As Told By Nomads

In today's episode of the As Told by Nomads Podcast, join me and Jason Sweeting, AKA J The Trader, as we talk about how trading allows him to reclaim the produce of his own value. Jason's glee towards today's ongoing great resignation is evident in this discussion. Through the eyes of a trader, for Jason, what the pandemic did to the labor force shouldn't only be seen as a case of mass resignation. Here, Jason simplifies the definition of a market, what trading really is, how titan investors play the game that dramatically differs them from novices, and much more.

The Selling Side of the Trade

Generations ago, every black folk had owners. Black people were enslaved for years and would spend hours and hours in the fields working on raw materials, like cotton, that threaded the early days of the industrial revolution. As a result of intensive regular work, the average black man and woman became very skilled in different areas of labor. Because of labor abuse, they developed skills that no white supremacists would see as significant for any noble work. Today, it's only fitting that we see more of this. The lesson? It tells us that what you know creates value for others, too, you can use to establish value for yourself.

About Jason Sweeting:

Jason Sweeting is the owner of Jason Sweeting Trading Academy. His market proficiencies include the 30-year bond market and the S&P500 futures. After working more than the requisite 10,000 hours, he finds comfort in knowing that his hard work isn't in vain. Jason finds joy in sharing what he knows about the market. He started the Jason Sweeting Trading Academy so he could teach the average person how to trade the bond market like a pro.

Outline of the episode:

• [02:54]There can only be one Beyoncé at a time in the music industry
• [09:17]Jason Sweeting – what trading basically is all about
• [14:41]Do big investors invest with their own money?
• [17:09]Know the rules, then play the game!
• [28:18]A trade is all about the exchange of value
• [32:18] Whoever is closer to the creation of value has the most control of the transaction
• [37:01]Be on the selling side of the trade and not just on the buying side

Resources:

Trade like J The Trader Website: https://www.tradelikejthetrader.com/tellmemore

J the Trader's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/jthetrader

Jason's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j_the_trader/

Connect with Tayo Rockson and the As Told By Nomads Podcast on:

Personal Website: https://tayorockson.com

UYD Management: https://uydmanagement.com/

UYD Collective: https://tayorockson.com/uyd-collective

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tayorockson 

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast

Twitter: https://twitter.com/TayoRockson

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In today's episode of the As Told by Nomads Podcast, join me and Ralf Specht as we discuss the different elements that answer whether your business has a soul or not. Technically, every business is a people business. How? As you tune in, Ralf lays down his thoughts on how crucial work culture and employee empowerment are to a business's success and how he breaks down the whole discussion in his book, Building Corporate Soul: Powering Culture & Success with the Soul System™.

What Drives a Business's Success?

No sense of belonging and not being valued by the organization is probably at the top of the list of why employees leave their companies. That aside, not having enough opportunities, a lack of a supportive work system, and inadequate compensation. If you're a CEO, gaining a sense of commitment from your people is critical above all. But if your only means to do that are through 'numbers,' then that's the hole in your business right there.

About Ralf Specht:

Ralf Specht is a visionary business leader and creator of the Soul System™, a framework that aligns value-creating employee action with broader corporate strategy through shared understanding and shared purpose. 

As a founding partner of Spark44, he was the architect of an innovative, industry-first joint venture with Jaguar Land Rover, which grew under his leadership as CEO to global revenue of $100+m and 1,200 employees before it joined forces with Accenture Interactive in 2021.

Outline of the episode:

• [02:45]Ralf Specht – on wanting to become a journalist
• [05:02] The book, Building Corporate Soul: Powering Culture & Success with the Soul System™
• [08:17]What does 'shared purpose' mean?
• [12:34]Employers are not understanding why their employees are leaving 
• [16:38]Are the numbers of a business what drives success?
• [20:46]How interesting Airbnb, Hilton Hotels, and IKEA have been on the issue?
• [25:27]Who gets to say if your company/leadership has soul?
• [26:56] Diversity as a plus and not as a constraining factor
• [31:11]Focusing on numbers only loses a business' humanity
• [32:14] What do the companies at the top of the Soul Index ratings reflect?

