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Overnight Wisdom is a show where Chisom Udeze, award-winning Economist, business leader and entrepreneur, engages in deep and reflective conversations with leaders, artists, thinkers and change-makers from around the world. Together, they explore leadership, business growth, joy, purpose, power, identity, memory, resilience and the lifelong practice of returning to oneself. These are the defining forces that shape how we lead, work and live. Each episode uncovers the habits, worldview and philosophy that guide our guests. The conversations move between career, creativity, well-being, psychology, and what it truly means to build a life that is successful on your own terms. This is not a show about performance. It is a space for clarity. You will hear personal stories, research-based insights, lived wisdom and practical strategies for leading with courage, building with intention and choosing a meaningful life, whatever that may mean to you.

  1. 6D AGO

    Networks, Rituals, Artifacts, and Language: Culture as a Living System with Jonathan Akwue

    In this conversation, Chisom speaks with Jonathan Akwue about legacy, leadership, creative capital, and the business of culture. From his serendipitous family origin story to leading one of the most culturally influential agencies in the world, Jonathan shares the personal and professional threads that shaped his journey. He opens with a serendipitous account of how his Swiss mother met his Nigerian father in London in 1963 — a story of kindness, intuition, and destiny — and reflects on how growing up in South London shaped his early fascination with advertising. A childhood encounter with a mysterious bus shelter ad sparked his obsession with the psychology of persuasion and storytelling. Jonathan breaks down the difference between advertising that interrupts and advertising that connects, explaining how Translation works at the intersection of culture, creativity, and commerce. He outlines a powerful framework for understanding culture: through networks, rituals, artifacts, and language — and how brands can either earn trust or be rejected if they don’t engage with authenticity. The conversation spans: The evolution of Translation and UnitedMasters, and how both empower creators and brands through culture.Why culture is fluid, and the future of influence lies in Lagos, Santiago, and Cape Town, not just New York or LA.The myth of leadership apathy in Gen Z, and why youth-led creator economies redefine power and aspiration.How AI and generative tools are changing the rules — and why those who don’t adapt will be left behind.The ethical complexity of branding, cancel culture, and what it really means to lead with values in a volatile world.Jonathan shares his leadership philosophy — anchored in responsibility, humility, and mentoring the next generation — and why he wants Translation to become the definitive global market leader in culture. The episode ends on a deeply personal note, with Jonathan reflecting on legacy & family. LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/jonathanakwue Translation LLC: https://instagram.com/wearetranslation UnitedMasters: https://instagram.com/unit Support the show ----------------------------------- Streaming & Social Links Visit our website https://overnightwisdom.com/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@Chisom-Udeze Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5pD7OuPqWKDsd5ymoo7lSz Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/overnight-wisdom/id1804746544 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/overnight.wisdom/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@overnight.wisdom LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/overnightwisdom/ RSS Feed https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2464633.rss Connect with Chisom on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/chisomudeze/ Reach us at chisom@overnightwisdom.com

    1h 32m

  2. DEC 10

    Why Most Goals Fail — And How the Three Clarities Framework™ Can Fix That

    In this solo episode, Chisom Udeze shares a powerful extension of her leadership framework — The Three Clarities™: Identity Clarity, Context Clarity, and Power Clarity. After over a decade of working with leaders and organizations across the world, she reveals why most goals fail — not for lack of ambition, but for lack of clarity. Using real-life scenarios, including what it means to launch a product-based company like Chiije, Chisom breaks down how these three forms of clarity shape not just our leadership, but our habits, boundaries, and resilience. Whether you’re planning your next career move, setting intentions for the new year, or simply trying to move something forward in your life — this episode will sharpen your lens and help you align your energy with what actually matters. Tune in to learn how clarity creates direction, coherence, and sustainable power.  Support the show ----------------------------------- Streaming & Social Links Visit our website https://overnightwisdom.com/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@Chisom-Udeze Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5pD7OuPqWKDsd5ymoo7lSz Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/overnight-wisdom/id1804746544 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/overnight.wisdom/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@overnight.wisdom LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/overnightwisdom/ RSS Feed https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2464633.rss Connect with Chisom on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/chisomudeze/ Reach us at chisom@overnightwisdom.com

    17 min

  3. DEC 3

    The Three Clarities Every Leader Needs to Build Trust, Direction, and Power

    In this one of a kind solo episode, Chisom Udeze breaks down a decade’s worth of research and lived experience into one of the most important frameworks for modern leadership: the three clarities every leader needs — identity clarity, context clarity, and power clarity. With honesty and precision, Chisom challenges the myths of performative leadership and highlights the hidden costs of unclear leadership — eroded trust, political teams, and exhausted leaders. She explores: Why identity clarity is the anchor of trustworthy leadershipHow leaders lose power when they don’t fully understand their contextWhy power avoidance creates harm — and how to use power cleanlyThis episode is both a diagnostic and a mirror. Whether you’re an emerging or seasoned leader, it will help you reflect on how you lead, why people follow, and what it takes to show up with coherence in complex systems. Clarity isn’t just a leadership trait — it’s a strategy for building culture, capacity, and continuity. Support the show ----------------------------------- Streaming & Social Links Visit our website https://overnightwisdom.com/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@Chisom-Udeze Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5pD7OuPqWKDsd5ymoo7lSz Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/overnight-wisdom/id1804746544 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/overnight.wisdom/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@overnight.wisdom LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/overnightwisdom/ RSS Feed https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2464633.rss Connect with Chisom on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/chisomudeze/ Reach us at chisom@overnightwisdom.com

