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The Adzvice Podcast

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I am Adé Akins, a British Nigerian millennial who is the founder and host of the Adzvice Podcast. Join me every other week to discuss, unpack and debate topics that don't get discuss enough with the help of friends and guest hosts. Keep the conversation going online by using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast. Socials: http://twitter.com/adzvice http://twitter.com/ImAdeAkins http://instagram.com/adzvice http://instagram.com/ImAdeAkins Newsletter: eepurl.com/cyxapP Website: https://adzvice.com/
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Episodes

035 - Reluctantly Adulting - #AdzvicePodcast [S3]

Happy New Year! Ade and Bonita are back in the lab for the first podcast of the year. Your faves kicked off the new year with the announcement that #AdzvicePodcast has been nominated for an award (please vote here: http://screennation.com/digitalis/nominees2018/). This episode's instalment of 'Timeline Topics' are R. Kelly and 'Toxic Parenting'. In the main segment, the pair goes on talk about social media detoxing, millennial burnout, what adulting really means, is it right to put kids on socia...

Jan 13, 20191 hr 10 min

034 - Sorry, Not Sorry - #AdzvicePodcast [S3]

It's been a minute! Ade and Bonita return to explain their absence from the podcast, what they've been up to and why TF they aren't sorry for the break. The pair share some recent personal updates including Bonita doing the most during October and Ade globetrotting with work. Also, they discuss what the time off has taught them that fellow business owners and side hustlers can relate to. Adzvice is going through a very exciting transitional period, stay in the know by subscribing to the newslett...

Nov 18, 201858 min

033 - Turning Attention into Revenue [ft. Bola Awoniyi] - #AdzvicePodcast [S3]

[Adzvice For Brands] Ade and Bonita are joined by long-time friend of the show, Bola Awoniyi. Bola is the founder of The Fluid Concept a freelance digital consultant, co-founder of blackballad.co.uk and member of Forbes 30 Under 30, 2018. 0-24 mins: Twitter Topics including online self vs real self, Nike and Colin Kaepernick, Serena Williams and Nicki vs Cardi B. 24-28 mins: Why it's never been an easier and harder time to be an influencer. 28-33 mins: How to be an influencer (and make money fro...

Sep 16, 201859 min

032 - The Power of Self-Reflection - #AdzvicePodcast [S3]

[Adzvice For You] After an unplanned, three week hiatus, Ade and Bonita have an honest discussion on the importance of being self-aware. The dysfunctional duo rounds off some of the recent topics from the timeline and then explain why self-reflection should be a regular process. Afterwards, the guys discuss vision boards, the law of attraction, surrounding yourself with motivational people, goal-setting and calling yourself out on your own sh*t. Discover more at www.adzvice.com and use the hasht...

Sep 03, 20181 hr 4 min

031 - Everyday I'm Side Hustlin' - #AdzvicePodcast [S3]

[Adzvice For You] Ade and Bonita sit down and discuss the increasingly popular trend of young professionals having side hustles. After an exciting news update from Ade, the pair talks about how Adzvice started as a side hustle, balancing work with side hustles, why more and more people are starting side hustles, the multihyphenate model, impact of social media, identity-defining careers, flexible working, tips for new side hustles and respond to Ade's latest twitter dispute. Discover more at www...

Aug 12, 20181 hr 12 min

030 - When Will You Marry? ft. Audrey & Ogaga - #AdzvicePodcast [S3]

*This episode is sponsored by Ethada, your one-stop shop for high quality African and Caribbean wedding suppliers. https://ethada.co.uk/ ___ [Adzvice For You] In this wedding special, Ade and Bonita are joined by two fellow podcasters in Audrey (Ghana's Finest from @TheReceiptsPodcast) and Ogaga (1/2 of #20SomethingPodcast). The guys discuss the never-ending TL topic that is dating, proposals, pressures to get married, compromising, cohabiting before marriage, planning the wedding, pros and cons...