Resources:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralf-specht-b21b8529/recent-activity/posts/

Building Corporate Soul: Powering Culture & Success with the Soul System™ Book: https://www.amazon.com/Building-Corporate-Soul-Powering-SystemTM/dp/1639080023/

Connect with Tayo Rockson and the As Told By Nomads Podcast on:

Personal Website: https://tayorockson.com

UYD Management: https://uydmanagement.com/

UYD Collective: https://tayorockson.com/uyd-collective

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tayorockson 

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast

Twitter: https://twitter.com/TayoRockson

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In today's episode of the As Told by Nomads Podcast, join me and Jeri Bingham as we break down the challenges of being Black, a woman, and an introvert at work. Jeri is someone who understandably understands what "individuality" means and why it needs to be acknowledged by companies who want to draw out the best from their people. As you tune in, Jeri further explains the misconceptions regarding introverts, what employers need to be more aware of when examining talents, and her thoughts on coping mechanisms.

An Introverted Black Woman in Leadership

If you didn't grow up knowing Black folks or having Black friends, the likeness of you eventually learning about Black people from mainstream media and the news is high. What you'll discover will most probably be ingrained with stereotypes as well. Without first-hand experience with Black communities, television will tell you that Black people are loud, strong in personality, always witty, sassy, and aggressive — especially women. But that's not always the case.

Jeri is one where stereotypes don't fit. As Jeri started moving into managerial roles, it became more apparent that employers always want someone dynamic and social, even more, when you're Black. If otherwise, you face the chances of being seen as someone hard to understand,' or worse, 'hard to trust.'

About Jeri Bingham:

Jeri is the founder and host of HushLoudly, a WGNradio.com podcast dedicated to amplifying the voice of introverts. She is a marketing communications professional and consultant with 20+ years of experience working in higher education, healthcare, non-profit, association management/membership, and advertising.

Outline of the episode:

• [02:37]Introversion and extroversion is a switch!
• [04:15] People's common concept of introverts
• [08:03]Companies will get the best out of their employees by acknowledging individuality
• [12:00] When introverted black women apply for jobs…
• [15:30]How can organizations open doors for more introverted talents?
• [20:08]What people from HR need to be more aware of
• [23:16]What work from home spaces afforded introverted talents that in-office setting can't give
• [25:07] The great resignation happened because some things weren't right 
• [27:43]Coping mechanisms for introverts often start in the classroom
• [31:34] About the podcast Hush Loudly

Resources:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeribingham/

Hush Loudly Podcast: https://hushloudly.com/podcast/

Connect with Tayo Rockson and the As Told By Nomads Podcast on:

Personal Website: https://tayorockson.com

UYD Management: https://uydmanagement.com/

UYD Collective: https://tayorockson.com/uyd-collective

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tayorockson 

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast

Twitter: https://twitter.com/TayoRockson

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In today's episode of the As Told by Nomads Podcast, join me and Kym Ali as we talk about how she turned her pain into power as a black woman who experienced discrimination and injustice in corporate environments. Here, she discusses why burnout is not normal, generational traumas, unlearning misconceptions about “strength,” and her story on discrimination that women worldwide related to in her co-authored book, Everyday Struggle: How Toxic Workspaces Impact Black Women.

“Strong Black Woman”

During the exchange, Tayo and Kym talk about the different points on how to unlearn the idea of ‘being strong is keeping it inside.’ This understanding of a strong character is what stereotyping uses when shaping black women and black folks in general. Both Kym and Tayo disagree with this.

About Kym Ali:

Kym Ali is a Registered Nurse and Founder of Kym Ali Consulting Firm. Kym works closely with corporations and healthcare facilities to emphasize the importance of Workplace Wellness and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion solutions to prevent and manage employee burnout while increasing employee belonging and engagement.

