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The POK Experience is a podcast where no topic is off-limits, offering unfiltered conversations about life, society, culture, and everything in between. Inspired by the free-flowing, thought-provoking format of The Joe Rogan Experience, it dives into diverse subjects, including personal growth, current events, science, relationships, and untold stories from fascinating guests. Hosted by Olawumi Peter Kolawole, it creates a space for meaningful dialogue, fresh perspectives, and sometimes a bit of humor. Whether through expert interviews or solo reflections, the POK Experience invites listeners

  1. 3d ago

    134: Product Management: AI, Jobs, and Developers Headache - Afolabi Oladeinde

    In Episode 134, host Olawumi Kolawole (POK) sits down with Afolabi Oladeinde to unpack the realities of modern product management. From landing your very first role and managing engineering friction to navigating AI adoption and long-term career viability, this episode covers the essential playbook for both aspiring and experienced PMs. ⏱️ Timestamps / Chapters00:39 – Intro01:54 – How to Land Your First Job as a Product Manager06:42 – Do Product Managers Care About the Business Side of Things? 09:28 – Do PMs Prioritize Aesthetics of Their Product Over Revenue? 13:31 – Is the Popularity of Product Management Going Down?15:45 – How Has AI Impacted Product Management? 22:25 – Developers Headache: How to Deal with Developers as a Product Manager 29:48 – Have Books Helped You Become a Better PM?35:08 – PM Trivia

    134: Product Management: AI, Jobs, and Developers Headache - Afolabi Oladeinde

  2. Sep 11

    133. The Blueprint to Becoming Global Professional From Anywhere in the World - Princewill Akuma

    Can you become a globally recognized talent without ever leaving Lagos? What really happens when skilled African professionals relocate to the UK job market? In this episode, Princewill breaks down the exact blueprint for transitioning from a local operator to an international high-earner.We cut through the noise on skill mastery versus strategic positioning, the reality behind building visibility on LinkedIn, why freelancing often turns into a career trap, and how to harness AI tools to remain competitive worldwide.Timestamps00:00 – Intro02:00 – Who is a global talent?03:36 – Which is more important to become a global talent? Skill or positioning?06:35 – How can a global talent brand become visible?11:36 – "The people that work do not have time for LinkedIn"15:22 – Why is it hard for people that relocate to UK from Nigeria struggling to find jobs?23:50 – Soft skill you should have as a new immigrant in the UK looking for job?28:15 – If I don't leave Lagos, can I be a global talent?31:15 – How can local operators self evaluate their work on a global scale?34:44 – How important is my AI skill if I want to become a global talent? (How freelancing become a trap)40:04 – Trivia: get to know princewill more48:30 – Final words from Princewill

    133. The Blueprint to Becoming Global Professional From Anywhere in the World - Princewill Akuma

  3. Aug 28

    132. Cracking Meta Ads in 2026: Budgeting, Creatives, and Scaling - ThankGod Akpan

    In this episode of the POK Experience, we sit down with media buyer ThankGod Akpan for a deep dive into mastering Meta Ads in 2026. Whether you are running campaigns with a lean ₦2,000 daily budget or managing large-scale brand spends, this conversation breaks down the mechanics of sustainable growth, creative testing, and modern campaign structure. From uncovering winning ad creatives to understanding why low-fi content often beats high-production studio shoots, ThankGod shares practical frameworks for diagnosing ad fatigue, fixing poor conversion rates, and knowing exactly when to kill underperforming ads. Timestamps: 00:55 – Is ₦2,000 a day too small a budget to spend per day? 02:43 – How to set a sustainable daily budget on Meta 04:47 – How should advertisers spread their budget? 06:42 – How do you find a winning creative/ad? 09:18 – Is UGC/creative production part of your work as an ads person? 12:22 – Is there any scenario where detailed targeting still works? 14:14 – How do you decide when to kill underperforming ads? 16:24 – How important is the product to the performance of your ads? 19:19 – Do you talk to your clients about retention? 20:57 – Why low-quality/lo-fi content outperforms high-resolution studio content 24:12 – How to diagnose a creative that suddenly stopped performing 27:03 – How many ad sets are too many per campaign? 28:40 – How to deal with having multiple new products 31:00 – How beginner media buyers should approach service pricing 33:24 – What to do if CTR is high but CVR is low 37:00 – Is retargeting dead? 38:39 – Trivia: This or That 41:27 – CBO vs. ABO: When does each work best? Don't forget to like, subscribe, and drop your questions in the comments below!

    132. Cracking Meta Ads in 2026: Budgeting, Creatives, and Scaling - ThankGod Akpan

  4. Aug 1

    131. Growth Marketing Masterclass: Communities, Revenue, and Startup Mistakes - Feranmi Ajetomobi

    In this episode, we sit down with growth expert Feranmi Ajetomobi to break down what it actually takes to scale a startup, build a high-ROI community, and transition from a traditional digital marketer into a high-impact growth marketer.From his early days landing a role at Cowrywise via a cold DM to uncovering why modern dollar card tech companies often fail, Feranmi shares raw, actionable insights for founders, marketers, and creators alike.Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more deep dives into marketing and growth strategy!

    131. Growth Marketing Masterclass: Communities, Revenue, and Startup Mistakes - Feranmi Ajetomobi

  5. Jul 27

    130. How Badly do You want it? - POK

    In this episode, POK shares a deeply personal story from his university days. For a long time, he believed that student politics cost him his First Class degree. But after a moment of brutal self-reflection, he realized the hard truth: he didn't miss out because of politics. He missed out because he didn't want it badly enough. If he truly did, he would have achieved it—because many others before him had done exactly that. This realization birthed the core message of today’s episode. So many of the things we say we want—the dream career, the fitness goals, the successful business—are just wishes. The truth is, we just don't want them badly enough to pay the price. Are you actually willing to do what it takes, or are you just comforting yourself with excuses? Tune in to challenge your mindset, audit your desires, and find out how badly you really want success.