Jul 29, 20181 hr 26 min

029 - Utilising Social Media for Brands - #AdzvicePodcast [S3]

[Adzvice For Brands] The guys, (led by Bonita) share tips on how brands should be using social media to boost engagement and growth. For the first half hour, they recap on recent news and events including the latest from the 'Let's Talk' event series, Kylie Jenner being 'self-made' and the World Cup. Getting to the meat of the podcast, they cover IGTV, ask if Snapchat is dead, describe how to use each major platform most effectively and share the process for creating a solid social media strateg...

Jul 15, 20181 hr 12 min

028 - Success is Relative, Unemployment is Expensive - #AdzvicePodcast [S3]

[Adzvice for You] Ade and Bonita return for a ranting and shade-throwing session in this episode. The guys give their two cents on what uni results mean for your future, side hustles, comparing your success, fake people, dealing with and avoiding unemployment, Don't forget to subscribe, comment, share, like and leave reviews! Discover more at adzvice.com and use the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast on social media. Tickets for our FINAL event this quarter 'Mental Health: How Are You REALLY Doing?' are ou...

Jul 08, 20181 hr 4 min

027 - Tips and Tricks for Great Events - #AdzvicePodcast [S3]

[Adzvice for Brands] Ade and Bonita share their thoughts on what makes a great event from both a guest and event planner's perspective. The guys recap on our recent housing event, 'Let's Talk: Getting On the Property Ladder', share their do's and do not's for event managers, give tips for guests, talk about what they've learned from doing events and much more! Don't forget to subscribe, comment, share, like and leave reviews! Discover more at adzvice.com and use the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast on so...

Jun 18, 201856 min

026 - The Value of Information [ft. DISUNOMICS] - #AdzvicePodcast [S3]

[Adzvice for You] Ayo aka DISUNOMICS, joined Ade and Bonita for a hilarious, yet highly informative episode. Each week on his podcast, Ayo makes relevant, relatable & entertaining to the general public. Who better than him to discuss the true value of information? The guys discuss the biggest talking points from Twitter over the previous week (Mental Health Awareness Week, Capriccio and prisoner's flexing on Instagram Live), where DISUNOMICS came from, why data is the new oil, marginal gains...

May 24, 20181 hr 25 min

025 - Let's Talk About Mental Health [ft. Natasha] - #AdzvicePodcast [S3]

[Adzvice for You] In support of Mental Health Awareness Week and in honour of our first 'Let's Talk' event series, Ade and Bonita are joined by Natasha - the third member of Adzvice. Natasha has practical, academic and personal experiences regarding mental health and shares this in this episode. The guys discuss the importance of mental health awareness, having a support system, depression, anxiety, Kanye West, MH in the black community, MH in the workplace, managing mental health in university ...

May 14, 201859 min

024 - What TF Is Self-Care?! - #AdzvicePodcast [S3]

[Adzvice for You] No guests on this episode as Ade quizzes Bonita on what Self-Care really means following her recent blog post 'How I Learned to Love Myself'. The guys discuss the meaning of self-care, explore the self-care wheel, body positivity, insecurity, the impact of the media, self-awareness, embracing your flaws and more in one of the most honest episodes yet. Don't forget to subscribe, comment, share, like and leave reviews! Bonita's blog post: http://www.bonitarochelle.co.uk/2018/04/h...

May 08, 201854 min

023 - The Business of Being Black [ft. Tobi Oredein] - #AdzvicePodcast [S3]

[Adzvice for Brands] Tobi Oredein drops by for a chat with Ade and Bonita to discuss business in the Black British community. Tobi is a freelance journalist, member of the 2018 Forbes 30 Under 30 list and co-founder of Black Ballad - UK based community platform that enables Black women to live their best lives. The conversation discusses the origins of Black Ballad, tips for those wishing to be part of the Black-owned business ecosystem, key lessons learned, working twice as hard as non-Black bu...