While living overseas, Kym lost her job due to systemic racism and relocated back to the States. Two weeks later, her niece passed away; the stress took a toll on her. Two weeks later, Kym suffered a heart attack in her 30's; Kym knew she had to stop pretending to be strong and seek the support she needed. Kym became a Behavior Change Specialist and Mental Health First Aide Coach to help heal herself. Kym now educates organizations on the repercussions of employee burnout and how exclusion can severely affect an organization's bottom line.

Outline of the episode:

• [03:21]The things that nurses have to face with a ‘suck-it-up’ attitude
• [05:39] Kym Ali – on being labeled as insubordinate and aggressive 
• [09:03]Facing termination, debts, and a travel ban in a foreign country
• [12:02]I can’t afford a mental or nervous breakdown!
• [14:57]The power of healing through sharing stories
• [16:03]On her book Everyday Struggle: How Toxic Workspaces Impact Black Women
• [25:35] The great resignation is perfect timing

Resources:

Website: https://www.kymali.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diversityandwellness/

Everyday Struggle: How Toxic Workspaces Impact Black Women: https://www.kymali.com/shop-1

Connect with Tayo Rockson and the As Told By Nomads Podcast on:

Personal Website: https://tayorockson.com

UYD Management: https://uydmanagement.com/

UYD Collective: https://tayorockson.com/uyd-collective

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tayorockson 

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast

Twitter: https://twitter.com/TayoRockson

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In today's episode of the As Told by Nomads Podcast, join me and Peter Zaccagnino as we dive into how he talks about leadership and humanization in his book Relevant. As a man of aviation, Peter is no stranger to danger and extraordinary experiences.

About Peter Zaccagnino:

Born in New Brunswick, New Jersey, Pete Zaccagnino has pursued all things aviation since the beginning. Earning his undergraduate degree in Aeronautical Engineering, restoring five airplanes, and building three others (including a Lancair Super Legacy).

Pete is a former professor of Aerodynamics, Meteorology, and History. He has given over 100 training seminars on a variety of topics and has been a guest speaker at aviation peer groups and universities worldwide, including Air Venture.

His fifteen years of racing at Reno have included four championships, including the 2019 Jet Gold Champion, 2015 Jet Gold Champion, 2013 Jet Gold Champion at 509 mph, and the fastest qualifying lap at 529 mph, and 2007 Gold Champion in the Sport Class. In 2005, he won his first race in his first year of professional competition.

Outline of the episode:

• [02:49]Peter Zaccagnino – the common thread since I was a kid
• [04:21] I believe in living the adventure and not watching it
• [07:11]What it's like to be held at gunpoint in Pakistan
• [09:57]About Peter Zaccagnino's book Relevant
• [18:55] How do you sell a $50M private jet? 
• [22:31]I'm an ambassador for the world from the world
• [27:43]Life is about who you are, and you getting to who you want to become

Resources:

Park City Aviators Website: https://www.pcaviators.com/

Park City Aviators Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pc_aviators/

High-Performance Air Racing Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hpairracing/

Relevant: A Military Thriller Inspired by True Events Amazon Link: https://www.amazon.com/Relevant-Peter-Zaccagnino-ebook/dp/B0861HLW4R/

The New Cold War Amazon Link: https://www.amazon.com/New-Cold-War-Defending-Democracy/dp/B09HQDLJB1/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=The+New+Cold+War+Zaccagnino&qid=1633965283&s=books&sr=1-2

Connect with Tayo Rockson and the As Told By Nomads Podcast on:

Personal Website: https://tayorockson.com

UYD Management: https://uydmanagement.com/

UYD Collective: https://tayorockson.com/uyd-collective

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tayorockson 

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast

Twitter: https://twitter.com/TayoRockson

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In today's episode of the As Told by Nomads Podcast, join me and Amy Green Smith as we talk about how you can advocate for yourself with grace and kindness. Here, Amy shares how targeting internal beliefs around "enough-ness" influences our ability to handle challenging conversations in life. As we tune in more to what she has to impart, Amy explains her three-part framework for setting boundaries, and so much more.

