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In this weeks episode, filmmaker Damilola Orimogunje shares his journey into the world of filmmaking, discussing the evolution of Nigerian cinema, the importance of storytelling, and the intersection of journalism and film. He emphasizes the need for patience and intentionality in the filmmaking process, as well as the challenges and opportunities presented by AI in the industry.

Damilola's Film Recommendations:

• The Voice of Hind Rajab
• Sentimental Value
• In The Mood For Love
• Sinners
• A Seperation
• Hyenas
• Saworoide

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In this week's episode I’m in conversation with Sefi Atta, highly acclaimed writer. This conversation delves into the significance of storytelling in Nigeria, exploring the journey of a writer from a business background to a full-time author

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In this insightful episode, Dr. Chinasa T. Okolo, a prominent AI policy researcher, shares her inspiring journey from computer science to becoming a leader in AI governance. Discover the challenges and opportunities AI presents in Africa, including the critical need to bridge the digital divide and implement responsible AI practices, especially within the finance sector.

Dr Chinasa’s Recommendations:

Books:

AI Snake Oil by  Arvind Narayanan and Sayash Kapoor - A book by Princeton researchers that provides a measured and scientific understanding of issues with predictive and generative AI systems.

Race After Technology by Ruha Benjamin - Explores the intersection of social issues and technology.

Algorithms of Oppression by Safiya Noble - Focuses on internet searches and the social implications of algorithms.

The Rise of Great Powers by Jeffrey Ding - Discusses China's influence on technology and AI.

Empire of AI by Karen Hao - Centers around OpenAI and its business model, including topics like data workers and data centers.

Newsletter:

Digital Cognoscente - Dr. Chinasa Okolo's newsletter where she shares insights and articles she reads, covering a mix of news and research articles related to AI and technology.

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 In this episode of Bridging the Gap, host Sade speaks with Abdul Saka-Abdulrahim, co-founder and COO of Stears Inc, an African private capital data platform. They discuss building tech startups in Nigeria, the African data landscape and leveraging AI for work in Africa.

Abdul’s Recommendations:

Books

Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl: A profound exploration of human resilience and adaptability in extreme situations.

Algorithms of Oppression by Sophia Noble: Discusses the risks and impacts of bias in AI models.

Podcasts:

Diary of a CEO by Stephen Bartlett: Offers diverse perspectives on various topics, including AI and human nature.

YouTube Channels:

David Ondrej Channel: Provides practical insights into using AI tools effectively.
Tina Huang's Channel: Simplifies complex tech concepts for both tech and non-tech audiences.

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This episode is a recap on what I've been up to since you last heard from me.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Importance of Studying History

12:33 The Deliberate Design of Nigeria as a Commercial Enterprise

28:43 The Division Between the North and South

35:45 The Master-Servant Dynamic in Governance

44:53 The Continuation of Colonial Structures in Post-Colonial Nigeria

49:43 The Deliberate Control and Inequality in Education

51:27 The Removal of History and Control of the Narrative

51:42 Challenges Faced by Resistance Movements

01:07:14 The Lack of a Shared Reality and a Unified Nigeria

01:17:25 The Influence of Commercial Interests in Nigeria's History

01:35:03 Understanding the Problem

01:36:05 The Orange Union

01:39:11 Testing Resolve

01:57:47 Unmasking Nigeria

02:00:41 Liquidating Nigeria Inc.

02:11:10 A Call for Referendums

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This weeks Case study is based on the recent blog post by DFS Lab that is making the rounds, Sade's thoughts on it and then we get other women operators to weigh on their experience of building out of Africa while navigating being a woman in a predominately male space.

Blog Posts Mentioned:

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This episode dives into building successful startups in Nigeria, featuring Seun Runsewe & Tosin Faniro-Dada. We explore:

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In this week's episode Sade and Jasmine discuss the Kenyan protests and draw parallels to the Nigerian context. They explore the factors that led to the protests, including the 2022 elections and the government's economic policies.

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Further Reading:

Kenyan Protests, Part One: The political education of President William Ruto

Kenya's protests are about more than taxes

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Key Takeaways are summarised versions of what was discussed in each week's episode. It also includes any additional findings I've discovered since recording that episode and lastly offers actionable next steps for listeners.

Further readings: 

Africa’s colonisation of the English language continues apace

Nigerian Languages going extinct

Platform to start learning Nigerian Languages with tutors:

Topset: Learn to Speak Your Native Language With Pride!

If you’re in New York and would like to meet up with young people to learn and speak yoruba: Awujo: intimate gatherings to practice Yoruba