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Two Takes and a Pod

Hosted by Osayi Okuns

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A collection of conversations on themes exploring culture and society as seen by everyday Africans home and abroad. This collection follows topics around identity, culture and personal ethos as it pertains to everyday human experiences. If you would like to contribute and share your knowledge feel free to write me at twotakesandapod@gmail.com. I'm looking for to you joining the conversation. Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and give us 5 stars. Follow the show on instagram & twitter ...
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What if the key to extending the life of your appliances is just a phone call away? On this episode of the Good Neighbor Podcast, we welcome John Osayi, the remarkable owner of Regal Appliance Services LLC, who took a bold leap from sales to mastering appliance repair. John's story is more than just a career shift; it's a testament to the power of …
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Ever wondered how the pandemic reshaped the luxury travel industry? Nicole Cassetta, the dynamic owner of Escapes by Nicole, joins us to share her remarkable journey from a travel-loving teen in a singing and dancing group to a seasoned travel agent flourishing in a post-COVID world. Gain an insider's perspective on the hurdles she faced and the tr…
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Can a simple visit to the dentist reshape your perspective on healthcare? Tune in to our latest episode of the Good Neighbor Podcast, featuring the inspiring Yuko Torigoe, the visionary owner of Harmony, a holistic and biologic dental practice that’s redefining oral health in the North Shore community. Discover how Yuko’s childhood encounter with a…
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Join us for a captivating conversation with Sarai Martinez, the dynamic owner of Sarai by Day, as she shares the inspiring story of her journey in the hairstyling industry. With a career spanning over two decades in New England, Sarai talks about the hard work and relationship-building that have paved her path to success. From session styling for b…
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Ever wondered how a passion for radio could lead to the creation of a unique cross-cultural platform? Join us as Steve Warren, the visionary behind China America Radio Station, shares his fascinating journey. From early influences like his father and his high school radio days to founding MOR Media in 1987, Steve's story is one of innovation and cu…
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Discover how a graphic designer and a mortgage industry expert found love and success in real estate with William and Veronica from the Viva Group, powered by EXP Realty. From accidental beginnings to thriving residential real estate agents on the North Shore in Lynnfield, Massachusetts, their journey is filled with passion and purpose. In this epi…
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Curious about the secrets behind a successful food truck that blends Italian barbecue with Mexican tacos, all while navigating the challenges of a pandemic? Paul Zermani, the passionate owner of Vibe Food Truck, joins us to share his incredible journey into the culinary world, inspired by his rich Italian heritage and the culinary skills of his gra…
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Ever wondered how a photographer evolves from capturing wedding moments to building intricate historical dioramas? In this episode, we sit down with the incredibly talented Todd Gieg, who shares his journey from the stigma of wedding photography in the 80s to embracing the transformative digital age. Now at 71, Todd's story is one of resilience and…
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Could hydration therapy be the key to unlocking your optimal health? Join us as we welcome Derrick Martins, the passionate owner of The Drip Bar in Beverly, Massachusetts. Derrick shares his inspiring journey from business consultant to entrepreneur and how his commitment to health and wellness is transforming lives. Discover the incredible range o…
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What if you could transform your home into a smart, energy-efficient haven? Join us on the Good Neighbor Podcast as we chat with Edward Rivera, the inspiring entrepreneur behind Ion Electrical. Edward's journey from HVAC and plumbing to co-founding a leading electrical company specializing in high-end residential work and cutting-edge energy soluti…
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Can you imagine uprooting your life to a new country with nothing but optimism and determination? Meet Justine Sterling, the extraordinary founder of Justine Sterling Design, who did just that. In this episode of the Good Neighbor Podcast, we sit down with Justine to explore her incredible journey from her beginnings in South Africa to becoming a l…
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Ever wondered how a chef's accidental discovery could lead to a thriving business? Meet Noah Quist, the mastermind behind Three Gingers Jerky, who turned a unique culinary experience from Laos into a beloved local brand. Journey with us as Noah recounts his path from being a Boston chef to founding a family-owned jerky company that has won over the…
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Dana Valeri faced a life-altering heart attack at just 28, but instead of giving in, he turned his second chance into a thriving business that prioritizes people and the planet. Join us on the Good Neighbor Podcast as Dana, the visionary behind Highland Shredding and Removal Service, shares the compelling journey that brought him here—from overcomi…
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EP#2 - Revolutionizing CPR Education with Kayla Pinto What happens when you merge CPR training with a love for music? Meet Kayla Pinto, the dynamic founder of Breathe to the Beat Community CPR, who is transforming how we view life-saving skills. In this inspiring episode of the Good Neighbor Podcast, Kayla shares her journey from the early educatio…
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On this episode , following Nigeria's 2023 Presidential and National Assembly Elections Osayi, Ayo, Mira and Tola explore the reasons for our trust issues with INEC by brainstorming the best way to steal an election (with the consent of INEC of-course). We ask whether they have been set up to fail at the institutional level, or if it’s due to polit…