    21 min

  4. NOV 26

    Values Driven Leadership: How to Lead Through Fear, Resistance and Power with Dr. Poornima Luthra

    In this powerful, emotionally honest and matter of fact episode of Overnight Wisdom, Chisom Udeze is joined by the brilliant  Dr. Poornima Luthra — educator, acclaimed author, and thought leader on inclusive leadership — for a deep and necessary conversation about what it really takes to lead with values in an uncertain world. Together, they unpack what most leadership books don’t: the fear, the resistance, the unlearning. The moments when silence feels safer. And what it costs to choose conviction instead. They explore: What values-driven leadership looks like when the stakes are highWhy fear often disguises itself as resistance — and how to meet it with courageThe tension between capitalism, growth, and inclusionCancel culture, grace, and how we hold space for imperfectionPower as self-possession — not dominationThe rituals and boundaries that make sustainable leadership possibleWhat Poornima is unlearning, and much more This conversation isn’t just about leading others — it’s about the internal discipline required to lead yourself, especially in times of backlash, burnout, or political shift. It’s about anchoring in what matters — even when everything around you is moving. Whether you’re building systems, teams, movements, or a new way of being — this episode holds up a mirror. Because leading with integrity isn’t always easy. But it’s always worth it. Support the show ----------------------------------- Streaming & Social Links Visit our website https://overnightwisdom.com/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@Chisom-Udeze Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5pD7OuPqWKDsd5ymoo7lSz Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/overnight-wisdom/id1804746544 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/overnight.wisdom/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@overnight.wisdom LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/overnightwisdom/ RSS Feed https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2464633.rss Connect with Chisom on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/chisomudeze/ Reach us at chisom@overnightwisdom.com

    1h 10m

  5. NOV 19

    Aligned Leadership: The Work Behind the Role with Astrid Sundberg

    In this heartfelt and unfiltered conversation, Chisom Udeze sits down with Astrid Sundberg,  Executive Director of Operation Smile Norway to explore the evolution of leadership, from corporate ambition to mission-driven impact. Astrid brings over 30 years of experience across scale-ups, start-ups, and global organizations. Together, they unpack what it means to lead with clarity, humility, and emotional honesty,  especially in a world where leadership is often caught between performance and purpose. They cover: — The difference between people leadership and functional leadership — Why autocratic systems still linger beneath modern leadership culture — How grief, burnout, and boundaries can sharpen the way we lead — Building financially sustainable organizations with soul — Hiring beyond credentials — the case for intuition and wild cards — The cost of people-pleasing in leadership — and how to let go — How to create impact without losing yourself in the processAstrid shares candid stories about leading teams of 200+, navigating career shifts, and leading a nonprofit that honors her late father.At its core, this episode is about the inner work of leadership. Because sustainable leadership requires self-awareness, boundary-setting, and the courage to evolve. Astrid’s reflections reveal the often invisible shifts that matter most: — Moving from people-pleasing to principled leadership — Letting go of inherited leadership patterns that no longer serve — Learning to lead from alignment instead of obligation — Choosing legacy and values over speed or ego — Creating culture that holds both compassion and accountability Support the show ----------------------------------- Streaming & Social Links Visit our website https://overnightwisdom.com/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@Chisom-Udeze Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5pD7OuPqWKDsd5ymoo7lSz Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/overnight-wisdom/id1804746544 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/overnight.wisdom/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@overnight.wisdom LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/overnightwisdom/ RSS Feed https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2464633.rss Connect with Chisom on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/chisomudeze/ Reach us at chisom@overnightwisdom.com

    43 min

  6. NOV 12

    Recognizably You: The Power of Authentic Leadership with Thandi Dyani

    In this episode of Overnight Wisdom, Chisom Udeze is joined by Danish-South African ecosystem builder and leadership strategist, Thandi Dyani, to explore the evolving nature of leadership in a world shaped by disruption, cultural complexity, and systemic change. Together, they unpack: Why great leadership isn’t a title or destination, but a practice rooted in self-awareness, agility, and relational trustThe importance of unlearning and why solving tomorrow’s challenges requires letting go of yesterday’s frameworksWhat it means to build adaptive, human-first systems, especially across cultural and regional contextsHow Thandi’s personal journey as a mother and leader reveals insights into capacity, boundaries, and powerThe interplay between personal joy, organizational success, and social transformation and why leaders must align all threeThe power of vulnerability, transparency, and collective intelligence in leading teams toward shared goalsWhy failure isn’t the end, but the beginning of invention and how we lead through failure with grace and clarityThis episode offers a compelling roadmap for founders, executives, and change-makers who are navigating growth in complex systems. Through personal stories and strategic reflections, Thandi and Chisom remind us that the best leaders are not those who perform leadership but those who live it, embody it, and build with others in mind. Whether you’re scaling a venture, managing a team, or redefining your purpose, this conversation will leave you asking: What am I willing to unlearn to lead better? And what kind of world am I building for all of us? Support the show ----------------------------------- Streaming & Social Links Visit our website https://overnightwisdom.com/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@Chisom-Udeze Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5pD7OuPqWKDsd5ymoo7lSz Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/overnight-wisdom/id1804746544 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/overnight.wisdom/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@overnight.wisdom LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/overnightwisdom/ RSS Feed https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2464633.rss Connect with Chisom on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/chisomudeze/ Reach us at chisom@overnightwisdom.com