Setting Boundaries: Decide, Deliver, and Reinforce

During the discussion, Amy shares a three-part framework for boundary setting. This framework focuses on the decision-making, delivery, and reinforcement of the boundaries you want to make.

To deliver well on those boundaries, you also have to communicate them well. It's about how you explain and have conversations about the boundaries you're setting. As a tip, rise above your emotions before having conversations. Having an emotion-driven talk is most likely to tilt the balance in communicating, so try not to. When you set boundaries, people are also inclined to test them. Making sure you're clear and consistent about your limits gives the message that you're serious about sticking to your set boundaries.

About Amy Green Smith:

Whether it be advocating for a new system in the workplace, asking for someone’s business, requesting or negotiating a raise, declining a family obligation, or expressing needs to a partner, many women find it extremely difficult to voice their wants, needs, and opinions. Amy addresses the underlying reasons we fear speaking up for ourselves and spells out easy-to-implement tactics to find your voice and actually use it.

Outline of the episode:

• [03:25]Amy Green Smith – on claiming your self-worth 
• [05:22] Pleasing others or speaking for yourself isn't always an ultimatum
• [08:40]External direction and internal knowing
• [12:08]What propelled Amy's inner excavation
• [16:07]Fight, Flight, Freeze, and Fawn
• [21:00]Unlearning people-pleasing can be triggering
• [25:25]Every time you silence yourself…
• [28:25]A "yes" for one and a "no" to another
• [30:56]Amy Green Smith – on deciding, delivering, and reinforcing
• [30:50] Success depends on your definition and not on others' reception

Resources:

Website: https://amygreensmith.com/

Podcast: https://amygreensmith.com/pods/

Amy's Free Resources: https://amygreensmith.com/free/

Connect with Tayo Rockson and the As Told By Nomads Podcast on:

Personal Website: https://tayorockson.com

UYD Management: https://uydmanagement.com/

UYD Collective: https://tayorockson.com/uyd-collective

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tayorockson 

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast

Twitter: https://twitter.com/TayoRockson

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In today's episode of the As Told by Nomads Podcast, join me and Tiffani Higgins as we find out more about the underestimated lucrative business of Bookkeeping. Tune in as Tiffani explains how she made possible her own remote bookkeeping business, the market for bookkeeping companies, what Bookkeeping has allowed her and her students' lives, the application of an entrepreneurial mindset, and so much more.

Is quitting a must to grow an entrepreneurial mindset?

Shifting to entrepreneurship when you're working as an employee takes a lot of things that need to be different. The first thing you look into when doing so is your mindset. When becoming an entrepreneur, accountability becomes—all of a sudden—your most loved/hated thing. That accountability holds you responsible for every decision made.

A very common topic that most entrepreneurs go through in decision-making is about resignation or letting go of your W-2 job. But is quitting a must to grow an entrepreneurial mindset? The answer is no. For Tiffani, this kind of mindset equips you even as an employee. If you look at your work in that fashion, having an entrepreneurial mindset helps you tap into more opportunities at work.

About Tiffani Higgins:

Tiffani Higgins is a CPA and mom of 5, and former bookkeeping business owner. After 4 years of experiencing all the amazing benefits that a virtual bookkeeping business provided to her family, she decided to launch the Stay-at-Home Bookkeeper Academy where she could teach other busy moms to follow in her footsteps and create their ideal lifestyle so they could have their cake and eat it too. This allowed families to build wealth while still getting to experience every one of their children's milestones.