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It's Election Day, and if you can, go and vote!!! On this episode, we'll be exploring the relationship between the Executive, Legislative and Gubernatorial branches of Government, and to unpack this I have a few good friends joining the show - Ayo, Mira and Tola. We attempt to answer.. How exactly does the National Assembly function? What exactly d…
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We end the series on the integrity of the candidates, accusations have been made against all the major candidates, so we discuss the issue of integrity and whether or not it's a big enough factor in Nigerian elections . This episode ends the series on the 3rd Party candidates but Ayo, Mira and Tola will be here exploring some more items on Nigeria’…
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On this episode, we imagine a Peter Obi Presidency and what that may look like without real party representation in the National Assembly. Over the next series of episodes we’ll be exploring Nigeria’s 2023 Elections and to unpack this I have a few good friends joining the show - Ayo, Mira and Tola. We're asking whether a 3rd party candidate like Pe…
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On this episode, we try to breakdown the Ideologies of the political parties, past and present and that proves to be a challenge, even with very detailed manifestos. Over the next series of episodes we’ll be exploring Nigeria’s 2023 Elections and to unpack this I have a few good friends joining the show - Ayo, Mira and Tola. We're asking whether a …
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On this episode, and over the next series of episodes we’ll be exploring Nigeria’s 2023 Elections and to unpack this I have a few good friends joining the show - Ayo, Mira and Tola. We're asking whether a 3rd party candidate like Peter Obi (or any of the other 15 candidates) can leverage the support of the people, their political relationships and …
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🚨🎙️ On this episode, Osayi gives a little background on where he's been and what to expect next on the show. Long story, less long, we back! Stay tuned for new episodes! ** Music ** Theme Song by 1705muzik 🚨🎙️ Engage with the show on instagram -@twotakesandapod Support the show by giving us a 5 star rating and Subscribe wherever you listen to podca…
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🚨🎙️ On this episode, Osayi does his level best to make sense of the new Reality TV Series from Netflix - Young, Famous and African. Jumoke M. , Tolu A. and special guest Ivie A. join the show to help break it down and share their observations. We talk about the major characters, friendship & relationship dynamics and big moments in the first season…
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🚨🎙️ In this episode, we’re sitting down with Samuel Anwana of the S.A Foundation to discuss what it’s like to run a foundation to support children in Nigeria. This conversation focuses on adoption and we leverage Sam’s experience with this topic. We start off the discussion with the motivation to do this kind of work and how he got started. Then we…
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🚨🎙️ On this episode, Tolulope Osho joins the podcast to share how he’s been working to help Africans fleeing the crisis in Ukraine. It’s been over 2 weeks since the war in Ukraine broke out, a lot has happened, and there are quite a few things happening. I was curious about how fellow Nigerians in Ukraine are faring, and also how Nigerians and Afri…
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🚨🎙️ In this episode, Kojo Owiredu joins the show to make a case for stoicism. We start with a little bit of background and the concept as described by the proprietors. Then we talk about how we found the stoic philosophy and what it means to us. Later on, we identify some of the major figures we’ve seen exhibit signs of stoicism, we end detailing s…
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🚨🎙️ This episode is an excerpt from the love languages conversations, this time we focus on how our love languages show up in religion, in this case we discuss Christianity. However a much more philosophical and spiritual conversation ensues, there is something here no matter your creed. Follow these links for the video and article. Listen to a pre…
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🚨🎙️ On this episode, David Ezomoh Fashion Designer and Founder of Zalahari designs, joins the show. We start off with quick takes, then jump right into his background and how he found fashion design while attending school in Nigeria. Later on we discuss his entry into Canada and we explore how attending school for Fashion Art and the Nigerian & Can…
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🚨🎙️ In the spirit of valentine, I sit with some of my favourite podcast hosts to make sense of the 5 love languages. I start by asking them what they knew about love languages prior to me reaching out(7:20). We stumble into an issue about primary love languages(10:57) , then we get into their love languages(18:55).. and mine. We get into other misc…
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🚨🎙️ This episode is an introspective, I take some time to give some background on me, what the show is about and why I'm doing it. As time goes on, I'll make a point to check in every now and then and give some context as to where the show is headed. ** Music ** Theme Song by 1705muzik Intro Song - Spiritual by John Coltrane Outro Song - Better tha…
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🚨🎙️ In this episode, we discuss SESO Global, a company focused on making access to the African property market easy and profitable. With this in mind I explore the opportunities available for Africans in the diaspora, as well as how SESO hopes to make property ownership a reality for Africans home and abroad. You can find out more about SESO Global…
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🚨🎙️ On this episode I sit with Hameeda Buhari, Director of Operations at HumAngle Media and host of the Vestiges of Violence podcast, it details the plights and experiences of victims of violence in Nigeria. We discuss HumAngle’s mission, pertinent stories from the podcast and some of the tends she sees covering insecurity in Northern Nigeria. Link…
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