Apr 22, 20181 hr 8 min

022 - So You Want to Be a Freelancer? [ft. Andrew Akinyede] - #AdzvicePodcast [S3]

[Adzvice for Brands] Ade and Bonita are joined by Andrew Akinyede, freelance graphic designer, content creator and founder of Cakebox Creative to talk about the realities of being a full-time freelancer. The guys cover utilising the internet, generating business, staying disciplined, managing money, relationships, marriage and many more #TipsWorthSharing. Andrew Akinyede Twitter: https://twitter.com/andrew_cbx Instagram: instagram.com/andrew_cbx Website: http://www.andrewakinyede.com/ Cakebox Cr...

Apr 15, 201858 min

021 - Building an Online Community [ft. Zeena Xeena] - #AdzvicePodcast [S3]

[Adzvice for Brands] Ade and Bonita are joined by Zeena Xeena, Freelance blogger, outreach specialist/consultant + CEO of #BloggingGals to share tips on building a community online. Discussions also include: what to do with copy-cat brands, taking a break from growing your community and working with brands. Follow Zeena Xeena Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZeenaXena Instagram: https://instagram.com/ZeenaXena Blog: zeenaxena.com | http://www.blogginggals.com/ Support db Captures, our regular photog...

Apr 08, 201851 min

020 - Strategies For Business Growth [ft. Bola Awoniyi] - #AdzvicePodcast [S3]

[Adzvice for Brands] Ade and Bonita are joined by Bola Awoniyi, a freelance digital consultant, co-founder of blackballad.co.uk and a member of Forbes 30 Under 30, 2018. The guys discuss the importance of growth, social media growth, identifying the right business strategies, how to engage with your audience and plenty more #tipsworthsharing. Discover more at adzvice.com and keep the conversation going using the hashtag #AdzvicePodcast. Follow Bola on Twitter: twitter.com/mrAwoniyi

Mar 19, 201856 min

019 - Can Women Have it All? [ft. Sincerely Tops & Kemi Oloyede] - #AdzvicePodcast [S3]

[Adzvice for You] Ade and Bonita are joined by special guests Sincerely Tops and Kemi Oloyede, founder of #ThatWoman. The guys discuss if it's possible for women to have it all - career, family and marriage and announce the event series that inspired it all. When is it the right time? What are relationship goals? How do you find balance? What about going back to work? We answer this and more and leave you with #tipsworthsharing. Join in on the conversation online using #AdzvicePodcast. Tickets a...

Mar 04, 201854 min

018 - Is It Even a Collaboration? - #AdzvicePodcast [S3]

[Adzvice For Brands] The #AdzvicePodcast returns with new co-host, Bonita Rochelle joining Ade Akins to discuss a controversial topic- collaboration. The pair break down their issue with how people use the word, different types, pros and cons and leave you with #tipsworthsharing to help you get collabs right. Join in the conversation online using #AdzvicePodcast adzvice.com

Feb 25, 201831 min

017 - Results Day Stress [S2]

Our hosts Ade and Naomi are back after a short hiatus with some solid tips for those awaiting their results. The pair relives their own results day and the feelings that went along with it. Worried about getting results that aren't quite what you expected? Nervous about university choices? Or just want to relive the stress that is results day? Have a listen.

Aug 13, 201737 min

016 - Marriage, Money & Motherhood ft. Sincerely Tops [S2]

Ade and Naomi are back after a short hiatus. This episode, our hosts are joined by Tops, YouTuber, mother, career woman, wife and many more titles to talk about the reality of juggling her many priorities. The trio discuss pressures from friends and family, social media influence, time management, gender roles and then some.

