Breakfast & Launch

Taiwo Ash
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Sit for Breakfast and Launch—hearty conversations on life, career pivots, and building toward purpose. Hosted by Taiwo Ash, this show brings you a seat at the table with global guests who have navigated the messy middle of change to find their "why." Think of every episode as the most important meal of your day: the mental fuel, fresh perspectives, and actionable strategies you need to stop stalling and start moving. Whether you’re eyeing a major career pivot or redesigning your life from the ground up, this meal will prepare you for launch.

Episodes

  1. 2h ago

    You Have to Earn the Right to Be Yourself

    Every creator has heard the advice: "Just be yourself." But what if that's only half the truth? In this conversation with writer and creative Folakemi Oseni, we explore one of the biggest tensions every artist eventually faces: staying authentic while building an audience. We discuss: • Why I deleted the first episode of this podcast • The difference between artists and content creators • Whether writers should think about SEO • Why creative freedom has to be earned • What Kendrick Lamar can teach us about artistic growth • Balancing self-expression with serving an audience If you're a writer, musician, designer, entrepreneur, or anyone trying to build something meaningful online, this conversation is for you. Chapters 00:00 Why I deleted my first podcast episode 00:33 Do creators always need to solve a problem? 01:43 The battle between artists and service providers 03:20 Should artists think about SEO? 04:15 You have to earn the right to be yourself 05:17 Earning creative freedom (Kendrick Lamar) 09:11 Self-expression as a career 10:34 The Creative Compromise Subscribe for more conversations on creativity, purpose, faith, and building a life that's true to who you are.

  2. 2h ago

    Can God Speak Through Ordinary Things?

    Can God use something as ordinary as a cat to begin changing someone's heart? In this episode of Breakfast & Launch, I sit down with writer and creative Folakemi Oseni for a conversation that begins with an unexpected story about growing up afraid of cats and slowly unfolds into a much deeper discussion about faith, spiritual growth, and learning to recognise God's voice. We explore: • Why many Nigerians grow up fearing cats • The dream that unexpectedly changed everything • Whether God works through ordinary moments • Moving from routine religion to genuine relationship with God • The question that transformed Folakemi's prayer life • What it really means to hear God's voice Sometimes the most meaningful conversations begin in the most unexpected places. Chapters 00:00 Welcome 00:05 Why Nigerians Fear Cats 01:18 The Dream That Changed Everything 02:21 Finally Adopting a Cat 03:30 Choosing the Cat Nobody Wanted 04:17 Learning to Be a First-Time Cat Owner 05:27 Was That Dream From God? 07:01 From Religion to Relationship 08:06 "Do You Love Me?" 09:08 Learning to Hear God's Voice 10:32 Why Conversations Like This Matter

  3. 4d ago

    Finding Peace at Home | Healing Family Relationships & Childhood Wounds | Eniola Alese

    What happens when the people you love don't approve of the life you've chosen? In this second conversation with Eniola, we move away from careers and into something even more personal: family, childhood wounds, healing, and learning to live free from the opinions of others. Together, we explore what healing actually looks like, why closure isn't always possible, and how maturity allows us to respond with love instead of reacting from old pain. If you've ever struggled with family expectations, difficult relationships, or finding peace within yourself, this conversation is for you. Chapters00:02 Living Beyond Others' Expectations 03:04 Healing the Voice of Disapproval 04:01 Healing from Family Trauma: Maturity and Love 05:54 What Healing Really Means 06:55 From Conflict to Compassion 09:12 When Closure Never Comes 10:36 From Reacting to Responding 11:59 A Rare Gem Subscribe for more thoughtful conversations on purpose, work, faith, and building an aligned life. Connect 📰 Newsletter: https://taiwoash.com

  4. 4d ago

    Success Wasn't Enough | Why She Left Google to Pursue a More Present Life | Eniola Alese

    Eniola achieved what many people dream of. She became an AI engineer at Google. But after getting there, she realized success wasn't the freedom she had been searching for. In this conversation, we explore the journey from ambition to alignment—how she went from manifesting her dream job, to failing and eventually acing the Google interview, to making the difficult decision to leave a prestigious career in pursuit of a more present and meaningful life. Along the way, we discuss fear, faith, diligence, purpose, and why sometimes the life you've worked hardest to build isn't the one you're ultimately called to live. Chapters 00:00 A Season of Peace 00:50 Chasing the Google Dream 03:13 From Failure to Google: Preparing for Success 06:08 When Success Wasn't Enough 08:34 Trusting God Beyond a Paycheck 10:04 Finding Purpose Through Stillness Subscribe for more thoughtful conversations on purpose, work, faith, and building an aligned life.

