, and insightful conversation that moves between comedy, academia, and nation-building. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  7. Jul 31

    #42 - IDY Archibong: Faith, Campus, the UK & Staying on Fire for God | Sound Mind Podcast

    In this soul-lifting conversation, IDY Archibong sits with Tolu Afilaka to share her journey of faith — from Covenant University and the Methodist church, to moving alone to the UK, and learning how to stay spiritually alive in a new environment. She opens up about: What campus life and COVID were really like for herHow she found a deeper hunger for GodPractical ways she stayed consistent with prayer and community in the UKWhy she never planned to build a large followingThe Bible characters that have shaped her walkHonest advice for anyone who feels lost or has backsliddenThis is a calm, honest, and deeply encouraging episode for anyone trying to stay close to God while building their life. Listen and be strengthened. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  8. Jul 24

    #41 - Love Abolade: What It Really Means to Live for God

    Millions know Love Abolade for her voice, but few know the story behind it. In this episode of the Sound Minds Podcast, Tolu Afilaka sits down with worship minister Love Abolade for an honest conversation about faith, purpose, discipline, and the unseen journey behind public ministry. Love shares how she encountered God at university, why she spent hours in prayer, what shaped her approach to worship, and why she believes excellence is an act of worship. She also discusses why she doesn't listen to Afrobeats for entertainment, the lessons she learnt from studying Beyoncé's preparation for Coachella, whether churches should pay music ministers, and the biggest lessons she's learnt from Pastor Emmanuel Iren. Whether you're a creative, entrepreneur, leader, or someone seeking a deeper walk with God, this conversation offers practical wisdom on purpose, excellence, and staying grounded in your faith. In this episode:How encountering God changed her lifeWhy she prayed through the night as a studentThe discipline behind worship ministryWhy she doesn't listen to AfrobeatsWhat Beyoncé taught her about excellenceShould churches pay music ministers?The importance of purpose over ambitionLessons from Pastor Emmanuel IrenWhy her greatest desire is simply to remain close to GodIf you enjoyed this episode, follow Sound Minds Podcast and leave a rating or review—it helps more people discover these conversations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Sound Minds is a podcast for people who want to think clearly. It connects Africa’s sharpest and most honest voices to a generation that refuses to stay shallow. Tolu Afilaka sits across from founders, pastors, creatives, policymakers, and people who have actually lived the questions faith, leadership, business, culture, pressure, purpose. You get the stories behind the titles, the doubts behind the certainty, and the kind of conversations that leave you with language for your own life. Sound Minds has become a place where Africa comes to think out loud. And where the next generation comes to learn how to win without losing their mind. Follow to become a part of it. Tolu Afilaka is a Nigerian entrepreneur, media executive, and storyteller passionate about shaping conversations that matter. As host of Sound Minds, he engages Africa’s leading founders, executives, creatives, policymakers, and changemakers in conversations on leadership, business, culture, innovation, and personal growth creating stories that educate, inspire, and influence the next generation. Contact Bookings, Partnerships & Media Enquiries 📧 toluafilakamedia@gmail.com Podcast Enquiries 📧 toluafilakamedia@gmail.com Phone / WhatsApp 📞 +234 705 683 1218 Instagram @thatsmytimepod @soundmindspodcast_ LinkedIn Tolu Afilaka Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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