Bread & Butter

Bread & Butter

By Emmanuel Asuquo & Tayo OguntonadeBusinessEntrepreneurshipInvesting
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Bread & Butter episodes

  • Stop Chasing Clients. Start Landing Corporate Contracts. | Bread & Butter Ep 122 ft Michelle Raymond

    What if your next client wasn't another small business...

    What if it was Amazon, Google, or a global brand?
    Michelle Raymond has spent years helping entrepreneurs unlock opportunities most people don't even know exist, high-value corporate contracts.
    In this conversation, she explains why relationships beat cold outreach, why most entrepreneurs undercharge, and how one contract can completely transform your business.
    Whether you're a freelancer, consultant, coach, or business owner, this episode will change the way you think about growth.
    04:43 How Michelle built her personal brand & landed corporate contracts
    09:02 The "3 I's" strategy to win corporate clients
    17:26 Why Michelle lost a £22,000 contract for being too cheap
    19:26 The power of retainers and recurring corporate income
    21:34 Overcoming imposter syndrome in business and leadership
    25:25 Michelle's powerful story of rebuilding her life after public trauma
    36:40 Three practical tips to secure more contracts
    39:16 How Michelle gets invited to speak at major events in Dubai
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    47 min
  • He Built a 500+ Property Business Without Airbnb | Bread & Butter Ep 121 Ft Shaun Davis

    Most people think property investing is all about buy-to-lets or Airbnb.

    Shaun Davis built something completely different.
    Starting with very little, he went on to build a supported accommodation business with over 500 properties, working alongside local councils to provide safe housing for vulnerable people while creating a highly successful property company.
    In this conversation, Shaun explains how supported accommodation really works, how government contracts differ from traditional property investing, and why this overlooked strategy is creating opportunities that many investors don't even know exist.
    If you've ever wondered whether there's another way to build wealth through property, this episode is one you don't want to miss.
    2:18 Growing Up & Early Life
    7:21 Becoming a Dad at 19
    13:30 Why He Chose Supported Accommodation
    18:35 Building a 500+ Property Business
    23:48 How Supported Accommodation Actually Works
    32:39 Why He Moved to Dubai
    37:37 Raising Successful Children
    39:41 The Mindset Behind His Success
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    48 min
  • Why Most People FAIL to Get a Job in Dubai | Bread & Butter Ep 120 Ft Roxanne

    Thinking about moving to Dubai? Wondering why your CV isn't getting interviews? Or curious about what recruiters actually look for?

    In this episode of the Bread & Butter Podcast, Tayo and Dami sit down with recruitment expert Roxanne, founder of Career Verified, to uncover what it really takes to build a successful career in Dubai.
    From networking strategies and CV mistakes to salary expectations, career growth, and the realities of working abroad, this conversation is packed with practical advice that could completely change your job search.
    02:27 How Recruitment Really Works
    05:26 The Biggest CV Mistakes Recruiters See
    10:38 The Craziest Ways Candidates Get Recruiters' Attention
    12:06 The Highest Salaries in Dubai Explained
    27:24 How a £5 CV Turned Into a Successful Business
    29:47 Why So Many Expats Don't Enjoy Their Jobs in Dubai
    32:38 Top Advice Before Moving to Dubai
    36:12 How LinkedIn & Networking Open Doors in Dubai
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    45 min
  • Why Families Go To War After Someone Dies? | Bread & Butter Ep 119 Ft Mohammad Marria

    You insure your car. You insure your home. But have you protected the people who matter most?

