Beyond the Base

Baseman Olu

We challenge negative Gen Z stereotypes and share success stories and insights that inspire young people to dream bigger. Each episode dives deep into the journeys, insights, and stories of young achievers, creators, and thinkers shaping the future.

  1. JAN 31

    How Broke is GenZ?

    How broke is Gen Z in Nigeria? And why does it feel like many are struggling? In this episode of Beyond The Base, we sit down with Samuel Aladegbaye, a certified financial and investment analyst who studies money for a living, to break down the realities of finance, work, and survival for young people in Nigeria’s economy. Samuel has been featured on CNBC Africa, Arise News, and has spoken at the Nigerian Association of Petroleum Explorations. In this conversation, he helps us make sense of money beyond the noise — from inflation and policy changes to why Gen Z is working multiple jobs just to stay afloat. We talk about how Samuel’s journey into finance started during the COVID era, how a famous investor turning $20 million into $2 billion sparked his obsession with markets, and how cold-messaging his way into the industry landed him his first job in finance. Beyond personal stories, this episode dives into Nigeria’s economic future, including bank recapitalisation, government policy shifts, and what sectors may offer real opportunities in the years ahead. Samuel also shares practical insights for young people trying to build wealth, invest wisely, and think long-term in a country where the cost of living keeps rising. If you’ve ever felt confused about money, anxious about the future, or pressured to “figure it all out” too early — this episode is for you.

    50 min

  2. JAN 17

    Just because it’s legal… does that make it right? ft Nimi Edimeh

    What happens when the law allows something… but morality questions it? In this episode of Beyond The Base, we sit down with Nimi Edimeh — a corporate commercial lawyer and event host popularly known as “the social lawyer” — to unpack the tension between law, power, and justice in Nigeria. We talk about: What corporate commercial lawyers actually do Why the legal profession is deeply conservative Whether lawyers are allowed to have side hustles The real meaning of justice in law (and the Latin principles behind it) Presidential pardons in Nigeria — legal power vs moral responsibility Why Nigerian leaders often act only when issues become PR crises This episode is honest, reflective, and necessary, especially in a time when legality and morality are no longer synonymous. Plus, we end on a lighter note with the Snack Challenge with Munchit 🍿 🎧 Listen, reflect, and tell us what you think. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share if this conversation resonates with you.

    49 min

  3. JAN 10

    Our 2025 End of the Year Special🎊 🎉

    In this episode of Beyond the Base, it’s just us, Baseman and Ibidapo, reflecting on the year that was, the journey of Season One, our favourite episodes so far, and the story behind getting our very first sponsor. This wasn’t a planned episode. We had a studio booking we couldn’t waste, and what came out of it was a real, laid-back conversation about growth, consistency, friendship, and building something from scratch. If you’ve been part of the Beyond the Base journey since day one (or you’re just finding us), this episode is for you. Thank you for listening, supporting, and growing with us. Here’s to more conversations in 2026.

    27 min

  4. 12/25/2025

    Christmas Reflections, Growth and Big Wins

    Merry Christmas, Beautiful People🎄 🎊🎉❤️ Beyond The Base is here with a Boxing Day present for you 🎁 (if you’re good at unboxing, you’ll know that our gift is wrapped in a beautiful episode. ) It’s our Christmas episode, and we have a very special guest with us: Grace James, an entrepreneur, climate educator, and social impact activist. Grace is no stranger to the pod. She was actually our very first guest on the show back in April. And she’s here again with a lot of stories and lessons for us. In this episode, we reflect on what winning really looks like, beyond the celebration, the glitz and the glamour. From success and money to expectations, public pressure, and the realities of navigating life in today’s Nigeria, this conversation took turns we didn’t anticipate but needed. It’s an honest, reflective end-of-year discussion about winning, growth, and the conversations no one prepares you for. We ended the episode mentioning all that we’re grateful for. We’re sure you have things you’re grateful for as well. Comment below 2 things you’re grateful for in 2025!

    47 min

  5. 12/18/2025

    Why Status Matters Too Much in Nigeria

    Ladies and gentlemen, Beyond The Base is back for a new season!! Yes, you heard that right!Your faves are back with a banger. We’re starting off our second season by catching up on all the crazy things that happened this year. From overcrowded networking events to the classism based off of people’s phones that , the newest iPhone, and everything in between. We also got our first sponsor 🎉, and this season we are starting a games series. Watch out! You just might be the lucky winner of several prizes we have in store. Trust me, you don't want to miss this season. If you enjoyed this episode like and click the subscribe button, and also share some of your thoughts on listening to the podcast so far. Make sure to follow us on: Twitter Instagram Tiktok

    32 min
  6. Why did we start a podcast?

    10/24/2025

    Why did we start a podcast?

    Do you know what this podcast is really about? If you've been listening to us for a while now, then you probably get the gist. But just in case you don't, we're here to break it down. We started the Beyond the Base podcast to challenge the harmful Gen Z stereotypes that are so prevalent today. Sadly, older generations see us as lazy, rude or unconventional But in the real sense, we’re a generation that is ambitious, informed, and unapologetically hardworking. Our podcast is here to break stereotypes, share success stories, and provide insights that inspire young people to dream bigger, act smarter, and lead confidently.

    48 min
  7. Are Nepo babies more ambitious than everyone else?

    10/11/2025

    Are Nepo babies more ambitious than everyone else?

    Have you ever wondered what life feels like for people born with the unnatural advantage of being limitless, those who grow up surrounded by abundance and privilege, free to take risks others can’t afford? People who don’t believe in financial ceilings because they’ve never had to live under one. This is the life of a Nepo Baby. In this episode of Beyond the Base, Precious, Ibidapo, and Baseman unpacked the realities of Nepo Babies versus Lapo Babies — exploring how privilege shapes ambition and how motivation differs when you’re driven by legacy rather than survival. It’s a candid, thought-provoking conversation about class, opportunity, and the silent pressures behind success. 🎧 Listen now and join the conversation.

    49 min
  8. Can you succeed in Nigeria without connections? Ep 13 Ft Laotan

    09/12/2025

    Can you succeed in Nigeria without connections? Ep 13 Ft Laotan

    This week, we’re joined by the one and only Laotan Faji, a scholar, musical composer and all-around fun guy. Laotan is one of the most patriotic and informed people we know and in this episode, we talked about everything from the astronomical inflation in Nigeria to the aviation scandals that happened in August. There are so many issues to address, but we focused on the "big-manism" culture in Nigeria, where you can get away with almost anything if you are financially successful and have enough “connections” in high places. At the end of the day, Nigeria feels like a never-ending reality show; A series you can’t stop watching, sometimes funny, sometimes frustrating, but always unpredictable. Hope you enjoy this episode!!! Make sure to follow us on Twitter: https://x.com/thebaselineblog Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebaseline.pod/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebaseline.pod

    48 min
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We challenge negative Gen Z stereotypes and share success stories and insights that inspire young people to dream bigger. Each episode dives deep into the journeys, insights, and stories of young achievers, creators, and thinkers shaping the future.

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  • Creator
    Baseman Olu
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    20
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Baseman Olu
  • Show Website
    Beyond the Base