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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. 5d ago

    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

  2. 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

  3. 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)

  4. 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

  5. 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)

  6. Jun 25

    126. Why the Father Must Die for the Man to Be Born - POK

    You don't need to kill your father. You need to kill the idea of him.In this heavy, deep-dive episode of The POK Experience, we tear down the generational facade of absolute compliance and explore the raw, clinical, and biblical truth about stepping out of your father's shadow. If your entire life is engineered around avoiding your father's disapproval, you aren’t living your life—you are managing his ego.We break down Freud’s original theories, Carl Jung’s map of the collective unconscious, empirical data on psychological control, and the exact strategic moves a man must make to claim his own sovereignty.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 — Introduction01:19 — We confuse terror for respect in our culture02:48 — What happens to men who fail to kill the idealized father idea04:28 — The source of the "kill the father" idea09:23 — Modern Jungian analysis about it10:15 — What the theory is really saying12:17 — The importance of a father to a child15:44 — Separation (Individuation)17:43 — How a controlling parent derails a young adult's growth18:32 — Definition of psychological control in parenting18:42 — Manipulative tactics parents use24:06 — The sign that the data starts resolving26:19 — The Mirror Test27:33 — Two types of fathers32:02 — What the Bible says about this33:00 — Why a man must achieve this before his marriage to work38:00 — How to execute the "kill the father" idea🔔 CONNECT WITH THE POK EXPERIENCEIf this episode challenged you, don't keep it to yourself. Hit that Subscribe button, turn on notifications, and share this link with a brother who is still paying rent on someone else's authority.

    126. Why the Father Must Die for the Man to Be Born - POK

  7. Jun 20

    125. Herbs vs Pills: Which One Truly Works? - Pharm. Kayode Ayodele

    What really goes into the medicine we take, and how does the pharmaceutical world operate in Nigeria? In this episode, we break down the fierce debate between traditional and orthodox medicine, uncover whether herbs plays a role in modern pharmacy, and look at the brutal realities of running a pharmacy business. Whether you're a student looking to enter the field, someone trying to understand why doctors prescribe expensive brands, or just curious about how malaria treatment actually works, this deep dive is for you. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more deep conversations!

    125. Herbs vs Pills: Which One Truly Works? - Pharm. Kayode Ayodele

  8. Jun 17

    124. A Message to My Soldiers | Men's Mental Health Month

    Welcome back to the POK Experience. To all my soldiers out there grinding, building, holding it down, and fighting silent internal battles—this episode is for you. For Men’s Mental Health Month, we aren't reading from a clinical brochure. We are dropping a transformational lecture on what it truly means to survive and conquer the modern world as a man.In this episode, we break down why so many young men are losing their lives in silence because they love their neighbor MORE than they love themselves. We challenge the illusion of safety, talk about why everything is inherently risky, and look at the exact personal development blueprints you need to study to shift your mindset from survival to scale.Grab your notebook, lock in, and practice listening. It’s time to stop asking for security and start seeking the adventure.If this message resonates with you, share it with a brother who needs to hear it today. Don't let your fellow soldiers fight alone.#MensMentalHealth #POKExperience #PersonalDevelopment #Mindset #Growth #Motivation #SelfImprovement

    124. A Message to My Soldiers | Men's Mental Health Month
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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
    151
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    Explicit
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    © Olawumi Kolawole
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