  5. Jul 13

    The Most Underestimated Career in Tech (Until You Understand It) | Ayomike Abdullai Makinde

    Most people think Customer Support is where careers begin—not where meaningful careers are built. In this episode of Breakfast & Launch, I sit down with Ayomide Abdullahi-Makinde, a Customer Support Specialist and advocate who is helping professionals around the world see the role differently. What started as a job she never planned to pursue became a career she now passionately champions. The turning point? Realizing she was responsible for accounts worth over ₦1 billion, and that Support wasn't simply answering tickets—it was driving real business outcomes. A long the way, we discuss: Why Customer Support is one of tech's most misunderstood rolesHow a great manager changed Ayomide's perspective on her careerWhy Support professionals often underestimate their own valueCareer growth opportunities beyond frontline supportBuilding a personal brand by creating value instead of chasing virality Whether you're in Customer Support, Customer Success, Operations—or simply trying to build a meaningful career—you'll find ideas here that challenge conventional thinking. Guest: Ayomide Abdullahi-Makinde Customer Support Specialist | LinkedIn Educator | Career Advocate If this conversation gave you something to think about, consider subscribing to Breakfast & Launch for thoughtful conversations with people building meaningful lives. Chapters: 00:00 – The billion-naira realization 00:20 – Meet Ayomide 01:09 – From sociology to Customer Support 03:40 – Starting a career in tech 04:58 – Learning Support from a great manager 06:18 – Why Support is often underestimated 08:39 – The moment everything changed 11:31 – The promise of a career in Support 12:54 – Personal branding through value About Breakfast & Launch Breakfast & Launch is a podcast about building purposefully. Each week, we sit down with thoughtful people to explore the ideas, decisions, and experiences that shape meaningful work and meaningful lives.

  6. Jul 9

    He lost his father at 12. That changed everything | David Kenny

    David Kenny is one of the creative minds behind some of Africa's biggest podcasts, but long before music production and digital media, his life took a dramatic turn. At just 12 years old, he lost his father and suddenly found himself helping lead his family while trying to discover his own future. In this conversation, we discuss: • Losing a parent at a young age • Becoming responsible before you feel ready • Music production and creative work • Learning to trust God's leading • Receiving feedback as an artist • Building a career through creativity and character If you're navigating uncertainty, building a creative career, or wondering how difficult seasons shape us, I think you'll find encouragement in David's story. You can find David on Instagram at @_davidkenny_ or LinkedIn as David Ayokunle Durojaiye. You can contact us at taiwoash.com or follow our LinkedIn page at Breakfast and Launch Podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider following the show and leaving a rating on your preferred podcast platform.

  7. Jun 29

    Why I'm starting a podcast in 2026 | Welcome to Breakfast and Launch

    Before I begin inviting guests into Breakfast & Launch, I thought it would only be fair to introduce myself. In this episode, I share why I'm starting a podcast in 2026, where the name Breakfast & Launch came from, why I chose conversations over monologues, and what you can expect from the episodes ahead. Breakfast & Launch is built on one simple idea: Thoughtful people build meaningful lives—and we learn to build better by learning from one another. Whether you're building a career, a business, a ministry, a family, or simply trying to become the person you're meant to be, I hope these conversations leave you better equipped to build with intention. Welcome to Breakfast & Launch. In this episode 00:00 A podcast is a magical thing... 00:07 Welcome 00:27 Who I Am 01:14 Why I'm Starting a Podcast 02:36 The Story Behind Breakfast & Launch 05:02 The Vision 05:28 Why Interviews Instead of Monologues? 06:46 How I Choose Guests 08:31 What You Can Expect 📬 Join my weekly newsletter: https://taiwoash.com Subscribe for thoughtful conversations on career, purpose, faith, and building a meaningful life.

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Sit for Breakfast and Launch—hearty conversations on life, career pivots, and building toward purpose. Hosted by Taiwo Ash, this show brings you a seat at the table with global guests who have navigated the messy middle of change to find their "why." Think of every episode as the most important meal of your day: the mental fuel, fresh perspectives, and actionable strategies you need to stop stalling and start moving. Whether you’re eyeing a major career pivot or redesigning your life from the ground up, this meal will prepare you for launch.

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  • Creator
    Taiwo Ash
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    7
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Taiwo Ash