Outline of the episode:

• [03:22]Unlearning the idea of success and redefining it
• [04:37] When we set timelines that don't match everyone's lifestyle…
• [05:40]What is bookkeeping?
• [08:47]Bookkeeping is a necessity to every business
• [12:14]The slightest difference can result in significant outcomes
• [15:22]Besides your revenue, bookkeepers help you focus on profit!
• [17:39]Tiffani Higgins – on the employee-to-entrepreneur mindset shift
• [19:41]What Tiffani's bookkeeping business allowed in her life
• [22:22]How do I find clients as a new entrepreneur?
• [25:23] Did the pandemic affect the bookkeeping industry?

Resources:

Bookkeeper Academy: https://www.stayathomebookkeeper.com/start-a-virtual-bookkeeping-business

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffanihiggins/

Connect with Tayo Rockson and the As Told By Nomads Podcast on:

Personal Website: https://tayorockson.com

UYD Management: https://uydmanagement.com/

UYD Collective: https://tayorockson.com/uyd-collective

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tayorockson 

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast

Twitter: https://twitter.com/TayoRockson

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In today's episode of the As Told by Nomads Podcast, join me and Phoebe Millward as we get to know how life works for a 23-year-old entrepreneur and digital nomad. Here, Phoebe shares her thoughts on why most young professionals today struggle in the corporate environment and why the system brought by industrialization is being abandoned by the majority of the labor force. In the exchange, listen as Phoebe explains why it's totally fine to not know your passion.

What entrepreneurship does to you

In the eyes of a wandering young entrepreneur, who likes to immerse herself in the cultures of different places, entrepreneurship can be more than just money, career, and business. To be an entrepreneur takes a lot of transformation. And usually, that's because people who choose entrepreneurship choose it because they want to leave something. That something is the status quo. The status quo that's not designed for a lot of today's generation of young professionals. 

For Phoebe, when you start on your journey to being an entrepreneur, you will be made to consume a variety of elements that will contribute to your self-development. As entrepreneurship does that to you, you'll see that you're going to have to grow and keep on growing to be an entrepreneur.

About Phoebe Millward:

Phoebe Millward is an entrepreneur and traveler who likes to immerse in different cultures and live in different places and countries. She is the brain behind Prosperity Collective, a platform that shows you how to go from feeling stuck and stagnant to ENERGISED and FREE through the help of affiliate marketing. Despite affiliate marketing getting the bad reputation it usually gets from reviews and most people, Phoebe proves why and how it worked and will work for you through her platform.

Outline of the episode:

• [03:25]Education teaches you how to get employed
• [04:37] The remnants of the industrial revolution
• [06:01]You're supposed to learn along the way
• [09:11]Why Phoebe designed her own platform
• [12:39]If you want it to work, you have to love it!
• [16:27]What entrepreneurship teaches you
• [20:45]Phoebe Millward's biggest fear
• [24:24]New Zealand is where so many things changed for me
• [27:15]Your happiness can benefit the lives of others
• [30:50] Phoebe Millward – on taking gap years

Resources:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phoebes_footsteps/

Phoebe's training platform: www.phoebesfootsteps.com

Connect with Tayo Rockson and the As Told By Nomads Podcast on:

Personal Website: https://tayorockson.com

UYD Management: https://uydmanagement.com/

UYD Collective: https://tayorockson.com/uyd-collective

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tayorockson 

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast

Twitter: https://twitter.com/TayoRockson

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In today's episode of the As Told by Nomads Podcast, join me and Artis Stevens as we discuss what mentorship can mean to a child, to his or her future, and the communities he or she will eventually become a part of. The Juvenile Justice and Welfare System  refers to a system dealing with children at risk and in conflict with the law.Tune in to Artis talk about what mentorship can create, the #1 mentorship myth that needs to be debunked, how Big Brothers Big Sisters of America differs from the JJWS, and so much more.

To be a BIG

For Artis, there are a lot of people who believe that to be a big brother or a big sister, you have to be all this and all that. Kids just want a role model that can be present, can listen, engage, and be authentic. That’s what kids, who’ve lost connection and opportunities in life, basically need from mentors.