    130. How Badly do You want it? - POK

  6. Jul 17

    129. The Brutal Truth About Building a Business Online in Lagos - Temi Akanmode (Tijo)

    From a single viral tweet to one of the most talked-about clothing brands in Lagos—how did Temi Akanmode (Tijo) actually build Tees and Co.? In this episode of the POK Experience, we sit down with Tijo to pull back the curtain on what it really takes to run an e-commerce brand in Nigeria. We dive deep into the operational nightmares of logistics, why she believes work-life balance is a myth, the power of building automated systems, and her candid advice for young Nigerians looking to quit their 9-to-5s. If you are an aspiring entrepreneur, fashion founder, or just curious about the reality of doing business in Lagos, this conversation is a goldmine.Check out Tees and Co: https://x.com/TeesandCo_ 🕒 TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction 02:08 - Why you should take Customer Service So Seriously 03:30 - How You Win (and Lose) Customers Through Communication 04:10 - What Actually Keeps Customers Coming Back 04:51 - If you sell online, you are in a business of Convenience 05:52 - Building Frictionless Internal Processes 19:47 - Pricing Strategy: Why Cheap Rent Controls Your Business 21:39 - Does Gender Play a Role in Customer Service? 24:16 - Why Building Systems is the Only Way to Scale 33:20 - The Truth About Work-Life Balance in Lagos 37:55 - How Tees & Co. Plans to Scale Next 45:16 - Capital, Logistics, or Materials: What’s the Hardest Part of Scaling a business in Lagos? 48:25 - The Biggest Mistakes and Lessons Learned the Hard Way 50:10 - Tijo’s Final Message to Aspiring Founders (9-to-5 Advice)

    129. The Brutal Truth About Building a Business Online in Lagos - Temi Akanmode (Tijo)

  7. Jul 10

    128. Algorithmic Fatigue: Why Consumers are Craving Surreal Reality - 'Femi Anthony

    Are we finally exhausted by the algorithm? In this episode, Femi Anthony breaks down a massive shift in consumer behavior: the transition from chasing traditional luxury to craving a surreal reality. We dive deep into why modern marketing is becoming more expensive, the illusion of social media, and the hard truth about the African market—including why, by global standards, no Nigerian brand has truly achieved luxury status yet. Whether you are a marketer, creator, or brand strategist, this episode is a masterclass on culture, affluence, and bringing the human touch back to business.If you’re ready to stop just performing and start engineering actual cultural impact, hit that subscribe button and let’s dive in. TIMESTAMPS 00:01 – Why are people seeking surreal experience? 4:17 – Nike rip the script campaign. 8:00 – Is it algorithm fatigue that is making people seek surreal experience? 11:21 – Is going viral based on luck? 18:00 – How to engineer virality with human touch. 21:59 – Everybody is performing, you should perform too. 24:00 – Samsung flip the phone campaign. 28:00 – How to engineer UGC in FMCG. 28:28 – How to engineer viral content in Nigeria. 30:00 – Social media is not real life. 34:11 – Are Influencers truly influencers or they are amplifiers?38:50 – There's no Nigerian brand that is luxury by standard. 49:20 – 3 things to take into account before working on a campaign. 50:02 – How do you understand the audience of a brand. 52:30 – Does consumers seeking surreal experience has it made marketing more expensive?

    128. Algorithmic Fatigue: Why Consumers are Craving Surreal Reality - 'Femi Anthony

  8. Jul 3

    127. Navigating Nigerian Corporate Culture: Office Politics, Salary Jumps, & Talent Poaching - Felix Bissong (The Gen Z HR)

    Can you actually avoid office politics, or is putting your head down and "just doing your work" a complete trap? In this episode, we sit down with Felix Bissong (The GenZ HR) to unpack the brutal reality of corporate life, talent poaching, and how to navigate office dynamics without losing your soul. We also dive deep into the numbers—discussing exactly how to negotiate a raise, the top-paying roles right now, and a realistic roadmap to scale your income from 300k to 1 Million in just two years. Whether you're a job seeker wondering why you're getting rejected for roles you qualify for, or a professional trying to survive corporate warfare, this masterclass is for you. 00:00 - Introduction01:00 - Are Gen Z too fragile?03:19 - Why should Gen Z care about office politics?13:08 - Why people miss jobs they are qualified for?19:59 - Do we have a talent problem in Nigeria?23:40 - Why corporates poach talent28:00 - Why Gen Z should be micromanaged30:11 - How do I discuss a raise at work?37:00 - How do I spot company culture from afar?40:11 - Will Gen Z be better managers than Millennials?42:42 - Top 3 paying roles out there45:10 - What should I study as a 17-year-old?47:28 - How to go from 300k to 1 million in 2 years52:10 - Average salary of roles in Nigeria57:00 - Final note

    127. Navigating Nigerian Corporate Culture: Office Politics, Salary Jumps, & Talent Poaching - Felix Bissong (The Gen Z HR)
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The POK Experience is a podcast where no topic is off-limits, offering unfiltered conversations about life, society, culture, and everything in between. Inspired by the free-flowing, thought-provoking format of The Joe Rogan Experience, it dives into diverse subjects, including personal growth, current events, science, relationships, and untold stories from fascinating guests. Hosted by Olawumi Peter Kolawole, it creates a space for meaningful dialogue, fresh perspectives, and sometimes a bit of humor. Whether through expert interviews or solo reflections, the POK Experience invites listeners

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  • Creator
    Olawumi Kolawole
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    154
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    Explicit
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    © Olawumi Kolawole
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