    Most people spend years building wealth…
    But almost no one spends time planning what happens to it when they're gone.
    In this eye-opening conversation, we uncover the hidden realities of wills, inheritance, guardianship, power of attorney, and estate planning. You'll hear real stories of families torn apart, forgotten assets worth millions, and the simple steps that can protect everything you've worked so hard to build.
    Whether you're an expat, a parent, a business owner, or simply someone who wants to leave their affairs in order, this conversation will change the way you think about legacy.
    3:34 Leaving London and Starting Over in the UAE
    12:13 What Happens to Your Children If Both Parents Die?
    17:14 The Risky Decision to Leave Everything Behind for Dubai
    21:47 Registering the First Will Through Dubai Courts
    25:31 The Biggest Mistake Families Make After a Death
    33:09 The Essential Documents Every Family Should Have
    39:07 How Outdated Wills Can Create Family Disasters
    49:05 Why Power of Attorney Is Just as Important as a Will
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    59 min
  • She earns more than most men. Here’s how | Bread & Butter Ep 118 Ft Andrea L Richards

    What do you do when life doesn't go according to plan?

    For some people, adversity becomes an excuse. For others, it becomes fuel.
    Raw, honest, and packed with wisdom, this is a story about refusing to let your circumstances write your future. Because sometimes the people who achieve the most aren't the ones with the easiest start, they're the ones who keep showing up when life gets hard.
    6:28 Becoming pregnant at 15 and refusing to give up on her dreams
    10:58 Dropping out of A-Levels to earn money and support her child
    17:14 The moment she finally realised how successful she had become
    23:10 Losing her job and the strategy that launched her business
    28:37 Working 18-hour days, 7 days a week for 8 years
    34:37 High-earning women, ambition, relationships, and dating
    44:21 The biggest financial mistakes business owners make
    50:33 AI, the future of work, and industries most likely to survive
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    1 hr 1 min
  • She Lost Her Job... Then Started Making £10K Months | Bread & Butter Ep 117 Ft Ashley Adaeze

    Success rarely happens in a straight line.

    In this episode, we sit down with one of the UK's early personal finance content creators to unpack the highs, lows, and pivotal moments that shaped her journey. From buying property at a young age and building a respected finance platform, to navigating grief, redundancy, and career reinvention, this is a conversation about resilience, ambition, and betting on yourself.
    We explore what it really takes to build wealth, why delayed gratification still matters, and how the right opportunities often come disguised as setbacks.
    If you're looking for motivation, financial wisdom, and a reminder that setbacks don't define your future, this episode is for you.
    2:38 The story behind Money Medics and how it all started
    7:06 Personal loss, burnout, and the decision to step away
    11:11 Buying a property alone and the strategy that made it possible
    19:29 Losing a job and turning redundancy into opportunity
    21:22 The first £10K month and discovering the power of self-employment
    25:25 The biggest mortgage and credit score myth people believe
    31:58 The roadmap to becoming work-optional by 40
    35:13 Biggest setback, biggest win, and lessons from the journey
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    40 min
  • The Holiday Made Me Triple My Income | Bread & Butter Ep 116

    Most people see holidays as a luxury.

    What if they're actually one of the best investments you can make?
    In this episode, we discuss how travel can expand your mindset, strengthen relationships, unlock business opportunities, and even inspire you to earn more.
    Plus, we share practical tips on planning holidays, using points and credit cards wisely, avoiding expensive mistakes, and getting maximum value from every trip.
    0:00 Why some holidays are more powerful than others
    5:12 The trip that changed everything and sparked bigger goals
    7:21 Reconnecting with culture, identity and home
    12:57 The smartest way to budget for holidays
    17:41 Why weekend breaks can be just as valuable as long holidays
    24:42 Overrated destinations and places worth the hype
    26:25 The unforgettable destination everyone should experience
    28:04 Why holidays are about more than just having fun
    #Travel #PersonalFinance #WealthBuilding #FamilyTravel #MoneyMindset #Dubai #TravelHacks #Podcast #FinancialFreedom
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    33 min
  • The Creator Behind The Viral Hood Trivia Videos | Bread & Butter Ep 115 Ft AZ Living

    In this episode of the Bread & Butter Podcast, Tayo and Eman sit down with viral content creator AZ Living; the face behind the educational street trivia videos taking over social media.