Jun 10, 201759 min

015 - How to Get the Job ft. Ade Lawal [S2]

Our hosts, Naomi Jai and Ade Akins are joined by the latter's namesake, Ade Lawal to discuss tips, tricks and banter about landing a job. In this episode, they discuss tips for a stronger CV, interview techniques, group assessments, interview fails and how to stand out from the crowd. As mentioned in the podcast, visit ADZVICE.com for more info on the ADZVICE Contributor Event on 22.04.17. Twitter: @ImAdeAkins | @NaomiJai__ | @osx_ail

Apr 17, 20171 hr

014 - For the Office Culture ft. Azryah [S2]

Ade and Naomi Jai are joined by friend of ADZVICE and previous guest (episode 6 - Self Expression), Azryah to discuss working in an office. They discuss a range of topics including dealing with negative stereotypes, fitting in, email etiquette and leave you with some great tips- all whilst making you giggle. As mentioned in the podcast, visit ADZVICE.com for more info on the ADZVICE Contributor Event on 22.04.17. Twitter: @ImAdeAkins | @NaomiJai__ | @_Azryah

Apr 11, 201759 min

013 - Keeping Up With The Jones' [S2]

Ade and Naomi share their personal experiences of when they've felt like others were moving ahead faster than them and end with tips for others to follow to avoid the common pitfalls. Trying to keep up with the Jones' is something many of us do all the time and if not checked can be dangerous! Also as mentioned on the podcast, vote for us for the Listener Choice Award in the British Podcast Awards. Visit https://www.britishpodcastawards.com/vote and search 'adzvice'. Twitter: @ImAdeAkins | @Naom...

Apr 02, 201729 min

012 - Dating in 2017 / Welcome Naomi! [S2]

It's a special day as Ade is joined by his brand-new, female co-host Naomi. The pair discuss dating in today's society and all the topics of conversation that comes with it such as online dating and dating apps, do's and dont's for dating, first dates and much more. Our dynamic duo end the podcast with some tips to bear in mind when dating in 2017. Twitter: @ImAdeAkins & @NaomiJai__

Mar 27, 201753 min

011 - Support: Obligation or Organic Act of Kindness? ft. Misha and Dele [S1]

Ade is joined by two special guests: Misha from Toast 2 Young London and Dele of @GuessWhat_Pod to delve deeper into an ever-topical theme mentioned on Twitter. Should you expect your friends to support you? Should you cut people out who fail to support? How do you actually support someone? All these questions and more are answered by Ade and his guests. Twitter: @ImAdeAkins | @MzLaughOutLoud | @Delzz_Smith

Mar 12, 201747 min

010 - Time Management (pt.2)The Circle Theory ft. Realist Ant [S1]

We join Ant and Ade in the second part of their conversation on Time Management following on from episode nine. In this instalment, they discuss Ant's 'Circle Theory' and leave you with five golden rules of how to manage your time. Be sure to listen to the end for the deep message on depression and suffering in silence. Twitter: @ImAdeAkins | @Realist_Ant

Feb 26, 201723 min

008 - Why Confidence is Everything ft. Kike Oniwinde [S1]

Ade is joined by Kike of BYP (Black Young Professionals) Network to talk about the importance of having confidence and share tips for how to boost it. This episode covers everything from self belief to confidence in approaching the opposite sex. Twitter: @ImAdeAkins | @KikeO_X

Feb 05, 201732 min

007 - Set Goals, Not Resolutions ft. Jamelia Donaldson [S1]

Tis the season to set goals. Ade met up with Jamelia again to discuss why we shouldn't wait until NYE to set goals and why she prefers them to resolutions. As a special Christmas present, we even have a copy of the template Jamelia (and now Ade) uses to set goals. Visit ADZVICE.com/podcast for more info. Twitter: @ImAdeAkins | @JameliaObessed

Dec 19, 201628 min

006 - Self Expression ft. Azryah [S1]

A lot of people claim to be an individual but it can be so hard to truly stand out when we all consume the same products, listen to the same music and discuss the same things. Ade sits down with Azryah, an aspiring artist and bubbly soul (who appears on #BkChatLDN), to explain why she believes Self Expression is a must! @ImAdeAkins | @_Azryah

Dec 05, 201620 min
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