    43 min

  7. NOV 5

    Fear Is a Companion, Not a Stop Sign with Chisom

    In this solo episode of Overnight Wisdom, Chisom sits with 11 questions sent in by listeners — thought provoking, and personal. Questions like: — How do you know when to start or stop? — Is there a strategy or blueprint for building a business? — How do you navigate fear, failure, and the weight of doing too much? She also reflects on happiness, leadership, power, and the quiet truths that don’t always get said aloud.With clarity, humour, and emotional honesty, Chisom shares the invisible parts of building — the pivots, the pressure, the intuition, the systems, and the lessons that never make it into a headline. She opens up about what she’s currently excited about (hello, book and Chiije, her new lifestyle company), how she moves with fear rather than past it, why she’s no longer building for applause, and the kind of world she’s trying to create for her children.This isn’t a masterclass. It’s a mirror.Whether you’re a founder, artist, leader, or dreamer — this episode invites you to slow down, tune in, and ask yourself the same questions. Because sometimes, the most important answers are the ones we’re finally ready to say out loud. Want to stay up to date on Chisom’s journey?  Follow along on Instagram at chisom.ebi and chiijeofficial Sign up at her Substack: https://substack.com/@chisomudeze Have questions for Chisom? Send us an email at chisom@overnightwisdom.com or connect with her on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/chisomudeze/ Support the show ----------------------------------- Streaming & Social Links Visit our website https://overnightwisdom.com/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@Chisom-Udeze Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5pD7OuPqWKDsd5ymoo7lSz Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/overnight-wisdom/id1804746544 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/overnight.wisdom/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@overnight.wisdom LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/overnightwisdom/ RSS Feed https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2464633.rss Connect with Chisom on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/chisomudeze/ Reach us at chisom@overnightwisdom.com

    39 min

  8. OCT 29

    Hope is a Strategy: Radical Responsibility as Courage with Sayantani Saha

    A Post-Summit Reflection with Chisom Udeze & Sayantani Saha In this raw and deeply honest episode of Overnight Wisdom, Chisom Udeze and Sayantani Saha sit down together—post-Diversify Summit—to unpack the emotional, financial, and logistical weight of pulling off the largest equity-focused gathering in the Nordics in a year defined by scarcity and uncertainty. With warmth, exhaustion, and truth-telling, they reflect on the paradox of doing something extraordinary while feeling under-supported, under-resourced, and sometimes invisible. They speak candidly about: The pain and clarity of unmet expectations - particularly from those closest to the workThe quiet resilience of doing more with less, with a team of just two and a half peopleThe tension between hope and heartbreak in community workWhy sponsorships fell through as a result of the geopolitical era we exist inThe weight of visibility when you’re both the face and the labour behind the scenesNavigating leadership during burnout, while still modeling integrity and careThe importance of clear boundaries, emotional self-preservation, and recalibrating trustWhat it means to choose joy after disappointment, not in place of itThis is not a story of glossy wins. It’s a story of grit, grace, and honest reckoning. It’s about what it really takes to build something meaningful — when funding dries up, energy runs low, and the world doesn’t clap. For anyone navigating purpose-driven work, leading through adversity, or holding space for others while carrying their own weight—this episode will feel like both a mirror and a balm. Support the show ----------------------------------- Streaming & Social Links Visit our website https://overnightwisdom.com/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@Chisom-Udeze Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5pD7OuPqWKDsd5ymoo7lSz Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/overnight-wisdom/id1804746544 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/overnight.wisdom/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@overnight.wisdom LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/overnightwisdom/ RSS Feed https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2464633.rss Connect with Chisom on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/chisomudeze/ Reach us at chisom@overnightwisdom.com

    59 min
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Overnight Wisdom is a show where Chisom Udeze, award-winning Economist, business leader and entrepreneur, engages in deep and reflective conversations with leaders, artists, thinkers and change-makers from around the world. Together, they explore leadership, business growth, joy, purpose, power, identity, memory, resilience and the lifelong practice of returning to oneself. These are the defining forces that shape how we lead, work and live. Each episode uncovers the habits, worldview and philosophy that guide our guests. The conversations move between career, creativity, well-being, psychology, and what it truly means to build a life that is successful on your own terms. This is not a show about performance. It is a space for clarity. You will hear personal stories, research-based insights, lived wisdom and practical strategies for leading with courage, building with intention and choosing a meaningful life, whatever that may mean to you.

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