    From filming on his phone with friends in the hood to working with brands like Netflix, Sky, and Subway, AZ Living shares the real story behind his rise, the pressure that comes with influence, and why he’s passionate about making education feel cool for young people.
    This conversation goes deeper than content creation. It’s about changing perceptions, representing the culture differently, and proving that intelligence, entertainment, and authenticity can all exist in the same space.
    A powerful conversation for creators, young entrepreneurs, and anyone trying to build something meaningful online.
    3:27 The story behind the educational street quiz videos
    9:29 How AZ Living started creating content from scratch
    12:00 Why he shifted from funny content to educational content
    17:14 Showing a different side of young black people online
    21:24 The reality of content creation, burnout & consistency
    26:06 Working with brands like Netflix, Sky & Subway
    38:15 Why this content is bigger than entertainment and changing the culture
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    Bread & Butter by Emmanuel Asuquo & Tayo Oguntonade explores the real relationship between money and life — no boundaries, no secrets, no censorship.

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    23 min
  • The Dark Side Of Going Viral In UK Media | Bread & Butter Ep 114 FT Sia

    What does success really look like behind the scenes?

    In this episode of the Bread & Butter Podcast, we sit down with presenter, producer and media personality Sia for an honest conversation about motherhood, media, relationships and rebuilding yourself.

    From her rise on Backchat to producing major platforms and stepping back in front of the camera, Sia keeps it real about the highs, lows and lessons of the journey.

    We talk about:

    • How Backchat changed her life and opened doors in media
    • Why she worked for free and how she turned exposure into opportunity
    • The reality of being a single mum while building a career
    • Why flexibility matters more than salary in some jobs
    • The truth about the UK media industry and content creation
    • Divorce, therapy and learning from bad relationships
    • Weight loss surgery, confidence and body image
    • Why most creators quit too early
    • Her dream of getting nominated for a MOBO

    This episode is full of real stories, hard truths and practical gems for creators, parents and anyone trying to build something bigger.

    Watch until the end and let us know your biggest takeaway in the comments. Subscribe for more real conversations on money, business, culture and life.


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    The Bread and Butter by Emmanuel Asuquo & Tayo Oguntonade is not your typical finance or business podcast, it explores real-life stories of how money plays a part in our day-to-day life - with no boundaries, no secrets and no censorship. In each episode we invite you to be a fly in the room when we discuss money taboos, key financial advice and some of the hottest money topics online, often with well-known guests from influencers, athletes to musicians. Together we discuss money in a super relatable way, talk about the impacts it's had on their journey and the role it plays today. Topics will revolve around how money plays a part in parenting, living and working abroad, entrepreneurship and content creation & more!

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    46 min
  • AI Is Already Taking Jobs… Here’s The Truth | Bread & Butter Ep 113

    AI is no longer “coming soon”… it’s already changing jobs, businesses and everyday life in real time.

    From building apps with zero coding experience to automating follow-ups for 500+ leads, this conversation breaks down just how powerful AI has become, and why ignoring it could leave people behind.
    The scary part? This is only the beginning
    In this episode, we discuss:
    • AI replacing jobs and workplace changes
    • Using AI tools in business and daily life
    • Building apps with no coding experience
    • Why business owners must pay attention to AI
    • The future of work and staying valuable
    • AI tools like Claude, ChatGPT and Gamma
    • Productivity, automation and efficiency
    • Concerns around over-reliance on AI
    • How AI is impacting investments and tech industries
    • Why adapting early matters
    Let us know your thoughts in the comments.

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    23 min

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The Bread and Butter by Emmanuel Asuquo & Tayo Oguntonade is not your typical finance or business podcast, it explores real-life stories of how money plays a part in our day-to-day life - with no boundaries, no secrets and no censorship. In each episode we invite you to be a fly in the room when we discuss money taboos, key financial advice and some of the hottest money topics online, often with well-known guests from influencers, athletes to musicians. Together we discuss money in a super relatable way, talk about the impacts it's had on their journey and the role it plays today.