To succeed in providing that kind of connection to a little (a mentee), you have to gain their trust first. One of the biggest factor that Tayo mentions is needed to successfully connect with a mentee, to which Artis agrees, is consistency. Once a little understands that you’re genuinely interested in their milestones, they open up to you more.

About Artis Stevens:

A proven visionary leader and strategist, bringing more than 20 years of strategic marketing experience. A sought-after speaker on revitalizing nonprofit brands, infusing brand culture, and converting marketing to engagement and profit.

Named American Marketing Association Foundation's (AMAF) 2018 National Nonprofit Marketer of the Year, the highest honor bestowed by the AMA/AMAF on nonprofit marketing professionals. Recognized for leadership in revitalizing 4-H's 100-year-old brand image. 

Outline of the episode:

• [02:34]Become a big brother or a big sister!
• [04:04] I was born into this work
• [07:37]How Big Brothers Big Sisters of America was founded
• [09:06]Kids are in poverty, emotional trauma, and social isolation
• [11:13]Mentoring the youth is a lifetime process
• [14:38]The scale of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America
• [17:01]People can get involved in soooo many ways
• [18:22]Artis Stevens – I thought that was my way in
• [20:18]On fighting for diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and accessibility
• [22:01] Before we leave the house everyday…

Resources:

Website: https://www.bbbs.org/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/artis-stevens-b386195/

Connect with Tayo Rockson and the As Told By Nomads Podcast on:

Personal Website: https://tayorockson.com

UYD Management: https://uydmanagement.com/

UYD Collective: https://tayorockson.com/uyd-collective

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tayorockson 

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast

Twitter: https://twitter.com/TayoRockson

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In today's episode of the As Told by Nomads Podcast, join Gaurav Bhatnagar and Mark Minukas as we talk about the approaches to transforming an organization away from fear, anxiety, dysfunction, and stress. To effectively establish a connection with your team, as a leader, you must learn how to meet people where they are.

Is fear a compelling motivation?

Fear may work in ways more than one when it comes to motivating specific outcomes and results. Although in today's exchange, we learn that fear-driven results aren't always long-lasting.

About Gaurav Bhatnagar and Mark Minukas:

Gaurav has dedicated the last two decades of his professional life to working co-creatively with organizations to deliver performance and culture transformations and enhance leadership development. He has been a trusted adviser/ coach/ counselor to C-suite and other senior leaders in the process of transforming their organizations.

Mark has been helping organizations transform their business performance for over 15 years now. His work has taken him around the world and allowed him to explore all kinds of industries – manufacturing, technology, travel and logistics, government, and financial services. 

While Mark marvels at the uniqueness and special nature of each company and industry, he has also discovered that human beings are the core of any organization. How people show up, communicate, problem-solve, and lead determines how large the gap is between strategy and execution.

Outline of the episode:

• [04:13]Why is the great resignation happening?
• [08:44] Fear and uncertainty undermine performance in the workplace
• [11:09]You can be successful and still be deeply unhappy
• [14:27]How should you approach anxiety, stress, and fear in the workplace?
• [19:16]A car accident that forever changed Tayo's mindset
• [23:25]All our choices will have consequences
• [35:48] Gaurav Bhatnagar and Mark Minukas – How do you use your difference to make a difference?

Resources:

Website: http://www.cocreationpartners.com/

Mark Minukas' LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-minukas-9333011

Gaurav Bhatnagar's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gauravbhatnagar007/ 

Unfear, Book by Mark Minukas and Gaurav Bhatnagar: https://unfearbook.com/

Connect with Tayo Rockson and the As Told By Nomads Podcast on:

Personal Website: https://tayorockson.com

UYD Management: https://uydmanagement.com/

UYD Collective: https://tayorockson.com/uyd-collective

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tayorockson 

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast

Twitter: https://twitter.com/TayoRockson

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